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Conditions at Inglewood Schools Prompt Immediate Response By Veronica Mackey

ayor James Butts has responded to an eye-opening investigation that revealed some Inglewood schools are operating under unsafe and unsanitary conditions. In a statement dated Nov. 11, 2014, the mayor said: “When I read the November 6, 2014 KPCC article, I contacted the newly reelected State Superintendent of Schools Tom Torlakson that same day and forwarded to him by email a copy of the article…I explained my concerns regarding the multitude of operational, fiscal and sanitation issues that must be addressed immediately.” The scathing article interviewed staff and volunteers at Inglewood High School, Monroe Middle School and Highland Elementary School. The investigation revealed the presence of: • Mice and rats • Water damage • Holes in the ceiling

• An unstable basketball backboard • Nonworking toilets • Unclean bathrooms • Damaged floors • Nonworking fire alarms • Incidents and threats of violence with no campus security In 2012, the Inglewood school district was taken over

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By Thomas Bunn rash! The very word sends signals to the brain that signify, putrid, disgusting, repulsive, waste that should be nowhere near us, and for the squeamish, it’s a word they’d rather hear after they’ve enjoyed lunch. On the quiet block of 8th Avenue here in the City of Inglewood, Ryan Thompson, a (Continued on page 7)

epublicans in Congress are expected to push back President Barack Obama’s new Attorney General nominee until at least January 2015. The cramped post-election schedule, stubborn opponents, and the impending holiday season makes it unlikely anything will be decided in December. Too bad. “(U.S. Attorney) Loretta Lynch stands out from the crowd, and not just because she’s often the only Black, female face in a sea of white men. The current US District Attorney for

school board of power and put the decision making authority into the hands of a State appointed trustee. Inglewood has had three trustees within two years. Current trustee, Don Brann, has been with the district since Loretta Lynch July 2013, and his authority is subject to review only by the Eastern District of New (Continued on page 2) York has been a fierce advocate for those under her care, including some of the most marginalized groups, and she’s equally unafraid to go up against some big names, including members of Congress,” wrote a blogger on Care2.com. As current U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder’s first choice, Lynch comes highly recommended for the top spot in the Dept. of Justice. Holder is resigning. Lynch has been involved in several key civil rights events, and did pro bono work to bring justice to the (Continued on page 8)

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Morningside High School by the state due to financial problems. Former State Sen. Rod Wright authored legislation at the IUSD School Board’s request to have the State of California loan the District up to $55 million, to be drawn down as needed. So far, approximately $29 million has been used. The move stripped the

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Football in Inglewood By Anne Cheek La Rose

have no crystal ball so I know as much as you about the possibility of a major league team coming to Inglewood. What I do know is that we have our very own minor league football team—the Inglewood Blackhawks. If you like football, this is the team to watch! From June to November these guys go to work. They are big and fierce and know how to play football. The Blackhawks are part of the LaBelle League and are 6-time League Champs, 3-time National Champs, and 2-time USFA National Champs. This season they are unbeaten! Most of the season games are at home, giving fans a chance to attend. Unfortunately, there is no stadium in Inglewood for the Blackhawks to call home, but Jack-

Anne Cheek La Rose ie Robinson Stadium, just down La Brea at Rodeo Road in the Rancho Cienega Sports Complex, is their home field. Now for the stats on last Saturday’s game:

Conditions at Inglewood Schools Prompt Immediate Response (Continued from page 1) the Office of the State Superintendent of Schools “Unfortunately, 2 years later, and 15 months into the tenure of Dr. Brann, although some progress has been made, a report issued in August by the Fiscal Crisis and Management Team (FCMAT) documents a number of fiscal, operational, and managerial shortcomings, the majority of which are incompatible with a healthy learning environment and are unacceptable for our children,” Mayor Butts said. He continued: “Equally unacceptable, neither I nor the Council were briefed contemporaneously by the State Trustee regarding the breadth of the issues chronicled in the FCMAT report.” According to KPCC, notes were

written by independent consultants Brian Hawkins and Dean Bubar for a report issued in August by the FCMAT. Brann laid off close to 150 employees earlier this year to help cut the deficit. Those let go included mostly cleaning staff and all 23 campus security guards. Most Inglewood schools have been without security since this school year began. Last week, Brann announced to Inglewood Unified faculty and staff in a memo that the district “has selected 17 individuals to fill safety positions at our school sites as soon as possible,” according to KPCC. In addition to campus security, the new guards will provide other services, including CPR, truancy and drug prevention, and conflict resolution. Brann said the district expects to hire more school police in the near future. Major improvements to Inglewood

The Blackhawks (15-0) defeated the visiting Las Vegas Trojans 3424 to solidify themselves as the #1 team in the LCFL going into the playoffs. The win earned Inglewood a first round bye as they await the winners of this weekend’s games to find out their opponent, whom they will face on Saturday, November 22nd. The Blackhawks were led by quarterback Brandon Brooks who threw for 4 touchdowns on the day. To learn more about Inglewood’s own team, visit http://www.blackhawkfootball.com/. In the meantime, enjoy these photos of the team, the LadyHawks, and our Mayor Butts who performed the coin toss for last Saturday’s season closing game.

schools are planned to begin in 2015, including construction of a brand new Inglewood High School. The project is estimated to cost over $148 million. Butts said he told Torlakson, “the safety, health and sanitation issues must receive priority. He (Torlakson) committed to having maintenance crews at Inglewood High this past weekend and on into the week to remediate this situation immediately.” Brann has been criticized for his $300,000 personal security detail contract. In an interview last month with KPCC, Brann said “I don’t want to get hurt here. I don’t know enough about present-day Inglewood to know how good the chances are for that so I’m just erring on the side of safety.” He later apologized to Butts and the Inglewood City Council for his “insensitive” remarks. Brann ad(Continued on page 7)

Shooting Outside Inglewood Yoshinoya Caught on Video

nglewood police are looking for 3 suspects following a fatal shooting during the early morning of November 8. According to reports, an unidentified man was killed outside of a Yoshinoya restaurant in the 10000 block of Hawthorne Boulevard. The identity of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin. However, the victim was said to be in his 40s. The owner of a mobile phone store allowed CBS2 to view video of the incident, but did not provide it for broadcast. The shooting was caught on tape by the owner of a

nearby mobile phone store. CBS2 was allowed to view the video, but not use it for broadcast. The video showed three male suspects driving away from the scene. Investigators said the men bailed

out of the car around 117th Street and Lemoli Avenue. Officers in armored vehicles, with dogs, went door-to-door looking for the suspects but weren’t able to locate them. Citing an ongoing investigation, authorities aren’t releasing any details surrounding the shooting. The manhunt is continuing, and police consider the suspects armed and dangerous. Anyone with information about this crime can report it anonymously at the crime hotline: 888-41-CRIME.

