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City Employees Demand Residents Foot Benefits Bill By Victoria Talbot About 100 employees of the City of Beverly Hills showed up at the City Council meeting Tuesday to express their disappointment over the failed approval of the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) proffered at last week’s meeting. The proposed MOUs would have capped health care costs for the City, ended sur-

Paula Kent Meehan’s family accepted a proclamation at Woofstock. 1

veys and brought employee retirement contributions into compliance with the Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) by requiring employees to make the entire eight percent contribution for their own retirements. To compensate, the City had negotiated a controversial ten percent pay increase that would have in(see ‘CITY SALARIES,’ page 9)

Justin Bieber just moved to Beverly Hills and he’s already causing a stir. 4

PAYING TRIBUTE—About 1,000 mourners were present at Beth Jacob Congregation Tuesday evening to pay respects to slain Israeli teenagers Gilad Shaar, Naftali Frenkel and Eyal Yifrach. Pictured above (From left): Rabbi Adir Posy of Beth Jacob Congregation, Jonathan Gerber of Bnei The Landry Design Group Akiva of Los Angeles, and two Bnei Akiva won the 2014 Gold Nugget youth representatives. Pictured right: award. 5 Consulate General of Israel in Los Angeles David Siegel addresses the capacity crowd. 50th District Assemblyman Richard Bloom was also among those who spoke.

The Farrah Fawcett Foundation honored the 5th anniversary of her death. 5

Dr. Fran Walfish on hiring a life coach for relationship therapy. 13

PROTEST—Beverly Hills City employees packed into the City Council chambers Tuesday to protest the council’s refusal to sign off on an 11percent raise over two years for employees. Courier Photo by Victoria Talbot.

Beverly Hills’ Woofstock Once Again A Howling Success By Victoria Talbot Sunday, Beverly Hills’ La Cienega Park went to the dogs as thousands of them took over Wriggly Field and wagged their way through hoards of treats, toys and fellow canines at Woofstock 2014! The event was a huge success for the pups and their owners. Some dogs came dressed for suc-

cess for the doggie costume competition (and some owners joined in the fun). Others came to show off their tricks in the doggie talent contest. Event highlights included pups (see ‘WOOFSTOCK,’ page 10)

See what fashionable dogs were wearing on page 8 . . .

Luxe Rodeo Drive Receives AAA Four Diamond Rating

•Arts & Entertainment 11 •Birthdays 16 •Letters to the Editor 27

George Christy, Page 6

Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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City Council Rejects Metro Bullying on MOA for Utilities By Victoria Talbot A redlined version of the City’s draft Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the City of Beverly Hills and Metro for the Advanced Utility Relocation (AUR) Phase of the Purple Line Extension Project – Segment One – bore little resemblance to the spirit or intent of the proposed MOA sent to

Metro in February. Metro staff reviewed the draft and returned it with their own suggested revisions. At the City Council Study Session, council members expressed their frustration with the redlined agreement. The City Council reviewed the (see ‘METRO MOA,’ page 7)

tel,” said Luxe owner Efrem Harkam. “It’s been a wonderful year.” It’s an important step, said Harkam. The designation “validates our dedication to taking care of people. And making sure they have a genuinely memorable experience at a great value.” Harkam scores (see ‘LUXE RODEO DRIVE,’ page 9)

SHE’S BACK — Melissa McCarthy takes over the cinema palaces this week with Tammy which she cowrote with her directorhusband Ben Falcone. Celebrity Photo Agency

A Rising Moon And Seaside Breezes Brought Out The Taverna Tony “Faithful” In Malibu, Where Lilly Fallah Lawrence Was Hosting A Dinner Party For Car Connoisseur Steve Karsh

TO THE DOGS—Pictured above: Canine crews of Disc Dogs entertained the crowd with their athletic feats. Pictured left: Shanna Olson with her “hippie dog” Jack.

By Victoria Talbot The Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel has been awarded the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond rating. The flagship of the Luxe Hotel brand, the Luxe Rodeo, has the distinction of being the only hotel located directly on Rodeo Drive. “The street, Rodeo Drive, deserves a Four Diamond ho-

They have two daughters, Vivian and Georgette. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

DATE: July 17, 2014 TIME: 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard LOCATION: Commission Meeting Room 280A Beverly Hills City Hall 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210

The Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at its SPECIAL meeting on Thursday, July 17, 2014, will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to consider a request to construct new, 20’ tall cellular antennas on the roof of the commercial building located at 9301 Wilshire Boulevard. The Planning Commission will consider the following entitlements in reviewing the project:llside R-1 Permit to allow the cumulative floor area on the site to exceed 15,000 square feet. In the Hillside Variance. A request for aforvariance to allow Area, the cumulative floor area all structures on a the site,instalincluding lation of new cellular antennas on the roof of square the the area of all basements on that site, may not exceed 15,000 project a total of 12 feetbuilding. without theThe approval of aincludes Hillside R-1 Permit. Thepanel-style existing strucantennas that would be contained within two separate tures on the site contain a total cumulative floor area of 32,632 square rooftop enclosures. The antennas and enclosures feet. The proposed accessory structure would contain a total o would have a maximum height of 20’ as measured from the adjacent roof deck, which exceeds the 15’ height limit established in the Municipal Code for cellular antennas mounted on commercial buildings. The variance is requested to allow the antennas and enclosures to exceed the 15’ height limitation.

The Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at a SPECIAL meeting on Thursday, July 17, 2014, will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to consider:Hillside R-1 Permit to allow the cumulative floor area on the site to exceed 15,000 square feet. In request forthe a cumulative variance to allow an all accessory theAHillside Area, floor area for structuresstrucon a site, ture (pool house) to be built on a property without a including the area of all basements on that site, may not exceed main residence, and to allow the pool house to be 15,000 square feet without the approval of a Hillside R-1 Permit. The located less than 100’ theafront property line. existing structures on the sitefrom contain total cumulative floor The area of subject property is located in the hillside area at 1297 32,632 square feet. The proposed accessory structure would contain Monte a total o Cielo Drive, at the intersection of Monte Cielo Drive and Monte Cielo Court near the border between the Cities of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles. The proposed one-story pool house would include approximately 850 square feet of floor area, have a height of 14’, and be set back a minimum of 5’ from the nearest property line. The subject property is currently inaccessible except from the adjacent property at 1721 f 2,276 square feet. If approved, cumulative area d be Monte Cielo Court locatedthe in total the City of Losfloor Angeles. a Both properties are held under the same ownership, and if approved would function as a single site, with the pool house being accessory to the main residence at 1721 Monte Cielo Court. proximately 34,908 square feet, exceeding the This project has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. The project qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) in accordance with the requirements of Section 15303 of the Guidelines for the “construction of an accessory structure appurtenant to the primary dwelling unit in a residential zone.”, and the project has been determined not to have a significant environmental impact and is exempt from the provisions of CEQA.

This project has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. The project qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption for minor alterations to commercial structures, and the project has been determined not to have a significant environmental impact and is exempt from the provisions of CEQA. Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the Commission. According to Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the Commission's action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Ryan Gohlich, Senior Planner in the Planning Division at 310.285.1194, or by email at rgohlich@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the project plans and associated application materials are on file in the Community Development Department, and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Sincerely: Ryan Gohlich, Senior Planner

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Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the Commission. According to Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the Commission's action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Andre Sahakian, Associate Planner in the Planning Division at (310) 285-1127, or by email at asahakian@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the project plans and associated application materials are on file in the Community Development Department, and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Sincerely: Andre Sahakian, Associate Planner

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Beverly Hills Detective George Elwell Honored At City Hall For Marijuana Conviction By Victoria Talbot Beverly Hills Det. George Elwell was honored with a proclamation by the City Council Tuesday for an investigation that led to the conviction of Andrew Harrison Kramer for at least 26 documented crimes against one family in a battle over a marijuana dispensary. Det. Elwell is a 24-year veteran of the BHPD, currently assigned to the Detective Bureau. He has been an investigator for 17 years, and in this investiga-

tion, his experience led to the conviction of a dangerous criminal and four co-conspirators in the marijuana wars. Det. Elwell’s investigation began in 2011. The crimes committed included five counts of attempted arson, home invasion, and stalking against George Lanning, his wife and three adult children between 2009-2012. Lanning and Kramer were business partners in a deal that (see ‘GEORGE ELWELL’ page 14)

Det. George Elwell

Welcome To ‘Bieberly’ Hills: Beverly Hills’ New Resident Justin Bieber Already Causing A Stir

Justin Bieber is now living in a condo on Oakhurst in Beverly Hills.

Courier Photo by Connor Moldo

By Victoria Talbot TMZ and other gossip rags may be having a field day with Beverly Hills’ newest and noisiest resident, but longtime locals are not. Justin Bieber’s new place is drawing the attention of the Beverly Hills Police Department and “Beliebers,” the young fans who love him. Early Tuesday morning (3:04 a.m.) a call came in about a disturbance on the street in front of the condo on Oakhurst. “Police respond to a complaint of juveniles in the street,” said BHPD’s Sgt. Max Subin. “People on the sidewalk were causing a disturbance, noise. Residents called. They complied,” said Subin. A photo posted by TMZ shows Bieber with pound-for-pound boxing champ Floyd “Money” Mayweather, Cleveland Browns first round NFL draft pick Johnny Manziel, R&B singer/actor Tyrese, rapper (see ‘JUSTIN BIEBER’ page 14)

HONORING PAULA–The City of Beverly Hills presented Michael Miller, son of Paula Kent Meehan, with a proclamation from the City honoring her successful business and philanthropic life. Meehan died last Monday in her Beverly Hills home. Meehan’s funding was instrumental in creating the annual Woofstock event in Beverly Hills. Pictured (from left): Mayor Lili Bosse, Jeeny Miller, Michael Miller and Vice Mayor Julian Gold. Courier Photo By Victoria Talbot.

Beverly Hills High’s Highlights Wins Top Journalism Honor By Matt Lopez Beverly Hills High School’s own student-produced newspaper was named best high school newspaper this summer by the L.A. Press Club at its 56th SoCal Journalism Awards. Highlights, the BHHS student newspaper, beat out Daniel Pearl Magnet High School’s for the second straight year for the top high school honor. “It is always really great to see the students on Highlights

recognized for their hard work,” adviser Gaby Herbst said. “I’m especially proud to see the journalistic efforts of high school students recognized among some very prestigious collegiate journalism students and programs.” Highlights staffers Jackson Prince, Mabel Kabani and Arman Zadeh took second, third and third place respectively in their specific individual competitions.

BIG BAXTER–Baxter is a 3-year-old, 40-pound Golden Retriever/ Wheaten Terrier mix who was left at a shelter when his owners sadly lost their home. Luckily for him, ShelterHopePetShop.org came to his rescue before it was too late. Those interested in giving Baxter a second chance at a happy home may contact Shelter Hope at 805-379-3538.

WALTER’S CAFE SHOUT OUT–Walter’s Cafe received a 60-second shout out at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Walter’s, located at 153 S. Beverly Dr., has the #1 delivery status in Beverly Hills, with a team of bicyclists ready to fan out across the City. The restaurant spent its first 25 years on Rodeo Drive and has been a Beverly Hills favorite since 1949. With fresh and speedy deliveries, take out and dine in, their signature salads and sandwiches, pastas and entrees will tickle any palette well into the extended evening hours. (from left): Councilmember Nancy Krasne, Vice Mayor Julian Gold, Walter’s owner Fred Djie, wife Teri, Mayor Lili Bosse, Vice Mayor Willie Brien, Councilmember John Mirisch and in front, Kylie, 4 and Aiden, 7.

CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAYS –The Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club will honor Fred Fox (right) on his 100th birthday along with a fellow centenarian Jim Hastey at a party on Tuesday, July 15. The HPLBC has been a Holmby Hills’ fixture since 1927. Fox is pictured with Tom Seres (center), club president, and Cecil Bator. Information: 818997-8760.

Beverly Hills’ Rexford Drive Closed Twice Due To Suspicious Packages By Victoria Talbot The 500-block of Rexford Drive between North and South Santa Monica Boulevard was closed last Thursday while the Beverly Hills Police Department investigated a suspicious package found at City Hall. The 400-block of Rexford was closed Wednesday when motorists found a suspicious package magnetically attached to their vehicle. Both incidents were investigated and the POLICE ACTIVITY – Rexford Drive near City Hall packages were determined to be harmless. was closed twice in the last two weeks due to Thursday’s incident resulted in a temporary suspicious packages being found.

Holmby Park Lawn Bowlers To Salute Two Centenarians

Courier Photo by Victoria Talbot

(see ‘LAWN BOWLING,’ page 7)

(see ‘SUSPICIOUS PACKAGE’ page 14)

By John L. Seitz The Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club will salute two of its active and oldest members, 100-year old Fred Fox and Jim Hastey, with a special birthday celebration on Tuesday, July 15. The club which began in 1927 meets regularly Tuesday,

Thursday and Saturday with twilight bowling a new Wednesday fixture at Holmby Park. Walt Disney was an active member of both the HPLBC and its Beverly Hills counterpart. According to Tom Seres,

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Funeral Services Are Saturday For Paula Kent Meehan

GOLD NUGGET–The Landry Design Group won the prestigious Gold Nugget Grand Award in the Custom Home category for this Mediterranean revival-style home on North Crescent Drie. Left, the exterior is an invitation framed with lush foliage. Right, the interior reveals the owner’s love of Wallace Neff.

Landry Design Group Wins 2014 Gold Nugget Award for Beverly Hills Residence By Victoria Talbot The Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC) announced the winners last week at the 51st annual awards ceremony of the nation’s oldest design awards competition. Among the winners, the Landry Group received a Grand Award in the Custom Home category for a

richly designed Mediterranean Revival-style home built in the spirit of 1920’s Master Architect Wallace Neff. The home, located on North Crescent Drive, features traditional thick plaster walls, reclaimed wood ceilings and a carved stone entry. “We were so honored to

win the Grand Award,” said Lead Associate Architect Mark Savary. But more importantly, said Savary, they had great clients. Beverly Hills residents Bryan and Wendy Turner had a clear vision of what they wanted. “Wendy was a great inspi(see ‘GOLD NUGGET’ page 10)

Beverly Hills Summer Reading Program Enrollment Reaches 2,000 By Victoria Talbot No one wants to miss out on the Summer Reading Program in Beverly Hills, it seems! This summer the program boasts over 2,000 kids, tweens and teens and even adult readers, signed up for reading. This summer the theme is “Let’s Celebrate,” bringing the series alive with a party mis-

sion. Every event is partythemed, including movie nights, book discussions, crafts and birthdays. And every Tuesday is another surprise, including magicians and jugglers and fun kidperfect performances for “Terrific Tuesday.” On July 15, come hear the music of Clint

Perry & the Boo Hoo Crew. On July 22, Amazing Dave will perform magic tricks for your entertainment. The events are free and open to all residents. To sign up or for more information, visit www.beverlyhills.org/src2014 Tuesdays’ shows start at 3:30 p.m. in front of City Hall, in the Civic Center Plaza.

ENTREPRENEURS–Beverly Hills AYSO Boys Under 10 Development team played its last event of the season at the Santa Barbara Splash Tournament. The team won second place, marking a stunning streak for the younger boys who won two championships and various medals in their last six consecutive events. Pictured (from left): Seth Cohen, Gal Cohavy, Alex Manavi, Brendon Brooks, Royden Sabar, Liel Yosian, Christopher Levinger, Jesse LaMon, Edward Davis; Back: Coach Offer Cohavy.

Australian Rules Football Clinic Comes To Beverly Hills’ La Cienega Park This Summer

Vincent Mirisch demonstrates the proper technique for kicking an Australian football.

