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A quick decision by the City Council reduced speed limits throughout the City at their Feb. 9 meeting. Council took 15 minutes to approve a package of speed limit alterations based on state mandated rules. Most of the changes resulted in lower speeds but an increase in speeds along Marine was a concern for the council and residents. Speed limits are set locally but the speeds are determined by a state mandated formula and every
street in the state is categorized by Caltrans. State defined “local” roads have a default limit of 25 miles per hour (mph). Enforcement of that limit does not require posted signs or a specific survey. All other roads default to 55 mph, and while a municipality can lower those limits at will, doing so without a state approved speed survey prohibits the use of radar/lydar by police and effectively undermines any attempt to enforce the rules. Speed surveys are conducted on a rotating basis every five to seven years depending on road condi-
tions and changes. A survey determines the speed of flowing traffic and then sets the limit to the nearest five-mile increment (rounding up). Agencies can lower that limit by at most 5 mph. The most recently scheduled survey was in 2013, however some streets were accidently included in that report by mistake. In addition, residents of the Sunset Park neighborhood asked for revisions to speeds in their area after the conclusion of the 2013 survey citing particularly narrow streets. SEE SPEED PAGE 7
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The City of Santa Monica has responded to the latest airport complaint by claiming the new Part 16 hearing is an attempt by corporate interests to undermine residential control of the Santa Monica Airport. Mark Smith, Kim Davidson Aviation Inc., Bill’s Air Center Inc.,
Justice Aviation Inc., the National Business Aviation Association Inc. (NBAA) and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) filed a complaint with the Federal Aviation Administration on Feb. 5 alleging financial misconduct by the City. Their complaint has three central arguments: that the City has SEE AIRPORT PAGE 5
LA Marathon prompts road closures Road closures have been announced for the Los Angeles Marathon. There will be road closures along the length of the course, several freeway ramps will
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Santa Monica prospect heading to Nationals camp BY JEFFREY I. GOODMAN Daily Press Staff Writer
Standing near the fence on the east edge of Memorial Park, Lucas Giolito looks the part of a Major League Baseball player. His 6-foot-5 frame is imposing, even when it isn’t positioned atop a pitcher’s mound. His bold red Washington Nationals cap matches the color of his long-sleeve team warm-up shirt. His dark beard blankets much of his face. But long before Giolito was a top prospect on the arduous path to recovery from an elbow injury, he was just another local kid. “I’ve lived in Santa Monica since I was 5,” he said. “It’s where I come home every offseason.” This offseason, though, has had a different pulse than the others in Giolito’s budding baseball career. Having played in the minor leagues over parts of the last four years, the locally bred right-hander reports to Nationals spring training camp this month with realistic hopes of making his MLB debut before long. “It’s getting closer and closer,” he said. “It’s SEE GIOLITO PAGE 5
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Fireside at the Miles Orchestra Santa Monica Woodwind Quintet Every Fireside Concert features a different mix of contemporary music, opera, jazz, storytelling, dance, poetry, beat boxing, a capella singing and more. Performances take place beside the large period fireplace with an ecolog fire. $10 for general admission, $5 for youth age 18 and under, adults age 55 and over and students of any age. 1130 Lincoln Blvd., 8 - 10 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 13 Free Craft Lounge Tiffany Peterson leads a crafting session focusing on the art of tie –dye on upcycled t-shirts and fabric. Bring your own cotton items and experiment with tie-dyeing. Free and open to all adults. 1450 Ocean Ave., 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Bhutan: “The Happiest Place on Earth” Travel to Bhutan with author Lisa Napoli, as she describes her experiences helping the Bhutanese, at the dawn of democratic rule, start up the country’s first radio station and get connected to the world. A book sale and signing follows. Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd., 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 14 L.A. Marathon Race enters SM on SanVicente Blvd. at 26th St., continues west to Ocean Ave. to end at California Ave. Soft closure of streets: 4:45 a.m. Hard closure of streets: 5:30 a.m. 1st wheelchair/handcycle expected in SM: 8 a.m. 1st runner expected in SM: 9:30 a.m. Streets reopened on a rolling basis starting at east end of SM around 1pm. 5 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Santa Monica Certified Farmers Market (Main St.) The Main Street market hosts a variety activities including bands, a biweekly cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts, a face painter, a balloon animal designer as well as seasonal California grown fruits, vegetables, nuts, meats and cheeses. 2640 Main St. @ Ocean Park, 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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The current weather forecast for Sunday, Feb. 14 calls for unseasonably warm weather. Participants should be advised to take precaution, hydrate early and often and consider slowing down their pace on race day. The National Weather Service is currently predicting a high of 83 °F in Century City (Mile 19) and 80 °F at the Finish Line in Santa Monica. The race will begin at 6:55 a.m. from Dodger Stadium. “Given that most runners have been training in cooler temperatures, we advise that they begin hydrating now and slow their pace down on race day. Last year with a weather forecast similar to what is currently predicted, we were pleased to see that many athletes took precautions seriously and were able to enjoy the race,” said Tracey Russell, Chief Executive of Conqur Endurance Group. “We are planning to implement similar measures as 2015 because they were effective.”
The Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon is taking the following measures to reduce the risks for runners: ■ Continuing wave starts to ensure proper runner spacing and enabling more efficient replenishment of supplies at early aid stations. ■ Stocking all 22 aid stations at the same ample levels as in 2015 and distributing water and Gatorade Endurance Formula at all aid stations. ■ Providing ‘cooling buses’ at all 10 medical stations along the course and at the finish line. ■ Providing misting stations, cold towels and ice. ■ Providing regular updates as to additional resources added for the event. AID STATIONS The Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon has set up 22 fullystaffed aid stations along the course that feature both water and Gatorade Endurance Formula (Lemon-Lime). Aid stations will be available regularly on the course, beginning at Mile 2 until Mile 25.
MEDICAL SUPPORT There is medical support at the start and finish lines as well as along the course. Beginning at Mile 6, medical tents are staged every two miles along the course Miles 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, and 24. Medical tents are located at the finish line and in the post food & fluid area on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica. Medical stations are staffed with volunteer physicians, nurses and assistants, and are coordinated by Keck Medicine of USC. MEDICAL ADVICE As more than 25,000 runners prepare to take to the streets of Los Angeles for the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon, Marathon Medical Director Glenn Ault, M.D. of Keck Medicine of USC reminds runners to take proper precautions for race day.
Dr. Ault offers the following preparation tips to all participants: ■ Hydrate. Drink the proper amount of fluids, both water and electrolytes. ■ Study the race course. Be aware of water and aid station locations. ■ Cover all exposed skin with sweat resistant sunscreen to prevent sunburn. ■ Listen to your body. If you’re dizzy, lightheaded, nauseous, vomiting or in a lot of pain, go to a water or medical station with staffed medical personnel and get help immediately. ■ Dress appropriately—avoid cotton fabrics, long sleeves and long pants. Wear lightweight, breathable fabrics (“technical” running gear) that will help to keep you cool. ■ At the finish line, keep moving to acclimate your body to a more sedentary state. Watch for “hot walkers” assigned to help runners keep moving if you need assistance.
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Forster Physical Therapy, the exclusive physical therapist for the LA Marathon, is holding a free Recovery Event in Santa Monica just blocks from the finish line. There will be free nutrition, hydration, massage, injury assessments and snacks along with discounted B-12 shots and hydration drips. 427 Wilshire Blvd., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join the Tea Lovers Festival for a teatime afternoon on Valentine’s Day, the organization’s exact 10th anniversary, as it celebrates a decade as a public event of spreading the love of tea through education and diverse cultural experiences. $10 a person, free for children under 12. Event tickets and info at http://TeaLoversFestival2016.eventb rite.com/. Fowler Museum at UCLA, 308 Charles E Young Dr., 2 - 5 p.m.
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The following is a summary of Ordinance Number 2509, which was adopted by the Santa Monica City Council at its meeting of January 26, 2016. Ordinance No. 2509 sets a minimum wage to be effective in the City of Santa Monica as follows: for employees of most businesses, a phased approach starting at $10.50 per hour as of July 1, 2016, and set to reach $15 per hour by July 1, 2020; and for hotel workers, in steps starting at $13.25 per hour as of July 1, 2016, and set to reach $15.37 per hour by July 1, 2017. Ordinance Number 2509 will become effective 30 days after its adoption. The full text of the ordinance is available from the Office of the City Clerk at 1685 Main Street, Santa Monica, California 90401, phone (310) 458-8211.