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Inglewood Police Receive Grant to Keep City Streets Safer

he Inglewood Police Department has been awarded a $245.000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a year-long program of special enforcements and public awareness efforts to prevent traffic related deaths and injuries. The Inglewood Police Department will use the funding as part of the city’s ongoing commitment to keep our roadways safe and improve the quality of life through both enforcement and education. “Every DUI driver removed from the roadway is a potential life saved. With this grant money, it is our goal to create a safer environment for the residents of Inglewood and anyone traveling through our community,” said Inglewood Police Chief Mark Fronterotta. “We want to impress upon everyone—if you choose to drink, please don’t drive. For those who ignore this message, the Inglewood Police Department Traffic Unit will strictly enforce the law. The Inglewood Police Department is dedicated to keeping our roadways safe through enforcement and education.” After falling dramatically between 2006 and 2010, the number of per-

sons killed and injured in traffic collisions saw slight increases in 2011 and 2012. Particularly worrisome are recent increases in pedestrian and motorcycle fatalities and the dangers of distracting technologies. This grant funding will provide opportunities to combat these and other devastating problems such as drunk and drugged driving and speeding. “California’s roadways are still among the safest in the nation,” said OTS Director Rhonda Craft. “But to meet future mobility, safety, and sustainability objectives, we must create safer roadways for all users. The Inglewood Police Department will

Hollywood Park Land Company & Turner Construction are soliciting

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be using these and other resources to reach the vision we all share—Toward zero deaths, every one counts.” Activities that the grant will fund include: • DUI checkpoints • DUI saturation patrols • Motorcycle safety enforcement • Distracted driving enforcement • Speed, red light, and stop sign enforcement • Pedestrian and Bicycle enforcement • Warrant service operations targeting multiple DUI offenders • Compilation of DUI “Hot Sheets,” identifying worst-of-the-worst

DUI offenders • Specialized DUI and drugged driving training such as Standardized Field • Sobriety Testing (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), and Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) • Court “sting” operations to cite individuals driving from DUI court after ignoring their license suspension or revocation Funding for this program is from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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nglewood honored its veterans on Tuesday with a breakfast at the United States Veterans Center, 733 Hindry Ave. The annual Veteran’s Day event is part of a national effort to honor those who have served in the armed forces. Sponsored by the Los Angeles Lakers, the breakfast was well attended by veterans, military families and elected officials, including Congresswoman Maxine Waters.

Willie Agee with Congresswoman Maxine Waters. Inglewood Parks and Recreation Commissioner and Korean combat veteran Willie Agee with Lakers Girls.

O Inglewood Mayor James Butts, Willie Agee and Councilman Ralph Franklin (left), and Councilmembers Eloy Morales, Alex Padilla and George Dotson (right). Photos by Alicia Smith.

Correction

n Oct. 16, 2014, Inglewood Today published a story entitled “Attacks on Butts Backfire.” The article stated that Joseph Teixeira accused Mayor James Butts of child molestation. While Mr. Teixeira did not explicitly accuse Mayor Butts of child molestation as first reported, he referred to and quoted from a 1993 L.A. Times article entitled “Santa Monica Chief Accused of Molestation” (Feb. 6, 1993). Teixeira made no mention of the fact that the matter was dropped shortly thereafter, as reported by the L.A. Times one week later in an article entitled “DA Drops Molestation Case Against Santa Monica Chief” (Feb. 13, 1993).

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Thanksgiving Store Closures: A Return to Sanity

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Willie Brown, Publisher, Inglewood Today Weekly time to stop the madness. Retailers who experimented with the Thanksgiving Day opening argued that it could alleviate some of the craziness of Black Friday. In recent years, there have been some unfortunate incidents of shoppers being injured—pushed or trampled by fellow customers. In this age of viral social media, negative publicity can be the death knell of a business—especially a big one. Almost 50,000 people have joined the Facebook group, “Boycott Black Thursday ” to demonstrate against any store that opens on Thanksgiving this year. To those companies who have not yet made the conscious choice to shut down on Thanksgiving, you still have two weeks to make up your mind. Please get this memo: “Thanksgiving is for watching football and being with family!” Consumers have a voice now thanks to the Internet, and they won’t be silenced. We hope you’re listening.

Dr. Myles Munroe Has Filfilled His Purpose

By Veronica Mackey

viation experts are still trying to make sense of the wreckage caused by a plane crash at Grand Bahama International Airport in Freeport, Bahamas, even as followers of famed minister, best-selling author, motivational speaker and business leader Dr. Myles Munroe come to grips with his shocking death on Nov. 9. “Words cannot express our profound sense of loss for all of the team members on this tragic flight. Dr. Munroe was our visionary, our founder, our mentor, advisor, father Myles & Ruth Ann Munroe figure and friend. He was a global leader and icon and was respected on the Bahamas Faith Ministries worldwide. His wife Ruth was a International website. faithful companion and constant Munroe, 60, was headed for a support for Dr. Munroe and was leadership conference when his (Continued on page 6) equally beloved,” reads a statement

Just Saying... When you focus on the problem, it is difficult to see the blessing surrounding you; broaden your vision and see the solutions.

