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SMMUSD separation would likely take at least three years County official outlines roadmap for possible split

Oregon based company says it will focus on Pacific Northwest stores BY JEFFREY I. GOODMAN Daily Press Staff Writer

The Santa Monica-Malibu school district took another step towards possible separation last week when the local Board of Education examined the complex procedures for splitting the district. A county education official laid out for the school board the numerous layers of review and regulation involved in the process, which has gained support among some SMMUSD stakeholders in recent months. The presentation by Allison Deegan, regionalized business services coordinator for the L.A. County Office of Education, came as the district continues facing a

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OPEN FOR NOW: The store on Lincoln Blvd., could close as Haggen wants to leave the state.

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Haggen has announced plans to abandon the Pacific Southwest market, meaning the chain will close or sell all of its California locations including the Santa Monica store. The company filed for bankruptcy on September 10 and at that time announced some store closures. However, in a September 24 announcement the company expanded the list of closures and said it would realign operations around 37 core stores with one standalone pharmacy in the Pacific Northwest as part of its Chapter 11 process. Haggen said it has been actively working to explore market interest for its store locations in California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington and Nevada. Haggen was a small grocery chain based in

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Washington State in 2014 that exploded almost overnight when it said it would purchase 146 stores that Safeway/Albertsons were forced to sell when the two giants merged. Haggen grew from 18 stores with 16 pharmacies to 164 stores with 106 pharmacies; from 2,000 employees to more than 10,000 employees. The company ran into trouble almost immediately and was unable to turn a profit from many of its new stores. At the time of purchase, Haggen said it would rely on cooperation from the newly merged Albertsons/Safeway to facilitate the transition process. However, Haggen contends that Albertsons actively derailed the transition process the two have filed lawsuits against each other as a result of the sale. In a statement, Haggen said it is asking for SEE CLOSURE PAGE 10

Pacifica girls enter season on Cloud Nine With nine seniors, Seawolves hunting for ninth-straight league title BY JEFFREY I. GOODMAN

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A musical anniversary Music director at First UMC to be honored for 50 years of service BY JENNIFER MAAS Daily Press Staff Writer

It can be very confusing when coach Bronson Oliveira gives instructions to the Pacifica Christian girls volleyball team,. His 12-player roster has two players named Liz as well as two Samanthas, not to mention a Maddie and a Maddy. “A lot of times we’ll go by numbers in practice: ‘8 over here, 10 over there,’” he said. “Nobody has nicknames. They’re not helping me

This Sunday the congregation of First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica will celebrate Dr. James “Jim” Smith's 50th anniversary as director of music for the church. The church has invited everyone to worship at 10 a.m. in the church sanctuary, where their chancel choir will debut a new anthem created by “world-renowned” composer Kirke Mechem, which was commissioned by the church to honor Smith. Throughout his time at First UMC, Smith “has supported

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slew of potential challenges, including bond allocations and centralized fundraising as well as chemical testing and cleanup. The regional impacts would be “significant,” Deegan said of splitting the district into Santa Monica and Malibu entities. Deegan explained that there are several ways to get the ball rolling on separation, which would likely take at least three years. One is a petition with signatures from registered voters, and Deegan said having 10-percent participation among voters in the district could expedite the process slightly. The signatures are then vetted by county registrar officials.

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September 26 Citywide Yard Sale Residents and community organizations within the City of Santa Monica are invited to register and hold a yard, block or group sale at their homes, schools, churches, etc, with the permission of the property owners. For more information about the Citywide Yard Sale or to register online visit www.smgov.net/r3. You may also register over the phone by calling (310) 458-2223. Citywide, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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Hot Sauce Workshop with Chef Rachael Narins In this hands-on class, Chef Rachael Narins will teach you all about working with chiles. The workshop will begin with a quick overview of chile varieties as we sample a few various hot sauces and discuss how they differ. Then we'll get to work, making three recipes (with lots of room for customization). Cost $45 + $5 cash material fee. Register at https://apm.activecommunities.com/s antamonicarecreation/Activity_Searc SEE LISTINGS PAGE 3

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Characteristics of Gifted Children Dr. Barbara Klein, author of "The Challenges of GIfted Children," will share strategies for parenting gifted children, including how to identify key characteristics, finding the right school that will match your child's learning strengths and challenges, and dealing with social and emotional issues. Montana Avenue Branch Library, 1704 Montana Ave., 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Banned Books Week Movie Screening: James & the Giant Peach (1996)

OPCC's 10 Under $20 Wine and Cheese Fundraiser Curated by The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, experts will service 10 delicious wines that are all under $20 a bottle. All proceeds benefit OPCC. Cost $100 per person. Purchase tickets at http://www.opcc.net/. Address and other details will be provided upon RSVP. 6 - 9 p.m.

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Tim Burton-protégé Henry Selick directed this sumptuous stop-motion animated version of Roald Dahl's classic children's novel about an orphan boy who escapes to New York City with the help of a few fantastical creatures. (79 min.) Main Library, Martin Luther King Jr. Auditorium, 601 Santa Monica Blvd., 3 4:30 p.m.

