HOLMBY NEWS
July 27, 2018

 

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

1.  Street Repair Requests
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Community Police Academy
4.  LA Sanitation – “Don’t Flush That” Campaign
5.  Westwood Library – August Happenings
6.  Found Keys
7.  Lawn Bowling at Holmby Park
8.  Upcoming Community Events
9.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
10.  Resident Ads
11.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  STREET REPAIR REQUESTS

The Bureau of Street Services has scheduled a Small Asphalt Repairs (SAR) truck (which is described as 1 small asphalt repair truck, consisting of 2 workers and asphalt), for the Westwood Neighborhood Council area, to perform small asphalt repairs on August 21, 2018.

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

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

If you are aware of any spots in our neighborhood that would be particularly good candidates for this program, please send requests to Dana at hwpoa@aol.com no later than Monday, July 30.  Please only send street repair requests, not sidewalks or curbs.

NOTE: Street repaving is not part of this program.  Please do not submit requests to repave streets.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

VEHICLE, STOLEN
Incident #: 180813725
WEYBURN & SELBY  |  7/25/2018 @ 12:01 AM

SAFETY TIPS – CAR THEFT/BURGLARY PREVENTION
As the West Los Angeles Area continues to be a target rich environment, an important community prevention piece is to ensure that residents “Lock It Hide It Keep It”! All valuables should be removed from vehicles with nothing visible inside, leaving vehicles locked and secured. It is also equally important that ALL access points to the property are locked as well as securing all gates, doors and windows along with early detection and notification technology.

Below are tips that residents can use to avoid being the victim of an auto related crime:

• Never leave your car running unattended, even to dash into your residence, a business, store, etc.
• Never leave any keys in the car, inside a locked garage, or in hide-a-key boxes.
• Always roll up your windows and lock the car, even if it is parked in front of your home or in the driveway.
• Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked. Put them in the trunk, out of sight, or remove them from the vehicle.
• Always park in high-traffic, well-lighted areas, when possible.
• Install a mechanical device that locks the steering wheel, column, or brakes. These devices will deter some criminals.
• Investigate the purchase of a vehicle theft tracking/security system, especially if you own one of the frequently stolen model vehicles.
• Never leave personal identification documents, vehicle ownership title, or credit cards in your vehicle.
• Copy your license plate and vehicle information (VIN) numbers and keep them with you. If your vehicle is stolen, the police will need this information to take a report.
• If your vehicle is stolen, report it to the police immediately.

Remember, there is no guarantee that your car will not be targeted or stolen, but taking the precautionary measures can minimize your chances of becoming the victim of auto related crime.

3.  COMMUNITY POLICE ACADEMY

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

Beginning August 1, 2018, LAPD Operations-West Bureau will conduct a Community Police Academy for adults. The eleven week course session will be hosted by Pacific Area.

This eleven-week course will be held at the Ahmanson Recruit Training Center, 5651 W. Manchester Ave, Los Angeles, California 90045. The class will meet each Wednesday evening between 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm. The course will conclude with a graduation ceremony on October 10, 2018.

The Community Police Academy offers an exposure and orientation to a variety of policing concepts and operations within the Los Angeles Police Department. However, unlike prior Community Police Academy sessions, successful completion of this session will provide community members with the minimum training needed to participate in the Volunteer Citizen Patrol Program. Those who choose to take their police engagement to a new level, will have the opportunity to wear a volunteer uniform and actively participate in crime reduction in their neighborhoods with police officers. Participation in this Volunteer Citizen Patrol Program is voluntary and not required for attendance.

Through the Community Police Academy, enrolled students will be encouraged to build a lasting partnership with the Department, with the goal of developing a relationship between the Los Angeles Police Department and community members we serve.

Each community member must meet the following criteria:

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

Interested community members should contact the West Los Angeles Community Relations Officer in Charge, Sergeant II Justin Scott at 33586@lapd.online or 310-444-0743.

4.  LA SANITATION – “DON’T FLUSH THAT” CAMPAIGN

Our sewer system carries wastewater to one of four plants, where it is highly treated and discharged into the river or ocean. Flushing anything but human waste and toilet paper can cause blockages, back ups, and sewer line breaks. When this happens, untreated sewage can enter the storm drain system and impact our beaches.