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Go Metro to College Football Fall is football season and Metro is the smart choice for fans attending USC and UCLA home games. To reach the LA Coliseum, exit the Metro Expo Line at the Expo/Vermont or Expo Park/USC stations. For the Rose Bowl, take the Metro Gold Line to the Memorial Park Station. Eat, Shop, Play Local If you are one of the 350,000 people who enjoyed Taste of Soul in the Crenshaw district, remember that all the great businesses and restaurants along the Crenshaw corridor are open to serve the community during the construction of the Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project. For more information, visit metro.net. Construction Begins on Crenshaw/Expo Station Construction is now underway on the transfer point to the Metro Expo Line as the Crenshaw/LAX light rail line keeps making progress. The 8.5-mile line will connect Crenshaw with the Metro Green Line and the Expo Line. Check the latest at metro.net/crenshaw. Construction Begins on Purple Line Extension Shovels met the ground on November 7th for the Purple Line Extension’s o;cial ground breaking. The project’s >rst segment is scheduled to open in 2023 and will run four miles, stretching from Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/La Cienega. To learn more, visit metro.net/westside.

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ou know you are living in a world of lower standards when retailers are being applauded for not forcing employees to work on a national holiday. Twenty years ago, the very thought would have been unthinkable. But that is exactly what is happening this Thanksgiving season. Stores like Costco, Nordstrom, and Best Buy have announced they will be closed the entire day on Thanksgiving, Nov. 27. Consumers interviewed about this year’s biggest shopping day said they will support stores that honor the holiday by giving their employees the day off. It may not be all about family, however. Best Buy said it’s closing on Turkey Day because there just isn’t enough profit to keep the doors open. Regardless, closing for Thanksgiving is great P.R. Retailers may actually save money and employees get to be with their families, so it’s a “win-win.” Until a few years ago, being open on Thanksgiving Day was only acceptable at restaurants, hospitals and your local 7-Eleven. But when the economy went south, things changed. Black Friday became Black Thursday. It fueled an advertising frenzy, filled with all sorts of hype to get shoppers to come out. The lure of unbelievable deals began pulling people away from the family table in pursuit of the hottest toys or wide screen TVs. This is why so many protest the commercialism of Christmas. It’s

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Medicine Safety Reminders for Cold and Flu Season

mericans catch approximately 1 billion colds each year, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that as many as 20 percent of people in the U.S. will get the flu this cold and flu season. A majority of people (seven in 10) will use over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to treat their symptoms, and many of these medicines contain acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is the most common drug ingredient in America, found in more than 600 prescription (Rx) and OTC medicines, including pain relievers, fever reducers and many cough, cold and flu medicines. It’s safe and effective when used as directed, but taking more than the maximum daily dose of 4,000 milligrams is an overdose and can lead to liver damage. The Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition (AAC), a group of leading health, health care provider and consumer organizations, is reminding consumers to double-check their medicine labels to avoid doubling up on acetaminophen this winter. “Cold and flu season is a very important time to remind patients to be diligent about reading their medicine labels and knowing the ingredients in their medicines,” said Anne Nor-

man, APRN, DNP, FNP-BC, Associate Vice President of Education at the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, a founding organization of the AAC. “People may use a medicine to treat their cold or flu symptoms on top of a medicine they are already taking, not realizing that both might contain acetaminophen.” The AAC’s Know Your Dose campaign reminds consumers to follow four medicine safe-use steps: 1. Always read and follow the medicine label. 2. Know if medicines contain acetaminophen, which is listed on the front panel of packaging and in bold type or highlighted in the “active ingredients” section of OTC medicine labels, and sometimes listed as “APAP” or “acetam” on Rx labels. 3. Never take two medicines that contain acetaminophen at the same time. 4. Ask your health care provider or a pharmacist if you have questions about dosing instructions or medicines that contain acetaminophen. For additional information and a list of some common medicines that contain acetaminophen, visit KnowYourDose.org or follow @KnowYourDose on Twitter. Source: NewsUSA

Environmental Charter School Builds New Playground in Six Hours

ssemblyman Steven Bradford. Mayor James T. Butts, Jr. and Councilman Ralph Franklin joined nearly 300 volunteers Nov. 1 to build an entire community playground at Environmental Charter Middle School in Inglewood. The entire project was completed in less than six hours thanks to volunteers from The Smile Generation, Environmental Charter Schools and organizers from KaBOOM! — a national nonprofit dedicated to bringing active play into the lives of kids. Teams of workers assembled the playground—mixing and pouring thousands of pounds of concrete, and moving enough safety surfacing to cover nearly nine NBA-size basketball courts. The play space was actually designed in September by the students themselves, who were asked to draw their dream playground. Their creative young minds envisioned a play space which would eventually include gardening spaces, recycling and composting bins, shade structures, a revolving ring to hang from, and a rock-climbing wall. The design is a reflection of the school’s focus on experiential learning and use

of the environment. The Smile Generation donated dentistry to those who do not have access to dental care. “We are thrilled that we had a hand in helping the Environmental Charter Middle School build a play area and that we were able to serve Inglewood community members with the on-site dental clinic,” said Kyle Guerin, the “we serve” manager for the Smile Generation, a referral service for dentists. Until Saturday, Environmental Charter Middle School students didn’t have a playground, and were not able to fully develop their physical, social and cognitive skills. “It’s wonderful for our students to get a brand-new playground; but what is truly inspiring for our students is to see hundreds of adults, who have never met them, coming to spend their time building a playground so that students can have a safe, challenging, and fun play space —literally in their own backyard,” said Beth Bernstein-Yamashiro, principal of Environmental Charter Middle School - Inglewood. “These projects will positively impact our campus and community for years to come.”

Dr. Myles Munroe Has Fulfilled His Purpose (Continued from page 5) private Lear jet struck a construction crane as it attempted to land. The aircraft was flying low due to bad weather. The plane reportedly exploded, killing all nine passengers, including his wife, a pilot and members of his ministry team. There were reports that Munroe’s daughter Charisa was also aboard the plane. However, she is very much alive. In fact, she has posted two heartfelt messages on social media. On Facebook, she wrote: “With indescribable sorrow, I have cried for the last few hours, in the floor of my closet both crying and with hands lifted at the same time in worship. My papa is the greatest servant leader I have ever met… For every call, post and messages you’ve sent me this evening it has remarkably blessed and nourished my grieving heart.” (https://www. facebook.com/tyadams) She also penned this on Instagram: “My mom, Ruth Ann Munroe, was the epitome of grace. She was truly my queen. She was the essence of everything that God defined as a wife and mother. She stood alongside my dad, as the love of his life, sharing faithfully in ministry with him, raising their children and graciously serving him as her king.” (@ mylesmunroe) The Munroes also have a grown son, Chario (Myles Munroe, Jr). As the founder of Bahamas Faith Ministries International, “Dr. Myles” was a sought after speaker in both the Christian and business worlds. He was known for his powerful teachings on God-given purpose, which inspired people to live life to the fullest. I am one of them.

