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August 5, 2016

City, Hilton Initiative Supporters Settle Lawsuit

START YOUR ENGINES — Vice Mayor Nancy Krasne and Beverly Hills Police Chief Sandra Spagnoli hopped on a pair of BHPD motorcycles during Tuesday’s National Night Out community event. The annual country-wide tradition helps visitors get up-close and personal with their local police and fire departments.

For more pictures from Beverly Hills’ National Night Out, see page 22.

Photo by Reggie Sully

THIS ISSUE

Meet Sam Grundwerg, the new Consul General of Israel in L.A. 4

Local Special Olympian Lucy Meyer named “Icon Girl” for Perverse sunglasses.

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Developers at 454 Cuesta Way in Bel-Air are allegedly violating many rules.

10 •Fashion •Sports •Birthdays

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George Christy, Page 6 Producer Brad Krevoy Is Location Scouting In Kenya For His Gripping Wild At Heart Film.

Wife Susie Krevoy Is Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro To Raise Funds For The Disabled In Tanzania

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

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Longtime Beverly Hills Elected Official, Community Leader Frank Fenton Dies At 78

By Matt Lopez Frank Fenton, a community leader and longtime Beverly Hills elected official, passed away Thursday at age 78 from complications of Parkinson’s Disease.

Fenton’s life as a Beverly Hills public servant spanned nearly three decades until he retired in 2009, but not before he was briefly installed as mayor of Beverly Hills, making him the City’s only elected official to have served as a Beverly Hills Unified School District board member, City Treasurer and Mayor.

As a child, Fenton escaped from Germany in the midst of World War II, arriving in Cuba before heading to the United States. He attended elementary school in the U.S. before his family moved to São Paulo, Brazil, where he spent half his high school years

First Amendment rights through issuance of a preliminary injunction,” said the proceeding.

The parties are “enjoined from taking any steps to enforce Beverly Hills Municipal Code § 1-8-5 (C)-(F) against the Plaintiff,” with stipulations that mean the initiative’s advertising will now resemble most other ads with regards to disclosure required by the California Political Reform Act. Disclosure will include, “Paid for by Yes on ___, Residents for The Beverly Hills Garden & Open Space Initiative, with major funding

by Oasis West Realty LLC/The Beverly Hilton. (see ‘SETTLEMENT’ page 15)

Pro/Con, Impartial Analysis Filed on Hilton Initiative

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before returning to Los Angeles to finish school at Hamilton High.

After graduation, Fenton joined the Coast Guard and eventually ended up working at Mount Sinai Hospital. It was there that (see ‘FRANK FENTON’ page 31)

Beverly Hills High Oil Well Still Contentious, Superintendent Calms Concerned Families

By Laura Coleman It’s been 13 years since the court ruled against Erin Brokovich’s allegation that the Beverly Hills High School oil well caused cancer in former students and staff, but there are still many today who fervently believe that oil-extraction at the site remains highly problematic.

This week, Beverly Hills High School alum Marty Halfon (Class of 1976) took to Facebook to allege that the current Board of Education is failing to demonstrate that the high school is safe. In a three-minute video, which Halfon posted on his personal page and several Beverly Hills’ related pages on Saturday, July 30, the Beverly Hills resident stands outside the new BHHS bungalow classrooms

By Victoria Talbot The City of Beverly Hills has reached a settlement agreement with “Residents for The Beverly Hills Garden and Open Space Initiative” over the City’s disclosure ordinance regarding the Hilton Initiative for the Nov. 8 ballot. The agreement affects all advertising for the initiative and associated campaign disclosures.

The federal lawsuit, filed last week, “raised a serious question whether the ordinance violates the First Amendment as applied to certain of Plaintiff’s intended political advertisements,” according to the stipulation.

“The balance of equities and public interest weigh in favor of protecting Plaintiff’s

and states: “I want evidence.”

To emphasize his point that the high school’s air quality is suspect, Halfon highlights the BHHS oil well currently operated by Venoco, the 25 abandoned oil wells under the school, and steam coming from a nearby “power plant,” which Superintendent Steve Kessler subsequently clarified is actually a “chilled water distribution center.”

After being informed of what was taking place in the digital realm, Kessler notified families via email on Wednesday, Aug. 3 that they have nothing to worry about in terms of the school’s air quality.

Further, he wrote, there have been no findings that support any belief that there is cause for concern (see ‘OIL WELLS page 15)

By Victoria Talbot The City has posted the “impartial analysis” by City Attorney Larry Weiner, the argument in favor and the argument opposed to the Hilton Initiative, on the City website at www.beverlyhills.org.

Sources tell the Courier that the City has been receiving calls asking if the entire City Council indeed, agrees with argument against the project.

Both Vice Mayor Nancy Krasne and Councilmember Lili Bosse have gone on record to say that they will not disclose their position in favor or against the project, and that they do not wish to be included in either group.

The argument includes language such as, “the Beverly Hills City Council urges you to Vote No,” and a signature, “John Mirisch Mayor, City of Beverly Hills for the City Council.”

Another signature, “The Municipal League of Beverly Hills by: Thomas A. White, Chairman,” has created commentary from members of the Muni League who did not vote to support or deny the issue.

Chairman White explained that the annual meeting in June, held at the Peninsula, was held before it was known that the initiative was to go on the ballot.

The Nov. 8 ballot initiative will also have the following “impartial analysis”: This measure concerns the 8.97 acre parcel bounded by Wilshire Boulevard, Merv Griffin Way, and Santa Monica Boulevard. On the property today is The Beverly Hilton Hotel and under construction is the Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

In 2008, the City of Beverly Hills approved “The Beverly Hilton Specific Plan” (see ‘HILTON ANALYSIS’ page 16)

BORN TO DANCE — Minnesota’s Tony Charmoli danced and choreographed his talent to Broadway and television and Hollywood.

The Emmy award-winning Tony became the favorite of stars with his reputation for making them look great on camera. His memoir, Stars In My Eyes, discusses his work with Gene Kelly, Mitzi Gaynor, Baryshnikov, Nureyev, Carol Channing, Julie Andrews, Cher, Danny Kaye, Dinah Shore, Shirley MacLain, etc.

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

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, the Council of the City of Beverly Hills will consider adopting an ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS REGULATING LANDFORM ALTERATIONS, EXPANSIONS OF LEVEL PAD AREAS OF LOTS, AND DEVELOPMENT OFF THE LEVEL PAD OF LOTS IN THE HILLSIDE AREA OF THE CITY The proposed ordinance includes the following measures, which would apply to Hillside development projects until such time that permanent hillside development regulations, which will be studied by the City over the next several months, are adopted: •

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No more than two thousand (2,000) cubic yards of earth material may be imported or exported from a site in the Hillside Area that is immediately adjacent to a street that is less than twenty four (24) feet wide, unless a Hillside R-1 permit is issued pursuant to Section 10-3-2550.A. of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code. The current limit of export/import before an R-1 permit is required is 3,000 cubic yards per 5 year period. The current regulation does not include provisions regarding the width of adjacent streets (BHMC § 10-3-2521).

A level pad area must contain a level square-shaped area with minimum dimensions of twenty (20) feet per side for the level pad to be used to calculate the maximum permitted cumulative floor area of buildings and structures in the Hillside Area pursuant to Section 10-3-2502.B. of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code. The current BHMC standards do not include a minimum level pad size to qualify for use in maximum floor area calculations.

The maximum cumulative floor area of the portion of any buildings and structures located off the existing level pad of any lot in the Hillside Area of the City shall be one thousand (1,000) square feet, unless a Hillside R1 permit is issued pursuant to Section 10-3-2550 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code. For purposes of this Ordinance, “level pad” shall have the meaning set forth in Beverly Hills Municipal Code Section 10-3-100, and “existing level pad” shall mean the level pad in existence on the date this Ordinance takes effect. There is currently no limit to floor area developed off the level pad before an R-1 permit is required.

This Ordinance has been preliminarily 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 City Council will consider the adoption and implementation of the Ordinance to be exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) as there is no possibility that adoption and implementation of the Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment because the Ordinance does not authorize construction and it would impose greater restrictions on certain development in order to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. Additionally the City Council will consider if adoption and implementation of the Ordinance is eligible for a Class 8 categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15308 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations for actions taken to assure the maintenance and protection of the environment.

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

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 City’s action in regards to this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at a public hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the end of the public hearing.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Alek Miller, Assistant Planner, Community Development Department, at (310) 285-1196 or amiller@beverlyhills.org. The case file is on file at the Community Development Department and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90210.

BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Beverly Hills, at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber 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 Community Development 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 Community Development Department - Transportation and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90210.

BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk

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Sam Grundwerg Replaces David Siegel As Consul General Of Israel In L.A.

Sacramento Attorney Threatens Legal Action Over Lobbying By Ex-Mayor Brucker

By Laura Coleman Fresh off the plane from the only democracy in the Middle East, Sam Grundwerg took over this month as the new Consul General of Israel in L.A. He was named by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in April 2016 to replace David Siegel, who just finished serving here for the past five years.

Said Siegel: “I feel very fortunate to have represented Israel in such an outstanding community. During these years, I saw it as my mission to bring the real Israel to local communities and highlight its global significance in critical areas of innovation such as water, food, the environment and medicine, as well as its progressive values as the only democracy in the Middle East.”

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By Victoria Talbot Ex-Beverly Hills Mayor Barry Brucker is raising the ire of Sacramento attorney Gary Winuk.

In a letter to the City, Winuk says that final approval of the $1.2 billion One Beverly Hills project should be denied because Brucker became a paid lobbyist for them after leaving office.

Brucker served 2008-9, 2011-12, and then defied the City’s “revolving door” policy that prohibits former officials from taking a compensated position by a project that was voted on while the official was in office.

Municipal Code 1-9-203.B states that: “Representation By Former Elected Official: No former elected official shall represent, for compensation, any person or entity, by making any communication to the city, if the communication is related to a land use matter which was voted upon by the elected official during his or her term of office.

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becoming consul general, Grundwerg served as director general in Israel for the World Jewish Congress (WJC), an international organization representing Jewish communities in over 100 countries to governments, parliaments and other international organizations. As the head of WJC's operations in Israel, Grundwerg advanced the overall mission of the WJC to strengthen and support Jewish communities around the world, as well as the State of Israel and the Jewish People.

Originally hailing from Miami Beach, Grundwerg fulfilled a lifelong dream and moved to Israel in 1990 and made Aliyah soon afterward. Once in Israel, he served as a combat soldier in

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the IDF armored corps, and later in the IDF reserves as a casualty officer. He earned his J.D. degree from the University of Miami School of Law and holds an M.B.A. in finance from the University of Miami School of Business, as well as an undergraduate degree from Bar Ilan University.

Grundwerg is married to Julia, a nurse. The couple has three children, Elisha, Felicia and Sarita.

COURIER IN ITALY – This summer, the Kublicki family took a trip to Italy and made sure to bring a copy of the Courier along with them. Pictured, from left: Ava, Juliette and Nicolas Kublicki in Psoitano, Italy. To join the Kublicki’s in the Carry The Courier Club, simply take a photo of yourself with the Courier on your next trip and e-mail it to mlopez@bhcourier.com. Safe travels!

Beverly Hills Residents Fred, Andrea Fenster Venture Into The Wine Business With Pete Rose

By Olivia Lipari Beverly Hills residents Fred and Andrea Fenster are swinging for the fences with their new Hit King Wines, which sells Pete Rose-themed wines.

