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October 9, 2015

2015 Beverly Hills Board Of Education Race

The Courier Endorses Isabel Hacker, Lewis Hall And Noah Margo For Beverly Hills Board Of Education

Beverly Hills’ Post Office problems continue to plague residents.

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Rita and the late Charlie Brucker received the Embrace Civility Award. 5

By Courier Editors The Courier endorses incumbents Noah Margo and Lewis Hall, as well as Isabel Hacker for the Beverly Hills Board of Education.

There is no doubt that this is an important election for the Beverly Hills community, but not for many of the reasons you may have heard about in the back-and-forth propaganda that has been distributed during this election.

The election has gotten downright vicious - including an illegal mailer sent out to Beverly Hills homes Thursday, going after the records of candidates Isabel Hacker and Mel Spitz.

The door knob mailer included no identification as to the peo-

ple or committee behind the funding of the mailer, violating State Election Code 84305 which states: “No candidate or committee shall send a mass mailing unless the name, street address, and city of the candidate or committee are shown on the outside of each piece of mail in the mass mailing.”

In having each of the five candidates in for interviews with The Courier’s Editorial Board, composed of Publisher Marcia Wilson Hobbs, Laura Coleman and Matt Lopez, along with viewing the various public forums and studying candidate-produced election materials, it became clear to The Courier that scare tactics are being heavily used in this election to

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Conductor Gustavo Dudamel Arrived In His Armani Tails To Wield His Baton For The LA Phil’s Opening Night At The Walt Disney Concert Hall. The Black-Tie Crowd Explodes As Expectations Run High Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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

IT’S YOUR WORLD — Chelsea Clinton paid a surprise visit to Beverly Vista on Wednesday morning, spending an hour with students to discuss her new book, It's Your World: Get Informed, Get Inspired & Get Going! The book aims to give readers, mainly youth, a better understanding of the issues facing them and what they can do to inspire change. Pictured above, Clinton surrounded by Beverly Vista students. For more in Clinton’s visit, see page 4.

City Executive Employees To Have Added Scrutiny For Outside Employment

George Christy, Page 6

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Lewis Hall

drag the current school board through the mud.

These scare tactics include grossly inaccurate numbers on district expenditures, which The Courier will get into later in this column.

The Courier endorses incumbents Margo and Hall for

Noah Margo

re-election to the school board because this newspaper strongly believes that things are nowhere near as bleak for the school district as some of the aforementioned stare tactics would have you believe.

In Margo and Hall’s four(see ‘ENDORSEMENTS’ page 15)

Beverly Hills City Council Approves First Of Two Water Rate Hikes

BREAKING NEWS The Beverly Hills Planning Commission Thursday unanimously rejected plans for 332-336 Oakhurst.

See page 17 for the full story.

•Real Estate •Birthdays •Letters to the Editor

Isabel Hacker

By Victoria Talbot The City Council voted Tuesday to approve changes to the Municipal Code regarding outside employment that would require all upper-level management professionals to receive approval from the City Council before taking on additional employment.

The changes are in reaction to an incident last year in which the City Council was not informed that Police Chief Dave Snowden was a salaried consultant to the firm Evidence-Based, Inc., (EBI) when the City approved a contract with BHUSD to help pay for their services to the district.

“I don’t want anyone to use their employment at the City to in-

fluence anyone to get something done or passed,” said Councilmember Nancy Krasne. “Council gave an okay to approve this, not knowing that the group had been pressured by a City employee - who got involved in something that he should not have been involved in. There are no circumstances where that is appropriate.

When you are in the position that this person is in - everyone does what he says.”

Before EBI had even developed a campus security division, then-Chief Snowden, already under contract to the company, introduced CEO John McLaughlin to Beverly Hills Police Det. Lt. Joe (see ‘EMPLOYMENT’ page 18)

By Victoria Talbot Projected budget shortfalls from reduced water consumption and increases in expenses from mandatory water conservation will exceed $5.5 million in FY 15-16, according to a review by City staff and HF&H Consulting LLC prompting a five-percent rate hike for City water users.

The rate hike is set to cover fixed operating expenses that do not change with drops in water consumption that must be met for supply, infrastructure and maintenance.

An additional $1 million shortfall will be due to projected overall cost increases of 0.35-percent in internal service fund charges and personnel costs with the addition of the Water Resources Manager,

Celebrity Photo Agency/Scott Downie

Beverly Hills introduced a Sun Safey program for local youth.

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Conservation Administrator and two Project Manager positions.

That brings the total shortfall to $6,746,431.

The Public Works Commission and Liaison Committee agreed on a progressive approach to covering the shortfall, consisting of two interim water rate increases of five-percent each and use of $4 million of the operating Water Enterprise Fund reserves over a 12month period to cover projected consumption revenue shortfalls.

The analysis includes the planned implementation of a new tiered-structure by early 2016 designed to cover the total system costs of providing water. (see ‘WATER RATES’ page 15)

HELLO, LADIES — Naomi Campbell, Lady Gaga and Angela Bassett joined hands during the premiere screening of FX’s American Horror Story: Hotel Season 5 at Regal Cinemas.

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

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING DATE: October 22, 2015 TIME: 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard LOCATION: Commission Meeting Room 280A Beverly Hills City Hall 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 The Planning Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at its regular meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2015, will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to consider:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS ESTABLISHING TIME LIMITS FOR DISCONTINUED LEGALLY NONCONFORMING USES AND DISCONTINUED CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES Nonconforming uses are uses that were allowed in the City when initially commenced, but, due to subsequent changes in City ordinances, are now prohibited or require some form of discretionary review, such as a conditional use permit. Nonconforming uses vary based upon the zoning district in which the use is established.

Conditionally permitted uses require review and approval by the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission has the authority to add conditions of approval to a conditional use permit in order to ensure that the granting of the permit will not result in impacts that the use might otherwise cause.

Currently, if a nonconforming or conditionally permitted use is discontinued for an extended period of time, the City’s zoning regulations allow these uses to be reestablished with no further review as long as no intervening permitted uses have been established at the premises. The City Council directed City staff to work with the Planning Commission to create regulations that would limit the reestablishment of these uses after the use has been discontinued for a certain period of time. In 2014, the Planning Commission held a study session and directed staff to craft an ordinance to establish a time limit for conditionally permitted uses and nonconforming uses that are discontinued for a period of more than two years. Under the proposed ordinance, if a conditionally permitted use that does not have a use permit or nonconforming use is discontinued on a property for more than two years, a property owner would need to obtain discretionary approval to reestablish the use, if the code still allows the use. Residential uses will not be affected by this Ordinance.

This Ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City.

The adoption and implementation of the Ordinance is eligible for a class 5 categorical exemption for minor changes in land use limitations and will not have a significant environmental impact. Accordingly, the Planning Commission will consider the recommendation to find the Ordinance exempt from the environmental review requirements of CEQA pursuant to Section 15305 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.

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

According to Government Code Section 65009, if you challenge the Commission's action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Timothea Tway, Associate Planner in the Planning Division at 310.285.1122, or by email at ttway@beverlyhills.org. The case file, including associated documents are on file in the Community Development Department, and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210.

Sincerely, Timothea Tway, Associate Planner

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BHUSD Attorneys Take City To Task Over Metro Permits Courier reached out to City Attorney Larry Wiener Thursday afternoon for comment, but did not receive a response before press time.

Dear Mr. Wiener: I am writing on behalf of the Beverly Hills Unified School District (“District”) and with respect to the permits recently issued by the City of Beverly Hills (“City”) in connection with work now being performed by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (“MTA”) in the Beverly Hills High School/Lasky area.

City Staff previously promised the District that (i) the district would have an opportunity to review and comment upon the MTA permits prior to their

LOOKING COOL IN THOSE SHADES–The City of Beverly Hills introduced a Sun Safety Program to their Preschool curriculum to ensure kids learn early about being sun smart.

Monthly activities over the course of the school year will educate kids about the sun and its benefits as well as dangers. Here are Beverly Hills preschoolers adorning fun, adorable sunglasses to demonstrate their commitment to protecting their eyes in the face of the sun. Pictured clockwise beginning with girl in orange dress: Taina Berger, Jacob Bailey, Sofi Martin, Lyla Pizzurro, Mimi Martin, Chloe Magrefte, Gianna Casanova, Henry Maurer and Misa John.

By Matt Lopez In a scathing letter fired off Wednesday to City Attorney Larry Wiener, the Beverly Hills School District’s legal team goes on the offensive about Metropolitan Transportation Authority permits approved recently by the City of Beverly Hills.

In the letter, obtained by The Courier, the district says City staff promised the district would have the opportunity to review and comment upon any Metro permits prior to their submission to the City Council for approval.

According to Douglas J. Evertz of MURPHY & EVERTZ LLP, that in fact did not happen.

See the full text of the letter from the district’s attorneys below. The

Chelsea Clinton Talks New Children’s Book With Beverly Vista Students

Beverly Hills Post Office Fiasco Continues Angering Residents

By Matt Lopez Beverly Vista students got an inspirational treat Wednesday morning, when Chelsea Clinton surprised them in their school auditorium.

Clinton made a rare appearance at the school to promote her new book It's Your World: Get Informed, Get Inspired & Get Going! which “tackles the biggest challenges facing us today… and combines facts, charts, photographs and stories to give readers a deep understand-

ing of the world around them—and how anyone can make a difference.”

Clinton spoke at length about her upbringing, her inspirations and life in and after the White House, where her father Bill Clinton served two terms as president.

Clinton urged students to get informed about issues facing them currently, and in the future. She said as a child she would always read the news(see ‘CHELSEA CLINTON’ page 18)

Adopt one of these pets and receive a free month of food from Freshpet!

(see ‘METRO’ page 11)

By Victoria Talbot The Beverly Hills Post Office continues to raise the ire of residents looking for missing mail.

The situation is so bad that Councilmember Nancy Krasne suggested that the City post banners about water rate increases and penalty surcharges because the mail is so unreliable at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. One resident phoned in her public com- UDELIVERABLE? -- One local resident tried to ment to City Council regarding forward to the address on the envelope, only to forwarded mail that did not reach receive the letter back “Return to Sender.” her, and that she has been unable to retrieve. Her mail seems to be lost. “I not delivered.

We received several phone calls think a City as important and wellfrom citizens who have been unable to known as Beverly Hills can do somefind their missing mail, who have atthing,” she said.

The Courier has also received sev- tempted to contact Postmaster Fuller eral calls and letters from residents and and received no response. Many have businesses expressing their similar frus- filed formal complaints, and one tration. One women shared two letters woman has done so twice, and never from the IRS she received erroneously, received a response. The complaints addressed to business owners, which must be filed at the post office, and (see ‘POST OFFICE’ page 18) could mean hefty fines and late fees if

Beverly Hills Passes Artificial Turf Ordinance; Mirisch Dissents

Enzo- ID#A1583727 is a neutered male, brown and white Chihuahua, about 1year and 12 pounds.

Cuddles—ID#A1587984 is a male tan Poodle mix. He is 8-pounds and 14- years old.

CLOE—ID#A1587984 is a female, calico point Domestic Shorthair, about 9 years old and 16 pounds.

These animals and many more like them are currently waiting for you at the West LA Animal Shelter, 11361 West Pico Blvd., LA 90064. Visit them at www.laanimalservices.com or call 888-452-7381.

By Victoria Talbot One item on the City Council’s Consent Calendar Tuesday was held back by Vice Mayor John Mirisch Tuesday, despite overwhelming support, to make a statement about the inherent problems with artificial turf.

Beverly Hills new ordinance permitting artificial turf in the face of a devastating drought and cutbacks of 32percent in water usage mimics a statewide bill that prevents homeowners’ associations from prohibiting the use of artificial turf.

AB 349, authored by San Diego Assemblyperson Lorena Gonsalez, nullifies HOA prohibitions against artificial turf and was signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown on September 4.

“Allowing artificial turf is a kneejerk, short-sighted decision which could have detrimental long-term impacts,” said Mirisch, pointing out that it has a limited life span that ends with disposal problems, because it is not bio-degradable, it may have an increased carbon footprint and it has the same impact as concrete, creating “heat

islands,” as that can be as much as 40degrees hotter. Manufacturers, points out Mirisch, recommend watering to cool it off. “Artificial turf contributes to global warming, is not carbon neutral, creates long-term landfill problems, and, as a synthetic, is not as environmentally-friendly as natural alternatives. And that doesn't even take into account all the plastic, synthetic aesthetic issues it creates. Natural is always better.”

Both Councilmembers Nancy Krasne and Lili Bosse agreed with Mirisch’s assessment. “With the state asking for a 32-percent reduction in water use it is important for us to give residents option to try to meet the requirements the state has mandated for conservation. This is not my first choice,” said Bosse. “I don’t think it is good for the City of good for the residents,” said Krasne. “There are fabulous solutions people can use for drought tolerant planting. Before you spend thousands on artificial turf its cheaper.”

The ordinance was passed 4-1 with Mirisch a nay.

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BEVERLY HILLS COURIER | OCTOBER 9, 2015 Page 5 EMBRACE CIVILITY –This year, the Human Relations Commission selected Rita and the late Charlie Brucker (of Blessed Memory) for the Embrace Civility Award for their lifetime committment to helping othersin civic, community and charitable organizations.

Front Row, left to right: Lauren Krapf, Sue Brucker, Linda Dreyfuss, Marla Brucker, Rita Brucker, Gloria Seiff, Human Relations Commission Chair Ori Blumenfeld, Mayor Julian Gold, Vice-Mayor John Mirisch, Human Relations Commissioner Annette Saleh, Councilmember Lili Bosse, Councilmember Willie Brien, Human Relations Commission Vice-Chair Karen Popovich Levyn. Back Row, left to right: Honorable Barry Brucker, Aaron Hurvitz, Lindsey Hurvitz, Oliver Hurvitz, Ben Caspi, Annie Caspi, Josh Krapf, Richard Brucker, Lindsey Brucker, Tommy Millstone, Amy Millstone, Human Relations Commissioner Jerald Friedman, Councilmember Nancy Krasne, Human Relations Commissioner Sonia Berman

Beverly Hills School District Alleges Mel Spitz Violated District Policy With Campaign Video; Spitz Blames High School Media Director

By Matt Lopez As the Beverly Hills Board of Education race heats up, one candidate has drawn the ire from the very school district he is hoping to be elected to the governing body of.

Mel Spitz, who served on the Board of Education in the 1970s, came under fire from the Beverly Hills Unified School District this week after a campaign video was uploaded to Spitz’s YouTube page over the weekend, filmed in a Beverly Hills High School classroom.

The problem is, according to the district, Spitz, who on his campaign website pledges to “end micromanagement by school board members and restore the Superintendent’s authority and leadership,” never asked for or received clearance from anyone at the District, and failed to follow established procedures to use BHUSD facilities to film his campaign spot.

In a strongly-worded statement released Wednesday afternoon, the district says after a “thorough review” of the video, it was determined that it was filmed in a history class on the BHHS

campus.

The statement continued: “Mr. Spitz failed to follow the district’s policies and procedures which require any individual seeking use of a district facility to complete the district’s ‘Application and Agreement For Use Of Facilities,’ readily available on the District’s website. Furthermore, Mr. Spitz did not seek permission from any district administrator, including the high school Principal, prior to his use of the classroom… The district expects all individuals, including candidates for the Governing Board, to adhere to the state laws and the district’s policies and procedures.”