Beach=Culture: 'Fixtures,' a site-specific dance

Rebecca Bruno concludes her residency at the Beach House with a meditative new work set in the Courtyard and Garden. Dancers: Samantha Mohr and Rebecca Bruno; Costume Design: Lynn Ellen Bathke; Music: Sam Widaman. This work is set outside with some audience movement; wear sun protection and comfortable shoes. Saturday & Sunday performances will be followed by a talkback and discussion with the artists. Annenberg Community Beach House, Terrace Lounge, 415 PCH, 4 - 6 p.m. RSVP at http://annenbergbeachhouse.com/beac hculture.

The play investigates the archetypal origins of Snow White, contrasting the familiar and charming Perrault version with the darker, more ancient and disturbing tale recorded by the brothers Grimm. Grotesque farce and romantic fantasy blend in a fairy tale for adults. Tickets are $23 general admission and $20 seniors/students. They are available online at www.morgan-wixson.org or by phone at (310) 828-7519. Santa Monica's Morgan-Wixson Theatre, 2627 Pico Blvd., 8 p.m.

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traces pt. 2: an archive of uncovering Opening reception of Lukaza BranfmanVerissimo's solo show with themes relating to the history of Santa Monica. Bring an object to share. Bolivar Gallery, 1741 Ocean Park Blvd., 8 - 10 p.m. Performance at 8:30 p.m.

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Mattel Party on the Pier The 16th annual Mattel Party on the Pier benefiting Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA on September 27, at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier is gearing up to be a fun-filled day. To purchase tickets or for more information on the event, please visit www.partyonthepier.ucla.edu/

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ROOTED AMERICA is a traveling residency chronicling a trail of rhythm, voices, movement and images, honoring the ways that sculptors, musicians, printmakers, theatre creators, choreographers, quilters and artmakers of all kinds are making their mark throughout the United States. For this event, all are welcome to learn about their “mobile residency” experience and gather to get a taste of creating dance with Suchi and prints using monotype and collograph techniques with Lukaza. As with all Camera Obscura Art Lab events, this is geared toward 18+, and depending on attendance, participants may come away with some choreography or a print. More info about their project at rootedamerica.tumblr.com. 1450 Ocean, 12 2 p.m., https://apm.activecommunities.com/santamonicarecreation/Activity_Search/46526

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homeless, whereas Trump thinks “they're all losers.” The Pope has repeatedly called for countries to be more welcoming of migrants and refugees. The Donald has referred to illegal immigrants as “rapists, murderers and drug dealers.” Pope Francis has called on world leaders to fight global warming, including an encyclical that blamed a materialistic, wasteful society for the destruction of the environment. The Donald blames global warming on the Chinese, whom he theorizes created it to sabotage our economy. When a questioner at a Trump town hall meeting in New Hampshire said, “We have a problem in this country and it's Muslims,” and asserted that Obama “is not an American,” the Donald didn't feel obligated to correct him. The man was obviously racist and yet, as featured on 60 Minutes this Sunday, Trump told Scott Pelley “You don't know he's a bigot.” Leading the birther movement in 2011, Trump boasted that he had sent private detectives to Hawaii to uncover Obama's birth records, “And what they've found is unbelievable!” And yet Trump never shared that valuable information with the world. Could it be, because like himself, it was bogus? Typically never taking responsibility, Trump now blames Hillary for the birther movement. Go figure. Shockingly thin-skinned, the Donald stays up late at night vengefully tweeting personal attacks at his many enemies. He made a vulgar reference to Megyn Kelly's menstrual cycle but, later, said he was referring to her nose. (Huh?) He criticized Carly Fiorina's face but, inexplicably, said he was referring to her persona. Having dodged the Vietnam draft with four deferments, Trump claimed John McCain was no war hero. And considerably overweight himself, Trump also claimed Heidi Klum “is no longer a 10.” (Begging the question, who is he to judge?) The Pope's message is one of joy and hope. The Donald's is one of bigotry and narcissism. In his latest “Trump Tantrum,” he tweeted that he was boycotting Fox News, whining, “They're not fair to me.” ( Aw, poor Donald.) In South Carolina, he spoke to a room shockingly half-empty. It's unlikely, but could the two mark the beginning of the end? Truly, the Pope brings tears of joy to my eyes, whereas the Donald brings a knot to my stomach. JACK is at facebook.com/jackneworth, twitter.com/jackneworth and jnsmdp@aol.com.

