HOLMBY NEWS
November 26, 2014

 

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

1.  Thanksgiving Travel Safety Tips
2.  Cow Sculpture Stolen on Loring
3.  Upcoming Community Events
4.  Happy Thanksgiving from HWPOA
5.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  THANKSGIVING TRAVEL SAFETY TIPS

From the California Highway Patrol:

Thanksgiving is a Maximum Enforcement Period for the CHP. The Thanksgiving holiday reporting period begins Wednesday, November 26, at 6 p.m. and runs through Sunday, November 30, at 11:59 p.m. The Thanksgiving MEP also coincides with NHTSA’s annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign.

For some tips to help you arrive safely to your destination, please click here: https://local.nixle.com/alert/5308008/?sub_id=2198150

From all of us at the California Highway Patrol, Happy Thanksgiving and safe traveling.

2.  COW SCULPTURE STOLEN ON LORING

We live on the 500 block of Loring Avenue and Friday morning, November 21st our beloved COW on our front lawn was stolen. We have the cow tied to a tree on a chain and someone cut the chain with bolt cutters. This has been a fixture on Loring for 15 years and Warner kids take pictures with the cow and so many children are upset about this cow. This was well planned because of the bolt cutters and the size of the cow requires more than one person and also requires a truck, it’s life size!

If anyone has any leads please contact us.

Gina and Stephen Reid
gina2boys@verizon.net

3.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Westside Winter Shelter Donation Drive – The Westside Winter Shelter Program offers hundreds of homeless people on the Westside a warm bed. The Shelter will be open from December 1, 2014 – March 1, 2015 and we need your help to ensure the program has the supplies it needs to operate.  For details of how to help, please click here: WinterShelterDonations2014

Spark of Love Toy Drive – The Los Angeles Fire Department Holiday Toy Program for Needy Children collects new unwrapped toys or sporting goods and distributes to identified recipients prior to December 25.  Donations may be dropped off at your local Fire Station in Southern California during the holiday season. For more information, please click here: https://www.calfund.org/sparkoflove

Quartet in Residence @ Westwood Library – The last concert of the year for the popular Quartet in Residence series at the Westwood Library will be held on December 7.  For a quick peek at the last concert, please click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84oB6KmBOb8

4.  HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM HWPOA

The Board of Directors of HWPOA would like to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving!

5.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
November 20, 2014

 

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

1.  UCLA Bonfire and Rally – TONIGHT!
2.  House Fire on Lindbrook
3.  LAPD Security Tips
4.  Westside Winter Shelter Donation Drive
5.  Quartet in Residence @ Westwood Library
6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  UCLA BONFIRE AND RALLY – TONIGHT!

Dear UCLA Neighbor:

As we approach the end of the UCLA Football season, we are excited to inform you about this year’s Beat ‘SC Bonfire and Rally. This annual tradition will take place on Thursday, November 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Wilson Plaza. Please join students, alumni, faculty, and friends in this Bruin tradition as we get ready to take on our crosstown rival.

We are looking forward to the energy that will surround the campus. In consideration of our neighbors, we are taking the necessary steps to prevent any disturbances.

Below are details for the Bonfire and Rally:

BEAT ‘SC BONFIRE and RALLY:

Date: Thursday, November 20, 2014

5:30 p.m. Get the Red Out T-shirt exchange

6:00 p.m. Rally begins: Will include student performances

6:30 p.m. Spirit portion begins:
UCLA Women’s Tennis National Champions tribute
UCLA Spirit Squad and UCLA Band
Coach Mora and the UCLA Football Team

7:00 p.m. The Bonfire will be lit

Location: Wilson Plaza

Details: Approximately 5,000 students, faculty, and alumni will gather at Wilson Plaza. The event will include performances by student groups and speeches by the football team and Coach Jim Mora. There will be amplified sound between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Noise and light levels have been taken into consideration, and staff does not anticipate any visual or sound spill into the surrounding neighborhoods.

Parking & Directions: Wilson Plaza can be found at the bottom of Janss Steps in between the Glorya Kaufman building and the Student Activities Center. Parking is $12 cash or pay-by-space, with credit card, in Lot 4.

We invite you to come onto campus to show support for the UCLA community. Should you have any questions, please contact Marco Perez at 310-794-6830 or at mperez@support.ucla.edu. For more event information please visit: http://alumni.ucla.edu/events/beat-sc/2014/

We appreciate your support and hope to see you at the event!

Sincerely,
UCLA Community and Local Government Relations

2.  HOUSE FIRE ON LINDBROOK

On November 14 in the late morning, there was a house fire on the 10400 block of Lindbrook Dr.  Approximately 80 firefighters worked to put out the fire, which is believed to have started in the attic.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.

3.  LAPD SECURITY TIPS

The Los Angeles Police Department recommends the following tips to help secure your home and harden the target.

• ALARMS: Ensure that security alarms are in good working order and set when not at home whether leaving for 10 minutes or 10 hours.
• ALARM RESPONSE: Consider a private patrol alarm response to enhance your current alarm and security system. In many cases private patrols are already contracted in many neighborhoods or associations.
• SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS: Web based surveillance camera systems will allow homeowners to view and monitor activity from any smartphone or computer which are motion sensor activated and will alert your device when there is activity. They also lend valuable information and clues to the investigation.
• MOTION SENSOR LIGHTING: Install motion sensor lighting around your home to illuminate normally dark areas around the home. This will also alert residents to outside activity around the home when motion lights are activated.
• GATES: Ensure that all gates and access points to the side or rear of the residence are locked and secured.
• DOOR AND WINDOW LOCKS: Ensure that all doors and windows are locked and secured with sturdy secured locks and that there are second locking mechanisms securing all doors and windows as a second line of defense.
• MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU’RE HOME…Even when you’re not.
• NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: Monitor suspicious activities in your neighborhood and alert your neighbors. Should the activity escalate to a crime about to occur, crime in progress or crime that just occurred, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY!
• SECURITY PATROLS: Consider after hours on site security at construction sites or major remodel projects. Many neighborhoods contract with private security patrols which monitor neighborhoods and can quickly respond to burglar alarm activations or reports of suspicious activity when they occur.

