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Metro To Feds: Always, Only Constellation, Not Santa Monica By Marla Schevker The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority never considered a station on Santa Monica Boulevard despite public statements to the contrary. Metro was apparently caught in a lie when documents Metro filed with the Federal Transit Administration years ago were discovered with data only for a Constellation Boulevard location

El Rodeo Students Hold Bake Sale Fundraiser for Tourettes Syndrome. 4

Four Boy Scouts from Beverly Hills Troop 110 became Eagle Scouts on Sunday. 4

Beverly Hills resident Elly Newton honored during Older American Month. 5

BHHS Grad accepted into prestigious NYU dance program. 23 •Birthdays

George Christy, Page 6 John O’Hurley, Neil Sedaka, Norm Crosby and Lainie Kazan rocked the Beverly Hilton Ballroom during the 59th annual Share show that’s raised $49 million over the years for children. Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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Announcements Real Estate Rentals Sales and More

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City Council Bows To Metro BACKDRAFT BALL— More than 650 guests, residents and VIPs attended Sunday night’s 20th annual Backdraft Ball in The Beverly Hilton honoring the brave and committed firefighters of Beverly Hills. The annual event is the main source of fundraising for the Post-Retirement Medical Benefit Trust Fund which provides medical insurance to firefighters and their families post retirement. Pictured above, Fire Chief Tim Scranton and “Firefighter of the Year” winner Glenn Pinson. Photo by Roger Reiner

City Council Mulls Raise For Kolin AYSO U10 Boys Extra Team brings home Orange County Classic title. 5

for its Century City station. That document, a “risk assessment report dated Aug. 24, 2010,” pre-dates the draft environmental impact report and all seismic research conducted by Metro. Metro has claimed for years that it fully considered the Santa Monica Boulevard location as the “locally fa-

By Marla Schevker Despite freezes on rank-andfile city workers, the Beverly Hills City Council last night tried to give City Manager Jeff Kolin a 2 percent cost-of-living pay hike without debate or discussion. The item, showing up only on last night’s consent calendar, gives Kolin an increase of $5,610 to his $280,499 annual salary. The raise also increases his pension payout. Reform Vice Mayor John Mirisch told The Courier he would pull the item off the consent calendar and force a debate on it. Mirisch said, “We’re faced with tremendous economic chal-

lenges and leadership needs to show their willingness to make sacrifices and change the system.” Under his employment agreement with City, Kolin's salary is reviewed annually. The increase, however, is not required under the agreement. The discussion of Kolin’s raise fell on the same night as the City Council’s discussion about the City budget. In the proposed 2012/13 budget, the police department will be taking a $253,300 cut and the police administration a $23,600 cut.

The Beverly Hills City Council refused to go the extra mile yesterday to stand up for Beverly Hills High School against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The City Council refused to write a resolution dictating, in no uncertain terms, that Beverly Hills’ support for the Westside Subway Extension is

predicated on the alignment not going underneath Beverly Hills High School. Vice Mayor John Mirisch requested the City Council write a new resolution in light of the Metro Board of Directors approving the Constellation Boulevard station location and tunnel underneath (see ‘RESOLUTION’ page 22)

(see ‘KOLIN,’ page 23)

“A LIFE OF EXCESS,” asseses Larry Thompson, the producer of Liz And Dick, the Lifetime original movie about Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, who hated to be called Liz and Dick. “Their’s was an excess of alcohol, food, yachts, planes, drama and love.” Lindsay Lohan (left) stars as Elizabeth and Grant Bowler plays Richard Burton during this local 20-day shoot. Larry has produced films about Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and finds Elizabeth and Richard’s relationship to be a forerunner of today’s Brangelina (Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt). More photos in George Christy’s column on page 6. Be sure to check out George Christy’s Pick of the Week on page 13. Photo by Lifetime TV

QUEST AWARDS — Pictured (from left): Frank Brown and Zak Zukoski were named “Male Co-Athletes of the Year” Tuesday night at the QUEST Awards. Courier Photo by Matt Lopez

Beverly Hills High Celebrates Top Athletes At QUEST Awards By Matt Lopez Beverly Hills High School’s top athletes were honored Tuesday night at the 2012 QUEST Awards in the school auditorium.

Fresh off a trip to the CIF State Championships, track star Brianna Simmons took home honors for Female Athlete of the Year and also won (see ‘QUEST AWARDS,’ page 23)

Assembly Race To Heat Up, Cigarette Tax Stomped Out By Laura Coleman California’s first top-two primary since voters passed Prop 14 in 2010 primed incumbent Assemblywoman Betsy Butler (D) for a heated race against Santa Monica

Mayor Richard Bloom (D) in the Nov. 6 runoff election for the Westside’s Assembly District 50. Butler nabbed 25.9 percent of the vote and Bloom received 25.6 per(see ‘ELECTION RESULTS,’ page 23)

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Council of the City of Beverly Hills, at its regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2012, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon after as the matter is heard, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, will hold a public hearing to consider: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS REQUIRING CONVENIENCE STORES TO OBTAIN A CONVENIENCE STORE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND AMENDING THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE The proposed Ordinance would prohibit establishment of new convenience stores in commercial zones as defined in the Ordinance, unless the City is able to make specific findings to assure the use would not affect the surrounding neighborhoods in a negative manner. The Planning Commission considered this item during a public hearing on April 12, 2012 and adopted resolution 1637 recommending adoption by the City Council. This Ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the adoption and implementation of the Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment. The Ordinance does not authorize construction and, in fact, imposes greater restrictions on certain types of development in order to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. This Ordinance is therefore exempt from the environmental review requirements of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b) (3) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. All interested persons are invited to attend and speak on this matter. Written comments may be submitted, c/o Planning Services, 455 N. Rexford Drive, 1st Floor, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 and should be received prior to 5:00 p.m. on June 12, 2012 to be included with the City Council’s agenda packet. Written materials may be submitted during the public hearing. Please note that if you challenge the City’s action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at a public hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the end of the public comment period. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Peter Noonan, AICP CEP, Associate Planner, Community Development Department, Planning, at 310.285.1127 or pnoonan@beverlyhills.org. The case file, including a copy of the proposed ordinance, is available for review in the Community Development Department/Planning Services Section, 1st Floor, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California. BYRON POPE, CMC, City Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Beverly Hills, at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, June 19, 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: An ordinance of the City of Beverly Hills creating the Commercial Planned Development Gateway Overlay Zone (C-PD-G) that could be applied to three parcels of former railroad right-of-way property located at 9900 Santa Monica Boulevard, 9848 Wilshire Boulevard and 9817 Wilshire Boulevard currently zoned Transportation (T-1) and all immediately adjacent parcels currently zoned Commercial (C-3) and a General Plan amendment to allow commercial and mixed uses and revise allowable building heights for future developments of these parcels. Development under the proposed overlay zone would be consistent with the objectives and development standards established by the proposed overlay zone. The properties, which together total approximately 4.6 acres in size, are located along Santa Monica Boulevard, between the north roadway of Santa Monica Boulevard and the parcels fronting onto the south roadway of Santa Monica Boulevard, on either side of the intersection of Santa Monica and Wilshire Boulevards. This project has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City and an Environmental Impact Report have been prepared. A Final Environmental Impact Report including the Draft Environmental Impact Report and Comments and Responses has been prepared for the Gateway project. Updated technical studies have also been prepared to document any changes in impacts associated with the proposed Overlay zone for the three parcels at 9900 Santa Monica Boulevard, 9844 Wilshire Boulevard and 9817 Wilshire Boulevard and the immediately adjacent commercially zoned properties. The Planning Commission held several hearings on this project and has recommended certification of the Final EIR and adoption of a mitigation monitoring and reporting program, adoption of the General Plan Amendment; adoption of the proposed Overlay Zone; and adoption of a statement of overriding considerations finding that the benefits of the project outweigh any adverse environmental impacts. Copies of all relevant material, including the project specifications, the environmental initial study and all documents referenced in the EIR are available for review in the offices of the Community Development Department of the City of Beverly Hills. At the public hearing, the City Council will hear and consider all comments, and may introduce the ordinance. All interested persons are invited to attend and speak on this matter. Written comments may also be submitted and should be addressed to the City Council, c/o City Clerk, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The comments should be received prior to the hearing date. Please note that if you challenge the Council’s action in regards to this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Jonathan Lait, City Planner in the Community Development Department, Planning Division at 310.285.1118 or by email at jlait@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the applications and all environmental documents are on file in the Planning Division, and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 N. Rexford Drive, Suite 100, Beverly Hills, CA. 90210. BYRON POPE, CMC, City Clerk

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Philanthropist Audrey L. Wilder Dies At Age 89 Oscar-winning movie, The Lost

BAKE SALE—El Rodeo fifth and sixth graders held a bake sale on campus to raise funds for Tourettes Syndrome Awareness Week. The students have raised about $1,000 for the Tourettes Awareness Association, according to El Rodeo teacher Paige Lucas. Pictured (from left): Jenna Newman, Daniel Khalili, Sophie Pollack, Audrey Labib, Otto Beenhower, Lexi Shaheri, Mrs. Paige Lucas, Jordan Kramer, Ellen Kwon, Lauren Stein, Isaiah Beenhower and Jack Yunker (not pictured: Ryan Javidzad and Emma Sirota).

By John L. Seitz Philanthropist Audrey L. Wilder, wife of legendary movie writer/director Billy Wilder (Sunset Boulevard, Double Indemnity, Some Like It Hot, etc.), died May 31 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center after a long illness, according to her longtime friend Jolene Brand Schlatter. She was 89. Born in Los Angeles on Oct. 30, 1922, Audrey Young was a singer with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and was under contract with Paramount Pictures when she met her husband in 1944 on the set of his

Weekend. The couple eventually married in 1949 and were together until his death in 2002. The following year she donated $5 million to the UCLA Hammer Museum and the UCLA Film and Television Archive which subsequently named The Billy Wilder Theatre at the Westwood museum in his honor. She also established the Billy and Audrey L. Wilder Foundation as the basis for their many charitable contributions. Audrey Wilder was interred yesterday at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park adjacent to her husband.

Beverly Hills Experts Ready To Discuss Metro By Marla Schevker The Municipal League of Beverly Hills, in conjunction with the PTA Council, will be hosting presentation of the Beverly Hills Unified School District legal and engineering experts to discuss the Westside Subway Extension and tunnel

underneath Beverly Hills High School on June 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Beverly Hills Women’s Club. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors approved the last two phases of the Westside Subway Extension, including a station

at Constellation Boulevard and Avenue of the Stars and a tunnel underneath Beverly Hills High School during its May meeting. Calling the event “An Update On Metro,” the Municipal (see ‘MUNI LEAGUE,’ page 10)

BHHS Band To Hold Fundraiser For London Trip By Matt Lopez Two months ago, the Beverly Hills High School Marching Band received the honor of an invitation to participate in the prestigious 27th New Year’s Day Parade/Festival in London

in January 2013. Now, the band needs a little help making the trip a reality. On June 14, the band will hold a special fundraising event on campus next to the

swim gym to help fund the cost of the trip. The event will run from 4 to 7 p.m. and will include food trucks and a performance from the band. The band hopes to ship (see ‘BHHS BAND,’ page 10)

REALTORS IN D.C.—13,800 Realtors from across the country attended a week long convention visiting area representatives in their offices on Capitol Hill discussing protecting home owners Property Rights. Realtors attending from the Beverly Hills Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors, pictured (from left): Martin Geimer, presidentelect 2013; Steven Manavi, John Winther, Irma Vargas, Rosanne Howard, Richard Rosenthal, Robin Greenberg, Mary Piccione, Crystal DaCosta, Chris King, and 2012 PresidentGreg Pawlik. UNBEATEN PIRATES—The Little League team, the Pirates, won the Majors championship Tuesday at La Cienega South ballpark. Team members include, front row: Aiden Schwartz; second row (from left): Will Janney, Yacov Broidy, Eytan Kent, Zach Steinberg, Alex Rosen: back row (from left) Assistant Coach Rob Kelly, Daniel Kelly, Finn McLarnon, Sid Steinberg, Tyler Loitman, Victor Noval, Joseph Dahan, parent volunteer Allen Dahan and Manager Tom McLarnon. Not pictured: Assistant. Coach Howard Steinberg. Photo by Scott Schwartz

Pirates Clinch Little League Majors Championship The Little League Majors team the Pirates finished its undefeated season by winning the championship, 5-3, over the Cardinals Tuesday at La Cienega South ballpark. Manager Tom McLarnon

took the team through the season without a single loss, aided by assistant coaches Howard Steinberg and Rob Kelly and parent volunteer Allen Dahan. Pitching from Finn McLarnon and Victor Noval,

batting from Finn McLarnon and Sid Steinberg and baserunning and steals from Alex Rosen and Aiden Schwartz helped clinch the season. Next up for the team is the Tournament of Champions.

EAGLE SCOUTS— Four boy scouts from Beverly Hills Troop 110 officially climbed to the rank of Eagle Scout on Sunday in a ceremony at Camp Josepho in Santa Monica. Councilmember Barry Brucker swore in the boys with the Eagle Promise and presented certificates on behalf of the City to each scout. From left: Alexander Raske, Kyle Sultzer, Joshua Rosenberg and Benjamin Hannani.

