Signal Tribune December 16, 2016

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December 16, 2016

Fight or (international) flights?

LB Mayor Garcia, Councilmember Supernaw criticize plans to make airport international.

CJ Dablo Staff Writer

The controversy over the proposal to effectively allow the Long Beach Airport to offer international flights couldn’t be muted over the holidays.

At one point at the Dec. 13 City Council meeting, protestors, including many who said they lived under the flight path of the planes serving the municipal airport, filled just about every seat in the Long Beach City Council Chamber.

There were still a dozen or so who were still in line to have their bags searched before they entered City Hall. A security officer warned them that the chamber was filled to capacity and that there were even people sitting in the aisles. Those who couldn’t get a seat inside the chamber decided to watch from the over-

flow seating in the building’s lobby.

Among them, Long Beach resident Lynette Hagen hung toward the back of the room. The 60-year-old 4th District resident said that from her vantage point on a house on a corner, she regularly sees airport travelers park their cars on her street for a few days, opting to take a car service to the airport to avoid parking fees.

Hagen said she worries about the increased noise, traffic and pollution that could come as a result if the city council approves the proposal to transform the Long Beach Airport from a domestic airport into an international one.

“Well, we hear every plane that goes by,” Hagen said, adding that she believes she lives about half a mile from the airport. “And so we hear all of the noise. It’s fine. When I bought the house, I knew the airport was there, but I was thinking it was going to be a small airport, not an international airport.” see STUDY page 13

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At the Dec. 13 Long Beach City Council meeting, residents carry signs protesting any plans to build a federal-inspection service (FIS) facility at the Long Beach Airport.

Mind the gap Signal Hill hosts groundbreaking ceremony for water-treatment facility.

Sebastian Echeverry Staff Writer

Representatives from CalTrans, Long Beach and Signal Hill attended a groundbreaking ceremony for construction of a stormwater capture facility on Monday, Dec. 12. The project is formally known as the Los Cerritos Channel Sub-Basin 4 Storm Water Capture project and is located southeast of the Long Beach Airport.

Signal Hill City officials invited the Long Beach City Manager’s office, the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board Chair and officials from the County of Los Angeles Flood Control. Members of the construction crew, engineers and airport representatives were present Bundts_JB_Layout 1 12/1/14 1:42 PM during the ceremony.

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Signal Hill City Manager Charlie Honeycutt, Mayor Lori Woods, Councilmember Larry Forester and Public Works Director Steve Myrter speak during a groundbreaking ceremony on Dec. 12, for the Los Cerritos Channel Sub-Basin 4 Storm Water Capture project.

The project, spearheaded by Mike Bubalo Construction Company, is primarily being built to capture zinc and copper fragments in an effort to prevent the metals from spilling into the Los Cerritos channel. The conPage 1 struction of the facility is broken off

into three phases. The first phase is being funded by an $11-million CalTrans grant. As construction continues and more funds are collected, additional phases will be added on, according to Signal Hill Public Works Director Steve Myrter.

Most of the project will take place deep inside a 20-foot crevasse underground and out of sight of the public. The facility is designed to collect 120 acre-feet of storm and rain water.

The total cost to finish the project is $50 million.

To start off the ceremony, Signal Hill Mayor Lori Woods delivered a speech to those in attendance congratulating the efforts that everyone involved has put into the project.

Woods said most people will be asking themselves what the airport is doing with so much construction material by the landing strips.

"People might expect a huge tower or some sort of building to be built," she said. "But only those who inquire or are part of all this will know the massive thing that is under here."

During the event, Signal Hill Public Works Director Steve Myrter said there are six similar projects in the region all aimed at preventing harmful materials from entering waterways.

He also said that, by the summer of next year, the construction will start to move closer to the channel itself. That specific section of the project will install a pre-treatment

best-management practices system for urban run-off.

While heavy construction equipment and materials traverse the build site, the airport is carrying on with its normal flight operations.

Stephanie Gunawan, LGB airport civil engineer, was present during the ceremony.

After the event, she told the Signal Tribune that the main priority is security for both the contractor's crew and incoming and outgoing flights.

"One of the challenges [of the project] is to be clear of the safety areas of the airport," Gunawan said. "For the contractor to work inside the airport, it calls for an escort and clearance for everyone. That includes badges and security."

However, a large portion of the construction has been temporarily fenced off and is considered a land site, which means escorts are not required to enter that location.

Gunawan said there is a vertical clearance the contractor has to abide by.

"There's a lot of procedures that has to take place before they have to bring the equipment in," she exsee GROUNDBREAKING page 19

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December 16, 2016

Believing in Magic Cookie, wife of NBA legend, details experience with husband’s HIV diagnosis.

Denny Cristales Editorial Assistant

When NBA hall of famer Earvin "Magic" Johnson made his announcement to the world 25 years ago that he was HIV-positive, it instantly became one of the major stories of the early 1990s.

The former Los Angeles Lakers point guard retired immediately, and he became a spokesperson for the disease, a virus that had widespread stigma attached to it and was relatively new to the population, often labeled as a "gay" or "drug-abuse" type of infection.

Some even viewed Johnson's diagnosis as a death sentence.

He would go on and continue to play NBA basketball a few months later in the league's All-Star Game and in the summer for Team U.S.A.'s basketball squad, dubbed the "Dream Team."

Both discrimination and praise followed Johnson in the wake of his announcement– many players, such as Utah Jazz power forward Karl Malone, refused to play with him because of fear of infection, and others, such as U.S. President George H.W. Bush, called him a hero.

But, arguably, no one suffered more than Johnson's wife, Cookie.

On Dec. 10, the Long Beach Ministers Alliance presented a book-signing event at Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library with Cookie, author of her recent memoir, Believing in Magic: My Story of Love, Overcoming Adversity, and Keeping the Faith, which details her personal battle in the aftermath of Johnson's diagnosis.

The couple celebrated 25 years of marriage in September– and 25 years since Johnson's announcement.

"I think back to 1991 [...] and how I thought my whole world crashed

at that moment," she said during the event. "When I think back to that moment and the way the world was with that stigma around HIV and AIDS and how people thought that you couldn't touch people or couldn't hug people or kiss people or even be in the same room– it was such a trying time. And look at where we are today. We are living in God's miracle, and that needs to be told."

Gregory Sanders, senior pastor at Rock Christian Fellowship Church, and Steven Neal, pastor at LIFE Gospel Ministries and former Long Beach 9th district councilmember, encouraged the crowd to purchase a copy of Cookie's book. Church members "sponsored" people in the crowd for those who couldn't afford it.

"The purpose today is to make empowerment portable," Sanders said. "And that we're not just consumers but producers of hope for our future generation. The best way to do that is to share this message– not just be a taker, but share it."

Cookie first learned of the HIV diagnosis in a phone call from Johnson, who admitted to being unfaithful to her. Cookie, who was pregnant at the time, was filled with uncertainty with the disease.

She said she didn't know how long he would live, and she wasn't sure if she was infected, as well. It was later revealed that she was negative.

They both prayed together in person for strength. Cookie said Johnson told her he would understand if she chose to leave him, and that's when she slapped him.

"I was faced with two choices– I could leave and let him die, or I can stay and help him live," she said. "We started educating ourselves about the disease and what we could to do to help him live a better life. And it was about making sure [...] we were healthy too."

She said negative thoughts would occasionally fill her head–

Denny Cristales | Signal Tribune

The Long Beach Ministers Alliance presented a book-signing event at Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library on Dec. 10 with Cookie Johnson, author and wife of NBA hall of famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson, to discuss her recent memoir Believing in Magic: My Story of Love, Overcoming Adversity, and Keeping the Faith. From left, Gregory Sanders, senior pastor at Rock Christian Fellowship Church, and Cookie.

thoughts from the devil that would say, "He's going to die. He's going to die." But Cookie said she took that fear and turned it into faith.