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offense, is essentially a holiday for women. After all, most Valentine’s commercials are for flowers, chocolates and diamonds, items not normally associated with male desires. Currently there’s a series of commercials airing for the Vermont Teddy Bears; humongous, stuffed animals that apparently women find irresistible. Instead of tall, dark and handsome, “Lovey Buddy” is tall, stuffed and furry. One commercial shows a young woman on the bed in sexy red lingerie and seemingly highly amorous with her furry friend. She gazes into his plastic eyes as if to say, “Where have you been all my life?” Or perhaps she’s saying, “You’re naked, (except for a bow tie) and now it’s my turn.” On the plus side for a Lovey Buddy for Valentine’s is that flowers eventually wilt and chocolates can put on weight. That, of course, leaves diamonds. But not many diamond rings start at $89.99, which is what a 3-foot Lovey Buddy costs (Shipping is extra). Or, you could get a 4-foot Lovey for $99.99 or a 6-foot Lovey for $199.99. In the commercials we see beautiful women hugging Lovey, curling up with Lovey or reading a book while stroking Lovey’s fur. Frankly, it’s a little disturbing. Is true love so difficult to find these days that we’re looking for it with a very large stuffed animal? Founded in 1981, the Vermont Teddy Bear Company is located in Burlington. I’ll say this, at least they have a sense of humor. For example, if you send them your email address they’ll make you a “Pre-Fur’d Member.” They have over 80 different bears, including an “Adult Teddy.” Holding a blindfold and handcuffs, he’s called the “Fifty Shades of Grey Bear.” Other than Teddy Bears and Bernie Sanders, Vermont is best known for its maple syrup, which comes from the sap of various maple trees in cold climates. (In February, I’m told it doesn’t get much colder than in Vermont.) . Maple trees are tapped by drilling holes into their trunks and collecting the exuded sap. It’s then processed by heating to evaporate the water, leaving the concentrated syrup. Actually, Quebec produces 3/4 of the world’s maple syrup, but Vermont is the largest U.S. producer and accounts for 5.5-percent of the global supply. (Where else can you get this essentially pointless information?) That brings us to Vermont U.S. Senator and presidential candidate, Bernie Sanders, whose candidacy a year ago might have been considered pointless. Not now. On Tuesday he had a huge (pronounced “yuge”) victory
over Hilary Clinton in the first in the nation primary in New Hampshire. Sanders received 60-percent of the popular vote, while Clinton got only 38-percent, meaning it was a bruising loss. (Meaning Bill is probably very crabby!) If you told me a year ago that a 74-yearold Jewish socialist from a state with a population of 627,000, the second smallest state in the country, would win a presidential primary, I might have called you meshugenah. (Yiddish for “bonkers.”) And yet, it seemed on Tuesday that all of New Hampshire was “feeling the Bern.” Before I forget, you’ve got to see last week’s “Saturday Night Live.” The guest host was Larry David, who plays a better Bernie than Bernie. One sketch was particularly hilarious, “Bern Your Enthusiasm!” (Google it asap.) The skit features David as Bernie on the day before the Iowa caucus with the SNL cast playing the characters from HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” It builds to a perfectly exasperating ending where Larry David, as Bernie, has only himself to blame for the exceedingly narrow loss in Iowa. Bernie Sanders actually showed up in person at SNL that night. In one sketch he, Larry David and the cast, spoofed the Titanic. In the bit, Bernie has had it with the 1-percent getting preferential treatment, even aboard a sinking ship. (Google “Bernie and Larry Titanic.”) But back to New Hampshire, Donald Trump also scored an overwhelming victory. However, at a rally the night before the election he promised he would “bring back waterboarding and worse.” Has he ever heard of a thing called the Geneva Convention? Speaking of “worse,” Trump was disparaging Ted Cruz when a woman in the crowd called the Florida senator an ugly epithet that rhymes with “wussy.” Inexplicably, The Donald had the woman shout out the offensive term and even repeated it for those who didn’t hear. Trump boasts he’s an evangelical and yet uses vile language and admits he’s never once asked God for forgiveness, one of the essential tenets of Christianity. Of course he proclaims he’s “pro veterans” but says, “John McCain is no hero.” Can you say hypocrite? That’s it for this week, gang. Have a happy Valentine’s. If you ordered a Lovey Buddy, I hope having a giant 6-foot stuffed animal around the house is... bear-able. (Sorry about that.) JACK is at facebook.com/jackneworth, twitter.com/jackneworth and jnsmdp@aol.com.
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like you can almost taste it.” Giolito has reason to believe his moment will come soon. The talented 21-year-old is currently listed as the No. 1 pitcher on the MLB list of the top 100 prospects, and he’s No. 3 overall behind infielder Corey Seager and outfielder Byron Buxton. He’s also been publicly supported by Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo, who has seemingly indicated that Giolito could work his way into the team’s rotation this year. “We are going to be caretaker [of] his workload and his innings,” Rizzo told MLB.com in December. “We expect big things from Lucas Giolito - not only in 2016, but down the road.” Expectations don’t seem to faze Giolito, the son of Rick Giolito and Lindsay Frost, who began playing baseball at a young age. He developed his skills in the Santa Monica Little League, where his father has served as a coach. Giolito attended Lincoln Middle School but left the local district for HarvardWestlake School in Studio City, where scouts fawned over his pitching power. After showcasing triple-digit speed, he quickly became one of the region’s top baseball prospects.