Worker Death Prompts City To Act By Laura Coleman In the wake of a construction worker’s death last month at a Benedict Canyon home, the City is increasing efforts to educate residents about the importance of using a licensed contractor. On May 10, Baron DeJesus Lopez-Orozco, 23, was exca-

vating inside a 10-foot-deep, 22-inch-wide, 16-foot-long trench to install mastic and a French drain system when the walls collapsed on him, burying him inside. A licensed contractor was not overseeing the project and no permits had been pulled. (see ‘LICENSES,’ page 10)

Gehry Set To Grace City By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills could soon boast its own iconic Frank Gehry-designed building near the western entry into the City following the official submittal for an office project last month. Associate Planner Ryan

Gohlich said the proposed 14,000-square-foot, two-story owner-occupied office building at the corner of Charleville and (little) Santa Monica Boulevards is expected to go before the Planning Commission in (see ‘GEHRY,’ page 10)

DOTTI—Dotti, named for her pretty black markings, is just under a one-year old. She is a Bichion Frise mix that is already spayed and knows basic commands like “sit." She is very healthy and friendly with people and all breeds of dogs. Those interested in giving this lovely girl a home can contact Kira Lorsch at 4Dogs@RHLGroup.c om or visit FurBabyRescue.org.

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BEVERLY HILLS COURIER | JUNE 8, 2012 Page 5 NEVER TOO OLD TO PLAY—Beverly Hills resident Elly Newton (center) was honored at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion by the Los Angeles County Commission for Older Adults. This was the 47th annual awards program in honor of Older American Month. She is pictured here with her son, Reg Newton (left) and daughter, Yvonne Snyder-Kantar (night).

Cat-A-Pallooza Happening Father’s Day The Pet Care Foundation (AKA Pets 90210) will be sponsoring its second annual Cat-A-Pallooza June 16 and 17 at all six Los Angeles City Animal Shelters in an effort to promote cat adoptions. Last year, this event found homes for 147 cats and kittens. BARCA HILLS— Boys U10 Extra Team Barca Hills won the Orange County Spring Classic in early May. Front row (from left): Eden Lavian, Amit Sida, Jacob Ramer and Uriel Cohavy. Back row (from left): Nicholas Andrews, Oscar Logevall, Benji Baron, Jack Silvera and Josh Forman. Coaches: Offer Cohavy, Rafael Nahom.

Alex Rohani Wins 400m State Championship By Matt Lopez Alex Rohani capped off a magical season for Beverly Hills High School’s track and field team by capturing a CIF State Championship in the 400-meter run at last weekend’s CIF State Champi-

onships at Buchanan High in Clovis. Rohani ran a new school-record of 47.34 seconds, which topped his previous mark of 47.37, which ranked him as the fastest runner in California. (see ‘CHAMPION,’ page 16)

Pie Bake “Piesta” Coming On Sunday The Beverly Hills Farmers Market will host its annual Pie Bake A’la Beverly Hills and children’s “Piesta” from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday along the 9300 block of Civic Center Drive (with free parking available at 450 N. Rexford Dr.). Admission to the festivities is free

Rodeo Drive Activity Continues Uptick By Laura Coleman Rodeo Drive vacancy is poised to shrink even further this summer when a new tenant signs a lease for 474 N. Rodeo Dr. according to the property’s broker, Robert Cohen, president of Robert K. Futterman & Associates. “People have gone through the

worst,” he said. “Now, they’re reinvesting again.” Cohen said the property owner is now fielding five serious offers, including a cupcakery and two foreign retailers (one accessory, the other men’s (see ‘RODEO,’ page 16)

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY—The Beverly Hills High School’s Chapter of the National Art Honor Society officially opened the NAHS Gallery Monday evening. Pictured here are Superintendent: Gary Woods, Junior Matthew Hankin and art teachers Deb Joseph and Mike Federman. The gallery is located outside of the Peters Auditorium at the Heath entrance of the high school.

and the centerpiece of the event is a pie contest featuring pies that only use California-fruit. Cash prizes are given for best tasting and most “pieutiful” by a panel of distinguished and foodcelebrity judges. For information call 310-2856830.

Summer Concert, Movie Series Kicks Off The Canon Summer Concert series will be returning this summer with a cinematic twist. In addition to the Thursday night concerts in the Beverly Canon Gardens, the City of Beverly Hills will also sponsor Sunday evening outdoor movie nights. Thursday concerts, beginning at 6 p.m. and again at 7:15 p.m., will take

STUDENT SENATORS—Horace Mann student senators received an Achievement in Government award, which was presented by by BHUSD Board of Education President Dr. Brian Goldberg. Front row, (from left): Nicole Jafif, Marielle Rain Abella, Mae Cohen and Lara Davies. Second row (from left): Connor Thompson, Victory Fuchs, Marissa Kaniel, Ian Goldstein and Lucy Rosen. Third row (from left): Paris Rosen, Juliette Collet, Chantal Moawad, Oren Azad, Isabella Di Lucia, Daniel Simsolo, Caroline German, Iden Azad, Sam Bernstein, Ava Dillard, Gagan Mannur and Shani Darkins. Back row (from left): HM Teacher Sarah Kaber, Dr. Goldberg, and Horace Mann’s PTA President Howard Goldstein, Assistant Principal Dana Findley and teacher Rachel Pearce.

Cat-a-Pallooza will feature reduced adoption fees, decorations, goody bags for adopters, and sweets for shelter visitors. For more information www.pets90210.org or visit: www.laani malservices.com for shelter locations.

place weekly from June 14 through Sept. 13 and Sunday movies, starting at 8 p.m., will run from July 15 to Sept. 9. All concerts and movies are free of charge. Free parking is available, with a coupon from the concert, in the Beverly Canon Gardens parking structure. For more information, call 310-2856830.

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Neil Sedaka

Florence Henderson

Joanna Carson

Bob Mackie and Share’s Show V-P Ellen Felder

Corinna Fields

Norm Crosby, Mitzi Gaynor and Joni Berry

Share’s 59th Boomtown show at the Beverly Hilton Ballroom raised $700,000, reports president Debra Crouch.

“God played golf here!”

John George O’Hurley pointed to the photograph of the Pebble Beach Golf Club on the big screen during the 59th annual Boomtown Share show at The Beverly Hilton. Himself a golfer par excellence, John auctioned off the golf package for $7,000 to Stephen Taylor, the entrepreneur based in Los Angeles and in the Chicago area where he and his family manage major investments.

f ever in need for an emcee, John O’Hurley is as good as it gets. This time around, he rocked the crowd of 800. His quick Irish wit, informative repertoire and manup personality had our Share ladies remembering that John’s followed in the hallowed Boomtown footsteps of emcees Johnny Carson, Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra. A favorite on Dancing With The Stars, Family Feud and Seinfeld, John’s appeared in other shows too numerous to mention, including hosting the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving Day since 2002.

To his credit, John’s pacing

of the evening had folks out the door of The Beverly Hilton by 10 p.m. In previous years, our overly generous Share ladies programmed a wealth of acts, but thanks to show v-p Ellen Felder and producer Gary Smith, we were spared those longeurs. Ellen is Maxine (Mrs. Gary) Smith’s sibling. And hats off to dinner party v-p Lynn Brody Slome for a grand evening with good food. Lynn’s the beautiful rabbi and our favorite dance partner at Corinna Fields’ midsummer white parties.

ichael Jackson’s music themed the show, with Share’s long-legged hooferettes high-stepping those tricky turns to Michael’s Wanna Be Starting Something. Page 6 | June 8, 2012

Following the Share singers a n d Emcee John O’Hurley with wife Lisa dancers, L a i n i e Kazan crooned sultry ballads like Come Rain Or Come Shine, and Norm Crosby was never funnier, with one hilarious punch line after another (Joel Briskin was on the floor). Share’s piece de resistance was the much-loved Neil Sedaka playing at the concert grand piano while belting out his infamous tunes that prompted singalongs. Calendar Girl, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, Laughter In The Rain (co-written with Elton John). Neil’s written more than l,000 songs.

Over its 59 years, Share’s

amassed $49 million (!) to help developmentally disabled, abused and neglected children. This week’s Boomtown netted $700,000. “Yes, we’ve done a great deal to improve children’s lives,” says Mandie Rush, Share’s Chairman of the Board, “but more must be done.”

A cadre of industry wives

launched Share in 1953 with the desire to give back to the community. These founding visionaries of Share Happily and Reap Endlessly included Paula Blythe, Marge Chandler, Gloria Franks, Sheila MacRae, Jeanne Martin, Miriam Nelson Meyers, Joy Orr.

s in previous years, we were invited by Share’s Joanna Carson, and joined by construction tycoon Herman Chanen, who flew in from Arizona on his newly acquired private plane that he’s understandably excited about (Herman never misses supporting a Share event). In May, Herman was among the 100 Ellis Island Medal of Honor honorees that included Brooke Shields; Carol

Dolores Nemiro

Lainie Kazan

Baldwin, mother of Baldwin brothers Alec, Stephen and William; boxing legend Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini. Other recipients have included six presidents, Nobelists, leaders of industry, artists and athletes. In the shadow of the Statue of Liberty, millions of immigrants passed through Ellis Island with dreams of a new world.

lso at Joanna’s table were philanthropist Louise Danelian; Joel Briskin who knows more inside stuff about our town (some of it unpublishable); Nanette Francini Urie and James Urie; Carl Hall;, the youthful Ellis Kitsemble and Bodie Gilmore, staffers with Stephen Taylor’s financial empire who were blown away by the entertainment. As is her custom, Joni Berry hosted six tables, and picked up the tab for the sparkle-plenty costumes and who knows what else from this dynamo contributor, grateful to her family’s foundation for providing the wherewithal.

he Beach Boys sold out the Universal Amphitheatre harmonizing on their immortal tunes about surfing and California girls. On that same day our BHC publisher Clif Smith and wife Candace celebrated their California Girl, Dorothy Kathryn Smith, whose commencement from Pasadena’s college preparatory Maranatha High School took place that morning. (Maranatha’s considered “the best private school in the San Gabriel Valley.”) Dorothy Kathryn chose an ivory silk Badgley Mischka fairytale dress for her graduation ceremony -she’ll be majoring in English at Azusa Pacific University and minor in theater. (Go Cougars!)

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he Smiths hosted their intimate après-graduation luncheon on the Belvedere Patio at the Peninsula Hotel for family and friends. Included were daughter Mary Evelyn, preparing for a career as a physician’s assistant at USC, and son Clifton Smith, who’s in finance. Also, Clif’s brother Harold, an insurance executive living in Malibu, and wife Jill, who recommend the cozy Giovanni’s on Pacific Coast Highway for its delicious and down-to-earth Italian menu (they’re also longtime fans of Malibu's Taverna Tony).

uncheon offered Scottish Loch Duart Salmon (superb!) or grilled free range chicken breast with chicken oysters, and the chef’s addictive zucchini bread that you want to take home to Mother. Conversation appeared irresistible among our Beverly Hills power players: philanthropist Paula Kent Meehan,

whose Rose Bowl Float will be a tribute to our canine kingdom (think Rin Tin Tin and Uggie); BHC’s Marcia Hobbs and John Seitz; Lonnie and Jimmy Delshad; Lisa and Iggy Korbatov; the Peninsula’s general manager Offer Nissenbaum and wife Bonnie; Nancy Krasne with husband Jim whose handsome necktie from Australia was admired.

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e drove to the Arclight to see Snow White And The Huntsman last night,” sighed Nancy Krasne. “Okay, we enjoyed it, but what depresses me about these violent films is that you want the lovers to make a little love before they’re knocked off.”

eanwhile, Wolfgang Puck’s announced the closing of Spago on July 9, the day after his birthday, for a total redesign by Waldo Fernandez with a sliding patio roof and fireplaces. “Life is change,” reflects the indefatigable culinary emperor Wolfgang, who pioneered the open kitchen with his designer pizzas and California Cuisine when he launched Spago in 1982. “Time for a more casually comfortable ambiance and menu.” He anticipates an opening in autumn. Online at www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy.cfm

California Girl, Dorothy Kathryn Smith, daughter of BHC publisher Clif and Candace Smith, celebrated her graduation from Maranatha High School with a luncheon at the Peninsula Hotel.

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June 8, 2012 | Page 7 THE GRADUATE— Sandra Cohen, who attended Hawthorne and El Rodeo, was selected to deliver the commencement speech for the school of engineering at the UC Berkeley, class of 2012 graduation. Cohen was introduced by the Dean of the College of Engineering, Shankar Sastry.

Beverly Hills Trophy Estates For Sale By Laura Coleman An exclusive trio of Beverly Hills estates seized from the bankrupt Guess co-founder George Marciano who fled to Montreal to escape a $350 million debt will be auctioned off later this month, according to listing agent Coldwell Banker. (1) 1000 N. Crescent Dr.: Designed in 1927 by architect Robert Farquhar, the 19,600-square-foot former residence of Columbia Pictures founder Harry Cohn just north of The Beverly Hills Hotel is listed at $24.5 million. Set on two acres, the Italian Revival estate includes a game room, two kitchens, a tennis court, swimming pool, greenhouse, gardens, and a screening room.

(2) 9521 Sunset Blvd.: Located on almost 1.5 acres at the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Foothill Road, the 11,000-square-foot two-story traditional home listed at $10.9 million includes nine bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a guesthouse, pool and tennis court. (3) 9501 Sunset Boulevard: Adjacent to 9521 Sunset Blvd., the two-story traditional Paul Williams home is listed for $8.25 million. The 8,000-squarefoot residence features six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a pool, a tennis court and lush gardens. Linda May of Coldwell Banker is the listing agent for all three properties, which are subject to Bankruptcy Court approval.

Thiss Saturdayy onn the e mainn floorr from m 1-3pm Robbie Anderson will be signing his newly released book

The Beverly Hills Hotel: The First 100 Years

Missoni Boutique Leaves Beverly Hills By Laura Coleman Missoni’s abrupt closure last Thursday of its distinctive 7,500-square-foot flagship Rodeo Drive boutique has local market experts surmising that the retail space was too large for the brand. U.S. Missoni representatives were tight-lipped on the reasons for closing the shop at 469 N. Rodeo Dr. after just two years.