Dr. Myles was my mentor from afar. We never met, but I bought and read his books and watched him on television every chance I got. He was so wise, so brilliant, the kind of person who made you think every time he spoke. Last year, as I was about to publish, 30 Days in September: How to Master Life’s Tests, (www.facebook.com/ VeronicaMackeyAuthor), I heard Dr. Myles say something so profound to my book’s theme that I had to grab it. “Whatever you proclaim must be tested.” I quoted him on the back cover. Those unfamiliar with Munroe’s work cannot fully appreciate his prominence as a Christian leader without reading his work or hearing him speak. Here is a sample of some of his most powerful quotes, and why so many love him so much: 1. “If you don’t attempt things, you don’t attract God. ” 2. “You must decide if you are going to rob the world or bless it with the rich, valuable, potent, untapped resources locked away within you.” 3. “One of the greatest tragedies in life is to watch potential die untapped.” 4. “Success is not a comparison of what we have done with what others have done.” 5. “When the purpose of a thing is not known, abuse is inevitable.” 6. “Being open to correction means making ourselves vulnerable, and many people are not willing to do that. ” 7. Success is making it to the end of your purpose. If you die before you fulfill your purpose, you were killed. Dr. Myles encouraged people to “die empty,” give all you have of yourself. Then you are ready to pass on. Dr. Myles lived what he preached. He fulfilled his purpose.

Healthcare Is Your Right!

By Hamza Yammout, UMMA Community Clinic

ith the passing of the Affordable Care Act, many insurance companies along with everyone living in the United States was thrown for a loop. Suddenly, having health insurance became law, and just like any other law, there would be consequences if Americans did not follow the rules. This created a storm of confusion as many Americans were unaware of what exactly this meant for them and their families. At the top of the endless list of questions consumers were asking was, “What changed?” For years it had been common knowledge that many health insurance companies were focusing more on their bottom line than the health of those paying their premiums. Countless cases involving denial of treatment and misconduct were reported and, until healthcare reform was passed by legislatures, they

weren’t expected to stop any time soon. So, what did change and how do Americans sign up? For starters, health insurance companies are now required to carry the explanations of their health plans in plain language. This is significant because it disallows the use of vague legal terminology that requires 2 years of law school to understand, giving Americans a fair shot at choosing a health coverage plan that is right for them and their families. Not only have health insurance companies been legally mandated to explain their policies on paper in plain language, but the array of coverage for new health plans since 2010 has been increased. Under the ACA, health insurance companies are required to provide everyone they cover with the “Essential Health Benefits”. Included in the “Essential (Continued on page 11)

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Allstate Agency Owner Billy Campbell Honored Named Premier Agency for 2014

As a business leader and involved citizen in the Inglewood area, Allstate exclusive agency owner Billy Campbell has been designated an Allstate Premier Agency for 2014. This designation is being presented to Billy Campbell for outstanding business performance and commitment to putting customers at the center of his agency’s work. “The Premier Agency designation is not just about Billy’s successful business results,” said John Stolte, regional sales leader for Allstate Insurance Company in California. “The honor also demonstrates Billy’s commitment in being accessible to customers and using knowledge to help ensure customers have the insurance products they need to protect themselves and their family.” Billy Campbell’s agency is located at 2300 W Manchester Blvd. in Inglewood and can be reached at (323) 750-1777 or http://agents.allstate.com/ billy-campbell-inglewood-ca.html. The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) is the nation’s largest publicly held personal lines insurer, serving approximately 16 million households through

its Allstate, Encompass, Esurance and Answer Financial brand names and Allstate Financial business segment. Allstate branded insurance products (auto, home, life and retirement) and services are offered through Allstate agencies, independent agencies, and Allstate exclusive financial representatives, as well as via www.allstate.com, www.allstate. com/financial and 1-800 Allstate,® and are widely known through the slogan “You’re In Good Hands With Allstate.®” In 2013, $29 million was given by The Allstate Foundation, Allstate, its employees and agency owners to support local communities. Allstate employees and agency owners donated 200,000 hours of service across the country.

Young Father Teaches Kids Organic Farming (Continued from page 1) father of two, husband, and brilliant community organizer, has taken his trash and created a potential business for his daughters. He walked me around to the side of his house and brought me to two Rubbermaid buckets, that I assumed were for storing laundry and possibly toys. In this case, Ryan has converted his storage buckets into compost bins. Compost is organic matter that has been decomposed and recycled as a fertilizing agent. Compost is a prime ingredient when farming organically. Ryan opened the bucket, and immediately I assumed that a horrendous smell would attack my nostrils the minute he cracked the lid. But to my surprise, the bucket had a faint odor, more of dirt than anything rotten. Ryan said, “I looked all around the area and found out that red worms like to eat paper, old newspaper, old fruit, and stuff like that, so when you put it all in there, it creates

your own natural fertilizer. You’ll get ants inside of it, flies, and so on and so forth, and that’s cool, because it’s sort of like, ‘Live and Let Live,’ and they all help each other out.” With every great initiative comes an opportunity to make it a profitable business. Ryan says, “The plan is to eventually get to the point where we can sell the red worms, or give them away in the community as a way for people to start making their own compost bins. Also, red worms go for about $10/lbs. and up to $20/lbs so, the whole idea behind this was to teach my daughters how to be self-sufficient. It also teaches them about business, because—let’s be honest—we live in a capitalistic society. It’s all about what you can supply. So, we have something here that’s grassroots, its sustainable, and it can be something my daughters can live off of.” The last stop on the tour was to Ryan’s home garden where he grows watermelons, strawberries, collard greens, bell peppers, squash, tomatoes, kale, and apples. Before

leaving him, he blessed me with a hefty home grown squash that I must say, looked like a squash right out of the local super market. I can’t say how important it is, as a community, to begin to start dealing with sustainability. Among African Americans have disproportionately higher rates of disease, so good nutrition and diet are the keys to a healthy body. They combat disease much easier than prescription medication does by keeping our bodies balanced, our minds clutter free, and our energy levels at an optimum level. There is no reason why, everyone in our community shouldn’t have a garden in their back yard and front yard, places where kids can come home from school, and on the walk home, jump up and snatch a piece of fresh fruit off the tree, or grab a home grown snack right from their backyards. It will place an emphasis back on eating clean, unprocessed foods, and also will save us thousands of dollars a year. Sustainability is exactly what it says it is. Large