By Matt Lopez American football is off for the summer and the World Cup only comes around once every four years. That leaves a lot of “dead” time for a new sport to come in and win the attention of sports fans and one local professional team is hoping Australian Rules Football will do just that. Starting July 13, the Los Angeles Dragons of the Australian Rules Football Club will host a four-weekend Australian Rules Football clinic for kids. The Dragons are part of the United States Australian Football League, a 37-team league founded in 1996. Australian Football is played between two teams with 18 players on the field. Points are scored by kicking the ball between a pair of tall goal posts. Any (see ‘AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL’ page 14)

By Matt Lopez Funeral services for Beverly Hills Courier Chairman Emeritus and philanthropist Paula Kent Meehan will be held Saturday, July 5 at 11 a.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Hollywood Hills. Meehan, a nearly lifelong Beverly Hills resident and contributor to numerous charitable causes in and out of the City, passed away peacefully last week in her home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following organizations: • The Pet Care Foundation. 499 N. Canon Dr. Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Donate on-

line at www.pets90210.org and click on the DONATE tab at the top of the window which will redirect you to PayPal. It is not required that you have a PayPal account to donate. • Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. 4650 Sunset Blvd., Mail Stop #29. Los Angeles CA 90027. Donations can also be made by calling Donor Services at 323-361-3850 or going online to www.chla.org and clicking the DONATE tab on the upper left window. • Church Of Religious Science. 6161 Whitsett Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91606 or by phone at 818-762-7566 or online at www.nhcrs.org.

Hamlet Comes To Beverly Hills’ La Cienega Park Next Thursday By Victoria Talbot Hamlet comes to La Cienega Park on Thursday, July 10 in a live, outdoor performance staged by Shakespeare by the Sea. In its 17th season, the troupe was formed to produce plays free in cooperation with local cities in Ventura, Orange and Los Angeles Counties with 10 performances planned through its 10-week season. The free festival is open to all audiences, the only Shakespeare company on the West Coast that travels to over 20 communities with its program-

ming. Since 1998, Shakespeare by the Sea has reached over 335,000 youths and their families, seniors and individuals. The non-profit organization, based in San Pedro, operates the Little Fish Theatre in the San Pedro Arts District, providing year-round entertainment and Shaking It Up with Shakespeare, a touring educational outreach program. The July 10 Hamlet performance is at 7 p.m. Donations are welcome. For more information visit: www.shakespearebytheseah.org

REMEMBERING FARRAH–The Beverly Hills-headquartered Farrah Fawcett Foundation (FFF) honored the 5th year passing of actress and cancer research advocate Farrah Fawcett with a small reception of friends, family and FFF supporters at the foundation’s Beverly Drive office. FFF President Alana Stewart (left), pictured with actor Ryan O’Neal and actress Jaclyn Smith, discussed the foundation’s partnership with Stand Up 2 Cancer and the translational research team established to help find a cure for HPV related cancers. The mission of the FFF is to provide funding for cutting edge cancer research, to support prevention and awareness, and to help those struggling with cancer. Visit www.thefarrahfawcettfoundation.org. Photo by Vince Bucci

Two Beverly Hills CPAs Among Three A.D.L. Honorees By John L. Seitz Jack Sheldon Neinstein and Kenneth A. Miles, partners in the Beverly Hills’ firm NSBN LLP, CPAs & Business Consultants, along with Jonathan Cookler (Sam Saltsman Award) will be honored by the Anti-Defamation League during the 31st annual ADL/El Caballero Golf Tournament & Awards Dinner on Sept. 10. Neinstein and Miles will receive Corporate Community Service Awards

The full day of golf tournament activities includes lunch, 18 holes of golf, cocktails, live auction, dinner and awards presentation. Proceeds will go towards ADL programs. Alison Diamond and Ron Salter serve as event co-chairs. More than 125 golfers will participate and almost 250 will attend the dinner. For more information or to RSVP, call 310-446-4267 or email ralevy@adl.org.

GEORGE CHRISTY Iran’s late global ambassador for oil, Reza Fallah, and mom Mahin Fallah, whose jewelry ranked second to Queen Elizabeth’s, Lilly was hosting her feast a la Grecque at Taverna Tony to celebrate this rare acquisition.

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rising moon evening and seaside breezes welcomed the Taverna Tony “faithful”. Coming and going were Pierce Brosnan with son Sean, Lisa and Dustin Hoffman, Rachel Zoe, Jamie Gertz and Tony Ressler, Jason Statham with Rosey Huntington-Whiteley. Tableside Lilly’s guests admired her canary yellow couture by Giambattista Valli. Accessorized with a suite of acquamarine earrings and an ornate acquamarine necklace that Elizabeth Taylor would have envied.

The latest treasure in the car collection of Princess Lilly Fallah Lawrence, her 1956 Metropolitan Nash two-seater, unveiled during a Lilly feast at Taverna Tony to celebrate the car with a nod to the Nash’s former owner, Steve Karsh

ar crazies. Everywhere. We grow up with them, don’t we all? High school, college, three years serving Uncle Sam with car crazy army buddies when many were stripped of our hair with those heavy duty Armored Division steel helmets. Meeting up later with those encyclopedic car aficionados throughout our literary life here and abroad.

e’ve now discovered that our Lilly Fallah Lawrence is a veteran car connoisseur. A colossal space near Los Angeles houses and protects her 12 vintage prizewinners acquired at an incalculable cost. She owns two from her idol Elvis Presley. Ranchero trucks that he tooled around in on his Circle G ranch.

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mystery truly, as to why he did, and who will ever know. ‘I want to buy your car. Might there be a price?’ Bewildered he was, yet oddly we negotiated right there while thousands of cars roared by. Sold!

s always at Taverna Tony’s, now in its 20th year, the menu remains incomparable. Fresh Mediterranean dips and salads, prawns and roasted lamb, etc. Mention should be made of Filemon Esparza, the devoted and indefatigable waiter who drives back and forth daily from Riverside to serve the jovial crowds. And applause for trusty Cesar

Jiminez, who takes over the dance floor to the live music and who’s missing his calling by not appearing on Dancing with the Stars.

easting with Lilly were handsome and best-dressed Douglas Banker, currently filming Clint Eastwood’s American Sniper in the Desert Empire ... Howard Celnik from the Fireside Convalescent Hospital, who’s the alwaysthere-for-you activities director, joined by his fashionable wife Romina ... celebrity hairstylist Yuki Takei.

lso: Occidental Oil’s sexy Gena Chanel, who secretly harbors “the yin-yang, about Occidental’s tycoon Armand Hammer,” the Occidental tycoon who made his first fortune by selling pencils with erasers to the Soviet Union ... Dr. Randy Pokomo and wife Cheryl, who accompanied a group of Lilly’s best friends to holiday in Miami at the Gianni Versace multi-million dollar mansion, which Lilly leased for 10 days to explore the art, architecture, food and wine world of the bustling Florida community. Online at www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy

owner Tony Koursaris and to the Nash’s former owner Steve Karsh, another obsessive car collector with his stable of vintage Ferraris, Daytonas, Corvettes, etc.

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a r i n e Corporal Douglas Banker and I were driving along the Pacific Coast Highway on our way to Malibu. A red light flashed and, lo, there “it” was, alongside us. Love at instant sight. Madwoman that I am, I leaped out of Douglas’ Hummer and begged the driver to please pull over.

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Chaz (Mrs. Roger) Ebert hosted the Magnolia Pictures' Life Itself documentary about her late husband, the acclaimed film critic Roger Ebert, at the premiere in Hollywood Wes Craven with Iya Labunka

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John Ridley with wife Gayle Ridley

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Cartoon for The Courier by Janet Salter

METRO MOA (Continued from page 1)

MOA the City sent to Metro and the redlined version that Metro sent back. Metro struck large segments of the agreement and replaced Beverly Hills’ language with language crafted by their own attorneys, reflecting very dissimilar positions. Deborah Fox, an attorney for Metro who prepared the documents, expressed a desire to have the MOUs completed by the next council meeting on July 29. However, in the Metro version, a section of the document reads, “By this Agreement the LACMTA does not concede that it is required by law to obtain permits for the Advanced Utility Relocation work.” Asked about this by Councilmember John Mirisch, Fox replied that there is, “a good body of law that supports those positions,” but that Metro was negotiating in “good faith” with the City of Beverly Hills. The Metro version removes any consequences for MOA violations. Time frames for construction notification have been altered and Metro has removed items that are most significant to the City, such as the 24-hour trouble hotline to speak with a live person. Metro has replaced that personal service with their existing hotline, which has a reputation for being ineffectual and does not connect the caller with a human being. No councilmembers expressed any enthusiasm for the MOA. “We were elected to protect the residents and that’s exactly what I intend to do,” said Councilmember Nancy Krasne. The Metro version, for ex-

LAWN BOWLING (Continued from page 4)

club president, the sport draws participants from every age bracket and occupation.

ample, will leave Wilshire Bl., La Cienega Bl. and San Vicente Bl. with only one open lane in each direction on Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. For the residents, the Saban Theatre and other businesses in the area, this would be challenging. Metro adds, “Work hours for the Monday through Friday nighttime work extends from 8 p.m. on Sunday nights through 6 a.m. on Friday mornings,” in direct opposition to Beverly Hills City ordinances which prohibit work on weekends and at night. The phrase, “unless the Parties agree that it is unsafe, impracticable or inefficient to perform the scope of work in questions under the requirements,” any activity that the City of Beverly Hills prohibits (that was not already stricken) could thus be overridden. The MOA also allows LACMTA to monitor its own noise levels. “Noise levels will be monitored on the average in a 15minute period and limited to 5dBa above pre-existing noise levels.” Sleeping residents could thus be awakened by loud, but brief noises such as jack hammering, for example. The City Council members will each redline the document and communicate with staff for the next version. “Its unrealistic,” said Mirisch about Fox’s stated July 29 goal of reaching an agreement. Metro specifically did not respect their promise to work cooperatively to protect the residents from egregious impacts from construction, treating Beverly Hills residents in much the same manner as residents living near the Wilshire/Fairfax station were treated. Anyone interested in becoming a member of the Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club can email him at tomseres@att.net or call 818-997-8760 for information.

TO SEE AND BE SEEN SUMMER WEEKEND FASHION NODS GO TO THE DOGS! –- Hot diggity-dog! Beverly Hills canines are fa s h i o n - fo r wa r d , showing off this season’s most impressive couture. These doggies showed up dressed to impress at the Woofstock event on Sunday, ignoring the noonday heat. Looking cool in the glamour fashion of the day (including sunglasses and tennis shoes), one could not help but smile!

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T H E FA S H I O N O F B E V E R LY H I L L S

Film Dynamo Paul Mazursky Of Down And Out In Beverly Hills Fame Dies At 84 By John L. Seitz Though he wrote and directed Down And Out In Beverly Hills back in 1986, longtime resident Paul Mazursky was anything but that. The famed moviemaker died Monday of pulmonary cardiac arrest at CedarsSinai Medical Center at age 84. Born on April 25, 1930 in Brooklyn, he attended college there and then studied method acting with Lee Strasberg. He had small parts in Blackboard Jungle, Fear And Desire, and A Star Is Born as well as television episodes on such series as The Twilight Zone and The Rifleman. After moving to California in 1959, he became a writer and joined forces with Larry Tucker in scripting The Monkees pilot episode and the Peter Sellers’ comedy I Love You Alice B. Toklas. In 1969, Mazursky cowrote and directed his first film Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice for which he received the first of five Oscar nominations–the others being Harry And Tonto

(1974), An Unmarried Woman -writing and producing-(1978) and Enemies, A Love Story. Some of his other works include Alex In Wonderland, Blume In Love, Next Stop Greenwich Village, Moscow On The Hudson, Willie & Phil, Scenes From A Mall, Moon Over Parador and Tempest. His autobiography Show Me The Magic recounted his filmmaking experiences. In recent years, he appeared as an actor in Larry David’s HBO series Curb Your Enthusiasm and several other shows. Mazursky was given a career achievement award by the Los Angeles Film Critics Association and awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In February, he received the Screen Laurel Award from the Writers Guild of America. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Betsy; daughter Jill Mazursky;grandchildren Carly, Kate, Molly and Tommy; and great-grandson Luca.

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CITY SALARIES ( from page 1) creased 1-percent this coming October and been renegotiated in October 2015. At issue is the unfunded pension liability, currently estimated at $120 million, with some estimates as high as $200 milion, that will increase exponentially in coming years. Those MOU agreements are with the Municipal Employees Association, Safety Support Association, Management and Professional Employees Association, Supervisors Association, the Confidential Employees Association and the Department Directors, Assistant Department Directors and Senior Management Employees Association. In a 3-2 split (with Councilmember Willie Brien and Vice Mayor Julian Gold dissenting) the City Council rejected the MOUs last Tuesday in their second reading before the council. Two weeks prior, during the first reading, the City Council had shown support for the negotiated agreements with 4-1 split, Councilmember John Mirisch the lone dissenter. City employees came to express their frustration over the apparent reversal and to encourage the Council to reconsider at a closed City Council session that followed the formal session, set to reconsider the MOUs. “New information that I did not know before came forward,” explained Councilmember Nancy Krasne. “When I found out, I voted no on the contract.” In Public Comments, the VP of one of the negotiating organizations said that she had “repeatedly watched the video of last week’s meeting. It makes me feel unappreciated.” She said that employee moral was “diminished.” Another group leader said they felt, “frustration and betrayal.” Employees complained of no cost of living increases since 2008 and enduring furloughs during the recession’s worst days to stay employed by the City. Much of the discussion cited the employees at the lower end of the spectrum who are most vulnerable to either cuts or furloughs. “Miscellaneous Employees are the lower paid

LUXE (from page 1) very high in customer loyalty, 28/30. Harkam believes it is because his hotel exceeds customer expectations. But the Luxe Rodeo is also part of the Beverly Hills community. “We work to take care of the community,” said Harkam. Luxe was the scene of the Beverly Hills Birthday Cake that fed 15,000 people at the Beverly Hills Birthday Bash earlier this year, insuring a place in photo albums across

July 4, 2014 | Page 9 employees of the City. They are not able to retire young. They work into their 60s because we live paycheck to paycheck. Cost of living increases are important to our families,” said one employee. Another employee, Karen Myron, spoke of the difficulty of getting by with her $50,000 yearly salary. In addition to that number, she has been recieving city paid pensions, health benefits and administrative time off (overtime). Beverly Hills City employees work nine days out of ten. The median income for a Beverly Hills household in the 90211 zip code is $46,892, according to the U.S. Census based on 2008-2012 data. The City has been in negotiations since the employees’ contracts expired last October. Mirisch was very clear: “It’s a numbers game. Its not about the quality of your work,” he said. “Go back and figure out something that is fair and sustainable. Negotiations have not taken place in bad faith. We have to look out for the residents,” he said. Mirisch, Bosse and Krasne expressed their allegience to the residents, while Brien threw his support behind the employees. “I support the people who work in this City,” said Councilmember Brien, who talked about the City’s surplus. “We spend $275,000 on a Rose Bowl float but not on the raises you deserve.” Brien said it was only a net three percent increase. “What we did was an eleventh-hour bait-and-switch. We failed to respect the terms we agreed to. “You live by your word,” said Brien. “This has been a process,” said Mayor Lili Bosse. “What was different was the whole public readings and the community reaching out to us to say what they think. There were articles in the newspapers and people tuned in to watch and they had their opinions. This is a step in the right direction. It is my intention that we go back today and find something that is a win-win for the community. I know that is what you want as well. I believe our community wants the same thing. They value and respect you. It took this bump in the road to get to this.” the world. “The retailers and residents feel they have a place they can just drop in. Our General Manager Marcus Mueller is really focused. We will do whatever it takes to be the street’s hotel, that community feel.” The AAA Four-Diamond rating is offered to hotels that are “refined and stylish with upscale physical attributes, extensive amenities and a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to details.”