Like a fine wine, the idea had been fermenting for years following a playful exchange between the Fensters and their longtime friend Rose, the alltime Major League Baseball hit leader.

Recalled Fred Fenster: “I once mentioned how funny it would be to name a wine Pete Rosé.”

Fast forward to 2014, when rosé wines started to grow in demand throughout the state.

“It seemed like the perfect opportunity to launch the Pete Rosé,” Fred Fenster said.

With the green light from Rose to pursue an eponymous wine, the Fensters pitched their idea to Summerland Winery last year, and thus Hit King Wines stepped into the batters box.

Andrea Fenster, Pete Rose and Fred Fenster

To date, there are three varieties: Charlie Hustle Red, a Cabernet; Hit King White, a Pinot Grigio; and of course, the Pete Rosé, made from Grenache.

Even though the bottles are geared for collectors, with the Pete Rosé “Legacy Edition” including Rose’s famed signature, Fred Fenster emphasized that the wines are actually delicious.

“We served the Pete Rosé at a party and the people who drank it said it was the best rosé they had ever tasted,” he said.

Beyond the tasty kitsch value, the wine is also doing some real good in the world.

Fenster said that Rose is donating his net proceeds from Hit King Wines to Hustle for Heroes, a non-profit foundation dedicated to improving healthcare and employment opportunities for veterans.

In addition to being the exclusive wine served at the Pete Rose Sports Bar and Grill in Las Vegas, the wines can be purchased in Rose’s hometown, Cincinnati, and online at http://hitkingwines.com.

Brucker is egregious and offensive,” he wrote. “Having former public officials be compensated to continue work on a project they voted for is unconscionable.”

In his letter of resignation, Brucker wrote, “I believed that due to the at least three ownership changes of the site located at 9900 Wilshire, along with the change of use, that the project that was being undertaken was not the same as the project that I voted on when I was on the Council.”

However, the Wanda Group has prepared a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR), rather than creating a new Environmental Impact Report (EIR), indicating that the current project is the same as the 2008 project, but with modifications that require a supplement to the original EIR. The project is the former Robinson’s-May building located at 9900 Wilshire Blvd., now called “One Beverly Hills.” A development by Pritzker Prize(see ‘BRUCKER/WANDA’ page 16)

Board Of Education Yet To Agree On New School Bond

By Laura Coleman Following a three-hour study session Tuesday intended to hammer out details for a new school-building bond, the five-member Board of Education failed to reach consensus on asking residents to support the district’s renovation plans.

The school district is now actively revitalizing El Rodeo, Horace Mann and Beverly Hills High School utilizing money from the passage of 2008’s $334 million Measure E bond. However, that amount is less than half of what is needed to fully renovate all five schools.

Following years of investigations by architects, engineers, consultants and stakeholders, experts determined that the district needs around $400 million more than it now has available. In addition to fully transforming all five public schools to withstand strong earthquakes, that amount includes a plan to integrate technological advances to maximize 21st century learning opportunities, while also preserving historic architectural features.

“I would vote for the $400 million today,” board member Noah Margo said at Tuesday’s meeting.

The board has until Aug.

12 to inform the L.A. County Registrar of Voters of the bond particulars in order to qualify for a November ballot measure. Otherwise, the board must wait until 2018 before going out to voters with a new bond measure.

At last week’s formal meeting, Board President Howard Goldstein emphasized that given the school facilities’ age and the region’s vulnerability to earthquakes, it is critical to complete renovations as expeditiously as possible.

In 1994, the Northridge earthquake destroyed most of Beverly Vista, which was rebuilt following the passage of Measures S and K. Board member Lisa Korbatov, who joined the board six years ago following an election campaign that vowed to clean up the dilapidated high school, emphasized that local children will return to the City’s public school system once the classrooms actually reflect 21st century learning.

In truth, one needs only to visit parts of the school district to see firsthand that the quality of the buildings is not commensurate with legacy. In fact, the state identified 14 buildings across the school district that are so seismically at risk in (see ‘SCHOOL BOND’ page 31)

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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Petitions Court For Public Information On Mayor’s Domestic Disputes With Ex-Wife

PACT – Beverly Hills Police And Community Together (PACT) community volunteers once again came to the BHPD’s 6 a.m. morning roll call this week to express their appreciation for the officers and to provide them with bagels, cream cheese, turkey sandwiches, cut up fruit and fresh blueberry topped yogurt to start their day. Pictured, (from left) behind BHPD officers: Isaac Hakim, Shirley Hakim, Lori Goldman, Sarah Wolff, Ken Goldman, Ethan Manaster, Linda Manaster, Jake Manaster along with officers of the BHPD.

Bel-Air’s Lucy Meyer Tapped As Icon Girl For Perverse Sunglasses

By Laura Coleman Local Bel-Air resident hero Lucy Meyer, 17, is once again using her special brand of enthusiasm and commitment to raise money for children with disabilities after being named the inaugural “Icon Girl” for Perverse sunglasses.

All proceeds from a limited edition line of Perverse sunglasses, which were created, designed, and modeled by Lucy, will be donated to UNICEF. Lucy even named the sunglasses: “Team Lucy Meyer.”

“It’s an award given to people who do inspirational things and inspire other people,” said Perverse founder Toni Ko. “We chose Lucy as our first Icon Girl because of the amazing things she has accomplished and because her spirit just touches you the instant you meet her.”

Ko, who founded the company earlier this year, said she wants to select two “icon girls/boys” each year.

A Special Olympics athlete who serves as an official spokesperson for the US Fund for UNICEF on behalf of children with disabilities, Lucy, who has cerebral palsy as a result of oxygen deprivation at birth, knows firsthand just how important it is for the world to listen to the voices of those who are too often overlooked.

Lucy’s Icon Girl sunglasses, which

BRIGHT FUTURE–Perverse sunglasses founder Toni Ko (right) embraces “Icon Girl” Lucy Meyer at the launch event for Perverse’s Team Lucy Meyer sunglasses.

retail for $50 a pair, reflect her style, passions, and her cause, making them unlike any other pair of sunglasses in the world.

Said Lucy: “Honestly, to me, Toni Ko is the icon girl. It would be great if she could serve as a role model to other businesses to do something like this to show kids the importance of philanthropy.”

Sales from the “Team Lucy Meyer” sunglasses, up to $60,000, will go directly to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF— Special Olympics Partnership.

Want to be inspired to move through obstacles just like Special Olympics Gold Medalist swimmer Lucy? Check out perversesunglasses .com.

Picklefest Returns To Beverly Hills Calling all pickle lovers! The annual Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market PickleFest is returning on Sunday, August 7. Those interested in this annual free event can visit the 9300 block of Civic Center Drive between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. As in previous years, there are two categories in which picklers can enter their prized creations into: the “Best Dill Pickle” contest and the “I Can Pickle That!” contest, which celebrates the pickling of California produce. Join distinguished pickle-connoisseur judges and come try these delectable snacks that are high in iron and potassium.

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POLICE BLOTTER These assaults, burglaries, robberies, identity and grand thefts have been reported by BHPD. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers. Losses in brackets.

ASSAULTS 07/24 400 N. Spalding Dr. 07/26 8600 Wilshire Bl. 07/31 N. Linden Dr./N. Santa Monica Bl. BURGLARIES 07/25 8900 Olympic Bl. 07/25 300 S. Robertson Bl. ($300) 07/25 200 N. Canon Dr. 07/25 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($4,590) 07/25 9600 Wilshire Bl. ($7,990) 07/25 200 S. Beverly Dr. ($800) 07/26 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($1,250) 07/27 200 N. Rodeo Dr. 07/27 400 Spalding Dr. ($2,300) 07/28 200 S. Doheny Dr. 07/28 100 Spalding Dr. 07/28 400 S. Rodeo Dr. ($280) 07/28 9500 Olympic Bl. 07/29 1500 Alexis Pl. 07/30 N. La Cienega Bl. ($1,660)

07/31 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($11,980) 07/29 400 Shirley Pl. 07/30 N. La Cienega Bl. ($1,660) 07/31 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($11,980) GRAND THEFTS 05/27 400 N. Linden Dr. ($10,460) 07/11 400 S. Oakhurst Dr. 07/19 N. Santa Monica Bl./N. Canon Dr. ($2,000) 07/22 9900 Robbins Dr. ($1,203) 07/24 400 N. Rodeo Dr. ($2,650) 07/28 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($1,360) 07/30 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($2,580) IDENTITY THEFTS 07/23 400 Spalding Dr. ($100) 07/31 9800 Wilshire Bl. ($800) ROBBERIES 07/26 9000 Wilshire Bl. 07/30 N. Beverly Dr./Sunset Bl. ($825)

By Victoria Talbot Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Russell Carollo has filed a Petition for Writ of Mandate and Complaint against the City of Beverly Hills for access to public records for, “Detailed information required to be culled from all writings prepared in response to or investigation of all complaints and calls for assistance received by Beverly Hills Police Department involving John Alan Mirisch, mayor of Beverly Hills, including but not limited to incidents occurring on 1/24/2008 and 2/28/2010 involving alleged incidents of domestic violence.”

Carollo has instituted proceedings for a Writ of Mandate to enforce the public’s right to obtain information from the City of Beverly Hills, and a Complaint for Declaratory and Injunctive Relief.

“I've filed public records requests for decades and feel strongly that the public has a right to records documenting how the government works,” wrote Carollo in an email to the Courier.

In response to Carollo’s California Public Records Act (CPRA) request, the City furnished a copy of two incident reports, “which contain nearly none of the information required to be disclosed by law,” according to the action.

“The City will be withholding exempt records and redacting those

portions of records that are exempt from disclosure, because records of complaints to, or investigations conducted by, local police agency are exempt from disclosure pursuant [to] California Government Code Section 6254(f),” wrote Sylvia Gelfman, records and jail manager, custodian of records for the BHPD, in an email response to the CPRA. The two incidents Carollo referred to in his CPRA request involve Mirisch and then-wife Magdalena Mirisch. The first report is for the evening of Jan. 24, 2008 for a Keep the Peace incident type with Officer Moreno. The second is on the evening of Feb. 28, 2010 with officers Arriaga and Williams, which the “incident report” attached to the complaint lists as “Corporal Injury/Spouse.”

But the City provided no further details.

In cases of reported Corporal Injury to a Spouse or Cohabitant (Penal Code 273.5(e)(1)) it can be either a misdemeanor or a felony to inflict force or violence on an intimate partner. Sources confirm that an officer must arrest if there is injury to one or both parties when there is an allegation of corporal injury to a spouse or intimate partner. If there is no evidence of physical trauma, the officers would have to document the scene carefully if (see ‘CPRA’ page 18)

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We’ve requested an extra large tee shirt from Kenya, and one from Dubai, which, at our age and considering our “basketball knee,” we will never visit.

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Unforgettable.

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Producer Brad Krevoy is in Kenya, location scouting for his gripping film Wild At Heart. He was joined by his wife Susie Krevoy (in baseball cap), daughters Olivia, Alex and Sophia.

Bandwagon is moving right along this summer. Brad’s wife, Susie Krevoy, is climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in Kenya with girlfriends.

Philanthropic Susie is “Climbing for a Cause.”

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xciting and terrifying,” she admits. “Pushing myself to achieve a personal physical challenge, while turning my love of hiking to generate awareness and funds, and to further help the children with disabilities from Tanzania.

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favorite blockbusters coproduced with Steve Stabler (Dumb & Dumber, Kingpin, etc.).

are a matriarichal society, herding together with the males leaving after 12-15 years.

