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On the Move: City Honors to Open the 2014-15 School Year in New Location
nglewood Unified’s City Honors College Preparatory Academy will open this fall on the nearby campus of Crozier Middle School, providing students in 9th through 12th grades with a new one-of-a-kind learning complex. Parent-Student Orientation events are planned at 9 a.m. Aug. 12 and 13 at the newly named Crozier/City Honors Preparatory Complex at 120 W. Regent St., just a short walk from City Honors’ former Kelso Street campus. The orientation events are open to current and
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Library and Study Hall at Croizer/City Honor Preparatory Complex prospective fami- well-educated and produclies wishing to tive leaders of character. see what the new The school offers a collocation has to lege-going culture and offer, including rigorous curriculum that additional learn- builds expectations of ing resources and post-secondary education; s t a t e - o f - t h e - a r t college classes in human classrooms. development, film analysis In its new space, and appreciation, music City Honors will cultures of the world and hold the same dance appreciation; adgoals: to prepare vanced placement (AP)
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classes and dual enrollment college prep programs; and the opportunity to obtain an Associate of Arts degree. City Honors, which emphasizes the Six Pillars of Character, is proud of its annual tradition of graduating students who attend prestigious four-year universities, including UCLA, USC, UC Berkeley, Syracuse University and Columbia University. Students are required to complete 300 community service hours while at City Honors and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, or a B average. Applications for admission can be picked up from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Honors, 120 W. Regent St., or Inglewood Unified’s Summer Enrollment Center at 401 S. Inglewood Ave., Rm. B3. State test scores and transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process. Acceptance letters will be mailed out as quickly as possible. For more information, call (310) 680-5175 or visit iusd.net.
Bring on the Culture
On The Inside:
Byron Scott Comes Home
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ver the weekend, the City of Inglewood offered the community a rare treat that had residents and guests moving and shaking all Saturday afternoon well into the evening. The City of Inglewood and the good people of the Inglewood (Continued on page 2)
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uesday’s press conference naming Byron Scott as the Lakers’ head coach was an emotional homecoming. The announcement came at the team’s practice facility in El Segundo. “This has been a dream of mine for so long. This is a dream come true to be sitting here talking to you guys today and to be introduced as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers,” Scott said. “The passion and the love I have for this organization is second to none.” Scott, 53, grew up in Inglewood, and played at Morningside High School
Byron Scott when the Forum was the Lakers’ home arena. In fact, he admitted he used to sneak into the Forum to watch Jerry West play, dreaming of a shot on the team. Scott has had two stints with the Lakers. The first was in the mid to late 80s, where he helped his Showtime Lakers teammates win 3 championships (1985, 1987 and 1988) as a shooting guard. He wore the purple-andgold again, playing with teammate Kobe Bryant (Continued on page 2)
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Bring on the Culture (Continued from page 1) Cultural Arts Organization co-sponsored the inaugural Afro Latin Festival of Music and Dance. As the sun reached its highest point in the sky, groups of families and friends made their way to the Ed Vincent Jr. Park Amphitheater and found seats in the shade, while others laid out blankets to bathe in the warmth of the weekend sun. The show featured a variety of musical ensembles representative of music from the African Diaspora that still lives on in Los Angeles. The brainchild of Inglewood Cultural Arts Board Member Beto Gonzalez, the festival was “an idea that I brought to the table when I first became a board member. My colleagues, they were all for it.” Some of the ensembles that took the stage were: Dana Maman & Batuque People, Mexico 68, Conjunto Jardin, Atabey, Kati Hernandez, Lazaro Galarraga, Rachel Hernandez & Iju Emi, and local percussion ensemble, Batala. According to Gonzalez, “the idea of “Afro Latin” refers the enormous amounts of enslaved peoples the Americas received during the Transatlantic Slave Trade. The countries where indigenous peoples of Africa settled were both North and South America, Mexico, Central America, and what we now consider the Caribbean or West Indies. “And in some of those countries like Central America and Mexico,
Byron Scott Comes Home (Continued from page 1) during Bryant’s rookie year in the 1996-97 season. “He was my rookie mentor when I first came in the league…We’ve had a tremendously close relationship throughout the years,” Bryant said. Scott began his basketball coaching career in 2000, first as head coach with the New Jersey Nets (2000-2004), then as coach of the New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets (2004-09) and finally as coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers (201013). He led the Nets to back-toback NBA Finals appearances in 2002 and 2003, and was named
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the African heritage is actually a little bit downplayed and a little bit more obscure than it is in places like Brazil, where you have a huge population of African descended peoples. So, Afro Latin is
about connecting African culture in the diaspora of Latin America and beyond. Our community couldn’t be a more prime piece of real estate to host an event of this magnitude.
