October 8, 2015 by Inglewood Today News

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Including Inglewood Airport Area • Baldwin Hills • Crenshaw/LA • Ladera Heights VOL. 24, No. 41

October 8, 2015

New Pay Equity Law Considered Toughest in the Nation

ov. Jerry Brown took the pay equity fight to another level on Tuesday by signing one of the toughest laws in the nation. The new law not only shrinks the wage gap between men and women in the state but extends its reach across titles and geographic locations within the same company.

Area city of Richmond. California and the federal government already have laws banning employers from paying women less than men for the same jobs. Courts have interpreted current law to mean that male and female workers must hold exactly the same jobs to require equal pay, said state Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson

Sen. Hanna-Beth Jackson, author of the legislation Women in California cur- (D-Santa Barbara), author of rently average a median 84 the legislation. cents for every dollar that men But, now, the new Caliearn, according to a U.S Cen- fornia Fair Pay Act will give sus Bureau report this year. employees more grounds for “The inequities that have challenging perceived wage plagued our state and have discrimination based on genburdened women forever der. New language says emare slowly being resolved ployers cannot earn less than with this kind of bill,” those of the opposite sex for Brown said at a ceremony “substantially similar work,” at Rosie the Riveter Nation- even if their titles are different al Historical Park in the Bay or they work at different sites.

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lear skies, music, and the former Wal-Mart parking lot created the perfect ambiance to house an array of local vendors for the City’s annual Yard Sale event this past Saturday. There was literally something for everybody, TV’s, computers, tiny motorcycles, tons of clothes, art, antiques, collectibles, you name it, somebody had it, (Continued on page 10)

ho knew? For decades, it has been reported that the Hispanic population will be dominant within the U.S. by 2050. Now, according to a new study of census data, Asians are likely to surpass Latinos as the nation’s largest immigrant group. The population surge is predicted shortly after the middle of the century, within just a few years of Hispanics becoming the number one group in size. Researchers say the wave of new arrivals from Latin America has slowed, but trans-Pacific migration continues to expand.

California Governor Jerry Brown The Act also prohibits re- cates, said women, espetaliation against employees cially those of color and who ask about or discuss mothers, “continue to lose wages paid to co-workers, precious income to a perand it clarifies their ability vasive, gender-based wage to claim retaliation. Em- gap.” ployers sued by workers Brown’s signature on would have to show that Jackson’s bill “will make wage differences are due to California’s equal pay law factors other than gender, clearer, stronger and more such as merit or seniority; effective,” she said. that they are job-related and The new rules take effect reasonable. Jan. 1. The new law is the stronThe law is supported by gest in the country, accord- the California Chamber of ing to the National Partner- Commerce and most state ship for Women & Families, Republican lawmakers. Naa Washington-based non- tional women’s rights leadprofit advocacy group for ers said the legislation was workplace fairness. a model for other states and According to the study Jennifer Reisch, legal di- for Congress, where similar rector of the San Francisco efforts have been stalled by by the Pew Research Center, which has tracked the group Equal Rights Advo- Republican oposition. effects of immigration on the country’s population for the last several decades, immigrants are likely to make By Thomas Bunn up 88% of the country’s population growth over the next 50 years, The foreignborn, who made up just 5% of the nation’s population in 1965, make up 14% today, the study found. They are projected to be 18% of the population by 2065. Going by these numbers, Hispanics are expected to be the most populous group in the U.S. for just 15 years before being outnumbered Mayor Butts and Inglewood residents. By Thomas Bunn (Continued on page 8)

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C e l e b r at i n g H i s pa n i c H i s t o ry M o n t h

President Obama to Address Hispanic Caucus Conference

n honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, President Barack Obama will address the largest Latino gathering in the country at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s 38th Annual Awards Gala on Thursday, October 8, 2015. Held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. this will be the sixth year that President Obama has been the keynote speaker. The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) 2015 Public Policy Conference gathers the nation’s top minds. Each year CHCI presents its highest honors during Hispanic Heritage Month. CHCI is honored to award José Andrés, Anthony Muñoz and Sonia Gutierrez with the 2015 Medallion of Excellence Awards. “CHCI is honored to welcome President Obama to address our 38th Annual Awards Gala in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on October 8,” said Rep. Linda T. Sánchez. “His attendance reflects his ongoing commitment to the Latino community and to the future Latino and Latina leaders that CHCI works so hard to develop each year.” CHCI and its Alumni Association (CHCI-AA) will also recognize CHCI Alumnus Alejandra Ceja (1996-97 Public Policy Fellow) as the recipient of the 2015 Medallion of Excellence for Distinguished Alumnus, and Roselyn Sánchez with the 2015 CHCI Excellence in Service Award.