wrapped in beautiful legal prose, when you peel away the curtain what you find is corporate interest who ordinarily believe in property rights except when it is an inconvenience for them.” Simon said his clients are small business owners and private citizens who have received financial support from NBAA and AOPA because it would too expensive for a small business to fight the City without additional aid. “They couldn’t otherwise afford to fight the City, which has spent multi-millions of dollars to defend its illegal actions over the years,” he said. City officials said the new complaint was expected given the ongoing disputes over control of the airport. “The new Part 16 Complaint filed last Friday by National Business Aviation Association, Inc. (NBAA), an association representing 10,000 corporations nationwide, is yet another expensive example of corporate aviation interests bullying us to preserve amenities that benefit only the upper echelon that can afford traveling by private air,” said Mayor Tony Vazquez in a statement. “Our city council will continue our fight to protect the health and wellbeing of our community and surrounding neighborhoods.” Simon said blaming corporations might be an effective public relations strategy, but doing so has no bearing on the merits of the case. “The City will lose on most, if not all of, these claims, and then I will be very interested to see what their response is,” he said. “The City has no answer to most of these. The City basically just stole the money and has no explanation because there isn’t one.” A Part 16 complaint is an administrative hearing before the FAA. Federal rules require the hearing before any action can be taken in court. The FAA added the new complaint to their docket this week and doing so indicates the agency finds it credible enough to move forward. City Hall recently lost an unrelated Part 16 complaint regarding the mandated life of the airport and is appealing that ruling. editor@smdp.com
Then came the elbow trouble. The UCLA commit was diagnosed with a sprained ulnar collateral ligament during his senior season at Harvard-Westlake, an injury that jeopardized his draft status. He was taken 16th overall by Washington in 2012. And since undergoing Tommy John surgery later that year, Giolito has been on the rebound. He said the rehabilitation process has been physically and mentally demanding. “It’s been a long road,” he said. Whatever success Giolito finds in the future will be stacked on a foundation of promising work in the minors. In 2014 he went 10-2 with the Hagerstown (Md.) Suns, a Class A affiliate of the Nationals, recording 110 strikeouts and a 2.20 earned-run average over 20 games. Last year he struck out 131 batters and posted a 3.15 ERA in 117 innings, earning a stint with the Class AA Harrisburg (Pa.) Senators that was highlighted by a onehit, 11-strikeout performance in midAugust. Now, with Washington’s season opener less than two months away, Giolito is out to prove that he’s ready for the limelight. “It’s just a little bit more hard work,” he said. “I’ve got to keep playing well, and I hopefully I get my chance soon.” jeff@smdp.com
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Northbound 110, Hill St./Stadium Way, 3 - 9:35 a.m. Northbound 110, 110 N/B to 101 S/B Temple St., 3:10 - 9:42 a.m. Southbound 110, Hill St., 3 - 9:35 a.m. Southbound 110, Stadium Way, 3 - 9:35 a.m. Southbound 110, Sunset Blvd., 3 - 9:20 a.m. Southbound 101, Temple St., 3 - 10:05 a.m. Southbound 101, Broadway, 3 - 10:05 a.m. Northbound 101, Spring St., 3 - 9:50 a.m. Northbound 101, Grand Ave., 3 - 10:05 a.m. Northbound 101, Echo Park Ave./Glendale Blvd., 4 - 10:20 a.m. Northbound 101, Hollywood Blvd., 3:55 - 11:40 a.m. Northbound 101, Gower St. (Left turn lane), 3:55 - 11:18 a.m. Northbound 101, Highland Blvd., 4 a.m. - 12 p.m. Southbound 101, Highland Blvd., 4:05 - 11:44 a.m. Southbound 101, Vine St. (Right turn lane), 3:55 - 11:18 a.m. Southbound 101, Gower St. (Right turn lane), 3:55 - 11:18 a.m. Southbound 101, Hollywood Blvd., 3:55 - 11:18 a.m. Southbound 405, Santa Monica Blvd. (Left lane), 4:45 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. Southbound 405, Wilshire Blvd. (eastbound), 4:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Southbound 405, Wilshire Blvd. (westbound), 4:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 2016 COURSE CLOSURES