4.  WESTSIDE WINTER SHELTER DONATION DRIVE

The Westside Winter Shelter Program offers hundreds of homeless people on the Westside a warm bed. The Shelter will be open from December 1, 2014 – March 1, 2015 and we need your help to ensure the program has the supplies it needs to operate.

Requested Items Include:
Toiletries
Razors; Soap (bar and shower gel); Hand sanitizer; Toothpaste; Feminine hygiene products; Foot spray; Deodorant; Combs; Hairbrushes; Nail clippers; Shower shoes; Bath towels.

Clothing
Men’s underwear; Women’s underwear; Socks; T-shirts; Coats; Jackets; Hats; Scarves; Gloves; Men’s pants; Women’s pants; Shoes; Adult diapers.

Personal Items
Backpacks; Reading glasses.

Misc. items for shelter:
Coffee; Creamer; Sugar; Books; Magazines; Board games, Cleaning items (i.e. brooms, mops, scrub pads, bleach, disinfectant, and trash bags).

ITEMS CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT ANY CD11 OFFICE
UNTIL DEC. 20

West LA Office
1645 Corinth Ave. #201
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 575-8461

City Hall
200 N. Spring St. #475
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 473-7011

Westchester Office
7166 W. Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-8772

5.  QUARTET IN RESIDENCE @ WESTWOOD LIBRARY

The last concert of the year for the popular Quartet in Residence series at the Westwood Library will be held:

DATE: Sunday, December 7, 2014

TIME: 2:30 pm

PLACE: Westwood Branch Library (1246 Glendon Avenue)

COST: Free! Open to the public.

PARKING: Free with validation in the library parking lot.

REFRESHMENTS after the performance!

Our Quartet in Residence, the Fiato String Quartet, has planned a potpourri of fabulous music to finish out the year, ranging from the second Mozart “Prussian Quartet” to selections from Tchaikovsky’s beloved “Nutcracker” ballet, and much more!

For a quick peek at the last concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84oB6KmBOb8

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

AMAZING HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE

Our housekeeper, Maria, is amazing. We’ve had her two days a week for many, many years. Our kids are older now and we only need her once a week.

You can choose either Tuesday or Friday. We’ll take the other day. She has her own car, she speaks English and Spanish, she is very dependable, very nice, and very, very hardworking. You can call me or my wife for her contact info and a reference: Susan or Rick Colby – cells 310-993-4178 or 310-990-3491.

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SEEKING VETERINARIAN

Can anyone recommend a veterinarian close by in west LA?
Thank you.
Kim
Kimzgold@gmail.com

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SEEKING HOUSEKEEPER

Westwood resident looking for reliable housekeeper 4-5 days per week. Lovely home. Competitive salary.

Please call Marshall at (310) 407-0770 or email msz@zollalaw.com.

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
November 14, 2014

 

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

1.  LAPD Crime Report
2.  Fire Dept. Toy Drive
3.  West LA Food Drive
4.  Beverly Glen Repaving Project
5.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
6.  Resident Ads
7.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

Current Trending Analysis:
Residential Burglaries: North of Wilshire Blvd. and Sunset Blvd. and adjacent hillside areas. Auto related crimes (Break Ins and Stolen Vehicles): South of Wilshire Blvd. between Sepulveda and Beverly Glen Blvd. Package Thefts appear to be trending throughout the area. Packages being delivered and left unattended in accessible areas are being stolen.

Protect yourself from becoming a victim and crime statistic. Ensure that you remove all visible items and valuables from inside of your vehicle. Your car, regardless of whether it’s locked and secured or not, is not a safe or secure place to leave ANYTHING! Remember, Lock It, Hide It, Keep It!

Burglary:
300 block S Mapleton Dr. RD: 0819. On 11/7/14, at 11:20 PM, unknown suspect(s) cut rear glass door to gain entry and fled when alarm sounded. Surveillance video depicted a Male White suspect and a black Dodge Pick Up truck.

1000 block Hilts Ave. RD: 0828. Construction site. Between 10/28/14, 7:00 PM, and 10/29/14, 6:40 AM, unknown suspect(s) entered structure via unlocked side door and removed tools.

2.  FIRE DEPT. TOY DRIVE

Spark of Love Toy Drive
The Los Angeles Fire Department Holiday Toy Program for Needy Children collects new unwrapped toys or sporting goods and distributes to identified recipients prior to December 25.

Donations may be dropped off at your local Fire Station in Southern California during the holiday season.  For more information, please click here:  https://www.calfund.org/sparkoflove

3.  WEST LA FOOD DRIVE

Please join the West LAPD in a collaborative effort to end hunger in our community. Last year we collected 27,000 lbs of food which made a huge impact in the lives of many families. This year we would like to DOUBLE that number and we need your help!

We ask that you hold your own food drive and bring the items you collect to our event on Sunday, November 23rd.

Event Location:
West Los Angeles Community Police Station
1663 Butler Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Event Date:
November 23, 2014 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Please contact us at 310.444.0735 for additional information or to request a food collection bin. You can also sign up and get more information about this event at:
www.WLAFOODDRIVE.com

THANK YOU FOR WORKING TOGETHER WITH US TO END HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY.