A typed note posted on the inside of the door read: “Closed due to dispute with landlord.” Designed by David Chippenfield with a white woven aluminum ribbon facade and opened in Feb. 2010, the Italian luxury store received the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style award last year. Missoni now has two U.S. stores one in Malibu and one in Manhattan.

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TO SEE AND BE SEEN Fashion News & Notes Prada Q1 Net Profit Up 111% Prada SpA reported soaring profitability and revenues in the first quarter ended April 30, lifted by growth in all markets, in particular the Asia Pacific region and Europe, and a stellar performance of its leather goods category. Net profit climbed more than twofold, reaching 121.7 million euros, or $160.6 million, up 111 percent from 57.7 million euros, or $80.7 million, in the same period the previous year. Revenues gained 47.9 percent to 686.7

million euros, or $906.4 million, from 464.3 million euros, or $650 million. Dollar figures are converted at average exchange rates for the periods to which they refer. Prada chief executive officer Patrizio Bertelli said he was “extremely pleased” with the performance in the quarter, also in light of the “uncertain and very unpredictable international environment.” Bertelli touted Prada’s global “balanced geographical presence” and the strength of the group’s brands. WWD

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•Beverly Hills Hotel To Kick Off Centennial Weekend June 15 The Beverly Hills Hotel & Bungalows will celebrate its centennial beginning on June 15 with a star-studded weekend of exclusive, curated events featuring a variety of celebrity hosts and honorary weekend ambassadors such as Warren Beatty, Clive Davis, Bryan Lourd, Brett Ratner, Rick Rosen, Ben Silverman, Bill Cosby, and Jeffrey Katzenberg. To celebrate 100 years as an icon of the entertainment industry, the hotel has chosen the Motion Picture & Television Fund) as its official charity partner for the celebration, with proceeds from the weekend packages benefiting

the MPTF (www.beverlyhillshotel.com/CelebrationWeekend). These include a deluxe room or bungalow, access to weekend events, and all exclusive amenities the hotel has to offer. For more information, contact Andy Gelb (310-461-0111), Leslie Lefkowitz (212-255-8276), or Diane Shader Smith (310-3866803). For 90 years, the MPTF has provided financial assistance, essential services and programs for seniors and those who care for them. •Galerie Michael Hosts Debut Of Nestle Girl Scout Candy Bar Galerie Michael, 224 N. Rodeo Dr., was the site of the lo-

MEMORIAL DAY PREMIERE–The world premiere of filmmaker Steven C. Barber’s (right) new documentary Until They Are Home was held at the Directors Guild with 600 on hand. Others pictured (from left): Tim Shelton, Frank Stallone, Tamara Henry, and USMC Lt. Col. Thomas Mackie. Photo by William Kidston HARMONY PROJECT— Norman Lear and Ginny Mancini at Harmony Project's The Magic of Mancini, benefitting at-risk youth with free music lessons and ensemble participation in underserved areas of Los Angeles. The Mancini family received the 2012 Banchik Humanitarian award for their contribution to music and music education

trench collapses in Beverly LICENSES Hills but this was the first fatal(Continued from page 4) ity in at least three decades. Councilmember Lili Bosse, Seventeen Beverly Hills who is now working with City firefighters were on the scene staff on an education campaign from 3:44 p.m. until 3:48 a.m., for residents, said the issue in addition to an OSHA investiwould be on the agenda for the gator. June 19 City Council meeting. Melton said dependent on “I firmly believe that this the results of the investigation, sad accident could have been the property owners could be avoided if clear strict safety subject to multiple citations rules are mandated,” she said. that range from minor, resulting The Division of Occupa- in fines of $100-$400, to seritional Safety and Health ous, resulting in five-figure (Cal/OSHA) is currently con- fines. ducting an investigation into According to OHSA’s prethe incident, which spokesper- liminary findings, the property son Peter Melton said could homeowners, Isaac and Royal take up to six months. Musighi, were accompanied by “In the case of this excava- a defense lawyer at the site. tion for a ditch in which someIsaac Musighi, president of body’s working underground, the L.A.-based diamond wholethere should have been safety sale company Pacific M Intermeasures put in place,” he said. national, told The Courier that “The trench should have been he was not in town at the time shored up so that it didn’t col- of the incident and did not lapse like it did.” know what had happened. According to BHFD Chief Lt. Mark Rosen said the poRalph Mundell, licensed con- lice were no longer investigattractors generally know the ing the incident because it was rules and follow them. He said determined not to be a homithere have been previous cide.

cal launch of Nestle Crunch Girl Scout Candy Bars. Owner Michael S ch wa r t z (photo) hosted a large group which bid on the first editions of their candy bars and an Alexandre Renoir painting with proceeds benefiting the Girl Scouts of Greater L.A. Photo by Casey Rodgers/Invision. •WeSPARKS To Host Comedy Night At Saban Theatre June 16 Paul Reiser has been added to weSPARK’s explosive night of comedy at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, at the Saban Theatre that already includes Alonzo Bodden (Last Comic Standing), Wendy Liebman (Showtime’s Taller On TV) and Jay Mohr (ABC’s Suburgatory). The charity event celebrates the center’s 12 years of unique and free services for cancer patients and their families. The evening will also include an appearance by actor Steve Valentine and magician Dana Daniels in a tribute to weSPARK’s founder’s father, Burton Sperber, who was a supporter of the organization and its mission. Tickets for are priced from $25 - $75, and VIP tickets are available for $125 which includes priority seating and admittance into the after-party. All tickets are available at the Saban box office; on-line at www.sabantheatre.org or by phone at 323-655-0111. •Local Author Wins NYC Benjamin Franklin Book Award Beverly Hills author Stephen Maitland-Lewis and his novel Emeralds Never Fade were winners of the Benjamin Franklin award for “best historical fiction” by the Independent Book Publishers Association Monday in New York City.

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League will be giving the public an opportunity to learn more about the BHUSD and the City efforts in the fight against Metro and what the next steps are now that the tunnel has been approved. Speakers will include former Southern California High Speed Rail Authority Regional Director Tim Buresh, California Environ-

BHHS BAND (Continued from page 4)

65 band members and about 15 chaperones to London for the week. “The trip is going to be super expensive,” said Cynthia Perez, the parent who is help-

GEHRY (Continued from page 4)

July. “I think its an indication that B.H. is a great place to locate and if someone’s willing to spend the energy and money to do design in the City, I think it will only help to attract more

BHBA SUPREME COURT LUNCHEON–The Beverly Hills Bar Association in association with the Beverly Hills Bar Foundation and the Law Guild of Beverly Hills, hosted the 58th annual Supreme Court Luncheon honoring the justices of the California Supreme Court at The Beverly Hills Hotel. Pictured (from left): BHBA Executive Director Marc Staenberg; guest speaker Joe Dunn, executive director/CEO of California State Bar Association; Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye; and BHBA President Lawrence Jacobson. Photo by Lee Salem

PLAYBOY JAZZ FEST BH COMMUNITY CONCERT–Dick Rosenzweig (left), president emeritus of the Playboy Jazz Festival, welcomes BHHS senior Tony Rescigno; Bill Bradbury (center), director of the BHHS Jazz Band; BHHS junior Omid Shamoil; and former mayor Steve Webb to the community concert in Beverly Hills Civic Center leading up to the Playboy Jazz Festival June 16-17 at the Hollywood Bowl. For tickets, go to www.playboyjazzfestival.com. Photo by Peter Iovino

‘COOL’ RECEPTION–Grammy Awards host and hip-hop singer LL Cool J (left) hosted a reception at the Montage Residences Beverly Hills for St. Vincent Meals on Wheels. He is shown with SVMOW Founder/Executive Director Sr. Alice Marie Quinn, Soren Olsen of Montage Residences, and Victorio Gonzalez, Montage director of food and beverage. Photo by Natasha Zelikova

mental Quality Act attorney Kevin Brogan, Board of Education President Brian Goldberg and Vice Mayor John Mirisch. The program, which is part of the Municipal League’s annual general membership meeting, will feature a multimedia presentation and be videotaped with reruns on KBEV. “We’ve gone through another year’s worth of process

with MTA and their decision last week was the final opportunity that we had to influence their decision in favor of Beverly Hills school kids and teachers and staff,” White said. “We weren’t heard [but that] doesn’t mean we’re not pursuing it or giving up.” The meeting will be held on June 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Women’s Club of Beverly Hills at 1700 Chevy Chase Dri-

ing to coordinate fundraising efforts. “But it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity for the kids.” Former London Lord Mayor and current Councillor Duncan Sandys, great grandson of late Prime Minister Winston Churchill, came to Beverly Hills in March to present BHHS

Instrumental Music Teacher Bill Bradbury and the band with an invitation to attend what is regarded as the biggest New Year’s celebration in the world. Donations can be sent to Beverly Hills High School, attention Bill Bradley and the Beverly Hills High band.

people,” Gohlich said The former home of the Friar’s Club, the private show business club started in 1947 by Milton Berle, was demolished in 2011. Sunnyside Holding LLC is expected to move into the building once complete with fewer than 20 employees. Iconic features of the pro-

posed cream stone panel facade building are cylindrical structures that project upward to let light in. The project also includes 43 underground parking spaces, “Its unique architecture will help to revitalize that area,” Golich said.

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BH Gallery To Host Panel Discussion On Abstract Art The Diane Rosenstein Fine Art gallery will be hosting Why Abstract, a panel discussion on June 2 from 4 to 6 p.m. Panelists UAM/CSULB Curator Kristina Newhouse, writer Peter Frank and artists Mara De Luca, Daniel Cummings, and Eben Goff will explore the evolving question and legacy of “abstraction” in painting and sculpture. A new generation of artists revisit questions raised in the early 1950's, and find new answers. The panel's title refers to Hillaire Hiler's 1945 book, Why Abstract? - a discussion on the theory behind abstract

painting. Diane Rosenstein Fine Art is a new contemporary gallery in Beverly Hills. The Inaugural exhibition, “Cleve Gray: The Connecticut Paintings,” is on view through Sunday. “The Washington School,” a group show of paintings by Kenneth Noland, Morris Louis, Thomas Downing, Howard Mehring, Gene Davis, and Leon Berkowitz opens on Saturday, June 23. Diane Rosenstein Fine Art is open Tuesday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. For more information visit www.dianerosenstein.com.

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Junior Gary Parizher of Beverly Hills was among four Washington University in St. Louis student-athletes named to the 2012 All-University Athletic Association (UAA) Men’s Tennis Team. Parizher posted a 2-1 record at the UAA Championship with his only loss coming to #2 ranked Chris Goodwin of Emory. Washington University (15-6, 2-1 UAA) fell to #2 ranked Emory University, 8-1, in the UAA Championship match late last month in Altamonte Springs, Fla. ***** Resident and BHHS graduate Adam Berkett has received his degree in video game design from USC’s Viterbi School of Engineering. Berkett is looking forward to joining either a start up or growing video game company “and helping to design the next great video-game sensation.” ***** John Michael Riva, Jr. was among the 212 men who graduated in commencement exercises marking the end of the 237th academic year at Hampden-Sydney College in Hampden-Sydney, Va. Riva graduated with a B.A. in fine arts-visual. A graduate of Wildwood Secondary School, he is the son of Stella Hall of Beverly Hills and John Riva of Los Angeles. ***** Chloé Annick Ginsburg of

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George Christy’s Pick Of The Week: The Notorious Seducer H

ers is an opulent historical novel for the ages. Now, did we expect to be hooked once again about the 18th century life of Marie Antoinette, who became Queen of France? Yet we were. Hopelessly riveted by The Queen’s Lover, another notch in the brilliant literary career of Francine du Plessix Gray, who’s written twelve books.

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thrilling novel that has everything: suspense, intrigue, love, luxury, tragedy, romantic and familial lore”, says author Edmund White. “It tells a familiar story from a new point of view.”

Several years ago, we were equal-

ly riveted with Gray’s memoir, Them, about her dad, a Vicomte and F r e n c h diplomat, and her R u s s i a n m o t h e r Tatiana, a Saks Fifth A v e n u e milliner who, after the World War I death of Gray’s father, wed the powerful Conde Nast editorial director Alexander Liberman.

h e preface to The Queen’s Lover begins “My late brother, Count Axel von Fersen, was a notorious seducer,” written by Sweden’s Sophie von Fersen, the Countess Piper. “Known throughout Europe as ‘le beau Fersen’ … his legendary handsomeness was his majestic nature and the elegance of his long slender limbs … he fought on the American side in the American War of Independence … a noted art collector, he furnished his quarters magnificently, entertained lavishly, and hired some of the greatest chefs in Europe to run his kitchen.”

ot surprising then that the nineteen-year-old Dauphine Marie Antoinette was seduced after meeting him “in 1774 at one of the weekly balls given at the Paris Opera during the winter months … every member wore a mask, a protocol of Paris opera balls.” So begins the lover’s tale of Count Felsen and Marie Antoinette.

