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By Courier Staff The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors approved the Westside Subway Extension tunnel underneath Beverly Hills High School with a station at Constellation Boulevard and Avenue of the Stars. The decision came despite massive scientific evidence presented by qualified licensed experts working for the City of Beverly Hills and Beverly Hills Unified School District. Not one concern raised by Beverly Hills’ experts was accommodated as all were rejected – often in a demeaning and insulting manner especially by Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Vil-

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The Amgen Tour of the California Bike Race started in Beverly Hills on Sunday. 4

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PROTECTING BEVERLY—Beverly Hills residents and Beverly Hills Unified School District faculty, boardmembers and staff gathered at the Metro meeting yesterday to advocate against a tunnel going underneath Beverly Hills High School. Front row (from left): Terre Thomas, Donna Flade, Susie Roberts, Nancy Krasne, Susan Mischler and Lili Bosse. Back row (from left): Gary Woods, Brian Goldberg, Noah Margo, Thomas Pease, Ray Flade, Alma Ordaz, Tim Buresh and Howard Goldstein. Inset: Boardmember Lisa Korbatov speaks to the Metro board.

Courier Photo by Marla Schevker

(see ‘METRO,’ page 7)

Beverly Hills Subway: Metro’s Jones, Dolan, No State Licenses Alex Rohani runs fastest time in the state for Beverly Hills High track team.

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Joan Rivers enthuses about Tracie Bennett’s staggering portrayal of Judy Garland. 11

Sunday’s Tower of Hope Gala raised $750,000 for cancer research.

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By Courier Staff Experts hired by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, whose opinions Metro cites to support a subway tunnel under Beverly Hills High School, admitted Thursday they are not licensed by the the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists to practice geology, geophysics or engineering.

These two key experts are widely-recognized television scientist

Lucy Jones, Ph.D., of the U.S. Geologic Survey and USC assistant professor James F. Dolan, Ph.D. Both Jones and Dolan have testified to the Metro Board that earthquake faults on Santa Monica Boulevard at Avenue of the Stars in Century City make that location too dangerous for Metro to build a solid concrete-and-steel underground station.

The California State Board of Professional Engineers, Land Sur-

Beverly High Athletes To Face Random Drug Tests

New Staff Positions, Budget, Condos Face Council Study

By Matt Lopez Athletes at Beverly Hills High School will soon face random drug testing after the Board of Education voted 4-1 to approve a drug testing policy at Tuesday night’s board meeting.

Boardmember Lewis Hall was the lone “no” vote.

The approved policy includ-

By Laura Coleman City Council study sessions on the budget can be boring, but the issues are not. The one for June 7 will look at adding many new highly-paid administrative positions to the City’s staff, despite the alleged budget shortfalls facing the City. Many City administrators now want assis-

ed an amendment made by Board Vice President Jake Manaster stating the first failed test for a student would result in a letter home via certified mail to the parent or guardian, followed by a second drug test to take place at a random time within 60 days. (see ‘DRUG TESTING,’ page 14)

Beverly Hills High Named One of Newsweek’s “Top 1,000” George Christy, Page 6 A Family Treat At The Restored Rancho Los Alamitos; The Academy Celebrates The Centenary Of Gene Kelly, Who Never Dreamed Of Being A Dancer And Wanted To Be A Shortstop For The Pittsburgh Pirates

Beverly Hills High School was recently ranked among the nation’s top public high schools

by Newsweek. Beverly received an overall national ranking of 324 and a California ranking of

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(see ‘BHHS,’ page 15)

Patek Philippe, Rolex Make Rodeo Drive A Place To Watch

By Laura Coleman When Geary’s opens the nation’s first Patek Philippe boutique in July at 360 N. Rodeo Dr., the Swiss luxury watch-maker’s biggest competition may just come from next door - the Rolex store Geary’s is opening on Father’s Day next month.

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49. Newsweek’s “Top 1000” schools were classified based on their particular enrollment model including open, charter, magnet, selective, and lottery admis-

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(see ‘EXPERTS,’ page 14)

TAKING A BREAK— India Irving relaxed from the whirligig of screenings during the Cannes International Film Festival. India’s the multi-talented daughter of the Ivy’s Lynn von Kersting and Richard Irving. She has written and coproduced Mont Reve, a movie about a Swiss boarding school with her costar Mario Rivelli that’s won top prizes in Las Vegas, LA and Ischia. Mont Reve’s a refreshing cocktail of screen charm with a great soundtrack and pretty young things.

More photos in George Christy’s column on page 6.

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tants. Some will be brought up on the 7th.

The most important matter for the future of the City may be a decision on how to respond to Metro’s rejection yesterday of all concerns raised by Beverly Hills.

Vice Mayor John Mirisch’s is bringing back the Metro Resolu(see ‘COUNCIL UPDATE,’ page 14)

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Beverly Hills and the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority of the City of Beverly Hills, at their meeting to be held on Thursday, June 7, 2012, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, will hold a public hearing to consider: RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013; AND, RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS APPROVING THE OPERATING BUDGET AND FINANCIAL POLICIES FOR THE 2012/2013 FISCAL YEAR AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR; AND RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS APPROVING THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGET FOR THE 2012/2013 FISCAL YEAR AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR. RESOLUTION OF THE PARKING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS APPROVING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE 2012/2013 FISCAL YEAR AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR. Adoption of these resolutions will provide for the operations of the City of Beverly Hills and its Parking Authority for Fiscal Year 2012/13 commencing July 1, 2012. The proposed budget was the subject of four City Council/Parking Authority Study Sessions. Copies of these budgets are available in the City Clerk’s Office, at the address below.

At the public hearing, the City Council and the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority, as applicable, will hear and consider all comments. All interested persons are invited to attend and speak on this matter. Written comments may also be submitted and should be addressed to the City Council, c/o City Clerk, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Don Harrison, Budget & Revenue Officer in the Administrative Services Department at 310.285.2445 or by email at dharrison@beverlyhills.org.

BYRON POPE, CMC, City Clerk

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Heritage Commission Wants Beverly Beverly Hills Honors Retiring Police At Dinner Hills Hotel Given Landmark Status

By Laura Coleman The Cultural Heritage Commission kicked off its first meeting Wednesday with a unanimous vote in favor of moving The Beverly Hills Hotel one step closer to becoming the City’s first property to achieve historic designation.

“It was a terrific first meeting and a lot was accomplished. The commission is ready to move forward to implement the historic preservation ordinance,” Chair Noah Furie said following the fourhour meeting.

“Ultimately this is about community and making Beverly Hills an even more special

place than it is. Vice Mayor John Mirisch said of the commission he helped to create once he finished swearing in the five new commissioners.

Following a training session for the new commissioners in conflicts of interest, the Brown Act, the Public Records Act and review of a preliminary master architect list, the commission unanimously voted to have City staff draw up a final report designating the 100-year-old iconic hotel for landmark status.

The commission will vote to pass on its recommendation to City Council after a visit to the hotel at its June 13 meeting.

ADOPT ME— Barney is a 3-month old terrier mix puppy that will grow to be about 10-pounds.

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Gateway Into Beverly Hills Moves Toward Transformation

By Laura Coleman The Planning Commission moved one step closer to transforming the western entry into Beverly Hills following an expected final discussion on future plans for the City’s western gateway redevelopment yesterday. After the special live-tele-

vised meeting which allowed for public comments, the commission was prepared to vote to recommend approving a General Plan amendment to establish a Gateway Overlay Zone at the corner of Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards. (see ‘GATEWAY,’ page 12)

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RETIREMENT DINNER—The Beverly Hills Police Department celebrated the careers of 26 recently retired police officers last Friday. With 200 officers and community members in attendance, it was the largest retirement dinner in the department’s history.

Sixteen of the honorees were present to receive commendations and personalized street signs from Chief Dave Snowden and BHPOA President Sgt. Terry Nutall.

Photos By Phil Arriaga

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City Doesn’t Water Down Integrity Of H2O Supply

By Laura Coleman An attempted burglary on May 17 at Beverly Hills Reservoir 6 prompted an emergency response from police who worked together with the Fed-

eral Bureau of Investigation and the Joint Terrorism Task Force to ensure that the City’s water supply was not compromised.

“We didn’t want to take

any risks,” Water Operations Manager Kevin told the Health and Safety Commission on Monday.

City protocol dictated that (see ‘WATER,’ page 12)

BIKES ARE BEST—Mayor Willie Brien, Councilwoman Lili Bosse and Rodeo Drive Committee President and Brooks Brothers General Manager Jim Jahant attended the beginning of the Amgen Tour of California Bike Race, Sunday. Stage eight of the bike race began in Beverly Hills and ended in downtown Los Angeles.

Assembly Passes Feuer Bill For Vote On Higher Sales Tax

SILENT ANGEL—The Sisters at Good Shepherd Center for Homeless Women & Children received a new van from an anonymous Beverly Hills donor this week. Pictured (from left): Ali Taghi, Ray Olivas, Sister Anna Tran, Sara Leong, Silvia Gutierrez and Angelica Jimenez.

Beverly Hills City Council To Discuss Budget June 7

By Marla Schevker The Beverly Hills City Council concluded its budget study sessions last week with instructions to improve next year’s budget discussion.

Councilman Julian Gold

said he would prefer if City staff could begin next year’s conversation by separating expenses and revenues for educational purposes and setting a goal of keeping expenses a cer(see ‘BUDGET,’ page 12)

The California State Assembly approved AB 1446, a measure that with voter approval could extend Measure R taxes, written by local Assembly Member Mike Feuer, 54-17 on

Monday.

Specifically, the bill would authorize the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to ask voters to extend the term of the Measure R sales tax indefinite-

ly. This tax funds rail, highway, bus and other local transportation projects.

The measure will next be considered in a Senate policy committee.

FRIENDSHIP—Nessah Synagogue hosted its annual Friendship Circle Gala. Jewish Federation of Greater L.A. President Jay Sanderson (left) presents a check for $80,000 to Rabbi Michy Rav-Noy, executive director of the Friendship Circle. On the right is Jon Monkarsh representing RPO (Real Estate Principals Organization). To learn more call 310-277-3252, email info@fcla.org or visit its website at www.fcla.org.

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Hannah Carter Garden Bidding Deadline Extended

By Laura Coleman The preservation groups, which have banded together to prevent UCLA from selling the Hannah Carter Japanese Garden, received a glimmer of hope last week when the Uni-

versity announced it would extend the bidding process until August 15.

“To me [the postponement] said they realized they had a very serious problem here,” attorney John Walton

said.

On May 14 Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Lisa Hart Cole denied a request for an emergency restraining order lodged by Carter’s heirs to (see ‘HANNAH CARTER,’ page 9)

COOKING UP ART—Vietnamese eatery 9021Pho at 490 N. Beverly Drive announced a partnership with HARK (Healing Arts Reaching Kids) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles on Wednesday.

HARK, founded by Karen Sweeney, brings coping techniques to children through creative arts. All donations to HARK go toward art, music and poetry supplies and opportunities for patients at Children’s Hospital L.A. Every month, five pieces drawn by kids at the hospital will be displayed at 9021Pho’s Beverly Hills and Westlake Village locations. Patrons can bid on the drawings and the highest bids at the end of the month receive the piece of their choice with 100 percent of the proceeds going to CHLA. Pictured from left: Alexandra Field of CHLA, Chef Kimmy Tang, Karen Sweeney, founder of HARK and Arlene Blumberg of CHLA. Courier photo by Matt Lopez

Community Integral To Beverly Gardens Restoration

By Laura Coleman At last week’s Government Affairs Committee meeting, landscape architect Mia Lehrer presented plans to restore the 23-block Beverly Gardens north of Santa Monica Boulevard in anticipation of the

City’s centennial celebration in 2014.

While the estimated cost to restore the gardens won’t be publicly available for at least a month, Friends of Beverly Gardens member Steven Gordon, who commissioned the

restoration plan, said the scope of the master plan to restore the 1.8-mile park will come down to Friends’ ability to raise money beyond what the City allocates for the project. (see ‘BEVERLY GARDENS,’ page 9)

Beverly Hills High’s Alex Rohani Records State’s Fastest Time at CIF Southern Section Finals

By Matt Lopez Alex Rohani solidified his status as one of the top runners in the California by winning a CIF Southern Section Championship after blazing to a firstplace finish in the 400-meter race at Saturday’s CIF Southern Section Finals at Mt. SAC. Rohani’s victory in 47.37 seconds is the fastest time recorded in the State this year and propelled him to a spot in the CIF Masters Meet today at

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Cerritos College.

“Going into the race, I felt pretty confident and felt like my training would get me a fast

time,” Rohani said.

Brianna Simmons also had a banner day for Beverly High at Mt. SAC and earned her way into the CIF Masters Meet.

Simmons, who recently signed a scholarship offer to run track at UC Riverside in the fall, took third place in the 3,200m in 10 minutes, 54.92 seconds. She also set a new school record in the 1,600 with a finish of four minutes, 57.42 seconds.

SILENT FILM—Silent film star Harold Lloyd’s granddaughter Suzanne Lloyd poses with composer Carl Davis the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s 23rd Annual Silent Film Gala held last Sunday at Royce Hall. The evening featured the orchestra playing in concert to two Harold Lloyd Films: The Kid Brother (1927) and High and Dizzy (1920).