NBA Coach of the Year in the 200708 season with the Hornets. Now, as the newly-signed coach, Scott has come full circle with the Lakers twice—and not a moment too soon. The Lakers, who have won 16 championship titles, ended last season with a dismal 27 out of 55 wins. Former head coach, Mike D’Antoni resigned in April. Laker legends Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Jamaal Wilkes welcomed Scott as the team’s 25th head coach, along with general manager Mitch Kupchak. “We came here to support our brother and former teammate and champion Byron Scott and also to
In Los Angeles, historically, the narrative has been the “Blacks vs. Browns.” Crime statistics from the LA County Human Relations Commission show that 34% of Latino-on-Black crimes were gang related, and in contrast 42% of Black-on-Latino crimes were gang related. Symbolically, this event represents the much larger, and historical view that each ethnicity shares through the universal language of the world—music. We witness first-hand how our cultures merge and compliment each other in brotherhood. Inglewood is a near even split between Hispanic and Black residents, how’s that for irony? The things we do as a community define us. The more emphasis we place on tradition and building a strong community culture, the longer our community will remain the City the world has grown to know and love throughout popular culture. Events like the Afro Latin Festival of Dance and Music, Earth Day, and our MLK Celebration, are just a few of the events that informs the world where we stand as a community, and what matters to us. It attracts families, guests, and developers who in theory support the values we covet, and want to engage and do business with us because our interests are aligned. It dispels the cultural myths and stereotypes that plague communities of color throughout the country, and redefines us as strong and united. I hate to beat a dead horse, but, we’re on the right track. Salute, Inglewood. support the Lakers organization. This is a great day for all the former Lakers and Lakers fans all over the world,” Johnson said. “We are excited for what Byron will bring to the table.” “It’s great that L.A. takes care of its own like this and it’s wonderful to see Byron back here,” Abdul-Jabbar said. “Hopefully this is a point where things start to turn around.” Scott worked as an analyst for Time Warner Cable SportsNet last season. His nonprofit, Byron Scott Children’s Fund, has raised more than $15 million over the past decade, with the proceeds going to (Continued on page 6)
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Learn Where Your Local Water Supply Comes from at the Inglewood Public Library
he Inglewood Public Library is proud to host Ron Wildermuth, Public Information and Conservation Manager of the West Basin Municipal Water District for a presentation regarding California’s water supply, Monday, August 25, 2014, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Gladys Waddingham Lecture Hall at the Main Library, 101 West Manchester Boulevard. This water lecture provides a global, national, and local perspective on current concerns about water. Information will be of value to several disciplines from environmental to politics and public health. Class content will include answers to questions about: 1. Where our local water comes from 2. Future challenges and how they will be addressed 3. What California is doing to create new water supplies West Basin Municipal Water Dis-
trict (West Basin) is an innovative industry leader in water recycling, conservation, education, water resource management and recently ocean-water desalination. West Basin is focused on providing value, cost savings and benefits to its one million customers in 17 cities throughout its 185-square mile service area in coastal Los Angeles County, California.
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n Jan. 17, 2014, Gov. Jerry Brown declared the drought a statewide emergency and called for a statewide 20 percent reduction in water usage. This week, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted to put regulations into effect to curtail outdoor water use. The first six months of 2014 were the hottest on record, according to the National Weather Service, which has escalated the need for conservation even more. L.A. County residents will have to limit outdoor watering, which accounts for 50 percent of household water use. Water suppliers are being asked to closely monitor use. Supervisor Don Knabe recommended the county adopt emergency regulations set by the State Water Resources Control Board. “Eighty percent of California is suffering from extreme drought conditions with no relief in sight,”
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Knabe said. “As the largest employer in Los Angeles County, we maintain and operate over 5,000 buildings and facilities. We need to ensure our house is in order and not only do our part in unincorporated areas, but also set an example for the 88 cities in the county.” Some of the measures include banning people from hosing off driveways and sidewalks, or using hoses without a shut-off nozzle. Fountains that do not recirculate water are prohibited. Outdoor watering will be limited to two days a week and violators could face up to $500 in fines. Local agencies have the authority to issue the fines. According to reports, most of California’s major reservoirs are now less than half-full. Los Angeles, Long Beach and other cities in the region already have mandatory water restrictions in place.
West Basin wholesales imported drinking water to California American Water Company, California Water Service Company, Golden State Water Company, Los Angeles County Water Works District No. 29, Water Replenishment District of Southern California, and the cities of El Segundo, Inglewood, Lomita and Manhattan Beach. Approximately 220,000
acre-feet of water is used annually in West Basin’s service area, enough to fill the Rose Bowl 850 times. This program is free and open to all. For more information about this program call (310) 412-5380 or visit library.cityofinglewood.org
IUSD Plans Banquet Honoring Inglewood High Girls Basketball Team
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embers of the Inglewood High School Girls Basketball Team were honored Wednesday with a banquet to celebrate their winning season. The Sentinels clinched a spot in the CIF-SS 3A final against Santa Margarita. It was the team’s first championship game since 2010. The banquet took place at the new Dave and Buster’s in Westchester. The winning team was both a source of community pride and the unfortunate subject of fiscal mismanagement. Earlier this month the team’s head coach Tony Scott alleged that the district misappropriated funds, reporting the team was reportedly $8,000 in the red, when there should have been at least $5,000 available. A spokesperson in the district
said in a statement: “It was Acting Inglewood High Principal Jose Gallegos who first brought these concerns to the attention of the District, and an investigation was initiated promptly thereafter. It is now pending. The District regrets that this issue has caused a distraction to its core mission of providing the best education and extra-curricular programs possible for Inglewood students. IUSD is pleased that members of the basketball team will now receive the recognition they deserve. “The District especially thanks State Sen. Rod Wright for securing the party venue, and Assemblyman Steve Bradford, Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley-Thomas and State Sen. Holly Mitchell for their support.” The banquet is funded with money from the District’s General Fund.
