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February 11, 2016

Former Sheriff Lee Baca to Plead Guilty in Corruption Case

Retired L.A. County sheriff may spend six months in prison.

ulminating an ongoing investigation of corruption in the Sheriff’s Dept., retired Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca confessed to making false statements to federal prosecutors on Wednesday. Baca will plead guilty in a downtown courtroom.

Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca

FBI Informant Anthony Brown In a filed document, prosecutors say Baca lied twice about his involvement in hiding an inmate from FBI agents who were investigating brutality and corruption by sheriff’s deputies in the county jails. (Continued on page 5)

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Lee Baca with former top aide Paul Tanaka

By Thomas Bunn

s we move closer to the end of the shortened month of February concluding Black History Month, I’d like to take a look at individuals who we may not have heard of, but are pushing our culture and communities forward. They are driven, passionate, and fearless in their ventures to become the best they can become. This week’s Positive Side feature is Brittney Exline of Colorado Springs, Colorado. (Excerpt from The Root) Brittney likes to say that she (Continued on page 10)

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Kasich the Only Surprise in New Hampshire Primary

President/Publisher/ Editor Willie Brown Vice President Gloria Kennedy Assistant Editor Veronica Mackey Contributing Writers Veronica Mackey Thomas Bunn Anne Cheek La Rose

Donald Trump

John Kasich

he big surprise in the New Hampshire GOP race was Gov. John Kasich coming in second place. Sen. Ted Cruz was expected to fill that spot but came in third with 11.7%, followed by Gov. Jeb Bush with 11%. Sen. Marco Rubio, the rising GOP star who surprised critics last week in Iowa, ended up in fifth place with 10.5%, just ahead of Gov. Chris Christie with 7.4%. But, as predicted, Donald Trump was the Republican winner on Tuesday night, declaring clear victory with 35.4% of the votes. “We are going to do something

so good, and so fast and so strong and the world is going to respect us again,” Trump said in his victory speech. “The light overcame the darkness of negative campaigning, and you made it happen,” Kasich said pointing to the crowd. On the Democratic side, Sen. Bernie Sanders won easily with 60.2%, to Hillary Clinton’s 38.2%. The former Secretary of State remained upbeat about her loss, noting that the primary elections are just getting started. However, she also conceded a lack of support among

Bernie Sanders

young voters, saying she has “some work to do, particularly with young people.” Sanders received thunderous applause for his victory speech: “Together we have sent a message that will echo from Wall Street to Washington, from Maine to California that the government of our great country belongs to all of the people and not just a handful of wealthy campaign contributors and their super PACs.” Next week, the campaign trail leads to South Carolina, then Nevada.

Beyoncé: Never a Dull Message

By Veronica Mackey

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hen it comes to controversy, there is no bigger stage than the Super Bowl. This year the controversy was in ample supply when Beyoncé surprised millions of viewers during her Feb. 7 halftime performance of “Formation.” Powerful images from the video pay homage to the Black Panther Movement of the 60s and 70s, Malcolm X, Hurricane Katrina and Black Lives Matter. She got plenty of critics for showing up with all female backup dancers dressed in black, and wearing berets, the iconic Panthers’ head gear. During the dance number,

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they lined up to form an “X” on the field, in a nod to Malcolm X. Beyonce’s dancers also held up a sign paying tribute to Mario Woods, a black man killed by San Francisco police on Dec. 2. “Until now, with a few exceptions such as the Fox series Empire, the move-

ment had not been fully-integrated with popular music and popular culture, only making cameo appearances and being injected with short, fleeting references. But this Super Bowl show tells us how far the public consciousness has come in a short period of time, as the music is catching up to the activism already (Continued on page 9)

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Eye on the City

Esparza Presents First Quarter Budget

he 1st Quarter Budget, for the period of October 1, 2015-December 31, 2015, was the highlight of Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Assistant City Manager and Chief Financial Officer David Esparza presented the financial report for the City of Inglewood. Property taxes are up by 4 percent. The increase is attributed to Prop 13 and the rising value of homes. Sales taxes are down 34%. “We attribute this to timing issues,” Esparza said. “The decrease in gas prices has impacted that (number) slightly. “ “Many revenues are cyclical in nature” Esparza explained. “We need to catch up with the time limits on the collections. Projections of revenue are less than what is projected by the end of the year.” Mayor James Butts said certain expenditures and collections may not occur during the same report-

