HOLMBY NEWS
July 29, 2014

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

1.  Holmby Westwood Information Update
2.  LAPD National Night Out
3.  Things Your Burglar Won’t Tell You
4.  Curb Painting
5.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
6. Resident Ads
7. HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HOLMBY WESTWOOD INFORMATION UPDATE

HWPOA is in the process of updating our homeowner records.  Unfortunately, our database is incomplete and we are missing some important information regarding some of our homeowners.  To track down the information, we will be sending out emails to specific HWPOA members with a request to provide us with the missing information.

If you receive an email from hwpoa@aol.com requesting information, please reply so that we can update our database.

Thank you,
Dana Glenn
HWPOA Office Manager

2.  LAPD NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

You are invited to the LAPD’s “National Night Out”, a time when a joyous spirit of community is celebrated, and the right of people to enjoy safety from crime is honored.

Tuesday, August 5, 2014
5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Stoner Park Recreation Center
1833 Stoner Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025

FREE BBQ & REFRESHMENTS
Inflatable rides
Face Painting

For further information, call
West Los Angeles Community Police Station,
Community Relations Office: 310-444-0735

3.  THINGS YOUR BURGLAR WON’T TELL YOU

We will be posting a few of these items every week in the Holmby News.  These insights into the way burglars “think” could help save your home from being burglarized:

1.  Of course I look familiar. I was here just last week cleaning your carpets, painting your shutters, or delivering your new refrigerator.

2.  Hey, thanks for letting me use the bathroom when I was working in your yard last week. While I was in there, I unlatched the back window to make my return a little easier.

3.  Love those flowers. That tells me you have taste… and taste means there are nice things inside. Those yard toys your kids leave out always make me wonder what type of gaming system they have.

4.  Yes, I really do look for newspapers piled up on the driveway. And I might leave a pizza flyer in your front door to see how long it takes you to remove it.

5.  I always knock first. If you answer, I’ll ask for directions somewhere or offer to clean your gutters. (Don’t take me up on it.)

4.  CURB PAINTING

Our neighbors in Brentwood have recently had solicitors painting curb address numbers in their neighborhood.  Last August, an organization came through the Holmby Westwood area for the same reason, so it is possible that they will return again in the upcoming weeks.  Please note the following information that we received from the Brentwood Homeowners Association:

A representative from an organization called Care 4 The Children may knock on your door soliciting a donation for painting your curb address numbers.

You are NOT obligated to make this donation or make any payment or answer your door. Please report any representation to the contrary.

Our initial research is they are a legitimate organization, although their tactics of doing the work and then soliciting “payment” is questionable. They seem to donate only about 10%-20% of their money to charities, while the rest goes to outside contractors who perform the work.

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

HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE

While our 16 year housekeeper was gone for two months having medical treatments, I hired a temporary housekeeper who is the cousin of a former employee and who works for my in-laws. I found the temporary was honest, quiet, hardworking and affordable. I helped her find another employer, and she still has Tuesday and Thursday available. If you are looking for a good housekeeper who speaks Spanish and has transportation, please call me.

Marcia Maiten
310-476-5532

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
July 21, 2014

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

1.  Water Conservation
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Emergency Preparedness Fair
4.  Street Closures near LAX
5.  Movies in the Park
6.  Thank you from Fire Station #71
7.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  WATER CONSERVATION

The City of Los Angeles has mandatory water restrictions due to the current drought.  Please note the following:

Sprinkler Use Restrictions
Outdoor watering with sprinklers is restricted to three days a week with different watering days assigned to
odd-numbered and even-numbered street addresses.
• Customers with odd-numbered street addresses – ending in 1, 3, 5, 7 or 9 – are allowed to use their sprinkler systems on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
• Customers with even-numbered street addresses – ending in 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8 – are allowed to use their sprinkler systems on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
• Watering with sprinklers is limited to one cycle of up to 8 minutes per station per watering day for nonconserving nozzle sprinkler systems (typical residential system), or two 15-minute cycles per watering day for conserving nozzle sprinkler systems.
• All outdoor watering is prohibited from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., regardless of the watering day.

Other Prohibited Water Uses
• Watering of any hard surfaces such as sidewalks, walkways, driveways or parking areas;
• Outdoor watering during periods of rain;
• Allowing runoff onto streets and gutters from excessive watering;
• Allowing leaks from any pipe or fixture to go unrepaired;
• Washing vehicles without using a hose with a self-closing water shut-off nozzle;

For more information, click here:
Know_Your_Watering_Days_Fact_Sheet_English[1]

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

Current Trending Analysis

Auto related crimes (Burglary Theft from Vehicle, Grand Theft Auto) are occurring in the Holmby Westwood area.  Package Thefts appear to be trending throughout the area as well. 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!

