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See all the photos from Tuesday’s Beverly Hills City Council installation. 2

Pearl is a cocker-poodle looking for a new home. 4

Beverly Hills students are heading to the California State Science Fair. 5

Clippers star Blake Griffin teams up with CHLA for a special sneaker. 10

Wayne Newton is getting ‘Up Close And Personal’ at The Saban. 12 •Real Estate •Birthdays

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George Christy, Page 6 Saint John’s Odyssey Ball Honored The Acclaimed Oncologist Dr. Steven O’Day And Actor Vince Vaughn ... Paris Jackson, 19, Is The New It Girl In The April Issue Of Harper’s Bazaar

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By Victoria Talbot “Orange you glad I’m back?” she asked. Lili Bosse hit the streets – literally - as she was sworn in as mayor of Beverly Hills Tuesday at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, proclaiming her signature Walk with the Mayor is back starting April 3 at 8:30 a.m. on the Crescent steps of City Hall. She was greeted with a crescendo of cheers from the loyal “Walkie-Talkies,” a group of residents that have continued to walk every Monday since Bosse was mayor in 2014-15, who are among her core constituents and one of the reasons she retains such momentum coming into office. Fanfare Tuesday evening included the entire Beverly Hills High School Norman Marching Band, a special round of “Happy Birthday” led by City Clerk Byron Pope for Bosse’s friend Sidney Poitier (sitting in the front row) for his 90th and the immediate change to bright orange light affects that included a screen backdrop of the Beverly Hills shield against an orange background. After being unanimously elected, Bosse delivered her speech with exclamation points and capital letters, bringing her firebrand enthusiasm and high

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Who’s Who’s The The Bosse Bosse Lili Bosse talks with the Courier about plans for her second term as Mayor.

energy to every initiative she announced. Back again is the Healthy City Initiative, which became world-famous on social media with Bosse’s Walk with the Mayor when often 150 people joined the mayor to walk to businesses, schools, parks and historic sights while they spoke with their mayor and became acquainted with their neighbors. Bosse announced that the first Walk with the Mayor, this Monday, will be a sneak preview of the new Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

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will introduce his new Jiyo technology, which can enable smart phone app users to access a schedule of lectures, meditations, and workshops around the world where a HumaGram of these experts will be available to interact with them. It is a well-being platform intended to be a tool to enable personal transformation. Jiyo focuses on (see ‘BOSSE’ page 19)

Krasne Bids Farewell To City Council

Pictured: Lili Bosse is installed Tuesday as mayor with her husband Jon and sons Adam and Andrew.

“I expect to see you all Monday for an exciting first look at this stunning new world-class destination,” she said. “Monday is still my favorite day of the week.” But of course, there is more. The Healthy City initiative is to be expanded to include a cutting edge program for inner health she calls SOUL Sessions, an acronym for “Seek Original Unique Learning,” which will include a unique partnership with renowned leader in alternative health and well-being Deepak Chopra, M.D. Chopra

By Victoria Talbot More than 850 people were in attendance Tuesday evening to welcome two new city council members, celebrate the passing of the gavel from one mayor to another, swear in a new City treasurer, and to thank Nancy Krasne for nearly two decades of service to the community. If that sounds like a mouthful, it was a lot of speeches. Enthusiasm from the audience was matched and even surpassed by the orange glow from the dais, which (see ‘INSTALLATION’ page 19)

Legendary Robinson Gardens Benefit Tour Taps Mindy Weiss

“I’M 100, AND I’VE DONE IT MY WAY!”—Beverly Hills resident Nancy Sinatra, Sr. celebrated her 100th birthday last week with a Certificate of Recognition from the City of Beverly Hills. The document was personally delivered by the mayor, who had a spirited discussion with the feisty centenarian. Born Nancy Barbato, she is the first wife of Frank Sinatra and the mother of Nancy, Frank, Jr. (who died Mar. 16, 2016) and Tina, who also resides in Beverly Hills.

Disputed PTA Election Highlights Beverly Hills Parent Discord By Laura Coleman Years of tumultuous relationships came to a head Tuesday morning after 33rd District PTA representatives invalidated the results of the vote for the incoming Beverly Vista PTA president after newcomer Cynthia Park was declared the winner instead of current executive VP April

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Jergens by three votes. The decision to hold a new election followed multiple allegations of “voter fraud” and nearly an hour of arguments by angry parents, making the meeting seem more like the Hollywood movie Bad Moms or the HBO miniseries Big Little Lies than a small town Parent Teacher Association meeting. (see ‘PTA ELECTION’ page 7)

By Laura Coleman The Friends of Robinson Gardens have tapped famed party consultant Mindy Weiss to decorate a portion of Beverly Hills’ first estate at this year’s annual Garden Benefit Tour, which is set for Saturday, May 20. “This year’s theme will be Legendary Beverly Hills, highlighting the fantastic history of

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this fabled city where the Virginia Robinson property was the first estate built in Beverly Hills in 1911,” said Maralee Beck, this year’s co-chair along with Leslie Kavanaugh. Now in its 29th year, the ultimate garden-hopping soiree will feature four exquisite Westside gardens for viewing, private properties that are not (see ‘ROBINSON GARDENS’ page 19)

GENTLEMAN JIM — Best news is Gentleman Jim Gianopulos’ confirmation as chairman/ CEO of Paramount Pictures, greenlighting films and television up to $100 million. A giant in the industry, he and wife Ann have three daughters: Alexa, Nicoletta and Mimi. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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City Council Installation

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Tuesday, March 28 â€˘ Academy of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences

The new Beverly Hills City Council: Les Friedman, Julian Gold, Lili Bosse, John Mirisch and Robert Wunderlich

The audience celebrated the 90th birthday of Academy Award winning actor Sidney Poitier

Jon Bosse, Lili Bosse and Ramin Zar

Giacomino Drago and Gabriel Frem

Annette and Marc Saleh

The Beverly Hills High School band thrilled the crowd

Les Friedman is installed with his family in tow. Back row (from left): Joshua, Tanya, Allana and Adam. Front row: Ava, Zoe, Maya Shepps and Sela Shepps

Francine and new City Treasurer Howard Fisher

Karen Myron, Lori Greene Gordon and Victoria Gordon

Zale Richard and Brenda Rubins

Robert Wunderlich, Michele Wunderlich and his wife Andrea Spatz

The City Council bid farewell to Nancy Krasne

Steven Weinglass and Jean Mackie

Inaida Nalbandian and Karen Setian

Rabbi David Baron

Sharona and Daniel Nazarian

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Planning Commission To Hold Special Meeting April 19 On 1260 Lago Vista Drive

BURN THE MORTGAGE—Beverly Hills Synagogue paid off its mortgage last Sunday at a gala banquet at The Beverly Hills Hotel. Members and friends matched a $1 million donation from philanthropists George and Irina Schaeffer, eliminating its $2 million mortgage. The gift means the synagogue is now debt-free for its membership. Pictured (from left) with the $1 million check are banquet chair Dr. Bill Lopatin, synagogue President Philip Kaufler, banquet co-chair Lee Samson, donors Irina and George Schaeffer, and Rabbi Pini Dunner. Photo by Axel Koester

John Mirisch Looks Back On His Year As Mayor By Victoria Talbot Mayor John Mirisch was clad casually for Beverly Hills City Hall moving day Monday. The fourth floor buzzed with activity as councilmembers moved offices, adding two new members and installing incoming Mayor Lili Bosse with patio furniture as a rooftop reception area with a view of the City adjacent to her office. Whereas Mirisch festooned the executive suite with sports (Dodgers) memorabilia, Bosse enlivened the atmosphere with huge bouquets featuring orange roses. Mirisch, who handily won a third term on the council, finds himself in a much humbler abode for the time being, but still located on the executive power floor in the City he loves.

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“City government is a team effort and the mayor’s office is largely ceremonial,” he said. We asked Mirisch what he thought were his most important achievements as mayor. He quickly responded that the Sunshine Task Force (STF), which started in his first term as mayor (2013-14), was important to promote transparency

and openness in government. “You can never have too much good government,” said Mirisch, who would like to make the task force into something more permanent than a task force. Mirisch believes Bosse, who served as liaison with him, will continue the work on transparency, keeping the STF active. He is also pleased with his promotion of technology, especially Automated Vehicles (AV), during his tenure. “We don’t want to just be the smart city; we want to be the smartest,” he quips, echoing a campaign slogan with the enthusiasm of a candidate. He believes it is wise to prepare infrastructure ahead of the technology, such as (see ‘MIRISCH’ page 27)

Longtime Beverly Hills Resident Nellie Emrani Publishes First Children’s Book By Laura Coleman As anyone who has spent any time around children can attest, young people are utterly captivated by stories. To that end, Beverly Hills grandmother Nellie Emrani has found particular joy in telling her grandchildren stories from her fanciful mind. Of course, she never thought that the tales she told her grandson Aaron would ever make their way to a wider audience-that is, until her sonin-law (Aaron’s dad) put a little bee in her bonnet. And now the secret is out. This past weekend over 300 people attended Emrani’s book launch for Hello Aaron! Where Are You?, where the debut author sold-out all current hardback copies, although they are still available online at Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Emrani’s path to author blossomed rather organically

she explained to the Courier. “Tell me a story from your childhood, from your imagination,” she recalled a then threeyear-old Aaron commanding one night four years ago when she was saying good night. Indeed, the knack for story telling has always been in Emrani’s blood and so it wasn’t completely a surprise that bolstered by her son-in-law’s comments, the budding novelist went to Pearl Art and Craft Supply the next morning and bought supplies to write and illustrate the story she had told Aaron the night before. “My mom has always been a storyteller, artist and painter,” she said. “Also my children are amazing artists.” Over the years, thanks to the encouragement of her family and a UCLA Extension course on crafting books, she has penned several more books, although Hello Aaron!

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is her first published work available to a wide audience. The book, with illustrations by David Bou, has Aaron visiting 15 countries where he makes unique stops, such as flying over Tokyo to see Mount Fuji, before he ultimately ends up (spoiler alert!) eating delicious cookies in his grandma’s kitchen. It’s a heartwarming journey perfect for very young children. For more information, visit: Nelliemrani.com.

By Victoria Talbot The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting April 19 at 7 p.m. to discuss the project located at 1260 Lago Vista Dr. This is the first project that seeks an R-1 Permit since the Hillside Ordinance was passed last August. The ordinance reduces the “by-right” limit of export/import of earth from 3,000 cubic yards in a five-year period to 1,500 cubic yards for those properties immediately adjacent to a street that is less than 24 feet wide. Requests for more than 1,500 cubic yards require an R-1 review, thus providing another level of oversight and input from the community and City Planning to increase safety. The proposed project is a single-family home that includes three levels. The lowest level, a “basement,” is 5,084 square feet. The middle (entry) level is 3,356 square feet and the upper level is 1,788 square feet for a total of 10,228 square feet. However, with code-permitted exemptions applied for basements and parking areas, the actual Floor Area is 6,750 square feet. Grading for the project will

consist of 2,798 cubic yards of cut and 300 cubic yards of fill. The total export will be 2,498 cubic yards, triggering an R-1 Permit requirement for soil export in excess of 1,500 cubic yards. The Hillside Ordinance did not have a “grandfather clause” to enable all the projects that were not yet vested to be completed under the old ordinance. It was not vested however, but it was in the plan check process. Vesting would be defined as having gone beyond permits to shovels in the ground to meet that requirement. However, the City’s Community Development Department is recommending approval of the project. That’s raising the ire of residents who believe it violates the spirit of the ordinance, which they believe is to limit precisely this kind of development. In addition, at a Planning Commission liaison meeting last week, residents brought their concerns about the definition of basements such as this, with three sides open to the daylight, that add almost half the square footage of the total living space. (see ‘LAGO VISTA’ page 27)

REMEMBERING SUSAN STEVENS— Scores of former colleagues, students and friends joined together at Roxbury Park on Sunday to celebrate the life of beloved Beverly Hills High School Tennis Coach Susan Stevens, who died on March 13. To commemorate her passing, 100 butterflies were released. Pictured (from left): Tania Harris (who hired Coach Stevens at BHHS), Steven Neu (former student and friend) and Laurie Barish Pereira (former student and friend who helped organize Sunday’s memorial). P R E C I O U S PEARL—Pearl is a 7month old, 10-pound, cocker-poodle mix girl. She was bought as a holiday present but now her owners realize they don't have time for a puppy. She is sweet and playful and good with kids and other dogs. Those interested in giving this precious dog a forever-home can call ShelterHopePetShop. org at 805-379-3538.