By Veronica Mackey

Jade Wheatley of Inglewood High and Pedro Silva of Animo Charter School were recently named D-1 Youth Commissioners. Shown here with District 1 Councilman George Dotson. Photo by Alicia Smith.

ing periods. “We do not spend in a straight line nor do we collect in a straight line,” he said. Currently, the General Fund reserve is approximately $39 million. General Fund expenditures to date are approximately $23 million. The

council approved a $1 million increase in the police budget. Expenditures would go primarily toward overtime pay, with $661,000 being used for patrol purposes. Councilman Ralph Franklin wanted to know if the overtime re-

quest by police had anything to do with increased activity in the city, such as Forum events. “No, overtime is reimbursed by the Forum,” Esparza said. “This is general purpose overtime for their operations.” Utility user taxes are down 7%. Franklin told the audience that the City has been losing revenue from utility user tax because more users are shopping online and using video streaming entertainment like Netflix, which cannot be taxed. “We do not get the revenue when they pay for that package, yet we are hoping to obtain revenues from cell phone or Direct TV purposes,” he said. The City’s hiring freeze amounted to $220,388 in savings. “We have downsized our operations, but not so far that we couldn’t deliver services,” said Mayor Butts. (Continued on page 5)

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P u b l i s h e r ’ s Me s s a g e

Inglewood...Today!

he state of Inglewood today is upbeat and positive. It is cause of celebration for both old and young residents alike, as they witness the inevitable transformation taking place. Thinking of the enormous progress that has taken place over the last few years, I am more appreciative now than ever about my business and what it stands for. Who knew when I named my publication Inglewood Today nearly 22 years ago, that the phrase would become so relevant? Of course no one could have predicted the Inglewood of today, back then. We certainly were not rocket scientists and the name was not that unique. But we were proud people who believed in Inglewood’s potential, and thus, included the city’s name in our business moniker. If there was anything that distinguished us from some other companies, it was our willingness to “own” our city. During the 1990s and early 2000s, there were some businesses and residents who were ashamed of Inglewood. They did not want to be associated with a city that was so negatively ste-

Willie Brown, Publisher, Inglewood Today Weekly reotyped by mainstream media as crime ridden and economically depressed—no matter how exaggerated those claims. Now that conditions in the city are rapidly improving, it’s okay to belong to Inglewood again. Outsiders—the same ones who once dogged the city—are are eager to know what is going on in Inglewood today. If you are one of those people who are feeling the pride again, welcome back. There is much to offer you in Inglewood today, in both the city and the city’s official newspaper.

Eye on the City (Continued from page 4) The mayor read a statement by credit rating agency Moody’s that said, Inglewood’s financial reserves “far surpass any city in the nation that they rate…So that isn’t just Mr. Esparza but that’s Moody’s assessment as well.” Mike Benbow made a joke in response to a rumor that Inglewood was deep in debt.  “We’re supposed to be 2 billion in debt. I don’t see how Moody’s missed that. Can someone explain that to me?” City Treasurer Wanda Brown announced that her office will provide free tax preparation assistance for seniors this year. The income cutoff to qualify is $60,000 annually. Councilman George Dotson gave a shout-out to the 77th Street Block Club for their recent event. He also reminded the audience about his upcoming Town Hall meeting at Center of Hope Church,

9550 Crenshaw Blvd., Feb. 20 from10am to noon; and his free document shredding event on Feb. 27 from 9am to noon at the ICOP Center, 2901 W. Manchester Blvd. Councilman Alex Padilla commented on the 1st Quarter Budget. “We are heading in the right direction financially. As you heard from Mr. Esparza, the city is looking good.” He also told the public to save the date of June 11 for the annual Relay for Life event. Each year, Inglewood participates in the fundraiser, organized by the American Cancer Society, to draw attention to cancer victims and health awareness. It will take place on Crozier Field at Crozier Middle School. This year, Relay for Life will be a one-day event, instead of overnight. Street improvement projects in Inglewood are moving right along. “They’re almost through on Van Ness, from Manchester to Impe(Continued on page 10)