BHUSD’s statement notes Education Code Section 7054(a), which prohibits the use of any District “services, supplies, or equipment for the purpose of urging the support or defeat of any candidate for election to the governing board of the district.”

Spitz’s campaign released a statement to The Courier Thursday stating that the video “was shot with the full permission of the person responsible for all video production by the high school, (see ‘MEL SPITZ’ page 18)

City Approves Five-Year Contract For New City Manager Mahdi Aluzri

By Victoria Talbot In a City Council mini love-fest, a five-year contract was approved for City Manager Mahdi Aluzri, making the transition to top administrator complete.

Following the vote, City Clerk Byron Pope replaced the old plaque reading “Interim City Manager,” with a new one, “City Manager,” in a dramatic gesture of support.

Aluzri’s contract includes a base salary of $302,400, in anticipation of paying his own CalPERS member contributions. The pay rate will be retroactive to Feb. 2015 when he was appointed as interim city manager upon the retirement of Jeff Kolin from the position.

In addition, Aluzri will receive retirement and medical benefits similar to those of other executive employees.

Upon receiving the unanimous approval of the council, Aluzri delivered a prepared speech, thanking his wife Sue and sons Alec and Adam for their sup-

port and promising to work hard for the City, where he has worked since 1987.

In 2009, he became the assistant city manager until Feb. 2015, when he became interim city manager.

Aluzri’s salary is included in the City’s budget and his total compensation will be less than his predecessor, so his employment will have no material budget impact associated with the approval of his contract.

Aluzri said he will focus on several areas of concern for the City of Beverly Hills in the coming 5 to 10 years.

Those concerns include land use issues, residential and commercial conflicts, as well as added pressure from Metro, redevelopment and the push for increased density, succession planning and retaining institutional knowledge for the next generation and sustainable development strategies.

Dog Park Supporters Hope For Big Turnout At Tuesday Rec & Park Meeting

By Victoria Talbot The Recreation and Parks Commission will hold the second public meeting to address details of the proposed dog park Tuesday at 2 p.m. at City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Dr. The special meeting, originally scheduled for Sept. 29, was changed to accommodate the Jewish festival of Sukkot.

Stakeholders have launched a petition drive showing their overwhelming support for the commission’s recommendations on hours, access, and days of operation.

The proposed park at the corner of Foothill Road and Alden Drive, was the

subject of an intense 6-hour meeting on Aug. 25, in which commissioners went point-by-point over a letter from Rabbi Pini Dunner of Young Israel of North Beverly Hills.

Dunner, who passionately opposes the dog park, would like to see the sidewalk closed to dog park users on the Jewish Sabbath and High Holy Days, among other demands.

Supporters have launched a campaign to encourage stakeholders to write letters, sign their petition and show up en masse at Tuesday’s meeting.

GEORGE CHRISTY

George Christy

LA Phil President Ginny Mancini Chair David Bohnett

Alex Bouzari and Alena Connie Towers Gavin Semanenka and Lynn Booth

Board Chair Diane B. Paul

Christoph Waltz

Silvia Mautner

LA Phil’s PR Maven Lisa White

LA Phil President and CEO Deborah Borda with Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel welcomed guests to the supper party after LA Phil’s opening night tribute to Beethoven at the Walt Disney Concert Hall

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impressive musicians with our L.A. Philharmonic stroll on stage with their violins and violas, cellos and basses, polished brass trumpets and trombones, silver flutes, tuba and timpani and the other instruments that create symphonic magic.

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onductor Gustavo Dudamel arrives in his Armani tails to wield his baton for this fall’s opening night at the Walt Disney Concert Hall for the Philharmonic’s 97th season.

The black-tie crowd explodes, as expectations run high, higher, highest.

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he gala concert celebrated the Brilliance Of Beethoven, acknowledging the German-born child prodigy composer who was brutally beaten whenever he made mistakes by his father during his daily practice sessions.

Leaving one to wonder if these wretched whippings contributed to the tragedy of Ludwig van Beethoven’s lifelong deafness.

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he festive opening launched the two weeks of the Philharmonic and the Simon Bolivar Orchestra from Venezuela dividing Beethoven’s entire symphonic cycle with rapturous performances as part of L.A. Phil’s Immortal Beethoven Festival.

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fter selections from the composer’s Egmont. Op 84 and

Hilary Swank

Gigi and Herbie Hancock

Deborah Borda, president chair David Bohnett, L.A. board chair Diane Paul, along with embracing thank yous for gala co-chairs Joan Hotchkis and Lynn Booth.

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ere and there were Mayor Eric Garcetti with wife Amy Wakeland, Julie Andrews, Gigi and Herbie Hancock, Ginny Mancini, John Williams, Gabriel García Bernal, Christoph Waltz, Elizabeth and William Shatner, Ambassador John Gavin with wife Connie Towers, Edye Broad, Joan and John Hotchkis, Anne Jeffreys, Soraya Nazarian, Barbara and Zev Yaroslavsky, Jane and Michael Eisner, Kate Burton, Hilary Swank (newcomer to the L.A. Phil scene), Larry Schmitt, Carla and Fred Sands, Alex Bouzari with screenwriter Alena Semanenka, Yuki Takei, Frank Gehry, Armani’s Wanda

1824, when the now-historic Ninth Symphony premiered in Vienna, Beethoven sat onstage, albeit unable to conduct due to his total hearing loss. After the performance ended with loving yells and screams, Beethoven didn’t hear any of it, and had to be turned around to face the roars of the hysterical crowd.

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t Disney Hall last week, more than $3.5 million was raised for music education.

Congratulations, of course, to the ensembles of artists, to L.A. Phil’s president and CEO

Gabriel García Bernal

Matthew Lillard

The Creatures Of Prometheus.

Op 43, the concert concluded with Beethoven’s powerful Ninth Symphony.

Accompanying the two finely tuned orchestras, the lusty voices of 102 men and the mellifluous harmonies of 102 women comprising the Los Angeles Master Chorale were conducted by Grant Gershon, miraculously overwhelming Disney Hall. Their mastery of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy movement crescendo’d into a symphonic power destined to remain in our hearts now and forever. Unending were the shouts and cheers and whistles, coupled with the audience’s thunderous applause.

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come-dance-with-us supper party, designed by Shiraz Events, followed across the street for the 650 major patrons in the ballroom-sized marquee covered with street scene murals of long-ago Vienna.

A menu of weiner schnitzel and pear-plum cake was served, with the Cowling Band courting diners to trip the light fantastic between courses.

Rolex sponsored the evening.

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Julie Andrews

John and Joan Hotchkis

McDaniel and Barry Frediano, Chris O’Donnell, Barbera (cq) Thornhill, Annette O’Malley, Bryce Dallas Howard, Yono and Anat Kreiz, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, Matthew Lillard, L.A. Phil’s Gail Samuel and Chad Smith.

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topping by our table, a politico praised the Philarmonic and the Simon Bolivar Orchestra, and, soon enough, irresistibly talked politics. Wondering how many multi-millions of dollars we American taxpayers are shelling out for the ongoing and exhausting investigations and revelations of Hillary Rodham Clinton’s e-mail scandals. While we welcome a Madam President, the deceptions and distortions from Mrs. Clinton are disturbing. Aren’t we all hungry for honesty?

Online at www.bhcourier.com/category/george-christy

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THE FASHION OF BEVERLY HILLS

Howl-Oween Spooks Are Pawsatively Grrreat At Pussy & Pooch

By Victoria Talbot The perfect pet for Beverly Hills is alldressed-up this season, sporting the most pawsome costumes and Pussy and Pooch Pet Lifestyle Bootique has the largest assortment of costumes and accessories ever!

Dress up your pets in clever costumes that suit their personalities. “Pussy and Pooch has plenty of large dog-sized costumes big enough to fit even our friend Bear,” said Janene Zakrajsek, founder and chief creative officer for Pussy and Pooch. “Stop in-store and check out our frighteningly fun Halloween pet costumes and toys including Sushi, Ninja Turtles, Minions, Mermaids, Dinosaurs and tons more!”

Costumes are sizes XS-XXL, and a full range of accessories for the pet that just won’t get dressed up from XS-XL. Every year, P&P brings us the best in pet-crafted costuming. So this year, get dressed with your pet!

Cuddly Cowboy Dog

Tu-Tued Lion and the Little Mermaid Waiting for Treats

Then show off those costumes and come haunting at the Annual “Eat, Drink and Be Scary” Howl-oween Pet Costume and Cocktail Party at Pussy and Pooch.

This year is bigger and better than ever!

Events include the much-anticipated Costume Contest at 8 p.m. for pets and their humans, awesome prizes for everyone, Music by DJ Angie Vee, Professional Pet Photography by Diana Lundin, Pet Energy Readings by Vicki Emanuelle, Dog Sniffer – Dog Friendly Business Guides and Tricks and Treats including Cupcakes by Sprinkles, Coffee by Grounds & Hounds and more!

Costumed are encouraged! And judging will be by The Beverly Hills Courier.

The event is Thursday, Oct. 29, 7-10 p.m. at Pussy & Pooch, 9388 S. Santa Monica Blvd. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at http://bit.ly/HOWL-BH15. Proceeds benefit Wags and Walks Animal Rescue.

Bear as Merlin, making treats disappear and shrinking all the other dogs.

TREATS FOR TRICKS–These dogs are sporting the best costumes of the season, with ExtraExtra-Large Bear leading the pack. Tu-tus and taco-dogs lie about above left, and Bear is not happy as the rice under the sushi (left) but he is cute as a unicorn (above).

Costumes are available for your cats and other pets, as well!

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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T Local Realtor Dhilllon Honored For Aaron Sorkin To Be Honored at Israel Film Festival, Advice Book For Teenage Girls Beverly Hills realtor Nina Dhillon will receive the Literary IRWIN Award for Best International Campaign of 2015 from the Book Publicists of Southern California for her new guidance book Girl In The Mirror, Thursday Oct. 15, in a ceremony at the Sportsman’s Lodge.

Dhillon, owner of Toff Gardens Brokerage on Santa Monica was inspired to write the book when she “couldn’t find a book that advised and inspired young girls. Everything was fairytales or Cinderella stories,” she says.

Appalled by the behavior of young girls she saw at her daughters’ schools—”clothes and kissing not age or place appropriate—she decided to write the book “to help girls understand the consequences of their choices.”

A major one for Dhillon is how girls chose to spend their time. “There shouldn’t be more time with boyfriends or friends (who they should pick wisely) at the mall or on the phone, than on school studies.”

The Girl In The Mirror asks girls who and what they want to become. The girl on the cover wears a doctor’s lab coat; and

both of D h i l l o n ’s daughters are becoming doctors.

She wants girls to live fulfilling successful lives, “after seeing too Nina Dhillon many go down the dark path. I want to make young girls aware of their options before it’s too late.” A journal at the end of each chapter encourages girls to write down their goals and make a plan.

“The main things is to have a focus,” says Dhillon. “Girls should begin thinking in middle school how they want their lives to turn out. When you’re young you have options you may not have five or 10 years later.

“Teens and pre-teens today face challenges of drugs, violence, teen sex and pregnancy,” says Dhillon. “And girls are the ones physically, emotionally and academically hurt if they get pregnant.”

The books is available on Amazon and as an ebook on Smashwords.

Israeli Oscar Contender To See U.S. Premiere Aaron Sorkin will be honored with the Achievement in Film & Television Award at the opening night gala of the 29th Israel Film Festival, Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Steve Tisch Cinema Center at the Saban Theater.

The Israeli submission for Best Foreign Film for the 2016 Academy Awards and winner of five Israeli Academy Ophir Awards, including Best Picture, Baba Joon, directed by Yuval Delshad, will have its U.S. premiere as the festival’s opening night film that evening.

The L.A. festival will run through Nov. 19, showcasing more than 30 new Israeli films including feature films, documentaries, TV series and shorts.

Sorkin’s film credits include A Few Good Men, The Social Network, Moneyball and the recent Steve Jobs. TV credits include The West Wing, Sports Night and The Newsroom.

Baba Joon is in Farsi and Hebrew, and is the first-ever Farsi-language film to represent Israel. The film stars Iranian actor Navid Negahban, known for his role as terror mastermind Abu Nazir on Homeland.

The film tells the story of

familial conflict a m o n g three generation of Iranian Jewish m e n .

Written and directed by Yuval Delshad in his feature Aaron Sorkin d e b u t , Baba Joon deals with the universal difficulty of bridging the gen-

eration gap. It a story of personal independence vs. tradition in an extended family and of the difficulty in honoring and loving in the midst of these conflicts.

For nearly three decades, the festival has presented more than 900 feature films, documentaries, television dramas and short films to 950,000 filmgoers and brought hundreds of Israeli filmmakers to the U.S. Ticket sales start Thursday, Oct. 15. To attend the opening gala, or to purchase tickets, call 310-247-1800 or email info@IsraelFilmFestival.org

Ehud Barak To Speak At Saban Oct. 20 Ehud Barak, statesman and former prime minister of Israel will kick off the Distinguished Speaker Series at the Saban Theatre (8440 Wilshire Blvd.) at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct.18.

Good seats are still available as part of a subscription package.

He and the remaining series speakers are only available in a subscription packages that range from $343 to $525, and may be purchased by calling 310-5466222 or by visiting the web site, www.speakersla.com.

“Prime Minister Barak’s appearance could not have

come at a more relevant time,” says series CoFounder Kathy Winterhalder.

Barak has also served Israel as chief of Ehud Barak general staff of Israeli Defense Forces, foreign minister and most recently as minister of defense. During his tenure as Israel’s 10th prime minister, Barak led the country out of a prolonged recession and into an economic boom, with 5.9-percent annual growth.

THARP ANNIVERSARY TOUR—Famed choreographer Twyla Tharp, brought her 50th anniversary program to The Wallis last week to near capacity crowds, with a debut presentation that included the world premieres of Preludes and Fugues, set to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and Yowzie, set to a compilation of American jazz arranged by Henry Butler and Steve Bernstein. The Wallis, along with four other performing arts centers across the country, co-commissioned the new work. Above, dancer Rika Okamoto is held aloft in the energetic Yowzie, with fanciful costumes by Santo Loquasto.

Photo by Sharen Bradford

Conlon To Conduct Program Of Music By Walter Arlen, Who Escaped The Third Reich James Conlon, LA Opera’s music director and a champion of 20th century composers whose careers and lives were cut short by the Third Reich, will make his debut at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., at 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28 p.m. conducting musicians from the Colburn School in a concert of music by composer Walter Arlen, the L.A.based music critic and composer who escaped Vienna as the Nazis entered in Austria in 1938.

Arlen, who will attend the concert,

titled The Poet in Exile, was born in Vienna in 1920. In 1969, he founded the music department at Loyola Marymount University, and served as its chairman and professor while continuing to write reviews for The Los Angeles Times until 1980.

His compositions began to be performed and recorded in 2008. He currently lives in Los Angeles.

Tickets are $25 and $35 and available online at www.thewallis.org, by calling 310-746-4000 and at the box office.

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submission to the City Council for approval, and (ii) the City would coordinate its efforts with the District prior to the commencement of any drilling by MTA. This did not occur. MTA’s drilling and geotechnical work is now ongoing without appropriate oversight and/or the sharing of information.