Presidents Bill Clinton and Ronald father and in which Axel grew up. The Reagan had it, but not Woodrow Wilson beauty of their architecture lies in a goror Jimmy Carter. geous and unique Swedish baroque style. hough she was not in the classical sense beautiful, Marie Antoinette had he lesser known traits of Marie another trait equally hard to define. Antoinette and King Louis XVI’s characStyle. A gift of choosing harmonious, ters yielded the greatest surprises. I’ve original attire, coupled with a stately already mentioned Marie Antoinette’s bearing for which she became leg- piety and loyalty, her unfrivolity conendary. But an even greater part of her cerning her family and close friends. fascination lies in her tragic fate. If she But Louis XVI surprised me even more. had been spared the guillotine and sent We tend to think of him as a dolt, but he into exile she might entrance us far less. was in fact a scholar, one of the best Her martyrdom, along with her inno- read men of his day. He was among the cence, is at the heart of her attraction. most gifted Latinists of his generation, and equally fluent in English. He knew he first notion I’d like to dispel reams of Milton by heart, and had even is that she ever said ‘Let them eat cake.’ translated many of the poet’s verses into She was far French. He was an intellectual! too charitable to ever nd yet few rulers were so at say the ease with the common people. p h r a s e , Whenever he glimpsed workers repairwhich was ing a roof at Versailles he would cast off actually spo- his jacket and join them at their work ken a century until the day’s end. He was far more earlier by complex and interesting than the Louis M a r i e XVI depicted in the 1937 film about Therese of Marie Antoinette and starring Norma Austria, wife Shearer as the queen, Robert Morley as of Louis XIV. the king, and Tyrone Power as Fersen. M a r i e Antoinette’s ne cannot stress his handkindness and someness enough. However passionate graciousness ‘le beau Fersen’ might have been in his were evident private life (there are some very explicit from child- sexual passages in the book), his public hood on. persona was formal, even aloof. When little Women swarmed about him, and he Mozart came to play at Schonbrun, he slipped and fell off his piano stool and burst into tears. Marie Antoinette, then eight years old, was the first to rush up and console him. Her only lover Fersen described her ‘extreme civility of manner which she extended to the most humble servants.’

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became aware of her nobleman lover Alex von Fersen a decade ago when I reviewed a biography of Marie Antoinette for The New Yorker. I was fascinated with the paradoxes in his character. He was known as the handsomest of his generation, had a huge libido, a Don Giovanni of sorts, a famous ladies man, yet he was never in o define Marie Antoinette’s love with anyone except Marie ‘enduring attraction’ is as difficult as Antoinette, and remained fanatically defining the word charisma, which she dedicated to her throughout his life. had to the Nth degree,” reveals the most exciting part of my author. “Charisma comes from the Greek, meaning ‘gift of grace.’ It’s a research was getting to know Stockholm, certain quality of prescience that sets one of the two or three most beautiful an individual apart from others and cities in Europe, built on eighteen islands endows him or her with personal mag- and rightly called the ‘Venice of the netism and charm. Greta Garbo had North.’ Equally stunning are the country charisma, Joan Crawford didn’t. estates, most of them built by Fersen’s

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ersen hated Versailles’ delusions of grandeur, referred to it as a “monstrosity,’ a large murky swamp that emitted a fetid stench. What struck him about Versailles was the discrepancy between the gleaming gilded grandeur of the palace’s outer surface and the filthy insalubrious conditions that prevailed inside. ‘No courtier loved the palace more than rats loved Versailles,’ he reported, and lamented the dire conditions created by the vagrant barefoot children, prostitutes, and inebriated courtiers who urinated and defecated in corners of the grand galleries. And the stench of it! Fersen found it ironic that the rulers of Europe’s greatest capitals – St. Petersburg, Vienna, Stockholm – aspired to emulate was a compound reeking of filth.

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e found Americans ‘lazy and selfish,’ and deemed the spirit of patriotism only existed in the country’s elite. The mass of its people, Fersen wrote, thought only of their personal interest. ‘Money is the prime mover of all their actions, they think only of the means to get it.’

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hy did I decide to tell this story as a novel? I didn’t decide, the story decided. Stories are like animals – they have a life, a mind, appetites of their own, and I hadn’t written a novel in thirty years!”

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Health Happenings... St. John’s To Sponsor Cancer, Nutrition Forum St. John’s Health Center will sponsor its 2nd Annual Community Cancer Forum - “Your Health and Cancer: Nutrition (Perspectives on Prevention, Early Detection, Treatment and Survivorship),” from 2-4 p.m., Tuesday, June 12, and from 6:308:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 13 at the Santa Monica Public Library Auditorium, 601 Santa Monica Blvd. Physicians from St. John’s and the John Wayne Cancer Institute (JWCI) will provide information about nutrition and diet in cancer prevention and survivorship and will answer the question, “Can the food you eat reduce your risk of developing cancer?” Additional discussion will focus on early detection and treatment of digestive system cancers including gastric, esophageal, colorectal, pancreatic and liver cancers. • Sean Fischer, MD, medical oncologist and adjunct faculty member at JWCI will present the keynote lecture, “Nutrition, Diet and Cancer - Prevention and Survivorship.” • Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. However, if this disease is diagnosed in its early stages, the odds of survival are significantly improved. Rudolph Bedford, MD, St. John’s gastroenterologist, will share his expertise on early detection, family risk and screening for gastrointestinal cancers.

• Marilou Terpenning, MD, FACP, medical oncologist and St, John’s director of oncology will moderate the program and the Q&A session. Reservations for the program, offered in collaboration with the American Cancer Society, may be made by calling 310-829-8453.

Seminar To Discuss Treatments For Enlarged Prostate Dr. Robert Reiter, professor of urology at UCLA, will present and discuss the latest outpatient laser treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate at a free seminar from 6-7 p.m., Tuesday June 19 at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center Tamkin Auditorium, 757 Westwood Plaza. BPH is a condition that affects more than half of men over 60 and can lead to frequent, painful or weak urination. The new outpatient treatment, called GreenLight Laser Therapy, utilizes a new XPS laser that effectively removes enlarged prostate tissue to help open the urine channel to improve flow. Other treatments for the condition, including medication and surgery, will also be discussed. The program is sponsored by the UCLA Department of Urology. Parking at the center is $11 To RSVP or for more information, call 866-432-5274.

The Marion and John E. Anderson Pavilion, which opened last July, was designed with a priority on family-centered care. Eighty-five percent of the rooms in the inpatient tow are private and include accommodations so parents can comfortably stay overnight with their child.

For 4th Consecutive Year, CHLA Earns Top 5 National Ranking From U.S. News For the fourth year in a row, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has been named to the Honor Roll of children’s hospitals in the U.S. News & World Report rankings released online Tuesday. This year, the hospital is ranked fifth in the nation, up three places from last year’s survey of Best Children’s Hospitals. “This recognition acknowledges that CHLA is a national leader in health care for children,” says Richard D. Cor-

dova, FACHE, CHLA president and CEO. “Our successful transition to our new $636 million, 317-bed inpatient tower, the Marion and John E. Anderson Pavilion, is a testament to the resiliency of our doctors, nurses, clinical staff and physician support team that helped to contribute to this institution’s top five ranking.” Only 12 children’s hospitals in the U.S. achieved Honor Roll status for 2012-13, and CHLA is the only hospital (see ‘RANKING,’ page 15)

Names In The News... Mother, Daughter Team To Chair Heart Assn. Event Diane Uzelac, a Beverly Hills native and her daughter Heidi Uzelac, a BHHS senior, will serve as chair and co-chair of the Beverly Hills HeartChase which takes place at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 16 at the Civic Center Plaza, 444 North Rexford Dr. “My mother went into cardiac arrest last October, just days before my 18th birthday,” says Heidi Uzelac. “We almost lost her. Four days later she received a dual implant defibrillatorpacemaker. We are so grateful. This is a personal cause for my mother, my sister Halie (20) and myself.” ”It is such a great honor to be the chairman of the inaugural HeartChase event here in my hometown,” said Diane Uzelac. ”Too many people are dying of heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases in our community; but we have the power to change this. It is my purpose along with Heidi to raise awareness of heart disease; 80 percent of which is preventable.” The American Heart Association’s HeartChase Beverly Hills will provide a new, fun way to support the fight against heart disease and stroke, the leading

killers in the nation. Families, friends and co-workers of all ages will take part in a community-wide competition to uncover clues, solve puzzles and complete challenges in a race to the finish line. The goal is to raise $53,000. Participants pay an entry fee of $25 (or $15 ages 18 & under) and are encouraged to conduct personal fundraising. For more information on the event, call Jason Lustina at 213-291-7060 or visit http://honor.americanheart.org/beverlyhills.

Horvath Named To LLS Society Board

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in California to receive the recognition. The national magazine reviews children’s hospitals annually for their clinical quality and patient outcomes in 10 different medical specialties and CHLA was ranked high in all 10 categories, and its scores in six of those specialties placed it among the top five nationally. The hospital has been selected to the Honor Roll every year since the list launched in 2009, and CHLA has been named among the nation’s best children’s hospitals annually since the inception of the magazine’s rankings in 1990. This year, the hospital equaled or improved its national ranking in six of the 10 categories compared to the 20112012 survey. The hospital achieved elite Honor Roll status because it received exceptional scores in at least three pediatric specialties. CHLA’s rankings in all 10 specialty categories rated were: Cancer #5; Cardiology & Heart Surgery #8; Diabetes & Endocrinology #7; Gastroenterology #7; Neonatology #7; Nephrology #22; Neurology & Neurosurgery #18; Orthopedics #6; Pulmonology #14 and Urology #12. “This honor is a reflection of the ex-

cellent work of our board of trustees and our Safety and Quality Services Committee,” said Cordova. “In addition, our philanthropic efforts contribute mightily to our success and allow us to recruit the finest faculty and physicians to support our pediatric research and clinical missions.” When the Marion and John E. Anderson Pavilion opened last July, the inpatient tower was designed to provide family-centered care. Eighty-five percent of the rooms are private and include accommodations so parents can comfortably stay overnight with their child. The Anderson Pavilion is among the nation’s most advanced pediatric-care facilities. This year, U.S. News required hard data such as availability of key resources and ability to prevent complications and infections. The survey also asked questions about survival rates, nurse staffing, subspecialist availability and procedure volume . Survey data is combined with recommendations from pediatric specialists on the hospitals they consider best for children with challenging medical conditions. The rankings may be viewed at: www.usnews.com/-childrens-hospitals.

Dream Team’s ‘Summer Under The Stars’ At The London To Benefit Mattel Children’s Hospital The Dream Team of Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA, a group of local young professionals, will hold a cocktail event “Summer Under the Stars” to raise awareness for Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA from 7-10 p.m., Thursday, June 21 at The London Hotel rooftop. The group’s mission is to benefit the hospital by increasing local awareness

and encouraging philanthropic support of the organization. The Dream Team invites guests to network, enjoy champagne and hors d’oeuvres and dance. All donations collected on-site will benefit the hospital. Tickets, at $100 per person, are available at www.ucladreamteam.com.

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“It hasn’t sunk in yet,” Rohani said. “I was so shocked and so happy that I won. I expected to win, but I was still so happy. I was screaming.” Rohani’s win gave Beverly Hills High it’s second state champion in the history of the track program and the first in 14 years since Mike Ryan won the 400 in 1998.

around $35 a month per square foot. Cohen said the new tenant would maintain the “fashion and luxury” evocative of Rodeo Drive and would likely showcase jewelry, accessories, designer fashion, shoes or highend cosmetics.

“It feels great to be putting (Beverly High’s) name back on the map and establishing it as a good track school,” Rohani said. “It’s all thanks to (Coach Jeff Fisher).” Brianna Simmons reached the finals and took seventh place in the 1,600m with a time of four minutes, 56.96 seconds with her future UC Riverside track coach watching on from the bleachers.

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Torrey Pines Bank Combines Big-Institution Resources With Community Bank Personalized Service, Attention ike many of the business owners and entrepreneurs it ser ves, Torrey Pines Bank (TPB) is a California business success story. Founded in 2003 with $20 million in capital, one office and seven employees, TPB has grown into a thriving regional commercial bank with more than $1.8 billion in assets and 220 employees as of March 31. The bank recently established its new office in Beverly Hills; and the mayor and the chamber welcomed the bank with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. TPB has carved out a unique niche by offering the resources of a large financial institution with the personalized service and attention of a community bank. The bank’s senior management, with an average of 29 years in the financial industry, takes a conservative approach to business, a philosophy that helps it stay on solid footing throughout all economic cycles. While many banks find themselves constrained by a lack of capital or deteriorating credit quality, TPB is able to meet the needs of its customers, expand its market share and establish new offices, thanks to a well-managed loan portfolio and the suppor t of its parent company, Western Alliance Bancorporation, a

Torrey Pines Bank Where Business Gets Done • Torrey Pines Bank Assets: $1.8 billion • Headquarters: San Diego • Local Office: 9355 Wilshire Blvd. • Total Offices: 12 • Website: www.torreypinesbank.com $7 billion regional bank holding company with operations in Arizona, California and Nevada. With an admirable low level of non-per forming assets (NPAs) and excess liquidity to fund business loans, TPB is clearly in a position of financial strength and safety. Additionally, the bank’s lending Kathleen Chapman, senior VP, limits are three to five times higher regional manager than at most other community banks. seminars for its clients as a valueThe bank has been recognized by added component of the banking relathe Findley Companies as having tionship. TPB has also established “Super Premier” Financial perform- professional banking groups to ance in 2011; and also was the recip- address the specific needs of its ient of the prestigious Peak Perform- clients in specialized fields like health care and law. ance Award from National University. And, recently, the bank launched TPB’s experienced bankers have a wealth of knowledge, but constantly its Women’s Banking Group which strive to learn more about their gives female business owners access clients’ businesses so they can pro- to a team of banking experts and an vide the best guidance on banking and array of products, services and networking opportunities designed with business strategies. The bank offers free education them in mind.

Natalie Do, VP, relationship manager The management team at TPB is not just committed to its customers, but to the local community as well. To date, the bank has given more than $1.5 million to California charities as part of its business strategy that aligns its charitable giving to support its not-for-profit customers. The original team that started the bank is still in place today and Torrey Pines Bank continues to be a viable resource for its customers and community.