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rad and Susie’s 16-yearold daughter Alex is being accompanited by Lorenzo from her summer camp near Boston helping the underprivileged, and joining mom, dad and her siblings in Africa.

What better than a family sojourn that will be remembered now and forever. Along with the kindness and generosity of “giving back.”

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Fox News’ Megyn Kelly is looking to move on to CNN, even though she remains Fox’s stellar attraction?

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elfish it seems, yet we couldn’t resist asking a favor from our colleague Olivia, who summer-interned with us at the Beverly Hills Courier last year. She’s now attending Northwestern University as a journalism major and working these

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long with the adventure of Kenya and Africa, the leading lady finds a cause greater than herself in the form of baby elephants, cruelly orphaned by poachers killing their parents for their precious ivory tusks,” informs Lorenzo Nardini, the personal assistant to Brad.

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22 months. A grown elephant weighs ten tons, and their brain is the largest of any land mammal. They are extremely intelligent, mourn lost ones, and can express joy.

ot to be missed: the Parade of Nations during the Opening Ceremonies of the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games tonight on NBC at 4 PM. The 600 American athletes with their 200 coaches will be wearing customized uniforms by Ralph Lauren at the Maracana Stadium. ___________________

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hrough this gripping film, Brad is drawing attention to the infant victims of this illegal trade, along with an awareness of the desperate need for help and survival, etc. Loving elephants as we do, Wild

Mila Kunis during the Los Angeles premiere of STX Entertainment's Bad Moms at Mann Village Theatre

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Dodger Pitcher Kershaw To Host Celebrity Ping Pong Tournament

packed night which features a

By Laura Coleman Dodger pitcher Clayton single elimination tournament Kershaw will host the fourth with celebrity and VIP ping annual “Ping Pong 4 Purpose” pong enthusiasts.

"Kershaw's Challenge has celebrity ping pong tournament on Thursday, Aug. 11 at always been about being a part of something bigger than yourDodger Stadium. self,” Kershaw Launched by said. “That's Clayton and his wife why we love Ellen in 2011 to the opportunichallenge and ty to host [this] encourage people to event; it invites utilize their individpeople to join ual passions and talin the imporents for the bettertant work of ment of others, the making life event benefits better for chilKershaw’s Challenge, dren worldwhich helps at-risk wide, specifichildren and neighcally in L.A. borhoods. the The evening will Clayton and Ellen Kershaw and with daughter Cali Dominican honor Chicago White Sox executive Dennis Republic.”

Food, drink, live music by Gilbert, founder of The Professional Baseball Scouts Half the Animal, a DJ, giveFoundation, with the 2016 aways and a silent auction will Kershaw’s Challenge Impact also be on tap during the Award for his commitment to evening. An online auction is live at helping vulnerable communi- already ties through sport and the www.MLB.com/auction.

Ticket packages begin at game of baseball.

Will Ferrell will co-host $5,000. For information, conRegina Miller at and Susan Sarandon will serve tact as honorary chair at the jam- Regina@kershawschallenge.com.

Finally, Crustacean Debuts First Cookbook Of An Family Recipes

SPRINKLES AND BARRYMORE–Support a sweet cause with Sprinkles new Strawberry Shortcake cupcakes, created in partnership with Drew Barrymore.

Proceeds from the cupcake–a rich yellow cake filled with tart, juicy strawberry curd and topped with a pillowy cloud of toasted marshmallow frosting–will be donated to United Friends of the Children. Sprinkles has pledged to donate 100 percent of Strawberry Shortcake cupcake proceeds, up to $50,000 with a minimum donation of $25,000, to the organization, which works to improve the lives of current and former foster youth through its service-enriched education and housing program. The campaign runs throughout August at all Sprinkles Cupcakes. The Beverly Hills cupcake bakery, where it all began, is located at 9635 S. Santa Monica Blvd.

FAMILY SECRETS–Crustacean Chef Helene An enjoys a moment in the kitchen with daughter Jacqueline, who beautifully compiled many of the famed restaurant’s delicious recipes of just how to create the Vietnamese-Californian cuisine her mother introduced to the world.

By Danielle Berris For more than 20 years, Crustacean in Beverly Hills has been the go-to spot for delicious Vietnamese cuisine.

Famed for the often-imitated garlic noodles created by Chef Helene An, who founded her flagship restaurant 40 years ago in San Francisco, Crustacean has never had a cookbook until now.

Authored by An’s daughter, Jacqueline, in concert with the An family matriarch, An: To Eat offers recipes alongside beautifully photographed dishes. In addition, the cookbook is curated to include anecdotes that allow would-be chefs at

home the opportunity to better understand the Ans, as well as the dish. Even the most inexperienced of chefs can achieve success following the book’s instructions, as the Courier can attest from its delicious rendition of An’s Cashew Chicken.

Jacqueline An said she was inspired to create the cookbook, which includes traditional and fusion recipes that stretch from the An family’s early years in Vietnam to the “secret kitchen” at Crustacean, in order to be able share the stories, and recipes, with her own two children.

“Every dish holds a special place in my heart,” she said.

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Construction trucks are parking directly in front of the gate of one Bel-Air resident who wishes to remain anonymous.

Construction crews have left food scraps and other trash outside the construction site along Madrono Lane.

Food trucks park and feed workers right in front of Amapola Lane homes, despite a clearly visible “no parking” sign posted.

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BAD IN BEL-AIR – Another week, another new renegade construction project for Bel-Air residents to contend with. This time, it comes from Quigg Builders’ 454 Cuesta Way, where the project is alleged to have skirted several rules regarding parking in noparking zones, extended periods in 2-hour parking zones, and having more access points than is allowed by the Zoning Administrator. Crews have parked trucks blocking neighboring gates, and residents – who wish to remain anonymous – have told the Courier that workers have been rude and threatening to residents. L.A. Department of Building and Safety spokesman David Lara did not respond Thursday when asked if the LADBS has issued any violations to the project, but it appears that the department is not able to enforce its own rules on this project.

The view from the driveway of a neighboring home, where construction crews overlook the yard of nearby residents.

Construction crews illegally park their cars along Amapola Lane all day long, despite a “2-hour parking” sign posted.

A view of the large construction ongoing at 454 Cuesta Way

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BH Rocker Steve Cooke Nominated For Hollywood Music In Media Award

Cheryl Boone Isaacs Re-Elected President Of Motion Picture Academy

Beverly Hills rocker Steve Cooke’s new, upbeat single California Girls Rock ‘n’ Roll has been nominated for “Best Song” in the Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA), to be presented Nov. 17 at The Fonda Theater.

To celebrate and give fans a chance to hear the song live, Cooke will give an “unplugged” solo concert from 8:3010:30 tonight at the Grafton Hotel, 84652 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood.

For information call 877-681-2535 or 800-821-3660.

The HMMA’s honor musical work across different platforms including TV and video games, as well as original compositions and best performance, etc.

Cooke won an HMMA in Americana in 2009 for his single Working For The USA. His same-titled album would later go onto win “Best Album” at the Malibu Music Awards, where Glen Campbell received his “Lifetime Achievement Award.”

The HMMA’s are usually an indicator of best original song and best original score for Golden Globe and Oscar nominations—all five HMMA score nominees last year were also nominated for the corresponding Golden Globe awards.

Cooke introduced California Girls Rock ’n’ Roll to a full house at BritWeek’s 10th anniversary concert in

By Kitty Luo Cheryl Boone Isaacs was re-elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Tuesday by the organization’s board of governors.

As head of CBI Enterprises, Inc., Boone Isaacs consults on film marketing efforts for such films as The Call, The Artist, The King’s Speech, Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire, Spider-Man 2 and Tupac: Resurrection.

Not only does she serve as a trustee of the American Film Institute, but also as an adjunct professor at Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, from which she received an honorary doctor of arts degree in May. The Southern Christian Leadership Conference of Southern California also honored her with the 2016 “Rosa Parks Humanitarian Award.”

Serving previously as president of theatrical marketing for New Line Cinema, Boone Isaacs oversaw many box-office successes, including Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me and Rush Hour.

Before joining New Line, she orchestrated publicity campaigns for Best Picture winners Forrest Gump and Braveheart for Paramount, where she was executive VP of worldwide publicity.

Boone Isaacs will serve her fourth term as president and her 24th year as a governor representing the Public Relations Branch.

Steve Cooke

May. He describes his music style as a marriage of blues, rock, Americana and acoustic music. Vocal influences include late-’60s and early-‘70s English rock singers.

With its acoustic 12-string opening and chorus driven by his electric 12string Gibson Les Paul, Cooke’s latest hit conjures up visions of driving along PCH. The song is available on iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby.

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they decide not to make an arrest.

“A serious question arises as to the completeness of the agency’s assistance involving serious allegations of domestic violence by a high ranking public figure. Public access to this information is also important to assess whether special treatment was afforded a public official with substantial decision-making power and influence over police department budgetary matters,” said Carollo.

Carollo is a freelance journalist based in Colorado who specializes in computer-assisted reporting, Freedom of Information Act, public records, the military and long-term investigative projects. Sources tell the Courier that he has also requested files on former Police Chief Dave Snowden and former Mayor Barry Brucker.

The suit claims that in a declaration filed by Mirisch in 2012, he said his wife called the BHPD at the end of 2009 alleging violence. It also claims that Magdalena Mirisch’s declarations filed in their divorce proceedings, “recount numerous other instances of alleged abuse,” which resulted in the court issuing a temporary restraining order against Mirisch that was discharged in Jan. 2012.

Carollo’s suit claims that the City returned only “skeletal incident reports” for his CPRA request and an “Incident Report,” “which contained no details about the agency’s response, the factual circumstances surrounding the crime or incident, or the injuries sustained.

Cheryl Boone Isaacs

Also elected to officer positions by the board were Jeffrey Kurkland as first VP; John Bailey, Kathleen Kennedy and Nancy Utley as VPs; Jim Gianopulos as treasurer; and David Rubin as secretary.

This will be Rubin’s and Utley’s first officer positions, while Bailey, Gianopulos, Kennedy and Kurkland were reelected to their previous posts.

Academy board members may serve a maximum of three consecutive three-year terms, while officers may serve up to four consecutive one-year terms in any office.

Additionally, the caller’s name was redacted from both reports, though the statute allows for such withholding only upon the request of the victim. See Cal. Gov’t Code §6254(f)(2).”

In an e-mail, Carollo told the Courier: In this case, according to the Beverly Hills Police Department, five units were dispatched to the home of current Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch in February 2010. At the time, Mirisch was a city council member, a position that gave him significant influence over the city’s police department.

The BHPD incident report cites the reason for the call as Penal Code 273.5, which is corporal injury to spouse, a felony.

Did the BHPD investigate this alleged abuse by Mirisch as it should have? They’re not providing the records that could answer that question. In response to my public records request and several follow-ups, the department failed to provide any of the investigative records that are typically produced in cases such as this.

Either BHPD didn’t investigate the alleged spousal abuse or they are improperly withholding the records.

The public has a right to know which it is.

Mirisch and his former wife were married in 2006 and purchased property in Beverly Hills in 2007. They were divorced in 2013, and Magdalena has recently remarried. City Attorney Laurence Weiner said that he could not comment on the case.

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HOW DO Y O U

F E E L ?

APLA Health Unveils New Name, Logo, Website APLA Health has announced a new name, logo, and website, www.aplahealth.org.