“That faith carried us through to now," she said, "and I felt like it was [Johnson's] purpose to be the face of the disease and help as many people as possible.”

In her book, Cookie also goes into detail about her denim company CJ, her adopted daughter Elisa and other life choices she has made.

Rhonda Love, executive assistant and scheduler with Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia's office, on behalf of the mayor, presented Cookie with a certificate of distinguished achievement within the community for discussing her story in Long Beach after the event.

Cookie expressed gratitude, and she complimented the city and the Michelle Obama Neighborhood

Library, calling it beautiful and added how she hopes that Obama will one day make a visit to the facility.

Cookie also gave a copy of the book to Vice Mayor Rex Richardsee JOHNSON page 19

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Street Sweeping: This year’s holidays do not affect street sweeping. The regular schedule will be kept.

Trash Collection: There will be no trash collection on Monday, Dec. 26 or Monday, Jan. 2. Trash collection will be delayed one day both weeks. That is, if the regular collection day is Wednesday, trash will be collected on Thursday.

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December 16, 2016

Back to the drawing board

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Signal Hill council does not agree with current condominium design.

Sebastian Echeverry Staff Writer

Courtyard During the Dec. 13 Signal Hill City Council meeting, officials took part in a study session concerning a Courtyard Residential Condominiums project.

Scott Charney, director of community development, led the session, in which the council discussed the recent revisions that the applicant– High Rhodes Property Group– has made to the plans for the 10-unit condominium project proposed on Temple Avenue.

Councilmembers Larry Forester and Michael Noll exited the meeting room during the study session due to their close residence to the proposed building site.

High Rhodes Property Group began working on the project in the spring of 2014.

The original plans reported two-story dwellings with rooftop decks. City officials advised the applicant that rooftop decks were considered a third-story building and not permitted in that spe-

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Connie Sziebel, field deputy to former Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe, receives flowers from council members as they thank her for her service with the City during the Dec. 13 Signal Hill City council meeting.

cific city zone.

In response, the applicant elected to propose a specific plan to allow the inclusion of three-story units. The main concern that residents already living in the surrounding complexes had with the project was the height of the condos' rooftops.

The City's Planning Commission conducted two workshops at which

neighbors requested that the developer rework the plans to eliminate rooftop decks, reduce building heights and revise setbacks. They also expressed concerns about view and shade impacts.

After several workshops leading up to Tuesday's council meeting, surrounding neighbors are asking High Rhodes Property Group to continue to look into building height and view

obscurity.

The council stated that based on the most recent update following the meeting's study session on the reworked specific plan, they would not approve it as the best and final design. No vote was taken on the matter.

Auto repair The council approved Ray Neveau's, owner of Class Auto Center Inc. for

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Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach, request to operate an automotive-collision and repair center as an auto center accessory use in a 12,000-square-foot tenant space in a general industrial zone of the City. The center moved to an industrial building located at 2750 Rose Ave. Class Auto Center provides specialized body shop services for multiple dealerships in Signal Hill. It is the “sole service provider” to Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach, which is located in Signal Hill.

A negative declaration was filed in order to understand what environmental impacts the relocation of the automotive repair center may have on the surrounding area. It states that there is little to no negative impact as the location moves from one industrial building to another.

Councilmember Edward Wilson asked the representative in the audience from Class Auto Center Inc. why they wish to relocate. The representative said that operations are expanding and more space is required.

Guidelines Acting as the successor agency to the City’s former redevelopment agency, councilmembers discussed a resolution adopting a manual of procedural guidelines for the conduct of city council and constituent body/commission meetings. The manual establishes procedures for the conduct of all meetings and includes a process to censure a member of the city council, commission or board.

During the public-comment portion of the Nov. 8 city council meeting, members of the audience expressed their discontent with the manual. They stated that the manual suppressed pubsee COUNCIL page 17

Prominent government, community-relations exec to lead MemorialCare advocacy efforts in Long Beach

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Recently Pugh was executive director for Federal Research Relations at University of California, Irvine, where she built a broad network of legislators, agency officials and industry stakeholders to advance research funding. She previously spent a decade as associate vice president of Government and Community Relations with City of Hope National Medical Center and Beckman Research Center working on cancer care policy and legislation. She served as chair of the Association of American Medical Colleges Government Relations Representatives Steering Committee and associate director of Federal Government Affairs for American Association of Nurse Anesthetists. She holds a master’s degree in public administration from George Mason University and a bachelor’s degree in government and politics from University of Maryland.

“I’m honored to join MemorialCare, which for decades has been in the forefront of transforming healthcare and promoting legislative and government programs that benefit the health of children and adults,” Pugh said. ✦ Source: MemorialCare

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ith Christmas being just nine days away, I suspect many of our readers will be sprinting from store to store hoping to find some great last-minute bargains to wrap and place under their decorated trees.

As we dash from place to place, I suggest that we all take a deep breath and concentrate on finding gifts that would be appreciated by those who receive them.

Through the years I have been given many presents that were clearly part of a re-gifting program. Truthfully, instead of being given a random offering from someone’s crappy gift closet, I’d rather receive a promise of a “let’s all pay for our own” get-together for lunch, dinner, happy hour or brunch.

We all have to eat anyhow, and I would love to spend some time with the people I care about.

These days, it seems that time, for some, is even more precious than money.

When it comes to what I believe to be an inappropriate/ surely to be unwanted present, consider the following: Please don’t give GreatGrandma a used mustache cup that you found at a yard sale– even if it does have flowers on it. Your 8-year-old nephew will most likely be pretty darned disappointed if given a book on ornithology– even if it once belonged to his great uncle.

Your mom doesn’t want or need another bottle of drugstore bath beads, hand cream or cologne.

Chances are she already has several bottles of each in her own crappy gift closet just waiting to be re-gifted. Be warned, she may re-wrap some of it and give it to you.

And speaking of re-gifting, if you just have to, please make sure that you don’t give it back to the person who gave it to you in the first place.

Years ago our family had a Christmas gift-opening extravaganza where one of our relatives (I’ll call her Sally) re-gifted things to some of our younger family members right in front of those who had so carefully shopped and given the same items to Sally the year before. In some cases, the gifts were re-gifted to the children of Sally’s original gift givers.

Thank goodness our family thrives on humor, and we all chuckled to ourselves. She was

none the wiser.

Yes, Sally is very hard to buy for. It has become a bit of a game to see who can give her a gift that she will actually keep for herself.

I understand that time is running short for holiday gift shopping, so I suggest that we all keep it simple. For those of us who are still on the shopping express wagon, keep your running around to a minimum.

We can save time, save gas and reduce the stress by spending our dollars at local retailers in our own neighborhoods.

Bixby Knolls, Signal Hill, Wrigley and California Heights stores are just jam-packed with creative and thoughtful gift items. Shopping locally not only enhances our local economy, it also helps to guarantee that these hard-working shop owners will be able to stay in business, retain employees and be there next year to once again provide a local shopping experience.

Remember that restaurant gift cards make lovely presents as well.

As I wrote last year, my mom says she doesn’t want us to give her anything that smells good, stationery, shawls, slippers or lap blankets.

Instead, we will concentrate on finding her some tasty gluten-free treats that she can sink her teeth into throughout the season. Knowing what a voracious reader she is, we will also look for some interesting large-print books for her to enjoy while cuddled up in her favorite heated, remotecontrolled reclining chair.

For those of you who are wondering what to give to an older loved one, consider the gift of service.