Former Sheriff Lee Baca to Plead Guilty in Corruption Case (Continued from page 1) The document also said Baca lied about being unaware that subordinates planned to approach an FBI special agent at her home. Michael Zweibeck, Baca’s at-

torney, said his client has agreed to plead guilty to a single count as part of a plea deal. The U.S. Attorney’s office has agreed to not pursue other charges against the former sheriff, and a federal judge must sign off on the deal, Zweibeck said. Baca could spend up to six (Continued on page 9)

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Celebrating Black History Month

Black Panthers Doc to Air on PBS Feb. 16

n the turbulent 1960s, change was coming to America and the fault lines could no longer be ignored— cities were burning, Vietnam was exploding, and disputes raged over equality and civil rights. A new revolutionary culture was emerging and it sought to drastically transform the system. The Black Panther Party for Self-Defense would, for a short time, put itself at the vanguard of that change. “The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution” is the first featurelength documentary to explore the Black Panther Party, its significance to the broader American culture, its cultural and political awakening for black people, and the painful lessons wrought when a movement derails. Master documentarian Stanley Nelson goes straight to the source, weaving a treasure trove of rare archival footage with the diverse group of voices of the people who were there: police, FBI informants, journalists, white supporters

and detractors, and Black Panthers who remained loyal to the party and those who left it. Featuring Kathleen Cleaver, Jamal Joseph, Ericka Huggins, and dozens of others, as well as archival footage of the late Huey P. Newton and Eldridge Cleaver, “The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution” tells the story of a pivotal movement that gave rise to a new revolutionary culture in America.

Their causes, with slogans like “power to the people” and “creating a better world” are relevant again in an era that has seen the rise of the “Black Lives Matter” movement and tense relations between African American communities and the police. The Black Panthers condemnations of injustice, oppression and brutality in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s reverberate again in one city after another.

Stanley Nelson is an Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker, MacArthur “Genius” Fellow, and member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. He was awarded the National Humanities Medal by President Obama in August 2014. Nelson has directed and produced numerous acclaimed films, including Freedom Summer, Freedom Riders, Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple and The Murder of Emmett Till. He is also co-founder and executive director of Firelight Media, which provides support to emerging documentarians. Currently in production is Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, the second in a series of three films Nelson will direct as part of a new multiplatform PBS series entitled America Revisited. “The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution” airs Feb. 16 at 9pm on PBS.

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Celebrating Black History Month

SCE Honors Energy-Efficiency Champions, Partners During Black History Month

n Feb. 5, Southern California Edison celebrated its 14th annual Black History Month observance and honored three AfricanAmerican businesses and company partners for their achievements and contributions to economic growth, service to the community and participation in energy-efficiency programs. Marcellus A. McRae, partner, Los Angeles office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, served as keynote speaker at the event, held at SCE’s Energy Education Center in Irwindale. The event recognizes the important contributions African-Americans

(L-R) Pedro Pizarro, Robert “Bob” Young, (L-R) Lisa Cagnolatti, Pastor Bobby Newman, and Eric Fisher and his wife, Claudia continue to make to the Janet Clayton, senior vice president, ing Maintenance in Buena Park. communities SCE serves, Corporate Communications, Edison Accepting SCE’s Energy Efficienas well as to the state and International and SCE; Kevin Payne, cy Participation Award on behalf of nation. senior vice president, Customer Ser- Citizens of Zion Missionary Baptist SCE President Pedro vice, SCE; and Lisa Cagnolatti, vice Church was Bobby Newman, the Pizarro acknowledged the president, Business Customer Divi- pastor, and his wife, Claudia, senior value of incorporating diver- sion, SCE. pastor and first lady of the church. sity and inclusion throughThe community and business Dr. David M. Carlisle, M.D., Ph.D., out SCE’s work culture partners recognized were Citizens CEO and president of Charles R. and in serving customers of Zion Missionary Baptist Church Drew University of Medicine and across its 50,000-square- in Compton, Charles R. Drew Uni- Science, accepted SCE’s Commu(L-R) Pedro Pizarro, Janet Clayton, mile service territory. Join- versity of Medicine and Science in nity Partnership Award. In addition, and Pastor Bobby Newman (Continued on page 11) ing Pizarro at the event were Los Angeles and Royal Crest Build-