The new brand brings together both AIDS Project Los Angeles and APLA Health & Wellness under one umbrella and reaffirms the agencies’ commitment to comprehensive medical, dental and behavioral health care services to lowincome LGBT people regardless of their HIV status, as well as support services for those living with HIV. APLA Health now provides 20 different services to more than 14,000 people annually from 15 locations throughout L.A. County.

APLA Health focuses on addressing the health disparities the LGBT community, particularly LGBT people of color, experience, including higher rates of depression and anxiety, substance use, and HIV. The organization provides culturally competent medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management, health education and HIV prevention, and STD screening and treatment.

APLA Health also provides assistance to those living with HIV, including housing support services, benefits counseling, home health care, and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries, which operate from eight locations throughout the county.

Red Cross Seeking Blood Donors The American Red Cross is seeking donations of all blood types and platelets to meet summertime demands.

Local dates, times and locations of blood drives include: • Mondays, Aug. 8 and 15, 2-8 p.m., American Red Cross Santa Monica Chapter, 1450 11th St. • Friday, Aug 12, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Culver City Toyota, 9077 Washington Blvd.

• Monday, Aug. 15, 12:30-6:30 p.m., Studio City Library, 12511 Moorpark St. To schedule an appointment to donate, use the free Blood Donor App at redcrossblood.org or call 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).

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

UCLA Medical Center Ranked Nation’s 5th Best Hospital, 3 SoCal Providence Centers Recognized UCLA Medical Center, with hospitals in Westwood and Santa Monica, ranked fifth in the nation this week on U.S. News and World Report’s Best Hospitals Honor Roll, a slight drop from last year when it tied for third.

The Mayo Clinic topped the list, followed by the Cleveland Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital and Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore.

The Honor Roll highlights 20 hospitals out of nearly 5,000 nationwide for their expertise in treating the most challenging patients in at least six medical specialties.

Now in their 27th year, the rankings help guide patients to hospitals that deliver outstanding care across 25 specialties, procedures and conditions. The Best Hospitals methodologies include objective measures such as patient survival, the number of times a given procedure is performed, infection rates and adequacy of nurse staffing.

“By any measure, UCLA Health delivers the highest quality care available,” said Johnese Spisso, president of UCLA Health.

“We are honored to be recognized

for long-standing excellence in care, provided by our team with commitment and compassion to patients from not only L.A., but around the world.”

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center placed 17th on the list.

UCLA was rated the top hospital in California and the L.A. metro area, earning national rankings in 15 adult and 10 children’s specialties. Its geriatrics program ranked second nationally, while its urology program was rated third and its ophthalmology program was fifth.

Three Providence medical centers in the LA. area were recognized as high performing in a total of eight specialties.

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills was honored in diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery, geriatrics, pul-

monology and urology; Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica was recognized for treating congestive heart failure and in performing knee and hip replacements; and Providence Tarzana Medical Center for excelling in geriatrics.

“This recognition shows the expertise of our care teams in a wide range of specialties at Providence hospitals,” said Lanny Eason, M.D., chief medical officer, Providence Southern California. “Our clinicians strive for this clinical excellence in delivering care for our patients through their skills, patient education, care coordination, technology and patient-centered outcomes.”

For the L.A. area, UCLA and Cedars-Sinai topped the list of best hospitals, followed by Keck Medical Center of USC, Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, UC Irvine Medical Center, Hoag Memorial Hospital in Newport Beach and St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton.

Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills and St. Joseph Hospital in Orange finished in a three-way tie for eighth-best hospital in the area. – City News Service

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about the health and safety of students.

“Experts did not find any difference between the air being breathed by the students, and the air quality found generally in the surrounding community at large,” he wrote. “To be clear, there has never been a specific finding that the operation of the Venoco facility has affected student, staff or community health.”

Board President Howard Goldstein confirmed to the Courier that both the BHHS oil well and the adjacent hot and cold water distribution plant, which is operated by Veolia in Century City, are being constantly monitored. Thus, providing Halfon with “evidence” to

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See www.beverlyhills.org for campaign funding information,” displayed in accordance with the California Political Reform Act. On ads which require a disclaimer, in 8-point type (vs. 15-point, which is what the ordinance required) the following disclaimer is required by the State’s California Political Reform Act: “An initiative measure to amend the Beverly Hilton Specific Plan to combine the 8 story Wilshire condominium building with the 18 story Santa Monica condominium building resulting in one 26 story building with additional height and to replace the Wilshire building with 1.7 acres of garden open space that is generally open to the public subject to reasonable restrictions determined by the property owner.”

This message will no longer be required for radio/audio under 60 seconds, for television/video/electronic media, for telephone calls live or prerecorded, for print media as the term is used in the state law – smaller than 60 square inches, or for promotional items, such as coffee cups.

The message is required on text or graphic electronic media (Internet) in 8point font.

For oversized print media, such as lawn signs, it is required in a size at least 2.5 percent the height of the advertisement in contrasting color.

The two parties released the following joint statement: “The City of Beverly Hills and Residents for The Beverly Hills Garden and Open Space Initiative agreed to settle their lawsuit over the application of the City’s campaign disclosure ordinance to political advertisements.

On July 25, 2016, Residents for The

August 5, 2016 | Page 15 demonstrate that there is not a problem is a logical impossibility in the absence of data to suggest the contrary.

“It’s like asking to prove a negative,” Goldstein explained, highlighting the lack of problematic reports that both facilties have garnered.

Venoco currently has a lease with the school district and the City to operate the BHHS oil well through Dec. 31, which district officials have agreed not to renew. Venoco, which continues to operate the City’s one remaining oil well even as it goes through bankruptcy proceedings, has pledged to fully remediate the site once its lease terminates at the end of this year.

On a daily basis, the BHHS well sucks roughly 300 barrels of crude oil from beneath the ground.

Beverly Hills Garden and Open Space Initiative filed a lawsuit in Federal Court challenging, on First Amendment grounds, the City of Beverly Hills Ordinance imposing disclosure requirements on campaign advertising beyond those required by California state law.

Rather than expend time and resources litigating the matter in court, the parties have agreed on terms of a mutually acceptable preliminary injunction that clarifies and modifies the operation of the ordinance.

The revised rules will apply to all advertisements for the November 8, 2016 Beverly Hills ballot measure election — both for and against the proposed initiative. After the election, the City will work with all Beverly Hills residents to revise the City’s campaign advertising ordinance.

This settlement does not affect the legal challenge brought in state court challenging the City’s proposed ballot question relating to the Beverly Hills Garden and Open Space Initiative.”

According to their joint statement, following the election, the City is to work with Beverly Hills residents to revise the campaign disclosure ordinance.

Judge James Chalfant has been named to hear the state lawsuit filed last week, which addresses the actual ballot language on the Initiative Question. In addition, Vice Mayor Nancy Krasne is expected to file a writ to block the submission of the argument against the initiative by Mayor John Mirisch, on the grounds that he has written it on behalf of the entire City Council. Vice Mayor Krasne has stated publicly that she will neither support nor oppose the project.

Councilmember Lili Bosse has also stated that she will not support or oppose the project, but has not joined the writ.

NOTICE OF COMMISSION VACANCIES The Beverly Hills City Council is seeking qualified candidates to fill vacancies on the following Commissions: DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION – One Vacancy RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION – One Vacancy Deadline to apply for both Commissions: September 2, 2016 For more information on the Commission positions, please visit the City’s website at www.beverlyhills.org or call the City Clerk’s Office at (310) 285-2400.

BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk

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winning architect Richard Meier the project included two residential towers on the property and was approved by the city council when Brucker was mayor in 2008.

Wanda’s One Beverly Hills project, if approved, will include 193 condominiums and a 134-room luxury boutique hotel.

Brucker left office in 2014 and then became a registered lobbyist in October, 2015 for the One Beverly Hills project.

Beverly Hills City Attorney Laurence Weiner told the Courier that Brucker had asked him when the City’s revolving door policy restrictions against lobbying would expire. “Mr. Brucker asked me about the

expiration of the 30 month prohibition on lobbying. We did not discuss his participation in the Wanda project.”

Gary Winuk manages the Sacramento office of the Kaufman Legal Group. He joined the practice last year after serving as Chief of the Enforcement Division at the Fair Political Practices Commission from 2009-2015.

He currently focuses on providing campaign and governmental ethics advice to candidates, elected officials, ballot measure campaigns and other political entities. He is a recognized expert in the field and gives frequent lectures and media commentary on these issues, in addition to serving as an Adjunct Professor on campaign and ethics issues at the

McGeorge School of Law, according to his firm’s website.

Former mayors frequently attend planning commission hearings as lobbyists and often have good relationships with commissioners and City staffers, formed over years of working together. They bring institutional knowledge, personal experience and working relationships with commissioners and staff to their job.

Residents often report feeling outgunned when they appear to protest development and its affects on their own neighborhood.

“Having former public officials be compensated to continue work on a project they voted for is unconscionable,” wrote Winuk. “It raises questions of whether their initial

vote was made in order to ‘feather their nest’ for the future. It also raises questions of undue influence when a former elected official comes back to lobby their former colleagues. It makes the whole process tainted and destroys public trust in their government.”

Winuk did not reveal who his clients are except to say that he wrote on behalf of himself and “individual City of Beverly Hills residents.”

“The ordinances only provide for a single remedy when such a violation occurs: rejection of any contract, approval, permit or transaction related to any such violation,” said the letter.

Weiner responded that, “Mr. Winuk is not correct. The lobbying ordinance does not mandate that a project be denied. Instead, whenever a City official or former elected official violates the restrictions of Title I, Article 9, the code permits the City Council to deny the project. The Council has discretion to evaluate the significance of the violation.”

Eric W. Rose, spokesperson for Wanda Beverly Hills Properties, LLC, said, "It is disappointing that an anonymous opponent of the One Beverly Hills project would seek to

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(Original Plan). In addition to the existing hotel, the Original Plan authorizes two residential buildings, the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, conference facilities, accessory structures and landscaped open space.

In 2016, a petition was circulated and signed by the requisite number of voters to place an initiative on the ballot to amend that Original Plan.

Among other changes, this amended plan (Initiative) would combine the two residential buildings into one building with additional height, and create a private garden generally open to the public.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS. The Original Plan authorizes two residential buildings totaling 110 residential units. One is an 8 story building (101 feet) at the Merv Griffin/Wilshire corner. The second is an 18 story building (218 feet) at the Merv Griffin/Santa Monica corner.

The Initiative combines these two residential buildings into one 26 story (345 feet) tower at the Merv Griffin/Santa Monica corner. It also adds 10 “accessory staff rooms” to the 110 approved residential units. The accessory staff rooms will be no greater than 500 square feet each and will not have kitchen facilities.

OPEN SPACE. The Original Plan includes a Sculpture Garden and Subtropical Garden as open space at the Merv Griffin/Wilshire corner.

These gardens occupy approximately 1.25 acres. The Initiative replaces these gardens and the 8 story building

BEVERLY HILLS besmirch the good reputation of Mayor Brucker for its own purposes. We find it highly suspect when a letter from an attorney in Sacramento, who is refusing to identify his client, sends a letter that is both factually and legally incorrect against the only major development project in Beverly Hills that is following the City’s environmental review process."

The Hilton said they had no involvement Winuk. “This issue was raised by the City Council several weeks ago and has nothing to do with The Beverly Hilton. Mr. Winuk does not represent Hilton or Oasis West,” said Marie Garvey, spokesman for Residents for the Beverly Hills Garden & Open Space Initiative.