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July 17, 2014 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard Commission Meeting Room 280A Beverly Hills City Hall 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210

The Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at its SPECIAL meeting on Thursday, July 17, 2014, will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to consider requests for the following entitlements:ide R-1 Permit to allow the cumulative floor area on the site to exceed 15,000 square feet. In the Hillside Area, the cumulative floor area for all structures on a site, Zone Text Amendment. A request to amend the Beverly Hills Municipal Code (BHMC) including the area of all basements on that site, not exceed 15,000 square feet without the approval a Hillside regarding development standards formay floor area on single-family properties locatedof in the R-1Hillside Permit. The existing structures the site contain a total cumulative area ofthat 32,632 feet. unimThe proArea of the City. on Currently, the Municipal Code floor requires anysquare existing posed accessory would contain totaliso converted to habitable space, and does not otherwise proved and structure uninhabitable space athat

meet the definition of a basement, be calculated as floor area. If approved, the proposed Zone Text Amendment would allow for existing unimproved and uninhabitable space to be converted to habitable space and remain exempt from floor area even if the space does not meet the definition of a basement. As proposed, this amendment would modify the floor area development standards only for properties within the Hillside Area of the City that range from 15,001 to 25,000 square feet area, and were constructed prior to 1997. This particular amendment is being requested in conjunction with a remodel and addition at the property located at 1127 Miradero Road; however, the amendment would apply to all Hillside properties with a lot area between 15,001 and 25,000 square feet and constructed prior to 1997. Variance. In-lieu of the Zone Text Amendment, the applicant requests a Variance to allow the existing unimproved and uninhabitable space located within the first story of the existing single-family residence to be improved. Since the maximum floor area permitted by the BHMC has already been developed on the project site, the Variance would allow a floor area addition of approximately 1,722 square feet, which would cause the floor area on the site to exceed the maximum floor area permitted by Code. The proposed Zone Text Amendment 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 have been determined to be exempt from CEQA pursuant to Article 5, Section 15061 (b)(3) of the Guidelines, which states that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Since the proposed Zone Text Amendment would only apply to spaces contained within the footprint of the existing residence, no potential for causing a significant effect on the environment exists, and therefore, the project is exempt from CEQA. In addition, the proposed Variance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. The project qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption for additions to existing structures that do not result in an increase of more than 2,500 square feet of floor area. Therefore the project has been determined not to have a significant environmental impact and is exempt from the provisions of CEQA. Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the Commission. According to Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the Commission's action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Shena Rojemann, Associate Planner in the Planning Division at 310.285.1192 or by email at srojemann@beverlyhills.org. Application materials associated with the project are on file with the Community Development Department and can be reviewed by any interested person. Please contact the project planner listed above to schedule an appointment to view the application materials. Appointments should be scheduled 72 hours in advance to ensure the documents are available for viewing. Sincerely: Ryan Gohlich, Senior Planner

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outfitted in costume for the pet parade and a talent show competition. The awards for the “Best Dressed” dogs went to Gaby and owner Judy Garland; Cosie and owner Shannon Miller; and dogs Sable and Cholo and owner Stephanie Olsen. The winners for the “Most Talented” pooches went to Dexter and owner Mariana Borges; Latkee Angel and owners Gloria and Lou Milkowski; and Gaby and owner Judy Garland. Mayor Lili Bosse and Vice Mayor Julian Gold, Recreation and Parks Chair Howard Rosoff, Vice Chair Simone Friedman and Commissioner Frances Bilak were all on hand to celebrate the winners. The canine crews of Disc Dogs and the Los Angeles Responsible Pit Bull Owners (LARPB) also entertained the crowd with doggie dancing and other athletic feats. Woofstock was also a very fitting occasion for the City to honor the generosity of one of Beverly Hills’ most ardent animals lovers, the late Paula Kent Meehan, who died June 23. Ms. Meehan is the founder of The Pet Care Foundation/PETS 90210. Mayor Bosse and Vice Mayor Gold presented her son Michael Miller and daughterin-law Jeeny Miller, with a resolution of gratitude from the City of Beverly Hills. “Adoption” was the name of the game, and 24 fuzzy friends went home with forever families Sunday, making this a very special day, indeed. Congratulations to all of those who took home a new family member.

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ration. She brought images and details of Wallace Neff architecture.” The Turners were also creative, repurposing and exploring materials with the challenge, “of making the home look like it had been there forever,” said Savary. Simple plaster walls, mosaic pebble motor court, carved wooden front door and lush vegetation create a simple entry that harkens back to a time of craftsmanship and tradition. Like the early Wallace Neff homes, the home is filled with clay tiles and white stucco archways. The Taylors used custom plaster fireplaces to recreate the authentic feeling. “Our goal was to blend the era and their desire to make it look old with the best modern features.” The Landry Design Group, a global name in architectural residential estates, won six Gold Nugget Awards this year. The firm has been the recipient of a total of 56 awards, and 13 consecutive years of awardwinning architecture.

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This New Tammy Sure Isn’t Debbie’s Remember when Debbie Reynolds starred in the original Tammy and sang, “I Jerry Cutler hear the cottonwoods whispering above, Tammy, Tammy, Tammy’s in love?” on Film Well, I saw Tammy starring Melissa Mc-

Carthy and it has none of the humor, sweetness and innocence of Debbie’s version nor is there meant to be any correlation. What McCarthy and her husband Ben Falcone, who directed and co-wrote, have accomplished is to besmirch the name. There ought to be a law. If that were the only offense it could have passed as a misstep by, arguably, one of the funniest and most bawdy women on the planet. “What we have here is a failure to communicate” what funny should be. And, while the casting of Susan Sarandon, Allison Janney, Dan Aykroyd, Kathy Bates, Sandra Oh and Toni Collette might have been an inspired choice, it has failed miserably. For starters, the still sensual and beautiful Sarandon just isn’t believable as her grandmother. The rest of the cast fall into the same mold except for Kathy Bates who is wonderful as her lesbian cousin. There is no getting away from McCarthy’s immense acting talent but there is much to be desired from her writing. Dare I mention that Will Ferrell is listed as a producer? 1 bagel out of 4 Jerry Ram Cutler, The Courier’s film critic, is rabbi at Creative Arts Temple. AU T H O R H O N O R E D – P r o l i f i c Beverly Hills author Stephen Maitland-Lewis (right) was the the guest of honor at his U.K. alma mater, Westbourne School’s celebration in Sheffield on Tuesday. He is pictured with his former headmaster, Peter Waterfield. Two of the author’s recent novels Ambition and Emeralds Never Fade have won numnerous book awards and his upcoming Botticelli’s Bastard will be released in August.

Unless you are in the industry or an avid movie-buff, you probably don’t know the Palm Springs International Film Festival, with all the glitz and celebrity attendees that accompany a major international movie event, has a younger and increasingly well known sibling: the Palm Springs International ShortFest Short Film Festival & Film Market, or ‘ShortFest’ for, well, short. This year marked the 20th anniversary of the ShortFest, which has grown into the largest such festival and the only short film market in North America. Equally important, the awards at ShortFest are not trophies, but either cash or in-kind items of value to a moviemaker. More than $115,000 in prizes, including $21,000 in cash awards, was awarded in 21 categories. We need not have inquired further as to the success of this year’s ShortFest. While dining at Spenser’s with celebrity jeweler Kevin Parker, we were joined by Harold Matzner for a little chat. Not only is Matzner the proprietor of this “mustbe-seen-at” Palm Springs eatery, Spencer’s is a presenting sponsor of ShortFest, and Matzner gushed with pleasure when speaking about how it has grown – from next to nothing to an approximate $500,000 underwriting event. He was particularly impressed with the seriousness of the 800 filmmakers and industry guests from 37 countries that attended ShortFest’s forums, featuring Q&A opportunities that promoted greater interaction among the participants. Here are a few of the major award winners. Best of Festival Award went to Chinese filmmaker, Yatao Li, for his film Carry On, about a father in China who does whatever he can to save his family during the brutal withdrawal of Japanese forces at the end of WWII. Li won more than $12,000 in cash and prizes, and may be eligible to submit his film to the AMPAS for Oscar consideration. Greater Palm Springs Convention & Visitors Bureau Grand Jury Award and its $5,000 prize went to Aneta Kopacz’s Joanna (Poland) about a young mother who contemplates what she wants to leave behind for her toddler son and husband.

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A Panavision camera package valued at $60,000 went to the 90 Days, a Canadian/Hong Kong production about the steamy side of the Asian city’s red light hotels in his Panavision Best North American Award-winning short. New Zealander, Steven Saussey, won the Future Filmmaker Award and a $2,000 cash prize for Wisker, a story about a hobo and his dog. Not all short films screened at the fest featured doom and gloom. The Audiences Awards for Best Live Action Short went to American Frank Meli and his Dragula, a short about young and old drag performers. While the festival and the concurrent marketplace continue to gain in prominence, it also allows motion picture fans to see another form of the genre. However, if you’re a traditional movie fan, the next Palm Springs International Film Festival will be held next Jan. 2-12.

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NAMI GALA–NAMI Westside Los Angeles celebrated outstanding achievements in the mental health awareness movement at its annual gala in the SLS Hotel. Actress/author Mariel Hemingway (center) was honored with the Leadership in Media Award; Dr. Marvin Southard (left), director of the L.A. County Department of Mental Health, the Excellence in Public Service Award; and NAMI WLA Boardmember David Wright the Excellence of Service Award. NAMI WLA raises funds to provide free help with local support groups, phone crisis assistance and educational programs for families and their loved ones on mental health issues. For information, visit: http://namila.org or call 310-889-7200. Photo by Curtis Dahl

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UCLA Awarded $7 Million To Unravel Mystery Genetic Diseases For Patients Living With Undiagnosed Disorders The David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is one of six institutions nationwide chosen by the National Institutes of Health to join its effort in tackling the most difficult-to-solve medical cases and develop ways to diagnose rare genetic disorders. As part of a $120 million initiative called the Undiagnosed Diseases Network, the 4-year $7.2 million UCLA grant will enable comprehensive bedside to bench clinical research to support physicians’ efforts to give longsought answers to patients living with mystery diseases. “Undiagnosed diseases take a huge toll on patients, their families and the health care system,” said Dr. Katrina Dipple, a co-principal investigator of the grant with Drs. Stanley Nelson, Christina Palmer and Eric Vilain. “This funding will accelerate and expand our clinical genomics program, enabling us to quickly give patients a firm diagnosis and clarify the best way to treat them.” Despite extensive clinical testing by skilled physicians, some diseases remain unrecognized because they are extremely rare, underreported

or atypical forms of more common diseases. An interdisciplinary team of geneticists at each of the network sites will examine and study patients with prolonged undiagnosed diseases. “A vast number of children and adults suffer from severe, often fatal undiagnosed disorders,” explained Vilain. “This program will enable us to discover new genes causing ultrarare medical conditions and to identify environmental factors that lead to disease or interact with genes to cause disease.” Patients will undergo an intensive week-long clinical assessment that includes a clinical evaluation, consultations with specialists and medical tests, such as genome sequencing to identify genetic mutations. The team will also evaluate the impact of genetic counseling and genomic test results on patients and families to develop best practices for conveying this information. The network capitalizes upon the strengths of UCLA’s genetic medicine program, particularly its Clinical Genomics Center, which utilizes powerful sequencing technology to diagnose rare genetic disorders. Using a simple blood sample

from a patient and both parents, the test simultaneously searches 37-million base pairs in 20,000-genes to pinpoint the single DNA change responsible for causing a patient’s disease. To date, a specific genetic explanation has been identified in a quarter of the cases evaluated with this test, as well as a number of novel disease-causing genes. UCLA is the only facility in the western U.S. and one of only three nationwide with a laboratory that can perform genomic sequence directly usable for patient care. The UCLA Medical Genetics Clinic cares for more than 750 new patients per year, and offers comprehensive pre- and posttest genetic counseling. All patient studies will take place on the university campus at the Clinical Translational Research Center of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute. Network investigators will share genomic and clinical data gleaned from patients with their research colleagues nationwide to enhance understanding of rare and unknown diseases. Prospective patients interested in participating in the (see ‘UCLA,’ page 13)

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Relationship Help Deserves Better Than A Coach; Millenials Trending Toward Open Relationships Dear Dr. Fran, I need help with my relationship but can’t afford therapy. Do you recommend I consult a life coach? Jason S. Dear Jason: Relationships are categorized under important issues. Life coaches are not necessarily well trained. There is no governing board that monitors training, supervision, or licensing of life coaches. For this reason, anyone off the street can say they are a “life coach.” I think you’d be

Dr. Fran Walfish Answers Your Questions better served by going to a low fee non-profit clinic. If you are connected to a church or synagogue, your clergy may offer low fee counseling, as well. In my over 25 years of clinical practice I have only

CHLA Surgeon-in-Chief Henri Ford Leads Effort To Develop Critical Care And Trauma Facilities In Haiti In addition to operating on and treating hundreds of Haitian patients, Henri R. Ford, MD, MHA, VP/surgeon-in-chief at Childrens’ Hospital Los Angeles, has been an integral part of the reconstruction and development of Haiti’s medical facilities since the country was devastated by a 7.0 earthquake in 2010. His latest contribution is helping the country’s leadership develop a new worldclass, nation-wide critical care and trauma network to cope with preventable causes of death in the Caribbean country. “There is a strong need for Haiti to invest in a national trauma critical care network,” explains Dr. Ford, who visits Haiti several times a year to treat patients and work with local surgeons, medical schools and government officials to develop the country’s medical facilities. “The healthcare needs in Haiti are great and this will benefit the citizenry and help the overworked physicians providing the care for patients on a daily basis.” The project will help significantly reduce fatalities in cases involving five preventable causes of death in Haiti, which are major trauma, heart attack, stroke, severe burns and maternal emergencies. Haiti's Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe, with Dr. Ford and representatives of the non-profit P r o j e c t Medishare, by his side, announced plans for the establishment of a National Trauma Critical Care (NTCC) Hospital after meeting with Dr. Ford and his team, which was invited to present the trauma network plan to the Haitian ministeri-

al cabinet. In addition, Dr. Ford will also participate in a commission to develop a long term sustainability plan for the hospital facilities and to cultivate donors. Dr. Ford says that so far, $5 million has been committed to the project by the government of Haiti but he estimates that an additional $15-20 million are needed to complete construction of the NTCC. In addition, it is projected that operational costs to sustain the medical facilities will range between $5-10 million annually.

heard of one singular life coach who is talented and truly helps guide people toward change in their lives. The others have charged a range of astronomical fees and provided virtually no help. Dear Dr. Fran, why do you think Millennials are trending toward open relationships? Nelson L. Dear Nelson: Millennials are trending toward open relationships for a couple of reasons.

First and most importantly, they lack the communication skills required to resolve conflicts. The most key ingredient needed to make a relationship successful in the long-term is for each partner to know how to tolerate, bear, wrestle-with, and work-through differences with each other. Another reason for trending toward open relationships is fear of and resistance to commitment, especially in men. Open relationships do not work. Feelings

Football Great Warren Moon To Host UCLA Clinic On Safe Playing Methods By Matt Lopez NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon will be at at UCLA on Tuesday, July 8, helping host a football clinic to demonstrate safe playing techniques for high school football players and coaches. The Practice Like Pros clinic will demonstrate progressive practice techniques in accordance with AB 2127, which eliminates full-contact practice in the offseason and reduces contact in-season for California high school football players.

The clinic will be geared toward parents, board of education members, principals/headmasters, athletic directors, coaches, team doctors, athletic trainers and California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) officials. The event is co-sponsored by Practice Like Bros, the UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Program and Assemblyman Ken Cooley. Along with Moon, former UCLA defensive MVP Patrick Larimore will also be among the athletes on hand. The event is 12:30-2 p.m. CHLA’s Dr. at UCLA’s campus at the CarneHenri Ford sale Commons, Palisades Ballwith Haiti room, 251 Charles Young Dr. Prime Minister West. Laurent Lamothe

change. Someone in the relationship begins to feel jealous, rivalrous, territorial, angry, and insecure about a third party involvement. This creates unanticipated conflicts that usually create bigger problems down the road. Dr. Fran Walfish is the author of The Self-Aware Parent at www.DrFranWalfish.com. Send questions to franwalfish@gmail.com.

