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Conflicts of Interest are Rife Between Downey City Council Candidate and Former Downey Mayor

BY BRIAN HEWS Hews Media Group-Cerritos News has learned that former Downey Mayor Mario Guerra sold a condominium he owned in the city, at a reduced price according to nearby comparable properties, to Eric Pierce, current Downey City Council candidate and editor of Downey’s local newspaper.

The condominium is located at 8134 3rd St., just one block away from Downtown Downey at Firestone and Downey Ave., one of the busiest areas in the city.

The area is so desirable that Guerra has occupied a large business office in the building on the corner of Firestone and

Downey for many years as does Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia.

According to online documents, Guerra paid $559,000 in cash for the condominium in 2018, then sold to Pierce in August 2019 for $31,000 more at $590,000.

Since Guerra owned the condominium for less than two years, the transaction was subject higher than normal short term capital gains tax. Adding the selling commission of 5%-9%, and 3.5% of the purchase price held by California’s Franchise Tax Board because it was not Guerra’s primary residence, along with other fees, Guerra’s likely lost money on the deal.

S&P Global Ratings Upgrades Central Basin Bonds and COP’s from ‘CCC’ to ‘B’

5% of $590,000 equates to $29,500; 3.5% of $590,000 equates to $20,650, total fees over $50,150 meaning Guerra lost $20,150 on the deal.

The $590,000 selling price offered by Guerra, for the two bedroom, three bath 1,600 square foot property located at 3rd and La Riena - within walking distance of the iconic Portos’ Bakery - equated to $368 per square foot.

A check of comparable sales on OCTitle.com in the area reveals that Guerra extended a very low purchase price to Pierce.

At 9104 Florence, east of Lakewood Blvd. and nearly two miles from Downtown Downey, a 1,480 three bed, three bath

sold for nearly 5% more at $385 per square foot.

Just one block away on the corner of Downey and 7th street, a one bedroom, one bath property sold for nearly 10% more at $404 per square foot.

At 7640 Stewart and Gray Rd. is a property that sits in the middle of a residential neighborhood, nowhere near any retail shops, a two bed, two bath property sold for 12% more at $412 per square foot.

And a condominium in the same complex sold for $390 per square foot, 6% more in 2018.

The home loan Pierce secured is another indication that Pierce and Guerra cut a deal.

Pierce applied for a FHA

See DOWNEY page 12

Charity on Wheels Offers Hope to the Homeless

Pay to Play? Downey City Council candidate Eric Pierce (top) and former Downey Mayor Mario Guerra. Guerra sold a condo he owned to Pierce for 12% less than a nearby comparable so Pierce could move into Downtown Downey.

Hawaiian Gardens Union Members Found Guilty of Financial Fraud, Suspended Four Years

BY BRIAN HEWS

BY BRIAN HEWS

Hews Media Group-Cerritos News has exclusively learned that, on the heels of the Central Basin Board working together - with the exception of John Oskoui - the elimination of high paid employees, hiring a new general manager, and hiring a new law firm, Central Basin will receive a credit upgrade from S&P Global Ratings on its senior-lien revenue certificates of participation and on the district's subordinate-lien series 2018A and 2018B refunding revenue bonds.

S&P Global ratings was the preferred rating company for CB prior to Kevin Hunt’s hiring, when Hunt decided to add Moody’s to the ratings pool paying both companies $25,000 per year.

In addition, S&P removed the ratings from CreditWatch with “developing implications” and issued a stable outlook.

S&P raised its long-term rating from “CCC” to “B” on the senior-lien COP’s and raised the rating from “CCC” to “B” on the subordinate-lien refunding revenue bonds.

The raised ratings is primarily based on the district board's continued progress towards approval and imposition of the standby charge, which will generate approximately $3.3 million in annual revenues.

In June of 2019, Hews Media GroupCerritos News obtained a written decision that placed Hawaiian Gardens AFCSME Local 3624, who’s president was Hawaiian Gardens resident Fred Licon, under receivership after allegations of serious financial fraud and administrative irregularities were levelled against Licon and others.

Those accused were Licon, Frank Amaro, Armando Soto, Luis Polanco, Eric Leon, Claudia Raya-Ortiz, and Luis Gonzales.

In imposing the receivership AFSCME stated, “In our opinion, an emergency situation exists in Hawaiian Gardens….the local is threatened, the funds and assets of the local is threatened, and the local is acting in violation of the International Constitution.”

AFSCME President Lee Saunders placed 3624 under emergency receivership and named Field Services Director Kevin Brown as the administrator after the allegations surfaced.

The June front page article related to the receivership was deemed “offensive and dirty” and Licon and his friends down at City Hall immediately resorted to lies, petty theft, defamation, and a

HELPING OUT is (l-r) Vera Gonzalez, Michelle Southall, Dolores Garcia at the Charity on Wheels food pantry. Michelle is the wife of Zach Southall, founder of the nonprofit which helps the homeless and hungry in Orange County.

BY LAURIE HANSON Motivated by faith and a firm commitment to rescue, restore and help Orange County homeless thrive, Charity on Wheels offers hope before and during the pandemic.

“Hope for redemption plays a huge role in everything we do,” said Managing Director Zach Southall. He and his wife, Michelle, work at the nonprofit.

“We just don’t believe anyone is beyond saving.”

It is their goal to see every individual restored and thriving, but Southall knows restoration always begins with an individual’s willingness to change.

“Not everyone is ready right now, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be ready in

See CENTRAL BASIN page 12

LB Financial donates $2,500 to Nixon ES for internet based program.

See page 2.

Sheriff Villanueva blasts Supervisors and L.A. Times in an OP/ED. See page 4.

the future,” he said. “We’ve gotten people off the street and back on the road to self-reliance after just a few months.

But we have also worked with people for years before they were ready to make change.”

Charity on Wheels began providing resources to the homeless in 2012. Inspired by his faith in Jesus Christ, Southall began giving out food, toiletry items, and bicycles from the back of his truck on weekends, hence the name "Charity on Wheels". The ministry quickly grew into a partnership with the Salvation Army and the launch of two weekly gatherings which have been successfully ministering to the homeless for more than 7 years.

Before Charity on Wheels, Southall

See CHARITY page 12

SoCalGas and Laundry Truck LA team up to help wash homeless' clothes.

See page 5.

McCoy Rigby Arts offers primary musical theater class for ages 5-7 yrs.

See page 8.

Metro to consider taking less homes for freeway widening in Downey.

See page 15.

See UNION page 13

Make this scary rice crispy treat brain filled with mousse for Halloween.

See page 15.

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LB Financial Donates $2,500 to Nixon Academy

NIXON ACADEMY was able to invest in the technology application program, Notability, the program is a note taking program that combines the skills of handwriting, photos and typing in a single note to bring student projects to life.

LBS Financial Credit Union donated $2,500 to Nixon Academy of Multimedia Arts Production elementary school in Cerritos as part of their 2020 Adopt-A-School program.

With this grant, Nixon Academy was able to invest in the technology application program, Notability, and professional development for approximately 450 licenses to be used by their 3rd through 6th grade students. Notability is a note taking program that combines the skills of handwriting, photos and typing in a single note to bring student projects to life. With Notability, students are able to share documents online with their teachers, organize their work into a user friendly file system, take notes in various ways and digitally transmit completed assignments.

With virtual learning as the main source of education, Notability has become an even more essential part of students’ day to day tools. Students and teachers are trained

to become more proficient in technology, and the digital learning environment has become more exciting, creative and up to date.

“On behalf of Nixon Academy, I want to thank LBS Financial for the generous grant,” said Nixon Academy Principal Dr. Tom Tracy. “Our students have been trained and are using this program, taking notes and enhancing their academic retention because of the different options for note taking. In line with the note taking we had to adjust the teaching from school based learning to virtual learning where the students had to pay more attention and become more independent.”

This is the Credit Union’s tenth year of adopting a school in ABC Unified School District. LBS Financial also adopted two additional schools in Bellflower Unified School District and Long Beach Unified School District, and donated $2,500 to each school.

