BHCourier 07-15-2011

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BHHS student Lydia Choi will advance to tennis championships.

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Brooke Knapp New Rotary President

By John L. Seitz The watchword motto of Rotary International is “service above self.” This simple phrase is carried like a badge of honor by the more than 1.22 million members scattered across 200 countries and 34,000 worldwide clubs.

Locally, the Rotary Club of Beverly Hills was chartered in 1924, some 19 years after Chicago attorney Paul P. Harris started the whole thing off with three business associates in the “windy city.”

Meeting at noon every Monday in The Beverly Hills Hotel, Rotary serves as a “not to be missed” social gathering for the City’s power brokers.

“But it is far more than just that,” says realPRESIDENTS—LA5 Rotary President Kathy Turner (left) congratulates realtor Brooke Knapp on tor Brooke Knapp, the club’s fourth female presher installation Monday at The Beverly Hills Hotel as new president of the Rotary Club of Beverly ident who began her 2011-2012 term just this Hills. They are shown with AJ Willmer (right), next year’s RCBH president-elect.

Photo By Gidas Peteris

The Circle of Majesty Society held its annual charity luncheon.

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A weekend trip to Shanghai’s new Waldorf=Astoria via American Airlines 10

Andrew Stevens releases a new book, Rebel with a Cause.

11 •Health and Wellness •Fashion •Arts and Entertainment •Birthdays

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Century City Developer BHUSD Wins 9 Permit Appeals JMB Plans Huge Expansion Century City developer JMB Realty will try to build a third major tower on its property at Avenue of the Stars and Constellation Boulevard. Its latest plans were revealed at a pub-

Michael Gross’ Unreal Estate Explores The Secret History Of Los Angeles; They Came and Cried For Harry Potter Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

CLASSIFIEDS • Announcements • Real Estate • Rentals • Sales • and More

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lic scoping meeting Wednesday night. JMB, a major contributor to Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, is the main (see ‘EXPANSION,’ page 16)

New Cyber Bullying Law Allows BHUSD To Change District Policy

By Marla Schevker The BHUSD will now legally be able to increase consequences for students who partake in cyber bullying, thanks to the recently passed AB 746. AB 746, or the Cyber Bullying Prevention Law, states posts made on social network sites are cov-

By Marla Schevker In the past two weeks, the Beverly Hills Unified School District won nine of 11 permit appeal cases in front of the Los Angeles County Office of Education Board of Education.

The LACOE board holds hearings every Tuesday. The last

two Tuesdays have brought nine successes for the BHUSD. The two losses occurred last month Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Alex Cherniss said.

The BHUSD decided this year to not renew permits of students graduating from 8th grade (see ‘PERMITS,’ page 12)

ered under the Education Code anti-bullying provisions and allows for school officials to punish violators as they would traditional bullies.

Board Vice President Brian Goldberg said he believed the legislation is a response to the (see ‘CYBER BULLYING,’ page 9)

Fines For 405 Contractor If Late The contractor doing the demolition work on a bridge over the San Diego (405) Freeway–requiring the highway's closure for 53 hours this weekend–could be fined up to $72,000 an hour if the freeway

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(see ‘ROTARY,’ page 17)

does not reopen on time, Caltrans officials said Monday.

The highway is scheduled to be closed for 53 hours this weekend while Kiewit International demolishes part of the Mulhol(see ‘FINES,’ page 9)

P L A N E T BRAVO—Pictured from left: Matthew Rose, Dana Yangello, Nicolas Nakagawa from the first week Planet Bravo Camp, meeting at Beverly Vista School.

These camps are coordinated by the Community Services Department.

For more information and to sign up call (310) 2856810.

CRAZY FOR HARRY POTTER IN LONDON—Vogue Editor Anna Wintour flew in for the world-wide premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2. The film’s Emma Watson choose an Oscar de la Renta gown for the red carpet. Emma is Anna’s Vogue cover girl this month. More photos in George Christy’s column on page 6.

Scott Downie/Celebrity Photo

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Beverly Hills, at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, will hold a public hearing to consider: RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS FINDING THE CITY TO BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, AND ADOPTING THE LOCAL DEVELOPMENT REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE §65089.

The City of Beverly Hills is required to comply with the Congestion Management Program (CMP), a state-mandated program administered by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority/METRO, the regionally designated CMP agency.

The City Council will consider adoption of a Resolution acknowledging the City’s conformance with the CMP requirements.

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

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

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Bijan Vaziri, Traffic Engineer, in the Beverly Hills Public Works & Transportation Department at 310.285.2556, or by email at bvaziri@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the Local Development Report and associated documents are on file in the Public Works & Transportation and can be reviewed by any interested person at 345 Foothill Road, Beverly Hills, California 90210.

BYRON POPE, CMC, City Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING DATE: TIME: LOCATION:

July 28, 2011 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard Council 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 REGULAR meeting on Thursday, July 28, 2011, will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to consider: A request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow removal of two service bays and expansion of an existing convenience store from 1,300 square feet to 2,145 square feet in area within the Union 76 Service Station at 9988 Wilshire Boulevard. The proposed location is at the westerly City boundary limit on Wilshire Boulevard. The existing site is occupied by a Union 76 Service station with a convenience store and four service bays within one-story building. The proposed project will be reviewed under the findings of the CUP for the expansion of the convenience store within a service gas station. In addition, the project will be reviewed under the findings pursuant to newly adopted interim ordinance for high impact convenience stores, the operation of a convenience store will also require issuance a Conditional Use Permit 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 operational changes within an existing commercial facility, 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 Rita Naziri, Senior Planner in the Planning Division at 310.285.1136, or by email at rnaziri@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the applications, plans, and Categorical Exemption 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.

Approved: David Reyes, Principal Planner

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at its regular meeting to be held on Thursday, July 28, 2011, at 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the item may be heard, in room 280-A of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; will hold a public hearing to consider: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ESTABLISH A MILLS ACT PILOT PROGRAM TO INCLUDE DEVELOPMENT OF AN APPLICATION PROCESS, REVIEW PROCEDURES, AND CONTRACT PROVISIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ACT IN THE CITY This resolution is a recommendation to the Council of the City of Beverly Hills to adopt a pilot program for implementation of the Mills Act in the City.

Pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City evaluated the action of establishing a Mills Act Pilot Program. The Mills Act Pilot Program establishes a property tax reduction for property owners that restore, maintain, and preserve properties that are determined to be of historic significance. The establishment of a Mills Act Pilot Program does not authorize any new development or construction of buildings, nor does it authorize any new land uses. The program encourages the continued use of existing structures and the continuance of existing land uses. For these reasons it can be seen with certainty that the Mills Act Program will not result in any significant adverse impact on the environment. Thus, the establishment of the Program is exempt from the CEQA environmental review requirements pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. Further, the Mills Act Pilot Program would be categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to section 15331 of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts projects limited to maintenance, repair, stabilization, rehabilitation, restoration, preservation, conservation or reconstruction of historical resources in a manner consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings (Weeks and Grimmer, 1995) in that it is a program the results in the preservation and maintenance of historic resources in exchange for property tax reductions. In addition, the Program is categorically exempt from CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15308 because it is an action by a regulatory agency (the City) to maintain, restore and protect the environment through protection of historical resources in the community.

All interested persons are invited to attend and speak on this matter. Written comments may also be submitted and should be addressed to the Planning Commission, c/o Planning Services, 455 N. Rexford Drive, 1st Floor, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 and should be received prior to the public hearing.

Please remember, if you challenge the Council's action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else rose at the hearing before the City Council or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at, or prior to, the hearing.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Peter Noonan, AICP, Associate Planner, Community Development Department, Planning, at 310.285.1127 or pnoonan@beverlyhills.org. The case file is available for review in the Community Development Department/Planning Services Section, 1st Floor, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California.

JONATHAN LAIT, AICP, City Planner

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS: PAGE PRIVATE SCHOOL admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.

Page Private School Hancock Park Campus 565 North Larchmont Blvd.

Los Angeles, Ca 90004 (323) 463-5118

Garden Grove Campus 12111 Buaro Street Garden Grove, Ca. 92840 (714) 971-5533

Beverly Hills Campus 419 South Robertson Blvd.

Beverly Hills, Ca. 90211 (323) 272-3429

Newport Mesa Campus 657 Victoria Street Costa Mesa, Ca. 92627 (949) 642-0411

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FUN IN THE SUN–Councilwoman Lili Bosse and her husband Jon, responding to a Facebook inquiry from The Courier for summer-related photos, relaxing in Antibes at Hotel Du Cap on the French Riviera.

The Bosses left France today traveling to Italy, where they will stay a few days before coming home. Email your summer photos to MSchevker@bhcourier.com.

Concerts On Canon Set The Beverly Canon Gardens will once again play host to the “Concerts on Canon” summer concert series. Sponsored by the City of Beverly Hills Community Services Department, these take place Thursday nights from July 21 through Aug. 25.

Kicking off the concert series will be the Ronnie Gutierrez Band, featuring an eclectic mix of Afro-Cuban and Latin Jazz music.

Beverly Canon Gardens is located at 241 N. Canon Dr., between Montage B.H. and Bouchon. There will be two performances at 6 and 7:15 p.m.

Seating is provided on a first-come basis along with an open grass area for blankets.

Tables with chairs are also available on a first-come basis and are located in the back of the venue.

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PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT—The Beverly Hills Tennis Summer Camp offers lessons with tennis pros for players of all skill levels. The QuickStart Champ Camp is open to beginning players from ages 3-6.

School Board Approves Teacher Contracts

By Marla Schevker The Beverly Hills Unified School District Board of Education approved the tentative agreement with the Beverly Hills Education Association, or teachers union at a special meeting on July 7. This agreement, negotiated by BHEA and BHUSD negotiating teams during the 2010/2011 academic year, was approved 5-0 after being rejected by the board 41, with Boardmember Steven

Fenton in favor, during the June 28 meeting.

The board also passed a policy for the 2011/2012 school year which would cap K-3 class sizes in all four K-8’s at 20:1. At the June 28 meeting, Board Vice President Brian Goldberg said he voted against the agreement because of the option in the agreement for K-3 class sizes of 22:1. On July 7, the board voted to hire a minimum of three additional teach-

ers. This will allow the board to follow the newly passed K-3 class size policy.

“I am gratified that the BHUSD is once again at a 20:1 hard cap for K-3 at all our sites, which means an average class size of 18:1 for the coming year,” Goldberg said. “This is something I fought hard for over the last three years.”

Boardmember Myra Lurie said she voted in favor of the (see ‘CONTRACTS’ page 11)

(see ‘CONCERTS’ page 11)

GOLF STAR—Lydia Choi, in second place in the 2011 U.S. Girls Junior Amateur Sections Qualifying at Red Hill Country Club in Rancho Cucamonga, will advance to the championships, July 18-23 on the South Course at Olympia Fields Country Club in Olympia Fields, IL. Choi, entering the 10th grade at BHHS, is the daughter of Nick and Amy Choi.

Vincent Lupo Dead At 84 American Savings, Vincent “Loops” Washington Mutual Lupo, a 73 -year resand Chase Bank ident of the Beverly where he remained Hills area, died last until his death.

Thursday at age 84 Lupo was a of heart problems. longtime member of The BrooklynBel-Air Country native moved to Club. He was preBeverly Hills at age deceased by wife 11 and attended Catherine and is surHorace Mann and Vincent Lupo vived by step-chilBHHS, where he excelled at football, basketball dren Charley, and Carol, grandand tennis, where he earned son Charles and niece Sherri Nagle, grand-niece Carrie and nine varsity letters.

After serving in the Navy former wife, Joyce Lupo.

Donations in his name may during World War II, he graduated from UCLA and began be made to the American Heart teaching tennis while pursuing Association or the BHHS a career in real estate lending Alumni Club. A memorial celewhich led to career with bration of his life is pending.

FRIENDSHIP GALA–Nessah Synagogue in Beverly Hills honored more than 315 teens who have volunteered their time to aid with Jewish special needs children at its Friendship Circle’s gala. Among the honorees were (from left) Sigal Spitzer, Ali Yankelvetz, Maxine Moore and Maya Rosenman.

City’s BHTV Receives Emmy Nomination The City of Beverly Hills cable TV division received a Los Angeles area Emmy nomination for the upcoming 63rd Los Angeles-area Emmy Awards. The Fire Will Come To You was nominated in the Public Service Announcement

(PSA) category. This is the City’s sixth Emmy nomination in seven years.

The PSA was created by the City of Beverly Hills Cable TV Office in collaboration with the Fire Department. The Fire Will Come To You is about the

danger of flying embers to homes with wood shake roofs.

The awards ceremony will be held Aug. 6 at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

The nominated programs can be seen on BHTV 10 or on demand at the City’s web site.

Libow Hosting Fundraiser For Karger Candidacy Beverly Hills resident Fred Karger will be holding a fundraiser at Michael Libow’s The Witches House to raise money for his presidential campaign.

Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres will be served on July 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Individual tickets are $100, silver sponsor tickets are $250, platinum sponsor tickets are

$1,000 and diamond sponsor tickets are $2,500.

Those interested in attending should RSVP to Shane Miller at (310) 849-4343 or at shanemillerla@gmail.com.

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City Council News & Notes The Beverly Hills City Council met Thursday, July 7. Here is an overview of what happened.

Mayor, Vice Mayor Meet With Metro Board Members, Executives Last week, Mayor Barry Brucker, Vice Mayor Willie Brien and City Manager Jeff Kolin held meetings with Los Angeles Metro Board of Directors members including L.A. Mayor and Metro Board Chair Antonio Villaraigosa, County Supervisor Dan Knabe, Metro Assistant Director Paul Taylor and Metro Boardmember Richard Katz regarding the Westside Subway Extension and tunneling under Beverly Hills High School.

Brien said the meetings were “candid” and they discussed why the Santa Monica route was the correct alignment and why tunneling under BHHS would have a “significant adverse effect in a permanent way.”

According to Brucker, the meetings lasted approximately one hour each. Brucker said the Century Park East and Santa Monica Boulevard station, which Brucker and Brien proposed to the Metro Board earlier this year, was discussed. These meetings produced no tangible change so far.

City Council Passes On Rose Parade Float Again The City Council decided not to fund a float in the 2012 Tournament of Roses parade. The cost for a 35-foot float was presented to the council as an effort by Tournament of Roses 2011 Volunteer Coordinator Julie Steinberg to respond to concerns voiced by the council at the June 21 meeting. Ordinarily, a float is 65-feet long.

A smaller float would cost approximately $155,000, $40,000 of which was already promised to the float in donations. The City would then be responsible for $115,000 at most.

Through the completion of questionnaires, it became clear the City, the Rodeo Drive Committee and the Chamber of Commerce and Conference and Visitors Bureau were in support of having a 2012 Rose Float in the parade. While they would support the float with personnel and promote it with their resources, they could not offer to allocate any monies from their budget as no commercial logos are allowed on floats.

Councilmembers John Mirisch and Lili Bosse remained in favor of the float. Mirisch reminded the council the Rose Parade float was bragged about in the Beverly Hills sustainability plan.

However, both Councilman Julian Gold and Vice Mayor Willie Brien agreed the float should be cost neutral and not cost taxpayers a penny.

While Mayor Barry Brucker said he believed it was worthwhile to spend marketing earmarked dollars on a float, he could not support building a float right now.

City Reports Out On Contentious Oil Well Discussions The City Council unanimously agreed it was necessary to meet with the Beverly Hills Unified School District’s Board of Education to discuss the emergency interim Oil Well Ordinance.

City Manager Jeff Kolin and City Attorney Larry Wiener attended the June 28 school board meeting to discuss the interim ordinance and consideration of a proposed permanent ordi-

nance for a permanent ban of oil well drilling and extraction at the Venoco site on the Beverly High campus. It was at that time the board asked for a joint meeting, which the City and BHUSD staff are in the process of setting up.

The emergency oil drilling ordinance was passed in January and called for all drilling in Beverly Hills to cease after 2016. The Venoco lease expires on Dec. 31, 2016.

Kolin said the City has the ablity to create an ordinance such as this because although the school district owns the property, oil drilling is not an educational use and therefore is governed by the local land use authority or in this case the City of Beverly Hills.

The meeting between the City Council and Board of Education will be an open meeting and will be governed by the Brown Act. Council Establishes Preferential Parking Zone “O” The City Council unanimously approved establishing a preferential parking zone on the 700 block of North Alta Drive and the north side of Elevado Street between the east and west alleyways of North Alta Drive.

