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January 8, 2016

A place to ‘escape’ Heralded as a venue that serves laughter as the best medicine, the Long Beach Playhouse will tell 87 years of its history starting Friday.

Denny Cristales Editorial Assistant

In its 87-year existence, the Long Beach Playhouse has featured renowned performers and been around through many phases of history since the theatre’s creation in 1929.

Starting Jan. 8, it will take all of five acts in one theatrical production to convey close to a century’s worth of its story.

The Long Beach Playhouse will host Tales from the Playhouse, a production of the theatre’s history, on Friday, Jan. 8 and Saturday, Jan. 9 in performances that will detail the eras of the Great Depression, the 1933 Long Beach earthquake and many other moments that had “great success while offering comedies to a war-weary city during the 1940s,” according to the theatre.

Community players, as they were called, were involved in planning

Photo courtesy LB Playhouse

The Long Beach Community Playhouse Theatre exterior in 1966.

for theatrical productions during the 1930s era. They knew that individuals caught up in day-to-day labor needed a type of “escape,” and that comedy was the best solution.

“It’s been a pretty simple equation throughout history– laughter is the

best medicine,” said Andrew Vonderschmitt, executive director of the Long Beach Playhouse. “The financial success during that time enabled them to save significant money. I also believe it was good planning. They bought the land and within two years

had a new theatre space.”

Eighty-seven years later, and that theatre space is now the Long Beach Playhouse.

The production on Friday will feature five actors, which include Vonderschmitt; Madison Mooney,

business and operations manager; Sean Gray, technical director and production manager; and Phie Mura and Liliana Carrillo, who are both volunteers.

This is not the first time this Playsee LBPH page 11

New police organization to emphasize community ties

CJ Dablo | Signal Tribune

A display case at the Signal Hill Police Station offers a short snapshot of the department’s history with the city.

SHPF aims to improve relationships between law enforcement and the public.

CJ Dablo Staff Writer

There are many positive stories that Sparkle Peterson, principal of

the Jessie Elwin Nelson Academy, can tell you about the Signal Hill Police Department. In a phone interview this week, Peterson shared how DeAngelo Gossett, the academy’s former school-resource officer, had become a welcome presence on campus.

He was the kind of policeman who forged deep friendships with the

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kids and offered gold “police badge” stickers to anyone who asked.

Peterson described how she was surprised that middle-school kids, who usually liked to be cool, didn’t mind the association with the police.

“It’s a very positive relationship,” Peterson said, “so they proudly wanted to wear [the badges].”

Gossett would have frank conversations with kids about bullying, drugs and gang activities, but he would also make sure in special ceremonies at City Hall that he would recognize the kids who exemplified integrity and leadership. Some would earn a certificate from the City as well as a $100 gift card. Gossett has now been promoted to a senior police officer assignment away from her campus, and Peterson praised his work during his time there.

“He was really seen as a confidante…and also really a mentor, especially to some of the boys,” she

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said.

It’s Gossett’s contribution to the tiny world of sixth through eighth graders that exemplifies what Police Chief Michael Langston and the Signal Hill Police Foundation are trying to accomplish– community ties, especially with young people in the city.

In just a few short weeks, the new Signal Hill Police Foundation will be hosting a kick-off event. The ceremony will take place on 6:30pm on Thursday, Jan. 28 at the Betty Reckas Cultural Center at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church located at 5761 E. Colorado St. in Long Beach. The event will also include an awards ceremony for the department.

Langston explained in an interview that the purpose of this new foundation is not simply to raise money for projects that aren’t funded by city funds.

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“This one’s a little bit different,” Langston said of the foundation, “in that its real focus is just to help create community and relationships amongst the residents and businesses here in Signal Hill with the Signal Hill Police Department.”

The department already hosts various events throughout the year, including the National Night Out and its own open-house events during the summer. The foundation will also help organize these events and is hoping individuals and community members will join the organization.

The police chief stressed that, so far, community relationships with the department are good and that his officers are noted for their professionalism, but he acknowledged that Signal Hill didn’t always have that reputation with its neighbors. see SHPF page 15

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NEWS

January 8, 2016

Better late than never For those who have yet to get ready for El Niño, there is still time to take advantage of local resources.

Cory Bilicko Managing Editor

Thanks to El Niño, the thirsty Southland finally got a reprieve from the state’s longstanding drought as heavy rains fell during much of this week.

Local residents who haven’t already stockpiled sandbags or bookmarked weather-forecast websites in anticipation of this year’s seasons of storms, which experts have predicted as a strong one, still have numerous resources available to help them endure it. Through their websites, the cities of Signal Hill and Long Beach, as well as Los Angeles County, are providing assistance and suggestions on weathering the storms.

“I would advise residents to pay attention to weather forecasts of El Niño storms and to be prepared for heavy rains when the storms come,” said Signal Hill City Manager Charlie Honeycutt. “The City of Signal Hill is preparing for the rain by cleaning storm drains and making sandbags available to the community.”

Sand and sandbags are available at the Signal Hill City Yard, 2175 E. 28th St., Monday through Friday from 7am to 3pm on a first-come, first-served basis. Supply is limited to 10 sandbags per residence, and proof of residency in Signal Hill is required, according to the City’s Public Works Department.

If major storm activity occurs, the City may deploy additional sandbag stations at different sites. Residents may call (562) 989-7250 to get information on secondary locations.

Preparedness goes beyond having bags of sand at the ready, however, and Honeycutt said the City has a webpage dedicated to El Niño that includes useful information on how residents can protect their homes.

Yet another consideration is safety away from home.

“Drivers should be cautious when driving during storms,” Honeycutt warned.

“The heavy rains could overwhelm storm drains and cause streets to flood.”

During the Nov. 24 Signal Hill City Council meeting, Emergency Operations Coordinator Richard Johnson gave a presentation on El Niño preparedness and identified areas in the city most prone to flooding during storms, including the intersection of Walnut Avenue and 33rd Street, Las Brisas, the dead end of Lewis Avenue and the general hilltop area.

Infographic by Denny Cristales | Signal Tribune Source: L.A.County

However, Honeycutt this week said the City is not anticipating the need to close off any areas because of flooding and that, generally, flooding has been caused by debris blocking drains on private property or because items were placed in front of storm drain openings. The intersection of Walnut and 33rd is relatively flat, he said, so water drains slower off of Walnut Avenue, which causes the water to build up in the intersection.

“I would also encourage residents to visit the police department webpage (cityofsignalhill.org/police) and sign up for [the notification service] Nixle to receive storm-related information that may be issued by the City,” Honeycutt said.

During his presentation at the Signal Hill City Council meeting, Johnson suggested residents and business owners stay abreast of weather conditions by using radios, Nixle and social-media sites such as Twitter to get updated information from the National Weather Service.

“Stay aware of the weather predictions,” Johnson said. “Pay attention to the radio.

Maintain situational awareness. Know what’s going on. Don’t let it sneak up on you.”

For those residing in Long Beach, sand is available at 1651 San Francisco Ave., and sand and sandbags are available at the following fire stations: Station 7, 2295 Elm

Ave.; Station 12, 1199 E. Artesia Ave.; Station 13, 2475 Adriatic Ave.; and Station 14, 5200 Eliot St. Sandbags are also available at lifeguard headquarters in the Junipero Avenue parking lot.

At a recent panel discussion for California State University, Long Beach’s Distinguished Lecture Series, Mark Jackson, meteorologist in charge at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Weather Service office, described El Niño as a weather phenomenon characterized by a warming phase in the equatorial Pacific Ocean combined with a reversal of the usual trade-wind pattern. During an El Niño, trade winds blow from west to east.

“El Niño is a season of storms,” Jackson said. “All it means is that you have a higher number of storms within a season.”

He warned, however, that the drought won’t be over in California, even if El Niño does provide a great deal of rain in the next few months.

“It takes more than one season,” he said.

“Unfortunately, much of that rain washes away into the ocean, and it’s runoff. What we need actually are multiple seasons of rebuilding that snowpack.”

Another way to prepare for the heavy precipitation is insurance. However, those pondering whether or not to get flood in-

surance should act soon, warns the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which indicates that it typically takes a month for a policy to take effect.

The agency released new data on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies, showing an increase of more than 20,000 new NFIP policies written in California during the month of November 2015.

There is a 30- to 90-day period for new policies to be reported to FEMA, and the latest available data shows an increase of 28,084 new flood insurance policies purchased in the state from Aug. 31 to Nov. 30, 2015.