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Undiagnosed Diseases Network may learn more at www.rarediseases.info.nih.gov/ undiagnosed. Applications will begin being accepted in the fall. The Department of Human Genetics is the youngest basic science department in the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Launched just before the sequencing of the human genome, the department is dedicated to uncovering and transforming raw genetic data into a detailed understanding of the molecular origin and development of human disease. Faculty discoveries are helping to transform medicine by creating the knowledge base for personalized treatments and prevention strategies.

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Sunday in Hollywood. ****** Theatre 40 in BHHS’s Reuben Cordoba Theatre, 241 S. Moreno Dr. is presenting the Los Angeles premiere of The Gamester, a romantic comedy of Paris in the 18th Century. It is written by Jean Francois Regnard, directed by Jules Aaron, and produced by David Hunt Stafford. The cast includes Rafael Cansino, Susan Dumante, Mackenzie Eckels, Scott Facher, Antony Ferguson, Ilona Kulinska, Elain Rinehart, James Schendel, Maria Spassoff, and Marco Svistalski. The play will run July 24Aug. 24, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Reservations are at 310-3640535 or online ticketing at www.theatre40.org.

POLICE BLOTTER The following burglaries, robberies and grand thefts have been reported by BHPD. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers. Estimated losses in brackets. ASSAULT 06/16 1000 Hillcrest Rd. BURGLARIES 06/14 9600 S. Santa Monica Bl. ($550) 06/15 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($12,500) 06/18 300 S. Almont Dr. 06/18 200 S. Maple Dr. 06/18 300 N. Palm Dr. ($47,899) 06/18 400 N. Palm Dr. 06/19 9600 Wilshire Bl. ($1,425) 06/20 100 S. Bedford Dr. ($30) 06/20 9500 Brighton Wy. ($1,870)

06/21 100 N. Almont Dr. ($1,050) 06/22 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($1,710) GRAND THEFT 04/01 200 S. Hamilton Dr. ($15,950) 06/11 300 S. La Cienega Bl. ($1,000) 06/13 300 S. Doheny Dr. 06/17 400 N. Rodeo Dr. ($2,000) 06/19 8700 Wilshire Bl. ($10,000) ROBBERIES 06/18 400 N. Camden Dr. ($3,335) 06/21 300 N. Rexford Dr. 06/22 Reeves Dr./Gregory Wy.

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went sour. Elwell’s 4-year investigation uncovered that Kramer and his organization used crime and intimidation to expand their operations and dissuade their competitors and that Kramer was running an elaborate drug-trafficking organization and operating illegal dispensaries. The investigation grew to include many local and federal law enforcement agencies, and even the Secret Service. West Hollywood dispensary Zen Healing was at the center of the dispute between the two men. Zen Healing was the subject of a raid last year, conducted by the Beverly Hills Police and LA sheriff’s deputies, which led to the convictions. The raid took place on April 16. Raids were also conducted on La Brea Compassionate Caregivers on North La Brea Avenue and Marina Caregivers on Washington Boulevard in Venice in the same criminal investigation. Kramer was the owner. He also owned the Alternative Herbal Healing Services on Santa Monica Boulevard in Hollywood. Some 11 search warrants were served and 20 suspects taken into custody for crimes ranging from attempted murder to arson. A BHPD statement issued

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evacuation of City Hall when an envelope was discovered containing an unidentified powdered substance on the fourth floor. The fourth floor is where the executive offices are, including the City Manager’s office, Mayor’s and Vice Mayor’s offices. The building was evacuated and Fire department personnel were dispatched to determine if it was a biological haz-

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part of the body can be used to move the ball with running, kicking or handballing as the primary methods. Mark Vickers-Willis, an L.A. Dragons player who is organizing the event, said Beverly Hills was chosen for the clinic because “it is a wonderfully central location, iconic sort of city as well.” Vickers-Willis also said that the fact that a diehard fan of Australian football sits on the

BEVERLY HILLS at the time of the raids said the investigation was, “into an organized criminal enterprise involving large-scale marijuana distribution, not only in the Los Angeles area, but throughout the United States. This criminal enterprise hired known gang members as enforcers. This organization was involved in the operation of multiple retail marijuana dispensaries generating massive profits, repeatedly showing their willingness to use violence and intimidation to expand their operations and dissuade competition.” The L.A. district attorney spelled it out: “Between July 2008 and April 2012, the family’s Beverly Hills home was set ablaze on two separate occasions: a Lanning-owned house under construction on San Vicente Boulevard was destroyed by an arson fire; and two Molotov cocktails were thrown onto an apartment roof above the Lanning’s medical marijuana dispensary in West Hollywood. On another occasion, four males entered the Lanning’s Beverly Hills home and struck Lanning’s wife, Nansee, in the head with a metal bar and punched and kicked his son.” On March 27, Kramer pled guilty to eight felony counts and accepted a 25-year sentence. He was convicted of three counts of arson on an inhabited structure and two counts of arson.

TMZ also reports that there was an earlier call regarding noise at the condo, but Subin couldn’t confirm. Prior to last night, Subin confirmed at least three visits to the location. “We want the neighbors to feel safe and respected. If their peace is disturbed, please give us a call,” said Subin. ard. Within a half an hour a team left the building declaring it safe to return to the building. The powder was believed to be part of the manufacture of the envelope, said Beverly Hills Fire Chief Ralph Mundell. Wednesday’s incident involved a small-magnetized package left on a resident’s vehicle. “It was a Pelican case,” said Sgt. Max Subin. The residents drove the vehicle to the police station. Police called in the LAFD Bomb Squad to investigate. It was rendered safe and not a threat. Beverly Hills City Council didn’t hurt. John Mirisch is a devoted fan of the Geelong Cats Football Club of the Australian Football League. “It’s one of the most thrilling games ever devised. It’s so exciting, dramatic and fun. It’s incredible. I wish I had grown up playing it,” Mirisch said. “AusKick LA” begins July 13 and runs every Sunday until Aug. 3 at La Cienega Park. It’s an opportunity for boys and girls ages 5-15 to learn and play Australian Rules Football. For more information, visit www.auskick.weebly.com.

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singer/pianist Nancy Kantor, Lynn Dewitt (with funny lyrics about Pat’s life) and Sandy’s singers, a group of girls that also had fun with Pat and the lyrics. We then all sang Whoopee with special lyrics by Sandy Avchen. A wonderful, memorable and fun afternoon. Pat thanked all who came to celebrate and told antidotes on some of the guests, many she has known since she and Jerry got married, and, of course, spoke of her love for Jerry, who said he was the luckiest guy in the world. All of us are so lucky to have them as our friends.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (July 4). You don't seek fame, but because you love what you do, you’ll become well known for it. You'll sell something for top dollar in August, be entrusted with a large responsibility in September, and be in a position to choose the right associations and arrangements to handle the situation. Gemini and Scorpio people adore you. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Like a hot-air balloon, you will rise to new heights once you get rid of a few sandbags filled with unreasonable expectations, old baggage and resentments. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). It will be particularly difficult to see people for who they are because you can't help but be blinded by the possibilities of what they might be able to do for you. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). To be an excellent teacher you must communicate clearly, and not only the information and skills you want to impart, but also the structure in which you want to impart it. Make your expectations known. Accountability will be key. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You're attempting to resist a natural attraction, but it doesn't seem to be working. Out of sight, out of mind is the best way. In time, you'll slip out of the thought habit that's gripping you now. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). This is the long and winding stretch that fools you at every turn. You'll have success if you keep your course. Reaffirm your goal. Say it out loud in the mirror, or write it a few times in a journal. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). People want to give you advice, but the best will be an inside message sent from your heart to your head. You already know what to do. The next step is summoning the courage. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You know how a certain someone's name keeps coming up in conversation? It's because this person is on your mind all of the time. Your conversation can't help but follow your mind. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Making a strong positive impression when you first meet a person is so important now. All future interactions will be colored by someone's initial response to you. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). The one who requires zero validation from you is the one you most approve of. You can apply this principle in reverse. You'll earn someone's affection by not caring whether or not you get it. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). You like being around smart people, but you value objectivity and originality more than book smarts. Therefore, you gravitate to the creatively endowed and fit in wonderfully. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). People like to talk to you because you're an empathetic listener, although you don't necessarily want to hear all that they come out with today. At least they feel safe around you, and you can take that as a compliment. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It's as though two paths converge and you're both in each other's way. Neither person is right. Neither person is wrong. But for this blockage to be released, someone has to move.

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PUBLIC NOTICES APN: 4342-011-022 Property : 9309 Burton Way #B, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Title Order No. : 730-1304135-70 Trustee Sale No. : 2001-009980F00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED March 11, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On July 11, 2014, Sage Point Lender Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, C A S H I E R ' S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT drawn on a state or national bank, 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, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust with interest and late charges 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 undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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 BELOW MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST Executed by: STANLEY J CORWIN, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded on March 18, 2005, as Instrument No. 05 0626999, of Official Records, in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, California Date of Sale: July 11, 2014 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 9309 BURTON WAY #B, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210 APN# 4342-011-022 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 this Notice of Sale is $831,943.16. 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. 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 the return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. 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 PROP-

ERTY 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 855-880-6845 or visit this Internet Web site W W W. N AT I O N W I D E POSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 2001009980-F00. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: June 10, 2014 Sage Point Lender Services, LLC 400 Exchange, Suite 110 Irvine, CA 92602 949265-9940 Brenda Avila FOR TRUSTEE'S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 855-880-6845 or visit WWW.NATIONWIDEPOSTING.COM SAGE POINT LENDER SERVICES, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0232036 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER PUB: 06/20/2014, 06/27/2014, 07/04/2014

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014167221 The following is/are doing business as: 1) YUKA STYLE B.H. 2) YUKA STYLE BEVERLY HILLS 3) YUKA STYLE 4) YUKA STYLE SALON 5) YUKA STUDIO 6) YUKA STUDIO B.H. 7) YUKA BEAUTY 8) YUKA BEAUTY B.H. 9) YUKA BEAUTY SALON 9960 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Yuka Enterprises, LLC 9960 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Takashi Takahashi, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 20, 2014; Published: June 27, July 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014167227 The following is/are doing business as: 1) PARVANEH BEAUTY CENTER 2) CREME DE LA CREME 9617 Brighten Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Salon In A Bottle LLC 9617 Brighten Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein 1980: Jack Soufer, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 20, 2014; Published: June 27, July 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014171167 The following is/are doing business as: THE HOLMAN GROUP 1854 N. Doheny Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90069; The Jon Holman Group, Inc. 1854 N. Doheny Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 21, 2001: Jon S. Holman, Owner/President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 24, 2014; Published: July 04, 11, 18, 25, 2014 LACC N/C

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014167224 The following is/are doing business as: 1) PHRONIMOS 2) PHRONIMOS INSTITUTE 9171 Wilshire Blvd. #Penthouse, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Sietze Vanderheide 26910 Medicine Bow Ct., Tehachapi, CA 93561; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein May 21, 2014: Sietze Vanderheide: Statement is filed with

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014163096 The following is/are doing business as: ANU BEAUTY AND THREADING STUDIO 335 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Dilip Dhungana 3746 Mentone Ave. #302, Los Angeles, CA 90034; Anju Ghimire 3746 Mentone Ave. #302, Los Angeles, CA 90034; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein June 13, 2014: Dilip

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).

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PUBLIC NOTICES RESOLUTION NO. 14-R-12992 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS APPROVING THE OPERATING BUDGET AND FINANCIAL POLICIES FOR THE 2014/2015 FISCAL YEAR AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR The Council of the City of Beverly Hills does resolve as follows: Section 1. That certain document entitled “City of Beverly Hills 2014/2015 Fiscal Year Budget", a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk and the Beverly Hills Public Library, which may hereafter be amended by the Council, is hereby approved as the operating budget for the City of Beverly Hills for the Fiscal Year 2014/2015, beginning July 1, 2014. Section 2. Appropriations in the amount not to exceed $377,547,353.00 are authorized for the purpose of carrying on the business of the City. Section 3. In adopting the Budget, the City Council hereby gives authority to the City Manager, upon recommendation of the Chief Financial Officer, to reappropriate all unencumbered Fiscal Year 2013/14 appropriated fund balances and unexpended encumbrances of the Fiscal Year 2013/14 Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budgets. Section 4. The City Manager, or his designee, upon recommendation of the Chief Financial Officer, may transfer appropriations between and among all funds, as defined in the Fiscal Year 2014/15 budget, up to the amount of $377,547,353.00. A semi-annual report shall be made to the Council describing each transfer between funds and the reason therefore.

Section 7. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 37208 of the Government Code, the Council ratifies the prior payment of budgeted demands from those funds which have been certified or approved by the Chief Financial Officer and may appropriate funds for nonbudgeted items, and any such appropriation for a non-budgeted item shall constitute an approval to issue a warrant in payment of a proper demand or demands therefore. Section 8. The City Council hereby adopts the Comprehensive Financial Policies of the City for Fiscal Year 2014/15, as attached to this resolution. Section 9. In the case of fee-based programs, if the revenues for such programs exceed the amount budgeted, the City Council hereby authorizes the Chief Financial Officer to increase the appropriation of said program in the same amount of the increased revenue. Section 10. The Chief Financial Officer is authorized to make such other revisions including individual line-item appropriations, changes in summaries, fund totals, grand totals, and other portions of the budget document as necessary to reflect and implement the programs specified in this resolution, and in full accordance with the direction provided by the Council up until the adoption of this resolution. Section 11. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall cause this resolution and his certification to be entered in the Book of Resolutions of the City Council of this City. Adopted: June 24, 2014 LILI BOSSE Mayor of the City of Beverly Hills, California

ATTEST: BYRON POPE (SEAL) Section 5. The Chief City Clerk Financial Officer may make budget adjust- APPROVED AS TO ments to accounts with- FORM: in the same fund, pro- LAURENCE S. WIENER vided that the fund is City Attorney within its approved budget. APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Section 6. The City Manager may transfer JEFFREY C. KOLIN and appropriate up to City Manager $300,000 during the Fiscal Year and the DON RHOADS Chief Financial Officer Chief Financial Officer may transfer and appropriate up to $100,000 City of Beverly Hills during the Fiscal Year from all fund balances to Financial Policies any accounts within that fund as long as it meets Section 1. Financial the purposes of that Reporting Policies fund’s designation. An annual report shall be The City’s accounting made to the Council and financial reporting describing each transfer systems will be mainand the reason there- tained in general conforfore. mance with state and

federal laws, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Further, the City will make every attempt to implement all changes to governmental accounting practices at the earliest practicable time. The City’s CAFR will be submitted to the GFOA Certification of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program. The financial report should be in conformity with GAAP, demonstrate compliance with finance related legal and contractual provisions, disclose thoroughness and detail sufficiency, and minimize ambiguities and potentials for misleading inference. The City’s CAFR will also be submitted to national repositories identified by the City’s bond trust agent as a continuing commitment to disclose thoroughness to enable investors to make informed decisions. The City’s Budget should satisfy criteria as a financial and programmatic policy document, as a comprehensive financial plan, as an operations guide for all organizational units and as a communications device for all significant budgetary issues, trends, and resource choices. To provide a reasonable basis for making the Chief Financial Officer’s (management’s) required representations concerning the finances of the City of Beverly Hills, the City has established a comprehensive internal control framework that is designed both to protect the City’s assets from loss, theft, or misuse and to compile sufficient reliable information for the preparation of the City’s financial statements in conformity with GAAP. The Chief Financial Officer is given the responsibility and authority to develop and maintain proper internal controls on all financial aspects of the City and maintain all the books of the City for inspection. Because the cost of internal controls should not significantly outweigh their benefits, the City’s comprehensive framework of internal controls has been designed to provide reasonable rather than absolute assurance that the financial statements will be free from material misstatements. The Chief Financial Officer shall evaluate the fiscal impact of proposed changes in all salaries or retirement benefits to be provided to any employee or employee association