The Traffic and Parking Commission recommended the zone stay consistent with the neighboring blocks of 800 Cinthia Street and the 700 blocks of North Sierra and Oakhurst Drives.

The permit regulation will be two-hour parking from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and no parking from 8 p.m.-2:30 a.m., Permit “O” exempt.

Interim Funding Approved For CVB and Chamber of Commerce The council approved interim funding to the Conference and Visitors Bureau and the Chamber of Commerce at the July 7 meeting for $358,350 and $130,000 respectively.

City Announces Team BHEF Members Members for the 16th class in the Team Beverly Hills program were announced. The classes begin in September and run 10 weeks. Of the 82 applications received, the City Council selected 20 applications, BHHS chose two student participants and 15 names were chosen at random through a lottery with the assistance of City Clerk Byron Pope.

Team Beverly Hills is an interactive and educational program developed for residents that informs citizens of their local government representatives, departments and programs; community associations and current community issues.

The Courier congratulates the 37 individuals chosen for the program.

They are Joel Aronowitz M.D., Cathy Barry, Michael Barry, Joey Behrstock, Fiona Chalom, Trey Doheny, Nellie Emrani, Raymond Flade, Samantha Galen, Jon Gluck, Nancy Goldman, Natalie Gordon, Bonnie Gottlieb, Steven Hendry, Jennifer Hughes, John Jameson, Kristin Jameson, Omkar Kulkarni, Kerstin Leavitt, Nancy Markoff, Ariel Mossazadeh, Laurie Okum, Joe Patel, Thomas Pease, Chloe Popescu, Shervin Rashti, Andrew Redston, Gregory Restum M.D., Rikki Rosen, Max Rubins, Joan Sanders, Lisa Kay Schwartz, Rhoda Sherman, Andrea Spatz, Josh Tucker, AJ Willmer and Jeffrey Wolf.

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HELPING RECOVERY—The Circle of Majesty Society, a women’s group supporting the family and prevention work of Beit T’Shuvah (www.beittshuvah.org), held its annual luncheon at the Beverly Hills home of Lois and Ron Bloom. More than 80 members enjoyed a fashion show featuring St. John Knits of Beverly Hills’ fall line and Elizabeth Taylor’s House of Taylor jewelry. CEO Harriet Rossetto spoke about the image/myth of “perfection" and Gavi Appelbaum, a patient at Beit T’Shuvah, told how the organization is helping her overcome an eating disorder. Circle of Majesty co-chairs, from left, are: Nancy Mishkin, Annette Shapiro, Rossetto, Ronnie Stabler, Bloom and Dina Leeds, all of Beverly Hills.

Looking for something to do during Carmageddon this weekend?

The Courier has some local suggestions: • Friends Book Shop Carmageddon Sale: Books will be sold for $1 at the Beverly Hills Public Library today through Sunday.

• Farmers Market On Sunday: More than 60 farmers and vendors sell their products each Sunday at 9300 block of Civic Center Drive from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Cuban Film Posters Exhibit: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences present 125 handmade prints made by artists engaged by Cuba’s film institute for free at 8949 Wilshire Blvd. from noon-6 p.m every weekend.

• The Paley Center Celebrates Paris: Life & Luxury Exhibit: The Paley Center offers French-oriented screenings every day at 3 p.m. featuring entertainers such as Maurice Chevalier, Edith Piaf, and Yves Montand along with sitcoms, such as I Love Lucy, with storylines set in Paris.

• Weekend Barbecue At The Roof Garden: Enjoy an appetizer, a choice from the grill and dessert for $59 per person from 5-9 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at The Peninsula.

• American Tea Room: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Tea. On Sunday, enjoy a class from 11 a.m. to noon at the tea bar focusing on tea preparation p.m. for $30 per person.

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Rupert Grint, Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe united during the London premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2. Author J.K. Rowling received an overwhelming ovation.

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are beginning about Michael Gross’ Unreal Estate: Money, Ambition and the Lust for Land in Los Angeles, destined for the bestseller lists in November.

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is fresh turf for Michael,” reveals his Broadway Books editor Peter Gethers. “To say that Michael lives to promote his work is an understatement. No one works harder to garner attention for his books. The book’s 488 pages and photographs

will drive the media mad, thinking that they know this story, but they don’t. "

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ichael headed West to explore the secret history of Los Angeles through real estate," says Peter Gethers. "He exposes the world’s richest enclaves of wealth – and the fascinating folk who created them and live there.

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Jennifer Aniston fell on her knees for the handprint and footprint ceremony at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. Actor/director Justin Theroux is her mate

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ay Talese finds that Michael’s carved out a niche for himself, not only with substantial and consistent sales, but as a chronicler of the rich.

He tackles the powerful – up close and personal – with meticulous reporting and writing that’s commercial and entertaining. A p o t e n t combination.”

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. K. Rowling (pronounced “rolling”) began writing children’s tales when she was “five or six” about a rabbit who got measles and a giant bee named Miss Bee. Devouring books early on, she became a lifelong reader, who now contributes millions from her billionaire estate to reading foundations.

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hen Warner Bros. bought the Potter rights, J. K. asked that Coca-Cola, the winner of product placement for the films, contribute $18 million to the American charity Reading Is Fundamental, along with other community programs. She supports reading plans in prisons across Britain, which help and give tutoring to prisoners who cannot read.

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global brand, the Potter books are the fastest selling books in literary history, they’ve been translated in 65 languages. The first Harry Potter novel was rejected 12 times.

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here aren’t many people who have written sevenbook series that have taken 17 years,” she’s reflected. “In truth, finishing was the most remarkable feeling I’ve ever had, but I couldn’t tell what was uppermost. Euphoria, or feeling devastated. I toasted Harry with champagne.”

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ichael’s never been a lap dog of his subjects.

And he never holds back the dish.

Recently, the New York Post’s Emily Tony Danza and Henry Winkler Smith in her Page Six column was privy to a leak from Michael’s publisher.

That billionaire Ron Burkle, who owns the manorial Greenacres in Beverly Hills, complained to Michael that hiring former President Bill Clinton as a consultant to his investment firm Yucaipa Cos. was “the dumbest thing I ever did.”

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the whole time he was in the White House,” Burkle told Michael about the Clinton relationship, which is now kaput.

Burkle houseguested at the White House and Camp David, and Clinton houseguested 80 times with Burkle.

Clinton flew on his private planes and Burkle became unhappy Helena Bonnie Guy Ritchie and about being made Bonham Carter Wright Jacqui Ainsley fodder for the “I didn’t create ritten over two tabloids. years, Unreal Estate’s cast of Clinton’s reputation for issues characters includes knowns with women, but became part and should-be-knowns and of the media scrutiny.” the dearly departed. Oil ichael’s published the men, and the merely oily.

Pimps and playgirls. Stars unauthorized social history of and moguls and business 740 Park Avenue, the World’s titans. From high-lifers to Richest Apartment Building low and those infamously in- (2005), followed by the engrossing (albeit controverbetween. sial) Rogue’s Gallery: The ncluded are Nancy and Secret Story of the Lust, Lies, Ronald Reagan, Cher, Greed and Betrayals, that’s subSylvester Stallone, Barbara titled The Secret History of the and Marvin Davis, Betsy and Moguls and the Money That the Metropolitan Alfred Bloomingdale, Candy Made and Aaron Spelling, Prince Museum (2009). He’s written Genuine provocative Rainier, Tony Curtis, Bugsy the Siegel, Mark Wahlberg, Kenny Authentic: The Real Life of Rogers, Marilyn Monroe, Jayne Ralph Lauren (2002), and Mansfield, Howard Hughes, Model: The Ugly Business of Hugh Hefner, Magic Johnson, Beautiful Women (1995). All Gregory Peck, Gary Winnick, remain in print, and are selling.

Ted Field, David Murdock. ext up? The luxury real lso: Faith Hill and Tim estate market in New York.

McGraw, Elvis Presley, Barry hey came.

Throngs.

Bonds, Bernie Cornfeld. Sidney Korshak, Heidi Fleiss, Larry They cried. At the worldwide Flynt, the Boy Prince of Porn, premiere in London for Harry Sheikh Mohammed al Fassi Potter and the Deathly (The Saudi Sovereign of Kitsch Hallows: Part 2, the seventh and final of J.K. Rowling’s epic of Sunset Boulevard). series about the young The most ssisted by his hired col- Hogwarts wizard. lege students, Michael’s successful movie franchise in research remains spot-on.

A history, the Potter films have Vassar graduate, Michael grossed more than $6.3 billion. embraced journalism, as did his family. Sister Jane Gross is a retired reporter from the New York Times, and his father Milt wrote about sports for the New York Post.

Zookeeper’s Leslie Bibb (in Prabal Gurung), Rosario Dawson (in Robert Cavalli), Kevin James and friend at the Hollywood premiere of their movie.

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

UCLA Health System, St. John’s Prepare For Weekend’s 405 Closure With some predicting “Carmageddon” when 10 miles of the 405 Freeway in Los Angeles are shut down for construction work tonight until Monday, UCLA Health System and St. John’s Health Center have stepped up contingency plans to make sure its hospitals are adequately staffed and patient care is not compromised.

“Most importantly, we want to emphasize that patients and visitors should expect traffic delays and plan accordingly,” said Shannon O’Kelley, chief operation officer for UCLA Health System. “We hope friends and family will reconsider visiting patients during this time to keep traffic congestion to a minimum. We’re also encouraging patients who have medical appointments on Friday and Monday at any of our UCLA medical offices to consider rescheduling if they are concerned about arriving on time.”

“Our primary goal is to be able to continue the high-quality of care St John’s is known for,” said Lou Lazatin, president /CEO. “By planning ahead and being prepared for all scenarios, we will be able to assure continuity of care in all depart-

ments.”

Both hosptials also advise the public to refer all urgent medical transportation matters to authorities during this time.

“If you have an emergency, please call 911 first rather than trying to drive yourself or a loved one to the hospital,” O’Kelley said. “This will ensure the patient will get to an emergency department by ambulance in the most efficient manner if the medical situation warrants.”

“A team of hospital leaders developed plans for physicians, nurses and other staff members who live in outlying areas to stay near medical facilities that weekend,” said William Dunne, director of UCLA Health System’s Office of Emergency Preparedness and administrative director of Security and Safety Services.

All of St. John’s departments have developed weekend schedules using local staff as much as possible. Critical hospital staff who live in the affected area as well as on-call employees will be housed in area hotels or in the hospital to ensure prompt response time.

“We are collaborating with area hospitals, EMS providers,

fire and law enforcement personnel, traffic and parking agencies, emergency management personnel and the Department of Health Services to ensure that we are able to maintain patient safety,” said Dunne. These agencies include L.A. police and fire departments, Santa Monica police and fire departments, CHP, CalTrans, L.A. Metro, Los Angeles EMS Agency, UCLA police/fire/EMS/traffic, and L.A. and Santa Monica Emergency Operations Centers.

Additionally, Saint John's has altered department hours for all elective procedures, including those in the breast and cancer centers and the imaging department. The emergency department will remain open. Private medical offices affiliated with the hospital have been advised to consider rescheduling appointments on Friday afternoon and Monday morning to reduce the commuting time for patients and staff.

UCLA Health System has also made arrangements with major vendors to ensure adequate amounts of medical equipment and supplies are in stock at the hospitals before the

closure dates. Managers also looked at the need to reschedule elective procedures during the event.

“We will keep our emergency centers on both campuses open throughout the closure to meet the needs of the Westside community,” said O’Kelley. “Our employees are extremely dedicated and we are committed to providing the highest level of patient care during this freeway closure.”

“We have been working closely with our staff and doctors to make sure their needs have been met,” Lazatin explained. “Everyone has been pitching in to make sure this weekend will go as smoothly as possible.”

St. John’s command center will be activated to monitor traffic and events throughout the weekend and help with any critical department needs.

The center will also ensure coordination between the city of Santa Monica, Emergency Medical Services and area hospitals and work to ensure no problems arise throughout the 405 closure.

The hospital is also urging staff members and all Santa Monica residents use alterna-

tive modes of transportation throughout the weekend, like bikes or taking public transit, and staying in their local communities to reduce the amount of traffic on the roads.

To survive the traffic, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Psychiatrist Dr. Waguih William IsHak, medical director of Outpatient Psychiatry, advises people to: • Check the car carefully to avoid stress about running out of gas of breaking down in an epic traffic jam.

• Get enough sleep so temper isn’t influenced by fatigue.

• Bring water and snacks and take a restroom break before venturing into traffic so discomfort doesn’t lead to overreactions.

• Create a comfortable environment with soft music or comedy routines playing.

• Don’t forget a mobile phone for emergencies.

• No texting while driving.

• If challenged by another driver, resist the impulse to react or get even, lock doors and windows and call 911.

Updates will be posed on www.uclahealth.org/405 and www.newsstjohns.org.

New State-of-the-Art Facility Opens

CHLA to Move More Than 200 Inpatients Into New $636 Million Hospital After months of training and preparation, doctors, nurses and staff at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) will move more than 200 young inpatients into its new $636 million Marion & John E. Anderson Pavilion, which opens Sunday.

The process begins at 6 a.m. Sunday, and is expected to take no more than eight hours —an average of one patient moved every 2.5 minutes. All patients currently admitted to the hospital—from the tiniest babies in the Newborn & Infant Critical Care Unit (NICCU) to teenagers in the Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases— will be transferred to their new rooms. Cardiac Intensive Care Unit patients, cancer and bone-marrow trans-

plant, orthopaedic and general medical and surgical patients will continue to be moved throughout the the day. The day will find doctors and nurses rolling groups of patients down the hall, including tiny babies in isolets, patients hooked up to IVs and monitors and parents holding their child’s stuffed animals.

Patients’ new private rooms will feature new flooring, bright colors, murals on the ceilings and, integrated technology allowing them to play games, watch movies, and order food, and daybeds for parents to sleep overnight Also moving will be the emergency department, which will close its existing location while simultaneously opening its new location in the Anderson Pavilion.

JWCI’s Partners in Progress Hosts Second Annual Food Truck Round Up John Wayne Cancer Institute’s (JWCI) Partners in Progress has put together a variety of “eats and treats” for the second annual Food Truck Round Up for Cancer Research from 1-5 p.m., July 17 at at 1401 Santa Monica Blvd. at the corner of 14th Street and Santa Monica.

“The Food Truck Round Up for Cancer Research is a fantastic and fun event for the entire family,” said Michael Wayne, chairman of the JWCI’s board of advisors and grandson of actor John Wayne. “Our dynamic support group, Partners in Progress, has created a terrific way for the community to get involved and raise funds for cancer research.”

Participating food trucks include: Nom Nom, Don Chow Tacos, The Sweets Truck, Flying Pig, Barbie's Q, Dogtown

Dogs, Dumpling Station, Bera’s Custom Cheesesteaks, Frysmith, The Buttermilk Truck and Ice Ice Shavie.

Attendees will also be able to donate to the institute and receive two complimentary tickets to the World Famous Laugh Factory “Every dollar that goes toward cancer research can make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer,” said Dr. Myles Cabot, JWCI director of experimental therapeutics. “The research we are conducting has fundamentally changed the way cancer is detected, diagnosed and treated in our community and around the world.”

For more information and regular updates, follow the Partners in Progress Facebook page.

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land Bridge spanning the 405 near the Skirball Cultural Center.

The demolition is being carried out as part of a $1.2 billion widening project to add carpool lanes to the 405 in the Sepulveda pass.

Beginning Friday night, the northbound freeway will be closed for 10 miles between the Ventura (101) and Santa Monica (10) freeways.

The southbound freeway will be closed from the 101 Freeway to Skirball Center Drive. The freeway and all ramps are expected to be reopened to traffic by 6 a.m. Monday.

Kiewit will be fined $6,000 for every 10 minutes each side of the highway is not open after 6 a.m.

This means Kiewit will be fined $72,000 for every hour that both sides are not opened or $36,000 per side per hour.

“We based that on the cost of delay,” Caltrans 7th District Director Mike Miles said. “For every minute of delay, we figure there is a cost to the public.”

The Los Angeles County

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court cases lost by districts, such as the BHUSD, who tried to punish students who engaged in cyber bullying.

Before the passing of this bill, districts could only, legally punish students for bullying that took place within the school day or using school district equipment such as a computer from a district computer lab.

