Larchmont Chronicle
vol. 53, no. 4
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IN THIS ISSUE
Architects oppose city moratorium
Sidewalk $1.4 billion repair program on way Can't come soon enough, some say
One initiative moves to 2017 election
CAMPS / PROGRAMS. Pull-out section. 13-28
GARDEN TOUR, wine pairing on Irving. 4
DR. SEUSS, Paramount at Van Ness. 5
MONTH of Big Sundays.
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By Billy Taylor Members of the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) gathered downtown March 8 to discuss the potential negative impacts of two proposed ballot initiatives. James Auld, a partner at the architecture firm Altoon Partners—the evening’s host—opened the meeting and thanked more than 30 architects, city planners and neighborhood activists for coming out to discuss such an “important issue for the city.” Guest speaker Edward Casey, a land use attorney with Alston & Bird LLP, said he hoped the evening would help provide information on not just what both initiatives say, but where they stand. Two proposed measures For months, labor unions and business groups were unified in their opposition to the proposed anti-development ballot measure that its proponents named the “Neighborhood Integrity Initiative” that was first announced in November 2015. Critics say the measure, which is spearheaded by a group called the Coalition to Preserve L.A. and is sponsored by the AIDS Healthcare FounSee Architects, p 30
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DREAMING OF CATHAY, above, is by Peter Adams, president of the California Art Club.The work is among more than 200 fine art paintings on display April 3-24 at The Autry. The exhibit has ties to local artists and collectors. Story on page 8, Section 2
Bungalow open without permit. How come?
Meet the GWNC candidates at a meet-and-greet
We asked the City Attorney, Council
Meet-and-greet April 3, vote May 1
Why is it that after the owner of the Larchmont Bungalow pleaded “no contest” in February to criminal charges, including using and occupying a building without having been issued a Certificate of Occupancy (CofO) as required by Los Angeles Municipal Code, section 91.109.1, it is still open? Several of our readers have been pondering this question, and, puzzled ourselves, we made queries to the City Council and City Attorney’s offices. What California statute or Municipal Code provision gives the City Attorney or the Superior Court the authority to allow the restaurant to continue to serve pancakes and coffee without a CofO? See Bungalow, p 6
Meet the candidates seeking a spot on the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council (GWNC) board of directors at a meet-and-greet in Robert Burns Park on Sun., April 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. The 35 candidates are running for 21 positions, which represent 15 geographic areas and six special interest categories. Elected board members will serve a two-year term. The runner-up in each category will become the alternate director. Candidates are: Karen Gilman and Phivan Ha for at large; Owen Smith for Area 1; Adam Morgens, Aaron Mayer, Jeffry Carpenter and Cynthia Pearson for Area 2; Frances See Meet, p 6
By Billy Taylor In the second week of March, Larchmont Village resident Molly Schiot contacted the Chronicle after witnessing a distressing scene on Larchmont Blvd. “This morning I was sitting at Go Get Em Tiger and saw an elderly woman, probably in her 80’s, trip and fall on the large, raised crack on the sidewalk,” recalled Schiot. “She landed smack on her face; her wrist was bleeding and she broke her glasses.” Worse still, Schiot says this is the third fall on Larchmont Blvd. that she’s observed in less than three years. “It’s very disturbing to witness an elderly person hurt themselves. What do you do? Who do you have to talk to to fix the problem?” Schiot says she understands the city is under financial pressure, but to her the problem seems to be ongoing with no one taking responsibility. City Council acts Unbeknownst to Schiot, See Sidewalk repair, p 31
Dining & Entertainment in May issue Good food and happening spots around town will be featured in our spring dining guide in the May issue. Advertising deadline is Fri., April 15. For more information contact Pam Rudy, 323-462-2241, ext. 11.
Camps appeal to young people, parents A truly special annual edition
HISTORIC PALLADIUM auditorium in front of one of the two new residential towers, up to 30 stories tall, adjoining the AIDS Healthcare Foundation offices (in the tall, dark building at left). The Palladium Residences were approved by the Los Angeles City Council on March 22.
For students, summer has a wealth of opportunities for fun and learning and often both. The Larchmont Chronicle 2016 Guide to Summer Camps and Programs lists local overnight camps and many day camps that will appeal to young people and their parents. Types of camps include ones at, or oriented to, museums, gardens, dance, music, sports and more. There are PILGRIM SCHOOL CAMP PATRIOT. Hank Reberger community camps, school camps and speand Logan Jonte at Mother's Beach in Long Beach. cial interest camps. See pages 13-28.
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