2015 Medallion of Excellence for a Distinguished Alumnus

President/Publisher/ Editor Willie Brown Vice President Gloria Kennedy Assistant Editor Veronica Mackey Contributing Writers Veronica Mackey Thomas Bunn Brooke Stanley Staff Photographer Thomas Bunn

Anthony Muñoz Anthony Muñoz is an eleven-time NFL Pro Bowl selection—considered by many as the greatest offensive lineman in NFL history—and has a record of excellence that is unrivaled in professional football. Following his retirement, Muñoz received the ultimate honor for an athlete when he was elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first attempt on the ballot in August of 1998. He is the only Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee in Cincinnati Bengals history and only the second Hispanic ever elected to the Hall.

2015 American Dream Medallion of Excellence in Education, Science, Medicine or Civil Rights

Alejandra Ceja Alejandra Ceja came to Washington in 1996 to accept CHCI’s prestigious Public Policy Fellowship where she worked on Capitol Hill with Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard and at the National Council of La Raza. She was appointed by the White House in 2013 to serve President Barack Obama and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan as the executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics. As a founding member, former president and active senior member of the CHCI-AA, Alejandra Ceja has played a pivotal role in expanding its network of more than 3,200 alumni across the country and shepherding a new direction for the Association.

2015 CHCI Excellence in Service Award

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José Andrés Named as one of Time’s “100” Most Influential People and awarded “Outstanding Chef” by the James Beard Foundation, José Andrés is an internationally-recognized culinary innovator, author, educator, television personality, humanitarian and chef/owner of ThinkFoodGroup. He is also a committed advocate of food security and hunger issues and is known for championing the role of chefs in the national debate on food policy.

2015 Medallion of Excellence in the Arts, Entertainment, Music or Sports

Sonia Gutierrez Sonia Gutierrez is the President Emeritus & Founder of the Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School and has spent over 43 years as a principal, counselor, advocate, and organizer for more than 70,000 adult immigrant students. She has dedicated her life to transforming the lives of immigrants by investing in and supporting their journeys to achieve the American dream. She has been a constant and passionate advocate for the rights to education and to family-sustaining wage jobs for immigrants. On June 5th of this year in front of the campus that bears her name, the Mayor, Muriel Bowser and the City Council of Washington, DC named the 500 Block of V Street. NE, as the Sonia Gutiérrez Campus Way. Ms. Gutierrez is the only Latino in the District of Columbia to have an honorary street with her name.

Roselyn Sánchez Roselyn Sanchez is the 2015 CHCI Excellence in Service Award recipient. She has been acting for more than 20 years and her break through role came in the blockbuster hit Rush Hour 2 in 2001. She received an ALMA Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her performance and has appeared in numerous movies and television shows. Roselyn can currently be seen starring on the hit TV series, “Devious Maids,” for Lifetime. She recently displayed courage and pride by speaking out against hate speech directed at the Latino community. The 38th Annual Awards Gala & Entertainment Finale will be livestreamed on Oct. 8 at 7pm EST. To watch, visit http://hhm.chci.org/ livestream/

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EYE ON T H E C ITY

Getting Things Done

ith a light agenda and noticeable absence of critics, Tuesday’s council meeting was fast-paced. Mayor James Butts and council members were able to move quickly, and stick to scheduled items. The council approved a contract to replace and integrate the entire audio visual (A/V) and recording system within Council Chambers. An agreement with Law Enforcement Services, LLC was approved to provide delinquent parking citation collection services. A contract was awarded for the Dominguez Channel Catch Basin Full Capture Device Project. The council adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 11 of the Inglewood Municipal Code to establish an expedited permitting process for small residential rooftop solar systems. An Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) was approved between the City, the City of Ingle-