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Community

Inglewood Library Hosts Screening of ‘Bridging the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race’

he Inglewood Public Library will host a free screening of “Bridging the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race” at the Gladys Waddingham Lecture Hall, 101 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90301, at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Recently broadcast on PBS, “Bridging the Divide” tells the little-known story of Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley, the first African American mayor elected in a major American city with a white majority. His 1973 election was a remarkable political first in the history of race and politics in America. In celebration of African American History Month in 2016, this documentary raises important issues about race, identity and coalitions, and is especially relevant at a time when the nation is at a tipping point in the struggle against racial injustice and police brutality. Featuring never-before-seen historical footage and photographs, “Bridging the Divide” examines the creation of Tom Bradley’s extraordinary multi-racial coalition of African Americans, Jews, white liberals, Latinos and Asian Americans which redefined Los Angeles, transformed the national dialogue on

Former L.A. Mayor Tom Bradley race, and set the foundation for sustainable coalitions that encouraged the elections of minority candidates nationwide, most notably President Barack Obama. At the same time, the film examines the complexities and contradictions of Bradley’s career as a bridge builder. A Q&A will follow the screening of “Bridging the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race” with the filmmakers, former Los Angeles City Councilman Robert C. Farrell, and other special guests. Produced by Academy Award®nominated filmmaker Lyn Goldfarb and Emmy® Award-winning filmmaker Alison Sotomayor, “Bridg-

ing the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race” also brings into sharp focus the issues of police brutality in minority communities and the challenges of police reform, and shows how Tom Bradley, a former police officer whose political aspirations were shaped by the Watts Rebellion, could not break the cycles of poverty and despair that would ultimately spark the 1992 Los Angeles civil unrest, and mark the end of his era. Narrated by Emmy® Award-winning actress Alfre Woodard, with an original score composed by Stephen James Taylor, “Bridging the Divide” is a human story about struggle and success, conflict and community. It is a classic, American story of determination against seemingly insurmountable odds; the story of a black man, the son of sharecroppers and grandson of a slave, who fought poverty, prejudice and bigotry to bridge racial divides. It is the story of the pressures which face our cities, the challenges of diversity, and the complexities of coalitions in a changing America. This film was made possible with the assistance of the following sponsors: National Endowment for the Humanities, California Humanities

and California Community Foundation W. K. Kellogg Foundation, the Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, and the Los Angeles City Council Heritage Fund, supporting heritage, cultural and arts events and programs that highlight the diversity and various cultural contributions in the City of Los Angeles. The film is produced by the non-profit, Los Angeles-based, OUR L.A. OUR L.A., a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, is dedicated to increasing public awareness of historical and contemporary stories in Los Angeles that help shape our lives, our community, and connect people to a place and to one another. To learn more or to purchase a DVD, please visit the website http:// www.mayortombradley.com/, or contact the filmmakers, Lyn Goldfarb, lyn@mayortombradley.com, and Alison Sotomayor, alison@ mayortombradley.com. This screening is free and open to all. Parking at the Main Library is free on Saturdays. For more information about this program, call (310) 412-5380, email publiclibrary@cityofinglewood.org, check out our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ inglewoodpubliclibrary or visit library.cityofinglewood.org.

