Rodeo Realty News LOCAL EXPERTISE, GLOBAL PRESENCE San Fernando Valley
May 2017
INSIDE THIS ISSUE AEROJET MOVING 100 JOBS TO CHATSWORTH MIXED-USE PROJECT PLANNED FOR NORTHRIDGE SUPPORTIVE HOUSING BUILT IN NOHO NETFLIX MOVING MORE PRODUCTION TO SFV
Community News Construction underway at NoHo West complex
Aerojet moving 100 jobs to Chatsworth
Developers recently broke ground on the new retail and residential project NoHo West, which will be located at 6150 Laurel Canyon Blvd., adjacent to the 170 freeway. Announced in April 2015, the development will convert an existing Macy’s store into commercial office space and add over 190,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space situated around a newly constructed street through the property. The residential areas are expected to include 742 units in low-rise buildings and parking garages for 1,312 vehicles. The developers plan to utilize open, public spaces to a unique livework environment that will be an attractive retail destination for the community. Construction is expected to be completed by mid 2019.
As part of their ongoing efforts to streamline operations, Aerojet recently announced that they will be transferring 100 of the company’s jobs to their Chatsworth location. Aerojet indicates they will be moving their Sacramento-based defense support programs to a new facility in Huntsville, Alabama, with many of the other Sacramento programs and positions to move to their location on DeSoto Ave. The move is expected to be completed by 2021, and save the company $230 million annually. The Chatsworth
facility is responsible for producing rocket engines, missile systems, and satellite thrusters, and employs over 1,000 workers.
Community News Supportive housing complex being built in North Hollywood
Construction is underway for a new supportive housing complex at the corner of Lankershim Blvd. and Arminta St. Named the Campus at LA Family Housing, the project will provide bridge housing and support services for homeless people. The complex will also provide permanent affordable housing and amenities such as community rooms and state-of-the-art clinics. The project is expected to be completed by late 2018.
Netflix moving more production to the Valley
Netflix, the growing streaming entertainment giant, recently announced that they will be moving $6 billion of production to studios and locations in the Los Angeles area. Originally reported by TheWrap,
the move is a reflection of efforts by the state and local governments to lure back entertainment business with tax incentives and streamlined permits. Netflix officials indicate that the company prefers to keep production in Southern California in order to minimize stress on local talent that would otherwise be forced to live elsewhere for months on end. The current slate of Netflix productions includes episodic shows such as “Disjointed” staring Kathy Bates, and “The Ranch” staring Ashton Kutcher, that are already shot at the Warner Bros. studio in Burbank.
New mixed-use project planned for Northridge
The intersection of Nordhoff St. and Darby Ave. will soon be home to a new residential and commercial complex. The building will be five stories tall and feature 146 apartments of various sizes, as well as amenities such as a fitness center, an event room, and a courtyard. On the ground floor, 2,000 square feet of retail space will likely house a coffee shop or retail store that could cater to the staff and students of nearby Cal State Northridge. The project also includes plans for subterranean parking for 222 vehicles. An existing single family residence and small commercial building will be razed to make way for the new construction.
Restaurant
Spotlight
The Nook
TJ’s Sweetie Pie’s
Oi Asian Fusion
17316 Ventura Boulevard Encino
5230 Lankershim Boulevard North Hollywood
7242 Canoga Avenue, Canoga Park
The Nook restaurant provides clean and simple meals. The warm staff, convenient location and sweet brunch options make this venue one for the books. This adorable eatery offers outdoor seating and reasonable pricing. The menu provides fun breakfast and lunch entrées like red fury pancakes, chocolate crunchy French toast and scrambled eggs with chickenapple sausage. The Nook supplies a variety of options and is a pleasant environment for a perfect Saturday morning treat. The establishment’s hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., and Saturday – Sunday from 7 a.m. 4 p.m. Pop in for a delightful dining experience!
Sweetie Pie’s is the popular St. Louis soul food restaurant that has become a local institution with the help of Oprah Winfrey. The media mogul spotlighted the restaurant on a national level when a reality show was centered on Robbie Montgomery, owner and former Ike Turner backup dancer. When it came time to expand the brand they set their sights on North Hollywood for the next location. Diners have come to enjoy the comfort classics like sweet tea, macaroni ‘n’ cheese, and of course fried chicken. Sweetie Pie’s is open Sunday – Thursday from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., and Friday – Saturday from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
If you love Filipino food, you’ll enjoy this fast-casual restaurant. The bulk of its menu is made up of rice bowls. Two examples that distinguish Oi from just any rice bowl eatery is the adobo bowl piled with braised pork belly and the chicken longanisa bowl. Los Angeles Magazine refers to this place as the Valley’s best-kept Asian soul food secret. Aside from the rice bowls, their umami gravy, Japanese fried chicken, and dynamite sauce are all a must-try. Oi Asian Fusion is open 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. everyday.
SIGHTS & SOUNDS in LOS ANGELES
MOCA Grand Avenue
Norton Simon Museum
900 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007
152 N Central Ave Los Angeles, CA 90012
411 W Colorado Blvd Pasadena, CA 91105
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
Butterfly Pavilion March 19 - September 4, 2017
Kerry James Marshall: Mastry March 12 – July 3
Maven of Modernism: Galka Scheyer in California April 7 - September 25, 2017
The Butterfly Pavilion is a seasonal exhibit that showcases hundreds of butterflies and the natural environs where they thrive. Among the butterflies at the museum are subtropical species such as the malachite and the grey cracker, as well as native butterflies such as monarchs, mourning cloaks, and buckeyes. Timed tickets are required for admission to the Butterfly Pavilion, and are available for advance purchase on the NHM website.
Mastry represents a retrospective of the 35 year career of noted figurative painter Kerry James Marshall. Marshall, who was born in Alabama and grew up in South Central LA, is one of the few African American painters to find mainstream success and this exhibition of 80 paintings demonstrates both the progression of his career and the history of the community that he depicts.
Natural History Museum
Galka Scheyer was an influential art dealer of the first half of the 20th century, responsible for introducing many to the art of Lyonel Feininger, Alexei Jawlensky, Paul Klee and Vasily Kandinsky. This exhibit represents a selection of Scheyer’s personal collection that also includes pieces by László Moholy-Nagy, Pablo Picasso and Diego Rivera.
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