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