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Beverly Hills Business Leader Warren Ackerman Dead At 95 By Matt Lopez & John L. Seitz Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. today at Hillside Memorial Park (6001 W. Centinela Ave.) for legendary Beverly Hills business leader Warren Ackerman, who died peacefully surrounded by his family Wednesday night at age 95. A major force in the City for the last six decades, Ackerman was a member of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Com-
Beverly Vista Choir performs at Beverly Gardens Park. 4
Pro ice skaters visited the Beverly Hills Holiday Ice Rink on Saturday. 4
(see ‘ACKERMAN,’ page 13)
Warren Ackerman
Mirisch’s Call For Openness In Union Negotiations Denied BV student Golda Berkman sang in Hebrew and Latin at Beverly Gardens. 5
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By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills Unified School District leaders are working to strengthen school security in the wake of last Friday’s massacre at
The 9.0 Magnitude Earthquake, Containing the Energy of 23,000 Atomic Bombs Rocked Thailand in 2004; Director Juan Antonio Bayona and his Cast Have Created an Oscar-Worthy Film in The Impossible Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE Announcements Real Estate Rentals Sales and More
(see ‘NEGOTIATIONS,’ page 21)
By Matt Lopez The City of Beverly Hills will continue its current hiring process for City department heads after a request by Vice Mayor John
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(see ‘SCHOOL SAFETY,’ page 16)
Sony Music Latin’s Nir Seroussi Set to Be Honored
Mirisch to include the City Council in the process was rebuffed by his colleagues. By John L. Seitz Mirisch had requested the Singing stars Ricky Martin, (see ‘HIRES,’ page 9) Shakira, Vincente Fernandez, Marc Anthony, Romeo Santos, C E L E B R AT I O N — J a n e t Salter had a wonderful birth- and Chayanne all share someday celebration at the thing important. Each of their Hillcrest Country Club on careers owes a big “thank you” Dec. 15. There were many to Nir Seroussi, managing direcfood stations for the guests to enjoy and hors d’oeuvres being passed out throughout the evening. The party also included a photo booth where people could take pictures as a souvenir.
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Finance Committee To Draft Resolution For School Board By Laura Coleman Frustrated by the Board of Education’s 4-1 vote last month to renew 20 permits for out-of-district students to remain in Beverly
BIRTHDAY PARTY— Former Mayor and 2013 City Council candidate Nancy Krasne had a fun birthday party on Dec. 12 with friends and family, including her radiant 91-year-old mother at Spago. Pictured (from left): Krasne, Susan Mishler, Jane Stiglitz and Marcia Harrow.
Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT, where a 20year-old gunman executed 26 people including 20 children.
City Council Decides Not To Have Input On Top Hires
George Christy, Page 6
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session. Mirisch asked his colleagues to look into adopting an ordinance similar to the
Beverly Hills Rallies To Ensure School Safety
BH/LA Realtor association installs new officers. 20
CLASSIFIEDS
By Matt Lopez Vice Mayor John Mirisch's call for more openness during negotiations with City employee unions was shot down at Tuesday's City Council study
Hills schools for at least another year, on Monday the Finance Committee decided to draft a res(see ‘FINANCE,’ page 13)
Nir Seroussi
(see ‘SEROUSSI,’ page 21)
A HOT NIGHT AT SPAGO —Les Miserables’ Anne Hathaway, Hugh Jackman and Amanda Seyfried greeted the 500 guests during the after-party of the musical’s special screening hosted by Universal at the Writers’ Guild Theatre. The crowd dined on high roller eats n’ sweets from the grand buffets. Everyone talked about the amazing singing while acting of the stars all through the movie. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.
Director Tom Hooper
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El Rodeo fourth graders held a food drive for the Westside Food Bank.
HOLIDAY CHEER—Beverly Hills High School students performed an array of musical tunes for their peers this week in preparation for this year’s annual holiday concert. Pictured above: Members from the BHHS Concert Choir, Madrigal Singers, Marching Band and the Chamber Orchestra. See page 5 for information on the band’s London trip. Courier Photo By Laura Coleman
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NOTICE OF COMMISSION VACANCY RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION – deadline to apply February 1, 2013 The Beverly Hills City Council is seeking qualified candidates to fill one vacancy on the Recreation and Parks Commission. For more information on this Commission position, please visit the City’s website at www.beverlyhills.org or call the City Clerk’s Office at (310) 285-2400. BYRON POPE, CMC City Clerk
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B E V E R LY H I L L S M A I N N E W S RETIRING C H IEF — Deputy Fire Chief Mark Embrey (pictured right with wife Jeri) received a proclamation from the City Council. He will retire at the end of the month.
HOLIDAY CAROLING—The Beverly Vista Choir performed Christmas songs during Saturday afternoon’s Beverly Gardens caroling event. The choir was among a group of performers that included BV student Golda Berkman, Horace Mann Ukulele Group and the BHHS brass band, Madrigals and Minnesingers.
Deputy Fire Chief Mark Embrey Stepping Down After 29 Years
City Council Agrees to Install Retractable Street Bollards to Help Block Off Crescent Drive
By Matt Lopez Beverly Hills Deputy Fire Chief Mark Embrey is set to retire from the BHFD at the end of the month and is looking forward to his post-work life.
By Matt Lopez In a sign that Crescent Drive could become a more permanent fixture for special events and attractions in Bev-
erly Hills, the City Council unanimously accepted a recommendation from staff to allow for retractable street bollards to be installed on Cres-
cent Drive. The bollards would be used to block off the area of (see ‘BOLLARDS,’ page 9)
CHAMPIONSHIP SKATING IN BEVERLY HILLS—U.S. Figure Skating Championship skaters David Botero (left) and Lianna Thomas (right) visited the Beverly Hills Holiday Ice Rink on Crescent Drive last Saturday afternoon. Thomas and Botero skated a practice exhibition routine for a packed crowd of skaters before taking off for a top national competition. Council member Lili Bosse arranged for the appearance.
What exactly does that life entail? Well, more work, basically. "I'm looking forward to remodeling my home," Embrey (see ‘EMBREY,’ page 21)
SEEING SANTA—Beverly Hills residents Olympia and Sofia Lifson pay their annual visit to Santa at the Paley Center for Media where along with Santa and Mrs. Claus there are free screenings of classic holiday TV specials like Frosty The Snowman and A Charlie Brown Christmas in their main theatre this Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 3 p.m.. Send your holiday fun pictures to MLopez@bhcourier.com.
Courier Photo by Matt Lopez
City Council Sets Priorities For 2013-14 By Matt Lopez Several priorities for the 2013-14 Fiscal Year were set last Friday when the Beverly Hills City Council held its annual priority setting study session at Greystone Mansion. The council was provided
with a board listing of various projects on the horizon for the City. Each councilmember was given colored stickers and were asked to place a sticker on the items that were important to them. The item that received the
most attention was the push to fight handicap placard abuse within the City limits. That had been a top item of discussion recently with the Traffic & Parking Commission. (see ‘PRIORITIES,’ page 24)
MAGIC MOMENT—A panel of three judges has decided who would be selected 19 BHUSD students for this year’s Reflections Art Program. Pictured (from left): Sharon Persovski (Beverly Vista chair), Michele Rose (Hawthorne chair), Forouzan Khalili (El Rodeo chair), Mona Kaufman (council judge), Isabel Hacker (council Reflections chair), Ilona Sherman (council judge), Pamela Trank (council judge). Courier Photo by Laura Coleman
19 BHUSD Students Head To State Art Competition By Laura Coleman Nineteen Beverly Hills Unified students were selected this month to participate at the state level in this year’s Reflections Contest. The 43-year-old
student art competition is among the largest in the nation. PTA Council Reflections Chair Isabel Hacker said the National PTA Reflections pro-
HOLIDAY WALT(Z)—Walt is a 3-month old Terrier mix puppy who will grow to be only about ten pounds. He is super friendly and would be great with other dogs, kids and even kitties. Those interested in adopting this cute little guy can contact Kira Lorsch at 4Dogs@RHLGroup.com or call FurbabyRescue.org at (213) 840-0153.
gram offers students an opportunity to express themselves creatively. This year’s theme was “The Magic of the Moment.” Stu(see ‘ART,’ page 21)
GIVING BACK—Eighth grade band members Sara Okum (flute) and Alexis Sedacca (trumpet) planned and hosted a family movie night last Friday night in the Beverly Vista band room as a fundraiser for the band and orchestra. The girls raised $1,000 for the music program. Sara and Alexis were determined to help after they heard that district funds were eliminated for instrument repairs. Elementary school students brought their families back to school Friday evening with blankets and pillows to pile on the band room floor. After a pizza dinner, and with popcorn in hand, they watched How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Pictured (from left): Alexis Sedacca, Sara Okum, and Katina Vallens.
City Council Gives OK to 9900 Wilshire Blvd. Project Changes By Matt Lopez After finding its concerns about the project properly addressed, the City Council unanimously agreed not to order a review of project changes made by Director of Community Development Susan Healy Keene to the mixed-use development at 9900 Wilshire Blvd.
The site is the former home of Robinsons-May. Vice Mayor John Mirisch requested discussion about whether or not to order a council review of the modifications. Some of Keene's changes included adjusting the space of (see ‘9900,’ page 13)
SAFE HOLIDAYS—Health and Safety Commission Chair Karen Setian stands next to the Safe Holiday Season tree at the Beverly Hills ice rink. The tree is part of the “‘Tis the Season to Be Safe” campaign, developed to create a greater awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving, driving under the influence of drugs, and distracted driving. To learn more about this campaign and to sign the holiday pledge visit www.beverlyhills.org/tistheseason.
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Planning Commission Clears Way for Outdoor Dining at New Nespresso Cafe
MARCHING TO LONDON—Members from the Beverly Hills Marching Band packed up instruments to ship overseas on Wednesday in preparation for the London New Year's Day Parade on Jan. 1. Pictured (from left): Brittany Mathalon, Richa Vijayvergiya, Alanna Montero, Sofia Orelo, Matthew Yamodim, Adolfo Giron, Amir Kashfi, David Adelpour, Hojung Kwon, Bill Bradbury (teacher), Collin Hart and Alex Aizenman. Courier Photo by Laura Coleman
By Matt Lopez Nespresso is set to begin work on its new Beverly Hills location, with an outdoor dining area, after receiving unanimous approval from the Planning Commission at last Thursday's meeting. The commission approved an openair dining permit on both private property and the public right of way, and waived four code-required parking
spaces associated with the open-air dining arrangement. Nespresso is a Swiss company that sells coffee machines and other coffee products. Its trademark Nespresso machines brew espresso from coffee capsules, a small container with ground coffee and other flavorings. It will be setting up shop at 320 N. Beverly Dr., a space (see ‘PLANNING,’ page 24)
BHHS Band Heads to London for New Year’s Day Parade Performance By Laura Coleman The Beverly Hills High School Marching Band is preparing to head to London next Thursday for a week-long trip to participate in London’s New Year’s Day Parade.
“It’s a fantastic opportunity for the band to be able to play in London in front of such a large crowd,” BHHS principal Carter Paysinger said. Beverly Hills is one of only 15 (see ‘LONDON,’ page 24)
GARDEN PARTY— Beverly Vista student Golda Berkman (left) performed stirring holiday renditions in Hebrew and Italian on Saturday at the Caroling Through the Park event at Beverly Gardens Park. Pictured is Berkman with BHEF President Annette Saleh, who was one of the event organizers.
Courier Photo by Matt Lopez
Small Business Owners Find Workaround for Crescent Drive Closure By Matt Lopez Small business owners on Crescent Drive who say their business has taken a hit with the recent closure of the street think they've found a way to help bring back some lost business.
Heidi Novian, owner of Pascal's Barber Salon, spoke out during the public speaking period of Tuesday's City Council meeting, to pitch an idea (see ‘CRESCENT,’ page 9)
FOOD DRIVE—El Rodeo 4th Graders Elise Knebel, Jordan Williams and Americo Rossi helped package food for the El Rodeo Community Food Drive. Over thirty boxes of food were delivered to the Westside Food Bank as part of the School Cents Program.
BHUSD Plans Town Hall On Measure E By Laura Coleman The Beverly Hills Unified School District will hold its first Town Hall meeting to educate the community about accelerating the payback rate of
the Measure E bond next month. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 15, in the Beverly Vista Auditorium starting at 7 p.m. (see ‘MEASURE E,’ page 16)
WALK IN THE PARK— Pictured (from left): Planning Commission Vice Chair Brian Rosenstein, Vice Mayor John Mirisch, Councilmember Lili Bosse and Rec & Parks Chair Robbie Anderson at Saturday’s Beverly Gardens “Walk in the Park”
INTERNATIONAL VISIT—BHUSD Superintendent Gary Woods and BHUSD Director of Academic Excellence & Technology Chris Hertz lead a delegation of Chinese educators around Beverly Hills High School. Courier Photo by Laura Coleman
Chinese Educators Increasingly Look To Beverly Hills As Model For Schools By Laura Coleman Earlier this month, BHUSD Superintendent Gary Woods led over a dozen vice principals from Beijing’s Dong Cheng District on a tour of Beverly Hills High School. The tour marked Woods’ sixth tour for Chinese educators this academic
year, who are looking to American schools as a way to enhance the teaching experience at Asia’s growing superpower. “We are on the radar in prominent areas in China,” Woods told The Courier. “This has created a conversation in (see ‘INTERNATIONAL,’ page 24)
GEORGE CHRISTY
George Christy battled Mother Nature’s massive devastation. Thousands dying, thousands lost, thousands orphaned.
Survival? Impossible? A 9.0 magnitude earth-
quake containing the energy of 23,000 atomic bombs rocked Thailand during the 2004 tsunami. Killer waves slammed onto the coastline of 11 Indian Ocean countries, even reaching into Africa.
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ith their stonewalled determination, Juan Antonio Bayona and his colleagues have filmed The Impossible, a breathtaking and Oscar-worthy masterwork of one family’s incredulous tsunami survival. The film, as they say in the wine world, has “legs,” and is destined for a long life.
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ighest praise (“a young Steven Spielberg”) is being heaped upon director Juan Antonio Bayona, whose previous, The Orphanage, became the highest grossing Spanish film of all time.
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ans CGI trickery, Juan Antonio recreates the family’s terror of drowning amid 98foot-high tidal waves. One of the worst natural disasters in history, the tsunami terrorized and destroyed much of the Thailand’s resort island of Phuket the morning after Christmas.
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ossibly the best disaster movie ever made,” writes The Observer’s Rex Reed. “The first ten minutes are terrifying, as children are knocked unconscious by flying automobiles, and are left to float away in the detritus of floating trees and downed power lines. The aftermath’s even more harrowing, as distraught parents search franticly for lost children, and hysterical children wander through rubble looking for missing parents.”
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ariety’s Justin Chang cites Juan Antonio’s “fusing spectacle and uplift in a distinctly Spielbergian manner …wrenchingly acted, deftly manipulated and terrifyingly well made … The Impossible stands to be a significant yearend draw.” It opens this weekend.
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make it, even if we didn’t have a clue how. When I heard the story of the surviving Belon family on the radio, I rushed to Juan Antonio and screenwriter Sergio Sanchez’s office in tears to convince them that we were impelled to make a movie of it.”
“We all saw the calami-
ty and devastation of the tsunami on television and through the Internet, almost in real time,” adds Sergio, who also wrote The Orphanage, a ghost story acclaimed with standing ovations at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival. “What’s very far removed from what we heard in the news is what we explore in The Impossible … the moving, emotional and very human story of the people who lived through it.”
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e’re not just dealing with a survival film,” reflects Juan Antonio. “The Impossible raises the question of who do you want to survive for … something very powerful that goes beyond the tragic and speaks of the human condition. As in a horror movie, there’s a monster. And the monster is the ocean in our true tale of courage and redemption.”