4.  BEVERLY GLEN REPAVING PROJECT

The Resurfacing Division has scheduled Phase II of resurfacing for Beverly Glen on Saturday November 15, 2014 and Sunday November 16, 2014. The 1.6 mile segment of resurfacing will be from Beverly Glen Place to Greendale Drive. The department will be profiling on Saturday the 15th and will repave the following day on Sunday the 16th, with an estimated 4100 tons of asphalt. The resurfacing crew will begin at 6:00am and will be done before 5:00pm on both days.

The department will only allow local traffic but no through traffic between Greendale Drive and Beverly Glen Place, as they will have many trucks and heavy equipment working within the narrow roadway. This is especially true on Sunday when they pave.

As always, any Emergency Response Vehicles will be given full access to their destination. With high expectations the department expects to complete this project within the two days.

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

WORTH NEW YORK SAMPLE SALE

50% OFF SAMPLE SALE of fall/winter Worth New York womenswear! Sizes 0-16! Everything from jeans and t-shirts to evening wear! Lots of sweaters, jackets, skirts and pants, too! At the home of Denise Barta, 273 So. Beverly Glen Blvd. Wednesday November 19-Saturday November 22, 12:00 noon to 5 p.m. Credit cards accepted! Call or email Denise for more info: dbarta@worthltd.com; 310-721-2500.

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SEEKING PEST CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS

Can anyone recommend a pest control company, for dealing with small insects (not termites) under the house and around the exterior?  Seeking a local, small company rather than a large business.  Marie (310) 600-4726

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SEEKING ROOM/GUESTHOUSE

Hello friends,
I am writing because I am looking for temp home for my wife, who will be treated at UCLA for chemo because of a leukemia diagnosis.  The rental rates nearby are high, and we would love the opportunity to rent a guesthome or room within the Little Holmby area.  It would be roughly during the month of December.  We need to be close to the UCLA Hospital. Thank you for your kindness.  Please email my wife at Vicky:  vcbarstow@aol.com

7.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
November 6, 2014

 

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

1.  HWPOA Board Meeting
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  West LA Food Drive
4.  Beverly Glen Repaving Project
5.  Upcoming Community Events
6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING

Next Tuesday, November 11 at 8:00 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold it’s monthly meeting at Belmont Village (10475 Wilshire Blvd.). Members of the community are welcome to attend, though space is limited. Please let us know if you plan to attend, by emailing Dana at hwpoa@aol.com.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

Protect your home from Residential Burglary. A common MO that has been occurring is suspects who typically knock or ring the doorbell to verify if the resident is home. When there is no answer, the suspects enter the side or rear of the residence and force entry by smashing the window or door glass to gain entry. Suspects are targeting the master bed and bath areas of the home and removing Jewelry and small electronics.

Another Burglary trend that has been occurring is construction thefts and break ins. Items of value being targeted are construction tools, equipment, appliances and building materials. If you observe after hours suspicious activity at a construction site or major remodel location, call 911 immediately!

Package Thefts: These continue to be trending throughout the area. Packages that are being delivered and left unattended in accessible areas such as front porches, condo or apartment lobbies are being stolen. The holidays are around the corner and this crime will only increase. Protect yourself and make arrangements to have any package deliveries to be made at secure locations or to be accepted at a place of business.

3.  WEST LA FOOD DRIVE

Please join the West LAPD in a collaborative effort to end hunger in our community.  Last year we collected 27,000 lbs of food which made a huge impact in the lives of many families.  This year we would like to DOUBLE that number and we need your help!

We ask that you hold your own food drive and bring the items you collect to our event on Sunday, November 23rd.

Event Location:
West Los Angeles Community Police Station
1663 Butler Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Event Date:
November 23, 2014 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Please contact us at 310.444.0735 for additional information or to request a food collection bin. You can also sign up and get more information about this event at:
www.WLAFOODDRIVE.com

THANK YOU FOR WORKING TOGETHER WITH US TO END HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY.

4.  BEVERLY GLEN REPAVING PROJECT

The Resurfacing Division has scheduled Phase II of resurfacing for Beverly Glen on Saturday November 15, 2014 and Sunday November 16, 2014. The 1.6 mile segment of resurfacing will be from Beverly Glen Place to Greendale Drive. The department will be profiling on Saturday the 15th and will repave the following day on Sunday the 16th, with an estimated 4100 tons of asphalt. The resurfacing crew will begin at 6:00am and will be done before 5:00pm on both days.

The department will only allow local traffic but no through traffic between Greendale Drive and Beverly Glen Place, as they will have many trucks and heavy equipment working within the narrow roadway. This is especially true on Sunday when they pave.

As always, any Emergency Response Vehicles will be given full access to their destination. With high expectations the department expects to complete this project within the two days.

5.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

“A Day for Heroes” – Saturday, Nov. 8
The Greater Los Angeles Fisher House Foundation (GLAFH) is pleased to announce its 3rd Annual “A Day For Heroes” BBQ and Outdoor Music Event in celebration of our nations Veterans Day.
A Day for Heroes

UCLA Veterans Day Ceremony – Monday, Nov. 10
Please join Chancellor Block, ROTC, and the UCLA community to honor U.S. veterans in an annual ceremony held on campus.
http://eventsrsvp.ucla.edu/VeteransDay/

Westwood Library – Lots of events all month long
Friends of Westwood Library

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

COOK AVAILABLE

Our wonderful cook comes one day a week and cooks dinners for three days. She shops, cooks a variety of healthy meals for us and cleans up beautifully.

She is looking for one or two days additional work.

For more information, please call me.

Marion Solomon
(310) 475-8300 Office
(310) 804-4917
drmarionsolomon@gmail.com

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SEEKING WOOD FLOOR REFINISHER

We would love a recommendation for a company that can refinish our wood floors.

We are in the Holmby-Westwood area.