Booming Divorce By Michael Ward, Senior Wealth Planning Strategist, Wells Fargo Private Bank & Danielle Louton, Senior Wealth Planner hen the “per fect” couple, Tipper and Al Gore, who were married for 40 years, announced their impending divorce, one naturally wondered what could have convinced them to sever the bonds of marriage after so many years. When asked why they made the decision to divorce, their non-scandalous reason—that as they grew older their interests changed and they grew apart—gave rise to knowing glances and sympathetic gestures from many observers. The demise of the Gore marriage, as shocking as it might seem, puts a public face on what social scientists are calling the “grey divorce” trend. While the divorce rate among all Americans has remained steady over the past 30 years, even dropping a bit during the “Great Recession”(I) the divorce rate for Americans over the age of 50 has more than doubled (II). One of the reasons for this dramatic increase is that as a generation, baby boomers are more likely to have the financial resources to allow them to consider divorce. As suggested by the slight decline in the overall divorce rate during the recession, often the decision to divorce comes down to affordability—are there enough assets so each party can embark on separate, single lives?

While baby boomers may have the economic means to divorce, the process can still be expensive, both financially and emotionally. In this piece, we will focus on several financial issues of grey divorce. While those who find themselves in the throes of divorce might find it difficult to consider these issues rationally, the proper handling of these complex financial issues can often help position them better for life after divorce, and help them address the unique financial-planning opportunities associated with the divorce process. Get organized Whether you are preparing to initiate a divorce or have recently discovered that your spouse has filed to end your marriage, it is important to begin getting organized and gathering as much financial information as possible. Concurrently, you should begin reviewing your cash flow and creating a budget. Managing cash flow is fundamental to reaching financial goals, and, in a grey divorce, it can take on additional significance because of looming retirement and longer life expectancies. You and your spouse will almost certainly be moving from supporting one household to paying for two, as well as splitting retirement dollars and other assets that now have to be stretched even further. Financial settlement For a long-married, financially successful couple, reaching a financial

settlement may be more complex than for the average marriage that ends in divorce. Such couples have a potentially broader array of assets, such as financial investments, retirement plans, real estate, a business and other valuable assets. Combined with a dizzying patchwork of federal and state laws, even a seasoned professional may find it challenging to analyze a financial settlement. Accordingly, it is important that you work with your attorney and trusted advisors to understand possible outcomes. Although dividing assets like bank accounts should be relatively straightfor ward, the division of retirement assets, a business, or a large family home may be more challenging. Tax implications One common misconception in a divorce is that all assets will be split equally between former spouses. While that outcome may represent one possible scenario, a financially successful couple may end up dividing assets in a way that is more conducive to each spouse’s specific objectives. When deciding whether to take a stock portfolio, a family home, investment real estate, a share in the family business, or retirement funds, an asset’s potential appreciation and future tax implications should be reviewed. Taxes can significantly decrease the true economic value of some assets. The tax basis and tax characterization of assets received in a finan-

cial settlement could materially affect whether you are receiving an equitable deal. Position yourself The process of divorce can be complex and traumatic, and the following steps should be considered: • First, ask your financial advisor to help you construct a comprehensive financial plan. By answering specific questions and following suitable checklists, you may uncover additional information that can help you identify financial risks and issues. • Moreover, work with a planner to reevaluate your current estate plan. A planner can help guide you through the process of revising (or creating) your estate plan. • Finally, utilize all available resources, such as attending workshops, to gain a better understanding of the financial and emotional issues associated with this difficult transition. Educating yourself on the risks and opportunities of divorce can help you move beyond your current situation to a more optimistic future.

I - Tejada-Vera B, Sutton PD. Bir ths, Marriages, divorces, and deaths: Provisional data for 2009. National vital statistics reports; vol 5, no 25. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics, 2010. II - Gibbs, L., & Payne, K.K. (2011). First Divorce Rate, 2010 (FP11-09). National Center for Family and Marriage Research. http://ncfmr.bsgu.edu/pdf/family profiles/file101821.pdf.

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Mixing New Companies With Charities A Winning Formula For El Rodeo Alum Gavin Keilly By John L. Seitz life.” The answer: “I’d love to When Gavin B. Keilly was devote my time to assisting a student at El Rodeo School, charities…but not become a his dream was to become an ‘martyr’ in the process.” entrepreneur and, at the same Upon founding GBK Protime, help others along the ductions in 2000, his first big way. And you know what, he event was producing charity has done just that! galas for the Sharon Osborne As CEO of GBK Produc- Foundation and its myriad of tions, Keilly causes from runs a diverse cancer and operation AIDS research which conto children’s sists of special diseases and event coordihearing loss. nation and The busiproduction, ness has charitable evolved to consulting, where GBK celebrity giftProductions ing, wedding has raised planning, and more than $5 p r o d u c t million spread branding as among some well as a full100 charities. Gavin Keilly fledged marThis has come keting and PR firm. not only from staging events But carrying such a multi- such as trade shows and prodfaceted workload is nothing uct launch parties but through new for him. For instance, he celebrity gift suites for such co-founded two rather short- events as the Oscars, Emmys, lived Internet companies Golden Globes, Grammys, (Product Agent and YouWeb) American Music Awards, etc. soon after graduating from UC at L’Ermitage and other BeverBerkeley. He moved on to be- ly Hills hotels. come a financial advisor at With a staff of 15, GBK Centaurus Financial, one of Productions would seem well nation’s premier wealth man- on its way to achieving even agement companies. more widespread success in After then trying his hand the future. as director of development in His careful planned of inthe real estate division of the troduction of newly launched City of Hope, where he businesses to the celebrity/ worked closely with Beverly charity market for cross-proHills’ realty magnate Richard motional purposes has resultZiman, Keilly had what he ed in a win-win situation for calls a “defining moment.” all concerned. “We’re mixing He says: “After all these new companies with estabhits and misses, I decided it lishedcharities...and having was high time to figure out plenty of fun doing it,” exwhat to do with the rest of my claimed Keilly

TMCC—Anush Nersisyan, Nicole Collazo, Board Member Kristine Stromeyer at The Maple Counseling Center’s annual Movie Screening/Car Drawing event at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. Anita and Harvey Friendman won the raffled off Fiat 500.

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the high school during its May meeting. The City Council approved a resolution in April, strongly opposing “Metro Staff’s recommendation in the final [environmental impact statement/ environmental impact report] of the Westside Subway Extension Project with specific reference to the proposed tunnel alignment beneath our historic Beverly Hills High School.”

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vored alternative” but excluded that location because of earthquake fault studies. The 2010 filing omitting all data for the Santa Monica Boulevard location was prepared by Parsons and Brickerhoff, the same firm that wrote the report finding earthquake faults there. The risk assessment predates all socalled Metro “fault studies” of Santa Monica Boulevard by more than one year and even pre-dates Metro’s draft Environmental Impact Report, which was released in September 2010. It is thus clear that at no time has Metro ever filed any papers with federal authorities that studied or considered a station on Santa Monica Boulevard despite constant public statements to the contrary by Metro Chief Art Leahy and directors L.A. County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky and L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. The implication is inescapable that the so-called “safety” issue was always a diversion. Without supporting documents for alternative stations, no federal agency would consider those alternatives. The submitted document proves that Metro never intended to consider any location except Constellation in Century City, despite discussing multiple stations in other areas. The contrast with a proposed Westwood station location is clear. On page 3-3 of the report, it states the Westwood/VA Hospital Station has two alternative station locations… both which were “being evaluated as a part of the EIS process but the station south is the Metro currently

Mirisch said he felt that the resolution was no longer robust enough. “[That resolution] was sent at a point in time and represented our position at that point in time,” he said. “After what’s happened, it’s more appropriate than ever to consider a… new [resolution].” Mirisch recommended using language from a letter sent by former Mayor Barry Brucker to Metro CEO Art Leahy on Feb. 8 in which he stated that

the council’s support of the Westside Subway Extension “has and remains predicated on the Santa Monica alignment or an alternative alignment that does not tunnel under our only high school.” The resolution submitted in April was a collaborative effort by Mirisch and Mayor Willie Brien. Mirisch was the only councilmember in support of another resolution.

October 24, 2010—Westside Subway Extension Risk Assessment Report filed with Federal Transit Administration September 2010—Westside Subway Extension Draft Environmnetal Impact Report released. October 19, 2011—Century City Tunneling Safety Report and Century City Area Fault Investigation Report released March 14, 2011—New Starts Financial Assessment of the LACMTA Westside Subway Extension released •“Obviously, safety is the No. 1 issue for us,“ Yaroslavsky said. “We will not build a tunnel that we believe is unsafe, whether it’s under the high school, or whether it’s under Santa Monica Boulevard or whether it’s under the residences in Westwood, or anywhere else in the County of Los Angeles.“ Oct. 28, 2010 http://zev.lacounty.gov/news/transportat ion/how-westside-subway-got-back-on-track •“The location announced last week as being along Santa Monica Boulevard with a portal likely at Century Park East is an alternative to the location already being studied along Santa Monica Boulevard with a portal at Avenue of the Stars. Metro staff must and will continue to study both alternatives for the Santa Monica station location in Century City along with continuing to study the Constellation station location option. If the initial location along Santa Monica Boulevard cannot or should not be built due to the location of the Santa Monica Fault, this alternative location may allow for a Century City station on Santa Monica Boulevard that is outside of the fault zone.“ Feb. 25, 2011 http://thesource.metro.net/2011/02/25/metro-sets-the-record-straighton-westside-subway-alternate-station-site/ •“The Mayor has previously stated he will not make a decision until he has had an opportunity to do a full analysis, which includes environmental documents and recommendations. He intends to work with the people of Beverly Hills to make sure we do everything possible to safely, efficiently move forward,“ Antonio Villaraigosa’s office told The Courier. July 29, 2011

preferred alternative.” Comparatively, despite the Century City Station also having two alternatives… “only the Century City (Constellation) Station is currently in the estimate.” There was no explanation as to why Metro was only considering the Constellation Station, only that it was the preference and the other station was not being considered. The explanation came over a year later with the fault studies. Attorneys for the Beverly Hills Unified School District uncovered the Metro filings in Washington, D.C., and they form part of the District’s California Environmental Quality Act lawsuit against Metro.

They said this proves that Metro had a direct bias towards Constellation, showing they weren’t serious enough about the Santa Monica station to include it in the federal paperwork. In the New Starts Financial Assessment on the LACMTA Westside Subway Final Report, by the FTA from March 14, 2011, only the recommended option for each station was taken into consideration for funding. Although the Santa Monica Boulevard station has proven to be almost $100 million less than the Constellation Station through Metro’s own estimates, these figures were never given to the FTA.

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Kolin was confirmed as the City Manager by the Beverly Hills City Council in Nov. 2009 with a base salary of $274,999. He received a 2 percent salary increase in 2011 and a $1.6 million housing loan to find a house “within a reasonable distance to the City,” in accordance with his contract.

June 8, 2012 | Page 23 The loan will accrue an interest rate of 3 percent for eight more years and will increase to 3.25 percent after that. If approved, Kolins base salary will be raised to $286,100. “I voted against the other pay raise and loan,” Mirisch said. “I thought the salary he got starting was more than generous. Especially in this economy

NYU—Allison Leggett (pictured), Dance Company and AP Posse member 2009, has been accepted to the prestigious New York University's Tisch School of the Arts in dance. A Beverly Hills resident since kindergarten, she attended Hawthorne School and graduated from El Rodeo School. Since attending BHHS in 2009, she has performed with Usher, the BoostMobile Elite 24 Hype Crew, Alvin Ailey Dancers, Debbie Allen and the Alonzo King Ballet.

where we’re cutting from the budget each time… and treating residents like ATM’s, it needs to stop somewhere. In and of itself, within the context of the City budget, it’s a small amount but a very symbolic one.” The vote on Kolin’s raise came after The Courier’s press time. For the results of the vote, visit www.bhcourier.com.

Beverly Hills Aquatics Expands Summer Activities For Residents

AWARD WINNERS — Track and Cross Country coach Jeff Fisher (left) presents Ashley Bootesaz (middle) and Brianna Simmons (right) with Hall of Fame awards at the 2012 QUEST Awards. Bootesaz and Simmons were inducted into the Hall of Fame along with fellow runners Andrew Redston and Josh Galen. Simmons also was named “Female Athlete of the Year.” Courier photo by Matt Lopez

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the prestigious Don Reynolds Scholarship. Frank Brown (basketball and football) and Zak Zukoski (swimming and water polo) shared “Male Athlete of the Year” honors. “I was really surprised because I was not expecting to get the scholarship,” Simmons said “My parents were really happy. The event also saw several of BHHS’ top departing senior athletes receive induction into the BHHS Athletic Hall of Fame. Those inducted were Brianna Simmons, Ashley Bootesaz, Josh Galen and Andrew Redston for track and cross country; Halle Beeson for girls volleyball; Dillon Silverstein and Zak Zukoski for boys swimming and water polo; Ida Trevino, Angel Jaramillo and Nick Marmarenu for girls and boys soccer. Brian Song was honored for his achievements in boys golf along with Dylan Lojac for wrestling; Brandon Adams for boys volleyball; Austin Mills for boys basketball and Julien Jackson, Jeraud Williams, Willie Green, Frank Brown and Cameron Countryman for football. Jarvis Turner’s boys basketball team took the stage to accept the award for “Team of the Year.” This year’s boys basketball team made one of the best runs in program history to the CIF Southern Section Division IIIAAA semifinals before losing to eventual CIF champion Pasadena.