L.A. Cracks Down on Tobacco Sales to Minors
obacco licenses of 14 retailers in Los Angeles have been suspended for 30 days, for selling cigarettes to minors, L.A. City Attorney Mike Feuer’s Office announced. Affected stores have been cited at least twice for illegal tobacco sales in the past 5 years.
Feuer is calling for a “neighborhood-focused approach,” to solving the problem, and said “Selling cigarettes to our kids is not only harmful, it is illegal.” Los Angeles Council members Mitch O’Farrell and Nury Martinez called for a report on the existing Tobacco Retailers Permit
Ordinance to determine if stronger action is needed. For now, the stores are prohibited from displaying, selling or offering to sell cigarettes and other tobacco products to underage individuals. All of the retailers are located near schools. Feuer said he plans to enforce additional deterrents for retailers
who continue to violate tobacco laws. His office, he said, will double the number of compliance checks in the city—up to 700 a year, publish online those retailers who are suspended, and develop an education program for parents.
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tearful father whose son was murdered in Inglewood drew support from the city council and residents at Tuesday’s meeting. It also inspired a conversation about gun violence. Mr. Rivera, a 22-year resident who is legally blind, read a letter to Mayor James Butts and council members about his heartbreak and frustration in trying to bring the elusive killer to justice. “My son was killed on La Brea and Hyde Park. They (police) said they could not do anything because the cameras were not working. Then they said the pictures on the camera are too grainy. Which version of the lie should I believe— the cameras don’t work or they (images) are too grainy? How is
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Badge Pinning Ceremony – New and promoted Inglewood Police Officers with Mayor Butts, Chief Fronterotta and City Council Members. this killer going to be identified? shootings in the past two months. Where should I go to ask for help?” Mayor Butts immediately put that Mayor James Butts could only rumor to rest. “That’s just not true,” offer his condolences. He allowed he said. Rivera extra time to speak. Another Inglewood resident One woman said there were 20 whose son was killed by gun vio-
lence is looking for support for families of crime victims. She asked the City to find a way to help parents cope with the loss of their children. “These parents are really suffering,” she said. Allegations were made that the city is squandering money, which the mayor flatly denied. If you look at the recent budget, the City of Inglewood has actually saved money, Butts said. He added: “When I came to office, we had $11 million. At the end of last year, we had $22 million. We hope to do much more than that next year.” City business was brief. The Council received an annual audit report for Fiscal Year 2012-2013, (Continued on page 8)
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news headline on Wednesday read, “House votes to sue Obama in unprecedented legal challenge.” I guess we should have seen this one coming. This Congress has done virtually everything under the sun, it seems, to come against the president. They challenged the constitutionality of the Affordable Health Care Act or Obamacare in court and lost. So now they are zeroing in on a provision of the bill that they say Obama has failed to enforce. Specifically, they point to the provision that would penalize businesses that do not offer basic health insurance to their employees. This lawsuit is frivolous and it wreaks of hypocrisy. It comes from members of the Congress that are stuck on seeing him (and us) fail. If you remember, Republican Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said that seeing President Obama fail was the number one agenda item for his party. What a screwed-up priority! Put the president’s record against the GOP’s for the last 6 years, and there is literally no contest. The president has been working hard to put this country back together, and the GOP has been working to undo everything he has done. If anyone should be sued, I think it should be GOP members of the House. Let’s sue them for failing to do what they were elected to do—pass laws to better this country. Their continuous bickering, filibusters and gridlock is, in my opinion, a form of treason. Because our government was established “for the people and by the people,” refusing to pass laws that the people want is willful obstruction of justice. I am sure there is a law against this. I stopped counting when Congress’ approval rating fell to 29%, but the fact is, if our approval ratings were that low, none of us would have jobs for very long. No one should be allowed to be highly paid not to do their job. Regardless of how many times the GOP fails to vote or come up with solutions, they continue to get paid. The GOP wants to have it both ways. They want to condemn the
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• All movies are FREE! Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 8:00 p.m. • Prior to viewing of the movie, a special presentation of environmental videos will be shown. • Bring ten recyclable items and receive a free popcorn voucher! • Refreshments available for purchase. • August 9-Darby Park, 3400 W. Arbor Vitae, Inglewood, CA 90305 • August 23- Inglewood City Hall - (South Lawn) One W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood CA 90301 • For additional information, contact the Movie-info line at (310) 412-8880 • Sponsored by the City of Inglewood Parks, Recreation and Library Services and Public Works Departments
(L-R) Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Byron Scott, Magic Johnson
Byron Scott Comes Home (Continued from page 2) various children’s charities “I’m going to do everything I can to make the Buss family (Lakers owners) proud and do everything I can to bring this team back to where we know it should be. This organization is all about championships. Period,” Scott said.