Grand Theft Auto:
10500 block Lindbrook Drive. RD: 0828. Between 7/8/14, 8:00 PM and 7/9/14, 8:00 AM, a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee was stolen from the street.

3.  EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FAIR

You’re invited to the 4th Annual Emergency Preparedness Fair, featuring:

– The Big Shaker (Magnitude 8.0 Mobile Earthquake Simulator)
– Emergency Supplies
– Presentations & Demonstrations
– Food Trucks
– Kids’ Activities
– UCLA Puppet Show

DATE: Sunday, July 27, 2014
TIME: Noon – 4:00 pm
PLACE: Westwood Presbyterian Church, 10822 Wilshire Blvd.
PARKING: Free, in the church parking lot.
COST: Free!

Sponsored by the Westwood Neighborhood Council.

4.  STREET CLOSURES NEAR LAX

It’s Century Crunch time!  A full closure of the Century/Aviation intersection will take place the weekend of July 25-28 to allow for future construction of a new light rail station at Century/Aviation.

This key intersection near an entrance to LAX will be CLOSED for 57 hours beginning 9 p.m. Friday, July 25 until 6 a.m. Monday, July 28.

Plan Ahead, Use Public Transit or Stay Away!  For a detailed map, click here:
http://media.metro.net/projects_studies/crenshaw/images/map_crenshawlax_detour_8.5×11.pdf

5.  MOVIES IN THE PARK

Councilmember Koretz and the Westside Neighborhood Council are co-sponsoring a “Movie in the Park” summer series at the Palms Recreation Center, 2950 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90064. The movie Matilda will be presented this Wednesday, July 23.  For more information, click here:

http://www.laparks.org/dos/reccenter/pdf/palms/movie.pdf

6.  THANK YOU FROM FIRE STATION #71

LA Fire Station 71 and the “Adopt a Fire Station” program thank the many Holmby Westwood homeowners who supported the station with very generous donations. These donations supplement the needs at the station for those things that the City of LA does not provide. The men and women are very grateful for your support. We will put some photos from the Pancake Breakfast as well as recent purchases in the next newsletter.

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
July 15, 2014

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

1.  Wilshire Bus Lane Project Update
2.  HPOZ Article
3.  Know Your Community Police Station
4.  Westwood Library Programs
5.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
6. Resident Ads
7. HWPOA Contact Information

1.  WILSHIRE BUS LANE PROJECT UPDATE

The Wilshire BRT Construction Project is expected to begin in September 2014 on Wilshire Boulevard between Bonsall and Federal Avenues. Construction will take approximately 7 months to complete the full project and will be divided into three phases:

• Phase 1 – North side of Wilshire Boulevard between Bonsall Avenue to Federal Avenue (approximately 2 1/2 months)
• Phase 2 – South side of Wilshire Boulevard between Bonsall Avenue to Federal Avenue (approximately 2 1/2 months)
• Phase 3 – Center median work (approximately 2 months)

The community will be notified with more details prior to construction via email. For those located immediately adjacent to a construction area, a door to door notice will be distributed.

Don’t forget to visit www.wilshirebrt.com for the latest information and updates.

Thank You,
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works
Wilshire BRT Construction Project Team

2.  HPOZ ARTICLE

Please read this important article from the LA Conservancy (on p. 1 and 6) regarding Historic Preservation Overlay Zones (HPOZs) in Los Angeles and how it will positively affect our community.
Click link below:
JulAug2014Newsletter,LAConservancy

3.  KNOW YOUR COMMUNITY POLICE STATION

All LAPD divisional community police stations are open 24 hours/7days a week. We never close. Not for holidays nor any other reason. Please file that away in the back of your head as a source of safety and security during certain transactions or other circumstances that may come up.

Most of us already know we should drive to a well-lit location or to a police station if you believe you’re being followed in your vehicle, etc., but many don’t know that we also have a 24-hour ATM available in the lobby. We also have public restrooms. And if you’re needing a safe drop off spot for a date that isn’t going quite as well as you hoped, or you’re in a taxi/Uber ride that feels sketchy and wrong, feel free to utilize the police station as a drop off/pick up spot. Our police station is also an ideal spot to meet for Craigslist transactions and/or other types of situations where you’re meeting a stranger, especially for the first time.