Several other athletes were honored for outstanding achievement throughout the year. Freshmen Natasha Allen, Lorien Opelli, Amanda Manaster, Amanda Cristovich, Harry Green, Trevor Bergher and Jordan Wagner were named “Freshmen Athletes of the Year.” Natasha Kashami, Lydia Choi, Daeun Lee, Ronan Massana, Alex Ayzenberg and Ethan Kunin were named “Sophomore Athletes of the Year.” Ashley Aviram, Sydney Segal, Kayla Countryman, Alex Rohani, Steven Turnbull and Elijah Lichtenberg were named “Junior Athletes of the Year.” Madison Moore, Oliver Yi,

Hamzat Agaba, William Park, Lexi Silbiger, Brodrick Smith, Gabriel Laemmle, Tyler Neman, Tammy Katz, Celeste Abean, Emily Grubman, Adrian Spitz, Tyler Hensley, Joel Steinberg and Zack Ward were all named to the Senior Varsity Club, an all-star team for senior athletes. Twins Bridget and Kristen Abajian took home the Lessie Paysinger Scholarship award. Ashley Bootesaz was given the Beverly Hills Athletic Alumni Association Founders Scholarship. Andrew Schwab was named “Scholar Athlete of the Year.”

The City of Beverly Hills Community Services Department will be teaming with Beverly Hills Aquatics this summer to offer a summer full of aquatic activities for all ages. Offerings include swim camp, youth and adult group and private lessons, swim teams, parent and child classes, water polo and more. All aquatic activities are held at the Beverly High Swim Gym. The summer program begins on June 25. Registration is

underway and may be complete online (www.beverlyh ills.org/BHRegOnline), via mail (455 N. Rexford Dr., Room 260 / Beverly Hills, CA 90210) or fax (310-274-9571). To receive a summer aquatics brochure or for more information call 310-285-6820 or visit www.beverlyhills.org anytime—a link to the Aquatics Brochure can be found under “City Services” via the “Recreation & Parks Programs and Services” tab.

ELECTION RESULTS

Prop 29, the initiative to tax cigarettes an additional dollar per pack to fund cancer research lost by 1.4 percent of the vote. Voters chose to limit legislators’ terms in office with 61.4 percent voting for Prop 28. Voters helped shepherd incumbent Sen. Dianne Feinstein back into office with 49.3 percent voting for her to return to the Senate over Republican contender Elizabeth Emken. All county supervisors up for re-election retained their seats, with 2nd District’s Mark Ridley-Thomas and 4th District’s Don Knabe both running unopposed. In the 5th District, Michael D. Antonovich nabbed 79.4 percent of the vote. Nearly 80 percent of Republicans chose Mitt Romney.

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cent. The other two contenders trailed close behind with Torie Osborn (D) receiving 24.3 percent and Bradly Torgan (R) 24.2 percent. Chief Deputy District Atty. Jackie Lacey is poised to go head-to-head against Deputy District Atty. Alan Jackson in November after receiving 31.9 percent of the votes. Lacey would be both the county’s first African American and female district attorney. Democrats Howard Berman and Brad Sherman are now preparing for the second round election for the newly drawn 30th Congressional District. Incumbent Sherman received 42.4 percent of the vote.

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June 8, 2012 | Page 25 Prometheus is SUMMONS (CITATION JUDICIAL) geared for that CASE NO: 39-2012-00279064-CU-OR-STK special group of moviegoers who NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (Aviso Al Demandando) GROUP, a California limited liability company; BREAKFRONT, are into futuristic WOOTON LLC, a California limited liability company; MARK A. SLOTKIN, individscience fiction with a surplus of monsters, blood ually and as trustee of THE SLOTKIN’S FAMILY CHILDREN’S TRUST; spilling, and snake -like computer generated slith- GAIL ELLEN SLOTKIN, and DOES 1-10 inclusive ering reptiles coming out of every orifice of the YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLANTIFF: (Lo Esta Demandando El body. Also, if complex scientific dialogue is Demandante) beyond you (I still don’t understand my children), INVESTORS WARRANTY OF AMERICA, INC., an Iowa corporation don’t write Prometheus off. Sir Ridley Scott is the NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without being heard master of scare-your-pants-off movies and doesn’t unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served falter with his latest production. With an internayou to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plantional cast of terrific actors, Noomi Rapace, on tiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court Michael Fassbender, Guy Pearce, Idris Elba, and form thatlegal you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more Charlize Theron, Prometheus is never boring. information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center your county law library, or the courthouse nearScott really knows how to utilize a good thing (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), est you. If you cannot pay the filing fee ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. when he sees it….I’m talking about the prominent If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. use of 3D. The bottom line: “you don’t have to yourThere are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. understand something to enjoy it.” 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 2-1/2 Bagels out of 4 nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the

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Desert Roundup

When recalling the history and glamour of the resort destinations in the Coachella Valley, Desert Hot Springs is mentioned as an afterthought, much like an unwanted stepchild. But two, not unrelated things, have made it unique. One is the superb quality of its water … hot and cold; the other is Cabot Abram Yerxa. The son of Frederick Yerxa, owner of the largest mercantile business in Boston at the turn of the 20th century, and named after his maternal uncle and Massachusetts Brahman, Henry Cabot Lodge. At age 16, Cabot traveled to Alaska to sell Yerxa cigars, his family’s brand. There he immersed himself in Inuit culture and language, (he also spoke Sioux, Spanish, English and French), and wrote the first InuitEnglish dictionary, now on display in the Smithsonian Institute. Cabot’s family lost its fortune in 1913 and after years of wondering the young man found his way to the Desert where he homesteaded 160 barren acres, now part of Desert Hot Springs. There, as the story goes, an Indian approached Cabot’s campsite and, drawing a map in the sand, told the new arrival where to find water. Imagine his surprise when he drilled his first well and up bubbled hot water. Then, he drilled a second about 600-yards away and the water came up cold. Cabot could have been quite content to rest on his accomplishment of finding hot and cold running groundwater. After all, he had become a living legend in the city he helped create. But, at age 57, Cabot began building an artist compound, named Cabot’s Old Indian Pueblo. Today, this is the site of Cabot’s Museum. However, unlike most museums which erect a building and mount their collections on the interior walls, or display artifacts in cases, Cabot’s Museum, which was his home until his 1965 death, is all a preserved bit of history … from buildings and furnishings, mostly hand-made, to the tins of food on the shelves. The museum has been spruced up and open for visitors. Earlier this month, the sixth annual Celebration & Barbecue was held, not only in recognition of Cabot but saluting those who have supported the museum and the Desert community. Under the guidance of honorary co-chairs Barbara and Jerry Keller, the event honored Donna and her late husband, Cargill Mac Millan, Jr., Rep. Mary Bono Mack and museum volunteer Barbara Maron. Also remembered at this western-attired event were two major supporters who passed away since last year’s barbeque: Jackie Lee Houston, the queen of Desert philanthropy and Richard Milanovich, the chairman of the Agua Caliente Band of Mission Indians. Dinner was al fresco on a mesa overlooking the museum with a full moon lighting up the area like a celestial klieg lamp. Table-hopping, we noted event sponsors Riverside County Supervisor John Benoit and Beverly Hills’ jeweler to the stars Kevin Parker, as well as local celebrities Gloria Greer and Edward Verdugo, publisher of the Desert Star. Information about Cabot’s Museum is at 800-941-7610.

The Courier’s film critic Jerry Ram Cutler is rabbi at Creative Arts Temple.

The night of the Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y prom, there is a car 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 proaccident. A 16-year tegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea old girl is found at the 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 site of the blue BMW informacion en el Centro de Ayda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), clutching the car keys. en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un forThis is the opening of Ann Redisch Stampler’s puede mulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, novel Where It Began (Simon Pulse $16.95). The puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero sin mas advertencia. girl is Gabby Gardiner, who after a mother inspired y bienes Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediSi no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a make-over–blonde hair styled, and new atamente. abogados. Si no puede paga a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisiclothes–returned to her co-ed private school where tos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de she attracted the attention of the school’s hand- fines California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las some, rich, make-out hero. The car belonged to his 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 parents. las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuGabby cannot remember what happened. She peracion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion arbitaje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte keeps asking if Billy has called, and her mother de antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. doesn’t answer. There are flowers from Billy’s parname and address of the court is: (El Nombre y direccion de la corte es): ents but no Billy. When Gabby is well enough to The Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin return to school, there is Billy. His mother has got- Stockton Branch, Weber Facility ten him off a few DUI’s and he is on probation. 222 E. Weber Ave. Stockton, CA 95202-2709 Everyone thinks that Gabby is a heroine for not The name, address, and telephone number of plantiff’s attorney, involving Billy or the other kids in the car that night. or plaintiff without an attorney is: (El Nombre , la direccion y el numero de telefono del It takes one boy, Huey, who took pictures that night abogado de demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado es) C. Gatto, Bar No. 226903 • STOEL RIVES LLP to not only reveal the truth to Gabby but to the Greg 10008 S.E. River Street, Truckee, CA 96161 school and the police who had Gabby documented Tel: 530.582.2280 Fax: 530.582.2281 as a juvenile delinquent. DATE (Fecha): APRIL 5, 2012 The book is a young adult but I applaud By: Rosa Junqueiro, Clerk • Dina Rafford, Deputy Stampler’s writing–readable for any age.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 1346084-11 APN: 5554-023-037 TRA: 001319 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx0643 REF: Lee, Sae IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED November 10, 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. On June 21, 2012, at 9:00am, Cal-Western R e c o n v e y a n c e Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded November 18, 2004, as Inst. No. 04 2993453 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Sae Lee and Kyung Lee Husband And Wife As Joint Tenants, 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: 8400 De Longpre Ave #212 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: $479,720.83. 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 bid-

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Page 26 | June 8 , 2012 ding 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 1346084-11. 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)5901221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: May 16, 2012. (R-410654 06/01/12, 06/08/12, 06/15/12) —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 090170126 Title Order No. 09-8-530342 APN No. 5529-001-047 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/02/2004. 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 ANATOLI KOUZINE, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 08/02/2004 and recorded 8/10/2004, as Instrument No. 04

2051958, in Book , Page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 06/22/2012 at 1:00PM, At the Pomona Valley Masonic Temple Building, located at 395 South Thomas Street, Pomona, California 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: 1045 NORTH KINGS ROAD #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.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 $524,991.90. 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 Notice of Trustee’s Sale 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 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 090170126. 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., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 2818219 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. FEI # 1006.92615 6/01, 6/08, 6/15/2012 —————————— SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CASE NO: SS022280 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of the petition of: SHAUNTAE DENNAE LONDRE To all interested person(s): Petitioner: Shauntae Dennae Londre current residence address: 10560 Wilshire Bl. #2004, Los Angeles, CA 90024 filed a petition with the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main Street, Santa Monica, California, 90401, West District, on May 16, 2012 for a Decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Shauntae Dennae Londre Proposed Name: Shay Dennae Londre The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court dyas before the matter

is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: June 28, 2012 Time: 8:30am Dept: A Room: 104 The address of the court is: 1725 Main Street, Santa Monica, California, 90401, West District. Reason for name change: Petitioner is already known by her proposed name Shay Dennae Londre and wishes to be known by hes proposed name in all personal/business affairs. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct. Signed: Shauntae Dennae Londre Judge of the Superior Joseph S. Biderman Dated: May 16, 2012 Published: May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2012 BHCourier —————————— 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, CASHIER'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/propertySearc hTerms.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

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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

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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

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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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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012092275 The following is/are doing business as: BIZZY KIDZ ACADEMY 8503 Pickford St., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Ekaterina Malaya 1743 Garfield Pl. #304, Los Angeles, CA 90028; Stephanie Mckinley 8507 Pickford St., Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Stephanie McKinely: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 15, 2012; Published: June 01, 08, 15, 22, 2012 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012086635 The following is/are doing business as: PARKS MEDIA 2256 Via Puerta #C, Laguna Woods, CA 92637; Margaret A. Bednarski 2256 Via Punta #C, Laguna Woods, CA 92637; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein September 12, 2002: Margaret A. Bednarski: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 08, 2012; Published: June 01, 08, 15, 22, 2012 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012101600 The following is/are doing business as: NURTURING TOUCH SKINCARE 914 S. Wooster St. #202, Los Angeles, CA 90035; Charlotte Dorsey 914 S. Wooster St. #202, Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Charlotte Dorsey: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 24, 2012; Published: June 08, 15, 22, 29, 2012 LACC N/C

BEVERLY HILLS 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 90046-6097 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: $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

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 the file number assigned to this case 1 3 4 1 4 4 8 - 0 2 . 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 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: 5555005-078 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 NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT TO AND A NON-EXCLUSIVE 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) 8430260 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. 132798111 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 w w w. r p p s a l e s . c o m , using the file number assigned to this case 1 3 2 7 9 8 1 - 1 1 . 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. (R-410350 05/25/12, 06/01/12, 06/08/12) –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012107134 The following is/are doing business as: FOODWISE 137 S. Reeves Dr. #405, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Rachelle Lewis 137 S. Reeves Dr. #405, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 25, 2012: Rachelle Lewis: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 01, 2012; Published: June 08, 15, 22, 29, 2012 LACC N/C

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

Page 28 | June 8 , 2012 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. CA-09261039-ED Order No.: 090189485-CA-DCI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/1/2007. 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. 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 Section 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 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(s): NANSEE LANNING, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 6/12/2007 as Instrument No. 20071414252 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 7/2/2012 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,745,207.92 The purported property address is: 139 NORTH LE DOUX ROAD, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 Assessor's Parcel No. 4334-017-056 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