You can help protect our waterways, beaches, and the environment. Please don’t litter, and never use your toilet as a trash can.  Unused medicine and sharps such as needles and lancets can be dropped off at SAFE Centers across the city. www.lacitysan.org/safecenters

Thank you for helping us keep our beaches and river clean!

5.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY – AUGUST HAPPENINGS

The Westwood Branch Library has a busy month of events and activities for adults, teens and children.  Some of the programs include:

• Science Night! Foldscopes
• Temple Dances of South India
• Popcorn and a Movie – Black Panther
• Poetry Open Mic
• Reducing Anxiety through Meditation

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

6.  FOUND KEYS

A homeowner on Glenmont found a set of keys in front of her house.  If you think they might be yours, please call (310) 474-6807.

7.  LAWN BOWLING AT HOLMBY PARK

Due to the high temperatures at midday, Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club has added twilight bowling every Tuesday & Wednesday starting at 5:30 PM. We shall offer free lesson during these more convenient times as well.

In addition, we shall have another Open House for area residents on Saturday, September 1st between 10 AM and noon with snacks and drinks.

For more information, please visit:
www.losangeleslawnbowling.com

8.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Dust Tracks: Black People on the Move – Wednesday, August 1 at the Hammer Museum.  Black people’s travel and mobility, from a daily commute, to short trips or just a walk in their own city, are often observed with incredulity, suspicion, or joy, depending on who’s looking.

Using a mix of sources—visual art, music, literature, film, and more—Tisa Bryant and Ernest Hardy trace and reflect on black movement both extraordinary and mundane.

Click here to see a list of weekly programs and exhibitions:  Hammer Museum

Westwood Village – Cinema Under the Stars – Cinema Under the Stars is a free outdoor family friendly summer movie series in the heart of Westwood Village. This year we’re taking the event to the streets and hosting it on the lower part of Broxton Ave (between Weyburn and Kinross), every other Friday night in August, kicking off on Friday, August 3rd.

Moviegoers bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in a unique outdoor setting.

Attendance is free and the event is open to the public.

Event Location: Lower Broxton
Pre-show Music and DJ Set: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Movie Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pm (approx. depending on the movie and sunset)

Movies & Dates:
Coco – Friday, August 3, 2018
Wreck-It Ralph – Friday, August 17, 2018
The Lion King – Friday, August 31, 2018

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Film Screening: Lives Well Lived – Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM at:

Los Angeles Center Studios
Beaudry Theatre
450 S. Bixel Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Join Belmont Village Senior Living for a documentary screening of Lives Well Lived, a film celebrating the wit and wisdom of 40 adults who are 75 to 100 years old and living their lives to the fullest. The pre-reception and film will be followed by a special Q&A with filmmaker Sky Bergman.

Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Parking is complimentary.
RSVP to 310-234-3044 by July 29. Seats are limited!

9.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

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

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

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

10.  RESIDENT ADS

WANTED: DOG/HOUSE SITTER

Wanted: dog and house sitter for October 19-26, 2018 in Westwood

Dog will then be seven months old. She’s a sweet white golden retriever. We need someone who will stay in the house overnight and during the day and won’t be gone more than about four hours at a time. Call Jackie at 310-948-3630 or Jeff at 310-467-4184.

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SEEKING HOUSEKEEPER

Looking for a reliable and detail oriented housekeeper for 1 full day a week to start immediately.  Please email Mark at mark@markestinc.com or text/call at 310-963-0749.

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SEEKING HOUSEKEEPER

Can anyone recommend a housekeeper, preferably English speaking.

Please contact Carrie at 310-480-3060

Thank you!

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JOB OPENING:
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

West Los Angeles Orthodox synagogue seeks part-time Women’s Leadership Development Director to:

• develop and strengthen women’s leadership skills
• identify and utilize women’s talents, abilities, and expertise
• promote women’s involvement and visibility in the synagogue and the larger Jewish community.