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SoCalGas & The Laundry Truck LA Unveil New Equipment to Provide Free Laundry Services to Unhoused Angelenos Donations from SoCalGas help supply additional trailer to assist with personal care services.

LOS ANGELES – October 22, 2020 – Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) today partnered with The Laundry Truck LA (TLTLA) to unveil the organization’s newest trailer which will provide free mobile laundry services to unhoused individuals in the Greater Los Angeles area.

The trailer is fully equipped with five sets of washers and dryers, a folding station, and a water heater. With the addition of the new trailer, TLTLA is expecting to complete over 10,000 loads of laundry by the end of 2020.

The Laundry Truck LA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free mobile laundry services for those in need throughout Los Angeles and is one of the first mobile laundry services in the country to serve the homeless population. With the help of additional sponsors and partners, TLTLA has successfully expanded their operations to meet growing demands. Earlier this year, Landi Renzo USA donated a converted CNG Ford F-250 pickup truck equipped with the company’s Eco Ready™ compressed natural gas (CNG) system to assist with TLTLA’s efforts. The addition of the truck will help TLTLA expand their reach to more people in need while reducing their environmental impact and lowering greenhouse gas emissions.

TLTLA’s trailers offer services seven days a week, including night shifts, to unhoused individuals throughout Los Angeles County’s parks, recreation centers and specialized locations. These free laundry

THE LAUNDRY TRUCK LA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free mobile laundry services for those in need throughout Los Angeles and is one of the first mobile laundry services in the country to serve the homeless population. services are made available exclusively to individuals experiencing homelessness at designated locations. Accessible personal care services, like laundry, play a large part in helping improve the day-today livelihood, self-confidence, hygiene, and future opportunities for underserved populations.

"We are proud to join with SoCalGas in launching this new truck,” said Councilmember Gil Cedillo. “As an early supporter of The Laundry Truck LA, we have been gratified to watch this organization grow, and reach more people experiencing homelessness in our community. Clean clothing is something so many of us take for granted, but it is truly a human right

and need for us all. They provide a great service to the homeless in Council District 1.”

“Thanks to The Laundry Truck LA, many people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles County have been able to wash and dry their clothes free of cost. That is why I proudly supported The Laundry Truck LA with a grant of $90,405, which made it possible for Laundry Truck LA to provide critical laundry services to residents of the Winter Shelter in Bassett Park,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis. “Access to laundry services is a simple way to give our unhoused neighbors self-confidence and a sense of dignity.”

“I look forward to having my clothes washed and folded every week. This is a great necessity, especially during this time of the coronavirus,” said TLTLA guest Daniel. “What I appreciate the most about The Laundry Truck and their services is their ability to treat all their guests like a human being, regardless of their situation or background.”

Earlier this year, SoCalGas donated $25,000 to TLTLA to support rising demands for personal care and laundry services.

“As an Angeleno myself, I am extremely proud to join forces with The Laundry Truck LA to provide much needed support and services to our unhoused neighbors throughout Los Angeles County,” said Andy Carrasco, vice president of strategy and engagement, and chief environmental officer at SoCalGas. “Our partnership with The Laundry Truck LA and Landi Renzo allows us to make a positive impact to our community and the environment.”

“People experiencing homelessness in LA have been hit hard by the pandemic, and the demand for our free mobile laundry services has never been higher,” said Jodie Dolan, founder of The Laundry Truck LA. “We are deeply grateful to SoCalGas and Landi Renzo for their incredible support and partnership. This new truck enables us to expand our reach and provide our services to those who need them most.”

Since March, SoCalGas has donated more than $2.74 million to nonprofit organizations for COVID-19 recovery efforts, including supporting the region's workforce, feeding the hungry, providing bill assistance to customers, and more.

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Living While Black Documentary Series on ABC

The special is a collaboration between the eight owned ABC stations and will air on stations in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Houston, Raleigh-Durham and Fresno.

The hour long documentary will follow the lives of extraordinary personal journeys of individuals and families that have risen above unbelievable obstacles to achieve personal and professional success.

Highlighted in the series are twin sisters and CEO’s of McKissack & McKissack, the nation’s oldest Black owned design and construction firm that has been passed down by five generations.

The company was started by Moses McKissack who was brought to the country as a slave by a contractor who used him as a builder.

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OCTOBER 23, 2020 nationwide with projects that include the John F. Kennedy Airport, The World Trade Center and the Martin Luther King Jr memorial, to name a few.

There is the story of Will Scott, and 80 year old fourth generation farmer from Fresno, who as a young boy worked alongside his grandfather as a sharecropper.

The Scott Family Farms is now a family run organic produce distributor. Scott is a man on a mission, determined to keep the legacy of African American farmers alive and growing in California.

Each episode focused on one specific issue such as maternal morbidity, education disparities, policing and racism. Our America: Living While Black will be a culmination of a five part docuseries exploring racial inequality and structural barriers affecting Black families across the country.

Produced by a diverse editorial team, led by Jennifer Mitchell, senior Vice President of content development for ABC owned television stations, the team includes Maxine Crooks, recruitment executive for WPVI-TV Philadelphia; Monica Barnes, community engagement executive at WTVD-TV Raleigh-Durham; WPVI anchor Tamala Edwards and former overnight anchor for ABC’s ‘World News Now”; Mariel Myers, executive producer KGO-TV San Francisco and Justin Allen, senior producer of content development for ABC Owned Television Stations.

Our America: Living While Black airs their powerful 60 minute special this weekend. Viewers can stream the docuseries and hour long special on ABC Owned Television Stations connected TV apps on streaming platforms Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV and Roku.

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THE HOMESTEAD MUSEUM’S houses, cemetery, gardens and stories will surprise you from start to finish. Only a small percentage of the Homestead’s collection of over 30,000 items are ever on display at one time, but through virtual tours all items will eventually be shared.

BY TAMMYE MCDUFF Located in the heart of the City of Industry, a former Mexican rancho is a hidden treasure like no other. The Homestead Museum’s houses, cemetery, gardens and stories will surprise you from start to finish. The Museum inspires visitors to become advocates for history as they explore what life was like in this region form the days of the Mexican ranchos to the Roaring Twenties.

The history of the site begins with William and Nicolasa Workman, who emigrated to the area form Taos, New Mexico in 1841. The Workman’s quickly established themselves as cattle ranchers. Following the discovery of oil on their land in the Montebello Hills, grandson Walter Temple reacquire a portion of the Homestead in 1917 building an exquisite Spanish colonial Revival mansion next to the Workman House.

Several virtual tours are available: Life During Wartime; An Early History of California Wine Making; Exploring Women’s Rights in Los Angeles; a trio of videos about Female Justice and a Genealogy Basics Workshop.

Only a small percentage of the Homestead’s collection of over 30,000 items are ever on display at one time, but through

Early Voting Options for the Upcoming Election STAFF REPORT The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder’s office is offering reminders about this year’s process so you can vote early and avoid lines for in-person voting.

All registered voters got their Vote by Mail ballot beginning Oct. 4, 2020. You can complete the ballot and return it: • By mail (no postage necessary).

• In person at any Vote by Mail drop box location (already open in Lakewood at either Iacoboni or Nye libraries, or at the sidewalk box by CVS on 6510 South Street).

• At any Vote Center in Los Angeles County when they open.

Please note that Lakewood park staff are not authorize to receive voted ballots.

Vote-by-mail ballots should be submitted to County election officials only.

If you prefer, you can vote in person at any Vote Center in the County. In Lakewood, Vote Centers will open starting Oct. 30 and run through election day on Nov. 3.

In mid-October, watch your mail for a Vote Center Book listing all locations and hours in L.A. County. If you are a

virtual tours the possibilities to share them all are endless. Two of the virtual programs include ‘Collective Strength: The Battle for Women’s Suffrage’ and ‘Drying Out: Living With Prohibition in Los Angeles’.

As you tour the exhibit pages, you will be able to explore and learn the stories behind the objects of Los Angeles history from the 1830’s to the 1930’s.