The City’s failure to consult with the District and/or impose appropriate conditions on the MTA permits may well result in the District having to again spend millions of dollars refuting inaccurate fault investigations.

The City, for unknown reasons, continues to ignore the technical importance of the work currently being performed by MTA and, more importantly, the consequences of that work not being overseen by the City/District and the District not having real time access to the fruits of MTA’s investigation. The quality and competency of MTA’s current investigation, together with its findings and conclusions, are of critical importance to both the City and the District. Specifically, the ongoing MTA drilling program in the area of Beverly Hills High School is not a standard route conditions assessment. Instead, it is a seismic fault investigation. MTA has clearly stated in its most recent published reports that the NewportInglewood Fault is in this immediate area. The purpose of MTA’s ongoing work is to find that fault.

October 9, 2015 | Page 11 As you aware from our pending litigation and recent expert reports prepared on the District’s behalf, MTA’s track record on fault investigations is one of predetermining where faults “should” be, generating ambiguous field information, and then construing that ambiguity as active faults. Once an active fault map is released by MTA, it becomes very difficult - - if not impossible - - to remove. The District has been forced to spend years and millions of dollars to clear its school sites as a result of previously unsupervised MTA seismic investigations. We would hope the City shares the District’s desire to avoid repeating this unnecessary outcome.

The current MTA geotechnical investigation is one that will necessarily create ambiguity. For example, the most ambiguous geologic feature is the top of the San Pedro formation. The MTA borings are not deep enough to reach this formation. This means MTA will be required to base its conclusions on its analysis of the deep alluvium layers above the San Pedro formation, then place those findings in context. Context requires a number of things including soil dating analysis (which MTA has never done), geomorphology analysis (which MTA has never done), stream drainage analysis to avoid confusing the results with stream beds (which MTA has never done), and other steps. If MTA’s analysis and conclusions contain any ambiguities, MTA’s rule is to assume an

active fault exists.

The most recent inaction by the City in issuing the MTA permits without reasonable conditions requested by the District could well result in a repeat of costly investigations performed by the District at both Beverly Hills High School and El Rodeo School.

The City must now take immediate action to assure that three things occur. First, the City must insure the immediate transfer of geologic information to the District as it is being generated in the field by MTA. This includes access to the cores and to the full cone penetration testing electronic data streams. Second, there must be clear oversight of the MTA fault investigation by a City engineering geologist representative. Unless MTA knows that it is being observed carefully and critically, MTA may well repeat the mistakes of the past. The City has access to Dr. Roy Shlemon and he is well qualified to perform this task. If he is not available, we recommend someone from the El Rodeo fault team which the District could provide under an agreement. Lastly, the City must suspend MTA’s fault investigation and withdraw the permits until these issues are fully resolved to the satisfaction of the District.

We look forward to your prompt response.

Best regards, Douglas J. Evertz of MURPHY & EVERTZ LLP

ST. JOHN BENEFIT FOR SHELTER HOPE

ST. JOHN ANNIVERSARY –St. John boutique on Wilshire celebrated its 20th anniversary in Beverly Hills with an open house benefit for Shelter Hope Pet Shop. Pictured (from left): Sandy and Adam Siegler of Bel-Air; and Shelter Hope’s Kira Lorsch of Beverly Hills and President Kim Sill, both highly active in its pet rescue efforts. The event was hosted by Kitty Chan and Celina Bojorquez of St. John. B. H. Councilmember Nancy Krasne was on hand to cut the ribbon. Photo by Lily Lawrence

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B E V E R LY H I L L S R E A L E S TAT E

Will Rogers Awards Nominees: Best Historic, Best New Restaurant On Oct. 15, Beverly Hills will celebrate the inaugural Will Rogers Awards in a red carpet event at the Montage Hotel. This event honors leaders in business and real estate, and the scions of architecture in the City. Proceeds from the gala will benefit the Beverly Hills Community Charitable Foundation with funds to be directed to Friends of Beverly Gardens Park for the restoration of Beverly Hills’ heritage parks on Santa Monica Boulevard.

This is the final installment of our Nominees.

Will Rogers Awards Nominees: Best Historic Restaurant La Dolce Vita, 9785 Santa Monica Blvd.

Intimately dark and inviting, home spun and cosmopolitan, La Dolce Vita has long been the favorite destination of the renowned and famous, from presidents and celebrities to the Rat Pack and the rest of us who are looking for some of the finest Northern Italian cuisine in Southern California La Dolce Vita is a clubhouse for all- a safe haven from the paparazzi where every meal is made from scratch and any dish requested will be made to order. Regulars argue about the best part of La Dolce Vita: is it the wonderful menu selection, or the unique atmosphere of the place?

La Scala 434 N. Canon Dr. La Scala’s Jean Leon started his career at Villa Capri in Hollywood, working there until 1956 when he opened his own Beverly Hills restaurant - La Scala. Leon was the first Los Angeles Italian restaurateur to serve white truffles, and the first to make his own past. In 1962, Leon opened La Scala Boutique, next to La Scala.

Originally a take-out establishment reminiscent of Paris’ famed Charcuterie Fauchon, Leon transformed it into an informal restaurant which, since it’s first day, has been an extraordinarily popular Beverly Hills establishment. Jean Leon introduced his first La Scala Trattoria in Brentwood in 1985.

The concept, which is the presentation of food which matches the quality and variety of that served at La Scala but at more moderate prices. In September 1989, Leon moved his legendary La Scala restaurant and La Scala Boutique to a new location in Beverly Hills, reopening as one restaurant - La Scala Restaurant & Boutique.

Nate ’n Al 414 N. Beverly Dr. Started by Al Mendelson and Nate Rimer in 1945, the tradition has been passed down to two Mendelson grandsons, Mark and David. The original recipes used in 1945 are still used today, and over 90-percent of the food served is cooked fresh in-house daily. The deli has received numerous accolades for some of our most famous dishes including our matzo ball soup, which was named Best Matzo Ball Soup in Los Angeles Magazine’s feature issue, “Best Of LA,” and our Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich was ranked first in the “Best Reuben in Los Angele: category if CBS/Los Angeles. We couldn’t be prouder of our staff who enthusiastically prepare and serve the food each day to regulars, loyal fans, and first time guests curious to se what all the fuss is about.

Spago 176 N. Canon Dr. Wolfgang Puck and Barbara Lazaroff’s legendary flagship restaurant features the iconic California cuisine that Puck catapulted to stardom. The master chef, along with Executive Chef and Managing Partner Lee Hefter, has crafted a menu anchored by his signature farm-to-table philosophy.

Spago’s renovated design by Waldo Fernandez com-

plements the food with its clean and simple aesthetic, incorporating natural elements to add an organic feel, Spago’s cofounder/co-owner Barbara Lazaroff created the original design for Spago in West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Spago continues to set the standard for cuisine, service and style, and is consistently recognizes as the ultimate in fine dining, Spago is the recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award and received two stars in the Michelin Guide-Los Angeles edition, on of only three restaurants in the city to win this coveted distinction. In 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015, the restaurant has earned the prestigious Wine Spectator Grand Award, the publication’s highest honors.

Will Rogers Awards Nominees: Best New Restaurant Maude 212 S. Beverly Dr. Each month a single ingredient inspires a menu of nine tasting plates, and this celebrated ingredient is creatively woven, to varying degrees, through each course. By choosing a special ingredient to star in each course, from first bites right through to our peril fours, a beautiful challenge is born!

“As chefs, we get to break down the ingredient by thinking about each of its edible parts, produce that will pair beautifully with it, cooking techniques to draw out the very best flavors and textures, and how it can work seamlessly through the entire menu,” said Chef Curtis Stone. “Our market-driven, prix-fixe knobby is designed ti create an intimate chef’s table experience for the entire dining room of 25 seats. Every seat is within a comfortable distance of our open-space kitchen. All of the most incredible dining experiences I’ve been fortunate to enjoy take place at my mates’ restaurants where they take the menu away, deliver a glass of champagne to the table an away we go… I’m excited to have the opportunity to share this experience with each of my guests at Maude.”

The Palm Beverly Hills 267 N. Canon Dr. At The Palm, our philosophy is simple: treat guests like family, serve great food and always exceed expectations. That philosophy was born in New York in 1926 and continues to this day in the brand new Beverly Hills Palm. Since first opening on November 7, 2014, the restaurant is already quickly becoming a favorite of the movers, shakers and celebrities of Beverly Hills.

Spaghettini & The Dave Koz Lounge 184 N. Canon Dr. “Spaghettini/ noun/ spaghet-ti-ni Origin Italian, diminutive of spaghetti ‘little strings’ (see spaghetti). We’re a progressive and eclectic California small plates restaurant in Beverly Hills with captivating cocktails & fresh (see ‘NOMINEES’ page 14)

HOW DO YOU FEEL?

Divorce Workshop Launches Tomorrow

The second Saturday Divorce Workshop will debut in Beverly Hills, Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 131 S. Rodeo Dr. During the three-hour workshop, local experts will address the legal, financial, family and personal issues of divorce.

With the guidance of trained professionals, participants will gain a greater understanding of the divorce process.

T h e workshop will Robyn Santucci be presented by attorney and Certified Family Law Specialist Robyn Santucci of Phillips Lerner; attorney and mediator Frisco Fayer, Heather Gottlich Forensic CPA Nikki Hernandez, Partner at Taylor and Lieberman; licensed marriage and family therapist Dr. Wendy O’Connor, PsyD.; and wealth manager Heather Gottlich of UBS Financial Services.

Registration begins at 9:45 a.m. The fee of $45 is payable at the door, and pre-registration is available online at www.secondsaturdayla.com. Walk-ins are welcome. Participants may call 310-859-5679 or email info@secondsaturdayla.com for more information.

Net proceeds are donated to WIFE.org. Women’s Institute for Financial Education is the oldest nonprofit devoted to female financial literacy.

Jerry Seinfeld To Headline MDA’s Red Star Ball, Oct. 21 American Friends of Magen David Adom (MDA) will host its third annual Red Star Ball on Oct. 21 at The Beverly Hilton, featuring stand-up performances by super-star Jerry Seinfeld and comedian Mark Schiff will honor the lifesaving work of MDA’s medics around the globe.

Proceeds will go toward ambulances and emergency medical supplies for MDA’s medics, and the building of its new national blood services center in Israel.

Honorees for the evening are Gila and Adam Milstein, Ben and Ruth Flinkman-Marandy and Barak Aviv.

Visit: https://www.afmda .org/events/lagala or contact Carolyn Kangavari at 323-6554655 or LA-gala@afmda.org.

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CHLA’s Tissue-Engineered Colon From Human Cells Can Help Children With Intestinal Diseases A study by scientists at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has shown that tissueengineered colon derived from human cells is able to develop the many specialized nerves required for function, mimicking the neuronal population found in native colon.

These specialized neurons, form the enteric nervous system, which regulates digestive tract motility, secretion, absorption and gastrointestinal blood flow. In addition, in a condition called Hirschsprung’s disease or aganglionosis, where those neurons are not present, the team was able to replace them.

The study was published online and in the Journal Of Tissue Engineering, Part A. In children with Hirschsprung’s disease, these cells are missing. Without them, the intestine becomes blocked and surgical removal of the affected segment of colon is required.

To help children suffering from intestinal diseases that may require surgical removal of all or part of their intestine, the CHLA team — led by principal investigator Tracy C. Grikscheit, MD, a pediatric surgeon and researcher at CHLA’s Saban Research Institute —is developing tissue-

Tissue-engineered colon generated from cells from a patient with Hirschsprung’s disease.

Nerve cells (derived from neurospheres) shown in green.

Image courtesy of the Grikscheit lab, The Saban Research Institute, CHLA.

engineered options.

One objective of growing tissue-engineered organs is to generate new tissue from a patient’s own cells. Grikscheit and her team first needed to determine what parts of the enteric nervous system were present in tissueengineered colon when it is grown from normal human cells.

“The diversity of neuron types that grew within the human tissue-engineered colon was a revelation to our team, because previously we had only documented that some ganglia were present,” said Grikscheit, also a tenured associate professor of surgery at USC’s Keck School of Medicine. “The next step was to

determine if these neuronal elements could be supplied to tissue-engineered colon that was missing neurons —like in Hirschsprung’s disease.”

The scientists initially grew cells from patients with Hirschsprung’s disease and from mice with a genetic mutation that causes aganglionosis. In both cases, the tissue-engineered colon derived from these cells did not have the all-important components of the intestinal nervous system. In a second set of experiments, again testing both mouse and human cells, the investigators added neurospheres, clusters of purified neural progenitor cells.

The cells had been stained with green fluorescence, so the scientists could readily visualize where the nerve cells ended up in the tissue-engineered colon, as well as determine the source of the nerve cell.

“After growing the colon for four weeks, we saw that the green nerve cells had been incorporated into the colon engineered from human tissue derived from a patient lacking those elements and that the different nerve subtypes were present,” said first author on the study, Minna Wieck, MD, an investigator and surgical resident at CHLA.

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Performing will be 10-time Grammy-winner George Benson, Grammy nominated vocalist Jane Monheit, Renee Olstead (CBS’ Still Standing, ABC Family’s The Secret Life Of The American Teenager), Dave Damiani and the 17-piece No Vacancy Orchestra and Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. (winner of America’s Got Talent). The concert also will feature a special tribute to five-time Grammy recipient, Emmy and Academy Award winner Johnny Mandel, who recorded and arranged the Sinatra hit Ring-A-Ding-Ding.

At 6 p.m. The Grove’s Barnes & Noble will hold a special Sinatra 100 book signing and Q&A with author, Charles Pignone, and Tina Sinatra, Frank’s daughter.

• • • • • Director Elina de Santos and lead actress Marilyn Fox return to the Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., with a 20th anniversary revival of the smash Odyssey production of Clifford Odets’ Awake and Sing! that ran for nine months in 1994-95. Also returning from that production are Richard

Fancy and Dennis Madden.

Odets' masterpiece about the hopes and struggles of a lower-middle-class, three-generation Jewish family living in a Bronx apartment during the Great Depression continues to resonate 80 years after its 1935 premiere.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. through Nov. 29. Weeknight performances are 8 p.m., Wednesdays, Oct. 14 and Nov. 4, and 8 p.m., Thursdays Oct. 22 and 29 and Nov. 12 and 19. Three post-performance discussions will take place on Oct. 10, Oct. 24 and Nov. 4 and are included in the ticket price. Tickets are $34 on Saturdays and Sundays; $30 on Fridays; and $25 weekdays, with $20 tickets for seniors and $15 tickets for student.

For reservations and information, call 310-477-2055 or visit www.OdysseyTheatre.com.

• •• • • The Foundation for Jewish Education will host its first ever “Casino Night” from 8 p.m.midnight, Saturday, Oct. 24 at Temple Beth Am, 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd.

The evening will feature an open bar, catered refreshments and desserts, plus prizes.

Cost is $100 for $50 in chips and $160 for the poker tables with 1,000 chips.

Prizes, dessert, $100 in $50 in chips, poker table, $160 with 1,000 chips.

Celebrating 15 years of serving the Jewish community, the nonprofit foundation’s mission is to provide unaffiliated Jewish students a Jewish identity and values.

For information on the event and organization, call 310-273-8612.