Applicant should be:

• knowledgeable about the unique aspects of women’s team building
• skilled at organizing and mobilizing the women of the community to determine their program needs and preferences
• able to facilitate the implementation of their ideas for programs through a process of discussion and discovery.

Hours are flexible in accordance with the project-based nature of responsibilities—from 5 to 20 hours per week. Besides live events and meetings, much of the work can be done from home. The position is for one year, generating an estimated 16 programs, at an hourly pay of $20.  Please send resume by August 1 to westwoodkehillawomen@yahoo.com.

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TOP QUALITY FURNITURE FOR SALE

Please contact us at rstagg1@gmail.com if you are interested in purchasing any of the following top quality furniture from our home. Photos are attached.

• Mortise & Tenon dining room table. 96″x 42 1/2″. Excellent condition. $950.
• Mortise & Tenon matching living room/library chairs, gold jacquard fabric. Pristine condition. $350 for the pair.
• Palecek dining chairs. 4 matching chairs. Excellent condition. $600 for the set.
• Red love seat. Some fading in back. Otherwise, excellent condition. $300.

11.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month at 8:00 pm at Belmont Village (10475 Wilshire Blvd.).  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
July 20, 2018

 

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

1.  Street Repair Requests
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Parkway Tree Update
4.  Metro Purple Line Meeting
5.  Metro Construction – 405 On-Ramps and Off-Ramps
6.  Easy Recycling Tips
7.  Movie Premiere – Street Closures
8.  TGA Junior Golf at Holmby Park
9.  Upcoming Community Events
10.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
11.  Resident Ads
12.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  STREET REPAIR REQUESTS

The Bureau of Street Services has scheduled a Small Asphalt Repairs (SAR) truck (which is described as 1 small asphalt repair truck, consisting of 2 workers and asphalt), for the Westwood Neighborhood Council area, to perform small asphalt repairs on August 21, 2018.

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

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

If you are aware of any spots in our neighborhood that would be particularly good candidates for this program, please send requests to Dana at hwpoa@aol.com no later than Monday, July 30.  Please only send street repair requests, not sidewalks or curbs.

NOTE: Street repaving is not part of this program.  Please do not submit requests to repave streets.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

VEHICLE, STOLEN
Incident #: 180813172
800 BLOCK WARNER AV  |  7/13/2018 @ 1:00 PM

Robbery on Devon (between Strathmore & Lindbrook)
At about 2:30 PM on Thursday, July 19, two masked men and a woman driving a silver Infiniti burglarized a home by entering the locked rear door.  The suspects escaped within a short time down Devon towards Wilshire.  Suspects driving the same car burglarized a home south of Wilshire on Warnall at about the same time of day, two days earlier.  They escaped with a safe on Warnall.

If you see a silver Infiniti with potential suspects, please call the LAPD:

EMERGENCY: 911
LAPD NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273

We will forward additional information as it becomes available.

LAPD ADVICE – WHEN HELICOPTERS ARE CIRCLING:
LAPD has responded with “Air Support” recently to a few active burglary reports and/or traffic stops in the area. LAPD has advised that YOU can help yourself and the police by turning on all exterior lights AND by locking doors and windows until the situation has cleared. Some of our members have had their electrician install powerful LED flood lights in their backyard to light up the night when they hear or see something. Please understand that while a police helicopter hovering over your house at night can be disturbing, this is the BEST way to coordinate ground response teams to keep you safe!

3.  PARKWAY TREE UPDATE

Our parkway streets provide shade, aesthetic and environmental benefits, and significantly enhance the economic value of individual properties and the neighborhood.    The reverse is also true—houses without parkway trees are diminished in value and contribute to neighborhood decline.

Following up on the Holmby Westwood Parkway Tree Inventory presented by the UCLA Project Team at the HWPOA Annual Meeting, homeowners Marnie Bodek and Kathryn Welch Howe convened interested neighbors to discuss next steps.

At their meeting, the neighbors decided to form a Green Team, to increase neighborhood appreciation of our unique tree canopy and to build awareness of proper tree care and maintenance.  The Green Team also decided to partner with Tree People, the national non-profit environmental organization located in Coldwater Canyon,  to identify appropriate replacements for missing parkway trees, and with owners’ consent and participation, to plant trees on our “Dream Streets”—streets that have the highest number of missing trees.