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Health&Fitness T•O•D•A•Y
Geriatric Care: Addressing the Wellness Needs of Older People By Igor Stiler
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Geriatric care services provided at recognized rehabilitation centers are designed to meet the complex and varied health needs of the elderly.
he elderly generally react to illnesses and diseases differently from younger adults. The elderly need comprehensive geriatric care that integrates psychological, social and functional interventions. Geriatric care management services for your loved ones can improve the quality of their lives and keep them positive and energetic. In professional healthcare centers, expert geriatricians, physical therapists, pain management specialists and orthopedic surgeons work closely with the elderly and their caregivers to address their offer a comprehensive and flexible wellness needs. approach to meet the needs of older adults. The geriatric team develops Maximizing Elder a care plan that features Independence • Assessment and monitoring Personalized geriatric care ser- • Care planning and implementation vices at such rehabilitation centers • Education and advocacy
Pain Management in the Elderly It is crucial to help the elderly manage acute as well as chronic pain caused by various conditions such as falls, hip fractures, head trauma, bone and joint problems, cancer, or surgery. If untreated, this pain can lead to loss of strength and mobility, functional loss and increased dependency, weakened immune function and healing, exacerbation of cognitive impairment, depression, anxiety, withdrawal and reduced socialization, and increased • Elder care counseling and support healthcare costs. • Family caregiver coaching At a professional geriatric care • Fall prevention programs center, the elderly patient is first asAlong with professional geriatric sessed to determine the true cause medical care, reliable healthcare of pain. A combination of drug and centers also train adult children to non-drug medications is adminis(Continued on page 8) look after their aging parents.
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How to Recover Like a Younger You
emember your 20s? Food science expert shares 5 nutrients that help you feel younger. While barbecues, sports leagues, family vacations, days at the beach and nights out with friends are fun, keeping up with summer recreation while maintaining a steady work schedule can be challenging, says Budge Collinson. And before we know it, we’ll be back into the busy fall grind, getting kids up and off to school, participating in clubs and civic groups that have been on summer hiatus, and yes, before we know it, planning for holidays! “We like to tell ourselves that there will be a period of rest before the next big thing, but usually there isn’t,” says Collinson, a food science expert with a passion for health and fitness. “The truth is, most of us like having full and often fast-paced lives, even if we tend to get worn out more quickly as we get older.” Don’t resort to caffeine and other stimulants for a temporary energy boost, Collinson says. “Replacing the nutrients that are depleted when you’re active is a much smarter way to maintain or increase your energy level, and many of those nutrients have long-term benefits as well,” says Collinson, who formulated an effervescent, natural multivitamin beverage called Youth Infusion, (www.drinkyouthinfusion.com), to make it easier to get all the essential nutrients and minerals in one 6-ounce drink. He discusses the revitalizing powers of specific nutrients: • CoQ10 for that extra energy boost. Every cell in your body uses CoQ10 to produce energy, but your heart needs it the most. CoQ10 can help balance your blood pressure, and its powerful antioxidant prop-
erties help protect you against premature aging. • Arginine to help with your endurance during workouts and your daily routine. Arginine helps the cardiovascular system by assisting in nitric oxide production, making the arteries more elastic. It also supports the functioning of your hormones and immune system, helps kidneys remove the body’s waste and promotes wound healing. • Theanine helps support better moods. Theanine is a calming extract of green tea. Clinical research indicates that it helps focus a distracted mind. To a lesser extent, theanine has also been shown to reduce anxiety. • Resveratrol is a versatile antioxidant for general well-being and long-term peace of mind. Resveratrol promotes healthy circulation, prevents cholesterol oxidation and protects your entire cardiovascular system from the effects of dangerous free radicals. Initial research shows resveratrol helps defend the body against a number of diseases, including Alzheimer’s, heart disease, cancer and diabetes. • Vitamin D is essential when the sun isn’t as bright as it was during summer. Up to 90 percent of the Vitamin D the body needs comes from sunlight, which is in much shorter supply after summer. Vitamin D is required for the regulation of the calcium and phosphorus in the body. It also plays an important role in maintaining proper bone structure and supporting immunity. Budge Collinson was the beneficiary of his mother’s natural health formula as a sick baby, which led to a deep interest in health and wellness at a young age. After years of research and seeing the growing demand for natural products with clinical support, he founded Infusion Sciences, www. infusionsciences.com.
New and promoted Inglewood Police Officers with Mayor Butts and Chief Fronterotta.