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ipped apart by gigantic tidal waves, the wounded Maria and Enrique Belon and their three children, Lucas, Simon and Thomas, were vacationing from their native Madrid in Asia’s tropical paradise. The heart-rending film’s based on the Belons, who are Spanish but not English as their cinematic doubles are in the movie.
“The whole process has
been amazing,” says Maria Belon. “From the very first moment that Juan Antonio said ‘I wanna make a movie about your story,’ we said it’s not our story, it is many, many people’s story. Not everybody was as lucky as we were.”
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was scared, really scared, when we were shooting …. I didn’t know how to swim,” admits Tom, who was 13 during the filming, having already won awards for his starring role as Billy Elliot. Now 16, Tom joined his filmmaking colleagues that included composer/conductor Fernando Velazquez during Lionsgate’s Hollywood premiere, followed by an after party at the Boulevard. Please, let’s applaud and remember the astonishing work of Oscar Faura, the director of photography.
you’ll see in the film. Wonderful watching Tom Holland who had never worked in front of a camera to see him get into it,” notes Ewan. A veteran of 50 films, including three Star Wars installments, Ewan has four daughters, ranging 19 years old to 22 months, with wife Eve Mavrakis. They live in Los Angeles.
very vivid.
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hen you tell a true story, you have a responsibility towards the people that you’re playing. But in this film, more than any other I’ve done, I felt a responsibility towards everybody touched by the tsunami. The thousands of people who died, the thousands of lost ones, the thousands of orphans, wondered if it was right and the Thai people themto be making a movie about a selves. disaster that really happened, where so many people lost their s time passes, the lives,” he told CBS’ Tracy Smith. more I think about it, making “After reading the script, I knew the movie remains unforgetit was right to do it. There was table.” something honest and true and Online at a brutal simplicity that made it www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy.cfm
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o m Holland is beyond a gifted actor with a talent so easy and inspiring to work with, and to think this is his film debut,” informs Naomi, who has two sons, Sasha, 5, and Kai, 4, with Liev Schreiber. “You can’t imagine our rough physical stuff with the tsunami early on … pummeled by hurling water and debris … the waves were dictating emotions, as they must have in real life … we couldn’t really speak, all we could do was feel and experience.”
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he three boys impressed me enormously. Very special children as Survivor Enrique Belon
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tepping into the survivors’ shoes: Naomi Watts as Maria Belon, a doctor who retired to raise her sons, and Ewan McGregor as the father Enrique, an executive then with Gillette and now with Johnson & Johnson. Tom Holland costars as the oldest brother Lucas, with Oaklee Pendergast and Simon Joslin cast as siblings Simon and Thomas. Naomi and Ewan and Tom’s bravura performances recreate the life-affirming force that kept the Belon family alive.
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surprisingly modest $45 million for what transpires on the screen. Survivor Maria Belon became the story consultant, and informs the movie’s been “six years in the making.”
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occurred two years ago during 25 weeks on more than 60 different sets between Thailand and Spain, with a budget estimated at a
Tom Holland
Ewan McGregor with wife Eve Mavrakis
Maria Belon, the survivor of the 2004 Thailand tsunami, is flanked by survivor Petra Nemcova and Naomi Watts, who plays the role of Maria in The Impossible. Maria served as story consultant.
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TO SEE AND BE SEEN Fashion News & Notes Michael Burke Named CEO of Louis Vuitton Michael Burke, CEO of Bulgari in Rome, is set to succeed Jordi Constans as the head of the leather goods powerhouse. He starts on Wednesday as Constans is leaving for medical reasons.
of Louis Vuitton North America from 1993 until 1997, when he became worldwide managing director of Christian Dior Couture in Paris. In 2003, he was named to the management helm of Fendi, where he helped transform a family-owned enterprise with complicated dynamics into a taut and professionally run luxury player with high profitability.
This marks a return to Vuitton for Burke, a charismatic executive and a veteran of LVMH.
Constans joined Vuitton in September 2011 and was the eventual successor to Yves Carcelle, a dynamic and hardcharging executive who piloted Vuitton's global expansion for more than two decades.
Considered a key protégé of Bernard Arnault, Burke started his career with the French business titan in 1980, working at various Arnault holdings before joining Christian Dior in the U.S. in 1986.
Burke joined Bulgari last February and his successor at the jeweler has yet to be named.
It is understood Constans' condition is not life-threatening, but difficult for him to meet the physical demands of the job.
WWD Burke was president and CEO
T H E FA S H I O N O F B E V E R LY H I L L S
Kaffee Klatch around the Keurig The Courier depends on our reporters’ intelligence and writing skills, local sources to keep us informed, a ready supply of great photos – and pizza, treats from the Beverly Hills Market, Linda’s bags of chocolates, and strong coffee. Our not so old Gevalia coffee maker shows the signs of wear and imperfect housekeeping skills of multiple users. The solution for all is one of the new Keurig machines that use K cups of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or for the season, hot apple cider – whatever your pleasure is available in a single serving that leaves the grounds intact in the plastic and the beverage steaming in your mug. I encountered my first Keurig in Shanghai last year and, even with the jet lag, I was able
to have French roast in 80 seconds in my room so I could unpack more quickly. Now the machines are common in hotel rooms and their Platinum Brewer, with a 60 cup reservoir, is the office solution, but smaller machines are available for home use. I have seen ads this week for prices around $99 and plan to grab one. No more coffee grounds for my plants, oh well!
Beauty Briefs More from Dr Hauschka SPRUCE BATH, featuring the essential oil of Norway Spruce, has an intense fragrance that promotes calmness, much needed as we enjoy the holiday season. Add a capful to your bath this week when the hustle and the bustle threaten to overwhelm. Available for $32.95 at Whole Foods. Follow up with one of their all natural body oils which seal in the moisture and keep your skin soft. There are six luxurious choices: Almond St. John’s Wort Body Oil, Birch Arnica Body Oil, Blackthorn Body Oil, Lemongrass Body Oil, Moor Lavender Body Oil, and Rose Body Oil. All are priced at $28.95 each and are available at Whole Foods. DNA EYE RENEWAL may come in handy if you are running the party circuit this week and next. A product from Dr. Ronald Moy, this potent lightweight lotion reduces and delays signs of aging around the eyes. It contains a plethora of good for your eyes ingredients that will reduce fine lines, improve sagging and puffiness and brighten the eye area. The price is $130 from Dr Moy’s office at 421 North Rodeo Drive.
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council be involved in the hiring of department heads and deputy/assistant City Mangers. Earlier in the week, Mirisch told The Courier he felt the City Council was more in touch with the desires of the residents and that "as the elected representatives of residents, we should have more input in who takes extremely important positions within our City." “My feeling is the City Manager is going to have the best overview of people who will fit in best with the organization, but (the City Council) will have a better sense of who fits in with the community,” Mirisch said. At Tuesday's council study session, Mayor Willie Brien and councilmembers Lili Bosse, Barry Brucker and Julian Gold spoke out against the change, saying they were pleased with the hiring system in place under the city's “council-manager” system of government. Bosse said that the current system in place seems “very fair and very transparent.” “I think this process is working... we would have to make sure any (other) City Manager's also use a process similar to this,” Bosse said. Gold said he didn't see any pressing need for a change. “We don't currently have a problem and I don't think we have to anticipate a problem,” Gold said of the current system. “I'm fine with it the way it is.” “If we like this process and we think it's so good, maybe we should formalize it,” Mirisch responded. “It's not about just responding to a crisis, but being proactive...ultimately, what residents feel is they feel the buck stops with the City Council and if it doesn't, that it should.” City Manager Jeff Kolin has sole authority over the hiring of department heads. Kolin explained his hiring
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Crescent Drive between big and little Santa Monica Blvd. A bollard is essentially a short, vertical post used to control, direct or block traffic. The area is closed until Jan. 6 for the Holiday Ice Skating rink. Traffic cones and street signs are primarily being used to block traffic from entering. At the July 3 Beverly Hills Parking Authority meeting, a contract with Matt Construction was approved. The contract was for "part 4" of the Crescent Garage. Work under that contract included reconstruction of the streets and sidewalks surrounding the Wallis Annenberg Center. The guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract included an allowance for the city to install retractable street bollards on Crescent Drive. The GMP contract allows for $1 million
process to the council Tuesday, one that consists of several interview panels as the list of potential hires is narrowed down. Kolin noted that he does sometimes include councilmembers in the interview process, although not as a matter of policy. Mirisch noted Monday to The Courier that “one or two, maybe three” such hires have been made in his time on the council and that he “hasn’t had much involvement.” One concern Kolin expressed to The Courier prior to the meeting was how the employee would fit into the structure of his staff, and also about disciplinary action of an employee in the event it's needed. “I think fit is certainly one of the questions… and also who supervises and evaluates in the hopefully unlikely situation where discipline or termination is needed, who makes those decisions?” Kolin said. Mirisch stressed Tuesday that he wasn't trying to take the City Manager out of the hiring equation. “I'm not trying to take the City Manager out of the process, but to include the council as representatives of the residents,” Mirisch said. “This is not at all intended as calling into question (Kolin's) competence, it is to balance the process and make sure the residents voice through council is heard when it comes to absolutely just the top hires.” City Treasurer Eliot Finkel spoke during the public speaking period and said he was in favor of keeping the current hiring system in place. “My business and education background tell me blurring the lines of authority can lead to chaos,” Finkel said. The Courier consulted one private corporate management expert, who said “it is standard good management practice for the full board of a corporation to participate and approve senior executive hires.” for the bollard system, although Matt Construction estimates the cost will not exceed $640,000, with a contingency of $60,000. The bollards, rated as “K12”, would stop a 15,000pound vehicle (slightly larger than a Ford F450 truck) traveling at 50 miles per hour. Vice Mayor John Mirisch and councilmember Julian Gold were the Traffic and Parking liaisons who worked on the project. Mirisch said in this case, they were fine with spending additional money to ensure safety and that they would “rather be safe than sorry.” Councilmember Barry Brucker asked staff to look into reflective coating on the bollards to better notify drivers and suggested looking into the possibility of installing signs or other notifications for drivers traveling westbound on little Santa Monica to warn them the street is blocked.
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of a group of six small business owners on North Crescent Dr. producing a video to be broadcast on the City of Beverly Hills television station. The businesses involved in the proposal were Pascal's, Beverly Hills Market, Pioneer Hardware, Beverly Cleaners, Kabuki Salon and Tutto Bene Bakery. Novian said the video would be about “reminding residents we are still opened and still doing business there.”
The merchants say their business has suffered since Crescent Dr. was closed between little and big Santa Monica Blvd. for the Holiday ice rink. The merchants are proposing producing and paying for a three-to-five minute “professionally produced” video which would be ran on the City TV network once an hour. “This is one small thing the City can do for us while we are being hurt by this street closure,” Novian said. “So many of our customers come from the north (of Santa Monica
Boulevard)” City spokesperson Therese Kosterman told The Courier the City’s TV production team worked yesterday with six of the merchants to produce the video. Kosterman said that because the production was being handled in house, the City would cover the costs for the video. Kosterman said decisions on when and how often it would be shown, as well as the length of the video, were still being determined.
ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T Streisand/Rogen Take ‘Bad Trip,’ Zero Dark Thirty Excites The Guilt Trip arrives right after Chanukah, which is apropos because it’s a stale latke! Following an embarrassing turn as an overblown caricature of a Jewish mother in the Focker series, Barbra Streisand is again typecast as a Jewish mother, this time opposite Seth Rogen. Interestingly, although, Streisand with her intonations and Yiddish words, coupled with Rogen’s nebbish portrayal as her son (I wish to heck he would discard his annoying staccato laugh), their last name is Brewster, perhaps to make us subliminally think they are your average Midwestern American mother and son. Since this is purported to be a comedy, the two stars are definitely equipped to deliver. However, to do that, you need a funny script. Sadly, written by Dan Fogelman, the dialogue is as funny as the aforementioned stale latke and garners as many laughs. Tediously directed by Anne Fletcher, Rogen is a shy chemist who decides to drive to different parts of the country to attend in-
Jerry Cutler on Film dustry shows to sell an invention he created. Of course, like any other mama’s boy, he takes his mother (Streisand) as a traveling companion under the guise of connecting her with an old boyfriend in San Francisco. The outcome will come as no surprise to cinematic aficionados. Hopefully, Streisand will next choose a script better suited to her immense talent – or direct one. 2 Bagels out of 4 (Actually, I was going to give it 1.5, but I felt a sense of guilt. It is, after all, the holiday season.) ****** Zero Dark Thirty once again brings together the brilliant creative talents of director, Kathryn Bigelow and writer, Mark Boal who were responsible for the exceptional, Hurt Locker. Zero Dark Thirty is no less exciting. Based on the true story of the capture of Osama Bin
Laden, Bigelow orchestrates every move with a strong hand and an uncanny knowledge of the innate meaning of “excitement.” Guiding Boal’s script through the eyes of CIA operatives in Pakistan, she keeps you on the edge of your seat even though you are aware of the outcome and eventual demise of the world’s most dangerous man. Starring the competent, multi-faceted and beautiful Jessica Chastain as a novice agent, Zero depicts an honesty of brutal warfare. If you’ve had your fill of violence, water boarding, graphic depictions of killings, you’re better off opting to see The Guilt Trip. However, you will miss a terrific film and the end result of editors William Goldenberg and Dylan Tichenor’s brilliant cutting of a major motion picture, which is sure to get them a nod at the Academy Awards. Incidentally, I suspect Bigelow and Boal to be mentioned for their outstanding contributions as well.
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KCET’s SoCal Connected Honored For Journalism Excellence KCET, the nation’s largest independent public television station, has announced that its nightly news program, SoCal Connected, has won the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award for its investigative coverage of L.A. County’s Children’s Dependency Court. This marks the second such award for the series in three years. SoCal Connected received the honor for its segment, “Courting Disaster,” an exclusive, in-depth investigation into the county’s Children’s Dependency Court, the largest in the nation, caring for more than 25,000 children. For the first time, television cameras were allowed inside the court and captured children awaiting decisions that would impact their futures while revealing tremendous overcrowding, delays and backlogs that plagued the system. The piece profiled the over-
whelming caseloads that judges, attorneys and social workers carry; how additional budget cuts threaten to bring the justice system to a near standstill; and how the judicial system often works against families trying desperately to stay together or reunite. The investigative team included: Bret Marcus, executive producer; Justine Schmidt, coexecutive producer; Jennifer London, correspondent; Karen Foshay, producer; Dan Caston, Kenny Gioseffi, Brett Wood, videographers; and Michael Bloecher, editor. The duPont-Columbia jury described the piece as “exemplary reporting on the consequences of budget cuts to L.A.’ court system and their devastating impact on families. Wellwritten and edited… an important story that clearly illustrated the real impact budget cuts are having on families in California.”
Faith, Forgiveness In L.A. Theatre Works On The Air’s Latest Production Sunday L.A. Theatre Works’ Radio Theatre Series will air Keith Bunin’s The Busy World is Hushed, directed by JoBeth Williams and featuring the late Jill Clayburgh with Hamish Linklater and Luke Macfarlane, from 8-10 p.m., Sunday, Dec 23 on KPFK 90.7 FM, and streamed on demand at www.latw.org. In the story, a renowned Episcopalian cleric befriends a young writer who she hopes will finish her latest book. But when her wayward son returns home, he raises haunting questions about faith and forgiveness. The broadcast includes a conversation about faith with religious scholar Elaine Pagels of Princeton University.