“Flooding is the most costly and devastating disaster we face as a nation,” said FEMA Region 9 Administrator Robert Fenton. “The major increase in flood policies show[s] Californians are taking the threat seriously and taking powerful steps to protect their families and property. Those who may need and not have a flood policy should act today, as policies generally take 30 days to go into effect.”

The 12-percent increase is the first of its kind in recent history, according to FEMA. The previous reporting period showed that policies increased 3 percent from Aug. 31 to Oct. 31. During that timeframe, 7,181 new federal flood insurance policies were written in California. see EL NIÑO page 15

Are you prepared for El Niño?

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For more info, call (562) 989-7250 or go to www.cityofsignalhill.org

COMMUNITY

January 8, 2016

LB seeking public input for parks and rec needs assessment The City of Long Beach is participating in a comprehensive parks and recreation needs assessment being conducted by the County of Los Angeles. The City is encouraging the public to participate in a meeting to ensure that the voices of the community are heard regarding priorities for future park development and rehabilitation.

The following meetings are scheduled to gather input about: where new parks, recreation facilities or open spaces areas are most needed; which parks need repair or expansion; and what type of recreation facilities are most needed.

Monday, Jan. 11, 6:30pm–8:30pm, Miller Family Health Education Center, 3820 Cherry Ave. Thursday, Jan. 14, 6:30pm–8:30pm, Houghton Park, 6301 Myrtle Ave. Thursday, Jan. 21, 6:30pm–8:30pm, Bixby Park, 130 Cherry Ave. Monday, Jan. 25, 6:30pm–8:30pm, Whaley Park, 5620 Atherton St. “Access to well maintained parks increases physical activity among children and adults, which is key to good health,” states a press release from the City. “Teens who live near parks are 30-percent more likely to get recommended amounts of physical exercise. Physical activity improves general health, prevents obesity and diabetes, reduces the risk of hypertension, reduces the levels of attention deficit in children, improves cognitive ability, and reduces aggressive behavior.”

The meeting schedule is available on the City’s Parks, Recreation and Marine Department website– lbparks.org– and on L.A. County’s website– LACountyParksNeeds.org– which has a tool where community members can enter their address and view the meeting closest to their residence. The County’s website also accepts online feedback for residents who are unable to attend a meeting.

For more information, visit LACountyParksNeeds.org or contact Sharon Gates at Sharon.Gates@longbeach.gov or (562) 570-3124.

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Around Town RETIRED BUT ACTIVE? What Retired federal employees meeting Who Presented by the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, a federal employee organization When Monday, Jan. 11 at 1pm Where The Veterans Community Center at Veterans Park, 101 E. 28th St. More Info The meeting will feature a speaker from the Alzheimer’s Association in Sunland.

Call Sharon at (562) 427-9957.

Dee Andrews When Saturday, Jan. 16 from 10:30am to 6pm Where Begins at Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, intersecting Anaheim Street and ends at King Park, 1950 Lemon Ave. More Info The parade will begin at the Martin Luther King Jr. stop and end at King Park for celebratory festivities. The theme of the parade event is “Infinite Hope,” reflecting the words of the iconic civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. Call (562) 570-6816.

LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR...

What Monthly breakfast Who Hosted by the Good Neighbors of North Long Beach When Tuesday, Jan. 12; sign-in and breakfast at 7am; guest speaker at 7:30am Where Spires Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.

More Info The guest speaker will be Bob Maguglin, director of public relations at the Long Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau. Email Val at vallerch@gmail.com .

WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? What Monthly meeting Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society When Sunday, Jan. 17 at 1pm Where Lakewood Masonic Center, 5918 Parkcrest St. More Info The group meets with the purpose of collecting, preserving and publishing data relating to genealogy, and it hosts its monthly meetings on the third Sunday of every month. Contact qhgs.info or Shareholder Liz Myers at (562) 5983027.

A POWER BREAKFAST? What Networking opportunity meeting Who Hosted by Success Network, a professional networking group When Wednesday, Jan. 13 from 7:30am to 9am Where The Corner Bakery, 6507 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. More Info The group meets on the second Wednesday of every month over breakfast in order to have discussions or presentations about networking opportunities. The meetings are open to small business leaders. Call (562) 243-2221.

READ MY LIPS What Hearing technology demo/Lip reading classes Who Presented by the Hearing Loss Association of America When Wednesday, Jan. 13 (Lip Reading) from 9:30 to 11:30am; Thursday, Jan. 14 at 6:30pm (Pocketalker 2.0 demo); Friday, Jan. 15 from 10am to noon (Hearing technology demo) Where Weingart Center, 5220 Oliva Ave. More Info The Hearing Association of America will be presenting three separate events on the aforementioned dates. Its lip-reading classes will resume after a holiday break. No registration is needed. The following day will feature a demonstration of the new technology known as the Pocketalker 2.0, a neck-loop and travel alarm clock that vibrates. Various Hearing Loss Association members will be present to demonstrate the new technology. No reservations are necessary, and admission is free. The final day will feature new hearing-assistive technologies in a handson event. Call (562) 438-0597 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org .

THE STATE WE’RE IN What “State of the City” address Who Presented by Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia When Wednesday, Jan. 13 from 5pm to 8pm Where Terrace Theater, Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.

More Info Garcia will deliver a 2016 address to Long Beach residents in an event that will feature dining choices from food trucks, refreshments, photos and games. RSVP at eventbrite.com .

Emailrobert.garcia@longbeach.gov .

CRACK A BOOK What Literary discussion Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society When Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 7pm Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave. More Info The literary discussion will focus on Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dosteovsky.

The story tells of Raskolnikov and his struggles with nihilism and the forces of good and evil. The public is welcome, and all are encouraged to read the book beforehand. Refreshments will be provided. Call the Bixby Knolls Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081.

TAKING IT TO THE STREETS What Parade celebration Who Presented by 6th District Councilmember

LET IT GROW What Neighborhood tree planting Who Presented by I Dig Long Beach, a nonprofit project to improve air quality When Saturday, Jan 23 from 9am to noon Where Meet at Hughes Middle School, 3846 California Ave. More Info A team of neighbors, city staff and volunteers will gather together to plant trees around the neighborhood. All tools and supplies will be provided. Call (562) 570-6866.

IT’S A DATE! What Movie fundraiser Who Presented by the Soroptimist International of Long Beach When Saturday, Jan. 23; lunch served at 12:30pm; showtime at 1:15pm Where The Art Theatre of Long Beach, 2025 E. 4th St. More Info The movie event will help raise money for Meals on Wheels Long Beach. The fundraiser will include a screening of the film Chef, a raffle, door prizes and a Q&A after the movie with Russ Parsons, a columnist and former food editor for the LA Times. Tickets are $30 and are available at soroptimist-longbeach.org . RSVP by Jan 18.

Email silb.movie@gmail.com .

SURF’S UP What Tidepool walk Who Hosted by Cabrillo Marine Aquarium When Saturday, Jan. 23 from 2pm to 3:30pm and Sunday, Jan 24 from 2:30pm to 4pm Where Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr. More Info Get a chance to explore low tides at a rocky shore in a two-day event that will feature an informative slideshow and a tour of Point Fermin’s tidepools. Call (310) 548-7562 THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY What Breakfast fundraiser Who Hosted by the Long Beach Alumnae Chapter– Delta Sigma Theta sorority When Saturday, Jan 30 from 8am to 10am Where Applebee’s Restaurant, 899 E. Spring St. More Info The breakfast includes an all-youcan-eat selection of pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee. To reserve a spot, a $10 donation is required beforehand. Registration can be fulfilled by mailing a donation to: DST Long Beach Alumnae, P.O. Box 91623, or registering at eventbrite.com . Call (844) 378-5222 ext. 2201 or email events@lbadst.org .

BASE RUNNING What Race on the Base event Who Hosted by nonprofit Honoring Our Fallen When Saturday, Feb. 27 Where Joint Forces Training Base, 11206 Lexington Ave. More Info The fundraiser event, which will benefit families of fallen veterans, will include a 5K, a 10K and a glow-in-the-dark run for kids. Other donations can be made athonoringourfallen.org .

Register at eventbrite.com .

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OPINION

Signal Tribune

Thoughts from the

With this being our second issue of January 2016, we have decided to start fresh with a few changes to the overall look of the Signal Tribune.