Eye on the City (Continued from page 4) presented by audit firm, Mayer, Hoffman, McCann PC. A resolution was adopted for a Retiree Health Savings Plan which offers tax-advantage savings with no annual limits for contributions. The council also approved revisions to the Homeowner Rehabilitation Loan Program for seniorcitizen homeowners. Now seniors with an income of up to $45,650 annually can qualify for assistance with home repairs related to health
and safety. Fire Marshall Luis Hernandez invited the public to attend free CERT classes. CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team. “It is specialized training to help you get ready for the big one (earthquake) or for any disaster. This is one way to get everybody going in the right direction.” CERT classes are free and open to everyone Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 26, from 6-9pm at Inglewood City Hall in the Com(Continued on page 10)
Geriatric Care (Continued from page 7) tered to treat both the sensory and emotional components of pain and improve function and mobility. Pharmacologic strategies include interventional therapies such as injections, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and nerve blocks. Non-pharmacologic strategies include physical therapy and regular exercise programs.
kinetic exercise, Dynamic Balance Training and Gait Training. Participants are also provided with home safety tips to eliminate environmental hazards in their homes and surroundings. These comprehensive geriatric care services provided by professional health care centers are helping to meet the objective of the Healthy People 2020 older adults which is focuses on better understanding the determinants of healthy aging and enhancing their health, function and quality of life. HealthQuest a leading multi-specialty healthcare center in Brooklyn, New York City is dedicated in providing personalized geriatric care services to older adults and their families. Our professional geriatric care management services are available for elders with chronic illness and physical disabilities, those living alone with little or no help and whose family members cannot visit them often. (Continued on page 8)
Preventing Falls Falls that are the major cause for injuries in the elderly are often preventable. Reliable healthcare centers offer a comprehensive sixweek slip/fall prevention program to reduce the risk of falls/injuries in older adults. The physical and environmental factors that cause falls are identified and modified to help prevent falls. Physical factors such as strength, balance, walking speed, balance and step length are modified through comprehensive exercise programs such as Biodex Iso-
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Helping L.A. Small Businesses and Veterans Find Success With Prime Contractors
he Metropolitan Transportation Authority will host the Metro to Crenshaw/LAX Small Business Matchmaking Summit on Thursday, August 7, 2014. The event will introduce South Los Angeles, Inglewood and other area small businesses to Prime Contractors and Service Providers. The Summit will schedule Prime Contractors and Service Providers into several short meetings so they can get to know diverse small business owners. The goal? To connect minority, women, and veteran owned small businesses and Prime Contractors for upcoming subcontract work on projects throughout Southern California, especially key Metro projects. Top-tier Prime Contractors slated to attend include: AECOM, Arcadis U.S. Inc., ARUP, Balfour Beatty Infrastructure, Inc., Clark Construction, Hensel Phelps, Kiewit, Skanska/ Traylor: Regional Connector Constructors JV, Stantec, Swinerton and Walsh/Shea Corridor Constructors. The August 7th Matchmaking Summit will also showcase its impact on small businesses that employ disabled veterans and minority workers. Kevin Ramsey of Alameda Construction Services, Inc. credits Metro’s continuing business outreach for his success: “Their networking support netted Alameda six subcontracts with Prime Contractors including Walsh-Shea and Skanska.” Kevin says the contracts earned his concrete and asphalt firm over a million dollars. He in turn provides jobs for over fifty diverse men and women from the community who are Black,
Matchmaking Summit “to see what Metro has to offer and find new business opportunities.” The Matchmaking Summit will bring an array of Service Providers into direct dialogue with small business participants. Service Providers such as the South Bay OneStop Business & Career Centers (SBWIB) in Inglewood and the City of Los Angeles Bond Assistance Program will be on hand to provide small businesses information and resources that can help significantly help strengthen the small businesses. In addition, West Angeles Community Development Corporation and the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department will present at workshops during the Summit. Small Business Owner Kevin Ramsey affirms, “Metro and these Prime Contractors do a large volume of business. The upcoming Matchmaking Summit can be your doorway to opportunity, so you need to be there.” Local small businesses are encouraged to register today because Matchmaking Summit timeslots The Matchmaking Summit will be held on Thursday, August 7 are limited. To register, please visit at The Proud Bird in Los Angeles. www.metrosummitla.com. The registration deadline is Friday, August Latino, Filipino, Pacific Islander, job in construction: “This is my first 1, 2014. single parents, formerly incarcer- job after the military where I wake The Matchmaking Summit will be ated, disabled and former soldiers. up looking forward to going to our held on Thursday, August 7, 2014 at Disabled veteran Justin Whetsell worksites. And the scale of our Met- 4:00 pm at The Proud Bird, 11022 works with Kevin Ramsey as Al- ro projects is just awe-inspiring.” Aviation Boulevard, Los Angeles, ameda Construction’s Project CoorThough Kevin Ramsey admits CA 90045. For questions and addinator. He left the Army as a Staff the most challenging parts of the ditional information, please email Sergeant in 2012 after a tour in Iraq. construction contracting process are info@metrosummitla.com or call Justin did not expect to find a good bidding and getting the pricing right, (310) 806-4855. job again, nevermind a good paying he is eager to attend the August 7th
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LEG A L NOT I CES CITY OF INGLEWOOD INVITATION TO SUBMIT BID
City of Inglewood Official Notice of Public Hearing
(Specifications and Conditions Governing Bid Award)
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Inglewood will hold a public hearing in the Council Chambers, 9th Floor, City Hall, One West Manchester Boulevard on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, at 7:00 PM, regarding adoption of Inglewood’s 2013 - 2014 Local Development Report and certifying conformance with the Los Angeles County Congestion Management Program (CMP).
