HOLMBY NEWS
February 10, 2017

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Board Meeting
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Valet Parking in Holmby Westwood
4.  City Council Candidates Forum
5.  LAUSD School Board Election
6.  Metro Expo Line Closure this Weekend
7.  Westwood Horizons Update
8.  Movie Premiere – Street Closures
9.  Upcoming Community Events
10.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
11.  Resident Ads
12.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING

On Monday, February 13 at 7:30 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting at Belmont Village, 10475 Wilshire Blvd.  Note, the 7:30 start time is earlier than what was previously announced.  Please click here to see the agenda.

Members of the community are welcome to attend, though space is limited. Please let us know if you plan to attend.  Email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

From the LAPD:

RAPE, FORCIBLE (any age, non consensual sexual intercourse)
Incident #: 170805432
10500 BLOCK STRATHMORE DR  |  1/14/2017 @ 8:15 AM
(NOTE: HWPOA just received this notification from the LAPD.  We have contacted the LAPD to get more information and will follow up.)

From a homeowner on Le Conte:

Yesterday at 2pm, a suspicious man knocked on our door. He claimed his name was “Giovani” and he was looking to meet a person named “Saeda?” He was belligerent, and was acting odd. I did not let him in, and he walked away. He was a tall African American man, wearing a brown jacket, red shirt, jeans, and sun-glasses. Our RING.com camera was able to record his photo. We called ACS and reported the incident, and shared the video with them. They agreed that this was probably a scam to try to rob our house. Please be aware of this suspicious person in our neighborhood.

3.  VALET PARKING IN HOLMBY WESTWOOD

Super Bowl Sunday saw a deluge of cars from parties in Bel Air.  At least 6 streets in Holmby Westwood were completely covered by an estimated 300 plus cars.

This proved to be a terrible problem for residents of those affected streets who live on the eastern portion of our neighborhood and chose to have people gather at their own homes.

This valet activity has been going on for a number of years and began when the LAFD restricted parking on some of the more narrow streets in Bel Air.  The valet companies’ solution was to bring those cars to our neighborhood.

The good news is that this should be the last time H-W has to endure this kind of activity.  This week, the city council approved, and the mayor has signed a modification to the valet ordinance that will require valet companies to submit a parking plan when they want to bring cars from Bel Air and park them in Holmby Westwood.  There are many other options available to valet companies and we have no doubt that they will figure it out.

This would not have happened without the support of Councilmember Paul Koretz and his staff, the board of HWPOA and Dennis Rosenblatt, chairperson of HWPOA’s Traffic Committee.  We are most grateful to CD5 and to Dennis for their help in resolving this matter.

4.  CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM

Warren Olney from KCRW will be moderating a Meet and Question this Sunday with the three CD 5 City Council candidates:

• Jesse Creed
• Mark Herd
• Paul Koretz

The forum is open to the public and will be held at:

Leo Baeck Temple
1300 N Sepulveda
Sunday, February 12
2-4 pm
Parking is free.

5.  LAUSD SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION

March 7th, 2017 is the Local School Board Election for District 4.

This is for a 5 1/2 year term! Voting makes a big difference for 650,000 LAUSD students. Regardless of having children in Private Schools or Public Schools – GOOD Public Schools are GOOD for EVERYONE in the community!

Absentee Ballots will be arriving this week! Please fill it out!

Otherwise, VOTE March 7th at your regular polling location.

Every VOTE counts!

6.  METRO EXPO LINE CLOSURE THIS WEEKEND

Metro is planning a two-phase full closure of the Expo Phase 2 Line to complete warranty work, system enhancements, and maintenance along the alignment.

Closures will take place February 10-12 between Palms Station and Expo/Bundy, and February 24-26 between Expo/Bundy and Downtown Santa Monica.

For more information, please CLICK HERE .

7.  WESTWOOD HORIZONS UPDATE

From the Westwood-Century City Patch:

Residents of a Westwood retirement community who have been fighting eviction notices will not have to vacate the property until November, not April as originally expected, officials with the management company said Wednesday.

Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz has been leading the charge to try to stop the evictions, and on Tuesday introduced a motion asking the Housing and Community Investment Department to consider labeling the facility a residential hotel, which he said would prevent Watermark from using the Ellis Act to evict the residents.

For the complete story, please CLICK HERE.

8.  MOVIE PREMIERE – STREET CLOSURES

Warner Bros will be holding the Premiere of “Fist Fight”, at 7:00 PM on February 13, 2017 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Avenue in Westwood.  There will be various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this event, feel free to contact Eric Tremble at 323-229-1626.

9.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

2nd Annual Tooth Fairy Convention – Saturday February 11, 2017 from 10am – 2pm at Exposition Park. This event is open to parents, children, and the overall community to learn about the importance of oral health.

Community partners, sponsors, oral healthcare providers and oral health advocates from all across Los Angeles will gather to offer resources and free oral health education.

For more information about this event, please CLICK HERE.

L.A. Musical Salon Dinner-Concert – Saturday, February 11, 2017 at The Bel-Air (formerly The Bel Air Bar & Grill).  Our 10th season kicks off tunefully with “An Evening of Chopin,” featuring concert pianist, composer and L.A. Musical Salon favorite Marek Zebrowski in concert with cellist Lars Hoefs, who was a member of our original Artists in Residence, the Blue Rose Trio, coming to us from Brazil.

Your ticket includes the concert and a 3-course dinner with wine, tax and tip included, which the musicians also join us for. Reservations are required. The 2017 flyer with reservation/membership form is at: www.lamusicsalon.org/2017Flyer

Cinema Under the Stars: Valentine’s Day Double-Feature – Tuesday, February 14, 2017 in Westwood Village (1031 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles).  The Westwood Village Improvement Association, in partnership with UCLA Housing, invites you to a special FREE outdoor Valentine’s Day double-feature screening of Disney’s Moana and fan favorite, The Princess Bride!

Moana: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
The Princess Bride: 8:30pm-10:30pm
Doors open at 5:00pm, show starts at 6:00pm

Moviegoers are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in this unique outdoor setting. Attendance is FREE and open to the public, and moviegoers are encouraged to show up ahead of time to stake out a prime spot for the show. Tickets are not required to attend.  First 100 people at each showing will receive a special UCLA & Westwood Village blanket!

Arrive early to stop at one of our many dining options to grab takeout before the show. There’s plenty of parking across the street in the Broxton Public Parking Structure, which is a flat rate of $6 after 6pm!

LAPD Blood Drive – Monday, February 20th, 2017 at the West Los Angeles Area Community Police Station (1663 Butler Avenue).  Please join us for LAPD-West Los Angeles Area’s Battle of the Badges Blood Drive.

Please visit redcrossblood.org and enter: BADGESoCal to schedule an appointment or call the Community Relations Sergeant, Sergeant II Justin Scott at 310-444-0743.

Give life, give blood!

10.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

11.  RESIDENT ADS

EXCELLENT CAREGIVER AVAILABLE

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Please contact Jhoy directly at 310 895-3162 or me at EZBNGRN@VERIZON.NET

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WORTH NEW YORK TRUNK SHOW

Little Holmby area trunk shows featuring Worth New York Spring clothing collection. February 14-February 20.

Over 300 tops, dresses, skirts, jackets, and accessories featuring gorgeous European fabrics (including leather and suede) from the most casual to dressy.  The designs are exclusive to Worth, so you won’t see yourself coming and going!  You can view the line at www.worthnewyork.com.

Call or email Denise Barta for an appointment or details:  (310) 721-2500; dbarta@worthnewyork.com

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GROUP FOR PEOPLE WITH A CHRONIC LUNG CONDITION

I host a meeting every other month for people with chronic lung conditions other than TB or cancer. It’s a very informal support and information group, free of charge, that has been ongoing for about 15 years.

On February 14, we have a special opportunity to hear Dr. Ed Chan, Professor of Medicine-Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, during his visit to Southern California. This meeting will take place at my house (641 Warner Avenue) at 1:15.

Please feel free to contact me for more information. I look forward to speaking with you and meeting you!

Andrea Smith, ablsmith@dock.net

12.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

HOLMBY NEWS
February 3, 2017

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Community Alert – Incident on Le Conte
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Street Repair Requests
4.  More Coyote Sightings
5.  Westwood Library – February Happenings
6.  Movie Premiere – Street Closures
7.  Wilshire Blvd. Upcoming Closures
8.  Westwood Rec. Center – Community Meeting
9.  HWPOA Board Meeting
10.  LAPD Blood Drive
11.  Special Offer from STK at the W Hotel
12.  Upcoming Community Events
13.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
14.  Resident Ads
15.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  COMMUNITY ALERT – INCIDENT ON LE CONTE

A homeowner on Le Conte between Warner and Thayer reported the following incident:

On Monday morning 1/30 around 6:45AM a young Hispanic male was on my property on the driveway behaving erratically and yelling.  He was reading my newspaper and tearing it up and yelling.  He went to the front door and began banging on it and yelling into my home cameras.