For most folks, the most obvious change is the re-design of our front-page nameplate. Since the beginning of the Signal Tribune, we have emphasized the word “Signal” and made the word “Tribune” less noticeable, but over the years we have found it problematic because

while the Signal Tribune has technically only existed for 15 years, here is the explanation: About the time of The Signal’s first anniversary, Steve and I bought another paper named Signal Hill Star Tribune (SHST). Choosing to combine the two publications, rather than to print two separate issues every week, we decided to go to court and have the paper renamed the Signal Tribune. With that done, we changed the publication’s volume to reflect the ongoing numbering of the SHST. Furthermore, besides the matters above, we are also freshening up our look to include more descriptive headlines, as well as graphics, charts and other elements to give more visual components to our articles.

number our issues. Since the start, we have used the volume numerals to indicate the number of years we have been in business and the digits following to designate the number of issues within that volume.

Looking into the matter, I discovered that while some newspapers use that format, many others start over at the beginning of each new year with the figure for the volume advancing to the next number and the issue number starting over as 1. With the option of doing either, our staff and I decided to go with the latter option in order to, in our opinion, make it easier for our readers to keep track of where we are within our printing schedule of any given year.

For those who are wondering why our volume number is 39...

Publisher

by Neena Strichart many of our readers and advertisers assume that we only distribute within the city of Signal Hill.

In reality, about 80 percent of our distribution/readership is in the Long Beach neighborhoods of California Heights, Bixby Knolls, Wrigley Heights and Los Cerritos.

With Signal Hill’s population being approximately 11,500, it accounts for about 20 percent of our distribution/readership.

Another change is how we will

January 8, 2016 We hope you enjoy our new look.

Do feel free to let us know your thoughts on the changes we have made.

On a more personal note, today marks what would have been Elvis Presley’s 81st birthday. Since his passing Aug. 16, 1977, he seems to be alive and well in the hearts of millions across the globe. I consider myself to be one of Elvis’s uber fans, as I have the bragging rights of having seen him perform 40 times. Besides my number of concert attendances, I am also proud to say that he personally gave me seven scarves from various venues, mostly Las Vegas, and each with the bonus of a kiss from those lovely, pouty lips. Happy birthday, Elvis. Your legend lives on.

COMMENTARIES

Traffic-related incidents leading cause of officer fatalities in 2015 By the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

Law-enforcement fatalities nationwide rose slightly during 2015, with 124 federal, state, local, tribal and territorial officers killed in the line of duty, according to preliminary data from in the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund’s (NLEOMF) 2015 Law Enforcement Fatalities Report.

Each year as we issue this fatality report, we are reminded of the vital service and supreme sacrifice given by our nation’s law-enforcement officers. There has been a lot of criticism and second-guessing directed at law enforcement this past year, but we must never forget that 124 officers gave up their lives for our safety and protection. Another 900,000 officers put their lives on the line every day.

We owe all of those men and women a huge debt of gratitude.

The 124 officer fatalities in 2015 represented a 4-percent increase from the 119 officers who died in the line of duty in 2014. Of the 124 officers who died in 2015, 52 died in traffic-related incidents, 42 were killed by gunfire and 30 died as a result of other causes.

The number of officers killed by firearms in 2015 (42) was 14-percent

lower than the 49 who died as a result of gunfire in 2014. Traffic stops resulted in seven of those shooting deaths, more than any other category of felonious fatalities in 2015. Two of those officers– Benjamin Deen and Liquori Tate of the Hattiesburg (MS) Police Department– were gunned down in a traffic stop they conducted on May 9.

Ambush attacks against officers were the second-leading cause of shooting deaths in 2015, accounting for six fatalities. Among them was Harris County (Texas) Deputy Sheriff Darren Goforth, who was shot 15 times in an unprovoked attack after filling up his marked cruiser at a local gas station on Aug. 28.

Fifty-two officers were killed in traffic-related incidents this past year, which was 6-percent higher than the 49 who died on roadways in 2014.

Traffic-related incidents have been the leading cause of officer deaths in 15 of the last 20 years.

Thirty officers died due to other causes in 2015, including 24 who suffered from job-related illnesses– mostly heart attacks– while performing their duties. Also included among those 24 are four officers who died of

illnesses they contracted as a result of their rescue and recovery work following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

There are more than 20,000 names of officers killed in the line of duty inscribed on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC, dating back to the first known death in 1791. Over the past decade (2005-2014) the average annual number of officer fatalities has been 145. The deadliest year on record for law enforcement was 1930 when 300 law-enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty. The last time officer fatalities dipped below 100 for a single year was 1944.

The statistics released are based on preliminary data compiled by the NLEOMF and do not represent a final or complete list of individual officers who will be added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in 2016. For a complete copy of the preliminary report on 2015 law enforcement fatalities, go to LawMemorial. org/FatalitiesReport .

2015, with 52. This was a 6-percent increase over the 49 traffic-related deaths in 2014. Of these 49 officers, 35 were killed in automobile crashes, 11 officers were struck and killed outside of their vehicle and six officers were killed in motorcycle crashes.

Firearms-related incidents were the second-leading cause of officer deaths in 2015, with 42. This was a 14-percent decrease from the 49 officers shot and killed in 2014.

Traffic stops resulted in seven deaths, the leading felonious cause of deaths among officers in 2015. The other leading categories of felonious deaths in 2015 were ambushes (six), investigating suspicious persons or activities (five), disturbance calls (five), attempting arrests (four), inadvertent shootings (three), robbery (three), unknown (three), transporting suspects (two), burglary (two), investigative activity (one) and tactical (one).

Of the 30 officers who died due to other causes in 2015, 24 were caused by job-related illnesses; two officers died when they fell to their death; one officer drowned; one officer was electrocuted; one officer was beaten to death; and one officer died in an air-

Key data as of Dec. 28, 2015: Traffic-related incidents were the leading cause of officer fatalities in

craft crash.

During the past year, more officers were killed in Texas (12) than any other state, followed by Georgia (11), Louisiana (nine), and New York and, California, with six each.

Eight agencies experienced more than one officer fatality this year, including the Puerto Rico Police Department (five); Texas Department of Criminal Justice (three); Colorado State Patrol (two); Harris County (Texas) Sheriff’s Office (two); Hattiesburg (Miss.) Police Department (two); Kentucky State Police (two); New Jersey State Police (two); and New York City Police Department (two).

Four correctional officers were killed in the line of duty in 2015.

Six of the fallen officers served with territorial agencies, three served with federal agencies, and two served with tribal agencies.

Nine of the 124 fatalities were female officers, which was more than twice as many as 2014.

On average, the officers who died in the line of duty in 2015 were 41 years old and had served for 12 years.

Taking a middle-of-the-road approach for minimum-wage increase

By Kraig Kojian, President and CEO Downtown Long Beach Associates

Before the Long Beach City Council commissioned the Los Angeles Economic Development Council (LAEDC)’s to study the impact of a proposed increase on minimum wage in Long Beach, the Downtown Long Beach Associates (DLBA) discussed this issue internally for months.

With the trend of adopting a higher minimum wage occurring in some communities throughout the state, including the recent ordinances adopted in the County of Los Angeles and the City of Los Angeles, one could see the potential writing on the wall.

With the Long Beach City Council set to receive recommendations from the Long Beach Economic Development Commission (EDC) following the Commission’s meeting on Jan. 6, the DLBA has long been a prominent supporter for an open, genuine and sincere discussion between all parties regarding this issue.

This dialogue began with Mayor

Robert Garcia addressing the DLBA Board of Directors on Aug. 18 and encouraging organizations and businesses to be involved.

“There was interest to address this issue months ago, but I have done my best to slow the process down,” Garcia said at the meeting. “Most importantly, I think we need to have an open and transparent process; it is just as important that we ensure that everyone has a seat at the table, to engage in this discussion. Secondly, I am trying to convince the council that we do this our own way. Just because Los Angeles did X doesn’t mean that we have to do X. We have to do what is best for our city; we have to do it the Long Beach way.”

The DLBA joins the mayor in supporting “the Long Beach way”– that is, an objective, communal approach designed to be inclusive of the needs of the business community, particularly the small businesses and restaurants that will be affected by a possible min-

imum-wage increase.

Part of that “Long Beach way,” at least for the collective business community, was to take a step beyond the LAEDC study. This meant to partner with the Council of Business Associations (COBA) and the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce to gather data from business owners through surveys and focus-group meetings. Throughout these various outreach meetings Aand surveys, Long Beach business owners could speak frankly about the issue without the fear of retaliation.