impact and present to the City increases or decreases Development fees, as permitted by in funding. Council. state law, for capital The Chief Financial Revenues will not be expenses attributable to Officer shall endeavor to dedicated for specific new development will be unless reviewed annually to maintain cash reserves purposes, sufficient to fully fund required by law or gen- ensure that fees recover the net present value of erally accepted account- 100% of direct and indiaccruing liabilities ing practices (GAAP). rect development-relatincluding self-insurance All non-restricted rev- ed expenses and be by City provisions, obligations enues will be deposited approved to employees for vested in the General Fund (or Council. Any unfavorpayroll and benefits and other designated fund able balances in cost similar obligations as as approved by the recovery will be brought they are incurred, and to Chief Financial Officer) to the City Council’s maintain the highest and appropriated by the attention by the Chief Financial Officer and credit rating possible for City Council. affected Department the City. Current revenues will Head, and evaluated The Chief Financial fund current expendi- from a departmental, Officer shall prepare tures and a diversified program, and goals perand present to the City and stable revenue sys- spective. Council interim revenue tem will be developed equipment and expenditure trends and maintained to pro- Capital to allow evaluation of tect programs from replacement will be potential discrepancies short-term fluctuations accomplished through a from budget assump- in any single revenue life cycle of funding mechanism and in some source. tions. instances the use of a operating “rental” rate structure. The City Council shall Current avoid committing to new expenditures for all fund The rates will be revised spending for operating types will include all annually to ensure that overhead charges to operating or capital improvement allocable purposes until an analy- operating costs. For the departments are suffipart, these cient for operation and sis of all current and most will be replacement of vehicles future cost implications expenses is completed and pre- charged to individual and other capital equipsented to it by the Chief budget program ele- ment (fleet, computers, ments as internal serv- phones, and copier sysFinancial Officer. ice fund charges. tems). The City shall Section 2. Operating Included within the allo- endeavor to maintain Management Policies cated service charges to adequate cash reserves Governmental Fund to fund 100% replaceThe Chief Financial types will be funding ment of certain capital Officer is primarily adequate to maintain e q u i p m e n t . responsible for the the approved capital Replacement costs will (unless be based upon equipdevelopment, imple- program mentation, and evalua- financed through other ment lifecycle financial analysis developed by tion of all financial and debt instruments). each department and human resource management policies and City staff shall strive to approved by the Chief procedures. However, identify entrepreneurial Financial Officer. Nonequipment all departments will par- solutions to recover capital ticipate in the responsi- costs of operating pro- replacement will be set up in a separate fund bility of meeting policy grams. and will be accomgoals, budget goals, and ensuring the long-term The City shall strive to plished through a life financial health of the avoid returning to the cycle funding mechaCity. Future work plans, City Council for new or nism developed by each program initiatives, and expanded appropria- department and impleperformance indicators tions. Exceptions may mented and approved will be developed to include emergencies, by the Chief Financial impacts, Officer. reflect current policy unforeseen directives, projected mid-year adjustments or Grant funding will be resources, and future new opportunities. considered to leverage service requirements. Addition of personnel City funds. Inconsistent The budget process is will only be requested to and/or fluctuating grants intended to weigh all meet program initiatives should not be used to competing requests for and policy directives: fund ongoing programs. City resources within after service needs have Programs financed with expected fiscal con- been thoroughly exam- grant monies will be straints. Requests for ined and it is substanti- budgeted in separate new, ongoing programs ated that additional cost centers, and the made outside the budg- staffing will result in service program will be et process will be dis- increased revenue or adjusted to reflect the enhanced operating effi- level of available fundcouraged. ciencies. To the extent ing. In the event of The City will endeavor to feasible, personnel cost reduced grant funding, will be City resources will be avoid budgetary and reductions accounting procedures achieved through attri- substituted only after all program priorities and that balance the current tion or transfer. alternatives are considbudget at the expense All non-enterprise user ered. of future budgets. fees and charges will Budget development will be examined or adjust- Balanced revenue and use strategic multi-year ed every year and expenditure forecasts fiscal planning, conser- undergo a thorough will be prepared by the vative revenue fore- review to determine Chief Financial Officer casts, and program- the 100% direct and to examine the City’s based cost accounting indirect cost of service ability to absorb operatthat require every pro- recovery rate at least ing costs due to gram to be justified every four years. The changes in the econoannually in terms of Council will strive to my, service demands, 100% cost and capital improvemeeting intended objec- obtain tives (“effectiveness cri- recovery rates, but will ments. The forecast will teria”). The process will reserve the right to be updated annually include a diligent review recover less as appro- and include a four or of programs by staff, the priate. The acceptable five-year outlook. The Chief Financial Officer, recovery rate and any Chief Financial Officer associated changes to will prepare and present and City Council. user fees and charges these estimates to the Utilization of a program will be approved by the City Council at least budget format will pro- City Council following once a year. vide a basis for evalua- public review, each Alternative means of tion of service and other year. service delivery will be impacts of potential

evaluated by the Chief Financial Officer to ensure that quality services are provided to our citizens at the most competitive and economical cost. Departments, in cooperation with the City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, will identify all activities that could be provided by another source and review options/alternatives to current service delivery. The review of service delivery alternatives and the need for the service will be performed annually or on an “opportunity” basis. Cash and Investment programs will be maintained in accordance with the Government Code and the adopted investment policy and will ensure that proper controls and safeguards are maintained. City funds will be managed in a prudent and diligent manner with an emphasis on safety of principal, liquidity, and financial return on principal, in that order. Pursuant to State law, the City Treasurer and the Chief Financial Officer, at least annually, shall recommend necessary revisions to the City Council of a detailed investment policy. In addition to liquidity requirements, the City Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer will also consider the appropriateness of investment decisions vis-à-vis debt management. The City, through the Chief Financial Officer and the Administrative Services Department, will follow an aggressive, consistent, but sensitive policy of collecting revenues, with proper internal controls, to meet the needs of the City and follow all applicable state and federal laws. Section 3. Capital Management Policies A five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) will be developed and updated annually, including anticipated funding sources. Capital improvement projects are defined as infrastructure or equipment purchases or construction which results in a capitalized asset and having a useful (depreciable) life of two years or more. The CIP will attempt to include adequate funding to support repair and replacement of deteriorating infrastructure and avoidance of a significant unfunded liability. Proposed capital projects will be considered through the City budget development process and reviewed and prioritized by a cross-departmental team regarding accurate costing (design, capital, and Continue to page 19 >>

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PUBLIC NOTICES operating) as well as the Chief Financial Officer for overall consistency with the City’s goals and objectives. The City’s Chief Financial Officer will then identify financing sources for the highest-ranking projects. Prior to adoption by the City Council, the CIP will be reviewed by the Planning Commission for conformity with the General Plan. Capital project contract awards will include a fiscal impact statement disclosing the expected operating impact of the project and when such cost is expected to occur. Pay-as-you-go Capital Improvement Plan financing should account for a minimum of 50 percent of all capital improvement projects for each five-year planning period. Pay-asyou-go financing is defined as all sources of revenue other than City debt issuance, i.e., fund balance contributions, developer contributions, grants, endowments, etc. Pay-as-you-go financing should generally be considered as the preferred option. However, the potential for debt issuance that provides additional economic and/or strategic values could be considered as recommended by the Chief Financial Officer. The City shall endeavor to apply restricted funds (i.e., In-lieu Parking, Gas Tax Funds or existing Bond proceeds) to capital projects before using “unrestricted” funds. Section 4. Debt Management Policies The Chief Financial Officer will seek to maintain and, if possible, improve the current bond rating(s) in order to minimize borrowing costs and preserve access to credit. New debt issues, and refinancing of existing debt, must be analyzed for compatibility within the City’s overall financial planning and approved by the Chief Financial Officer. The review shall not be limited to cash flow analysis, potential for unexpected revenue surprises, and the maintenance of the City’s bond ratings. Annual debt service shall not produce an inordinate impact upon future operations. The Chief Financial Officer will ensure that City Debt Service costs within the General Fund should not exceed 15% of the City’s operating revenue in order to control fixed costs and ensure expenditure flexibility. Improvement District, Enterprise Fund, Parking Authority and general obligation debt service is not

included in this calculation because it is paid by district property owners, service users or taxpayers and is not an obligation of future general fund revenues. General Obligation debt, which is supported by property tax revenue which grows in proportion to the City’s assessed valuation and/or property tax rate increases, may be utilized if/when authorized by voters. Other types of debt (e.g., water, sewer, and parking) may also be utilized when they are supported by dedicated revenue sources (e.g., fees and user charges) and recommended by the Chief Financial Officer. Debt financing should not exceed the useful life of the infrastructure improvement with the average (weighted) bond maturities at or below thirty years, unless otherwise authorized by Council. A ratio of current assets to current liabilities of at least 2/1 will be maintained to ensure the City’s ability to pay short-term obligations. Utility rates will be set, at a minimum, to ensure the ratio of revenue to debt service meets our bond indenture requirement (generally a minimum of 125% of debt service). In addition, higher revenue to expense rations may be needed to secure the City’s bond rating, as determined by the Chief Financial Officer. When calculating debt services coverage for internal purposes, the minimum pay-as-you-go capital expense for each enterprise fund will be considered a part of the operating costs to be covered by pre-debt service revenues. The City goal will be to maintain the required debt service coverage with this additional cost factored into the equation. Use of a 5-year budget projection, including capital project requirements, will provide assurance that all needs are considered by the Chief Financial Officer, the Public Works Commission and City Council as revenue requirements are considered. Section 5. Policies

Reserve

General Fund All fund designations and reserves will be evaluated annually by the Chief Financial Officer for long-term adequacy and use requirements in conjunction with development of the City’s balanced five year financial plan. In adhering to GAAP, the City follows appropriate Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statements, one of

which No. 54 (GASB 54) addresses Fund Balance Reporting. Compliance with GASB 54 requires use of the terms below to define various components of fund balance. For future reporting of City reserves these terms shall be used to define what comprises the reserve.

flow variations, as well as unforeseen emergency or catastrophic impacts upon the City. Reserve funds in excess of 25% of operating revenues may be used for short term economic investment in the community when justified by projected financial return to the City and specifically authorized by the City Council, a) Nonspendable fund upon recommendation balance (inherently non- of the Chief Financial spendable) include the : Officer. • Portion of net resources that cannot In addition to cash be spent because of specifically maintained their form, and in the General Fund, we • Portion of net recognize the following resources that cannot cash reserve resources be spent because they as being available to must be maintained meet sudden negative intact fiscal impacts in the b) Restricted fund short term: balance (externally enforceable limitations • Equipment on use) include Replacement Fund amounts subject to: (Fund 400) • Limitations • Capital Assets imposed by creditors, Fund (Fund 405) grantors, contributors, or • Infor mation laws and regulations of Technology Fund (Fund other government 410) • Limitations • C a b l e imposed by law through Television Fund (Fund constitutional provision 420) or enabling legislation • Reprographics/ c) Committed fund Graphics Fund (Fund balance (self imposed 430) limitation set in place • Employee prior to the end of the Benefits Fund (Fund period): 440) • Limitation • Liability Selfimposed at the highest Insurance Fund (Fund level of decision making 450) (only in excess of that requires formal required reserves) action at the same level • Wo r ke r ’s to remove. For the City, Compensation Selfthe City Council is the Insurance Fund (Fund highest level of decision 460) (only in excess of making. required reserves) • Resources • V e h i c l e accumulated pursuant Replacement Fund to stabilization arrange- (Fund 490) ments would fit in this category only if the One-time revenue windarrangement is specific falls should be designatregarding the circum- ed as a reserve or used stances when spending for one-time expendiwould be permitted, and tures. The funds are not those circumstances to be used for on-going would need to be of a operations. To the non-routine nature. extent such funds are d) Assigned fund bal- not required for current ance (limitation result- expenditures, one-time ing from intended expenditures and/or use)consists of amounts capital improvements where the: such funds should be • Intended use is maintained as operating established by the body reserves or used to designated for that pur- reduce debt. pose (City Council), • Intended use is For purposes of this polestablished by official icy, one-time revenue designated for that pur- windfalls shall include: pose. For the City, the City Manager is the des• Lump sum (net ignated official present value) savings e) Unassigned fund from debt restructuring balance (residual net • C a l P E R S resources) is the: Rebates • Total fund bal• Tax Revenue ance in the general fund growth in excess of 5% in excess of nonspend- in a single year able, restricted, commit• Sale of cityted, and assigned fund owned real estate balance • Pure unexpect• Excess of non- ed revenues (i.e. litigaspendable, restricted, tion settlement) and committed fund bal• Receipts from ance over total fund bal- approved Development ance Agreements • Contributions It is a goal of the City to and Gifts obtain and maintain a • Any other revgeneral operating enues the City Council reserve in the form of may elect to designate cash, of at least 40% of as extraordinary operating revenues. The first 25% of operat- Sufficient reserves shall ing revenues shall be be maintained in interconsidered a contin- nal service funds to pregency reserve to cover vent extended disrupnormal seasonal cash tion of service in the

event of natural disasters or other interruptions of revenue collections. Determination of adequate reserves will be reviewed annually by the Chief Financial Officer and guided by the following:

Financial Officer.

Budget Reserves are presented in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) in the Financial Statement section designated as unreserved fund balance. The City’s Self-Insurance Reserves CAFR is available on (liability, workers’ com- the City’s website at pensation, other) will be www.beverlyhills.org. maintained at a level, Audit which, together with Section 6. purchased insurance Policies policies, will adequately cover the City’s proper- An annual audit will be ty, liability, and health performed by an indebenefit risk. A qualified pendent public accountactuarial firm shall be ing firm with an audit retained and report on a opinion to be included bi-annual basis recom- with the City’s published mended appropriate Comprehensive Annual Report funding levels. The City Financial shall endeavor to main- (CAFR). tain reserves equal to 90% of the estimated The City Council will net present value of maintain a standing committee of its memsuch liabilities. bers to serve as the Fleet Management, Audit Committee to proBuilding, Equipment and vide oversight and Information Technology review of the annual and reserves will be main- special audits of the tained based upon life- City. The Committee will cycle replacement plans meet at least twice to ensure adequate fund annually with the City’s auditor, balance required for independent systematic replacement once for a pre-audit of fleet vehicles, building meeting, and once for a components and sys- review of the final audit tems, computers and results. related equipment, and operational contingen- Internal audit activities cies. Operating depart- are typically identified ments will be charged as work plan items in over the useful life of the the operating budget asset used. The City and are approved by the shall endeavor to stabi- City Council through the lize funding by building annual budget process. reserves equal to the The results of these anticipated replacement audits are then presentcost of each asset class ed to the City Council Audit Committee for at end of useful life. consideration and later Enterprise Fund (Water, reported to the full City Parking Operations, Council for its review consideration. Solid Waste, and conditions Wastewater, and Clean Should Water) user fees and necessitate an urgent charges will be exam- internal audit of a particined annually to ensure ular area not included that they recover all as a work plan item, the direct and indirect costs Audit Committee will be of service, provide for advised and the results capital improvements of the audit will be with the and maintenance, and reviewed maintain adequate Committee. reserves. Secondarily, maintenance of cash VOTE: reserves will provide a AYES: Councilmembers de facto rate stabiliza- Krasne, Brien, Gold, tion plan. Rate increas- and Mayor Bosse es shall be approved by NOES: Councilmember the City Council follow- Mirisch ing formal noticing and ABSENT: None public hearing. Rate CARRIED adjustments for enterprise operations will be based on five-year N O T I C E — financial plans unless a conscious decision is Fictitious name statemade to the contrary. ment expires five years The target level of operating cash reserves from the date it was shall be 50% of gross filed in the office of the annual user revenues. county clerk. A new ficContingency Reserves, to be determined annually by the Chief Financial Officer, will be maintained to offset unanticipated revenue shortfalls and/or unexpected expenditure increases. Contingency reserves may also be used for unanticipated and/or inadequately budgeted events threatening the public health or safety. Use of contingency funds shall be approved at recommendation of the Chief

titious 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).