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Distinguished Attorney Jack Quinn Dies At Age 84

SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT—BHUSD Honor Choir students Hayley Chechel, Tyler Janssen, Hannah Mahboubi, Arielle Margolin, Kate Schirmer, and Batia Tello spent their spring break attending the OAKE (Organization of American Kodály Educators) National Conference along with Beverly Vista Vocal Music Specialist Judith Chan. Students rehearsed for three days with a choir made up of 156 students from across the nation. The performance took place last Saturday at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. Pictured: students with the guest conductor, Fred Meads (Director of Vocal Studies at American Boychoir in New Jersey) in the rehearsal room at the Marriott downtown and the Kimmel Center.

Beverly Hills Students Head To California State Science Fair By Laura Coleman It’s hard to believe that until two years ago, the Beverly Hills Science Fair didn’t even exist. However, if the success of some of the brightest young minds in the City at last weekend’s Los Angeles County Science Fair is any indication, the Beverly Hills Science Fair is becoming quite the force to be reckoned with. At the annual four-day event, which took place from March 23-26 in Pasadena, over 1,000 students from 148 schools participated in 24 different scientific categories. The majority of students who com-

peted had won prizes at their local school in order to be eligible to submit to the County Fair. F i v e Beverly Hills Unified students competed in the Pictured: Sienna Wolfe, David Noah Pals, Leia Gluckman and David Jeong County fair, with two now learn the scientific method and slated to compete at the State they have to do research on Science Fair on April 25. their own and they have to do “The great thing about the (see ‘SCIENCE FAIR’ page 27) Science Fair is that kids really

Bel-Air Association Votes In New Leadership By Matt Lopez After a successful first year under new leadership, the BelAir Association on Tuesday officially voted in a new Board of Directors that will guide the community organization through 2017. For decades, many in the community felt the Bel-Air Association (BAA) simply wasn’t doing enough to protect residents against renegade construction running rampant through the hills. That all changed last year, when the BAA voted in an entirely new slate of leaders. Since then, the BAA – working with residents, builders and city officials – has had a hand in many major changes to help protect residential quality of life, including the passage last week of the Bel-Air Overlay Zone. “The Overlay Zone is really the first of its kind and this organization and everyone in it deserves a lot of credit for getting it together and making that happen,” said Shawn Bayliss, planning director for fifth district L.A. Councilman Paul Koretz. Bayliss spoke to the BAA at the meeting. Many of last year’s board members were voted back in this year. The full slate includes: Marcia Hobbs, Dan Love, Maureen Levinson, Jamie

Marcia Hobbs

Dan Love

James Hyman

Maureen Levinson

Jamie Meyer

Mark Goodman

By John L. Seitz Longtime Beverly Hills resident and prominent attorney John J. “Jack” Quinn, Jr. died last Sunday at age 84. Born in San Francisco on Sept. 19, 1932, he moved to Los Angeles early and attended USC. Following graduation, he joined the Army and was stationed in Germany. Upon his return from service, he completed his law degree at USC where he received the Order of the Coif award for academic achievement. As a top litigator for more than five decades, Quinn was a partner in Kadison, Pfaelzer, Woodard, Quinn & Rossi before forming Quinn, Kully & Morrow, which became the core of the local office of Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, an international law firm. Quinn served as the youngest president of the Los Angeles County Bar Association and was awarded the Shattuck-Price Award for “outstanding dedication to the improvement of the legal profession and the administration of justice.” Both he and Joan (Agajanian), his wife of 55 years, were major supporters of the Los Angeles art movement since the 1960s, having garnered close friendships with a “who’s who” from that world including Billy Al Bengston,

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Andy Warhol, Tony Berlant, Robert Graham, David Hockney, Divine, Ed Moses, Frank Gehry, Lynda Benglis, Laddie John Dill, Ed Ruscha, Emmanuelle Khanh, Don Bachardy and Dame Zandra Rhodes. Besides his wife, Quinn is survived by two daughters, Amanda Olivar (John) and Jennifer Gowey (Eric), two granddaughters, Paloma and Georgia Joan, and their extended family Manuel and Clara Perez. Services will be private. For details, contact: honor.our.jack@gmail.com. Memorial donations will be received by the Armenian International Women's Association’s (AIWA) Jack Quinn Fund (1215 Flintridge Ave. La Canada CA 91011).

COURIER AT THE CAPITOL – The Bell family of Beverly Hills visited Washington D.C. over spring break and made sure to take their copy of the Courier. Pictured, from left: Greg Bell (BHHS class of 1984), Alexis Bell (BHHS Sophomore), Amy Bell, Liza Bell and Brody Bell (second grade at Horace Mann). To join the Bell family in the Carry The Courier club, snap a picture of yourself with a copy of the Courier on your next trip and e-mail it to mlopez@bhcourier.com.

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Meyer, James Hyman, Steven Myers, Gail Sroloff, Nook Suphamongkhon, Mark Goodman and Bibi Horacek. After the vote, a questionand-answer session commenced where association members talked about issues for the new year, including the protection of trees, continued vigilance of construction and

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reckless drivers on Bel-Air’s narrow streets. BAA president Dan Love stressed the importance of the community working together on issues. “If you see something wrong, tell us, take a picture, send us the address of the home, give us all the info. We are all in this together.”

The community is invited to Family Movie Night at Horace Mann tonight to watch the magical Disney movie Moana under the stars. Sponsored by the Horace Mann PTA as a fundraiser for the school, gates open at 5:30 p.m. with Hot Dog on a Stick available for purchase. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring chairs and blankets to sit on! *Want to support the Horace Mann PTA and get a little something for yourself too? Starting at 5:30 p.m. to kick-off the movie night, the PTA will hold a live auction at the school. Can’t make it? Go digital by visiting 32auctions.com/hmpta.*

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True Detective creator Nic Pizzolatto presented the True Grit Humanitarian Award to Vince Vaughn

Anita Swift and Patrick Wayne

served as the nurse for Dr. Arnold Klein, whose longtime patient was Paris’ dad.

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pparently, Debbie’s raising horses in the San Fernando Valley.

Saint John’s oncologist Dr. Steven O’Day was honored during the 32nd annual Odyssey Ball benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Institute at The Beverly Wilshire. He escorted wife Carol.

ow tall is he, we wondered, and Tess Csiszar, a special event planner at Saint John’s, replied, “Six feet seven inches tall.”

e were talking about honoree Dr. Steven O’Day, a resident genius in oncology and breast cancer at Saint John’s. He was speaking during the 32nd annual Odyssey Ball benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Institute that attracted 500 philanthropic loyalists to the ballroom of The Beverly Wilshire. The evening raised $700,000.

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ourage is being scared to death,” claimed John Wayne, “but settling up anyway.”

alifornia-born (San Mateo), Dr. O’Day acknowledged his mentor, the late and impassioned cancer specialist Dr. Donald Mortron.

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Odyssey Ball’s co-chair Martha Harper with Saint John’s Andy Trilling

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ore to come about the wiretap in Trump Tower, reports the New York Post’s tireless columnist John Crudelle. Both the FBI’s

James Comey and the head of National Security are meeting with Congress behind closed doors to review their testimony and allegations.

ohn gives the back of the hand to The New York Times’ coverage of the presidential election that forced publisher Arthur “Punch” Sulzberger to “choke” an apology to his subscribers about the paper’s biased reporting that prompted John and others such as broadcaster Larry Elder to cancel their Times subscriptions.

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PTA ELECTION

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“It was a bunch of kids who didn’t get their way, screaming and yelling and throwing a temper tantrum,” described one longtime PTA mother who asked to remain anonymous. “A grandma in the audience told someone to shut-up. People weren’t kind,” described another PTA mom. “It was classic bullying; the Beverly Vista PTA is not known as the most friendly PTA historically,” said another PTA mom. Board member Noah Margo, whose wife Laura currently serves on the Beverly Vista executive PTA board, still recalls the troubling tenor of the Beverly Vista PTA when he briefly served as its president in 2011 before he was elected to the Board of Education. “For better or worse the PTA of Beverly Vista is more about the PTA than about the students,” he said. “Nothing that happened [Tuesday] happened the way it should have happened. District 33 completely failed.” Margo called the vote “a complete sham” with the number of ballots cast clearly exceeding the number of people in attendance. Multiple sources said that 84 people qualified to vote signed in at the meeting but that 95 ballots were cast. Jergens, who emphasized that she believed PTA business was best left out of the local papers, told the Courier: “I just think what is happening is sad and I don’t think it’s in the best interest of our school.” Jergens, who has served as executive VP on the Beverly Vista PTA for the past two years, had originally been slated to be voted in as president after the school’s nominating committee selected her as the one candidate for next year’s leadership role. However, after it was discovered that the Beverly Vista PTA for years had been improperly selecting its elections nominating committee by using a hat to randomly draw names–not unlike other schools in the district–the entire executive board slate,

which had been decided upon in February, was voided. It took everyone at the school by surprise that the PTA was operating in conflict with its bylaws given that the process had been in use for over a decade and there was always a parliamentarian in attendance during elections, whose role included ensuring that the PTA operated according to its bylaws. The Beverly Vista PTA subsequently asked its regional PTA governing board, District 33, to get involved, resulting in two District 33 representatives attending Tuesday’s election meeting. Almost 100 people were in attendance for the meeting–three to four times the number that usually attend meetings. Unlike in previous elections, on Tuesday nominations came directly from the floor. Both Jergens and Park nominated themselves, subsequently giving two-minute speeches on what they would bring to the PTA. “I’m still just trying to make sense of it all,” Park told the Courier. “I woke up this morning thinking I was going to go to my school’s little PTA election.” Park, who has a 4th grade son and a 6th grade daughter at the school, said she was motivated to step up and run because she wanted to make a change and help unify the PTA. “I wasn’t prepared to run,” she said. “I just thought someone needs to step in because we need to make a change...and make it a better place. People want to have a change at our school…because our PTA runs like a small clique. The board members aren’t in for the best interests of their children, but for their own interests…like they’re politicians.” Park said that she was hopeful that someone outside the “clique” would step up to run in the subsequent election, on a date which has yet to be set. “I was really hoping that more could step up [Tuesday] but they’re afraid; they’re afraid of this clique; they’re afraid of what’s going to happen to them and their children,” she added. At Tuesday’s meeting, it