There were two essential parts to the study: one quantitative survey of 408 businesses and nonprofits and one qualitative study via seven citywide focus group meetings conducted by S. Groner Associates, Inc. (SGA).

The findings of the COBA study resulted in a meet-in-the-middle recommendation: • $12.50 per hour minimum wage (compensation includes paid benefits

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such as health care and paid time off including state mandated sick days, but not tipped employees) to be implemented over a five-year period.

• 1-year delay on implementation for business with 25 or fewer employees • two-year delay on implementation for 501(c)3 nonprofits • youth wage for 21 years old and younger would be paid at State of California minimum wage This recommendation, supported by both the DLBA and Long Beach Chamber of Commerce, was presented to the EDC at its December meeting, prompting the Commission to host another meeting on Jan. 6 to further analyze the possibilities.

Throughout this process, and up until the release of the COBA study late last year, DLBA and its partners upheld the idea that it is important for the business community to have its own conversation and to figure out what works or doesn’t work. This translated ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

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to a respectful discussion with opinions expressed freely.

Despite the potential outcome, the DLBA and its partners are proud and honored to have been a part of the effort that encouraged the business community to have a single, unified voice in this pertinent issue to discuss with everyone.

Allow this practice to serve as a template to engage all members of the community for discussions on all future issues– the Long Beach way.

Ed. note: On Wednesday, Jan. 6, the Long Beach Economic Development Commission voted t-o raise the city’s minimum wage to $13 an hour by 2019, according to media reports and Raise the Wage, a coalition of business, labor and community leaders working to raise the minimum wage to $15. The city council is expected to consider the recommendation at its next meeting on Jan. 19.

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As part of the City of Long Beach Peace Week activities, Mayor Robert Garcia, 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews and community members will be leading the 9th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Candlelight Peace March.

The event will take place on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 5pm at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave. In an effort to lift the consciousness of the community about Dr. King’s legacy and principles, Andrews is promoting more than a week of activities designed to unify the community.

The march is an opportunity for the community to come together to promote the increase of peace throughout our neighborhoods, according to Andrews’s office.

“The peace march provides the community an opportunity to stand united,” Andrews said. “Walking together, we represent the peace and the love that keeps our community strong. I hope to see all the residents, churches, families, schools, and community organizations at the march.”

The march will begin at 5pm on Jan. 9 at King Park.

There is free parking available across the street from the park at Long Beach City College. For more information, call Andrews’s office at (562) 570-6816 or visit longbeach. gov/district6 .

Monday, Jan. 11 “Tranquility for Seniors” 11am to 2pm at McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. Sponsored by Dream Beyond Foundation, to help build a peaceful, healthy and active lifestyle for seniors in the community.

2016 Peace Week events include:

Saturday, Jan. 16 28th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace & Unity Parade and Celebration: “Infinite Hope” Parade runs from 10:30am to noon. The celebration, which will include two stages of entertainment, a health pavilion, a teen and youth area and free activities, international food and merchandise vendors will be held from noon to 5pm at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave.

Saturday, Jan. 9 Pre-parade and neighborhood clean-up 8am to 10am at McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. Sponsored By the Long Beach Downtown Lions Club Community members are invited to help clean up the parade route area.

Saturday, Jan. 9 Zumba for a Healthy & Peaceful Community 11am to noon and 12:15 pm to 1:15 pm McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Park Saturday, Jan. 9 Peace March 5pm,at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave.

Thursday, Jan. 14 Latinos for Peace 6pm to 8pm at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave. Sponsored by the Jenni Rivera Foundation and the City Long Beach Latino Employees Organization, this event is in honor of Rivera’s message on domestic violence prevention. RSVP is required.

Thursday, Jan. 14 Read for Peace 3pm at Lincoln Elementary School Sponsored by New Life Beginnings, this is a free Peace Week educational event for youth. Free books will be given to each child ages 5 to 12.

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This annual candlelight march spreads the vibration of peace throughout Long Beach. Join community leaders, organizations and neighbors as they walk in harmony for peace.

Sunday, Jan. 10 “Personal Reflections” All places of worship in Long Beach are encouraged to participate in recognition of Dr. King’s legacy in the form of their choice, to promote dialogue and reflection of his message into the community.

Tuesday, Jan. 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Presentation & Peace Maker Awards 5pm,at Long Beach City Council meeting, City Hall, 333 West Ocean Blvd.

The presentation will honor Dr. King and local community leaders who have continued the message of peace.

Source: 6th District LB Council office

Festival to honor Queen Mary’s Scottish roots The Queen Mary will again host the annual ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXIII Feb. 13 and 14 from 9am to 6pm.

The event will honor the culture and history of Scotland first-hand through an array of activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine in ode to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy.

Eighty-five years ago, in the seaside town of Clydebank, Scotland, construction began on the Queen Mary. Exemplifying the craftsmanship of the country, the Queen Mary’s legacy is celebrated through the two-day ScotsFestival honoring Scottish culture.

Official opening ceremonies will begin with the traditional Grand Parade of Clans & Bands with an Address to the Haggis. Daily festivities include Border Collie sheep-herding, firing demonstrations, performances by the Scots Greys Calvary, Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, Celtic Harp & Wren Iniquity Ensemble and historic re-enactments.

ScotsFestival honors nearly 50 Scottish clans and vendors throughout the weekend with professional and amateur competi-

tions in piping, drumming, massed bands, darts, Highland dancing, and Highland athletics. The Scottish Highland Games, a pre-cursor to today’s Olympic Games, were designed to test the strength, skill and technique of ancient warriors by face-offs.

The Queen Mary’s ScotsFestival hosts world-champion Scottish Highland dancer Kaylee Finnegan and many internationally acclaimed athletes competing for titles in stones, hammer throw, weights for distance, weight over bar, sheaf and the famed caber toss.

Whisky-tasting sessions with aged malt experts and craft beer samplings are available for adult festivalgoers while kids can bear witness to the Queen Mary’s coronation, knighting ceremonies and even take part in the Wee Highland games.

Tickets to ScotsFestival start at $10 online for ages 4 to 11 and $19 online for guests 12 and over. VIP tickets and hotel packages are also available. Visit queenmary.com/ events/scotsfestival .

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CSULB appoints new provost, senior VP for Academic Affairs California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) has named Brian Jersky, Ph.D. as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs.

Jersky will begin serving in his new capacity on June 1, and he replaces David Dowell, who will retire at the end of the 2015-16 academic year.

“It is an incredible honor to have been selected as provost at a university as prestigious as Cal State Long Beach,” Jersky said. “The university has a long history of success in its mission to educate a richly diverse population of students. I look forward to working with the faculty and my new colleagues in the administration to help continue to improve student outcomes and assist the university in fulfilling that mission. I’d like to see Cal State Long Beach achieving a transformative education for all the outstanding students who come to us, for the benefit of the many communities we serve.”

Jersky joins CSULB after spending the previous four years as the dean of the College of Science at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He previously held the positions of senior lectur-

er in the statistics department at Macquarie University (2010-11) in Sydney, Australia and dean of the School of Science at Saint Mary’s College of California (2006-10).

Jersky spent 15 years (19922006) at Sonoma State University serving in a variety of capacities including assistant professor of Mathematics, chair of mathematics and director of academic planning and resources in the School of Science and Technology.

Jersky began his career in higher education at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, where he earned bachelor of science degrees in mathematical statistics/economics and mathematical statistics.

Jersky earned both an M.S and Ph.D. in statistics from Cornell University.

“Dr. Brian Jersky has impeccable academic credentials and a deep commitment to student success. I am excited he will be our next provost,” said President Jane Close Conoley. “I’m confident Dr. Jersky will advance our university by developing innovative ways to encourage and support faculty and students in their aspirations for excellence.”

In his role as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs, Jersky’s key responsibilities will include leading the Division of Academic Affairs in “continuously strengthening a rigorous academic environment supportive of faculty opportunity and student success, supervising the division’s analysis of academic programs and assessment of student learning in the ongoing accreditation of the university and its academic programs,” according to CSULB. Jersky replaces Dowell, who has served in an interim role as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs since July 2013.