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wood as Successor Agency to the former Inglewood Redevelopment Agency, and property developer, Thomas Safran & Associates. Councilman George Dotson thanked Sabrina Barnes, Director, Parks, Recreation & Community Services, and her staff for responding so quickly to remove offensive graffiti in his District 1. Last weekend was busy for Coun-

cilman Alex Padilla. He thanked the community for coming to his “Meet & Greet” at 7 Eleven on Centinela and Eucalyptus and the grand opening of the Unical 76 gas station. He also attended the citywide yard sale. “I want to thank Public Works for putting that together,” he said. “A lot of community folks came out to sell goods. This is the type of event that brings people together.”

Councilman Ralph Franklin commented: “The citywide yard sale this past weekend was outstanding. It was executed very well.” Franklin also attended the Second Anniversary of the Inglewood Teen Center. “The mayor, Councilman Dotson and I attended. Some of the students said the program has turned them around academically and improved their self-esteem,” he said. “Finally, at the recent District 4 Town Hall and at a number of block parties, mobile vans are reaching out to African Americans 40 and older for the eye study. “It’s a $2000 eye exam, but they give it to us for free.” The eye study will last for 2 years, and is available at the One Stop Center, 110 S. La Brea Ave., Suite 450. The phone number is (310) 419-5988. Mayor Butts and City Clerk Yvonne Horton attended the funeral for Anna Ingram, mother of late pastor Billy Ingram, on Monday. Butts commended Horton for her kind remarks.

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Celebrating Inglewood’s Creative Contributions with Lectures, Panels, Music, Fine Art and more!

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Saturday, October 10, 2015

Inglewood Public Library ▪ 101 West Manchester Blvd.

All activities take place in the Gladys Waddingham Lecture Hall unless otherwise noted.

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11 am: Coffee with the Inglewood Historic Preservation Alliance – Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the “History of Transportation” by Helen Lundeberg. Speaker: Artist Biographer Suzanne Muchnic Location: Grevillea Art Park, site of the History of Transportation, 100 W. Manchester Blvd. 11:30 am: Inglewood Public Art Education Project website launch. Presentation of an overview of the Public Art Education Initiative. Presenter: Helen Lessick, Public Art Consultant. 12 pm: A Change of Art: Public Art History from 1940 to the Present. Speaker: Jack Becker, founder and Executive Director of Forecast Public Art. 1 pm: Art Reception for BookIgloo ‐ A new art installation made from surplus hardcover books from the Library by f.e.r.studio (Partners: Christopher Mercier and Doug Pierson). 1:45 pm: Poetry by Eagle Nebula ‐ Nationally noted Inglewood recording poet artist J. Malaika Beckford performs. 2 pm: Contemporary Art in the Community ‐ A panel with artists and art activists Adwin D. Brown, f.e.r.studios and MonaLisa Whitaker. 2:45 pm: Self Evident (for Sally Hemings) ‐ Visual artist Tori Ellison talks about her current IGAP project and the City’s newest public art commission. 3:15 pm: Spiritual Music - Sacred Praise Chorale & Loyola Marymount University Gospel Choir performs spirituals from the time period of the 1800s, under the direction of Dr. Dee White‐Clayton. 3:30 pm: Free Jazz ‐ Enjoy the Jazz stylings of Sista Jean and CB with an introduction by Dexter Story Location: City Hall South Lawn, adjacent to the library.

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African-American Eye Disease Study By Anne Cheek La Rose

f you haven’t already done so, it’s time to step up and take part in the African-American Eye Disease Study in Inglewood. The study will run in Inglewood for another two years, until March 2017. Two thousand exams have been done already and another 4000 participants are needed to make the 6000 examinations goal. The USC Keck School of Medicine, USC Eye Institute, is conducting the study. It is a free study for Inglewood residents 40 years of age and over. There are gift cards for participation. This is a wonderful opportunity for free eye screening. Often these screenings identify unknown issues before they develop into major problems. This is a comprehensive eye exam and a complete report of the results will be given to each participant to take to your doctor. These exams are given by an ophthalmologist, a medical doctor, as opposed to an optometrist. This exam often reveals diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. Neither diabetic ret-