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

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
October 30, 2014

 

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

1.  Halloween Safety
2.  Daylight Savings
3.  Movie Premiere – Street Closures on Nov. 3
4.  Theft Alert
5.  Election Day – Tuesday, Nov. 4
6.  Upcoming Community Events
7.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
8.  Resident Ads
9.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HALLOWEEN SAFETY

In order to assist the Los Angeles community in enjoying this fun-filled holiday as safely as possible, the Los Angeles Police Department has compiled a list of Halloween safety tips for children and their parents.

In addition, HWPOA has contacted the LAPD as well as ACS and ADT security companies, and we have requested additional patrols on Halloween evening, particularly around Holmby Park and Warner Ave. School.

Have a safe and enjoyable Halloween weekend!  Happy Halloween!

2.  DAYLIGHT SAVINGS

Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday night, November 1st. Daylight savings ends this Sunday, November 2nd! It’s time to “fall back” – set your clocks back one hour and get an extra hour’s sleep — at 2 am on Sunday!

It is also a good time to replace the batteries in your smoke alarms  and carbon monoxide alarms.

3.  MOVIE PREMIERE – STREET CLOSURES ON NOV. 3

Universal Pictures will be holding the premiere of “Dumb and Dumber To”, at 7:30 PM on Monday, November 3, 2014 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Ave.

Portions of Broxton Ave. and Weyburn Ave., including street, curb lane and sidewalks will be closed to pedestrian and street traffic on the day of the event.

If you have any questions regarding this event, feel free to contact Angela Ruffin or Marguerite Pellegrin at Entertainment Lighting Service at 818-769-9800.

4.  THEFT ALERT

A resident reported that they had a Halloween decoration stolen off their front porch the night of October 28th. It was a large 6 ft tall skeleton. It happened between the hours of 11:30 and 5:00 am on the 1000 block of Selby Avenue.

5.  ELECTION DAY – TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4

Election Day is around the corner! Please don’t forget to vote. Use the following links for information on local polling places:
http://www.lavote.net/Locator/

6.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

There are a number of community events coming up:

Westwood Harvest Festival – Oct. 31-Nov. 2
http://westwoodharvestfestival.com/

West LA Night – Saturday, Nov. 1
Please join Sharon Stone, Jimmy Smits, Wanda DeJesus, Rod Martin, PACT, and many other supporters at the historical Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness and funds for the West Los Angeles Community Police Station’s youth programs, and the police officers who “protect and serve” the Holmby Westwood residents each day.
West LA Night flyer

Brentwood Westwood Symphony Orchestra – Sunday, Nov. 2
Come celebrate the beginning of our 2014-15 season with the fathers of classical music. Favorites like Bach (Brandenburg Concerto No. 3), Mozart (Eine Kleine Nacht Muzik), Handel (Water Music) and Janacek (Suite for Strings) will be featured.
http://bwso.org/uploads/14-15Flyer-Nov2.pdf

“A Day for Heroes” – Saturday, Nov. 8
The Greater Los Angeles Fisher House Foundation (GLAFH) is pleased to announce its 3rd Annual “A Day For Heroes” BBQ and Outdoor Music Event in celebration of our nations Veterans Day.
A Day for Heroes

UCLA Veterans Day Ceremony – Monday, Nov. 10
Please join Chancellor Block, ROTC, and the UCLA community to honor U.S. veterans in an annual ceremony held on campus.
http://eventsrsvp.ucla.edu/VeteransDay/

Getty Center Neighborhood Event – Sunday, Nov. 16
You are invited to enjoy the Rubens exhibit, on loan from museums in Spain, at a special neighborhood event.  There will be a wine and cheese reception, free parking and of course, the views. You must RSVP to the number shown on the invitation by Nov. 6th.
Getty Event

7.  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.

8.  RESIDENT ADS

WANTED: CEMENT WATERPROOFING

We are seeking a company that does waterproofing on a cement deck. If you have a good referral, please call Marie at (310) 600-4726.

9.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
October 24, 2014

 

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

1.  Phone Scam Advisory
2.  Street Closures Near Warner Ave. School
3.  UCLA Veterans Day Ceremony
4.  Upcoming Community Events
5.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
6.  Resident Ads
7.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  PHONE SCAM ADVISORY

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has been advised that citizens are receiving phone calls from individuals who are representing themselves as Department employees. The caller usually tells the citizen that there has been a warrant issued for their arrest for failure to appear for Jury Duty. The caller will tell the victim that they have to pay a sum of money or deputies will come and arrest them. The caller will instruct the victim to either get a Money Order, conduct a wire transfer, or buy a Gift Card (usually Green Dot) and send it to “pay the fine.”

BE ALERT, BE ADVISED, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department or any Government Agency will NEVER call and solicit money for fines. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department does not solicit warrant information by phone. The Sheriff’s Department or any Government Agency will NEVER ask you to get a Money Order, Gift Card, or wire transfer. Sheriff Department personnel will never go to your home to collect a fee for a warrant.

BE AWARE, NEVER give your personal information to anyone over the phone. DO NOT give callers information about your bank account, pin numbers, Social Security number or any type of identifying information.

Phone Scam Thieves are just that “Thieves” they will try and trick you into giving them money and information. If you receive a call protect yourself, your information and DO NOT SEND MONEY!

If you receive a phone call, always verify who the caller truly is, DO NOT use a phone number they provide you as verification. Usually numbers provided by the thief will go to a voice recording/message. Call your local Sheriff Station to verify any solicitation.

If you have sent money or believe that you are a victim of a crime, please call your local Sheriff’s Station or Police Department and report the incident.

If you receive a suspicious phone call/solicitation that you believe is not from a real government agency, please contact The Department of Consumer Affairs at (800) 593-8222. You can also file a complaint on the DCA website at dca.lacounty.gov.