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ributes are still pouring in for Earth, Wind & Fire founder Maurice White, who passed away on Feb. 3. The mastermind behind the legendary nine-piece band, whose music spans 4 decades, died in his sleep at his home in Los Angeles, according to his brother Verdine. Earth Wind & Fire sold more than 90 million albums for such hits as “September,” “Shining Star” and “Boogie Wonderland.” White, who was 74, suffered from Parkinson’s Disease and had retreated from the public even as the band he founded kept performing. Known for their distinctive horn section and concert performances packed with special effects, the group, featuring the two White brothers and singer Philip Bailey, won 7 Grammys and was nominated for 21. The group was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000, and was chosen to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2016 Grammys, prior to White’s

Maurice White death, which airs live on Feb. 15. The band’s most successful period started with the 1975 album “That’s The Way of The World” and continued through the rest of the decade. Other hits included “Reasons,” and “Serpentine Fire.” According to White’s obituary, the band leader was born in Memphis, Tennessee in 1941. He moved to Chicago when he was a teenager and did session work as a drummer for Chess Records. He played on records by notable artists including Etta James and Buddy Guy. He (Continued on page 11)

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Beyoncé: Never a Dull Message (Continued from page 2) out there,” wrote David A. Love of TheGrio.com. The Twittersphere exploded: “This is one of the most powerful images ever. Music with a message. Beyoncé killed this video,” one person commented . Another wrote: “Beyoncé, backed by 50 black women with afros dressed (like) black panthers, is telling the world that #BlackLives Matter.” Opinions about the performance ranged from praise to anger to confusion. Some say it was about drawing attention to social injustice, racism and massive police killing of unarmed black people. Others called it “race-baiting.” Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani accused Queen Bey of attacking the police. Milwaukee County Sheriff, David A. Clarke tweeted: “Them coming out, Beyoncé, in those Black Panther type uniforms, would that be acceptable if a white band came out in hoods and white sheets in the same sort of fashion? We would be appalled and outraged,” Clarke said, adding, “The Black Panthers are a subversive hate group in America. I think she could have done a better job.” Many did not understand why Beyoncé would choose to push a political message at a major sporting event. Ironically, while Americans celebrated 50 years of the Super Bowl games, this is also the 50th anniversary of the

Black Panthers Movement. The Daily Show’s Jessica Williams offered an obvious explanation for Bey’s performance “Race was brought in because Beyoncé was brought in, and brace yourself, you might want to sit down for this, but Beyoncé is ... black! And as a black person, you walk around every day constantly reminded that you are black. We’re more likely to get paid less, more likely to get sent to prison, and more likely to win a dance competition. What? It’s not all bad.” The fallout from “Formation” is yet to be seen. Some offended by the video are planning a protest and boycott against Beyoncé in New York on February 16. Meanwhile, Los Angeles-based filmmaker Chris Black says Beyoncé used clips from his documentary, “That B.E.A.T.,” without his permission. The film chronicles New Orleans’ dance culture. Black tweeted: “New Beyoncé video used hella clips from the doc I produced and directed…but why?!?!” Director Abteen Bagheri, who worked with Black on the film, tweeted, “I’m not mad. It’s the sad reality of the music business. Doesn’t affect my friends’ and my work, but not cool.” Beyoncé’s camp say they bought rights from the production company. Meanwhile, the “Formation” concert tour will make stops throughout the country this year. Beyoncé and Jay-Z donated $1.5 million to Black Lives Matter.

Former Sheriff Lee Baca to Plead Guilty in Corruption Case (Continued from page 5) months in prison, or not do any time at all. Baca retired in 2014 amid an FBI probe into misconduct and abuse by deputies in the county’s jail system. He was involved in a cover up scheme called “Operation Pandora’s Box.” Rather than cooperate with FBI agents to identify sources of inmate abuse at L.A. County

jails, he and sheriff’s officials tried to thwart the investigation and ignored repeated warnings of widespread misconduct. At the apex of the investigation is FBI-enlisted Men’s Central Jail inmate Anthony Brown or “Inmate AB.” When sheriff’s officials learned about Brown in the summer of 2011, they moved him to a differ- not to hide him from the FBI, but to ent jail with a fake name, prevent- protect him from deputies. ing the FBI from talking to him. At least 13 deputies were asBaca has said Brown was moved, signed to watch Brown around