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.co m, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA09-261039-ED. 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. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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 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. Date: -- Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-7302727 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.co m Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. 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 holders right's 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 I N F O R M AT I O N 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. A-4253450 06/08/2012, 06/15/2012, 06/22/2012 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 132675514 APN: 4384-017-002 TRA: 00067 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx6227 REF: Snyder, Drew IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED March 23, 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 28, 2012, at 9:00am, CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded March 30, 2007, as Inst. No. 20070750409 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Drew Carson Snyder, 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 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: 9680 Yoakum 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 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: $940,182.30. 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 HYPERLINK "http://www.rppsales.com" www.rppsales.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1326755-14. 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: June 04, 2012. (R-411975 06/08/12, 06/15/12, 06/22/12) —————————— 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: 05-25-2012 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) 730-2727, or visit the Internet Web site w w w. l p s a s a p. c o m (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting & Publishing at (714) 5731965 or visit the Internet Web site www.priority-

posting.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. A-4246829 05/25/2012, 06/01/2012, 06/08/2012

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012087413 The following is/are doing business as: WELL CARE SERVICES 219-1/2 N. Alvarado St., Los Angeles, CA 90026; Teresita B. Garcia 219-1/2 N. Alvarado St., Los Angeles, CA 90026; The business is conducted by: 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

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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

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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

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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

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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 under the name(s) listed herein 1985: Khosrow Matian, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 16, 2012; Published: May 25, June 01, 08, 15, 2012 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012092824 The following is/are doing business as: DEEP FEED-BACK 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

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clean, professional, large, BUSY AND WELL remodeled offices available ESTABLISHED SALON within a full-service suite, IN BEVERLY HILLS w/ excellent views, HAS 3 STATIONS located on Wilshire Blvd. Secretarial bays, interior FOR RENT offices, & 2 - HAIRSTYLIST 1- MANICURIST storage also available. $1-2K per office Great Location

Great Parking. Call 310/246-1365

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RETAIL FRONTAGE & SMALL OFFICE *** SUITES *** NO NNN All Utilities Included. Must Lease Now! Call 310/237-2977 or 713/266-1444

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

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CARTHAY CIRCLE 4 Bd. or 3 Bd. +1 office 3 Baths + Den Wet bar, living room w/ fireplace, formal dining room, breakfast room, kitchen w/ built-ins, laundry room w/ washer/dryer, 2 car garage.

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

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Appx. 3,300 sq ft.

1628 Westgate Ave.

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Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s for seniors needing companions to drive them to doctors, prepare meals, light housekeeping, etc... We offer responsible and nurturing care. Our staff is thoroughly screened and we care. Live In/Out.

at 9595 Wilshire Bl. Beverly Hills, 90210 508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 2 Bd. + 2 1/ 2 Ba. 1 Large Executive • OPEN HOUSE • Live-Out. Window Office & M o n . - F r i . • 9 - 5 pm 1-Story Home. 1 Support/ Conierge service, gym Reception Area. No children. Lite cooking. spa, security camera’s. * * * * * * * Contact: Stan Gerlach $895,000 (Not in the MLS) Or: Bryan Dunne 310/277-8881 G LOBAL VANTAGE : 310/550-2500 310/279-5133 98

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1 BED/1 BATH $460,000 5 Star Renovation, Limestone Counters, Hardwood Floors, Large Balcony, Custom Cabinetry Partial City Views, Quiet Location

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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

$1,395,000 2 Bd+Off.+21/2 Ba Elegant Remodel. Generous Master. Luxurious Baths! No Expense Spared. • DIANA COOK • COLDWELL BANKER • BH

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WEST L.A. Bright & Airy. Dishwasher, Intercom entry, on-sight parking, on-sight laundry facility. Close to transportation.

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519 S. Barrington Ave.

2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

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Bright unit. Dishwasher, On-site laundry, parking. Close to Brentwood Village.

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310/472-8915

POCKET LISTINGS

• WESTWOOD •

550 Veteran Ave. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH = = = = = = = = PLUS GUESTHOUSE = 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath = Single 1900sf home. 6500sf lot. = 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath = with beautiful backyard.

Spacious,, microwave, South of Wilshire Blvd. intercom entry, on-sight laundry & parking. Call Fariba Ramin Very close to UCLA 310/600-1314 & Westwood Village .

310/208-5166

DRE# 01329041

300 HOUSES FOR SALE

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• BRENTWOOD • HEART OF W E S T W O O D BRENTWOOD 922 S. Barrington Av. W I L S H I R E ~ WEST L.A. ~ 1380 CORRIDOR Midvale Ave. 11640 Kiowa Ave. • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • BEVERLY HILLS

245 S. DOHENY

440

• • • • • 2 BEDROOM APT. * • • • • •1 Bd.+1 Ba. Newly Updated * * ••• • • 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath One room converted *** ••• • •• 1 Bdrm. + 1Bath •••••••• into room / office Pool, elevator, 1675 Colby Ave.

Spacious & Bright. controlled access, onsight laundry, parking. A/C, balcony, Close to U.C.L.A. Call 310/821-5689 dishwasher, stove, 310/473-1509 wet bar, intercom entry, B E V E R LY H I L L S on-sight laundry, prkg. • WESTWOOD • Upper 2 bd + 2ba 672 Kelton Ave. 310/477-0072 f Many closets, laundry X-St. Strathmore facility, gated parking, • 2 Bdrm. +1 Bath • conveniently located • WESTWOOD • • 1 B d r m . + 1 Bath • by restaurants, shop- 1422-1428 Kelton Av. Controlled access, Spacious ping and transport. parking, laundry facility. No Pets. No smoking. • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. Close to U.C.L.A. 310/927-3264 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • 310/208-3085

with or without furnishing available.

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∞∞ ∞∞ ∞∞ ∞ Balcony, dishwasher, elevator, parking. • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • CLOSE TO SHOPS+DINING. ∞ a/c, heated pool, ∞Luxury ∞ ∞Living ∞∞∞ 310/826-0541 elevator controlled with valet, access, on-site laundry, • WESTWOOD • lush garden parking. Close to 10933 Rochester Ave. surrounding pool, Brentwood Village, 2 B d r m . + 2 B a t h gym, elevator, etc. Jr . Executive Shops & Restaurants. Dishwasher, Spacious, balcony, • 310/826-4889 • a/c, fireplace, pool, central air, balcony. Call: 310/470-4474 controlled access, SANTA MONICA laundry fac., parking. BEVERLY HILLS

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8 0 8 4 t h S t . Close To U.C.L.A. • • • • • 310/473-5061 • 1• Bd. + 1 Ba. • • * * * * * * • • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. * 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. * * Large fireplace, * H O L L Y W O O D G ORGEOUS UNITS • Hardwood floors, * 1769-1775 Sycamore Av. * Central air, large W E S T L . A . dishwasher, controlled SANTA MONICA balcony, dishwasher, • B a c h e l o r balcony, pool, elevator, intercom entry, 1415 Brockton Ave. • Single on-site laundry, access, on-site 427 Montana Ave. Controlled access, elevator, prkg., pool. 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath intercom entry. • • •••• laundry & parking. laundry facility. •••• 320 N. La Peer Dr. • Close to Beach • 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath Utilities Included. • 310/246-0290 • C LOSE TO U.C.L.A. • • • B a c h e l o r • • • 310/394-7132 Balcony, stove, fridge, • •• 323/851-3790 • CLOSE TO 310/864-0319 ••• ••• dishwasher, on-sight Close to Everything. S H O P S & D I N I N G Controlled access,

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laundry, parking.

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BEVERLY HILLS

B E V E R LY H I L L S

Fireplace, balcony, 10530-10540 Wilshire Bl. wet bar, dishwasher, • 2 Bdrm. +1 Bath • laundry facility,

3 BEDROOM, 3 BATH Split level apartment with 2 garage parking spots, new applainces, dishwasher. Close to Cedar.

By appointment only. 323/244-9470

—————–––– CULVER CITY 3830 Vinton Ave.

• • Single • • • • • • • •• Pool, sauna, fridge, dishwasher intercom entry, elevator, on-site laundry, parking.

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garage, laundry facility. 443 S. Oakhurst Dr. W E S T L . A . C LOSE T O S HOPS Close to Beach. 12333 TeXaS Ave. 1 Bd.+1 Ba. & R ESTAURANTS . 1 0 9 0 5 O h i o A v e .

WESTWOOD

≈ W E S T ≈ BEVERLY HILLS L O S A N G E L E S 218 S. Tower Dr. 310/394-7132 ∞∞∞∞∞∞ = = = = ∞ 310/363-3766 • • 11305 Pl. = = = ————–––– B R I G H T & S P A C I O U S 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath 1 B d r mGraham • • • • • • • —————–––– •••• Bachelor •••• — . 1 B a th • • S i n g l e • • + ∞∞∞∞∞∞ MID-WILSHIRE ∞ • BRENTWOOD • Intercom entry, a/c, Balcony, stove, • Single • • 340 S. St. Andrews Pl. B E V E R L Y H I L L S • • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • L IVING. 125 N. Barrington Av. dishwasher, dishwasher, on-sight Old World Charm ! • • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath on-site laundry & parking. •• •• •• •• •• Bright, controlled access, Balcony, controlled Balcony, dishwasher, intercom-entry, Bright, intercom entry, laundry, parking.

elevator, intercom N EWLY R EMODELED balcony, pool, elevator, access, parking, entry, on-site • 1 B drm. laundry fac., prkg. elevator, on-site laundry. laundry, parking. + 1 B ath •

Close To U.C.L.A. Close to shopping. P LEASE C ALL : Upscale, Bright, 323/352-6255 310/477-6856 310/435-3693 Gorgeous & Spacious. With Pool, balcony, In The HEART of Border of central air, fireplace, *BEVERLY HILLS* BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE stove, elevator, 170 N. Crescent Dr. B E V E R L Y H I L L S 8725 Clifton Way * * 321 S. Sherbourne Dr. intercom entry, prkg. Newly Remodeled * * * 1* *

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• 310/476-2181 • • 1 Bdrm.+

Close to shopping.

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Den+2 Bath •

2 Bdrm. +1 /2 Bath Large & Bright. Pool, a/c, balcony, fridge, stove, laundry rm., prkg., intercom entry, elevator.

310/207-1869

SCHOOL.

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WEST L.A. 11730 SUNSET BLVD. 1433 Armacost Ave. • Jr. Executive • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath 1 B d r m . Rooftop pool, + 1 Bath deck, gym, central air, B RIGHT & S PACIOUS .

fridge, stove, laundry fac.

CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING . 310/531-3992

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1 Blk. East of Doheny Dishwasher, 1 BEDROOM controlled access • Spacious • • Free WiFi Access • Clean, bright, nice size • • • • Jr. Executive • • ~ 310/476-3824 ~ on-sight laundry, prkg. apartments. Swimming 310/363-3766 Controlled access, BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE pool, laundry facilty CL O S E TO AL L and gated garage. air conditioning, stove, L O S A N G E L E S S H O P P I N G A R E A S Call 310/276-9871 elevator, laundry 401 S. HOOVER St. facility, parking. * * * * SANTA MONICA elevator, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, parking.

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Lrg. unit. Balcony, Walk-in closet, 1409 Midvale Ave. intercom entry, laundry C L O S E T O S H O P S •••• ••• •••• & R ESTAURANTS . * * * * facility, elevator, prkg. 2 Bd.+1 Ba. • 310/247-8689 • • 1 B d r m 310/385-9169 • CONDO • • • 1628 Westgate Ave. +1 Bath Single • CHARMING & BRIGHT • Close to Cedars-Sinai, 1222 Princeton St. ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • S i n g l e Close to Cedars, Beverly Center & • • • 2 Bedroom Bright & Airy. * * * * * * * * • 1 Bath • • • • restaurants, shopping L O W M O V E - I N ! Trendy Robertson Bl. Dishwasher, Control access, A/C, pool, intercom DISHWASHER, POOL, Intercom entry, on-sight & transportation. POOL, “ T h e M i s s i o n ” **CENTURY CITY** dishwasher, elevator, CONTROLLED ACCESS, parking, on-sight entry, laundry facility, • 310/246-3889 • • W e s t w o o d • 2220 S. Beverly Glen elevator, parking. on-site laundry laundry facility. ON - SIGHT LAUNDRY and parking. Close to transportation. Close to U.C.L.A. AND PARKING . • •

WESTWOOD

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310/478-8616

—————–––– ~ WESTWOOD ~ 10992 Ashton Ave.

• • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • • • Single • Balcony, intercom entry, elevator, onsight laundry, prkg. Close to UCLA & Westwood Village .

310/479-8977

• SINGLE • L.A.’S FINEST, MOST 213/385-4751 310/980-3384 LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL • 1 B d . + 1 B a . • 120 Granville Ave. * * * * * * • • • • • • • • BRENTWOOD • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • BRENTWOOD • • • • • • • • L o t s o f • • 11666 Goshen Ave. * * * * * * * * TOWNHOUSE 1 Bd.+1 Ba. Character & Charm ! ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • 6-Month Lease Avail. 872 S. Westgate Ave. Alcove fireplace, fridge, • • • • • • * * * * * * Large, Sunny & Bright. Every 2 Bd.+11/2 Ba. 1 Bd.+Den+11/2 Extra Luxury: laundry facility, gated ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) Hardwood floors, custom cabinets, granite Patio, dishwasher, parking, intercom countertops, stone entry, Central air/heat, wet bar, fireplace, heated pool, intercom pool, health club, spa. entry and more. fireplace, patio, dishwasher, • Close to UCLA • controlled access, entry, on-sight lndry., prkg. • 310/552-8064 • 1350 S. Midvale Ave. parking, L.A., 90024 Close to Everything. Rooftop jacuzzi with pool, elevator, parking, laundry facility, C o n t a c t M g r. : laundry facility. • 310/864-0319 • panoramic city views. 424/202-7286 310/207-1965 310/312-9871

• BRENTWOOD •

310/820-1810

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519 S. Barrington Ave.