Inglewood salute to brother Ryan Thompson for taking a bold, yet wise step in the direction toward self-empowerment. Conditions at Inglewood Schools Prompt Immediate Response (Continued from page 2) mitted he has not received any threats since coming to Inglewood. “That’s a lot of money, that’s at least, probably six or seven ... security people,” says Chris Graeber, a union official representing non-teaching staff, about Brann’s security cost. “We say this line, ‘the students come first.’ Well no, in this case it’s the state trustee comes first.” Butts, who was re-elected last week, said, “During this term as your Mayor, I will more closely monitor the progress of the State in improving the IUSD and will vociferously advocate for our childrens’, parents’ and Inglewood taxpayers’ interests. I will periodically advise you as to the status of the State’s effort to stabilize and improve the IUSD.

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Community

‘Fabulous’ Forum to Receive Preservation Honor Award National Trust for Historic Preservation to Present Award at Its National Conference

he National Trust for Historic Preservation will present its Preservation Honor Award for the restoration of The Forum in Inglewood, CA. The project is one of 17 award winners to be honored by the National Trust during its 2014 Past Forward National Preservation Conference in Savannah, Ga. The Forum shows that post-World War II sports arenas can find new life. Designed by Charles Luckman, the stadium opened with great fanfare in 1967 as the home of both the Los Angeles Lakers and Kings. It immediately became a Southern California landmark. When the teams later relocated, the Forum was sold to a local church. Underutilized and in disrepair, the building was facing demolition until the Madison Square Garden Company purchased it in 2012. Committed to historic preservation, the company maintained the site’s original character while updating it for modern-day use as a concert venue. The rehabilitation also helped revitalize the surrounding community, bringing hundreds of new jobs and redevelopment to the area. “While each is unique, this year’s outstanding Honor Award winners all reflect the importance of protecting our nation’s cultural heritage,”

said Stephanie Meeks, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. “Whether it’s the restoration of a center for African American studies in Savannah, or the preservation of the iconic Green Mountain Lookout in Washington state, this year’s Honor Award winners demonstrate how saving places is bolstering local economies and helping preserve the unique fabric of communities throughout the country.” The award will be presented to The Forum/The Madison Square Garden Company at the Richard H. Driehaus National Preservation Awards ceremony in Savannah, Ga. on November 13, 2014. Co-recipients are: Brisbin Brook Beynon, Architects; Clark Construction Group; Severud & Associates; and, Historic Resources Group.

The National Preservation Awards are bestowed on distinguished individuals, nonprofit organizations, public agencies and corporations whose skill and determination have given new meaning to their communities through preservation of our architectural and cultural heritage. These efforts include citizens’ attempts to save and maintain important landmarks; companies and craftsmen whose work restores the richness of the past; the vision of public officials who support preservation projects and legislation in their communities; and educators and journalists who help Americans understand the value of preservation. The winners of the National Preservation Awards will appear online at www.PreservationNation.org/awards.

Obama Picks Attorney General Nominee (Continued from page 1) genocide situation in Rwanda. She is a Harvard graduate, and has spent a large chunk of her professional career working in the offices of US attorneys and serving as one herself. She was appointed by President Bill Clinton to the Eastern District of New York in 1999 and she served there until 2001. Lynch then moved to private litigation and served as a member of the board for the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where she prosecuted both Republican and Democratic representatives for fraud and other crimes, and hauled both Citibank and HSBC to court. President Barack Obama, called her back to the federal sector in 2010, where she has remained as US District Attorney for the Eastern District ever since. The president announced Lynch’s nomination on Nov. 8, but critics say he has moved too slowly. Some speculate he did not want to rock the boat by publicly choosing her before the election. The shift to a Republican-controlled Senate, which will take shape in January, is expected to give conservatives more momentum to block any of the president’s nominations. Despite Secretary of State John Kerry’s assessment that there are some nominees who’ve been waiting for Senate confirmations, and the highprofile nature of the position, hearings are not expected to move quickly. In fact, according to Care2.com, “Members of the conservative community are already out to smear her, and Breitbart (www.Breitbart.com) already made a pretty embarrassing misstep when he confused her with an attorney involved in the Whitewater scandal. Wrong Loretta Lynch, but nice try!”

Arrested Film Producer Makes Police Training Video

black television and film producer, wrongfully arrested in Beverly Hills on charges of bank robbery, is using his infamous celebrity to improve how police handle arrests. Charles Belk was in town for a pre-Emmy party on August 22 when Beverly Hills police arrested him. He was taken into custody following a robbery at a Citibank branch in the 8400 block of Wilshire Boulevard. Police said he was detained because he matched the description of a man suspected of being an accomplice in the heist. Belk said he was detained for 6 hours and not allowed to make a phone call. He also said officers failed to quickly review security video from the bank that clearly showed he was not involved. He

was finally released around midnight after officers watched the video. Police Chief David Snowden later apologized to Belk and said an internal investigation would be conducted. Belk’s record will be expunged. The+ ordeal has caused Belk to turn his misfortune into an opportunity for good. Mistaken identity is an all-too-common occurrence with men of color and a major component of racial profiling. The chief admitted the investigation “identified areas that could and should have been handled differently.” He said his officers will do a better job in the future

forcement agency. I also will make several personal appearances at the request of the city, including speaking to Beverly Hills Police Department personnel during roll call of all shifts to describe the perspectives of an innocent man who has been detained.” He also said he will work for legislative changes as well. “I’ve launched a new of reviewing videos and allowing nonprofit—Fitting the Descripinmates to make phone calls in a tion—which will help build awaretimely manner. ness of and assistance to those who Belk called the experience a are wrongfully detained or arrest“blessing in disguise” that he hopes ed,” Belk said. “So truly a blessing will lead to positive changes. “The in disguise. I look forward to all video will be made available free the good that will continue to come of charge to any interested law en- from this.”