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Estate Of Hollywood Legends, The Wilders, Gives Back To CHLA
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Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has announced that the estate of legendary Oscar-winning filmmaker Billy Wilder and his wife Audrey has made an $11 million gift to the hospital’s new endowed chair in the division of neurosurgery and to the hospital’s endowment in neurosurgery. In honor of the gift from The Wilder Family Trust, the hospital will name the new chair the Billy and Audrey Wilder Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery, which will receive $5 million of the donation. In addition, $3 million will be dedicated to the new Billy and Audrey Wilder Endowment in Neurosurgery, a hospital clinical care program under the stewardship of Chief of Medical Staff Mark Krieger, M.D., head of the hospital’s neurosurgery division. Of the remaining gift, $1.5 million is to be distributed to the endowed chair of the hospital’s newly-established inter-departmental Neuro-Oncology Program under the direction of Jonathan Finlay, M.D., director of CHLA’s Neural Tumors Program within the Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases. Finlay, an authority in the
Baxter L a r m o n , Ph.D., professor of emergency medicine at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine and founding director of the UCLA Center Baxter Larmon for Prehospital Care, received a 2012 Distinguished Service Medal earlier this month from the California Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Authority at an awards ceremony in San Francisco. Larmon received the medal for helping to initiate and advance prehospital medical care in California and the nation. This area encompasses emergency medical care by paramedics, emergency medical technicians, firefighters, nurses and physicians in the field. Under Larmon’s direction, the UCLA Center for Prehospital Care is nationally and internationally recognized as a leader in emergency medical services education, training, and research.
management of the brain tumors of children, adolescents and young adults, will direct the $1.5 million gift toward research and education activities to develop new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies to treat brain cancer in children. In addition, $300,000 will be earmarked to complete the Hay Edward Baher Chair in Pediatric Rheumatology, which will be under the leadership of Andreas Reiff, M.D., chief of the division of rheumatology. Reiff has investigated the treatment, management and genetics of autoimmune diseases and is an authority on biologic drug development and the treatment of chronic inflammatory eye diseases. The remaining donation will go toward the hospital’s under-funded and unreimbursed hospital programs that help the more than 96,000 patients the hospital treats annually. “We are incredibly thankful and humbled by this donation from The Wilder Family Trust,” says Richard D. Cordova, FACHE, CHLA president/CEO. “This generous and amazing gift will impact the lives and future treatment of children diagnosed with life-threatening and often devastating diagnoses. Dr. Kri-
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eger has demonstrated the leadership ability to utilize this gift to the utmost in the treatment and care of our patients and to strengthen and build our worldrenowned neurosurgery division.” Billy and Audrey Wilder were longtime CHLA supporters; with the latter, a Paramount actress in the 1940s, managing the family’s philanthropic activities. Audrey Wilder, who died in June, was married to Billy Wilder for 53 years. She met him on the set of The Lost Weekend, a film that won Wilder the first of his two directing Oscars. They wed five years later.
Austrian-born Wilder’s career spanned five decades as a writer, director and producer and included such popular classics as Sabrina and Some Like It Hot, and Oscar-winners, Sunset Boulevard and The Apartment. According to Krieger, who will oversee the two endowments, a portion of the gift devoted to the endowment in neurosurgery will be directed toward the clinical care of patients being treated for brain tumors and for innovative treatments into functional neurosurgery, which includes surgical procedures for those diagnosed with epilepsy. Krieger himself performs more than 300 brain surgeries a year and cares for children with surgical diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, specializing in tumors of the central nervous system. The hospital’s neurosurgery division performs more than 500 surgeries annually. “This gift will enable us to build on our reputation as one of the finest pediatric brain-tumor clinical programs and neurosurgery research centers in the country,” Krieger says. Read the full story at www.bhcourier.com, health & wellness.
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olution recommending the board strengthen its community outreach efforts as it prepares to ask for fundraising help in plugging next year’s $3.5 million budget hole. “We’re very frustrated by the lack of communication to the community,” committee member Martin Frank said. The committee intends to present its recommendation for the board to adopt a resolution that emphasizes the administration’s need to effectively disseminate information to the public at the Jan. 22. board meeting. Committee Chair Mel Spitz said the board’s decision to spend money from its general fund on students who do not live in the district sends the wrong message about BHUSD’s budget crisis. “It tends to indicate to the public that the situation isn’t as dire as it truly is,” he said. “There is some expense involved, whatever it is.” As a Basic Aid district, BHUSD receives the majority of its funding from Beverly Hills property taxes and doesn’t get additional funding for these out-ofCity students.
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the public garden, widening North and South buildings by two feet to the east, an increase of parking at the mezzanine and new private residential pavilions in the private garden.
Chief administrative officer Dawnalyn Murakawa-Leopard said the cost could be as high as $200,000. She said the per pupil cost to educate Beverly Hills students ranges from $12,575 to $9,285. Vice chair Bob Sternshein questioned what might be cut, a discussion the board did not have before the Nov. 27 vote. Board president Jake Manaster, who voted against renewing the 20 permits, said it was impossible to know what cuts, if any, might be made in response, since costs would only result if the additional permit student triggered the need to hire another teacher, which can cost up to $100,000. “We never know what is going to get cut until we look at the seniority of the staff before deciding to send pink slips,” he said. “It’s important to understand that the impact in the future is unknown.” Manaster said it would be the Finance Committee’s first time recommending the board adopt a resolution. “I think this is appropriate for our committee,” Spitz said. “The committee’s mission is to disseminate to the public the fiscal situation timely and accurately.”
merce Board of Directors the last 60 years and was given its “Lifetime Achievement” award in 2007 and “Citizen of Honor” award. Ackerman was the retired president of House of Uniforms. Founded in 1951, the company sold retail and custom uniforms to all the local hotels plus housekeeper and chauffeur uniforms to Hollywood's biggest movie stars and to a wide spectrum of prominent business people in and around the area. He founded the Conference & Visitors Bureau, was deputy treasure of the City for eight years, named Beverly Hills “Man of the Year,” and received “Outstanding Service” and “Distinguished Public Service” awards throughout his tenure. Mayor Willie Brien told The Courier Warren was “one of the leading lights of Beverly Hills for decades.” Rec & Parks Commission Chair Robbie Anderson stated: “Warren Ackerman is one of the finest human beings I’ve ever met–a mentor and
wonderful friend to me–will be missed by one and all for his contributions to our City, Rotary and Chamber of Commerce and all whose lives he touched.” Former two-term Mayor Allan Alexander presented Ackerman with his Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007. “He was a man big in stature, big in voice and very big in accomplishments,” Alexander said. “He was truly a man for all seasons.” “Warren was my mentor when I first joined the chamber board and I always respected his insight, intelligence, honesty, and straight talk,” The Courier’s Associate Publisher Marcia Hobbs said. “He never operated from ego but always thought carefully about what was best for Beverly Hills and would then get it done.” March Schwartz, founder and publisher emeritus of The Courier, was a close friend of Ackerman, who was one of the newspaper’s initial advertisers. Investment banker Lisa Detanna, a former chamber president, called him a pillar
Keyser Marson Associates, a consulting firm, determined that revenue to the City would increase by approximately $7.6 million over a 30-year period with Keene's project modifications, according to the staff report. The total public benefits to the City
would be around $30 million. Among the beneficiaries of those funds would be the Beverly Hills Unified School District, which would receive $1 million as well as some Capital Improvement fees. $3 million would go toward the
affordable housing initiative. Mirisch noted that the updated rendering of the building looked "bulkier" than the 2008 version and Keene confirmed that the project would have to go before the Architectural Commission, where
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December 21, 2012 | Page 13 and innovator. “He was one of our founding fathers who cared about our beautiful community,” she said. Detanna recalled how Ackerman was instrumental in procuring the shield used on the current City of Beverly Hills logo, when he asked his friend Jack Warner of Warner Bros. to create a similar design for Beverly Hills. “When we look at the shield, it should be in honor of Warren,” she said. Dr. Nanez Pirnia stated: “Warren was a visionary who helped form and direct the establishment this renowned City. As the ‘godfather of B.H.,’ he insured that we maintain its high standard and international positioning.” Ackerman is survived by daughter Laurie and son Richard. Following the funeral service, there will be a reception at the Brentwood Country Club, 590 S. Burlingame Ave. In lieu of flowers, the family re quests donations in his name be made to the Beverly Hills Maple Counseling Center at 9107 Wilshire Blvd. such an issue could be addressed.Mirisch ultimately said he was comfortable moving forward without a review. “I'm comfortable with what it is and I think [staff] did a good job.” Mirisch said.
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Friars Charitable Foundation Hosts Annual Christmas Party The Friars Charitable Foundation hosted more than 250 children from five community groups for its annual Christmas Luncheon at Temple Emanuel. Fran Zigman chaired the event. Marilyn Stambler, president, welcomed children from: Variety Boys and Girls Club, Catholic Big Brothers
Big Sisters, Eastmont Community Center, California Karate Club and L.A.’s Best. Children were treated to a lunch catered by Joann Roth-Oseary of Someone’s in the Kitchen. Robbie Britt as Santa Claus, pink and blue cotton candy, popcorn, cereal treats and lots of other delicious
Foundation Secretary Lou Zigman, Foundation Board Chair Sid Gittler and Foundation Treasurer Lenore Ross & Marge Graf Roy Wallenstein
Joann RothRobbie Britt as Santa Claus & Carol Baca Oseary
foods, added to the festivities. Balloon animals were created by Silly Sally and her elves Representing the BHPD, much to the children’s delight, was Canine Officer Dave Rudy. At the end of the party, each child was given a new toy to take home and $5 cash. Photos by Maxine Picard
Foundation President Marilyn Stambler, Fran Zigman & Joey Freed
Children enjoying the party
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“It’s a never-ending process to keep these schools safe,” BHUSD Superintendent Gary Woods told The Courier. On Monday, Woods met with Police Chief David Snowden and leaders from Beverly Hills private schools to firm up detailed action plans to lock down schools in case of emergency. “I want to reassure parents that we have planned for an emergency such as the one that occurred in Connecticut and their children are safe in Beverly Hills,” Snowden said. “But the tragic events have created an opportunity to review our current procedures and make them even stronger.” Following the shooting last Friday, Beverly Hills police officers stepped up patrols at each school and are continuing with daily site visits and emergency drills. According to Sgt. David Hamel, the BHPD has been instructed to spend all available time at City schools when not on calls. “We’re going to keep with this policy as long as we can and will continue with more enhanced plans,” he said. “I as-
sure you that we are going to go forward with this in a big way.” While precise plans will not be shared with the community to ensure security, Sgt. Max Subin emphasized the BHPD’s 2.7-minute response time, in addition to strategically located CCTVs and SWAT teams trained at all school sites. “You’re not going to find that anywhere else,” he said. During a two-hour meeting at El Rodeo attended by over 100 parents on Tuesday morning, Hamel and Subin helped address concerns and gather input from concerned parents. “I have a first grader,” Dorothy Weiss said. “It hit very close to home.” Hawthorne and Beverly Vista also held similar forums this week to help parents understand what officials are doing to protect their children. Assistant Principal Kevin Painter reassured parents that El Rodeo students knew just what to do in an emergency. “We’re really well prepared,” he said. Woods said the district is working to make the schools even safer by strengthening logistical protocols, bolstering
communication and training, working even more closely with police, and involving all stakeholders including students, teachers, staff and parents. “Unfortunately, we can never assume we’re safe, we have to be proactive,” he said. There have been 31 school shootings since the Columbine massacre in 1999, there is no question that the integrity of schools is ruptured. “Schools used to be sacred,” Woods said. “The shocking thing about Friday was a gunman entered our most sacred place where our youngest and most vulnerable students are being educated.” While even bullet proof glass and fences might not stop an assault, El Rodeo principal Dave Hoffman said making children feel invisibly safe is an important balance to maintain. “I’m not going to let fear drive our life like that,” he said. “I think our doors and gates are strong enough, it’s just our eyes and ears.” Officials have emphasized the need for student assessments to determine potential threats, additional training for substitute teachers and newly hired staff, consistent polices for drop off and pick up, and educating parents to help protect their children both before and during an actual emergency. Hamel said a first priority is to investigate hiring private security guards on campus. At a Board of Education study session on redeveloping Horace Mann on Tuesday, boardmember Lisa Korbatov advocated stationing a permanent armed guard at every school. “If I had my druthers, we’d create a fortress that was attractive,” she said. “We may want to think of a guard post.” In the wake of last week’s killings, politicians throughout the country have been posturing about everything from arming qualified teachers and principals to tightening gun control laws. The real culprit in the Newtown tragedy, however, according to many pundits, is mental illness. “We don’t address the underlying issues that are addressing the schools,” schoolboard member Brian Goldberg told The Courier. “We’re treating the symptoms. We’re not curing the
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Refinancing the $334 million Measure E bond approved by voters in 2008 could save taxpayers as much as $2 billion, board President Jake Manaster said. Under Proposition 39, the board can vote to accelerate the bond payback rate to its maximum, which would be $114 per $100,000 of assessed valuation. Voters originally agreed to have property owners pay $51 per $100,000. The board does not require
BEVERLY HILLS disease.” Goldberg said the district spends approximately 20 percent of its budget on Special Needs, which includes mental health services. BHUSD receives less than $2 million from the state for Special Needs – an amount that continues to get whittled away. Earlier this year, the district was ordered to reimburse the state over $650,000 for mental health services provided by the district to students last year – a first-time bill for the district, according to Mary Anne McCabe, the district’s executive director for the budget. Goldberg said with limited resources it was critical to better identify mental health issues, in addition to educating children to make their peers feel accepted and not bullied. In the new year, the City will be working more closely with schools to address up the district’s needs, with the fourmember school liaison expected to meet in early January, Mayor Willie Brien told The Courier. The liaison will comprise Brien, Councilmember Julian Gold, Schoolboard President Jake Manaster and Schoolboard VP Noah Margo. “We’re going to figure out how to support the schools,” Brien said. In addition to finalizing the needs of the school district in conjunction with the City’s surplus, Manaster said security issues would be addressed. Among the issues that may be considered is the reinstatement of Security Resource Officers (SROs). “My feeling is you’ve got to let the experts be engaged in making that decision,” Brien said. According to Hamel, SROs don’t make a real difference in preventing tragedies like Newtown. “The reality is, it would be a fake sense of security,” he said. “SROs aren’t necessarily a deterrent.” While the presence of SROs could slow “bad guys” down, Hamel said the key is to upgrade security and to train staff and students how to respond. “What’s happening as a result of Friday is only going to improve school safety throughout the country,” Woods said.
community approval to vote to accelerate the bond payback rate. However, Board VP Noah Margo said it was important to work in harmony with the community. The Town Hall meeting aims to provide a comprehensive review of what bond acceleration means to the community both in terms of finances and construction. “We want people to get their questions out and at least walk away feeling whatever the district decides to do, they will have the right information,” he said.
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Stars Shine In The Desert For The Palm Springs International Film Fest By Frances Allen For the past 24 years, one of the most eagerly awaited annual events of the Desert’s elegant glitz-and-glamour social season has been the Palm Springs International Film Festival and its accompanying red-carpet, intriguefilled, black-tie Awards Gala featuring Hollywood’s celebrity “A” list. The names of all the mega-celebrities and presenters have not been revealed as yet as Festival Chairman Harold Matzner likes to dole them out slowly to expand its news cycle. However, four major award recipients were recently announced: Helen Mirren, Richard Gere, Tom Harper and Mychael Danna. • Oscar-winning Mirren receives the International Star Award at the Jan. 5 gala presented by Cartier and sponHelen Mirren sored by Mercedes-Benz at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Past recipients of the International Star award include Javier Bardem and Gary Oldman. The award recognizes Mirren for her extensive body of work covering more than four decades, and comes as she is receiving critical acclaim for her portrayal of Alma Reville in the film Hitchcock, for which she has also received a SAG nomination for “Outstanding Performance by a female actor in a Leading Role.” Mirren’s portrayal of Reville, the wife and collaborator of film icon Alfred Hitchcock, lays bare their captivating and complex relationship, told against the backdrop of making the tumultuous, against-the-odds 1960’s thriller, Psycho.
John Goodman, Alan Arkin and and Ben Affleck in Argo.
Bradley Cooper In Silver Linings Playbook.