Photo by Lee Salem Photography

Medical Science Academy Set To Begin At Beverly High

By Matt Lopez It’s all systems go for Beverly High’s new Medical Science Academy after the Board of Education approved the textbook which will be used, when the academy begins in the fall.

The Medical Science Academy was approved in November with an aim to help

students with interest in the medical, science and healthcare fields.

Beverly High’s implementation of the Medical Science Academy comes at a perfect time.

In 2009, results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress, an exam given by the U.S. Department of Ed-

ucation, showed that only 21 percent of high school seniors performed to a level at or above proficient in science.

The same study indicated only 34 percent of fourth-graders and 30 percent of eighthgraders were proficient in math and science.

“The goal is to provide stu(see ‘SCIENCE ACADEMY,’ page 9)

GARDEN PARTY— The Friends of the Robinson Gardens welcomed roughly 1,000 people to its 24th Annual Garden Tour, themed “California Dreamin’” last Friday. Proceeds from the event will be used for programs such as the monthly lecture series, gardening classes and weekly childrens’ tours for third graders. Above from left: Evelyn Carlon, Tim Lindsay, Marcella Ruble, and Tim Street-Porter sign the newly launched book: Beverly Hills’ First Estate - The House & Gardens of Virginia and Harry Robinson. Left: Kerstin Royce with granddaughter Lily, modeling Brooks Brothers Childrens Collection.

Courier photos by Laura Coleman

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ohn Hotchkis reminisced about his early ranch life. And as is his delight, he had the the laughmeter buzzing.

A favorite howler included the young man traveling to Italy.

He met a lovely signorina, who became p r e g n a n t .

Comforting her not to worry, he promised that he’d take care of everything. Before Florence Henderson, Connie leaving for the Towers and John Gavin States, he asked the scene. Laura Lee, expectant mamma to send a Patricia Ward Kelly celebrated Gene whose forebears postcard with the word Kelly’s centenary during a memofounded the city of “spaghetti” to let him know the rable night at the Samuel Goldwyn Whittier, is among baby was fine. Months later, his Theatre.

America’s devoted wife wondered about the contemporary art strange postcard with the words collectors. “You “spaghetti, spaghetti, spaghetti B e v e r l y winning The Artist, Penelope may apply for a … two with meatballs, one Hills life, din- Ann Miller revealed that Jean tourist visa to Cuba without … we need sauce!” ing at Spago, watching videos, made no bones about being on humanitarian etc. And the many anecdotal inspired by Gene’s multitalented g r o u n d s , ” o honor husband Gene remembrances she offered performances. He said that he informed Glenn. Kelly’s centenary, Patricia Ward throughout the night will be rel- “even stole Gene’s winning Hosts Joan and John Hotchkis and actress “We arrived with Kelly hosted a night at the ished by readers of the memoir smile.”

Joan Hotchkis (John’s sister) welcomed 125 humanitarian gifts Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn she’s completing. She affirmed t the evening's end, dinner guests to view the pristine restora- ... mine were 100 Theatre that will be long that Gene, indeed, discovered Patricia played a lately discovpackets of conthe beautiful ballerina Leslie remembered.

The Academy’s tion of Rancho Los Alamitos that belonged ered recording of If I Could Be dums.

Also, easy Caron in France, casting her in Special Events and Exhibitions to John’s family since the 1880s. to pack.”

Director Ellen Harrington intro- his enchanting An American In With You One Hour Tonight, the duced the sold-out program, Paris (1951) that launched her song Gene performed in alifornia families, espee were heading south thanking Warner Bros. major career. Gene’s credited cabarets during the ’30s. cially those with youngsters, to Rancho Los Alamitos, the Entertainment for the dozen 35 with making ballet commercialor more than three hours, and tourists from wherever who aforementioned iconic land- mm clips of Gene’s classic films ly acceptable to film audiences. everyone remained in high spirare curious about the evolution mark dating back to the late that were screened. of our Golden State, would be 1800s, when Bixby settlers ene made me dream its celebrating the 100th year of wise to visit Rancho Los migrated from Maine for the ene, oh Gene, what a of being in a movie musical,” a genius. Eugene Curran Kelly, Alamitos. Deeded in 1948 to Gold Rush and began raising guy you were. Beguiling the commented Hugh Jackson in his born Aug. 23, 1912. the City of Long Beach, the leg- sheep and cattle.

Today's world with your flying-high video tribute from the set of Les Online at endary property with its 7.5 Hotchkis denizens are Bixby dancing, remarkable athleticism Miserables. Justin Timberlake www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy.cfm acres offers a hugely rewarding descendants, and over the years and jaw-dropping stunts (no admitted he’s “stolen a move – experience. Viewing the beauti- their vast acreage has been stunt men), charismatic singing, or two or three or four – from fully restored adobe house, divided. admirable acting, alluring cho- Gene.”

Reminiscing were circa 1800, the barns and horse reography. Simply a down-to- Nastassja Kinski, Glee’s Harry stalls, the four acres of lush garhe balmy evening hon- earth fellow from Pittsburgh, Shum Jr., and choreographer dens and floral walks, etc. ored the restoration donors with who never imagined being a Kenny Ortega, who convinced a gala preview and a celebration dancer and dreamed of playing Gene to step out of retirement ith the fundamental dinner served by Teak Catering shortstop for the Pittsburgh and dance with Olivia mission focusing now on an in an elegant high-ceilinged Pirates. He preferred the word Newton-John in Xanadu educational context, the sacred marquee on the restored tennis professional to perfectionist, (1980). “Arriving on our first site, whose history begins court.

Acknowledging the and his indelible legacy day on the set, Gene draped a around 500 AD with the Tongva guests, Preston Hotchkis, chair- includes films that are treasures, viewfinder around my neck for people, reflects California’s man of the board of trustees, – a thrilling relief from our bloat- good luck, the very one he regional culture with its Native recounted personal anecdotes ed blockbusters. used for Singin’ In The Rain.”

American, Spanish and of his youthful ranch life.

Mexican eras. From June 10th, Historians Kevin Starr and Marc hen literateur Patricia ppearing as Jean the public will be welcomed Pachter conversed about the Ward met Gene, she had no Dujardin’s wife in the Oscarfree of charge on Wednesdays land, with Kevin explaining the through Sundays from 1 p.m. to global impact of our Golden 5 p.m. School tours and cultur- State. al workshops are scheduled weekday mornings. Not to be ostesses Joan Hotchkis missed. and Maurine (Mrs. Preston) Hotchkis joined actress Joan ur back story begins at Hotchkis (John and Preston’s sissundown last weekend on our ter) and Gov. George way in a van with our philan- Deukmejian and wife Gloria, thropic host John Hotchkis Connie Towers and John (a.k.a offering sips of chilled Prosecco Jack) Gavin, LA County to Florence Henderson, Senator Supervisor Don Knabe, Mayor John Tunney and wife Katinka, Bob Foster, Jacqueline Bisset, BH Courier’s Marcia Hobbs, Carol and Warner Henry, Laura Lee Woods and Glen Denise and Harry Chandler, Henry Mitchel, who'd returned Sharon and Nelson Rising, Lynn Lisa Marie Presley and husband from Havana’s art biennial in Booth, Bob Van Dine, Caroline Michael Lockwood attended the Cuba, where they were Graham, Frances Lacey. annual Billboard Awards in Las impressed with the emerging art Lauded were the tireless direcVegas.

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laraigosa and Los Angeles County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky.

Joining Villaraigosa and Yaroslavsky in voting against Beverly Hills with a 72 vote were former Assemblyman Richard Katz, Glendale Councilmember Ara Najarian, Los Angeles Councilmember Jose Huizar, Santa Monica Councilmember Pam O’Connor (present via telephone), Mel Wilson, Supervisor Don Knabe. Voting to protect Beverly Hills were Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael Antonovich and Duarte Mayor John Fasana. Supervisors Mark RidleyThomas and Gloria Molina, and Lakewood Mayor Diane Dubois were absent.

The Board denied Antonovich’s motion, seconded by Fasana, to postpone the decision to take into account the new scientific data generated by Beverly Hills.

Fasana said, “Our studies have thrown a pretty good hot potato, given [the Alquist-Priolo Act that limits construction in active earthquake fault zones]. I’m still not certain it makes sense for us to get into a massive bout of litigation on this without knowing more about what our alternatives might really be on Santa Monica [Boulevard].”

Yaroslavsky strongly disagreed with Fasana.

“Where we stand now is we either go to Constellation or we don’t go to Century City,” Yaroslavsky said. “I will not support a line under Santa Monica Boulevard when every one of our experts said it’s dangerous.”

Yaroslavsky continues to deny that there is any risk to students, teachers or administrators at Beverly High despite

extensive reports of methane gas and a history of spontaneous methane explosions in Century City.

Last week, Metro was forced to hear Beverly Hills’ position in a hearing under Public Utilities Code Section 30639.

The Metro Board raised series of questions the BHUSD analyzed and answered. Metro staff gave the replies to the board yesterday morning just before the public session, a move that was, according to Antonovich, “highly irresponsible.” “[Waiting until this morning] denied the public the right to review the comments made by the district in regards to the questions that were raised at a special public hearing. You were denying the people the right to review a serious issue that impacts the safety and the taxes of this region,” Antonovich said.

Beverly Hills City Attorney Larry Wiener said he didn’t feel the board took the hearing seriously, noting the inability of the Board of Directors to maintain a quorum throughout the entirety of the hearing.

“Within two working days, the Metro staff released findings that didn’t address one bit of information presented by the City of Beverly Hills,” Wiener said. “Today, we see testimony that was presented in this manner to avoid the requirement that expert testimony be subject to cross examination (during the hearing).

School Board member Lisa Korbatov, in her public comments to the Metro Board, promised that Beverly Hills will fight to protect its only high school and for the safety of its students and teachers. Yaroslavsky dismissed her statements. The BHUSD has publically vowed to continue the fight against the subway tunnel under Beverly High.

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Fashion News & Notes Louis Vuitton to Unveil Kusama Collaboration When Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama first met Marc Jacobs, receiving him at her Tokyo studio in 2006, she presented the designer with a Louis Vuitton Ellipse bag, whose monogram canvas she had painted over with dots, the defining motif of her long career

“That’s so beautiful, look at that,” Jacobs exclaimed, twirling her handiwork for the camera of Loïc Prigent, who captured the encounter in his 2007 documentary “Marc Jacobs & Louis Vuitton.”

Six years later, Kusama’s dots are on back on Vuitton leather goods — and this time on a global scale.

Museum in New York, Vuitton will unveil a line of clothes and accessories done in collaboration with the artist.

Ranging from trenchcoats and silk pajamas to a pendant necklace and wristwatch, the collection is due in Vuitton’s 461 stores in the days that follow the opening, with a second wave of products — hinged on monogram leather goods festooned with Kusama’s tentaclelike “nerves” motif — due out in October.

On July 10, two days ahead of a major Kusama retrospective bowing at the Whitney

Editor’s Note: Beverly Hills’ own Kusama sculpture is located on Santa Monica Blvd. near Rodeo.

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Tiffany, Elsa Peretti Licensing Deal May End Tiffany & Co. may be breaking up with Elsa Peretti, its long-time jewelry partner.

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WOMEN OF DISTINCTION–The Associates for Breast and Prostate Cancer Studies held its annual luncheon at the Four Seasons. Pictured (from left): ABCs President Gloria Gebbia with “Women of Distinction” awardees Jillian Reynolds, Giuliana Rancic and Kris Jenner. The ABCs has raised $12 for cancer research at JWCI. Photo by Vince Bucci The Associates For Breast and Prostate Cancer Studies, known as the ABCs, hosted its star-studded Mother’s Day luncheon at the Four Seasons, to benefit cancer research at John Wayne Cancer Institute (JWCI) at St. John’s Health Center. Co-chaired by Beverly Cohen and Lana Schervone with KFI radio Lisa Ann Walter emceeing, Women of Achievement awards were presented to Kris Jenner, Giuliana Rancic and Jillian Reynolds. Sherry Rosenblum chaired a boutique which featured a fashionable array of select vendors donating a portion of proceeds from their sales to the organization.

A StockCross Trading Group check for $10,000 was donated to the ABCs as a result of proceeds generated by StockCross’ premier philanthrophy event, “Trading For A Cure.”

“All our honorees are not only accomplished figures in their respective professional arenas but each is dedicated to alleviating struggle and suffering in our community,” said ABCs President Gloria Gebbia.

Leeza Gibbons presented the award to Giuliana Rancic, a fashion/beauty expert (with 2.5 million followers on Twitter) and E! News TV personality. Ethan Wayne, president of John Wayne Enterprises and chairman of John Wayne Foundation, gave an award to Jillian Reynolds of Fox TV’s Good Day LA. Patrick Wayne, chairman of JWCI, did the same honors for Kris Jenner, star/creator/executive producer (along with Ryan Seacrest) of the reality series Keeping Up With The ).

The ABCs, now 150 members strong, was formed 22 years ago by a group of dedicated philanthropists who chose to support progressive and innovative breast cancer and prostate cancer research at John Wayne Cancer Institute. More than $12 million has been raised so far.

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block the proposed sale – a ruling Walton said simply maintains the status quo.

Walton said he would be filing a preliminary injunction on behalf of Carter’s heirs within a matter of days.