2.  STREET CLOSURES NEAR WARNER AVE. SCHOOL

Warner Avenue Elementary School will hold its annual Halloween Haunt Carnival on Sunday, October 26, 2014, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. As in past years, a portion of the carnival attractions will be located on Warner Avenue, between Woodruff and Loring.

The Department of Transportation will officially close this block of Warner Avenue from Saturday, October 25th at 8:00 am until Sunday, Oct. 26th at 7:00 pm. However, in order to minimize your inconvenience, we will allow access on one side of the street throughout the day on Saturday. All vehicles need to be removed from the street by 8:00 am Sunday. No traffic will be allowed to enter or exit between the hours of 8:00 am and 7:00 pm Sunday. The Tow Away / No Parking restrictions will be strictly enforced during these hours.

Additionally, Warner needs your support! If you or your company is interested in becoming a sponsor of the Haunt, please contact Sabrina Ishak at sabrina.ishak@gmail.com. We have several levels of sponsorship opportunities available whereby your name or business will be prominently displayed as a sponsor at the event.

Thank you for your continued support of our neighborhood school!

3.  UCLA VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

Chancellor Gene Block invites you to the UCLA Veterans Day Ceremony honoring all members of the UCLA community who have courageously defended our freedom through their military service

Monday, November 10, 2014
10:30 a.m.

Wilson Plaza, UCLA

Please register by Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Inquiries: eventrsvp@support.ucla.edu
(310) 825-4868

Parking map
Parking is available for $12 in Parking Structure 4

4.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

There are a number of community events coming up:

Warner Halloween Haunt (Fall Carnival) – Oct. 26
warnerhalloweenhaunt

Westwood Harvest Festival – Oct. 24-26 & Oct. 31-Nov. 2
http://westwoodharvestfestival.com/

UCLA Homecoming Week – Oct. 26 to Nov. 1
http://www.homecoming.ucla.edu/schedule/

Brentwood Westwood Symphony Orchestra – Nov. 2
http://bwso.org/uploads/14-15Flyer-Nov2.pdf

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 NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER

Looking for Nanny/Housekeeper to pick 4 ½ year old up from school and take care of him 4 days a week Monday through Thursday.

When the 4 ½ year old is in school, would do all house cleaning.

Hours are 9: 00 a.m . to 5:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Pay is $15 hours per hour, including national holidays.

Driving is required. California Driver’s License and Car Insurance is required. Please submit former references.

Please call Debbie at 310 407-0770 or email dzolla@zollalaw.com if interested.

7.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
October 17, 2014

 

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

1.  LAPD Crime Report
2.  Fallen Tree at Dalehurst/Wyton
3.  West LAPD Fundraiser Event
4.  Upcoming Community Events
5.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
6.  Resident Ads
7.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

COMMUNITY ALERT

Protect your home from Residential Burglary. A common MO that has been occurring is suspects who typically knock or ring the doorbell to verify if the resident is home. When there is no answer, the suspects enter the side or rear of the residence and force entry by smashing the window or door glass to gain entry. Suspects are targeting the master bed and bath areas of the home and removing Jewelry and small electronics.

If you are home when someone knocks on the door or rings the doorbell, announce yourself to let them know that someone is home but do not open the door unless you verify who they are and you know the person at the door.

Another Burglary trend that has been occurring is construction thefts and break ins. Items of value being targeted are construction tools, equipment, appliances and building materials. If you observe after hours suspicious activity at a construction site or major remodel location, call 911 immediately!

Burglary Theft from Motor Vehicle:
Manning Ave/Lindbrook Dr. RD: 0828. Between 9/24/14 and 9/28/14, unknown suspect(s) smashed window of car parked on street and removed Laptop, sunglasses, GPS, and cell phone.

2.  FALLEN TREE AT DALEHURST/WYTON

Earlier this week, a large Aleppo Pine tree fell at the corner of Dalehurst and Wyton.  The Bureau of Street Services sent an emergency crew to remove the tree as quickly as possible.  Dalehurst residents have been concerned about these trees and our association had a meeting with residents and LA City Street Tree Division several years ago. The Allepo Pines have reached maturity. Residents will consider their options and the homeowner association will assist them once any decision has been made.

3.  WEST LAPD FUNDRAISER EVENT

Please join Sharon Stone, Jimmy Smits, Wanda DeJesus, Rod Martin, PACT, and many other supporters on Saturday, November 1, 2014, for West LA Night, at the historical Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness and funds for the West Los Angeles Community Police Station’s youth programs, and the police officers who “protect and serve” the Holmby Westwood residents each day.

PACT (Police and Community Together) is asking for your support of this event. We’ve proudly supported the West Los Angeles Community Police Station for over 43 years; however, we need your help as a sponsor and/or attendee.

The evening will feature static displays by various Los Angeles Police Department entities, such as SWAT, Bomb Squad, the K-9 Unit, as well as local West LA businesses. Expect one of a kind, silent and live auctions that will amuse and entertain you.

Sponsors for this event will be featured on the West LA Night website (www.WestLANight.com), at the event, and on social media. It is anticipated that more than 300 people will attend this worthwhile fundraiser.

For more information, please click here:
West LA Night flyer

4.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

There are a number of community events coming up:

Warner Halloween Haunt (Fall Carnival) – Oct. 26
warnerhalloweenhaunt

Westwood Harvest Festival – Oct. 24-26 & Oct. 31-Nov. 2
http://westwoodharvestfestival.com/

UCLA Homecoming Week – Oct. 26 to Nov. 1
http://www.homecoming.ucla.edu/schedule/

Brentwood Westwood Symphony Orchestra – Nov. 2
http://bwso.org/uploads/14-15Flyer-Nov2.pdf

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 CARPET CLEANER

I would appreciate if someone can recommend a carper cleaner firm. rozengurt@Hotmail.com
(310) 470-3698
Thank you,
Nora

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SEEKING VARIOUS RECOMMENDATIONS

We need a person to come and remove donations. Trustworthy and reliable and can give papers once items are received.