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014147255 The following is/are doing business as: HEALTH IS ON THE WAY 8560 W. Olympic Blvd. #119, Los Angeles, CA 90035; Krystal Perkins 8560 W. Olympic Blvd. #119, 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: Krystal Perkins: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 30, 2014; Published: June 13, 20, 27, July 04, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014144383 The following is/are doing business as: ALANI LUXURY BRAND 7037 La Tijera Blvd. #A-101, Los Angeles, CA 90045; Miyoshi Y. Jones 7037 La Tijera Blvd. #A101, Los Angeles, CA 90045; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Miyoshi Y. Jones: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 28, 2014; Published: June 13, 20, 27, July 04, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014135278 The following is/are doing business as: JUST PERFECT 8383 Wilshire Blvd. #58, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Natalia Armonik 1050 N. Ogden Dr. #5, Los Angeles, CA 90046; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Natalia Armonik: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 19, 2014; Published: June 13, 20, 27, July 04, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014157972 The following is/are doing business as: KAPE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO. 6300 Wilshire Blvd. #1590, Los Angeles, CA 90048; Allen H. Weinstock 945 Schumacher Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Judith G. Weinstock 945 Schumacher Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: A MARRIED COUPLE, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 1998: Allen H. Weinstock: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 10, 2014; Published: June 20, 27, July 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014157974 The following is/are doing business as: RICK BRUCKER REALTY 2112 Century Park Ln. #315, Los Angeles, CA 90067; Brucker Fenix 57 2112 Century Park Ln. #315, Los Angeles, CA 90067; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Richard Brucker President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 10, 2014; Published: June 20, 27, July 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014147558 The following is/are doing business as: BRAVO ZULU MEDIA CONSULTANTS 1701 San Ysidro Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Darry Sragow 1701 San Ysidro Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Darry Sragow: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 30, 2014; Published: June 20, 27, July 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C

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PUBLIC NOTICES Trustee Sale No. 650481 Loan No. Title Order No. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (UNIFIED SALE) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/31/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 07/17/2014 at 10:00AM, First American Title Insurance Company as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded on February 7, 2008 as Document Number 2008-0229810, which was subsequently modified as referenced in that Memorandum of Second Amendment to Mortgage and Other Loan Documents recorded September 4, 2009 as Document Number 20091362757 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: G&G-BH Properties LLC, a California limited liability company, as Trustor, California National Bank, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the real and personal property therein: REAL PROPERTY: LOT 1170, OF TRACT NO. 6380, IN THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 69, PAGE(S) 11 TO 20 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. APN: 4332001-008 PERSONAL PROPERTY: See Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein. Exhibit “A” DESCRIPTION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY AND FIXTURES Initially capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to them in the aforementioned Deed of Trust. All of the Trustor’s right, title and interest in and to the following property and all proceeds of such property, which Trustor now owns or may acquire later: (a) all goods and tangible personal property located on the Premises or wherever located if used or useable

in connection with the use, operation or occupancy of the Premises, including, without limitation, all appliances, furniture and furnishings, fittings, materials, supplies, equipment, inventory, fixtures and building materials, whether stored on the Premises or elsewhere; (b) all general intangibles relating to design, development, operation, management and use of the Premises and construction of the Improvements, including, without limitation, (i) all names under which or by which the Premises may at any time be operated or known, all rights to carry on business under any such names or any variant of such names, and all goodwill in any way relating to the Premises, (ii) all permits, licenses, authorizations, variances, land use entitlements, approvals and consents issued or obtained in connection with the construction of the Improvements or the use, occupancy or operation of the Premises, (iii) all rights as a declarant (or its equivalent) under any covenants, conditions and restrictions or other matters of record affecting the Premises, (iv) all materials prepared for filing or filed with any governmental agency and (v) all rights under any contract entered into with contractors, architects, designers, engineers, consultants, managers, brokers and similar persons in connection with the development, design, use, operation, management and construction of the Premises; (c) all architectural drawings, plans, specifications, soil tests and reports, feasibility studies, appraisals, engineering reports, financial analyses and reports and similar materials relating to the Premises; (d) all payment and performance bonds or guarantees relating to the Premises; (e) all reserves, deferred payments, deposits, refunds (including, without limitation, tax, special assessment, bond and insurance refunds), rebates, reimbursements, governmental subsidies, governmentally registered credits (such as emission reduction credits), costs savings, waivers and payments, whether cash or in kind, of any kind relating to the construction, design, development, operation, occupancy, use and disposition of the Premises, and any rights, dividends, interest or other property to which Trustor is now or may later become entitled to receive on account of its interest in any of the foregoing; (f) all proceeds and claims arising on account of any damage to or taking of the Property, including, without limitation, claims under insurance policies, and all causes of action and recoveries for any loss or diminution in the value of the Property; (g) all policies of insurance relating to the Property, irrespective of whether Beneficiary requires Trustor to obtain or maintain such policies, all riders, amendments,

renewals, supplements or extensions of such policies; the right to assert, prosecute and settle claims under such policies; the right to receive payments of proceeds of such policies; and all judgments, claims, compensation, awards, settlements and proceeds of or with respect to any of the foregoing; (h) all deposits made with or other security given to utility companies or governmental entities by Trustor with respect to the Premises, and all advance payments of insurance premiums made by Trustor with respect to the Premises; (i) all shares of stock or other evidence of ownership of any part of the Property that is owned by Trustor in common with others, including all water stock relating to the Premises, if any, and all documents or rights of membership in any owners’ or members’ association or similar group having responsibility for managing or operating any part of the Premises; (j) all sales contracts, escrow agreements, and broker’s agreements concerning the sale of the Property; (k) all of the rents, leases, issues, profits, royalties, income, rights to payment, deposits, receipts and proceeds generated by the use and occupancy of the Property to the extent such are not Rents or otherwise deemed to be real property, and all “accounts” (as defined in the California Uniform Commercial Code) generated from the use and operation of the Property to which Trustor may be entitled, whether now due, past due or to become due; (l) Intentionally Omitted; (m) all deposit accounts or related rights to receive payment from depositories or institutions into which Trustor deposits (i) the Rents, (ii) any other income derived from the Property described under subsection (k) above, (iii) any security deposits or other monies paid to Trustor or Trustor’s property manager whether pursuant to the terms of a Lease or otherwise, (iv) any other amounts described in Sections 1.1 or 1.2 of the Deed of Trust or this Exhibit A and any proceeds of any such amounts, or (v) amounts required by Beneficiary to be deposited or which Trustor agrees to deposit with Beneficiary in connection with the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust; and (n) all proceeds, products and offspring, whether cash, instruments, promissory notes, contract rights or otherwise, of the sale or other disposition of all or any part of the Premises, of the Rents, the Leases, and the personal property described in subsections (a) through (m) and (o) of this Exhibit A. (o) all fixtures; whether any of the foregoing is owned now or acquired later, all accessions, additions, replacement, and substitutions relating to any of the foregoing; all records of any kind relating to any of the foregoing; all proceeds relating to any of the foregoing (including

insurance, general intangibles and accounts proceeds); and all of the following additional collateral: (i) all machinery, motors, equipment, materials (including building materials), appliances, and fixtures now or hereafter installed or place on or in the Land (or any building or other Improvements thereon) for the generation and distribution of air, water, heat, electricity, light, fuel or refrigeration or ventilating or air conditioning purposes or for sanitary or drainage purposes or for the exclusion of vermin or insects or for the removal of dust, refuse or garbage, and all elevators, escalators, tracts, ramps, loading platforms, fitting doors, windows, signs, fronts, awnings, window shades, drapery rods and brackets, screens, floor coverings, incinerators, carpeting, all sprinklers and sprinklers equipment, trees, plants, shrubs and other landscaping, and all furniture, fixtures, sinks, stoves, ovens, refrigerators, cabinets, hot water heaters, hoods, vents, ducts, flues, fans, ventilators, panels and other property used in the operation or occupancy of the Land or building and Improvements, together with all additions to, substitutions for, changes in or replacements of the whole or any part of any or all of said articles of property, and together with all property of the same character that Trustor may hereafter acquire at any time and all proceeds received upon the sale, exchange, collection or other disposition of the foregoing; (ii) all intangible property and rights relating to the Land or the operation thereof, or used in connection therewith, including, but not limited to, all governmental permits relating to construction of the Land, certificates of occupancy, and name rights and goodwill relating to the Land, building and Improvements; (iii) all reserves, deferred payments, deposits, refunds, cost savings and payments of any kind relating to the construction of any Improvements on the Land; (iv) all water stock relating to the Land; (v) all causes of action, claims, compensation and recoveries for any damage, condemnation or taking of the Property, or for any conveyance in lieu thereof, whether direct or consequential, or for any damage or injury to the Property, or for any loss or diminution in value of the Property; (vi) all plans and specifications prepared for construction of building and Improvements on the Land and all studies, data and drawings related thereto, and also all contracts and agreements of the Trustor relating to the aforesaid plans and specifications or to the aforesaid studies, data, drawings or to the construction of building and Improvements on the Land; (vii) all monies on deposit for the payment of real estate taxes or special assessments against the Property or the Land

or for the payment of premiums on policies of fire and other hazard insurance covering the Property described herein or the Land; (viii) all proceeds from the sale or transfer of all or any of the Property described herein. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 435 S. Palm Drive, Beverly Hills, CA. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $29,841,738.11 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pur-

suant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may visit the website below using the file number assigned to this case. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For information on sale dates please visit our website at: http://www.ncs.firstam.co m/socal/ DATE: 6/17/14 First American Title Insurance Company 4380 La Jolla Village Drive Suite 110 San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 410-2158 David Z. Bark, Foreclosure Trustee NPP0232324 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER PUB: 06/27/2014, 07/04/2014, 07/11/2014

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Los Angeles. 111 N. Hills Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: Charles S. Althouse 188 N. Euclid Ave. P.O. Box 698 Upland, CA 91785 Tel: 909/985-9828

NOTICE OF PETITION Published: June 27, July TO ADMINISTER 4, 11, 2014 Beverly Hills ESTATE OF MARILYN S. EPSTEIN Courier AKA MARILYN EPSTEIN ————————— CASE NO: BP153185 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both of: Marilyn S. Epstein AKA Marilyn Epstein A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Mark Bedol in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles The Petition for probate requests that Mark Bedol be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administrative of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 07/22/2014 Time: 8:30 AM Dept: 11 Room: Superior Court of California, County of

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014157973 The following is/are doing business as: B2B VENDOR MAGAZINE 269 S. Beverly Dr. #1526, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Kenny Malloy 269 S. Beverly Dr. #1526, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Richard Key 269 S. Beverly Dr. #1526, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: JOINT VENTURE, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Kenny Malloy, Co-Owner/Publisher: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 10, 2014; Published: June 20, 27, July 04, 11, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014167220 The following is/are doing business as: 1) THE BIDET COMPANY 2) RENEW 426 S. Rexford Dr. #4, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Architectural Elements, Inc. 426 S. Rexford Dr. #4, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 2009: Debra L. Cherney, President/CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 20, 2014; Published: June 27, July 04, 11, 18, 2014 LACC N/C

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CLASSIFI ED INDEX MISCELLANEOUS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Obituaries .............................................00 Bookkeeping/Accounting ......................01 Announcements....................................02 Mail Boxes............................................03 Lost & Found ........................................04 Personals .............................................05 Phone Cards ........................................06 Legal Services......................................09 Catering ................................................10 Valet Parking Services ..........................12 Auctions................................................25 Travel Tours..........................................40 Personal Chef.......................................42 Party Services ......................................43 Video/Photography ...............................44 Schools/Instruction ...............................45 Computer Consultants..........................46 Health & Beauty....................................4 7 Fitness ..................................................48 Professional Services...........................50 Alterations ............................................53 Jobs Wanted ........................................55 Situations Wanted ................................58 Jobs Wanted Domestic ........................60 Domestic Agencies...............................85 Child Care ............................................86 Elderly Home/Care ...............................88 Employment Opportunities ...................90 Volunteer Work.....................................98

Business and Commercial Lots .........235 Wanted to Rent, Offices .....................239 Offices, Stores for Lease....................240 Commercial Property For Lease .........241 Building Material.................................245 Industrial Lots.....................................250 Acreage, Residential Lots ..................260 Condominiums and Townhouses........270 Real Estate for Exchange ..................280 Real Estate Services ..........................281 Real Estate Loans..............................288 Property Management .......................290 Houses for Sale .................................300 Wanted to Buy....................................302 Wanted to Buy Houses ......................303 Palm Springs for Rent ........................331

RENTALS Rentals to Share ................................404 Wanted to Rent ..................................405 Garage/Storage Rentals .....................407 Rooms for Rent...................................415 Hotels & Motels...................................416 Boarding House/Senior Living ............418 Houses for Rent Furnished ................420 Houses for Rent Unfurnished.............425 Apartments for Rent Furnished..........435 Rental Referral Services ....................439 Apartments for Rent Unfurnished ......440 Vacation Rentals ................................449

BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL

MISCELLANEOUS/SALES

Business Opportunities .......................110 Business Wanted ................................115 Investment Opportunities....................125 Investors Wanted ................................126 Business Services ..............................130 Financial Services ..............................135 Money to Loan....................................150 Mortgage Loans ..................................151 Real Estate Loans ..............................155 Money Wanted....................................165

Antiques/Paintings for Sale................460 Antiques/Paintings Wanted.................461 Jewelry ...............................................468 Furniture For Sale ..............................469 Miscellaneous for Sale........................470 Miscellaneous Wanted ........................471 Pianos For Sale ..................................472 Pianos Wanted....................................473 Fashion ...............................................474 Garage/Estate Sales...........................475 Pets ....................................................480 Auctions .............................................488

REAL ESTATE Income Property for Sale ...................200 Income Property Wanted ....................201 Commercial Property For Sale...........202 Businesses For Sale ..........................208 Business Property for Sale .................210 Business Property for Rent.................215 Business Property Wanted.................220

TRANSPORTATION Autos for Sale ....................................500 Motorcycles ........................................525 Aircraft’s for Sale................................540 Aircraft’s Wanted ................................545 Boats/Yachts ......................................555

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CENTURY TOWERS from $1,250,000

• JUST REMODELED • BEVERLY HILLS Elevator access. OFFICE BLDG. Rent Includes: HVAC, electricity, Was Medical Bldg. phone, high-speed 17 Offices+7 Baths. internet, use COMPLETELY RE-DONE. of conference room.

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LARGE REMODELED BEVERLY HILLS 1 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH North of Sunest Full service building with 7 Bd.+8 Ba. Huge Lot pool, 24hr security, laundry ANNETTE W OLF • A GT. in unit and 2 parking space. 310/441-1811 310/766-1812 $549,000 • Low HOA Call 310/600-1314 Fariba Ramin • DRE 01329041

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Central Air & Heat Newly Remodeled

UPPER SPANISH DUPLEX 3 BDRMS + 2 BATHS $4,675/MO.

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Bright, spacious living room w/stained glass 407 window, marble fireplace, GARAGE/STORAGE wood floors, lrg. formal TO RENT dining, breakfast nook, all new stainless steel S A N T A M O N I C A appliances, washer & 427 Montana Ave. dryer in unit, central A/C S t o r a g e and 3 car garage.

2-car garage, circular Av a i l a b l e for Rent. driveway. $6,000/Mo. Close to Beach . 310/247-0270 310/394-7132 310/433-1949

1300 Sq. Ft. Great location, 2 car parking. $3,000/MO. All utilities included

Diana 310/486-5033

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2 Bdrm. • $2,690/Mo. X-LARGE LUXURY APT.

Professionally decorated. All new interior.

Pico/Robertson 2 Bd.+2 Ba. $2,275 • L IGHT & A IRY • Brand new hardwood flooring throughout. New custom built-ins in kitchen, huge closets, a/c, central heat, 2-car prkg., laundry facility.