“It was a contract,” he said of the document the university signed in 1982 which set forth the UC Regents legal obligation to maintain the garden in perpetuity. “The regents made promises to Hannah Carter in writing.”

In September 2010, 19 months after Carter died, Alameda County Superior Court Judge Carl Morris authorized the regents to sell the property at their discretion.

UCLA had planned to open sealed

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“It’s philanthropy that’s going to have to restore the place,” he said.

Created in 1911 and home to around 700 trees, two rose gardens, a collection of palms and cactuses, and four fountains, including the iconic Electric Fountain, the restoration aims to transform the 20-acre park into Beverly Hills civic center.

Mayor Willie Brien said he was in full support of restoring the “beautiful”

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dents with the opportunity to make themselves competitive in the global market,” Chief Academic Officer Jennifer Tedford said.

The Medical Science Academy is a three-year program students can start in

May 25, 2012 | Page 9 bids for the garden and adjacent residence on May 23.

The 1.5-acre Kyoto-style garden and adjacent residence are listed by Coldwell Banker for $14.7 million.

Garden Conservancy President Antonio Adezio sent a letter to the regents, Chancellor Gene Block and the Coldwell Banker agent handling the sale Tuesday, urging them to notify potential buyers about the controversy and any potential roadblocks, including possible landmark designation.

According to University spokesperson Phil Hampton, the decision to postpone was made in order to ensure they were no legal impediments.

The Japanese Garden was donated to the University by former UC Regent and UCLA alumnus Edward Carter in 1964. area.

“It’s an outstanding long term project,” he said, adding that it was important to restore the City’s parks and green space for future generations.

During the Recreation and Parks Commission meeting Tuesday, Lehrer highlighted the importance of restoring the park to place it on the National Register of Historic Places.

In September there will be an open house/launch party to galvanize the community about restoring the gardens and showcase the master plan. their sophomore year after completing an application and interview process.

“It’s great because students will connect more closely with their teachers and each other,” said Colleen Lynch, coordinator of the Medical Science Academy. “They will move through the program together and learn together and be able to help each other.”

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May 25, 2012 | Page 11

JUDY’S TROUBLES DID NOT MELT LIKE LEMON DROPS

By Joan Rivers

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t’s wonderful when a performance lives up to its advance word, and it’s even more wonderful when a performance surpasses the praise surrounding it. Most wonderful of all is that extremely rare performance that is so transcendently brilliant it renders you speechless. And speechless is exactly the state I’m in after seeing Tracie Bennett’s staggering portrayal of Judy Garland in British playwright Peter Quilter’s End Of The Rainbow at Broadway’s Belasco Theatre!

In December 1968, Judy accepted

a five-week booking at the posh London nightclub, The Talk of the Town, and Quilter’s three-character play dramatizes what probably did happen behind-the-scenes during those five chaotic weeks.

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hile the volatility and madness that pulse nonstop through Judy’s suite at the Ritz Hotel occupies the main action of the drama, periodically, the back wall of the set flies up to reveal The Talk of the Town bandstand. This is where Judy, backed by five terrific musicians, will blast her impassioned way through one-dozen selections from her fabled songbook: The Trolley Song, The Man That Got Away and (as if you didn’t know) a desperately yearning Over The Rainbow.

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he Whitney Houston/Michael Jackson/Amy Winehouse of her day, Judy was plagued by ill-health and hospitalizations, suicide attempts, addictions to alcohol and prescription drugs, broken marriages, financial woes, nervous breakdowns, neurotic battles with weight and sleep, innumerable cancelled performances and endless “comebacks.” And yet the Judy that we meet at the beginning of Rainbow is clean and sober. She is travelling with her fiancé/manager, Mickey Deans, who is twelve years her junior and destined to become her fifth and final husband.

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dded to the mix is a completely fictional character, a Scottish, gay pianist named Anthony who shares the stage with the self-destructive diva and her manipulative-but-not-that-bright lover.

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udy had an extraordinarily large and devoted gay following, and the character of Anthony serves as representative of the pre-gay liberation generation of men for whom Judy was the ultimate diva. The expression “friend of Dorothy” even functioned at that time as the code that allowed one man to identify as gay to another.)

During the course of Rainbow,

Judy has only one place go, and that place is down, and Rainbow details her harrowing descent into the abyss of drug addiction.

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oth Tom Pelphrey, who gives a fine, balanced performance in the underwritten role of Mickey Dean, and Michael Cumpsty, one of Broadway’s most talented and reliable actors, who succeeds in making Anthony a touching figure, are just dandy.

But the one who takes your breath away is Bennett.

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hink Susan Hayward in I’ll Cry Tomorrow; think Bette Midler in The Rose. Neither can compare to Tracie Bennett’s demonic gofor-broke performance.

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he character of Judy is wired, crazy, self-indulgent and contradictory, and Bennett acts this dizzying emotional kaleidoscope with extraordinary skill and a breathtaking reserve of physical energy. Wildly funny one moment, emotionally ravaged the next and incredibly raw one moment to another, Bennett, a two-time Oliver Award winner, is the living incarnation of the title of Garland’s greatest film, A Star Is Born.

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his performance simply is the incarnation of acting that is hailed as “bravura” and a “tour-de-force.”

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ennett also has huge pipes and a throbbing vibrato. As Judy under the influence of an infinite number of Ritalins, she delivers a blasting version of Come Rain Or Come Shine, and is so speeded up, she begins to jump up

and down like a demented Jumping Jack. It’s as wild a moment as I’ve ever seen in the theatre. So even though I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again: Tracie Bennett astonished me and left me speechless, as she will you. I’m still trying to catch my breath.

We are proud and pleased that Joan Rivers accepted our invitation to join the Beverly Hills Courier as a columnist six years ago. Her BHC book and theater reviews are keepsakes with her insightful and witty comments.

- GEORGE CHRISTY

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tain percentage under expenditures.

Councilman Barry Brucker suggested staff come to the council with a three-point plan: what they would do if each departments budget was increased by 5 percent, reduced by 5 percent and maintained for the following year.

City Manager Jeff Kolin told the council that for Fiscal Year 2012/2013, the City faced a General Fund budget gap of $5.15 million, which included a total of $6.3 million in transfers required to keep the Parking Authority and the Clean Water Funds solvent. He recommended the City implement some one-time measures to address the gap including reduc-

ing General Fund accruals for small equipment/furniture replacement for $200,000.

The total Beverly Hills budget for FY 2012/13 is approximately $400 million, down approximately $10 million from FY 2011/12.

According to the proposed Capital Improvement Budget, the council will need to spend approximately $22.8 million on parking enterprise projects over the next five years. For FY 2012/13, the City will need to transfer $5 million from the general fund to keep the Parking Enterprise Fund afloat. This fund, operated by the Parking Authority, manages most of the parking garages in the City.

Beverly Hills CFO Scott Miller said to complete all parking related capital improvement projects would cost

about $25 million with ongoing replacement costs projected at $400,000 for FY 2012/13 and approximately $800,000 needed annually.

Councilwoman Lili Bosse said the Parking Enterprise deficit is a priority for her. “[I’d like] to get our parking in a place where we don’t have to bleed out $5 million,” Bosse said.

The council will also need to allocate $1.3 million from the General Fund to the Clean Water Fund. The City recently raised the water utility rates for residents by 7 percent in FY 2012/13 and an additional 7 percent in FY 2013/14 to keep up with the increased fees from the Regional Water Quality Control Board.

The water enterprise fund accounts for all financial as-

BEVERLY HILLS pects of the City’s water operations. The City receives its water from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. The City has its own water treatment facility through a lease-purchase-operate-finance agreement to treat local well water. This has been financed through the issuance of general obligation and revenue bonds supported by water service charges.

Despite the budget gap, Kolin said the City has taken measures to downsize and reduce expenditures over the last few years. This includes cutting City staff by 91 full time positions and a five year memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the City and the Police Officers Association, which implemented a second tier of pension for newly hired employees and a phase-in of employees paying a portion of the employee share of the Public Employee Retirement System payments.

The City Council will be discussing and possibly voting on the FY 2012/13 budget at its June 7 meeting.

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“[The project] could alter the western gateway into the City and could create a new and vibrant walking and shopping district on ‘little’ Santa Monica,” commission Chair Craig Corman said. “We’re trying to obtain the best possible development for City.”

Corman cautioned that depending on community input and the revised proposal objectives, the vote for the “significant” Gateway project could get postponed.

The commission is intent on encouraging the three principal applicants to joint venture in redeveloping all properties involved. The goal is to create a cohesive project consistent with the Beverly Hills’ image while enhancing the quality of life for the surrounding residential communities and minimizing negative impacts related to developing the area, Corman said.

As of press time, the vote had yet to occur. For more information visit bhcourier.com.

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the reservoir be drained to waste and that all zones fed by the reservoir be flushed. The water was also sampled for bacteria.

Lt. Mark Rosen said there was no attempt to get into the pumping station and the perpetrator, who cut the fence to gain access to the area, had likely just made a failed attempt to steal construction tools inside a locked cabinet.

Commission Chair Debra Judelson called the precautionary measures “very reassuring.”

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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T

Happenings...

Nazarian’s Second Book Celebrates Accomplishments Of ‘Pioneering’ Women Stoller To Discuss Song Career For her second book, author Angella Nazarian had an idea. “If I could really get to know 20 intriguing and remarkable women, who would they be, and what would I learn.”

She’s followed through on the idea and the result is her latest book Pioneers Of The Possible – Celebrating Visionary Women Of The World, which profiles women ranging from Golda Meir to Simone de Beauvoir and Ella Fitzgerald to Frida Kahlo.

Early on, Nazarian established criteria for choosing her subjects. She wanted a mix of women in different areas who changed the landscape of their field (like Gertrude Berg in television); and she wanted women from all parts of the world. So there are essays on Amma, “a living saint” in India whose mission is to pass on love to everyone she meets; and Marina Silva, living in the Amazon jungle and illiterate until 16, who ran for president of Brazil last year garnering millions of votes.

A former psychology professor at Mount St. Mary’s College who now leads women’s personal-development workshops, Nazarian had been struck by something she read on her first book tour: “Personal example is the most effective medium for social transformation.”

“Other people’s stories serve as a medium for us to change our own lives,” says Nazarian who moved to Beverly HIlls at 11 and attended Hawthorne and BHHS. She now lives in Bel Air and is involved in a number of family businesses, like the SLS Ho-

tel.

She wants readers to finish the book knowing “that the collective spirit of women has great potential, and that we ourselves are capable of doing much more Angella Nazarian than we think is possible for ourselves. And if every day we step beyond boundaries and push ourselves a little bit, we can end up doing things we never imagine we can do.”

Out almost three months, the book has drawn praise from the likes of Arianna Huffington and Tina Brown, and is already in its second printing. It’s available on Amazon, at Assouline stores and some Barnes & Noble outlets.

One result of the book is that Nazarian moderated two panels on visionary women at the recent Milken Institute Global Conference. She’s also been invited to a women’s forum in France.

—Steve Simmons (See an extended version of this story at www.bhcourier.com)

Follies—Songs, Lyrics, Story, Voices And Dancing Make A Terrific Night Of Theater Songs, mourners in a New Orleans Jerry exceptional requiem. They are there to lyrics by the remind us of what the Follies Cutler master Stephen looked like in the 20s and 30s. on Theater Sondheim, a The once vibrant stars now

terrific story, glorious voices and energetic dancing are on view at the Ahmanson Th e a t r e .

Follies is as enjoyable a show as you will see.

Nominated for no less than eight Tony’s on B r o a d w a y, James Goldman’s book, in a clever script, brings together aging stars, all of who appeared in “Weissman Follies” a Ziegfeld type review during the tumultuous first half of the 20th century.

The time is

1971 and the original theatre that housed the show is ready to be torn down. Dimitri Weissman (David Sabin) has gathered his entire cast for a reunion. The stage is dark and the Ahmanson’s balconies are draped in black giving an effect of sadness rather than celebration.

Brilliantly conceived showgirls dressed in lavish sequined costumes intermingle with the main characters and move across the stage like

older and with current problems of infidelity and advanced age, are showcased as they sing and enlighten the audience via dialogue and lyrics.

The lyrics accompanying the finale specialty numbers are the crux of the story.

The actors, especially Jan Maxwell and Terri White who garner the most applause for their show stopping numbers, are all polished troupers.

Follies is a terrific night of theatre and, if you’re a Sondheim fan, doubly so.

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his career and the pair’s 61-year partnership. Their hits include Hound Dog (Elvis Presley) and Is That All There Is? (Peggy Lee).

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rectors and the general public.

By rendering their opinions, Jones’ and Dolan’s advice may violate California’s Business & Professions Code and subject either or both to discipline.

Practicing geology or engineering without a license is a misdemeanor offense in California under the Business & Professions Code.

By making “scientific judgments” and advising on construction decisions, they are engaged in “the practice of geology” as defined by regulations of the California State Board. See, California Code of Regulations, Title 16, Section 3003.

In contrast, experts hired by the Beverly Hills Unified School District and the City of Beverly Hills are licensed in California as required by law.

Jones holds a bachelor’s degree in Chinese Language

BEVERLY HILLS and Literature from Brown University and a Ph.D in geophysics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

She is a visiting associate in geophysics at CalTech and is employed by the U.S. Geologic Survey. From her USGS biography, she is a research seismologist, not a geologist or engineer.