Whether you perform the service yourself or purchase a gift card/certificate for a massage, hair-salon visit, pedicure, pet grooming or housekeeping, you are sure to bring a smile to the recipient.

If none of those suggestions strikes your fancy, how about gifts for your loved one’s car?

Maybe an oil change, new windshield wipers and/or a run through your neighborhood car wash.

Whatever you decide, do what I do– buy gifts that you would love to receive. Who knows?

You might receive it back next year as part of the receiver’s regifting program.

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‘Just us’ versus ‘justice’

Hate letters were recently sent to the Long Beach Islamic Center warning of the “cleansing” of Muslims in the United States. The South Coast Interfaith Council unequivocally condemns the destruction of any group of people and/or place of worship; we reject any action that denies fellow Americans their right to pray and fellowship. Our nation was founded on the principle that all people should be afforded the freedom of religion. No doubt, this principle forms the foundation of our country. We, as an interfaith council, refuse to stand by and allow hate to divide our interfaith community! No doubt, we are stronger when we come together as Americans and weaker when we let fear and lack of understanding come between us.

To that end, the South Coast Interfaith Council is proud to partner with leading organizations and faith communities to organize the Saturday, Dec. 17 “Stand for Justice” rally and march to the Long Beach Islamic Center.

Please join us as we demonstrate that America is rooted in our ability to come together. Indeed, united we stand, divided we fall!

If you have any question, please don’t hesitate to contact us at (562) 983-1665. We look forward to seeing you on the 17th!

Milia Islam-Majeed SCIC Executive Director [Ed. note– The march will begin at 10am at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave., in Long Beach, and will continue to the Long Beach Islamic Center, 995 E. 27th St. in Signal Hill.]

Mounds abound?

Lately [there are] gopher mounds all over residential front yards in Wrigley area between Veterans Park and Los Angeles River.

I think overpopulation of gophers started from Veterans Park, where [the] City constantly has to kill them from all the holes they make in damaging the park.

However, the gopher problem has spread to outlying areas dramatically the last few months [with] gopher mounds all over the lawn at Boys Town center at the corner of Wardlow and Pacific. The area’s Birney Elementary has had gopher mounds on the lawn that were recently covered up.

What is it going to take to get rid of all these destructive gophers before they mate in the spring and gopher population gets bigger?

Robert Skillstad Long Beach

Election objection

Once again, Donald Trump is undermining the idea that America is stronger when more people vote. His insinuations about early voting are false, blatantly partisan and destructive. He’s embraced a strategy of voter suppression, and we must fight it every step of the way.

Alex Padilla California Secretary of State

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By Signal Hill Mayor Lori Woods As we get older, our needs and capabilities change, and these changes affect how we prepare for a disaster. Disasters can be particularly disruptive to the daily routines of older adults and their caregivers.

Knowing you are prepared and have thought through various issues will provide peace of mind when recovering from a disaster. Following are some tips that are especially relevant for older adults.

• Develop a family emergency plan. The plan should contain contact information, Social Security numbers, medications, health conditions and health insurance information.

• Create a support network of family, friends, neighbors, doctors, organizations or places where you worship.

Make sure the people in your network know what your needs are in case of a disaster and are aware of which medicines you take and any physical limitations you may have.

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• Learn how to text on a cell phone or other mobile device. If phone lines are jammed and landline and cellphone calls are not possible after a disaster, texting gives you another option.

• Prepare an emergency kit. If you’ve been following along with this column, you are just weeks away from having a completed kit. If you’ve missed a week or two, visit the City’s website to view the “21 Weeks to Prepare” checklist. Don’t forget to include medicines, extra glasses, hearing aids and batteries.

• Plan for mobility. If you are in a wheelchair or have mobility problems, plan how you will evacuate and discuss the plan with your care providers. If you use a motorized wheelchair, have a manual wheelchair as a backup.

• If you are hearing-impaired, keep extra batteries for hearing aids with emergency supplies. Store hearing aids in a container attached to your nightstand or bedpost, so they can be located quickly after a disaster.

• If you are blind or visually impaired, keep an extra cane by the bed and attach a whistle to it to help others locate you in case of an emergency.

As a community, older adults have unique needs, and no one understands that better than other older adults. You have a lot to contribute and share. Learn about each other’s needs and how to help each other in an emergency. You might take responsibility for food supplies and preparation, organizing neighborhood watch meetings and interpreting, among other things.

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COMMUNITY

December 16, 2016

Public invited to Promenade Square Park Tot Lot grand opening

The public is invited to attend a grand-opening ceremony for the new Promenade Square Park Tot Lot located at The Promenade and East First Street, on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 10am.

“Access to safe, fun places is a basic need in every neighborhood, and this new tot lot will serve the families in downtown that had to travel a half-mile away to play,” said Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia. “I am proud of the community support this project has received from downtown’s residents.”

The Tot Lot, the first playground in Long Beach’s downtown urban

core, will include a slide, several climbing structures and climbing rocks, a park bench, and playground safety surfacing. The design will complement the aesthetic elements of Promenade Square Park and The Promenade.

“I am grateful for the hard-working community members, who saw the need for a playground and helped raise funds to make the project a reality,” said 2nd District Councilmember Jeannine Pearce.

“I am very excited that this day has finally arrived for our neighborhood children and families.”

The total project cost is $192,000

and is supported with, but not limited to: $75,000 in one-time infrastructure funds from the 2nd Council District Office; $20,000 from Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe; $10,000 from the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA); $7,300 raised by the Promenade Area Residents Association (PARA); and $5,000 from the Molina Family Trust.

For more information regarding the grand opening, call Gladys Kaiser, Community Recreation Services manager, at (562) 570-3150. ✦ Source: City of LB

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Sponsors, participants sought for MLK parade, celebration Applications are being accepted for sponsorship, parade participants, vendors, performers and volunteers for the Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 14. The new deadline is Thursday, Dec. 29.

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and Celebration commemorates the courage, humility and sacrifice of the historical civil rights activist. The parade honors King’s life and dedication to service by showcasing schools, organizations and community groups that strive to keep his values alive.

“This parade and celebration [are] the highlight of our city,” said 6th District Long Beach Coun-

cilmember Dee Andrews. “For years, it has renewed our communities with its visions of peace and brotherhood.”

The parade will kick off at 10:30am at the intersection of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and Anaheim Street. The free celebration will take place from noon to 6pm, at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave. Community groups and organizations are encouraged to participate. The parade application fee is $85, and vendor fees range from $150 to $350. For more information call (562) 570-6816. ✦ Source: Andrews’s office

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The Long Beach Department of Public Works has been awarded a $4.5 million grant from the Caltrans Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) to improve traffic safety citywide throughout Long Beach.

“Traffic safety continues to be a priority in Long Beach,” said Mayor Robert Garcia. “This grant funding allows the City to fund important traffic projects that will make Long Beach safer for motorists, bicyclists

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The City was awarded the money for three projects submitted by the Department of Public Works Traffic Engineering Division in August 2016. All the improvements are located where residents have requested additional pedestrian crossing assistance but a traffic signal isn’t warranted, according to officials.

“By awarding this grant, Caltrans recognizes all the work the City is

doing to improve traffic safety and mobility throughout Long Beach,” said Craig Beck, director of Public Works.

The improvements being funded through the HSIP grant are: · Installing medians, improving traffic signal equipment and enhancing pedestrian refuge islands on Anaheim Street on various segments between Atlantic Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway

· Upgrading traffic-signal equipment to improve safety and reduce conflicts between vehicles turning left and traveling straight on Los Coyotes Diagonal, between Outer Traffic Circle and Carson Street · Enhancing pedestrian crossings at 18 uncontrolled intersections citywide, including installation of high-visibility crosswalks with solar-powered flashing beacons and advance warning signs and mark-

ings The City is expected to receive the HSIP grant funds in mid-2017.