For more information, please visit our website at:

Greening Holmby Westwood’s Parkways

Feel free to contact Marnie (mossbodek@msn.com) and Kathryn (khowe.kwh@gmail.com) for more information about Holmby Westwood street trees and how you can become involved.

4.  METRO PURPLE LINE MEETING

Purple Line Extension Section 3:
Metro and VA Purple Line Public Information Session

When:
Thursday, July 26, 2018, 5:00 – 6:30pm

Where:
West Los Angeles VA Campus
11301 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90073
Building 500 (Main Hospital), Room 1281

Description:
LA Metro and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is holding a joint meeting to share and discuss the Purple Line Extension Project as it relates to the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center Campus. Please join us!

Agenda:
Purple Line Extension Pre-Construction Update
Environmental Update

5.  METRO CONSTRUCTION – 405 ON-RAMPS & OFF-RAMPS

Summary:
Metro’s contractor will be performing minor construction activities as part of the completion of the Interstate 405 project.   Work began on June 26 and is anticipated to conclude in August.  Construction activities will take place at the on and offramps for Interstate 405 and in areas immediately adjacent to the freeway.  Activities include sign modification.   Most of the work is scheduled at night and on weekends to minimize impacts to traffic flow and the surrounding communities.

What:
Freeway sign modification

When:

• July 26, 2018 through August 1, 2018
• Monday – Friday, 9:00pm-6:00am
• Saturday – Sunday, 9:00pm-11:00am

Where:
I-405 On and offramps between Sunset and Santa Monica Boulevard

What to Expect:

• July 26-July 27:  Full closure of the southbound Sunset offramp from 10:00pm-6:00am
• July 26-July 27:  Full closure of the southbound Santa Monica offramp from 9:00pm-5:00am
• July 27-July 28:  Full closure of the southbound Sunset offramp from 11:00pm-7:00am
• July 28:  Closure of southbound Sunset offramp left turn lanes from 7:00am-11:00am
• July 28-29:  Full closure of the southbound Santa Monica offramp from 11:00pm-10:00am
• July 29-30:  Full closure of the southbound Santa Monica offramp from 9:00pm-5:00am
• July 30-31:  Full closure of the southbound Santa Monica offramp from 9:00pm-5:00am
• July 31-August 1:  Full closure of the southbound Santa Monica offramp from 9:00pm-5:00am

Contact Us:
Phone: 213.922.4229
Email:  geiere@metro.net

6.  EASY RECYCLING TIPS

Have you seen LA Sanitation’s Easy Recycling Tips flyer? It’s a great reference to hang in your home or office. Some laminate it and place it near recycling bins.

Easy Recycling Tips Flyer

Most of us have gotten pretty good at recycling in the kitchen. But do you remember to recycle in the bathroom? This recycLA video will help take your recycling efforts to the next level – together we will Make Waste History!

7.  MOVIE PREMIERE – STREET CLOSURES

Lionsgate Films will be holding the Premiere of “The Spy Who Dumped Me”, at 7:30pm on Wednesday, July 25th, 2018 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Avenue in Westwood Village.

There will be various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this event, feel free to contact Talia Shnaider at 310-742-1064 or 818-926-8319.

8.  TGA JUNIOR GOLF AT HOLMBY PARK

TGA Beginner Golf Camp

Holmby Hills – Weekly Camps
Mon-Fri
9a-3p (daycare available 8-5)
Cost: $399 per camper
Ages: 4-9

TGA Travel Golf Camp – Weekly Camp
Various Par 3 courses (LA)
Mon-Fri
9a-3p (daycare available)
Cost: $449 per camper
Ages: 8-14

Join TGA for the most exciting week of golf in Los Angeles!  With 2 options of play (beginner/course ready), TGA is ready to help your child achieve new heights in their game!  All TGA camps include morning instruction and afternoon play.  Academics, rules & etiquette, and a variety of play formats challenge each player to work on beating their personal bests.  TGA camps operate on a 10:1 ratio for practice and 4:1 ratio when on the course.  All staff are background checked, certified First Aid/CPR, and accomplished players.