Dowell will retire after 37 years at CSULB, having held a variety of positions including vice provost and director of strategic planning, associate dean for the College of Liberal Arts, chair of the Department of Psychology and as a professor of psychology. During his tenure as the university’s chief academician, CSULB reached alltime highs in both graduation rates and the number of students earning degrees annually, according to university officals.

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Charges filed against four after home-invasion robbery

On Monday, Jan. 4, at approximately 2:20am, Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) officers responded to a residence in the 3200 block of Chestnut Avenue regarding what was originally thought to be a burglary.

Subsequently, four male subjects were arrested and charges were filed aginst them.

Officers arrived at the location within two minutes of the communications center receiving a 9-1-1 call, according to the LBPD, and they saw a vehicle leaving the scene at a high rate of speed and initiated a pursuit.

The suspect vehicle lost control and struck a power pole at the intersection of 25th Street and Chestnut Avenue, and two of the four male occupants ran off, at least one of them armed with a firearm.

The two individuals who remained

in the vehicle were taken into custody.

A perimeter was immediately established and the area locked down.

The communications center then received a call from a concerned resident regarding a suspicious person in the 2400 block of Chestnut Avenue.

Officers responded to that area and arrested the third suspect, who was located in the back yard of a residence on that block.

With the assistance of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and the Los Angeles Police Department’s helicopter, the fourth suspect was observed in the rear yard of a residence in the 2500 block of Cedar Avenue. At that time, LBPD SWAT was activated.

At one point during the incident, the suspect began jumping fences from yard to yard. With the assistance of the police service dog unit, the suspect

was taken into custody by SWAT officers. Officers recovered two firearms during the search. Two of the suspects were transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries before being cleared for booking.

“The arrest of all four suspects was a direct result of the quick response and actions of the responding officers, their immediate coordination of resources and the community members who didn’t hesitate to pick up the phone to call 9-1-1,” said Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna.

While still investigating the incident, detectives determined marijuana sales from the residence was a possible motive for the robbery.

On Jan. 6, detectives presented the case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, and the following charges were filed:

• Bishop Tumulak, 21, of Lakewood was charged with four counts of home-invasion robbery, one count of fleeing a pursuing peace officer while driving recklessly and one count of possession of a concealed firearm in a vehicle • Kaelenn Maea, 19, of Carson, was charged with four counts of home-invasion robbery, one count of fleeing a pursuing peace officer while driving recklessly, one count of possession of a concealed firearm in a vehicle, one count of possession of a concealed firearm on a person and one count of assault on a police dog • Faasoa Savaii, 18, of Long Beach, was charged with four counts of home-invasion robbery, one count of fleeing a pursuing peace officer while driving recklessly and one count of possession of a concealed firearm in

a vehicle

At press time, Maea was being held on $596,000 bail, and Savaii on $610,000 bail. Both were at L.A. County Men’s Central Jail. Tumulak posted bail and was released.

The fourth suspect is a 14-year-old from Long Beach who was charged with three counts of home-invasion robbery and one count of possession of a firearm. He is being held at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall without bail.

Those with information regarding this incident are asked to contact LBPD Robbery Detective Ben Vargas at (562) 570-7464. Anonymous tips may be submitted by calling 1-800222-TIPS (8477), texting TIPLA plus the tip to CRIMES (274637) or visiting lacrimestoppers.org .

Source: LBPD

Long Beach man succumbs to injuries sustained in June 21, 2015 confrontation A 39-year-old Long Beach man has died as a result of injuries he sustained during a confrontation with another man on June 21, 2015.

David Garcia succumbed to his injuries on Jan. 3, and murder charges against 57-year-old Riccardo Rangel are pending. He remains in custody.

On June 24, 2015, charges were filed against Rangel after he assault-

ed and critically injured Garcia three days earlier after the two became involved in a dispute at an apartment complex in the 1200 block of Ohio Avenue. When officers arrived, they discovered a 39-year-old man who had sustained blunt force injuries to the upper body. He was transported to a local hospital, where he remained in critical condition until his death.

Police say Rangel had remained at the scene and was arrested shortly after the incident. Due to the severity of the victim’s injuries, homicide detectives became involved in the investigation. Through that investigation, they learned that the two men had known each another and became involved in a dispute that escalated into the assault. Neither the victim nor suspect lived at the location.

Two killed, two injured in New Year’s Eve accident A traffic accident on New Year’s Eve claimed the lives of two people, according to the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD).

On Dec. 31, at approximately 10:45pm, officers responded to the 500 block of W. Pacific Coast Highway regarding an injury traffic collision.

They discovered a 2010 Honda Civic with major damage. Long Beach Fire Department paramedics responded and determined the driver, a 23-year-old Long Beach resident, deceased at the scene. The three passengers– a 26-year-old

male, an 18-year-old female and a 16-year-old male– all Long Beach residents, were transported to a local hospital with various injuries. The 26-year-old, Nelson Quinones, succumbed to his injuries on Jan. 2.

The preliminary investigation revealed the Honda was traveling eastbound on Pacific Coast Highway. According to witnesses, the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed when the driver lost control of the vehicle and it began to spin sideways. The vehicle slid toward the south curb and collided with a light pole. It appears all occupants

were seatbelted at the time of the collision. No other vehicles or parties were involved in this incident.

The Los Angeles County Coroner will determine positive identification and notify next of kin.

Those with information regarding the incident are asked to contact Detective Steve Fox of the Collision Investigation Detail at (562) 570-7110. Those wishing to remain anonymous may call 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or text TIPLA plus their tip to 274637 (CRIMES) or LACrimeStoppers.org .

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Detectives presented the case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for review. The District Attorney’s office filed one count of attempted murder and one count of assault with a deadly weapon against Rangel, who is being held on $1,030,000 bail at the L.A. County Men’s Jail. He is expected for his next court appearance on July 9.

Those with more information on

the case are asked to contact Homicide Detectives Greg Krabbe and Mark Mattia at (562) 570-7244.

Anonymous tips may be submitted by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), texting TIPLA plus the tip to CRIMES (274637) or visiting LACrimeStoppers.org .

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house production has been performed.

It was last May that the Historical Society of Long Beach featured a Playhouse history exhibit that was considered a success based off the reaction of “laughter, tears and applause.”

“It was great,” Vonderschmitt said. “The Historical Society did a wonderful exhibit about the history of the Playhouse, and this was part of it. We realized that more people might like to see the show, and Jane Nunn, a board member and longtime actor [and] volunteer, suggested that we produce it during our collaborative season when we have time in the studio.”

The production is split into five acts that are supposed to represent significant eras in Playhouse history.

Vonderschmitt said it is a way to “segment a nearly nine-decade story into manageable parts.”

The play will focus on certain characters during each segment of time and era.

“I think it gives a real clear look at the history of the Playhouse,” Vonderschmitt said.

Longtime volunteers and family members were surveyed in order to acquire information about the Playhouse’s history and to present it all in the Historical Society of Long Beach’s exhibit last May. The Tales from the Playhouse production was made possible from all of the research.

Anna Kate Mohler, a past volun-

teer and current Playhouse staff member, helped write and direct the piece.

Included in its history is the 1933 Long Beach earthquake on March 10 of that year that claimed more than 100 lives. The Long Beach Playhouse structure remained intact.

Renowned artists who have performed at the Playhouse include popular noir actor Robert Mitchum, country singer Dwight Yoakam and Deforest Kelly, who was a popular actor in the TV series Star Trek.

More details and elaboration of Playhouse history will be told during the production. Vonderschmitt is indeed taking great pride in telling the story on Friday.

“I always say that it’s a humbling experience to be in charge of such a longstanding institution,” Vonderschmitt said. “The history, the productions, the many people who call this place home or have in the past– I mean, thousands and thousands of people are always in the back of my head, but I never really felt the weight of it all until I read this story. It really is incredible and impressive to think back at what brought us here to today.

And it’s an incredible honor to work here and to tell this story.”

Photos courtesy LB Playhouse

Above, The interior of the Community Playhouse Studio Theatre in 1966.

Left, The Long Beach Playhouse presented Jesus Christ Superstar last August– a play directed by Andrew Vonderschmitt, executive director of the Playhouse. The theatre will spotlight its 87-year history starting Friday, Jan. 8 in a production featuring Vonderschmitt entitled Tales from the Playhouse.

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Registration is now open for restaurants wanting to participate in the annual citywide Restaurant Week event taking place April 23 through May 1. Registration is $495 for individual restaurants with discounts available for multi-unit concepts. Deadline to register is March 31.