The two projects have a common boundary of Santa Monica Boulevard, Wilshire Boulevard and Merv Griffen Way. Brucker stepped down from his lobbying position last month after it was brought up at a City Council meeting by Vice Mayor Nancy Krasne. The City is preparing an ordinance that would prohibit elected officials from lobbying for a period of four years.

Mr. Winuk and Mr. Brucker did not return phone calls and emails to The Courier.

with no less than 1.7 acres of private garden generally open to the public, subject to reasonable restrictions determined by the property owner. Across the entire site, the total ground level open space increases from 3.28 acres in the Original Plan to 3.89 acres in the Initiative.

C O N F E R E N C E / H OT E L FACILITIES. The Original Plan authorizes a two-story Conference Center (41 feet) along Wilshire Boulevard. The Initiative replaces that Center with a one story “Conference/Hotel Facilities Addition” (22 feet) that contains meeting rooms, a restaurant, and ancillary hotel uses. It moves the hotel pool for the Beverly Hilton to the roof of this addition. Pool amenities may be 18 feet above the roof for total height of 40 feet.

DESIGN REVIEW. The Original Plan requires the developer to obtain design approvals from the City’s Architectural Commission. The Initiative removes the Architectural Commission’s discretion and requires the Commission to approve any final designs that substantially conform to the Initiative.

WATER. To reduce the project’s water demands, the Original Plan requires all new buildings to be served by a “graywater system.”

The Initiative requires collection of graywater from new buildings; but it only requires graywater to be used on gardens and landscaping.

A YES vote on the measure implements the Initiative.

A NO vote on the measure leaves the Original Plan in place.

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• • • • • Dance Downtown continues with a program of salsa from 7-11 p.m. today at the Music Center Plaza, 135 N. Grand Ave. The family friendly event include an open-air dance floor with beginning dance lessons.

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A peak inside artist David DiMichele's “cabinet.”

Cabinet of Curiosities, an original installation of mysterious worlds created by L.A.based artists and viewed by visitors through peepholes, opens Saturday, Aug. 6 in the Grand Waiting Room at Union Station, 800 N. Alameda St. An open-to-the-public reception with the artists—Tanya Brodsky, David DiMichele, Ashley Hagen, Noel Korten, Keith Lord, Cecilia Miniucchi and Andre Yi—will be from 3-6 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 7.

Curated by Carl Berg and part of Union Station’s first-ever summer entertainment series, the exhibit runs through Aug. 31. For more information, visit Unionstationla.com.

• • • • • The world premiere of Filipino playwright Felix Racelis’

Muni Zano, Sarnica Lim and Tita Pambid in As Straw Before The Wind.

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A Straw Before The Wind, opens for a four-weekend run at 8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13 at The Ruby Theatre at The Complex, 6476 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood.

The play tells the story of a Filipina nurse, Nene Santos, who survives the trauma of World War II, only to discover that her war is not yet over.

Performances will be at 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m., Sunday through Sept. 4.

Tickets are $20 and available by calling 800-838-3006 or at http://strawbefore.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, visit www.strawbeforewind.com.

• • • • • La Senora Research Institute will present Tango On A Summer’s Eve at 7:45 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 20 at its 1928 adobe hacienda, 565 Dryad Road, Santa Monica.

Tinto Tango Quartet will provide the entertainment followed by refreshments and a chance to learn the dance.

Tickets are $60 and include a 7 p.m. tour of the grounds, once the home of famed Mexican tenor Jose Mojica.

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Oliver is a 5-year-old, purebred Havense surrendered by his owners. Shelter Hope Pet Shop is helping give this lover boy a second chance at a happy home.To adopt him, contact Shelter Hope at 805-379-3538. For more information visit www.shelterhopepetshop.org

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KCET Doc Celebrates Olympics KCET will air Bud Greenspan Remembers: The 1984 Olympic Games, with the journalist reflecting on the historic games, at 9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12.

The film highlights the summer games in L.A., held amid global tensions with the Soviet Union and Cuba boycotting the event. Romania defied the boycott and participated, as did the Republic of China.

As host county, the United States led all countries in total gold medals received, including accolades for Carl Lewis, Valerie Brisco-Hooks, Mary Lou Retton, Edwin Moses, Joan Benoit-Samuelson and many others.

Greenspan was internation-

ally known for his humanistic approach to Olympic filmmaking earning eight Emmys, a Peabody and the Olympic Order, the International Olympic Committee’s highest award.

In 2004 he was inducted into the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame as a special contributor.

KCET has also created an immersive web hub, KCET.org/Olympics to showcase the comprehensive multimedia content that has been produced around the Olympics and the international event’s relationship to Los Angeles.

Topics include “The First Ever Olympic Village in L.A,” “Eating L.A.: Olympic Style” and “Saving L.A.’s Olympic Murals One At A Time.”

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NEW TURF – As the Husky Nation gears up to return to school this month, along with a brand new classroom building, Horace Mann students will also be greeted with a brand new synthetic turf playfield, which was unveiled this week. The all new turf field is Horace Mann purple and will be used for various sporting events.

Beverly Hills Sets Signup Dates For Adult Fall Basketball, Flag Football Leagues Registration will open in early August for Beverly Hills’ adult fall basketball and flag football leagues.

Fall Basketball Registration Monday, Aug. 8 @ midnight – Beverly Hills residents and Beverly Hills business teams (new and returning).

Tuesday, Aug. 9 @ midnight – Returning non-resident teams.

Registration opens at midnight Aug. 10 and closes Aug. 11 at 5 p.m. for new and non-resident teams.

A team manager’s meeting is set for Thursday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. in the Roxbury Park Community Center. Team rosters will be due at this meeting.

League play will begin the week of Aug. 29.

Flag Football Registration Monday, Aug. 15 @ midnight – Beverly Hills residents and Beverly Hills business teams (new or returning).

Tuesday, Aug. 16 @ midnight – Returning non-resident teams.

Registration for new and non-resident teams opens at midnight Aug. 17 and closes at 5 p.m. on Aug. 18.

A team manager’s meeting is set for Tuesday, Aug. 30 at 7 p.m. in the Roxbury Park Community Center. Team rosters will be due at this meeting.

League play will begin the week of Sept. 11.

To register, visit www.beverlyhills.org/bhregonline.

For more information on Beverly Hills adult sports leagues, visit www.beverlyhillsadultsports.org.

RED SOX – The Beverly Hills Little League (BHLL) Red Sox won the BHLL Minors Division championship last month with a thrilling come-from-behind win in the championship game. Pictured: Nicolas Biscotto, Edward Davis, Jared Dunn, Andres Fuentes, Julian Medwin, Asher Miller, Cameron Park, Joseph Rendon, Tyler Saul, J. Tyler Yeber and Alan Zerman. Not pictured: Kenta Mihara.

Coaches were Lenny Dunn, Thomas Park, Emil Fuentes and G. Rendon. For more information on Beverly Hills Little League, visit www.bhll.net

Clippers Eye West L.A. For New Arena

By Matt Lopez Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is believed to be eyeing potential sites in West L.A. to build a new arena for the Clippers, ESPN reported last Wednesday.

“One NBA source said that an area that piques the franchise’s interest is Los Angeles’ west side,” ESPN’s Kevin Anovitz stated.

Along with the Lakers and Kings, the Clippers have been co-tenants of Staples Center, owned and operated by Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG), since it opened during the 1999-2000 season.

The Clippers agreed to a 10-year lease extension in January 2013 which will keep the team in Staples Center until June 2024.

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

Sela Ward

Astrology

Michael Libow

by Holiday Mathis

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Aug. 5).

You’ll manage your fears, take a leap and make a change this month. In September you’ll win a contest. December brings the chance to team up with friends for fun and profit. The end of a term will come in 2017 and you’ll be free to launch into a new adventure by March.

Dividends will come in August.

Capricorn and Aquarius adore you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). If you can travel, do it. If you can’t, then reading, movies or high-quality conversations with people who’ve lived in places foreign to you will work almost as well to ignite passion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

When you understand your own feelings, you understand the feelings of others. Taking a moment to ponder your own emotions this evening will help you be a good friend later this month.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The people you know expect you to behave in a particular way, but you’re in a mood to try something new. This will be much easier to

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pull off in a crowd that doesn’t know you yet.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

You’ve given a super-star performance, and ready for a break.

When the attention is diverted from you, you’ll consider it a pleasant change and a chance to relax.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

You see no harm in making another person feel good, even if it means laying it on a bit thick with compliments that aren’t exactly well-deserved. Of course, the closer you can stick to the truth, the better.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). A lot of workers never get thanked for their contributions. So when you turn this around by acknowledging those who help you, you build confidence, morale and loyalty at once.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

Empathy is the first step. Then again, what's the point of knowing how another person is feeling if you don't know what to do about it? Don't worry. You'll learn from others today and gain emotional intelligence points.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). You're in an action-oriented mood so you'll set goals and look for ways

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to keep doing better. You're committed to taking initiative. You have no idea how inspiring you are to those around you.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). Pursue what you need if you know what that is. If not, let your feelings teach you as they pull you in surprising ways. They are trying to clue you in to what might lead to joy and fulfillment.

TAURUS (Apr/ 20-May 20). You have experience in controlled chaos and will be the one in charge of looking out for your people while they try to complete a mission, have a little fun and/or get inspired. Your awareness will make all the difference.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your beliefs are essential to your daily actions, habits, attitudes. Have you figured out which one is getting in your way? Poke around in your own systems and thoughts.

Bring your beliefs into question.

One needs to go.

CANCER (June 22-July 22).

Review the last four weeks. What worked and what didn't? There's a chance to quickly and easily step out of an arrangement that's simply not going to get you where you want to be.

Eliza Manchester

Dustin Hoffman

BIRTHDAYS—Marilyn Heller, Loni Anderson, John Saxon and Erika Slezak (Aug. 5); Dodo Gayle and Dorian Harewood (Aug. 6); Michael Libow, Norman Beck, Charlize Theron, David Duchovny, Laura Cantrell, and Mickey Kantor (Aug. 7); Richard Anderson, Keith Carradine, Dustin Hoffman, Richard Rosenzweig, Connie Stevens, Peter Weir and Ann Lund (Aug. 8); Sam Elliott, and Melanie Griffith (Aug. 9); Lee Smalley, Rosanna Arquette, and Patti Austin (Aug. 10); Dorothy Richberg, Eric Carmen, Steve Wozniak, and Sela Ward (Aug. 11); and belatedly Eliza Manchester (Aug. 4).

Frances Allen

Desert Roundup

Thanks to the Courier’s online edition, this column enjoys an international readership. I am often asked by residents of cooler climes what do we do in the summer to survive heat that often exceeds 110 degrees on consecutive days, if not the occasional week or two.

Alice from Birmingham (England) emailed asking what it had been like surviving here a couple hundred years ago, and were there permanent residents of the Desert way back then? The answer is yes, there were permanent residents from various tribes living in what is now the Coachella Valley for centuries. But, much like today’s residents, they got away from the valley floor during the summer.

Yesteryear’s residents made their way up into the surrounding mountains where temperatures were cooler and clean water was abundant. When it was time to return to the desert floor, the Native Americans chose to live around a palm tree shaded oasis where it was a few degrees cooler and cool water still flowed down from the San Jacinto Mountains.

chose to live around a palm tree shaded oasis where it was The presence of running water was essential to life in the Coachella Valley and played a big part in providing early refrigeration. Water was kept cool by putting in anolla (an unglazed ceramic jar) and hanging it from a nearby tree.