Also we need reliable electrician and appliance guy who you have used for many years and also reasonable price.

Also we need a good guy to help is with our stereo. Please let us know if you know anyone. Thanks.
Tracy 310 625 6260

7.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
October 9, 2014

 

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

1.  Traffic Advisory – Obama Visit
2.  HWPOA Board Meeting
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  Quartet in Residence – Westwood Library
5.  Parking During Jewish Holidays
6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  TRAFFIC ADVISORY – OBAMA VISIT

President Obama will be in West Los Angeles today and tomorrow.  Many areas of West LA and Westwood will be affected with street closures.  For complete details, please click here:  https://local.nixle.com/alert/5281487/?sub_id=2198150

2.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING

Next Tuesday, October 14 at 8:00 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold it’s monthly meeting at Belmont Village (10475 Wilshire Blvd.). Members of the community are welcome to attend, though space is limited. Please let us know if you plan to attend, by emailing Dana at hwpoa@aol.com.

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

COMMUNITY ALERT

Protect your home from Residential Burglary. A common MO that has been occurring is suspects who typically knock or ring the doorbell to verify if the resident is home. When there is no answer, the suspects enter the side or rear of the residence and force entry by smashing the window or door glass to gain entry. Suspects are targeting the master bed and bath areas of the home and removing Jewelry and small electronics.

If you are home when someone knocks on the door or rings the doorbell, announce yourself to let them know that someone is home but do not open the door unless you verify who they are and you know the person at the door.

Another Burglary trend that has been occurring is construction thefts and break ins. Items of value being targeted are construction tools, equipment, appliances and building materials. If you observe after hours suspicious activity at a construction site or major remodel location, call 911 immediately!

NOTE:  Several of the recent crimes (listed below) occurred outside of Holmby Westwood, in the neighborhood south of Sunset Blvd. and west of UCLA.  We are noting them here because the home burglaries seem to be getting closer to our neighborhood.

Home Invasion Robbery:
200 block Denslow Ave. RD: 0815. On 9/22/14, at approximately 10:20 PM, the victim returned home late at night was confronted by two suspects. The suspects simulated having a weapon and demanded property. The suspects removed cash and jewelry and fled location. Suspects 1 & 2: Male, Black, 6’0″ 170 Lbs, wearing dark clothing and leather Gloves.

Burglary:
11000 block Cashmere St. RD: 0815. On 9/29/14, between 10:30 AM and 11:10 AM, suspect entered residence via unlocked rear door and removed a laptop and jewelry. The suspect fled when confronted by occupants. Suspect: Male, Black, 6’0″ to 6’2″, 175 lbs, 18 to 20 years, wearing white football jersey.
Suspect Vehicle: 2011-2014, dark gray SUV, paper plates.

Burglary Theft from Motor Vehicle:
Mapleton Dr/Charing Cross Rd. RD: 0819. Between 9/26/14, 5:50 PM and 9/27/14, 4:00 AM, unknown suspect(s) removed Laptop from an unsecured vehicle parked on the street.

4.  QUARTET IN RESIDENCE – WESTWOOD LIBRARY

Join us on Sunday, October 12, 2014 for the third concert in our popular Quartet in Residence @ Westwood Library *free* concert series.

PROGRAM:
The Fiato String Quartet, Quartet in Residence @ Westwood Library, presents two well-known string quartets showcasing two different stylistic periods:

Mozart — String Quartet No. 17 in B-flat major, K. 458 (“The Hunt”)
Schubert — String Quartet No. 13 in A minor, D. 804 (“Rosamunde”)

DATE: Sunday, October 12, 2014
TIME: 2:30 PM
PLACE: Westwood Library (1246 Glendon Avenue)
PARKING: Free at the library (with validation)
COST: Free!! Open to the public!
REFRESHMENTS: After the concert, courtesy of Tanzy Restaurant, artisinal Italian.

For more information, please click here: http://j.mp/1mEnqJC

5.  PARKING DURING JEWISH HOLIDAYS

The Department of Transportation, Parking Enforcement and Traffic Control Division will relax enforcement of street cleaning, time limit and preferential parking restrictions during the upcoming Jewish holidays.

Sukkot: Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Simchat Torah: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Please click here to see the specific areas that are affected:
Jewish Holiday Parking

Please note: Meters, tow away zones and other safety violations will be enforced.

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

PORTABLE BASKETBALL SYSTEM — FREE

We would like to give away our backyard portable basketball system — base fills with water (or sand, I think); height is adjustable from 7 1/2 feet to 10 feet. Nice backboard. Needs a new net.
All you need to do is come to our home and take it. (None of our children plays basketball any more.) Contact Dennis if you are interested at netanya1@mac.com.

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SEEKING ARCHITECT/CONTRACTOR

We are interested in planning a room addition to our house and are looking for reasonably priced and reliable designer/architect/contractor for the project. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.  Please reply to sharonay@gmail.com

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
October 1, 2014

 

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

1.  Quartet in Residence – Westwood Library
2.  Parking During Jewish Holidays
3.  Mail Theft from Postal Mailboxes
4.  LAPD Crime Report
5.  Suspicious Person on Dalehurst
6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  QUARTET IN RESIDENCE – WESTWOOD LIBRARY

Join us on Sunday, October 12, 2014 for the third concert in our popular Quartet in Residence @ Westwood Library *free* concert series.