POLICE BLOTTER

Streets indicated by block numbers. Losses (when known) are in brackets. ASSAULTS 03/20 300 N. Palm Dr. 03/20 200 S. Hamilton Dr. 03/22 200 S. Linden Dr. 03/23 100 Peck Dr. 03/23 400 N. Beverly Dr. 03/24 700 N. Camden Dr. 03/24 400 N. Canon Dr. 03/25 500 Walden Dr. 03/26 300 S. La Cienega Bl. BURGLARIES 03/04 9900 S. Santa Monica Bl. 03/20 1000 Lexington Rd. ($5,090) 03/20 800 N. Alpine Dr. ($20,300) 03/21 1000 Wallace Ridge 03/21 9300 Cherokee Ln. ($35,000) 03/22 400 S. Bedford Dr. 03/22 300 S. Canon Dr. ($30) 03/22 400 S. Almont Dr. ($1,800)

03/22 1900 Loma Vista Dr. ($510) 03/23 8900 Olympic Bl. ($800) 03/23 8900 Olympic Bl. 03/23 1000 Wallace Ridge 03/24 200 S. Gale Dr. ($260) 03/24 300 S. La Cienega Bl. ($4,665) 03/25 1100 Tower Rd. ($13,000) GRAND THEFTS 02/02 400 Castle Pl. 03/19 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($9,850) 03/22 400 S. Wetherly Dr. 03/22 8300 Wilshire Bl./ ($1,000 03/24 300 N. Swall Dr. 03/25 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($94,026) 03/25 200 N. Rodeo Dr. ($1,000 03/25 100 S. Roxbury Dr. ($25.000) 03/26 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($3,150)

soon became clear that there were two factions - those who supported the current leadership (Jergens) and those who wanted someone from the outside. “There’s a really serious clique and they don’t want the new people coming in and they just keep transferring the positions around,” described one PTA mom. “It’s not really a clique,” opined another PTA mother. “It’s the same people who step up to volunteer. To the outside working moms it may seem like a clique.” Both sides offered some choice words about the two candidates, casting them in a disparaging light. One mother condemned Jergens’ public decorum while another disap-

proved of Park’s lack of meaningful participation in the past. Shortly after the election was voided, the PTA community took to Facebook writing messages and comments that continued to escalate in anger and aggression as of press time. “I am urging everyone to take down [their] Facebook posts as they are only promoting the negative backlash and marring the image of [Beverly Vista’s] PTA,” said Laura Margo, who currently serves as 5th V.P. Fundraising/ Community Partners at Beverly Vista and PTA Council Parliamentarian. “We are participating in a version of cyber bullying on social media while we are trying to teach our children to behave more responsibly.”

March 31, 2017 | Page 7 Beverly Vista Principal Christian Fuhrer said it was imperative to shelter students from the negativity. “The Beverly Vista administration will continue to create a positive atmosphere for our students and staff so they can learn and achieve,” he said. “And I appreciate all of our parent community’s passion for making Beverly Vista a great school.” A date for the new Beverly Vista PTA election is expected to be set in April. Said PTA Council co-president Rose Kaiserman: “With the guidance and reinforcement from our 33rd District PTA representatives, we are confident that the next Beverly Vista elections will be fair and legitimate.”

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Wattles Mansion 2017 Designer Showcase is “Hollywood History” By Victoria Talbot The Wattles Mansion is a legendary piece of history that holds its value as an historic icon of the turn of the century. As a Design Showcase, it is a superb venue that offers a titillating glimpse into a by-gone era. This year’s theme is perfect, focusing on “Hollywood History: The New Classics.” As the saying goes, “Everything old is new again,” participants will include noted designers who bring their talents to reinterpret the contemporary lifestyle through the Hollywood experience. The Wattles Mansion was built in 1908 for financier Gurdon Wattles as a summer home. Wattles called the estate “Jualita." The 49-acre estate today it is the last remaining intact Hollywood mansion from the pre-film industry era. It was sold to the City of Los Angeles in 1965 by Wattles son. Built by Master Architects Myron Hunt and then-partner Elmer Grey in the Mission Revival style, the property featured formal botanical gardens on a hill overlooking

Hollywood Boulevard. Hunt and Grey also designed the Ambassador Hotel, the Rose Bowl and the Huntington Hotel and Library. Locally, they designed the building that currently houses Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills. The Wattles Mansion is designated as City of Los Angeles Cultural Monument No. 579 and is surrounded by Wattles Park, representing gardens influenced by his trips to Mexico and Japan, representing America, Italy and Japan as well as a formal rose garden. Gurdon Wallace Wattles (May 12, 1855 - Jan. 31, 1932) is said to have “bankrolled” Hollywood. However, he was also a clever businessman in

his home state of Nebraska. A lawyer and a banker, he was involved in many agricultural enterprises. Wattles relatives arrived on the Mayflower, and his pedigree was impeccable. But it was his business sense that made his fortune and thrust him into politics. Wattles sealed his future when he became the organizer and chairman of the TransMississippi and International Exposition and Indian Congress, an event that brought 2.6 million people to Omaha to view the 4,062 exhibits during four months. He rode in the grand parade with his friend William Jennings Bryan, who ran three

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times unsuccessfully for President. He was friends with Theodore Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover. In Nebraska, the Wattles House was built by Thomas R. Kimball, a noted Omaha architect. It is listed as an Omaha Historical Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Wattles Mansion designers showcased include Melinda Ritz and May Brunken on behalf of the Set Decorators Society of America; Patrick Dragonette; David Dalton; Ryan Saghian; Winslow & Cohen; Kym Rodger; Nicole Gordon; Fernando Diaz; Woodson & Runnerfield’s House of Design and many others. This is the second year the

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Wattles Mansion has hosted a designer showcase. Managed by the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, the home continues to be a preserved and restored as a fine turn-of-the-century estate of Hollywood. Open through April 16 Thursdays through Sundays, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., admission is $40 per person. For tickets visit reitzhausproductions.com or wattlesshowcase.com. The house is located at 1824 N. Curson Ave. Los Angeles CA 90046. The Wattles Mansion Design House Showcase will benefit No-Kill Los Angeles (NKLAO, Save Iconic Architecture Projects (SIA) and the Los Angeles Parks Foundation.

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Clippers Star Blake Griffin Takes Flight In Special Edition Basketball Sneaker Designed By Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Patient By Matt Lopez Clippers forward Blake Griffin is known as one of the best slam dunk artists in NBA history. In Wednesday night’s 133124 victory over the Washington Wizards, Griffin had a special pair of sneakers helping him take flight. In connection with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles’ (CHLA) Make March Matter fundraising drive, Griffin wore sneakers designed by 11-year-old CHLA patient Justice Griffith. The red and black Clippers-themed sneakers – with “Justice” emblazoned on

the tongue of the shoe – were designed in collaboration with Jordan Brand’s “Super.Fly 5” line. The sneakers designed by Griffith were renamed the “Just 5.” Blake Griffin wore the shoes Wednesday and had one of his best performances of the season, scoring 26 points with 10 rebounds and nine assists. In the postgame press conference, Griffin said other players on the court were a s k - Blake Griffin and Justice Griffith show of Justice’s design for the shoe. Photo: @LAClippers on Twitter i n g him The auction opened on and how exact he wanted it,” about the Griffin said after the game. “I March 18 and will run until shoes, not can’t even decide what shirt to April 13. k n o w i n g wear every day and he was To see a photo gallery of w h o like ‘no I want this red, laces the special CHLA sneakers, d e s i g n e d black’ you know what I mean? visit the NBA’s website: them. He went through the whole http://www.nba.com/clip“ T h e y thing and knocked it out.” pers/gallery/superfly-5-just-5. were aweFor more information on The shoes are now being some, I was auctioned off online at Make March Matter, visit completely www.clippers.com/auction MakeMarchMatter.org. All blown away with all proceeds going toward donations will be matched up Griffin wore the sneakers in Wednesday’s win by Justice’s the Make March Matter pro- to $25,000 by the Clippers vision for gram. Foundation. over the Washington Wizards. the shoe Photo: @br_kicks on Twitter

Health Happenings... Women’s Guild CedarsSinai Luncheon To Honor Natalie Morales, Deborah Landis The Women’s Guild CedarsSinai annual spring luncheon will start with an 11 a.m. reception, Thursday, April 20 at The Beverly Wilshire. The afternoon benefits the Women’s Guild Simulation Center for Advanced Clinical Skills, where high-tech patient simulators and next-generation technology provide critical training for health professionals. Since 1957, the guild has raised more than $50 million in support of Cedars-Sinai’s work. • The event will honor NBC News Today West Coast anchor and Access Hollywood host Natalie Morales with the Woman of Achievement Award. • Academy Award-nominated costume designer and founding director and chair of The David C. Copley Center for Costume Design at UCLA, Prof. Deborah Landis, will receive the Trailblazer Award. Set to attend are: Astrid Swan, Adina Porter, Andrea Navedo and Elizabeth Berkley. Tickets for the noon luncheon are $225. For information, call 310423-3667 or visit https://www.womensguildcs.org.

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‘Mr. Las Vegas’ Comes To Beverly Hills

Wayne Newton Gets ‘Up Close And Personal’ At The Saban Next Saturday By Matt Lopez At Wayne Newton’s “Up Close And Personal” live show, nothing is off limits. Take for example, a question posed by an audience member at one of Newton’s recent performances. Short and to the point, the woman said: “Tell us about the mob.” “If I told you, I’d have to kill you,” Newton recalls saying jokingly, in a phone interview with the Courier. “The truth is, I don’t know much about the mob. It’s just not something I was a party to, despite all the old Vegas folklore, but that’s the great thing about the show—ask anything you want.” Newton hopes guests come armed with questions of their own when he brings his unique “Up Close And Personal” tour to the Saban Theatre on Saturday, April 8. The show is part musical performance—Newton sings and plays some of his 13 selftaught instruments—part Q&A session, and part storytime with the man known as “Mr. Las Vegas” who has been entertaining audiences in Sin City and

across the country for nearly 60 years. Interspersed with the show will be clips from Newton’s vast music and film career. Newton had a vacation from performing to relax and convert his 40-acre Casa de Shenandoah ranch into a museum, when he was approached with the idea of returning to the stage. “Bally’s called me about a year ago and told me about the new theater they were opening, an intimate little setup reminiscent of old Vegas, and they said they wanted me to open it,” Newton said. “Now I usually perform with a 28-piece band, but there’s not room for that here, so I stripped it down and wrote a special, intimate show that is really retro Vegas.” Newton’s Saban performance will be his first headlining act in Beverly Hills, a city he says he “adores.” “Oh, I’ve got so many friends in Beverly Hills, I’m out there often and I just love it,” Newton said. “It will be my first headliner, but I’ve performed many shows in the area at places like Cocoanut Grove and

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up and down the Sunset Strip, opening for Cher and Jack Benny.” Newton is perhaps the pioneer of the Las Vegas “residency,” which pop stars like Mariah Carey, Britney Spears and Celine Dion have all began doing in recent years. “It’s nice to come back with an intimate show because everything in Vegas has become

so big,” Newton said. “The metamorphosis in terms of entertainment has been interesting, you had the headliners like Dean (Martin), Frank (Sinatra) and Sammy [Davis Jr.], then it was the magicians with Siegfried and Roy for the next decade, on to Danny Gans and all the impressionists, and then we have been in the Cirque syndrome for about the past 10 year, and then all of the sudden, here come the residencies. But it really is a great thing for Vegas and I’m proud to have been a part of it.” Newton has “been a part of it” practically since childhood. He got his start at 15 when a Las Vegas booking agent saw him on a local television show, Lew King Rangers. He’ll perform all the classic hits at The Saban, including Danke Schoen, Red Roses For A Blue Lady, Daddy Don’t You

Walk So Fast, and many more At 74, Newton is staying busy. In addition to the “Up Close And Personal” tour, he’s working with famed Nirvana producer Butch Vig to record his first new material in decades in music that will accompany the upcoming film Puppy Love, which Newton also has an acting part in. Newton has had notable silver screen roles in the past, including James Bond’s nemesis Prof. Joe Butcher in License To Kill, and a fictionalized, egocentric version of himself in National Lampoon’s comedy Vegas Vacation. “When I appeared on Roseanne, my first scene was with her in a showroom and she was drunk, and they have me say ‘throw that broad out of here’ and I said, guys, I can’t say that.” Newton said, laughing. “I love acting and I’d love to do it more in the future, but what I really love is roles where I’m not myself, because they always want me to play myself, but the writers will inevitably write something for Wayne Newton that I wouldn’t really say. I guess that’s part of the fun of it all.”