As an employee of a federal agency, Jones is exempt from California licensing requirements for geologists but only for work performed for the federal government.

The Metro project is not a federal project and the exemption would not apply.

Dolan is an assistant professor of earth sciences at USC. He holds a B.S. in geology from U.C. Davis and a Ph.D. in geology from U.C. Santa Cruz.

-Marla Schevker, Beverly Rosen and Bill Arp contributed to this article.

reasons are valid,” Evan told The Courier. “Students on campus are doing that stuff, but I don’t think it’s a big problem (in athletics).”

Not all parent reaction was negative. Alma Ordaz, whose daughter participates in swimming and soccer at BHHS, was the only parent at Tuesday's meeting to speak out in support of the policy.

“What troubled me last night was parents almost saying, ‘it's not my kid, my kid is fine,’” Ordaz told The Courier.

“Addicts are all someone's kid.

We have to take the good and bad kid stuff out of it, this is a problem that can effect anyone's child.”

Track and field coach Jeff Fisher said he didn't think it would hamper his team at all.

“I expect all my athletes to be clean, so I really don't expect it to hurt us in any way,” Fisher said. “I guess the only thing that concerns me is it being strictly for athletes.”

The policy states before implementation, Superintendent Gary Woods or his staff will solicit input from the community.

To help ensure that is carried out, Manaster's amendment called for a committee to be formed within 60 days.

In the 2011-12 BHHS Athletic Participation Form that parents and students sign before each year, it states studentathletes are not allowed to use alcohol or take any non-prescription drugs, illegal drugs or anabolic steroids.

“We had no mechanism to test whether or not we were enforcing what was already in the policy,” Board President Brian Goldberg told The Courier.

No school disciplinary action will be taken against a student who fails a test and no mention of a failed drug test will appear on the student's personal record.

Hall said he voted against the policy because he was more concerned about students not involved in any extracurricular activities than those involved in athletics.

The policy calls for the random drug testing to become effective August 27. Testing will be done at a cost of $55 per student.

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veyors and Geologists is the state agency responsible for licensing and discipline of those professions.

After checking their professional credentials with California state authorities, The Courireported at er www.bhcourier.com yesterday morning that neither Jones nor Dolan were registered with the state.

Despite Jones’ well-known presence and Dolan’s academic credentials, their activities on behalf of Metro may violate state licensing laws. If they simply acted in a subordinate capacity under the direct supervision of licensed geologists and engineers, there would be no license required.

However, this is not how the Metro staff has presented them to the Metro Board of Di-

USS IOWA HEADS TO L.A.—The WWII era USS Iowa begins its final journey to Los Angeles Saturday at 11 a.m. when it departs from Richmond, CA. Presidents Ronald Reagan, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and George H.W. Bush all traveled aboard the USS Iowa, which served the United States for more than 50 years in WWII, The Cold War and The Korean War. The USS Iowa will make the Port of Los Angeles her permanent home, where she will serve as an interactive museum. The battleship was given to the Pacific Battleship Center for display at berth 87, Los Angeles Harbor. The group’s website is pacificbattleship.com.

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tion and consideration of Metro’s permit requests for work within the right of way for the Westside Subway Extension.

Condo conversion is also on the list. Mirisch wants to limited conversions of rental units.

Other matters on the agenda are the pedestrian and vehicular signage in the Civic Center Complex (back from March), the Wood Roof Replacement Ordinance which will likely include a discussion on historic buildings with noncompliant wood roofs and exemptions for older residents or

those facing financial hardships.

The council will also look at Interview results for the proposed Community Charitable Foundation. This is a new fivemember organization to promote charitable giving to Beverly Hills. The Foundation board will include the City’s vice mayor, a councilmember selected by the mayor, the city treasurer and two members of the community. During the budget session, the council plans to review the results of the community selection process.

The City Council Study Session is set for 2:30 at City Hall on Thursday, June 7.

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Manaster's amendment cuts the school district out of the equation for the first failed test, because it would be handled strictly by the parent and the third party company conducting the testing.

The policy defines a drug as any substance considered illegal by California law. The method of testing has not yet been decided.

Confusion has been the main reaction from the Beverly Hills community.

“I appreciate they're trying to respond to the safety of athletes, but feel like they're just jumping from someone saying we have a problem to this without going through some other steps,” said Colleen Sternshein, a PTA Council member and mother of two sons who play sports at BHHS. Colleen’s son Evan plays soccer at BHHS and said student’s discussed the policy at school on Wednesday.

“All the students are against it, they don’t feel the

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Jeffrey Foundation Celebrates 40th Anniversary Gala

Alyce Morris Winston & Edgar Winston & Paula McFarren

Peter Mark Richman & Helen Richman

Bart & Barbara Ross

Zev Yaroslavsky

Mike Russell & March & Linda Schwartz

John Seitz & Caldwell Sutherland

The Jeffrey Foundation continues to improve the quality of life for special-needs children and their families by providing a wide range of innovative education, recreation and social programs. The non-profit corporation was founded to meet the urgent need for therapeutic day care for children with disabilities in L.A.County. Executive Director and Founder, Alyce Morris Winston, a single mother of a child with muscular dystrophy, named the foundation after her son.

Actor Peter Mark Richman emceed the event which honored Winston with the Lifetime Achievement/Advocate for Children Award, presented by Lorraine McCall, Marcia Brickley and Ernest Tidwell. Scott Bowling, CEO of the Exceptional Children Foundation, received the Collaboration Award.

Entertainment was provided by Angel City Big Band featuring singer Bonnie Bowden.

Photos by Shana Forman & Maxine Picard Alyce Morris Winston & Scott Bowling

Alyce Morris Winston & Beverly Cohen

Wilhelmina Diener

David & Joanna Kermani

Shana Forman

Dr. Elliot Alpert & Joni Alpert

Madeline Gussman & Bob Vernon

Suz & Peter Landay

Elaine Bernard

Irina & Dr. James Gibbons & Joycie Fickett

Stephanie Hibler

BHPD To Hold DUI Check Points June 2 The Beverly Hills Police Department Traffic Bureau will be conducting a DUI Sobriety/Drivers License Checkpoint on Saturday, June 2.

The checkpoint will be on westbound North Santa Monica Boulevard at Crescent Drive.

The checkpoint will begin at 8 p.m. and conclude by 1 a.m.

The Beverly Hills Police Department is proud to support the

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sion. As compared to other “open enrollment” high schools, Beverly ranked 200 nationally and 35 in California.

Newsweek ranked each school based on its (1) four-year graduation rate, (2) college acceptance rate, (3) number of AP exams and other high-level exams given per student, (4) average SAT/ACT scores, (5) AP/college-level test scores, and (6) number of AP courses offered

Lois Aldrin

Office of Traffic Safety and Mothers Against Drunk Driving in their efforts to reduce the incidents of alcohol related accidents and deaths on our public roadways.

The BHPD conducts regular DUI checkpoints, DUI saturation patrols, and deploys officers in the field specifically for DUI enforcement, thereby creating a safer environment for

our community.

Funding for these programs is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

If there are any questions regarding this program or any other traffic safety issue, contact the BHPD Traffic Bureau at 310285-2196.

per student.

Beverly boasted a four year graduation rate of 98 percent, a college acceptance rate of 96 percent, an average SAT score of 1730, and an average AP score of 3.5 on a 5 point scale.

Dr. Brian D. Goldberg, BHUSD Board President, stated, “This is a reflection of the hard work being done by our students, staff, administration and parents in meeting our goal of returning Beverly to state and national prominence.”

Beverly Principal, Carter Paysinger added, “The Newsweek recognition validates the hard work of our entire high school community and it will be a motivating factor in our pursuit of excellence!”

“We are thrilled to be recognized by Newsweek. We are continually looking for ways to improve teaching and learning at Beverly,” stated BHUSD Superintendent Dr. Gary W. Woods.

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Combined with pent-up demand for luxury goods and an upward trend of deeppocketed Chinese tourists visiting Rodeo Drive, Geary’s CEO Tom Blumenthal said opening exclusive stores for the world’s top two watch brands is transforming Beverly Hills.

“Beverly Hills becomes a destination for someone who’s serious about purchasing a watch, and that makes critical mass special,” Blumenthal said. “It’s a coup to get those brands next to each other.”

The two retailers will share approximately 2,500square-feet inside the former Valentino space and be connected via an internal passageway, although each will have a separate entrance and different look. Blumenthal said the Patek Philippe boutique, which will showcase some 100 to 150 watches (several exclusive to the store), will

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boast Parisian-made furnishings in an art deco style. The Rolex store will feature marble walls and floors, in addition to leather features to encourage shoppers to relax while browsing the 400 watches on display. The stores will be managed by Daniel Chen.

Blumenthal, whose grandparents founded the luxury “go to” store at 365 N. Rodeo Dr. in 1930, said both watch stores will appeal to tourists, collectors and watch aficionados. But, the price points for the two stores - Rolex watches start around $5,000 and the average Patek Philippe watch sells for $30,000 - really make the Patek Philippe pieces more of a “collector’s watch.”

“Rodeo has never been stronger,” he said. “Who would have predicted we would be where we are today five years ago?”

Currently, Geary’s watch store on Rodeo Drive and Tiffany’s are the only retailers to carry Patek Philippe in Beverly Hills.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Long ago, you stopped yourself from experiencing an emotion, and now it resurfaces, wanting more than ever to be expressed. Work your way through it. It will evaporate when it completes a cycle.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’ll feel the need to relax, though it's not as easy for you to do this now.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Some are comfortable with mediocrity, but you are not. You’ll work harder to make yourself remarkable. You'll strive for higher scores and get impressive results.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You just made a plan, and it already needs to be altered to fit the new circumstances. That you’re able to adjust easily is a skill in and of itself—and one you'll be using

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll avoid restlessness by changing the routine. You’ll do something that's different from what you’d normally be doing, and it’s more than a single act. It’s an actual path that leads to a different you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

You’ll take control of your schedule. You’ll also realize that just because you signed up for certain tasks doesn’t mean you have to do them the same way all the time.

There is more leeway than you once believed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

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PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). Your relationship with a certain person is changing rapidly. The better you get to know this one the more opportunity you see in your future together..

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Page 20 | May 25 , 2012 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012076653 The following is/are doing business as: PHOTO BY KLEIN 3981 Westfall Dr., Encino, CA 91436; Jaime Barton Klein 3981 Westfall Dr., Encino, CA 91436; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 25, 2012: Jaime B. Klein: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 25, 2012; Published: May 04, 11, 18, 25, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012076589 The following is/are doing business as: KAZANJIAN BEVERLY HILLS 9489 Dayton Way #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Kazanjian Bros., Inc. 9489 Dayton Way #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Douglas M. Kazajian, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 25, 2012; Published: May 04, 11, 18, 25, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012075528 The following is/are doing business as: 1) NEW ACT TRAVEL 2) NEW ACT TRAVEL INC. 1925 Century Park East #1150, Los Angeles, CA 90067; The New Act 1925 Century Park East #1150, Los Angeles, CA 90067; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein September 22, 1992: Lili Aboodi-Dallal, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 24, 2012; Published: May 04, 11, 18, 25, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012079074 The following is/are doing business as: 1) APPROVED AMERICA REAL ESTATE 2) APPROVED AMERICA PROPERTY MGMT 3) APPROVED AMERICA SHORT SALE 4) APPROVED AMERICA WHOLESALE 5) APPROVED AMERICA 6) APPROVED AMERICA STUDENT HOUSING 7) VETS DIRECT REAL ESTATE 8) VETS DIRECT PROPERTY MGMT 9) APPROVED AMERICA PRIVATE LENDING 10) STAN COLEMAN REAL ESTATE 11) SCRE PROPERTY MGMT 12) JET SET PROPERTY MGMT 13) APPROVED AMERICA CREDIT 14) APPROVED AMERICA INVESTMENT GROUP 15) APPROVED AMERICA ENGINEERS 16) APPROVED AMERICA INTERIOR DESIGN 9701 Wilshire Blvd. #1000, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; IBN Global Inc. 9701 Wilshire Blvd. #1000,

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AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein May 08, 2012: Teresita B. Garcia: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 09, 2012; Published: May 18, 25, June 01, 08, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012086753 The following is/are doing business as: THE VENTURA TOWNEHOUSE 4900 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA 93003; Pacific View of Ventura, Inc. 4900 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA 93003; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 01, 2012: Yaacov Isaacs, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 08, 2012; Published: May 18, 25, June 01, 08, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012091720 The following is/are doing business as: 1) DABASIC CODES 4 FITNESS AND WELLNESS LIFESTYLES 2) DAMEGA CODES 4 ATTENTIVE CHILDHOOD OBESITY AND PERFORMANCE FITNESS ACTIVITY 269 S. Beverly Dr. #1038, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; D’Markis Randolph 2100 E. 101st St. #510, Los Angeles, CA 90002; DaMega Body Management, Inc. 269 S. Beverly Dr. #1038, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN UNINCORPORATED ASSOCIATION OTHER THAN A PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: D’Markis Randolph, Secretary: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 15, 2012; Published: May 18, 25, June 01, 08, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012092814 The following is/are doing business as: M.I.D. 911 N. Rexford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Melody Soleimani 911 N. Rexford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 27, 2007: Melody Soleimani: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 16, 2012; Published: May 25, June 01, 08, 15, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012092819 The following is/are doing business as: ITALY 2000 15436 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403; Argamaan, Inc. 12310 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business

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BY ROBERT FLAXMAN 303 N. La Peer Dr. #PH, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Robert L. Flaxman 303 N. La Peer Dr. #PH, Beverly Hills,, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein July 09, 1997: Robert Flaxman: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 16, 2012; Published: May 25, June 01, 08, 15, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012092840 The following is/are doing business as: LAKE APARTMENTS 401 S. Lake St., Burbank, CA 91502; The 1988 Eidelman Trust 1011 N. Hilldale Ave. #3, West Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A TRUST, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 2006: Hilton Eidelman: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 16, 2012; Published: May 25, June 01, 08, 15, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012081981 The following is/are doing business as: BPC INTERIOR DESIGN 6147 W. Colgate Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; Genelle Brooks 6147 W. Colgate Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2011: Genelle Brooks: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 02, 2012; Published: May 25, June 01, 08, 15, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012098792 The following is/are doing business as: 1) MO BETTER MEATY MEAT BURGERS 2) MO BETTER BURGERS 3) EVE’S GARDEN 901 S. La Brea Ave. #2, Los Angeles, CA 90036; Eve L. Fouche 2714-1/2 Rimpau Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Eve L. Fouche: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 21, 2012; Published: May 25, June 01, 08, 15, 2012 LACC N/C

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1 2 “ To m m y, ” e . g .