Elysian Park Ave. from Dodger Stadium to Sunset Blvd 4 a.m. - 9 a.m. Sunset Blvd. from Innes Ave. to Figueroa St. 4 - 9:20 a.m. Cesar Chavez Ave. from Bunker Hill to Alameda St. 4 - 9:32 a.m. Broadway from Cesar Chavez Ave. to Alpine St. 4 - 9:35 a.m. Alpine St. from Hill St. to Alameda St. 4 - 9:35 a.m. Spring St. from College St. to 2nd St. 4 - 9:35 a.m. Main St. from E. Cesar Chavez Ave. to 3rd St. 4 - 9:50 a.m. 1st St. from Hope St. to Alameda St. 4 - 9:50 a.m. Central Ave. from 1st St. to 3rd St. 4 - 9:50 a.m. 2nd St. from Alameda St. to Broadway 4 - 9:50 a.m. Grand Ave. from Cesar Chavez Ave. to 2nd St. 4 - 10:05 a.m. Temple St. from Alameda St. to Glendale Blvd 4 - 10:20 a.m. Edgeware Rd. from Temple St. to Boston St. 4 - 10:20 a.m. Bellevue Ave. from Sunset Blvd to Glendale Blvd 4 - 10:20 a.m. Glendale Blvd from Temple St. to Sunset Blvd 4 - 10:40 a.m. Sunset Blvd from Echo Park Ave. to Virgil Ave. 4 - 11:10 a.m. Hollywood Blvd from Hillhurst Ave. La to Brea 4 - 12 Noon Orange Ave. from Hollywood Blvd to Sunset Blvd 4 a.m. - 12 Noon Sunset Blvd from Highland Ave. to Doheny Dr. 5 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. San Vicente Blvd. from Sunset Blvd. to Melrose Ave. 5 a.m. -1 p.m. Santa Monica Blvd. from La Cienega Blvd. to Sierra Dr. 5 a.m. - 1 p.m. Doheny Dr. from Nemo St. to Wilshire Blvd. 5 a.m. - 1 p.m. Burton Way from Robertson Blvd. to Rexford Dr. 5 a.m. - 1 p.m. S Santa Monica Blvd. from Rexford Dr. to Moreno Blvd. 5 a.m. - 1 p.m. Rodeo Dr. from Santa Monica Blvd. to Wilshire Blvd. 5 a.m. -1 p.m. Wilshire Blvd. from Beverly Dr. to Santa Monica Blvd. 5 a.m. - 1 p.m. Santa Monica Blvd. from Wilshire Blvd. to Sepulveda Blvd. 5 a.m. - 1:50 p.m. Sepulveda Blvd. from Santa Monica Blvd. to Wilshire Ave. 5 a.m. - 2:04 p.m. Wilshire Blvd. (WBLanes) from Sepulveda Blvd. to Barry Ave. 5 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. Barry Ave. from Wilshire Blvd. to Goshen St. 5 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. Goshen St. from Barry Ave. to San Vicente Blvd. 5 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. Ocean Ave. from San Vicente Blvd. to Pico Blvd. 5 a.m. - 5 p.m. San Vicente Blvd. (Eastbound lanes ONLY) from Ocean Ave. to 26th St. - 5 a.m. - 5p.m. Westbound lanes will remain open. No cross traffic allowed. Ocean Ave. from San Vicente Blvd. to Colorado Ave. - 5 a.m. -5 p.m. 2015 ADDITIONAL STREET CLOSURES
The following streets are “Local Access Only” as they are not on the actual race course. Residents needing access to these streets can approach the street closure and ask for Local Access. Los Angeles (Elysian Park, Downtown, Echo Park, Silver Lake) Stadium Way from Scott Ave. to Chavez Ravine Pl 4 - 9 a.m. Figueroa St. from Alpine St. to 2nd St. 4 - 10:05 a.m. Hill St. from Ord St. to 2nd St. 4 - 10:05 a.m. Ord St. from Hill St. to Alameda St. 4 - 9:35 a.m. Los Angeles St. from Arcadia St. to 3rd St. 4 - 9:50 a.m. Judge John Aiso from Temple to St. 3rd St. 4 - 9:50 a.m. Broadway from Temple St. to 2nd St. 4 - 10:05 a.m. Hope St. from Temple St. to 1st St. 4 - 10:05 a.m. Dewap Rd from Temple St. to 1st St. 4 - 10:05 a.m. Beaudry Ave. from Sunset Blvd. to 1st St. 4 - 10:05 a.m. Alvarado St. from Glendale Blvd. to Temple St. 4 - 10:40 a.m. Griffith Park Blvd. from Effie St. to Sunset Blvd. 4 - 10:55 a.m. Santa Monica Blvd. from Sunset Blvd. to Hoover St./Myra Ave. 4 - 10:55 a.m. Fountain Ave. from Myra Ave. to Virgil Ave. 4 - 10:55 a.m. HOLLYWOOD
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The action taken this week removed the 10 mistakes from the municipal code, altered speed limits on some narrow streets and also allowed they City to make refinements to some streets that were surveyed but not altered last time. The new survey resulted in some reductions, but also a pair of increases on Marine and 4th Street. Councilman Ted Winterer said residents along Marine wanted the speed lowered and asked if there was any way to deviate from the state law. Traffic engineer Andrew Maximous said the revised survey required the 30 mph limit, but the City can install crosswalks, stop signs, speed feedback signs or other
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Wilshire Boulevard from 35 to 30 mph, Barnard Way between Ocean Park Boulevard and Neilson Way from 30 to 25 mph, Exposition Boulevard between Stewart Street and Centinela from 30 to 25 mph, Lincoln Boulevard between San Vicente Boulevard and Montana Avenue from 30 to 25 mph and Ocean Park Boulevard between Lincoln Boulevard and 14th Street from 35 to 30 mph. Three streets had speed limits set to 15 mph based on an engineering and traffic survey that showed the streets to be less than 25 feet wide: Bryn Mawr Avenue from 16th Street to 18th Street, Sunset Avenue from 16th Street to Dewey Street and Wellesley Avenue from Ashland Avenue to 18th Street. Two streets will have increased speed limits. 4th Street between Colorado Avenue and Pico Boulevard from 25 to 30 mph and Marine Street between Lincoln Boulevard and 17th Street from 25 to 30 mph. measures to try to lower speeds in the area. He said reducing the speed below 30 mph would limit police to pacing speeding vehicles but the length and configuration of Marine makes pacing practically impossible. Councilman Kevin McKeown suggested a “Hail Mary” pass of reclassifying the street as “local” thereby dropping to the default limit of 25 mph. However, those classifications are set by the state and while residents might consider roads like Marine, Dewey, 11th, 14th or 17th as “local” the state defines them differently, requiring adherence to the survey system. In passing the motion, McKeown asked staff to research the Caltrans classifications to see if the City can request its streets be reclassified. “The important part is for us to find a way to be less shackled to the state rule,” he said.