Meredith Thomas, Jennifer Taub and Jennifer Lee Laks in Theatre 40’s April, May & June. Photo by Ed Krieger

Local Playwright Offers His Own Take On Three Sisters In April, May & June At Theatre 40 Playwright Gary Goldstein thought April, May & June would make a good play title. “Writers are often thinking about that,” said Goldstein,” and I thought this could be a story about three sisters, what environment they were in and take a look at their relationship—and everything evolved from there.” The result is April, May & June—a play about three sisters and the discoveries they make while closing up their late mother’s home—playing at Theatre 40’s Reuben Cordova Theatre through Sunday, April 16. In Goldstein’s play, after the three Jewish sisters—in their 40s and a year apart—have done all the cleaning and they’re going through things, “they discover something about their mother that

blows their minds and perception of who they thought she was; and it’s somewhat related to them,” says Goldstein. “The play asks, ‘what do we know and don’t know about our parents?” says Goldstein. “How can siblings Gary Goldstein grow up in the same house and be so different and have such different relationships with their parents? And they emerge as such different people.” The sisters have issues with unfaith(see ‘PLAYWRIGHT’ page 13)

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ful partners, weight and a mother who was the most present parent in their lives, having endured an alcoholic husband and persevered. “Audiences will recognize the emotions and characters in the play and see a little of themselves or family members and people they know; like mismatched dysfunctional parents who muddle through,” said Goldstein. The play marks both Goldstein’s and director Terri Hanauer’s debut with the local theater company. Goldstein became friends with her through actress friend Robin Riker who appeared in Hanauer’s production of The Way You Look Tonight at the Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, where she frequently directs plays by her husband playwright Peter Lefcourt. “Terri and I became Facebook friends,” says Goldstein. “I wrote this play a few years ago and sent it to her.” Hanauer—who also happens to be the middle of three sisters-—sent it on to Theatre 40 artistic director and producer David Hunt Stafford who was in the midst of picking plays for the current season. He read and liked the play—”It’s charming and sweet. These sisters rediscover each other and their mother when they come across a stack of old letters in a drawer and find out things about their mother they never knew. It’s touching, and gives a great insight into the human condition,” said Stafford. After Theatre 40 board approval, he made it the fifth in the six-play season. “We try to do a mix of classics— Terence Rattigan’s Separate Tables is next for the company, opening May 18—and interesting new plays that haven’t been

seen before,” says Stafford. “This play fit right in; and I knew it would be the kind of play that would appeal to our audiences.” And Goldstein is happy to be having his play’s world premiere with Theatre 40. “I admire a company that self-produces new work,” he says. “Plus, it’s a great location.” His previous plays include Just Men, Curtain Call, Parental Discretion and Three Grooms and a Bride. He has also written the screenplays for the feature films If You Only Knew and Politics Of Love, as well as numerous films for television, including The Wish List, Hitched For The Holidays, This Magic Moment, My Boyfriend’s Dogs, and Flower Shop Mysteries starring Brooke Shields, including Snipped In The Bud and Mum’s the Word. He’s also written for episodic television. But plays are favorites, says Goldstein, “Plays give you a freedom you wouldn’t necessarily have with TV or a movie; and you’re more intimately involved—you can focus on character, dialog and theme.” He’s just finished his next play, To My Children’s Father, inspired by his father who died last year and “the strange last three months with him,” says Goldstein. “My dad said ‘I hope you’re writing this down.’” Described as “almost a companion piece to April, May & June,” it’s “about the big turnaround in what happened to him in the end, and reconciling with the past.” Performances of April, May & June are at 8 p.m., Thursday-Saturday and 2 p.m., Sunday in the company’s theater on the BHHS campus, 241 S. Moreno Dr. Tickets are $30. Call 310-364-0535 for reservations or visit www.theatre40.org for online ticketing. —Steve Simmons

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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S OUTLOOK Bellydance Evolution will present a retelling of Alice In Wonderland, uniting Eastern and Western culture and Middle Eastern, hip-hop contemporary, tribal and acrobatic dance at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 1 and 4:30 p.m., Sunday, April 2 at the El Portal MainStage Theater, 5269 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. Choreographer Jillina Carlano has created a revolutionary approach to the tale, re-imagining the “mad” characters through the language of world fusion dance, in a program featuring a cast of 20, suitable for all ages. Tickets range from $13-$39 and are available by calling 818-508-4200 or visiting https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pe.c/10123576. • • • • • Actresses Debbie Allen, Frances Fisher, Carol Leifer and Daphne Zuniga will read Poems from the Pond, featuring works by Peggy Freydberg, at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, April 2 in The Edye at The Broad Stage, 131- 11th St., Santa Monica. Edited by Academy Award-winning producer Laurie David, the program showcases poems by Freydberg, who began writing insightful poetry at 90 and died at 107. Tickets range from $50-$75 and are available online at www.thebroadstage.com or by phone at 310-434-3200. • • • • • The “Sci-Fi At Union Station” film series kicks off with doors opening at 7 p.m. for 1982’s Blade Runner, Wednesday, April 5 at the landmark station, 888 N. Alameda Street, L.A. With scenes shot in the station’s Historic Ticketing Hall and directed by Ridley Scott and starring Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer and Sean Young, the neo-noir science fiction classic portrays a dystopian L.A. in which “Blade Runners” are assigned to assassinate illegal androids known as replicants. The 7:30 p.m. screening will be introduced by former Los Angeles Times entertainment reporter Susan King, who specializes in “Classic Hollywood.” Admission is free, and seating is on a firstcome, first-served basis. For information, visit www.unionstationla.com. • • • • • Dr. James W. Mercer, author of Secrets and Shame: Dear Oprah Diaries, will be the guest speaker in The Khalili Center’s next Men’s Support Group Series at 6 p.m., Thursday, April 6 at the center, 9033 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 200. The group is a free resource for men who struggle with weight and weight-related health issues Open to the public, the program will feature

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EARTH DOCTOR VISITS—Earth Doctor Reese Halter (center) gave a presentation “Bees, Trees & Seas” to the Beverly Hills Women’s Club, Tuesday. Conservation expert Halter discussed “The Sixth Great Extinction,” and how insects, plants and oceans are effected by the climate. With Halter, are from left, Linda Schwartz and Jean Lowe with three of Halter’s books, which he signed for members. Photo by Theresa Martincevic

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and SoCal events. a complimentary light dinner; and the first 10 RSVPs will receive a signed book. For information, contact Debrah Henderson, 310-858-1242 or dhenderson@khalilicenter.com • • • • • The fourth annual Great Gatsby Ball will be held at UCLA’s Ackerman Grand Ballroom, from 7-11 p.m., Saturday April 8. The event will include 1920s dance lessons until 9 p.m., followed by dancing to BHHS alumus Dutch Newman & his Musical Melodians with guest singer, Mikal Sandoval. The event is sponsored and produced by the Historical Ballroom Dance Club at UCLA (founded in 1997 by another BHHS alum James Zimmer). HBDC is completing its 20th year of free admission vintage dance workshops/costume balls with four special events featuring lessons with Cynthia Harper, a popular dance teacher at Roxbury Park. Email HistoricalDance@yahoo.com to RSVP. • • • • • Tenor Michael Fabiano will be next in the Celebrity Opera Series at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 8 at The Broad Stage, 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. Through last weekend, Fabiano sang Alfredo in Verdi’s La Traviata at the Met. Earlier he sang Rodolfo in La Bohème at the famed NY opera house. This summer, he will sing his first Don Jose in Bizet’s Carmen in a new staging at Aix-en-

Provence Festival in France. Fabiano will then open the 2017-18 season at the Royal Opera House in London. The recipient of the 2014 Richard Tucker Award and the 2014 Beverly Sills Artists Award, Fabiano Michael Fabiano is the first-ever winner of both awards in the same year, and at 32, is considered one of the leading young tenors in the world today. Tickets start at $80 and are available online at www.thebroadstage.com or by calling 310-434-3200. • • • • • Barbara Lazaroff, co-owner of Spago will host the 33rd annual Passover Seder beginning at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 11 at the restaurant, 176 N. Cañon Dr., The dinner will once again benefit MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger, a national nonprofit working to end hunger among all faiths and backgrounds in the U.S and Israel. The dinner raises funds that help families in L.A. Led by Rabbi Arnold Rachlis and Cantor Ruti Braier of University Synagogue, also taking part will be the West Los Angeles Children’s Choir singing two specially prepared Seder songs. The dinner is $190 per adult, $80 for children under 9. For reservations, call 310-385-0880.

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WATER WELLS–A fundraiser on World Water Day for Generosity.org brought out a crowd at the Montage Beverly Hills to bring in donations to drill clean water wells in countries around the globe which have no access to clean water. Founded in 2007 by Philip Wagner, pastor of L.A.’s Oasis Church, Generosity.org has already drilled 780 clean water well wells with an additional 200. Joining in the cause were (from left): famed actor Paul Servino and his wife DeeDee; actress Kate Flannery (The Office), singer Tim Davis (Glee) and comedienne Jane Lynch (Glee). Photos by William Kidston L.A. CHAMBER ORCHESTRA–Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s (LACO) elegant annual fundraiser, which brought in nearly $570,000, featured a special concert, silent and live auctions, a sumptuous dinner and a glamorous after party last Saturday downtown at the Millennium Biltmore. Pat and Sandy Gage (pictured), who co-chaired LACO’s three most lucrative galas ever, headed the event for a fourth time. Titled "All in LA," the event honored LACO Music Director Jeffrey Kahane and LACO Board Member Ruth Eliel for their creative, tireless and visionary leadership of LACO and their contributions to the Los Angeles arts community. Proceeds benefit LACO’s artistic and education activities. Photo by Jamie Pham

PENINSULA BEVERLY HILLS–Sheryl Shark and Antonio Castillo de la Gala performed four-hand duo piano music and two piano duet music as well as solo piano pieces at the Peninsula Beverly Hills on Monday evening as a benefit for the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA). Founded in 1961, APDA is the nation's largest grassroots network dedicated to assist the more than 1 million Americans living with Parkinson's disease. Attendees at the sold-out event were treated to rousing performances by composers including Mozart, Brahms, Dvorak, Rossini, Chopin and Liszt. Photo by Elizabeth Aguayo CHRYSALIS–Chrysalis client Erica stands beside make-up artist Nick who donated his time and talent for the nonprofit organization’s Women’s Empowerment Program on Monday, where more than 45 Chrysalis clients received special treatment at Planet Salon. The event was part of a 9-week workshop series that is aimed at building self-esteem and creating a safe space for the organization’s female clients. Workshop topics include time management, interview skills, healthy living and money management. Chrysalis has helped more than 55,000 homeless and low-income individuals find their own pathway to self-sufficiency through employment since 1984. For more information, visit: ChangeLives.org.