ACS and LAPD were dispatched and he ran towards Warner Avenue.  According to the Police, he ran through yards on Warner Ave and climbed on one roof.  He was NOT apprehended.  He got away.

If you see this man in the area, please contact the LAPD immediately.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY ALERT

600 block Holmby Ave. 1/31/17, Between 5:20 PM and 6:40 PM.
1300 block Holmby Ave. 1/31/17, between 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM.

On 1/31/17, two Residential Burglaries occurred on Holmby Ave. In both cases the suspect(s) gained access to the rear yard and forced entry through a rear window.  Once inside the suspect(s) ransacked rooms removing jewelry, money and other valuables.

Immediate Detection and verification is crucial to the arrest and apprehension of these suspects: http://ktla.com/2015/08/28/after-attempted-home-invasion-in-valley-village-lapd-looks-for-suspect-for-hours/.

Consider simple devices such as the www.Ring.com doorbell camera as well as other easy self installed wifi security cameras that will IMMEDIATELY alert you of any suspicious activity at your front door or side access gate/yard. This will allow you to immediately detect an intruder. Please review and consider the below prevention and detection tips for your home.

Receive notifications when crime occurrs in your neighborhood by signing up for ALERTS at www.crimemapping.com.

LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 170805307
BEVERLY GLEN BL & COMSTOCK  |  1/31/2017 @ 5:20 PM

3.  STREET REPAIR REQUESTS

The Bureau of Street Services has scheduled a Small Asphalt Repairs (SAR) truck (which is described as 1 small asphalt repair truck, consisting of 2 workers and asphalt), for the Westwood Neighborhood Council area, to perform small asphalt repairs on March 9, 2017.

The type of repairs that can be addressed with this program include the following:
– Potholes and pop outs
– Skin patching of eroded or cracked areas
– Some repairs on concrete streets

The Westwood Neighborhood Council has asked us to submit suggested locations in our neighborhood for small street repairs. The city will only send the SAR truck to a total of 15 locations in the entire Westwood Neighborhood Council area, so Holmby Westwood will only see a handful of repairs.

If you are aware of any spots in our neighborhood that would be particularly good candidates for this program, please send requests to Dana at hwpoa@aol.com no later than Monday, February 6.  Please only send street repair requests, not sidewalks or curbs.

4.  MORE COYOTE SIGHTINGS

We continue to receive reports of coyotes in the area.  Residents reported seeing coyotes on Thayer at Le Conte, on Dalehurst and on Warner.  Some sightings have been at night and other sightings have been in the morning.

Please take appropriate precautions with your children and pets, as well as keep your trash covered and pet food inside. It is very common for coyotes to come into Holmby Westwood neighborhoods to hunt for food and neighborhood pets.

For more information about coyote safety precautions, please click here:
http://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/urban-coyotes-keeping-your-pets-safe

5.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY – FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS

The Westwood Branch Library has a busy month of events and activities for adults, teens and children.  A few of the events include Adult acting classes, Shakespeare programming, Opera Talk, Valentine Robot art lab, childrens’ storytime and lego building classes.

For a complete list of upcoming events, please click here:
https://www.lapl.org/branches/westwood

6.  MOVIE PREMIERE – STREET CLOSURES

Warner Bros will be holding the Premiere of “Lego Batman”, at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at the Regency Village Theaters, located at 961 Broxton Avenue in Westwood. There will be various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this event, feel free to contact Eric Tremble at 323-229-1626.

7.  WILSHIRE BLVD. UPCOMING CLOSURES

From the Westwood-Century City Patch:

Stretches of Wilshire Boulevard near Fairfax Avenue could be closed for 18 consecutive weekends to accommodate work on the Metro Purple Line subway extension, Metro officials said Wednesday.

Pending final approval from the city Board of Public Works, the closures will take place beginning Feb. 10 between 8 p.m. on Fridays through 6 a.m. on Mondays, according to Metro.

Residents and motorists are advised to plan ahead, follow street detours and allow extra time to get through the area.

The scheduled work will be done by contractor Skanska Traylor Shea, which will excavate portions of Wilshire and adjacent sidewalks and replace them with concrete deck panels that will serve as a temporary street surface.

Metro said no decking work will take place during the regular work week and local access for businesses and residents will be maintained.

The 18-weekend schedule will include 10 weekend closures from Spaulding Avenue to Fairfax Avenue, four weekend closures at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue and four consecutive weekend closures from Fairfax Avenue to Crescent Heights Boulevard.

8.  WESTWOOD REC. CENTER – COMMUNITY MEETING

There is an upcoming community meeting at Westwood Recreation Center on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 6 p.m.  Click below for more information:

9.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING

On Monday, February 13 at 8:00 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting at Belmont Village, 10475 Wilshire Blvd.   Agenda will be posted in next week’s newsletter.

Members of the community are welcome to attend, though space is limited. Please let us know if you plan to attend.  Email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com

10.  LAPD BLOOD DRIVE

11th Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

Helping save lives, on and off the job.

Monday, February 20th, 2017
8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Give life, give blood!

Please join us for LAPD-West Los Angeles Area’s
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive.

The Blood Mobile will be parked in front of West Los Angeles Area Community Police Station located at 1663 Butler Avenue, West Los Angeles, 90025.

Please visit redcrossblood.org and enter: BADGESoCal to schedule an appointment or call the Community Relations Sergeant, Sergeant II Justin Scott at 310-444-0743.

11.  SPECIAL OFFER FROM STK AT THE W HOTEL

STK located at The W Los Angeles would like to offer the members of HWPOA a special gift to welcome you all to the restaurant, newly opened at The W Hotel here in Westwood.

Each household may receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine along with a $50 Dining Credit towards your next visit to dine with us at STK.

Should you choose to accept the offer, STK will also keep you up to date on any special happenings at the hotel that might interest you.

Click Here To Make Your Special Reservation

12.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

L.A. Musical Salon Dinner-Concert – Saturday, February 11, 2017 at The Bel-Air (formerly The Bel Air Bar & Grill).  Our 10th season kicks off tunefully with “An Evening of Chopin,” featuring concert pianist, composer and L.A. Musical Salon favorite Marek Zebrowski in concert with cellist Lars Hoefs, who was a member of our original Artists in Residence, the Blue Rose Trio, coming to us from Brazil.

Your ticket includes the concert and a 3-course dinner with wine, tax and tip included, which the musicians also join us for. Reservations are required. The 2017 flyer with reservation/membership form is at: www.lamusicsalon.org/2017Flyer

Cinema Under the Stars: Valentine’s Day Double-Feature – Tuesday, February 14, 2017 in Westwood Village (1031 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles).  The Westwood Village Improvement Association, in partnership with UCLA Housing, invites you to a special FREE outdoor Valentine’s Day double-feature screening of Disney’s Moana and fan favorite, The Princess Bride!

Moana: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
The Princess Bride: 8:30pm-10:30pm
Doors open at 5:00pm, show starts at 6:00pm

Moviegoers are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in this unique outdoor setting. Attendance is FREE and open to the public, and moviegoers are encouraged to show up ahead of time to stake out a prime spot for the show. Tickets are not required to attend.  First 100 people at each showing will receive a special UCLA & Westwood Village blanket!

Arrive early to stop at one of our many dining options to grab takeout before the show. There’s plenty of parking across the street in the Broxton Public Parking Structure, which is a flat rate of $6 after 6pm!

13.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

14.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING ARBORIST / LANDSCAPER

I need a referral for a landscaper and/or arborist that is familiar with drainage and tree root problems.  Please send to sharlyn207@gmail.com

Thank you.

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SEEKING WEATHER STRIPPER

Can anyone recommend a good weather stripper?  If so, please contact me at swy333@gmail.com.  Thank you.

Sandra

15.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

HOLMBY NEWS
January 27, 2017

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

If you recently received a membership renewal notice,
you can pay your dues here:
Renew HWPOA Membership

1.  Street Repair Requests
2.  Coyote Sighting
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  LAPD Community Police Academy
5.  Support P.A.C.T. (Police and Community Together)
6.  LAUSD Candidates Forum
7.  Westwood Park Rec. Center
8.  Upcoming Community Events
9.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
10.  Resident Ads
11.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  STREET REPAIR REQUESTS

The Bureau of Street Services has scheduled a Small Asphalt Repairs (SAR) truck (which is described as 1 small asphalt repair truck, consisting of 2 workers and asphalt), for the Westwood Neighborhood Council area, to perform small asphalt repairs on March 9, 2017.