Do you know the address of our LAPD West LA Station? –or even just the cross streets?  Learn it yourself, teach your children, tell your friends, our address is:

1663 Butler Avenue
Los Angeles, Ca. 90025
Or simply,
Butler Avenue, one block south of Santa Monica Blvd

4.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY PROGRAMS

This month, the programs at Westwood Library include a screenwriting class,  a teen cooking program and a puppet show for kids.  For more information and to see the schedule of events, please click here:  http://friendsofwestwoodlibrary.org/events.html

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

GARDENER WANTED

Wanted: a twice a week gardener who cares about plants and flowers and who will keep a garden neat and healthy. Prefer a two-person team, with references, please. Please phone Ms. Landa 310 279-1615 for an appointment

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HANDYMAN SEEKS WORK AND HOUSING

Our handyman, Byron Pardo, is looking for work and a place to stay. He has worked in construction, and is truly quite capable. For us he has done many kinds of jobs, including repaving our cement driveway, power washing the brick patio, and more recently repairing a faulty BBQ gas line, laying bricks, polishing hardwood floors, and painting the interior. He can repair almost anything. He is also good in the garden and can clean. He is honest and trustworthy. We have known him many years. His telephone number is 818-917-6145. My telephone number is 310-283-7613.
Adrienne Rubin on Beverly Glen

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
July 8, 2014

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

1.  Adopt Fire Station #71  
2.  Free Concert Series at Westwood Library
3.  Shakespeare at the VA
4.  Movies in the Park
5.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
6. Resident Ads
7. HWPOA Contact Information

1.  ADOPT FIRE STATION #71

Dear Neighbors,

Fire Station 71 at the corner of Beverly Glen and Sunset serves much of Holmby Westwood. Several weeks ago the firefighters had their annual Pancake Breakfast, free to the community. It was an opportunity for families to tour the station, meet with some of the firefighters, and learn what happens when an alarm goes off.

Many Holmby Westwood neighbors stopped by with their children and grandchildren for a homestyle breakfast and to view the antique cars on display as well as the old fire truck. The voluntary contributions to the Pancake Breakfast help to provide the “creature comforts” that the City of LA deems unnecessary to the men and women who live there when on duty. Five homeowner associations make up the Adopt Fire Station 71 non profit group (Holmby Westwood Property Owners Assoc, Benedict Canyon Assoc., Residents of Beverly Glen, Comstock Hills Homeowners Assoc., and the Bel Air Assoc.)

Over the years, we have provided over $200,000. to improve the over fifty year old station including the HVAC system, repairs to equipment, separation between the beds for privacy, outdoor eating accommodations which the firefighters built, a TV in the recreation room, new kitchen appliances, a remodel of a room for up to date technology, and a gate on Sunset. Our next big project will be to remodel their tool room which is VERY outdated makes finding tools difficult. I don’t think it’s been changed in 50 years.

A recent request from the firefighters is to replace the six old recliner chairs in the Rec Room where the men and women relax and watch TV. The Adopt program would very much like to support their wishes.

If you would like to support our program, please send your tax deductible contribution to:

Adopt Fire Station # 71
c/o Holmby Westwood POA
914 Westwood Blvd., Suite 573
L. A., 90024

Fire Station # 71 also houses a paramedic ambulance and responds to auto accidents and, of course, fires. We sincerely thank them for all that they do to protect our homes and our families!

Sandy Brown
President

2.  FREE CONCERT SERIES AT WESTWOOD LIBRARY

The first concert in our groundbreaking Quartet-in-Residence Program at the Westwood Library was a huge success—with a standing-room-only crowd. In order to accommodate a larger audience more comfortably for the second concert, we’re moving upstairs into the library itself on a Sunday afternoon when the library is not otherwise open for regular business.

SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2014
2:30 PM
at WESTWOOD LIBRARY
1246 Glendon Avenue

The FIATO STRING QUARTET, our Quartet in Residence
at Westwood Library, will enchant with two of the most
beloved quartets:
Beethoven — String Quartet Op. 18, no. 6
Dvorak — String Quartet Op. 96, no. 12 (“American”)

All concerts are FREE, with free parking at the library.
Refreshments after the concert!

3.  SHAKESPEARE AT THE VA

The Shakespeare Center Los Angeles is performing Romeo and Juliet at the VA Japanese Garden through July 26.  The Japanese Garden at the VA is one of LA’s most stunning outdoor venues.  Don’t miss this extraordinary theatrical experience helmed by critically acclaimed director Kenn Sabberton (Shakespeare Center’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, As You Like It).

Bring a picnic, dine in the garden and enjoy Shakespeare live on stage under the stars.  For tickets go to www.shakespearecenter.org.

4.  MOVIES IN THE PARK

Councilmember Koretz and the Westside Neighborhood Council are co-sponsoring a “Movie in the Park” summer series at the Palms Recreation Center, 2950 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90064.  Upcoming movies include Cool Runnings, Matilda and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.  For more information, click here:

http://www.laparks.org/dos/reccenter/pdf/palms/movie.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

BABYSITTER AVAILABLE

Our 16 year old daughter (almost 17) is looking for baby sitter jobs this summer. She is a senior in high school, good student, drives her own car, is very responsible, and she grew up in Little Holmby. She has been baby sitting for years and is great with kids. Her name is Lily and you can call or text her at 310-993-5137

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KITTENS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Recently one of the cats that roam the neighborhood had 5 little kittens in our lower garden.  We took them to VCA Animal Hospital on Sepulveda. They were given full check ups, they got their first vaccinations and were tested for all kitty diseases and they are as healthy as can be. Since they were born in our neighborhood it would be great if we could keep them here.