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SICARIO Rated R 121 Minutes Limited Release September 18 / Wide Release October 2 The opening title screens of the film Sicario flash the meaning of the term - it is the word for “hit man” or “assassin” in modern Mexico/ or in ancient history, a band of zealots who stealthily hunted the Romans who had overtaken their city. It is important that there is not one simple meaning to this term, as you will see in experiencing this film…and it is an experience. Pay attention to detail all the way through this film. In the beginning, note the rhythm of the “heartbeat” sounds, the long shots and the close-ups, the eyes. Most of what is communicated is done without words. When there are words they are concise and succinct, eloquent and in character. You can see the dust particles in the daytime scenes. In later night-vision scenes the particles are there as bright specs of light, giving the visuals a continuity and realism. Every detail has a meaning. Director Denis Villeneuve and his team are so skilled at the art of film that even the aerial shots convey deep sadness, and silent close-ups register confusion, loss and fear. This is Villeneuve's best film yet. Most of his work has been lower budget films and shorts, many of which won nominations and awards. His best-known work to this point, the excellent thriller Prisoners, does not have the impactful scope of this film. Villeneuve did however, bring three of his filmmakers from Prisoners to make Sicario: legendary cinematographer Roger Deakins, production designer Patrice Vermette and composer Johann Johannson - three of the best in the business. Great directors are a joy to work with, and their team will follow them to the next project whenever possible. Johannson, who also scored Theory of Everything, has created a sound presence that disappears into the rhythm of the story. That's what a score should do - a level of artistry very difficult for film composers to reach. Watch the breathtaking understated performances from Emily Blunt, James Brolin and Benicio del Toro. Each of their characters has flaws and these great actors have embraced the imperfections without flinching. The whole narrative of the first few earthshaking minutes of the film is told in Emily Blunt's eyes. Del Toro and Brolin walk the line between good and evil with the sensitivity of tightrope artists. Their characters are, above all, human. Every minor character, even if on screen for just moments, makes an impact. The story told here is universal. The backdrop is the Mexican drug wars, depicting the

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No comic character gets as much flak as Superman. I'm sure you have either heard or thought to yourself “He's too powerful” “He's a goody two-shoes” “Batman is better” or something similar. I'm here to dissuade you from your opinions on Superman. The best Superman stories offer something more than just a character for Clark Kent to punch. I would be considered “too powerful” if I only played basketball against second graders. The writers of Superman don't have him fight human bank robbers for 700 issues in a row. He's had to fight Gods, time-travelers, King Kong, robots, and even Muhammad Ali. A character is only “too powerful” if the writers don't know how to generate conflict, and with over 10,000 comic books featuring Superman, there are plenty to choose from where he faces a sufficiently dangerous threat. The idea of a character that is so inherently good, he fights for the equality of all humans. That's something we can all read, enjoy, and learn from. That should not be the first criticism leveled at Superman, it should be the first defense of Superman. A character that is the manifestation of the heights of humanity is boring? And he also punches giant robots? That sounds exciting, inspiring, and uplifting. The argument inevitably comes to “Batman or Superman” - like they are Coke

and Pepsi, UCLA and USC. YOU CAN'T POSSIBLY LIKE BOTH! First off - you most certainly can like both. Secondly, Superman has had to fly into the center of the Sun after it had been damaged by another, evil sun computer. Batman punches mentally ill people in the face. Let's maybe give Superman another chance. The stories of Batman and Superman take place on different levels, and there is no need to compare them. We can love both characters! If you are still not convinced, then please pick up the comic “All Star Superman” from your local comic book shop. It has everything you could want from a story, let alone a Superman story. Never before has one comic book been so unanimously praised as the definitive work of a single character. All Star Superman is a peerless book. A great adventure story that mirrors the 12 heroic labors of Hercules - All Star Superman is poignant, fun, imaginative, and beautiful. In other words - it is EVERYTHING you could want in a comic. If you buy your copy from HiDeHo Comics and you don't like it, we will give you a full refund. That is how much I am sure you will love Superman if you just give him a chance.

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middle blocker Ella Hix recovers from a knee injury. “I’m trying to get a feel for everybody and figure out everybody’s role,” Oliveira said. “But it’s going pretty well right now. Everybody’s happy with the direction we’re going in.” At the helm of the program is Oliveira, a 2006 graduate of Santa Monica High School who replaces Julie Bennett. Oliveira, who recently spent two seasons as a junior varsity coach and varsity assistant at Calabasas, is familiar with Pacifica because he was the volleyball program’s freshman coach in 2012 and has worked at the school occasionally as a substitute teacher. The team kicked off its current campaign with a 3-0 (25-9, 25-6, 25-12) sweep of New Roads on Sept. 1. The Seawolves then posted mixed results at the Laguna Blanca tournament four days later in Santa Barbara, topping Malibu and Carpinteria but falling to Santa Ynez and Palm Springs in abridged matches. Pacifica found its groove Sept. 9 with a 30 (25-6, 25-13, 25-6) rout of Los AngelesPilibos on the road thanks in part to Hook, who had 10 kills, two aces and two blocks. Daly added seven kills and sophomore outside hitter Thalia Rakosky chipped in six for the Seawolves. “There’s a little bit of a learning curve, but it’s been a pretty smooth transition,” Oliveira said. “It’s been great. The girls have been really receptive, and we’ve got lots of leadership. They’re taking charge.” jeff@smdp.com

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countless musicians, restored and tuned innumerable pianos, overseen the development and maintenance of our organ, and added a grand piano to the mix,” wrote the church's senior minister, Reverend Patricia Farris. “He has worked with talented vocalists and composers. His music has delighted the hearts of many throughout the community. But to my mind, most praiseworthy of all is his ability to make ordinary folks sound and feel like God's own heavenly choir, coaxing gorgeous music from mere mortals week in and week out, all to the praise and glory of God.” BUILDING A HISTORY