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Streets and Highway Code 8313(a), determined that the proposed vacation was in conformity with the City’s General Plan.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENT TO VACATE A PORTION OF GROSVENOR STREET BETWEEN LA BREA AVENUE AND BEACH AVENUE AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING. WHEREAS, on February 9, 2016, at or about the hour of 2:00 pm, the City Council of Inglewood, will declare its intent to vacate a portion of Grosvenor Street between La Brea Avenue and Beach Avenue; and WHEREAS, said portion of Grosvenor Street intending to be vacated is more particularly described as a strip of land situated in the City of Inglewood, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as shown on the Townsite of Inglewood, as recorded in Book 43, Page 81 of Miscellaneous Records, in the Office of the County Recorder of the County of Los Angeles, commencing at the intersection of Grosvenor Street and Beach Avenue (formerly Hawthorn Street), thence North 44° 32’ 31” East, along the centerline of said Grosvenor Street, a distance of 30.45 feet, to its intersection with the prolongation of the northeasterly right-of-way line of Beach Avenue, said point also being the True Point of Beginning; thence North 55° 16’ 54” West, along said prolongated line, a distance of 40.60 feet, to the northwesterly right-of-way line of Grosvenor street, said right-of-way line is 40.00 feet northwest of the centerline of Grosvenor Street; thence North 44° 32’31” East, along said northwesterly right-of-way line of Grosvenor Street, a distance of 403.05 feet, to the northeasterly line of the City of Inglewood Armory Site per the document on file with the City of Inglewood; thence South 32° 48’ 10” East, along the prolongation of said northeasterly line, a distance of 41.00 feet to the centerline of Grosvenor Street; thence South 45° 37’ 29” East, perpendicular to the centerline of Grosvenor Street, a distance of 20.00 feet to a point on the existing southeasterly right-of-way line, a distance of 383.68 feet, to the northeasterly rightof-way line of Beach Avenue; thence North 55° 16’ 54” West, along the prolongation of said northeasterly right-of-way line of Beach Avenue, a distance of 20.30 to the True Point of Beginning; and WHEREAS, on September 2, 2015, the Planning Commission, pursuant to California

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Inglewood, California does hereby declare as follows: SECTION 1. The recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference as if set forth in full. SECTION 2. A public hearing is set for Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Inglewood, City Hall, Ninth Floor, One Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood California and is hereby fixed as the time and place when and where all persons interested in or objecting to the proposed vacation may appear before the City Council and offer evidence and testimony in relationship thereto. However, in the event the City Council meeting of March 1, 2016, is not held, or the meeting adjourned prior to the hearing of this item, then the aforementioned public hearing for interested persons to testify or object to the proposed vacation shall be automatically rescheduled to occur at the next, regularly scheduled City Council meeting. SECTION 3. The Director of Public Works, or his designee, is hereby directed to cause notice of said intent to vacate a portion of Grosvenor Street between La Brea Avenue and Beach Avenue to be posted as required by California Streets and Highway Code Sections 8320 and 8323. SECTION 4. The City Clerk, or her designee, is hereby directed to cause notice of the City’s intent to vacate a portion of Grosvenor Street between La Brea Avenue and Beach Avenue and the public hearing in a newspaper pursuant to California Streets and Highway Code Sections 8320 and 8322. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and the same shall be in full force and effect immediately upon adoption. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Inglewood, California, this 11th day of February, 2016. James T. Butts, Jr., Mayor City of Inglewood ATTEST: Yvonne Horton, City Clerk City of Inglewood

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ost of us don’t think of ourselves as handy around the house. That’s because we’ve never been given the tools with which to work. Common household items have lots of uses other than the primary one. Dish soap, that ever constant kitchen companion, can do many things besides wash dishes. Keep reading to discover the variety of uses inside and outside the house. Need an ice pack? Fill a Ziploc bag with dish soap and put it in the freezer for half an hour or so. The soap won’t freeze but will become a cold gel to soothe your aches. Fruit flies haven’t a chance when you create a tasty cocktail for them. Fill a small tumbler a bit more than half way with vinegar or apple cider vinegar add six or eight drops of soap, and fill the rest of the tumbler with warm water to make it bubble. Cooking oil and grease should be emulsified before pouring them down the sink. Add a little dish soap and warm water to the oil or grease and mix them together, then pour