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FRIDAY – FAIR – SURF: 3-4 ft waist to shoulder high occ. 5ft Long period new WNW swell on the rise. Most size for winter magnets in the afternoon - 5’+ sets. New SSW swell picks up. Incoming tide in the morning.
Disturbance of the peace, 2000 block of Ocean, 12:26 a.m. Grand theft auto, 1700 block of Ocean Park, 12:43 a.m. Suspicious vehicle, 1600 block of 16th, 12:51 a.m. Burglary, 2300 block of Ocean Park, 1:09 a.m. Party complaint, 1200 block of Yale, 2:38 a.m. Suspicious person, 1700 block of Main, 5:00 a.m. Disturbance at a business, 1000 block of Wilshire, 5:52 a.m. Burglary, 3100 block of 4th, 7:34 a.m. Vandalism, 1900 block of Lincoln, 1900 block of Lincoln, 7:56 a.m. Hit and run, 2300 block of Wilshire, 8:31 a.m. Hit and run, 600 block of Ashland, 9:12 a.m. Grand theft, 2000 block of Main, 10:33 a.m. Drinking in public, 600 block of California, 10:49 a.m. Grand theft auto, 2600 block of 31st, 10:59 a.m. Disturbance of the peace, 500 block of Strand, 11:34 a.m. Traffic collision, Centinela/Exposition, 11:39 a.m.
Threats, 500 block of Olympic, 11:40 a.m. Person down, 1200 block of Wilshire, 12:04 p.m. Traffic collision, 2600 block of Lincoln, 12:19 p.m. Traffic collision, Cloverfield/Olympic, 12:55 p.m. Burglary, 200 block of 25th, 1:12 p.m. Elder abuse, 500 block of San Vicente, 1:22 p.m. Elder abuse, 1700 block of 11th, 1:23 p.m. Traffic collision, Stewart/Olympic, 1:27 p.m. Family disturbance, 1800 block of 20th, 1:38 p.m. Rape, 2900 block of 4th, 2:16 p.m. Assault, 3200 block of Pico, 2:55 p.m. Prostitution, 1400 block of Euclid, 3:07 p.m. Disturbance of the peace, 1500 block of 9th, 4:48 p.m. 72 hour psychiatric hold, 2400 block of Wilshire, 5:07 p.m. Traffic collision, 10th/Arizona, 5:28 p.m. Hit and run, 1500 block of 4th, 6:08 p.m. Grand theft auto, 1500 block of 4th, 6:08 p.m. DUI, 26th/Montana, 6:14 p.m. Battery, 2200 block of Colorado, 6:40 p.m. 72 hour psychiatric hold, 2400 block of Wilshire, 7:19 p.m. Death, 800 block of Stanford, 7:54 p.m. Armed robbery, 24th/Georgina, 8:32 p.m. Disturbance of the peace, 1700 block of Ocean, 9:22 p.m. Traffic collision, Lincoln/Grant, 9:41 p.m. Threats, 300 block of Civic Center, 11:10 p.m.
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The Santa Monica Fire Department responded to 32 calls for service on Feb. 10. HERE IS A SAMPLING OF THOSE CALLS CHOSEN BY THE SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS STAFF. Trash/dumpster fire, Ocean/Broadway, 2:59 a.m. EMS, 1800 block of 16th, 3:52 a.m. EMS, 1400 block of 2nd, 5:13 a.m. EMS, 2100 block of Delaware, 7:36 a.m. Miscellaneous outside fire, Stewart/Olympic, 7:51 a.m. EMS, 2700 block of 6th, 7:53 a.m. EMS, 1800 block of Cloverfield, 7:54 a.m. EMS, 1100 block of 3rd, 7:57 a.m. EMS, 1300 block of 15th, 9:32 a.m. EMS, 1100 block of Wilshire, 10:29 a.m. EMS, 1300 block of Wilshire, 10:36 a.m.
EMS, 2400 block of Santa Monica, 10:39 a.m. EMS, 800 block of 2nd, 11:05 a.m. EMS, 1700 block of Main, 11:59 a.m. EMS, 1200 block of Wilshire, 12:05 p.m. EMS, 2600 block of Lincoln, 12:20 p.m. EMS, Centinela/I-10, 12:35 p.m. EMS, Cloverfield/Olympic, 12:54 p.m. EMS, 1700 block of Cloverfield, 3:34 p.m. EMS, Lincoln/Pico, 4:50 p.m. EMS, 10th/Arizona, 5:18 p.m. Automatic alarm, 2000 block of 5th, 5:24 p.m. EMS, 1100 block of 7th, 5:55 p.m. EMS, 1200 block of 9th, 6:18 p.m. EMS, 3rd Street Prom/Arizona, 9:00 p.m. EMS, Lincoln/Grant, 9:40 p.m. EMS, 2200 block of Wilshire, 9:54 p.m. EMS, 1300 block of Wilshire, 10:22 p.m. Automatic alarm, 1400 block of 5th, 11:08 p.m. EMS, 1600 block of California, 11:12 p.m. EMS, 800 block of 4th, 11:44 p.m. EMS, 1600 block of Ocean, 11:50 p.m.