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South Bay Workforce Investment Board Honors Individuals and Job Providers

ore than 300 civic leaders, elected officials, job providers and training institution representatives were in attendance at the 19th Annual Alumni Awards Breakfast presented by the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB), October 23rd, at the Ayres Hotel in Hawthorne. The annual events honors recent alumni who have completed technical training in a variety of fields as well as the corporations that provided jobs and a variety of institutions and agencies that provided the training that was funded by grants made possible by the SBWIB.

acted federal Workforce Innovation Opportunties Act. . The SBWIB also honored Dr. Willie Hagan, President of California State University Dominguez Hills, as the 2014 recipient of the Esther Williams Award of Excellence. The presentation was made by the immediate past recipient, Inglewood Mayor James Butts. Among the alumni who were recognized for completing technical training and successfully gaining employment were Georgina Placido and Jose Vazques of Gardena; Andrea Williams of Redondo Beach; Rebecca Lerma of Lawndale; Roman Noriega-Radecki of Carson;

2014 Edison Scholar

A BRIGHTER FUTURE STARTS WITH AN EDUCATION At Edison International, we are committed to educating our future generations and to making our community a better place. One of our education initiatives is awarding $40,000 scholarships to 30 eligible high school seniors planning to pursue studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) at a four-year university. Apply now for a $40,000 scholarship at edison.com/scholars. Some of the requirements include: • Live in, or attend high school in Southern California Edison's service area • Must demonstrate need for financial support • GPA of at least 2.8 • Apply before February 1, 2015

POWERING A BRIGHTER FUTURE

Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts presents the prestigious Esther Williams Award of Excellence to CSU Dominguez Hills President, Dr. Willie Hagan. Accepting the award on behalf of Dr. Hagan is Provost Vice President of Academic Affairs Ellen Junn. The presentation was made during the 2014 Alumni Awards Breakfast put on by the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) Oct. 23rd at the Ayres Hotel in Hawthorne. The award honors individuals who strive to improve the quality of life in our communities through their professionalism and lasting contributions. Williams was the charter Chairperson of the SBWIB in 1982.

SBWIB Executive Director Jan Vogel welcomed the attendees who came from all nine of the cities in the SBWIB service area. Among the participating elected officials were: Congresswoman Maxine Waters (35th District); South Bay area California Assemblymembers Steven Bradford (62nd District), Isadore Hall III (64th District) and Al Muratsuchi (66th District); South Bay area elected officials Mayor Chris Brown (Hawthorne), Mayor James T. Butts and Councilmembers Alex Padilla and Ralph Franklin (Inglewood), Mayor Robert Pullin-Miles and Councilmember Pat Kearney (Lawndale), and Mayor Pat Furey and Councilwoman Heidi Ashcraft (Torrance). The Keynote speaker was Bob Lanter, Executive Director of the California Workforce Association who highlighted the recently en-

Molly Mettler of El Segundo; Shane Warmington of Inglewood; Jeff Vaiola and Freddy Jackson of Hawthorne, and Stephanie Ramirez of Los Angeles. The outstanding businesses and agencies that used the SBWIB One Stop Business & Career Center network to find employable youth and adults included: Walmart Neighborhood Market in Carson; Friends Outside of Los Angeles County based Pasadena; Carlisle Interconnect Technologies; ImageFIRST in Carson; Centinela Hospital Medical Center in Inglewood; Old Navy; Costco Wholesale in Inglewood; Farmer Boys Restaurant in El Segundo and Gardena; the FBI Southern California Region; Priority Import-Export Service in Inglewood; Serco, Inc.; Redondo Beach Unified School District; and, the YMCA Carson-Gardena.

Edison International’s support of charitable causes, including the Edison Scholars Program, is funded entirely by Edison International investors, not from customers’ utility bill payments. The company’s community donations are part of its commitment as a leading corporate citizen. In addition, the children of employees of Edison International and its subsidiaries are not eligible to apply for the Edison Scholars Program. Inglewood_Today.indd 1

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Duncan Family Reaches Settlement with Texas Health Presbyterian

he family of deceased Ebola victim Thomas Eric Duncan says they have reached a settlement with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, where Duncan was initially misdiagnosed. Duncan was turned away by the hospital on Sept. 25 with a temperature over 103 degrees. He returned 3 days later when symptoms grew worse. He was admitted and treated, but died on Oct. 8. The family has been speaking out since Duncan’s death on, saying the hospital’s denial of care was due to incompetence and was racially motivated. One relative said Duncan could have lived if the medical staff had got the diagnosis right the first time. He said the Dallas-based hospital turned Duncan away because he was “a poor black man without health insurance.” The family wondered why he was not moved to Emory Hospital in Atlanta—where Kent Bradly and Nancy received life-saving treatments for Ebola. In an interview on Oct. 7, Rev.

Thomas Eric Duncan Jesse Jackson said Texas is one of the southern states that rejected the Affordable Care Act. “Texas has rejected $100 billion in Medicaid monies, which would create more affordable care for poor people,” he said. Attorney Les Weisbrod said Wednesday in Dallas that the foundation in honor of Thomas Eric Duncan will assist other Ebola victims in West Africa. Weisbrod said the foundation is part of a larger settlement that will “take care” of Duncan’s four children and his parents. Weisbrod did not say how much the settlement was worth.