Smith, turning 75-years-old next week, came from a musical and religious family with a Methodist minister for a father and a mother who dabbled in piano. He began his career at First UMC in June of 1965 when he arrived in California to work on his doctorate at USC. During his first week in town he applied for the position of choir director, even though it was a fulltime position for which the church had already interviewed over 20 people. Smith was asked to attend a music committee meeting, during which the choir happened to be rehearsing. The committee asked him if he would like to direct the choir in a piece and he agreed. “So we went up to the choir room, I leafed through their choir book and found one of the songs that I knew like the back of my hand, 'Psalm 150' by Cesar Franck. I rolled up my sleeves and conducted the piece - I could tell they were all watching,” Smith said in an interview with the church. Smith said the church decided they could not afford a full-time music director, so all the applicants dropped out. Except for him. Smith was then offered the position. “The minister at the time asked me how long I would be here and I said 'Really it's gonna take me about three years to finish my doctorate' … And they said 'Oh that'd be fine.' So I didn't have any clue I'd still be here 50 years later,” Smith said. According to Smith “it all worked together,” as he happened to be hired to teach at Santa Monica College and he and his wife Barbara chose to live in Santa Monica and raise their children here.

He has a treasure chest of knowledge of the church that is wide ranging. He is always bringing something fresh to the worship that speaks to the congregation. And music is a way of drawing us close to God and he opens that door for people.” Farris enjoys collaborating with Smith regularly. “We plan carefully and thoroughly and with the hope that the whole worship service will reinforce the theme of the day, and he's a wonderful collaborator and colleague in that sense. I can say almost any theme and he can say anything that will fit and draw people more deeply into that theme.”

Smith has been responsible for many of the iconic events at the churchproceeding over the years Consider including their theater productions, annual Christmas concerts and Mid-Week recitals. According to Farris, the Christmas concerts alone bring in a full house, beyond the church congregation, every year. But Farris cares about more than just what Smith can do for the church, noting that Smith himself is a great friend and colleague. “Jim's got a great sense of humor,” Farris said. “[He is] very dedicated, very creative.

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“It's too much,” Smith said in regards to the celebration First UMC is giving him. “You know I'd just as soon them say 'Thanks for being here 50 years,' give me a hardy handshake and leave. But they decided they should do more than that, so I don't know. It's kind of who knew when I came here I'd be here for 50 years?” Smith said it is appropriate that they will be honoring his wife as well. “She's been very active in the choir too,” Smith said, noting that Barbara became soprano section leader shortly after the two arrived. “We've been sort of a duo combo.” While Smith may know about the celebration, organizers said they have kept a few of the details secret to maintain an element of surprise. GOING FORWARD

Smith said after the celebration he hopes that the choir can just continue to do what they do best. “We have a strong faithful choir. In fact three members of my choir have been here since I started 50 years ago … Choirs are hard to get these days. It is a big commitment. You have to commit to an hour and a half on Thursday night for rehearsal and an hour and a half on Sunday mornings. And we expect you to come regularly. You don't just drop in and out. “So we have a good group who comes almost all the time. So we just keep doing our thing every Sunday.” As far as how long Smith plans to stay in his position after this anniversary, he joked, “I'm assuming they're not giving me a retirement party. So hopefully I'll still be here a few more years.” The celebration honoring Smith will be held on Sunday, Sept. 27 at First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica, 1008 11th St., at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. There willComics be a luncheon reception following the to & Stuff. service held in Simkins Hall in the Shelby Center where guests can greet Smith and his wife Barbara. “I hope that people from the community who've enjoyed the concerts over the years will feel welcome to come. There will be plenty of food so the whole community is invited,” Farris said.

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approval to conduct store-closing sales. “All employees of the non-core stores and the Pacific Southwest support office will receive 60 day notice of the pending store and office closures,” said the statement. “During this process, all stores will remain open. Employees will continue to receive their pay and benefits through the normal course of business as previously approved by the court.” Albertsons has previously said it would give priority to former employees laid-off as a result of Haggen closures. Haggen said it supports employees looking for work elsewhere and said it is working with the Federal Trade Commission to facilitate rehiring of employees who would have been barred from returning to their previous employer as a result of the sale/merger. “This has been a priority for Haggen management to ensure its employees can take advantage of every opportunity available to them,” said the statement. Employees at the Santa Monica location said they were unable to comment on the corporate announcement but said the store

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was currently open. In its announcement, Haggen said its original stores have seen strong sales this year and that 21 of the newly acquired locations that are in its original market have also proven successful. “The Company anticipates they will continue to see increased customer counts and sales growth as Haggen continues its original mission of adding more fresh, local, and exclusive items to these new stores and expanding on its successful Pacific Northwest strategy,” said the statement. “Haggen plans to continue to build its brand in partnership with its dedicated corporate support and store teams. Haggen has a long record of success in the Pacific Northwest and these identified stores will have the best prospect for ongoing excellence,” said John Clougher, Chief Executive Officer of Haggen Pacific Northwest. “Although this has been a difficult process and experience, we will remain concentrated in the Pacific Northwest where we began, focusing on fresh Northwest products and continuing our support and involvement in the communities we serve.” editor@smdp.com

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Development Agreement 12DEV017 1560 Lincoln Boulevard NMS Properties, Inc. NMS1550LINCOLN, LLC

A public hearing will be held by the City Council to consider the following request:

Development Agreement No. 12DEV003 to allow a new 6-story (84 feet), 52,545 squarefoot mixed-use project consisting of 64 residential units, 6,345 square-feet of ground floor commercial space, and 105 parking spaces within a three-level subterranean parking garage.