To encourage early registration, Dine LBC is offering participating restaurants that complete registration and submit payment by Jan. 31 an opportunity to be entered into a drawing for one of two sets of two JetBlue Airlines travel vouchers, valid for anywhere JetBlue files domestically (some blackout dates and restrictions apply).

“Dine LBC–Long Beach Restaurant Week is more than a nine-day event,” said Terri Henry, co-found-

er of Dine LBC. “Since launching Dine LBC last spring, we’ve been committed to supporting participating restaurants throughout the year with regular events and promotional email communication to the thousands of local diners in our database. The additional value Dine LBC offers for the one-time $495 registration fee will continue throughout 2016.”

Organizers are expecting more than 75 cafes, wine bars, gastropubs, upscale casual and fine-dining eateries to participate in Dine LBC 2016.

Designed to increase sales and guest counts, participating restaurants offer a three-course, value-oriented menu at a $20, $30, $40 or $50 price point. In addition, restaurants can also enhance their

menus with wine/beer pairings and premium menu item options for an additional charge.

Dine LBC–Long Beach Restaurant Week is a non-ticketed annual event that takes place throughout the city’s neighborhoods, including Belmont Shore, Naples, Belmont Heights, Cambodia Town, Bixby Knolls, Los Altos, Retro Row, Downtown and the waterfront.

Signal Hill restaurants are also included in the event. Restaurants will also have their regular menus available.

Restaurants wanting to register or companies interested in becoming a sponsor of the event can visit DineLBC.com to download a registration form, email info@DineLBC.com or call Dine LBC organizers Greg Sabin at (562) 243-5553 or Terri Henry at (562) 572-4770 for more information.

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The sale will be made, below. The sale will be made, but but without without covenant covenant or or warranty, warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, possession, or or encumbrances, encumbrances, to to pay pay the the remaining remaining principal principal sum sum of of the the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, with interest and late charges thereon, as as provided provided in in the the note(s), note(s), advances, advances, under under the the terms terms of of the the Deed Deed of of Trust, Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges interest thereon, fees, charges and and expenses of the Trustee for the expenses of the Trustee for the total total amount (at the time of the initial amount (at the time of the initial publication publication of of the the Notice Notice of of Sale) Sale) reasonably reasonably estimated estimated to to be be set set forth forth below.

The amount may be greater below. The amount may be greater on on the day of sale.

Trustor: EDUARDO the day of sale. Trustor: EDUARDO E. E. MORALES A MARRIED MAN AS HIS MORALES A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Duly Appointed Appointed Trustee: Trustee: The The Wolf Wolf Firm, Firm, AA Law Law Corporation Corporation Recorded Recorded 7/18/2006 as Instrument No. 7/18/2006 as Instrument No. 06 06 1574569 1574569 of of Official Official Records Records in in the the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, County, California, California, Street Street Address Address or or other other common common designation designation of of real real property: 2101 RIDGEVIEW property: 2101 RIDGEVIEW TERRACE TERRACE DRIVE DRIVE SIGNAL SIGNAL HILL, HILL, CA CA 90755 A.P.N.: 7217-029-010 90755 A.P.N.: 7217-029-010 Date Date of of Sale: 1/26/2016 at 10:00 AM Place Sale: 1/26/2016 at 10:00 AM Place of of Sale: Behind Behind the the fountain fountain located located in in Sale: Civic Center Center Plaza, Plaza, 400 400 Civic Civic Center Center Civic Plaza, Pomona Pomona CA CA Amount Amount of of unpaid unpaid Plaza, balance and other charges: balance and other charges: $1,235,668.09, estimated The $1,235,668.09, estimated The undersigned Trustee Trustee disclaims disclaims any any undersigned liability for for any any incorrectness incorrectness of of the the liability street address address or or other other common common street designation, ifif any, any, shown shown above. above. IfIf no no designation, street address address or or other other common common street designation is is shown, shown, directions directions to to the the designation location of of the the property property may may be be location obtained by by sending sending aa written written request request obtained to the the beneficiary beneficiary within within 10 10 days days of of the the to date of of first first publication publication of of this this Notice Notice date of Sale.

Sale. NOTICE NOTICE TO TO POTENTIAL POTENTIAL of BIDDERS: IfIf you you are are considering considering BIDDERS: bidding on on this this property property lien, lien, you you bidding should understand understand that that there there are are risks risks should involved in in bidding bidding at at aa trustee trustee involved auction. You You will will be be bidding bidding on on aa lien, lien, auction. not on on the the property property itself. itself. Placing Placing the the not highest bid bid at at aa trustee trustee auction auction does does highest not automatically automatically entitle entitle you you to to free free not and clear clear ownership ownership of of the the property. property. and You should should also also be be aware aware that that the the lien lien You being auctioned auctioned off off may may be be aa junior junior being lien. IfIf you you are are the the highest highest bidder bidder at at lien. the auction, auction, you you are are or or may may be be the responsible for for paying paying off off all all liens liens responsible senior to to the the lien lien being being auctioned auctioned off, off, senior before you you can can receive receive clear clear title title to to before the property. property. You You are are encouraged encouraged to to the investigate the the existence, existence, priority, priority, and and investigate size of of outstanding outstanding liens liens that that may may size exist on on this this property property by by contacting contacting the the exist county recorder's recorder's office office or or aa title title county insurance company, company, either either of of which which insurance may charge charge you you aa fee fee for for this this may information. IfIf you you consult consult either either of of information. these resources, resources, you you should should be be aware aware these that the the same same lender lender may may hold hold more more that than one one mortgage mortgage or or deed deed of of trust trust on on than the property.

NOTICE TO the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: OWNER: The The sale sale date date PROPERTY shown on on this this notice notice of of sale sale may may be be shown postponed one one or or more more times times by by the the postponed mortgagee, beneficiary, beneficiary, trustee, trustee, or or aa mortgagee, court, pursuant pursuant to to Section Section 2924g 2924g of of court, the California California Civil Civil Code.

Code. The The law law the requires that that information information about about trustee trustee requires sale postponements postponements be be made made sale available to to you you and and to to the the public, public, as as aa available courtesy to to those those not not present present at at the the courtesy sale. IfIf you you wish wish to to learn learn whether whether your your sale. sale date date has has been been postponed, postponed, and, and, ifif sale applicable, the the rescheduled rescheduled time time and and applicable, date for for the the sale sale of of this this property, property, you you date may call call 916-939-0772 916-939-0772 or or visit visit this this may Internet Web site Internet Web site

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 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case Information about 14-2623-11. 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. Date: 12/28/2015 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 7209200 Sale Information Only: 916-9390772 www.nationwideposting.com Sindy Clements, Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING

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TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0268650 To: SIGNAL TRIBUNE 01/01/2016, 01/08/2016, 01/15/2016

TST5084 / 2015 315174 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following persons are doing business as: AGAPE FINANCIAL, 2396 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90501. Registrants: 1.

MARCUS ANDERSON, 2. SILVIA ANDERSON, 2301 E. Market St. #130, Long Beach, CA 90805. This business is conducted by: a Married Couple. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.

Signed: Marcus Anderson. The registrants have not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 15, 2015. 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 25, 2015 & January 1, 8, 15, 2016.

TST5085 / 2015 315278 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: BETTER WINDOW CO, 7890 E. Spring St. #16-D, Long Beach, CA 90815.

Registrant: THOMAS KAZUMA HUT, 7890 E. Spring St. #16-D, Long Beach, CA 90815. This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed:

Thomas Kazuma Hunt. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 15, 2015. 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 25, 2015 & January 1, 8, 15, 2016.

TST5091 / 2015 325153 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following persons are doing business as: LONG BEACH SPORTING GOODS.COM, 367 Manila Ave., Long Beach, CA 90814.

Registrants:1.

JUSTIN GARDINER, 6203 Silva St., Lakewood, CA 90713, 2. SHARON L. ARNEY, 3. DAVID L. ARNEY, 367 Manila Ave., Long Beach, CA 90814. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: David L. Arney. The registrants have not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 29, 2015. 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: January 1, 8, 15, 22, 2016.

TST5087 SUMMONS CASE NO. A-15-725190 District Court Clark County, Nevada, Case Number A-15-72519, City National Bank, a national banking association, Plaintiff Steven C. Graner, an individual, Defendant.