While roaming around virtually, don’t forget to visit The Homestead Blog for original recipes, tourist letters, personal shared collections, the visit of President William Howard Taft and a gallery of photos from the City of Angeles checkered past.

And if you are looking to do something fun this October 31st, join the Museum to test their very first escape room. They are looking for recruits to join the Society of Ethical Time Travelers [SETT] and assist Time Agent Ulysses in undoing the diabolical trap set by the Anachronic Man and his Army during a party at the Temple home in the 1920’s. Do you have the puzzle and logic skills to help her shut down the time trap and restore the historic record before she disappears and the time is irreparably marred.

For more information on all of these programs contact Homestead Museum at www.homesteadmuseum.org

registered voter, you’ll also receive a Vote Center postcard listing four locations near your home where you can go to vote or drop off your ballot.

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If you are a Lakewood resident facing tough economic times, your Lakewood neighbors want to help.

The registration period to receive help from Project Shepherd for Thanksgiving and the December holiday runs from Wednesday, Nov. 4 to Wednesday, Nov. 18.This year, due to COVID-19, residents must make an appointment to register.

You can call the Burns Community Center Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. at 562-925-7512 to make an appointment. Visit lakewoodcity.org/ProjectShepherdRegistration for additional information and eligibility requirements.

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Cerritos is proud to honor veterans for their service with this special video tribute.

The video will be broadcast on Cerritos TV3 at 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, and will also be posted on the City’s website at cerritos.us, Facebook group and YouTube channel.

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Get Growing This Fall Gardening Season (BPT) - The changing season offers a new opportunity to grow fall-friendly plants. Gardening is a great way to decorate your space with beautiful blooms, grow fresh vegetables that produce delicious cool season harvests, and is a safe, healthy activity to engage in while practicing social distancing and enjoying the outdoors. Whether you have a small patio, high-rise rooftop, quaint sunny corner of your yard or even a balcony, the experts at Ball Horticultural Company share their fall gardening insights for growing a successful and stunning garden this season.

Prepare for planting If you have plants that have matured from the summer gardening season, it's time to clean up to prepare for new growth.

Remove surface plants and use a tiller or

hand tools to remove root matter under the soil. Add compost or gardening soil to pots, window boxes and other garden spaces, so they are ready with rich nutrients to support fall plant growth. If you've grown hardy perennials, just a brief tidy-up is needed. Clip away any brown foliage or spent flowers and provide a light covering of mulch at the base of the plant to ready them for frosty temperatures.

Embrace fall hues Rich reds, vivid oranges and happy yellows are traditional autumnal hues that add energy to your gardens as temperatures turn. A classic coneflower and pollinator favorite, like the Sombrero Echinacea from Darwin Perennials, will brighten your space even as temperatures fall. Available in a variety of colors, Sombrero Baja

A CLASSIC CONEFLOWER like the Sombrero Echinacea from Darwin Perennials will brighten your space even as temperatures fall. Available in a variety of colors, Sombrero Baja Burgundy and Fiesta Orange are ideal for bringing vibrant fall color to sunny spaces and for attracting bees, songbirds and butterflies to your yard.

Burgundy and Fiesta Orange are ideal for bringing vibrant fall color to sunny spaces and for attracting bees, songbirds and butterflies to your yard. Tip: Leave the older blooms of Echinacea on their stems to feed wildlife into the winter. Then cut them back after their feast to put new energy into the plant for spring.

Flowers that thrive Another colorful and easy care option are Cool Wave Pansies, a fast-growing, long-lasting trailing pansy available in a variety of bold colors perfect for revamping your outdoor space for fall. A coolseason gardener's dream, you can feel confident that these blooms will thrive even as fall temperatures ebb and flow. Check out Cool Wave Raspberry Swirl with cheerful magenta and white petals and a delightful yellow center. Tip: Place your Cool Wave Pansies where you've also planted bulbs.

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Burpee Sweet Thang Cabbage adds beauty to any garden with its attractive dark green leaves. A touch sweeter than collards or kale, this non-heading cabbage delivers a delicious bite to round out autumn dishes.

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McCoy Rigby Arts Offers Primary Musical Theater Class for Ages 5-7 yrs.

AYME CRESPO will be teaching the class. She has worked with many Broadway directors and choreographers. Some regional productions you may have seen her in include: “Evita" as the title role; "West Side Story," Maria; "A Chorus Line," Diana.

Ayme also had the privilege of working at the Disneyland Resort doing multiple special events and shows such as: Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular as Princess Jasmine and Frozen Live! as young Elsa.

Does your child run around the house, dancing and singing to their favorite movie or television program? Are they constantly making up stories or playing pretend with dolls or stuffed animals? If so, then this is the perfect class for them!

In this fun introduction to the world of Musical Theater students learn the basics of music, voice and dance. We will work on developing their imagination by playing acting games and having fun in a

creative space, strengthening their listening skills, and learning to work well with others.

This class will provide your child with a basic knowledge of vocal and dance names and steps as they prepare themselves to move into the next level of discipline.

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A Re-imagined Cemetery Tour by the Historical Society of Long Beach

BY TAMMYE MCDUFF From seaside resort to international city, the story of Long Beach lives on in its cemeteries.

The Historical Society of Long Beach [HSLB] brings a re-imagined virtual tale to be delivered Halloween night.

The HSLB team has created a film that describes local history utilizing past cemetery tours weaving together stories from the past twenty four cemetery tours.

Narrated by historian Craig Hendricks, the film includes 234 historical images, postcards, maps and documents.

The 90- minute piece includes local cemetery history, seaside recreation, women’s suffrage, harbor history, prohibition, the depression, World War II the incarceration of innocent Japanese Americans and the Bouggess White Scholarship Foundation.

Past family-friendly tours shared stories of those laid to rest in the cemeteries. Actors portray the dead, allowing their stories to live on beyond the grave.

"The characters were all real people who lived and died here, with their own stories, their own families and jobs," said HSLB representative, "I like to think this event helps keep their spirits

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Narrated by historian Craig Hendricks, the film includes 234 historical images, postcards, maps and documents.

alive by sharing their stories."

And the stories of the past [passed] are different every year. HSLB team researches the chosen deceased and then the rest is up to the writers on the team to turn that information into a story.

The film illustrates the impressive archives of the Historic Society of Long Beach, from postcards to photos to moving footage and is a testimony to the impressive collections available to researchers.

Proceeds benefit the HSLB, who collects, preserves and presents local history.

Through historical collections, exhibits and programs the Society connects people to the past and to the place they live.

The film is suitable for all ages and can be viewed multiple times from its release date on October 30th until November 13th.

Purchase a virtual link at www.hslb. org. Cost is $40 per household, $35 per member household, $100 to earn a super hupporter household and $250 earns a history lover household.

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When: Oct. 30 - November 13 Who: Anyone can watch virtually Info: www.hslb.com

ACTORS who have researched people buried at the cemetery act as a "cemetery docent" and talk about the life and times of the people buried there. The pandemic has caused the Historical Society to go virtual with this year's cemetery tour, tickets can be purchased at hslb.com.

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COMMENTARY: Brown is back, and so are the San Diego Padres

BY LOREN KOPFF @LORENKOPFF ON TWITTER It’s often said that image is everything and if that is true, then the San Diego Padres have become relevant again. The Padres went back to its roots when they first entered Major League Baseball in 1969 and overhauled its team colors and uniform by going with the brown and gold, adding pinstripes to their home and road jerseys for the first time since 2000 and bringing back the “Swinging Friar” patch on the sleeve that was the team’s primary logo from 1969-1983.

The result was a trip to the postseason for the first time since 2006 and the best regular season winning percentage in team history, .616, as the Padres went 37-23.

Their record was the third best in 2020, trailing the two World Series opponents.

Not too bad for a team that was predicted to finish just above .500 or just below .500.

And the fact that this was done in a 60game season makes no difference. Numbers don’t lie.

Now, if only the Padres can find a way to solve the Los Angeles Dodgers, then they’ll have the National League West Division to themselves for the first time since 2006. It’s been 2010 since the Padres won a season-series over the Dodgers. I mean, that streak of eight straight division titles the boys in blue have can’t last forever, right? At least I can still enjoy the misery of the postseason failures the Dodgers have had prior to this season, not winning the World Series since 1988.