The crosswalk improvements are expected to be completed by the end of 2017. The additional improvements are expected to be completed by the end of 2019. ✦ Source: City of LB

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Neena Strichart Two public hearings will be Publisher held in January to offer the pubIn their efforts to retain seats in the lic an opportunity to comment in election next year, Signal Hill Counperson on the document: cilmember Ed Wilson and current 6pm Wednesday, Jan. 11 at mayor Lori Woods could encounter Silverado Park, 1545 W. 31st St. up to seven challengers.

6pm Wednesday, Jan. 18 at According to a potential official Port of Long Beach Interim Adroll of candidates provided by the ministrative Offices, 4801 AirCity, those individuals are: Jason port Plaza Dr. Aula; Tom Benson, a Signal Hill For more information, visit planning commissioner; Larry Blunpolb.com/PierB. SHPF newspaper ad-re-size_Layout 1 11/9/16 10:01 AM Page 1 den, currently serving as the City’s Source: Port of LB

leaving an empty seat to be filled.

“It’s time for a change,” Noll said in a recent phone interview. “It looks like we have some good candidates.”

Additionally, Helen Thomas had recently pulled nomination papers but failed to file those official papers by the City’s deadline of 5:30pm on Wednesday, Dec. 14.

Candidates with the most votes in Signal Hill’s municipal election on March 7, 2017 will fill three seats on the council for four-year terms.

The council has chosen consulting firm Martin & Chapman Co. to provide election materials and consultant services. ✦

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The Port of Long Beach this week released a draft environmental study on a proposal to redevelop a rail yard to allow for the assembly of longer trains within the Harbor District, moving cargo faster while making operations more sustainable.

The proposed Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility would shift more cargo to “on-dock rail,” where containers are placed directly on trains at marine terminals. No trucks would visit the facility. The rail yard would be operated by Pacific Harbor Line, a switching railroad that has converted its fleet to clean diesel locomotives that reduce air pollution and save fuel. View a video about the project here.

“The proposed development would enhance the efficiency of goods movement at the Port of Long Beach,” said Interim Chief Executive Duane Kenagy. “This project is vital to our efforts to modernize the Port and continue to lead the way in environmental sustainability.”

The Port has prepared a draft environmental impact report (DEIR) analyzing the impacts of the proposed development, and the mitigation measures that would be used to address those impacts. The Port welcomes comment on the study through Feb. 13, 2017.

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treasurer; Carol Churchill, a former councilmember; Robert Copeland, the City’s existing city clerk; Maria Harris, resident; and Keir Jones, business owner.

As of press time, Los Angeles County officials had verified all the nomination paper signatures except Aula’s and Benson’s. Less than 20 verified signatures on any potential candidate’s paperwork would be cause for exclusion from the election.

Long-time councilmember Mike Noll, who has served six terms on the council, including five times as mayor, said he has decided to step down,

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I urge you to join the “People and Police” team as we build a safer community here in Signal Hill. ~ David Slater

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This past year we successfully hosted multiple events to cultivate and the “People and the Police” relationships; The Signal Hill Police Foundation Inaugural Event and Police Awards Ceremony in January and the Luncheon and Community Gathering in July. Over 400 community and police members came together during these two events. In addition to raising funds to support existing police department outreach efforts such as National Night Out, Too Good for Drugs and the Holiday Outreach program, new outreach efforts were funded. A Student of Character was recognized and her education efforts supported and a significant donation was made to the Rotary Club of Signal Hill Backpack program. With your continued financial support, the Signal Hill Police Foundation will be able to do even more throughout the city. Coming into its second year, the Signal Hill Police Foundation needs your support, now more than ever. ~ Chief Michael S. Langston

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CDPH advises caution collecting, eating wild mushrooms With seasonal rains promoting the growth of wild mushrooms, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith is cautioning that collecting and eating hazardous wild mushrooms can lead to serious illness and even death.

“It is difficult to distinguish between wild mushrooms that are poisonous and those which are safe to eat,” Smith said. “Wild mushrooms should not be eaten unless they have been carefully examined and determined to be edible by a mushroom expert.”

Wild mushroom poisoning continues to make people ill and send them to the hospital, according to CDPH. According to the California Poison Control System (CPCS), 679 cases of ingestion were reported statewide from November 2015 to October 2016. Among

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• 50 suffered a moderate health outcome, such as dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhea, or injury to the liver or kidney.

• 348 were children under 6 years of age. Usually the children ate a small amount of a mushrooms growing in yards or neighborhood parks.

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• Eight were admitted to an intensive care unit.

• The most serious illnesses and deaths have been linked primarily to wild mushrooms known to cause liver damage, including Amanita phalloides, also known as the “death cap,” and Amanita ocreata, or “destroying angel.”

These and other poisonous mushrooms grow in some parts of California year-round but are most commonly found during fall, late winter or spring.

Local mycological societies offer educational resources about mushroom identification and may be able to help people identify mushrooms they have picked.

Eating poisonous mushrooms can cause abdominal pain, cramping, vomiting, diarrhea, liver damage or death. Anyone who develops symptoms after eating wild mushrooms should seek immediate medical attention. People who develop these symptoms, or their treating health care providers, should immediately contact Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. ✦ More Information cdph.ca.gov Source: CDPH

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Numerous dysfunctional relatives descend upon the Griswolds’ home during the holidays as Clark sets out to have a “good, old-fashioned family Christmas.” Unfortunately, everything goes wrong, from Clark’s ill-fated efforts to decorate the house with lights to a disastrous holiday dinner.

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2 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011) Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.

3:25 p.m. (FREE) Movie “Home Alone: Holiday Heist” (2012) Christian Martyn. A young boy set up traps for ghosts, but catches a group of thieves instead.

4 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas Under Wraps” (2014) Candace Cameron-Bure. A woman loses her job and beau on the same day and reluctantly accepts a job in Alaska.

5:30 p.m. (FREE) Movie “Jingle All the Way” (1996) Arnold Schwarzenegger. A father frantically searches for a last-minute Christmas gift for his son.

7 p.m. (NICK) Movie “Santa Hunters” (2014) Benjamin Flores Jr.. Alex knows Santa is real and heads out on a mission to prove it.

7:35 p.m. (FREE) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays.

8 p.m. (AMC) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.

(CW) ‘Hollywood Christmas Parade’ Olivia Newton-John is Grand Marshall of the 85th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade.

(DISN) Movie “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!” (2011) Bridgit Mendler. The Duncans get separated en route to Palm Springs, and scramble to get reunited.

(USA) Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946) James Stewart. An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been in the lives of others.

9:45 p.m. (FREE) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 10 p.m. (AMC) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.

(LIFE) Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010) Dean Cain. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.

Saturday, December 17 Noon (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Detour” (2015) Candace Cameron Bure. Two NYC-bound travelers find themselves linked when a storm waylays their flight.

2 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Love You Like Christmas” (2016) Bonnie Sommerville. A high-powered marketing executive on her

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(TBN) Movie “Christmas Miracle” (2012) Dan Payne. Eight strangers learn how to manage various dilemmas by working together.

2:35 p.m. (FREE) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 3 p.m. (FX) Movie “A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas” (2011) Kal Penn. Harold and Kumar find themselves in trouble when they burn down a prize Christmas tree.

4 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas Cookies” (2016) Jill Wagner. When a small-town factory is sold, an executive must seal the deal, but things get tricky.

4:40 p.m. (FREE) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays.