Exceptional Condition! 323/937-3737

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NORTH OF SUNSET 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH

Upper, Hrwd. flrs.,drapes, BEVERLY HILLS For more info call: 310/276-2119 granite kitchen+bath, Next to Century City & Roxbury Park stainless steel appl., w/d SINGLE hook-ups, hi-ceilings. HAPPY 2nd floor, harwood flrs., The Famous BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. Shared backyard. No pets. INDEPENDENCE lrg. serperate kitchen, Ave. of The Stars 1017 S. SHERBOURNE 310/271-6811 DAY fridge, stove. No pets. Prestigious Century Towers Very Private & Spacious Cell: 310/994-4122 Quiet 6-unit bldg. FROM DOLORES, 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • $4,850 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH Must see! 439 S. Rexford $1,150/mo. MURRAY & HENRY Brand New Remodel 310/713-1664 upper unit with breakfast To Perfection. 1,300sf. and formal dining room. **BEVERLY HILLS** KELEMEN BEVERLY HILLS W/D, olympic size pool, Yard, laundry & parking. GOLDEN TRIANGLE 412 N. OAKHURST DR. REAL ESTATE 24/7 valet, doorman, $3,500/MO. 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH ~ Luxury Large ~ (310) 966-0900 tennis court. License 00957281

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Call 310.271.3435

3 BD + DEN/OFC. or 4 BDRM + 2.5 BA $5,500/MO.

Entertainers Dream!

310/476-4300

Gourmet Chef's Kitchen, Granite Counters, Stainless Appliances, Custom Cabinets, Step Down living Rm., Dining Rm, Plantation Shutters, Wood Floors, Master with Large Walk-In Closet; A/C, Security System, Gated Courtyard and Grassy Backyard; BHUSD. Close to Restuarants & Rodeo Drive.

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Call 310/717-2755

————— BEVERLY HILLS HUGE 3,000 SQ. FT. Completely Remodeled 3 BD + 2 BA CONDO In Spanish 4-Plex Upper and Lower Units Available. New kitchen & bath, private entry, balcony, hardwood floors, fireplace, Central A/C, high ceilings, alarm, double garage. Pets OK. Close to shops & restaurants. Robertson / Burton Way Starting at $4,500/MO. Call 310/890-5576

Call 213/804-3761

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$2,495/MO.

2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba.

Dining rm., appliances, washer/dryer in unit, BEVERLY HILLS wet bar, balcony, central 170 N. CRESCENT DR 136 S. Palm Dr. NOW AVAILABLE air, walk-in closet, Available Immediately. 2-parking. No pets. B RIGHT & S PACIOUS GATED 5 STAR Call or Text Lesley LUXURY PROPERTIES $3,100/Month C ORNER U NITS . F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED 2+2+Balcony • $3,200 at 310/770-2714 Robert: 310/403-6812 *BEL AIR 1+Den+2 • $2,800 *WESTWOOD 100 S. DOHENY B e v e r l y H i l l s Central air/heat, *CENTURY CITY 138 N. Hamilton Dr. 1 BDRM., 11/2 BATH. gated garage. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • CENTURY PARK EAST Call For Complete Info: 24-hr. security, swimming Dishwasher, pool, tennis court, gym, controlled access, 310/863-4325 2 BED / 2 BATHS laundry facility. 4th floor. room view, $3,900/MONTH C LOSE TO C EDARS , High Floor Ocean & City Views B E V E R L Y H I L L S upgraded. High-rise bldg. B EVERLY C ENTER , Huge Balcony. Brand New Next to 4-Season’s Hotel. Renovation. Quartz Counters R ESTAURANT R OW . 412 N. OAKHURST DR. Real Hardwood Flooring $2,475/MO Recessed Lighting. Lots of Closets 310/531-3992 ~ Luxury Large ~ Call 310/892-4166 Stainless Steel Appliances Luxurious Baths 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. Choose from Two Models or 323/653-3862 BEVERLY HILLS Dining rm., appliances, 218 S. Tower Dr. • • 2 BED / 2 BATHS washer/dryer in unit, B E V E R L Y H I L L S •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •• $3,650/MONTH • • wet bar, balcony, central 426 S. Maple Dr. #4 • Single • • Sub-Penthouse. Jumbo Balcony • air, walk-in closet, Ocean & City Views Spacious Bright Upper Front Old World Charm ! Quiet Location 2 Separate Suites 2-parking. No pets. 2 Bd.+2 Ba • $2,300 Bright, intercom entry, Real Hardwood Floors. Updated $3,100/Month Remodeled kitchen, fridge, stove, laundry fac. Kitchen & Baths. Granite Counter Robert: 310/403-6812 microwave, dishwasher, C LOSE TO RESTAURANTS

all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com

POOL, WET BAR AND CENTRAL AIR.

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1 BED / 1 BATHROOM $2,750/MONTH

Updated. Laminated Wood Floors Large Balcony. Ocean & City Views

————— carpet, excellent closet BEVERLY HILLS

space, a/c units.

SHOPPING .

310/531-3992

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• O p e n H o u s e • BEVERLY HILLS 2-Level, New carpets, Sat. & Sun. • 9-2pm • • • • • • • • 3 BEDROOM, 3 BATH

central air, new stove, Call: 310/556-1284 • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • • Pet Friendly • • 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. • fridge, dishwasher, lots of French doors in bdrm. to • closets, laundry facility in patio overlooking pool • secured building. 2-car BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Bedford/Olympic • GORGEOUS UNITS • garage. $3,000/MO. Central air, large Call 310/859-7368 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO balcony, pool, elevator, $2,150/MO. on-site laundry, Approx. 1400 Sq. ft. intercom entry. Visit Us At: Lower unit with fridge, 320 N. La Peer Dr. bhcourier.com washer/dryer in unit • 310/246-0290 • Or Call: CLOSE TO and 2 car parking.

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Call 310/880-7281 S H O P S & D I N I N G

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BEVERLY HILLS

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

• WESTWOOD • W I L S H I R E ~ WEST ~ In The HEART of • B R E N T W O O D • = BRENTWOOD = * HOLLYWOOD * C O R R I D O R 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE 922 S. Barrington Av. 417 S. Barrington Av. L O S A N G E L E S 10933 Rochester Ave. • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • : : : : : : ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 10530-10540 2 Bdrm. + 1 Bath 170 N. Crescent Dr. • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath : : : : : : Fireplace, balcony, 2 Bd.+2 Ba. * * Newly Remodeled. Wilshire Bl. * * * * * wet bar, dishwasher, • 1 Bdrm. Jr . Executive * * * * * : : : : : : +1 Bath • New hrwd. flrs., stain- Spacious 2 Bdrm. +2 Bath ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ laundry facility, Newly Remodeled a/c, fireplace, less steel appl., balcony, pool, controlled access, • S i n g l e • * * * * * * * elevator, parking. : : : : : : : : : : : : controlled access, • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • laundry fac., prkg. on-site laundry, prkg. • Free WiFi Access • • 2 Bd. + 1 Ba. • controlled access, prkg. 1307 Barry Ave. ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ 310/473-5061 310/473-1509 • BRENTWOOD • Luxury Living Close to Close To U.C.L.A. SMALL QUIET BLDG. 125 N. Barrington Av. with valet, Brentwood Village. N E W LY U P D AT E D lush garden W E S T W O O D • 310/440-5051 • ~ W E S T ~ surrounding pool, • • • • • 1 0 9 0 5 O h i o A v e . VERY UNIQUE • MUST SEE • 2 Bdrm. LOS ANGELES gym, elevator, etc. • • + 2 Bath • 12424 TeXaS Ave. •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •• Upscale, Bright, SANTA MONICA • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • Hrwd. flrs., granite • Single • counters, dishwasher, • Gorgeous & Spacious. 427 Montana Ave. E R Y N I C E U N I T. V • • central air, balcony. •• • • • • • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • •• • • • • • • 2nd floor, • • Call: 310/470-4474 With Pool, balcony, • • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. ••• on-site laundry, Wifi, Bright, controlled central air, fireplace, • • • •• covered parking, •••• ••• access, balcony, stove, elevator, inter**CENTURY CITY** Controlled access, controlled access. pool, elevator, com entry, prkg. gym. 2220 S. Beverly Glen laundry facility, prkg. • 310/476-2181 • garage, laundry facility. 310/442-8265 • • Close to Beach. Close To U.C.L.A. • 1 B d . + 1 B a . • Close to shopping, dining & schools. 310/477-6856 310/394-7132 WEST L.A. •• S i n g l e •• 1342 Centinela Ave. • Lots of •

Large & Bright. Close to shops+dining. Hardwood floors, 310/826-0541 pool, laundry facility, Pool, a/c, balcony,

fridge, stove, laundry rm., prkg., intercom entry, elevator.

CLOSE TO SHOPS & R ESTAURANTS . 310/858-8133

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443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

• 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • • • • • • • • • • • • BRIGHT & S PACIOUS BEVERLY HILLS LIVING. Balcony, dishwasher, elevator, intercom entry, on-site laundry, parking. P LEASE C ALL :

310/435-3693

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11730 SUNSET BLVD.

808 4th St. ** • Jr. Executive * * * 2 Bd.+2 Ba. * 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • * * ••••••• * * Rooftop pool, * *

• • • • • • NEWLY REMODELED

1 Bd. + Den + 1 Ba. BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE

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Good closet space, a/c, BRENTWOOD elevator, dishwasher, The Carlton controlled access. Close 11666 Goshen Ave. to Cedars/shops/trans. ( • ) ( • ) ( • )( • ) ( )

310/247-8689

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Single

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- 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath W E S T W O O D •Character & Charm !• - 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath 1409 Midvale Ave.

• Bright Unit • Granite countertops, balcony, on-site laundry, On-site parking. Close to transportation.

• 310/442-8265 •

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12333 TeXaS Ave. • Close to Beach • ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ 310/394-7132 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath

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Glass Fireplace Newly Remodeled. New hardwood flrs., granite counters, stainless steel appl., alcove fireplace, WiFi, a/c, intercom entry, laundry facility, fridge, laundry facility, elevator, parking, pool. gated parking, intercom CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., entry, WiFi and more.

•••• ••• •••• • 2 Bd.+11/2 Ba. • • • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • • • • Single • • • • • • • •

SHOPPING & 1 BLK. WESTWOOD PARK. 310/478-8616

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∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ~ WESTWOOD ~

—————–––– LAFAYETTE PARK AFAYETTE PARK PL.

1 Bdrm.+1 Bath Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, air conditioned, new hrwd. flrs., designer finishes, balcony, ceiling fan, elevator, controlled access. Fitness ctr, yoga room, wi-fi, skyview lounge w/ outdoor fireplace, laundry facilities. Easy freeway access

213/382-1021

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• 310/552-8064 • L O S A N G E L E S Rooftop jacuzzi 4 0 1 S . H O O V E R S t . with panoramic • • • • • • • • city views. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

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• 2 Bd.+2 Ba. Granite counters, dish- 10992 Ashton Ave. CUL VER CITY 2600 Virginia Ave. washer, balcony, stove, • • 3830 Vinton Ave. • • • • • • • • • S p a c i o u s • intercom-entry, on-site • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • • Control access, pool, • 3 Bd.+2 Ba. • • Single • laundry, parking. dishwasher, elevator, Balcony, intercom Appox. 1,100sf. • • • 310/826-4600 entry, elevator, onon-site laundry • • •• Patio, dishwasher, sight laundry, prkg. and parking. on-site laundry, parking. ~ WEST L.A. ~ Close to UCLA & Pool, sauna, 213/385-4751 Close to school, freeway 1675 Colby Ave. Westwood Village . intercom entry, elevator, on-site 310/479-8977 & transportation. * * * 448 *** laundry, parking. 310/449-1100 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. REAL ESTATE All Utilities Paid. Spacious & Bright. W E S T W O O D SERVICES 310/841-2367 1380 Midvale Ave. A/C,

WiFi, central air/heat, fireplace, patio, 519 S. Barrington Ave. controlled access, pool, elevator, parking, ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ1˚Δ˚Δ˚ 2 Bdrm.+1 /2 Bath laundry facility. Bright unit. 310/312-9871 Dishwasher, On-site Shopping & Dining in Brentwood Village laundry, parking. Close to 1628 Westgate Ave. dishwasher, stove, Brentwood Village. L O W M O V E - I N ! ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ intercom entry, L.A.’S FINEST, MOST 310/472-8915 B r i g h t & A i r y . on-sight laundry, prkg. LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL 310/477-0072 Dishwasher, * * * * * * BRENTWOOD Intercom entry, on-sight • WESTWOOD • “The Mission ” 11640 Kiowa Ave. parking, on-sight 550 Veteran Ave. • W e s t w o o d • laundry facility. •••••••• • Newly Updated Close to transportation. • • • • 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • • • • • 310/820-1810 • 2 B d . + 2 B a . 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath • 1 Bd+1 Ba • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. W S L . • 2 Bd+2 Ba+Balcony •••••••• E T A . • Single ••••• • • • • • Balcony, dishwasher, 1236 Amhearst Ave. 6-Month Lease Avail. Very spacious, * * * * * * a/c, heated pool, WiFi, • Spacious Units • Every Extra Luxury: granite counters, elevator controlled custom cabinets, granite ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ microwave, intercom 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath access, on-site laundry, countertops, stone entry, pool, health club, spa. entry, on-sight launDishwasher, a/c, parking. Close to • Free WiFi Access • dry, parking & WiFi. • Close to UCLA • controlled access, Brentwood Village, 1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. Very close to UCLA on-site parking L.A., 90024 Shops & Restaurants. & Westwood Village. Contact Mgr.: & laundry facility. • 310/826-4889 • 310/208-5166 • 310/864-0319 • 310/820-8584

BRENTWOOD

323/467-8172

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deck, central air, Large, Unique & elevator, intercom Gorgeous. Fireplace, BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. entry, on-sight laundry, balcony, dishwasher, 309 S. Sherbourne Dr. gym, parking. intercom entry, • Free WiFi Access • ( • • • ----- • • • ) ~ 310/476-3824 ~ elevator, prkg., pool.

• • • • • •

Great Views Great views, controlled access, balcony, elevator, lrg. pool, prkg, on-sight laundry. H IKING IN R UNYON C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD B OWL /N IGHTLIFE .

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WEST L.A.

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WiFi, pool, elevator, —————–––– controlled access, on-

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• MIRACLE MILE • Single 2 Bd. +2 Ba. 615 S. Cochran Ave. • • • • • • Single •

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

310/473-1509

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Spacious 2 1

Bd. + 2 Ba. Bd. + 1 Ba. Single

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

323/919-4800 Close to Museums, Grove & Restaurants.

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1769-1775 N. Sycamore Av.

• • • • Single

• Bachelor Hardwood floors, Controlled access, dishwasher, controlled access, on-site laundry facility. laundry & parking. Utilities Included. C LOSE TO U.C.L.A. 323/851-3790 310/864-0319

Close to Everything.

BEVERLY HILLS

472 BAGS WANTED

WANTED ALLIGATOR, CROCODILE, EXOTIC SKINS; CHANEL, GUCCI HERMES, AND DESIGNER HANDBAGS VINTAGE & NEW TOP DOLLAR PAID

S E RV I C E

AUTOS WANTED

$$ CASH $$ FOR CARS

I BUY

We Will Buy Your Car, Running or Not.

* * * * * *

USED CARS

All Types. Will appraise your car for free. CALL JOHN

CALL ED

NEIL:

310/413-1138

323/868-4119

Call 310/289-9561

473 PIANO FOR SALE

508 BUY & SELL ESTATE PAWN SHOP

9’ STEINWAY GRAND PIANO MODEL “D” • Mint Condition •

Satin Finish. Includes cover & adjustable Steinway bench. Primary Owner. $57K OBO CALL OR TEXT:

310/497-6202 Serious Inquiries Only

500 AUTOS FOR SALE

2004 MINI S 60K MILES

ANTIQUES BUY & SELL

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY BUY & SELL

buy antiques! Highest prices paid, satisfaction Guaranteed! HIGHEST CASH we

PRICES PAID •••••••••• Antiques - Old Coins Tiffany Items Paintings - Objets d’Art Estate Jewelry: Gold - DiamondsVintage Watches Lalique - Art Glass Fine Porcelains: Meissen - Sevres Marble Statues Bronze Sculptures Clocks - Silver Furniture: French English - American One Item or Entire Estates Purchased For Cash. Prompt & Considerate Response to All Inquiries. House Calls O.K. ••••••••••

MICHAEL NEWMAN

310/276-0188 818/888-9200

Visit my website at beverlyhil santiques.com

MANUAL SATELLITE RADIO $10,500

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D I R E C T O RY

323/465-2453

Paintings Art Deco Art Nouveau Marble Statues Russian Items

Chinese Art Clocks Chandeliers Porcelain Dresden

Meissen KPM Royal Vienna Islamic Art Bronze

TRADES & CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED TOO! WE

CAN BUY ONE ITEM OR YOUR ENTIRE HEIRLOOM!