Sign up today at www.PlayTGA.com/LosAngeles and call 310-333-0622 x 109 for information on discounts, equipment, scholarships and more!

For more information, please click here:
Holmby Golf Rack Card
TGA YouTube Channel

9.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Hammer Museum: Environmental Equity – Wednesday, July 25 at 7:30 PM at the Hammer Museum.  Environmental issues often disproportionately affect racial minority and low-income communities, putting those populations in greater danger of health risks.  Panelists discuss the multitude of factors at play in making environmental justice in Los Angeles more equitable across diverse communities.

Click here to see a list of weekly programs and exhibitions:  Hammer Museum

Film Screening: Lives Well Lived – Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM at:

Los Angeles Center Studios
Beaudry Theatre
450 S. Bixel Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Join Belmont Village Senior Living for a documentary screening of Lives Well Lived, a film celebrating the wit and wisdom of 40 adults who are 75 to 100 years old and living their lives to the fullest. The pre-reception and film will be followed by a special Q&A with filmmaker Sky Bergman.

Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Parking is complimentary.
RSVP to 310-234-3044 by July 29. Seats are limited!

Westwood Village – Cinema Under the Stars – Cinema Under the Stars is a free outdoor family friendly summer movie series in the heart of Westwood Village. This year we’re taking the event to the streets and hosting it on the lower part of Broxton Ave (between Weyburn and Kinross), every other Friday night in August, kicking off on Friday, August 3rd.

Moviegoers bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in a unique outdoor setting.

Attendance is free and the event is open to the public.

Event Location: Lower Broxton
Pre-show Music and DJ Set: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Movie Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pm (approx. depending on the movie and sunset)

Movies & Dates:
Coco – Friday, August 3, 2018
Wreck-It Ralph – Friday, August 17, 2018
The Lion King – Friday, August 31, 2018

10.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

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

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

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

11.  RESIDENT ADS

TOP QUALITY FURNITURE FOR SALE

Please contact us at rstagg1@gmail.com if you are interested in purchasing any of the following top quality furniture from our home. Photos are attached.

• Mortise & Tenon dining room table. 96″x 42 1/2″. Excellent condition. $950.
• Mortise & Tenon matching living room/library chairs, gold jacquard fabric. Pristine condition. $350 for the pair.
• Palecek dining chairs. 4 matching chairs. Excellent condition. $600 for the set.
• Red love seat. Some fading in back. Otherwise, excellent condition. $300.

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BEL AIR JEWISH PRESCHOOL

My children attended this preschool and I highly recommend it:

12.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month at 8:00 pm at Belmont Village (10475 Wilshire Blvd.).  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
July 13, 2018

 

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

1.  LAPD Crime Report
2.  Car Break-In Security Alert
3.  July 4th Photography
4.  Car Key Fobs – Security Advice
5.  Village for Vets – Donations Needed
6.  TGA Junior Golf at Holmby Park
7.  Become a Mediator
8.  Upcoming Community Events
9.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
10.  Resident Ads
11.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY – ATTEMPTED
Incident #: 180812825
900 BLOCK WESTHOLME AV  |  7/7/2018 @ 8:11 AM

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 180812875
800 BLOCK MALCOLM AV  |  7/8/2018 @ 3:48 AM

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 180812994
900 BLOCK HILTS AV  |  7/10/2018 @ 8:00 PM

You may access crime mapping at www.crimemapping.com to review recent crimes in your area. Sign up to receive alerts when crime is reported in your neighborhood.

E-Policing: http://www.lapdonline.org/e_policing
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311

2.  CAR BREAK-IN SECURITY ALERT

From SSA Security:

SUBJECT: BURGLARY/THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE
LOCATION:       800 BLOCK MALCOLM
DATE & TIME:   07-08-18; 3:38AM (ROUGH)

An SSA subscriber reported to SSA that on the above listed date and time, a male subjects, with a dark beard, dark knit cap, wearing a t-shirt and levis entered the driveway of the client.  The suspect was captured on the client’s Ring camera in front of their home entering the client’s locked vehicle.  It appears from the video he searched the glove compartment but took no property.