I know, I know, I’ve heard all the jokes and comments from my friends who like to brag about the Dodgers winning the World Series and the Padres haven’t, and it doesn’t bother me. But there was a time when the Dodgers missed the playoffs 14 out of 18 years since their last World Series titles. I guess they were human after all.

But I digress. The success of the 2020 San Diego Padres can actually be traced back to Dec. 19, 2014 when outfielder Wil Myers was acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays in a three-team, 11-player trade.

That season, the Padres were active in the offseason, bringing Matt Kemp, Will Middlebrooks, Derek Norris, James Shields,

IMMEDIATELY AFTER they traded for Fernando Tatis Jr. (above), the San Diego radio sports talk shows were taking about the future of the Padres and were projecting Tatis Jr. to be the next Padre inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Wikipedia.

Justin Upton and Jose Valverde on board.

Only Myers remains with the Friars and is now the longest-tenured position player as catcher Austin Hedges, who also began his career with San Diego in 2015, was traded to the Cleveland Indians on Aug. 31. He can enjoy his lifetime .198 batting average in 1,232 at-bats there, thank you very much.

One year later, it became a reality that the Padres would be on the verge of something good by about now. The date of June 4, 2016 should be one for fans to remember. That day, the Padres sent underachieving pitcher James Shields to the Chicago White Sox for a top prospect, Fernando Tatis Jr. I guess the Padres had seen enough of Shields, who allowed 40 home runs that season, including one to New York Mets pitcher Bartolo Colon on May 7. You know, “that guy”, who ended his career one home run.

Immediately, the San Diego radio sports talk shows were taking about the future of the Padres and were projecting Tatis Jr. to be the next Padre inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame after Trevor Hoffman was enshrined in 2014.

The top brass of the Padres kept telling the faithful fans to be patient and trust the process, and it paid off this past season. The past five years have been nothing but drafting good prospects and building the farm system to be among the top five

in baseball. They also opened their checkbooks like never before and signed key free agents like first baseman Eric Hosmer in 2018, third baseman Manny Machado in 2019 (remember him, Dodger fans) and making a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers for pitcher Zach Davies and outfielder Trent Grisham, while sending Hunter Renfroe to the Tampa Bay Rays for outfielder Tommy Pham and second baseman Jake Cronenworth, who is in line for winning the National League Rookie of the Year.

Mix in the acquisition of outfielder Jurickson Profar from the Oakland Athletics, and San Diego was talking playoffs once the shortened season began in late July.

But it didn’t stop there as the Padres were further committed to winning now and in the future with a slew of trades at the end of August. Exit Hedges (no loss there) and 17 players, two of which are players to be named later and enter first baseman Mitch Moreland from the Boston Red Sox, starting pitcher Mike Clevinger, outfielder Greg Allen and a player to be named later from Cleveland, relief pitcher Trevor Rosenthal from the Kansas City Royals, catcher Jason Castro from the Los Angeles Angels, and relief pitchers Austin Adams, Dan Altavilla and Taylor Williams and catcher Austin Nola from the Seattle Mariners.

With a starting rotation of Clevinger, Davies, Dinelson Lamet, a 2014 interna-

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OCTOBER 23, 2020 tional free agent signing and Chris Paddack, whom San Diego acquired in a 2016 trade with the Miami Marlins for Fernando Rodney, the Padres are set for bigger and better days.

Then there’s the top pitching prospects in the farm system like 22-year old Anderson Espinoza (2016), 21-year old Mackenzie Gore (2017, third overall) and 20-year old Luis Patino (2016), to name a few. In 2016, San Diego traded relief allstar pitcher Drew Pomeranz to Boston for Espinoza, who has been unable to pitch because of a pair of Tommy John surgeries.

The Padres then brought back Pomeranz, who spent last season with Milwaukee and the San Francisco Giants, prior to the 2020 season. Talk about things coming around full circle.

The Padres made national attention in August when they became the first team in MLB history to hit a grand slam in four consecutive games. That led to the nickname ‘Slam Diego’ and the Padres proceeded to hit another grand slam two nights later. Those five grand slams were among seven for the season and part of a season-high seven-game winning streak that brought the Padres from fourth place in the division to second place where they remained for the rest of the season.

When the playoffs started earlier this month, the Padres drew postseason nemesis St. Louis for the fourth time. In 1996, San Diego led the Cardinals for just four innings in a three-game sweep. In 2005, another St. Louis sweep, the Padres never led and the next season, the Padres got to St. Louis in Game 3, winning 3-1 and led after half an inning in the next game.

This season, it was different as the Padres took down the Cardinals in three games before falling to the Dodgers. It was San Diego’s first playoff series win since 1998. Again, baby steps.

There were so many other positives that came out of the 2020 season for the Padres, especially not only Tatis Jr. being mentioned as a possible National League Most Valuable Player, but also Machado and Myers. I’m positive that the tide may be changing in the N.L. West sooner than later and that the Padres will be contenders rather than pretenders. The days of fourth and fifth place finishes are behind the fans of America’s Finest City and the days of sub .500 seasons will soon be a distant memory. Yes, the Padres are back, and I can’t wait for bigger and better things in February when the 2021 spring training season gets underway, then on Apr. 1 when San Diego hosts the Arizona Diamondbacks for its season-opener. GO PADS!

The Long Beach Health Department highly recommends that everyone six months of age and older get the flu vaccine every year, especially those with a health condition that may increase their risk of serious complications from the flu. The flu vaccine helps develop immunity and can lower the risks from respiratory illness, flu and COVID-19. Greater community coverage through the vaccine will also help alleviate potential burdens on the healthcare system.

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Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and the DPSS Give 1,000 Students Backpacks with School Supplies

School District schools have been named 2020 Top Public Schools by Innovate Public Schools.

STAFF REPORT The Top Public Schools report honors schools theit can opportunity for “We closing know that be costly gap to prelow-income African American and Lapare a child for school, especially during tino in Los Angeles County.Solis thesestudents challenging times,�

Supervisor schools outperforming toldThese reporters prior are to the distribution atthe statewide in one or more factors, DPSS Toyaverage Loan Headquarters in downincluding math and reading town Los Angeles. “That’s whyscores, it’s im- as portant that as a County, well as suspension rates.we do whatever we This can toyear’s help youth our communities list in includes Bragg Elhave the tools they need to be successful ementary School, Carver Elementary in the classroom.

School, Willow Elementary School, and Solis acknowledged Haskell STEM Academy.the annual event for “We its commitment to low-income families are so proud of this outstanding in L.A. County, praising the 85-year-old achievement for our four schools making Toy Loan Program for its well-earned this year’s Top Public Schools list,� said reputation as the largest and most successABCUSD Board of Education President ful free toy-lending library program in the Dr. OlgaThe Rios. “Thisisrecognition is proof nation. program sponsored and supthat our district is dedicated to closing the ported by the Board of Supervisors. opportunity gap for all students.�

Toy Loan Program was created in The four the ABUSD Schools made 1935 during Great Depression as a this year’s Top Public Schools list inchildren the folfree service to allow low-income lowing categories: to borrow toys from a DPSS toy lending • Topin Public Schools forthat low-income libraries the same manner books are borrowedAmerican from a public library. Children African elementary school who participate develop a sense of restudents in English sponsibility through the observance Carver Elementary School of an honor code and merit system that rewards them when toys are returned on time and • Top Public Schools for low-income undamaged.

African American elementary school The program serves approximately students in Math 30,000 children at over 50 toy lending libraries located at after school programs,

• Top Public Schools for low-income Latino elementary school students in English

educate our children.�

Observing the requirements to wear masks and social distancing guidelines, participating families remained safely in Willow Elementary School their vehicles while DPSS Toy Loan staff placed the backpacks in their trunks. For • Top Public Schools for low-income families that indicated they use public African American middle school stutransportation, an appointment was made dents in English for a contact-free pick up.