The type of repairs that can be addressed with this program include the following:
– Potholes and pop outs
– Skin patching of eroded or cracked areas
– Some repairs on concrete streets

The Westwood Neighborhood Council has asked us to submit suggested locations in our neighborhood for small street repairs. The city will only send the SAR truck to a total of 15 locations in the entire Westwood Neighborhood Council area, so Holmby Westwood will only see a handful of repairs.

If you are aware of any spots in our neighborhood that would be particularly good candidates for this program, please send requests to Dana at hwpoa@aol.com no later than Monday, February 6.  Please only send street repair requests, not sidewalks or curbs.

2.  COYOTE SIGHTING

A resident reported seeing a large coyote last night (Thursday evening) on Lindbrook between Thayer and Warner.  Here are a few tips when encountering a coyote:

What should I do if a coyote approaches me?
Wave your arms. Shout in a low, loud tone. Throw objects at the coyote while maintaining eye contact. Make yourself look as big as possible. If you are wearing a jacket, take it off & swing around over your head. If possible go towards active or populated areas but do not turn your back & run from the coyote as that could trigger a chase.

How can I keep my pets safe?
Keep you pets indoors or closely supervised when outside. Do not leave small pets unattended in your yard. Walk your dog on a leash at all times & stay close to high pedestrian traffic areas. Avoid dense brushy areas or paths near abandoned properties. If you notice a coyote when walking your dog, keep your dog as close to you as possible & move towards an active area. Never encourage or allow your dog to interact or “play” with coyotes.

How can I keep my children safe?
Make sure that your children never play outside in the same clothes they just ate food in. Wildlife may be attracted to food odors in clothing. Make sure children wash thoroughly after eating. Provide children with a whistle and breakaway necklace they can blow if an animal approaches. Never let them approach any stray animal. If a coyote approaches, they should face the animal, move slowly to another person or dwelling entrance, raise their arms over their head, clap their hands, stomp their feet, blow a whistle, and call out in a stern loud voice “There is a coyote here.” The best thing to do is avoid leaving children unattended.

Deterrents & Scare Tactics

• Sprinkle cayenne pepper or chili powder in areas where coyotes sleep to deter them from staying. These types of deterrents do not last & will need to be repeated if they become wet. Do not use these methods where children have access & do not use near air ducts.
• Use motion activated strobe lights, sprinklers, or radios that are set to talk or news stations to help deter the coyotes. Use caution as strobe lights can trigger seizures in people or pets with epilepsy.
• Use a coyote shaker can. This is a can containing a few coins which can be shaken & thrown towards a coyote. Throw tennis balls, open & close an umbrella towards the coyote, bang two pans together, blow a whistle, use an air horn, or use a high pressure water sprayer. Alternate the deterrents to prevent coyotes from getting used to one method.

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 170804960
600 BLOCK CLUB VIEW DR  |  1/21/2017 @ 10:40 AM

BURGLARY – ATTEMPTED
Incident #: 170804832
400 BLOCK LOMOND AV  |  1/18/2017 @ 9:40 PM

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – PETTY ($950 & under)
Incident #: 170804629
800 BLOCK S BEVERLY GLEN BL  |  1/15/2017 @ 8:20 PM

Sign up to receive Crime Alerts at www.crimemapping.com. In the upper right corner click “Receive Alerts” and complete the fields and parameters. You will receive notification alerts when crimes are reported.

E-Policing: http://www.lapdonline.org/e_policing
Nixle: www.nixle.com Send text to 888777 and type WESTLA8A29 in message.
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311

Christopher Ragsdale, Senior Lead Officer
West Los Angeles Community Police Station
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 26690@lapd.lacity.org
Website: www.lapdonline.org

4.  LAPD COMMUNITY POLICE ACADEMY

The Los Angeles Police Department invites you to attend our Community Police Academy!

On February 15, 2017, Operations – West Bureau will conduct a Community Police Academy for adults.

The eleven-week course will be held at the Hollywood Community Police Station, 1358 N. Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, 90028 (community room). The class will meet each Wednesday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. The course will conclude with a graduation ceremony on April 26, 2017.

Through the Community Police Academy, enrolled students will be encouraged to build a lasting partnership with the Department, with the ultimate goal of reducing crime and improving the quality of life in our neighborhoods.

Each community member must meet the following criteria:

• Must be 18 years or older;
• Live or work within Operations -West Bureau;
• No prior felony convictions;
• No outstanding warrants;
• No pending criminal cases; and
• Must be approved by an Area Commanding Officer.

Interested community members should email the Community Relations Office, Sergeant II Justin Scott, at 33586@lapd.online by February 1, 2017.

5.  SUPPORT P.A.C.T. (POLICE AND COMMUNITY TOGETHER)

In September of 1991, a partnership was formed between the West Los Angeles Community Police Station and a group of civic-minded citizens, resulting in the formation of “Police and Community Together” (P.A.C.T.), a non-profit corporation.

P.A.C.T. is involved in fundraising to provide funding and equipment for the West Los Angeles Community Police Station that are either underfunded or not provided by the City of Los Angeles, enabling the Officers to better serve the community.  In addition, P.A.C.T. also subsidizes the Law Enforcement Youth Program and provides scholarships for the Cadets.

If you would like to make a donation to P.A.C.T., volunteer or would like more information, please click here:  http://lapdpact.com/

6.  LAUSD CANDIDATES FORUM

On Thursday, February 2 there will be a candidates forum to learn about the 4 candidates for Los Angeles Unified School District Board, representing District 4. The incumbent candidate is Steve Zimmer. He is being challenged by three candidates, Nick Melvoin, Allison Holdorff-Polhill and Gregory Martayan. All will be present at the forum.

LAUSD District 4 Candidates Forum
Thursday, February 2, 2017
7:00-9:00 PM

Location:
Paul Revere Charter Middle School & Magnet Center
1450 Allenford Ave.
Los Angeles, CA  90049

7.  WESTWOOD PARK REC. CENTER

Winter classes have begun at the Westwood Recreation Center, but there’s still room in some classes!

Youth Classes:

• Gymnastics & Ninja ( 3 spots left on waiting list to open a new class!)
• Karate (3 spots)
• Water World Fun
• Kids N’ Clay
• Parent & Me
• Musical Theater

Adult Classes:

• Self Defense
• Yoga

See the Winter Class Schedule for all details as well as other activities and events!!

8.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Free Museum Day – Sunday, January 29, 2017.   We are fortunate to live in the arts and entertainment capital of the world, with many extraordinary museums right in our own backyard. This Sunday, January 29, more than 30 local museums will offer free admission all day.  Visit SoCalMuseums.org to see participating museums.

Many of the museums are near Metro stations, so check out Metro.net for public transportation options. Special thanks to SoCal Museums and LA Metro for sponsoring this great community event. We hope you can take advantage of it!

L.A. Musical Salon Dinner-Concert – Saturday, February 11, 2017 at The Bel-Air (formerly The Bel Air Bar & Grill).  Our 10th season kicks off tunefully with “An Evening of Chopin,” featuring concert pianist, composer and L.A. Musical Salon favorite Marek Zebrowski in concert with cellist Lars Hoefs, who was a member of our original Artists in Residence, the Blue Rose Trio, coming to us from Brazil.

Your ticket includes the concert and a 3-course dinner with wine, tax and tip included, which the musicians also join us for. Reservations are required. The 2017 flyer with reservation/membership form is at: www.lamusicsalon.org/2017Flyer

Cinema Under the Stars: Valentine’s Day Double-Feature – Tuesday, February 14, 2017 in Westwood Village (1031 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles).  The Westwood Village Improvement Association, in partnership with UCLA Housing, invites you to a special FREE outdoor Valentine’s Day double-feature screening of Disney’s Moana and fan favorite, The Princess Bride!

Moana: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
The Princess Bride: 8:30pm-10:30pm
Doors open at 5:00pm, show starts at 6:00pm

Moviegoers are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in this unique outdoor setting. Attendance is FREE and open to the public, and moviegoers are encouraged to show up ahead of time to stake out a prime spot for the show. Tickets are not required to attend.  First 100 people at each showing will receive a special UCLA & Westwood Village blanket!

Arrive early to stop at one of our many dining options to grab takeout before the show. There’s plenty of parking across the street in the Broxton Public Parking Structure, which is a flat rate of $6 after 6pm!

9.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

10.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING HANDYMAN

Can anyone  recommend an honest, reliable handyman with references?  Please contact me at sharlyn207@gmail.com.  Thank you.

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ELECTRICIAN NEEDED

We are seeking  a good electrician for a number of jobs in our home.  If you have a recommendation, please let me know.  Thank you.