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BOSSE BIRTHDAY–More than 500 women descended on the home of Lili and Jon Bosse today to launch Visionary Women (Assouline Publishing), a book by resident Angella M. Nazarian, co-founder with Bosse of Visionary Women, a group dedicated to enhancing and empowering women. The book is the story of 20 innovative and forwardthinking women who have actualized their dreams to make life better, including such iconic women as Malala Yousafzai, the youngest Nobel Prize Laureate and the subject of the newly released Malala chronicling her ordeal being shot in the head in her native Palestine because she went to school. Today, Malala has a global network supporting girls' right to an education from Pakistan to Nigeria and Boko Harem.

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Chef Scott Howard constantly rotates in the most fresh and seasonal ingredients. He works closely with local farms, seeking products for our menu that are at their peak. With a continuously evolving menu, please contact is if you have any questions about ingredients or dish availability. Under the direction of Grammy-nominated musician Dave Koz, we offer a mix of live music ranging from renowned award-winning artists to up and coming breakthrough artists. With so much talent in L.A., you just never who’s going to show up on stage. Eat.Drink. Listen.

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Enabling you to enjoy a world class dining experience in the midst of a fun, friendly and upbeat atmosphere was our mission. It has now become a reality!

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year tenures on the Board of Education, the District’s bond rating was upgraded to AA+ from Standard & Poor’s and Aa1 from Moody’s.

The high credit ratings led to a quick purchase of the $76 million in General Obligation bonds the District put up for sale in August.

Under Margo and Hall’s watch, BHUSD Chief Administrative Officer LaTanya KirkCarter reported the District to be “financially healthy” heading into the 2015 school year at a September Board of Education meeting.

The District, the only Basic Aid District in L.A. County, ended its General Fund balance with $3.7 million, an increase of $376,007 from what was estimated.

In addition, after that $3.7 million in appropriated General Fund balance money is moved to the District’s Endowment Fund, the district will have about $13 million sitting in that reserve fund.

Does that sound like a financially unhealthy school district? Not to Kirk-Carter, who was sent by the State to Inglewood School District in 2012 after it fell under State Receivership, who told the Board of Education in September that she knows “what financially unstable looks like and we’re a very financially healthy district.”

Margo and Hall’s commitment to education is apparent.

Under their watch, Steve Kessler was appointed Principal and AhYoung Chi was hired as BHHS’ Dean of College Admissions and both have drawn rave reviews from students.

Hawthorne School became a national “School to Watch,” one of only seven in California.

Margo and Hall both understand the importance of getting construction plans in place for retrofitting the District’s old and outdated school buildings, 14 of which have been deemed seismically unsafe and “subject to potential collapse” in a 3.5

WATER RATES (Continued from page 1)

The City has shown disappointing progress in reaching the 32-percent cuts in water usage since California State Governor Jerry Brown mandated a statewide 25-percent water use reduction by February 2016.

Initially showing impressive motivation, Beverly Hills water users cut back water use by over 20-percent in June-July.

By August, that had dropped to only 17-percent of the mandated 30-percent cuts.

Residents will begin to feel the pain this month, as water bills will arrive with a penalty surcharges for failing to meet the City’s mandated cuts.

As an example, for a single-family residence with a bill of $333.77 in October, the fivepercent increase would add $16.69 to $350.46 in Novem-

or larger earthquake, according to the State. In their votes and actions, both Margo and Hall have demonstrated an understanding that work on making these campuses safe cannot be put off any longer.

These buildings are, in many cases, seismically unsafe because of years of renovations not done by past school boards after previous earthquakes in Southern California.

In their Editorial Board interviews, both Margo and Hall reaffirmed their commitment to stopping the Metropolitan Transportation Authority from tunneling under Beverly Hills High School. Metro litigation has not been cheap, but it has bought the District time to do the proper trenching and other work needed to state its case in front of a new-look Metro board as to why subway tunnels should not go under BHHS buildings.

Margo and Hall aren’t always in agreement on issues, and The Courier wouldn’t have it any other way. Our Editorial Board, however, believes that both men inherited seats four years ago on a school board that was just beginning to pull itself out of a grave dug by many previous school boards before then, and a revolving door of Superintendents that had come and gone from the District over the last 20 years.

Both men have shown a commitment to serving the students of the Beverly Hills School District – which should always be the primary objective.

With that being said, new blood is never a bad thing. For all the talk of “change” and a “new voice” in this election, Isabel Hacker is the only true “outsider” in this campaign.

Hacker has more than a decade of public education sector experience, having managed state and local grants for Cerritos College while serving as a liaison for many K-12 districts in Southern California.

When she came in to meet with The Courier’s Editorial Board, Hacker impressed us with the amount of homework and studying she had clearly done on issues facing the Dis-

trict. She has a strong grasp of finances and doesn’t just throw out problems the District has, but actually presents solutions to fix them. Hacker has a “fourpoint plan” that is largely centered around implementing a strong District Plan, which she told The Courier’s Editorial Board she believes will set the District on the right path for further success.

With three young children in BHUSD schools and years of working with other local politicians on their campaigns, Hacker is well-known in the Beverly Hills community. Despite that, she is not an “insider” and does not appear beholden to any political agendas.

The Courier endorses Hacker because we believe she will take the time to perform due diligence on the issues that come before her, and make informed decisions as a new, independent voice on the Board of Education.

WHY WE CANNOT ENDORSE MEL SPITZ AND CARTER PAYSINGER… When we mentioned misinformation and scare tactics earlier, we unfortunately have to start with Mel Spitz.

The misinformation starts with a video uploaded to Spitz’s YouTube page over the weekend, where he erroneously mentions that the District has spent $26 million on legal fees over the last four years. It is difficult to figure out exactly how, and where, Spitz looked to dig up these numbers, but they don’t appear to be based in reality.

The Courier has asked, and nobody in the District’s financial office seems to have any clue where that number came from.

According to the Citizens Oversight Committee’s annual report in 2014, the legal fees spent “to date” from 2008 to Dec. 31, 2014 was $10.6 million.

According to information from Kirk-Carter, District General Legal Fund expenditures since 2012 have totaled $6.7 million.

Additionally, the video

mentions the District moving forward with school construction “without an approved SDA plan.” The Courier has checked, and there doesn’t appear to be any organization called the SDA. Spitz’s video may have been alluding to the DSA, Division of State Architect, but those kind of inaccuracies in content produced and released by Spitz’s own campaign makes The Courier seriously question if he is the right man for the Beverly Hills Board of Education in 2015 and beyond.

In his tenure on the Board of Education from 1971-79, Spitz sat on a board that made no seismic upgrades to any of the school campuses in the wake of earthquakes, such as 1971’s San Fernando quake, which notched a 6.7 on the richter scale.

Spitz told The Courier unequivocally that he does not believe the money used in litigation with Metro to defend the BHHS campus from subway tunnels was well spent. The Courier does not believe Spitz has the strong conviction on this issue needed to get the Purple Line Extension re-routed out from under BHHS buildings.

We respect Spitz’s prior years service to the Board of Education and District Finance Committee. He has clearly been dedicated to serving the Beverly Hills community, where he has lived for decades.

We believe, however, that his actions and statements in this election cycle have demonstrated that Spitz is simply not the right man to serve on the Beverly Hills Board of Education in 2015.

Carter Paysinger has been involved in the BHUSD community for nearly 50 years. He graduated from BHHS in 1974 and worked at the school for 36 years as a teacher, coach, athletic director and principal.

That is precisely why The Courier cannot endorse him for a seat on the Beverly Hills Board of Education.

As we go back to the talk dominating this campaign cycle of new blood, new voices

ber. That bill would increase a further $17.52 in March if the second increase is approved, to total $367.98.

If the same family realizes an 18.8-percent conservation rate, their bill would be reduced to $208.09 for less water usage, plus $10.40 five-percent rate increase. However, penalty surcharges would be $111.52.

Their bill in November will total $330.01 despite cutting their water use by 18-percent.

With the additional fivepercent rate hike in March, that same family will pay an additional $10.97 to total $348.52.

Water customers were notified of Tuesday’s public hearing at City Council on August 21 by mail. The City received 21 protest letters, including a detailed letter from the City of West Hollywood. “West Hollywood residents are already paying 8% more than Beverly

Hills residents for the use of water. The proposed additional rate increase imposes an unfair burden on West Hollywood residents,” wrote Sam Baxter, Assistant City Manager.

One customer proposed that the increases be termed, “drought fees,” and itemized as such on the bill.

Vice Mayor John Mirisch asked Trish Ray, Assistant Director of Public Works, “Other cities are establishing a ‘drought fee.’ It will be rolled back at the end of the drought.”

“The penalty surcharge is a fee related to the drought,” said Ray. “We wanted to make sure that only the cost of the drought is in the surcharge.”

But the rate increases are to cover the loss in revenue, she said, and the tiered rate will be the long-term structure for water rates.

“Penalties are going to pay

the Municipal Water District and potentially, the [State] Water Board. Reserve funding is taxpayer money . . . Some of our money is going to their inability to make water cuts,” said City Council Liaison Councilmember Willie Brien.

“My problem with the whole thing is . . . MWD raises five-percent, and we raise fivepercent,” said Vice Mayor John Mirisch, who voted “nay” on the hike. “Its gone ‘way up above and beyond inflation and median household income . . . The Water Enterprise Fund should be self-sufficient. This is a massive budget. We should be tightening our belts on efforts to reduce fixed costs . . .

We are too quick to increase expenditures, costs and taxes instead of providing the best value for their money.”

The Council voted 4-1 to approve the rate hike. The ear-

October 9, 2015 | Page 15 and new perspectives, we wonder how electing a man who worked in the District for 36 years accomplishes that goal?

Paysinger’s time with the District is well-respected, as it should be, and those who studied under him revere him, as they should, but the fact remains that his time at some of the highest levels of the District totem pole make Paysinger about as much of an “insider” as one could possibly be.

How can one mention BHHS’ declining test scores and floundering graduation rates without wondering what hand Paysinger, who became principal in 2010, had in those failures?

Paysinger has publicly tried to pass the buck, saying those were District-wide issues and that students were not coming out of Beverly Hills’ K-8 schools as prepared as they should have been.

We question this line of thinking, and wonder how Paysinger can promise to improve Beverly Hills education standards as a board member when he appeared unable to do it as principal of Beverly Hills High?

This is of course, to say nothing of the Beverly Hills Sports Academy, a for-profit camp that Paysinger and two other school employees operated for years on the BHHS campus.

A District-funded probe revealed that Paysinger failed to report more than $40,000 in earnings on his tax forms and violated conflict-of-interest rules, ethics rules and others.

Paysinger later sued the school district in a federal discrimination lawsuit and was awarded a $685,000 settlement.

Paysinger has dutifully devoted a large chunk of his life to working for the Beverly Hills Unified School District, but at the end of the day, The Courier does not believe that work has produced a result academically or ethically that makes him a suitable candidate to sit on the Board of Education.

liest possible date for the first rate increases would be November 20. The second rate increase, if needed, should be in March 2016.

Both Councilmembers Nancy Krasne and Lili Bosse agreed with Mirisch’s assessment. “With the state asking for a 32-percent reduction in water use it is important for us to give residents option to try to meet the requirements the state has mandated for conservation.

This is not my first choice,” said Bosse. “I don’t think it is good for the City of good for the residents,” said Krasne. “There are fabulous solutions people can use for drought tolerant planting. Before you spend thousands on artificial turf its cheaper.”

The ordinance was passed 4-1 with Mirisch a nay.

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S P O RT S Beverly Hills Architect Tadeusz Kublicki Dies At 96

By John L. Seitz Tadeusz Kublicki, a 58-year resident of Beverly Hills, died Sept. 26, a few days after his 96th birthday. The Polish-born architect was awarded the Righteous Gentile Award by Israel's Yad Vashem Foundation for his work in rescuing Maria Dawidowicz (another subsequent Beverly Hills resident) and her family during the Nazi occupation of Poland in World War II. After the war, Kublicki studied architecture at the Ecole Spéciale d'Architecture in

SOCCER CHAMPS–The Beverly Hills AYSO Boys U10 team “Force” won the Strawberry Cup Tournament in Camarillo with a thrilling Penalty Kick Championship Win. It was the team’s first victory. The team is coached by Jordan E. Jaman. Pictured, from left: Gavin Grossman (hidden asst coach Brad Jones), Austin Jones, London Anderson, Coach Jordan Jaman, Dylan Varadi and Isaac Margolis.

Bottom row: Koby Novinbacht and Dylan Jaman. Not pictured: Joey Schwartz anbd Anthony Holly

Paris. He emigrated to the United States and was involved in or in charge of many projects during his long architectural career, including the Oakhurst condominiums in Beverly Hills, the Wilshire Terrace, Douglas Space Center, the National Zoo in Washington, DC, the Wilshire Terrace, Ocotillo Lodge in Palm Springs, the Tishman Wilshire Hotel, the Lycées of Saint Cloud and Bessieres in France, and projects in Australia, Puerto Rico, Arizona, Florida, Washington, and Hawaii. One

of his drawings was exhibited at the Musee Pompidou in Paris last year.

Kublicki is survived by Marie, his wife of 54 years, son and daughter-in-law Nicolas and Molly Kublicki, granddaughters Ava and Juliette, and sister in law Zofia Kublicki.

His funeral mass was celebrated at Good Shepherd Catholic Church with interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Catholic Relief Services

WELLS BRING HOPE –On Sunday, September 27th, local resident Stanley Black welcomed Wells Bring Hope back for their annual gala, raising funds for 25 wells, thanks to Marsha and Mark Hierbaum who generously provided $25,000 in matching funds. The charity brings safe water and sanitation to rural villages in Niger, West Africa, the poorest country in the world, to free up girls from fetching water so they can go to school and work. (Left to right) Joan Ashton, Cultural Ambassador to UNESCO-IHE Gil Garcetti, Wells Bring Hope Founder and President Barbara Goldberg and Philanthropist Stanley Black.

Beverly Hills High Football Team Remains Winless After Loss To Jewish Community Foundation Names David South Pasadena Carroll Chief Financial Officer

By Matt Lopez Beverly Hills High School’s football team remained winless on the season after losing a 3513 nonleague game at South Pasadena last week.

Beverly Hills moved to 0-5 overall on the season with the loss.

Rashad Ysaguirre continued to be a positive force offensively for the Normans, one of the lone bright spots with 18 carries for 114 yards and a touchdown.

Joe Kolko added 21 yards on 13 carries.

Jake Wolken was ineffective at quarterback for the Normans, struggling through a 7 of 19 effort for 57 yards and five interceptions.

He did throw one touch-

down pass, which was caught

by Raehaan Poonja, who caught four passes for 49 yards and a TD. Luc Mendez led the Normans defensive efforts with 1.5 sacks, Elijah Klapper also added a sack and Michael Revah had a half sack.

Dylan Rutigliano led the team in tackles with 6.5.

Things don’t get much easier this week when the Normans welcome the undefeated El Segundo Eagles.

El Segundo, the reigning Ocean League champion, hasn’t lost a regular season football game since Oct. 14, 2013.

Kickoff for Beverly Hills-El Segundo is Friday at 7 p.m. at BHHS.

This Week In BHHS Athletics Football Tonight vs. El Segundo, 7 p.m.

Boys Water Polo Today, at Culver City, 3 p.m.

Oct. 13 at Santa Monica, 3 p.m.