The suspect is then seen walking out of the driveway into a waiting car, a possible SUV, dark in color.  It is possible, there was a 2nd person in the car, driving.

SSA has attached stills from the Ring Video to show how cavalier the subject was and how quickly he maneuvered in and out of the vehicle.

The victim in this instance appears to have done everything right, locking the car, leaving nothing of value in the car.  It is a known fact, breaking into cars is the single most prevalent crime in the nation and in Los Angeles.

Here are some tips to possibly prevent a suspect breaking into your car in the future:

1. Hide, Lock and take out of sight (items in your car)
2. Thieves looks for items of value in plain sight
3. Thieves specifically look for briefcases, laptops, tablets, cell phones, wallets, jewelry, etc
4. Thieves initially check to see if the car is unlocked , if not and the items seen are of value, they WILL break in
5. Park behind locked gates or in the garage a if possible
6. If not possible to park behind gates/garages, park in the driveway and have sufficient lighting trained on  the car-ensure it is locked and nothing left inside
7. Never leave credit cards, checkbooks or large sums of money in your car
8. ENSURE TO SET THE ALARM ON THE CAR AND LOCK THE DOORS SO THAT IF OPENED, THE ALARM WILL SOUND
9. Record all serial numbers of valuable property and ensure it is not left in the car

The client has notified LAPD.

3.  JULY 4th PHOTOGRAPHY

A belated THANK YOU to homeowner Allyson Bunting for her fabulous photography of HWPOA’s July 4th Parade and Picnic!  Allyson captured the excitement and spirit of the day and her photo was featured on the cover of the Beverly Hills Courier.  We truly appreciate Allyson’s efforts!

4.  CAR KEY FOBS – SECURITY ADVICE

From USA Today:

Why you might want to wrap your car key fob in foil

Given that the best way to store your car keys at night is by putting them in a coffee can, what’s an ex-FBI agent’s advice to protect cars from theft during the day?

Wrap car fobs in aluminum foil.

“Although it’s not ideal, it is the most inexpensive way,” said Holly Hubert, a cybersecurity expert who retired in 2017 from the FBI in Buffalo, New York. “The cyber threat is so dynamic and ever changing, it’s hard for consumers to keep up.”

To read the complete article, please click here:
USA Today – Car Key Fob Article

5.  VILLAGE FOR VETS – DONATIONS NEEDED

Village for Vets has partnered with the Westside Food Bank  to provide up to 20 bags of dinner and breakfast snacks on a daily basis to Homeless Veterans staying overnight at the VA’s Safe Parking, L.A. parking lot!  The program is moving to a new location and expanding from 10 cars to 20 cars.  Your help will allow us to continue to provide this service on a daily basis!

Our program is in need of:

• Nonperishable sealed snacks
• Canned protein (tuna, Vienna sausages, chicken and more)
• Bottled water
• Volunteers to help make and deliver these bags of food each day.

The Veterans eagerly await them each day.

Our most immediate need is nonperishable food including canned protein, utensils and napkins, fruit cups, bottled water and more*.

A donated Refrigerator would enable us to begin to provide fresh fruits and vegetables!

Contact us to volunteer or to provide donated goods at info@villageforvets.org.

Click the DONATE button below and help us to continue to serve Homeless Veterans at the VA Campus!

*Note: Hot water is not available for Ramen or other instant food and drinks

DONATE TO VILLAGE FOR VETS

6.  TGA JUNIOR GOLF AT HOLMBY PARK

TGA Premier Junior Golf Camps offer an unforgettable experience for your child by combining expert instruction, course play and exciting activities that keep students engaged all day. With a low camper to instructor ratio and group pairings by age and skill, TGA camps provide ample individual attention and proper instruction for your child.

Holmby Summer Golf Camp is designed for the BEGINNING golfer and is available for ages 4-14. This camp stays at Holmby Park for the entire week.