SUMMOMS IN A CIVIL ACTION. To Steven C. Graner, an individual; 3377 California Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755. 1. A civil Complaint has been

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filed by the Plaintiff against you for the relief set forth in the Complaint. Object of Action: Deficiency Judgement under NRS Chapter 40, Breach of Contract, Breach of Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealings; and Alternative claim for unjust Enrichment. If you intend to defend this lawsuit, within 20 days after this summons is served on you, exclusive of the day of service, you must do the following: (a) File with the Clerk of this Court, whose address is shown below, a formal written response to the complaint in accordance with the rules of the Court, with the appropriate filing fee, (b) Serve a copy of your response upon the attorney whose name and address is shown below, 2. Unless you respond, your default

will be entered upon application of the Plaintiff and This Court may enter a judgment against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint, which could result in the taking of money or property or other relief requested in the Complaint. 3. If you intend to seek the advise of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your response may be filed on time. 4. The State of Nevada, its political subdivisions, agencies, officers, employees, board members, commission members, and legislators, each have 45 days after service of this Summons within which to file an answer of other responsive pleading to the Complaint. STEVEN D. GRIERSON, CLERK OFCOURT. Regional Justice Center, 200 Lewis Avenue, Las

CITY OF SIGNAL HILL 2175 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill. CA 90755-3799 TST5094 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, the Planning Commission of the City of Signal Hill will conduct a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber located at City Hall, 2175 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill, California to consider the following: SITE PLAN & DESIGN REVIEW 16-01 A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A 4,050-SQUARE-FOOT TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING WITH 5 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATHROOMS AND A 3-CAR GARAGE AT 2085 FREEMAN AVENUE IN THE RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY (RL) ZONING DISTRICT ALLEY VACATION THE PROJECT INCLUDES VACATION OF A 180’ SEGMENT OF THE ALLEY TO THE NORTH OF THE SITE. ACCORDINGLY, THE ALLEY WILL DEAD END AND WILL NOT EXTEND ANY FURTHER THAN THE CURRENT LOCATION. THE SOUTHERN PORTION OF THE ALLEY WILL REMAIN IN ITS CURRENT STATE AND CONFIGURATION Applicant: Bozena Jaworski for the Tran Family Recommendation: Staff is recommending approval. The Planning Commission reviewed the proposal at a public workshop on December 15, 2015.

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are hereby invited to attend the hearing to present written information, express their opinions or otherwise present evidence on the above matter.

IF YOU WISH TO LEGALLY challenge any action taken by the City on the above matter, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City prior to or at the public hearing.

THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15303(a), New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures Minor Alterations to Land of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines.

THE FILE and associated documents for the proposed project may be reviewed by the public between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Fridays, in the Community Development Department at City Hall.

FURTHER INFORMATION on this item may be obtained at the City of Signal Hill Community Development Department located at 2175 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill, California, or by emailing Selena Alanis, Associate Planner, at HYPERLINK “mailto:salanis@cityofsignalhill.org” salanis@cityofsignalhill. org or calling at (562) 989-7341.

Published in the Signal Tribune newspaper: January 8, 2016 Posted in accordance with S.H.M.C. Section 1.08.010: January 8, 2016 Mailed to property owners within a 500’ radius: January 8, 2016

BID NOTICE TST 5097 BID NOTICE Excel Paving Company is seeking certified and qualified SBE/ VSBE subcontractors to provide SWPPP, CCTV, PIPE JETTING, CIPP, HOT TAP, INSTALL TAPPING SLEEVE, LINE STOP, HAZ WASTE DISPOSAL, NON-HAZ WASTE DISPOSAL, VACUUM TRUCK, TRAFFIC CONTROL, SEWER BYPASSING, TRUCKING for the PORT OF LONG BEACH – ON-CALL SERVICES FOR UNDERGROUND WET UTILITIES in Long Beach, CA. You are invited to provide a sub-quote for the above-referenced project.

Contract duration is 2 Calendar Years; Liquidated Damages are $500 per CalendarDay. SBE (Small Business Enterprise) and VSBE (Very Small Business Enterprise) firms are invited to provide quotes as a subcontractor, vendor or supplier.

Excel Paving Company is an *EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER* We offer assistance in obtaining bonding, lines of credit, insurance, technical assistance, necessary equipment, supplies and materials, and plans & specs at the subcontractor’s request. Plans and Specifications are available through the City of Long Beach, City Hall, 333 West Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802, Engineering Records Section, 10th floor. Plans and Specifications are posted on the city’s website at http://www.longbeach.gov/purchasing/default.asp . They may also be obtained via our FTP site at https://www.mediafire.com/ folder/1a7e7fje3ix57/2016-01-26_POLB_(HD-S2490)_Underground_ Wet_Utilities . They are also available for review at our office (We do need to be contacted beforehand to be sure they’ll be available).

Excel paving Company intends to seriously negotiate with qualified subcontractors, suppliers and vendors, particularly with SBE/VSBE firms to gain their participation.

If you contact Excel via email, please refer to the project name in the subject box. Otherwise it may be considered SPAM. Contact: Karla Reveles 2230 Lemon Ave. Long Beach, CA 90806 Phone: (562) 599-5841 Fax: (562) 591-7485 Email: estimating@excelpaving.net Bid Due on: 01/26/2015 at 10:00 AM Solicitation Number: HD-S2490

PUBLIC NOTICES

January 8, 2016 Vegas, Nevada 89155. Submitted

by HOLLY DRIGGS WALCH FINE WRAY PUZEY & THOMPSON, s/ RICHARD F. HOLLEY, ESQ. Nevada Bar No. 3077 and WILLIAM N. MILLER, ESQ. Nevada Bar No. 11658, 400 South Fourth Street, 3rd Floor, Las Vegas, NV 89101, Telephone: 702/791-0308, Facsimile: 702/791-192. Attorneys for the Plaintiff. Published in the Signal Tribune Newspaper on January 1, 8, 15, 22, 2016.

TST5095 / 2015 316999 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: BIG O TIRES CARSON, 21932 Avalon Bl., Carson, CA 90745. Registrant: GARY GREENWOOD INC., 8830 Universe Ave., Westminster, CA 92683. This business is conducted by: A Corpora-

tion. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.

Signed: Gary Greenwood, President. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on December 17, 2015. 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: January 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016.

TST5096 / 2016 001752 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: 1. AFFORDABLE CLEAN FOOD, 2. AFFORDABLECLEANFOOD.COM, 955 E. 3rd St. Unit 308, Long Beach, CA 90802.

Registrant: LOUIE DO IT ALL INDUSTRIES, INC., 955 E. 3rd St. Unit 308, Long Beach, CA 90802.

This business is conducted by: a Corporation. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. Signed: Susan M. Arete, Vice President. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on January 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: January 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016.

TST5093 / 2015 000455 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person is doing business as: GATSBY BOOKS, 5535 E. Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90808. Registrant: SEAN RICHARD MOOR, 1351 Calumet Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026. This business is conducted by: an Individual. I declare that all information in

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this statement is true and correct.

Signed: Sean Richard Moor. The registrant has not begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein.

This statement was filed with the county clerk of Los Angeles County on January 4, 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: January 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016.

COMMUNITY

Fun Run aims to raise awareness of childhood obesity Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach is teaming up with pediatric residents from the University of California, Irvine to host the annual Super Kids Saturday 5K & Fun Run next month to raise awareness of childhood obesity.

Childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and

quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years, according to Miller Children’s.

More than one third of children and adolescents in the U.S. were overweight or obese in 2012, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

Childhood obesity has immediate health effects, such as high cho-

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lesterol and prediabetes. Longterm health effects, such as increased risk for heart disease and several types of cancer, also are linked to childhood obesity.

“Addressing childhood obesity in events like Super Kids is one way to make big changes in the community since obesity is something that is difficult to treat in short clinic visits,” said Hillary Zieve, M.D., pediatric resident, University of California, Irvine.

“Super Kids is a term of empowerment for participants. All kids are super in their own way and with the right tools, they can overcome any obstacle.”

In addition to the 5K and Fun Run, the Super Kids Saturday event will feature a free health expo at the finish line. The expo is created just for kids and their families, with interactive displays showing ways to eat smart and tips to make staying fit fun.

There will be games for kids of all ages and giveaways promoting a healthy lifestyle.

“The best thing about this event is the emphasis on community– pediatricians even run alongside their patients’ families during the 5K,” Zieve said. “Super Kids Saturday is a way to bring medicine, health and exercise to the community in a fun and exciting way.”