Cross Country Oct. 10 at Santa Clarita Invitational, 8 a.m.

Oct. 15 at Ocean League Cluster 2, Cheviot Hills Park, 2:30 p.m.

Girls Volleyball Today at Lawndale, 3:15 p.m.

Oct. 13 vs. Santa Monica, 3:15 p.m.

Oct. 15 vs. Culver City, 3:15 p.m.

Girls Tennis Oct. 13 at Santa Monica, 2:30 p.m.

Oct. 15 vs. Culver City, 2:30 p.m.

By John L. Seitz The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles, the largest manager of charitable assets and planned-giving solutions for local Jewish philanthropists, announced the appointment of David Carroll as senior VP of finance and chief financial officer. Carroll brings to his new position a diverse background in finance and operating roles across the nonprofit sector, including direct community foundation

experience.

Marvin I. Scotland, president/CEO, stated: “We are pleased to welcome David Carroll to our senior management team. With the foundation’s continued growth— recently surpassing $1 billion in total assets under management and distributing $1 billion in grants during the past 25 years alone—David brings to bear important skill sets to lead our finance and investment functions.”

EXHIBIT HONORS VETERANS— Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood held an opening reception for the new photography exhibit “American Heroes: Portraits of Service” which features the images and stories of WWII-era veterans and beyond. Each resident veteran was presented with a keepsake photo and Sanders’ book, The Last Good War: The Faces and Voices of WWII. Military personnel participated in honoring the 26 veterans. (Front row) WWII veteran and honoree Phyllis Goldstein; (back row, l-r), Thomas Sanders; Lieutenant Colonel Bettina Avent, 79th Sustainment Support Command; Major Shannon Stambersky, chair, UCLA Department of Military Science; and James Arp, Belmont Village executive director.

The gallery is open by appointment.

Call 310-475-7501.

Carroll has most recently served as CFO for Playworks, a national nonprofit focused on promoting youth recreational activity and fitness. Before that, he was CFO/COO for the Community Foundation of Sonoma County.

He holds a master’s degree in public policy from UC/Berkeley and was conferred a BS degree in molecular biology from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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BEVERLY HILLS

MAKING GOOD ON A PROMISE AT 4H–Beverly Hills Heart Helpers 4-H Club sold their own produce from the Greystone Mansion Demonstration Garden at the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market, making this the first true locally grown Beverly Hills produce ever sold at the Farmers’ Market. Front row, left to right: Rebekah Combs, Halston Van Atta. Back row, left to right: Ella Solomon, Sean Coffey, Barbara Linder, Nina Solomon.

Planning Commission Unanimously Rejects Plans for 332-336 Oakhurst

AP HISTORY AT GREYSTONE MANSION–Sunday 46 Beverly Hills High School 11th grade AP history class students received a private tour of the historic Doheny Greystone Estate in Beverly Hills. Organized by Julian Saadeh, BHHS teen advisory to the Friends of Greystone Board of Directors, organized the semi-annual event. AP History teachers Malia Frutschy and Dan Moraoica joined the tour. Beverly Hills Mayor Julian Gold greeted all of the students and spoke about the City’s history as well as the Friends of Greystone’s ongoing efforts to raise funds to restore the Doheny Greystone Estate and to raise the public’s awareness of this magnificent property. Steve Clark, Senior Park Ranger, shared his immense knowledge of the Doheny family, the Doheny Greystone Mansion, the significance of the Teapot Dome Scandal, and so much more.

Mayor Gold was on hand to greet all the students and teachers.

City Mourns the Loss of Ivor “Jerry” Moore

By Victoria Talbot Ivor Jerry Moore, a familiar and respected presence at Roxbury Park, passed away on Sept. 10.

Moore was employed by the City of Beverly Hills for nearly 25 years.

He worked at Roxbury Park in the after school program teaching children computers and more recently, on weekends and evenings assisting staff as needed.

However, many did not know that, at the age of 19 while in college, Moore joined the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) Freedom Riders.

Moore had participated in several sit-ins and marches in college, joining the passive resistance movement to bring attention to racial inequality.

But on May 11, 1961, Moore was among those heroes who risked their lives to end segregation riding the Birmingham Trailways bus during the Ku Klux Klan-organized riot.

Moore and a couple dozen riders pulled into the Birmingham station with the knowledge that there was a violent mob waiting for them. Somehow, he survived.

“The ride was about freedom,” he told reporter Holly Meyer of The Tennessean last February. “It was about America and about democracy, and

what was going on in the South was counter to that, and that’s what this struggle for freedom was about.”

Over 400 people risked their lives and endured savage beatings and imprisonment for simply traveling together on buses and trains in the Deep South.

After five months, with the world watching the brutal confrontations, violence and imprisonment, the Interstate Commerce Commission issued the order to end segregation on buses and trains.

Moore returned to Morris College after the rides, graduating in 1964.

The son of a Baptist minister, Moore grew up singing in church. He became a musician and played music in Greenwich Village and Woodstock, N. Y. until he moved to Los Angeles in 1980.

In California, Moore ran a street ministry for drug addicts and the homeless, coordinating church outreach activities and teaching computer skills. He came to Beverly Hills in April 1991.

Moore was featured in the PBS documentary “Freedom Riders.”

“This was a very sad day for us. Jerry was such an important part of our life here at Roxbury and throughout the City,” wrote Jane Winston-Doman in an email to staff.

By Victoria Talbot “Just because you comply with the City’s building code, doesn’t mean its compatible with the community,” said Jamie Hall, attorney for Concerned Citizens of Beverly Hills/Beverly Grove.

At a hearing Thursday lasting more than three hours, the City of Beverly Hills Planning Commission rejected a 31-unit condominium project that bisects the City of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles and urged the applicant that if they are to come back to Beverly Hills planning, they must have a completely overhauled project.

The turnaround on this issue was nothing short of miraculous.

At issue are three buildings that the City has deemed potentially part of an historic district.

The City of Los Angeles approved the project, which led to a lawsuit currently pending in Superior Court. The lawsuit alleges that the City of Los Angeles failed to analyze the environmental impacts of the project including the historical significance of the buildings.

The City of Beverly Hills abdicated responsibility at a special hearing in February, failing to file an appeal of LA’s EIR. The lawsuit seeks to restore the City’s jurisdictional rights in this case.

The developer pleaded for a continuance instead of an outright denial, which the Planning Commission begrudgingly granted. They now have 180 days to meet with a special committee of the Planning Commission to overhaul the project.

Resident Steve Mayer, who became interested on behalf of an aging

neighbor whose home abuts the property, spent countless hours researching and preparing for this hearing.

In his presentation he demonstrated that the developers had been lessthan truthful about parking, trip generation analysis, and traffic impacts, among other things.

Mayer also pointed out that Los Angeles’ historic consultant is not considered qualified in Beverly Hills to make the historic determination about the buildings, which were deemed by them “not significant.”

In fact, several residents were present to add to their support to the correspondence objecting to the project.

Clearly, the evidence presented to the Planning Commission was persuasive.

With this rejection, the developer must start over with both Los Angeles and Beverly Hills.

Efforts to apply for historic designation have been placed on hold, said Mayer, to fund the CEQA lawsuit.

However, architect Edith Mortensen Northman, Los Angeles’ first female architect, is being considered for Master Architect status. Several of her residential buildings have become landmarked.

“One-hundred-percent of the residences contribute to the district’s significance,” wrote Beverly Hills historic consultant Jan Ostashay, “making North Oakhurst’s Residential Historic District a cohesive representation of Period Revival style multi-family residences.”

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newspaper to stay informed.

“I wanted to know what was going on for myself,” Clinton said. “I didn’t want to have to rely on my teachers or parents to give me the news.”

That led to a five-year-old Chelsea writing President Ronald Reagan a letter, pleading with him not to visit the Bitburg cemetery in Germany because Nazi's were buried there.

“I didn’t think an American President should be going to a Nazi cemetery,” Clinton told the students. “I had read about it in the newspaper and just wanted to make sure my voice was heard.”

Clinton called life in the White House “extraordinary, but also very normal” saying behind closed doors, she had a regular family life like any of her friends.

When asked by a student

MEL SPITZ (Continued from page 5)

the media director. It was our understanding, as well as his, that he possessed the authority to grant this permission. If in fact, this is not the case, we apologize for any misunderstanding” BHHS Principal David Jackson told The Courier Wednesday that it is believed the video was filmed during the Board of Education’s most recent meeting, on Sept. 29. Jackson said a custodian working in the building let unidentified people into the classroom after they approached him and convinced him they had received clearance to use the classroom.

Jackson said it is not believed that District camera equipment was used to film the YouTube spot, as it was all in use to live stream the ongoing Board of Education meeting.

Jackson confirmed that he was never given notice of use of the classroom for filming.

“I would not have approved it, absolutely not,” Jackson said. “You have to pay for the rental of the room, provide proof of insurance, all the sorts of things we do in situations like that.”’

Romeo Carey, the longtime BHHSMedia Director in question, flatly refutes the allegation from Spitz’s campaign that he gave any sort of approval.

Carey told The Courier Thursday that he received a call on Sept. 29 from Neil Gordon, the father of a former student of Carey’s. Neil asked to use a hallway in the building for filming, but never told Carey what filming would be done.

Carey said he didn’t give permission, but asked Gordon to come meet with him in the K-BEV studios at BHHS and they would discuss the matter.

Carey went on about his business directing the student-produced live stream of the Board of Education meeting, and didn’t see Gordon until after the

what her “one wish” would be, if she could be granted any wish, Clinton said that was an easy answer.

“Truly equal rights for girls and women across the world.”

Clinton said, matter of factly.

Beverly Vista was selected as the only school in the Los Angeles area that Clinton visited on her book tour.

“I am thrilled that our students are being given the opportunity to hear from someone who has been involved in public service for so many years. Service learning is deeply ingrained in the culture of Beverly Vista and I believe Chelsea Clinton's visit will reinforce in our students the message of service to others.”

Beverly Vista Principal Christian Fuhrer said.

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video was done filming.

“When I saw them I had no clue what had transpired, no clue as to the nature of what they were doing,” Carey. “He simply asked about shooting a video on campus and I said come on down and we’ll talk about it. i thought we were going to have a conversation.”

In an e-mail to The Courier Thursday, Gordon claims Carey was well aware of everything that transpired with the video shoot.

“On Monday, September 28, 2015, I phoned Romeo Carey, Media Director at BHHS, and informed him that I was doing a political commercial for one of the candidates for the Beverly Hills School Board and that I wanted to shoot on September 29, 2015, at the Beverly Hills High School, either in a hallway or a classroom,” Gordon said. “Mr. Carey said that I had his permission to shoot there. I reiterated, “So that’s it, we’re clear to shoot,” and Mr. Carey replied, “Yes.” The video shows Spitz in a classroom, walking along a row of desks and stating his case for election to the school board. At the end of the video, he is joined by his grandson, a fifth-grader at El Rodeo.

Jackson said in light of the filming of the video, BHHS is working to heighten enforcement efforts on who is allowed on campus.

“We are talking to our night staff, custodial staff and everyone here to make sure they understand that unless someone has a permit they can show them, to get a hold of myself or one of my assistant principals if there are any concerns,” Jackson said.

Spitz is one of five candidates running for three open seats in the Board of Education election on Nov. 3.

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Chirillo, who had served as the DARE coordinator for Beverly Hills, working in the schools, until the program was dropped.

Immediately upon his retirement only months later, Chirillo became the head of Campus Security for the Beverly Hills Unified School District under EBI. McLaughlin found Chirillo to be a poor employee, and he was fired within months of beginning operations with BHUSD. But he was rehired after Snowden told McLaughlin BHUSD would drop the contract without Chirillo.

EBI suffered tremendous financial difficulties under Chirillo’s management style and last November, they were forced to end their BHUSD operations suddenly.

Then-Chief Snowden, who failed to reflect the full tenure of his employment by EBI on

POST OFFICE (Continued from page 4)

postal customers report that the service is rude and unfriendly.

Here are the letters generated by Mayor Julian Gold: Dear Congressman Lieu, As you may know, Beverly Hills citizens have been very vocal recently in their complaints about the local postal service. I am attaching a letter I recently sent to Beverly Hills Postmaster Koula Fuller expressing the City Council’s concern.

We would greatly appreciate any assistance you can give us at the federal level to address these problems.

Sincere Regards, Julian Gold, Mayor City of Beverly Hills ••• Dear Ms. Fuller, I am writing on behalf of the Beverly Hills City Council to express our strong concern about reports of missed deliveries, discarded mail and other problems a the Beverly Hills Post Office. The outpouring of complaints from residents and businesses points to a serious breakdown of service.

I urge the postal service to conduct an operational and process review to evaluate options for improved service an enhanced efficiency. We count on reliable mail service every day, both in our personal lives and our businesses, and would like to know that these reports are taken seriously and measure are underway to resolve these issues.

Sincerely, Julian Gold, Mayor City of Beverly Hills ••• Congressman Ted Lieu (33rd District, Beverly Hill) responded: "Over the past few months, I have received a number of complaints from my constituents about poor mail service in Beverly Hills. I take these complaints very seriously and I have personally met with Unit-

his financial Form 700 disclosures, denied any involvement in the EBI contract that employed mostly former Beverly Hills and Costa Mesa police officers that had worked for him.

Under scrutiny, Snowden produced a letter that was signed by former City Manager Jeff Kolin, which gave him permission for outside employment. However, a second required signature from Human Resources was not there.

Following a Public Information Request from The Courier, it was also disclosed that Snowden used his public email account on EBI matters, which is strictly forbidden.

The new municipal code will require the approval of the City Council for all outside employment proposals for Department Heads, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, or any Deputy City Manager, and all Executive Management.

“The policy needs to be clear,” said Vice Mayor John ed States Postal Service (USPS) officials, including the Beverly Hills Post Master Koula Fuller, about this issue.

During the meeting, USPS officials assured me the Postal Police investigated and confirmed that any mail being destroyed is trash or bulk mail.

They also listed several steps they are taking to improve counter service, correct mail delivery problems, including vacation holds, and prevent mail theft. In addition, USPS officials told me that they are working on refitting business group mail boxes with tamper resistant locks and as of October 1 they have assigned a new USPS regional manager, Mr. Alfred Santos.

I am encouraged that USPS is responding quickly to these complaints and I will continue to work with the Postal Service and the community to keep the pressure on until these problems have been resolved."

••• Unfortunately, the Congressman does not get our mail. If he did, he would understand that the situation is definitely not improving. Instead, Koala Fuller is MIA. Here is a response to a letter from Postmaster Fuller copied to The Courier Thursday. In it, Fuller reiterates that she is available by phone.

Again, she points out that she was reassigned for eight years, in which there was no single person in charge or accountable in Beverly Hills. Clearly, our readers tell us, she is not available by phone. We could not reach her.

Dear xxx, Thank you for getting in touch. I have been away from the Beverly Hills Post Office for some time and am sorry I have not personally received the letters you sent. The usual protocol is for such letters to be directed to the person, who was in charge at the time, for response.

I’m sorry for the occasional late-in-the-day delivery. Some-

BEVERLY HILLS Mirisch. “Outside employment is the exception, rather than the rule. There is too much potential for conflict. It should be rare.”

Salaried department heads and executive management theoretically, must be available at all times. The City recognizes that some positions, for example a teaching position in an employee’s area of expertise, could potentially benefit the City’s reputation.