Anne Cheek La Rose them down the sink. The soap keeps the oil from solidifying when it cools. To keep glasses and goggles from fogging up, put a few drops of dish soap on a clean cloth and rub it on the inside and outside of the lenses. Buff off the soap with a clean cloth and no more fog. If you have a squeaky door that’s driving you crazy, grab your trusty bottle of dish soap and apply a few drops to the hinge and there will be silence. It’s only a quick fix so add a lubricant such as WD-40 to the shopping list for the next squeak. To keep your plants pest free use a non-toxic mixture of common dish soap—avoid antibacterial, bleach, and degreaser ingredients. Mix a couple

Young, Black and Gifted (Continued from page 1) is a product of nature and nurture. She taught herself how to read at age 2. She did complicated jigsaw puzzles. She used to solve problems out of workbooks for fun. Her mom noticed her early accomplishments and tried to find the best educational fit, which is how she ended up skipping three grades. At 15, she became the youngest African American to attend an Ivy League school when she enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania. When she graduated at 19, she became the youngest AfricanAmerican engineer. She is a software engineer for Chikita, an online advertising network in Westborough, Mass. “My mom had to fight to get me to a place that was challenging,” she said. “I just happened to rise to that challenge.” Brittney tries to encourage more

African-American youths to consider STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) careers. “We have an outdated way of teaching math and science,” she said. “We need it be more interactive and more project-oriented.” You don’t have to be a child genius to be motivated, disciplined, and hard working. There are thousands of Inglewood students who can look at someone like Brittney and see themselves in her. They can become inspired and take similar actions to begin walking in their path of success. I encourage parents, teachers, and readers of Inglewood On The Positive Side to share this article with as many students as you know, and sow a seed of encouragement into their lives, assuring them that opportunities do exist in this world, and there are others like you in this world exploring those opportunities.

of teaspoons of soap with a cup of warm water. Put the mixture into a spray bottle and mist your plants to get rid of aphids, mites and whiteflies. If your pest infestation is serious, it will take more than one application. If weeds are popping up in your garden, here’s a concoction that will make short work of them. Caution, though this is nontoxic, it will kill any plants or grass it is sprayed on. Add one tablespoon of soap to one cup of salt and a gallon of vinegar. Pour it into a spray bottle and spray liberally on the weeds. I like using non-toxic pest controls as they will not harm our pets. When you are ready for Spring cleaning, reach for your dish soap to get rid of grease and grime on a variety of items such as tile and grout, clothing, carpets, and such. Try dish soap before purchasing specialty cleaners. Now you know the wonders of the lowly dish soap. Armed with these tools, you can become your own handyman, so go for it. Eye on the City (Continued from page 5) rial Hwy. Work is also being done on Imperial Hwy. from Van Ness to Prairie,” Franklin said. Councilman Eloy Morales added that the Public Works crew is “already finishing up sidewalks and tearing into the streets. We can’t have what we want until we pay the price. But looking at the budget, more streets have been paved and sidewalks done in the last 2 years.” “I am extraordinarily proud to be your mayor. There is no city in the country that has made the evolution, the progress we’ve made over the last 4 years. If you’re in touch with reality, there is no way you can deny it anymore,” Butts said. Councilman Dotson nominated and Mayor Butts appointed Jade Wheatley and Pedro Silva as District 1 Youth Commissioners.

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Former Sheriff Lee Baca to Plead Guilty in Corruption Case (Continued from page 9) helping “without asking too many questions and prying into the investigation at hand.” So far, more than a dozen former sheriff’s officials have been convicted as a result of the wideranging investigation, which began more than five years ago. Baca is the latest—and highest-ranking— department official to be enveloped in the corruption scandal. Last year, Baca’s former top aide, Paul Tanaka, was indicted on charges of orchestrating an elaborate scheme to thwart the FBI, raising questions about whether Baca would be the next to face prosecution. In response to the federal probe, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors created the Citizens’ Commission on Jail Violence, a panel which examined alleged brutality by deputies in the jail. The commission’s scathing report recommended more than 60 reforms. All of them have been enacted, including the creation of the Office of Inspector General. The county has also agreed to create a Civilian Oversight Commission that will oversee the department. The Board of Supervisors last month approved a process for selecting members of the panel. Baca ran the department for more than 15 years.