Refrigeration was also provided by a frame made of burlap that they dripped water onto allowing the process of evaporation to keep whatever was placed inside cool. Burlapdraped windows served the same purpose.

Even adobe had a special purpose in the Desert–making thick-walled structures, some of which remain today.

Now, we have proper refrigeration, of course, but a major portion of our population still heads out-of-town following in the footsteps of earlier Desert settlers.

So, nothing changes. The goal remains the same. Only today Desert residents leave for Joan Mangum the summer in fuel-guzzling is traveling.

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Here, under the tall, swaying palm trees and rocky outcrops of a natural oasis, guests enjoy an elegant treat of cocktails and dinner, plus native performing artists, silent and live auctions. Proceeds help fund museum exhibitions, educational programs and cultural fests.

To learn how to become a part of this unique cultural experience, call 760-833-817.

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2016 National Night Out

On Tuesday evening, City residents descended upon Rexford Drive to meet the Beverly Hills Police & Fire Departments and learn about living a safe life during National Night Out, an event that hundreds of communities across the country stage. Beverly Hills’ event showcased the various units of the City police and fire departments, the Health and Safety Commission, and City emergency management units, among other things. Attendees could take a ride in an earthquake simulator, sit on a police motorcycle, learn how to operate a fire extinguisher, learn the basics of CPR, and meet police dogs. Dogtown Dogs, Baby’s Badass Burgers, and Sprinkles Cupcakes provided food for this fun and informative event.

Assemblyman Richard Bloom presents Beverly Hills with a proclamation. Pictured (from left): Police Chief Sandra Spagnoli, Vice Mayor Nancy Krasne, Bloom, Fire Chief Ralph Mundell, Health & Safety Commission Chair Lisa Kay Schwartz and City Manager Mahdi Aluzri.

Photo by Kate MacCary

Visitors lined Rexford Drive outside the Beverly Hills police and fire stations. Photo by Reggie Sully

Evyn Weiss, BHPD Officer Ann Marie Lunsman, and Zyva Weiss.

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Courier President & Publisher Marcia Hobbs, Police Chief Sandra Beverly Hills Firefighters demonstrated fire safety techSpagnoli and Assistant City Manager George Chavez. niques.

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An on-site earthquake simulator allowed visitors the Monique Winans, Miranda and Marvin Winans III (on the bike) chance to practice life-saving emergency techniques.

Photo by Kate MacCary with BHPD officer Mike Yamada.

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BHPD Sgt. Scott Dowling. Photo by Reggie Sully

Dr. Jana Kohl with her 2-year-old twins Jack and Orin Kohl, with BHPD officer Julian Reyes.

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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016179677 The following is/are doing business as: ALAWLESSWORLD 6551 E. 72nd St. #6, Paramount, CA 90723; Nashaun Ferzell Washington 6551 E. 72nd St. #6, Paramount, CA 90723; Roxanne Nadine Sutphen 6551 E. 72nd St. #6, Paramount, CA 90723; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein July 2016: Nashaun Ferzell Washington, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 18, 2016; Published: July 22, 29, August 05, 12, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016176359 The following is/are doing business as: 1) WORLD WATER WAREHOUSE 2) WORLD WATER BRANDS 13908-3/4 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423; Maximillian Nechita 13908-3/4 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Maximillian Nechita, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 14, 2016; Published: July 22, 29, August 05, 12, 2016 LACC N/C ––––––

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016176358 The following is/are doing business as: 1) MORNING STAR CANDLES CO. 2) LOVE AT FIRST LIGHT 13908-3/4 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423; Maximillian Nechita 13908-3/4 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Maximillian Nechita, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 14, 2016; Published: July 22, 29, August 05, 12, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016182230 The following is/are doing business as: 1) KFT CAPITAL 2) EMPIRE 3) EMPIRE ASSET MANAGER 4) EMPIRE ASSET MANAGER PROFESSIONAL 5) EAM 6) EAM PROFESSIONAL 8425 W. 4th St., Los Angeles, CA 90048; KFT Ventures, LLC 8245 W. 4th St., Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2016: Robert Kasirer, Manager: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 21, 2016; Published: July 29, August 05, 12, 19, 2016 LACC N/C

–––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016182224 The following is/are doing business as: ELEVEN SIX 9190 W. Olympic Blvd. #339, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Soraya Setareh 9190 W. Olympic Blvd. #339, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Soraya Setareh, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 21, 2016; Published: July 29, August 05, 12, 19, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016182225 The following is/are doing business as: MILK & HONEY MUSIC 6100 Wilshire Blvd. #1560, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 79 Main St. #308, Port Washington, NY 11050; Executioners Los Angeles, LLC 6100 Wilshire Blvd. #1560, Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Lucas J. Keller, Managing Member: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 21, 2016; Published: July 29, August 05, 12, 19, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2016182227 The following is/are doing business as: 1) CORPORATE FINANCIAL SERVICES 2) ACCOMODATION SERVICES, LTD 9701 W. Pico Blvd. #115, Los Angeles, CA 90035; PM Factors, Inc. 9701 W. Pico Blvd. #115, Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Stephen Perl, Manager: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 21, 2016; Published: July 29, August 05, 12, 19, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016182226 The following is/are doing business as: IDEA USA 5250 W. Century Blvd. 6th Flr., Los Angeles, CA 90045; US Products, Inc. 9701 W. Pico Blvd. 1st Flr., Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 01, 2016: Stephen Perl, Manager: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 21, 2016; Published: July 29, August 05, 12, 19, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016182228 The following is/are doing business as: QURK 442 S. Rexford Dr. #101, Beverly Hills, CA 90212;

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Michael Deven Martin 442 S. Rexford Dr. #101, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Michael Deven Martin, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 21, 2016; Published: July 29, August 05, 12, 19, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016182229 The following is/are doing business as: MGI INVESTMENTS 10861 Moorpark St. #113, Studio City, CA 91602; Theingi Cossar 10861 Moorpark St. #113, Studio City, CA 91602; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Theingi Cossar, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: July 21, 2016; Published: July 29, August 05, 12, 19, 2016 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2016182231 The following is/are doing business as: JB GENERAL CONTRACTORS 1160 S. Swall Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Jack Benisty 1160 S. Swall Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein July 1985: Jack

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PUBLIC NOTICES Trustee Sale No. : 00000005964424 Title Order No.: 730-160370270 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/18/2003.

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. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/28/2003 as Instrument No. 03 2134982 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: SHAHRIAR YOUSEFIA, R A M E S H SHAMOILZADEH, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, C A S H I E R ' S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 09/07/2016 TIME OF SALE: 11:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 . STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 220 SOUTH WETHERLY DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90211 APN#: 4331-027-033 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 $132,971.55. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of

Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-758-8052 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.homesearch.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005964424.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: XOME 800-758-8052 www.homesearch.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT C O L L E C TO R ATTE M PTI N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP

as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 07/25/2016 NPP0287746 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 08/05/2016, 08/12/2016, 08/19/2016 —————————— APN: 4332-010-015 T.S. No.: 2016-1411 Order No.: 8636456 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERENCED BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPY PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/10/2015.

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 of national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express 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. Trustor: SPREI CA1, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Duly Appointed Trustee: S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Deed of Trust recorded 06/15/2015 as Instrument No. 20150703270, in book XX, page, XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California. Date of Sale: 08/12/2016 Time: 11:00 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CALIFORNIA

91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other reasonable estimated charges: $1,670,962.45.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 463 SOUTH SWALL DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 AKA 463 S SWALL DR., BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211-3604 A.P.N.: 4332-010-015.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

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

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

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855)986-9342, or visit this Internet Web site www.superiordefault.com using the file number assigned to this case 2016-1411. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 07/14/2016.

S.B.S. TRUST DEED NET-

WORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION. 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106, Westlake Village, California, 91362 (818)991-4600.

By: Colleen Irby, Trustee Sale Officer.

WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (07/22/16, 07/29/16, 08/05/16 TS#-2016-1411 SDI-22867) —————————— TSG No.: 8611970 TS No.: CA1600272312 FHA/VA/PMI No.: 6000631980 APN: 5531023-034 Property Address: 1037 NORTH VISTA STREET #203 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90046 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/11/2009.

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. On 08/04/2016 at 10:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 03/19/2009, as Instrument No. 20090393329, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of California.

Executed by: ALEKSANDR MILGRAM AND VALENTINA RYABINA, TRUSTEE OF THE MILGRAM AND RYABINA LIVING TRUST, DATED APRIL 28, 2006, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, C A S H I E R ' S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 5531-023-034 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1037 NORTH VISTA STREET #203, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90046 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

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NO: 16A01185 NOTICE TO DEFENDANTS: PATRICIA KENNEDY, an individual and DOES 1 through 10, inlusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: SHAFRON & KAMMER, LLP NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

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

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

The name and address of the court is: LA Superior Court - North Valley District 9425 Penfield, Chatsworth, CA 91311 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: Shelly Jay Sharfon, Esq. SHAFRON & KAMMER, LLP 16255 Ventura Blvd. Ste 1240. Encino, CA 91436 DATE: JANUARY 26, 2016 By: Sherri R. Carter, Clerk - Natasha Chambers, Deputy Beverly Hills Courier • Published 07/22/16, 07/29/16, 08/04/16, 08/12/16

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 $390,936.26. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located.

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

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

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed

one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/proper tySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1600272312 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Date: First American Title Insurance Company 1500 Solana Blvd Bldg 6 Ste 6100 Westlake, TX 76262 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)9390772 NPP0286416 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 07/15/2016, 07/22/2016, 07/2916.

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Marble entry, fireplace, wet-bar, granite counter tops,Three big balconies w/beautiful south view and 2 car valet parking.

$5,500/MO.

Contact Julie at 310/474-7565

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PENTHOUSE

1 BDRM + LRG LOFT Newly Remodeled. + BONUS RM + 2 BA. 2,200sf., hrwd. flrs., a/c,

120 1 20 S. S. ORLANDO ORL ANDO AVE. AV A VE. 90048 90048 BRAND NEW LUXURY APARTMENTS FOR RENT

stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer, walkin, closets, secured bldg., elevator, 2-prkg. $4,600/Month

440 UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

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Granite Counters. Stainless Steel Appliances. Huge Living Room Move-In Condition

CENTURY PARK EAST 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

$6,500/MONTH High Floor. New Renovation Large Balcony. Unobstructed City & Ocean Views. Luxurious Furniture Complete linens & kitchen Granite Counters. European Kitchen Housekeeping Service.

All utilities included

1 BED+DEN+2 BATHS

$3,650/MONTH High Corner.Large Balcony Unobstructed City & Ocean Views Wrap around floor to ceiling Windows. Granite Counters Bamboo Floors. Updated Baths

PARK PLACE

Central Air-Conditioning New Carpet & Paint Refrig - Washer - Dryer

School District.

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$4,550/MONTH Balcony. New Appliances Vaulted Ceiling. Walk-in Closet Washer Dryer

Available for immediate move in. Open house ever y day from 11am to 5pm, call before heading over.

www.rentwiseman.com • 310-473-3000

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• 310/246-0290 • Carpet w/ laminate entry. • • • • • • Spacious, pool, sauna, Spacious, hardwood flrs., CLOSE TO gated, elevator, central huge closets, built-in S H O P S & D I N I N G air, prkg., marble lobby. a/c, dishwasher, pool, 1259 S. Camden Dr. elevator, controlled Border of 310/849-3858 access, laundry BEVERLY HILLS facilities. No pets.