Marion Solomon
drmarionsolomon@gmail.com
(310) 475-8300

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EXCHANGE STUDENT NEEDS HOUSING

David Quistid is an exchange student from Australia.  He’s studying in the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA through June of this year. He is a student of jazz performance. Unexpectedly, his housing fell through and he needs to find another room quickly. He’d prefer to board in someone’s home, and is prepared to pay $850 a month. He would also be able to help with household chores. I can totally vouch for his character. He attends St. Alban’s Church and both of his parents are Anglican clergy.

Thanks,
Susan Klein
My cell is: 310-804-5580
susanklein651@gmail.com

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WORTH NEW YORK TRUNK SHOW

Little Holmby area trunk shows featuring Worth New York Spring clothing collection. January 31-February 2 AND February 14-February 20.

Over 300 tops, dresses, skirts, jackets, and accessories featuring gorgeous European fabrics (including leather and suede) from the most casual to dressy.  The designs are exclusive to Worth, so you won’t see yourself coming and going!  You can view the line at www.worthnewyork.com.

Call or email Denise Barta for an appointment or details:  (310) 721-2500; dbarta@worthnewyork.com

11.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
January 20, 2017

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Break-In on Lomond Ave.
2.  Warner Ave. Auction Seeking Donations
3.  Community Police Advisory Board Meeting
4.  Santa Monica Blvd. Reconstruction Project
5.  Upcoming Community Events
6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  BREAK-IN ON LOMOND AVE.

A resident on Lomond Ave. reported a late-night break-in to their house earlier this week.  The suspects broke glass and a screen but left when the alarm went off.  Nothing was taken and the police have been notified.

2.  WARNER AVE. AUCTION SEEKING DONATIONS

Dear Holmby Westwood Neighbors,

WAVE, the parent-teacher organization for Warner Avenue Elementary, is kindly requesting donations for its upcoming Spring Auction on March 4th. Are you a season ticket holder to any professional or college sports events (Clippers, Kings, UCLA, etc.)? Do you have tickets to the Geffen, LA Philharmonic, Center Theatre Group, or LA Opera you can’t use and would like to donate? Also, we are looking for restaurant certificates, room nights at hotels and resorts, stays at vacation homes, spa certificates, fine wines, and other desirable goodies. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated.

If you wish to make a tax-deductible donation, please contact Julian Zolkin at asianyenta@gmail.com or mail your donation to:

WAVE
615 Holmby Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Attn: Spring Auction

Thank you for supporting your neighborhood school!

3.  COMMUNITY POLICE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

The West L.A. Community Police Advisory Board (CPAB) was created to provide community members with an opportunity to provide information and advice to their respective Area and to take information from the police department back to the community.

The West L.A. CPAB will be meeting next week, on Tuesday, January 24.  Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Tuesday January 24, 2017
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

West Los Angeles Community Police Station
1663 Butler Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90025

• Crime and Station Reports and Updates: Captains Tina Nieto/Darryl Ito
• Discussion on the West Bureau Traffic Committee – Robert A. Ringler
• Report on P.A.C.T. – Christina Chan, President
• Committee and Community Reports

4.  SANTA MONICA BLVD. RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT

The City of Beverly Hills has provided the following update regarding the Santa Monica Blvd. reconstruction project:

5.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Greater L.A. Homeless Count – Wednesday, January 25.  All across Los Angeles every January, we embark on a three-day mission to count our homeless neighbors.  The Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count enables us to gather important data that is key for us to bring about an end to homelessness in Los Angeles.  If you would like to volunteer, please click here:
2017 Greater L.A. Homeless Count

L.A. Musical Salon Dinner-Concert – Saturday, February 11, 2017 at The Bel-Air (formerly The Bel Air Bar & Grill).  Our 10th season kicks off tunefully with “An Evening of Chopin,” featuring concert pianist, composer and L.A. Musical Salon favorite Marek Zebrowski in concert with cellist Lars Hoefs, who was a member of our original Artists in Residence, the Blue Rose Trio, coming to us from Brazil.

Your ticket includes the concert and a 3-course dinner with wine, tax and tip included, which the musicians also join us for. Reservations are required. The 2017 flyer with reservation/membership form is at: www.lamusicsalon.org/2017Flyer

Cinema Under the Stars: Valentine’s Day Double-Feature – Tuesday, February 14, 2017 in Westwood Village (1031 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles).  The Westwood Village Improvement Association, in partnership with UCLA Housing, invites you to a special FREE outdoor Valentine’s Day double-feature screening of Disney’s Moana and fan favorite, The Princess Bride!

Moana: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
The Princess Bride: 8:30pm-10:30pm
Doors open at 5:00pm, show starts at 6:00pm

Moviegoers are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in this unique outdoor setting. Attendance is FREE and open to the public, and moviegoers are encouraged to show up ahead of time to stake out a prime spot for the show. Tickets are not required to attend.  First 100 people at each showing will receive a special UCLA & Westwood Village blanket!

Arrive early to stop at one of our many dining options to grab takeout before the show. There’s plenty of parking across the street in the Broxton Public Parking Structure, which is a flat rate of $6 after 6pm!

6.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

7.  RESIDENT ADS

WORTH NEW YORK TRUNK SHOW

Little Holmby area trunk shows featuring Worth New York Spring clothing collection. January 31-February 2 AND February 14-February 20.

Over 300 tops, dresses, skirts, jackets, and accessories featuring gorgeous European fabrics (including leather and suede) from the most casual to dressy.  The designs are exclusive to Worth, so you won’t see yourself coming and going!  You can view the line at www.worthnewyork.com.

Call or email Denise Barta for an appointment or details:  (310) 721-2500; dbarta@worthnewyork.com

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SEEKING LANDSCAPER

I am looking for a professional landscaper.  If you have a recommendation, please contact Susan at (310) 600-4726.

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BRICK AND FENCE REPAIR

I am looking for a person to repair brick and a person to repair a fence.  If you know of a repair person that can handle one or both of these tasks, please contact Susan at (310) 600-4726.  Thank you.

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HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE

My housekeeper, Maria Castro, is looking for several additional half-days per week. She has worked for me for several years. Very reliable, decent English, has her own car. Phone: (323) 252-6541. Email: castro213m@gmail.com.

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GROUP FOR PEOPLE WITH A CHRONIC LUNG CONDITION

I host a meeting every other month for people with chronic lung conditions other than TB or cancer. It’s a very informal support and information group, free of charge, that has been ongoing for about 15 years.

We are affiliated with a national non-profit organization, NTM Info & Research (NTMir), formed on behalf of patients with pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) disease for the purpose of patient support, medical education, and research. The organization comprises patients, physicians and other medical practitioners, and researchers.

Our group is open to all and the next meeting will be on Monday, January 23, at 1:15 p.m. at my house, 641 Warner Avenue, in Westwood.

Please feel free to contact me for more information. I look forward to speaking with you and meeting you!

Andrea Smith, ablsmith@dock.net

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
January 13, 2017

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Metro Purple Line Road Work
2.  Power Outage Update
3.  Santa Monica Blvd. Project in Beverly Hills
4.  Announcement from Congressman Ted Lieu
5.  Greater L.A. Homeless Count – Volunteers Needed
6.  LAPD Crime Report
7.  HWPOA Membership Renewal
8.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
9.  Resident Ads
10.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  METRO PURPLE LINE ROAD WORK

Metro contractors are performing field work as part of the planning for Section 3 of the Purple Line Extension. The current work will include geophysical testing to gather further information about the geological conditions.

The upcoming work will begin January 23rd through February 10th. The work will take place in the area around Comstock Ave. and Santa Monica Blvd. and Beverly Glen Blvd. Please note this work will take place at night from 9pm to 6am Monday-Friday.

For more information about this project, please click here.

2.  POWER OUTAGE UPDATE

Many of our homeowners have experienced a number of power outages in recent weeks (as well as over the years).  The HWPOA Board is working with the LADWP to find answers.  We plan to have a representative from the LADWP at our next board meeting on Monday, February 13 to discuss the issue.  We will let you know when we have more information.

3.  SANTA MONICA BLVD. PROJECT IN BEVERLY HILLS

Next week, the City of Beverly Hills will break ground on the North Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction project.  The Project will reconstruct a segment (approximately 1.5 miles) of North Santa Monica Boulevard extending from Wilshire Boulevard to Doheny Drive in the City of Beverly Hills.

The North Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction project will rehabilitate aging infrastructure, maintain vehicular flow,  enhance mobility, and create an aesthetically attractive “Green Street”.

For more information about this project, please click here:
Santa Monica Blvd. Project

4.  ANNOUNCEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN TED LIEU

Earlier this week, Congressman Ted Lieu was appointed as an Assistant Whip for the Democratic Caucus in the 115th Congress.  For more information, please click here.