With salaries exceeding $250,000, however, it remains questionable why the City even tolerates any outside employment for executive employees, considering the risk of conflict of interest and undue influence peddling.

The objective is to provide an additional level of transparency by requiring an additional level of approval that could avoid the potential for situations that may arise such as the EBI incident.

times staffing, heavy volume or other circumstances cause our carriers to deliver on overtime.

This is something we try to avoid, if at all possible, but we will deliver to every resident and business in the City each day, regardless of how long it takes to do so. It can be normal for mail volume to fluctuate from day to day. Our goal is to deliver every piece of First Class Mail every day, but we can and do adjust standard mail delivery to balance the carrier’s workload.

Our delivery routes are regularly audited and adjusted by management and a letter carrier can also request that it be done. Part of this process includes an auditor walking the route with the carrier to gauge the time it takes to actually deliver the mail and packages.

These audits are to maintain delivery routes as close to eight hours of work as possible. I know our letter carriers work very hard and I appreciate you making that reference.

The collection boxes in Beverly Hills are a standard, national design. I am happy to pass along your observations to US Postal Service Headquarters in Washington DC. I have been away from the Beverly Hills Post Office for eight years, but am pleased to be back now and am working very hard to improve service.

We are hiring more employees and providing more training in an effort to serve you better.

Please feel free to contact me any time, if you have questions or concerns. You can reach me directly on my office phone at 310 247 3404 or by email at koula.fuller@usps.gov.

You may also contact Postal Consumer Affairs at 800 ASK USPS (800 275-8777) Thank you, again, for getting in touch.

Sincerely, Koula Fuller Postmaster Beverly Hills CA 902109998

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Diller Foundation Seeking Nominations For Annual Tikum Olam Awards, Scholarships The Helen Diller Family Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2016 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards, a program that recognizes up to 15 Jewish teens annually with $36,000 each to be used in support of a social justice project or to further their education.

Up to five teens from California and 10 from other communities nationwide will be acknowledged for demonstrating leadership and successfully working to make the world a better place.

Anyone interested in nominating a teen, or any teen interested in self-nominating, may visit www.dillerteenawards.org to begin the nomination process. The deadline is Dec. 1, In its nine-year history, the Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards has given more than $2.5 million to 70 teens from more than 20 U.S. communities.

Past recipients of the Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards have made their mark through projects that champion a wide range of causes including: changing attitudes about bullying and special needs through peer-to-peer programs, outfitting a school district with solar power, building water wells in Tanzania and Nicaragua, improving life for kids with incarcerated parents, fighting hunger and promoting nutrition in lowincome communities, and many more.

The Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards is one of many projects funded by the Helen Diller Family Foundation, a suppor ting foundation of the Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin, and Sonoma Counties, to develop leadership in teens and enhance Jewish education.

Qualifications for nominations: • Teens may be nominated by any community member who knows the value of their project (except a family member) or may self-nominate.

• Each candidate must be a U.S. resident aged 13-19 years old at the time of nomination, who self-identifies as Jewish.

• Community service projects may benefit the general or Jewish community, with impact locally, nationally, or world-wide.

• Teens’ work must be as volunteers—without compensation for their services.

To nominate: Complete the online form at www.dillerteenawards.org.

For more information, email dillerteenawards@sfjcf.org or call 415-5126432.

Music Center Spotlight Award Deadline Nears The deadline is Oct. 19 for Southern California high school students interested in the performing arts to apply now to be a part of the 28th annual free Spotlight arts education and scholarship program presented by The Music Center.

The annual program offers arts training, experience and workforce development skills taught by professional artists and arts administrators and awards more than $100,000 in scholarships.

All students who apply receive written feedback from a panel of judges and a certificate of achievement. In addition, they receive valuable audition experience and knowledge in their performance disciplines through master classes and per formance. Spotlight concluded grand finale June 11 at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

For more information, including details on how to apply in each category—acting, ballet, classical instrumental, classical voice, jazz instrumental, non-classical dance and non-classical voice—visit http://musiccenter.org/spotlight.

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

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Celebrating are Joe R. Eisaman, Scott Bakula, Vivienne Della Chiesa and Nance Mitchell (Oct. 9); Jessica Harper, Susan Prinz-Brites, Alan Rachins, Michele Gold, Zak Zakheim, David Lee Roth, Tanya Tucker and Ben Vereen (Oct. 10); Eleanor Moscatel, Joan Cusack, Daryl Hall, Earle Hyman, Ron Leibman and Luke Perry (Oct.11); Herb Young, Susan Anton, Deanna Samson, Herbert Young, Dick Gregory and Robert Bartley (Oct. 12), Timmi Masters, Robbie Anderson, Ray Brown, Leslie McRae, Marie Osmond, Paul Simon and Demond Wilson (Oct. 13) Deanna Samson, Harry Anderson, Jeanne Uzelac, Greg Evigan, Reinhard “Ray” Prinz, Roger Moore, and Ralph Lauren (Oct. 14); Linda Lavin and Penny Marshall (Oct. 15); and belatedly Erika Glazer (Sept. 18) Susan Prinz-Brites Reinhard Prinz

Michele Gold

Deanna Samson

Jeanne Uzelac

Frances Allen’s

Robert Anderson

Desert Roundup Herb Young

Eleanor Moscatel Timmi Masters

Joan Mangum The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts and American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra will host the Duet Gala at The Wallis, honoring Beverly Hills philanthropist Bram Goldsmith (pictured below), the center’s founding chair and chairman emeritus of City National Bank.

The Nov. 10 black tie fundraiser will feature cocktails, dinner and a concert by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by legendary maestro Zubin Mehta.

It is co-chaired by Stacey Snider of 20th Century-Fox and her husband, music producer Gary Jones.

To purchase a table or tickets to this event, visit: thewallis.org/duetgala or call: 310-746-4001. ****** The British Academy of Film and Television Arts celebrated the recent Emmy weekend with its annual BAFTA Los Angeles TV Tea, held the afternoon prior to the Primetime Emmy Awards Among those spotted... Adrien Brody, Alfie Enoch, Beau Bridges, Carice Van Houten, Edie Falco, Gwendoline Christie, Isabelle Fuhrmann, Katharine McPhee, Kelly Brook, Khandi Alexander, Kiernan Shipka, Laura Carmichael, Lorraine Tourssaint, Malcolm-Jamal

Zak Zakheim

Erika Glazer

Joe Eisaman

Sophie Turner, Timothy Hutton, and Uzo Adubo. ****** Viennese elegance awaits the Loren L. Zachary Society for the Performing Arts and its guests at the “Viennese Luncheon,” Oct. 25 in the Four Seasons. Under the auspices of Ulrike Ritzinger, consul general of Austria, the honoree is actress Barbara Rush in recognition of her professional humanitarian accomplishments in the performing arts.

Proceeds support the 44th annual Loren L. Zachary National Vocal Competition assisting in the development of the careers of young opera singers. Michele Patzakis, soprano and artistic director, along with Anna-Lisa Hackett, soprano; Ryan Thorn, baritone; Peter Hubner, trumpeter; and Laszlo Cser, pianist, will perform accompanied by Daniel Faltus, music director.

Chair Nedra Zachary is assisted by committee members Mary Levin Cutler, Adele Daniller, Mitzi Eisenberg, Carolyn Fried, Vivian Gall, Alma Guzman, Myrna Hansen, Ora Jenkins, Tami Kudo, Mona Lands, Sharron Levey, Ellen Melton, Naomi Nedelman, Sandra Paskus, Susan Patzakis, Erika Ross, Jennifer Harris-Sliskovich, Natasha Trenev, Ellie Urcis, Barbara Wilson, Marilyn Wulliger and Rosalind Zane.

For reservations call 310-276-2731. ****** I ran into Stephen Kayne and was excited to find out about Chaser, a new store he opened with partners. It will distribute a L.A.-based a contemporary clothing line dedicated to the evolution of style. Check it out at 134. S. Robertson Blvd. from 11 a.m. daily

Ever since Jan.1988, and the raising of the first curtain of the first performance of the 1,127-seat theatre and concert venue known as the McCallum Theatre, local residents have had access to world-class entertainment and entertainers in centrally-located Palm Desert.

From its inception, the McCallum has operated as a non-profit with more than 400 volunteers serving as ushers and other staff during performances. In addition, it offers an educational outreach program to schools across the valley featuring private showings of concerts and plays to teachers and their classes.

Each year, the McCallum features its fall season with an annual gala, an event featuring top entertainment and dining. This year’s will be Thursday, Dec.3, with dinner at one of four local spots: Cuistot, Jillian’s, La Spiga or Wally’s.

After that, guests proceed to the McCallum for the entertainment portion of the evening which will feature prolific singer/songwriter Paul Anka, who will be accompanied by his own 15-piece orchestra.

Also appearing on the McCallum stage will be honoree Helene Galen, vice-chair of the McCallum’s board and an uncommonly generous supporter of so many organizations and causes throughout the Desert.

Judi Cohen can provide more information at 760-776-6186. Tickets are limited and this event is always SRO. ****** No less a cultural icon than the McCallum, the Palm Springs Art Museum has announced that one of the most important collections of modern art ever assembled is the exhibition of “A Passionate Eye: The Weiner Family Collection,” now through Jan. 31.

Comprised of 61 sculptures and paintings, this represents the largest survey of the collection and includes numerous works new to the museum. Among those on view are multiple sculptures by Pablo Picasso, Henry Moore, Jacques Lipchitz and Marino Marini, as well as individual masterworks by Amedeo Modigliani, Jean Arp and Isamu Noguchi.

Call 760-760-322-4800 for information. ****** Sunnylands, home of The Annenberg Retreat, is commemorating Dia de los Muertos with a variety of free activities that celebrate life, community and the tradition of remembrance. A custom in Mexico that dates back to the Aztecs, this is an observance of deceased family members celebrated with altars and art.

Oct. 29 through Nov. 1, visitors will view Dia de los Muertos altars and a giant skull. However, the fun begins a week earlier, on Oct 24. In the morning, families with children of all ages are invited to a hands-on workshop to learn about the “Catrina,” an elegant and well-dressed female skeleton. Then, in the afternoon, children age 9 upwards will create “oficios,” tiny clay skeleton sculptures depicting scenes of everyday life.

Both workshops are free but require reservations at 760-202-2254.

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WORLD WAR II CELEBRATION–Renowned Chinese artist Cao Yong (center), whose paintings are in the White House, Valley Forge and museums throughout the globe, unveiled his latest masterwork at a World War II celebration aboard the S.S. Lane Victory in San Pedro. He is joined (from left) by the American Legion’s Peter Bernard of Beverly Hills, coordinator Marsha Covin, TV personality Juliette Zhuo, and Elaine duPont Bernard of Beverly Hills who sang the Star Spangled Banner for the occasion. The historic landmark S.S. Lane Victory now serves as a living museum and memorial for its service in WWII, Korea and Vietnam.

WEDDING–Hotel Bel-Air was the site for the wedding of Cameron and Ekaterina (Kate) Lazaroff-Puck, formerly Ekaterina Titova.

Cameron, the son of Barbara Lazaroff and Wolfgang Puck of Beverly Hills, is a PhD candidate at the University of Minnesota. The bride is a consultant at McKinsey & Co. and a Harvard MBA candidate. The couple resides in Boston.

Photo by Cliff Kramer

PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS– Joining in the fun at the Governors Ball following the recent Primetime Emmy Awards were actress Nicey Nash, winner of “Best Actress in a Comedy,” Jarvee Hutcherson, president of the Beverly Hills-headquartered Multicultural Motion Picture Association, and actress Allison Janney, who presented Nash with her award. Photo by Eric Jones

PARS LUNCHEON–The non-profit Pars Equality Center, which

provides social and legal services to the Iranian-American community, hosted its “Power of Community” luncheon at the SLS Hotel on La Cienega. The event raised nearly $150,000. Pictured (from left): emcees TV reporter Shirin Rajaee and actor David Diaan (The Brink and Homeland) with PEC founder Bita Daryabari, and actor Navid Negahban (American Sniper andHomeland).

DEAL WITH IT–More than 325 were on hand at Montage Beverly Hills for the Motion Picture & Television Fund’s 3rd annual “Deal With It; A Women’s Conference. Known for their community involvement and activism. Pictured are actresses Beth Grant, Frances Fisher and Sharon Lawrence with MPTF CEO Bob Beticher (right). Discussions involved volunteering, politics and philanthropy with more than 50 speakers at the event. MPTF is the entertainment industry’s leading charitable organization.

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Astrology

By Holiday Mathis TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 9). You still have the magic. In fact, you have more of it than you did last year. Stop doubting yourself and get busy. A new area of study will lead to better income and improved living. One friend will open up your social life to many more. December through February requires great discipline, and you'll be rewarded for it. Cancer and Sagittarius people adore you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You're thinking big, but starting small. This is the best way. Incremental gains have staying power. You'll avoid future trouble by doing it right from the ground up.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Most things that are available for purchase lose value immediately after the buy -- most things, but not all things. Search out rare gems. You have a terrific sense of what's going to be collectible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You're willing to sacrifice for the team as long as it's a meaningful sacrifice. You want to get to the end of the day and feel like it really mattered, if not to you, then to someone you care about.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). In time you'll learn what everyone was thinking today -- the good, bad and indifferent. Wait until then to judge it. Now is the time to get involved to the point that you couldn't care less what the others think.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your cosmic bonus will be time with people who like you for who you are. This frees you up to do your best in the ways in which you are compelled rather than in the ways that are expected of you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). You're even more magnetic and mysterious than usual. This attracts all kinds of interesting scenarios. For instance, someone from your past could return wanting another chance with you.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). Sometimes you just have to do the job you have instead of one you wished for. The good news is once you commit to hunkering down, the hard part goes by quickly.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). You've seen the attitude you want -- someone else is wearing it well. It will look even better on you. A change of attitude will bring a change of circumstances.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). If you win today's challenge, you'll get a prize. But if you lose, you'll get something far more valuable: an education you can apply over and over until you can win and win consistently.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You're someone's hero, and the responsibility isn't one you take lightly.

Even heroes need a break, and this weekend will provide you with one, eventually -- although not before Sunday.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Anyone can resist authority, and most do But resisting authority with grace, style and effectiveness–now that's remarkable. You could pull off such a stunt brilliantly today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). No one can judge a performance that hasn't yet happened, and you should refrain from making assessments before you get out there and prove what you can do.