Arté Antiques

Tel:

310.858.7666 artela@aol.com

www.ArteAntiques.com

LUXURY JEWELS OF

BEVERLY HILLS Bring us your watches, diamonds, estate jewelry, gold/silver, coins, art, & antiques. We have over 100 combined years of expertise in buying, selling, and appraisals. WE PAY PREMIUM PRICES! *WE BEAT MOST AUCTION HOUSE PRICES*

B U Y •S E L L •L O A N •T R A D E •C O N S I G N 203 S. Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills 90212 310.205.0093 • info @ ljobh.com license# 19100971

—————–––– 2011 Range Rover Sport HSE LUX

V I S I T O U R C L A S S I F I E D S O N L I N E AT

www.bhcourier.com

• Perfect Condition •

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

24K Miles, White

BUY & SELL

Exterior, Black Interior, Garaged in BH. $46,999

650/387-9023

Our next auction is on June 29 beginning at 11:00AM

wrothacker@gmail.com

NO COMMISSION CHARGE

We File & Publish DBA’s For Info call: 310.278.1322

for selling your private estate until July 30, 2014

Call (310) 770-5444 or (310) 424-5288, or e-mail us for more information and to schedule an appraisal. Terms and conditions apply. Acceptance of any private estate is at the sole discretion of Artingstall & Hind Auctioneers LLC.

403 N. Foothill Road Beverly Hills, CA 90210 info@artingstall.com www.artingstall.com

Sculpture Jade Tifanny Lalique Galle Daum

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CONTRACTOR GENERAL CONTRACTOR 4 0 Ye a r s E x e r i e n c e i n L A

T HE S OLENDER G ROUP I NC .

HANDY

MARBLE

PEOPLE

RESTORATION

• Remodeling • Carpentry • Ceramic Tile • Plumbing

GOLD COAST ~ MARBLE ~

Also, Exp. Forensic Expert Free Consultations and Estimates.

• Call Dave •

• Marble Polishing • Sealing • Floor Restoration • Grout Cleaning

Cell: 213/300-0223

Call For Free Estimate:

Hi Rise - Lo Rise • Cal. LIC #348195

323/651-1832

818/348-3266 • 818/801-9503 • Cell: 818/422-9493 •

New Construction, Remodeling & Additions.

WWW . SOLENDERGROUPINC . COM

Stephenmishka90025@yahoo.com

310/203-0323 • 323/850-0080

• Drywall • Painting • Plaster • Wallpaper

No Job Too BIG or Too small!

—————–––– *HANDY BEN*

GENERAL CONTRACTOR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

General Contractor • Remodeling • Room Additions • Painting • Wood Work • Plumbing • Roofiing • Electrical • Tile • Concrete • Flooring • Hauling Debris • More N O JOB TOO SMALL ! 818/605-1480 • Senior Discount •

REMODELING & NEW ADDITIONS

Lic. #944033 • Insured

CONTRACTOR

• AC • CONSTRUCTION

FREE Estimates

310.278.5380 L I C : # 8 0 1 8 8 4 • F U L L Y INSURED

LICENSED HANDYMAN State Lic. #914589

FREE ESTIMATES

CARPENTRY

HANDY

PEOPLE

O H A N A F I N I S H E D • WHITNEY'S • CARPENTRY ELECTRICAL AND Specializing In HANDYMAN SERVICE Custom Cabinetry Custom Kitchen+Baths Doors, Windows, Formica, Furniture Repair/Refinish, Handyman Services.

35+ Years Experience! 323/356-8590 Lic. #577369 • Bonded

ELECTRICIAN

30 years of Quality service. Big and small jobs. Immediate Response

35 Years Experience

HOME REPAIR & REMODELING Kitchen/Bathroom & Additions • Electrical Plumbing • Painting Int./Ext. • Concrete Drywall • Carpentry Welding • Roofing W e Can Help with All Your Home Needs. Needs.

CALL DAN @ 323/855-8400

805-252-2122

—————–––– LICENSED HANDYMAN

HANDYMAN SERVICES HONEST and RELIABLE No job too Big but not too Small

Lic. # B650400

CARE ELECTRIC All Electrical Needs! Residential/Commercial Expert Repair Small Jobs OK Fully Insured All Work Guaranteed! www.careelectric.net

310/901-9411 Lic.# 568446

N o j o b t o o S M A L L or BIG . 3 2 3 / 3 0 4 - 0 3 8 0

+ FULL SERVICE BUILDING MAINTENANCE

FREE Estimates. Call Rony:

• 310/245-1717 • Bonded & Insured

• • •

SERVICE •

N E W R O O F S / R E PA I R S R AINGUTTER & S KYLIGHT S ER VICE G ARAGE /O FFICE C ONVERSION ’ S Written roof inspections for real estate agents.

30 Years in Business • 3rdrd Generation Roofer

• Orsinis Roofing • Call Steve 24-hrs.: • 800-213-6806 • • 213-615-3769 •

EXCELLENT LOCAL REFERENCES Insured • Bonded

Mobile Credit Card Payment And Payment Plans Available.

• Member of BBB •

SUDOKU

REAL ESTATE AGENTS/SELLERS, PREP YOUR PROPERTY.

MOVING

PAINTING

RELIABLE MOVERS

RAFAEL

Moving your future ahead.

PAINTING

Dependable Fast Services

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Residential/Commercial

FREE ESTIMATES

Quality Custom Painting References Available.

CALL FRANK 323/470-1077

NO JOB TOO SMALL. LIC. # 641602 BONDED + INSURED 20 Years Experience

CREDIT CARD ACCEPTED

PAINTING

YALE

PAINTING House • Commercial Apt. • Industrial • Hi-Rise Since 1982 I Have Great Preparation

SUDOKU ANSWER 06/27/14

323/658-7847 323/864-2490 FREE ESTIMATE

POOL SERVICE

LANDSCAPING

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Lic. # 689667 • Bonded / Insured

323/733-4898 Call Young anytime “I Do My Own Work”

From A to Z. Electrical • Plumbing • Painting Int./Ext. • Framing • Tile • Concrete Drywall • Glasswork Carpentry • Welding Additions • Remodeling

• ROOFING

Interior/Exterior

Excellent reference.

Call Robert at

ROOFING

• HANDYMAN • • Home Repairs

BEVERLY HILLS

D I R E C T O R Y

WILSHIRE PAINT & REPAIRS Residential & Commercial Licensed & Insured

• Low Rates • 25 Years Experience • Interior/Exterior Painting • Drywall and Texture • Dryrot Repairs • Plumbing • Electrical

Free Estimates

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D R A W L A R T I C L E M S G O R E

J A R A H E A N B T R I W S O A N L E S M H I I N N O B R O N E

S A T I V A P O N I E D U P F A C E S

C R I M E S E W B R I G A T E O U T

ISSUE

H U L T A P A H O N H E E N I N G A G O G A A B N Y S T A G U I D E F R A N I E T S T R A D O I N U N T H E Z O R E N O R R A S I A M E N

Z T O A N K A S E L A S F A H E I E S M D T O P N K E I N R S E M E N A A M P D I A I M D I N A T S H

Y P E A M E N R A R R A F A R V E G A W C E T S T T V A B E A L E N N I N U N E P A I A E T N T O U G H N Y O Y C N A L I T H A T I O R E M O E R E S

B A S E S T D E B O R A H O H E N R Y

BEVERLY HILLS

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Chairman Emeritus Paula Kent Meehan President & Publisher Marcia Wilson Hobbs ******

Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Stephen P. Simmons ****** Founding Publisher March Schwartz (Publisher 1965-2004) Clifton S. Smith, Jr. (Publisher 2004-2014)

Rabbi Jacob Pressman THE GLORIOUS JULY 4TH

There are very few occasions when the American patriotic spirit is universally expressed as the fourth of July, which commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Of all of America’s patriotic celebrations, it is the longest observed and most widely commemorated. One of my most cherished recollections is the display of fireworks to The Courier is proud to be a Education Partner which I look forward from my early childhood. It evoked patriotism and little Jacky anticipated it with great enthusiasm. One of my earliest experiences was buying a forbidden firecracker, which when twilight came on the 4th, I would place under an empty can and caused it to explode, sending the can bouncing around our backyard. From those earliest days, the observance of the holiday has been perfected until now. I happily joined the thousands of people sitting on both banks of the East Common Core is one of the most controversial issues now facing the River in Manhattan, NYC and eagerly anticipated dusk to begin the pyrotechnation’s education leaders. Here we present two differing opinions: nic displays. It is one of the few times which binds together the spirit of millions of our citizens to eagerly watch those displays. Pro Common Core by Lewis Hall This year the 4th happens to fall on Friday, at the end of the workweek A scathing letter from Steve Spitz ran in The Courier last week castigating the BHUSD for most of us. And in Beverly Hills, I shall once again be sitting and watchBoard of Education for supporting the Common Core State Standards. Unfortunately, Mr. Spitz has a fundamental misunderstanding of the purpose and ing the extraordinary displays, along with my family and friends. goals of Common Core. In short, its function is to ensure that all students who participate in the program reach determined academic targets. However, that is just the beginning. Once these targets have been reached, students are far better equipped to tackle the challenges of college and succeed in their chosen endeavors. Steven Fenton’s recent editorial in another publication was a baseless What are the Common Core State Standards? These are clear, consistent guidelines rant that some might compare to his own unremarkable term on the school that establish the required math and English skills from kindergarten through 12th grade. board. The only thing one can remember about his tenure on the board is How did these standards come about? Sponsored by the National Governors Asso- that he always managed to stack the deck with his own hires— FOFs or ciation and the Council of Chief State School Officers (not by President Obama as Mr. “Friends of Fenton.” Spitz asserts), the goal is to achieve consistent standards for all the states. The Gates FounI believe that these mean-spirited and unsubstantiated attacks on dation has supported the project with $200 million in grants. Contrary to Mr. Spitz’s Superintendent Woods and certain board members are motivated by nothclaims, the Gates Foundation has not placed a two-year moratorium on Common Core, ing more than simple greed. Fenton wants to ensure that he has a new and but a two-year moratorium on the use of test scores to evaluate teachers. (California does blockbuster ending to a book that no one will bother to read. His conflicts not evaluate teachers by test scores by-the-way.) of interest are the only genuinely transparent things about him. Why are the Common Core State Standards important? These standards focus on deI guess attacking board members and our superintendent is his latest veloping the critical-thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills that students will attempt to “Bleed Beverly.” Why doesn’t he just admit that he is peddling a need to be successful in life and thus help them become more competitive in college and book and nothing more? Wouldn’t it be easier to just buy some ad space? in the international workplace. Mel Klein Also, these standards provide a method for teachers to measure their students’ ****** progress throughout the school year. The State Board of Education adopted the Common The harsh personal and public attacks by former school board member Core standards on Aug. 2, 2010, and all subsequent standardized tests are based on these Steven Fenton, that appeared in the other local paper this week and last standards. These tests are important because they help determine our API, state ranking – week attacking current school board members Lisa Korbatov, Brian which is used by college administrators in determining students’ college admissions; and Goldberg and Lewis Hall would be enough to discourage anyone from runthey determine property values in the community which dramatically increase as the ning for public office in the future. Who would want to subject themselves school district’s reputation rises. Finally, all districts were provided funds to implement to such attacks? the Common Core Standards, including BHUSD. We have used these funds for new techAs a former school board member, Steven Fenton is aware of the monnology equipment, professional development and curriculum materials. umental issues facing our school district, including Metro wanting to tunnel For the past three years the Beverly Hills Unified School District has been preparing under our only high school and the intense struggles our school board their schools to align English-language and math skills to the Common Core. Curricula members are facing on a myriad of other issues. have been created and teachers trained so classroom instruction will meet these stanIt is one thing to publicly disagree with elected officials on issues; it is dards. This coming year is the first year that these standards will be fully implemented. Is another to impugn their character. Mr. Fenton accuses these school board the adaptation to Common Core a challenge for our teachers and administrators? For members of “abysmal management skills, a paucity of common sense and many it is, but the end result will be that all our students are far better educated – and a dearth of class.” who can argue with that? It seems to me that it is Mr. Fenton who has shown a dearth of class and Lewis Hall is a member of the BHUSD Board of Education civility by his over-the-top personal attack. He should stick to the issues

From The Publisher

MARCIA WILSON HOBBS

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Opposing View on Common Core - Herb Young School board member Lewis Hall has responded to my letter to The Courier on his Internet blog. I have no intention of conducting a “war of words” with Mr. Hall. When he wrote “our students are already kind of dumb” whether he was referring to Beverly Hills students or to American students in general, as he now states in his blog, is beside the point. I am writing once again to share with the community my concerns about the newly developed federal standard for teaching and testing K-12 students called “Common Core.” It is an unprecedented attempt to achieve national uniformity, replacing local control with centralized federal control. As a common denominator it will further diminish the quality of public education compared with that delivered by private schools. Our school board adopted Common Core some two years ago when its members were misinformed by Assistant Superintendent Telford that they had no choice, and is now being installed throughout the district. If, as Mr. Hall asserts, federal standards will elevate the academic program in our schools, that is simply an indication of how far the BHUSD academic program has plummeted. Texas, Virginia, Alaska and Nebraska never adopted Common Core. Minnesota only partially adopted it. Indiana, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Louisiana have withdrawn from it. North Carolina has legislation pending to withdraw, and there are movements in other states to drop it as well. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and many other prominent educational leaders have expressed concern about the absence of research and evaluation prior to installing Common Core, and the speed with which the new standards and tests are being implemented. They are now calling for a 2-year moratorium on decisions based on Common Core assessments. Mr. Hall and his fellow school board members will be long gone before the impact of their actions upon our students’ educations and post-graduate opportunities is determined. Meanwhile, Beverly Hills parents would be well advised to examine the specific teaching and testing methodologies of Common Core, and judge whether they are in the best interests of their children. Herb Young is a former, longtime member of the BHUSD Board of Education

and avoid personal attacks that have a chilling effect on anyone considering seeking public office in future elections. Hopefully, Mr. Fenton does not plan to run for elected office again. There is no room in our community for such unwarranted character assassination. Ronda Sheinblatt ****** I read with great interest the two recent guest columns in the other paper from little Stevie Fenton because it reminded me of the temper tantrums he used to throw on the baseball diamonds. Make no mistake the Fentons are used to getting their way and when they don't watch out. I did not support Goldberg nor Korbatov in their last elections because of how close they were to little Stevie but seeing how he has gone after them in such a public and ugly way makes me want to go out and support them the next time they run. It should come as no surprise to anyone who has been around for any lenght of time that the Fentons’ are all about promoting themseleves. The latest proof is the so-called book Stevie wrote with the principal at the high school. From the treatment that has been floating around via emails it is a real ego stroke for Fenton and probably explains why he is going after his former colleagues with such a vengence. I think it is time for a time out Stevie. Shirley Lippshum ****** Think I've figured out the mystery behind the ever increasing water rates. The Public Works Commission's rate structure will no longer be tied to the Consumer Price Increase or rate of inflation. It will be now be tied to the seasonal menu price increases at Spago. The Metropolitan Water District being advised by Mother Nature that a new contract with the clouds calling for increased salaries and benefits would have to be passed along to MWD, cried out for help. Consequently, we the citizens of Beverly Hills in effort to make everyone happy will pay more for less. Got it. Robert Block ******

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