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ur hope is that the public will understand the importance of social impact, be it for nonprofits, foundations, corporations or municipalities,” says Tai Sunnanon, founder/president of consulting firm, the si3 group, a fullservice non-profit strategy firm, specializing in corporate growth, non-profits, marketing and media relations. “Beverly Hills is a microcosm of the state of affairs across the state and nation in that people want positive change and tangible results. And we're here to help,” said Sunnanon. “In our line of work, we not only improve business outcomes for our clients, but we also coach and support leaders to adapt to change. “That is why we are proud of the following stats,” Sunnanon reports. • 100 percent minority-staffed • 98 percent success in all its campaigns. • 20-years collective experience among the three principals. • 20 staff members—The firm conducts research, writes papers and speaks regularly on topics of social innovation. • Three-month, six-month and oneyear pro-bono follow-ups with all clients. And that’s why 100 percent of clients have been referral-based. “We recognize that shifts in executive leadership and market forces are inevitable,“ Sunnanon says. The si3 method is designed to change businesses and organizations. It’s formula for leadership and organizational transformation is: innovation +

incubation = impact (the three “Is”). The si3 group helps clients, including nonprofits with boards in Beverly Hills, develop a strategic growth plan and business model to influence the way a business thinks and operates. “It is important for the executive team to articulate its current stage of growth to pursue an appropriate strategy to improve revenues,” Sunnanon says. “Our work is often a game changer for clients,” says Sunnanon. “We want them to have that ‘a ha’ moment.” Over the years, Sunnanon, has been an executive coach to nearly 100 organization and corporate heads, helping them develop business leadership skills. In fact, four hours a week of executive coaching is a requirement for clients. One of the top themes Sunnanon's seen over the years is “common mistakes,” and how either in-tune or out-oftune leaders are with their core values, a key indicator of living purposefully. “It is important to note that our values—the internal system that guides our behaviors and attitudes— evolve over time,’ says Sunnanon. “Thus, evaluating our core values should be an on-going practice. As a result, Tai Sunnanon has created his “Living Purposefully” exercise to help his staff, clients and network live more purposefully. Before working with Fortune 500 companies and elected officials, Sunnanon was an instructor at Harvard University, teaching courses on social entrepreneurship and adaptive leadership.

Before teaching, Sunnanon founded several nonprofits and for-profit companies, including California WISH (Working In Supporting the Homeless), providing education services to homeless and at-risk youth, and SeaVit, combating vitamin deficiency in South East Asia. He was also the executive director of Reading Partners Silicon Valley, a national organization aimed at closing the literacy gap for struggling elementary school students. From 2002-2004, Sunnanon served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Republic of Palau. Sunnanon has led finance and trade projects in more than 15 countries, including Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Laos, Cambodia, Micronesia, Guam, Saipan, and Solomon Islands, which have honored him for his work in international development. He completed his doctoral coursework at Harvard, where he also earned his MPP and EdM degrees, and holds a BA from UCLA. Sunnanon has fond memories of being mentored by Max Salter, former BH mayor. “He always said to me, ‘you have to give back,’” recalls Sunnanon. He founded the firm a year and a half ago, and it’s already become known for leading successful campaigns for politicians and initiatives. “It fits into our mission of creating positive outcomes on a state and city level that trickle down,” says Sunnanon. Si3 group was behind the rejection of Measure N in Glendale that would have eliminated the utility users tax, a key funding source for city police, fire

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Extra Lean Ground Sirloin . . . . . . . . . . .$459 lb USDA Choice Tri-Tip Roast . . . . . . . . . . . .$599 lb USDA Choice New York Steak . . . . . . . . .$1199 lb

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Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts . . . . . .$299 lb

PASSOVER WINES Manischewitz Wines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$499 Concord Grape

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Bartenura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1099 Moscato

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Baron Herzog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$999 Merlot

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Teal Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$999 Shiraz

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FRIDAY & SATURDAY SALE Seedless Green

Hot House

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Cucumbers

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3 for $1

Eggplant

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Fun facts about Ambrosia apples The Ambrosia apple is believed to be a cross of Jona Gold and Golden Delicious. They are a medium to large bi-colored variety, with butter-yellow skin that is blushed with red. Their creamy yellow flesh is crisp and juicy with a sweet flavor and low acidity.

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Joan Mangum FRIENDS FOREVER–Two stars for the former hit TV comedy series Friends, Courteney Cox and Lisa Kudrow were on hand at The Beverly Hilton for the Open Mind Gala, which the latter emceed. Singer/songwriter Demi Lovato (right photo) was among the honorees at the event which raised $900,000 for health research programs at UCLA. Lakers’ head coach Luke Walton was another attendee. Photos by Getty Images

The Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA held its biannual Open Mind Gala at The Beverly Hilton in support of mental health research, education, and clinical care programs. Sponsored by The Friends of the Semel Institute and the UCLA Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital Board of Directors, the event raised some $900,000 for the cause. Three leaders in business, education, and entertainment, were honored for their work in advancing the fields of neuroscience and mental health. Demi Lovato received the “Artistic Award of Courage;” Julia S. Gouw–the “Humanitarian Award,” and Dr. Kesley Martin–he “Visionary Award.” Actress Lisa Kudrow hosted the event, while singer-songwriter Chord Overstreet took the stage with his guitar in hand to perform Homeland and his new single Hold On. Event co-chairs were Margot Calabrese, Alexandra Dwek, Beth Karmin, and Dana Pachulksi. Spotted in the crowed... Vicky Goodman (founder/president of The Friends of Semel Institute), Dr. Nancy Glaser (founding chair of the Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital Board of Advisors, UCLA ‘s Dr. Michael Gitlin, Dr. Andrew Leuchter, and Dr. Thomas Strouse, along with Dan Bucatinsky, Courteney Co, Diane Keaton, Andrea and Peter Roth, Luke Walton, and more. ****** World of Children, a global recognition and funding organization for individuals exclusively serving the needs of vulnerable children, announced the extraordinary individuals to be honored at its “2017 World of Children Hero Awards” on Wednesday, April 19, at Montage Beverly Hills. Model Lily Aldridge Followill will present the inaugural

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BIRTHDAYS—Joan Leopold Brown, Richard Chamberlain, William Daniels, Shirley Jones, Jenny Marks, Rhea Perlman, Cheryl Medow and Christopher Walken (March 31); Alizia Gur Schrager, Tim Curry, Ali McGraw, Annette O’Toole, Arleen Grace, Cindy Pickett, and Jane Powell (April 1); Beverly Cohen, Karen Schuber, Emmylou Harris, Linda Hunt and Tom Levyn (April 2); Wayne Newton, Jennie Garth, Richard Stone, Elliott Feinman, Alec Baldwin, Eddie Murphy, David Hyde Pierce, and Tony Orlando (April 3); Robert Downey Jr., Cloris Leachman, and Craig T. Nelson (April 4); Roger Corman, Max Gail, Christine Lahti, and Michael Moriarty (April 5); Merle Haggard, Marilu Henner, Ari Meyers, Tamara Henry and Billy Dee Williams (April 6); and belatedly Maria Belnap (March 28).

“World of Children Crisis Award” to CNN senior international correspondent Arwa Damon, in recognition for her work for Syrian child refugees. The latter founded INARA, which provides life-altering medical care for children from conflict areas with catastrophic injuries unable to access treatment due to the war. Three others will be honored for their work with vulnerable children in various parts of the world... Dr. Jumana Odeh, who founded The Palestinian Happy Child Center in Ramallah to provide treatment and care to children with trauma and neurological disorders, as well as learning and developmental disabilities; Dr. Jorge Rajos-Zegers, founder of Chile’s COANIQUEM which provides young burn victims throughout Latin America comprehensive rehabilitation treatment free of charge; and Dr. Meghan Pasricha, who co-founded Global youth H.E.L.P. Inc. in 2003 to harness the power of youth by developing a global network of passionate youth leaders dedicated to creating positive change through health, education, and leadership programs. Actress Brooke Burke-Charvet will return as emcee for the event, which will also include a special performance by the Carlthorp School Chorus. For more information, call 925-452-8272 or visit www.worldofchildren.org. ****** Donna Schweers, chair of Providence Saint John’s Health Center Foundation’s Board of Trustees, and her husband Tom Geiser, chair of Providence Saint John’s Board of Directors, hosted an afternoon reception for a group of benefactors in their Brentwood home in recognition of the 75th anniversary of the Health Center and the 35th anniversary of the John Wayne Cancer Institute. BENEFACTORS– At the benefactors reception were (from left): Robert and Suzanne Davidow, with Dr. Donald Larsen, chief medical officer at Providence Saint John's Health Center and John Wayne Cancer Institute. Photo by Glenn Marzano

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Frances Allen’s Desert Roundup Palm Desert’s street of glamour, El Paseo, is twice as long as Beverly Hills’ Rodeo Drive’s row of upscale, world renowned shops. The rotating row of sculptures placed down the street’s manicured median give one a feeling of shopping in Monte Carlo, so it was only fitting that The Gardens of El Paseo was the center of focus for the 12th annual Fashion Week. Project Runway (season 4), and Project Runway All Stars designer Chris March showcased an elegant, theatrical look with one model from March’s collection wearing a back brace in homage to designer Frida Kahlo who wore a back brace after a recent bus accident. Another contestant on Project Runway (season 10) and Project Runway All Stars, Christopher Palu, emphasized black and white beading with leather, harnesses and buckles. Project Runway (season 7) participant Jesus Estrada was joined by his twin brother, Antonio, in presenting dresses that sought fusion with very dramatic and elegant designs. Char Glover, Project Runway (season 13), sought freedom in her designs that allow wearers to be free in expressing “whom they are. Keeping it in the family, Stephanie Costello, cousin of designer Michael Costello, presented fashion from a male perspective, predominately in black and white, with one shining, allred suit being an exception. However, it was Palm Springs’ native Michael himself, who garnered the most attention, being presented with a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. Another notable event of this year’s Fashion Week was a trunk show featuring CD Greene, presented by local philanthropist Madeline Redstone (pictured, left) . It was the first time that Greene has visited the Desert and he was on site to answer questions and take orders. Highlighting “man’s best friend,” (or in honor of Fashion Week, women’s best friend), Coastal Collection presented Le Chien Masquerade Party featuring canine fashions by Orostani Couture and benefiting the Human Society of the Desert. While cocktail receptions and designer outfits dotted the various activities of Fashion Week, for the last three days of Fashion Week the activities of the Palm Desert Food and Wine Festival were in full swing, with tasting and cooking demonstrations from Food Network chef Aarti Sequeira, and almost a dozen locals who sliced and diced their way to various tasting and creations, including a four-course lunch.