5 p.m. (FYI) “Tiny House Nation” 5:30 p.m. (AMC) Movie “Santa Claus: The Movie” (1985) Burgess Meredith. Santa’s head elf falls in with a greedy tycoon who wants to eliminate the legendary man.

6 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas in Homestead” (2016) Taylor Cole. An actress heads to a Christmas-obsessed town to film a movie, and is thrown for loop.

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2:40 p.m. (FREE) Movie “The Search for Santa Paws” (2010) Reese Alexander. Magic dogs and an elf work together to help Santa regain his memory.

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(TNT) Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004) Ben Affleck. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them.

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(CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story 2” (2012) Daniel Stern. It’s five years later, and Ralphie is eying a car, but trouble seems to be following him.

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Holiday travelers should take precautions against Zika, CDPH warns California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith this week cautioned holiday travelers to protect themselves from mosquito bites when traveling to areas with known transmission of Zika virus, including Mexico.

“Pregnant women and couples considering pregnancy need to be particularly cautious because Zika virus can cause severe birth defects,” Smith said. “Pregnant women are urged to avoid travel to areas with known Zika transmission if at all possible. If travel is necessary, it is extremely important to take steps to prevent mosquito bites.”

Many areas of Mexico continue to experience transmission of the Zika virus, particularly popular tourist destinations, including Cancun, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Ixtapa and Mazatlan. The states of Baja California Sur, where Cabo San Lucas is located, and Sonora, which borders Arizona, have recently reported local Zika virus transmission. While the state of Baja California, bordering California, has not reported local Zika virus transmission, the mosquitoes that transmit the virus are

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Map showing California counties with invasive Aedes mosquitoes

present along the border. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) considers any travel to Mexico to be a potential risk for Zika virus infection.

While there has been no local transmission of Zika virus in California to date, CDPH has confirmed 443 cases of travel-associated infections in the state.

Florida and Texas have experienced locally transmitted cases of Zika.

Zika virus can spread through mosquito bites and can also be transmitted by both men and women during sex.

Most people who are infected with Zika do not experience any symptoms but should take precautions to avoid sexu-

al transmission, even if they never had symptoms. All individuals, particularly women of childbearing age, should take steps to protect themselves against mosquito bites while traveling and when they return home. Sexually active people who travel to areas with Zika transmission should use condoms or other barriers to avoid getting or passing Zika during sex.

Couples planning pregnancy when either partner has been exposed to Zika virus should speak with a healthcare provider about a safe time to try to get pregnant. Men should wait six months to conceive after Zika exposure. Women who have been exposed should wait a minimum of eight weeks before becoming pregnant.

“The mosquitoes that can carry Zika virus and infect people live in many areas of California [see map],” Smith said.

“If one of these mosquitoes bites an infected person, it can spread the virus by biting another person. That is why we ask people traveling to Mexico, or any other place where Zika exists, to take steps to prevent mosquito bites for three weeks after a trip, even if you don’t feel sick.”

To prevent mosquito bites, apply repellents containing U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-registered ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus or IR3535 to exposed skin and/or clothing (as directed on the product label). When used as directed, these repellents are proven safe and effective, even for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Individuals should wear longsleeved shirts, long pants, socks and shoes when outdoors. Be sure window and door screens are in good condition to prevent mosquitoes from entering the home.

Though most people who are infected with Zika do not experience any symptoms, symptoms of infection can include fever, rash, joint pain and conjunctivitis (red eyes). The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting for several days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. There is currently no vaccine or treatment for Zika other than rest, fluids and fever relief.

More information about Zika is available at cdph.ca.gov. ✦ Source: CDPH

Post offices open Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve Post offices will be open according to their regular schedule on Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24, but many will shorten retail lobby hours and close at noon. Post offices will also be open regular hours on New Year’s Eve. Mail delivery will be unaffected, according to Richard Maher, United States Postal Service spokesman for Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

Revised holiday hours will be posted at each post office, and commercial customers are asked to check with their business mail entry units for specific information about holiday hours of operation.

Blue collection boxes having final collection times before noon will not be affected. However, boxes with final collection times scheduled after noon may be picked up early. Therefore, mail should be deposited into collection boxes by noon for early pickup on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31, Maher said.

Customers requiring postal services later on Christmas Eve are encouraged to contact their local post office in advance. Customers may also call 1-800-ASK-USPS for additional information.

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Hagen isn’t alone in feeling this way. Most of the residents who filled the council chamber that night to listen to the study carried professionally printed and laminated signs in protest.

The study is one of several community meetings to discuss JetBlue Airways’s request for a federal-inspections service (FIS) at the airport, and each time the topic has come up, a fairly vocal group of residents who live near the airport have protested the proposal. If the council is serious about allowing airlines to offer international flights, they would need to approve that inspection facility.

At Tuesday’s meeting, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia acknowledged the community’s response to the proposal and tried to reassure the residents that he was listening to their concerns. He also posed some fairly tough questions to Long Beach Airport Director Jess Romo, who presented a summary of the study conducted by consultant group Jacobs.

There is a limit to how many flights per day could be scheduled. Citing the study, Romo presented a fouryear outlook that anticipated that six out of 50 flights initially would be international ones, totaling about 12 percent of the flights. Jacobs projected that over four years, that number would increase to about eight out of 50 flights, or 16 percent. Garcia asked if there were any estimates beyond four years.

Romo drew groans from the audience when he replied that estimates beyond that time frame would be “speculative” at best, adding that even projecting air travel to eight years would be hard to predict.

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A study session to discuss a proposal to transform the local municipal airport from a domestic airport into an international one drew a large opposing crowd to the Dec. 13 Long Beach City Council meeting. Community members who couldn’t get a seat in the city council chamber watched the proceedings in an overflow area in the city hall’s lobby.

Garcia wouldn’t let that answer slide, asking whether Romo believed if the international air travel could be anticipated to either plateau or have a small increase.

“If this moves forward, we […] would live with this for longer than four years,” Garcia said. “So what do you see happening out in the future?”

Romo explained that the noise ordinance only allows 50 flights per day, and each carrier determines the routes their planes would take, and when Garcia continued to press him further, he acknowledged that at his own best estimate, the number of flights could go up incrementally higher than 16 percent but no higher than 20 percent. Romo added that in his time managing the Ontario International Airport, that airport has only had about 3 percent of the

flights serving international destinations. Romo said that figure has been stuck at 3 percent for a few years.

“I would say that 16 percent, or eight flights, is likely at the upper limit of what we would see here at Long Beach Airport,” Romo concluded.

Garcia replied that Long Beach’s airport is different from other airports since the number of flights are capped. He noted that any growth of international business will be at the expense of offering domestic flights.

He cited the value of domestic flights since they also helped the city’s convention business.

“For every international flight that we gain,” Garcia concluded, “and this is an important conversation we should have, we will be losing domestic service.”

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Daryl Supernaw had other criticisms of the proposal, and he offered his own presentation, complete with slides and graphs. Supernaw projected quotes from Robert Land onto the chamber’s screen. Land is JetBlue’s senior vice president for government affairs and associate general counsel. He had previously stated JetBlue’s unequivocal support for Long Beach’s noise ordinance.

Taking on a humorous air and drawing applause at key intervals from the audience, Supernaw disputed JetBlue’s support. He cited figures over one year that showed that JetBlue’s planes were regularly still flying past the noise curfew times.

“So, out of the 366 days, JetBlue violated the ordinance 375 times,” Supernaw said. “So, that’s our experience. So, if you want to know why the audience members are a little bit cynical or mistrustful, you can go back to these figures here.”

He also took issue with those who favored an international airport and argued that the destination and arrival cities would not impact whether planes would comply with the noise ordinance. Supernaw cited JetBlue’s recent announcement that offered flights to Fort Lauderdale in Florida.