Hosted by the perennially beautiful Mary Hart, the gala will also present awards to honorees who include the cast of Argo, Bradley Cooper, Sally Field, Helen Hunt, Naomi Watts and Robert Zemeckis. Sally Field
Richard Gere, seen in Arbitrage, will receive the Chairman’s Award.
• In announcing Richard Gere has been named as the recipient of the Palm Springs festival’s Chairman’s Award, Matzner said: “Throughout his career Richard has established himself as an accomplished actor/producer and yet still finds time to support crucial cultural and humanitarian causes.” Matzner also cited Gere for his performance in Arbitrage, in which he portrays a hedge-fund magnate whose world is upended on the eve of his 60th birthday as he desperately tries to complete the sale of his trading empire.
Past recipients of the Chairman’s Award include Ben Affleck, George Clooney, Dustin Hoffman and Nicole Kidman. • For his brilliance in transforming the classic stage musical Les Miserables into a brilliant film as well as for his innovations in filmmaking, Oscarwinning Tom Harper (The Kings Speech) will receive the Sonny Bono Visionary Award. Past recipients of this coveted honor include Danny Boyle, Quentin Tarantino, Michael Hazanavicius, Baz Lurmann and Gus Van Sant. • Music has always been an es-
sential part of the film experience, and so it is with the score of Life Of Pi, a story about a young man who survives a disaster at sea and is hurtled into an epic journey of adventure and discovery, all while forming an amazing connection with another survivor … a Bengal tiger. Mychael Danna is the creative force behind the original compositions featured in the film and their brilliance has earned him the Frederick Lowe Award (see ‘FEST,’ page CD3)
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BEVERLY HILLS COURIER | DECEMBER 21, 2012 CD3 The Shops on El Paseo is a group (Continued from page CD1) of high-end retailers located in Palm for film composing. Past recipients of Desert which form the area’s premier this award include T. Bone Burnett, luxury shopping (think Rodeo Drive) Alexandre Desplat, Danny Elfman, and dining destination in the Coachella Valley, figured that if “Bighorn Bam” Randy Newman and Diane Warren. can make miracles happen, so could The Palm Springs International Film Festival is one of the largest film they. The Herculean task undertaken by festivals in North America, welcoming more than 135,000 attendees each The Shops on El Paseo: Make it snow; year for its lineup of new and celebrat- and snow it will, even though it needs ed international features and docu- some motorized assistance in getting there. mentaries. Its meteorologist has predicted a The festival runs from Jan. 3-14; the red-carpeted Gala will be held on 100 percent chance of snow for Dec. Jan. 5, and is presented by title spon- 21, between 5-8 p.m., along both sides sor, the City of Palm Springs, celebrat- of El Paseo, between Highway 74 and ing its 75th anniversary in 2013. Pre- Sage. As additional magic for the senting sponsors are Spencer’s, The evening, The Great Loudini will be on Desert Sun, Entertainment Tonight hand to perform his award-winning and Wells Fargo Bank. Major sponsors close-up sleight-of-hand. In addition, shoppers can get into are Regal Entertainment Group, Bank of America, Wintec, Wessman Devel- the holiday spirit with the sounds of the opment, Greater Palm Springs Con- Desert Carolers, as well as being vention & Visitors Bureau. Panavision, treated to vintage horse-drawn carDale Chiluly, Ocean Properties Devel- riage rides through the famous El opment Corp., Integrated Wealth Man- Paseo shopping district. The world-renown Shops on El agement, Guthy-Renker, Raymond Lawrence, Windermere Real Estate, Paseo will be standing by to help make Innovative Skincare, Desert Regional your holiday dreams possible. These include: Bottega Veneta, California Medical Center and Telefilm Canada. Alaska and Delta are the festival’s Pizza Kitchen, Chico’s Cos Bar, Daily official airlines of the Festival. More in- Grill, Gucci, Leggiadro, Optical Shop of Aspen, Ralph Lauren, Rangoni formation is at 760-322-2930. Firenze Shoes; Soma Intimates, St. ****** If you were fortunate enough to at- John, Stuart Weitzman; Escada and tend last November’s shop-‘till-you- James Perse. Wolfgang Puck Pizza drop event known as “A Miracle on El Bar will open in a couple of months. One last miracle–if you don’t want Paseo,” held annually at The Shops on El Paseo to benefit ”Bighorn Bam” to valet your car, parking behind the (Behind a Miracle) and the Lucy Curci shops is ample and free–try finding Cancer Center, then you know that that in Beverly Hills. miracles can happen. CD
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Beverly Hills/Greater Los Angeles Association Of REALTORS速 Celebrates 110th Anniversary
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arlier this month, the Beverly Hills/Greater Los Angeles Association of REALTORS速 (BHGLAAR) hosted its Annual Installation Gala at The Rodeo Ballroom at The Beverly Hills Hotel. Officers and directors who were installed and will guide the Association in 2013 include: Martin Geimer as president, Debora Bright-Laney as president-elect, Wendy Gladson as treasurer, Roxann Burdick as secretary and Gregg Pawlik as past president.
Installed as directors are: Isaac Begin, Brian Brubaker, Verna Cornelius, Scott Gibson, Deborah Glusker, Ryan Ole Hass, Aaron Leider, Gabriela Litov, Lou Lollio, Erika Mlachak, Marco Rufo and Nick Segal. BHGLAAR also honored leaders in the real-estate industry for their commitment to the community and involvement with the Association. John Winther received the William May Garland Award, Diane Manns earned the Lifetime Achievement Award, Nick Segal
Mayor Willie Brien & Marty Dr. Connie Brien, Dr. William Brien, Robynne French, Geimer Marty Geimer & Suzanne Geimer
was named REALTOR速 of the Year and April Kass was named Affiliate of the Year. Congratulations to all the winners. The National Anthem, performed by Robynne French, opened the evening followed by musical entertainment by the UK Beat of Los Angeles. USC ROTC Cadets were on hand as the Honor Guard and donations were raised for the Bob Hope/USO, located at LAX, and the American Cancer Society.
Gregg Pawlik, Debora Bright-Laney, LaFrancis USC ROTC Color Guard Arnold, Roxann Burdick & Wendy Gladson
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Lionell & Robin Greenberg, Gabriela & Elie Litov
Janine Gershon, Gigi Merina & Annie Ives
Karen Misraje, Cheritta Smith & Mary Piccione
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tor of Sony Music Latin. Seroussi, the songwriting/producing powerhouse and philanthropist, will accept the “Distinguished Service” award at Chai Lifeline West Coast's Legacy of Hope GalaJan. 16. He says of Chai, one of his favorite charities, “When a child is born or diagnosed with a serious life-threatening or lifelong pediatric illness, the entire family feels the pain. Chai Lifeline provides emotional, social and financial help to enable the family to cope with such a crisis and its long-term impact.” Born in Israel at Ramat Gan, he remained there until his father, a telecom executive, was transferred to Caracas, Venezuela. In that South American nation, he learned to speak fluent Spanish which would serve him well in the chosen profession. Seruossi grew up playing the guitar and piano. After graduating summa cum laude from Boston’s Berklee College of Music, he launched his career through an internship with Warner Music Latina in Miami Beach. He then moved to Los Angeles to be mentored by noted Grammy-winning producer K.C. Porter of Insignia Music. He learned the “ins and outs” of mainstream music publishing, marketing and producing, rising to become general manager of that operation. Seruossi next spent three years as head of West Coast product marketing for the former British giant EMI Latin before joining Sony Latin in 2005 and creating his own operation in Beverly Hills. Through the years, he has signed and developed multiple successful acts, including Gerardo Ortiz, one of today’s best-selling artists in the U.S. Seroussi's strong connection with his clients and the young people who purchase the vast majority of their works made it natural that charities benefiting children would appeal to him. “I’ve been so fortunate not to have experienced what so many children and their families go through, so what I wanted to do with my life was to get into causes I truly believe in such as Chai Lifeline and Lauren’s Kids,” he said.
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told The Courier. "We bought a bankowned home a few years ago and it needs a lot of work. It was badly damaged by the prior owner." Embrey, who will retire on Dec. 29, has been with the BHFD for 29 years. Since joining in 1983 as a firefighter, he slowly worked his way through the ranks before becoming second in command to Fire Chief Tim Scranton in 2007. During much of his tenure with the department, he has served as a Hazardous Materials Instructor, where he taught awareness of Hazardous materials and how to deal with them when they're encountered. It's an extremely important job that Embrey says is "the most thankless task" in the department.
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dents throughout the district entered their work in the following categories: photography, dance choreography, film production, literature, musical composition and visual arts. After each school selects its winners through a panel of three judges, the winning student entries compete
“I’m able utilize my roster of name performers–specially relevant to this genre and looked up to by the kids–which helps assure our message gets out and is heard.” Among those saluting him and his wife, Sandra, is Florida attorney Ron Book: “Lauren and I want to congratulate Nir on giving so generously to Chai Lifeline. We know first hand what that entails as he has been there for Lauren's Kids (laurenskids.org). We want to thank him and Sony Music for all their help preventing child sexual abuse, 95 percent of which is preventable.” Added Barry Jay Reiss (associate of Grammy-winning record executive Clive Davis and formerly general counsel to Lew Wasserman): “Nir is a brilliant and gifted executive in the music industry. Especially touching is his compassion to help those in need. “There is no more worthy cause than helping Chai Lifeline and its wonderful deeds and for that I congratulate Nir and Sandra.” And finally, Elliott Broidy chimed in: “We are so honored to be co-chairs of the Legacy of Hope Gala the year when Nir is being honored by Chai Lifeline for his extraordinary efforts and selfless dedication to this worthwhile cause. Robin and I are proud to congratulate him on being recipient of this distinguished award.” Besides the Broidys, the gala at the Bookbinery in Culver City is also chaired by Marilyn and Jaime Sohacheski, and Helena and Steven Usdan. Co-chairs are Laura Aflalo, Steven J. Brown, Selma and Len Fisch, Shira Genauer, Chavi Hertz, Ruthie and Hillel Kellerman, Hana and Joseph Kornwasser, Anne and Lee Samson, and Janet and David Suber. Joining Seroussi as honorees are Lisa Korbatov, immediate past president of the Beverly Hills Unified School District Board of Education with the “Legacy of Hope” award and Stuart Manashil, Creative Artists Agency motion picture talent and literary agent, as “Guest of Honor.” For more information, visit www.chailifeline.org and for gala reservations: www.wcgala.org or call (310)553-5160. "Sometimes the guys don't seem that interested... it's kind of hard to teach them something they're hardly going to encounter," Embrey said. "We spend a lot of time training for those low frequency, but very high-risk situations." Embrey said he had his fair share of celebrity run-ins during his 29 years with the department. “When I was a brand new hire... one of the fires I went to was at Gene Kelly's house,” Embrey said. “His Christmas tree caught fire and burned half his house.” Embrey said he'll miss working in Beverly Hills, which he calls an “incredible, unique community.” “The people here are really special,” Embrey said. “It really has been gratifying.” against the other schools. The process then proceeds onto the state level, before going national. “It’s a process of elimination, kind of like a beauty contest,” Hacker said. This year, six students from Hawthorne, five from the high school, four from Horace Mann, and two each from El Rodeo and Beverly Vista will go on to compete at the national level.
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“Civic Openness In Negotiations” (COIN) ordinance passed by the City of Costa Mesa in August. The ordinance would provide an independent economic analysis of any proposed deals and would make proposals that are no longer on the table become public. It would also require councilmembers to disclose contracts with the unions. The ordinance also extends the time frame over which the City Council could approve a union contract, meaning it could be brought back for a second read for more public review. Mirisch said that because union negotiations have a big impact on the budget, his goal in introducing COIN for discussion was to make those discussions “more transparent” and to “get more public involvement in the process.” Mayor Willie Brien and councilmembers Barry Brucker and Julian Gold spoke against the proposed change. Brucker said the ordinance would put residents “at a huge disadvantage.” Brucker said that residents sometimes may "not necessarily understand the complete context of the points that may be rejected." Gold noted he had a “huge” learning curve in dealing with union negotiations when he joined the council and said he had thick binders full of numbers to deal with. He said getting the public to understand all that information could be an issue. “I’m not optimistic about the ability for us to clearly articulate what's con-
December 21, 2012 | Page 21 tained in those enormous spreadsheets with all those numbers.” Gold said. Mirisch told The Courier that the community should at least be given the opportunity to take in the information. “It's extremely arrogant to think that the public can't or shouldn't get involved in this, as if it's almost an insiders club of unions and City elite who come together,” Mirisch said. “An upper class of people who make decisions for everyone who lives in the City. That's not what democracy is about.” Brien said adopting such an ordinance is "not good government" and that an ordinance like COIN could be "divisive and disrupting" and cause "lasting damage." Mirisch strongly disagreed. “I just don't see how anybody could reasonably suggest more public review, comment and involvement is a bad thing, let alone divisive,” Mirisch told The Courier. “The thought of more public participation being divisive is pure lunacy to me.” Bosse said she would support an independent economic analysis as well as more public notice regarding the negotiations. City Treasurer Eliot Finkel spoke during the meeting's public speaking period and noted the city's “serious unfunded liabilities” due to faulty Calpers estimates. Finkel said the independent economic analysis called for in COIN would be “appropriate.” “Anything that educates the public would be good,” Finkel said. “We should try and avoid populous promises which may sound nice to residents, but don't really educate them on what's going on.”
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HOLIDAY GALA– Let the Kids Grow Foundation held its holiday gala at The Beverly Wilshire. L.A. Laker Dwight Howard (left) was among the honorees at the event hosted by Simin Hashemizadeh (right). Artist Davood Roostai is also pictured. Photos by Fabrice Monouis of Brice de Place Photography
Joan Mangum Let The Kids Grow Foundation, a non-profit whose mission is to address problems of underserved and at-risk children through a well-rounded program focusing on out-of-school activities and family strengthening honored actor/director Tyler Perry, L. A. Laker Dwight Howard; Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress Kirstie Alley, actor/businessman Romeo Miller, TV personality Nick Cannon, KPWR’s Big Boy, Dr. Ralph Mayer and Dr. Shahrdad Rahban. The event was a holiday gala in The Beverly Wilshire with the awards recognizing individuals who are positive role models for young people. A special presentation was also made to philanthropist and gala host Simin Hashemizadeh, owner/founder of South Pacific Surgery Centers. The star-studded, black-tie evening featured special performances by Freda Payne, Reuben Cannon and Cymphonique Miller, a one-of-a-kind silent auction and dinner and dancing in the ballroom which was transformed into a magical winter wonderland. Host Hashemizadeh’s vision of transforming the ballroom was realized with the entire floor carpeted in white. Long sheer white curtains encased the room and hundreds of white orchards and roses adorned the tables, provided by Kevin Lee of LA Premier Flowers. “I am thrilled to work with the Let The Kids Grow Foundation’s Percy Miller in supporting this amazing organization,” said Simin. “Our goal is to raise enough money through donations and sponsorships to provide needed after-school facilities and medical
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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Celebrating are Jacqueline Bell (Dec. 20); Ray Romano (Dec. 21); Nooshin Meshkaty, Sherry Dodd, and Hector Elizondo (Dec. 22); Dr. Prediman K. Shah, Susan Lucci and Eddie Vedder (Dec. 23); Ryan Seacrest, Ricky Martin and Mary Cutler (Dec. 24); Robin Gerber, and Sissy Spacek (Dec 25); Jerry Jolton Nooshin Meshkaty Jacqueline Bell (Dec. 26); John Amos (Dec. 27)
screening for these needy children.” The LTKG Foundation’s founder Percy Miller has discovered a way to help keep inner-city youth (ages 4 to 18) off the streets, away from drugs and gang violence by providing a safe haven to express themselves with positive energy, through music, film and dance. A highlight of the foundation is its Backpack program. Backpacks are filled with food and school supplies and distributed to youngsters taking part. Visit www.LetTheKidsGrowFoundation.org. Congrats go to Kevin Cresswell, the gala’s chair, for a wonderful evening. ****** Definitely a “divine time” as Divine Design, the West Coast’s premier charity shopping event, benefiting Project Angel Food took place at the former Robinson-May building. Divine Design connects shoppers (see ‘MANGUM,’ page 25)
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TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 21). It’s your year for emotional fitness, and positive new associations and habits will form in the months to come. You’ll change or hone your style in January. Friendship will open a professional door in February. March is your chance to get active in a new arena. June improves your domestic scene with a big change. Sagittarius and Taurus people adore you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Your personal sense of timing clicks perfectly with your environment. It takes confidence to move quickly. For now, it’s better to do too much too soon than too little too late. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll pay close attention to your return on investment, especially on an energetic level. The thing that seems like it would be fun to accomplish may be more effort than it’s worth. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your cosmic gift of the day is objectivity, an essential and strongly beneficial quality for self-realization. So, if you really did live in a glass house, what would people see? PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). Beware of people who can’t make the simplest of commitments, like deciding on a beverage or choosing a parking place. Surround yourself with people you can count on. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). Even if you’re basically happy where you are, you still think about the benefits of a career change. What’s the harm in imagining? You’ll realize what you love about your current position and what could be better. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). You’ll be keenly aware of how your attention is like a miracle growth spray. What you focus on will thrive and blossom, and what you ignore will shrivel up and eventually return to the earth. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll strive to create harmonious relationships, but if it doesn’t quite work out the way you want it to, don’t worry. When people are connected by feuding, they are still connected. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’ll love the fast-paced, engaging action of the day if you get right into the flow. However, if you stand back and watch, you may get intimidated. So don’t hesitate. Jump right in. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Are you antisocial? Or are you simply not as user-friendly as people want you to be? The truth is, you don’t want “just anyone “ for a friend, especially not the “user” type. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’re a hard one to read today, and some will get it wrong. Most misinterpretations will have to do with what the other person really wishes about you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You can’t stand trying to converse with people who simply wait for their turn to talk. They miss the whole point of your communication, which is quite simply a pleasure for the worthy partner. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). A bit of silliness is just what the cosmic doctor is ordering for you now. Humor and levity will not only be fun in the moment; they will seal someone’s love for you long-term.