“I am excited this law has passed and we will now be able to punish students who engage in cyber bullying,” Goldberg said. “We had to comply with the court case. Now, with this new law, we can readjust our policies.

In August of 2008, the BHUSD was sued by a student who was punished at Beverly Vista the previous spring for cyber bullying.

The student made a video of several girls saying cruel things about a girl who was not present and posted it on YouTube.

At that time, board policy treated cyber bullying like any other form of bullying and the girl was suspended. The girl and her attorney father sued the BHUSD and won.

The BHUSD had to change its cyber-bullying policy to stay in line with the law.

Now, it can strengthen it again and punish students for all forms of bullying, not just bullying that takes place during school hours and/or with school propery.

Goldberg said he was optimistic the board would adopt a cyber bullying policy before the 2011/2012 school year starts.

Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the agency coordinating the 405 closure project, is considering a monetary incentive for Kiewit to finish the

project ahead of schedule, but has not set a final figure.

Local officials have been warning motorists for weeks about the impending closure–

urging people to avoid driving through the area. Roughly 500,000 vehicles travel on the freeway through the Sepulveda pass on weekend days, and re-

routing that traffic is expected to have reverberating impacts on streets and freeways throughout the region.

-City News Service

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Spend the weekend in Shanghai? It’s Like Seeing An Old Friend

By Marcia Hobbs For me, this year kicked off with an overly full schedule of meetings—-planning for the opening of Children’s Hospital L.A.’s new high-tech hospital building, struggling with funding for the Good Shepherd Center for Homeless Women & Children, new plans at St. John’s Health Center, a new television schedule for KCET, how would the declining state budget impact my Los Angeles County High School for the Arts—outside my “day job” here at The Courier where, as you all know, the public policy issues and questions multiply faster than rational beings can hash out considered solutions.

In the back of my mind I was dreaming of time to rest and plow through some part of my tottering stack of books, particularly the World War II spy novels and mysteries I love.

The frustration of always being in a whirl had reached a crescendo in midApril when I received an email from Alan Phillips of Weber Shandwick, who handles PR here for American Airlines, asking if I would like to go to Shanghai the first weekend in May on American’s new direct flight to Shanghai—American Airlines being the first US airline to launch daily non-stop service.

Well—yes I said after some hesitation; but only if I can fly up front. Fine says Alan as he elaborates that the press group would be staying in the Waldorf= Astoria that had opened the weekend before on the Bund.

I had first strolled the Bund, the waterfront of the Huang Pu River, in 1975 when the dingy buildings across

the road still contained government offices and the Peace Hotel, where visitors were from Russia, Africa, and possibly the occasional overseas Chinese.

The architecture reflected the heydays of British and European business (and opium trading) in the early 20th century and the view of those amazing buildings on one side and the vibrant river traffic on the other was electric— and Pudong was not even a twinkle in anyone’s eye.

I was staying at the Jin Jiang which had hosted Henry Kissinger and Richard Nixon in 1972 and was the center of what little tourism existed, a short walk to to the old Dragon wall and the former embassy section of Shanghai. Dozens of trips followed as I negotiated for Pandas, golden monkeys, and sister city exhibitions.

But in my wildest dreams about China I could not have envisioned what she has become and what this most recent trip drove home; which is the economic center of a fast-growing and vibrant economy challenging our own.

My suite at the Waldorf was as big as my house with every technological innovation possible—and a stunning view of Pudong and the computerized graphics on the side of the the Skyscrapers—a vast ever-changing video game.

The front building, No 2 on the Bund, is the former Shanghai Club; British to the core and no women were allowed. It was the home of the celebrated Long Bar, 110 feet of raw mahogany when it was christened in 1910. Your status was determined by

The lounge and 110-foot raw mahogany bar at the Long Bar.

Embroidered silk mules at the Suzhou Cobbler.

how close to the river you were seated.

Mary Frances Fagin’s American Airlines team and Dirk DeCuyper, the GM of the Waldorf and his great team created an itinerary to reinforce the “new China.” No visits to Dzapu Lu, the oldest restaurant street in Shanghai, but a continuing feast in the hotel from the Red Velvet tea served while ensconced on the red velvet cushions of the Salon de Ville, to the memorable “tasting” menu in the Pelham.

We ventured out our first morning for an intimate tour of the restored Bund buildings with Peter Hibbard, whose book on the subject is essential to help you explore the incredible architecture and interior details. I was hobbling along for 90 minutes on my torn tendon before the group dropped me in the Peace (formerly Sassoon’s Cathay Hotel) shop so they could continue to the new shopping centers on Nanjing Road.

Fortuitous for me as I immediately discovered that the owner, Sieglinde Simburger, not only had a wonderful selection of English books on the old and the new in Shanghai and maps for the Jewish Ghetto (no papers were needed to live in Shanghai in the late ’30s and early ’40s until the Germans pressured the Japanese occupiers), the art galleries, and Art Deco tours; but she had a tailor who would take care of my desire for made-to-measure silk jackets.

Sieglinde is a great resource because of her years of living in Asia and her wide network of contacts.

Over the next three days we visited

Photo by Tara Weingarten

the famous M on the Bund, Lost Heaven, some museums, and were turned loose in the Dong Tai Road antique market (channel Portobello Road in the ’70s), the new Tian Zi Fang area—would be amazing shopping if I were 19 again, and other strolling areas that were mobbed by young and wellhealed locals.

I missed my biennial visit to the Jade Buddha Temple and the Yu Garden as the weather discouraged ambling.

But I found three wonderful not-to-miss stores: the first is the Suzhou Cobbler (17 Fuzhou Rd.) where I found beautiful embroidered silk mules to match my new jackets; the second is Life Gallery (down Lane 8 just north of the Waldorf) where Tara and I bought the most delicious Mongolian cashmere shawls and Zhao Yao, the owner gifted us with wonderful teas to try at home. The third was Annabel Lee (next to the Life Gallery) which had the most luxurious silk and silk and cashmere clothing I have ever played with.

Sadly, there was no more time to see the suite where Noel Coward wrote Private Lives, or visit the haunts of Doris Duke, Charles Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks and others—or to visit Armani, Salvatore Ferragamo and Dolce Gabbana to check prices.

Our visit was over and as we boarded our American Airlines 777, I realized I had read only one of the four books I had promised myself—oh well.

Marcia Hobbs is The Courier's associate publisher.

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BOOKS!–Stanley Black (left), Charles Dizengof, and Andrew Stevens (seated) at the ORT America reception and book-signing in honor of Andrew Stevens.

Stevens Releases Latest Rebel Book, Honored By ORT America Last month, ORT America hosted an interview reception and book-signing in honor of Andrew Stevens, author of Rebel With A Cause.

Los Angeles region ORT supporters enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres followed by a presentation by Stevens, hosted by Rabbi Michael Berenbaum, professor at the American Jewish University.

Amb. Balazs Bokor, consul general of the Republic of Hungary, also joined the evening to honor Stevens.

A longtime Beverly Hills resident, businessman, philanthropist and Hungarian Holocaust survivor, Stevens made an important contribution to understanding the Holocaust in Hungary and the resistance work.

In his new book, Stevens chronicles how he overcame adversity, saved thousands of Jews and moved on to

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contract although she was still not happy with the process taken regarding the change in calendar. The proposed contract amended the BHUSD schedule to start on Aug. 27 in the 2012/2013 academic year and Aug. 14 in the 2013/2014 academic year.

While she said she was upset the district families were not asked for their input and that students would have eight weeks of summer in 2013, Lurie said she approved the tentative agreement for three reasons.

First, changing the start date allows Advanced Placement students more time to study before AP exams in May. Second, many schools in California are changing to this earlier start time, summer camps and programs are going to be aligned with that earlier start and now BHUSD students can participate.

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Parking is available underneath n the Beverly Canon Gardens parking structure. Validations for free parking will be provided on concert nights.

Concerts on Canon is presented by the City of Beverly Hills with support from the Canon Drive Association.

The schedule for Concerts on Canon is: •July 21 – The Ronnie Gutierrez Band (Afro-Cuban, Latin jazz) •July 28 – Jack Brown Octet( jazz)

become an ORT graduate.

As a teenager, he escaped a Nazi labor camp and returned to his native city of Budapest to work with Swedish humanitarian Raoul Wallenberg, helping to save thousands of Jews by managing an underground passport forging operation.

“Andy’s presentation detailing his heroic acts during one of the darkest periods in all of human history impacted and touched everyone present,” said Chuck Eberly, president of the Los Angeles Committee of ORT America.

“We are proud to have the opportunity to honor him, not only for his accomplishments, but also his long-time dedication and commitment to ORT.” For more information, contact Nikita Putnam at western@ortamerica.org or 323-966.0092

Third, the tentative agreement had contractual benefits Lurie said she wanted to take advantage of.

BHEA President Mark Frenn said he was pleased the board agreed to approve the tentative agreement in the end.

“I think BHEA is grateful the school board chose to bring up (the tentative agreement) a second time and come up with a way to allow the tentative agreement to be approved and to meet their ultimate concerns (including K-3 class sizes),” Frenn said. “The school board is setting a lower class size. The contract allows them to go higher and they’re not taking advantage of that. It’s a nice compromise and we’re appreciative the school board saw the benefit of revisiting this and ultimately finding a way to approve the tentative agreement.”

Frenn said the BHEA and BHUSD began negotiations this week for the 2011/2012 academic year.

•August 4 – LA Lawyers Philharmonic with members of the Jr. Phil. (light classics and popular favorites) •August 11 – The Chumbuckets (swing, rockabilly) •August 18 – Bill Rotella (contemporary California sounds) •August 25 – The Dustbowl Revival (folk blues, rock ‘n’ roll) For additional concert information visit www.beverlyhills.org.

To learn more about happenings on Canon Drive, visit www.ca-nondrivebh.com.

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and to not allow any new-todistrict permits. The district is still granting permits for children who are employees of either the BHUSD or the City of Beverly Hills.

Cherniss said for the 2011/2012 academic year, the district renewed over 300 permits district wide and did not renew 28 permits.

In 2010/2011 the district did not renew nearly 100 permits.

As a basic aid district, the BHUSD does not receive funding on a per-student basis but rather a percentage of Beverly Hills property tax. Those graduating from 8th grade, whose permits were not renewed, were allowed to stay in the BHUSD for an additional two years without any funding to the district, Cherniss said.

“We believe it’s more than equitable to consider this a natural break and fortunately the LACOE board agrees,” Cherniss said Board President Lisa Korbatov said the outcome of the permit hearings so far was gratifying.

“It shows that reasonable minds do prevail,” Korbatov said. “We appreciate (LACOE’s) thoughtful considerations of our issues and the excellent outcome for the district.”

Cherniss said the appeals could continue into the school year. He anticipates at least 20 to 30 more appeals, depending on the number of new-to-district permits that are appealed to LACOE.

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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

Bright Beach Basics

By Andrea Stern

T

he time has come to divest yourselves of bland beach attire. No more boring totes and cover-ups that lack shape and style. Instead choose to replace a hat, swimsuit, or pair of flip-flops, with these bright basics in order to look your best at the sea.

Missoni 469 N. Rodeo Dr.

Banana Republic 357 N. Beverly Dr.

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Fashion News & Notes Judith Leiber Appoints Jana Matheson as new Creative Director This past September, Jana Matheson joined Judith Leiber "in a consultant capacity," however; she was recently promoted to the company’s creative director.

Her new position will allow her to partake in every facet of the brand’s creative direction. One of the innovative ideas Matheson already plans on pursuing is her goal to modernize the brand and make it more “relevant for today’s woman.”

WWD Balenciaga Launches New Website This Week This week Parisian fashion house Balenciaga launched its new website that allows customers from the United States, Paris, and the U.K. to purchase runway ready-to-wear and view upwards of 3000

photos and 200 videos. The debut of the site is huge for the company who did not have much of an internet presence until now. Balenciaga also plans on increasing its social networking through Twitter and Facebook.

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Third Prada Fragrance Prada’s previous two fragrances Amber and Infusion d’Iris are known for being more “traditional and classic,” which is why the company decided that it was time to add another fragrance to their collection that is contemporary and creative: Prada Candy. Everything about the scent is modern—from its smell, which boasts a hint of caramel, to the bottle that has “pink saffiano accents and gold letters.”

Pick up your bottle beginning in midAugust at Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills.

WWD

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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T 8th Annual BH International Music Fest Coming To Temple Emanuel CONNIE MARTINSON

Talks Books It looks so easy, doing voiceovers. Terri Apple has written Voiceovers: Everything You Need To Know About How To Make Money With Your Voice ($26.95 Michael Wiese Productions). Terri Apple has been a success for 30 years as a top voiceover actress. This is an update of her Making Money In Voiceovers.

Where do you begin? After taking classes and making a demo, jobs can be found through your local advertising agencies, post-production facilities, local industrial companies looking for a voice for in-house marketing, etc. There is no guarantee that if you invest in classes, coaching and that demo you will get the job unless you know how to read. You can use real scripts which have aired to understand advertising copy, beats, mood transitions and with a great voice learn how to use your personality.

Animation uses celebrities, but there is still work for the voiceover actor as Terri showed me her different voices.

She emphasized that any class you sign up for should have a booth with a microphone to give actual experience in reading copy and breaking down a script. An inexpensive source is through Learning Annex or a community college.

The book explains how to find an agent and join the union. There are interviews with professionals who walk the reader through all the steps from ad agency executives, to working actors, to the sound engineers and to the clients.

As for unions or non-union she discusses them in the more than 380 pages of practical advice and addresses casting services, recording studios and training classes.

The eighth Beverly Hills International Music Festival comes to Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills, Saturday, Aug. 6Monday, Aug. 15.

The festival will feature daily master classes for talented young musicians 12-24, and older.

The festival will also feature nine public concerts representing a variety of musical styles from the music of Jewish composers and popular Hollywood tunes to world masterpieces.

The festival will culminate with a performance by the Festival Chamber Orchestra.

Yonah Kliger, cantor at Temple Emanuel said of the festival, “Our congregation has a rich musical heritage and history that is well-known throughout the world.

“We once again welcome the opportunity to expand our artistic involvement into the realm of music education by participating in the Beverly Hills International Music Festival,” Kliger added.

Master classes will offer young artists the opportunity to study with world-renowned musicians.

Participants can take part individually, as a chamber

Happenings....

Small Engine Repair Run Extended The Katselas Theatre Company and Rogue Machine production of Small Engine Repair by John Pollono has been extended through July 31 at the historic Beverly Hills Playhouse, 254 S. Robertson Blvd.

This darkly comic drama charts three working-class friends in Manchester, N.H. as they reunite for an evening of drinking, fighting and reminiscing. A stunning revelation quickly shifts the course of action, while testing the friendships and instigating a dangerous confrontation.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and, Sundays at 7 p.m.. Tickets are $25 (student, senior and group rate available). For reservations and information, call 855-585-5185 or visit www.roguemachinetheatre.com.

Paley Sets Evening With Falling Skies The Paley Center For Media, 465 N. Beverly Dr., will host “An Evening With Falling Skies,” at 7:30 p.m.,Tuesday, July 19.

From executive producer Steven Spielberg, TNT’s Falling Skies follows a resistance movement born in the ashes of an alien attack that has left most of the world incapacitated. At the center of the movement, dubbed the 2nd Mass because it is headquartered in Boston, is Tom Mason (Noah Wyle), a history professor whose family has been torn apart—his wife killed and one of his three sons captured.

Falling Skies was recently picked up for a second season, following its June series premiere. The center will preview an episode, followed by a Q&A with the cast—including Noah Wyle, “Tom Mason;” Moon Bloodgood, “Anne Glass;” Drew Roy, “Hal Mason;”Sarah Carter, “Margaret” and Colin Cunningham, “John Pope”—and creative team including Executive Producers Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey and Mark Verheiden.

Tickets, $14 for Paley Center members and $20 for the general public, are available at https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/9012615.

group or with their family or partner.

“This is an opportunity to experience intensive study and perform publicly,” said Kliger.

One of this year’s special guests is Israel’s 27-year-old pianist Hagai Yodan who will perform and teach.

Other faculty musicians include Susan Greenberg, flute; Cyrus Forough, violin and Lily Afshar, classical guitar.

The concerts will begin at 8 p.m. at Temple Emanuel, 300 N. Clark Dr. Programs will include a chamber music evening, “Music of Jewish Composers,”

Lyris Quartet, “Voice of Hollywood,” and “The Music of Austria.”