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AIPAC—Consul General of Israel in Los Angeles Sam Grunwerg with the incoming U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman at this week's American Israel Public Affairs Committee in Washington D.C. AIPAC is a bipartisan organization of U.S. citizens committed solely to strengthening, protecting and promoting the U.S.Israel relationship.

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MAKING MUSIC LEGALLY—This week, the Health and Safety Commission presented Gary S. Greene, Esq., with a certificate of recognition commending his musical accomplishments and honoring his work as a founder of Legal Voices of the Los Angeles Lawyers Philharmonic, a 100-voice chorus composed of lawyers, judges, law students, and legal staff. Greene said: “My colleagues in law find that playing in the orchestra and big band and singing in the chorus relax and revitalize them, especially after a stressful day in the office or in court. It’s enjoyable and a healthy way to spend an evening.”

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was decorated with ornate garlands and sprays of orchids, lilies, roses, petunias in shades of orange. Outside, gathering had begun early, overseen by the Beverly Hills Police and Fire Departments. Inside, the academy pulsed with energy. The installation began shortly after 7 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and the Star-Spangled Banner sung by City Clerk Byron Pope. An invocation included the words of Rabbi Jonathan Aaron (Temple Emanuel), Rabbi David Baron (Temple Of The Arts), Father Ed Benioff (Good Shepherd Catholic Church), Rabbi Pini Dunner (Young Israel of North Beverly Hills), Pastor Andrew Eagles (Beverly Hills Presbyterian), Pastor Jeff Freeman (Four Square Church of Beverly Hills) and Rabbi David Shofet (Nessah Synagogue). City Treasurer Eliot Finkel stepped down and Howard Fisher, who thanked his wife, his kids and his dog, was sworn in. Many jokes were made about the former Planning Commissioner’s “difficult” campaign – he ran unopposed. Dr. Julian Gold was installed as the new vice mayor. Krasne, who has served the City for nearly three decades, returned to civilian life with an emotional farewell that brought a standing ovation in the auditorium. “I promised to increase transparency and support the General Plan, modernize the infrastructure and reduce overdevelopment, bring water treatment and fiber optic connectivity to each home and office. We have done these things,” she said. “Someone else will have to bury the electric wires,” a pet project that

was not accomplished during her tenure. Krasne gave a moving speech, at one point becoming tearful, as she graciously thanked the City for the opportunity. Krasne was first appointed to the Architectural Commission in 1997. She served on the Planning Commission from 2003-07. The experience she gained served the City well during her tenure on the City Council, which began in 2007-2011 and resumed in 2013 to the present. Krasne thanked several of her supporters by name, as well as “all the previous mayors, whose shoulders I have stood on.” She wished Mayor Lili Bosse well. “Thank you to all of the citizens of Beverly Hills for giving me this extraordinary opportunity to serve you. It’s been an honor.” Krasne said. Krasne received the key to the City and a street sign with “Nancy Krasne Way” printed on it. With her 95-year-old mother and husband Jim helping, she exited the stage in an emotional farewell. The stage was set for the swearing-in of Lester Friedman and Robert Wunderlich as the newest City Councilmembers, and the passing of the gavel from Councilmember John Mirisch to Mayor Lili Bosse. The newly-seated City Council will face battles with residents and developers, traffic from Santa Monica Blvd. and Metro construction and its affects on business and tourism and school budget cuts, among other things to begin their terms. Vice Mayor Krasne’s departure unfolded with grace, as is characteristic of her service. Her departure leaves a big hole to be filled by Wunderlich and Friedman, and leaves Bosse the only female on the council.

open to the public. This year, they are all historic properties with landmark provenances and connections to the building of 90210 as a worldfamous destination. “Three of the estates actually feature urban forests, a real luxury when acreage and water are precious,” said Beck, a longtime volunteer at Virginia Robinson Gardens and Beverly Hills Cultural Heritage Commission member. As always, the historic Robinson Gardens will be transformed into a magical showcase house by leading room and floral designers, including Frette, Christofle, and Table Art (TART), while Mama An of Crustacean will sample

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five pillars of wellness including personal growth, exercise, nutrition, sleep, and relationships. Through the Healthy City initiative, Chopra will launch a Jiyo Beverly Hills Healthy City that is connected through the app, where everyone who uses the platform can measure their participation and progress, and access teachings from experts as part of the collaboration. “Who knows wellness better than Deepak Chopra?” asked Bosse, who has incorporated daily meditation into her wellbeing routine. She anticipates Chopra will also lead the walks and guided meditations in person at times, through the City of Beverly Hills. With that, Bosse moved on to her second signature initiative, BOLD, the acronym for Business Open Later Days, aimed at healthy and vibrant Beverly Hills businesses. With the Metro construction looming and the Santa Monica Boulevard reconstruction in progress, the City faces challenges in luring shoppers away from the Grove, the newly redesigned Beverly Center and the soon-to-open redesigned and expanded Westfield Century City mall. Bosse’s initiative, she said, is intended to get businesses throughout the City to stay open into the evening hours. She wants the City to offer the customer an unparalleled evening experience, bringing unique events to the City that will appeal to shoppers to help businesses thrive. For several years the council, the Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau, the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce and the Rodeo Drive Committee have discussed staying open evening hours as part of the overall strategy to keep businesses healthy in the City. But it has not happened. No one business can open if the others do not. The objective is to make Beverly Hills a nighttime desti-

March 31, 2017 | Page 19 Secret Kitchen recipes in the kitchen. Weiss will be creating the concierge seating with floral designs from Mark’s Gardens. Philanthropist Ron Burkle, who owns one of the area’s finest historical landmarks, Greenacres, is being honored as Grand Marshal. The always-delectable luncheon will be served on the Great Lawn at Virginia Robinson Gardens featuring the Kitchen for Exploring Foods and menu items from legendary Beverly Hills restaurants including chili from Chasen’s, Cobb salad from the Brown Derby, and coffee crunch cake from Blum’s. There will be a fashion show by Theory and bountiful boutiques. nation, she said. “Beverly Hills goes to sleep at night; then it’s not a walkable City,” said Bosse. “We need to have our stores open later. We need to create a vibe and an energy.” Bosse said she was very disappointed to discover that hotel General Managers were referring their guests to dinner and shopping in the adjacent venues because the City has closed for the night by 6 p.m. The new mayor promises she will roll it out this summer; not just on Rodeo Drive, but in the Business Triangle and throughout all of Beverly Hills, in conjunction with events that will create an irresistible “buzz.” “I want Beverly Hills to have a pulse at night. This is one of my ‘A’ priorities.” One day into her term, Bosse is already reaching out to make it happen. She has spoken to several principals. “This year, we will do it,” she promised. “My philosophy is to start with ‘yes’ and then figure out how. This is something the businesses want - places to go at night. Just like the dog park – If they [businesses] understand that this is a mission. . . I’m starting immediately to have meetings.” When Bosse became mayor in 2014, the dog park, 10 years in the making, finally came to fruition through sheer determination to get it done. In addition, to spotlight businesses in the City, Bosse is bringing back her “60-Second Shout-Out,” debuting April 3 with Edelweiss Chocolates as they celebrate 75 years in Beverly Hills. Businesses that are spotlighted will remain on the City’s website with a link to their webpage for the year, showcasing commerce in the City of Beverly Hills. Bosse will also begin a new level of transparency and open government, starting with televising the Mayor’s Cabinet meetings, a monthly meeting between the mayor and the City’s 11 commission chairs that informs the mayor of the commissions’ agendas. These meetings have never been televised before, though they are open to the public. By

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The Garden Tour, which is a charitable event to support the on-going restoration and maintenance of this L.A. County-owned facility in the heart of Beverly Hills, takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 20. For more information, visit: www.robinsongardens.org. televising them Bosse hopes to engage more residents in the business of the City. “It’s a kind of a ‘one-stop shop’ to see what’s going on in the City,” she said. Meetings are set for every third Monday at 5 p.m. The videos will then be available on demand on the City website. It is Bosse’s wish that more residents become active in City government. She has often expressed her support for TEAM Beverly Hills, a comprehensive education for residents who wish to understand City Government. The new mayor reached out to women especially on Tuesday, encouraging everyone to become involved and to run for public office. Bosse is also committed to protecting those who rent their homes within the City, at least 51 percent of the residents. “It’s like David and Goliath,” she said of the new Rent Stabilization ordinance. “I’m all about protecting David.” She has already scheduled the landlord-tenant matter for the April 20 city council meeting at 7 p.m. “The other meetings [on landlord-tenant issues] have all been scheduled during the day. This way, working people can attend.” Though a new ordinance is in place, there are still issues to be worked out. Bosse has re-committed the council to fulfilling the promise of a rental registry that will include the status of all rental properties in the City. She is also committed to protecting realistic relocation fees. For Bosse, these changes are part of a “Healthy Government.” “So, there are two parts to my new initiatives. SOUL and BOLD,” she says. “Deepak says that ‘affluent’ doesn’t equal ‘healthy.’ My goal is to nourish the body, spirit and soul. Health starts from inside out. Deepak is working with us free . . . to help other cities and change the culture of how people feel.” For Bosse, change starts one city at a time, in Beverly Hills.

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE CALLING FOR PROPOSALS Beverly Hills Unified School District Proposal Deadline: 12:00 p.m. Friday, April 28, 2017 Place of Proposal Receipt: 255 S. Lasky Dr. Beverly Hills, CA 90212 – Purchasing Department Project: Network Infrastructure Equipment Proposal #: 2017-007 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Beverly Hills Unified School District of Los Angeles County, California, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as "DISTRICT," will receive up to, but not later than, the abovestated time, sealed proposals for the award of a contract or contracts for the above Project. Those Proposals timely received shall be opened and publicly read aloud. This request for proposals is to provide the District with Network Infrastructure Equipment that includes: Firewall, Network Switches and Components, Wireless Components, Caching Server, including software, licenses, and support; The District is participating in the Federal Universal Service Discount program for schools and libraries (E-Rate), offered by the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC), via the Schools and libraries Division (SLD). Vendor providing services to the District as part of the E-Rate program must have a Service Provider Identification Number. (SPIN) Each proposal must confirm and be responsive to the request for proposal documents, copies of which are on file and may be obtained via email from the Purchasing Office contact Dianne Richard at drichard@bhusd.org beginning March 31, 2017, or download a copy from the District website www.bhusd.org. Questions regarding the contents of the request for proposal document should be submitted in writing, via e-mail, to Anthony Talbert at atalbert@bhusd.org. All questions must be submitted by 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 12, 2017, and will be answered, with both the question and answer provided on the District website (www.bhusd.org) as an Addendum. Addendum documents will also be sent via email to vendors who have requested copies of the proposal document and/or have submitted questions. The Contractor shall maintain insurance adequate to protect him from claims under Worker’s Compensation Acts, and from claims from damages for personal injury, including death, and damage to property, which may arise from operations under the contract. The Contractor may be required to file with the District certificates of such insurance. Failure to furnish such evidence, if required, may be considered default by the Contractor. The DISTRICT reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any proposals or in the bidding process. No proposer may withdraw any proposal for a period of Thirty (30) calendar days after the date set for the opening of proposals. Publication Dates: 3/31/17 & 4/7/17

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 14-13049 A.P.N.: 4388-002-021 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS D O C U M E N T ATTACHED. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE Section 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/29/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor: Fred Obedian and Parvaneh Obedian. Duly Appointed Trustee: Carrington Foreclosure Services, LLC. Recorded 7/2/2009 as Instrument No. 20090997543 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Described as follows: as more fully described in said deed of trust. Date of Sale: 5/18/2017 at 9:00 AM. Place of Sale:Vineyard Ballroom of the Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk,