Development Agreement No. 12DEV017 to construct a new 5-story (60 feet), 102,500 square-foot mixed-use project consisting of 100 residential units, 13,800 square feet of ground floor commercial space, and 232 parking spaces within a three-level subterranean parking garage.

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Seth Jacobson, a Malibu parent and former school board candidate, was named during the meeting as an active petitioner. The separation process can also be initiated with a majority vote by a school board or city council, Deegan said. Those actions trigger involvement by the County Committee on School District Organization, an 11-member elected body that analyzes and makes recommendations and decisions on separation and related issues. The county committee can initiate and review its own petition, Deegan said, but typically there's local involvement first. She recalled one scenario in which the committee approved a voter-initiated petition despite opposition from two of the three school districts involved. “This is often a little-known committee,” she said. “But the code gives them very broad authority.” Meanwhile, Deegan said, the county education office offers guidance to districts while maintaining neutrality.

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The timeline for separation varies from one case to another, but the county committee typically spends a year assessing the situation. It takes into account variables such as student populations, employee benefits, fiscal ramifications, real estate values, district facilities and community identity, which Deegan said is subjective and therefore often the most contested issue. State officials usually take another two years to conduct their own studies, she said, adding that any environmental concerns would halt the lengthy process. Compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act is paramount. Another potential obstacle is the California Voting Rights Act, which has sparked a flurry of litigation across the state in recent years. Some districts have developed trustee area schemes to make their governing bodies more ethnically representative, but Deegan said the process is often divisive and expensive. “There's a whole kitchen sink of issues that are intertwined,” she said. “What does unification mean for the new district? Is it sustainable? And what does it mean for the remaining district?”

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A Public Hearing will be held by the Zoning Administrator of the City of Santa Monica at the above noted time and place in regard to the following requests: FENCE WALL HEDGE MODIFICATION: 15-ENT-0274, 741 Marine Street. A fence and wall height modification to legalize an existing wood fence within the front setback area of a corner property located in the OP-1 (Ocean Park Single Family Residential) zoning district. Fencing along the Marine Street frontage (front yard) and Bentley Court frontage (street side yard) consists of wood slats measuring 72 inches (6’-00”) in height on top of an 18-inch retaining wall for an overall height of 90 inches (7’-06”). Additionally, fencing along the interior side property line consists of wood slats measuring 90 inches (7’-06”) in height within the front yard area. According to the Santa Monica Municipal Code (SMMC) Section 9.21.050, fences, walls, or hedges cannot exceed a maximum height of 42 inches within the required front yard, as measured from the lowest existing grade point within a three-foot radius of any point on such fence to its highest point. SMMC Section 9.43.080.B permits a modification to the height limitations in the front yard area subject to approval by the Zoning Administrator. [Planner: Ariel Socarras] APPLICANT/OWNER: Sergio Ramirez/Silviano Ramirez. HOW TO COMMENT The City of Santa Monica encourages public comment. You may comment at the Zoning Administrator public hearing, or by writing a letter. Written information will be given to the Zoning Administrator at the meeting. Any person may comment at the Public Hearing, or by writing a letter to the City Planning Division, Room 212, P.O. Box 2220, Santa Monica, CA 90407-2220. Plans are available for public review at the City Planning Division. For more information, please contact the City Planning Division at (310) 458-8341. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 64009(b), if this matter is subsequently challenged in Court, the challenge may be limited to only those issues raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Santa Monica at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. The meeting facility is accessible. If you have any disabilities related request, contact at (310) 458-8341 or TTY (310) 458-8696 at least three (3) days prior to the meeting. Santa Monica “Big Blue” Bus Lines #2, #3, Rapid #3, #7 and #9 serve the City Hall. *Esto es un aviso sobre una audiencia publica para revisar applicaciones proponiendo desarrollo en Santa Monica. Esto puede ser de interes para usted. Si desea mas informacion, favor de llamar a Carmen Gutierrez en la Division de Planificacion al numero (310) 458-8341.

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ON SEPTEMBER 18 AT APPROXIMATELY 4:50 P.M. The suspect entered California Bank & Trust, located at 100 Wilshire Blvd, wearing only a pair of pants. Once inside, the suspect hid his right hand behind his back and demanded money from one of the tellers. Fearing the suspect was armed with a gun; the teller handed the suspect a small amount of cash and then quickly ran away to a safe room inside the bank. The suspect then took off his pants and walked out of the bank of bank completely naked. A security guard was standing a short distance away and saw the suspect as he was walking toward Ocean Ave. When the security guard confronted him, the suspect immediately started punching the guard in the face. Santa Monica police officers from the Downtown Services Section arrived within minutes and, after a short foot pursuit, took the suspect into custody. The suspect was then booked at the Santa Monica jail. The suspect was identified as Nathan Amsalou Jemere, 41 of Los Angeles. Bail was set at $100,000.