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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015226392 The following is/are doing business as: NETHER LAND 17109 Avenida De La Herradura, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; Jason Cosgrove 1275 Warner Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90024; Aron Cowen 18631 Collins St. #29, Tarzana, CA 91356; Joseph Willis 17109 Avenida De La Herradura, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; Rebecca Samson 1915 Marshallfield Lane #1, Redondo Beach, CA 90278; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Jason Cosgrove, General Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 01, 2015; Published: September 18, 25, October 02, 09, 2015 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015227810 The following is/are doing business as: RUMBLE KULTURE ENT. 3127 Castle Heights Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90034; William E. White 3127 Castle Heights Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90034; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: William E. White, Numero Uno: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 02, 2015; Published: September 18, 25, October 02, 09, 2015 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015239184 The following is/are doing business as: POCKET SQUARE LOFT 10573 W. Pico Blvd. #50, Los Angeles, CA 900642348; MXM Holdings, LLS 10573 W. Pico Blvd. #50, Los Angeles, CA 90064-2348; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Shilo Burchfield, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 16, 2015; Published: September 25, October 02, 09, 16, 2015 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015239183 The following is/are doing business as: VICTORIA GORDON TELEVISION 157 S. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #1265, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Victoria Gordon 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #1265, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Victoria Gordon, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 16, 2015; Published: September 25, October 02, 09, 16, 2015 LACC N/C

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Mossadeghnia 8227 Blackburn Ave. #5, Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Mohammad Reza Mossadeghnia, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 22, 2015; Published: September 25, October 02, 09, 16, 2015 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015243320 The following is/are doing business as: 1) U.S. VETERANS HOME LOANS 2) US VETERANS HOME LOANS 3) LENDING SENIORS 4) REVERSE MORTGAGE CENTER 1141 Highland Ave. #C, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; Mortgage Bank of California 1141 Highland Ave. #C, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Michael Dallal, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 21, 2015; Published: October 02, 09, 16, 23, 2015 LACC N/C

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015239182 The following is/are doing business as: TOO LEGIT 1605 Lucile Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026; Supahsmaht, Inc. 1605 Lucile Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Frankie Shaw, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 16, 2015; Published: September 25, October 02, 09, 16, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2015 LACC N/C STATEMENT 2015243319 The following is/are doing business as: VENUS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME MOON RECORDS 1619 N. La Brea STATEMENT 2015239181 The follow- Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028; Nadia ing is/are doing business as: RAIN- Sahari Productions, LLC 1619 N. La BOW GALLERY 7412 Fulton Ave., Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028; North Hollywood, CA 91605; BLSSD The business is conducted by: A LIMInc. 8255 Beverly Blvd. #100, Los ITED LIABILITY COMPANY, regisAngeles, CA 90048; The business is trant(s) has NOT begun to transact conducted by: A CORPORATION, business under the name(s) listed registrant(s) has NOT begun to trans- herein: Nadia Sahari, Manager: act business under the name(s) list- Statement is filed with the County of ed herein: Bahram Ravan, CEO: Los Angeles: September 21, 2015; Statement is filed with the County of Published: October 02, 09, 16, 23, Los Angeles: September 16, 2015; 2015 LACC N/C Published: September 25, October 02, 09, 16, 2015 LACC N/C FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015243318 The followFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME ing is/are doing business as: STATEMENT 2015243501 The follow- AMEDEO DIALECT SERVICES 145 ing is/are doing business as: MRM S. Elm Dr. #12, Beverly Hills, CA PROFESSIONAL PAINTING 8227 90212; Esther F. Caporale 145 S. Blackburn Ave. #5, Los Angeles, CA Elm Dr. #12, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 90048; Mohammad Reza The business is conducted by: AN

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015246976 The following is/are doing business as: ROSIE NAVI DESIGN 1801 Loma Vista Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Rosa Navi 1801 Loma Vista Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Rosa Navi, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 24, 2015; Published: October 02, 09, 16, 23, 2015 LACC N/C

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015251210 The following is/are doing business as: 1) BUILDING CAPITAL 2) BCI REALTORS 3) BCI REALTY 9595 Wilshire Blvd. #900, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Building Capital, Inc. 9595 Wilshire Blvd. #900, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein 2004: David Parry, CEO/President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 30, 2015; Published: October 09, 16, 23, 30, 2015 LACC N/C

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THE NEW YORK TIMES SUNDAY MAGAZINE CROSSWORD PUZZLE

1 Bye at Wimbledon 5 Bonnie who sang “Nick of Time” 10 Needle holder 13 Pop star with the fragrance Miami Glow 16 Scientist Pavlov 17 Move unsteadily 18 Ike’s charge during W.W. II 19 What King was king of 21 *Shrink who’s always changing his diagnosis?

24 Piece in early Indian chess sets 25 Grasp 26 **What ballet patrons dine on?

28 One side of a childish debate … or a phonetic hint to the answers to the four starred clues 30 Take care of 31 Lipton rival 32 30 Rock’s location 34 Bend 37 Arias, typically 39 Aerosol sound 40 *Oregon State’s mascot played by actress Arthur?

47 Festoon 50 Pick in class 51 Assuming it’s even possible 53 Cross, with “off” Online subscriptions: Today’s puzzle and more ANSWERS FOUND than 4,000 past puzzles, nytimes.com/crosswords IN NEXT ($39.95 a year).

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54 **A deal on Afro wigs?

60 Commercial lead-in to Balls or Caps 63 “Couldn’t be” 64 Not so awesome 65 Court positions 66 In need of a cracker, perhaps 68 Listen to Christmas carolers?

72 Slipshod 73 Overlook 74 Multiple-choice options 75 Justice Kagan 77 Post-op locale 79 Cold War-era territory: Abbr.

80 *How actor Bill feels about houseguests?

86 Hershiser of the 1980s-’90s Dodgers 87 Cannabis ____ (marijuana) 88 Chicago suburb 92 Removes from a can?

95 **Find cake or Jell-O in the back of the fridge?

97 Hunger 98 Drawbridge locale 100 The Spartans of the N.C.A.A. 101 PBS benefactor 102 And other stuff 105 Misconstrue, as words 109 Other side of a childish debate … or a phonetic hint to the answers to the four double-starred clues 113 *Fall colors?

117 Talk down?

120 Yawnfest 121 **Question from El Al security?

123 Like lightning rounds 124 Tear-stained, e.g.

125 Investigate, as a cold case 126 Pianist Gilels 127 “Woo-hoo!”

128 Half of a classic Mad magazine feature 129 County of Salem, Mass.

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1 Small scrap 2 New Balance competitor 3 Employing strategy 4 Pyramid crosses 5 Rubbish 6 Cause of some impulsive behavior, for short 7 It might begin with a “What if …?”

8 Beach walkers 9 Mere vestige 10 They may have you going the wrong way 11 Announcer’s cry after a field goal 12 What knows the drill, for short?

13 It has a variety of locks and pins 14 Like buffalo meat visà-vis beef and pork 15 Vegas casino with the mascot Lucky the Leprechaun 17 Show piece

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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015241245 The following is/are doing business as: AOE GLOBAL 2331 S. Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016; Robin Harris 2331 S. Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Robin Harris Jr., Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 18, 2015; Published: October 09, 16, 23, 30, 2015 LACC N/C

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33 Pro’s position 35 Check 36 Brunch spot 38 “Fire away!”

41 Dress at the altar 42 PC part of interest to audiophiles 43 Author Seton 44 Kick back 45 First name in long jumps 46 Open again, as a keg 48 Sounds of fall?

49 Odette’s counterpart in “Swan Lake” 52 QB Tony 55 “Over my dead body!”

56 Prefix with realism 57 London jazz duo?

58 Sudden turns 59 Belgian river to the North Sea 60 Play for a fool 61 Restaurant chain founded by a celebrity chef 62 Febreze target 67 Goof 69 Greeting on el teléfono 70 Supercharges, with “up” 71 Get one’s hands on some dough?

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PUBLIC NOTICES BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE INVITING BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Beverly Hills Unified School District of Los Angeles County, California, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as the “Owner” or “District”, will receive prior to 2:00 PM on the 20th day of October, 2015 sealed bids for the award of a Contract for the following: BID NO. 15-16/003 BUILDING B LOW VOLTAGE CABLING AT HORACE MANN SCHOOL All bids shall be made and presented only on the forms presented by the Owner. Bids shall be received in the Office of the BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT at 255 South Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90212 and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above state time and place. Any bids received after the time specified above or after any extensions due to material changes shall be returned unopened.

The Contract Time is to be determined, but shall be coordinated to avoid delaying the General Contractor’s schedule for completion of the related work.

CONTRACTOR should consult the General Conditions, Special Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, and General Requirements regarding Milestones and Liquidated Damages.

Basis of Award Owner shall award the Work to one of the three lowest responsive responsible bidders pursuant to Public Contract Code section 20118.1.

Bid Documents Bid Documents will be available for prospective bidders and subcontractors beginning on/or after 5:00 PM, September 25, 2015. Electronic Bid Documents are available from the Beverly Hills Unified School District Website at www.bhusd.org , and at the District’s Facilities and Planning Department 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills CA at (310) 551-5100, Ext. 2390 at no cost to the contractor. To the extent required by Public Contract Code Section 20103.7, the District shall also make the Contract Documents available for review at the following plan rooms: • • • •

Planwell – C2 Reprographics – www.c2repro.com FW Dodge Mcgraw Hill – www.construction.com iSQFT – www.isqft.com Reed Construction Data – www.reedconstructiondata.com

Miscellaneous Information There will be a mandatory Pre-Bid Conference at 2:00 PM on October 7, 2015, at Horace Mann School, 8701 Charleville Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA 90211. Any Contractor bidding on the Project who fails to attend the entire mandatory job walk and conference will be deemed a non-responsive bidder and will have its bid returned unopened.

Each bidder shall be a licensed contractor pursuant to the California Business and Professions Code, and be licensed to perform the work called for in the Contract Documents. The successful bidder must possess a valid and active Class C-7 or C10 License at the time of award and throughout the duration of this Contract. The Contractor’s California State License number shall be clearly stated on the bidder’s proposal Subcontractors shall be licensed pursuant to California law for the trades necessary to perform the Work called for in the Contract Documents.

Each bid must strictly conform with and be responsive to the Contract Documents as defined in the General Conditions.

The Owner shall award a Contract for the completion of the Work pursuant to Public Contract Code section 20118.1. Public Contract Code section 20118.1 authorizes school districts to contract with one of the three lowest responsible bidders for the procurement and/or maintenance of electronic data processing systems and supporting software in any manner the Governing Board deems appropriate including, but not limited to, negotiated procurement. Thus, the Owner may conduct post-bid discussions and negotiations with the three lowest responsible bidders and select the winning bidder or bidders based on these discussions. By submitting a bid, all bidders agree to engage in good-faith negotiations with the Owner if identified by the Owner as one of the three lowest responsible bidders and understand that a Contract may be negotiated and awarded to ANY of the three lowest responsible bidders who fits the needs and best interest of the Owner as solely determined by the Owner.

In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 22300, the Owner will permit the substitution of securities for any moneys withheld by the Owner to ensure performance under the Contract.

Prevailing wages are applicable to the Project. These per diem rates, including holiday and overtime work, as well as employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, and similar purposes, are available from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 1720 et seq., it shall be mandatory upon the Contractor to whom the Contract is awarded, and upon any subcontractor under such Contractor, to pay not less than the said specified rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Contract.

A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in the Labor Code, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded.

The Contractor and all subcontractors shall furnish certified payroll records as required pursuant Labor Code section 1776 directly to the Labor Commissioner in accordance with Labor Code section 1771.4 on at least on a monthly basis (or more frequently if required by the District or the Labor Commissioner) and in a format prescribed by the Labor Commissioner. Monitoring and enforcement of the prevailing wage laws and related requirements will be performed by the Labor Commissioner/ Department of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE).

Separate payment and performance bonds, each in an amount equal to 100% of the total Contract amount issued by a California admitted surety as defined in California Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120, are required, and shall be provided to the Owner prior to execution of the Contract and shall be in the form set forth in the Contract Documents.

Where applicable (including projects receiving funding under the State School Facilities Program), bidders must meet the requirements set forth in Public Contract Code Section 10115 et seq., Military and Veterans Code Section 999 et seq. and California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 1896.60 et seq. regarding Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (“DVBE”) Programs.

It is each bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure its bid is timely delivered and received at the location designated as specified above. Any bid received at the designated location after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids shall be returned to the bidder unopened.

PUBLICATION DATES: September 25, 2015 and October 2, 2015

Trustee Sale No. : 00000004731970 Title Order No.: 7301501157-70 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/09/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/26/2005 as Instrument No. 05 2056845 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JEREMY NORRIE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S C H E C K / C A S H 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: 10/28/2015 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: 1330 NORTH CRESCENT HEIGHTS, BOULEVARD #7, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90046 APN#: 5554-006-022 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 $281,410.36.

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 00000004731970.

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 750 HIGHWAY 121 BYP, SUITE 100 LEWISVILLE, TX 75067 800-758-8052 www.homesearch.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 09/22/2015 NPP0258781 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 10/02/2015, 10/09/2015, 10/16/2015

SUMMONS (CITATION JUDICIAL) CASE NO: BC 575393 NOTICE TO DEFENDANTS: Cecil Stell and Does 1-10 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: Nicole Whitfield, an individual; Bert Whitfield, an individual; Jaunice Whitfield, an indidvidual 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: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Los Angeles Stanley Mosk Courthouse • 111 N. Hill Street • Los Angeles, CA 90012 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: Michael N. Sofris, 468 N. Camden Drive Ste. 200, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (310) 229-4505 DATE: March 11, 2014 By: Sherri R. Carter, Clerk • Shaunya Bolden, Deputy Beverly Hills Courier • Published 09/25/15, 10/02/15, 10/09/15, 10/16/15

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$5,850 to $7,000/Mo.

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EITHER CARTHAY SCHOOL OR PRIVATE RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE. FABULOUS LOCATION FOR 1031 EXCHANGE OR FUTURE INVESTMENT. VACANT TRIPLEX WITH $2,799,000 2BD. 1BA ON PROPERTY.

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

Liv rm w/ hi-ceilings, hrwd upper unit with breakfast flrs, fireplace. New kitch and formal dining room. w/ granite counters, forYard, laundry & parking. mal din breakfast area.

Single Professional

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Also Avail. for Estate/ Caretaker position.

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2009 NEWER CONSTRUCTION. ELEGANCE, DRAMATIC AND SOPHISTICATED HOME WITH GOURMAT GRANITE KICTHEN AND BATHROOM. STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, INCLUDES FAMILY ROOM + MEDIA ROOM WITH BIG SCREEN TV. $7,500/MO.

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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.

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJACENT

1 BEDROOM

310/531-3992 Great Location!

Single

Newly Updated 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

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•• •••• • • • • • • • • Balcony, air conditioning Balcony, dishwasher, dishwasher, controlled a/c, heated pool, WiFi, access bldg., WiFi, elevator controlled pool, on-sight laundry, gym, parking. access, on-site laundry, 310/477-6885 parking. Close to Brentwood Village, Close to U.C.L.A. Shops & Restaurants.

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IN BEVERLY HILLS Remodeled Top Floor ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚ On second floor with A/C, 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Sunny Corner Unit central heat, stove, In Newer Luxury Building Bright unit.

BEVERLY HILLS 237 N. Almont Dr.

Lrg. 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. + Den/Office 2nd flr, elevator, central air, pool, secured bldg, 2-sub prkg. $2,875/Mo 435 S. Maple Dr. Lrg. 2 Bd. + 2 Ba.

8560 W. Olympic Bl.

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1 Bd. + Den + 2 Ba. • NEWLY REMODLED • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • 1 BDRM, 1 BA. UPPER • • • • • IN BEVERLY HILLS • • • • • • New tiles & hardwood flrs, B R I G H T & S PA C I O U S new granite & stainless steel B E V E R LY H I L L S appliances, new paint and LIVING. window treatments. 1 car Balcony, dishwasher, parking, washer/dryer hook- elevator, intercom ups. No Pets. $2,350/MO. entry, on-site Call 818/321-1942 laundry, parking.