Earlier this year, Hurricane Matthew struck the area, and Supernaw pointed out that JetBlue and other carriers cancelled and delayed flights. He noted two inbound and outbound flights on the airline’s schedule, which were already scheduled close to the curfew time.

Supernaw said that the Fort Lauderdale International Airport reported 79 delays and 38 cancellations.

“Am I making my point,” Supernaw concluded, “that where the plane comes from, does matter?”

Supernaw noted that while Acapul-

co wasn’t a listed destination from JetBlue, that airport has an on-time rate of 60 percent “So if they have planes flying out of there, coming into Long Beach,” he said, “we run the risk of those late-night violations all the time.”

What Supernaw may not have realized was that Land, the senior executive he had criticized, was in the audience that night until later in the meeting. Call it an “Oh, snap!” moment.

After the meeting, Land offered a brief interview with the Signal Tribune. He didn’t want to dispute all of Supernaw’s arguments, but he did defend his remarks about supporting the noise ordinance.

“JetBlue’s schedule is completely compliant with the noise ordinance,” Land said. “It has to be, otherwise the City wouldn’t let us fly here.”

He did note that largely weather and some mechanical issues account for the airline’s flight delays. Land argued that the numbers aren’t that bad.

“On occasion, on average less than once a day,” Land said, “sometimes when there’s a big storm out east and all our planes primarily out east are caught up in that storm, we don’t get permission from the FAA to take off.”

He noted that every area has weather and even Bay Area cities have fog and visibility issues.

Land declined to discuss at length the consent decree that JetBlue has entered into with the City of Long Beach. Every violation of the noise restrictions requires that JetBlue pay a fine. The JetBlue executive acknowledged that the agreement is renewed annually.

The City Council is scheduled to vote on the issue on Jan. 24. ✦

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Crimes reported by the LBPD Council districts 6, 7 & 8 (no arrest information supplied)

7pm Auto burglary 3300 block Atlantic Ave.

3pm Battery Cedar Ave./W. 25th St.

Thursday, Dec. 8 3am Auto burglary 3500 block Long Beach Blvd.

Sunday, Dec. 11 1am Residential burglary E. PCH/Gaviota Ave.

6pm Solicit lewd act 2000 block Magnolia Ave.

3am Auto burglary 2600 block Daisy Ave.

3am Battery 2200 block Lime Ave.

8am Auto burglary 200 block E. Spring St.

11am Spousal abuse 2801 Atlantic Ave.

2pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 100 block E. Willow St.

1pm Residential burglary 2400 block Atlantic Ave.

3pm Child cruelty 1800 block Olive Ave.

4pm Exhibit deadly weapon, not firearm 3000 block Pacific Ave.

9pm Robbery– person 2400 block Long Beach Blvd.

Friday, Dec. 9 Noon Residential burglary 400 block E. Carson St.

5pm Robbery– person 4500 block Atlantic Ave. 7pm Auto burglary 1000 block Cartagena Dr.

1pm Residential burglary 3500 block Linden Ave.

8pm Robbery– person 4500 block Atlantic Ave.

2pm Residential burglary 2500 block Atlantic Ave.

9pm Grand theft– motor vehicle W. 25th St./Eucalyptus Ave.

4pm Exhibit firearm Del Amo Bld./Orange Ave.

Monday, Dec. 12 2am Public intoxication 4500 block Gundry Ave. (suspect arrested)

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4pm Battery 4500 block Atlantic Ave. 5pm Residential burglary 4300 block Elm Ave.

9pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 400 block W. Willow St. 11pm Battery MLK Jr. Ave./E. PCH

Saturday, Dec. 10 1am Residential burglary 4500 block Long Beach Blvd.

6pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 3800 block Magnolia Ave.

7pm Assault– not firearm Pacific Ave./W. Hill St. 7pm Battery W. Hill St./Magnolia Ave.

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Midnight Battery 100 block W. PCH Noon Spousal abuse Long Beach Blvd./E. Bixby Rd.

Tuesday, Dec. 13 Midnight Assault– not firearm 100 block E. Del Amo Bld.

2pm Battery 2000 block Linden Ave.

3am Auto burglary 400 block E. 44th Cr. 8am Assault– not firearm Atlantic Ave./E. PCH 9am Robbery– commercial Cerritos Ave./E. 20th St. 9am Grand theft– motor vehicle Pacific Ave./W. Pleasant St.

N O 10am Robbery– person 2801 Atlantic Ave.

Noon Spousal abuse 100 block E. 28th St.

6pm Residential burglary 3800 block Olive Ave.

8am Child cruelty 2400 block Chestnut Ave.

9pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 4600 block Cerritos Dr.

1pm Auto burglary 3900 block Lemon Ave.

10pm Exhibit deadly weapon– not firearm E. Hill St./Pine Ave.

1pm Auto burglary Daisy Ave./W. Willow St.

11pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 3500 block Rose Ave.

3pm Battery 2801 Atlantic Ave.

Wednesday, Dec. 14 Midnight

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Sunday, Dec. 11 9:48am Grand theft– motor vehicle 3200 block E. 19th St.

7:06pm Trespass: refuse to leave property 900 block E. 33rd St. (suspect arrested)

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2pm Robbery– person 1100 block Salt Lake St. Monday, Dec. 12 12:35pm Crimes reported by SHPD Two suspects – Citywide grand theft– motor vehicle 2600 block Cherry Ave. Thursday, Dec. 8 (both suspects arrested) 10:38am Possession of controlled substance.

2:15pm 2100 block Cherry Ave. Strong arm robbery (suspect arrested) 2400 block Cherry Ave.

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2pm Residential burglary 3400 block Gardenia Ave.

6pm Residential burglary 3400 block Gardenia Ave.

10:44pm Petty theft, possession of paraphernalia, trespassing.

900 block E. 33rd St.

1:46pm Robbery 2400 block Cherry Ave.

2:44pm Grand theft– property 2400 block Cherry Ave.

Friday, Dec. 9 Midnight Possession of controlled substance 3000 block California Ave. (suspect arrested)

8:32pm Battery 3300 block California Ave.

5:47am Auto burglary 2900 block E. Hummingbird Ln. 8:47am Auto burglary 1800 block Gladys Ave. 9am Possession of controlled substance, violation parole.

3300 block E. PCH (suspect arrested) 2:14pm Petty theft, misdemeanor warrant.

2400 block Cherry Ave.

Tuesday, Dec. 13 6:39pm Identity theft 900 block E. 33rd St. 7:41pm Threatening phone calls 2400 block California Ave. Wednesday, Dec. 14 3:51am Auto burglary 2300 block Cerritos Ave. 10:22am Identity theft 2700 block E. PCH Noon Possession of paraphernalia Atlantic Ave./E. 35th St. (suspect arrested)

Saturday, Dec. 10 2:42am Six misdemeanor warrants.

2200 block Stanley Ave. (suspect arrested)

3:16pm Auto burglary 2700 block E. Willow St. 6:06pm Petty theft 700 block E. Spring St.

3:45am Battery E. Hill St./Molino Ave.

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Long Beach man dies after being stabbed Police are investigating a stabbing that led to the death of a local man.

On Dec. 8, at approximately 6:30am, Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) officers were dispatched to the 4900 block of Ferro Court regarding a stabbing that had just occurred. Upon arrival, officers located a man with a stab wound to his upper torso. The man responsible for the stabbing had remained at the scene.

Officers detained him while they con-

ducted their investigation.

The Long Beach Fire Department responded and transported the victim in critical condition to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Homicide detectives responded and are handling the investigation. No arrest has been made at press time, according to police.

The victim has been identified as Aaron Whatley, a 43-year-old resident

of Long Beach.