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Hit and Run 100 block of Wilshire 1:04 a.m. DUI 100 block of Wilshire 1:05 a.m. Hit and Run 4th/Olympic 3:18 a.m. Battery 1900 block of Pico 7:07 a.m. Vandalism 1300 block of Berkeley 7:20 a.m. Burglary 300 block of California 8:16 a.m. Traffic Accident 2nd/Santa Monica 9:34 a.m. 72 Hour Psychiatric Hold 3000 block of Santa Monica 9:53 a.m. Burglary 2500 block of Main 10:24 a.m. Indecent Exposure 600 block of Marine 10:30 a.m. Battery 2000 block of Lincoln 10:34 a.m. Traffic Accident Cloverfield/Pico 10:35 a.m. Burglary 1500 block of 5th 10:40 a.m. Battery 500 block of Colorado 11:09 a.m. Threats Report/Investigation 1400 block of Lincoln 11:11 a.m. Drinking in Public 2300 block of Main 12:09 p.m. Burglary 1000 block of 9th 12:17 p.m. Traffic Accident Ocean/Broadway 12:20 p.m. Traffic Accident 1800 block of Lincoln

12:26 p.m. 72 Hour Psychiatric Hold 1200 block of 2nd 12:34 p.m. Traffic Accident 2nd/Wilshire 1:03 p.m. Traffic Accident 1300 block of Idaho 2:14 p.m. 72 Hour Psychiatric Hold 1800 block of Wilshire 2:51 p.m. 72 Hour Psychiatric Hold 2700 block of Pico 2:59 p.m. Indecent Exposure 1400 block of Ocean 4:52 p.m. Fire 1200 block of 3rd Street Prom 4:56 p.m. DUI 1800 block of Lincoln 5:32 p.m. Grand Theft 300 block Santa Monica Pier 5:53 p.m. Grand Theft Auto 1200 block of 6th 6:03 p.m. Hit and Run 2nd/Colorado 6:44 p.m. Fight 2200 block of Colorado 7:53 p.m. Hit and Run 2800 block of 6th 8:17 p.m. Fight 1600 block of the Beach 8:50 p.m. Person with a Gun 300 block of Santa Monica Pier 8:58 p.m. Fire 1200 block of 23rd 9:16 p.m. Battery Lincoln/Santa Monica 9:19 p.m. Vandalism 1000 block of 12th 9:43 p.m. Construction Noise 4th/Hollister 11:19 p.m. Hit and Run 21st/Delaware 11:39 p.m. Fight 1300 block of Wilshire 11:40 p.m. Urinating/Defecating in Public 1000 block of California 11:46 p.m. Loud Music 200 block of San Vicente 11:59 p.m.

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The Santa Monica Fire Department responded to 46 calls for service on Sept. 23. HERE IS A SAMPLING OF THOSE CALLS CHOSEN BY THE SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS STAFF. EMS 2100 block of Ocean 12:06 a.m. EMS 4th/Olympic 1:45 a.m. EMS 1300 block of Franklin 2:40 a.m. EMS 3000 block of Olympic 2:44 a.m. EMS 3100 block of Neilson 3:40 a.m. EMS 1700 block of Michigan 4:56 a.m. Automatic Alarm 600 block of Arizona 5:31 a.m. Automatic Alarm 200 block of Washington 5:53 a.m. EMS 1400 block of 7th 6:00 a.m. Automatic Alarm 1700 block of Olympic 7:41 a.m. EMS 3000 block of Santa Monica 9:51 a.m. EMS 2500 block of Pico 10:01 a.m. EMS 2600 of 30th 10:06 a.m. EMS 1500 block of 5th 10:09 a.m. EMS 1500 block of 9th 10:15 a.m. EMS 500 block of Olympic 10:25 a.m. EMS 1100 block of 7th 10:32 a.m. EMS Cloverfield/Pico 10:35 a.m.

Automatic Alarm 100 block of Palisades 10:37 a.m. EMS 2200 block of Virginia 11:13 a.m. Automatic Alarm 600 block of Broadway 11:47 a.m. EMS 1700 block of Main 11:58 a.m. EMS 2200 block of Santa Monica 12:49 p.m. EMS 2300 block of Montana 2:18 p.m. EMS 2900 block of Neilson 2:19 p.m. EMS 1800 block of Lincoln 2:21 p.m. Elevator Rescue 1400 block of 4th 2:29 p.m. EMS 16th/Wilshire 2:46 p.m. EMS 200 block of Santa Monica 4:18 p.m. EMS 1200 block of Lincoln 4:28 p.m. Automatic Alarm 900 block of Stanford 4:46 p.m. Structure Fire 1200 block of 3rd Street Prom 4:57 p.m. Automatic Alarm 300 block of 23rd 5:07 p.m. Automatic Alarm 2000 block of Olympic 6:03 p.m. Automatic Alarm 3100 block of Main 6:33 p.m. EMS 1600 block of Santa Monica 7:27 p.m. EMS 1500 block of Centinela 7:53 p.m. Automatic Alarm 600 block of Santa Monica 8:14 p.m. Automatic Alarm 3300 block of Ocean Park 8:48 p.m. EMS 1300 block of 4th 9:03 p.m. EMS 100 block of Pacific Coast Hwy 9:10 p.m.