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Page 24 | December 21, 2012 CHANUKAH CARNIVAL—The JEM Community Center at 9930 S. Santa Monica Blvd. held a Chanukah Carnival last Saturday. The event included prizes and booths for all ages, along with pony rides, a magic show, live music, fire juggling, menorah making and a grand raffle. Pictured right (from left): Bella Ferszt and Haya Illulian. Pictured below (from left): Estell Allouche and Chloe Bohbot volunteer at a booth.
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the upper levels of China that Beverly Hills is a destination.” Hong Yu Wang, who headed up the Dong Cheng delegation of 18 visitors, including 16 vice principals, said the visit offered insight into the cultures and characteristics of American education and school management.“We think we can learn from each other by comparing, analyzing and making the edu-
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Science Center Excursion Planned for BH Teens The Beverly Hills Community Services Department is taking advantage of a pupil-free day on Friday, Jan. 25 to offer an excursion for sixth-througheighth graders. The Community Services Department is offering young teens a day at the California Science Center, complete with
an Imax screening of Blue Planet and a visit to the space shuttle Endeavor. The excursion runs from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and the drop-off/pick-up location is La Cienega Park (8400 Gregory Way). The trip includes admission, transportation and super-
vision. Participants must bring money or sack lunch. The excursion is limited to 20 participants, so register now. For more information or to register please call 310.285.6820.
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event, band teacher Bill Bradbury said. The 63 musicians and five color guards from BHHS will perform “Strike Up The Band” as their main piece, in addition to The Beatles’ “I Saw Her Standing There.” “It’s upbeat and connects with the British culture,” Bradbury said of the iconic British group’s famous song. Schoolboard President
Jake Manaster, who will be accompanying the band to London, said he’s particularly excited to see his 10th-grade daughter play the flute with the marching band. “The band is really privileged to be invited because it’s the first time in the history of the school that we’ve been invited to attend,” he said. “It’s a big, cool deal.”
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The implementation of increased Emergency Medical Response capabilities, as well as in-lieu parking expansion and the development of a build-to-suit opportunity for Entertainment Industry office tenants and hotels at 9268 W. 3rd St. were also high-priority items for the council. Sidewalk maintenance within the city and development of BHUSD oil replacement projects were also given attention from the council.
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The parking issue came into play because code says indoor seating facilities for the cafe are permitted to occupy up to 999 square feet without needing additional parking. Nespresso proposed 998 square feet of indoor seating. Although outdoor seating on public property doesn't require additional parking, outdoor seating on private property is required to be parked at a rate of one space per each 45 square feet of floor area, according to the staff report. The applicant requested the waiver, saying the spots weren't needed and may present a financial hardship. Assistant Planner Ryan Golich assured the commission that granting the waiver wouldn't set any precedent and that staff viewed it as something the commission could review on a "case-bycase basis." Several other high priority items for 13-14 included Southeast Task Force Implementation, City facilities maintanence, the Small Business Task Force, enhancing the Gateways, Metro subway monitoring and implementing a citywide bicycle plan. The council also reviewed the list of 12-13 FY priorities it decided on last year, many of which, such as implementing historic preservation standards and creating a strategic parking plan, have already been completed. In Repertory:
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December 21, 2012 | Page 25 DIVINE DESIGN–At the Devine Design 5-day fundraising series in the former Robinson-May store for the benefit of Project Angel Food, actress Jennie Garth (center) presented an award to noted women’s wear designer David Meister (left). They are pictured with Jim Gordon of presenting sponsor Time-Warner Cable. Photo by Casey Rogers/Invision for Time Warner Cable/AP Images
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designer fashion, home furnishings, décor and accessories, all sold at deep discounts to raise critical funds for Project Angel Food, which provides meals and nutritional counseling each week to people throughout L.A. County affected by HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. Presenting sponsor Time Warner Cable reflected this year’s “rock ‘n’ roll” theme with its Signature Home Lounge being the social media hub and hotspot of the marketplace by offering a rock-inspired setting with guitar wall fixtures, cobalt carpet, gunmetal walls and modern technology twists. Attendees took a break from shopping and checked out TWC’s suite of sophisticated technology products and services. The opening party honored women’s wear designer David Meister whose list of fans reads like a “who’s who.” Actress Jennie Garth presented his award while guests sipped TWC martinis in addition to signature appetizers created by special TWC guest, Food Network’s Aarti Party host Aarti Sequeira. At the next evening’s VIP cocktail party, Jessi Combs 9 (TLC’s Overhaulin’) joined TWC in the Signature Home Lounge, which featured two interactive stations bringing social and traditional media together: “15 Seconds of Fame,” an interactive video experience that allowed visitors to star in their favorite television shows (great fun), and “Why I Support Divine Design,” which let shoppers record testimonials that will be packaged and posted on YouTube. For five consecutive days, Divine Design was the place to find the best in designer merchandise at a discount, sometimes 60 percent off retail and going up from there to 90 percent off. In the spirit of giving, shoppers chose from incredible deals for everyone on their holiday list and help feed those struggling with a life-threatening illness. For every $5 spent at Divine Design, Project Angel Food can cook and deliver a meal to someone struggling with debilitating illnesses. Another evening, it was designer Mila Hermonovski of Project Runway fame and noted style expert Lawrence Zarian hosting an evening of VIP shopping and cocktails.
A DAY OF GIVING– Employees of Torrey Pines Bank, 9355 Wilshire Blvd., joined colleagues in donating $5,800 for the American Red Cross and its Hurricane Sandy Relief. Pictured (from left): Elena Savany, bank AVP; Ron Farina, American Red Cross, chapter executive officer; and Mona Gabriel, the bank’s VP/customer service manager JCF GENERAL COUNSEL–The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles has appointed Susan Mattisinko to the newly created position of general counsel. She will supervise all legal and compliance matters for the foundation, the largest manager of charitable assets and planned-giving solutions for local Jewish philanthropists. Mattisinko served for three years as general counsel of the Jewish Community Foundation of MetroWest New Jersey and, before that, as associate counsel with Oppenheimer Funds in New York. She earned her law degree from NYU, a master’s in public administration from Columbia, and a bachelor’s from the University of Pennsylvania.
Devine Design was born 21 years ago in response to the devastation the design community was experiencing from HIV/AIDS. Founded in 1989, Project Angel Food currently provides 12,000 life-sustaining meals and nutritional counseling each week. Thanks to a devoted core of 3,700 volunteers, meals are cooked and delivered weekly to people’s homes throughout L.A. For more information, visit www.divinedesign.org. ****** The Children’s Defense Fund–California hosted its 22nd “Beat the Odds” Awards ceremony at The Beverly Hills Hotel. The celebration honored five Los Angeles high school “stars” in recognition for excellence in academic achievements, despite the overwhelming obstacles that stand in their way. The meaningful evening began with cocktails at 6:30 p.m., followed by a dinner and inspirational awards ceremony at 7:30 p.m. Hollywood celebs and supporters paid tribute to the inspirational high school students who “beat the odds” in achieving success in academic performances and accomplishments, while overcoming the challenges and personal hardship present in their daily lives. After remarks from actress Michelle Monaghan, Richard Kent of Belmont High School received his award (from Conan O’Brien); Yahydia Iniguez of Helen Bernstein High School (from Reese Witherspoon); Roneisha Pugh of St. Mary’s Academy in Inglewood (from Elizabeth Shue); and Zoe Saldana and Trey Thompkins presented fraternal
twins Jade and Jalen Woods of Frederick K.C. Price III School their awards respectively. Each student honoree received a $10,000 college scholarship and other services including mentoring, internship placements, leadership and job training, general support from the Children’s Defense Fund – California, college counseling, SAT prep and a weeklong college tour provided by the Fulfillment Fund. The momentous occasion was hosted by the Children’s Defense Fund President Marian Wright Edelman, along with supporters from Hollywood’s elite community and co-chairs, Katie McGrath and J.J. Abrams, Jurnee Smollett and Josiah Bell, Carol and Frank Biondi, RuthAnn Huvane and Kevin Huvane, Stacey and Charles King, Liza and Conan O’Brien, Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth, and Laura and Casey Wasserman. Additional guests included Melissa Beoist, Alexis Bledel, Miranda Cosgrove, Benedict Cumberbatch, Alice Eve, Greg Grunberg, Mary McCormack, Holland Roden, and Hannah Simone, among others. Since its inception in 1990, the Children’s Defense Fund “Beat the Odds” program serves to identify and reward remarkable high school students who have achieved excellence in their overall academic performance, community participation and personal goals. These impressive scholars have clearly demonstrated the qualities necessary to become future leaders. The “Beat the Odds” program further enhances student’s leadership abilities by awarding them
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THE FEAR OF GETTING LOST The earliest recollection I have of getting lost occurred while on a school field trip to the zoo. A female classmate and I became separated from the rest of the class and wound up in the Great Ape House feeding bananas to a family of gorillas. After many hours we were eventually discovered by the zoo patrol, brought to lost and found deand later rescued by the school’s missing person’s team narrowly escaping the zoo’s policy of auctioning off lost kids to the highest bidder if not claimed within 24 hours. A harrowing experience considering we were both 8 at the time and lost in each others arms. As hair raising experiences go, however, it doesn’t get any more foreboding than getting lost in space so think twice before booking passage on the Virgin Galactic Spaceship Enterprise where you could be propelled past the International Space Station into deep space before the warm nuts and first cocktail are served with no Spock nor Capt. Kirk in sight to save the day. With signs that read Black Hole Straight Ahead, No U Turns and Next Exit 10 Million Light Years, you would do well to take along an ample supply of space snacks (Mars Bars, Milky Ways, Starbursts, Astro Pops) and confirm in advance the Enterprise is equipped with Wifi and an extensive library of DVD’s including the entire six seasons of the TV series Lost and, if you’re superstitious, it ‘s probably be a good idea to leave the Amelia Earhart luggage at home.” You might ask “why go?” The answer of course would be, all of those frequent flier miles. People close to me have also been known to disappear. Picture my date and I on a romantic boat ride through the Tunnel of Love. As we are pulled along by a mysterious mechanism making an eerie clicking sound, I move closer to my date Ruby, named for the color of her lips, in hopes of taking my mind off the polluted water, floating trash and smell of dead fish all around us. When at last the light at the end of the tunnel appears, I turn to Ruby only to discover that she is gone, claimed by the cruel sea. That’s how it goes in life and in love, you win some you lose some. In the post Ruby era I was once lost while scuba diving off the coast of Malibu but somehow managed to elude electric eels (the bi-sexual AC-DC variety) giant squid (the adult female size with 8 tentacles and heavy make-up), sharks (the great white with a take no prisoners attitude) and an occasional mob informer floating by (The Godfather’s Luca Brasi comes to mind) before being rescued by a nautically challenged Vietnamese fisherman who had made a wrong turn in the South China Sea and also lost his way. Since a great deal of Vietnam’s language is borrowed from the Chinese, in which I am fluent from years of ordering Chinese take out, we were able to communicate with each other, albeit on a very basic level. Getting lost has become a regular occurrence for me. I have no trouble going from points A to Z, it’s all those points in between that I can never find. Driving is at best a dicey situation since I have no sense of direction, cannot read maps, and have long since given up trying to comprehend the navigation system in my car and the mysterious lady who resides inside of it. Furthermore, driving outside my comfort zone always seems to bring me into contact with streets with no names or have names virtually impossible to find. Places like Sesame Street, Tin Pan Alley, Easy Street, Lovers Lane, Skid Row, Yellow Brick Road, Penny Lane and a destination made famous by Ol Blue Eyes, My Way. I also get lost trying to find my seat at the Rose Bowl, the Hollywood Bowl and whenever I’m in a strange house, the toilet bowl. I even get lost in my own home and that’s not easy to do considering the fact I live in a one bedroom apartment. But when I do leave home, as a hedge against getting lost, I’m always accompanied by my homing pigeon aptly named “Lost Leader.” This breed of pigeon can travel 600 miles without losing its way, is fun to be with, dines modestly on fruit, grain and nuts (essential for growing new feathers) and is surprisingly inexpensive to acquire. I paid $50 for mine but you may be able to do better with a Groupon. Always register your homing pigeon with the NPA (National Pigeon Association) the dues are modest and they send you a monthly newsletter. Here is some final food for thought. When you reach a fork in the road and are fearful of making the wrong decision and getting lost follow the advice of that great philosopher Yogi Berra who once said “When you reach a fork in the road, take it.”