321 S. Sherbourne Dr. 424/343-0015

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Apartment For Rent

$2,650 to $4,500/mo.

BEVERLY HILLS 2 BDRM, 2 BATH

PARK PLACE $4,000 to $5,495/mo.

9520 W. Olympic Blvd. $2,600/Month No Pets

CENTURY TOWERS $5,750 to $8,900/mo.

CENTURY HILL

Completely Remodeled New Bath/Granite-Kit/ Dwash/Stove/Carpet Central Air Conditioning Security-Gate/Parking Two Tandem Parking

$5,850 to $6,200/mo.

LE PARC $7,800/mo.

ONE CENTURY $17,900 to $19,000/mo.

For Lease See our Ad Sec. 270

8544 BURTON WAY

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CENTURY PARK EAST

Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, Pet PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns.

$3,100/MO. Shown By Appointment.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $3795 3 BEDROOMS starting at $4250

218 S. Tower Dr. • • • • • • • • • •• $4,150/Month Beverly Hills Call 310/273-6770 • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •• • 2 Bd. 2 Ba. • Call 323/933-9544 or 213/444-8865 + •• • Apt For Rent •• ————— • • 329 South Doheny • • BEVERLY HILLS APT —————–––– Old World Charm! •French doors in bdrm. to • Drive Apt #1 • 3 Bd.+3 Ba. • $4,600 Bright, intercom entry, patio overlooking pool • 3 Bed/ 2 Bath • Great Condition • Breathtaking Views fridge, stove, laundry fac. • GORGEOUS UNITS • Spacious, Bright, New Bright Southwest Bright/Airy • B.H. Adj. CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS Wood Floors, Fresh Central air, & SHOPPING. Exposure. Every room Upper 2 +2 • $2,790 310/531-3992 pool, elevator, Paint, BH Schools. has French Doors to X-lrg balcony+lrg living rm — — — — — – – – – Small Covered Balcony. on-site laundry, Contact: Ricardo Rooftop Garden BEVERLY HILLS intercom entry.

Top Floor with High Bolanos Realtor Panoramic B.H. Views 221 S. Doheny Dr. Ceilings. Beverly Hills 320 N. La Peer Dr. 661/412-2273 Private entrance.

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

• REDUCED •

PENTHOUSE

$18,000/mo.

To Advertise Your

3 Bdrm.+3 Bath

Private deck, large closets, granite counters kitchen and bathrooms, stainless BEVERLY HILLS steel appliances. Berber carpet & harwood foors, 2 BD, 3 BA. TOWNHOME 213/305-1346 $3,800/MONTH verticle blinds. Fireplace, Small Complex. Semi Private Yard Classic French Normandie WILSHIRE CORRIDOR washer & dryer in unit, 309-1/2 S Rexford Drive Secured building with • • L U XU RY • • Available Aug 1 courtyard garden view.

High Rise Condo For Lease Choice location.

CENTURY TOWERS Higher Floor - Great View Near Beverly Center, 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath $6,700/month Cedars-Sinai, Restaurants, 2 Parking Side by Side You won't believe the unobstructed Trader Joes, Etc. No Pets, breathtaking views of Century City 24hr Full Service Bldg.

Non-smoking building. and LA.. Totally renovated Pool Jacuzzi Gym Party Rm F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

BEL AIR CREST

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BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. LUXURIOUS Luxury Apt.

Call 310/721-3769 —————–––– ————— Beverly Hills Condo For Lease

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 926 S. BEDFORD ST. NEWLY REMODELED LIGHT AND BRIGHT

New Appliances, New Hardwood Floors, New Marble Bathrooms, LARGE LUXURY New Washer Dryer. 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH 3 Bedroom First floor with A/C $3,500/Mo. and 2 parking. $2,550/MO. Please Call

310/435-2145

Sam: 310/422-6026

Great Location!

————— In The HEART of BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE 170 N. Crescent Dr.

* * * * * * * 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath

1,800sf+, street views lrg kitch w/ island, new appl., washer/dryer.

* * * * * * * Large & Bright.

Pool, a/c, balcony, stove, dishwasher, laundry rm., prkg., intercom entry, elevator.

CLOSE TO SHOPS & R E S TA U R A N T S C A N O N / B E V E R LY / RODEO DR.

310/858-8133

• Spacious • 3 Bdrm. + 2 Bath Approx. 1,100sf.

• • Spacious • • Patio, dishwasher, • Jr. 1 Bdrm. • on-site laundry, parking.

•• • • C LOSE TO S CHOOL , Balcony, controlled access, a/c, stove, elevator, laundry facility, parking.

F REEWAY & T RANSPORTATION .

310/449-1100 2600 Virginia Ave.

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• 310/247-8689 • Close to Cedars-Sinai, S A N TA M O N I C A Beverly Center & North of Wilshire Trendy Robertson Bl. • CONDO QUALITY •

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 309 S. Sherbourne Dr.

1 Bd. + 1 Ba.

• • • • • •

1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba. Good closet space, a/c, elevator, dishwasher, controlled access. Close to Cedars/shops/trans.

310/247-8689

• CONDO QUALITY • 8 4 3 4 th S t . * * * * * 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

Balcony, a/c, wet bar, large closets, walk-in closet, controlled access, elevator, laundry room, parking.

Heated pool/gym/sauna.

310/394-7132 4 Blks. to Beach.

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from every window.

Hardwood flrs., pool.

Also other off-market residential (Trousedale, 310/820-8584 BHPO), commercial & 310/592-4511 • BRENTWOOD • development sites in WEST L.A. prime locations.

TOWNHOUSE 12333 TeXaS Ave. Call For Details: BRENTWOOD 872 S. Westgate Ave. 11933 Darlington Ave. Annette Wolf: = = = = = = 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Agt: 310/766-1812 ==== 1 Hardwood floors, 310/826-0541 sliding glass doors Close to shopping, to patio, parking, dining & transportation. laundry facility.

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

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• WESTWOOD •

1134 N. SYCAMORE AV.

2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

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~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Jr. Executive

Granite counters, dish- • WESTWOOD • Spacious a/c, fireplace, pool, controlled access, washer, balcony, stove, 550 Veteran Ave. laundry fac., prkg.

Bright & Sunny sliding glass doors intercom-entry, on-site • • • • • • Free WiFi Access • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. to patio, parking, laundry, parking.

Spacious, balcony, 310/473-5061 • laundry facility.

310/826-4600 large closets, hard• Single WESTWOOD 310/592-4511 wood flrs., refrigerator, ••••• 1370 Veteran Ave. WEST L.A. on-sight laundry, prkg.

Very spacious, • BRENTWOOD • 1415 Brockton Ave. granite counters, 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath 310/473-1509 •••• •• { { { { { { { Close to Shops & 125 N. Barrington Av. microwave, intercom •••• N E W LY U P D AT E D 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath entry, on-sight laun- Balcony, air conditioning Restaurants. dishwasher, controlled dry, parking & WiFi. Patio, stove, • • • • • access bldg., WiFi, dishwasher, on-sight Very close to UCLA pool, on-sight laundry, BRENTWOOD • 2 Bdrm. & Westwood Village. laundry, parking.

11640 Kiowa Ave. gym, parking. + 2 Bath • 310/208-5166 310/477-6885 C LOSE T O S HOPS • • • • Upscale, Bright, • •• • Close to U.C.L.A. Newly Updated Gorgeous & Spacious. & R ESTAURANTS .

1 Bd.+1 Ba. Hardwood floors, 2 Bd.+2 Ba.

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2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

••••••••

• • • • •

With Pool, balcony, central air, fireplace, elevator, intercom entry, parking. gym.

Balcony, dishwasher, a/c, heated pool, WiFi, elevator controlled access, on-site laundry, • 310/476-2181 • parking. Close to Close to shopping, Brentwood Village, dining & schools.

Shops & Restaurants.

• 310/826-4889 •

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• BRENTWOOD •

11988 Kiowa Ave.

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BRENTWOOD

•••••••

Single

• 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • • •••••• Fireplace, balcony,

wet bar, dishwasher, Large & Bright Unit.

Elevator, controlled laundry facility, access, on-site elevator, parking. laundry facility, Close to shops+dining. balcony, parking.

310/826-0541 Close to BRENTWOOD Brentwood Village, Shops & Restaurants.

The Carlton 11666 Goshen Ave. • 310/826-4889 •

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1 Bd.+Den+1.5 Ba. Single+1 Bath

310/479-0700

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Brentwood Village

11305 Graham Pl.

310/477-8171

* HOLLYWOOD *

* * * * * * * * * *

Newly Remodeled Great Views Great views, controlled access, balcony, elevator, lrg. pool, prkg, on-sight laundry.

H IKING IN R UNYON C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD B OWL /N IGHTLIFE .

323/467-8172

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340 S. St. Andrews Pl.

• • • • • Spacious 1 Bdrm + 1 Bath • • • • •

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1380 Midvale Ave. **CENTURY CITY** • 2220 S. Beverly Glen

Balcony, controlled access, parking, • elevator, on-site laundry.

• Close to shopping, • • great restaurants • • Character & Charm! and Metro.

Glass Fireplace 213/732-9849 Newly Remodeled.

New hardwood flrs., LAFAYETTE PARK granite counters, stainless steel appl., 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL. alcove fireplace, 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath fridge, laundry facility, •••••• gated parking, intercom Granite counter tops, stainentry, WiFi and more. less steel appliances, • 310/552-8064 • air conditioned, new Rooftop jacuzzi hrwd. flrs., designer with panoramic finishes, balcony, ceiling city views. fan, elevator, controlled CULVER CITY access. Fitness ctr, yoga room, wi-fi, skyview 3830 Vinton Ave. lounge w/ outdoor fire• • • Single • place, laundry facilities.

Easy freeway access •• • • • •• 213/382-102 1 Pool, sauna, intercom entry, elevator, on-site laundry, parking. LOS ANGELES All Utilities Paid. 401 S. HOOVER St.

V E R Y N I C E U N I T. 2nd floor, on-site laundry, covered parking, controlled access.

310/442-8265

WiFi, pool, elevator, controlled access, onsight laundry, parking.

Close to U.C.L.A.

310/473-1509

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L.A.’S FINEST, MOST LUXURIOUS WEST L.A. APT. RENTAL 1433 Armacost Ave. 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. B RIGHT & S PACIOUS .

Balcony, Dishwasher, controlled access on-sight laundry, prkg.

310/479-0700 C L O S E TO A L L SHOPPING AREAS

1422-1428 Kelton Av.

Spacious

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“The Mission” • Westwood • • • • • •

• 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

• • • • •

6-Month Lease Avail.

* * * * * * Every Extra Luxury

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310/841-2367 custom cabinets, granite 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • countertops, stone entry, • MIRACLE MILE • ~~~~~ WiFi, central air/heat, pool, health club, spa.

2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • Free WiFi Access • 615 S. Cochran Ave. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath fireplace, patio, • Single • Hardwood floors, Intercom entry, a/c, • Close to UCLA • controlled access, Controlled access, on-sight laundry, pool, elevator, parking, dishwasher, on-sight dishwasher, controlled 1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. L.A., 90024 access, WiFi, on-site laundry & parking. a/c unit, kitchenette. laundry facility.

Contact Mgr.: 323/879-9611 C L O S E TO S C H O O L laundry & parking.