The final concert, Aug. 15 will feature the Festival Chamber Orchestra conducted by Gregory Cherninsky.

The International Music Festival began in 2004.

“Temple Emanuel is proud to be the new home for the festival founded by Gregory Cherninsky, festival artistic director,” said Kliger.

For more information, visit www.bhmusicfestival.org. To order tickets, call 310-7797622.

Theatre 40 Kicks Off Season, Wiesenthal Solo Show Returns Theatre 40 will open its 2011-12 season on Thursday, July 28 with Agatha Christie’s whodunit Spider’s Web. Although the play is an original piece, written for Margaret Lockwood and premiering in 1954, Christie combined three plot devices from earlier works to produce a light entertaining farce with a tale that will appeal to fans of oldschool murder mysteries.

The story concerns Clarissa, wife of a foreign office diplomat who discovers a body in her home’s drawing room. With her husband set to arrive any moment with a VIP in tow, Clarissa has to fabricate an intricate web of alibis and invention to save her family.

When her lies lead to new surprises, the audience is left to untangle the puzzle.

The play is directed by Bruce Gray who staged a critically acclaimed production of Christie’s Black Coffee last year as the company’s season opener. Gray has a long history with the queen of mystery writers— his production of Unexpected Guest at Theatre 40 a number of years ago was so popular it

transferred to the Tiffany Theatre for a successful run.

Grey has assembled a cast that includes: Eric Boles, Lizanne Kiegley, Ilona Kulinska, Julie Lancaster, Richard Hoyt Miller, Peter Monroe, Grinnell Morris, Phil Person, David Hunt Stafford and Amy Tolsky.

After opening night, the production will run for five weeks, Thursday-Sunday closing Aug. 28.

Performances are at 7:30, Thursday-Saturday and 2 p.m.

Sunday. Tickets are $23 weekdays and $25 weekends.

• Nazi Hunter—Simon Wiesenthal, Tom Dugan’s oneman show returns to Theatre 40 on Monday, Aug. 1 for a nine-performance run.

Performances will be at 7:30 p.m., Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 1-3, 8-10 and 22-24.

Tickets are $25.

Theatre 40’s Reuben Cordova Theatre is at 241 Moreno Dr. on the BHHS campus. (off Little Santa Monica adjacent to Century City).

For more information, call 310-364-3535 or visit ww.theatre.40.org.

New Les Miz At The Ahmanson—Penetrating Energy Lasts Through The Final Bow

By Chelsea Cutler I first saw Les Misérables (Les Miz) in London as a teenager. It took me to my darkest place and back again. The sounds are deep, heart pounding and defiant, heartbreaking and hopeful. The characters are images of each of us from every stage of our lives.

So here I am sitting in the audience at the Ahmanson on opening night with bated breath.

There’s a tangible energy around us that I haven’t felt in a long time and not only because it’s opening night; something special is marinating and about to be born.

With the swift movement of the conductor’s baton, the overture finally begins. It’s triumphant, massive and gorgeous.

The penetrating energy that begins this musical lasts until the last bow.

The cast is strong and interesting, a twist on stage voices and familiar roles. The sets and background have changed to represent the paintings of Victor Hugo (on whose novel the musical is based). The set is dark and haunting but at times reminded me of a shtetl, Fiddler On The Roofesque, and it worked.

Betsy Morgan plays Fantine, who, after being laid off from a factory job, reverts to selling herself on the street to pay for her child. She has an unusual voice for the stage and is a treat to listen to, but her character was lacking fight and desperation.

J. Mark McVey as Jean Valjean, is superb—comparable to the original, Colm Wilkinson—but doesn’t take a deserved moment before singing Bring Him Home. Instead of being intimate, it felt rushed and technical.

Sitting stiff on the barricades, McVey belted out the prayer, but failed to inspire.

The standout performance goes to Chasten Harmon playing Eponine like no one has before.

She has a stunning voice, once again unique for stage, and when she sang On My Own it was her own. Harmon contemporized it and brought it to church at the same time. She is a star and reason to see this show.

The music has been changed

in a few places, but it’s for the better and adds dimension. In the beginning, the sound of early 19th century France, where this musical takes place, was incorporated and worked beautifully.

There’s no hint of the ‘80s left in this production and I applaud Laurence Connor and James Powell for their direction.

They’ve subtly reinvented the musical enough to make it bigger and better. The only criticism I have is I found it obvious a duo had directed it because there were times the Thenardier couple (comedic villains) seemed disconnected. The direction conflicted in a few areas as if one director worked with one actor and the other with the opposing

actor, but neither came together.

Mme. Thenardier (Shawna M. Hamic) is, however, fantastic, fun, and a pleasure to watch in action. Adult Cosette is soft and heartfelt and I really enjoyed Jenny Latimer’s performance.

Sopranos usually bore me in any musical, especially in comparison to the sassier and more dangerous altos or mezzos, but Latimer held her own bringing a sweetness to the show.

Overall, this is a spectacular, energetic, special production (at the Ahmanson through July 31). I highly recommend you go see it, but recommend you stretch before you get to the theater, at intermission, and after the show.

You’ll thank me.

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George Christy’s Pick Of The Week: Big Daddy Cary F

or him, “good stuff” meant happiness, and daughter Jennifer’s written a love letter to her dad that she’s titled Good Stuff, A Reminiscence of My Father Cary Grant.

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ary had five wives.

First was actress Virginia Cherrill.

Followed by Woolworth heiress Barbara Hutton -- the twosome referred to as “Cash and Cary.” Cary refused any divorce settlement, saying, “I may not have married for sound reasons, but never for money.” Next was actress Betsy Drake. Then, Jennifer’s mom, Dyan Cannon, who he eloped with in Las Vegas in 1965. A year after Jennifer was born, Dyan and Cary divorced, but the threesome remained friends.

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is last wife was Barbara Harris, the Brit public relations executive, with whom he wanted to conceive a child, even tried with artificial insemination, but without results.

from the Gap (without any logos, which he hated – “Levis age well”) … he drove sky-blue Cadillacs because the dealerships described the color as “Jennifer Blue.”

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Peking duck dinners at Madame Wu’s Garden in Santa Monica, with Cary leading the way to Chinese cuisine for Robert Redford, other stars and politicians.

About the beloved Sylvia Wu (now 94), Jennifer lunches with her on occasion.

“Madame Wu is as elegant as ever ... wearing her signature Oriental silks and pearls, and her eyes dancing with curiosity.”

ad and daughter frequently joined racetrack fans Quincy Jones and Walter Matthau at Hollywood Park, where Quincy’s young daughter loved the horses.

“They’re great,” Quincy remarked, “they ary and Muhammad Ali keep her away from boys.” exchanged birthday calls every Sharing a Freudian philosophy, Cary added, “Yes, girls are into horses until they discover boys … it’s all about having something between the legs.”

Later he’d tell Jennifer to stand by her man, no matter what, and that she didn’t have to “marry the man you break bed with.”

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ennifer began riding at age six at the Smoke Tree Stables in Palm Springs, where their weekends were a “desert Disneyland, with horses, swimming, poolside eading A Reminiscence, games, putt-putt golfing all we discover that Jennifer was day long.” the happiness (a.k.a Good Stuff) in her doting dad’s life. he remembers Dodger They swam in Beverly Hills and Dogs at the Dodger Games Malibu, yet he’d complain … Italian dinners at Jean about the expense of heating Leon’s La Scala in Beverly the pool in wintertime … his Hills, where Cary ordered favorite jeans were Levi’s 50l white wine, or a Gibson ...

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year, their birthdays being one year apart … Cary had a roomsize vault with a six-inch thick door at home, where he kept large boxes of documents and keepsakes catalogued and labeled. During World War I, his childhood records were burned, and he told Jennifer that “nothing would rob me of my records again.” Every season, four times a year, he and Jennifer would clean out their closets and give the clothes to charity.

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ad didn’t ‘get’ acting classes.

He believed, ‘If you want to act, get out there and do it’ … he was rough on his work, particularly the early stuff. He couldn’t look at some of his comedies.

Arsenic and Old Lace made him shudder – ‘Egads, all those overwrought double takes … way over the top.’”

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onetheless, Cary was named the Second Greatest Movie Star All Time by the American Film Institute. Twice-nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor, he was passed over. Unimaginable, considering such classics as Suspicion, Notorious, To Catch a Thief, North by Northwest, the list doesn’t

stop.

Film critic Richard Schickel says Cary “was the best star actor in the movies.”

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uring the 1970 Oscarcast, Frank Sinatra presented Cary with an Honorary Oscar “with the respect and affection of his colleagues for his unique mastery of the art of screen acting.” Cary retired at age 62, and Jennifer says that he had no regrets about leaving showbusiness.

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uring our army service, Cary stopped by our base to greet the troops while promoting a film, and he kindly agreed to be quoted for our military newspaper.

He regaled us with his “English muffin” experience at New York’s Plaza Hotel. “I always ordered two muffins, sliced and toasted, and every morning room service delivered three slices. The mystery being where was the fourth slice? I finally called the manager, who explained that most guests rarely ate the fourth. The next morning, four slices arrived.”

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BEVERLY HILLS should be studied for the draft EXPANSION Environmental Impact Report (Continued from page 1) (EIR). proponent of the MTA tunnel The original project and its under Beverly High. The new EIR were passed by the Los Angeles City Council in The Lange Foundation has extended its estate sale to this tower would join two 47-story November 2006.

Saturday and Sunday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and begin- and one 12-story buildings holdA centerpiece of the greatning July 20–and Wednesdays through Sundays through Aug. ing 482 condominiums already approved. ly-expanded project is a 31–the location at 2116 S. Sepulveda Blvd. (down from the The project is run by JMB 35,000-square foot “transit Lange Foundation animal shelter) will be open as a resale affiliate, Century City Realty, plaza” presumably to accomshop. modate the subway station With proceeds to benefit the rescued animals at the LLC. Whether JMB actually coming under BHHS. Lange Foundation, there will be a collection of donated vinto construct the To obtain new approvals tage and designer clothing, jewelry, accessories, fine art, fur- intends announced 37-story, 731,250 and a new EIR, it is expected niture, china and other collectibles. that Century City Realty will For information, visit www.langefoundation.org or call square foot tower remains an open question. ask for revised trip generation (310) 473-5583.

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Given high vacancy rates in existing Century City offices and scarcity of construction financing, the announcement may only be a ploy to allow the MTA to claim greater ridership generated from a Constellation and Avenue of the Stars subway station location.

There is no guarantee JMB would actually ever construct the added building.

Today, the MTA’s own studies show that a location on Santa Monica Boulevard (which does not require a tunnel under BHHS) generates more riders than the JMB-favored site.

The announced new building's occupancy projections may end up being used by MTA to change its traffic projections and justify the under-BHHS route.

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by Gidas Peteris

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week.

Knapp had originally become a Rotarian in 1988, joining the Los Angeles #5 club downtown. She moved to the RCBH nine years later and has since served on the board.

The former aviatrix set or broke more than 100 world aviation speed records including the fastest speed around the world in a civilian jet aircraft. Her 1984 “Flight for World's Children” delivered letters of peace and friendship to and from children, raising almost $1 million for UNICEF. “Rotary is one of largest and most influential of all humanitarian organizations,” Knapp stated. “Our club members get together to make good things happen such as the recent visit to the kitchen of The Peninsula to join the hotel’s Executive Chef James Overbaugh in baking brownies for the troops in Afganistan.”

She continued: “Of course, our own club’s priority along with Rotarians everywhere is joining in the quest of eradicating polio in the four remaining countries which are still plagued with that horrible disease–India, Nigeria, Pakistan and Afganistan.”

In the past 26 years, Rotarians have contributed $900 million to the cause

and are trying to raise another $200 million by next year to match a $355 million challenge grant by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. (The Microsoft chieftain had come to Rotary International with the challenge because of its long history in fighting polio.)

The format for the weekly meetings of RCBH is set in stone. The luncheon begins at noon followed by a short business meeting, then a 20-minute speech by a guest speaker and finally a Q&A period. Like clockwork, the meeting ends at 1:30 p.m.

“When I first joined the club in 1991, I was serving on the school board and thought it imperative to get to know all the City’s movers and shakers in a social situation,” said computer consultant A. J. Willmer, RCBH’s president-elect who will take over for Knapp upon the completion of her tenure next July.

“Since then I realized that while it is great to belong to Rotary, it is far more important to become a genuine Rotarian and give back to the community and the world,” he added.

RCBH is heavily involved in supporting The Maple Counseling Center and the Beverly Hills Public Library on the local level and the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control, UNICEF, etc. internationally.

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ANOTHER B I RT H D AY ! ?

Renee Kumetz

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Astrology

By Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (July 15).

You will detach from unhealthy preoccupations and center your life on what truly makes you happy. You’ll work out stress through physical fitness and sports, and you’ll love your new shape. Exciting business happens in September. A relationship becomes a main event in October. November brings a windfall. Pisces and Virgo people adore you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You are not as reactive to goings on around you as others seem to be. You learn what you need to, and you see the process as the means to an end. This mindset will take you straight to the goal.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Avoiding obligations is actually a good tactic now, since it's likely that you feel more obligated than is appropriate. You may find it easy

to serve others, but it’s not your only role in life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

When the others around you are nervous, you feel it and want to do something to alleviate the feeling. Best thing you could do is experience it for all it has to teach you and then let it pass.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The quest for perfection is self-defeating. Strive to be more in touch with your human frailty and fallibility instead. This connects you with the compassion inside you and brings about your comfort and joy.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

Your self-worth is not determined by the acceptance of those around you, although it is only human to be influenced by such external cues. So take a moment to appreciate yourself before you meet the public.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You have more gumption than yesterday, but don’t let it influence you when time to make a promise. It’s better to understate what you can do and overdeliver than to do the opposite.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

Social ups and downs are inevitable. Today such fluctuations are not to be taken too personally. Busy or hungry people have the shortest tempers.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

You are a master at reading people now. You’ll detect the nuances of other people’s attitudes, and you’ll note what you observe. This information will be useful later.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). No matter how close a relationship is, you are still two people, and you need a degree of separateness and the freedom to explore autonomously. Liberate yourself, if only for a few hours.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). You confront many obstacles to your success but your main strength is

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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Celebrating are Brian Austin Green, Forest Whitaker, Alexander Kreisler and Ken Kercheval The Courier’s Joan Mangum, Linda Ronstadt, and Vicki Pepper Reynolds, (July 15); Corey Feldman, Shelley Hann, Walter Zifkin, Will Ferrell and Pinchas Zuckerman. (July 16); Phyllis Diller, Diahann Carroll, David Hasselhoff, Camilla Parker Bowles and Donald Sutherland (July 17); Vin Diesel, Francesca Daniels, Richard Branson, Kurt Masur, Elizabeth McGovern, Renee Kumetz, and John Glenn (July 18); Lillian Worthing Wyshak, Anthony Edwards, Brian May and Vicki Carr (July 19); Chris Cornell, Diana Rigg, Chuck Daly and Kim Carnes (July 20); Josh Hartnett, Jon Lovitz, Norman Jewison and Robin Williams (July 21).

your willing to do so head-on.

Many would have backed down long ago, but you’re a fighter.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). An unexpected snafu takes up more time than you had planned.

There is a litany of dissatisfactions and frustrations that you could blame this on, and yet you rise above it, keeping harmony

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You could chase many dreams at once, but your lack of detectable progress would probably frustrate you. That's why it's better to pick one thing to do with this day and celebrate when the job is finished.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No: F525683 CA Unit Code: F Loan No: 0069333797/BRAL/FRAYDOON B AP #1: 4345-005016 T.D. SERVICE COMPANY, as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/or the cashier's, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: FRAYDOON BRAL, ELIZABETH BRAL Recorded October 26, 2006 as Instr.

No. 06 2376910 in Book --Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded April 1, 2011 as Instr. No. 2011-0484839 in Book --Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County CALIFORNIA. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED OCTOBER 16, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 912 NORTH ROXBURY DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210 "(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or correctness)." Said Sale of property will be made in "as is" condition without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest as in said note provided, advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Said sale will be held on: JULY 28, 2011, AT 11:00 A.M. *AT THE WEST SIDE DOORS TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY COURTS BUILDING, 12720 NORWALK BLVD, NORWALK, CA At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $4,301,285.62. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

The Mortgage Loan Servicer has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporation a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the accompanying Notice of Sale is filed.