PROGRAM:
The Fiato String Quartet, Quartet in Residence @ Westwood Library, presents two well-known string quartets showcasing two different stylistic periods:

Mozart — String Quartet No. 17 in B-flat major, K. 458 (“The Hunt”)
Schubert — String Quartet No. 13 in A minor, D. 804 (“Rosamunde”)

DATE: Sunday, October 12, 2014
TIME: 2:30 PM
PLACE: Westwood Library (1246 Glendon Avenue)
PARKING: Free at the library (with validation)
COST: Free!! Open to the public!
REFRESHMENTS: After the concert, courtesy of Tanzy Restaurant, artisinal Italian.

For more information, please click here: http://j.mp/1mEnqJC

2.  PARKING DURING JEWISH HOLIDAYS

The Department of Transportation, Parking Enforcement and Traffic Control Division will relax enforcement of street cleaning, time limit and preferential parking restrictions during the upcoming Jewish holidays.

Yom Kippur: Friday, Oct. 3, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Sukkot: Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Simchat Torah: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Please click here to see the specific areas that are affected:
Jewish Holiday Parking

Please note: Meters, tow away zones and other safety violations will be enforced.

3.  MAIL THEFT FROM POSTAL MAILBOXES

Several mail thefts from the Barrington Post Office have been reported recently. Both thefts occurred when someone attempted to mail letters in a stand-alone USPS mailbox (one at the Post Office, one at a neighborhood corner mailbox).  The letter stuck to the back of the box, and when the resident reached in to grab the envelope, they discovered that EVERY SURFACE was sticky.  In another similar case, a neighbor mailed checks that were then stolen, and fraudulent checks were written against his checking account. It is now a federal case of mail and identity theft.

From the Post Office:

Postal Inspectors encourage the public to report mail theft on our website http://postalinspectors.uspis.gov or by calling toll free 877-876-2455 or filing a report at their local post office.

Postal Inspectors advise the public to deposit mail in collection boxes before the last collection time so the mail will be collected by the Postal Service and safely on its way to its destination.

4.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

COMMUNITY ALERT!

Protect your home from Residential Burglary. A common MO that has been occurring is suspects who typically knock or ring the doorbell to verify if the resident is home. When there is no answer, the suspects enter the side or rear of the residence and force entry by smashing the window or door glass to gain entry. Suspects are targeting the master bed and bath areas of the home and removing Jewelry and small electronics.

If you are home when someone knocks on the door or rings the doorbell, announce yourself to let them know that someone is home but do not open the door unless you verify who they are and you know the person at the door.

Another Burglary trend that has been occurring is construction thefts and break ins. Items of value being targeted are construction tools, equipment, appliances and building materials. If you observe after hours suspicious activity at a construction site or major remodel location, call 911 immediately!

The Los Angeles Police Department recommends the following tips to help secure your home and harden the target.

• ALARMS: Ensure that security alarms are in good working order and set when not at home whether leaving for 10 minutes or 10 hours.
• ALARM RESPONSE: Consider a private patrol alarm response to enhance your current alarm and security system. In many cases private patrols are already contracted in many neighborhoods or associations.
• SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS: Web based surveillance camera systems will allow homeowners to view and monitor activity from any smartphone or computer which are motion sensor activated and will alert your device when there is activity. They also lend valuable information and clues to the investigation.
• MOTION SENSOR LIGHTING: Install motion sensor lighting around your home to illuminate normally dark areas around the home. This will also alert residents to outside activity around the home when motion lights are activated.
• GATES: Ensure that all gates and access points to the side or rear of the residence are locked and secured.
• DOOR AND WINDOW LOCKS: Ensure that all doors and windows are locked and secured with sturdy secured locks and that there are second locking mechanisms securing all doors and windows as a second line of defense.
• MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU’RE HOME…Even when you’re not.
• NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: Monitor suspicious activities in your neighborhood and alert your neighbors. Should the activity escalate to a crime about to occur, crime in progress or crime that just occurred, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY!
• SECURITY PATROLS: Consider after hours on site security at construction sites or major remodel projects. Many neighborhoods contract with private security patrols which monitor neighborhoods and can quickly respond to burglar alarm activations or reports of suspicious activity when they occur.

You may access the crime mapping feature listed below on a day to day basis to obtain up to date crime information for your area or any other area in the city.

To sign up for E-Policing, simply go to the E-Policing link below and enter your address and your email address. You will receive crime updates and Community Alert information from the Los Angeles Police Department. You may also view recent crimes that have occurred in the area on the LAPD website. To receive text alerts when critical information is sent, sign up for Nixle.

EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311

LAPD Website: http://www.lapdonline.org/
E-Policing: http://www.lapdonline.org/e_policing
Crime Statistics and Maps: http://www.lapdonline.org/crime_mapping_and_compstat
Nixle: www.nixle.com

Contact me directly should you have any questions or concerns.

Christopher Ragsdale, Senior Lead Officer
West Los Angeles Community Police Station
Office: 310-444-0741
Cell: 213-305-5895
Email: 26690@lapd.lacity.org

5.  SUSPICIOUS PERSON ON DALEHURST

A resident recently reported that she saw a man taking photos of a house under construction.    The resident spoke to the man who told her that he was taking pictures of the porta-potty, as it was a hobby of his.   The resident asked to see his drivers license, which she photographed along with his license plate.  This information was given to the WLAPD burglary detectives for processing.  We are alerting Holmby Westwood residents and ask you to read the LAPD tips listed above to help keep our neighborhood safe.

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

CAREGIVER NEEDED

Requesting referrals and references for an outstanding, experienced, strong, patient caregiver needed for ambulatory 95 year old woman. Please reply to elleninlaca@gmail.com

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Available Housekeeper/Cleaner

A lovely & extremely capable Bi-lingual ( Spanish-English) Housekeeper/Cleaner who drives with 20 years experience as an excellent Housekeeper/Cleaner is available 3 flexible days a week (Monday thru Friday & every other Saturday). Excellent references available. Contact Vilma @ 323-401-0303.