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eye diseases progress very quickly if not treated and lead to blindness. The result of that earlier study is that Medicare now covers 80 percent of the cost of an annual (every 12 months) glaucoma screening if you are at high-risk for glaucoma. Those at high risk have diabetes, a family history of glaucoma, are African-American, and over 50 years of age. Hispanics 65 year and over are also at risk. The National Eye Institute is funding this study for Inglewood residents only. Why Inglewood? Anne Cheek La Rose Because our population is stable inopathy nor glaucoma have other and is representative of other Afritests to diagnose them since they can-American communities across have no symptoms, and early stages America. The goal of the study is of these eye diseases are only de- to learn more about eye health and tected through an ophthalmologist developing eye conditions to help exam. bring future eye programs to comAn earlier study within the Latin munities to prevent blindness. The community in another Los Ange- most recent eye study was done aples County community discovered proximately 20 years ago. 75% of the participants had the The exam takes 1 ½ hours to 2 ½ early stages of glaucoma and 50% hours per individual. The medical of the diabetics in the study had issues covered are vision, diabetes, diabetic retinopathy. Age-related high blood pressure, cholesterol

levels, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. The comparable cost of this exam is $800, but through the study it is free. Using Census Tracts, study workers are going door-to-door. However, if you call either the clinic here in Inglewood or the study number, your call will be returned in 24 hours or so and an appointment will be set up for you. Studies such as this are tremendously important to the AfricanAmerican community and others. It is critical for every resident to contribute to the study to help further eye disease knowledge for all ethnicities. By helping your community you are helping your fellow man. Please help to make this AfricanAmerican Eye Disease Study a success. Tell your neighbors, family, and friends. Call the clinic to make an appointment at 310-419-5962 clinic or 323-865-6712, the study number.

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Crenshaw/LAX Community Meetings & Events Metro’s Business Interruption Fund Workshops Business owners in the Crenshaw/LAX Corridor are invited to attend the Crenshaw/LAX Business Open House to learn about Metro’s small business programs and network with Business Solution Center (BSC) and Business Interruption Fund (BIF) program staff. Two open houses are planned. The Crenshaw Area event is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2015, 6:00pm - 8:00pm,US Bank Community Room, 5760 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles 90043. The Inglewood event will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2015, 10:30am - 11:30am, Inglewood City Hall, Community Room A, One Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, California 90301. How to Do Business with Metro Don’t miss the “How to Do Business With Metro” Workshop on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. Metro staff will show you how to take ad-

vantage of the vast array of products, services and transportation-related opportunities projected over the next weeks, months and year. As an added bonus, Metro’s procurement staff also hosts informal interviews with firms before the workshop. Registration begins at 8:30am, followed by a continental breakfast, where you’ll meet one-on-one with contract administrators at 9:00 am. The program starts at 9:30am. Topics include: highway project update, procurement update, certification update, small business prime update, and Southwestern yard opportunities. Speakers are Jerry Jacobsen, Principal Diversity Economic Opportunity Department; Dr. Giovanna Brasfield; and Hensel Phelps, Outreach & Diversity Manager The workshop will be held at Metro Headquarters, 3rd Floor, Board Room One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012. For further questions, please contact Marisela Villar at VillarM@metro.net or via phone at 213-922-2235.

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Business Solution Center The Metro Crenshaw/LAX Project Business Solution Center (BSC) is open at the Los Angeles Urban League. Metro’s BSC provides business owners with expert business advice and technical support. All services are provided free of charge. Please feel free to stop by Metro’s BSC during open hours M- F 9:00am to 5:00pm. For more information on services please visit www.metrobsc.net/crenshaw.

Crenshaw Blvd. 40 Day Closure, 43rd St. to 48th St. In support of the Leimert Park underground tunnel and portal excavation and decking of the Crenshaw/ LAX Transit Project, a continuous closure is scheduled to be implemented from October 18th through November 23. The road is scheduled to close on Sunday night October 18th and reopen Monday morning November 23. Southbound traffic will be detoured at Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.; however, local access will be maintained on Crenshaw Blvd. from MLK Blvd. to 43rd St./Homeland Dr. Safe pedestrian routes will be maintained. All businesses will remain open during construction.