Haskell STEM Academy All backpacks and school supplies were

by County of Los Angeles • Top Public Schools for low-in- AN AUSTRALIAN LACE MONITOR LIZARDdonated similar to the two stolen in Long employees, private/corporate donors and come African American middle school Beach. The lizards were well taken care of by the robbers according to LBPD. through a partnership with Amazon, which students in Math allowed online donations by visiting the Haskell STEM Academy Toycharged Loan Program’s Amazon Smile wish with second-degree robbery.

The Long Beach Police Department and list.

Both men were released on $50,000 “At ABC, it’s important to us for all announced two arrests and the return of a The DPSS pair of unique lizards that were stolen from bail, police said.serves 3.5 million customof our students to succeed,� said Superiners in L.A. County, the Department of shop last year.

Animal control handlers were called to tendent Dr. Mary Sieu. “Being named as a reptile LOS ANGELES COUNTY SUPERVISOR Hilda L. Solis (in window) joined Dept.

Public Social Services is the largest local The LBPD said last Friday that the two recover the lizards before being returned aofTop Public School is proof of the Antonia hard Public Social Services Director JimĂŠnez lace and monitor DPSS Toy Loan Program social services agency in the nation. The Australian lizards were stolen to their owner, LBPD spokesman Brandon work thatthe ourannual teachers and administrators staff for Backpack & School Supply to ensure overin1,000 department provides beneďŹ ts and services from Giveaway JTK Reptiles in Longthat Beach No- Fahey said. put into our schools.â€? children ages 5 through 17 have the necessary tools for a successful school year. to families and individuals, including vember.

The suspects “seem to be knowledgeThe Top Public Schools report is pubThe lizards, which can grow to be more CalFresh food and nutrition assistance; able about lizards and lizard value and lizlished by Innovate Public Schools, a nonthan 6 feet long, were valued together at Medi-Cal health, dental and vision insurard selling," Fahey profit organization make sure $75,000 “Ourand department recognizes the who ance; ďŹ nancial community centers,working nonproďŹ ttoorganizaand said. homeless assistance for stolen by three people Fahey declined to through say howthe detectives that receive a the world-class increasing support that children need durtions all andstudents libraries throughout county. qualifying individuals General were seen entering the store, breaking into public education.

This is the second the found the animals. ing cages this pandemic and we want to ensure This year marks theyear 5th anniversary holding the lizards, escaping to a Relief program and for families through year report has been published in L.A. waiting they arecar, prepared with the of thethe Backpack Giveaway, which serves far as Iprogram; know, the lizardsSupwere the “As CalWORKs In-Home authorities said.tools necessary County. report included three for Police a successful school year, whether it is children Last fromyear’s families receiving beneďŹ ts A-OK,â€?

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Due to the ďŹ nancial impact ABCUSD Visit https://reports. residents, and employment and supportive City house Sept. 23. said Jose DPSS Luis Macias Antonia JimĂŠnez. “Today’s children of COVID-19 on the local economy, the innovateschools.org/topschoolsla2020/ The store owner declined to comment to help residents prepare for the 30, and Kassandra Marie Duenas, 27,are who services tomorrow’s future.at the That’s why I believe event’s hostentire emphasized to read the report. that this distribu- were labor market. For more information, visit in the house time, were arrested Monday. it’s important that we nurture, prepare and tion is needed more than ever. www.dpss.lacounty.gov.

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If the low 5% comparable was added to the purchase price, Guerra could have sold the property for just over $618,000, earning $29,500 more and raising Pierce’s down payment by $1,032 and the purchase price by $29,500.

If the 10% was added to the purchase price, Guerra could have sold the property for $647,000, earning $57,000 more and raising Pierce’s down payment by nearly $2,100 and the purchase price by $57,000.

If the 12% was added to the purchase price, Guerra could have sold the property for $659,000 earning $69,000 more and raising Pierce’s down payment by nearly $2,500 the purchase price by $70,800.

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campaign documents show that Guerra donated $1,000 to Pierce’s campaign and an ex-employee of Guerra’s, Hans Fritz, was paid $2,500 by Pierce as a campaign consultant.

Fritz’ office is next to Guerra’s office on the corner of Downey and Firestone, with Guerra’s at #309 and Fritz’ at #308.

Ethics Conflict Many Downey residents and journalists have criticized Pierce and his publisher, Jennifer DeKay-Givens for allowing Pierce to remain as editor of her newspaper during Pierce’s city council campaign saying, “he will not be involved in elections coverage.”

One local journalist, who did not want to be identified, told HMG-CN, “the optics are terrible for both Pierce and his publisher. So what happens if Pierce is handed a corruption story about Guerra, or Councilmen [Alex] Saab or [Rick] Rodriguez, do you think he will publish the story or bury it? My choice is the latter.”

“He has already shown his lack of ethics, ignoring Downey Assistant City Manager John Oskoui’s exploits while at Central Basin, he has a track record of ignoring corruption when it serves him and his publisher DeKay-Givens.”

HMG-CN has broke several stories about Oskoui that Pierce has ignored.

Several emails into Pierce, Guerra, and Jennifer DeKay-Givens went unreturned.

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“S&P views that addition as a crucial revenue source to meet the district's financial obligations, and its adoption of the fiscal 2021 budget.”

Adding to the revenues is the approval of a 4% increase in imported water surcharge and recycled water rates for fiscal year 2021.

S&P also cited the hiring of GM Alex Rojas and the new law “ which would likely result in improved management administration in our view.”

“The district board recently approved a significant reduction in force and reorganization plan as part of its revised fiscal 2021 budget, and we will continue to monitor if the district is able to achieve stable financial performance and metrics that are sustainable in the near future.”

S&P believes that those recent corrective board actions will be crucial to meet the district's financial obligations and comply with its rate covenant requirements in the near future.

“The stable outlook reflects the effects of the district's board recent corrective actions to meet coverage sufficiency, coupled with its adequate-to-good liquidity that management expects to maintain based on the recent imposition of the standby charge."

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was in the finance and marketing field for many years, and his wife was a nurse.

Currently, he is director of Worship Arts at Salem Lutheran Church and School.

His wife is a data manager at Digital Motors.

“My wife and I are motivated by our faith in God,” said Southall. “We want to see everyone restored and thriving, but restoration always begins with an individual’s willingness to change.”

Since the beginning of COVID-19, Southall has seen “exponentially more need.” He has been fortunate to only run across one case of the coronavirus during his outreach. Charity on Wheels serves Anaheim, Santa Ana and Fullerton. But due to the virus, they have had to shut down their weekly homeless gatherings in Anaheim and Santa Ana. "The homeless and ‘near’ homeless populations in Orange County have skyrocketed due to employment losses,” he said. “Sadly, the response to Covid-19 has been far worse for those suffering from poverty and homelessness than the virus.”

Since the pandemic there is a far greater need for food, as most weekly ‘feeds’ have shut down. With shower services no longer operating, many homeless rely upon gym memberships to clean up. Overall, the lack of resources has especially hit seniors living in R.V.’s hard, according to Southall.

“While there are definitely more people on the street than before, we’ve had only one documented case of Covid19 within the homeless populations we serve,” he said.

Because solutions to homelessness are different with each individual, Charity on Wheels works with many organizations and agencies throughout the county. Initially their partnership began with the Salvation Army’s Family Services, but now it encompasses City Net (for housing navigation), O.C. Health Care Agency (for mental health services), Lutheran Social Services (for transitional housing), Waste Not O.C. (for food), Fullerton Dental Assistant School (for job training and scholarships) and many detox and addiction treatment centers. According to Southall, their work with local police departments has played a huge role in helping the nonprofit.

“After many years of doing this work, we’ve found that just giving people stuff doesn’t work,” he explained. “Permanent transformation only seems to happen when someone is ready to make a See CHARITY page 13

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UNION

Continued from page 1 violation of free speech and the First Amendment in a misguided attempt to bury the story from the public; and they did it by stealing HMG-CN newspapers from City Hall.

But they could not stop the wheels of justice.