Congratulations was sent from the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association to Congressman Ted Lieu on his recent appointment.

5.  GREATER L.A. HOMELESS COUNT – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

All across Los Angeles every January, we embark on a three-day mission to count our homeless neighbors.  The Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count enables us to gather important data that is key for us to bring about an end to homelessness in Los Angeles.

The West L.A. Homeless Count will take place on Wednesday, January 25.  If you would like to volunteer, please click here:
2017 Greater L.A. Homeless Count

6.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 170804411
10500 BLOCK LE CONTE AV  |  1/10/2017 @ 12:30 PM

Sign up to receive Crime Alerts at www.crimemapping.com. In the upper right corner click “Receive Alerts” and complete the fields and parameters. You will receive notification alerts when crimes are reported.

E-Policing: http://www.lapdonline.org/e_policing
Nixle: www.nixle.com Send text to 888777 and type WESTLA8A29 in message.
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311

Christopher Ragsdale, Senior Lead Officer
West Los Angeles Community Police Station
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 26690@lapd.lacity.org
Website: www.lapdonline.org

7.  HWPOA MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

Next week, HWPOA will be sending out renewal notices to our members who are on our January billing cycle.  If you normally receive your renewal notice in January and would like to pay your dues online, you may do so here:

https://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

Thank you in advance for your continued membership to HWPOA!

8.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

9.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING GUEST HOUSE RENTAL

I am looking for a guest house rental in the Holmby Westwood area for my 86 year old mother.  Please contact 310-500-9229.  Thank you.

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SEEKING A GOOD GARDENER

I am looking for a good gardener who is willing to work twice a week.  Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated.

Nancy
310-422-6902
nancymilner1948@gmail.com

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GROUP FOR PEOPLE WITH A CHRONIC LUNG CONDITION

I host a meeting every other month for people with chronic lung conditions other than TB or cancer. It’s a very informal support and information group, free of charge, that has been ongoing for about 15 years.

We are affiliated with a national non-profit organization, NTM Info & Research (NTMir), formed on behalf of patients with pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) disease for the purpose of patient support, medical education, and research. The organization comprises patients, physicians and other medical practitioners, and researchers.

Our group is open to all and the next meeting will be on Monday, January 23, at 1:15 p.m. at my house, 641 Warner Avenue, in Westwood.

In addition, on February 14, we have a special opportunity to hear Dr. Ed Chan, Professor of Medicine-Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, during his visit to Southern California. This meeting will also take place at my house at 1:15.

Please feel free to contact me for more information. I look forward to speaking with you and meeting you!

Andrea Smith, ablsmith@dock.net

10.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
January 6, 2017

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

Happy New Year!

1.  HWPOA Board Meeting
2.  Christmas Tree Recycling
3.  Rain in the Forecast – Turn Off Your Sprinklers
4.  Dog Waste Bags – Please Respect Your Neighbors
5.  LAPD Crime Report
6.  Westwood Library – January Happenings
7.  Greater L.A. Homeless Count – Volunteers Needed
8.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
9.  Resident Ads
10.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING

On Tuesday, January 10 at 8:00 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting at Belmont Village, 10475 Wilshire Blvd.  Please click here to see the agenda.

Members of the community are welcome to attend, though space is limited. Please let us know if you plan to attend.  Email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com

2.  CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

Dear Friends,

Wondering what you should do with your Christmas tree after the holiday? Don’t just throw it out, recycle it. LA Sanitation has CURBSIDE collection for Christmas trees.

Dried-out trees are a dangerous fire hazard and should not be left in the home or placed outside. For curbside collection, if you live in a single-family home, remove all decorations, tinsel, and stands. Cut the tree in half and place it in your LA City Sanitation green clippings container. If you live in a multifamily building, please place your tree curbside on regular collection days.

Trees will be recycled and turned into compost and mulch.

To drop off your tree at a fire station through mid-January, visit:

FIRE STATION #71
107 S. Beverly Glen Boulevard, 90024 – Holmby Hills/Bel-Air
(310) 575-8571

Also, you can go to one of two mulching facilities, weekdays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:

• Lopez Canyon Environmental and Education Center
• Harbor District Yard

For more information about the City of Los Angeles 2016 Christmas Tree Recycling Program, please visit LA Sanitation’s website or call 1-800-773-2489. Thank you for helping to keep our neighborhoods clean and safe.

Sincerely,
PAUL KORETZ
Councilmember, 5th District

3.  RAIN IN THE FORECAST – TURN OFF YOUR SPRINKLERS

This is a reminder for residents to turn off their sprinklers and outdoor irrigation temporarily while it is raining and while the ground remains wet. Although we are still in a drought and rain is still less than normal, we are currently expecting rain several times during next two weeks. Over-watering during periods of rain risks damage to lawns and plantings. Take advantage of the current rainfall to save on your water bill and turn off the sprinklers for the next few weeks.

For more information, please click here:
LADWP News – Rain in the Forecast

4.  DOG WASTE BAGS – PLEASE RESPECT YOUR NEIGHBORS

This is a courtesy reminder to everyone who walk their dogs in the neighborhood…

Many people are doing a great job of cleaning up their pet’s waste but PLEASE DO NOT throw your pet’s waste bag away in a neighbor’s trash bin that is empty out on the street waiting to be taken in.  Others do not appreciate the smell of your pet’s waste in their trash bins.

One homeowner recently had to empty the rain water out of her bin and then deal with an untied bag of waste.  While we all appreciate everyone who cleans up after their dogs, we ask that you please throw away the waste bags in your own trash bins.

Thank you.  Let’s keep this neighborhood great!

5.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 160820498
COMSTOCK & BEVERLY GLEN BL  |  12/27/2016 @ 9:30 AM

THEFT – PETTY (plain theft-petty) ($950 & under)
Incident #: 160820424
800 BLOCK WARNER AV  |  12/21/2016 @ 12:17 PM

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 160820217
800 BLOCK GLENMONT AV  |  12/20/2016 @ 6:30 PM

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 160820059
10700 BLOCK LINDBROOK DR  |  12/17/2016 @ 7:55 AM

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – GRAND ($950.01 & over)
Incident #: 160820082
10400 BLOCK BAINBRIDGE AV  |  12/16/2016 @ 10:00 PM

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 160820199
100 BLOCK S MAPLETON DR  |  12/15/2016 @ 3:00 PM

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – PETTY ($950 & under)
Incident #: 160820054
900 BLOCK MALCOLM AV  |  12/13/2016 @ 5:00 PM

6.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY – JANUARY HAPPENINGS

The Westwood Branch Library has a busy month of events and activities for adults, teens and children.  A few of the events include Meditation, Shakespeare programming, Opera Talk, Teen Acting classes, childrens’ storytime and lego building classes.

For a complete list of upcoming events, please click here:
https://www.lapl.org/branches/westwood

7.  GREATER L.A. HOMELESS COUNT – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

All across Los Angeles every January, we embark on a three-day mission to count our homeless neighbors.  The Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count enables us to gather important data that is key for us to bring about an end to homelessness in Los Angeles.

The West L.A. Homeless Count will take place on Wednesday, January 25.  If you would like to volunteer, please click here:

2017 Greater L.A. Homeless Count

8.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

9.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING A BRIDGE TEACHER

Can anyone recommend a good teacher for a beginning-intermediate social bridge player who wants to learn to play duplicate bridge?  Thank you.

Marion Solomon
310-475-8300
drmarionsolomon@gmail.com

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GROUP FOR PEOPLE WITH A CHRONIC LUNG CONDITION

I host a meeting every other month for people with chronic lung conditions other than TB or cancer. It’s a very informal support and information group, free of charge, that has been ongoing for about 15 years.

We are affiliated with a national non-profit organization, NTM Info & Research (NTMir), formed on behalf of patients with pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) disease for the purpose of patient support, medical education, and research. The organization comprises patients, physicians and other medical practitioners, and researchers.

Our group is open to all and the next meeting will be on Monday, January 23, at 1:15 p.m. at my house, 641 Warner Avenue, in Westwood.

In addition, on February 14, we have a special opportunity to hear Dr. Ed Chan, Professor of Medicine-Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, during his visit to Southern California. This meeting will also take place at my house at 1:15.

Dr. Chan was born in Rangoon, Burma, and emigrated with his family to the U.S. in 1967. He grew up in Colorado and received his medical degree from Columbia University followed by an internship and residency at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City and a fellowship in pulmonary disease and critical care medicine at University of Colorado Hospital. He was active duty in the United States Air Force Medical Corp for four years and presently is a pulmonologist at the Denver Veterans Affairs Medical Center, National Jewish Health, and University Hospital of the University of Colorado, Denver. His clinical and research interests are in tuberculosis and NTM lung disease and he has authored and co-authored numerous articles about mycobacterial lung disease.