Financial Assistance for Small “Mom and Pop” Businesses Metro’s Business Interruption Fund (BIF) provides financial assistance to qualifying small “mom and pop” businesses directly impacted by transit rail construction; Crenshaw Blvd./Exposition Blvd. learn more by visiting Metro’s Area Closure for Jet Grouting BIF program administrator, Pacific 9/25-10/16 Coast Regional Small Business DeWalsh-Shea Corridor Construcvelopment Corporation http://bit. tors (WSCC) will be working on (Continued on page 10) ly/1GQBQOw. Asians to Surpass Latino Population (Continued from page 1) by Asians. Unlike the Latino population, which mostly shares a common language, Spanish, and many cultural traits, the census category of Asian takes in a vast array of ethnic and language groups, including Japanese, Chinese, Koreans, Filipinos, Indians and Pakistanis. Asian Americans currently make up about 6% of the nation’s population. By the middle of the century they will total a projected 14%. Asians are expected to constitute 36% of the immigrant population by 2055, surpassing Latinos, who by then will be 34% of immigrants, the study indicates. Since many Latinos are third- or fourth-generation Americans, they will remain a larger share of the total population, close to one-quarter of all Americans by midcentury. Pew revealed that Asian immigrants are generally viewed more favorably than Latinos by other Americans. Nearly half of American adults (47%) said immigrants from Asia have had a mostly positive effect on American society. Only 26% said the same about immigrants from Latin America, with 37% saying they thought the effects of Latin American immigration had been mostly negative. Immigrants from the Middle East fared worse in public opinion, with just 20% saying their effect on the country has been mostly positive, and 39% saying their impact has been mostly negative.

The survey found that 59% of Americans said immigrants, overall, were not learning English in a reasonable amount of time. The Pew study was designed to look at how immigration has changed the racial and ethnic makeup of the U.S. since Congress passed the 1965 Immigration and Naturalization Act. That law abolished a quota system based on national origin, which had barred most immigrants from outside of Western Europe and led to a sharp increase in immigration from Asia, Africa and Latin America. Questions were asked about immigration generally, regardless of whether immigrants are in the U.S. legally or illegally. Factors like age, race, education and political views have a significant bearing on how positively or negatively immigrants are viewed, and can provide a glimpse into future race relations. Today, 62% of Americans are non-Latino whites, the report found. That’s down from 85% in 1965. Among Democrats, 55% said immigrants were making American society better in the long run, while 24% said immigrants were making things worse. About 53% of Republicans said immigrants were making American society worse in the long run, and 31% said they were making things better. Younger Americans were more likely to see immigration as a positive thing, due to greater ethnic diversity among their peers. Pew found 54% of Americans younger (Continued on page 11)

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Edison Announces $1.2 Million Edison Scholars Program Application Period Runs Through Feb. 1

Publisher’s Message (Continued from page 5) a mammogram is not as prohibitive as it once was. Not only that, but new treatment options are making it possible now for women to have less invasive options and recover fully. Early detection and the right course of treatment is helping women lead normal lives after breast cancer. If you are afraid to get screened for breast cancer, ask a friend or relative to go with you. Get the emotional support you need and make that all important appointment. You may want to also read success stories of women who have survived and are now leading positive, productive lives. The main thing to remember is that you are not alone. Another way to fight back the fear is to support others. Fundraising awareness events such as 5K and 10K walks is a great way to help provide for women in need of medical and financial help while battling breast cancer. And don’t forget to encourage the women in your life who are 40 and older to get their mammagrams. Again, I want to encourage all women to take charge of their health. Don’t let more than a year go by without a mammogram if you are 40 and over, and do self-exams every month regardless of your age. Take action, spread the word, and save a life. Place your DBAs, Probates, Trustee Notices, Legal Notices, Summons and more in Inglewood Today Print & Online Call: 310.670.9600

resented students pursue studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics,” said Tammy Tumbling, SCE’s director of Philanthropy and Community Investment. “Twenty-first century careers and professional opportunities will be enhanced by young people with STEM expertise, so we strongly encourage high school seniors from SCE’s service area who qualify to apply for the Edison Scholarship.” Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or above and either live in or attend public or private high schools in SCE’s service area. High school seniors must demonstrate financial need and plan to be a full-time undergraduate stu-

dent majoring in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, industrial engineering, computer sciences/info system, environmental engineering or environmental sciences at a fouryear college or university. Students from underserved communities and ethnic minorities are especially encouraged to apply. To apply and get additional eligibility information, students are encouraged to go to: scholarsapply. org/edisonscholars. Scholarship recipients will be announced next April. Recipients may also be eligible for summer internships at SCE after completing their second year of college.