The timeframe for giving Notice of Sale specified in subdivision (a) of Civil Code Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. 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

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BEVERLY HILLS entitled only to a return of the monies paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Date: June 27, 2011 T.D. SERVICE COMPANY as said Trustee, T.D. Service Company Agent for the Trustee and as Authorized Agent for the Beneficiary CINDY GASPAROVIC, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 1820 E. FIRST ST., SUITE 210, P.O. BOX 11988 SANTA ANA, CA 92711-1988 The Beneficiary may be attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. If available, the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (714) 4805690 or you may access sales information at www.tacforeclosures.com.

TAC# 939646 PUB: 07/08/11, 07/15/11, 07/22/11 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 10-0030648 Title Order No. 10-8-126742 Investor/Insurer No. 087169272 APN No. 5529005-078 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/20/2005.

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." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed

by NICOLE PEREZ, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 06/20/2005 and recorded 06/23/05, as Instrument No. 05 1478156, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 07/29/2011 at 10:30AM, At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 927 NORTH KINGS ROAD NO. 108, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90069. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $432,555.01. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings

association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

DATED: 06/06/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4034690 07/08/2011, 07/15/2011, 07/22/2011 —————————— Title No. 4501985 ALS No. 2010-6457 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT OF A LIEN, DATED 12/10/2010. 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. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On 7/29/2011, at 10:30AM, ASSOCIATION LIEN SERVICES, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to a certain lien, recorded on 12/17/2010, as instrument number 20101875080, of the official records of Los Angeles County, California.

WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR LAWFUL MONEY OF THE UNITED STATES, OR A CASHIERS CHECK at: At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA The street address and other common designations, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 8787 Shoreham Drive No 908, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Assessor's Parcel No. 5559-006-105 The owner(s) of the real property is purported to be: Shawn Janet, a single man The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designations, 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 a note, homeowner's assessment or other obligation secured by this lien, with interest and other sum as provided therein: plus advances, if any, under the terms thereof and interest on such advances, plus fees, charges, expenses of the Trustee and Trust created by said lien. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice Of Sale is $26,851.45. Payment must be in cash, a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state bank or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a

state or federal savings & loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. The real property described above is being sold subject to the right of redemption. The redemption period within which real property may be redeemed ends 90 days after the sale.

The beneficiary of said Lien hereto 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. Date: 6/9/2011 Association Lien Services, as Trustee P.O. Box 64750, Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 207-2027 By: Carter Hall, Trustee Officer P853706 7/8, 7/15, 07/22/2011 ————————— TS #: CA-10-396795-CT Order #: 100642912-CA-GTI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/5/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): VU NGUYEN A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 01/26/2006 as Instrument No. 06 0191222 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 8/3/2011 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $516,866.47 The purported property address is: 700 WESTMOUNT DR UNIT 204 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069 Assessors Parcel No. 4337-004-099 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the

event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Americas Servicing Company 1 Home Campus X2504-017 Customer Service Des Moines IA 50328. Pursuant to California Civil Code §2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp.

2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. P848387 7/8, 7/15, 07/22/2011 ——————————— Trustee Sale No. 249646CA Loan No. 3017941117 Title Order No. 780449 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/11/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 7/29/2011 at 10:30 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 07/20/2007, Book NA, Page NA, Instrument 20071721590, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: DONNA J ELLIS A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY AND CYNTHIA SANIEWSKI, A SINGLE WOMAN AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WASH-

INGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Place of Sale: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE POMONA SUPERIOR COURTS BUILDING, 350 W. MISSION BLVD., POMONA, CA Legal Description: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $370,350.37 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1124 N LA CIENEGA BLVD #201 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069 APN Number: 5555-004-057 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 7/7/2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee BRANDON ROYES, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or HYPERLINK "http://www.lpsasap.com" www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or HYPERLINK "http://www.priorityposting.c o m " www.priorityposting.com P854784 7/8, 7/15, 07/22/2011 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0026432 Title Order No. 11-0020996 APN No. 2382-020-008 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED

03/17/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by QUANTUM SHIFT INC, dated 03/17/2009 and recorded 03/20/09, as Instrument No. 20090402874, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 07/29/2011 at 1:00PM, At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, Los Angeles, CA at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 11964 CREST PLACE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA, 902101341. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $3,205,768.95. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office.

DATED: 07/08/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281 8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

FEI # 1006.138385 7/08, 7/15, 7/22/2011

Page 22 | July 15, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 11-0028666 Title Order No. 11-0022154 Investor/Insurer No. 1703590274 APN No. 5555006-118 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/18/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER." Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by BORIS GOROKHOVSKY, AND NATALYA BIGUN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 04/18/2007 and recorded 04/25/07, as Instrument No. 20070996399, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 08/10/2011 at 9:00AM, Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown Hotel 711 South Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017 California Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1155 N LA CIENEGA BLVD 800, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90069.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $363,008.10.

It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 07/07/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

ASAP# FNMA4037088 07/15/2011, 07/22/2011, 07/29/2011 ——————————

BEVERLY HILLS

PUBLIC NOTICES Trustee Sale No. 11-01438-3 CA Loan No. 0031080088 Title Order No. 797517 APN 4333-019-032 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED April 6, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 5, 2011, at 10:30 AM, at the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA, Power Default Services, Inc., as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on April 20, 2006, as Instrument No. 06 0865820 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CA , executed by: ISAAC JACQUES R`BIBO, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC., AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN BROKERS CONDUIT as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST 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: 225 SOUTH WILLAMAN DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto).

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations 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 Trustee`s Sale is estimated to be $1,545,871.60 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary`s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier`s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee`s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applica-

ble. DATE: July 15, 2011 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent 135 Main Street, Suite 1900, San Francisco , CA 94105, 415247-2450 By: Stephanie Alonzo, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.priorityposting.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714573-1965 P856324 7/15, 7/22, 07/29/2011 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TSG No.: 5258242 TS No.: CA1100227110 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN:4355?010?033 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/14/06. 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 August 4, 2011 at 11:30 AM, First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 02/22/06, as Instrument No. 06 0387374, in book , page , of Official Records in the Office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of California. Executed by: CAROL SHOGREN, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY,. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE POMONA SUPERIOR COURTS BUILDING, 350 W. MISSION BLVD. 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 and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 4355?010?033. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1743 FRANKLIN CANYON DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210.

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

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $1,046,218.35. 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 sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's Trustee. The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporations a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or The timeframe for giving Notice of Sale specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and has been provided or the loan is exempt from the requirements. Date: 07/06/11, First American Title Insurance Company First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC 3 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 Original document signed by Authorized Agent, Chet Sconyers -FOR TRUSTEE'S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916) 939-0772. First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC May be Acting as a Debt Collector Attempting to Collect a Debt. Any Information obtained may be used for that purpose.

NPP0185001 07/15/11, 07/22/11, 07/29/11 —————————— Title No. 4645540 ALS No. 2010-7420 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT OF A LIEN, DATED 11/17/2010. 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. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On 8/9/2011, at 10:30AM, ASSOCIATION LIEN SERVICES, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to a certain lien, recorded on 11/23/2010, as instrument number 20101703255, of the official records of Los Angeles County, California.

WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR LAWFUL MONEY OF THE UNITED STATES, OR A CASHIERS CHECK at: At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA The street address and other common designations, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1045 N. Kings Rd, Unit 102, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Assessor's Parcel No. 5529001-038 The owner(s) of the real property is purported to be: Cindy Gibbons, An unmarried woman The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designations, 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 a note, homeowner's assessment or other obligation secured by this lien, with interest and other sum as provided therein: plus advances, if any, under the terms thereof and interest on such advances, plus fees, charges, expenses of the Trustee and Trust created by said lien. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the

property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice Of Sale is $10,967.65. Payment must be in cash, a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state bank or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings & loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. The real property described above is being sold subject to the right of redemption. The redemption period within which real property may be redeemed ends 90 days after the sale. The beneficiary of said Lien hereto 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. Date: 7/6/2011 Association Lien Services, as Trustee P.O. Box 64750, Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 207-2027 By: Elsie Canul, Trustee Officer P856057 7/15, 7/22, 07/29/2011 —————————— Trustee Sale No. F11-00105 DW Loan No. 0000191106 Title Order No. 140-122557432 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/11/2008 AND MORE FULLY DESCRIBED BELOW. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashiers check (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States) (payable to Assured Lender Services, Inc.), will be held by a duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the undersigned trustee ("Trustee") for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee's Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Trustor(s): MAYER DALLAL AND SELENA ROJHANI, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: recorded on 06/17/08 as Document No. 20081070654 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California; Date of Sale: 08/05/2011 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,133,011.18 The purported property address is: 225 S. CRESCENT DR, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90212 Legal Description SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT "A" LEGAL DESCRIPTION EXHIBIT "A" LOT 1735 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 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. Assessors Parcel No. 4331-007-007 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. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. DATE: 7/5/2011 Assured Lender Services, Inc. Geoffrey Neal, Trustee Sale Officer Assured Lender Services, Inc. 2552 Walnut Avenue Suite 110 Tustin, CA 92780 Sale Line: (714) 5731965 Sales Website: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: (714) 508-7373 To request reinstatement and/or payoff FAX request to: (714) 505-3831 THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P855818 7/15, 7/22, 07/29/2011 —————————— Order No: 106000736 TS No: G10-03088 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN, DATED 5/10/2010, UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that Witkin & Neal, Inc., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to that certain Notice of Delinquent Assessment and Claim of Lien (hereinafter referred to as “Lien”), recorded on 5/12/2010 as instrument number 10-64891 in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, and further pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded on 7/16/2010 as instrument number 10977098 in said county and further pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1367.1 and those certain Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded on 4/1/1991 as instrument number 91456497. WILL SELL on 8/11/2011, 10:30 AM At the front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA a public auction to the highest bidder for lawful money of the United States payable at the time of sale, all right, title and interest in the property situated in said county as more fully

described in the above referenced Lien. The purported owner(s) of said property is (are): Eric S. Lesin and Iris Cohen Lesin, Trustees Of The Lesin Residence Trust Dated 2/20/06.

The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property is purported to be: 960 N. Doheny Dr. #306, West Hollywood CA 90069, APN 4340-025-057. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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: $30,645.94. The opening bid at the foreclosure sale may be more or less than this estimate. In addition to cash, the trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn on a state or federal credit union or a check drawn on state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or the endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale shall be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Lien, advances thereunder, with interest as provided in Declaration plus the fees, charges and expenses of the trustee. THIS PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD IN AN “AS-IS” CONDITION. Witkin & Neal, Inc., a Delaware Limited Liability Company, is attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in bankruptcy, you may have been released from personal liability for this debt in which case this notice is intended to exercise the secured party’s rights against the real property only. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, the sale shall be subject to the following as provided in California Civil Code Section 1367.4(c)4: “a non judicial foreclosure sale by an association to collect upon a debt for delinquent assessments shall be subject to a right of redemption. The redemption period within which the separate interest may be redeemed from a foreclosure sale under this paragraph ends 90 days after the sale.”

Dated: 7/12/2011 Witkin & Neal, Inc. as said Trustee 5805 SEPULVEDA BLVD., SUITE 670 VAN NUYS, CA 91411 (818) 845-8808 By: Susan Paquette Trustee Sales Officer THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING DEBT.THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. For sales information, call 714573-1965 or go to www.priorityposting.com P857963, 7/15, 7/22, 07/29/2011

ORDINANCE NO. 11-O-2610 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS CLARIFYING TERMS OF VALIDITY FOR DEVELOPMENT AND SUBDIVISION MAP APPROVALS AND AMENDING THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The City Council hereby amends Subsection (C) of Section 10-2-206 of Chapter 3 of Title 10 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows: “C. Time Limits On Extensions: Extensions of a tentative map approval or conditional approval shall not exceed an aggregate of six (6) years.”

Section 2. The City Council hereby amends Section 10-3-207 of Chapter 3 of Title 10 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows: “10-3-207: TIME OF EXERCISE OF RIGHTS: A. Time of exercise of rights for projects that consist solely of approvals granted pursuant to this Chapter.

Unless otherwise provided in this chapter or a resolution, development agreement or other action granting any discretionary approval authorized by this Chapter, the exercise of rights granted in such approval shall be commenced within three (3) years after the date of approval.

Unless otherwise provided in a resolution, development agreement or other action granting any discretionary approval authorized by this Chapter, the reviewing authority may grant up to two (2) 1-year extensions of the time limit contained in this section if an application therefor is made at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the time limit, or any extension thereof. Such extension may be granted after a duly noticed public hearing held pursuant to the same procedures applicable to the approval of the original application, if the reviewing authority determines that conditions and regulations affecting development in the city have not changed in a manner that would warrant reconsideration of the findings and decision made at the time of original approval and the extension of the approval will not unreasonably delay efforts to advance the objectives of the zone.

The reviewing authority may impose conditions on an extension to ensure that the extension will not be contrary to the findings made at the time of original approval.

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BEVERLY HILLS vided in this chapter, no time limit imposed pursuant to this subsection may be extended beyond five (5) years after the initial action granting the original approval. Any decision regarding an extension pursuant to this subsection may be appealed in the same manner and to the same appellate body as an appeal of the approval of the original application or, if no appeal procedures are specified, to the city council in the manner provided by Title 1, Chapter 4, Article 1 of this Code.

The failure to exercise any right granted by the original approval within the time limit provided, or any extension thereof, shall constitute an abandonment of the original approval and all rights conveyed by the approval shall lapse and expire.

The procurement of a building permit for or the commencement of any use authorized by a discretionary permit or approval shall constitute the exercise of the rights granted by such approval. However, all rights conveyed by the approval shall lapse and expire upon expiration of such building permit unless such building permit is extended pursuant to Title 9 of this code.

B. Time of exercise of rights for projects that include a tentative subdivision map pursuant to Chapter 2 of this Title.

Unless otherwise provided in this Chapter or a resolution, development agreement or other action granting any discretionary approval authorized by this Chapter, the exercise of rights granted in such approval shall be commenced within two (2) years from the date of approval if the approval is granted in conjunction with a tentative subdivision map approved pursuant to Chapter 2 of this Title.

The reviewing authority may grant extensions of the time limit contained in this subsection such that the time in which to exercise the discretionary approval rights is the same as the time in which to exercise the rights of the tentative map approval. In addition to the granting of extensions pursuant to the foregoing sentence, the reviewing authority may also grant an extension of the time limit in which to exercise the discretionary approval rights granted pursuant to this Chapter by one year from the date of final map approval.

Extensions of the time limit provided in this subsection may be granted if an application therefor is made at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the time limit, or any extension thereof. Such extension may be granted after a duly noticed public hearing held pursuant to the same procedures appli-

cable to the approval of the original application, if the reviewing authority determines that conditions and regulations affecting development in the city have not changed in a manner that would warrant reconsideration of the findings and decision made at the time of original approval and the extension of the approval will not unreasonably delay efforts to advance the objectives of the zone.

The reviewing authority may impose conditions on an extension of the approvals granted pursuant to this Chapter to ensure that the extension will not be contrary to the findings made at the time of original approval.

Any decision regarding an extension pursuant to this section may be appealed in the same manner and to the same appellate body as an appeal of the approval of the original application or, if no appeal procedures are specified, to the city council in the manner provided by Title 1, Chapter 4, Article 1 of this Code.

The failure to exercise any right granted by the original approval within the time limit provided, or any extension thereof, shall constitute an abandonment of the original approval and all rights conveyed by the approval shall lapse and expire.

The procurement of a building permit for or the commencement of any use authorized by a discretionary permit or approval granted pursuant to this Chapter shall constitute the exercise of the rights granted by such approval.

However, all rights conveyed by the approval shall lapse and expire upon expiration of such building permit unless such building permit is extended pursuant to Title 9 of this code.

C. Extension of time to exercise rights when a related tentative map is extended by State law.

Unless otherwise provided in this Chapter or a resolution, development agreement or other action granting any discretionary approval authorized by this Chapter, if the State adopts legislation automatically extending the term of any valid tentative tract map approval, the Director shall have the authority to grant extensions of related valid City’s approvals granted pursuant to this Chapter for the same period of time as set forth in the State legislation. If changes in city policies have occurred between the later of the date of project approval, or the most recent extension thereof, and the effective date of the State legislation, and the related subdivision map is not a vesting map, the Director shall have the authority to refer extension requests to the reviewing authority.”