Please feel free to contact me for more information. I look forward to speaking with you and meeting you!

Andrea Smith, ablsmith@dock.net

10.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
December 23, 2016

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Holiday Trash Collection and Tree Recycling
2.  Generator Warning – Carbon Monoxide
3.  Happy Holidays from HWPOA
4.  Plaza La Reina – Friends & Family Discount
5.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
6.  Resident Ads
7.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HOLIDAY TRASH COLLECTION AND TREE RECYCLING

From the City of L.A. Sanitation:

Holiday Collection
The City of Los Angeles will recognize December 26th & January 2nd as holidays. Therefore we will postpone collection services by one calendar day. Due to the one day postponement, the collection of containers will resume as follows: the holidays are observed on Monday’s, so Monday collection will occur on Tuesday, Tuesday collection will occur on Wednesday, and so on and so forth. Friday collection will occur on Saturday for those two holiday weeks only.

Christmas Tree Recycling
LA Sanitation has curbside collection for Christmas trees. If your Christmas tree is too big to cut and place inside the green waste bin, simply place the tree next to your green waste bin on collection day. Drop-off locations are available as well.

Recycle your Christmas tree in the green bin:

1. REMOVE all ornaments, decorations, tinsels and stand from the tree.
2. CUT the tree pieces before putting them inside the green bin for regular pick-up on collection day.
3. PLACE the tree pieces inside the green bin.

Collected Christmas trees will be recycled into compost and mulch that is available to residents for free.

Recycling of holiday items

• Holiday wrapping paper, cards, cartons and cardboard boxes can all go in the recycling bin.
• Styrofoam® and other expanded polystyrene products, plastics and gift boxes are also recyclable and should be placed in the blue bin.
• Bows, ribbons, and tinsel cannot be recycled.
• Wreaths and garland can be placed in the green bin after you’ve removed the decorations.
• If you’ve received new electronics for the holidays, the old ones can be dropped off at a SAFE Center for recycling.  It is illegal to place household hazardous waste, such as electronics (i.e. televisions and computers) and batteries into the collection bins. Please take those items to one of seven S.A.F.E. Centers for safe disposal and recycling.

2.  GENERATOR WARNING – CARBON MONOXIDE

A homeowner who used his back-up generator during the recent power outage has the following warning:

The longer a back-up generator works, the more carbon monoxide may build up in the house, as evidenced by our detectors sounding.  If you have a generator, please be sure to install carbon monoxide detectors throughout your home.

3.  HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM HWPOA

The Holmby Westwood Board of Directors would like to wish everyone a happy holiday season!  Thank you for your support of HWPOA!

4.  PLAZA LA REINA – FRIENDS & FAMILY DISCOUNT

Plaza La Reina is a 44-unit luxury property for corporate and leisure guests, located in the heart of Westwood.  They have offered a special “friends and family” introductory rate for members of HWPOA – $300 per night.  Just mention “Holmby” when making your reservation.

5.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

6.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING GENERATOR RECOMMENDATIONS

Since power outages seem to be happening with more frequency, I am looking for a good generator for our home.  If you can suggest a type of generator to purchase, please let me know.

Thanks,
Justin
coit.justin@gmail.com

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SEEKING PAINTER

We are looking for an inside and outside painter with knowledge, experience, integrity and quality workmanship (hopefully this is not too much to ask in the 21st century).

Many thanks for your recommendations.

Marshal at 424 273 1024

7.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
December 16, 2016

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Sidewalk Repair Program
2.  Westwood Horizons – #SaveOurSeniors
3.  Egg Throwing Incident
4.  Christmas Tree Safety
5.  West L.A. Little League – Register Now
6.  Holiday Show at Westwood Library
7.  Spark of Love Toy Drive
8.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
9.  Resident Ads
10.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM

The City of Los Angeles has committed to invest $1.4 billion over 30 years to fix sidewalks around the city and make them accessible to everyone. The program, called “Safe Sidewalks LA,” offers residents three ways to request sidewalk repairs.

Of particular interest might be the new rebate program, which is a limited-time rebate program for owners who want to expedite repairs by doing it themselves. The rebate amount will be based on the work required to make the sidewalk ADA compliant. The maximum rebate amount is limited to $2,000 per lot for residential properties, and $4,000 per lot for commercial and industrial properties.

For more info:
http://www.sidewalks.lacity.org/which-program-right-me

2.  WESTWOOD HORIZONS – # SAVE OUR SENIORS

Dear Friends,

For those of you who haven’t been following the situation at the former Westwood Horizons, let me briefly explain what’s been happening. Last week, the roughly 150 or so residents who live in the building, some for decades, were all served with eviction notices.

Some of these people are holocaust survivors, some are World War II veterans, and all are 70 years old to over 100 years old!

I am outraged and disgusted by this entire situation, and since learning of the eviction notices on December 2nd, I have been working to do everything I can to stop the process.

This week, I launched a PRESSURE CAMPAIGN.

Thanks to our local media coverage, I have heard from neighbors, friends, family members of these residents, and people all over the city who share my outrage and they’re asking what they can do to help.

Here’s what you can do. Go to my “NoToWatermark” page on Facebook. There, you will find the names of each of the executives behind this nasty decision as well as phone numbers, email addresses, and mailing addresses.

I’ve posted important letters. During this process, I will continue using this page to update you on my continued fight!

Let’s pressure these faceless, heartless wheeler-dealers by calling, emailing, and mailing to express your outrage and demand they STOP the evictions! Enough is Enough! Demand they do the right thing and come up with a plan which doesn’t involve heartless evictions of our seniors!

Please check it out and tell others about this campaign to #SaveOurSeniors and say #ShameOnWatermark.

Facebook campaign: @No To Watermark

Thanks for your continued support.

Sincerely,
Paul Koretz

3.  EGG THROWING INCIDENT

A resident on Selby reported that earlier this week, eggs were thrown at his car overnight.  The car was parked on the street and the “egging” was discovered the following morning.

4.  CHRISTMAS TREE SAFETY

How can you tell if a Christmas Tree is fresh?

• A fresh tree is green.
• Fresh needles are hard to pull from branches.
• When bent between your fingers, fresh needles do not break.
• The trunk butt of a fresh tree is sticky with resin.
• When the trunk of a tree is bounced on the ground, a shower of falling needles shows that tree is too dry.

How to Keep your Christmas tree fire safe:

• Place tree away from fireplaces, radiators and other heat sources. Heated rooms dry trees out rapidly, creating fire hazards.
• Cut off about two inches of the trunk to expose fresh wood for better water absorption. Trim away branches as necessary to set tree trunk in the base of a sturdy, water-holding stand with wide spread feet.
• Keep the stand filled with water while the tree is indoors.
• Always unplug your Christmas Tree Lights when you leave the house, or before you go to bed.

Do you have pets in the house? or kids who love to rough house indoors? Secure that tree to keep it from tipping over!

• Place the tree out of the way of traffic and do not block doorways.
• Use thin guy-wires to secure a large tree to walls or ceiling. These wires are almost invisible.

5.  WEST L.A. LITTLE LEAGUE – REGISTER NOW

West LA Little League – 2017 Season Registration Open Now!

Visit www.wlall.org to register and learn more. Positive coaching environment, divisions based on skill and age. Best fields in West Los Angeles since 1951 – fields located at Sepulveda and Ohio.

Boys and girls ages 4-12: T-Ball, Coach Pitch, Machine Pitch, Baseball, Softball

GIRLS SOFTBALL

• Rookies (coach pitch) – ages 6-8
• Minors (coach & player pitch) – ages 8-10
• Majors – ages 10-12
• Juniors – ages 12-14

T-BALL/COACH PITCH/MACHINE PITCH

• T-Ball (coed) – ages 4-5 (2 sessions: February–March and April–June)
• Coach Pitch – ages 6-7 (2 sessions: February–March and April–June)
• Machine Pitch – ages 7-9 (February–May)

BASEBALL

• Minors (AA, AAA) – ages 8-11 (February-May)
• Majors – ages 11-12 (February-May)

6.  HOLIDAY SHOW AT WESTWOOD LIBRARY

Join us this Saturday, December 17th, at 2:00 p.m., for Theatre Forty’s Holiday Show. Members of the local acting troupe will read some warm and funny seasonal stories.

Parking is validated, no registration required.

7.  SPARK OF LOVE TOY DRIVE

ABC7 and Southern California Firefighters are celebrating the “Spark of Love Toy Drive.” With love and support of donors and sponsors, kids across Southern California receive a new toy each holiday season.

• Drop off a new, unwrapped toy or sports equipment at any local fire station.  Firefighters will collect the gifts and distribute them to underserved children in our local communities..
• To make a secure donation online, please click here.