HMG-CN has obtained a second decision, dated October 16, that found Licon, Soto, Amaro, Polanco and Leon fraudulently spent union funds and funds donated solely for charitable organizations on Christmas parties and gifts, while also committing gross violations of the union’s constitution.

Judicial Panel member Michael Demarco conducted a teleconference meeting in August stating that it was “uncontested” that the accused parties were in violation when they did not document expenditures and cashed checks without the required two signatures.

In addition, Demarco also ruled that it was uncontested that while Licon was president, monthly meetings were not held and when they were, proper paperwork, including financial reports, were not presented.

Demarco stated, "The main issue before this meeting is to determine who authorized or approved the actions taken, and once this issue is decided, determine the appropriate penalty for those guilty."

During testimony, witnesses stated that when they brought up the issue of annual elections, “both Vice President Frank Amaro and President Licon would get highly upset and threaten retaliation.”

Witnesses also testified that Licon would never have meetings, and if he did, the treasurer’s report was not presented.

The level of fraud eventually became intolerable after witnesses informed other executive board members that Licon and Amaro were using the local’s bank account as their personal piggy bank; that later triggered members to file the first complaint in June 2019.

The most explosive part of the fraud was a $50,000 Moscowitz Foundation donation to the union that was earmarked for charitable organizations in Hawaiian Gardens.

The treasurer at the time set up a separate bank account to ensure the funds were dispersed properly, but Licon and Amaro raided that bank account and spent the money “on gifts and a Christmas party.”

Witnesses testified that when the misuse of funds was brought to Licon and Amaro’s attention, “both would get really upset and raise their voices saying they will not be not accused of stealing.”

When the time came for the accused to defend themselves, no witnesses were brought forward to corroborate their statements; some resorted to badgering the witnesses.

Demarco stated "a sparse defense was offered by the accused parties which included the accused testifying they were not aware of the union’s financial standards code and that Licon and Amaro had received approval for the Christmas party expenses."

After the testimony of both sides, Demarco concluded that for over four years, the union was subject to the whims of crooked members, led by Licon and Amaro.

Elections were not held, meetings were infrequent and did not include

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formal presentations as required by the union and the accused members were withdrawing thousands without approval.

And if anyone complained, retaliation was common place.

By virtue of their witness testimony, Demarco released Raya-Ortiz and Gonzales from any actions.

Demarco concluded that the Licon, Amaro, Soto, Lyons, and Polanco were guilty of all charges and suspended them from the right to hold elected office at any level of the union for a period of four years.

In addition, the witnesses testified that the $50,000 donation from the Moscowitz Foundation money was earmarked for charitable organizations within the city.

That would place the funds under restricted status, under government code, that could expose the guilty parties to charges of charity fraud and bring in the California Attorney General.

CHARITY

Continued from page 12 change. The great news is there are many people living on the street who just need a hand up, not a handout.”

Three days a week, Charity on Wheels “Outreach Teams” visit parks, riverbeds, freeway overpasses, (anyplace homeless people congregate) to engage and forge relationships. They also engage “at risk”

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individuals and families living in hotels, motels, and R.V.s. They provide hygiene & snack bags, along with gift cards for food, and clothing to people living on the street.

“Their [the Outreach Team’s] goal is to identify individuals who are ready for a change, and to establish relationships, build trust, in order to create opportunities for conversation, pre-assessment, and a scheduled assessment,” said Southall.

According to Charity on Wheels policy, the next step of the Outreach Team is to do pre-assessments with a general conclusion being drawn after observations, inspection and interviews take place to identify what areas individuals need assistance including identifying mental health and addiction recovery needs. Once an assessment is confirmed, a solution proposal is created and presented to the individual. According to Southall, solution proposals may begin with anyone of the following: • Referral to a treatment program for substance abuse • Referral to a medical detox center • Referral to a mental health agency • Referral to a housing navigator • Referral to a shelter facility • Referral to a Charity on Wheels Benefits Specialist/Resource Navigator • Referral to a Charity on Wheels Employment Prep & Placement Specialist • Referral to a Charity on Wheels Mentor The last two steps involve whether the client accepts or refuses assistance. If accepted, Charity on Wheels facilitates the

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individual’s transport and/or transition.

They continue to provide an ongoing community of support for the individual through one- on-one “check-ins” with mentors and resource navigators. If refused, the nonprofit continues to engage with and provide support to the individual through one-on-one “check-ins” with mentors and resource navigators.

Charity on Wheels also runs a weekly food pantry in Anaheim along with providing groceries and grocery delivery to struggling families. They are able to employ homeless and formerly homeless individuals to shop and deliver the necessary items, and to provide assistance in the Charity on Wheels ‘Project Renew’ which helps individuals to go back to work or have work training, according to Southall.

“Our approach to fighting homelessness takes a lot more effort,” he said.

“But we think it yields far better longterm results.”

Charity on Wheels Outreach Teams go out Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. More volunteers are needed. For more information and to sign up, please visit online at www.charityonwheels. com.

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CITY OF LA MIRADA NOTICE OF INVITING BIDS PURCHASE OF CITY VEHICLES Notice is given that the City of La Mirada hereby invites sealed bids for the purchase of three (3) Chevy Silverado 2500 HD, 6.6L V-8 Engine (NO DIESEL) or approved equivalent.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the City Clerk at or before Thursday November 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Bids must be submitted on the blank forms, prepared and furnished for that purpose and included in the Notice Inviting Bids on file in the City Clerk’s Office located at La Mirada City Hall, 13700 La Mirada Boulevard, California 90638. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or delete portions of any or all bids, or waive any informality or irregularity in the bid or the bid procedures.

Anne Haraksin City Clerk, City of La Mirada Published at La Mirada Lamplighter 10/23/20 CITY OF ARTESIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City Council of the City of Artesia will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item at the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. on November 9, 2020. The meeting will be held by teleconference only and can be viewed live over the internet at https://artesia.12milesout.com/livevideo Public comments can be submitted to publiccomments@cityofartesia.us any time before the item is heard.

Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 20-903, An Ordinance of the City of Artesia, California, Adopting by Reference Title 10, Division 1, Animals, of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating Together With Certain Amendments, Deletions and Additions, Including Findings, Fees and Penalties; and Amending the Artesia Municipal Code If you challenge the City’s actions in regard to this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior, to the public hearing.

Ernesto Sanchez PUBLISHED: October 23, 2020 City Clerk Published at Los Cerritos Community News 10/23/20 Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at location indicated: 10753 Artesia Blvd. Cerritos, Ca 90703 on November 4, 2020 at 11:00 AM. Twila Grigsby household items, Denai Foster household items, Diane Mendez Padelford, Padelford Diane Mendez, Household items, Eric Galvez household items, Chris Cooper, Cooper Chris, household items, Debra Empleo-Perez china, bed set, table and chairs, household items, Constance Springer boxes, Esperanza Pua, Pua Esperanza household goods, Eliu Perez household items, Tanya Jones household items, Glenn Eldridge household items The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property Published at Los Cerritos Community News 10/16 and 10/23/20

Attachment 3 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that it is the intention of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, to purchase the fol-lowing described Real Property, located in Los Angeles County, State of California, from the named vendors at the designated prices.