Section 3. The City Council hereby amends Section 10-3-1844 of Chapter 3 of Title 10 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to delete existing Subsections A and B, and re-letter the remaining Subsections to read as follows: “10-3-1844: APPROVALS: The planning commission may approve a planned development if the commission finds that the proposal will meet the requirements of this code and will advance objectives of the zone in which it is located. The planning commission may impose such conditions and restrictions on the approval as are necessary to ensure that the planned development will advance objectives of the zone.

A. Vested Rights: The approval of a planned development shall not create any right to an extension of such approval or any vested right to develop the subject property in a manner that does not comply with the laws and regulations in effect at the time that the applicant obtains a building permit.

B. Notice Of Decision: Notice of the decision of the planning commission shall be provided to the applicant in the manner specified for notice of a hearing pursuant to section 10-31843 of this article.

C. Traffic Monitoring After Development Approval: The planning commission shall require as a condition of a planned development approval that the traffic generated by the development be periodically monitored, at the expense of the applicant, to ensure that the actual levels of traffic do not significantly exceed the levels of traffic anticipated by the environmental review of the development when it was approved. In the event that such monitoring shows there has been a significant increase in the anticipated traffic generation, the planning commission may impose additional traffic mitigation measures on the development that are reasonably necessary to mitigate the traffic to the anticipated levels.”

Findings.

The City Council hereby finds that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the adoption and implementation of the proposed Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.

The Ordinance merely clarifies the Municipal Code to set the expiration date of subdivision map approvals and of planned development approvals.

This Ordinance is therefore exempt from the environmental review requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.

Section 6. Severability.

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

Section 7. Publication.

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

Section 8. Application to Existing Entitlements.

The provisions of this Ordinance shall not be applied in a manner that would cause an existing entitlement to expire at a date earlier than the expiration date applicable to such existing entitlement on the day that this Ordinance takes effect.

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

ADOPTED: July 7, 2011

Section 4. The City Council hereby amends Section 10-3-1847 of Chapter 3 of Title 10 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows: “10-3-1847: TIME FOR EXERECISE OF RIGHTS; Unless otherwise provided in a resolution, development agreement, or other City approval granting a planned development approval, the exercise of rights granted in such approval shall be commenced in accordance with the time limits imposed by section 103-207 of this Chapter.”

Section 5.

CEQA

BARRY BRUCKER Mayor of the City of Beverly Hills, California A TTEST: BYRON POPE (SEAL) City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: LAURENCE S. WIENER City Attorney APPROVED AS CONTENT: JEFFREY KOLIN City Manager

TO

SUSAN HEALY KEENE, AICP Director of Community Development

AYES: Councilmembers Gold, Bosse, Mirisch, Brien, and Mayor Brucker NOES: None ABSENT: None CARRIED

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011051431 The following is/are doing business as: 1) PBC 2) PRIMIER BROKERAGE COMPANY 11837 Darlington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900049; Leonard Pall 11837 Darlington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900049; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein MAY 1, 2011 Signed: Leonard Pall, Broker/Owner; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 21, 2011; Published: June 24, July, 01, 08, 15, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011042462 The following is/are doing business as: GENESIS 2397 Amelia Court, Signal Hill, CA 90755; Carmen Jordan Gitahi 2397 Amelia Court, Signal Hills, CA 90755; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein June 03, 2011: Carmen Gitahi; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 03, 2011; Published: June 24, July 01, 08, 15, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011038853 The following is/are doing business as: TECHLINKLA.ORG 10538 Strathmore Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90024; Mary Anthony Gray 10538 Strathmore Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90024; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein February 01, 2011: Mary A. Gray; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: May 27, 2011; Published: June 24, July 01, 08, 15, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011044401 The following is/are doing business as: CENTURY WELLNESS CENTER 2080 Century Park East #601, Los Angeles, CA 90067; A. John Enayati, MD, MPH 2080 Century Park East #601, Los Angeles, CA 90067; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2011: A. John Enayati, MD MPH; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 08, 2011; Published: July 01, 08, 15, 22, 2011 LACC N/C ——— NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: JUNE 28, 2011 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: CENTURY CITY BURGER LLC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 10250 Santa Monica Blvd. #1000 Los Angeles, CA 90067-6610 Type of license(s) applied for: 41 - ON-SALE BEER AND WINEEATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 07/08/11, 07/15/11, 07/22/11 BHC 259139 BEVERLY HILLS COURIER ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054087 The following is/are doing business as: GLITZ ENTERTAINMENT GROUP 1016 Ridgedale Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Joan Mangum 1016 Ridgedale Dr., Beverly Bills, CA 90210; Stanley L. Magid 1016 Ridgedale Dr., Beverly Bills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Joan Mangum; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054110 The following is/are doing business as: 1) MOTION WORKS PRODUCTIONS 2) MOTION WORKS PICTURES 8306 Wilshire Blvd. #645, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Rodney A. Thomas 8306 Wilshire Blvd. #645, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Melissa R. Hibbert 8306 Wilshire Blvd. #645,

Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Melissa Hibbert; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054091 The following is/are doing business as: 1) LACEUPSINC.COM 2) LACEUPS 1344 N. Genesee Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046; Deanne Landsberg 1344 N. Genesee Ave., 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: Deanne Landsberg; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054099 The following is/are doing business as: 1) I SHOULD HOPE SO! 2) INKED WELL WORDS 836 Greenway Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Hope Anita Smith 836 Greenway Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein June 2011: Hope Anita Smith; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054105 The following is/are doing business as: DARKGIRLS DOC 10850 Wilshire Blvd. #350, Los Angeles, CA 90024; Duke Media, Inc. 10850 Wilshire Blvd. #350, Los Angeles, CA 90024; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein June 01, 2011: William Duke, President; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054120 The following is/are doing business as: TRENDY MENDY 2160 Century Park East #1008, Los Angeles, CA 90067; Pooneh Naserzare 2160 Century Park East #1008, Los Angels, CA 90067; Leyla Naserzare 90 Williams St. #15E, New York, NY 10038; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Pooneh Naserzare; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054126 The following is/are doing business as: 1) RIVIERA APTS 2) AMBASSADOR APTS 9478 W. Olympic Blvd. #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Fred Wolf 5535 Balboa Blvd. #229, Encino, CA 91316-1559; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 01, 1981: Fred Wolf; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054158 The following is/are doing business as: STARDUST APTS 9478 W. Olympic Blvd. #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Fred Wolf 9478 W. Olympic Blvd. #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 01, 1981: Fred Wolf; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C ——— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2011054163 The following is/are doing business as: FULTON HOUSE APTS 9478 W. Olympic Blvd. #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Fred Wolf 5535 Balboa Blvd. #229, Encino, CA 91316-1559; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein December 1985: Fred Wolf; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: June 27, 2011; Published: July 08, 15, 22, 29, 2011 LACC N/C

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PUBLIC NOTICES SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF FILING COMPLAINT CASE NO:CU-10-008 NOTICE TO DEFENDANTS: SUNLAND INDUSTRIES, LLC a California limited liability company, FREDERICK P. WEINER and DOES 2 through 25 YOU ARE SUMMONED BY PLANTIFF: EAGLE PEAK ROCK & PAVING, INC YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action, a copy of which herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to the said Complaint on the Plantiff or his attorneys, Law Offices of Michael W. Jansen 1301 College Street, Woodland Hills, CA 95695 with in thirty (30) days after service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, judgement by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint The name of the court is: Superior Court Of The State Of California In And For The County of Modoc The name, address, and telephone number of plantiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: Law Offices of Michael W. Jansen 1301 College Street, Woodland Hills, CA 95695 Phone: 530/668-7600 Fax: 530/668-7640 Beverly Hills Courier • Published July 1, 8, 15, 22, 2011

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COMPUTER CONSULTANT

PRO PIANO LESSONS

CompuMax

• Technique • Theory • Repertoire • Composition C LASSICAL , J AZZ , B LUES , R OCK .

9016 W. Pico Blvd Los Angeles 90035 Call (310) 288-0000 Free Estimate

Notebook Specialist All Levels & All Ages.

Professional Teacher Repair Mac, PC & Printers w/ Masters from NYU. Firewalls, Networking Fair / Flexible Rates.

Virus & Spam Removal ~ 646/388-2762 ~ Backup & Data recovery HAVE FUN WITH MUSIC! Notebook LCD replacement sales@cacompumax.com

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COMPUTER CONSULTANT

COMPUTER SPECIALIST

BASIC COMPUTER Internet, E-mail and Video Game Instruction _______________ Exp’d Patient Trainer.

E-mail, Skype, Games, Facebook, Etc... * Senior Discounts *

Call 310/850-1903

Specializing in: - On-Site Custom Computer Service - PC & MAC - Hardware /Software - DSL / Cable / Dial Up - Troubleshooting - Anti-Virus & More...

- Local References alden.truby@gmail.com 310/275-DAVE or email: David@ TechnoEntomology.com

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FITNESS

JOBS WANTED

IS IT TIME TO GET IN SHAPE? Let Michael, British Boxing Champion and Personal Trainer Help You Look and Feel Great!

Certified Nutritionist with Great References “Will Guarantee Results”

310/838-3944

technician with many years of experience in computer services and training, delivering a simple, costeffective, reliable & efficient IT solution. First H/S $50, subsequent H/S $75.

King Vigor Consulting Guido: 310/980-6450

I AM AN HONEST, RESPONSIBLE AND RELIABLE FEMALE seeking full time live-in

HOUSEKEEPING position. Monday-Friday 25 years experience great local references.

Available immediately.

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LET ME HELP Personalized ORGANIZE Fitness Training Specializing in: Weight Y O U R D AY, loss, Body sculpting, total at Home or Travelling! body transformations.

European, Multi-language STOP WAITING FOR (French, Spanish, THE LIFE YOU DESERVE! English and German) 310/850-2841

50 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

CAR WASH GIT ‘R’ CLEAN AT HOME / OFFICE Hand Wash, Wax & Detail Services. *******

Own car, CDL, light cooking/cleaning.

Overnight weekends or 3 Days only.

“You worked hard taking care of others. Now, let us Great references. take care of you in your home. You deserve the best !”

Call 310/897-9770

www. bhcourier .com

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For apptointment call

• Caregivers • Medication • CNA • HHA Reminders • Companions • Grocery Shopping • Sitters • Meal Preparation • Doctors Appts • Wake-Up Calls • Light Housekeeping •

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

Call 323-298-7887

————— OVERQUALIFIED CAREGIVER Who worked for me caring for my 99 year old father who just passed away in Beverly Hills.

He lived a long & happy life because of her kindness & skills.

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If you hire her, you will be very fortunate.

Contact Diana:

• 818/602-6268 • I WILL SPEAK WITH YOU & PROVIDE REFERENCES AFTER YOU CONTACT HER.

C A R E G I V E R / C O M PA N I O N ONE CALL MANAGES ALL YOUR NEEDS

Greg 323/710-5369

————— EXPERIENCED BOOKKEEPER

Refined Professional Compassionate Gentleman, To Facilitate Daily Activities.

Servicing Individuals

Energetic, Honest & Caring. With car for Shopping, Outings, Dr’s. Appointment’s, Etc.

& Small Businesses.

T OP R EFERENCES • F LEXIBLE S CHEDULE

• R E A S O N A B L E R AT E S •

Hire Hourly or

Steven: 310/246-9228

Per Project.

Call 310/786-7846 Cell 323/931-5061

For home, office, garage organization; Repair & Training clear storage units; A t Yo u r clear clutter.

Get your spaces • Home or Office • • Installation • Setup • back into shape.

Bringing support, • Software Training • creativity and energy • Internet • CALL E. STURM: for difficult projects.

COMPUTER

310/459-0895

ELDERLY CARE SERVICES

PERSONALTRAINER Call 323/717-0422 ~ SCULPT 180º ~

————— COMPUTER REPAIR PROFESSIONAL MAINTENANCE & ORGANIZER TRAINING SERVICE ————— ~ The Good Son ~ ONE-ON-ONE

by GUIDO

I am a highly qualified

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

BEVERLY HILLS RESIDENT OF 20 YEARS • BONDED

• Companions • Live-In / Live-Out

Bonded & Insured• Licensed • Fully Screened

Good Company.

Great People.

310.859.0440

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

www.exehomecare.com BBB AAA Rated

RN on Staff

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

323-932-8700

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OFFICE & STORES FOR LEASE

OFFICE & STORES FOR LEASE

CONDOMINIUMS & TOWNHOMES

HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR LEASE

HOUSEKEEPER ARE YOU A 3 - D a y s / We e k Beverly Hills SENIOR AND NEED * * * * * * * ASSISTANCE? Live-Out. 1-Story Home.

We can help YOU!

No children. Lite cooking.

BEVERLY HILLS P I C O / F A I R F A X

B e v e r l y D r i v e 5768 W. PICO BL. PRIVATE PROFESSIONAL Excellent Location

PSYCHOTHERAPY **************** ————— We provide experienced AND MEDICAL * * * * * * * 310/277-8881

Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s

OFFICE SPACE

for seniors needing companions to drive them to

with many amenities

doctors, prepare meals,

310/276-7600 x.203

light housekeeping, etc...

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

Call Lisa 24hrs.

323/877-8121 323/806-9498

NEED HELP? WE UNDERSTAND.. .

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

Live in or out.

MAMA’S HOME CARE 323/655-2622 90 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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

CNA’s, CHHA's, MA's preferred.

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

Please call (323) 932-8700

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

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Fax Resume:

310/829-2630 Or Email: THEROBERTSCO @ THEROBERTSCO . COM

$650 PER WEEK 4 Nights 5 Days Live-In Housekeeper Cooking, cleaning and must speak English with local references.

Contact April at 310/713-3714 or 818/605-8838

************* 560 sq. ft. ************* Great location w/ views and parking available Call: 310/395-7272 or email: gary@westhillmgmt.com

Call 310/779-6727 Newly Renovated

PRIME BEVERLY H I L L S OFFICE SPACE N e a r Wilshire on Santa Monica Blvd.

Up to 3,800 Available immediately Building signage available

Contact Kosha 310/691-5520 270 CONDOMINIUMS & TOWNHOMES

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BEVERLY HILLS BUSY AND WELL Front Store Retail/Office Space ESTABLISHED SALON For Rent IN BEVERLY HILLS HAS 3 STATIONS FOR RENT

1 & 2 - PERSON 2 - HAIRSTYLIST RESIDENT 1- MANICURIST MANAGEMENT Great Location TEAM Great Parking.

Professional appearance.

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

500 SQ. FT. $720/MO. Parking Available

Call 310/246-1365

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$415,000 • SPACIOUS 1 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH Breakfast area, spa tub, balcony, laundry inside. New carpet & 8679 Wilshire Bl. paint. 2 car parking.

2-Months Free Rent Close to UCLA, B.H., Apprx. 1,100sf. and Century City Call Afa Kamran ~ Prime Area ~ at 310/284-9001 310/489-6123

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*BEVERLY HILLS* 489 S. Robertson Bl. 500sf. - 1,000sf.

Single Studio Offices.

BEVERLY HILLS Unique space, all COMPANY amenities, skylights, ~ S E E K I N G ~ high ceilings. Above standard improvements. $500,000

14th flr. Jetliner Views of BH +Downtown. Lrg. balcony Quiet Side of Bldg.

GORGEOUS RENOVATION

2 + 2

$649,000

19th flr. Corner Location N.+E. Unobstructed Views

EXQUISITE REMODEL

• D IANA C OOK •

C.B. • BEVERLY HILLS

310/203-8333

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Investment and Offers 20% Return.

For More Information

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Please Call Joe:

WILSHIRE BLVD

310/657-7484

RETAIL FRONTAGE & SMALL OFFICE *** SUITES * ** NO NNN All Utilities Included.

Must Lease Now!

Remodeled Condo Price Reduced Seller says SELL $850,000 Maintenance $565 includes basic cable.

Call 310/237-2977 or 713/266-1444

GLORICE SOMEKH REALTY, INC.

www. bhcourier .com

$449,000

4000 Sq. Ft. Home with beautiful views.

3 Bedroom + Family room + Office/Library on 30 Acres.

Steal it for $799,000 Call 909/225-9555

2 Bedroom 2 Baths Light & Bright Corner, 2 Large Balconies Wood Floors. Quiet Location

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$488,000 2 Bdrm Suites 2 Baths, Large Balcony, Quiet Location, Tree Top Views. Trustee Sale. Needs Decorating

PARK PLACE PATIO CONDO

FAST TRUSTEE SALE $795,000 2 Bedroom, 2 Baths, Powder Room Rare Huge Private Patio, Large Rooms, Walk-In Closet, Eat-in Kitchen Quiet Inside Location Priced for Fast Sale

Call Ray:

310/274-7988

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* PRESTIGIOUS *

BEVERLY HILLS TRIANGLE International Upscale Shopping & Dining Destination!