8.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

9.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING CONCRETE VENDOR FOR SIDEWALK REPAIR

Do you have a concrete vendor who has done concrete sidewalk/driveway apron work that you are satisfied with?

If so, please send your suggestions to hwpoa@aol.com.  Your suggestions will be forwarded to a homeowner in the neighborhood.

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SEEKING CARPET CLEANER

We would appreciate a recommendation for a good carpet cleaning service.  Thanks.

Jerry Mehlman
gjmehlman@yahoo.com
310-475=5317

10.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
December 9, 2016

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  LAPD & LASD CRIME REPORT
2.  Notice of Helicopters at UCLA – Sat., 12/10
3.  Parking Permits For Sale
4.  West L.A. Little League – Register Now
5.  Prevent Package Theft
6.  Movie Premieres – Street Closures
7.  Giving Opportunities
8.  Brentwood Glen Holiday Boutique
9.  YogaWorks Friends & Family Discount
10.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
11.  Resident Ads
12.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  LAPD & LASD CRIME REPORT

From the LAPD:

Motor Vehicle Theft
Incident #: 160819403
800 BLOCK COMSTOCK AV  |  12/2/2016 @ 11:00 PM

Vehicle Break-In / Theft
Incident #: 160819527
400 BLOCK LORING AV  |  12/2/2016 @ 10:30 PM

From the LASD:

If You See Something, Say Something.  We continue to urge the public to remain vigilant and to report activity they consider to be suspicious to the FBI, or by dialing 911.

In addition, the Los Angeles Police Department can be reached as follows:

• Toll free at 1-800-A-THREAT (1-800-284-7328)
• the iWatch app and website at http://www.lapdonline.org/iwatchla.

LA Crime Stoppers is another available option.  Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your local sheriff’s station or if you wish to remain Anonymous, call LA Crime Stoppers by dialing 800-222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” mobile app for FREE or “P3 Mobile” for the hearing impaired, or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

2.  NOTICE OF HELICOPTERS AT UCLA – SAT., 12/10

Dear Neighbors and Friends,

I am writing to inform you of some activity taking place on campus this coming weekend. On Saturday, December 10, there will be filming of a commercial involving a helicopter hovering over Royce Quad. The helicopter will be flying at least 1,000 feet AGL (Above Ground Level) from 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., but the time frame may be shortened.

We received confirmation that they do not require FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) approval at that level. However, UCLA is working with UCFD and the Ronald Reagan Medical Center to ensure proper notifications and clearances are in place.

Should you have any questions, please contact me at 310-794-6830. We appreciate your understanding.

Sincerely,

Marco Perez
Community & Local Government Relations
UCLA External Affairs
(310) 794-6830 Office
www.advocacy.ucla.edu

3.  PARKING PERMITS FOR SALE

It has come to our attention that students are looking for parking spaces in Holmby Westwood and are seeking HW residents who are willing to provide such parking in our Preferential Parking Districts (11 and 35).

Every homeowner who buys parking permits from the City of LA has received written information that these permits are intended for visiting a resident only.  Usage for purposes other than visiting a resident is prohibited and subject to citation as well as having your preferential parking privileges revoked.

We are asking you to please refrain from using your permits in any way that would cause them to be revoked.

Thank you for your understanding!

4.  WEST L.A. LITTLE LEAGUE – REGISTER NOW

West LA Little League – 2017 Season Registration Open Now!

Visit www.wlall.org to register and learn more. Positive coaching environment, divisions based on skill and age. Best fields in West Los Angeles since 1951 – fields located at Sepulveda and Ohio.

Boys and girls ages 4-12: T-Ball, Coach Pitch, Machine Pitch, Baseball, Softball

T-BALL/COACH PITCH/MACHINE PITCH

• T-Ball (coed) – ages 4-5 (2 sessions: February–March and April–June)
• Coach Pitch – ages 6-7 (2 sessions: February–March and April–June)
• Machine Pitch – ages 7-9 (February–May)

BASEBALL

• Minors (AA, AAA) – ages 8-11 (February-May)
• Majors – ages 11-12 (February-May)

5.  PREVENT PACKAGE THEFT

The days of having your packages delivered to your door stop are over.  Of course, if you choose to, you can continue to take the chance of porch deliveries because of the understandable convenience.  But if you value your delivery, then you must make the appropriate changes and take new measures to ensure you that you actually receive it.

There are roving teams of people who follow delivery trucks and scoop up the deliveries. They do this every day, all day long, particularly during the holidays, and typically during the day when most people are at work.  They’ll take anything that’s not nailed down.  They’ll teach their kids to go get the packages. And when it’s not an organized effort, it’s simply a crime of opportunity.  It’s sitting right there, within plain sight.  And equally important, be aware of the message that a package sitting at your door sends out: there’s a package/packages on the front door stop and so likely NO ONE IS HOME.   It’s such an easy crime to master, with little risk of getting caught and typically a very minor penalty.

So have a plan:

• Require someone to sign for the package and if no one is home to sign for it, it will be automatically held for you at the shipper’s facility until you can get there.
• Have your packages delivered to your work place, or delivered to a neighbor who is willing and able and always home. Or have it delivered to a retired relative.
• Have it tracked.
• You can have it delivered to the local store branch closest to you and then pick it up at your convenience.
• Request a specific delivery date and time from the shipper when you know you will be home.
• Provide delivery instructions to the shipper so that the packages can be placed in a safe location at your home that is out of sight from the street.
• Sign up for delivery alerts (emails or texts) and then if need be, have a trustworthy neighbor walk over and pick it up until you get home.

Amazon.com offers ‘Amazon Lockers’ which delivers your package to a secure site at a local convenience store, like a 7-11.  Brentwood has Amazon Lockers at the 7-11 at 11656 Wilshire as well as on the UCLA campus.  To find the Amazon Locker closest to you, go the Amazon.com website and search ‘locker locations’.

6.  MOVIE PREMIERES – STREET CLOSURES

SONY Studios will be holding the Premiere of “Passengers”, at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961Broxton with estimated street closure ending at 10:00 PM.

FOX Studios will be holding the Premiere of “Why Him?” at 7:30 PM on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at the Bruin Theater, located at 948 Broxton with estimated street closure ending at 10:00 PM.

If have any questions or concerns regarding the either of these events, feel free to contact Michelle Dennis at 310-848-1137.

7.  GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

There are many ways to give back to your community this holiday season.  Here are a few suggestions:

Spark of Love Toy Drive – ABC7 and Southern California Firefighters are celebrating the “Spark of Love Toy Drive.” With love and support of donors and sponsors, kids across Southern California receive a new toy each holiday season.

• Drop off a new, unwrapped toy or sports equipment at any local fire station.  Firefighters will collect the gifts and distribute them to underserved children in our local communities..
• To make a secure donation online, please click here.

The Giving Spirit – The Giving Spirit provides aid to these vulnerable and fragile lives by assembling and personally distributing survival kits to the children, women and families living on the streets of Los Angeles. These kits contain over 70 individual items providing sustenance to the homeless in their time of need.

Please join us to be a part of The Giving Spirit’s Winter Out Reach 2016 event! There are various shifts available from December 8 through December 11. All shifts commence at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 12000 San Vicente Blvd, LA 90049.

For more information and to sign up, please click here:
The Giving Spirit Winter Outreach

8.  BRENTWOOD GLEN HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE

Don’t forget to mark your calendar, December 10th from 1 – 4:30pm for the 2nd annual Brentwood Glen Holiday Boutique and Children’s Farmers Market!  There will be a barista and lots of fun things to shop for.

9.  YOGAWORKS FRIENDS & FAMILY DISCOUNT

YogaWorks is excited to share an exclusive offer with HWPOA for 20% off retail, regional memberships, and class packages through December 31st! Use promo code CELEBRATE on yogaworks.com, or present this email at a YogaWorks studio. Nearest studios are in Westwood and Brentwood. Check website for more locations (certain conditions apply and can’t be used with other offers).

10.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

11.  RESIDENT ADS

CAREGIVER AVAILABLE

Flor is a wonderful caregiver who is looking for a live-in or live-out position.  She worked for her last position for 11 years.  She speaks English, drives her own car and is honest.  Contact Flor at (818) 299-2512.

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MALIBU HOME FOR RENT – NEW YEARS WEEKEND

Celebrate New Years Eve in Malibu. Beautiful home for rent by the day or week. Completely renovated, all new furniture etc. Sleeps eight comfortably. Fabulous ocean view from all of the coast. Private beach access.

Contact Barbara 310-474-7484 or email barlevitt@gmail.com

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SEEKING CONCRETE VENDOR FOR SIDEWALK REPAIR

Do you have a concrete vendor who has done concrete sidewalk/driveway apron work that you are satisfied with?