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■ Chutzpah! (1) Michael Leonard, 53, was charged in December with stealing a package that moments earlier had been dropped off by a courier. The delivery was to a Prince George’s County, Maryland, police station, and Leonard, hanging around in the station (to register as a sex offender), walked out with the package when no one was looking. (However, a station surveillance camera caught his face.) (2) Sean Lyons, 23, wanted on an Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, arrest warrant since October as a drug dealer, was arrested in January -at the police station, where officers recognized him when he came to give information as a victim of an unrelated hit-and-run accident.
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BE IMPULSIVE INSTES OF CONTROLLING, SCORPIO ARIES (March 21-April 19)
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★★ A shake-up around midday will force you
★★★★ You might be unusually serious. You
to regroup and look at a personal matter that’s important to you. Nothing is as serious as it first appears to be. You have a tendency to manifest what you want -- just make sure that it’s something you truly want. Tonight: Go for the moment.
are determined to accomplish a key matter or carry out a key discussion. An element of chaotic excitement runs through everyone’s day in some form. Recognize that your timing could be off. Postpone for now. Tonight: TGIF.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★ You could feel as if certain situations are working against you. You can’t change the social scene, and you can’t control anyone but you. A sudden insight becomes likely if you choose to listen more carefully. This could be instrumental to your well-being. Tonight: Enjoy the moment.
★★★★ You might want to rethink a personal decision that has the potential to affect your daily life. If your focus involves a health matter, check in with a doctor before making any kind of dramatic change. Think before you act. Tonight: Be impulsive instead of controlling.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★★★ You might be pleased with the out-
★★★★ You could be overly tired, but because
come of a meeting. Whether it involves work or some other type of commitment does not matter. You usually don’t mix your social life with your professional life, but you could make a new friend nonetheless. Tonight: Let it all hang out.
of an element of high stress and anxiety, you might not even realize it. Ride the adrenalin wave with care, and use it to accomplish what you must. Know that you will need a few days off soon. Tonight: Stop pushing yourself so hard.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★ You might be unusually emotional and abrupt in your dealings with others. Don’t be surprised if, when this mood passes, you forget about the issue altogether. People still might remember your sarcasm, though. Be careful. Tonight: Out till the wee hours.
★★★ You seem to be quieter than usual. A close loved one will be observing you, and might voice his or her concern. Listen to your sixth sense when dealing with an important financial decision that has implications. Tonight: Happiest with one special person.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★★ You could be taken aback by some-
★★★★ You are unlikely to jump hurdles right now, especially since all you want is to have a conversation. You will achieve a goal, but it will take more work than you think. Remain optimistic. Take your time and assess whether this path is the only one. Tonight: At a favorite spot.
one’s unpredictability and/or sudden news. In any case, you have what it takes to deal with what comes down the pike. You’re likely to have a knee-jerk reaction, after which you will detach. Tonight: Feed your mind, then relax with a favorite game.
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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ Recognize that you keep a key person close because of his or her unpredictability and ability to think outside the box. However, there are moments when you could become frustrated with this person. Try to hold back judgment and just enjoy what is. Tonight: Visit over dinner.
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★★★ Examine the pros and cons of a financial decision. You might want to check out other options first. You are resourceful, but don’t hesitate to reach out to someone else for his or her ideas. There’s no such thing as getting too much feedback. Tonight: Pay bills, then decide.
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JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: ★★★★★Dynamic ★★ So-So ★★★★ Positive ★ Difficult ★★★ Average
This year you will incorporate a lot of excitement into your daily life. Some observers wonder how you can tolerate so much change or upheaval. You know the importance of maintaining a healthy perspective. If you are single, you are likely to meet your next sweetie in the most unpredictable way. Just go about living your life, and experience what people have to offer. If you are attached, your relationship with your sweetie is very important to you. Remember to nurture your friendship as well. ARIES enjoys your company!
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HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:00am - 5:00pm
LOCATION 1640 5th Street, Suite 218, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2016
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Certified Pre-Owned Sales Event
W.I. SIMONSON A Mercedes-Benz Dealer
Januaryy 13 3 - Februaryy 29,, 2016 For a limited time, enjoy two years of pre-paid maintenance service, an unlimited mileage CPO warranty, a one month payment credit and financing for as low as 0.99% on a Certified Pre-Owned Mercedes-Benz.