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■ The Cambridge, Massachusetts, company AOBiome believes we have dangerously stripped "good bacteria" from our skins via "excessive cleaning" and has introduced for sale "Mother Dirt" spray to add it back. Chemical engineer and co-founder Dave Whitlock told WBZ-TV in September that he personally has "not taken a shower in over 12 years," but instead uses his odorless bacteria-restoring mist twice a day to cover himself with helpful "dirt" that activates the "good" bacteria. The company will soon begin clinical trials to demonstrate whether Mother Dirt (which also comes in shampoo form) can additionally improve certain skin conditions.

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■ The New Waterboarding: In April, the district attorney in Vilas County, Wisconsin, announced that he was seeking volunteers for a forensic test to help his case against Douglas Plude, 42, who is scheduled to stand trial (in 2009) for the death of his wife. The volunteers must be female, about 5 feet 8 inches tall and 140 pounds, and will have to stick their heads into a toilet bowl and flush. Plude is charged with drowning his wife in a commode, but his version (which the prosecutor believes improbable) is that his wife committed suicide by flushing herself. (Plude ultimately pleaded guilty to reckless homicide.)

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What the Fahrvergnügen? by Mikey Tittinger

For more than seven years, Volkswagen has been cheating on emission tests to make their cars appear environmentally friendly. Now we know 11 million of their cars are both ugly AND choking the environment. Volkswagen, which translates to "people's car" in German, is nobody's car. And if they convinced you to buy stock, well, you just pissed a quarter of your money out your Passat.

It's been a rough week for the company and their drivers to be sure. But it's also something of a tipping point. Further down on the front pages this week, The Wall Street Journal reported that Apple was entering into the electric car race and expects to have its first "Titan" off the assembly lines by 2019. With innovators like Tesla and Apple riding shotgun, our days driving fossil fuel-coughing cars may actually be numbered.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★★★★ Use the morning to the max, when you have a receptive audience. Meetings will go smoothly except for an issue that arises about who wants to take the lead. You could sense a power play starting. Reflect before you act. Tonight: Check in with an older friend or relative.

★★★★ Share your ideas in the morning. You have the ability to find excellent solutions. Understand what a loved one is asking you. At a certain point, you must focus on a project. Screen calls to accomplish what you want. Tonight: Wind down and relax.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★★★★ A boss or a respected associate demonstrates his or her respect and caring. You might be more demanding than you realize and could cause a rift unintentionally. A situation is likely to develop in which you'll need to handle a personal matter. Tonight: Relax with the moment.

★★★★★ Your creativity could be limited by a personal situation, but once it is handled, you'll be able to handle nearly any situation. A friend could be overly assertive, making you somewhat uncomfortable. Make a choice that you feel is needed. Tonight: Celebrate the weekend!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★★ You might have the best intentions,

★★★★ You might not be able to free yourself from being caught in conversation after conversation. At some point in the day, you will want to isolate yourself, as you have a lot of ground to cover. Be ready to handle a loved one's demands. Tonight: Head home.

yet a partner seems to be defiant. This situation easily could develop into a major rift. Financial implications also might emerge. Don't push, but support yourself in creating more stability. Tonight: Don't get too feisty with a family member.

Let's hope Apple diehards (you know, the guys that tattoo a computer brand logo on their untouched-by-sun calves) stand in line for weeks to pony up for electric vehicles like they do phones.

In the meantime, get involved with a local nonprofit that's keeping its eyes on the environment and holding companies like Volkswagen accountable. Search the Causes directory at giive.org for Environment nonprofits in your community.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) CANCER (June 21-July 22) that allows you to see the big picture. Decisions made with this mindset will prove to be excellent. Choose to go your own way, if possible, and don't get up in someone else's need to have it his or her way. Tonight: Watch a favorite movie.

★★★ Deal with a financial matter head-on. Reassess a situation that you feel is determined by its stability and financial ramifications. You will seek out answers to your questions, and you will get them. Others gain more awareness. Your mood could swiftly change. Tonight: TGIF.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★ Others continue to seek you out. You

★★★★ Complete what you must in the morn-

might need to screen calls and be less available. A personal issue arises that you'll need to deal with first. If you don't want to share what is happening, make it OK. Tonight: Go along with someone else's choice.

ing. You also might see one situation create multiple conversations. You could feel worn out by midafternoon, but you'll greet the weekend with a smile. Take off early if you can. Make plans spontaneously. Tonight: Treat a friend to dinner.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★★★ Dive into a project in the morning. The

★★★★★ You might feel as if you can't accomplish what you want. Swallow that feeling, and assume a positive attitude. Dive into your work. Once you clear out the to-do list, you will lighten up. Make it OK to have a mood change for the better. Tonight: Cheer the weekend in.