56 Singer DiFranco 57 Start of a “White Album” title

1 0 8 Wo r k i n g a s a s t o r e clerk

14 It has many servers

58 Pod-based entity

109 Disney princess

12 Hank Aaron led the N.L. in them four times

59 People who avoid social networking, maybe

11 0 P a r t o f a n e w s p a p e r : A b b r.

16 Famously temperamental court figure

111 J o b s c r e a t i o n

17 Stout alternative

16 British pols

6 3 M i x o l o g i s t ’s measure

11 3 O B s , e . g .

18 Salmon, at times

11 4 Vi e t n a m Ve t e r a n s Memorial designer

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Across 1 One waiting in France 7 “ W h o ’s t h e r e ? ” response

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19 Mark who won the 1998 Masters 2 0 A l t e r n a t i v e e n e rg y option 21 “… there ___ square” 22 Maximum 23 Slogan for medical marijuana activists?

26 Portuguese “she” 2 7 Ta t t o o s , s l a n g i l y 28 More than a quarter of academic circles?

29 Alias 30 “No surprise to me” 32 Like unworn tires 36 Persians who protect their feet?

5 4 C o n d u c t o r To s c a n i n i

6 5 M y _ _ _ , Vi e t n a m

11 5 C l o t h i n g - f r e e version of the national pastime?

68 “Snowy” bird

122 Dark meat piece

6 9 “ I f y o u c a n ’t b e h a v e o n t h i s t o u r, I swear you’ll be sorry!”?

1 2 3 F e m i n i n e s u ff i x

3 1 Wo r l d l e a d e r beginning D e c e m b e r 2 0 11

124 Pitch

33 “Kubla Khan” river

125 Simplified language form

34 On account of

126 Pompous person

37 French “she”

127 “I’ll have what ___ having”

3 8 Ta k e a l o a d o ff

75 Forerunner of euchre 76 Smack 77 ___ culpa 78 State for which a Springsteen album i s n a m e d : A b b r.

7 9 H u n t ’s c o - s t a r o n “ M a d A b o u t Yo u ” 81 Error indicator 8 2 L a rg e s t c a m p u s o f L o n g I s l a n d U n i v.

4 2 Wa s h a l t i n g

85 The title of this puzzle, e.g.

44 Author 45 Not straight 48 “___ Beso” (Paul Anka hit) 49 Big twit?

50 Entitlement to cross the stream first?

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66 It was published four years before “Moby-Dick”

4 0 To o k a b r e a k a r o u n d one, say 43 Plant, of a sort

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90 Like much of P i n d a r ’s w o r k 93 [Smack!]

94 Revolver 9 5 Tr a g i c E . R . s t a t u s 96 Cartoon pet of note 97 Melodic 99 Play double Dutch, say

128 Itching 129 City near C l e a r w a t e r, informally

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There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away.

If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamade telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encorntrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede paga a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, las corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitaje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

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Greg C. Gatto, Bar No. 226903 • STOEL RIVES LLP 10008 S.E. River Street, Truckee, CA 96161 Tel: 530.582.2280 Fax: 530.582.2281 DATE (Fecha): APRIL 5, 2012 By: Rosa Junqueiro, Clerk • Dina Rafford, Deputy Beverly Hills Courier • Published 05/18/12, 05/25/12, 06/01/12, 06/08/12

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BEVERLY HILLS T.S. No.: 12-10802 Loan No.: 7000030009 A.P.N.: 4340-024-114 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/24/2008.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor: ERIC A. MITCHELL, A SINGLE MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC Recorded 5/1/2008 as Instrument No. 20080768320 in book , page and rerecorded on --as --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Described as follows: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST Date of Sale: 6/4/2012 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: Inside the lobby of the building located at 628 North Diamond Bar Blvd., Suite B, Diamond Bar, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $616,428.60 (Estimated) Street Address or other common designation of real property: 930 NORTH DOHENY DRIVE #303 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069 A.P.N.: 4340024-114 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled

PUBLIC NOTICES only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only.

THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.co m, using the file number assigned to this case 1210802. 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. Date: 05/09/2012 Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC 1610 E. Saint Andrew Pl., Suite

150F Santa Ana, CA 92705 Automated Sale Information: 916-939-0772 or www.nationwideposting.com for NON-SALE information: 888-313-1969 Francesca Martinez, Trustee Sale Officer NPP0201511 05/11/12, 05/18/12, 05/25/12 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7042.24312 Title Order No. 6463572 MIN No. 10013370002692902-9 APN 5560023-088 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/30/07. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in §5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor(s): JOHN TURCK, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 11/02/07, as Instrument No. 20072472852, of Official Records of LOS ANGELES County, California.

Date of Sale: 06/07/12 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA The purported property address is: 1145 LARRABEE STREET UNIT 18, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069- 2081 Assessors Parcel No. 5560-023-088 The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $373,156.35. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid, plus interest.

The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate

the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 877-484-9942 or visit this Internet Web site www.USAForeclosure.com or www.Auction.com using the file number assigned to this case 7042.24312.

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. Date: May 8, 2012 NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC., as Trustee Authorized Signatory / Candice Yoo 1241 E. Dyer Road, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92705 Reinstatement and PayOff Requests: (866) 387NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY I N F O R M AT I O N OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE ORDER # 7042.24312: 05/11/2012,05/18/2012,05 /25/2012 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 12-0008890 Doc ID #000559275642005N Title Order No. 12-0014877 Investor/Insurer No. 055927564 APN No. 4342034-048 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/14/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by NAZLI G ALISHAHI, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 04/14/2004 and recorded 5/7/2004, as Instrument No. 04-1153757, in Book , Page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/04/2012 at 11:00AM, By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said

Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 441 NORTH OAKHURST DRIVE #302, BEVERLY HILLS, CA, 90210. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $501,357.96. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder's Office.

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 a 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 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

May 25, 2012 | Page 21 trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 12-0008890. 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. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 9274399 By: -- Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.A4235450 05/11/2012, 05/18/2012, 05/25/2012 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 1327981-11 APN: 4340-013-030 TRA: 001349 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx7628 REF: Carlberg, Carl IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED September 27, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 14, 2012, at 9:00am, CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded October 05, 2006, as Inst. No. 06 2220162 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Carl E Carlberg, Single, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank Behind the fountain located in civic center plaza, 400 civic Center Plaza Pomona, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 9051 and 9053 Harland Ave West Hollywood CA 90069 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the

remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $697,048.57. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell.

The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

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

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (619)590-1221 or visit the internet website www.rppsales.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1327981-11.

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

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

For sales information:(619)590-1221. CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: May 23, 2012. (R410350 05/25/12, 06/01/12, 06/08/12)

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BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT DOCUMENT 00020 NOTICE INVITING BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (“District”) will receive sealed bids for the BID #11-12/010 HORACE MANN SCHOOL AUDITORIUM MODERNIZATION PROJECT at the office of the Purchasing Department, 255 South Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212 no later than June 21, 2012 at 1:00PM at which time or thereafter said bids will be opened and read aloud. Bids received after this time will be returned unopened. Bids shall be valid for 60 calendar days after the bid opening date. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period sixty (60) calendar days after the date set for the opening of bids.

Bids must be submitted on the District’s Bid Forms in a sealed envelope clearly marked in accordance with the Information for Bidders. An onsite bid clock shall be used to determine the time.

Bidders may obtain a electronic copy ONLY of the Contract Documents from the District’s Program Manager, Bernards at: 310-551-5100, extension 2399 at no cost to the Contractor. To the extent required by Public Contract Code Section 20103.7, the District shall also make the Contract Documents available for review at one or more plan rooms.

Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or a Bid Bond in favor of the District in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted Total Bid Price.

The District is pre-qualifying Class B General Contractor bidders for this bid package, as noted above. In no event shall District accept bids from bidders who have not submitted the required Pre-Qualification Questionnaire as required, and who have not been deemed prequalified by the District.

A “MANDATORY” Pre-Bid Conference will be held at Horace Mann School, 8701 Charleville Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 on the following date(s) and time(s): Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 10:00AM. Each and every Bidder “MUST” attend the Pre-Bid Conference and sign-in.

Prospective bidders “MAY NOT” visit the Project Site without making arrangements through the Construction Manager. Bids “WILL NOT” be accepted from any bidder who did not attend the Pre-Bid Conference.

The General Contractor “MUST” also require its hazardous material sub-contractor that will be listed on Form 00420 Designation of SubContractors at time bid is submitted to attend the “MANDATORY” PreBid Conference and sign-in accordingly.

Each bid shall be accompanied by the security referred to in the Contract Documents, the noncollusion declaration, the list of proposed subcontractors, and all additional documentation required by the Information for Bidders.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish the District with a Performance Bond equal to 100% of the successful bid, and a Payment Bond equal to 100% of the successful bid, prior to execution of the Contract. All bonds are to be secured from a surety that meets all of the State of California bonding requirements, as defined in Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120, and is admitted by the State of California.

Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by District to ensure his performance under the Contract. At the request and expense of the successful bidder, securities equivalent to any amount withheld shall be deposited at the discretion of District, with either District or a state or federally chartered bank, as the escrow agent, who shall then pay any funds otherwise subject to retention to the successful bidder. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, the securities shall be returned to the successful bidder.

The Director of Industrial Relations has determined the general prevailing rate of per diem wages in the locality in which this work is to be performed for each craft or type of worker needed to execute the Contract which will be awarded to the successful bidder, copies of which are on file and will be made available to any interested party upon request at the District’s Purchasing Department or online at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr. A copy of these rates shall be posted by the successful bidder at the job site. The successful bidder and all subcontractor(s) under him, shall comply with all applicable Labor Code provisions, which include, but are not limited to the payment of not less than the required prevailing rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Contract, the employment of apprentices, the hours of labor and the debarment of contractors and subcontractors.

Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3400(b), if the District has made any findings designating certain materials, products, things, or services by specific brand or trade name, such findings and the materials, products, things, or services and their specific brand or trade names will be set forth in the Special Conditions.

Award of Contract: The District shall award the Contract for the Project to the lowest responsible bidder as determined from the base bid alone, by the District. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or in the bidding process. Bid protests, if any, must comply with the requirements set forth in the Information for Bidders in order to be timely and considered by the District. As described in the Special Conditions, Bidders are advised that pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 7201, the District has determined that this Project is “substantially complex,” and that retention shall be withheld in the amount of 10% of all progress payments.

The last date to submit questions shall be June 11, 2012. All questions must be submitted in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Information for Bidders.

The Engineers Estimate for this project is: $3,500,000 Publication Dates:

BEVERLY HILLS

PUBLIC NOTICES

May 25, 2012 June 1, 2012

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TSG No.: 5597078 TS No.: CA1100231919 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN:4383?023?001 Property Address: 10001 REEVESBURY DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS AREA, CA 90210 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/08/05. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 7, 2012 at 11:00 AM, First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 06/16/05, as Instrument No. 05 1409469, in book , page , of Official Records in the Office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of California. Executed by: DALE TALBERT AND BETH TALBERT, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS,. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, C A S H I E R ' S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) Inside the lobby of the building located at 628 North Diamond Bar Blvd., Suite B, Diamond Bar, 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 and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 4383?023?001. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 10001 REEVESBURY DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS AREA, CA 90210.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $658,043.20. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located.

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

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

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916) 939?0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/propertySear chTerms.aspx using the file number assigned to this case CA1100231919. 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's Trustee. The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporations a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or The timeframe for giving Notice of Sale specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and has been provided or the loan is exempt from the requirements.

Date: 05/14/12, First American Title Insurance Company First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC 3 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 Original document signed by Authorized Agent, Chet Sconyers -FOR TRUSTEE'S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916) 939-0772.

First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC May be Acting as a Debt Collector Attempting to Collect a Debt. Any Information obtained may be used for that purpose.

