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IN THIS ISSUE
Bidding farewell to some favorite mom and pops
Paramount plan was considered at City Hall Sign district denied
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SYCAMORE tree falls on Citrus. 1-11
PARTY in Brookside. 2-4
By Billy Taylor The Los Angeles Planning Commission held a public hearing in the John Ferraro Council Chambers at City Hall on July 14 to consider the Paramount Pictures Master Plan. Following all presentations and testimony, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny a proposed sign district and the use of super graphics and digital displays. The Commission also voted to preserve the RKO globe that sits on top of Stage 21 at the corner of Melrose and Gower, adding language to keep the globe in a “substantially similar” position as it is now. Staff recommendations City Planning Dept. staff assistant Adam Villani began the See Paramount, p 4
McMansion law revised 'Compomise' reached
DEBUTANTE tea in Hancock Park. 3-4 For Information on Advertising Rates, Please Call Pam Rudy 323-462-2241, x 11
By Suzan Filipek The City Planning Commission moved one big step forward last month to protect neighborhoods from more McMansions by approving amendments to the Baseline Mansionziation Ordinace. A major part of the plan — counting the number of See McMansion, p 13
AUGUST 2016
Boulevard welcomes newcomers to street By Suzan Filipek After working at Village Footwear for the past 19 years, Wendy pretty much knows everyone’s shoe size and foot issue. “I’m the 'shoe whisperer,'" said the store manager, who asked not to use her last name. Customers came from far and wide over the years to find the perfect shoe; one lady PARAMOUNT STUDIOS and Mansionization were on the Planning Commission agenda July 14 in City Hall chambers.
‘Taste of Larchmont’ to celebrate Rams return Hope-Net fundaiser to serve Blvd. cuisine Can’t decide where to eat on Larchmont? Hope-Net has the answer. Sample food from 13 food establishments on the boulevard at the 24th annual “Taste of Larchmont” on Mon., Aug. 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. The theme, “Kickoff on Larchmont,” salutes the return of the Los Angeles Rams to the city and members of the Los Angeles High School marching band will perform. “Taste” was originated in 1993 by the Larchmont Chronicle to celebrate its 30th anniversary. A fundraiser for Hope-Net’s food pantries, a full 90 percent of funds received will be used to purchase and distribute
food to those in need in our local area, said Douglas Ferraro, executive director. In 1988, a collaboration of Los Angeles area religious congregations founded HopeNet to address hunger and homeless needs. First opening in the Wilshire Center area of Los Angeles, the agency's service area now encompasses Koreatown, Hollywood, Los Feliz, and Silverlake. Tickets are $40 each. For more information, visit hopenetla.org.
Howard hits the beat for the LA Phil
Brookside resident joins orchestra
Mailing permit:
REMARKABLE WOMEN highlighted in a new book, include many area residents, such as Princess Pignatelli, right. See Women of Larchmont
By Billy Taylor A local resident has been tapped for the coveted position of principal percussionist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Matthew Howard will replace Raynor Carroll, who is retiring after 32 years with the orchestra. Born and raised in Brookside, Howard attended Hamilton High Music Academy. He went on to earn his undergraduate degree at USC Thornton School of Music, and his graduate degree in See Howard, p 18
SHOE WHISPERER and store manager Wendy.
brought her friend in from Korea to buy a pair just like hers. Others live in the neighborhood; some walked to the store. Rents were doubled by the Arba Group property management company, and online shopping further helped shutter the doors. Everything was on sale until closing day, expected at the end of July. People came in droves the last days. “People are crying, ‘where are they going to buy their shoes that are comfortable, supportive and look good?’” Wendy said, adding that the store’s been “like a family to me.” Hailing from San Francisco, Mr. Holmes Bakehouse is planned to move into Village Footwear’s place at 248 N. See Bidding farewell, p 9
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