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LEGAL NOTICES CITY OF INGLEWOOD INVITATION TO SUBMIT BID

CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

(Specifications and Conditions Governing Bid Award)

INSTALLATION AND PURCHASE OF CENTIVA VINYL TILE FOR ROGER’S PARK AND VETERAN’S SENIOR CENTER

Project Subject to Bid: “STREETS and ALLEYS REHABILITATION PROJECT, FY 2014-15” The City of Inglewood invites and will receive bids duly filed as provided herein for the furnishing of labor and materials and/or the completion of the above-designated project. A mandatory informational meeting for interested bidders will be conducted on Thursday, December 04, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at the Public Works Department, on the Third Floor of the Inglewood City Hall, One Manchester Boulevard, CA, 90301. Please call the Project Manager, Hunter Nguyen, at (310) 412-8768, or email at (hhunter@cityofinglewood.org), should you require further information. Each bid, to be considered, must be delivered to and received by the City Clerk no later than 11:30 a.m. on December 10, 2014, at the Office of the City Clerk, First Floor of 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 “STREETS and ALLEYS REHABILITATION PROJECT, FY 2014-15” 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. Bids will be opened in public in the City Clerk’s Office and will then and there be announced to all persons present. Specifications and other Bid Documents for the above items are on file in the Public Works Department and may be obtained upon request. 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 amount 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 furnish bonds when required in the Special Provisions: one for Faithful Performance in the amount of the Contract Sum, and one 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 (60) 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 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, CA, 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, etc. seq. of the Labor Code; said prevailing rates are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and are incorporated herein by reference. Copies shall be made available to any interested party on request. Attention is directed to the provisions of Public Contract Code Section 10164 concerning Contractor’s licensing laws. This Contract requires a Class A Contractor’s License. In addition, a City of Inglewood business license will also be required. The successful bidder must obtain, and maintain current until completion of the Project, an Inglewood City Business License.

RFP – 0093 PROPOSALS DUE:

MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2014 AT 11 A.M. AT THE OFFICE OF CITY CLERK LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR OF INGLEWOOD CITY HALL One Manchester Blvd. Inglewood, CA 90301 Mandatory Job Walk is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Please meet at City Hall 8th Floor Purchasing Division Conference Room at One W. Manchester Blvd. Inglewood, CA 90301 Contact Person during Proposal Period: Jorge Ochoa, Acting Buyer Purchasing Division (310) 412 - 5266 CITY OF INGLEWOOD INVITATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS (Specifications and Conditions Governing Award) The City of Inglewood invites and will receive proposals duly filed as provided herein for the furnishing of qualified Consultants to provide “INSTALLATION AND PURCHASE OF CENTIVA VINYL TILE FOR ROGER’S PARK AND VETERAN’S SENIOR FACILITY” as specified in this document. Mandatory Job Walk is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at 10 a.m. Please meet at City Hall 8th Floor, Purchasing Division Conference Room at One W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90301. The City Council reserves the right to waive any irregularities in any proposals, and to take proposals under advisement for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days from and after the date proposals are opened and announced. The following conditions and terms apply: 1) The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. 2) Attached are detailed specifications and conditions for proposal submission. 3) You must execute your contract within ten (10) days after the City mails it. If the contract is not executed within ten (10) days, the City reserves the unilateral right to cancel it. 4) If any provisions of the contract are violated, the City, after suitable notice, may cancel the contract and make arrangements to have the products and or services supplied by others. Any extra cost to the City will be paid by the vendor. 5) Proposals may be obtained from the Purchasing Division located on the 8th floor of City Hall, or call (310) 412-5266. 6) All proposals must be for specific amounts. Any attempt to qualify prices with an ‘escalation clause’ or any other method of making a price variable, is unacceptable. Proposal shall be valid for ninety (90) calendar days from receipt of proposal. 7) The City reserves the right to add or subtract quantities and/or services based on the unit prices/unit lump sums so indicated as its budgetary needs may require. 8) Jobs must be completed by January 3, 2015. Artie Fields, City Manager City of Inglewood, California

Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and Notice of Intent (NOI) to Request Release of Funds (RROF) for the City of Inglewood; Community Development Block Grants Division; 1 W. Manchester Blvd.; Inglewood, CA 90301; (310) 412-8844; dpipkins@cityofinglewood.org; these notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Inglewood.

This Notice is given by order of the City Administrator of the City of Inglewood, California, and is dated this 13th day of November, 2014.

Finding Of No Significant Impact

Artie Fields, City Manager City of Inglewood, California

The City has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental review Record (ERR) on file at the City of Inglewood, located at 1 W. Manchester Blvd., Office of the City Clerk, Inglewood, CA 90301 and may be examined or copied Monday through Thursday 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

ORDINANCE: 15-01 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO CRIMSON CALIFORNIA PIPELINE LP, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A CRUDE OIL TRANSMISSION PIPELINE AND APPURTENANCES FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF HYDROCARBON AND OTHER SUBSTANCES IN THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD 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: 15-02 AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 5-110 OF ARTICLE 7 OF CHAPTER 5 AND ADDING AN ARTICLE 19 TO CHAPTER 10 (PUBLIC WORKS) TO ESTABLISH A WATER CONSERVATION AND WATER SUPPLY SHORTAGE PROGRAM 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.

Notice of Intent (NOI) to Request Release of Funds (RROF) On or about at least one day after the end of the comment period the City of Inglewood, will submit a request to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) Program funds pursuant to Title II of the CranstonGonzalez National Affordable Housing Act, as amended, to undertake a project known as 502-508 Eucalyptus Avenue PATH Ventures Affordable Housing Project for the purpose of developing and operating approximately 31 units of affordable housing for very low-income and low-income residents at 502-508 Eucalyptus Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90301. The estimated total project cost is $11,885,000 of which the City will provide up to $939,758 in HOME Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Funds. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Inglewood, CDBG Division, One West Manchester Boulevard, Suite 750 Inglewood, CA 90301. All comments received by the end of business November 28, 2014 will be considered by the City prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

ORDINANCE: 15-03

Space for Lease

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING PAY RANGE ASSIGMENT 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 OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOW:

• 1,520 Sq. Ft. Commercial/ Retail Space

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.

• Ideal for Beauty Supply Shop, Mini Market, 99 Cents Store, Sports Goods or Clothing Store, etc. • Visit the Site at 2105 W. Century Blvd., L.A., then contact property manager at (213) 712-5000 or brokerysn@gmail.com.