It is the intent of the County to use the Real Property to provide housing units for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness. Property: Holiday Inn Long Beach. Assessor's Parcel Number(s): 7274-001-047. The property consists of approximately 0.97 acres, located at 1133 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813. SELLER: Texas Hotels Inc. a Texas Corpo-ration. PRICE: $20,500,000. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the purchase of the Real Property de-scribed above will be consummated by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, on November 10th, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. at the regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors. Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the County's Safer at Home Order, a virtual public hearing may be held. The Los Angeles County facilities may still be closed to the public at this time. Please visit http://bos.lacounty.gov/Board-Meeting/Board-Agendas for details on how to listen to the virtual meeting and/or address the Board. No obligation will arise against the County and in favor of the Sellers with respect to the purchase of the Real Property de-scribed herein until the Board of Supervisors ap-proves the purchase on the named consummation date. CELIA ZAVALA, Executive Officer, Board of Supervisors, County of Los Angeles. APPROVED AS TO FORM: MARY C. WICKHAM, County Coun-sel CN972695 03642 Oct 23,30, Nov 6, 2020 Published at Los Cerritos Community News 10/23, 10/30, 11/6/20

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE ABC UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT APPROVING TO INCREASE STATUTORY SCHOOL FACILITY FEES IMPOSED ON NEW RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION PURSUANT TO EDUCATION CODE SECTION 17620 AND GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65995

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees ("Board") of the ABC Unified School District ("School District") will hold a Public Hearing at its Regular Meeting to be held on November 4, 2020 to allow for public comment prior to consideration of its reports titled "Residential Development School Fee Justification Study for ABC Unified School District" and "Commercial/Industrial Development School Fee Justification Study for ABC Unified School District" ("Fee Studies"), and consider adopting a resolution of the Board of the School District to increase Statutory School Facility Fees Imposed on New Residential and Commercial/Industrial Construction Pursuant to Education Code Section 17620 and Government Code Section 65995. The Fee Studies justifying such increases, which are incorporated herein by this reference, are viewable at the ABC Unified School District website, and are available for public review from October 23, 2020 through November 4, 2020.

The Public Hearing of the School District, to be held November 4, 2020 will begin at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as practicable. These matters will be considered at such time as this agenda item is considered by the Board of the School District. Persons wishing to address the Board by logging into: myabcusd.org/boardmeeting and use the link to participate in the Zoom meeting.

Use the "raise your hand' feature during the Public Comments portion of the agenda.

Any questions regarding the Fee Studies or the public hearing should be directed to Toan Nguyen, Chief Business Officer at (562) 926-5566.

Published at Los Cerritos Community News 10/23 and 10/30/20 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: HERMILA O. FLORES CASE NO. 20STPB06427 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of HERMILA O. FLORES. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ALBERT FLORES in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ALBERT FLORES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 12/29/20 at 8:30AM in Dept. 79 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner GARY R. LEEMON, ESQ. SBN 86319 LAW OFFICES OF GARY R. LEEMON 2639 EAST FIRST STREET LOS ANGELES CA 90033 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/20 CNS-3404969# LA MIRADA LAMPLIGHTER

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JEAN E. ANDERSON CASE NO. 20STPB05243 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JEAN E. ANDERSON. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DAVID E. ANDERSON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DAVID E. ANDERSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 02/19/21 at 8:30AM in Dept. 2D located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner JOSHUA D. RAMIREZ - SBN 300285, CA ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES 170 E. YORBA LINDA BLVD. #212 PLACENTIA CA 92870 BSC 218854 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/20 CNS-3403516# LA MIRADA LAMPLIGHTER Escrow No. 77804 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made.

The name(s), business address(es) to the sell-er(s) are: Baldwin's Pizza Inc., a California corpora-tion - 4115 Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90712

Doing business as: Me-n-Ed's Pizza Parlor (Type - Pizza Parlor/Restaurant)

All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: (if none, so state): None

The location in California of the Chief Execu-tive Officer of the Seller(s) is: (if none, so state): SAME

The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: Epic Compas, LLC, a California limited liability company, 2750 W. Missouri Ave., Caruthers, CA 93609

The assets to be sold are described in general as: all books, records, mailing lists, customer lists, advertising and promotional materials, equipment maintenance records, and all other documents used by the Seller in the Business (whether in hard copy or electronic form), all computers and related soft-ware, websites, office equipment, and office sup-plies used by the seller in the business, fixtures and furniture used by seller in the business, phone system, and any other technological equipment used by the Business, trade name, and associated goodwill, and all copyrights, patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and other intellectual property and associated goodwill, telephone no. 562-421-8908, all social media accounts, including without limita-tion, Facebook, Google Plus, Linkedin, Twitter and YouTube accounts used in the Business, and in-ventory of stock in trade

and are located at: 4115 Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90712

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: EMERALD ESCROW, INC., 2275 S. Main Street, Suite 101 A, Corona, CA 92882 and the anticipated sale date is November 3, 2020

The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2.

(If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the fol-lowing information must be provided.) The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is EMERALD ESCROW, INC., 2275 S. Main Street, Suite 101 A, Corona, CA 92882 , Attn: Teri Malcolm-Napier; Sr.Escrow Officer, Escrow No. 77804 and the last date for filing claims shall be November 2, 2020, which is the business day be-fore the sale date specified above.

Dated: August 12, 2020 BUYER: Epic Compas, LLC, a California limited liability company, By: Enrique Bibian Brambila, Manager, By: Jorge Humberto Baeza, Manager CN971609 77804 Oct 16, 2020 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number 2020151484 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ELIZABETH WIERSMA CSR 13653 Registered Owner: ELIZABETH WIERSMA 19226 BECHARD AVE. CERRITOS, CA. 90703 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED AS A INDIVIDUAL. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /S/ ELIZABETH WIERSMA This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on 9/30/20. In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the of notice of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Name Statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). LCCN 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/20.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number 2020148743 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: WIRED PLANET, 6632 E KEYNOTE ST., LONG BEACH, CA., 90808 Registered Owner: ERIK JENSEN 6632 E KEYNOTE ST., LONG BEACH, CA., 90808 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED AS A INDIVIDUAL. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: 12/2001. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /S/ ERIK JENSEN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on 9/28/20. In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the of notice of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Name Statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). LCCN 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/20.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number 2020146369 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THE CHARACTER TREE 17315 STUDEBAKER RD. SUITE 209, CERRITOS, CA., 90703 Registered Owner: APPERSON, INC. 17315 STUDEBAKER RD. SUITE 209, CERRITOS, CA., 90703. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED AS A CORPORATION. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: 8/2020. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /S/ KELLY DOHERTY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on 9/24/20.

In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the of notice of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Name Statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). LCCN 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/20.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SALLY LOUISE MONACHELLO CASE NO. 20STPB07372 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of SALLY LOUISE MONACHELLO. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SHERI SIGURDSON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SHERI SIGURDSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/26/21 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner JEFFREY T. BLIED - SBN 309059, SCHMIESING BLIED STODDART & MACKEY 400 N. TUSTIN AVE., STE 290 SANTA ANA CA 92705 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/20 CNS-3404975# LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS Attachment 3 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that it is the intention of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, to purchase the following described Real Property, located in Los Angeles County, State of California, from the named vendors at the designated prices. It is the intent of the County to use the Real Property to provide housing units for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness. Property: Holiday Inn Long Beach Assessor's Parcel Number(s): 7274-001-047 The property consists of approximately 0.97 acres, located at 1133 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813. SELLER: Texas Hotels Inc. a Texas Corporation PRICE: $20,500,000 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the purchase of the Real Property described above will be consummated by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, on October 27 th , 2020, at 9:30 a.m. at the regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors. Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the County’s Safer at Home Order, a virtual public hearing may be held. The Los Angeles County facilities may still be closed to the public at this time. Please visit http://bos.lacounty.gov/Board-Meeting/Board-Agendas for details on how to listen to the virtual meeting and/or address the Board. No obligation will arise against the County and in favor of the Sellers with respect to the purchase of the Real Property described herein until the Board of Supervisors approves the purchase on the named consummation date. CELIA ZAVALA, Executive Officer Board of Supervisors, County of Los Angeles. APPROVED AS TO FORM: MARY C. WICKHAM County Counsel 10/16, 10/23, 10/30/20 CNS-3406892# LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS

OCTOBER 23, 2020

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HALLOWEEN TIME! Stuffed Rice Crispy Cereal Brain

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Metro to Consider Taking Less Homes for Freeway Widening in Downey

BY TAMMYE MCDUFF

THE GOOEY BRAIN matter is made of a rich chocolate mousse inside a rice crispy treat formed in a bowl and topped with a butter cream frosting mixed with red food coloring.

The frosting is piped on to the treat using a piping bag or a homemade piping bag.

BY TAMMYE MCDUFF

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is the season for goodies and ghoulish delights and there is nothing gorier than brain, a really giant crispy rice cereal treat filled with silky chocolate mousse and covered in a pink butter cream frosting.