Let’s try and keep these babies here. We want them to go to a loving home.

We will make a donation on behalf of the family who adopts to a Rescue Foundation who has been guiding us and will continue to guide us through this process.

For more information, please contact Lisa at LBalelo@aol.com

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NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE

Family moving out-of-state so full-time nanny/housekeeper available from September 1st. Honest, hardworking, reliable, adaptable and great with kids. Contact Mary directly (323-382-9535) or HW resident Harry Collyns for reference (310-985-3411).

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FENCE COMPANY WANTED

I am looking for a reliable fence company. Please call or email me — Eileen Dardick (310) 474-6259, 10501 Lindbrook Dr., tastefuladventures@gmail.com with any suggestions. Thank you.

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BUFFALO GRASS

We are considering resoding our lawns with Buffalo Grass to conserve water. We would appreciate hearing from any members who have had experience with Buffalo Grass.
Jerry Mehlman
GJMehlman@ yahoo.com

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HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE

Our wonderful housekeeper Celia is available a few days a week.  She is hard working, trustworthy, speaks excellent English and has her own car.

Please contact her directly:
Celia Morales
323-216-3136

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 

1000 burgers and dogs, 1000 cookies, 4 mega kids obstacle courses and so much more!  It was a large and festive 4^th of July celebration! See the pics below—it was a ton of fun.

Esther Magna, Caron Schwartz, Rachelle Guerin, Rochelle Glucksman, Randie Kleinman and Katherine Meyer made a great team this year, and they appreciate their volunteer crew, including Mark Magna, Phil Gabriel, Dennis Rosenblatt, Hedy Magna, Samantha Gabriel and of course, Dana and Sandy. Special thanks to Adam and Victor at the park who allowed us to take it over for the day. Bobby Shriver and Councilman Paul Koretz also spent the morning with us.

THANK YOU SPONSORS:

·      ACS Security has been feeding us for many years. They happily and swiftly fed the entire crowd. Their BBQ dedication was endless and fantastic. To Debbie Allen and her volunteer staff, your burgers, dogs and chili were delicious!

·      UCLA Health was our new Platinum sponsor with a generous contribution that covered most of our expenses. Thank you, UCLA Health for your support of Holmby Westwood. All enjoyed the fans and beach ball giveaways.

·      Ralphs joined this year as a new Gold Sponsor and their generosity was seen through their sponsorship of our event, abundant raffle prizes facilitated by a big team from the Westwood store and also the presence of their iconic Ralphs vehicle in our parade. Thank you Ralphs!

·      City Target in Westwood kept kids smiling with face painting and lemonade. Thank you to Adriana and her friendly Target team.

·      Our local realtors also deserve our appreciation for their sponsorship. Their sponsorship covered all the kids activities, including the DJ.

Jim Bremner

Mark and Lynn Rogo

Larry Young

Jill Epstein

Caron Schwartz 

·      We also appreciate ADT for the water and pizza that kept so many families satiated.

·      The Guerin Family donated Honest Kids juice boxes.

·      Clif Bar donated organic products for sampling.

·      The firemen from Station #71 were outstanding and so gracious to stay at the park while kids admired them and their truck.

·      iPIC Theaters was present in full effect with their photo giveaways for kids

·      LA Dancefit Studio rallied participants of all ages to Zumba away!

SPREAD THE WORD about the good work our association does for the benefit of its residents.  Community building, constant email communication among 800+ residents and advocacy in City Hall are just a few of the activities our Board undertakes.  We must work together for our shared concerns of architectural integrity, greenscape preservation, emergency preparedness and crime watch. Residents pay $75 annually to join HWPOA.  You must pay the dues to be a member; being a resident alone won’t do it.  Email Dana to sign up at hwpoa@aol.com.

Please send your business to our main sponsors,
as they dedicated their time for goodwill and exposure. These sponsors ensure our event takes place with food and activities for all!

ACS Security
-Main Office: (310) 475-9016
-Major Issues: Debbie Allen, (310) 475-9016

UCLA Health
http://www.uclahealth.org/

Our local realtors:
Jim Bremner: http://www.jamesbremner.com/
Mark and Lynn Rogo: http://www.markrogo.com/
Larry Young: http://www.larryyoungwestside.com/
Caron Schwartz: http://www.caronschwartz.com/
Jill Epstein: http://www.nourmand.com/agents/bio/32

Ralphs  on Le Conte

City Target on Weyburn

iPIC Theaters
https://www.ipictheaters.com/default.aspx

LA Dance Fit for ZUMBA and more
http://www.ladancefit.com/