NPP0201432 05/18/12, 05/25/12, 06/01/12 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 454396CA Loan No. 3017150560 Title Order No. 999458 YOU ARE IN

DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05-10-2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE P R O C E E D I N G S AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 06-15-2012 at 11:00 A.M., CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 05-182007, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 20071214848, , and as modified by the Modification of Deed of Trust recorded on 12-102008, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 20082165426 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: GEORGE A AVANTS AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier's 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. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Place of Sale: BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766. Legal Description: LOT 9 OF TRACT 8080, IN THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN ON MAP FILED IN BOOK 112, PAGE 9 TO 12 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,836,702.50 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1422 SAN YSIDRO DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210 APN Number: 4355-005-019 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid

foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 0525-2012 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee CASEY KEALOHA, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 7302727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com 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, this information can be obtained from one of the following two companies: LPS Agency Sales & Posting at (714) 7302727, or visit the Internet Web site www.lpsasap.com (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting & Publishing at (714) 5731965 or visit the Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com (Click on the link for “Advanced Search” to search for sale information), using the Trustee Sale No. shown above.

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.

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BEVERLY HILLS NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Date of Filing Application: MAY 7, 2012 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: VINO ANGELENO HOLLYWOOD LLC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 7166 MELROSE AVE LOS ANGELES, CA 90046-7626 Type of license(s) applied for: 41 - ON-SALE BEER ANE WINE EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 134144802 APN: 5529-024-036 TRA: 01319 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx3966 REF: Henrichsen, Brett IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED July 09, 2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 14, 2012, at 9:00am, CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded July 18, 2007, as Inst. No. 20071694036 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Brett Henrichsen, A Single Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank Behind the fountain located in civic center plaza, 400 civic Center Plaza Pomona, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1037 North Laurel Avenue, #6a West Hollywood CA 900466097 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the

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PUBLIC NOTICES obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $740,760.21. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (619)590-1221 or visit the internet website w w w. r p p s a l e s . c o m , using t h e f i l e n u m b e r assigned to this case 1341448-02.

I n f o r m a t i on about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web Site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the

scheduled sale. For sales information:(619)590-1221. CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: May 11, 2012. (R-410358 05/25/12, 06/01/12, 06/08/12) —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No: H535052 CA Unit Code: H Loan No: 0013246202/DE PASSE Investor No: 251031207 AP #1: 5555-005-078 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/or the cashier's, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: SUZANNE DE PASSE Recorded April 29, 2004 as Instr. No. 04-1051368 in Book --- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded February 23, 2012 as Instr. No. 20120291248 in Book --- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County CALIFORNIA. Said Deed of Trust describes the following property: EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A CONDOMINIUM COMPRISED OF: PARCEL 1: THAT PORTION OF LOT 1, OF TRACT NO. 33180, IN THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 878 PAGE(S) 92 AND 93 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, SHOWN AND DEFINED AS UNIT NO.36 ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN RECORDED JULY 8, 1977 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 77-735923 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY. PARCEL 2: AN UNDIVIDED .0120 INTEREST IN AND TO LOT 1 OF SAID TRACT NO. 33180.

EXCEPT THEREFROM THOSE PORTIONS SHOWN AND DEFINED AS UNITS 1 TO 99 INCLUSIVE IN SAID CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 3: A NONEXCLUSIVE EASEMENT TO AND A NONEXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE BY THE OWNER(S) OF UNIT 36, FOR VEHICULAR PARKING PURPOSES, 2 VEHICLE PARKING SPACES TO ATIENDANT PARKING ON GARAGE PARKING

LEVELS 2 AND/OR 3 AS DESIGNATED IN EXHIBIT “C” ON SAID PLAN. PARCEL 4: THE EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT TO USE BY OWNER(S), THE BALCONY(IES) AREA(S) ADJACENT TO UNIT 36, AS DESIGNATED IN EXHIBIT “B” OF SAID PLAN. PARCEL 5: A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT APPURTENANT TO UNIT 36 FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND SUPPORT OVER, ACROSS AND THROUGH THE COMMON AREA IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE NO. 1353. PARCEL 6: A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR SUPPORT OVER, ACROSS AND THROUGH EVERY PORTION OF EVERY UNIT WITHIN THE PROJECT REQUIRED FOR STRUCTURAL SUPPORT OF THE BUILDING WITHIN WHICH SAID UNIT IS LOCATED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED APRIL 23, 2004.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 1100 ALTA LOMA RD NO. 805, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069-2401 "(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or correctness)." Said Sale of property will be made in "as is" condition without covenant or warranty, express 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 as in said note provided, advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Said sale will be held on: JUNE 14, 2012, AT 9:00 A.M. **DOUBLETREE HOTEL LOS ANGELES-NORWALK VINEYARD BALLROOM, 13111 SYCAMORE DRIVE NORWALK, CA 90650 At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $632,379.78. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

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

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being

auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 480-5690 or (800) 843-0260 ext 5690 or visit this Internet Web site: http://www.tacforeclosures.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case H535052 H. 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 verity postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Date: May 18, 2012 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC. as said Trustee, as Authorized Agent for the Beneficiary KIMBERLY THORNE, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 4000 W. Metropolitan Drive, Suite 400 Orange, CA 928680000 The Beneficiary may be attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. If available , the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (714) 480-5690 or (800) 843-

0260 ext 5690 or you may access sales information at www.tacforeclosures.com.

TAC# 956641 PUB: 05/25/12, 06/01/12, 06/08/12 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 133149615 APN: 4339-004-055 TRA: 01349 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx1573 REF: Rahman Moghrabi, Abd IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED December 09, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 07, 2012, at 9:00am, CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded December 16, 2005, as Inst. No. 05-3103159 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Abdul Rahman Moghrabi, An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank Doubletree hotel los angeles-norwalk, 13111 sycamore drive Vineyard Ballroom Norwalk, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 8535 West Knoll Drive #201 West Hollywood CA 90069 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $407,197.42. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The

beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800)280-2832 or visit the Internet Web Site, www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1331496-15.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web Site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800)280-2832 CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: May 05, 2012. (R-409999 05/18/12, 05/25/12, 06/01/12)

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Shari L. Yaros, CPA/MBA Freelance Forensic & Investigative Accountant Civil * Criminal * Family Law * Personal Injury * Partnerships * Real Estate * Insurance * Bankruptcy * Estates * Trusts *

818.515.2426 * slyfinance@aol.com

Reasonable hourly rates and/or flat fee in some cases

IS IT TIME TO GET IN SHAPE?

We provide in-home care and companionship to help you remain independent and happy at home.

If you need help and would like a free in-home assessment please call us at:

323-932-8700

55 JOBS WANTED

with Five Years of Children and Adults.

Nursing Home & Off: 310/804-4448 Home Care experience.

PAULA ROSENFELD, LMFT Excellent References!

LIC. #MFC36907 323/812-4230

53 ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES HIGH VOLTAGE, DYNAMIC ENTERTAINER

————— I am a reliable, caring and responsible GENTLEMAN seeking a position as a CAREGIVER Full time live out.

Excellent References with 30 years exp.

Call 323/655-1883

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COMPUTER

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Good Company.

Great People.

PSYCHOTHERAPY I AM A CERTIFIED House Calls Available. NURSES ASSISTANT

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- On-Site Custom Computer Service 02 - PC & MAC ACCOUNTING/ - Hardware /Software BOOKKEEPING - DSL / Cable / Dial Up * Accounts Receivable - Troubleshooting * Accounts Payable - Anti-Virus & More... * Payroll - Local References * Financial Statements 310/275-DAVE * Audits or email: David@ * General Management TechnoEntomology.com

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to Rock Your Event or Commercial!

Singer • Actress www.ofirengel.com 323/384-1327 passionshowrecords @gmail.com

• ELDERCARE • IN-HOME SPECIALIST • Caregivers • CNA • CHHA

• Companions • Live-In / Live-Out

Bonded & Insured• Licensed • Fully Screened

310.859.0440

www.exehomecare.com BBB A+ (Highest Rated)

RN on Staff

I AM AN HONEST RESPONSIBLE FEMALE. For reliable ride for errands /doctors appointment & home gourmet cooking.

Please cal Parvin at 310/944-0457

A Professional, Reliable & Excellent In-Home Care Provider For Seniors

Let Michael, British 55 • Live-In/Live-Out Caregivers Boxing Champion and JOBS • In-Depth Screening 88 Personal Trainer WANTED Licensed/Bonded/Insured ELDERLY Help You Look P lease Call Us At CARE and Feel Great! • 818/554-1072 • I AM AN EXPERIENCED, WWW.V ITAL S UPPORT H OME C ARE . COM Certified Nutritionist SENIOR CARE with Great References RELIABLE CAREGIVER SPECIALISTS, L t d .

FOR SENIORS. “Will Guarantee Results�

310/838-3944

YOUR AD HERE CALL 310.278.1322

Provide Thoroughly Screened light housekeeping, drive Caregiversand to appointments, errands.

Companions.

Live out. Prepare meals,

Good DMV record with excellent references.

Licensed Bonded • Insured

Please call John at 818/653-5714 or 310/666-9737

• 310/657-5703 •

• M EMBER BBB • WWW.SENIORCARE

SPECIALISTSLTD.COM

“You worked hard taking care of others. Now, let us take care of you in your home. You deserve the best !â€? • Caregivers • Medication • CNA • HHA Reminders • Companions • Grocery Shopping • Sitters • Meal Preparation • Doctors Appts • Wake-Up Calls • Light Housekeeping •

Screened, Bonded and Committed to TLC Health Care at its Best!

Call 323-298-7887

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CONDOMINIUMS & TOWNHOMES

CONDOMINIUMS & TOWNHOMES

CONDOMINIUMS & TOWNHOMES

ARE YOU A SENIOR AND NEED ASSISTANCE?

MOTIVATIONAL TRAINER FOR SENIORS

BEVERLY HILLS

Private Office Suite at 9595 Wilshire Bl.

We can help YOU!

With or Without Disabilities - In Home -

Rehabilitation, Physical Training or Just Need We provide experienced To Get Moving.

Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s Jeff: 310/228-0598

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for seniors needing companions to drive them to doctors, prepare meals, light housekeeping, etc...

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

Call Lisa 24hrs.

323/877-8121 323/806-9498 Erica Wall

90 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

1 & 2 - PERSON RESIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM Professional appearance.

Small complex, B.H.+Westside Area Management/ Maintenance Experience a Plus.

Beverly Drive PRIVATE PROFESSIONAL

PSYCHOTHERAPY AND MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE with many amenities 310/276-7600 x.203

6210 WILSHIRE BL. @ FAIRFAX AVE. MOVE-IN SPECIAL OFFICES FOR LEASE

"Private Yoga Instructor"

Fax Resume:

560 S . F . • $899/MO.

S PECIALIZING IN O LDER A DULTS .

310/829-2630 Or Email:

************ Great location w/ views and parking available.

Improve Flexibility, Range of Motion & Feel Better!

Great Opportunity!

THEROBERTSCO @ THEROBERTSCO . COM

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Call: 310/395-7272 or email: gary@westhillmgmt.com

Senior Discounts 310/619-3945 ericaawall@gmail.com

————— NEED HELP?

******* WE UNDERSTAND.. .

Mama’s caregivers are loving, caring, trained & bonded.

Live in or out.

******* M AMA’ S H OME C ARE 323/655-2622

PROVIDENCE CAREGIVER We Provide Experienced Caregivers & Companions For Seniors.

Newly Renovated

Great People Make GOOD COMPANY Our premiere private duty home care agency is currently seeking professional caregivers to assist our senior clients.

C N A’s , CHHA's, MA's preferred.

Great paying positions available throughout Los Angeles, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, Bel Aire, Pacific Palisades and San Fernando Valley.

Please call (323) 932-8700

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BEAUTY SALON

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ESTABLISHED SALON IN BEVERLY HILLS

HAS 3 STATIONS Live-In or Live-Out. FOR RENT Prepare meals, light house2 - HAIRSTYLIST keeping, drive to appts., 1- MANICURIST errands, shopping, etc.

• 310/591-6471 • • 818/294-5588 •

Great Location Great Parking.

Call 310/246-1365

PRIME BEVERLY HILLS OFFICE SPACE N e a r Wilshire on Santa Monica Blvd.

Up to 3,800 Available immediately Building signage available Contact Kosha 310/691-5520

CENTURY CITY

California

Century Hill Penthouse!

Dreaming® REMODELED 3 BDRM + 508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 5.5 BATH PENTHOUSE C E N T U R Y C I T Y in Century Hill with $2,500,000 1 Large Executive Sweeping Views!

P ENTHOUSE! Window Office & Single level corner unit Appx. 3,300 sq ft.

1 Support/ w/ loft. Over 3,500 sq.ft. 270º Unobstructed Reception Area.

Lite & brite. Chef’s kitch, Jet-Liner Views!

Contact: Stan Gerlach fab master suite, junior mas$ 1 , 3 9 5 , 01 0 0 ter, library/office, maids, 2 Bd +Off. +2 /2 Ba Or: Bryan Dunne and upstairs loft w/ bath.

310/550-2500 Elegant Remodel.

2210 CENTURY HILL Generous Master. $2,150,000 Luxurious Baths!

Judy Ross, agt, No Expense Spared.