★★★★ You'll open up to a different perspective

more you get done, the better off you will be. Complications easily could occur in the evening. You will need to divide your attention. Before you say or do anything, make sure your motive is not anger. Tonight: Just don't be alone.

Friday, September 25, 2015

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This year you exhibit high creativity, and as a result, you come up with limitless solutions. Others often seek you out for help. You tend to have a busy schedule. At times, you have difficulty making time for people, which could be a bone of contention. Use this year to take a hard look at what might not be working in your life. If you are single, others find you to be romantic and highly desirable. If you are attached, the two of you need more alone time together, away from all the crowds. PISCES makes a great healer for you.

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Marina Del Rey 1 BED, 1 BATH UNIT WITH OVER 954 SQFT OF SPACE! 1-car Parking included, Paid utilities, Rent $3,280.00, Deposit 500, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/ listingdetail.cfm?id=975652 Marina Del Rey 3 BED 2 BATH SPACIOUS FLOORPLAN 3-car Parking included, Paid gardener & pool service, Rent $4,256.00 to AND UP, Available 92215. westsiderentals. com/listingdetail.cfm?id=1188217 Santa Monica APARTMENT IN SUPERB LOCATION - BLOCKS FROM THE WORLD FAMOUS SANTA MONICA BEACH Parking available, Paid water & trash & gardener, Rent $2,000.00, Deposit 4000, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=938640 Marina Del Rey UPPER CORNER UNIT- 1 BLOCK TO THE BEACH 1-car Garage parking, Rent $2,100.00, Deposit 4200, Available 10115. westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1216569 Marina Del Rey MUST SEE! SPACIOUS APARTMENT WITH HUGE SAVINGS! 1-car Covered parking, Paid gardener & pool service, Rent $2,368.00 to and up!, Deposit 500.00, Available 10115. westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1195939 Santa Monica SANTA MONICA TOP FLOOR CONDO (2BD1BA) 1-car Gated parking, Paid water & trash & association fees, Rent $3,250.00, Deposit 3250, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1207053 Venice VENICE CRAFTSMAN 2-car Parking available, Rent $4,500.00, Deposit 4500, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1217995 Santa Monica OCEAN TOWERS 2-car Garage parking, Rent $12,000.00, Deposit 24000, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1158803 Santa Monica CHARMING 1920 ENGLISH COTTAGE 2-car Garage parking, Paid gardener, Rent $9,500.00, Deposit 19000.00, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1157102 West LA BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 11 IN A TERRIFIC LOCATION IN WLA!!!!!!!! WITH PARKING!!!!!!!!!! 1-car Covered parking, Paid water & trash & gardener, Rent $1,750.00, Deposit 2625.00, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1217734 Santa Monica OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY &amp; SUNDAY! 2-car Parking included, Rent $13,950.00 to 17500, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/ listingdetail.cfm?id=1195298

Santa Monica OCEAN VIEW ON PRIVATE WALK STREET Permit parking, Paid utilities & cable, Rent $4,150.00, Deposit 8300.00, Available 10115. westsiderentals.com/ listingdetail.cfm?id=1209355 Santa Monica 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH FURNISHED OCEAN VIEW 2-car Valet parking, Paid water & trash, Rent $9,500.00, Deposit 19000, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail.cfm?id=1101725 Marina Del Rey 2 BEDS 2 BATHS SPACIOUS DOUBLE MASTER FLOORPLAN 2-car Garage parking, Rent $3,225.00 to AND UP, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1186661 Marina Del Rey GREAT 1 BEDROOM RIGHT ON THE WATER 1-car Parking included, Paid trash & cable & gardener & pool service & association fees, Rent $3,852.00 to AND UP, Deposit 1000, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=639913 Brentwood BRENTWOOD VILLAGE 2 BED 2 BATH CONDO Garage parking, Paid water, Rent $3,350.00 to Per Month, Deposit 5000, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1193753 Marina Del Rey TWO BLOCKS TO THE SAND! TOP FLOOR UNIT WITH HARDWOOD FLOORS. WALK TO CAFES AND RESTAURANTS! 1-car Carport parking, Paid water & hot water & trash & gardener, Rent $2,295.00 to per month, Deposit 2295.00, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/ listingdetail.cfm?id=1217023 Venice ONE BEDROOM LOFT ONE BLOCK TO VENICE BEACH 1-car Parking included, Paid water & hot water & trash & gas & gardener & pool service, Rent $1,825.00, Deposit $580.00 up, Available 101515. westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=575032 Santa Monica 3BD 2 LOVELY BONUS ROOMS. TRANQUIL OASIS IN SANTA MONICA! SPANISH STYLE HOME WITH ZEN BACKYARD! 2-car Driveway parking, Paid gardener, Rent $5,800.00 to per month, Deposit 5800, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail.cfm?id=1210426 Santa Monica 2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH 1-car Parking included, Paid water & trash, Rent $2,400.00, Deposit 2700.00, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=1209178 Brentwood GORGEOUS REMODELED SINGLE FAMILY HOME 3-car Garage parking, Paid gardener & pool service, Rent $9,200.00, Available Now! westsiderentals.com/listingdetail. cfm?id=941531

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