13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $984,945.70 (Estimated). Street Address or other common designation of real property: 9476 HIDDEN VALLEY PL BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee's Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the

existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-13049. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 03/14/2017 Carrington Foreclosure Services, LLC 600 City Parkway West, Suite 110-A Orange, CA 92868 Automated Sale Information: (800) 2802832 or www.auction.com for NON-SALE information: 888-313-1969 Shirley Best, Trustee Sale Specialist A-4613118 03/24/2017, 03/31/2017, 04/07/2017 _________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017070283 The following is/are doing business as: GOLD IN LOVE 1016 S. Bedford Street, Los Angles, CA 90035; Caryssa Beth Ramirez 1016 S. Bedford Street, Los Angles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed on MARCH 2017: Caryssa Beth Ramirez, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 20, 2017; Published: March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017050640 The following is/are doing business as: 1) DREAMLIVING LA 2) DREAMLIVING/LA REAL ESTATE 439 N. Canon Dr. #300, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Brilliant Brunette Inc. 12819 Waddell St., Valley Village, CA 91607; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed 2015: Tatiana Derovanessian, CEO:

Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 01, 2017; Published: March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017057265 The following is/are doing business as: GLOBE NUTRA 110 W. 40th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90037; Mickey Barreto 110 W. 40th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90037; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Mickey Barreto, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 07, 2017; Published: March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CASE NO: SS028973 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of the petition of: Mojan Navidbakhsh To all interested person(s): Petitioner: Mojan Navidbakhsh current residence address: 723 N. Camden Dr. Beverly Hills, CA 90210 filed a petition with the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse, on March 23, 2017 for a Decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Mojan Navidbakhsh Proposed Name: Moujan Navid The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: May 26, 2017 Time: 8:30am Dept: K Room: A-203 The address of the court is: Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, Santa Monica Courthouse. Reason for name change: Dissatisfaction with original name. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information in the foregoing petition is true and correct. Signed: Moujan Navid Judge of the Superior Court Gerald Rosenberg, Sherri R. Carter, Executive Officer/Clerk Dated: March 23, 2017

Published: MARCH 31, APRIL 07, 14, 21, 2017 Beverly Hills Courier –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017071387 The following is/are doing business as: ECC CONSULTING 461 S. Wetherly Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Eyal Cohen 461 S. Wetherly Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Eyal Cohen, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 22, 2017; Published: March 31, April 07, 14, 21, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017077025 The following is/are doing business as: OPERATION FITNESS 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #820, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Michael Torchia 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #820, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed January 2017: Michael Torchia, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 28, 2017; Published: March 31, April 07, 14, 21, 2017 LACC N/C ––––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017050638 The following is/are doing business as: MARAND PROPERTIES 9615 Brighton Way #219, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Andrew Safir 9615 Brighton Way #219, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s): Andrew Safir, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 01, 2017; Published: March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017050639 The following is/are doing business as: 1) ZAPPILY 2) www.KIDSNTODDLER.com 11041 Santa Monica Blvd. #301, Los Angeles, CA 90025; JAASE, Inc. 11041 Santa Monica Blvd. #301, Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: CORPORATION, A registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) May 01, 2016: Jeff Morris, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 01, 2017; Published: March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2017 LACC N/C

N O T I C E — Fictitious 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 before that time. 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 14400, et seq., Business and Professions Code).

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• Tax Preparation & Tax Planning for: Individual, Partnership, Corporation • Business & Finance Problem Solving • Bookkeeping & Payroll Services Available • Audit Representation • French Speaking

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• Antique Clock Repair • House Calls Available • Complete Watch Repair Specializing in grandfather clocks, mantle clocks, wall clocks, cuckoo clocks

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Live-In / Live-Out Fun meals, household duties, transportation provided to any destination, pet care. Fluent English. CPR Certified. References. Audrey: 323/359-1402

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OFFICES / STORES FOR LEASE

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

CAREGIVERS NEEDED

PRIME BEVERLY HILLS â€¢ 4 9 9 N . C A N O N D R .

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At least 5 years in home experience. Speak fluent English and can also speak Farsi, Russian, Hebrew, Armenian or Polish. Must have car and available for live-in positions. Call 323/655-2622 Mon.-Fri. â€¢ 10am-5pm DO NOT APPLY IF NOT EXPERIENCE

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UPSCALE BEVERLY HILLS SALON

License 00957281

Large High Floor City & Ocean Views New Renovation Largest Size in Complex Bamboo Wood Floors Two Jumbo Balconies South Tower Location

FIRST TRUST DEED AT 3% FOR 3 YEARS ONLY.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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$1,275,000 TO $2,395,000

Century Towers 1 Bd.+2 Ba. â€¢ $699,000

Totally renovated w/ 11 foot ceiling+beautiful hardwood floors. Sleek new kitchen w/ maple cabinets, S.S. appliances+granite counter tops. Pretty bath+chic powder room.

ONE CENTURY

$3,150,000 TO $26,500,000

CENTURY WOODS $1,459,000

BEL AIR CREST $6,950,000

Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Century Park East Tennis, Doorman, 1 Bd.+1 Ba. â€¢ $524,999 Houseman, Staff Pretty condos with treetop+ views. Skyline City Engineers, Switchboard, Century Beautiful light wood floors, Security Staff, Switchboard, raised ceiling. Sold furnished! Saunas, Business Center, PlayLand, Restaurant, â€¢ DIANA COOK â€¢ 90210 B.H., Dr., Acres of Flower Gardens 468 N. Camden 310-203-83 33 and Grassy Lawns.

CLASSIFIED

BEVERLY HILLS

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HOUSES FOR LEASE

• B. H . P. O. • 2-Story 4 Bd.+4.5 Ba. Hi-ceilings, newer kitch., lrg. family rm., hrwd flrs. $7,900/Month

438

Apt./Condo For Rent Furnished

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

Private front patio, Formal dining rm., hrwd. Hrwd. flrs., a/c, w/d, flrs., central air, fireTop Flr. 2 Bd.+1 Ba. place, patio, balcony. dishwasher, 2-car prkg. 336 S. Rexford Dr. Remodeled bath, $6,500/Month newer kitch., hrwd. flrs., Lease Term Negotiable $3,900/Month 310/433-1949 new w/d, garage prkg. 310/384-2676

$3,150/Month Close to Beverly/Rodeo LISA SHERMAN • AGENT 310/724-7000 x-1851 Shopping & Dining

***** PRIME ***** BEL-AIR *** RESIDENCE *** 3 BDRMS, 3 BATH

440

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Separate Office/ Guestroom Unit. Pool, Granite Counters. $6,300/MO. By Appointment Only Call 310/472-8396

2220 Ave. of Stars #1805 BEVERLY HILLS FLATS $7,950 • 2+4 • 3,000sf. 270º Jetliner View-Ocean to HOME FOR LEASE Downtown. 24-hr. Security, ARCHITECTURALLY Valet, Concierge, Tennis, Pool, SIGNIFICANT/ Gym, 4-Prkg., Hi-Ceiling. PRISTINE CONDITION Rent Includes $3,000 Homeowner Dues. 3 Bedrooms + 3.5 Baths 2-Story Spanish with 101 California #801 elevator + 2 car garage $6,500 • 1+2 OceanFront $35,000/Month Ocean, Whitewater, Sunset+ References Required City Views! Remodeled Corner.

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310/247-0270 310/860-9991

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LUXURIOUS 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH $3,000/MO.

New granite counters throughout all amenities in kitchen and includes all appliances. Large closets, balconies, Berber carpet/ harwood foors and verticle blinds. Fireplace, wet bar, washer/ dryer included in laundry area. Secured building with garden courtyard. Choice location Near Beverly Center, CedarsSinai, Restaurants, Trader Joes, Etc. No Pets.

Call 310/903-359

Steps to Sand, Phenomenal!!

Shown By Appointment.

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Century Park East #106 $4,000 • 1+1 +2 Patios Remodeled Corner, Beautiful Setting Under Trees w/ 500sf. Outdoor. Furnished or Not.

8544 BURTON WAY

GUESTHOUSES FOR RENT

Center of Beverly Hills North of Wilshire

310-203-8 333

BEVERLY HILLS DUPLEX

$2395/MO. Incl. Utilities Looking for long term. Singles only Call/text 310-420-7641 2nd floor-has stairs

Call 310/273-6770 or 213/444-8865 or 310/734-7263

• DIANA COOK • 468 N. Camden Dr., B.H., 90210

————— Bright Newly Updated Guesthouse For Rent 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

1 Blk. East of Beverly Dr.

3 Bdrm.+2 Bath Upper unit, 2,500sf. Hardwood throughout, central air/heat, washer /dryer in unit, 2-car garage, small backyard. $5,350/MO

310/413-8481

—————–––– ————— BEVERLY HILLS APT 1928 Hancock Park 1 Bdrm. Guesthouse 3 Bdrm. + 3 Bath

2nd flr. front unit. Hrwd. flrs., hi-ceilings, living rm., dining rm., great closet space, eatin kitch/office, covered prkg., w/d hook-ups. $2,950/Month

213/393-0780

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

439 S. LE DOUX

LE DOUX / BURTON WAY

162 N. Arnaz Dr.

(323) 937-6468

PRIME BEVERLY HILLS LOCATIONS! 335 Palm Drive & 220 Lasky Drive GORGEOUS 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH Units have hardwood floor, carpet and tile. Granite counter top, stainless steel appliances includes gas range, refrigerator and dishwasher. Some units come

with parking. Please call for price

Call Catherine to schedule a viewing at (310) 482-8699

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3 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. Hardwood floors, Remodeled kitchen & baths, central A/C, ample storage, approx. 2,300sf.

424/302-8647

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. BRIGHT & SPACIOUS

2 BDRM, 2 BA. CONDO Newly redone. Balcony with view. Pool, spa, washer & dryer in unit, 2 car parking.

LARGE 2 BDRM, 2 BA. with Bamboo, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer and Dryer in unit, Pool, 2 Parking, A/C units.

By appointment only

Call 310/425-9070

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Open Sunday 12-2pm BRENTWOOD ’s 1115 S. ELM DRIVE. Most Spectacular Call 310/277-2916 Apartments 310/753-6840 120 Granville Ave.

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1 BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. • 2 B d . + 2 1 / 2 B a . 2 • 120 S. Swall Dr. • 3 B d . + 2 1 / B a . • 4 Bd.+3 /2 Ba. • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Large units, walk-in closet, Spacious, hardwood flrs., • • • • • custom kitchen, built-in • • • huge closets, built-in • • • • 1 Bd.+1 Bath • • washer/dryer, all appli• • a/c, dishwasher, pool, • ances, hardwood floors B R I G H T & S P A C I O U S elevator, controlled • • • • • • • Very Spacious, A/C, throughout, some units access, laundry B E V E R LY H I L L S balcony, intercom entry, w/ skylights+high ceilings. facilities. No pets. LIVING. Health club, wifi, sauna, on-sight laundry, prkg. 424/343-0015 Balcony, dishwasher, heated pool, controlled Close to Cedars-Sinai, skylight, elevator, inter- Great Location! acess, parking. Beverly Center, com entry, on-site • 424/272-6596 • BEVERLY HILLS laundry, parking. Close to Brentwood shops, cafes 218 S. Tower Dr. Village, Restaurants, P LEASE C ALL : & transportation. • • UCLA, Mt. Saint Mary’s, 310/435-3693 •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •• 310/270-0724 & Transportation. •• Beverly Hills ••• School District • • • Border of

221 S. Doheny Dr. • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba.

443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

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BEVERLY HILLS Great Location!