3 Blks to Rodeo Drive 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

310/203-0422

• I D Y L LW I L D •

GARAGE/ STORAGE

BEVERLY HILLS

3 BDRM + 4 BATHS + GUESTHOUSE SANTA MONICA $8,700/MO. 427 Montana Ave. Totally remodeled, new kitchen with granite counter tops, stainAv a i l a b l e less steel appliances. for Rent.

Close to Beach . Nice yard with pool, built-in bbq & firepit. ************ Furnished/Unfurnished 310/393-3547 Call Stella Porter at 310/907-4900 BRENTWOOD

Storage Space

PREMIER COLLECTION ————— $1,100,000 Corner Penthouse. Lowest high rise penthouse in West LA 2 Bed, 2 Baths Unobstructed 270 degree views Sky Lounge with 2 Balconies Walk-in Closet, Stone Island Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances

$1,600,000 Corner High Floor, Extra Large Condo, Totally Renovated 2 Bed, 2 Baths Travertine Floors, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Counters Unobstructed 270 degree views Huge Spa Tub, 2 Large Balconies

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

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LOVELY SPANISH HOME IN BEVERLY HILLS 6000ft. above Palm Springs Best Kept Secret in California

$5,500/MO. 3 Bdrm. + 2.5 Baths with large den & pool.

Plus fully furnished guesthouse.

South of Olympic Blvd Also avail. furnished.

Call 310/666-3622 or 310/666-3422

all listings are on centurycityliving.com

310/553-2552 x-106 CENTURY CITY Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, 2 + 2 $669,000

INVESTORS WANTED

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KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

HAS YOUR HOME LOST ITS EQUITY? Are your loans too high?

The 2nd mortgage can be eliminated for pennies on the dollar.

Many already successfully settled.

Call Attorney For Free Information: • 818/992-9900 •

922 S. Barrington Av.

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2-Car Garage For Rent.

N EAR B EVERLY & D OHENY

Private.

For vehicles only.

Remote controlled.

ELEGANT VINTAGE GEM • NEWLY RE-DONE •

2 Bdrm + 1 1 / 2 Bath

+ Family Room 310/312-9871 Appliances. Formal din., 1 BLK TO SAN VICENTE spacious living, hardwood SHOPS & DINING. floors, fireplace,central air,

425 HOUSES FOR LEASE

W/D hookups.Garage/ hobby/party annex.

PRIVATE TREE-FILLED YARD. Security sys., gardener.

310/275-1500

BEAUTIFUL HOME IN BEVERLY HILLS Remodeled Like New Executive 2 story Traditional w/4 Bedroom + 4 Baths + Guest House. Prime, location, west of Beverly Drive, in walking distance to Roxbury Park, Beverly High, & in the Beverly Vista School District. Grt center hall floor plan, featuring a high-end kitchen w/professional stainless range, & breakfast rm & Butler's Pantry. Lrg formal dining rm. Huge living rm w/fireplace & French doors opening to patio w/BBQ, & lrg private grassy yd.

Generous master ste w/walk-in closet.

Sizable guesthouse w/kitchenette + full bathroom, fireplace & separate entrance. Additional features: hardwood floors, A/C, security system, 3-car garage.

(Capacity for 8 cars) Avail. Immed.

Reduced $6,995/MO. Steven Geller • COLDWELL BANKER 310/922-2141

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UNFURNISHED

UNFURNISHED

UNFURNISHED

UNFURNISHED

APARTMENTS

APARTMENTS

APARTMENTS

APARTMENTS

Border of BEVERLY HILLS ADJ BRENTWOOD BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS 11666 Goshen Ave. GUESTHOUSE 321 S. Sherbourne Dr. Fabulous Penthouse ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) Over 2000 Sq. Ft. Lrg. Studio+1 Bath •• 1 B d . + 1 B a . •• • 1 Bd.+Den+11/4 Ba. • • 1 Jr. Executive Full kitchen, tv, satellite, • Controlled access, • 3 BDRM, 3.5 BATH • Single+Loft+1 /2 Ba. internet. No pets. $1,200/Month Utilities Included 310/413-9112

440 APARTMENTS

2220 S. Beverly Glen

**CENTURY CITY**

• 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • • • Single • • • • Lots of • •

309 S. Sherbourne Dr. Character & Charm!

Alcove fireplace, fridge, ( ••• ----- ••• ) 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath laundry facility, gated parking, intercom Newly Remodeled. entry and more.

Large closets, • 310/552-8064 • a/c, elevator, dishwasher, Rooftop jacuzzi with controlled access. Close panoramic city views.

310/247-8689

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appliances, washer and dryer in unit.

858 BEDFORD ST. Call Margaret at

310/312-9871

• Spacious • • 3 Bdrm.+2 Bath •

————— Patio, stove, dishwasher, WESTWOOD

550 Veteran Ave.

= 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath = = 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath = == Single ==

on-site laundry, parking.

Close to school, freeway & transportation.

310/962-5733

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310/775-5226 or Spacious, microwave, NORTH OF WEST L.A. 323/937-6468 x.200 intercom entry, on-sight WILSHIRE CORRIDOR 1415 Brockton Ave. BURTON WAY laundry, on-sight parking.

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Very close to UCLA 10530-10540

BEVERLY HILLS & Westwood Village.

218 S. Tower Dr.

310/208-5166

Wilshire Bl. • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath •

∞ ∞ ∞ • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • ————— BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. • • S i n g l e • • WESTWOOD •∞S i n g∞l e • ∞ ∞ 120 S. Swall Dr. Luxury Living Old World Charm! 1380 Midvale Ave.

with valet, Bright, intercom entry, 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath lush garden Very Spacious, A/C, fridge, stove, laundry fac. 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath surrounding pool, Newly Updated Close to restaurants intercom entry, Pool, elevator, gym, elevator, etc. & shopping.

2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath on-sight laundry, prkg. controlled access, onCall: 310/470-4474 Close to Cedars-Sinai, 323/651-2598 ••••••• sight laundry, parking.

Beverly Center, Balcony, dishwasher, Close to U.C.L.A. shops, cafes BRENTWOOD a/c, heated pool, SANTA MONICA 310/473-1509 & transportation.

519 S. Barrington Ave. elevator controlled 808 4th St. 310/597-9750 2 Bdrm. + 11/2 Bath access, on-site laundry, 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath ~ WESTWOOD ~ Bright unit. parking. Close to Beverly Hills Adj. 1 Bd. +Den +1 Ba. 10992 Ashton Ave. • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • Dishwasher, On-site Brentwood Village, • • 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath Lrg. fireplace, dishBalcony, intercom laundry, parking.

Shops & Restaurants.

2nd floor unit, washer, intercom entry, entry, elevator, onClose to • 310/826-4889 • hardwood floors, a/c, elevator, prkg., pool. sight laundry, prkg.

Brentwood Village.

2-closets, laundry • Close to Beach • Close to UCLA & room, parking.

310/472-8915 SANTA MONICA Westwood Village.

310/393-3547 Please Call: 310/479-8977

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Heated pool, balcony, a/c, • 3 Bdrm.+2 Bath • 1628 Westgate Ave. dishwasher, controlled 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • • • • • • • • 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • access, elevator, B r i g h t & A i r y. laundry room, parking. • GORGEOUS UNITS • Dishwasher, Central air, large 310/929-0610 balcony, pool, elevator, Intercom entry, on-sight 4 Blks. to Beach. parking, on-sight on-site laundry, laundry facility. intercom entry.

In The HEART of 320 N. La Peer Dr. 310/820-1810 BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE • 310/246-0290 • 170 N. Crescent Dr. CLOSE TO SHOPS & DINING SANTA MONICA

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WEST L.A.

1433 Armacost Ave.

2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath Bright & Spacious.

Dishwasher, controlled access on-sight laundry, prkg.

213/663-8513

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1236 Amhearst Ave.

• Large Unit • • Single •• 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ 1 0 9 0 5 O h i o A v e . • • Large & Bright. • 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath • Hardwood floors, Balcony, dishwasher, a/c, walk-in closet, Pool, a/c, balcony, • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • Controlled access, controlled access, fridge, stove, laundry • • Single • • garage, laundry facility.

WESTWOOD

rm., prkg., intercom Bright, controlled access, entry, elevator. Close to balcony, pool, elevator, laundry fac., prkg. shops & restaurants.

310/385-9169

Close To U.C.L.A. 310/477-6856

427 Montana Ave.

Close to Beach.

310/393-3547

on-site parking & laundry facility.

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3Bd 2Ba 922 S. Barrington Av. 10933 Rochester Ave. LOWER DUPLEX * * * * * * • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • Jr. Executive Rooftop pool, 2 car garage, dining 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath deck, gym, central air, Fireplace, balcony, room, breakfast area, Spacious, balcony, elevator, intercom entry, wet bar, dishwasher, a/c, fireplace, pool, elevator, laundry facility, on-sight laundry, parking. washer/dryer, backyard controlled access, on-site parking.

B laundry fac., parking. RENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE N. Wilshire, Beverly Hills CLOSE TO SHOPS+DINING. Close To U.C.L.A. ~ 310/476-3824 ~ (310) 800-3452 310/312-9871 310/473-5061 • BRENTWOOD • • WESTWOOD • Jr. Executive

2 B drm. + 2 B ath 1 Blk. East of Doheny 1 B drm. + 1 B ath 1 BEDROOM N EWLY R EMODELED .

Patio, stove, fridge, Clean, bright, nice size dishwasher, on-sight apartments. Swimming laundry, parking. pool, laundry facilty

C LOSE T O S HOPS & R ESTAURANTS .

213/663-8513

and gated garage.

Call 310/276-9871

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entry, elevator, on-site 5 Patios with 1 large • S i n g l e s (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) laundry, parking. entertainment patio at Central air/heat, 310/841-2367 fireplace, patio, • 310/247-8689 • rear. Views. Must See! controlled access, S ANTA M ONICA CLOSE TO CEDARS-SINAI, BEVERLY CENTER & 2 BDRM, 2.5 BATH pool, elevator, parking, 2600 Virginia Ave. TRENDY ROBERTSON BL. with all stainless steel laundry facility.

air conditioning, stove, elevator, laundry facility, parking.

UNFURNISHED

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• WESTWOOD •

672 Kelton Ave.

- 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath X-St. Strathmore - 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • Bright, on-site laundry, On-site parking. Close to transportation.

Controlled access, parking, laundry facility.

Close to U.C.L.A. 310/208-3085

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= Luxury Condo ————— =417BRENTWOOD S. Barrington Av. 3 Bd.+3 / Ba. • $5,200

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1409 Midvale Ave. Amazing views, ••• ••• ••• :::::::::::::: 2-balconies, gym, • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • Hardwood floors, pool, sauna, jacuzzi, • • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • • pool, laundry facility, valet, security.

•• Single •• controlled access, prkg. Zipi: 310/866-0884 A/C, pool, intercom Close to shcorporation@aol.com entry, laundry facility, Brentwood Village. elevator, parking.

• 310/440-5051 • BEVERLY HILLS Close to U.C.L.A. VERY UNIQUE • MUST SEE ~ CONDO ~ 310/478-8616 3 Bd.+21/2 Ba. • $4,900 HOLLYWOOD LOW MOVE-IN! 2,500sf., no common walls, hardwood flrs., 1769-1775 Sycamore Av. “THE • Bachelor 51 Viking appliances, MISSION” • Single GHOST WRITING hi-ceiling, lots of storage.

• WESTWOOD • Controlled access, • L IKE A H OUSE • laundry facility.

L.A.’S FINEST, MOST 310/722-7506 Utilities Included. LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL 323/851-3790 * * * * * * BEVERLY HILLS Close to Everything. • 2 Bd.’s+2 Ba.’s + • 1 Bd. 1 Ba. ~ LOWER DUPLEX ~ 6-Month Lease Avail.

BRENTWOOD Roxbury Park Adj. * * * * * * 11933 Darlington Ave. Every ~ Spacious ~ Extra Luxury: 2 Bdrm. custom cabinets, granite 3 Bdrm.+21/2 Bath + 2 Bath countertops, stone entry, Hrwd. flrs., washer/dryer, pool, health club, spa.

Spacious, balcony, a/c’s, fireplace, private dishwasher, refrigerator, • Close to UCLA • patio, 2-car garage.

1350 S. Midvale Ave. on-sight laundry L.A., 90024 and parking. $3,700/Month C o n t a c t M g r. : 310/473-1509 310/800-6590 • 310/864-0319 •

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BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS ADJ BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS Luxury Condo TOP FLOOR 2 Bd. 2 Ba. Large and Charming ~ TRIANGLE ~ 9583 ALCOTT ST. 1 BEDROOM Full amenity bldg. * SPACIOUS * Bright 2 Bdrm + 2 Ba 226 N. Crescent Dr.

Spacious upper unit with views. Fireplace, walk-in closets, laundry in unit.

Pool, spa, gym.

Available in July. $3,700/Month 200 N. Swall Dr. 818/261-5386

*BEVERLY HILLS* FRENCH CHATEAU 342 N. PALM DR. 2 BEDROOM + DEN + 2.5 BATHROOM Upper with balcony, Granite kitchen, marble floors, jacuzzi tub with separate steam shower.

Deluxe Unit. $3,400/MO. (Minimum 2 year lease) By appointment only

818/679-6747 (No Calls after 8 PM)

————— ~ WESTWOOD ~ North of Wilshire Official Historic 1920’s Bldg.

2-Story 2 Bd.+11/2 Ba.

Plaster walls, tile, bay window, balcony, brick pathways, w/d, hrwd, garage.

BLKS TO EVERYTHING. $3,300/Month

310/990-4938

————— • BEVERLY HILLS • 2 Bdrm. • $2,790/Mo. X-LARGE LUXURY APT. Professionally decorated. All new interior.

Hrwd., drapes, granite kitch/bath, s.s. appl., w/d hook-ups, hi-ceilings.

310/271-6811 Cell: 310/994-4122 Must see! 439 S. Rexford

————— 1836 PARNELL AVE.

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Balcony, bar, fireplace, New stove, central A/C laundry on each floor, elevator, 2-car parking.

Great manager on-site Sorry No Pets. $2,400 & Up Call 310/278-6640

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GLORICE SOMEKH REALTY, INC.

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$1,900/Month • 310/273-6124 • BEVERLY HILLS

View, pool, elevator, lots of closets, entry control, gated garage parking. B.H. schools.

2 BD + 2 BA. CONDO Updated kitchen with new appliances, washer/ dryer in unit, large balcony, lots of closet space and secured parking. $2,350/MO. Water incl.

Call 310/994-4684

————— *KELEMEN* REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900 all listings are on centurycityliving.com Valet and Guest Parking. Huge Heated Pool, Security Staff, Doorman & Houseman, Switchboard Tennis, Fitness Center Business Center NEW LISTINGS EVERYDAY

Call for latest properties

CENTURY PARK EAST 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condos $2,150/month New Carpet Large Balcony, 180º unobstructed City views $2,300/month New Renovation, High Floor, Large Balcony, Granite Counter, Hardwood Floors, Stainless Steel Kitchen $2,400/month Newer Renovation, High Floor Large Balcony, Granite Counters Stainless Steel Kitchen

1 Bdrm +Den+2 Baths

LE PARC CENTURY WOODS For Sale See our Ad Sec. 270

SPACIOUS 1 BDRM + DEN + 2 BATHS Approx. 1,400 Sq. Ft. with hardwood floors, granite counter tops, lots of closets. Patio. $2,050/MO. Contact Rich at:

310/385-7188

————— Nr Wilshire/Westwood TERRIFIC EXTRA LARGE 2 BD + 2 BA Microwave, stove, dish washer, stall shower & tub, laundry facility on each flr.