Those with information are asked to call Homicide Detectives Shea Robertson and Oscar Valenzuela at (562) 570-7244. Anonymous tips may be submitted through “LA Crime Stoppers” by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the “P3 Tips” app to a smart phone or visiting lacrimestoppers.org. ✦ Source: LBPD

LBPD undertaking special holiday DUI enforcement This holiday season, the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) will be out looking for drunk and drugged drivers as part of a special year-end "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" enforcement mobilization, according to police.

“Beginning Dec. 16 and continuing into the new year, you will see stepped-up traffic enforcement with officers watching closely for impaired drivers,” said Police Chief Robert Luna. “We want to keep our roads safe for holiday travelers and will have zero tolerance for drunk or drugged driving.”

As part of the enforcement campaign period, police, sheriff and the California Highway Patrol will be deploying DUI checkpoints and DUI saturation patrols during a 17-day DUI crackdown throughout the region. The LBPD will conduct a DUI

checkpoint on Friday, Dec. 16 from 7pm until 3am. A DUI saturation patrol is planned for Friday, Dec. 23.

Drugs such as prescription medication, marijuana or illicit drugs can impair judgment and get a driver the same DUI arrest as alcohol.

Nationally in 2014, 32,675 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes with 9,967 people killed in crashes involving an impaired driver, according to the LBPD. In California, total highway deaths were reported at 3,126 with 1,155 lives lost in alcohol and/or drug-impaired collisions.

“Driving under the influence is not only costly but can ruin the holidays for you, your family or for someone else’s family,” said OTS Director Rhonda Craft. “Make the decision to drive sober or use our DDVIP app to help you find a safe ride home for yourself or your friends if you know

they’ve been drinking.”

Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP, or “DDVIP,” free mobile app for Android or iPhone. The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more. The feature-packed app has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-designated driver to call paid driving services.

For more information on the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign and all OTS efforts, visit ots.ca.gov.

Funding for the holiday enforcement campaign is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Source: LBPD

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Signal Hill man arrested for murder of local woman Long Beach Police homicide detectives filed murder charges on Dec. 14 against a suspect wanted in connection with the murder of a 29-year-old woman identified as Samantha Lang of Signal Hill.

When officers located Lang’s vehicle on Dec. 5, it had been abandoned and vandalized at the bottom of the flood control basin near the 1000 block of W. Carson Street. Her body was later located when officers returned to the area and conducted an extensive search.

During the course of their investigation, detectives obtained information that led them to the victim’s ex-boyfriend, identified as 41-year-old Justin James Johnson of Signal Hill. Johnson was arrested by LBPD detectives on Dec. 9 in Los Angeles.

On Dec. 14, detectives presented their case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, who filed one count of murder against Johnson. He was arraigned that afternoon in Long Beach Superior Court and will be held at LA County Men’s Jail without bail. ✦ Source: LBPD

​SHPD to conduct DUI checkpoint The Signal Hill Police Depart​ ment (SHPD) traffic unit will conduct a DUI-driver’s license checkpoint at an undisclosed location beginning at 8:30pm on Friday, Dec. 16 until 2:30am on Saturday, Dec. 17.

Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment while checking drivers for proper licensing, according to SHPD. When

possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving.

Funding for the checkpoint is provided by grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ✦ Source: SHPD

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LBPD DUI patrol yields numerous arrests, citations The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) Traffic Unit conducted a DUI saturation patrol on Friday, Dec. 9, between the hours of 6pm and 2am. Such high-visibility enforcement efforts have a deterrent effect, lowering the incidents of impaired driving, according to the LBPD. The saturation patrol resulted in: 39 vehicle enforcement stops, two DUI-alcohol suspects arrested, four drivers cited/arrested for operating a vehicle unlicensed or while suspended/revoked and 17 citations issued for unsafe driving.

The LBPD is encouraging drivers to download the Designated Driver VIP, or “DDVIP,” a free mobile app for Android or iPhone.

The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more. The feature-packed app also has social-media tie-ins and a tab for a non-designated driver to call ride-sharing services.

Studies of California drivers have shown that 30 percent of drivers in fatal crashes had one or more drugs in their systems. A study of active drivers showed more tested positive for drugs that may impair driving (14 percent) than did for alcohol (7.3 percent). Of the drugs, marijuana was most prevalent, at 7.4 percent, slightly more than alcohol.

Drivers caught driving impaired can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to include jail time, fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspension and other expenses that can exceed $10,000, not to mention the embarrassment when friends and family find out, the LBPD said.

The department will conduct another DUI/drivers-license checkpoint on Friday, Dec. 16. ✦ Source: LBPD

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TST 5346 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-619246-JP Order No.: 12-0144187-02 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/18/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial C ode and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of

the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ANGEL PULEX, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 2/3/2006 as Instrument No. 06 0261893 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 12/23/2016 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,082,163.59 The purported property address is: 2218 OHIO AVE, SIGNAL HILL, CA 90755 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 7215-026053 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can

receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA14-619246-JP . Information about

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QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888-988-6736 O r Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14619246-JP IDSPub #0118508 12/2/2016 12/9/2016 12/16/2016 TST 5351 Trustees Sales T.S. No. 045845-CA APN: 7217006-110 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/20/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 1/24/2017 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 6/15/2004,

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postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return o f the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only.

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TST 5355 NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION Ordinance No. 2016-11-1493 was introduced by the Signal Hill City Council at their meeting of Tuesday, November 8, 2016 and adopted by the City Council at their meeting of Tuesday, December 13, 2016. A summary of the ordinance is as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AMENDING SIGNAL HILL MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 2.32.090(D), 2.36.070(D) AND 2.80.052(D) ON COMPENSATION FOR MEMBERS OF COMMISSIONS A copy of the full text of the ordinance is available in the City Clerk’s Office and on the City’s website: www.cityofsignalhill.org .

Robert D. Copeland City Clerk Published in the Signal-Tribune newspaper on December 16, 2016 Posted at City Hall, Signal Hill Park Community Center, Discovery Well Park, and Reservoir Park on December 16, 2016.

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December 16, 2016 as Instrument No. 04 1513914, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: DENISE I. DAMROW, AN UNMARRIED PERSON WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2960 20TH ST E SIGNAL HILL, CA 90755 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $162,991.62 If the Trustee is unable to convey

PUBLIC NOTICES title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the

public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 4777869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 045845-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 Published inthe Signal Tribune Decvember 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2016 TST5352 / 2016 280492 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: GROVES CHIROPRACTIC INC., 1225 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach, CA 90807.

Registrant: GROVES CHIROPRACTIC INC., 1225 E. Wardlow Rd, Long Beach, CA 90807. This business is conducted by: a Corporation. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Karin W. Kim, CFO. The registrant has begun to use this fictitious business name. The registrant began using this fictitious business name in October, 2000. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on November 17, 2016. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk.

A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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). Pub. The Signal Tribune: December 9, 16, 23, 30, 2016.

TST5353 / 2016 291099 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: CRESCENT SCS, 2633 E. 28th St., Signal Hill, CA 90755. Registrant: GARY DEAN WILLETT, 2561 Hillcrest St., Signal Hill, CA 90755. This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.

Signed: Gary Dean Willett. The registrant has not begun to use this fictitious business name. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 1, 2016. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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). Pub. The Signal Tribune: December 16, 23, 30, 2016, & January 6, 2017.

TST5354 / 2016 293420 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: PAARS DESIGN AND BUILD INCORPORATED, 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd. Suite 1100, Los Angeles, CA 90034.

Registrant: PAARS DESIGN AND BUILD INCORPORATED, 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd. Suite 1100, Los Angeles, CA 90034. This business is conducted by: a Corporation.