Edison International’s support of charitable causes such as the Edison Scholars Program is funded entirely by Edison International shareholders. SCE customers’ utility bill payments do not fund company donations. In addition, dependents of Edison International employees are not eligible for the Edison Scholars Program. Edison International (NYSE: EIX), through its subsidiaries, is a generator and distributor of electric power and an investor in infrastructure and energy assets, including renewable energy. Headquartered in Rosemead, Calif., Edison International is the parent company of Southern California Edison.

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crenshaw blvd closures 43rd St/Homeland Dr – 48th St Plan ahead to avoid delays October 18 – November 23

As a result of continued construction on the Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project, a portion of Crenshaw Blvd, from 43rd St/Homeland Dr to 48th St, will be closed from October 18th through November 23rd.

Crenshaw Blvd Full Closure 43rd St/Homeland Dr to 48th St Sunday, October 18, 9pm through Monday, November 23, 6am

Metro bus lines in this area will be rerouted during the closures. For details, check metro.net/advisories or call 323.GO.METRO. Note: Crenshaw Blvd southbound tra;c will be detoured at Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. However, local access between MLK Jr Blvd and 43rd St/Homeland Dr will be allowed via Stocker St.

Please plan ahead if you are traveling in the area, speci>cally if going to West Angeles Church of God in Christ, Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza or other local establishments. Detour routes have been approved by the City of Los Angeles and can be found at metro.net/crenshaw. 213.922.2736 crenshawcorridor@metro.net metro.net/crenshaw twitter@crenshawrail facebook.com/crenshawrail

dison International’s $1.2 million Edison Scholars Program, which helps high school seniors realize their dreams of attending college and pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM), recently announced the start of its 2015-16 application period running through Feb. 1, 2016. Thirty high school students in Southern California Edison’s (SCE) service territory are each awarded a $40,000 scholarship paid over four years. Since 2006, Edison International, SCE’s parent company, has awarded nearly $4 million in scholarships to more than 490 Edison Scholars. “Our Edison Scholars Program helps low-income and underrep-

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LEGAL NOTICES Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 235686 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 231727 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 245807 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 245804 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 245810 The following Person is doing business as:

A A G Trucking 711 W. Beach Ave., Apt #2 Inglewood, CA 90302

The Free Your Mind Chatline 642 E. Hyde Park Blvd. Inglewood, CA 90302

Gym Etiquette 4 U 7137 Alvern Street Los Angeles, CA 90045

Helping Hands Residential 12137 Aegean Street Norwalk, CA 90650

Octavia Askew Consulting 7137 Alvern Street, Apt 328 Los Angeles, CA 90045

Registered Owner: Alfredo Alvarez Garcia, 711 W. Beach Ave., Apt #2, Inglewood, CA 90302

Registered Owner: James Brock 642 E. Hyde Park Blvd., Apt. #4, Inglewood, CA 90302

This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on September 11, 2015.

This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on September 8, 2015.

Registered Owners: Octavia Askew, 7137 Alvern St., Apt 328, Los Angeles, CA 90045 Zipporah Chase, 16664 Bellflower Blvd., Bellflower, CA 90706

Registered Owners: Octavia Askew, 7137 Alvern St., Apt 328, Los Angeles, CA 90045 Nakeisha Robinson, 12137 Aegean St., Norwalk, CA 90650

This business is conducted by two individuals. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on September 23, 2015.

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.) Alfredo Alvarez Garcia, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on September 11, 2015

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.) James Brock, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on September 8, 2015

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.