Longtime Beverly Hills resident Roger Lefkon is a veteran television writer/producer/director and former senior excutive with Merv Griffin Enterprises through support, training and the honor of recognition at this high profile event. This non-profit that has worked relentlessly for 35 years to ensure a level playing field for all children. Supported by
foundation and corporate grants and individual donations, CDF advocates nationwide on behalf of children to ensure that children are always a priority. For more information visit www.childrensdefense.org.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 455742CA Loan No. 3010760803 Title Order No. 1075908 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-10-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12-21-2012 at 11:00 A.M., CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-182006, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 06 2311985, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: DANIEL V. O'DONOVAN AND, CAROL M. O'DONOVAN AS TRUSTEES OF THE O'DONOVAN FAMILY TRUST, JULY 11, 2005, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as
shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766. Legal Description: LOT 38, OF TRACT NO. 5571, IN THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 107 PAGE(S) 72 TO 80 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $2,152,006.16 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 13360 JAVA DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210 APN Number: 4385-004005 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore
described is being sold "as is". In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 11-28-2012 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee DEREK WEARRENEE, ASSISTANT SECRETARY California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: www.lpsasap.com or 1-714-7302727 www.priorityposting.com or 1-714-5731965 www.auction.com or 1-800-280-2832 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY I N F O R M AT I O N OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not
on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, this information can be obtained from one of the following three companies: LPS
LAST NAME FIRST By Patrick Berry / Edited by Will Shortz
Agency Sales and BHC 260035 Posting at (714) 7302727, or visit the Internet Web site w w w. l p s a s a p. c o m F A N C L U B S A C C U (Registration required to P O O F A L I B A B A E N C L O S search for sale informa- C A P O tion) or Priority Posting T H E L O X F A C T O R A T R A N D and Publishing at (714) S U C K L E R V A N L O I N J O 573-1965 or visit the H I D E B I T E O N D E Internet Web site C L A S S I F I E D L O www.priorityposting.com A S H E N (Click on the link for S H A R L S A T A F O R E L "Advanced Search" to F A V O R I T E S O L O N D W A search for sale informaA V O N Y E W M A R I F tion), or auction.com at 1- A M E S L A L O M D A N C I 800-280-2832 or visit the R U N S F O R Internet Web site S T R A T A H E A V E D www.auction.com, using S L O W I N G V O T E R S M I D S I the Trustee Sale No. W E N N O E S I N C S A N A M shown above. Information G L O A M I N G T A B about postponements O R A N G that are very short in R O I L A P P T A F T S P U duration or that occur D I R E C T O R S C L O U T A P E close in time to the A L I E R I N D C A N E scheduled sale may not O E D O B T A I immediately be reflected B L O B G U N S F L O A T T U E S D in the telephone informa- C A L I E N T E tion or on the Internet U N D E R C U T T O P H A T S E A Web site. The best way to P I E R H P S S W E A R A T D S verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. A4328905 12/07/2012, 12/14/2012, 12/21/12 ––––––
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: DECEMBER 3, 2012 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: SUSTAINABLE KARMA LLC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 201 S. ROBERTSON BLVD. BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 Type of license(s) applied for: 41 - ON-SALE BEER AND WINE EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 12/07/12, 12/14/12, 12/21/12
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BEVERLY HILLS NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: DECEMBER 3, 2012 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: SUSTAINABLE KARMA LLC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 201 S. ROBERTSON BLVD. BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 Type of license(s) applied for: 41 - ON-SALE BEER AND WINE EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 12/07/12, 12/14/12, 12/21/12 BHC 260035 —————————— T.S. No.: 2012-2489 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/19/2011. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE P R O C E E D I N G AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state of national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: JOHN BANAFSHEHA, A(N) MARRIED MAN, Duly Appointed Trustee: S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Deed of Trust recorded 1/12/2012, as Instrument No. 20120055704, in book XX, page, XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California. Date of Sale: 12/28/2012 Time: 4:30 PM Place of Sale: The flagpoles at the corner
of Lancaster Boulevard and Cedar Avenue located at the Lancaster Public Library, 601 West Lancaster Boulevard, Lancaster, CA 93534. Amount of unpaid balance and other reasonable estimated charges: $591,421.40. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 804 NORTH BEDFORD DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210. A.P.N.: 4345010-015. THE BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT, IN ITS DISCRETION, TO EXERCISE ITS RIGHTS AND REMEDIES IN ANY MANNER PERMITTED UNDER SECTION 9604 OF THE CALIFORNIA COMMERCIAL CODE, OR ANY OTHER APPLICABLE SECTION, AS TO ALL OR SOME OF THE PERSONAL PROPERTY, FIXTURES AND OTHER GENERAL TANGIBLES AND INTANGIBLES MORE PA R T I C U L A L R Y DESCRIBED IN THE DEED OF TRUST, ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES AND RENTS, FIXTURE FILING, AND SECURITY AGREEMENT; REQUEST OF NOTICE The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postpone-
P U B L I C N OT I C E S ments be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855)986-9342, or LOG ONTO or visit this Internet Web site H Y P E R L I N K "http://www.superiordefault.com" www.superiordefault.com using the file number assigned to this case 2012-2489 . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 12/4/2012. S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION. 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106, Westlake Village, California, 91362 (818)991-4600. By: LUIS ALVARADO, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER. WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (12/07/12, 12/14/12, 12/21/12, SDI-2715) —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 1368640-39 APN: 4391-030-038 TRA: 002444 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx0739 REF: Javidzad, Shahram IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED July 17, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 03, 2013, at 9:00am, C a l - W e s t e r n Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded July 25, 2007, as Inst. No. 20071755190 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Shahram Jeff Javidzad and Monica Nourmand Javidzad, husband and wife as community property, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the financial code and authorized to do business in this state: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center
Plaza, Pomona, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1053 North Hillcrest Road, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $3,167,762.79. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO
PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (619)590-1221 or visit the internet website w w w. r p p s a l e s . c o m , using the file number assigned to this case 1 3 6 8 6 4 0 - 3 9 . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web Site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For sales information: (619)590-1221. CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: December 05, 2012. (12/14/2012, 12/21, 12/28) R-423611 –––––– Trustee Sale No. : 20120159902832 Title Order No.: 1268336 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/05/2005. 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. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/13/2005 as Instrument No. 05 1642607 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUT-
December 21, 2012 | Page 27 ED BY: LINDA HAMM, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 12/20/2012 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1155 NORTH LA CIENAGA BLVD, 1207, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90069 APN#: 5555-006-181 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 $703,632.89. 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
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bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder 's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.co m for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20120159902832. 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: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 5005 WINDPLAY DRIVE, SUITE 1 EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762-9334 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 11/22/2012 NPP0210479 BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 12/07/2012, 12/14/2012 12/21/12
Page 28 | December 21, 2012 of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 120077613. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 2818219 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.172356 12/21, 12/28, 1/04/2013
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 120077613 Title Order No. 12-0138956 APN No. 4335-003-036 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/17/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ASHA DHILLON, A SINGLE WOMAN, dated 11/17/2005 and recorded 11/30/2005, as Instrument No. 05 2908062, in Book , Page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 01/17/2013 at 9:00AM, Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, Vineyard Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 146 NORTH ALMONT DRIVE #7, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90048. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $662,360.11. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as pro–––––– vided, and the unpaid principal of the Note NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE as provided in said Note, Date of Filing Application: plus fees, charges and DECEMBER 12, 2012 expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created To Whom It May Concern: by said Deed of Trust. If The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) required by the provisions is/are:
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P U B L I C N OT I C E S NEW A.O.C. RESTAURANT INC THE The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 8700 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90048-3804 Type of license(s) applied for: 47 - ON-SALE GENERAL PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 12/21/12, BHC 259154 BEVERLY HILLS COURIER
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written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: January 04, 2013 Time: 9:00am Dept: A Room: 104 The address of the court is: 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica CourthouseWest District. Reason for name change: Petitioner is already known by his proposed name professionally and wishes to be known by his proposed name in all personal/business affairs.. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information in the foregoing petition is true and correct. Signed: Susan Rust Judge of the Superior Court Joseph S. Biderman Dated: November 19, 2012 Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 B.H. Courier
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012227896 The following is/are doing business as: SUNCRYSTAL MINING 1616 Preuss Road, Los Angeles, CA 90035; Nirinjan Singh Khalsa 1616 Preuss Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 01, 2012: Nirinjan Khalsa: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 14, 2012; Published: November 30, December FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 07, 14, 21, 2012 LACC N/C STATEMENT 2012240975 The followFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME ing is/are doing business as: STATEMENT 2012228018 The follow- CANNABRATION 14434 Tiara St. #1, ing is/are doing business as: RAZ- Van Nuys, CA 91401; Susan Soares ZDAZZPRINTING.COM 9663 Santa 14434 Tiara St. #1, Van Nuys, CA Monica Blvd. #435, Beverly Hills, CA 91401; The business is conducted by: 90210; Janet Blasius 1670 Benedict AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has Canyon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; begun to transact business under the The business is conducted by: AN name(s) listed herein December 04, INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun 2012: Susan Soares: Statement is to transact business under the filed with the County of Los Angeles: name(s) listed herein October 01, December 04, 2012; Published: 2012: Janet Blasius: Statement is December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC filed with the County of Los Angeles: N/C November 14, 2012; Published: November 30, December 07, 14, 21, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012234080 The follow2012 LACC N/C ing is/are doing business as: LLD FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 835 S. STATEMENT 2012232027 The follow- Tremaine Ave., Los Angeles, CA ing is/are doing business as: 1) 90005; Dunsworth Inc. 835 S. PARISA KAPREALIAN 2) PRETTY Tremaine Ave., Los Angeles, CA PLEASE DESIGN 9480 Charleville 90005; The business is conducted by: Blvd. #7, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has Parisa Kaprealian 9480 Charleville NOT begun to transact business Blvd. #7, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; under the name(s) listed herein: Hryer Kaprealian 9480 Charleville Loren Dunsworth, President: Blvd. #7, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The Statement is filed with the County of business is conducted by: HUSBAND Los Angeles: November 26, 2012; AND WIFE, registrant(s) has begun to Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, transact business under the name(s) 2012 LACC N/C listed herein October 08, 2012: Parisa Kaprealian: Statement is filed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME with the County of Los Angeles: STATEMENT 2012237672 The followNovember 20, 2012; Published: ing is/are doing business as: November 30, December 07, 14, 21, ONESTOPMALLSERVICE.COM 2122 Century Park lane #306, Los Angeles, 2012 LACC N/C CA 90067; Charles E. Freeman 2122 Century Park lane #306, Los Angeles, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CA 90067; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has LOS ANGELES NOT begun to transact business CASE NO: SS022921 under the name(s) listed herein: ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Charles Freeman: Statement is filed FOR with the County of Los Angeles: CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of the petition of: November 29, 2012; Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC SUSAN RUST N/C To all interested person(s): Petitioner: SUSAN RUST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME current residence address: STATEMENT 2012236659 The follow1249 Beverly Green Dr., ing is/are doing business as: 1) Beverly Hills, CA 90212 filed a petition with the THREE-D SPIRITS 2) CAFE BLOOD Superior Court of California, 6920 Hayvenhurst Ave. #202, Van Nuys, CA 91406; TI Beverage Group, County of Ltd. 9107 Wilshire Blvd. #500, Beverly Los Angeles, Hills, CA 90210; The business is con1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, ducted by: A CORPORATION, regisSanta Monica Courthouse- trant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed West District, herein: Michael Machat, President: on November 19, 2012 for a Decree changing names Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; as follows: Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, Present Name: 2012 LACC N/C Susan Rust Proposed Name: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Susan Chris Rust The court orders that all per- STATEMENT 2012235846 The followsons interested in this matter ing is/are doing business as: SOHO shall appear before this court at GALLERY 9893 S. Santa Monica the hearing indicated below to Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212; S & P show cause, if any, why the Soho Arts Group LLC 1131 Alta petition for change of name Loma Rd. #218, West Hollywood, CA should not be granted. Any per- 90069; The business is conducted by: son objecting to the name A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, changes described above must registrant(s) has NOT begun to transfile a written objection that act business under the name(s) listincludes the reasons for the ed herein: Grover Stevenson objection at least two court Perkins, III, Managing Member: days before the matter is Statement is filed with the County of scheduled to be heard and Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; must appear at the hearing to Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, show cause why the petition 2012 LACC N/C should not be granted. If no
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012235645 The following is/are doing business as: 1) MONSIERU MARCEL 2) MR. MARCEL 6333 W. Third St. #150, Los Angeles, CA 90036; Strouk Group, Inc. 6333 W. Third St. #150, Los Angeles, CA 90036; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Stephane Strouk, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC N/C
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012235669 The following is/are doing business as: 1) LAUREN FEDER, MD 2) RENE HAARPAINTNER, DC 6399 Wilshire Blvd. #1010, Los Angeles, CA 90048; XCM, Inc. 6399 Wilshire Blvd. #1010, Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Lauren Feder, Owner/President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC N/C
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012235822 The following is/are doing business as: RUSSELL MANAGEMENT GROUP 3600 Wilshire Blvd. #1032, Los Angeles, CA 90010; G.L. Russel & Associates, Inc. 3600 Wilshire Blvd. #1032, Los Angeles, CA 90010; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Gary Russell, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC N/C
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012235977 The following is/are doing business as: 10470 LORENZO PLACE PROJECT 2550 Overland Ave. #200, Los Angeles, CA 90064; Louis Wolff 2550 Overland Ave. #200, Los Angeles, CA 90064; Linda Wolff 2550 Overland Ave. #200, Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: HUSBAND AND WIFE, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Louis and Linda Wolff: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC N/C
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012236002 The following is/are doing business as: 140 OCEAN PARK PROJECT #426 2550 Overland Ave. #200, Los Angeles, CA 90064; William P. Wolff 2550 Overland Ave. #200, Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: William P. Wolff: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC N/C
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012236007 The following is/are doing business as: CANON CLUB 340 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Canon Club, LLC 340 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Albert Ahobim, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; Published: December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC N/C
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December 07, 14, 21, 28, 2012 LACC STATEMENT 2012248104 The followN/C ing is/are doing business as: 1) ASSEMBLY 2) ASSEMBLY SALON FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 250 S. Robertson Blvd. #B, Beverly STATEMENT 2012243443 The follow- Hills, CA 90211; Put Together ing is/are doing business as: 1) Holdings, LLC 250 S. Robertson Blvd. REVERSE MORTGAGE DIRECTORY #B, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The busi2) REVERSE MORTGAGE ADVISER ness is conducted by: A LIMITED LIA3) REVERSE MORTGAGE CENTER BILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has 4) REVERSE MORTGAGE OPTIONS NOT begun to transact business 350 S. Beverly Dr. #220, Beverly Hills, under the name(s) listed herein: CA 90212; Reverse Lead Club, LLC Jessica Jekkel, Member: Statement 1250 4th St. 5th Flr., Santa Monica, CA is filed with the County of Los Angeles: 90401; The business is conducted by: December 13, 2012; Published: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, December 21, 28, January 04, 11, registrant(s) has NOT begun to trans- 2012 LACC N/C act business under the name(s) listed herein: Jeremy Milken, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Manager: Statement is filed with the STATEMENT 2012248164 The followCounty of Los Angeles: December 06, ing is/are doing business as: 1) 2012; Published: December 14, 21, TALAIE AND SHAFIGHI DENTAL CO. 28, January 04, 2012 LACC N/C 2) CENTURY SMILE DENTAL 9916 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232; FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Maryam Talaie, DDS, Inc. 9916 Venice STATEMENT 2012243440 The follow- Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232; The busiing is/are doing business as: ELITE ness is conducted by: A CORPORAMATCHMAKING 350 S. Beverly Dr. TION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to #220, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Active transact business under the name(s) Singles, LLC 350 S. Beverly Dr. #220, listed herein: Maryam Talaie, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business President: Statement is filed with the is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILI- County of Los Angeles: December 13, TY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT 2012; Published: December 21, 28, begun to transact business under the January 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C name(s) listed herein: Jeremy Milken, Manager: Statement is filed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME with the County of Los Angeles: STATEMENT 2012248200 The followDecember 06, 2012; Published: ing is/are doing business as: COMDecember 14, 21, 28, January 04, PUTER & CAREER INSTITUTE DBA 2012 LACC N/C CALIFORNIA MEDICAL CAREER INSTITUTE 292 S. La Cienega Blvd. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME #206, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Sophie STATEMENT 2012247472 The follow- R. Morris, Inc. 292 S. La Cienega ing is/are doing business as: LAS Blvd. #206, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; MENINAS FILMS 4138 Los Feliz Blvd. The business is conducted by: AN #1, Los Angeles, CA 90027; Hollis A. INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT Evans 4138 Los Feliz Blvd. #1, Los begun to transact business under the Angeles, CA 90027; Friedman name(s) listed herein: Sophie R. Monique C. 821 N. Wilcox Ave. #104, Morris: Statement is filed with the Los Angeles, CA 90038; The business County of Los Angeles: December 13, is conducted by: A GENERAL PART- 2012; Published: December 21, 28, NERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to January 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C transact business under the name(s) listed herein August 03, 2010: Hollis FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME A. Evans, Partner: Statement is filed STATEMENT 2012248213 The followwith the County of Los Angeles: ing is/are doing business as: 1) THE I December 13, 2012; Published: FACTOR PRESS 2) MULTIPLEX, INC. December 21, 28, January 04, 11, 10560 Wilshire Blvd. #2004, Los 2012 LACC N/C Angeles, CA 90024; Multiplex Software Inc. 10560 Wilshire Blvd. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME #2004, Los Angeles, CA 90024; The STATEMENT 2012246027 The follow- business is conducted by: A CORPOing is/are doing business as: RATION, registrant(s) has begun to ARABESQUE BALLET STUDIO 6087 transact business under the name(s) Pico Blvd.,, Los Angeles, CA 90035; listed herein July 01, 2012: Paul Deborah Abergel 166 S. Hayworth Weinberg, President: Statement is #202, Los Angeles, CA 90048; The filed with the County of Los Angeles: business is conducted by: AN INDI- December 13, 2012; Published: VIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to December 21, 28, January 04, 11, transact business under the name(s) 2012 LACC N/C listed herein November 15, 2012: Deborah Abergel: Statement is filed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME with the County of Los Angeles: STATEMENT 2012248222 The followDecember 11, 2012; Published: ing is/are doing business as: VICTUS December 21, 28, January 04, 11, CAPITAL WEALTH 11111 Santa 2012 LACC N/C Monica Blvd. #1080, Los Angeles, CA 90025; CFMV Global Wealth FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Advisors, LLC 11111 Santa Monica STATEMENT 2012250130 The follow- Blvd. #1080, Los Angeles, CA 90025; ing is/are doing business as: 316 The business is conducted by: A LIMCOLUMBIA APARTMENTS 316 ITED LIABILITY COMPANY, regisColumbia Apts., Los Angeles, CA trant(s) has begun to transact busi90017; Maralyn R. Brady 2584 S. ness under the name(s) listed herein Westgate Ave., Los Angeles, CA November 2010: Thomas J. 90064; Rolando F. Natareno 7731 Calcagnini, Managing Partner: Vineland Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352; Statement is filed with the County of The business is conducted by: Los Angeles: December 13, 2012; COPARTNERS, registrant(s) has Published: December 21, 28, January begun to transact business under the 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C name(s) listed herein December 04, 2002: Maralyn R. Brady, Rolando R. Natareno, Copartners: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: NOTICE— Fictitious December 18, 2012; Published: December 21, 28, January 04, 11, name statement 2012 LACC N/C expires five years from
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012236124 The following is/are doing business as: MADDYLOO 241 S. Reeves Dr. #203, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Creative Ties, Inc. 241 S. Reeves Dr. #203, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Jon Samnick, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 28, 2012; Published: FICTITIOUS
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ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT
French Kings Antiques Grandd Openingg Specials Fine Art & Antiques MOVING!