—————–––– —————–––– BRENTWOOD

Old World Charm! BEVERLY HILLS 11640 Kiowa Ave. Bright, intercom entry, 321 S. Sherbourne Dr. •••••••• fridge, stove, laundry fac.

• Spacious • • Newly Updated CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS • • Jr. 1 Bdrm. • 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath & SHOPPING. • • •• • 310/531-3992 ••••••• Balcony, controlled

•• • • • • • • • • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • ————— • 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba.• BEVERLY HILLS • • *School District* French doors in bdrm. • open to large balcony • 8725 Clifton Way overlooking pool • Newly Remodeled

Marty: 310/293-2205

Balcony, dishwasher, a/c, heated pool, WiFi, elevator controlled access, • 310/247-8689 • on-site laundry, prkg. Close to Close to Cedars-Sinai, Large & Spacious Brentwood Village, Beverly Center & Shops & Restaurants. 2 Bd.+Den+21/2 Ba.

Beverly Hills Adj.

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Charming Mediterranean 4-plex

COMPASS GOLD PROP.

Olympic/Robertson • Great Condition • Deluxe Upper 1 Bd. Bright Southwest Exposure. Every room Updated Apt., newly painted, a/c, balcony, 1,000sf., very private & has French Doors to laundry facility, prkg. quite. Fully gated, prkg. Small Covered Balcony. No pets. No Smoking. Top Floor with High All Utilities Included Quiet, small bldg. Ceilings. Beverly Hills With cable, $1,900/Month School District. $4,395/Month LaPeerApt@aol.com

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BEVERLY HILLS Spacious, Bright Upper Duplex

BEVERLY HILLS —————

2541/2 S. Lasky Dr. Lrg 2 Bdrm.+1 Bath

Old World Charm English Tudor Furnished

internet, phone. $2,500/Month

440

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BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS TOWNHOUSE COMPLETELY REMODELED Totally Redone • 2 Bd + Den + 2 Ba • 3 4 2 Bdrm.+2 / Bath Den can be used as Bdrm.

• THE GROVE AREA • Prime Carthay Circle

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R E A L E S TAT E

310/962-0330 Close to Shops & Restaurants.

access, a/c, stove, elevator, laundry facility, parking.

• • • • • • • • • Trendy Robertson Bl.

• GORGEOUS UNITS • Hardwood flrs., central air, pool, elevator, on-site laundry, intercom entry. 320 N. La Peer Dr.

• 310/246-0290 • C L O S E TO S HOPS & D INING

Lrg. unit. balcony, walk-in closet, central air, intercom entry, laundry facility, elevator, parking. • CHARMING & BRIGHT •

BEVERLY HILLS Spacious, Bright Upper Duplex 162 N. Arnaz Dr.

3 Bd.+Den+2 Ba.

Hardwood floors, • 310/276-1528 • Remodeled kitchen & Close to Cedars, baths, central A/C, Beverly Center ample storage, approx. restaurants, shopping 2,300sf. & transportation.

424/302-8647

• 310/826-4889 •

We File & Publish DBA’s Call George at 310-278-1322

A PA RT M E N T / C O N D O R E N TA L S

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UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900 License 00957281

all listings are on

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In that meeting, staff was seeking specific direction for a report to the City Council regarding how to move forward with recommendations on basements. Staff was directed to work with the Planning Commission to study whether the definition of “basement” should be modified to limit or prevent basements that daylight above ground (i.e. as part of a downslope development) from being exempted for maximum allowable floor area. They will also study whether a certain percentage of a basement area fully below grade should be counted to maximum floor area and if specific uses, such as bedrooms,

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those currently being tested by Google and Uber. Preparing storage and curb cuts for pick up/drop offs will make Beverly Hills ready to be a test city for the products. Mirisch has said repeatedly that he believes the MTA is old technology, looking backwards to rail for answers to a 21st Century traffic problem. In addition, there is no solution to the first-last mile problem to move people to and from the MTA stations, which are not equipped with parking facilities. Automated vehicles can bridge the gap. As mayor, Mirisch initiated a “Sing-Along” series that, though a bit corny, drew a sizeable crowd and may have been the cement that pushed him to victory. “Having fun together can bind a community. People were connecting.” Mirisch regrets, however, that he could not initiate at least part of a solution to the problem of unfunded mandates in pensions and benefits for City employees. One solution would be cost sharing, where employees would contribute half the cost of fulfilling the mandated

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something fantastic... and it helps to make the classroom education more tangible,” said Beverly Vista mom Nancy Hunt-Coffey who founded the Beverly Hills Science Fair in 2015 together with BV parents Michele Kalt and Nathan Kruger. Last year the science fair went district-wide thanks to support from the BHEF. The five projects from Beverly Hills at the county fair were: “A Clean Conscience: Formulating an All-Purpose Dental, Hair and Body Cleansing Powder for the Homeless Population” by Beverly Vista student Leia Gluckman; “Hydrogen: the

parking, gyms, home entertainment, etc., should be regulated within basements through incentives or disincentives. Hillside basements will be on the first meeting of the Planning Commission April 27 following city council reorganization. Any amendments to the existing ordinance will require study and public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council, said Assistant Director of Planning Ryan Gohlich. Several residents who have worked to pass the Hillside Ordinance have expressed bewilderment that the City would recommend approval of the project because they believe it seems to fly in the face of the spirit of the new ordinance.

Their comments will be part of the agenda that will be sent out the week prior to the meeting April 19. “While we understand that there are concerns regarding basements and pending projects that are currently being processed, the City is obligated to continue processing pending projects under the City’s existing laws unless and until amendments are formally made through the public hearing process,” said Gohlich. Residents will be holding a discussion meeting April 1 at 1 p.m. prior to the Planning Commission Special Meeting. For those who would like to attend R.S.V.P. to ostroff.peter@gmail.com.

pension costs, as one California city has done. But he acknowledges that would be unlikely. As for the year ahead, with two new members seated on the City Council, Les Friedman and Bob Wunderlich, Mirisch is optimistic. “I hope we have five independent thinkers,” he said. “They seem to be good people.” Ahead, he sees the City facing challenges. “Funding pensions is the largest challenge. MTA construction – it is important to make sure we mitigate the impacts. L.A. is pretty lax and the company has a poor record of community outreach,” he said, speaking of the “Rodeo Station,” Phase II. “We need to make darn sure we hold them accountable.” The City has locked in the purchase of the property at Gale and Wilshire, which will be used by MTA for staging construction until the terminal is completed. “We locked in a deal at $13.5 million. It had to be approved in Washington by the FTA and the City will take ownership when they are done with construction,” said Mirisch. The property can then be used to service riders, for parking, for

ride-share technologies, or other municipal needs in 2023, when completion is anticipated. Mirisch would also like to continue to work on ways to improve areas of the City in the southeast, where he lives, adding much-needed parking. On Wilshire, he would like to build on the successful restoration of the Saban Theatre and the Fine Arts Theatre to create an arts district. And he would like to add green space, even pocket-parks like the one on Hamel, to service residents, or the fiveacre parcel in the industrial area currently used for parking the City’s fleet of vehicles. “There is no better investment than purchasing in Beverly Hills. I believe in land-banking, which we have not been able to do with past councils.” The year ahead will season the two newest members, who have no voting record to help predict the future. “I think it’s going to be a good council,” he said. “It’s going to be a good group.” Mirisch handed Bosse the gavel Tuesday and is expected to take the reins back again in 2019.

Best Type of Renewable Energy” by Horace Mann student Davin Jeong; “Can Mealworms Eat Trash?” by Beverly Vista students Julia Coffey and Sienna Wolfe; “Protect Our Health: Make Money Cleaner Using UV Light Technology in Cash Register Drawers” by Horace Mann student David Noah Pals; and “Popping Project” by Beverly Vista students Brooke Bohbot and Emily Gorin. Leia, who along with Davin will compete in the state fair, placed first in the Material Sciences category after spending months to perfect the ingredients for an all-purpose cleaner designed for the homeless population. “I saw how, exposed to

the elements and without regular access to showers, the homeless valued basic hygiene products like toothpaste and body powder,” said Leia, who has spent years as a volunteer at Safe Place for Youth, a teen social services center in Venice. “The Beverly Hills Science Fair seemed like a good opportunity to create something useful for people I care about.” Davin received 2nd place in Chemistry and Sienna and Julia received 3rd place in Environmental Management. “Through this project, I tried (and succeeded) in finding out the best type of renewable energy and how to store, harvest, and use it so that we can use it more in the future,”

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Astrology By Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Mar. 31). Over time, the breeze transforms the mountain, penetrates rocks, influences the growth of trees. With powerful gentleness you’ll effect great change. May brings frivolous events that seriously benefit you. Your grateful heart attracts one who will spoil you. An August contract will augment your fortunes. Capricorn and Aquarius adore you. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). When you grow up, you don’t need a permission slip to go on the field trip, you just go. Maybe you forgot this and still wait for permission to adventure. Grant it to yourself and take off. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). Your desire to make other people’s lives better will make yours better, too. Note that “easier” is sometimes better, but not always. Be careful not to confuse the two. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). They’ll tell you balance is a myth. They may be right. However, since each person is weighted differently (both psychically and physically) no one can define balance for another person. CANCER (June 22-July 22). People feel as though you’re confiding in them when actually what you’re passing off as secret information is a carefully crafted message suitable for anyone. It’s called political savvy. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Recent learning has you more aware how the world works than you were yesterday. This doesn’t make you feel cynical. On the contrary, it makes you feel empowered. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If your self-assessment acts strictly in concert with external assessments, you’re headed in a direction that can only lead to unhappiness, emptiness and confusion. To be sure this is not the case, shut out external assessments. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Though you thrive in neatness and order, consider that a messy and authentic existence might be better than the monotony that comes with having it all figured out. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Carefully consider the story you’re presenting to the world. A minor reworking in the way you talk about yourself and/or your business will be the difference between creating attraction and neutrality. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). What stymies you in today’s situation is that you have a motive at all. Recognize what you want out of this and let it go. Decide instead that you simply want the best for all involved. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Not everything is going to work, but something should! When one attempt after another lands in disarray, it’s time to step back, look at the broad view and examine your motives in relation to this scene. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You don’t know exactly what to do next and don’t have to know. You’re aware that a change is coming though. The most productive action will be clearing space for something to grow. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). As the sign of the fish, you sympathize with the plight of sharks. Life is movement. You have to keep going to keep breathing. Water flowing over the gills gets oxygen (and in your case, inspiration) to that incredible brain.

explained Davin. “My project expanded our knowledge by finding out that hydrogen is the best type of renewable energy.” The 2017 California State Science Fair will be held on April 24-25 at the California Science Center in Exposition Park. Over 900 students from 400 schools throughout the state are expected to partici-

pate. “The Beverly Vista community is so incredibly proud of Leia,” said Beverly Vista Principal Christian Fuhrer, who emphasized how the now district-wide science fair started at his school. “[The Science Fair] empowers your students to really think outside the box and to think critically.”

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