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registrant has not begun to use this fictitious business name. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 5, 2016. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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). Pub. The Signal Tribune: December 16, 23, 30, 2016, & January 6, 2017.

TST 5355 NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION Ordinance No. 2016-11-1493 was introduced by the Signal Hill City Council at their meeting of Tuesday, November 8, 2016 and adopted by the City Council at their meeting of Tuesday, December 13, 2016. A summary of the ordinance is as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AMENDING SIGNAL HILL MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 2.32.090(D), 2.36.070(D) AND 2.80.052(D) ON COMPENSATION FOR MEMBERS OF COMMISSIONS A copy of the full text of the ordinance is available in the City Clerk’s Office and on the City’s website: www.cityofsignalhill.org.

Robert D. Copeland City Clerk Published in the Signal-Tribune newspaper on December 16, 2016 Posted at City Hall, Signal Hill Park Community Center, Discovery Well Park, and Reservoir Park on December 16, 2016.

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lic input during meetings, and audience members stated that the manual was unnecessary because there are federal laws already put in place to protect those involved in public political gatherings. At that meeting, councilmembers decided to table the agenda item concerning the manual.

Before the discussion began, Vice Mayor Tina Hansen had to leave because she said her husband was in the hospital and she had to be with her children.

"I have a lot to say about this," she said. "But my husband's in the hospital, and I have to finish homework with my kids."

Hansen understood that she was not able to share her ideas. However, members of the public and fellow councilmembers decided they did not want to continue with discussion about the procedure manual without the vice mayor present.

The agenda item was moved to the first meeting in January.

Commissions The council hosted a second reading and adoption of ordinance No. 201611-1493, which raises compensation for commission members by 35 percent. The ordinance was proposed in June.

City commissions that would be affected by the ordinance include the parks and recreation, planning and civil service.

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During the Dec. 13 Signal Hill City Council meeting, Mayor Lori Woods (left) presents outgoing Police Chief Michael Langston with a proclamation honoring his retirement from the police department.

The city council voted to appoint Richard Rocchi as the interim Signal Hill police captain. Starting on Dec. 31, current Signal Hill Police Captain Chris Nunley will begin his appointment as chief of police. As a result, the police department requires an interim police captain for a limited term while the City completes an internal recruitment for the position.

A Signal Hill class specification bulletin states that the central role of a police captain is to plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of either the Operations or Administrative Ser-

vices Division and to provide highly responsible and technical assistance to the chief of police.

MTA The council agreed to consider Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia as a potential member of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Board of Directors–Long Beach.

The MTA is the lead transportation planning and programming agency for Los Angeles County. It manages various transportation funding programs such as Proposition A, Proposition C, Measure R and Measure M. It is also

a major construction agency that oversees bus, rail, highway and other mobility-related projects.

Other government officials interested in the board position include Diane DuBois, councilmember for the City of Lakewood, and Ali Saleh, councilmember for the City of Bell.

Trustee The council voted to appoint a community member to the Board of Trustees of the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District. Mayor Lori Woods said she knows someone interested in the opening seat.

On Dec. 4, 2012, the council appointed Dr. Hazel Wallace as a member of the board of trustees for a term of four years, which expires on Jan. 2.

Wallace requested not to be reappointed.

The Vector Control District serves more than 6 million residents in a 1,340-square-mile area, making it the largest district in Los Angeles County.

Presentations Woods presented a proclamation to the Calvary Chapel of Signal Hill to congratulate it on its 10th anniversary.

The chapel has a long history of service with the City, from hosting after-school activities to working with police to advise troubled individuals.

Woods also introduced Alison Dobay, the new community-services manager, and Raul Ramirez, who was recently promoted to the senior police officer assignment.

As the year comes to a close, Signal Hill Police Chief Michael Langston prepares to enter his retirement. The chief closed out his five years of service with the City with a proclamation from Woods.

Connie Sziebel, field deputy to former Los Angeles County supervisor Don Knabe, received a standing ovation as she was recognized for her retirement.

"I looked up 'retirement' in the thesaurus," she said. "I did not like its connotations, so I like to call it my permanent vacation."

With tears in her eyes, Sziebel said she was grateful for the friends she has made while working with the City. ✦

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Religious and gun-violence prevention groups joined together at the Harvey Milk Promenade Park on Dec. 14 to speak out for safer communities, calling for action to prevent further gun violence in local communities and in remembrance of gun fatalities in Long Beach and the state, as well as over 30,000 nationwide. Marchers walked from Drake Park, 951 Maine Ave., to a vigil at Harvey Milk Promenade Park, 212 E Third St. ✦

Federal, state and local law enforcement and public-safety agencies in Southern California are partnering with the American Red Cross for the 11th annual Battle of the Badges blood drive to see who can recruit the most eligible donors to donate blood.

Individuals can join in the friendly competition by donating at Battle of the Badges blood drives through Feb. 28 at locations throughout Southern California. Donors can vote for their favorite agency, and the agency with the most votes will win bragging rights. Those who come out to give at a Battle of the Badges blood drive will receive a commemorative T-shirt, a "buy one get one free" ticket offer to an LA Clippers game at the Staples Center and exclusive discounted ticket offers to an Anaheim Ducks or LA Kings game, while supplies last.

“While blood donations decline during the winter, the need for blood remains constant,” said Jay Winkenbach, director of Donor Recruitment, Red Cross Southern California Blood Services Region.

“Our Southern California first responders, law enforcement and public safety officials know firsthand how important it is to have blood readily available for emergencies. This blood drive is one more way that they are helping members of our community.”

More than 44,700 pints of blood have been donated in Southern California since the Battle of the Badges blood drive began in 2007.

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will participate in the 2016-2017 campaign. The Los Angeles Police Department had the greatest number of donors overall last year but faces stiff competition from all participants this year.

Donors of all blood types are currently needed. While walk-ins are welcome, appointments are encouraged. To make an appointment to give at a Battle of the Badges blood drive, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) and use the sponsor code BADGESOCAL. More information about the campaign is available at redcrossblood. org/info/socal/battle-badges-contact-information.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.

Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in California), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.

High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/ RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site. ✦ Source: Red Cross

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Cookie Johnson, wife of NBA hall of famer Magic Johnson and author of Believing in Magic: My Story of Love, Overcoming Adversity, and Keeping the Faith, signed copies of her memoir for those who attended her discussion on Dec. 10 at Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library about her struggle with Magic and his HIV diagnosis 25 years ago.

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son, who gave brief remarks earlier in the presentation. She later signed copies of her book for all of those in attendance.

Cookie answered a few questions from the crowd, as well. One man in attendance inquired about how the community has adjusted to AIDS and HIV 25 years later.

She said people are more informed about the disease and the medication has vastly improved, but some stigmas still need to be addressed, particularly in faith-based communities that still feel it's a "gay" virus.

Another man in the audience asked about Cookie's process of forgiveness to Johnson. She said the decision to forgive her husband came easily because she was focused on the possibility of him dying, and she invested her energy into his health because she loved him. She added how God helped her understand that forgiveness is powerful.

“You have to forgive people, even when you don't want to, because it's actually for you," Cookie said. "If you keep hating them for whatever it is, you're always going to be upset. You're never going to be settled.

You're always going to start fights.

You have to forgive for you first.

And I had to learn that [...] and that gives you peace.” ✦

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Signal Hill City officials dig up dirt during a groundbreaking ceremony signifying the commencement of the Los Cerritos Channel Sub-Basin 4 Storm Water Capture project on Dec. 12.

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She added that if something is tall enough to penetrate the flight surface, then the contractor will be asked to reconsider lowering the equipment's height, or to work on a specific operation at night.

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