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ
GLC300 SUV
$
449
Per Mo PlusTax 36 Month Lease $4863 total due at signing
Available only to qualified customers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services at participating dealers through February 01, 2016. Not everyone will qualify. Advertised 36 months lease payment based on MSRP of $41,725 less the suggested dealer contribution resulting in a total gross capitalized cost of $41,235. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Includes Destination Charge, Premium 1 Package, Blind Spot Assist and Heated Front Seats. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $16,164. Cash due at signing includes $3,399 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee and first month's lease payment of $449. No security deposit required. Total payments equal $20,358. At lease end, lessee pays for any amounts due under the lease, any official fees and taxes related to the scheduled termination, excess wear and use plus $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles, and $595 vehicle turn-in fee. Purchase option at lease end for $25,452 plus taxes (and any other fees and charges due under the applicable lease agreement) in example shown. Subject to credit approval. Specific vehicles are subject to availability and may have to be ordered. See participating dealer for details. Please always wear your seat belt, drive safely and obey speed limits.
2015 MERCEDES-BENZ
CLA250 Coupe
$
329
Per Mo PlusTax 36 Month Lease $3623 total due at signing
Available only to qualified customers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services at participating dealers through February 01, 2016. Not everyone will qualify. Advertised 36 months lease payment based on MSRP of $34,725 less the suggested dealer contribution resulting in a total gross capitalized cost of $33,400. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Includes Destination Charge and Premium 1 Package. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $11,844. Cash due at signing includes $2,499 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee and first month's lease payment of $329. No security deposit required. Total payments equal $15,138. At lease end, lessee pays for any amounts due under the lease, any official fees and taxes related to the scheduled termination, excess wear and use plus $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles, and $595 vehicle turn-in fee. Purchase option at lease end for $21,877 plus taxes (and any other fees and charges due under the applicable lease agreement) in example shown. Subject to credit approval. Specific vehicles are subject to availability and may have to be ordered. See participating dealer for details. Please always wear your seat belt, drive safely and obey speed limits.
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ
C300 Sedan
$
399
Per Mo PlusTax 36 Month Lease $4553 total due at signing
Available only to qualified customers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services at participating dealers through February 01, 2016. Not everyone will qualify. Advertised 36 months lease payment based on MSRP of $41,125 less the suggested dealer contribution resulting in a total gross capitalized cost of $40,192. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Includes Destination Charge, Premium 1 Package and Blind Spot Assist. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $14,364. Cash due at signing includes $3,359 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee and first month's lease payment of $399. No security deposit required. Total payments equal $18,518. At lease end, lessee pays for any amounts due under the lease, any official fees and taxes related to the scheduled termination, excess wear and use plus $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles, and $595 vehicle turn-in fee. Purchase option at lease end for $25,909 plus taxes (and any other fees and charges due under the applicable lease agreement) in example shown. Subject to credit approval. Specific vehicles are subject to availability and may have to be ordered. See participating dealer for details. Please always wear your seat belt, drive safely and obey speed limits.
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ
E350 Sportt Sedan
$
529
Per Mo PlusTax 36 Month Lease $5073 total due at signing
Available only to qualified customers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services at participating dealers through February 01, 2016. Not everyone will qualify. Advertised 36 months lease payment based on MSRP of $58,205 less the suggested dealer contribution resulting in a total gross capitalized cost of $54,680. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect your actual lease payment. Includes Destination Charge and Premium 1 Package. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $19,044. Cash due at signing includes $3,749 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee and first month's lease payment of $529. No security deposit required. Total payments equal $23,588. At lease end, lessee pays for any amounts due under the lease, any official fees and taxes related to the scheduled termination, excess wear and use plus $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles, and $595 vehicle turn-in fee. Purchase option at lease end for $34,341 plus taxes (and any other fees and charges due under the applicable lease agreement) in example shown. Subject to credit approval. Specific vehicles are subject to availability and may have to be ordered. See participating dealer for details. Please always wear your seat belt, drive safely and obey speed limits.
Certified Pre-Owned Sales Event Going on Until February 29th. 2006 Mazda
2006 Infiniti
2004 Volvo
5 Sport.................................$5,991 M35..........................................$6,981 S60...........................................$6,981 Tilt/Tele Whl, 3rd Row Seat, FM/CD, Keyless T60121638
Navigation, Rear Camera, Sunroof T6M103643
Dual Frt AC, 31MPG Hwy, Keyless, Sunroof T42412167
2007 BMW
2005 BMW
2008 Jeep
328i..........................................$8,981 Z4 2.5i ......................................$9,481 Grd Cherokee .........$10,182 Dual Front/Rear AC, Moonroof, CD/MP3, Low Miles T7KX80595
CD/MP3, PW/PS, AC, Keyless T5LS56000
Keyless, Pwr Leather Htd Seats, DVD/LCD Monitors T8C199875
2010 Toyota
2008 Acura
2010 Mercedes-Benz
Prius III..............................$12,481 TL..........................................$13,282 C300...................................$13,991 51 MPG City, CD/MP3, PW/PS, KeylessTA0018972
Power Leather Seats, Moonroof, DVD, Htd Front Seats T8A018783
Premium Pkg, Multi-Media Pkg, Navigation, Wallnut Trim TAF408785
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