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SEEKING DOG TRAINER

We are looking for a dog trainer for our little terrier who is a bit aggressive and would appreciate any recommendations. Thx.

Cheryl Petersen
ckpandrhl@verizon.net

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

HOLMBY NEWS
September 22, 2014

 

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

1.  West LAPD Fundraiser Event 
2.  Parking During Jewish Holidays
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  Bicycle Safety – New Law
5.  UCLA Student Move-In and Volunteer Day
6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  WEST LAPD FUNDRAISER EVENT

Please join Sharon Stone, Jimmy Smits, Wanda DeJesus, Rod Martin, PACT, and many other supporters on Saturday, November 1, 2014, for West LA Night, at the historical Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness and funds for the West Los Angeles Community Police Station’s youth programs, and the police officers who “protect and serve” the Holmby Westwood residents each day.

PACT (Police and Community Together) is asking for your support of this event. We’ve proudly supported the West Los Angeles Community Police Station for over 43 years; however, we need your help as a sponsor and/or attendee.

The evening will feature static displays by various Los Angeles Police Department entities, such as SWAT, Bomb Squad, the K-9 Unit, as well as local West LA businesses. Expect one of a kind, silent and live auctions that will amuse and entertain you.

Sponsors for this event will be featured on the West LA Night website (www.WestLANight.com), at the event, and on social media. It is anticipated that more than 300 people will attend this worthwhile fundraiser.

For more information, please click here:
West LA Night flyer

2.  PARKING DURING JEWISH HOLIDAYS

The Department of Transportation, Parking Enforcement and Traffic Control Division will relax enforcement of street cleaning, time limit and preferential parking restrictions during the upcoming Jewish holidays.

Rosh Hashana: Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Yom Kippur: Friday, Oct. 3, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Sukkot: Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Simchat Torah: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014 from 2:00 PM to Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at 12:00 midnight.

Please click here to see the specific areas that are affected:
Jewish Holiday Parking

Please note: Meters, tow away zones and other safety violations will be enforced.

The HWPOA Board of Directors wishes you L’Shanah Tovah, a happy and healthy new year!

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

COMMUNITY ALERT

CURRENT TRENDING ANALYSIS:  Residential Burglaries: North of Wilshire Blvd. and Sunset Blvd. and adjacent hillside areas. Auto related crimes (Break Ins and Stolen Vehicles): South of Wilshire Blvd. between Sepulveda and Beverly Glen Blvd. Package Thefts: appear to be trending throughout the area. Packages being delivered and left unattended in accessible areas are being stolen.

Protect yourself from becoming a victim and crime statistic. Ensure that you remove all visible items and valuables from inside of your vehicle. Your car, regardless of whether it’s locked and secured or not, is not a safe or secure place to leave ANYTHING! Remember, Lock It, Hide It, Keep It!

Street Robbery:
10800 block Lindbrook Dr. RD: 0828. On 9/5/14, at approximately 12:30 AM, suspect approached victim who was smoking a cigarette in front of his residence. Suspect produced a handgun and demanded the victim’s cell phone. The victim complied out of fear.

Suspect Description: Male, Black, 6-2, 165, 18 to 20 years. Vehicle: 90-95 Tan Sedan.

Burglary:
10500 block Wyton Dr. RD 0819. Construction site: Between 9/8/14, 3:40 PM and 9/9/14, 7:00 AM, unknown suspect(s) removed plywood door covering and removed tools.

400 block Loring Ave. RD: 0819. On 9/3/14, between 1:30 PM and 2:40 PM, suspect(s) entered residence through unlocked rear slider and removed jewelry.

4.  BICYCLE SAFETY – NEW LAW

As of last week, the “Three Feet for Safety Act” (Assembly Bill 1371 of 2013) goes into effect in California. This act specifies for the first time a state standard for safely passing bicycles.

The measure requires motorists to pass bicyclists by at least three feet, or, if that’s not possible, to slow down until there is an opportunity to pass safely. Violators face a $35 fine, which goes up to $220 if a driver passing unsafely collides with and injures a bicyclist.

For more information, click here: Three Feet for Safety Act

5.  UCLA STUDENT MOVE-IN AND VOLUNTEER DAY

Student Move-In:  Beginning Thursday, Sept. 25 through Saturday, Sept. 27, UCLA students will be moving in to the UCLA residence halls.

Volunteer Day Parking Notice:  On Monday, September 29, UCLA will be conducting its 6th annual Volunteer Day. Over 6,000 participants will donate their time and energy at more than 40 sites
throughout the City of Los Angeles.

On Volunteer Day, buses transporting volunteers will stage on the east side of Veteran Avenue between Sunset Boulevard and Gayley Avenue.

These streets will be posted with “No Parking/Tow Away” signs well in advance of the event, but this notice is being provided
to you now to give you time to make alternative parking plans.

For more information, please click here:
 http://volunteerday.ucla.edu

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

SOLAR INSTALLATION COMPANY

Looking to go solar? Look no further than your own neighborhood. Distributed Clean Power is a solar installation company started by Danny Gold, who grew up in Little Holmby and whose parents still live here. Because we are local, we are able to offer individualized service and prices that are a fraction of the large national solar contractors. Your Westwood neighbors can tell you about the quality of our work and how much they are saving on power bills. Feel free to reach out to Danny anytime even if you just want to learn more about solar; cell 347-415-5903 or danny@distributedcleanpower.com

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HOUSEKEEPING HELP NEEDED

We need a housekeeper 1 1/2 days a week, to help an older couple.
English necessary.

Please contact: swy333@gmail.com

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
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