ANTIQUES SALE LIQUIDATION EVERYTHING MUST GO!
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
VOICE / PIANO LESSONS
GIVE THE GIFT OF HEALTH & WELLNESS
Years of Experience as Professional Singer/Musician/Teacher. BM-Northwestern Univ. School of Music MARLA 323/377-1790
www.marlajones.com
NO REASONABLE OFFER WILL BE REFUSED! VERY FINE FRENCH & EUROPEAN ANTIQUES: Furniture, Fireplaces, Paintings, Clocks, Marbles, Sculptures, Bronzes, Porcelain, Chandeliers, Pianos and MUCH MORE.
French Kings Antiques Inc. Since 1979 538 & 540 North La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood.
310.652.5045 Website:frenchkingsantiques.com
CLASSIFI ED INDEX MISCELLANEOUS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Obituaries .............................................00 Bookkeeping/Accounting ......................01 Announcements....................................02 Mail Boxes............................................03 Lost & Found ........................................04 Personals .............................................05 Phone Cards ........................................06 Legal Services......................................09 Catering ................................................10 Valet Parking Services ..........................12 Auctions................................................25 Travel Tours ..........................................40 Personal Chef.......................................42 Party Services ......................................43 Video/Photography ...............................44 Schools/Instruction ...............................45 Computer Consultants..........................46 Health & Beauty....................................4 7 Fitness ..................................................48 Professional Services...........................50 Alterations ............................................53 Jobs Wanted ........................................55 Situations Wanted ................................58 Jobs Wanted Domestic ........................60 Domestic Agencies...............................85 Child Care ............................................86 Elderly Home/Care ...............................88 Employment Opportunities ...................90 Volunteer Work.....................................98
Business and Commercial Lots .........235 Wanted to Rent, Offices .....................239 Offices, Stores for Lease....................240 Commercial Property For Lease .........241 Building Material.................................245 Industrial Lots.....................................250 Acreage, Residential Lots ..................260 Condominiums and Townhouses........270 Real Estate for Exchange ..................280 Real Estate Services ..........................281 Real Estate Loans..............................288 Property Management .......................290 Houses for Sale .................................300 Wanted to Buy....................................302 Wanted to Buy Houses ......................303 Palm Springs for Rent ........................331
RENTALS Rentals to Share ................................404 Wanted to Rent ..................................405 Garage/Storage Rentals .....................407 Rooms for Rent...................................415 Hotels & Motels...................................416 Boarding House/Senior Living ............418 Houses for Rent Furnished ................420 Houses for Rent Unfurnished.............425 Apartments for Rent Furnished..........435 Rental Referral Services ....................439 Apartments for Rent Unfurnished ......440 Vacation Rentals ................................449
BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL
MISCELLANEOUS/SALES
Business Opportunities .......................110 Business Wanted ................................115 Investment Opportunities....................125 Investors Wanted ................................126 Business Services ..............................130 Financial Services ..............................135 Money to Loan....................................150 Mortgage Loans ..................................151 Real Estate Loans ..............................155 Money Wanted....................................165
Antiques/Paintings for Sale................460 Antiques/Paintings Wanted.................461 Jewelry ...............................................468 Furniture For Sale ..............................469 Miscellaneous for Sale........................470 Miscellaneous Wanted ........................471 Pianos For Sale ..................................472 Pianos Wanted....................................473 Fashion ...............................................474 Garage/Estate Sales...........................475 Pets ....................................................480 Auctions .............................................488
REAL ESTATE Income Property for Sale ...................200 Income Property Wanted ....................201 Commercial Property For Sale...........202 Businesses For Sale ..........................208 Business Property for Sale .................210 Business Property for Rent.................215 Business Property Wanted.................220
TRANSPORTATION Autos for Sale ....................................500 Motorcycles ........................................525 Aircraft’s for Sale................................540 Aircraft’s Wanted ................................545 Boats/Yachts ......................................555
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White Knabe Grand Piano U s e d b y “ E l v i s ” in RCA recording sessions. Cell: 310/570-5815 310/474-2291
09 LEGAL SERVICES Full Service Bookkeeping & Payroll.
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• COMPUTER • Repair & Training * * * * * * *
• Home or Office • Installation • Setup • Software Training • Virus & Spyware
For Details Call Celebrity Trainer Michele Laybourn: 310-923-3237 REFERENCES AVAIL., INCLD. LADY A NTEBELLUM ’ S T OUR M ANAGER
Or Visit: BODYBYMISHKA.COM
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ARE YOU OWED SUPPORT? TOP “A/V” RATED CENTURY CITY LAW FIRM CAN HELP YOU. Specializing In: Divorce & Collection of Support & Complex Personal Injury Cases (auto accident, etc.).
No Recovery, No Fee! LAW OFFICES OF • BRADFORD L. TREUSCH • 310/557-2599 “A/V” R ATED FOR O VER 25 Y EARS . www.Treusch.net
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• Website Design CALL E. STURM:
310/678-2173
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COMPUTER SPECIALIST Small Business Networks Data Safeguard & Recovery Cloud Computing, Backup & Remote Access Services Available
Local References
(310) ASK-DAVE (310) 275-3283
• Reasonable Rates •
PERSONAL TRAINER Let Michael, British Boxing Champion and Trainer Help You Look and Feel Great! Certified Nutritionist will design a personal food plan for your. Great References. Senior Training Programs Available.
310/838-3944 “Will Guarantee Results”
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David@TechnoEntomology.com
Tutoring By 18 Years Exp. Credentialed Teacher at Same with Masters B.H. Location. For Adults & Adults Specializing w/ Disabilities in: in Bars ESL, GED, Citizenship. Restaurants & Basic Skills, History, Small Corps. Social Science, Exellent References. QBooks90210, Inc. Language, Humanities. 323-655-5596 310/433-9010 qbooks90210.com
ALL ORGANIC WEIGHT LOSS FOOD SHOPPING & MEAL PREPARATION!
YOUR AD HERE CALL 310.278.1322
NEED HELP WITH COLLEGE & FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS? Contact Private College Counselor 310/993-9912
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JOBS WANTED
ELDERLY CARE
LICESNED SECURITY GUARD
SENIOR CARE SPECIALISTS, Ltd.
Available as a driver Provide for Seniors, Etc... Thoroughly Screened Run Errands, Doctor’s Caregivers Visits and Shopping. and Clean DMV record with Companions. excellent references. Licensed Bonded • Insured Contact Victor at: • M EMBER BBB • 323/938-2845 • 310/657-5703 •
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
OFFICE / STORES FOR LEASE
TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE
Private Office Suite at 9595 Wilshire Bl.
KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900
I am a reliable, caring CAREGIVER/ and responsible COMPANION GENTLEMAN I was with my last client seeking a position for 22 years. I am as a CAREGIVER Full time live out. responsible, honest and Excellent References caring with great doctors with 30 years exp. references. Looking for Call 323/655-1883 live-out position up to 7days/night per week.
Call 310/990-2528
NEED HELP?
******* WE UNDERSTAND.. . Mama’s caregivers are loving, caring, trained & bonded. Live in or out.
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M AMA’ S H OME C ARE 323/655-2622
Licensed•Bonded•Insured
Contact Cindy: 213-300-4492
ARE YOU A SENIOR AND NEED ASSISTANCE?
We can help YOU!
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Good Company. Great People. We provide in-home care and companionship to help you remain independent and happy at home. If you need help and would like a free in-home assessment please call us at:
323-932-8700
We provide experienced Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s for seniors needing companions to drive them to doctors, prepare meals, light housekeeping, etc... We offer responsible and nurturing care. Our staff is thoroughly screened and we care. Live In/Out.
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• ELDERCARE • IN-HOME SPECIALIST • Caregivers • CNA • CHHA
Has living at home become increasingly difficult for you or your loved one? At New Beginnings In Home Care we understand that basic day-to-day tasks can be both overwhelming, andwithmultipleprescriptions, even confusing. Let our professional caregivers help you ease this burden with our affordable and competitive services.
• Companions • Live-In / Live-Out
www.exehomecare.com
BBB A+ (Highest Rated)
RN on Staff
CHEZ GERMEN Established Hair Salon In Beverly Hills • 1 Great Double Station For Rent. • 1 Manicurist Spot Avail. Great parking & friendly environtment. Must have own clientele.
Call 310/246-1270
90 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY • EDITOR • Research for Camera/ Videography Ops. MA; Or BA & 5 Years Exp. Send Resume To: Downtown Reel Productions, 3122 Santa Monica Bl. #303 Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Our premiere private duty home care agency is currently seeking professional caregivers to assist our senior clients. C N A’s , CHHA's, MA's preferred. Great paying positions available throughout Los Angeles, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, Bel Aire, Pacific Palisades and San Fernando Valley.
Please call (323) 932-8700
200 Income Property For Sale
FOR SALE ••• 12 UNIT ••• APARTMENT BUILDING IN PACIFIC PALISADES
BEVERLY HILLS OFFICES Prime Location on Wilshire next to Academy of Motion Picture. • Executive Suite $400up include utilities • 4F with views
Call now for a free assessment
760-876-0128
www.nbinhomecare.com Lic. No. 1200010472
CENTURY PARK EAST 1 BED, 1 BATH $425,000 Unobstructed East Views Best South Tower Location No Assessment
1 BED/1 BATH $435,000
Penthouse Ocean & City Views Renovated Kit/Bath South Tower Quiet Corner Locationn
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5 Star Renovation, Limestone Counters, Hardwood Floors, Large Balcony, Custom Cabinetry Partial City Views, Quiet Location
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2500-5000 sf @ 2.65/sf
Mylene 310/246-9625 or 310/242-0507
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RETAIL FRONTAGE & SMALL OFFICE *** SUITES *** NO NNN O'Rourke Estate Properties All Utilities Included. Larry O’Rourke Must Lease Now! 310/339-6517 Call 310/237-2977 or 713/266-1444
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Fairfax/Wilshire
Strong leasing, computer Office for Sublease & maintenance skills. Window office inside 1 employed outside ok. Beverly Hills Law Firm. Fully furnished, Local experience. No pets. 1 Bdrm. + Salary. 1,300sq.ft suite with Please Email: access to conference hbmg33@yahoo.com room and waiting area $1,750/MO. Contact Maria at: 1 & 2 - PERSON 310/270-9044
Jumbo 1,412 Sq. Ft. Corner w/ 2 Balconies Good City Views
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2 Large Balconies. 270 Degree Unobstructed Views. Totally Renovated. Huge Spa Oversized Master Bedroom Travertine Tile Floors Prime CPE Location
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Penthouse, One of a Kind Sky Lounge Den, 2 Jumbo Balconies, Walk-In Closet Hardwood Floors, 270 Degree Unobstructed City & Ocean Views
CENTURY TOWERS 2 Adjacent Condos 4 BDRMS / 4 BATHS $2,395,000 3000+ Sq. Ft.. Totally Renovated. Unobstructed
RESIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM
Professional appearance.
Shared waiting room, call light system separate exits, full kitchen, free parking. $900/MO. Utilities Included. Email:
Houseman, Gardens & Lawns, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center
mcbensonasst@gmail.com
CENTURY WOODS
Call: 323/938-4012
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CENTURY TOWERS PARK PLACE CENTURY HILL LE PARC
For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440
Come to the heart of the golden triangle starting at $550 a month. FREE wireless internet access phone reception/forwarding, mail receipt, conference room times and more..
Fax Resume:
310/829-2630 Or Email:
CENTURY PARK EAST
E X E C U T I V E O F F I C E IN BEVERLY HILLS 90210
Great Opportunity! A New Beginning is only a phone call away!
This Weeks Listings
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CA Broker ID #00937565
all listings are on centurycityliving.com
UNIQUE & QUIET PSYCHOTHERAPY Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, 26-Units. West L.A. 9665 WILSHIRE BLVD ~ O F F I C E ~
APT RESIDENT MANAGER TEAM
Small complex, B.H.+Westside Area Management/ Maintenance Experience a Plus.
Bonded & Insured• Licensed • Fully Screened
310.859.0440
89 BEAUTY SALON
Great People Make GOOD COMPANY
508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 1 Large Executive Window Office & 1 Support/ Reception Area. Contact: Stan Gerlach Or: Bryan Dunne 310/550-2500
468 North Camden Drive For more info call: 888-909-0210
www.gbcone.com
ø MOVE-IN FEES !
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Seeking To Rent F o r M y s e l f (local)
80 Acre Ranch Estate & Private Western Town!
SANTA MONICA
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$900 - $1,350 Lower level or elevator. Full kitchen. Cat friendly. Shopping accessible. Furnished/Unfurnished. $1,175,000 Video Tour - www.CowboysAtHeart.com Cell: 202/431-0561
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SANTA MONICA 427 Montana Ave.
Storage Space Av a i l a b l e for Rent. Close to Beach .
11931 Goshen Ave.
Beverly Hills 138 N. Hamilton Dr.