BEVERLY HILLS 310/285-7504 • DIANA COOK • UP TO 3 BEAUTIFUL, COLDWELL BANKER • BH clean, professional, large, 310/203-8333 remodeled offices available ILoveCenturyCity.com within a full-service suite, Condo Sales & Leases w/ excellent views, located on Wilshire CONDO FOR SALE Blvd. Secretarial bays, all listings are on WILSHIRE CORRIDOR interior offices, & centurycityliving.com 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH storage also available. $1-2K per office This Weeks Listings Completely Remodeled living room, bathroom, Call Joe at CENTURY PARK EAST kitchen w/all new appliances 310/489-7793 including washer/dryer. 24 1 BED, 1 BATH hour doorman & security WILSHIRE BLVD $399,500 guard, side-by-side prkng High Floor, Renovated, Large RETAIL FRONTAGE 2 tennis courts, swimming Balcony Manhattan Views & SMALL OFFICE pool, gym, etc... Low HOA ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *** SUITES *** 1 BED/1 BATH Call 310/210-8008 NO NNN $460,000 or 310/859-7915 All Utilities Included.

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Must Lease Now! Call 310/237-2977 or 713/266-1444

————––––––– Fairfax/Wilshire UNIQUE & QUIET PSYCHOTHERAPY ~ OFFICE ~ Shared waiting room, call light system separate exits, full kitchen, free parking. $900/MO. Utilities Included.

Email: mcbensonasst@gmail.com

Call: 323/938-4012

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5 Star Renovation, Limestone Counters, Hardwood Floors, Large Balcony, Custom Cabinetry Partial City Views, Quiet Location

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2 BED/2 BATHS $499,000 High Floor, City & Ocean Views Renovated, Wood Floors, Large Balcony, 2 Separated Suites Quiet Location

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2 BED/DEN/2 BATHS $799,000 2 Large Balconies. 270 Degree Unobstructed Views. Totally Renovated. Huge Spa Oversized Master Bedroom Travertine Tile Floors Prime CPE Location

ELEGANT CONDO Park Westwood Tower (across W Hotel+UCLA)

COMPLETELY RE-DONE.

1 Bd.+1 Ba. $529,000 810sf. Gorgeous city views, 24-hr. doorman, outdoor pool/spa.

Close to Everything!

Mercedes Coronel: Bkr: 310/980-5677

For A Video Tour: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=XD6_NVRX4L8

————— Le Faubourg St. Honore 9233 Burton Way Beverly Hills, 90210

2 Bd. + 2 1/ 2 Ba.

• OPEN HOUSE • M o n . - F r i . • 9 - 5 pm Conierge service, gym spa, security camera’s. $895,000 (Not in the MLS) G LOBAL VANTAGE :

310/279-5133

Luxury Living

————––––––– $1,300,000 PENTHOUSE FOR SALE

ADJ. BEVERLY HILLS 420 S. HAMIL RD. 3BD. + DEN + 2.5BA

2,400 Sq. Ft. built in ————— Approx 2008. Elevator inside the

BEVERLY HILLS FOR SALE

321 N. OAKHURST DR. 1 BD + DEN + 1.5 BA 2nd Floor Front Unit.

Large and Spacious Approx. 1,600 sq. ft.

Full service building, front view, security guard (day & night), pool, suana, gym & rec. room, Hardwood flrs throughout, 2 parking.

$450,000 Call Charles Dizengoff

310/259-9911

unit with drammatic living room and kitchen, over 12 ft ceilings. huge 2-story closets + 4 more closets, large mater bath.

Call Marina at 310/246- 9928

YOUR AD HERE CALL 310.278.1322

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1 BED/2 BATHS $1,100,000 Penthouse, One of a Kind Sky Lounge Den, 2 Jumbo Balconies, Walk-In Closet Hardwood Floors, 270 Degree Unobstructed City & Ocean Views

Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Gardens & Lawns, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center CENTURY PARK EAST CENTURY TOWERS PARK PLACE CENTURY HILL LE PARC CENTURY WOODS For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440

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4 Bd. or 3 Bd. +1 office SANTA MONICA 427 Montana Ave. 3 Baths + Den •• • Wet bar, living room w/ ••• •••• fireplace, formal dining • • • B a c h e l o r • • • • •• room, breakfast room, •••• ••• Controlled access, kitchen w/ built-ins, laundry room w/ wash- garage, laundry facility. er/dryer, 2 car garage.

Close to Beach.

$4,500/MO. 310/776-0506 818/398-7793

310/394-7132

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————— 340 S. St. Andrews Pl. B E V E R L Y H I L L S 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath Brand New Home

Balcony, controlled 5 Bd. + 5 1/ 2 Ba. access, parking, w/ Pool • $11,900/Mo. elevator, on-site laundry.

B E V E R L Y H I L L S Close to shopping.

3 Bd.+2 Ba.+Den $5,700/Mo.

For More Details, Call Noushin:

310/863-4325

435 GUESTHOUSE FOR RENT

323/352-6255

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Newly Updated 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

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Balcony, dishwasher, a/c, heated pool, elevator controlled BEVERLY HILLS access, on-site laundry, Guesthouse Studio parking. Close to $1,195/Month Brentwood Village, Kitchenette, appl, lrg walk- Shops & Restaurants. in closet, jacuzzi, pool, • 310/826-4889 • marble bath. No pets.

Inclds: utilities, cable, SANTA MONICA wifi, flat screen tv, prkg.

808 4th St. FURNISHED/UNFURNISHED ** **

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**CENTURY CITY**

VER CITY 245 S. DOHENY W E S T L . A . • BRENTWOOD • CUL 3830 Vinton Ave.

2220 S. Beverly Glen 12333 TeXaS Ave.

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Kitchenette, stove, fridge, tv, cable, internet access, beautiful garden, prkg., more. $1,200 Utilities Incld.

310/666-8303

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APARTMENTS *BEVERLY HILLS* 8725 Clifton Way Newly Remodeled

elevator, prkg., pool.

B E V E R LY H I L L S

dishwasher intercom entry, elevator, on-site

Character & Charm ! heated pool, intercom laundry, parking.

Alcove fireplace, fridge, intercom-entry, on-site entry, on-sight lndry., prkg.

310/841-2367 laundry, parking. laundry facility, gated Close to Everything.

3 BEDROOM, 3 BATH 310/207-1869 parking, intercom 424/202-7286 BEVERLY HILLS Split level apartment with entry and more.

412 N. OAKHURST DR. BRENTWOOD • 310/552-8064 • 11730 SUNSET BLVD. ≈ WEST ≈ ~ Luxury Large ~ 2 garage parking spots, Rooftop jacuzzi with • Jr. Executive L O S A N G E L E S 1 Bd.+Den+11/2 Ba. new applainces, dishpanoramic city views. ~ Newly Updated ~ • • • • • • • 11305 Graham Pl. washer. Close to Cedar.

Upper front. All appl’s.

1 B d r m .

1 B a t h + • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath By appointment only.

In The HEART of incld. washer/dryer, Intercom entry, a/c, Rooftop pool, BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE deck, gym, central air, dishwasher, on-sight wet bar, central air, walk323/244-9470 170 N. Crescent Dr. elevator, intercom entry, laundry & parking. in closet, 2-prkg. No pets.

2 Bdrm.+11/2 Bath on-sight laundry, parking. C L O S E T O S C H O O L .

310/403-6812

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1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • Free WiFi Access • Large & Bright. ~ 310/476-3824 ~

310/477-8171

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Pool, a/c, balcony, BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE W E S T L . A . 125 N. Barrington Av. fridge, stove, laundry •• •• •• •• 1433 Armacost Ave. •• N EWLY R EMODELED rm., prkg., intercom L O S A N G E L E S 401 S. HOOVER St. 1 B d r m .

• 1 B drm. entry, elevator. + 1 Bath + 1 B ath • CLOSE TO SHOPS * * * * * * * * B RIGHT & S PACIOUS .

Upscale, Bright, & R ESTAURANTS . • 1 B d r m +1 Bath Dishwasher, Gorgeous & Spacious.

310/385-9169 • Single controlled access With Pool, balcony, on-sight laundry, prkg. * * * * * * * * central air, fireplace, • WESTWOOD • Control access, 310/363-3766 stove, elevator, 10933 Rochester Ave. POOL, L O S E T O A L L C intercom entry, prkg.

2 B d r m . + 2 B a t h dishwasher, elevator, S H O P P I N G A R E A S • 310/476-2181 • on-site laundry Jr . Executive Close to shopping. and parking.

Spacious, balcony, SANTA MONICA 213/385-4751 a/c, fireplace, pool, • CONDO • WEST L.A. controlled access, BRENTWOOD 1222 Princeton St. 1342 Centinela Ave. laundry fac., parking.

- 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath Close To U.C.L.A. 11666 Goshen Ave. • 2 Bedroom (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) • Bright Unit • • 1 Bath 310/473-5061 With patio, on-site DISHWASHER, POOL, •••••• S i n g l e CONTROLLED ACCESS, laundry, On-site Border of (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) parking.

Close to ON - SIGHT LAUNDRY B E V E R L Y H I L L S Central air/heat, transportation.

AND PARKING .

321 S. Sherbourne Dr. fireplace, patio,

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310/980-3384

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• 424/744-6342 •

1 B drm. + 1 B ath Front unit.

Balcony, stove, fridge, dishwasher, on-sight laundry, parking.

C LOSE T O S HOPS & R ESTAURANTS .

310/363-3766

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1380 Midvale Ave.

• • • • • • • • • 1• Bd.+2 Ba. ••• • • ••• • •• Pool, elevator, controlled access, onsight laundry, parking.

Close to U.C.L.A.

310/473-1509

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Ohio Ave.

• Bachelor • • ••• ••• • Single • 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath • •1 Bd. + 1 Ba.• • • •

• B R E N T W O O D • 1675 Colby Ave. TOWNHOUSE * * * ***

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WILSHIRE CORRIDOR

• Close to Beach • • 310/247-8689 • 310/394-7132 Close to Cedars-Sinai, 10530-10540 Beverly Center & Wilshire Bl. W E S T W O O D Trendy Robertson Bl. • 2 Bdrm.+1 Bath • 1409 Midvale Ave.

• • Single • • • • • * * * * * * * * • • •• 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Pool, sauna, fridge, 120 Granville Ave.

• • S I N G L E • • 2 Bdrm. +2 Bath • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • • • • • • • ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ Large, Sunny & Bright.

Balcony, stove, Patio, dishwasher, • • Lots of • • dishwasher,

S i n g l e O c c u p a n c y . ** 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. ** 310/859-1820 * 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. * • • Spacious • • controlled access, * Large fireplace, * • Jr. Executive • * • • pool, elevator, parking, BEVERLY HILLS Adj. * Controlled access, balcony, dishwasher, laundry facility.

Near Cedars-Sinai air conditioning, stove, 310/312-9871 intercom entry,

Newly Furnished Single Guesthouse

BEVERLY HILLS

2 Bd.+11/2 Ba. Spacious & Bright.

Bright, controlled access, A/C, balcony, Hardwood floors, balcony, pool, elevator, dishwasher, stove, wet bar, fireplace, laundry fac., prkg. wet bar, intercom entry, dishwasher, Close To U.C.L.A. on-sight laundry, prkg. parking, 310/477-6856 310/477-0072 f laundry facility,

————–––– —————–––– — • • • • • • • • • • • 1769-1775 Sycamore Av. ∞ ∞ ∞ 310/207-1965 BEVERLY HILLS ∞Luxury ∞ Living ∞ ∞ ~ WESTWOOD ~ 2 Bd.+1 Ba. — — — — — – – – – • B a c h e l o r 218 S. Tower Dr. • • 10992 Ashton Ave. Single with valet, • • • S i n g l e • • • • • • • • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • lush garden • • S i n g l e Controlled access, • • • Single • L O W M O V E I N ! surrounding pool, • • • • • • laundry facility.

Balcony, intercom • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • A/C, pool, intercom entry, laundry facility, elevator, parking.

Close to U.C.L.A.

gym, elevator, etc.

Dishwasher, 323/851-3790 central air, balcony.

Close to Everything. Call: 310/470-4474 Utilities Included.

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B E V E R L Y H I L L S BEVERLY HILLS 443 S. Oakhurst Dr. • • • • • • —————–––– 1 B d . + 1 B a . • 1• Bd. Ba. • • BRENTWOOD • = = = = = = = • 2 Bd. ++ 1 2 Ba. • 922 S. Barrington Av. B R I G H T & S P A C I O U S • GORGEOUS UNITS

“The Mission ” • Westwood •

entry, elevator, onsight laundry, prkg.

Close to UCLA & Westwood Village .

Old World Charm !

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

CLOSE

TO RESTAURANTS

310/479-8977 L.A.’S FINEST, MOST & SHOPPING .

• 1 Bdrm.+ LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL 310/531-3992 * * * * * * Den+2 Bath • • WESTWOOD • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. Lrg. unit. Balcony, • • • • • 1422-1428 Kelton Av. • WESTWOOD • 6-Month Lease Avail.

Walk-in closet, Spacious 672 Kelton Ave. * * * * * * BEVERLY HILLS 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • intercom entry, laundry • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • Central air, large Every Extra Luxury: X-St. Strathmore LIVING. 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • balcony, pool, elevator, custom cabinets, granite Fireplace, balcony, facility, elevator, prkg.