If so, please send your suggestions to hwpoa@aol.com.  Your suggestions will be forwarded to a homeowner in the neighborhood.

12.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
December 2, 2016

 

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  New City Sidewalk Repair Program
2.  Break-In on Hilgard
3.  Avoid Package Theft
4.  HWPOA Dues Reminder
5.  Westwood Library – Concert, Book Sale and More
6.  Overdevelopment in L.A. – Town Hall Event
7.  Giving Opportunities
8.  Movie Premieres – Street Closures
9.  West L.A. Little League – Register Now
10.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
11.  Resident Ads
12.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  NEW CITY SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM

The City recently approved a new sidewalk repair program.  Here is a link to the story in the LA Times:

http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-sidewalk-20161130-story.html

Through a cost-sharing initiative, this phase of Safe Sidewalks LA will also offer a limited number of rebates to property owners who are willing to fix their own sidewalks.

Specifically, Safe Sidewalks LA includes:

• Rebate Program: A limited-time rebate for eligible property owners willing to pay for their own sidewalk repairs and get them fixed in an accelerated time. Owners can receive up to $2,000 for a residential lot or $4,000 for a commercial lot. The rebate program will be available for three years.
• Access Request Program: Gives priority repair requests to people with a mobility disability who encounter physical barriers due to broken sidewalks, missing curb ramps or other barriers in the public right of way.
• The program also gives community members the ability to report a sidewalk in need of repair.

To submit a sidewalk repair request, go to www.sidewalks.lacity.org or call 3-1-1.

2.  BREAK-IN ON HILGARD

A homeowner reported that there was in break-in on the 300 block of Hilgard last night at 11 PM.  The homeowner’s alarm went off after the suspects broke a French door pane and entered but they left when the alarm sounded. No one was hurt and nothing was taken. LAPD and UCLA police arrived on the scene.

3.  AVOID PACKAGE THEFT

Unattended parcels on your doorstep are easy pickings this time of year for roaming thieves, according to police.  These thefts commonly occur during normal working hours, since many people are not at home. This is a crime that occurs in virtually every community in our country.

To avoid becoming a victim of package theft:

1. If your employer will allow it, have packages delivered to your office.

2. Request that the shipper hold your package at its pick-up facility so you can pick it up in person at your convenience.

3. Have packages delivered to a place where they can be received in person, such as the home of a trusted neighbor, who stays home during the day, or a retired relative.

4. If purchasing something from a large retailer, request your package be delivered to a local branch of the store so you can pick it up in person.

5. Request a specific delivery date and time from the shipper when you know you will be home.

6. Provide delivery instructions to the shipper so that packages can be left at a safe location at your home that is out of sight from the street.

7. Sign up for delivery alerts (text messages or e-mails) from the shipper, then call a trusted neighbor when the packages are delivered, and ask them to take the packages inside for safekeeping until you get home.

8. Request that the shipper require a signature confirmation upon delivery. This will prevent your package from being left at an unattended home.

4.  HWPOA DUES REMINDER

Thank you to everyone who has paid their 2016 annual dues to HWPOA. We depend on you so that the Officers and Board of Directors can carry out their role of maintaining the residential environment that makes us one of the most sought after communities in LA.

If you have not paid your 2016 membership dues, please send in your dues as as soon as possible so that we may continue the work that we do to maintain our high property values and serve the community.

You may pay online or by mailing a check:

To pay online:
https://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

To pay with a check, please mail to:
HWPOA
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049

If you are unsure when you last paid your dues, please email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com.

We look forward to serving this great neighborhood as we have for the past 50 plus years.  Your membership dues help in many ways to accomplish our work!

Many thanks,
Your Board of Directors
Holmby-Westwood Property Owners Association

5.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY – CONCERT, BOOK SALE AND MORE

December is a busy month at the Westwood Library.  For a complete list of events and activities, please CLICK HERE.  A few of the highlights include:

Used Book Sale – Saturday, December 3rd, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Final book sale of the year!  Come and purchase some wonderful books for family and friends!  We have a great collection of Coffee Table books, Children Books and DVD’s.  We’ll also be selling bookplates to add to the collection of our Library books. A great way to increase your personal library while raising money for your public library.

Concert – Fiato String Quartet – Sunday, December 4 at 2:30 PM.  Don’t miss the fourth and last concert in the 2016 Season of our popular Concert Series @ Westwood Library, featuring the Fiato String Quartet, Westwood Library’s Quartet in Residence.  The Fiato String Quartet will be joined by Claire Brazeau, principal oboe of the LA Chamber Orchestra, to present a fascinating program:

• Edwards – Two Pieces for Solo Oboe
• Haydn – Quartet no. 53 in D major, Op. 64, no. 5 (“The Lark”)
• Mozart – Quintet in C minor, K. 406 (for oboe and string quartet, arr. Lucarelli)
• Selection of Holiday Tunes

All concerts are FREE, with free parking at the library. Garage and library doors open at 2 p.m. Concerts last approximately one hour, with no intermission. After the concert, meet the musicians and enjoy a complimentary reception hosted by Fresh Corn Grill, Diddy Riese, and the Friends of Westwood Library.

Download the flyer at: http://www.lamusicalsalon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/LibraryConcert_December-e-r.pdf

6.  OVERDEVELOPMENT IN L.A. – TOWN HALL EVENT

On Saturday,  December 3 at 11:00 am at Stoner Recreation Center there will be a Westside Town Hall on over-development, traffic gridlock, and harm to our neighborhood character  – hosted by the Coalition to Preserve LA, Westsiders Opposed to Overdevelopment, the Playa Del Rey Guardians Society, and the Progressive Resource Center.

They will discuss City Hall’s controversial handling of the Martin Expo Town Center and Casden West L.A. mega-projects and other planning and land-use battles on the Westside.

7.  GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

There are many ways to give back to your community this holiday season.  Here are a few suggestions:

Spark of Love Toy Drive – ABC7 and Southern California Firefighters are celebrating the “Spark of Love Toy Drive.” With love and support of donors and sponsors, kids across Southern California receive a new toy each holiday season.

• Drop off a new, unwrapped toy or sports equipment at any local fire station.  Firefighters will collect the gifts and distribute them to underserved children in our local communities..
• To make a secure donation online, please click here.

The Giving Spirit – The Giving Spirit provides aid to these vulnerable and fragile lives by assembling and personally distributing survival kits to the children, women and families living on the streets of Los Angeles. These kits contain over 70 individual items providing sustenance to the homeless in their time of need.

Please join us to be a part of The Giving Spirit’s Winter Out Reach 2016 event! There are various shifts available from December 8 through December 11. All shifts commence at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 12000 San Vicente Blvd, LA 90049.

For more information and to sign up, please click here:
The Giving Spirit Winter Outreach

8.  MOVIE PREMIERES – STREET CLOSURES

Lionsgate will be holding the Premiere of “La La Land”, at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton with estimated street closure ending at 10:00 PM.  If you have any questions regarding this event, feel free to contact Michelle Dennis at 310-848-1137.

Samantha Sackler Productions is planning the premiere of “Office Christmas Party” to be held at the Regency Village Theatre, located at 961 Broxton Ave, at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, December 7th, 2016.  If have any questions or concerns regarding the Allied premiere, please feel free to contact Erica Jean Pacheco or Marguerite Pellegrin of Entertainment Lighting at 818-252-7481.

9.  WEST L.A. LITTLE LEAGUE – REGISTER NOW

West LA Little League – 2017 Season Registration Open Now!

Visit www.wlall.org to register and learn more. Positive coaching environment, divisions based on skill and age. Best fields in West Los Angeles since 1951 – fields located at Sepulveda and Ohio.

Boys and girls ages 4-12: T-Ball, Coach Pitch, Machine Pitch, Baseball, Softball

T-BALL/COACH PITCH/MACHINE PITCH

• T-Ball (coed) – ages 4-5 (2 sessions: February–March and April–June)
• Coach Pitch – ages 6-7 (2 sessions: February–March and April–June)
• Machine Pitch – ages 7-9 (February–May)

BASEBALL

• Minors (AA, AAA) – ages 8-11 (February-May)
• Majors – ages 11-12 (February-May)

10.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

11.  RESIDENT ADS

HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE

My wonderful housekeeper, Maleni Lopez, is looking for part-time work on Tuesdays, and/or half day Saturdays.  I do not need anyone five days a week and that’s why she has these extra days.

I cannot recommend her highly enough. She can do anything you ask – cook, clean, shop, and do laundry.

Please contact her directly on 310-808-4142.  Also please contact me if you need more information  jsimchowitz@gmail.com

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SEEKING HANDYMAN

I am looking for a qualified handyman/painter to repair small gutters. Please call Marie at (310) 600-4726.

12.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org