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 922 S. BEDFORD ST. LIGHT AND BRIGHT

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

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

C LOSE T O S HOPS & R ESTAURANTS .

310/479-0700

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3830 Vinton Ave.

• Single • • • • • • ••

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Spacious a/c, fireplace, pool, controlled access, laundry fac., prkg.

intercom entry, elevator, on-site laundry, parking.

All Utilities Paid.

310/841-2367

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Grove & Restaurants.

WiFi, a/c, intercom entry, laundry facility, H O L LY W O O D elevator, parking, pool. 1769-1775 CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., N. Sycamore Av. TO

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• • • • • SHOPPING & 1 BLK. WESTWOOD PARK. • S i n g l e • Bachelor 310/478-8616 Controlled access, Trendy Robertson Bl. • Free WiFi Access • W E S T W O O D laundry facility.

Utilities Included. ~ 310/476-3824 ~ 1380 Midvale Ave. 323/851-3790 • BRENTWOOD • BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE • • • • • • Close to Everything.

11938 Goshen Ave. 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. TOTALLY REMODELED B R E N T W O O D • • • • • • LAFAYETTE PARK 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH 904-908 Granville Av. 2 B d . + 2 B a . WiFi, pool, elevator, 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL. Bright upper unit with controlled access, on- 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath balcony. New hardwood Includes: •••••• sight laundry, parking. floors and stainless steel Granite counters, Granite counter tops, stainFireplace, balcony, C l o s e t o U . C . L . A . less steel appliances, appliances. 2 car parking.

310/473-1509 laundry facility, air conditioned, new Contact Mike at subterranean prkg. hrwd. flrs., designer 310/801-3310 Near Whole Foods. W I L S H I R E

125 N. Barrington Av.

N E W LY U P D AT E D newly remodeled on second • 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. • • • • • • • • 1 Bdrm. floor with A/C and 2 parking.

French doors in bdrm. to • $2,350/MO. + 1 Bath • Sam: 310/422-6026 patio overlooking pool • Upscale, Bright, • GORGEOUS UNITS •

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New Carpet & Custom Paint, fridge, oven. No Pets. Dishwasher, On-site • Free WiFi Access • • MIRACLE MILE • 310/473-5061 laundry, parking.

Call 310/210-6683 Tile Floors, Stove, Fridge, Close To U.C.L.A. 615 S. Cochran Ave. Close to ————— Dishwasher, A/C, Stainless ————–––– • Single • Brentwood Village. — Border of W E S T W O O D Controlled access, 310/472-8915 Steel Appliances, Balcony, BEVERLY HILLS on-sight laundry, Secured Entry, Gated Parking, 321 S. Sherbourne Dr. —————–––– 1409 Midvale Ave. • • • a/c unit, kitchenette.

BRENTWOOD • • Elevator, Laundry On Premises. • • Spacious • • 11730 SUNSET BLVD. •• • • • • •• 310/531-3992 • S i n g l e • • Close to Museums, On-Site Gym. Avail. 10/25/15 • Jr. Executive • NEWLY REMODELED •

Balcony, controlled • Jr. Executive • Light & Bright • access, a/c, stove, 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • 2nd flr, open views, central air, secured bldg, 2-car ••••••• elevator, laundry garage. $3,050/Mo Rooftop pool, facility, parking.

COMPASS GOLD PROP. deck, central air, • 310/247-8689 • Marty: 310/293-2205 BEVERLY HILLS intercom elevator, 443 S. Oakhurst Dr. Close to Cedars-Sinai, entry, on-sight laundry, Beverly Center & • • gym, parking.

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WEST L.A. 1415 Brockton Ave.

• 310/826-4889 • • WESTWOOD • —————–––– — ————–––– 10933 Rochester Ave. Pool, sauna,

$1,795 - $1,850 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH BRENTWOOD 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 519 S. Barrington Ave.

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BRENTWOOD The Carlton

11666 Goshen Ave. (•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

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finishes, balcony, ceiling fan, elevator, controlled access. Fitness ctr, yoga room, wi-fi, skyview lounge w/ outdoor fireplace, laundry facilities.

Easy freeway access 213/382-102 1

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401 S. HOOVER St. with valet, BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Central air, • • • • • • • • • • • • • lush garden WiFi, central air/heat, Bedford/Olympic pool, elevator, With Pool, balcony, • 1 Bd. + surrounding pool, fireplace, patio, 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO on-site laundry, 1 Ba. central air, fireplace, gym, elevator, etc. • controlled access, $2,150/MO. intercom entry. elevator, intercom Hrwd. flrs., granite pool, elevator, parking, • • • • • • • • Approx. 1400 Sq. ft. 320 N. La Peer Dr. counters, dishwasher, Control access, pool, laundry facility. entry, parking. gym.

Lower unit with fridge, • 310/246-0290 • • 310/476-2181 • 310/312-9871 central air, balcony. dishwasher, elevator, washer/dryer in unit on-site laundry CLOSE TO • Free WiFi • Close to shopping, Shopping & Dining in and 2 car parking. and parking.

S H O P S & D I N I N G dining & schools. Brentwood Village Call: 310/470-4474 Call 310/880-7281 213/385-4751 (•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

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BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS BRENTWOOD WESTWOOD • • N E W LY • • • • U P D A T E D • • 221 S. Doheny Dr. 11640 Kiowa Ave. 1370 Veteran Ave. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. ••••••••

Newly remodeled • Single bathroom, hardwood floors, a/c, 1-car prkg. Spacious, hardwood flrs., 336 S. Rexford Dr. huge closets, built-in $1,900/Month a/c, dishwasher, pool, 310/860-9991 elevator, controlled 310/433-1949 213/926-4213 access, laundry facilities. No pets.

BEVERLY HILLS

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BAGS WANTED

AUTOS WANTED

WANTED

CA$H FOR CAR$

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

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

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ALL TYPES OF CARS ANY YEAR • ANY MODEL

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LEASE TAKEOVER 2016 MERCEDES BENZ GT S - Band new sportcar.

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26 months left on the lease at $2,600/MO. No downpayment with option to buy.

Call 310/274-4225 OR 310/595-4580

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HIGH-END & CLASSIC CAR CALL ERIC 310/345-1487 ANTIQUES BUY & SELL

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CONTRACTORS

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• Antique Clock Repair • House Calls Available • Complete Watch Repair Specializing in grandfather clocks, mantle clocks, wall clocks, cuckoo clocks

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

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

From The Publisher

MARCIA WILSON HOBBS LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Public education in Beverly Hills needs serious remedies to be put into place.

The public mud-slinging and misinformation going on is extremely counter-productive to the educational environment of the students and to the noble efforts of the hardworking Beverly Hills faculty.

The last decade has seen a very serious corrosion of character in our school district, much of it stemming from its leadership-- alongside a limited vision, as well as self-serving political and personal agendas. The actions of former high school principal Carter Paysinger exemplify this corrosion of character, and now he is lobbying, with significant political investment, to perpetuate that corrosion from an even higher authoritative position.

This letter presents factual to counter-arguments Paysinger’s misleading statements and omissions in his recent “open letter” as a candidate for the BHUSD Board of Education.

1) Paysinger fails to mention that with his lawsuit against the school district, he extracted for his own personal gain $685,000 of public resources earmarked for our children.

2) Paysinger writes about people “abusing their power and authority to destroy someone’s career and reputation”, yet this is the very thing he did himself, many times over.

Paysinger ignores the reason why his authority and administrative capabilities became a subject for public discussion, i.e. following his dismissal of a highly talented and gifted employee (former head track coach Jeff Fisher) after levying a contrived list of charges against him. Paysinger then used similar tactics against school board members who questioned his abuse of authority.

3) Paysinger’s contention that filing his lawsuit was his “only option to correct the wrongs that had been committed” is seriously flawed, as it was Paysinger himself who committed the wrongs. His false claims and lawsuit were surely designed solely to deflect attention away from the summer sports-training camp he owned, which had come under intense public scrutiny.

The “Sports Academy” functioned to line Paysinger’s pockets with resources extracted

from students with a desire to participate in school athletics.

The business was run on the high school campus, and prior to public scrutiny, only key individuals involved in the collection of revenues for it knew that the Sports Academy’s bank to linked was account Paysinger’s own personal account. This conflict of interest was apparently not disclosed by the principal in his employment agreement, or to regulators about this extracurricular income.

Furthermore, after the troubling details of his Sports Academy came to light, instead of righting what was clearly ethically wrong, Principal Paysinger went on the offensive against the school district, citing “racism” and “discrimination”.

Thus, instead of focusing on his job to raise the academic standards of the students, and leveraging resources for the benefit of the students and facilities for which he was in charge, Principal Paysinger used his last two years as principal to launch an ocean of red-tape, which he mentions point by point in his open letter: • he filed all his legal “complaints” • demanded the investigation of the news “leaks”-- as opposed to dealing with the content of the “leaks”, i.e. his unethical position as principal receiving income from a forprofit sports camp on school property • demanded board members should “recuse themselves” • advised that he had “the right to sue” • filed his “racism” lawsuit against the school district-- a school district that had continuously employed and promoted him for over 30 years.

Paysinger’s strategy of playing the “race card” worked, and it fooled people into not looking deeper into his actions. But to us and many African Americans including Jeff Fisher, Paysinger’s “racism” lawsuit made a mockery of the genuine racism plaguing this country.

4) Paysinger writes that “it was clear the board’s bullying was never going to stop”. To us, what was clearer, was that Paysinger’s honesty was never going to start. Instead of lead-

ing with integrity, Principal Paysinger simply lied, over and over again. In the legal “independent review” document, the investigator asks how much money Paysinger as principal took in from the Sports Academy. First Paysinger answers $0. Then, a few months later, he says it was about $6,000. Then later… he admits to it being over $40,000.

5) In his open letter, Paysinger puts down the “independent review” for not being independent… but he never denounces it for not being factual.

6) Paysinger tries to justify the settlement money he got from the Beverly Hills school district ($685,000) as what was needed to pay for his legal fees for “nearly two years”. If one adds in his annual salaries, and his (many would consider, fraudulently derived-) “extracurricular income”, that makes it about $1,000,000 that he received.

But what did the high school students get from their principal in that time period-- and for all that money? Precious little. Paysinger gave interviews to Good Morning America on the high school lawn, to promote his book. He wrote letters and complaints about his “mistreatment”. He fulfilled his separate athletic responsibilities with C.I.F. But at the high school, in the job he was paid 12 months a year to do, he was sublimely disinterested and absent. Most importantly, he let the students in his charge down, they were not afforded the facilities-- or the mentorship-- that they deserved, based on the taxrevenues collected from Beverly Hills residents.

In this upcoming election, vote for someone with demonstrable integrity, someone who cares about the students. This definitely is not Carter Paysinger.

Rebecca De Mornay, Dr. Raj Batra, Dr. Anshu Batra, Larry Jonas, Alexander Yip, Charlotte Forst, Terry Perlman, Tracy Balsz and Daniel Balsz. ****** The “Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Leadership PAC” sent out a mass mailer advocating the election of certain candidates.

While they may or may not be required by law to disclose

who the “Leadership” of the PAC is or where they get their funding, as a small community we all should have the right to know who chose the selected candidates and who paid for the expensive mailer. (The mailer states, “No City or chamber of commerce funds were used for this mailer.”)

I googled “Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Leadership PAC,” and nothing came up on the first three pages. There is no officer or director of the PAC named anywhere in the mailer.

I have urged many times that any political circular should state clearly who published it and who paid for it. (Although this is letter is not on behalf of the Southwest HOA, whenever we circulate anything, our HOA name is clearly noted, and the identity of the members of our Board are certainly no secret.)

I urge the chamber to disclose who decided on whom the PAC should support, who the officers and Board members of the PAC are, the process of how the decision was made and who paid for the mailer. And to include that in any future mailings, so that the recipients are fully informed.

Ken Goldman Editor’s Note: The Courier received the names of The PAC members

from the Chamber of Commerce. There are: Mitch Dawson (PAC President), Cindy Braun (PAC Board Vice President), Jonathan Durante, Mark Egerman, Nicholas Rimedio, Charles Black and Kelly Scott. We have no information about who paid for the mailer.

****** As a resident of Beverly Hills, I believe I have a right to get the dirt, so to speak, about any and all vendors vying to win a contract to handle garbage removal in our City.

That does not mean one, some or all of these companies, including Recology (which seeks to win this bid), is in any sense a bad actor or a disreputable firm. But the dirt I refer to is a metaphor for due diligence. It is the responsibility our elected officials must undertake, and it is a civic duty every voter within Beverly Hills should perform, because whatever company gets this contract will have a monopoly concerning trash disposal in the City.

Hence the necessity of this task, made simple by running a Google search about Recology, which reveals a $1.3 million verdict against the company here, additional complaints against the company here and negative coverage in the Los Angeles Times.

I would also like to thank Beverly Hills Mayor Julian Gold for both contacting me by phone, as the City Council meeting ran past its allotted time, preventing me from asking about Recology before a live audience, and for responding to my email query about the same in a timely manner.

I encourage readers to educate themselves about Recology because there is too much at stake, and the consequences are too substantial for us to do nothing, while this company attempts to get a lucrative agreement with the City..

More to the point, I implore Recology to disclose, answer and/or resolve any outstanding matters that otherwise threaten to jeopardize its credibility, compromise its relationship with the residents of Beverly Hills and ruin its presence online.

I trust the City Council, whether it already understands the seriousness of these issues (or, is now aware of this subject), will apply strict scrutiny to Recology's RFP before making its decision.

Careful consideration should govern this process, since we should neither convict nor acquit Recology of anything untoward without having examined the facts, analyzed the law and evaluated the economics – pro and con – so the City Council can do its job without prejudice and or any preconceived notions.

It is fair to present these concerns. And it is just to ask Recology to respond to these criticisms from litigants and journalists elsewhere in California. We demand the whole story–a balanced account that gives Recology a chance to rebut to these allegations. Absent that reply, or given any reluctance (never mind outright refusal) to answer these on-the-record reports of misdeeds and public backlash, Recology risks losing everything by saying nothing and needs to address this problem right now. To delay the resolution is to deny the City of Beverly Hills the respect it deserves, while depriving residents access to the truth they must receive.

Lewis Fein ******

POLICE BLOTTER The following assaults, burglaries, robbery and grand thefts have been reported

by BHPD. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers. Losses in brackets.

10/01 400 N. Bedford Dr. ASSAULTS 09/28 Wilshire Bl. ($1,890) 10/01 100 N. Robertson Bl. 10/02 9500 Wilshire ($3,423) 10/01 400 S. Roxbury Dr. 10/02 Tower Dr./Wilshire ($40) 10/03 Burton Way/Foothill Dr. 10/03 400 S. Bedford ($1,925) 10/03 200 Moreno Dr. 10/04 200 S. La Cienega BURGLARIES 09/25 300 N. La Peer Dr. ($120) GRAND THEFTS 09/28 9600 Wilshire ($4,600) 09/28 100 N. Crescent Dr. 09/28 100 N. Crescent Dr. ($14) 09/30 9900 Robbins Dr. 09/28 200 N. Crescent Dr.($800) ($5,770) 09/30 9900 Robbins Dr. ($100) ROBBERY 10/01 300 N. La Peer Dr. ($50) 10/03 9100 Charleville Bl. 10/01 8600 Clifton Way($4,290) ($650)

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