Project Subject to Bid: RESIDENTIAL SOUND INSULATION PHASE X, GROUP 7 The City of Inglewood invites and will receive bids duly filed as provided herein for the furnishing of labor and materials and/or completing the above-designated project. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 20, 2014. The meeting will take place in the Residential Sound Insulation Department Conference Room in Inglewood City Hall on the 5th Floor. A site visit may follow the conference. Although the site visit is not mandatory, it is recommended that Contractors be in attendance. Should a Contractor elect to waive attendance, then he/she accepts full and total responsibility for any additional information given and or knowledge imparted during the site visit that might be considered relevant to this Bid and or the specifications for this project. Should you require further information, please call the City’s Noise Mitigation Office at (310) 412-5289. Each bid to be considered must be delivered to and received by the City Clerk no later than 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 27, 2014, in the Office of the City Clerk, Inglewood City Hall, One Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90301. Each bid shall be submitted and completed in all particulars using the form entitled, “Bidder’s Proposal and Statement” attached hereto and must be enclosed, together with the requisite bid security in a sealed envelope addressed to the City Clerk with the designation of the project “Residential Sound Insulation Phase X, Group 7” appearing thereon. Each bid shall state the unit price of each item if called for on the Bidder’s Proposal and Statement form. In the event alternative bids are called for in said form, each alternative bid shall be completed. Each bid shall be submitted as one (1) original set and two (2) copies set. Bids will be opened in public in the Office of the City Clerk and will then and there be announced to all persons present. Plans and specifications may be purchased from the Residential Sound Insulation Department, 5th Floor, Inglewood City Hall, One Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, California for $75.00 per copy. A CD-Rom version of the plans and specifications may be purchased for $25.00 per copy. Each bid must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of cash, a cashier’s or certified check made payable to the City of Inglewood, or a bid bond, for an amount of not less than ten percent (10%) of the aggregate of the bid, as a guarantee that the successful bidder will, within the time specified, enter into an agreement as provided in the bid document and 3 furnish bonds when required in the Special Provisions. One for faithful performance in the amount of the contract sum, and another for contractor’s labor and materials in the amount of the contract sum. The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in any bid, and to take bids under advisement for a period not to exceed sixty days from and after the date bids are opened and announced. Attention is directed to the provisions of Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices on public works projects by the Contractor or any subcontractor under them. The Contractor or any subcontractor shall comply with the requirements of said sections in the employment of apprentices. Information relative to apprenticeship standards and administration of the apprenticeship program may be obtained from the Director of Industrial Relations, San Francisco, California, or the Division of Apprenticeship Standards and its branch offices. Notice is hereby given that the City Council has ascertained the prevailing rates of per diem wages in the locality in which the work is to be done for each craft or type of workman or mechanic needed to execute the contract in accordance with the provisions of Section 1770, et. Seq. of the Labor Code; said prevailing rates are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and are incorporated herein by reference as if set forth in full. Copies shall be made available to any interested party on request. This contract requires a Class B (Building Contractor) License at the time of bid submittal. The successful bidder must obtain and maintain current until completion of the project an Inglewood City Business License. This notice is given by order of the City Administrative Officer of the City of Inglewood, California, and is dated this 31st day of July, 2014. City Manager City of Inglewood, California
Eye on the City (Continued from page 8) munity Room. To register, go online to www.fire. lacounty.gov/cert or call 310-412-5571. A pancake breakfast will be held to support Inglewood youth firefighters,
ages 15-21. It will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2014 at Fire Station #171, located at 141 West Regent Street. Breakfast will be served from 9am until noon. A donation of $5.00 is requested, with all proceeds benefitting the Fire Explorer Pro-
The State of California requires counties to prepare and implement congestion management programs, a responsibility administered by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) for Los Angeles County. Each year, every city in the County must submit a Local Development Report to the MTA in an electronic format provided by the MTA. The Report must be adopted by the City Council following a public hearing. The Local Development Report is a tabulation of new development activity within the City during the recent 12-month period from June 1, 2013, through May 31, 2014. The Local Development Report and MTA Congestion Management Program conformance procedures are available for review at the City of Inglewood Public Works Department, 3rd Floor, City Hall, One West Manchester Boulevard. All persons interested in the Local Development Report or Congestion Management Program may appear at said meeting to be heard.
ORDINANCE NO. 14-08 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING PAY RANGE ASSISGNMENT AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THE VARIOUS OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND POSITIONS IN THE SERVICE OF THE CITY; AND REPEALING ALL PREVIOUS ORDINANCES OF THE CITY IN CONFLICT OR AT VARIANCE HEREWITH; THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY INGLEWOOD CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: A FULL TEXT OF THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE IN THE INGLEWOOD CITY CLERK’S OFFICE LOCATED IN CITY HALL ON THE FIRST FLOOR AS WELL AS ON THE CITY’S WEBSITE (WWW.CITYOFINGLEWOOD.ORG) LISTED UNDER THE CITY CLERK’S DEPARTMENT.