• 2 Bdrm. +1 Bath • Balcony, dishwasher, countertops, stone entry, Hardwood floors, on-site laundry, • CHARMING & BRIGHT • wet bar, dishwasher, • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • pool, health club, spa. elevator, intercom intercom entry. dishwasher, controlled Close to Cedars, laundry facility, • C l o s e t o U C L A • Controlled access, entry, on-site 320 N. La Peer Dr. access, on-site 1350 S. Midvale Ave. restaurants, shopping elevator, parking. parking, laundry facility. laundry, parking.

• 310/246-0290 • laundry & parking.

L.A., 90024 & transportation.

Close to U.C.L.A. CLOSE TO SHOPS+DINING. P LEASE C ALL : C o n t a c t M g r. : CLOSE TO C LOSE TO U.C.L.A. • 310/864-0319 • • 310/246-3889 • 310/208-3085 310/435-3693 SHOPS & DINING 818/669-1990 310/864-0319 310/478-8616

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LUXURIOUS APT. BEVERLY HILLS **BORDERLINE** 336 S. Rexford Dr. BEVERLY HILLS • 2 Bdrm.+1 Bath • SOUTH REXFORD DR.

EXTRA LARGE Two bedrooms, two baths in newer 2001 built modern, architectural building, with panoramic city & ocean view, close to Beverly Hills, W&D inside the unit, controlled access,new hardwood floor.

Dual entrances, 8410 Sunset Blvd & 8455 De Longpre

Please call 310-315-9622 or 310-729-2986 for showing. Priced at $4,500/Month

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NORTH OF B E V E R L Y H I L L S A D J BURTON WAY 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH 1 Blk. East of Doheny 1 BEDROOM

Deluxe Spacious

Clean, bright, nice Upper Duplex size apartments.

With large view private Swimming pool, balcony, overlooking a laundry facilty and beautiful garden with a gated garage.

Call 310/276-9871 soothing fountain, formal dining room, lots of storage, cuboards & Prime Beverly Hills built-in closets,central HUGE 1,700+ Sq Ft air, hardwood floors, fireplace and appliances.

Great location, quiet street.

New Wood Floors.

New Granite Kitchen w/ Must see to appreciate.

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2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Updated kitchen & new bathroom with jacuzzi.

Hardwood floors, walk-in closets, washer dryer in unit, parking.

Will consider small pets

FABULOUS LOCATION Across from BHHS Spacious 3bd.+2ba.

Upper in Four-plex Completely refurbished, New carpets & hardwood floors, 1,800 sq. ft., amenities include all NEW appliances.

Ready for Move-In! $3,500/MO. 310/474-8341

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Valet and Guest B E V E R L Y H I L L S Parking. Huge Heated C e d a r s S i n a i A r e a Pool, Security Staff, Upper Duplex Doorman & HouseHuge 3 Bd. + 2 Ba. man, Switchboard New blinds, Central Tennis, Fitness Center air, patio, fridge, stove, Business Center

dishwasher, washer/ dryer in unit, 2-car garage. No pets. $3,000/Month

323/653-4379

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BEVERLY HILLS

321 S. REEVES DR. 310/390-2499 Spacious 2 Bedroom B.H. SCHOOL DISTRICT.

1 full Bathroom —————–––– with Formal dining, wood

NEW LISTINGS EVERYDAY

Call for latest properties

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJ f l o o r s . c o m p l e t e l y ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH renovated, brand new 1 BED/DEN/2 BATHS kitchen with stove and $3,150/MO Deluxe Spacious dishwasher, high ceilfully furnished, renovated, Upper Duplex ings, laundry hook-ups unobstructed city and ocean views, 2 large balconies, plush double enrty.

Near With large view private carpet floors, etc. balcony, overlooking a Beverly Hills Schools. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ beautiful garden with a Call$2,500/MO. 2 BED/DEN/2 BATHS 310/991-2016 $3,650/MO soothing fountain, formal Fully Furnished.

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Page 30 | May 25, 2012 Publisher Clifton S. Smith, Jr ******* Associate Publisher Marcia W. Hobbs Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Steve Simmons

Rabbi Jacob Pressman Rabbi Jack is taking the week off and returns June 1.

******* Founding Publisher March Schwartz (Publisher 1965 - 2004)

From the Publisher CLIF SMITH THIS IS WHY BEVERLY HILLS IS AN INDEPENDENT CITY Beverly Hills is approaching its official 100th birthday. As we prepare to celebrate the centennial of our wonderful City, it is instructive to remember why we have one. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s decision yesterday to tunnel underneath Beverly Hills High School is a really good example of why we have an independent City.

Ten decades ago, this area was mainly farmland. Land developers who wanted to sell lots built The Beverly Hills Hotel to help sell the lots. This was standard practice in many areas of Southern California including the Pasadena area with its Huntington Hotel. That area also boasted an even larger hotel, the Raymond, but it burned down.

Both were used to sell housing lots. Like in Beverly Hills, the plan worked.

As the lots sold, our local residents grew concerned about a land grab by Los Angeles. The era saw huge tracts of land annexed by Los Angeles including the entire San Fernando Valley. To defend their land and community, Beverly Hills residents incorporated the City of Beverly Hills.

That meant we would have our own City that could control its land use, construction, use of its water, its own police force and fire department. Today, we see the validity of this judgment. Next door, Los Angeles is a mess and it’s not going to get better.

Why should Beverly Hills’ ex-farmland turn out any better as a city than one built on exactly the same dirt right next door?

Answer: good or bad civic judgment controlling government.

We became our own government and we governed our City for prosperity and preservation of community.

Los Angeles at one time acted the same way, then it went off the tracks. It’s still off the tracks.

Without radical change, it’s never getting back on the track.It should be the financial and political capital of the entire Pacific Rim. Instead, it’s nothing more than a loose collection of pothole-filled bankrupt zip codes lacking middle class jobs, good schools and business cursed with high taxes and poor community services. Thirty years ago, Los Angeles boasted dozens of corporate headquarters, reasonable taxes, clean streets, good parks and a solvent city government. Now look at it. It’s a political backwater. No one in the entire country cares what happens in or to Los Angeles.

Beverly Hills is the opposite. Despite our relatively tiny population, we are a worldwide brand.

Like our Rose Float proclaimed two years ago, we are the “City of Dreams Come True.”

Did the wealth of Beverly Hills residents create our great community, or did the fact of independence and direct control of local government attract the most successful and most ambitious? Chicken or egg. We don’t care and it doesn’t matter. You just have to look at our City’s streets – fully paved, clean, well-maintained – and compare them to Los Angeles whether on Whitworth or Robertson or elsewhere that Beverly Hills shares a street with Los Angeles. You can tell immediately which side belongs to which city.

This independence is what made today’s Beverly Hills possible. The founders of Beverly Hills saw this coming. They saw overtaxation, overstaffing of City government, overregulation coming and they acted to stop it by separating ourselves from Los Angeles. (We doubt they saw what a mess Los Angeles would become, but they knew Beverly Hills would be better off on its own.)

The political clout of Los Angeles could not damage Beverly Hills then because we broke away before they broke us. Yesterday’s Metro board action showed what can happen when the giant political body steps on someone or some place.

Beverly Hills got stepped on yesterday.

Metro’s board, with the inspiring exceptions of Fifth District Supervisor Mike Antonovich and member John Fasano from little Duarte, tried to crush us.

They voted to dig a tunnel through the methanefilled dirt underneath Beverly Hills to get to a proposed station dug in the midst of even more methane.

If they get their way, our only high school will be jeopardized and our kids and teachers placed in danger. Is this the revenge of L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and would-be mayor Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky for the fact that we are living better than Los Angeles? Or is it just the result of political contribution dollars? That, too, doesn’t matter.

What will matter is that our independent government bodies, the Board of Education and (we hope) the City Council, will use their powers and resources. We know the Board of Education is stalwart and will not bend to the thuggery of Yaroslavsky and Villaraigosa and their servants. We know that Vice Mayor John Mirisch and Councilmember Lili Bosse will not bend. Right now, it looks like Mayor Willie Brien and Councilmember Julian Gold are on the team. Only pro-Metro Councilmember Barry Brucker remains a question mark. He did everything he could as mayor to sabotage, undermine and weaken the case for defending Beverly Hills High School. In the coming weeks, The Courier will report more of his behind-the-scenes activities against the interests of Beverly Hills. Until recently, Brien and Gold backed him up.

John F. Kennedy before he ran for president wrote a book, Profiles In Courage. Whether he wrote it himself or his father, Joe Kennedy, paid a ghost writer for it, the book is still worth reading.

“Courage” remains a rare commodity. The Courier must commend School Board Member Lisa Korbatov for her testimony before the Metro board yesterday. She warned them. She told them what’s coming – and it’s not the subway. Beverly Hills offered every kind of alternative and concession imaginable to get this subway built. Yaroslavsky and Villaraigosa in particular were insulting and demeaning to another elected official – Korbatov.

Lisa fired back and promised a fight. With Korbatov, Board President Brian Goldberg and fellow members Jake Manaster, Lewis Hall and Noah Margo standing firm, and with our City Council (for now) standing firm, we’ll see who gets what.

The next step is up to the City Council. They have been asked to “green light” dozens of Metro permits to bore holes and test throughout Beverly Hills. No tests/no tunnel. The Courier urges them to “study” the request . . . and study it and study it and study it. Let’s make sure that the public safety is fully protected, that the environmental issues are properly dealt with, that traffic and congestion and rights of way are addressed. We believe there are multiple interests affected by Metro’s requests.

All are entitled to consideration. We hope the Beverly Hills City Council gives Metro all the due consideration of their requests that Metro has given us. We certainly see no reason why Metro’s requests should be answered any quicker than the efforts of Jim Falk Lexus to get the OK to build it’s new facility. After all, Falk Lexus only affects one City business block. Metro’s efforts run the length of the City. If Metro is treated any better than one of our long-standing solid Beverly Hills businesses, The Courier will want to know why.

It is up to our two local governing bodies to defend our City and school district. The ability to mount that defense is the direct result of the foresight of the City’s founders 100 years ago.

Now we’ll see if our City Council has the same foresight and good judgment of our founders.

TEXT THE FACTS AND VOTE TUESDAY, JUNE 5 Cartoon for The Courier by Janet Salter

The Courier Endorses Sanjay Kumar For Los Angeles County Superior Court: Office No. 10: Judge Sanjay Kumar is endorsed by District Attorney Steve Cooley, Sheriff Lee Baca and dozens of sitting judges and justices of the Court of Appeals. He is rated “well qualified” by the Los Angeles County Bar Association. His opponent, Deputy Hawthorne City Attorney Kim Smith, a perennial candidate for an elected judgeship, has not one single endorsement of note. The Los Angeles legal newspaper, the authoritative Metropolitan News, said of his opponent that Kim Smith is “Lacking judicial temperament, succinctness, reasonableness and objectivity, he would be a disaster as a judicial officer.” Kumar, a former deputy California Attorney General, was appointed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and has served on the bench for over 7 years.

LETTERS The following letter on the significance of Memorial Day was written by the late George Vreeland Hill, Sr. and submitted by his son.

On Monday, we celebrate Memorial Day, formerly known as Decoration Day. To my mind, this is not a day of celebration, but of solemn remembrances of those who made the supreme sacrifice in the name of freedom.

It seems to me that Memorial Day has lost much of it's meaning while we talk about department store shopping sprees, visits to the mall, and outdoor picnics, all of course fitting and proper for any Saturday afternoon day of fun, but not for Memorial Day. Memorial Day is one to hang out our flag, and hear speeches honoring our brave soldiers from all wars from Valley Forge to Gettysburg to D-Day and Corregidor, and to the present day conflict in the Middle East.

True Americans have always answered the call of duty, and as they say “we fight for mom, the flag, and apple pie, in other words, for freedom and a way of life we all cherish and love.”

I think of the brave airmen who flew the war torn skies over Europe in their Super Fortresses, risking all to keep America free, many of them never returning, some under crosses in far away lands.

If these and other brave men and women who fought could speak from their graves, they might say to us today: “Enjoy the day, but please remember us, after all, it truly is our day.”

George V. Hill, Sr. (Per George Vreeland Hill) ****** While I don’t always agree with Publisher Clif Smith, he is right on the button in regards to Los Angeles trying to force a subway under Beverly High.

I am a native Angeleno born in 1916 in an East L.A. hospital which has now become Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

The L. A. money grubbers forget the many horrendous earthquakes which have occurred here.

On March 6, 1933 at 5:30 p.m., it was the Long Beach earthquake.

Long Beach City College was completely destroyed and had it happened earlier in the day, thousands of young people and employees could have been killed.

Beautiful Los Angeles High School was damaged and closed for several weeks.

What right does the L.A. mayor have to put us in danger? Why do we need a subway at all and who will use it in this area? I remember those red cars which went from downtown to Ocean Park with the Beverly Hills stop being at the Will Rogers’ post office.

Eventually, we had a crooked L. A. mayor who was paid off to eliminate the red cars and put in busses. Do we need a repeat?

I am 96 and not afraid to speak out. I’ve been a resident here for almost 50 years and my travel agency was at The Beverly Wilshire, owned at the time by Hernando Courtright and managed by George White–two men who really cared about our City and its citizens. Our City Council should go to our representatives in Washington, D.C. to fight this dangerous travesty.

Sylvia Mnuchen

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