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.) Octavia Askew and Zipporah Chase, Owners This statement was filed with the County Clerk on September 23, 2015

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.) Octavia Askew and Nakeisha Robinson, Owners, This statement was filed with the County Clerk on September 23, 2015

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 Sept 17, 24, 2015; Oct 1, 8, 2015 IT00422301076 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 1, 8,15, 22, 2015 IT00422301077 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 1, 8, 15, 22, 2015 IT00422301079 Inglewood Today

Cranshaw/LAX Community Meetings & Events (Continued from page 8) jet grouting near the Expo/ Crenshaw Station on the Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project This will require a full street closure for northbound and southbound traffic on Crenshaw Blvd. between Coliseum St. and Exposition Blvd., and eastbound and westbound traffic on Rodeo Rd. between Buckingham Rd. and Degnan Blvd. for 21 continuous days. The closure will be in effect from September 25, 2015 at 9pm to 6am Friday, October 16, 2015 (weather permitting).

Of-Way on September 28, 2015. Construction will continue for approximately six months, Monday through Friday between 9pm and 6am. The work site is located on the west side of Aviation Blvd. between 104th St. and 111th St. This work will require the closure of the lanes closest to the Metro RightOf-Way on Aviation Blvd. during off peak hours.

Jobs Join Metro’s team of dedicated transportation professionals and help provide the people of Los Angeles County with one of the most effective and efficiently operated mass transit systems Underground Guideway in the entire country. Structure Excavation Metro offers a variety of Walsh-Shea Corridor Con- employment opportunities structors (WSCC) began that present exciting chalworking on the excavation of lenges and growth opportuthe underground guideway nities in an outstanding work structure on the Metro Right- environment. Metro also ofInglewood Declutters (Continued from page 1) and at a good price as well. I drifted through the different vendorr spaces occupied by family and friends, all of whom had to be residents of the city to participate, and enjoyed the hospitality as they urged me to read Robert Green’s 48 Laws of Power and Michael Jackson’s Moon Walk autobiography. Last year

I was blessed to find something twice as special in a painting of the goddess Isis leading Queen Nefertari, a painting that was discovered in the Tomb of Queen Nefertari in Egypt’s Valley of the Queens, also known as QV66 by Ernesto Schiaparelli in 1904. This year, I didn’t see the sister who sold the African art, so I bought the two books and a couple others for my

fers its employees competitive salaries and an attractive benefit package. Computers are available to complete online employment applications at METRO Headquarters Employment Office, One Gateway Plaza Level, Los Angeles, CA 90012-2932 For more information on current job opportunities, please contact the job hotline at (213) 922-6217 or visit www.metro.net/about/jobs.

Construction Careers Information Center (CCIC) orientation to learn about the trades, professional service careers in the construction industry and upcoming construction projects on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:00am located at 5401 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90043. CCIC offers individuals seeking careers in the construction industry a full range of self-service information, free construction career counseling, job search, placeCareer Training ment services, skill developOpportunities ment activities and other caGet On Board! Start Your reer-related services. For more Career in Construction information, please contact You are invited to attend a (323) 596-2700. Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project: Stay Connected! Get the latest information on construction activities in your neighborhood by staying connected. Hotline: (213) 922-2736 Email: crenshawcorridor@metro.net Website: www.metro.net/crenshaw Twitter: www.twitter.com/crenshawrail Facebook www.facebook.com/crenshawrail

daughters. As the day progressed, music blared and folks danced, as they frequented between the side where all the treasures were, the ice cream truck, and the barbecue grill where the chef whipped up fresh hot links and refreshments. The yard sale is such a great opportunity not only to rid your closet of the things you

haven’t worn in more years than you have fingers. It’s an opportunity to connect with folks, learn about the history of the items we bring into our lives, and of course, pick up a couple extra dollars for gas. The dispelling of junk has been proven to be a major stress reliever, which allows for the influx of fresh ideas, and revitalizes a person’s energy. Don’t wait until next

Registered Owner: Octavia Askew, 7137 Alvern St., Apt 328, Los Angeles, CA 90045 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on September 23, 2015. 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.) Octavia Askew, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on September 23, 2015 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 October 1, 8,15, 22, 2015 IT00422301078 Inglewood Today Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 225433 The following Person is doing business as: Simplicity Adult Senior Concierge, LLC 5027 Pacific Coast Hwy, #181 Torrance, CA 90277 Registered Owner: Tara Slaughter, 5027 Pacific Coast Highway, #181, Torrance, CA 90277 This business is conducted by two individuals. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on August 31, 2015. 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.) Tara Slaulghter, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on August 31, 2015 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 October 1, 8,15, 22, 2015 IT00422301079 Inglewood Today

year to get that stress off your back, hold a yard sale this weekend, and let me know how you feel. Send your email to Thomas@inglewoodtoday. com or tweet me how it turned out @tommybunnz1.