ORDINANCE NO. 14-09 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA REVISING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A NEW PERMIT PARKING DISTRICT, PROVIDE FOR PERMIT PARKING FEES AND REGULATE THE USE OF PARKING PERMITS. A FULL TEXT OF THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE IN THE INGLEWOOD CITY CLERK’S OFFICE LOCATED IN CITY HALL ON THE FIRST FLOOR AS WELL AS ON THE CITY’S WEBSITE (WWW.CITYOFINGLEWOOD.ORG) LISTED UNDER THE CITY CLERK’S DEPARTMENT.
gram of Inglewood Post 20. The event will include fire station tours and apparatus displays. Fire fighters will demonstrate what happens during real life situations which require them to rescue people to safety. For more information or to make a donation, call (323) 707-9185. Former District 1 Councilmember Mike Stevens appeared at Tuesday night’s meeting, more than a year after losing his district to Councilman George Dotson, to make a big announcement: “I’m here to announce my candidacy for the Mayor of Inglewood. The way the mayor is strong-arming the council people is wearing a bit thin on the residents. I hope that we have many debates, Mayor Butts.” Inglewood Parks and Recreation Commissioner Willie Agee will not be casting his vote for Stevens: “What did he do when he was here before? Nothing. And Ms. Dunlap (former Inglewood Councilwoman), they’re twins!”
Dotson commented on the badge ceremony held to honor Inglewood police officers. “You don’t have any idea of what these people that represent us do…How they put their life on the line for us. I know the (police) department is doing everything they possibly can to get rid of the gangs in this city. “As far as finances, we pay people a lot of money to tell us about our finances. Are we going to take the opinion of others who have not got (any degrees)? Just remember where we came from and check and see where we are now.” There was some discussion about Stevens’ criticism of the council voting alike. “We show up prepared. If we wait until we get here (to discuss the issues), all we would be doing is pointing to problems. We wouldn’t have any opportunities to fix it,” Councilman Eloy Morales said. He also gave Mayor Butts a nod in response to Stevens’ announcing he’d run for mayor.
Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014180233 The following Person is doing business as: JT Brands 110 Pine Avenue, Suite 218 Long Beach, CA 90802 Registered Owner: Geoffrey Thompson, 110 Pine Avenue, Suite 218, L.B., CA 90802 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on July 3, 2014. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Geoffrey Thompson, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on July 3, 2014 NOTICE-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 office 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. 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.) Original July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 ITO0422301037
“I will announce my endorsement of you,” Morales said. “The crime rate is the lowest it’s been in decades, but we do have bad folks out there,” Councilman Alex Padilla said. He spoke to Rivera in Spanish, and explained in English that he was offering his condolences. Addressing Stevens’ remarks, Padilla said, “Someone says the council is being strong-armed by the mayor. There’s nothing farther from the truth. We are all adult professionals. We stand on our own.” Councilman Ralph Franklin gave kudos to a few of the Inglewood police officers honored at the badge pinning ceremony: “Officer (Marvin) Aguilar was badged. He graduated with my son. Now he just earned the rank of sergeant. Officer (Nicole) Loudermilk has also received the rank of sergeant and our own distinguished administrator Michael Falkow. He is the key guy we reach out to as homeland security. These are the officers that we recognized today.” Others who were either promoted or received badg(Continued on page 11)
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Dates in July & August
48th Annual Watts Summer Festival Two exciting free pre-events announced.
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he historical Watts Summer Festival (WSF) will celebrate its 48th year on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2014 at Ted Watkins Park from noon until 7:30 p.m. The community is invited to come out and enjoy culture, continuous music, food and activities, including a free petting zoo, Children’s Village and more. Vendors will offer unique items and social service agencies will provide valuable on-site information of services available to residents of all ages. The venerable event will open with the pouring of libations in memory of those who lost their lives in the 1965 Watts Revolt, by Tulivu Jadi, vice chair of Organization Us and Alma Jackson, WSF board member. Mpinduzi Kuthaza, WSF board member, will give the history of the Watts Festival and recognize the Festival’s honorary co-chair, Congress member Maxine Waters. The “Tommy Jacquette Legacy Torchbearer Award” will also be presented to a deserving young Watts resident. On Friday, Aug. 1, the documentary film “WattStax: The Living Word” will be screened with discussion at the Watts Senior Center, 1657 E. Century Blvd., Watts, from 1-4pm.. The 1972 all-star concert was held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and organized by Memphis’ Stax Records as a fundraiser for the Watts Summer Festival. Lester Jones, WSF Board Member, will moderate. On Saturday, Aug. 2, the Watts Village Forum, “Building a Healthy Community,” will be held at Beulah Baptist Church, 1454 E. 100th St., Watts from 11am-1pm.. A panel of local professionals will discuss three elements of building and maintaining a healthy community, focusing on mental, physical and non-violent solutions. Panelists include Dr. Yoshado Lang, Emmada Psychology Center; Dr. Stan Frencher, Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital; and Aquil Basheer, A Better L.A. and PCITI (Professional Community Intervention Training Institute). WSF Board Member, Kathy Williamson, will moderate. For more information, visit http:// www.wattsfest.org/ and Watts Summer Festival, Inc. on FaceBook. History: Growing from the ashes of the 1965 Watts Revolt, the Watts Summer Festival was conceived in 1966 by community members. In 1972, the Festival became the first African American organization to sponsor a sell out concert at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum, called “Wattstax: The Living Word” which became a recording album and major film. The resilience of the Watts Summer Festival is a strong testament to the dedication of the late Tommy Jacquette who served from 1968-2009.