The run will take place on Saturday, Feb. 6 at Granada Beach.

Registration for the event will start at 7:30am, and the 5K Run will begin at 9am. Registration for the 1K Fun Run is free; the 5K Run is $25 until Jan. 26.

Funds raised through the registration fees will help support childhood obesity prevention, education, research and treatment programs at Miller Children’s.

To register for this year’s run, visit MillerChildrens.org/5k .

Source: Miller Children’s

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Crimes reported by the LBPD Council districts 6, 7 & 8 (no arrest information supplied) Thursday, Dec. 31 8:18am Residential burglary 400 block W. 20th St.

Saturday, Jan. 2 2:47am Residential burglary 2000 block San Francisco Ave. 3:19pm Auto burglary 3600 block Pacific Ave.

1:13pm Auto burglary 2100 block Earl Ave.

6pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 2100 block Earl Ave.

2:34pm Non-injury hit-and-run 1900 block Myrtle Ave.

7:46pm Non-injury hit-and-run 800 block W. Burnett Ave.

6:30pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 2200 block Myrtle Ave.

11:45pm Battery 2800 block Daisy Ave.

11:23pm Battery 1900 block Pine Ave.

Sunday, Jan. 3 12:08am DUI Long Beach Blvd./E. Willow St. (suspect taken into custody)

Friday, Jan. 1 1:36am Non-injury hit-and-run E. 36th St./Atlantic Ave. 5:10am Robbery– person 1900 block Henderson Ave. Noon Grand theft– motor vehicle Del Mar Ave./E. 29th St. 2:50pm Non-injury hit-and-run W. Willow St./Golden Ave. 7:30pm Grand theft– motor vehicle W. Hill St./Magnolia Ave. 9:01pm Robbery– commercial 1800 block Pacific Ave. 10pm Grand theft– motor vehicle Chestnut Ave./W. PCH 10pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 3400 block Elm Ave. 10:15pm Residential burglary 2700 block Chestnut Ave.

2:46am Robbery– person 300 block E. 20th St.

E Y E 8:39am Stolen vehicle recovered 2000 block Cerritos Ave.

10:32am Residential burglary 1900 block E. Carson St.

6pm Grand theft– motor vehicle Long Beach Blvd./Dayman St. 10pm Grand theft– motor vehicle 10 block W. 49th St. Monday, Jan. 4 12:03am Battery 2801 Atlantic Aave.

1:59am DUI 100 block W. PCH (suspect taken into custody) 2:22am Robbery– person 3200 block Chestnut Ave.

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7:27am Non-injury hit-and-run 1800 block Long Beach Blvd.

7:27am Residential burglary 700 block E. 28th St.

10:58am Grand theft– property 4900 block Long Beach Blvd.

9:01am Auto burglary 3600 block Gundry Ave.

12:29pm Non-injury hit-and-run 3800 block Long Beach Blvd.

9:05am Residential burglary 3700 block Pine Ave.

2:27pm Injury hit-and-run Cherry Ave./between E. 36th & E. 37th Sts.

9:47am Residential burglary 2600 block Pacific Ave.

5:58pm Battery 2500 block Long Beach Blvd.

9:50am Non-injury hit-and-run Cherry Ave./E. 45th St.

6:36pm DUI E. PCH/Molino Ave. (suspect taken into custody)

N O Tuesday, Jan. 5 1:22am Residential burglary 2400 block Atlantic Ave.

3am Auto burglary E. Del Amo Bl./Cherry Ave. 4:45am Auto burglary 10 block W. Pleasant St.

7:30am Residential burglary 2800 block De Forest Ave. 8:01am Residential burglary 3000 block Linden Ave. Noon Grand theft– motor vehicle 2300 block Elm Ave.

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1:46pm Residential burglary 1200 block E. San Antonio Dr. 6:46pm Robbery– person 4500 block Atlantic Ave. Crimes reported by SHPD Citywide Thursday, Dec. 31 10:56am Grand theft– motor vehicle 1000 block E. 32nd St. 3:18pm Grand theft– $950 or less 2400 block Cherry Ave.

2:18pm Robbery– commercial 4700 block Cherry Ave.

Friday, Jan. 1 12:30pm Auto burglary 1900 block Molino Ave.

Wednesday, Jan. 6 7:27am Non-injury hit-and-run 2700 block Pacific Ave.

Saturday, Jan. 2 1pm Auto burglary 2300 block Lemon Ave.

1:10am DUI Cherry Ave./E. Willow St. (suspect taken into custody) Monday, Jan. 4 8:15am Grand theft– property 900 block E. 33rd St.

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10:40am Auto burglary 1100 block E. Carson St. 12:23pm Residential burglary 3600 block Pine Ave.

Sunday, Jan. 3 12:01am Unauthorized use of ID– obtain credit/goods 2100 block E. 21st St.

9:59am Residential burglary 3200 block E. PCH

12pm Grand theft– motor vehicle E. 27th St./Junipero Ave. 1:51pm Garage burglary 1800 block Raymond Ave. 11:30pm Grand theft– $950 or less 900 block E. 33rd St. (two suspects taken into custody) Tuesday, Jan. 5 2:52pm Elder abuse 2500 block E. Willow St. 3:49pm Non-injury hit-and-run E. PCH/Obispo Ave. 7:15pm Grand theft– $950 or less 2200 block E. Willow St. Wednesday, Jan. 6 11am Grand theft– $950 or less 700 block E. Spring St. (suspect taken into custody) 4:35pm Auto burglary 2100 block E. Hill St.

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SHPF

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“There were some incidents that happened 30 years ago that even today people still remember,” the police chief said. “But this is a completely different police department…[We] went through a whole change in culture some years ago, and it’s just progressively been getting better.”

He particularly noted that since that time, newer city council leaders changed the culture over the years, especially when it came to transparency in conduct.

As an example, he said that the department has used cameras in their cars for years and that the police recently asked to add body-worn cameras to its equipment inventory.

Debra Russell, a foundation board member, noted that there is a new emphasis on building deeper relationships by the police chief.

“His mission and his desire is really for the police department to get to know the community better, and [for] the community to get to know the police department better,” Russell said.

Fellow board member Peterson seemed delighted over the new foundation’s focus.

She emphasized that the police department has treated all her staff, teachers and especially students well.

Peterson said she especially hoped that the students would go home to tell their families about positive interactions with police officers like Gossett.

The Nelson Academy principal was sworn into serving on the foundation board last month, but she recognized that the responsibility to develop better ties between the police department and the community falls on both parties.

“If we’re to ever change the mindset, it’s about having better relationships,” Peterson concluded, “It takes work from both sides.” ✦ More information Kristi Morgan Signal Hill Police Foundation (562) 989-7275

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One of the many employees on staff, Ariane Wright works as a city jailer and dispatcher at the Signal Hill Police Department headquarters, which opened its doors in 2013.

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“We are encouraged by the number of Californians that are becoming financially prepared for the flooding that is expected from El Niño,” said Janet Ruiz, California representative for the Insurance Information Institute.

“It is crucial to protect our families and homes by preparing for catastrophes ahead of time.”

FEMA administers the NFIP and works with over 80 private insurance companies to offer flood insurance to homeowners, renters and business owners. In order to qualify for flood insurance, the home or business must be in a community that has joined the NFIP and agreed to enforce sound floodplain management

standards, according to the agency, which also advises residents that only flood insurance covers flood damage. Most standard policies do not cover that type of destruction.

Residents can visit FloodSmart. gov or call 1-800-427-2419 for more information about individual flood risk, to explore coverage options and to find a local agent.

Those interested can also visit Ready.gov for more preparedness tips and information and follow FEMARegion9 on Twitter.

In his emailed newsletter this week, 4th District Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe stated that right now his staff’s focus is on the rain storms and en-

suring the safety of residents, particularly those who are homeless.

He indicated that his staff members have been posting El Niño-related information about preparedness and resources at lacounty.gov/elnino .

“Please be sure you and your families are ready, and take the time to look out for your neighbors who might need a little extra help,” Knabe wrote. “Together, I know that we can endure these welcome rains safely.” ✦

A sprinkle of info: This year marks the strongest El Niño since 1997.

The Oceanic Niño Index (ONI) measures the average surface temperature of the ocean over a three-month period.

Presently, the ONI is 2.5. It was 0.7 last year. In 1997 it was 2.4.

Source: National Weather Service

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