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New Law Ensures Standardized Data Collection from Emergency Medical Services Providers

overnor Jerry Brown today signed into law a bill designed to ensure California has an accurate picture of its emergency medical services (EMS) and expand access to those services. AB 1129, by Assemblywoman Autumn R. Burke (D-Inglewood), requires EMS providers to collect and submit data electronically to their local governing agency in a format that is consistent with state and national standards. “Collecting performance data is a hugely important tool for governments in the 21st century,” Burke said. “With this bill, we’ll have accurate, secure, and consistent data to track trends and improve care across the state.” AB 1129 also prohibits the local governing agency from mandating a specific software package. EMS providers may serve multiple jurisdictions with different requirements Asians to Surpass Latino Population (Continued from page 8) than 30 saw immigration as making the country better, while 27% said it was making the country worse. Those 65 and older split, 39% to 39%. The report also found that immigrants are more educated now. In 2013, almost half of all new arrivals from Mexico age 25 or older had completed high school. More than 1 in 8 had a bachelor’s degree. Among Asian immigrants, 57% of those age 25 or older who arrived in 2013 had a bachelor’s degree. Place your DBAs, Probates, Trustee Notices, Legal Notices, Summons and more in Inglewood Today Print & Online Call: 310.670.9600

for health record systems, increasing that provider’s costs with no additional safety or data-collection benefit. This allows EMS providers to use whichever electronic health record system best suits their needs, as long as it is compliant with state and national standards and can be shared with the local governing agency. “EMS providers need the freedom to operate in the way that is best for them,” Burke continued. “This bill prevents them from being saddled with duplicative costs, while maintaining our high standards for data collection.” AB 1129 passed with broad, bipartisan support. It takes effect for new EMS contracts beginning on January 1, 2016. Assemblywoman Autumn R. Burke represents the 62nd Assembly District, which consists of the cities of Inglewood, Hawthorne,

Lawndale, El Segundo, and Gardena as well as the Los Angeles neighborhoods of Westchester, Playa del Rey, Playa Vista, Venice, and parts of Del Rey. Additionally, the 62nd

Assembly District includes the unincorporated Los Angeles County communities of Del Aire, West Athens, Lennox, Westmont, and Marina del Rey.

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. 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.

D at e s i n Oc t o b e r October 9, 2015 D-Knowledge Fundraiser Derrick I.M. Gilbert (a.k.a DKnowledge) is in life threatening need of a liver transplant, and needs help with hospice care and medical expenses that are not covered through his medical insurance. We are very appreciative and grateful for any donation that is contributed to his fund. The fundraiser will be held from 7 to 11pm at The Vision Theatre, 3341 W. 43rd St., Los Angeles, California 90008. October 15, 2015 Century Blvd. Celebration The long awaited re-construction of Century Blvd is at hand.

Join Inglewood Mayor James Butts and City Councilmembers at 10am at 3700 W. Century Blvd. to celebrate the commencement of construction operations. Refreshments will be served. October 20, 2015 New State Trustee for IUSD Reception A reception for Vincent Matthews, the new State Trustee of the Inglewood Unified School District, will be held at La Tijera School, 1415 N. La Tijera, on Tuesday, from 4pm to 6pm. Come welcome the new Trustee!

Ongoing Talk to a Lawyer Online In cooperation with the City of Inglewood, the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) now offers a teleconferencing center at the Inglewood Main Library, where you can speak to a lawyer live, and send them documents. They offer legal advice and guidance on a variety of civil matters, including evictions, divorces, and child custody. They can provide referrals to private attorneys, other legal services, or other resources as needed. Hours for teleconferencing are every Wednesday from 11am to 2pm. Ask the Audio/Visual Desk assistant for help or call ahead for an appointment at (310) 412-5380.

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