Quiet 12 unit building, ELEVATOR, itercom access, no pets. $1,950/MO. *****

310/274-6931

with pool, large bedrooms w/lots of closets space, laundry and parking. $1,550/MO. Call 310/308-5957

LUXURY UNITS • SINGLES • 1 BEDROOMS • 2 BEDROOMS

310/569-4699 1 B LOCK TO B RISTOL FARMS

Hardwood flrs/Carpets

BEVERLY HILLS

Shown by appointment

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NEIGHBORHOOD BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Newly Remodeled 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Beautiful & large with stove, fridge, parking and laundry facility.

911 Wooster Apt.#7 $1,200/MO. Call 805/379-2000

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PRIME LOCATION BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS & BRENTWOOD 9160 BEVERLY BLVD.

Balcony, carpet, appliances, laundry facility, 2-parking $1,685/Mo. • No dogs

From $1,500-$2,200

LARGE 1 BEDROOM $1,250/MO. 1/2 Month Free Rent (OAC) Patio, laundry facilty, and parking. Cat ok.

Call 310/278-8990

ACROSS ROXBURY PARK 1 Huge Bd.+Den/Office

LARGE 2 BDRM. 2 BA. Great view. Remodeled with 2 parking, pool Bath w/ spa tub. Hrwd. Near Cedars. $1,650 flrs., crown moldings, Also 2 BDRM, hardwood floors, w/d hook-up, appliances+w/d, balcony. dishwasher. $1,950 $1,950/Month By appointment 310/553-2707 Call 323/244-9470

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Stove,dishwasher, carpet parking and laundry on site, cats okay with deposit 412 S. Willaman Dr. Contact Raquel

310/271-1354

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BEVERLY HILLS 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH TOWNHOUSE • BEVERLY HILLS • Large upper, light and

170 N. ARNAZ DR. 2 Bd. + 1.5 Ba. Spacious & Bright Old World Charm 1 Bd, 1 Ba......$1,595 Balcony, ceiling fans, w/d hook-ups. No dogs. Formal dining room, Beverly Hills Schools. hardwood flrs., stove, fridge, A/C, parking $1,925/Month and laundry facility.

NEAR ROXBURY PARK. Cell 818/667-9007 818/594-1160

clean, secured building, with hardwood floors, laundry facility, permit parking only. No Pets. $1,600/MO. Call 310/729-1400 for appointment.

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Private Party.

Fabulous Penthouse Over 2000 Sq. Ft.

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508 AUTOS WANTED

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3 BDRM, 3.5 BATH 1 BDRM. 1 3/4 BATH 310/966-1014 $1,695/MO. 5 Patios with 1 large Gated entry, central air, entertainment patio at dishwasher, microwave 4 closets, patio, parkrear. Views. Must See! Sparkling ing, laundry, elevator and rooftop garden. Roof Top Pool LARGE UPPER 8747 Clifton Way BEVERLY HILLS ADJ 2 BDRM, 2.5 BATH with all stainless steel FRONT 1 BD + 1 BA. Ron:310/990-1730 3 Blocks from appliances, washer $1,650/MO. Beverly Center Move in special and dryer in unit. ***** 439 LE DOUX

Call 323/252-5600

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New stove+fridge. Very bright, hrwd. flrs., lots of closets, a/c, balcony.

221 S. DOHENY DR. ***** LOVELY ***** pinkprincessbulldogs.com (south of Wilshire)

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BEAUTIFUL 1 BDRM hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, washer and dryer in unit, small patio, garage parking Small pet OK. $1,795/MO. 1277 DEVON AVE. Call for appointment 310/458-1354

1 Bd.+1 Ba. • $1,275 NEWLY REMODELED.

ENGLISH BULLDOG

Q UIET & C HARMING Please Call Gina: $1,550 + Low Deposit 8-U NIT B LDG .

805/459-7975 Open Sat & Sun 1-4 Sheila: 310/488-4421 For More Info.: and by appointment

145 S. MAPLE DR PRIME WESTWOOD PRIME HOLLYWOOD 2 BDRM + 1 BATH BEVERLY HILLS Lowest Rate (1 Blk from Wilshire Old Hollywood Charm 423 S. Rexford Dr In The Market! and Beverly Glen)

2 Bdrms, 2.5 Baths $2,500/month Unfurnished Corner, Large Balcony $2,750/MO. Five Year old building, high Double sized closet, Updated Appliances Newer Carpet. Quiet Inside Location ceilings with crown molding, PARK EAST bamboo floors stainless- CENTURY CENTURY TOWERS steel-appliances Washer & PARK PLACE CENTURY HILL dryer, Marble bathrooms.

310/203-0422

Lots of closets, hard* * * * * * * • Large • wood floors, separate dining room, dishwasher, 1 Bd. +Den. +2 Ba. stove, lovely brick court- LOTS OF NATURAL LIGHT. yard. Near Roxbury Park. dining room, hardwood floors, full kitchen, Cat OK. $2,100/MO. 1 appliances, 407 /4 SHIRLEY PL. central air, garage.

Call 323/653-3350 No pets. 1 Year Lease.

BEVERLY HILLS North Palm Dr.

480 PETS

858 BEDFORD ST. Call Margaret at

310/775-5226 or 323/937-6468 x.200

Will Pay Cash!

Bob 818/267-9800

WANTED!!! * * * * * * * Mercedes Benz pre -1972 Porsche pre-1970 Austin Healey pre-1967 Bentley pre-1965 Rolls Royce pre-1965

In Any Condition.

TOPDOLLAR PAID! We Pick Up From Any U.S. Location.

* Please * * * *Call * * Alex Manos:

310/486-9398 continental5000@gmail.com

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Submission of an advertisement to a Beverly Hills Courier salesperson does not represent an agreement by the Beverly Hills Courier to print the advertisement.

The Beverly Hills Courier will not be liable for failure to publish an advertisement as requested. If there is an error or an omission in the printing or the publication of an advertisement, the liability of the Beverly Hills Courier shall be limited to a maximum of the cost of the incorrect advertisement or the reprinting of the correct advertisement. The Beverly Hills Courier, under no circumstances, shall be liable for other damages.

The Beverly Hills Courier will not accept any cancellations or changes to a classified ad/ads after 12:00 PM Wednesday, and display ads after 5:00 PM Tuesday of that requested week of publication. Legal notices already published once is 10 days prior to publication date. We will reserve one major change to a classified ad running on a five-week term. Changes in addition to the one alteration will incur a minimal charge of $3.00 per change.

For additional policies on advertising, please contact the Beverly Hills Courier at: (310) 278-1322.

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Call 310/276-8111 "YOUR Comfort is our Reputation."

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we buy antiques!

Highest prices paid, satisfaction Guaranteed!

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.

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ART BUY & SELL Paintings Arte Deco Art Nouveau Marble Statues Russian Items

Chinese Art Clocks Chandeliers Porcelain Dresden

Meissen KPM Royal Vienna Islamic Art Bronze

Sculpture Glass Tifanny Lalique Galle Daum

TRADES & CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED TOO! WE

CAN BUY ONE ITEM OR YOUR ENTIRE HEIRLOOM!

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UP TO 75% OFF Solid Surfaces Installation Available Bring This Ad for 5% Discount

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JEWELRY / WATCHES WANTED MAKE THE MOST MONEY, "CONSIGN" YOUR FINE JEWELRY & WATCHES Off Rodeo Dr. Over 35 years experience. *Fully Insured* We sold million Dollar Estates.

RODEO FINE JEWELRY 9608 BRIGHTON WAY, BEVERLY HILLS, 90210,

Call Martin or Batia 310/275- 8072 LIC.# 1910-1088

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Emergency Response within one hour!

Main: 323/876-3099 Cell: 310/901-9411 Lic.#: 568446

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Rabbi Jacob Pressman

From the Publisher CLIF SMITH

TALK VS. VOTE Beverly Hills is like the crow’s nest on top of the highest mast on the ship that is sinking. We will be the last to go under, but the signs are there. Still, despite skyrocketing business vacancies we have not sunk yet. There is a reason for this.

Thanks to heroic efforts by our hotels, the Rodeo Drive Committee, former Mayor Jimmy Delshad, the Beverly Hills Tournament of Roses Committee and a truly pro-business City Council (the last one, not this one), Beverly Hills invested hundreds of thousands of dollars of private and tax monies last year to promote Beverly Hills. The results were on display at Wednesday’s monthly Economic Development Council lunch presented by City Manager Jeff Kolin. Hotel and sales tax revenues are nearly back to 2008-2009 levels. The only reason this happened is the foresight of some city leaders to promote when others pulled back and the willingness of community members to volunteer, contribute and work.

This current City Council majority has consistently voted against business and community volunteers in favor of staff projects and massive new expenditures. They reject consensus projects and create “straw man” arguments to block or impede citizens’ objectives. They do this in spite of the proven, demonstrated success of last year’s efforts.

Not one penny was spent last year beyond the historical marketing budget based on a small portion of the hotel tax, or “Transient Occupancy Tax.” In fact, the City withheld $420,000 of that money which was actually a bad decision. Unspent marketing money markets nothing. Instead, Delshad raised $250,000 of private money for his “90210/Taste of Beverly Hills” event and the Beverly Hills Tournament of Roses Committee raised another $170,000. The Rodeo Drive Committee is largely funded by the merchants with a seriouslyreduced amount kicked in by the City. For RDC events—always a huge success—some councilmembers take credit while they vote against them.

Of note, whenever the City “contributes” money to the Rodeo Drive Committee for a public event, the City turns around and charges the RDC more than that to close Rodeo Drive. It's really a scam against the merchants, but RDC lives with the deal.

What has become obvious is the disconnect between the “we're pro-business” mantra spouted by the City government, and especially Vice Mayor Willie Brien, and their votes. Brien always tells you he is pro-business and always shows up to get his picture taken at a business event, but then votes against business time and again. He voted to strip the Rodeo Drive Committee of most of its funding for the Walk of Style honoring Fred Hayman. That event received phenomenal world-wide coverage. Brien voted for last year's Rose float then denied he thought any City funding was involved even though every other member of the council knew that for a fact. That float, funded 2/3s by private citizens, earned over $9 million of television coverage worldwide and helped fill the City’s streets with shoppers before and after the Rose Bowl. The City will now kick in $70,000 to pay the rest.

That still leaves $350,000 untouched from last year. The City continues to try to strip funds from the TOT allocation and now charges the merchants and hotels $200,000 a year in staff salaries to “administer” the programs the merchants and hotels already administer.

As for getting things through City Hall, Kolin reported the City is considering permit fee deferrals, bargain-basement rents for cityowned buildings, and maybe even loans. These all sound good and some may actually help. Those of us who deal with business on a daily basis (as opposed to seeing patients) know that these are eyewash. The real problem of business in Beverly Hills is getting started in the first place. City bureaucrats need to join “Bureaucrats Anonymous” to stop throwing roadblocks in front of every new business coming to town. Planning tells you one thing; Building & Safety tells you another; when they finally agree, the fire department shows up and says “no” to everything. Hyperbole? Tragically, not really.

Same goes for homeowners trying to remodel. Are we overstating the problem? Just ask around. Enough of you, your friends and neighbors have experienced this personally to confirm that is the case.

It is time for the City government to get serious and realize they are the impediment. They need to spend what is allocated on marketing. They should stop pontificating or pretending they did not know something they know or could have had simply for the asking.

Spending money on marketing is what the City’s marketing budget is for–not social programs, not “set asides,” not “reserves,” not pet projects or phantoms. They want a couple hundred thousand more for social programs? Why don’t you get your pension costs under control or take it from the $4.2 million you approved to recarpet the library and move a couple of bathrooms? How much have you paid the architect already to plan a community center in Roxbury Park the people do not want?

Beverly Hills has an amazingly successful group of merchants and hoteliers. The best way to support them (and keep the money coming in to City coffers) is to support them with votes and actions.

Stop pretending you support them as you vote against them, then show up for photos. We don’t want our ship to sink like everyone else’s.

YOU CAN’T GET THERE FROM HERE Armageddon is a word which automatically strikes fear into the heart of the reader. In Judaism and in Christianity it is associated with a terrible final war between the forces of good and evil, usually associated with Har Megiddo, a Jewish fortress astride the heavily trafficked highway, the Via Maris, curving between Mesopotamia and Egypt.

Subsequent literature endowed it with all manner of dire and bloody wars. One version is that Satan will come up from Hell, gather the people of Gog and Magog, and fire will come down from Heaven and devour them. Whoever was not written in the book of life will be thrown into Gehenam, a lake of fire and brimstone. Armageddon is all that.

Along comes the Department of Highways and says: “We’ll close Highway 405 for two days over the weekend of July 16 and 17 when there should be less

POLICE BLOTTER BURGLARY Occurred between 7:30 p.m. on 7/6 and 10:30 a.m. on 7/7 in 600 block of N. Arden Dr. Unknown suspect opened electric garage door from alley, entered and ransacked victim’s unlocked vehicle.

Occurred between 7:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. on 7/7 in 400 block of S. Rodeo Unknown suspect entered residence from rear door and stole property. Loss $42,650 GRAND THEFT Occurred about 2:45 p.m. on 7/6 in 300 block of N. Beverly Dr. Suspect: Male Hispanic, 25, 6'00'', 180, brown hair and eyes–entered store and stole property from display case placing items inside bag.

Loss $1,485 Occurred between 7 and 10 p.m. in 300 block of N. Canon Dr. Unknown suspect picked up and carried away victim’s wallet.

Loss $2,600 ASSAULT Occurred around 8:45 p.m. on 7/8 in 200 block of S. Reeves Dr. Grabbed victim by hair during verbal argument and threw her out of apartment.

IDENTITY THEFT Occurred between noon on 6/30 and 10 a.m. on 7/1 in 400 block of N. Rexford Dr. Suspect: Female White, 5'03'', 160, red auburn hair–obtained money under false pretense.

Occurred between 5/28 and 5/31

traffic, and add one more lane to the Northbound side. We can bring it in for only $1 billion!”

Some clever wag is inspired to add a “C” and dub the occasion “Carmageddon” and we all have hysterics. “How will we get from here to there? We are lost, I tell you, lost!”

Now don’t get me wrong. It is not going to be “a leisurely trot through the park.” Those of us who must get from the Westside to the Valley and viceversa may well be seriously inconvenienced, but if we refrain from banging into one another in our detours we shall all make it and survive until Monday, when those who traverse it will find 405 a smidgen better. Keep in mind; we shall not be having the floods, forest fires, dust storms and relentless heat spells of the rest of our fellow Americans.

Aren’t we lucky?

in 400 block of S. Swall Dr. Unknown suspect altered victim’s check and passed it.

Occurred on 7/2 in 9600 block of Wilshire Blvd. Unknown suspect used victim’s credit card and made purchases at various locations.

Occurred between noon and 4:45 p.m. on 7/5 in 400 block of N. Bedford Dr. Female suspect told victim his medical license would be suspended if information was not given over the phone.

Occurred between 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on 7/5 in 400 block of N. Bedford Dr. Female suspect claimed victim’s medical license would be suspended if documents were not received so latter emailed personal information.

Occurred at 3:40 p.m. on 7/5 in 800 block of N. Roxbury Dr. Victim received suspicious email requesting a wire transfer.

Occurred between 6/6 and 6/14

in 300 block of S. Crescent Dr. Unknown suspect made purchase using victim’s personal information.

Occurred between 1/1 and 7/7 in 400 block of S. Shirley Place.

Unknown suspect cashed several personal checks from victim’s bank account.

Occurred between 6/28 and 6/30 in 200 block of S. Arnaz Dr. Unknown suspect used victim’s credit information to purchase items.

Occurred on 6/6 and 7/6 in 400 block of N. Camden Dr. Unknown suspect stole victim’s credit card and made numerous charges.

Occurred between 10 a.m. on 7/5 and 3 p.m. on 7/7 in 400 block of N. Rodeo Dr. Male and female suspects posed as medical board members and requested victim’s personal information for a medical claim.

LETTER Talk-talk-nowhere.

Our nicely, nicely conversations with Metro and Los Angeles County powers seem to have gotten us nothing. Reading the article about the Mulholland Drive bridge and the group of residents who were listened to was revealing. It would seem being reasonable and objective in today’s political environment gets you the nice pat on the head response. Threaten a lawsuit and delay of their timing plans gets you attention and results. They do seem to understand a whack in the head with a sledge hammer.

Our City Council and citizens must send Metro a message--if it persists on digging tunnels under our high school, we will start legal proceedings which will tie them up forever.

When the message sinks in, Metro will then seem to understand reality.

Victor Moss

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