You will need a piping bag which you can purchase online, there are also videos online that show you how to make a piping bag.

Ingredients:

Chocolate Mousse 1 cup heavy cream 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large egg plus 2 yolks Pinch of kosher salt 1/3 cup granulated sugar Frosting 1 ½ pounds confectioners’ sugar 3 sticks [1 ½] cups unsalted butter at room temperature Pinch of Kosher salt 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 2 to 4 tablespoons milk Bright red gel food coloring Red sprinkles Rice Cereal Treat Shell One 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows 3 tablespoons unsalted butter One 12-ounce box crisp rice cereal, such as Rice Krispies Nonstick cooking spray

For the chocolate mousse:

In a cold metal or glass bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks using a mixer Set aside.

Fill a saucepan about a third of the way with water and bring to a simmer. Put the chocolate and butter in a medium heat proof bowl and place over the simmering water, making sure that the bottom does not touch the water. Heat, stirring until melted and smooth. Set the mixture aside. Keep the pot of water simmering but not boiling.

Put the whole egg, yolks and salt in a heatproof bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until light, about 1 minute. Slowly add the granulated sugar to the egg mixture while continuing to beat. Set the bowl over the

simmering water and increase the heat to bring the water to a rapid simmer. Whisk the egg mixture constantly over the heat until pale yellow, very fluffy and hot to the touch, three to five minutes. Remove from the heat and whip until cool and thick and the mixture folds over on itself, about three minutes.

Whisk about a quarter of the egg foam into the chocolate to lighten. With the whisk, briskly fold in the remaining foam [the mixture may get very thick]. Whisk in the whipped cream, taking care to keep the mixture light. Hold in the refrigerator.

For the frosting:

Combine the confectioners’ sugar, butter and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or in a large bowl if using a handheld electric mixer.

Mix on low speed until mostly incorporated. Add the vanilla, increase the speed to medium high and mix until smooth.

Adjust the consistency with the milk as desired. Mix in enough of the red food coloring to make the frosting cotton candy pink. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a medium plain tip.

For the rice cereal treat shell:

Add the marshmallows and butter to a large pot over medium low heat and cook, stirring until melted. Add the rice cereal and mix to combine.

While the cereal mixture is warm, spray the inside of a medium bowl and your hands with nonstick spray. Line the bowl with a two inch thick layer of the cereal mixture.

Spray the outside of a smaller bowl with nonstick spray and place it in the center of the cereal shell, pressing down to compress and even out the cereal layer. Once the cereal has set, spoon the chocolate mousse into the center of the shell. Flatten the remaining cereal mixture and lay it over the mousse, pressing the sides to seal. Refrigerate until chilled, about 15 minutes.

Invert on a platter or baking sheet and form gently to look like a brain. Pipe the frosting on top of the cereal shell in a brainlike pattern. Make a one inch line down the center of the brain with a butter knife or offset spatula and top the frosting lime with red sprinkles.

Older Adult Health Information Fair Online Due to the pandemic, the City of Lakewood has postponed the annual Older Adult Benefits Information Fair, and instead has prepared an online resource packet of information from benefit providers.

You can access the packet at www.lakewoodcity.org/SeniorBenefitsFair.

Participating providers include Anthem, Scan, Lakewood Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, and Memorial Care.

Participants are invited to review information related to Medicare insurance

benefits and search various companies to decide which health plan is the best fit.

The City of Lakewood offers a free daily or weekly wellness check-in phone call service for Lakewood seniors. If you or a Lakewood senior you know would like to participate in this free service, or needs help with almost any issue, please call city staff at the Weingart Senior Center at 562630-6141, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Metro’s I-605 Freeway Corridor Improvements Projects [605CIP] includes widening the I-605 freeway as well as three miles of the I-5 freeway through the city of Downey. Nearly all the homes along this corridor are single family homes with back and side yards that sit adjacent to freeway sound walls.

For months, Downey officials have been working closely with the City of Santa Fe Springs, Gateway Cities Council of Governments and the I-5 Joint Powers Authority, to get Metro and Caltrans to minimize the number of homes that may potentially be taken as part of the I-605 project, which includes widening the I-5 freeway from the i-605 interchange to the Rio Hondo River.

In August of this year, Metro announced that the 605CIP would take out over 250 properties in Downey. Metro refused to state which properties would be taken.

In a October 6 press release Downey Mayor Blanca Pacheco was not pleased, “The City is supportive of the improvements of the I-5 freeway, which will bring transportation, connectivity and economic benefits to Downey, however, we cannot support an alternative that will negatively impact hundreds of homes in our community.”

Mayor pro tem Claudia Frometa, who is Vice Chair of the I-5 JPA Policy Board added, “the city will continue to work with local agencies and Metro to make sure the best interest of our residents are met and negative impacts to the community are minimized.”

After Downey’s strong opposition to Metro’s proposed widening alternatives

Kaiser Permanente Gives $1.5 Million to So. Cal. Nonprofits to Help Homeless To help protect the most vulnerable in our communities, Kaiser Permanente has awarded $1.5 million in grants to nonprofit organizations in Southern California, aimed at supporting the prevention and mitigation of COVID-19 for people experiencing homelessness in Southern California.

The money will aid individuals who access homeless shelters and have an increased risk of developing and transmitting infectious diseases because of challenges to their overall living conditions.

Homeless shelters and other housing and supportive service sites are often faced with limited resources and staff capacity, and outbreaks can cause increased strain to these organizations.

Funding from Kaiser Permanente will support the collaboration between social service providers, homeless healthcare providers, as well as local and county agencies that is necessary to protect these vulnerable community members and prevent further spread. Almost 90,000 people in Southern California are currently experiencing homelessness, according to recent Point-In-Time counts.

“Today, as we fight tirelessly against COVID-19, the immediate needs of our communities have changed, and people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity are at a greater risk,” said Julie Miller-Phipps, president of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., and Hospitals of Southern California. “More than ever, it’s critical that we foster public-private part-

DOWNEY CITY COUNCIL was incensed when they learned that Metro would take 250 homes for the widening.

Two letters later, Metro has agreed to reconsider. for the 605CIP, the Metro Board decided to consider a motion to include a more locally supported alternative.

Pacheco told HMH-CN, “The City of Downey is pleased to learn that the Metro Board of Directors will consider a motion this coming Thursday, October 22nd, which will direct Metro staff to delay the release of its Environmental Impact Report for the I-605 Corridor Improvement Project until it includes a more locally supported alternative that will minimize the number of properties that may be taken in Downey as part of the freeway widening.”

Pacheco further stated, “We are happy to know Metro’s Board of Directors heard our concerns and they agree that we must consider an alternative that will take into consideration the community’s concerns.”

nerships to advance the economic, social and environmental factors that impact health – like access to safe, stable housing – so that our communities have an opportunity to thrive.”

The following nonprofits in Southern California will receive grants from Kaiser Permanente: Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, $200,000; Chrysalis (Los Angeles County), $150,000; United States Veterans Initiative (Los Angeles County, South Bay), $150,000; Martin Luther King Community Hospital (Los Angeles County), $100,000; Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission for the San Fernando Valley, $100,000; Volunteers of America Los Angeles (Los Angeles County), $100,000; Mercy House (Orange County), $200,000; Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino, $100,000; City of Riverside, Office of Homeless Solutions, $100,000; PATH San Diego, $200,000; and Bakersfield Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative, $100,000.

“Without a safe, stable place to live, it is nearly impossible to maintain or improve health,” said John Yamamoto, vice president of Community Health and Government Relations at Kaiser Permanente Southern California. “Even in the absence of COVID-19, homeless individuals are at two to three times higher risk of death than housed populations.”

“Many of the communities we serve are grappling with some of the highest costs of housing and the highest rates of homelessness in the United States, leading to significant challenges for the health of our members and residents,” MillerPhipps noted. “Our understanding of health is evolving, and it is much more expansive than health care. The quality of where and how we live, work, learn and play has a big impact on our health because ultimately, better health outcomes begin where health starts – in our communities.”

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