310/312-9871 & F R E E WAY S C LOSE TO U.C.L.A. • 310/864-0319 • Close to Museums, Shopping & Dining in (•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

323/851-3790

• • • • • • ~ WEST ~ 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • SINGLE L O S A N G E L E S 2 Bd.+2 Ba. •• 12424 TeXaS Ave. • • • • • • • Lots of • Bachelor •

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WESTWOOD

Controlled access, laundry facility.

Utilities Included.

access, balcony, pool, elevator, laundry facility, prkg.

310/864-0319

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The Grove & Restaurants.

• • • • • • • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba.

• • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • • • • • • •

Control access, pool, dishwasher, elevator, on-site laundry and parking.

213/385-4751

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L . A . WILSHIRE CORRIDOR W E S T W O O D H O L LY W O O D 10905 Ohio Ave. The Longford 1236 Amhearst Ave. • • 1769-1775 •• Light & Bright N. Sycamore Av. • • 872 S. Westgate Ave. 2 Bdrm.+1 Bath • Spacious Units • 2 Bd.+Den+2.5 Ba. •• 2 Bd.+2 Ba. •• = = = = = = • • • • • • •• Hardwood floors, ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ Full Service Bldg.

• 1 • S i ngle •• 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath 2 Bd.+1 /2 Ba. dishwasher, on-site Breathtaking •• • B a chelor • • = = = = = = Dishwasher, a/c, Panoramic Views Wifi, Bright, controlled laundry & parking.

• BRENTWOOD • BRENTWOOD TOWNHOUSE 925 S. Barrington Ave.

BEVERLY HILLS

S E RV I C E

468 BAGS WANTED

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ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

BUY & SELL

BUY & SELL

WANTED

CHANEL, HERMES, GUCCI, PRADA AND ALL HIGH-END DESIGNER HANDBAGS

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H I L L S

Buyers and Sellers of High-End Jewelry & Watches

IN ADDITION TO

ALLIGATOR, CROCODILE AND EXOTIC SKINS. ALL NEW, USED OR VINTAGE.

TOP DOLLAR PAID Call 310/289-9561

We File &

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BUY & SELL

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2011 SUBARU OUTBACK Only 36,000 Miles Fully loaded with brand new tires.

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310/475-6884 after 10am

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CONTRACTORS

ELECTRIC

HANDY PEOPLE

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30 years of Quality service.

Big and small jobs.

Immediate Response Excellent reference.

Call Robert at

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310/430-1808

CONTRACTORS

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www.elaninnovativeconstruction.com General Building Contractor

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Barry Brucker – Separating Fact From Fiction

Chairman 2014 – Paula Kent Meehan President & Publisher – Marcia Wilson Hobbs

****** Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Stephen P. Simmons

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Whatever is going to be built by The Beverly Hilton, the Wanda Group, and wherever the Century City's Metro station is going to be located, something will be built. The tower at 10,000 Santa Monica Boulevard is nearing completion, and construction at the Westfield Century City Mall is well under way.

What we need now is something to tie it all together, something like the High Line in New York City.

How about an elevated walkway, with a ramp leading to the street level at the eastern end and connecting with the main outdoor level of Westfield Century City Mall at the western end? From Moreno Drive westward, there is an existing median strip above which the walkway could be built. East of Moreno Drive, it might hug the north side of North Santa Monica Boulevard, or perhaps cold be incorporated into the redevelopment of the commercial properties between South and North Santa Monica Boulevards.

In places, the walkway

could be wide enough to allow restaurants, retail stores, tourist services, etc. It would be planted with trees, gardens and perhaps small areas of droughttolerant grass. A bicycle path might be incorporated into it.

Such a walkway would elevate (both literally and figuratively) pedestrians above the traffic on Santa Monica Boulevard. (It is currently not a pleasant walk between Beverly Hills and Century City.) I could reduce vehicular traffic and encourage pedestrian and bicycle traffic on this congested, heavily traveled corridor.

I would envision construction and management by some joint public-private partnership involving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, the Hilton/WaldorfAstoria, the Wanda Group, 10,000 Santa Monica Boulevard, and Westfield Century City Mall.

I am not a city planner. I am not an architect. But I have seen enough, including the High Line in New York City, to know a good idea when I steal one.

Daniel Fink

FRANK FENTON

nity bond in Beverly Hills Little League, creating long-lasting friendships with many Beverly Hills families.

“Everything good that has happened to us happened on those [little league] benches,” Judie told the Courier in a 2009 interview.

During their time in Little League, the Fenton’s championed to take the empty lot on Le Doux Road and Olympic Boulevard and turn it into a sports field.

In 2009, La Cienega Park’s baseball field was named Frank Fenton Field.

In 1983, at the urging of many, Frank ran a grassroots campaign that ended with him being elected to the Beverly Hills Board of Education. He was re-elected in 1987, and is credited with helping keep the board together during a tumultuous teachers’ strike.

After ending his term on the school board, Frank chaired the Beverly Hills Education Foundation before moving on to serve on the City’s Parks & Recreation Commission.

In 2001, when the city treasurer’s seat became available, Frank jumped at the opportunity and served in the position for four years.

“Through his leadership and financial acumen, Fenton developed and helped implement a financial strategy for Beverly Hills which has kept us on solid ground, even in today’s challenging economic times,” said City Treasurer Eliot Finkel in

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Fenton met his future wife Judie, who was volunteering at the hospital while finishing school.

After her graduation, the pair married. Frank went on to graduate from Cal State Los Angeles with a degree in business administration and immediately went on to become a stockbroker at Sutro, where he was eventually promoted to become the youngest manager in the company’s history before leaving to take a position at Smith Barney, where he was named senior VP. It was on Feb. 9, 1971–the day of the Sylmar earthquake–that Frank and Judie packed up and moved their family to Beverly Hills, enrolling children Mindy, Gary and Steven in Horace Mann and kickstarting what would be decades of service in Beverly Hills by the Fenton family.

The Fenton family instantly became a fixture in the community, joining the Horace Mann PTA–where Judie was later named president. The Fentons helped lobby on behalf of Horace Mann–which at the time was known as the “forgotten school”–to receive newer textbooks to put it on par with El Rodeo, Beverly Vista and Hawthorne.

Soon after, sons Gary and Steven joined Beverly Hills Little League, which Frank became president of in 1978. The Fenton family forged a strong commu-

Read: Paid Lobbyist

July 6, 2016 Mr. Harvey Englander Mr. Jay Newan Mr. David Shu Mr. Rohan a’Beckett Dear Harvey, Jay, Mr. Shu and Rohan, I have recently learned that a question has been raised about my involvement as a community outreach consultant for the One Beverly Hills project.

Throughout my career I have worked to follow both the letter and spirit of all laws, especially our Beverly Hills ordinances. In July of 2015, I wrote to City Attorney Larry Weiner confirming that the time limits in the City’s revolving door policy would no longer apply to me after September 27, 2015, and he responded affirmatively.

I believed that due to the at least three ownership changes of the site located at 9900 Wilshire, along with the change of use, that the project that was being undertaken was not the same as the project that I voted on when I a 2009 Courier interview.

Fenton contemplated running for a third term as treasurer in 2005, but, at the urging of residents, was elected to the City Council in 2005.

On the council, Fenton served on several key ad-hoc committees and helped lead the campaign to bring two-hour free parking back to Beverly Hills.

In addition to his roles with the BHEF and Beverly Hills Little League, Frank also served on the Maple Counseling Center’s Board of Directors; the Beverly Hills Police and Community Together (PACT) organization; the Wilshire Boulevard Temple, American Red Cross, West Los Angeles. He received the Outstanding Community Service Award from the Maple Counseling Center in 1986.

Frank is survived by Judie, his adoring children and grandchildren Mindy (Dennis) Fenton Samuels, Kelly Samuels, Sean Samuels, Gary (Katie) Fenton, Brady Fenton, Carter Fenton, Steven (Leeza) Fenton, Nate Meadows, Troy Meadows, Leksy Bell, Jennifer (Ryan) Smiley, Kaden Smiley, Parker Smiley and his dedicated caregiver and trusted companion, Daisy Sorto.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the UCLA Foundation (write: Fenton Family Coordinator in the memo line). Checks may be sent to: Attention: Dr. Jeff Bronstein UCLA Dept. of Neurology 710 Westwood Plaza Los Angeles, CA. 90095.

was on the council. Only then did I agree to become a consultant on the project. Furthermore, my scope of services did not include lobbying any elected or appointed official in the City of Beverly Hills.

However, to ensure that I was abiding by the spirit of the law, I registered as a lobbyist with the City of Beverly Hills to make my participation transparent and known. During these past 9 months, no one has asked me about my participation or any potential conflicts.

Since my involvement has become an issue, and in abundance of caution, I am submitting my resignation to avoid any appearance of a conflict of interest.

One Beverly Hills is a great project for the City and I look forward to being at its groundbreaking.

Respectfully,

Barry Brucker

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the event of an earthquake that they qualify for matching funds.

No one on the board has argued the fact that the buildings, some nearing a century in age, continue to languish in states of disrepair. However, the board has yet to fully agree that continued delays are not the appropriate solution.

In order to qualify for a Proposition 39 bond, which requires 55-percent voter approval to pass the measure, four members of the five-member board must vote to put the bond.

If the board doesn’t get the four votes needed on the dais to qualify for a Prop. 39 bond, as long as three members vote to move ahead with putting it on the ballot, it will go on as a General Obligation bond, which will require passage by two-thirds of voters.

Perhaps the only necessity related to the bond the entire board agrees on is that they really do need those four votes.

According to consultants from TBWB Strategies and Godbe Research, who were hired to conduct a bond measure feasibility survey, just over 50 percent of voters polled this year supported passing a new bond.

At the previous formal meeting, where Goldstein, Margo and Korbatov all sup-

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That was not the issue they discussed. “Mr. Brucker asked me about the expiration of the 30-month prohibition on lobbying. We did not discuss his participation in the Wanda Project,” said Beverly Hills City Attorney Larry Wiener.

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Wanda has applied to the Planning Commission for a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR), NOT a new Environmental Impact Report (EIR). That is because their claim is that it is not a new project, but rather a supplement to the original.

City Codes regarding change of usage such as the addition of hotel rooms and the big increase in retail square footage will likely require a new EIR.

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Editors Note: The City has a lifetime ban on any former elected official lobbying for compensation on projects they voted on when in office, according to Beverly Hills Municipal Code 19-203 (B). It is unclear why Brucker was not familiar with rules relating to the office he held.

Brucker did not return phone calls or e-mails requesting clarification.

The Courier expects officials to read the code and the Brown Act.

ported moving forward with a November bond measure, Board VP Mel Spitz said he could conceivably become the fourth “yes” vote as long as he was given an opportunity to help shape the details surrounding what specific projects the district intends to move forward in building as part of the new bond measure.

Tuesday’s study session was intended to shore up the specifics, however it was unsuccessful, with Spitz stating that there was more to discuss at Tuesday’s upcoming meeting.

Boardmember Isabel Hacker seemed even less inclined to vote for a new bond any time soon following this week’s meeting, although she has publicly said that the board does need those four votes.

At the close of Tuesday’s meeting, Goldstein, Korbatov and Margo expressed support in placing a $290 million bond measure on the upcoming ballot. That amount includes $30 million for technology and reflects a plan to delay work on renovating BHHS building A (at an estimated cost of $109 million) in favor of renovating Hawthorne (at an estimated cost of $91 million.)

At next week’s upcoming formal meeting on Aug. 9, the board will vote on moving forward with a plan to ask Beverly Hills residents to decide on just what the City’s public schools will become.

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