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Counseling for Anxiety, Depression Get free help for anxiety, depression, stress and anger. Recovery International provides tools and practice in changing thinking habits so individuals can gain personal control over distressing emotions and improve life-coping skills. This worldwide non-profit organization, founded in 1937, holds weekly meetings every Monday at 6:00 p.m. at SHARE! 6666 Green Valley Circle, north of Centinela Ave., (2nd building on the right). Call 310-322-6411 for more information, or visit www.lowselfhelpsystems.org. A donation is requested but not required.
August 9, 2014
Discover District 2 Councilman Alex Padilla will host the first ever “Discover District 2” event, from 10am to 4pm at True Vine Baptist Church, 1437 Centinela Avenue, Inglewood
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90302. The event will bring local residents and businesses together and raise funds for Inglewood students—specifically JROTC, music and art students. The event will be filled with fun and exciting activities such as live kid performances and activities, raffles, food, a car show and much more. To make a donation, setup a booth, participate in the car show or volunteer, please contact Councilman Padilla’s office at 310-4128601 or email apadilla@cityof inglewood.org.
August 9, 2014
Hope for Haiti Fundraising Bazaar Years have passed since that devastating earthquake. But the people of Haiti still need your help. Support the people of Haiti, fellowship and have fun from 11am to 4pm. Held at New Life L.A. Church, 2600 S. La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, 90016.
The fundraising bazaar will feature raffle drawings for beauty products, home goods, flowers and more. The entire 100% of proceeds will be given to Haiti. Vendor space is available for $50, but hurry. The deadline is Saturday, July 26! For more information, contact Sheila De. Gruy at lcd920@yahoo. com or Lisa Cathran at wcathran@ yahoo.com. Also visit www.hopeforhaitifoundation.com and www. newlifela.us
August 16, 2014
Financial Empowerment Workshop City Treasurer Wanda Brown will conduct a free community workshop about financial management. Topics include retirement planning, home mortgages, reverse mortgages, tax savings and more. Held from 1:30 to 3:00pm in City Hall, Community Room A. For more information, call 310-4125642.
Inglewood’s Gerald “Slink” Johnson Is Back Starring as “Black Jesus” By 2UrbanGirls
ast time 2UrbanGirls spoke with Gerald “Slink” Johnson, we discussed his role in Grand Theft Auto 5, which set 6 world records, including grossing over $1 billion dollars in less than a week. He is now playing the starring role of “Black Jesus” created by Aaron McGruder, most recognizable for his cartoon strip turned TV show, The Boondocks. Back in the days when you attended Inglewood High School, could you imagine all of the success you are now experiencing? Back in the days of Inglewood High, I had no idea that my life’s path would take would take me to such places. I always was a class clown and the center of attention, but often for the wrong reasons. I’m so proud, yet humbled by it all. After all I’ve been through in my life; this is truly a milestone for me. Do you have a message to young men in Inglewood who are also trying to reach their dream? My message to young men in Inglewood, and everywhere, is to never
stop pursuing their dreams and goals. Even when it looks bad, keep on going. It’s not the end of the world. Don’t let the environment, circumstances or naysayers distract or derail them in their progress. Anything you want to do in this world you can do. ANYTHING. Finally, as an active father in your kids lives, how do you juggle your career and being a dad? Being an active father is one of the greatest things in my life. My children are my motivation. Sometimes, I’ll
have them on set, watching and learning, while my oldest, Justin, is working with me as my assistant. He’s also a director and photographer. My aim is to keep it in the family. Teach them to fish. We thank you again Slink for taking the time to speak to our readers and want to remind everyone to tune in to the premier of Black Jesus on Adult Swim, which airs this Thursday, August 7th at 11pm. The City of Inglewood is proud of you!
Eye on the City (Continued from page 10) es as new officers include: Dirk Dewachter, Freeman Smith, Cilia Islas, Brian Poor, Marc Robinson, Angelica Vega, Felicia Zamora, Daniel Lee, Jonathan Rivers, and Brittania Hurst. The mayor offered his condolences again to those whose children were killed by gun violence,
and admitted, “There is nothing that the City is going to do to…I don’t run the police department.” Nothing can make up for the loss of a loved one and one death is one too many, Butts said. He then explained what the department is doing to reduce violent crime in Inglewood: “We have 4 gang injunctions that have had an impact. We have the lowest 3 consecutive
years for violent crime in the city since it started keeping records in 1978. The department will have $3 million next year to update our dispatch system. We are investing in our police department. We are managing our money in such a way that we can afford to invest in our key (priorities). We have managed this city in an exemplary manner.”