• • • • 120 Granville Ave. • Spacious • • • • Bachelor • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. * * * * * * * Kitchenette, microwave, • 3 Bdrm.+2 Bath • • • * • • • • • • 1
Beverly Hills or Adj. Areas 1 Bdrm. / Single Studio / Guesthouse
WANTED TO RENT GUESTHOUSE / STUDIO / BNB Visiting Family in Beverly Hills Monthly Need “Home Away From Home” References Available Email: MMurphy@ legalcounselors.com
2600 Virginia Ave.
Carol Bird (310) 317-8212
415 ROOM FOR RENT
425 HOUSES FOR RENT
B E V E R L Y H I L L S BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. South Wetherly Dr.
Master Suite for RENT
REMODELED HOUSE 5 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH
Appox. 1,100sf. Built-in appliances, Patio, dishwasher, dishwasher, on-sight laundry, parking. on-site laundry, parking. 310/207-1965 Close to school, freeway & transportation.
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BHCourier.com 310.278.1322
310/394-7132
HOUSE FOR SALE 1261 COLDWATER CANYON, BEVERLY HILLS
Open Sunday 1-4pm
• Close to Beach • BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE 310/394-7132
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• 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • Fireplace, balcony, wet bar, dishwasher, laundry facility, elevator, parking.
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• Bright Unit • With patio, on-site laundry, On-site parking. Close to transportation.
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1628 Westgate Ave.
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310/479-8977
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550 Veteran Ave. = Single = = = = = = = =
≈ WEST ≈ = = = = = = = = Very spacious,, LOS ANGELES
microwave, intercom 11305 Graham Pl. laundry facility, entry, on-sight laundry Fireplace, balcony, BH / WEST HOLLYWOOD controlled access, prkg. and parking. laundry facility, Charming 1937 House 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Close to Very close to UCLA subterranean prkg. 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Brentwood Village. Intercom entry, a/c, & Westwood Village . Near Whole Foods. With Large Deck • 310/440-5051 • dishwasher, on-sight 310/208-5166 310/207-1965 Excellent Neighborhood VERY UNIQUE • MUST SEE laundry & parking. Certain Pets Welcome One Year Lease BRENTWOOD • BRENTWOOD • C L O S E T O S C H O O L . W E S T W O O D 310/477-8171 $3,000/MO. 1409 Midvale Ave. 519 S. Barrington Ave. 125 N. Barrington Av.
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Bright & Airy. Dishwasher, Close to shops+dining. 310/826-0541 Intercom entry, on-sight parking, on-sight = BRENTWOOD = laundry facility. 417 S. Barrington Av. Close to transportation.
Spacious Home BRENTWOOD +1 Bath • Newly Updated 904-908 Granville Av. • 2 Bdrm. $4,890/MO. 2 Bd.+2 Ba. +1 Bath • 434 S. Swall Drive Hardwood floors, • • • • • • Call 310/657-2630 pool, Includes:
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• B R E N T W O O D • • 424/744-6342 •
Call 310/276-0402 ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚ • 2 Bdrm. or 914/271-5891 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath + 2 Bath • • • • • • • • Bright unit.
BH Developers Dream For Huge Profit or Family Home with 4 Bedrooms, Pool, Estate Grounds, Maids Quarters and Guesthouse. Elegant Dramatic and Sophisticated Traditional Beverly Hills Home with Private Estate Grounds Surrounded by Towering Trees for Privacy, Huge Setback, Circular Driveway & 3 Car Private Garages. Add 2nd Story or Remodel. El Rodeo & BH High School District. $3,150,000
Patio, dishwasher, C LOSE TO C EDARS , B EVERLY C ENTER , heated pool, intercom R ESTAURANT R OW . entry, on-sight lndry., prkg. 310/531-3992 Close to Everything.
• • Jr. Executive • • • • • • • WEST L.A.
Large fireplace, elevator, intercom entry, balcony, dishwasher, on-sight laundry, parking. intercom entry, • Free WiFi Access • elevator, prkg., pool. ~ 310/476-3824 ~
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Controlled access, laundry facility
808 4th St. 218 S. Tower Dr. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • * * * * • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • 1342 Centinela Ave. • Den 1 Ba 1 Bd + + * * Old World Charm ! Rooftop pool, - 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath * 3 Bdrm.+ 2 Bath * Bright, intercom entry, * deck, gym, central air, *
Granite counters, wood SANTA MONICA floors, full appliances, • CONDO QUALITY • 8 4 3 4 th S t . W/ PRIVATE FULL BATH. central air/heat, 2 car • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. Cable+internet ready. garage, beautiful yard. $4,300/MO. Heated pool, balcony, a/c, Laundry room avail. Contact Haim at dishwasher, controlled Female Only. 323/244-9470 access, elevator, No Pets. laundry room, parking. BEVERLY HILLS 310/929-0610 $800/Month 4 BEDROOM, 4 BATH 4 Blks. to Beach. Please Call:
310/801-3410
BRENTWOOD
11730 SUNSET BLVD.
2 Bd.+Den+1 /2 Ba. Large, Sunny & Bright.
BEVERLY HILLS Crescent at Wilshire
Dishwasher, On-site Newly Remodeled, laundry, parking. Upscale, Bright, Close to Gorgeous & Spacious. Brentwood Village. With Pool, balcony, central air, fireplace, 310/472-8915 stove, elevator, intercom entry, prkg. BRENTWOOD
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The Carlton Brand new, bright and 11666 Goshen Ave. spacious 1 & 2 bedroom (•)(•)(•)(•)() apartments with private 1 Bd.+Den+11/2 Ba. terraces and hotel services. Single (•)(•)(•) Contemporary furnishings, (•)(•) Central air/heat, full kitchens, valet parking, fireplace, patio, concierge and more. controlled access, From $305/day based pool, elevator, parking, laundry facility. on 30-day stay. Call for your private tour 310-691-9696
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10933 Rochester Ave.
J r. E x e c u t i v e
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A/C, pool, intercom entry, laundry facility, elevator, parking.
Spacious, balcony, a/c, fireplace, pool, controlled C LOSE TO U.C.L.A. 310/478-8616 access, laundry fac., prkg.
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Close to shopping.
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CORRIDOR
Close To U.C.L.A. 10530-10540
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Wilshire Bl.
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Newly Updated 1380 Midvale Ave. Bdrm.+1 Bath • 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath • • 2Luxury Living • • • • •
Balcony, dishwasher, S i n g l e a/c, heated pool, ••••• • • elevator controlled Pool, elevator, access, on-site laundry, parking. Close to controlled access, on310/312-9871 Brentwood Village, sight laundry, parking. Shopping & Dining in Shops & Restaurants. C l o s e t o U . C . L . A .
Brentwood Village
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310/473-1509
with valet, lush garden surrounding pool, gym, elevator, etc. Dishwasher, central air, balcony. Call: 310/470-4474
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December 21, 2012 | Page 35 Publisher Clifton S. Smith, Jr ******* Associate Publisher Marcia W . Hobbs Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Steve Simmons ****** Founding Publisher March Schwartz (Publisher 1965 - 2004) Education Partner The Courier is proud to be a
Guest Editorial By Dr. Brian Goldberg BHUSD Board of Education Member Can lawmakers prevent mass shootings? ority. Here in BHUSD, we continually work to maxiThe simple answer is no. They can help reduce the potential and number, but cannot legislate mize student and employee safety in our schools. We our way out of this situation. Right now, the do this by: • Maintaining excellent relationships with nation is in shock and disbelief. Many, like me, the police and fire departments and city officials in our are angry and want our government to do city. They always provide outstanding rapid response more to prevent a tragedy like this in the service whenever called. • Regularly practicing school future. We have national outpourings of grief wide drills, including lockdown drills, to prepare for and disbelief, vows and commitments from worst case scenarios. The specifics of these drills are both Republicans and Democrats to work to embedded in each school's safety plan. • Maintaining solve the problem, lots of photo opps, political an emergency communication system that we use to rhetoric, and symbolic gestures to make us feel connect rapidly with our parents by phone or email. As a parent of four teenagers, I, like you, will the problem is being addressed. We continue to play politics with gun control, as if that will address this issue at home tonight with my children. solve the problem of mass shootings by stu- Experts advise us to do the following: • Talk to your dents against students. Within a few days, children. Bad things do happen, but there are many weeks, or months, we will have moved on and people in our schools and our community working to nothing will be done to address the root cause. keep everyone safe. • Limit exposure to the news. We are quick to treat the symptoms, but not Video footage will be shown throughout the next few days and weeks, and we must monitor carefully. • Try willing to treat the underlying disease. The disease in this case is mental illness, to keep a sense of normalcy in your children's lives. • which often leads to feelings of abandonment Look for signs of anxiety, and if you see them, let us and bullying for students suffering from this know and we will work with you to address your disease. As parents, we often do not know or child's needs. • It's our job as parents to continue ignore the signs because nobody wants to monitoring and listening to our children. In times like these, we are reminded that every sinadmit to a problem that has no cure and has a stigma attached to it. Let me be clear: not gle adult in our school community contributes to our every mass shooter is mentally ill nor has been students' safety and well-being. Thank you for caring, bullied; but we have seen in the most recent as loving and doing all you do for the children in Beverly well as high-profile cases that the shooters suf- Hills. Call to Action: Now is the time to hold our electfered from mental illness and had been the victims of bullying. Unless we are willing to ed officials’ feet to the fire. We cannot let them off the invest resources into training parents, teachers, hook until they take meaningful action to address the and staff to identify symptoms of mental illness underlying causes of these tragedies. They need to proand provide help for those suffering, we will vide the resources to every school in America to train not be able to prevent a future mass shooting. staff and parents to identify students struggling with As a district, we have seen more and more mental illness and help families struggling with this disunderfunded or unfunded mandates from the ease pay for the care these children need. In addition, state and federal government to provide serv- we need help in creating a zero tolerance of bullying ices for mentally ill students. We simply do not of any students in our schools and communities. We need the parents of bullies to understand that have resources to provide necessary training and intervention which must occur to help they are part of the problem and not dismiss bullying. these children. The state and federal govern- We need to train the victims on how to stand up to bulment have shown an inability to get their lies and defend themselves. We need to train the bystanders who watch the financial house in order and continue to dump their problems on local school districts who bullying take place to be advocates and stand up for have limited ability to levy taxes and no abili- others because it is the right thing to do. We need to train all staff that when they see children being mean ty to charge fees. Beverly Hills Unified School District can to other students or bullying other students to use that use our $334 million bond to make our cam- as a teachable moment and step in and address the puses more secure, but there is nothing we can behavior in the moment to have maximum impact. We will never know how many mass shootings do to guarantee security. The most prudent steps we can take as a we can prevent by addressing these issues, but if we district are to limit access to one controlled prevent one shooting, it will be money well spent. I entry for each of our campuses and place implore you to write your legislators.and demand that armed guards with metal detectors at that one they do more than speak at funerals, pay condolences, entrance. I will remind us all Sandy Hook and use this tragedy to promote narrow political goals. Elementary had what we would consider state- Demand they actually do something. Those actions of-the-art security in place and the shooter was include reprioritizing spending and provide every able to breach that. What could have made a school district in America with the resources necessary difference was an armed guard at the entrance, to address mental illness and bullying in our schools. If but that would require that no other entrance we do that, we will honor the memories of those lost to the campus could be accessed. This is unre- in this tragedy. alistic if we hope to comply with fire codes MAY ALL YOUR WISHES COME TRUE and the intended uses of our buildings for educational and community use. I also want to share what steps we have and continue to take to ensure the well-being of all our students by sharing with you the message recently sent by our Superintendent Dr. Gary Woods:
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Dear Parents/Guardians: I am writing in response to the tragic events that occurred in a Connecticut elementary school this morning. An adult shooter entered the school and it is reported that there are multiple deaths and injuries. Our hearts go out to the members of that school community and to all of us who devote our lives to loving and raising children. Some parents have already contacted our schools about this event. The natural response for all of us is: “Could something like this happen in our schools?” While we all know there are no guarantees, the safety and welfare of our students and staff is always our highest pri-
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Rabbi Jacob Pressman SENSELESS MAYHEM IN NEWTOWN A week ago today, the peaceful town of Newtown, Connecticut was turned into a killing field where 20 first-grade school children and 7 adults were sprayed with bullets from a semi-automatic rifle by 20-year-old Adam Lanza whose own mother was among the victims. The slaughter raisers once more the issue of the proliferation of lethal arms in our land, more than in any other civilized country… or is “civilized” a bad choice? The nation stated our position in the words of the Constitution of the United States, in Amendment 2 of the Bill of Rights which states: “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.” These days it would appear millions of Americans are now prepared to join that “well regulated militia” to secure the freedom of America. How else can we understand the high percentage of Americans who possess a gun? I am no expert in these matters, but it is my guess that a higher percentage of American citizens have one or more guns of some kind than in any other nation. I confess I lack the wisdom to solve this dilemma. If you do than write our President. Maybe he does.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR With all the horrendous tragedy in the news, it can feel overwhelming sometimes to keep following the latest developments and information. I feel bad not watching or reading it all, but have to limit my exposure at some point. I have found that getting out the door and just going for a walk in our beautiful neighborhood here in Beverly Hills can make a big difference in the way you feel and cope with things. My favorite scene in the classic film Breakfast At Tiffany's is when Holly Golightly (Audrey Hepburn) and her writer friend Paul Varjak go for a walk on Fifth Avenue one bright Sunday morning with Manhattan never looking better! By walking along Wilshire Boulevard here on any weekend morning, you can take in the department store windows, the mod architecture of the Mercantile Bank building and even cross Rodeo Drive to peer in the windows of Tiffany's, as Audrey did in the film's opening scene. A quick stroll north takes you to the Beverly Gardens pathway, which always reminds me of Paris. Before long, you're at La Conversacion, the charming French cafe, just south of Marilyn Monroe's former apartment at 882 S. Doheny Dr. (Frank Sinatra had a “crash pad” also there in the 1950's.) Maybe a quick stop at Sprinkle's ice cream on Little Santa Monica will help replace burned calories? The motto on their wall from artist Andy Warhol, “Rodeo Drive is like a giant butterscotch sundae” never rang truer. As a community, we are processing a lot of grief right now and the holiday season is an almost hypocritical backdrop. I suggest taking a ride on the trolley which takes you on a mini tour of the City and you'll feel both the pride and wonderment of what its like to live in a place as scenic and historical as Beverly Hills. Audrey Hepburn herself lived here for a while in the 1960s and was a regular at both the Brighton Coffee Shop and Edeweiss Chocolates. Who can resist those marshmallows? Sometimes escapism is a healthy thing. We are fortunate to have such an easy and grandiose opportunity for that here in our neighborhood. Hal Lifson ****** Every large city in the world has major construction going on at some time but when we have it gong on, the street gets closed. When Crescent Drive was closed for several years, some the the merchants suffered terribly. It was recently closed again without warning in front of City Hall...due to work across the street. Last time it stayed closed for a very long time. Does anyone have a stop watch on it this year. Herbert Wallerstein ****** On Dec. 7, I pulled papers to run for City Council. However, due to an error with the records at California DMV, I was unable to file and run. There are many important issues facing Beverly Hills and I want the candidates to know that I will be supporting their efforts in the race because we must all work together to meet the challenges ahead. Beverly Hills is our City and we owe it to the citizens both past and present to make it the best it can be. I look forward to the times ahead because our leaders have always done an outstanding job. That tradition will continue on and after Mar. 5. George Vreeland Hill ****** Congratulations for speaking truth in his last two editorials. Christmas is about the rebirth of love and forgiveness. He came for us all. If you choose not to accept His message, that is your privilege, but who can object to having people around you who do celebrate love and forgiveness? It is no coincidence that the Festival of Lights is celebrated at the same time as the gift of Eternal Light. It is a time to reflect on what happens when we don’t remember how bad it could be. Joan Horsfall Young
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Happy Holiday fun in Beverly Hills! Ice Skating in front of City Hall! It brings out the kid in all of us! Beverly Hills is having the greatest holiday season ever! See you on the ice! With love and Gratitude, Council Member Lili Bosse