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Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014320983 The following Person is doing business as: Back Stage Access Pass BSA Pass 8549 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1046 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Registered owners: Anthony Penn, 8704 S. 7th Ave, Inglewood, CA 90305 Dave Evans, 8704 S. 7th Ave., Inglewood, CA 90305 This business is conducted by individuals. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business (s) listed above on November 10, 2014. I (We) 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.) Anthony Penn and Dave Evans, Owners This statement was filed with the County Clerk on November 10, 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 November 13, 20, 27; December 4, 2014 ITO0422301055 Inglewood Today

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014320998 The following Person is doing business as: Safety First Safety Matters SFSM 8549 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1046 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Registered owner: Anthony D. Penn, 8704 S. 7th Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90305 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on November 10, 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.) Anthony Penn, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on November 10, 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 November 13, 20, 27; December 4, 2014 ITO0422301054 Inglewood Today

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LEGAL NOTICES Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014278091 The following Person is doing business as: LSG And Associates 8713 12th Avenue Inglewood, CA 90305 Registered owner: Sylvia Latson, 8713 12th Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90305 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on September 30, 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.) Sylvia Latson, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on September 30, 2014

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014298224 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014305547 The following Person is doing business as:

Taqueria Jocotepec 11043 S Prairie Ave. Inglewood, CA 90303

Doux Cookies 7225 Crescent Park West Apartment 335 Los Angeles, CA 90094

Registered owners: Guadalupe Velasquez, 4121 West 101ST Street, Inglewood, CA 90304 Dionicio Velasquez, 4121 West 101ST Street, Inglewood, CA 90304 This business is conducted by individuals. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on October 17, 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.) Guadalupe Velasquez and Dionicio Velasquez, Owners This statement was filed with the County Clerk on October 17, 2014

Registered owner: Lisa Love Angelique, 7225 Crescent Park West, Apt. 335, L A, CA 90094 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on October 24, 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.) Lisa Love Angelique, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on October 24, 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 November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014 ITO0422301053 Inglewood Today

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 October 23, 30, 2014; November 6, 13, 2014 ITO0422301051 Inglewood Today

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 October 30, 2014; November 6, 13, 20, 2014 ITO0422301052 Inglewood Today

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Healthcare Is Your Right! (Continued from page 6) Health Benefits” are coverage for areas such as prescription medication, maternity and newborn care, and chronic disease management. Arguably the most beneficial change within the 2,700 pages of the ACA is the ability for anyone, regardless of their pre-existing conditions, to purchase a health plan through Covered California. Furthermore, the ACA makes it illegal for health insurance companies to charge a person more or refuse them coverage because of a pre-existing health condition. Community clinics are finding that provision has already began saving lives. One example of this is a patient we encountered at our clinic who was diagnosed with cancer. At the time, this patient was uninsured and could not find a health insurance company to buy coverage due to the cancer diagnosis. With the ACA in place, an UMMA Community Clinic Covered CA enrollment coordinator was able to qualify her for MediCal and get her the treatment

she needed-- the ACA saved her life. What’s more is that California has made signing up for health insurance as simple as picking a plan and starting payments or qualifying for free health coverage under MediCal. The signup process is fast and easy. Residents of California can go to www.CoveredCA.com and hit the “Apply” tab at the top of the page. From there, following the simple directions will help residents figure out whether they are entitled to MediCal and if not, which plan will best suit their needs. In an attempt to streamline this process even further, the government has offered grants to community clinics to fully fund Covered CA enrollment coordinator positions who can offer free assistance to community members—the Covered CA website even has a “Find Local Help” tab which can direct community members to the closest enrollment site to them. The next enrollment period opens November 15 and closes February 15, 2015. What are you waiting for? Healthcare is your right!

D at e s i n N o v e m b e r November 13-14, 2014 Holiday Light Exchange The South Bay Environmental Services Center will host a Free Holiday Light Exchange Event. Trade one working string of old electricityguzzling holiday lights for one new energy efficient LED set. Quantities are limited and will be handed out on a first come, first served basis while supplies last. The exchange will be held from 9am-5pm, 20285 S. Western Ave., Suite 100, Torrance 90501. November 15, 2014 Healthcare Enrollment Fair Open enrollment is back! If you

are still without healthcare coverage, now is the time to ge enrolled. Covered California is kicking off healthcare enrollment with an information and health fair. A host of free health services will be offered, including: flu shots, vision, breast exams and mammograms, cholesterol and blood pressure screening, and more. Free assistance will be to enroll in MediCal, CalFresh and Medicare programs. Held from 10am-4pm, Rogers Park, 400 W. Beach Avenue, Inglewood 90302. Save time and bring the documents you need to qualify: proof of income and residency

Choir, a Los Angeles-based gospel ensemble that was recently featured at the 2014 Taste of Soul Festival, as well as a performance by students from the Debbie Allen Dance Academy. As the lights covering the massive tree in the Center Court are illuminated Santa Claus himself November 15, 2014 Baldwin Hills Rings in the will make an appearance. Holidays Takes place from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza p.m. Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza will ring in the holidays with a tree is located at 3650 W. Martin Luther lighting celebration open to the King, Jr. Boulevard, Los Angeles community. Hosted by KJLH radio 90008. personality Adai Lamar, the event will feature a special appearance by the KJLH Radio Free Performance (pay stubs or tax returns, birth certificate or certificate of naturalization, driver’s license or state ID, and social security card. For more information, call (310) 419-4130 or visit www.coveredca.com.

Join California Leaders in Supporting

ISADORE HALL FOR STATE SENATE ON DECEMBER 9TH!

“As a local and state lawmaker, Isadore Hall has demonstrated tremendous leadership, fighting to create jobs, spur economic development, and improve our schools. I am proud to endorse Isadore Hall for State Senate.” —Governor Jerry Brown “As California’s Attorney General, I know how important it is to have leaders in the legislature who prioritize combating crime and enhancing public safety. That’s why I’m pleased to give my strong support to Isadore Hall for State Senate. As a reserve Deputy Sheriff and State Assemblyman, Isadore has always put public safety first.” —California Attorney General Kamala Harris “I am proud to endorse Isadore Hall for State Senate. His record, from protecting entertainment jobs, to investing more in education and after-school programs, to creating more affordable housing, to increasing access to healthcare, speaks for itself. I’m confident he will make an extraordinary Senator.” —Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti “Isadore Hall exemplifies the kind of common-sense leadership that we need fighting for us in the State Senate. I know he’ll make Inglewood residents proud as our next State Senator.” —Inglewood Mayor James Butts

On December 9th, vote for

ISADORE HALL for State Senate www.IsadoreHall.com | 310.223.3193

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