2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

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1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Bright unit. Dishwasher, On-site laundry, parking. Close to Brentwood Village.

310/472-8915

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Prime Beverly Hills

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Deluxe Spacious Upper Duplex With large view private balcony, overlooking a beautiful garden with a soothing fountain, formal dining room, lots of storage, cuboards & built-in closets,central air, hardwood floors, fireplace and appliances. Great location, quiet street.

HUGE 1,700+ Sq Ft New Wood Floors. New Granite Kitchen w/ Stainless Steel Appl. 7 Closets. Patio. Non-Smoking Bldg.

Rooftop Pool+Deck. Near Peninsula Hotel & BHHS. $4,400/Month

310/471-2737

Must see to appreciate.

Absolutely Beautiful! $3,350/MO. Call 323/655-5333

PENTHOUSE ON SUNSET STRIP

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Deluxe Spacious Upper Duplex

Please call 310-315-9622 or 310-729-2986 for showing. Priced at $3,950/Month

LUXURIOUS CONDO Prime Beverly Hills 200 N. SWALL DRIVE 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Quiet neighborhood. 1,500 sq. ft. Pool, jacuzzi, sauna, new modern fitness rm, 24 hour security, valet parking, large balcony, A/C & heating , washer/dryer, side-by-side garage parking w/extra storage. $3,850/MO.

310/435-0490 or 424/288-4465

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

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3 Bd. + 2 Ba. + Den Entire 2nd flr, dining &

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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! $3,400/MO. 310/474-8341

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With large view private centurycityliving.com balcony, overlooking a Valet and Guest beautiful garden with a soothing fountain, formal Parking. Huge Heated Pool, Security Staff, dining room, lots of Doorman & Housestorage, cuboards & man, Switchboard built-in closets,central Tennis, Fitness Center air, hardwood floors, Business Center fireplace and appliances. Great location, quiet street. NEW LISTINGS EVERYDAY Must see to appreciate. Call for latest properties

Absolutely Beautiful! $3,350/MO. Call 323/655-5333

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 3 BDRM, 2 BATH 1 BED/1 BATH UPPER DUPLEX $2,550/MO Spacious with formal High Floor Partial City & Ocean dining room, central Views, Real Hardwood Floors air, washer & dryer. Walk-In closet, Quiet Location 2 parking, no pets. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Close to shops & park. 1 BED/1 BATH $3,200/MO. $2,550/MO Call 310/284-8844 Renovated, Real Hardwood Floors Large Balcony, Quiet Location

————— HANCOCK PARK ADJ LUXURY 3 BEDROOM DUPLEX APARTMENT Bay windows, new kitchen, wall-to-wall carpet, owner occupied. No garage. Retired professional couple preferred. No Smokers. $2,800/MO. Call 323/829-2933

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1 BED/1 BATH $2,650/MO High Floor. Partial City & Ocean Views. Renovated Real Hardwood Floors

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1 BED/DEN/2 BATHS $3,150/MO fully furnished, renovated, unobstructed city and ocean views, 2 large balconies, plush carpet floors, etc.

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Professionally deco2 BED/DEN/2 BATHS rated. All new interior. $3,650/MO Hrwd., drapes, granite Fully Furnished. Renovated kitch/bath, s.s. appl., w/d Kitchen & Baths. 2 Large hook-ups, hi-ceilings. Balconies. Real Hardwood Floors

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3 BDRM, 2 BATH UPPER DUPLEX breakfast rms, new stove, Spacious with formal dishwasher, blinds, utility dining room, central rm. w/ washer/dryer, air, washer & dryer. 2-car garage. Pets OK. 2 parking, no pets. Close to shops & $3,400/Month park. 310/963-9102 $3,200/MO. B.H. SCHOOL DISTRICT. Call 310/284-8844

2 BDRM. • $2,490 310/271-6811 Cell: 310/994-4122

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with 1 full Bathroom Formal dining, wood floors. completely renovated, brand new kitchen with stove and dishwasher, high ceilings, laundry hook-ups double enrty. Near Beverly Hills Schools. $2,500/MO. Call 310/991-2016

$1,450/MO. ELEVATOR, stall shower + tub, ceiling fan, balcony, controlled access. Quiet, no pets. OPEN HOUSE Weekends 12pm-4pm Call 323/252-5600 or 424/249-3012

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Charming 6-Unit Bldg. WILSHIRE CORRIDOR $1,100/Month 9583 ALCOTT ST.

* SPACIOUS *

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Balcony, bar, fireplace, New stove, central A/C laundry on each floor, elevator, 2-car parking. Great manager on-site Sorry No Pets. $2,200 & Up Call 310/437-1826

FABULOUS BACHELOR APT.

Near Westwood Blvd. Apartment or Office Kitchenette, full bath parking, pool, spa, gym, 24 hr security. A/C. 1 yr lease. No Pets/smoking. $1,350/MO. 310/441-0033 PP

760/321-4999

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Near Century City and Roxbury Park in small quiet bldg. Unit includes crown moulding, wood BEVERLY HILLS floors, fridge, new stove, B E V E R L Y H I L L S 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH large separate kitchen, $1,250/MO. new windows private 336 S. Rexford Dr. Lower unit, stove, A/C. security garage. No pets. • 2 Bdrm. +1 Bath •

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Pets OK. Call 310/713-1664 Open Daily To View For more information Call 310/278-8999 Beautiful Bachelor Close to shops+dinning BEVERLY HILLS of Brentwood Village Lrg. Upper Single Art-deco style bldg. w/

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310/247-8547 310/433-1949 w/ Full Kitchen • $1,185 intercom entry+attractive

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New stove+fridge,

main lobby. Lovely court-

BEVERLY HILLS carpet, 2 spacious ~ TRIANGLE ~ closets, ceiling fan, yard pool. Kitchenette. 226 N. Crescent Dr.

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Laundry fac. • $895 covered parking, water +gas+electric incld laundry facility. No pets. Quiet 6-Unit Bldg. RIMMA: 323/653-3112

• Large • 1 Bd. +Den. +2 Ba. Call: 310/704-4656 RADU: 310/826-4380 LOTS OF NATURAL LIGHT.

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dining room, hardwood floors, full kitchen, appliances, C H E F S C R A P E W O M A N central air, garage. A O N E L A I C A L H Y D R A No pets. 1 Year Lease. T R E A T O F V E R S A I L L E S

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FREE RENT! Pico/Robertson 2 Bd.+2 Ba. $1,690 L IGHT & A IRY C O R N E R . New custom built-ins in kitchen, skylight, huge closets, central heat, a/c, 2-parking, laundry facility.Cat OK.

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Publisher Clifton S. Smith, Jr *******

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TWO GUEST EDITORIALS Why I Voted ‘No’ By Lili Bosse Beverly Hills City Councilmember Our City Council has spent the last month analyzing the $375 million operating budget and $41 million capital improvement program for fiscal year 2012/2013. Four meetings took place to allow staff and department heads the opportunity to present their proposed budget and requested budget enhancements. The “budget,” as people think of that word, causes most of us to cringe as our nation's and local economy have been mirroring our local issues of skyrocketing pension costs and attempts to find innovative ways to boost the economy. Our wonderful City has had a positive year. Our hotel tax dollars (“Transient Occupancy Tax”) have increased significantly, and our revenues have experienced growth. All in all, it's been a great year for us financially. With our centennial year approaching, I am optimistic that the best is still yet to come for our City. That's the good news. The rain on the parade took place at our City Council meeting yesterday. I had to vote “no.” “No” to new staff hires at $163,900 annually, “no” to another parking service manager at $94,100 annually, “no” to the $10 million public works warehouse that will not benefit our residents or business community and lastly, “no” to a cost of living increase for our city manager's $286,110 base salary when our beloved public safety employees sacrificed theirs this year . . . they said “no.” Yes, I voted “no.”

Why I Voted ‘No’ By John Mirisch Beverly Hills Vice Mayor While we’ve made some moves in the right direction over the past years, this year’s budget stops well short of the systemic changes that need to be made within our City’s bureaucracy. Perhaps this shouldn’t surprise us. Bureaucracies, by definition, often seem to be agents whose main goal is to protect the institutional status quo. In the context of this year’s budget, our past efforts seem to be “nibbling around the edges,” almost in the hope that things will get better and we can go back to the old ways with unsustainable salaries and benefits. This year’s budget increases the number of full-time employees at a time we should be looking to reduce staff and increase efficiencies. I have been pushing for significant pension reform for over three years, both at the City level and at the state level in my role as a member of the League of California Cities Employee Relations Policy Committee. Again, while we have made some progress here, it seems we’re trying to do just enough to get by until the economy recovers so that the system can go back to “business as usual.” Yet if anyone had any doubts about both the need and the public’s desire for true and meaningful pension reform, one only needs to look at this week’s election results in both San Diego and San Jose. In both cities, by landslide margins, residents overwhelmingly voted to fix a system which was both unsustainable and placed an undue burden on those cities’ budgets. Rather than offer some of the rich public pensions that are not available anywhere in the private sector, new hires will be put on 401k-style pension plans – like most of the rest of us. Isn’t it time that we also get with the party? In the meantime, the City’s bureaucracy continues to treat our residents like ATM’s. The city manager will likely get a 2 percent salary increase this year, with the justification that 2 percent matches the CPI index. And yet if inflation is “only” 2 percent, why are we increasing our water rates 14 percent over the next two years – after already having raised them by more than 50 percent in the last few years? I don’t have a problem if we overhaul the system in a gradual and deliberate fashion, but this year’s budget does not seem to me to be a step in the right direction. Increased staff, increased salaries and benefits, and increased fees to the residents are, in my opinion, simply bad policy and I cannot vote for a budget which both avoids necessary systemic changes and which continues to treat the residents like ATM’s.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR POLICY We welcome “Letters to the Editor.” Remember the following:

Email: myopinion@bhcourier.com

(1) The shorter the better; (2) Refrain from personal attacks or insults;

Fax: 310-271-5118

3) Keep to one topic; 4) Do not send letters which have appeared elsewhere.

Mail to: The Courier 8840 W. Olympic Blvd. Beverly Hills CA 90211

Rabbi Jacob Pressman LET’S TAKE A TRIP THROUGH TIME For the benefit of any youthful readers of this column, may I add some words that have begun to drop out of your vocabulary? There used to be something called “smog.” The atmosphere above greater Los Angeles was thick with pollution. It hung over the basin like a malignant cloud causing us to weep because of the way it stung our eyes. There used to be a news announcement daily as to the degree of the smog for the coming day. Happily, it is no longer a part of your vocabulary because it is now gone. A word in more common usage was “graffiti.” Every available wall was painted with symbols and mottos and invective so that the whole basin was almost an anthology. The graffiti is mostly gone now, except for an occasional beautiful work of art done by some gifted anonymous person, and one may walk through the area without fear of being offended by profanity or hate slogans. “Hollywood”, formerly peopled by aloof and unapproachable movie stars, now means a number of motion picture and television actors and actresses who devote enormous amounts of their time and money to wonderful works of repairing the torn places of the fabric of our society. Almost every prominent star has associated himself or herself with some worthy cause for which he or she invests a great deal of time and money. “Spanish”: As the number of our Latino citizens grew, Spanish has become a very respectable first or second language, and the Latino influence in the world of commerce and creativity has grown. Spanish language TV and radio stations are on the air, and commercials are as likely to be in that language as in English. Open-air streetcars we called “trolleys” crisscrossed the area and provided delightful and scenic rides almost everywhere. One could travel from downtown Los Angeles to Santa Monica on an open trolley, breathing in the pure air and enjoying the changing neighborhoods through which they ran. They were used not only for business and visiting, but for sheer pleasure. I suspect that the auto industry had an unseen hand in getting rid of the people-friendly transportation and replacing it with the glut of automobiles and trucks which now make our not very free freeways a multi-lane parking lot at rush hour. Oh, for the good old days.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Congratulations to the Los Angeles Times for finding the only resident to write that Beverly Hills is against the subway. Here is the letter I wrote to the (Times) editor, which did not get in the paper......ummmmm I wonder why! Mark Elliot, your head is buried in the sand. Do you see any sign in Beverly Hills saying “No subway?” Of course not! Everyone I've spoken with do not want a subway under the school. No, I haven’t spoken to all 35,000 residents, but a lot of my colleagues have also talked to people. I don’t know anyone that wants the subway under the school, except, maybe an attorney or two who can profit from the real estate investment. We are not against the subway. Originally, the subway was to go down Santa Monica Boulevard. That was a great location. We just don’t want our kids in harm’s way. I think, Mr. Elliot, you should take your head out of the ground and read what is really going on! Sherry (Berk) Tedeschi ****** Several months ago, Marta Waller wrote a piece in The Courier warning about “Smart Meters” which I just read and agree with 100 percent. I received a letter from Southern California Edison on Tuesday stating that (1) because I had been placed on the opt-out list back in 2011 and (2) because I refused to let them change my meter on my 17-year old home, Edison is now–with the blessings of the CPUC–charging me $75 (a one-time opt-out fee which really is some kind of way to tax me), and have to pay $10 per month extra so a meter reader can swing by and read the meter. I mentioned the fact a meter reader has come by every month during those 17 years. I thought I had already paid monthly for that service, having previously been told once when I questioned my billing. Interestingly, “Smart Meter” customers do not have to pay anything–monetarily, that is. In the long run, they are giving up precious freedoms, and, don’t even know it. I am going to pursue this. Dawn Snyder

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