Remembering the Legendary Maurice White (Continued from page 8)

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D at e s i n F e b r u a ry Through February 13, 2016 5th Annual Black Doll Show Themes for this year’s doll show include “The War Against HIV/ AIDS,” and “Women of the African Diaspora in the Trenches.” Curated by Dr. Cynthia Davis. On Saturday, January 9, from 3-5pm, attend a special preview screening of the documentary “Wilhemina’s War,” which will air on PBS later in February 2016. “Wilhemina’s War” focuses on the impact of HIV/AIDS among African American women across generations living in the South through the story of 62 year-old Wilhemina Dixon. A doll making workshop will be held on January 23, from 2-4. Create a doll that you can donate to children who have HIV/AIDS. Events will be held at the William Grant Still Arts Center, 2520 S. West View Street, Los Angeles. For details about all activity times and dates, call (323) 734-1165.

of Saturday, February 13, 2016 at St. Jerome Church, 5550 Thornburn Street, Westchester, 90045 from 8am-1pm. It is located one block east of the 405, La Tierja Blvd. offramp. The Retreat topic, “50 Shades of Grace” is presented by the well-renown leader, Sister Gretchen Hailer, RSHM. Cost is $15.00. Please RSVP to Kathy Fitzpatrick (310703-2519) or Joyce Holt (310-6495586) by Monday, Feb.8.

February 20, 2016 District 1 Town Hall Meeting Join Councilman George Dotson for the first District1 Town Hall of the new year. He will be joined by special guests Mayor James T. Butts to discuss city news. Wilson Meany Project Manager, Gerard McCallum will provide an update on the Hollywood Park project; Inglewood Parks & Recreation Director Sabrina Barnes will provide details on the new senior center; and Sr. ConstrucFebruary 13, 2016 tion Manager Brett Roberts will pro50 Shades of Grace Retreat vide updates on the Crenshaw/LAX Catholic Daughters of Westches- Transit Corridor Project. Other topter/Playa del Rey/and Culver City, ics include emergency preparedness will host a retreat on the morning and public safety, the LAX Land-

eventually joined the Ramsey Lewis Trio as their drummer. He then moved to Los Angeles with his brother, where his career skyrocketed. Memorial arrangements are being made by E. Vaughn Wray Funeral Establishment in Norfolk, Maurice White performing with VA for February 11. Earth, Wind & Fire Fans can post comments or send a sympathy card to contact or http://www.herbwalker. the Earth, Wind & Fire website: com/obituaries/Maurice-White-3. http://www.earthwindandfire.com/

slide Access Moderation Program, the Active Transportation Plan and Century Blvd. update. The meeting will be held at the Center of Hope Church, 9550 Crenshaw Blvd., Inglewood, CA from 10am to noon. To RSVP, call 310412-8602 or email asmith@cityofinglewood.org. Ongoing Talk to a Lawyer Online In cooperation with the City of Inglewood, the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) now offers a teleconferencing center at the Main Library, where you can speak to a lawyer live, and send them documents. They offer legal advice and guidance on a variety of civil matters, including evictions, divorces, and child custody. They can provide referrals to private attorneys, other legal services, or other resources as needed. Hours for teleconferencing are every Wednesday from 11am to 2pm. Ask the Audio/Visual Desk assistant for help or call ahead for an appointment at (310) 412-5380.

SCE Honors Energy-Efficient Champions, Partners During Black History Month (Continued from page 7) Robert “Bob” Young, president, Royal Crest Building Maintenance, was presented SCE’s Diverse Business Enterprise Award. An Edison International (NYSE: EIX) company, Southern California Edison is one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, serving a population of nearly 14 million via 5 million customer accounts in a 50,000-square-mile service area within Central, Coastal and Southern California.

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