For more information, please click here:
Holmby Golf Rack Card

7.  BECOME A MEDIATOR

The Los Angeles City Attorney Dispute Resolution Program is are pleased to announce the dates for our upcoming *Summer 2018 Basic Mediation Training*.

– *July 30 – August 1, 9AM-5PM*

Basic Mediation Training – Comprehensive mediation training and practical role play exercises in accordance with the CA Dispute Resolution Act (DRPA). (Location: South Los Angeles)

– *August 9 – 10, 9AM-5PM (Optional)*

This optional training is an advanced training for applicants who are interested and available in serving as a volunteer mediator with the Dispute Resolution Program 8 hours/week (minimum  4hours/week) and completing the 200 hour requirement to receive a Certificate of Completion. (Location: Downtown)

Both trainings are offered at no-cost.

Mediation is a valuable and powerful skill that can benefit all aspects of one’s life.  The Dispute Resolution Program offers mediation services free of charge to residents of Los Angeles County. Mediation is a method of alternative dispute resolution available to assist parties in resolving differences. Through this process, a volunteer mediator serves as a neutral third party to facilitate communication and assist parties in reaching a mutually accepted agreement. Mediation is confidential, participation is completely voluntary, and disputes are typically resolved in far less time than in the traditional justice system.

The Los Angeles City Attorney Dispute Resolution Program provides an opportunity for volunteer mediators to become “peacemakers” helping community members throughout Los Angeles build understanding and resolve conflicts.

The ideal candidate for this training is interested in helping people and their community, has availability to volunteer as a mediator for a minimum of 4 hours a week in our office in Los Angeles City Hall, has a valid CA driver’s license and clears a background check. Bilingual preferred, but not required.

Please confirm your interest in attending the Summer 2018 training by emailing us at mediate@lacity.org or by calling our office at (213) 978-1880.

Space is limited!

8.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Hammer Museum – Current programming includes:

• Free Summer Concerts – Thursdays in July
  
• FIFA World Cup Finals -Live Broadcast
• Rainbow of Desire: Theater of the Oppressed Workshop
• Pop-Up Studio: Dreams for Your Neighborhood

Click here to see a list of weekly programs and exhibitions:  Hammer Museum

Westwood Village – Cinema Under the Stars – Cinema Under the Stars is a free outdoor family friendly summer movie series in the heart of Westwood Village. This year we’re taking the event to the streets and hosting it on the lower part of Broxton Ave (between Weyburn and Kinross), every other Friday night in August, kicking off on Friday, August 3rd.

Moviegoers bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in a unique outdoor setting.

Attendance is free and the event is open to the public.

Event Location: Lower Broxton
Pre-show Music and DJ Set: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Movie Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pm (approx. depending on the movie and sunset)

Movies & Dates:
Coco – Friday, August 3, 2018
Wreck-It Ralph – Friday, August 17, 2018
The Lion King – Friday, August 31, 2018

9.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

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

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

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

10.  RESIDENT ADS

HOUSEKEEPER/BABYSITTER AVAILABLE

My housekeeper, Rosa, who works for me one day a week, is seeking extra day work as a housekeeper or babysitter.

Rosa drives her own car and speaks English. She has extensive child care experience, and is also a skillful cleaner as she used to work as a housekeeper at the Montage in Beverly Hills.  She is a responsible and reliable woman with a sweet disposition who is very kind and gentle-especially with children and pets.

I have known Rosa’s family for more than 23 years ( her mother worked for me 22 years until her retirement) and I can vouch for Rosa’s honesty and character.

Interested parties should contact Rosa directly at 1-323 670 3400

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DOG WALKER & PERSONAL ASSISTANT FOR HIRE

My name is Eli Clare. I live in the neighborhood and have a personal assistant/pet care/dog walking business. I am reliable, reasonably priced and have local references. Give me a try. Cell 310-310-9498 or email me at elirclare@gmail.com

11.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month at 8:00 pm at Belmont Village (10475 Wilshire Blvd.).  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
July 6, 2018

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

1.  July 4th Event – THANK YOU!
2.  Beat the Heat
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  Lawn Bowling Open House
5.  Scammers Posing as LADWP Employees
6.  Keep Up With Congressman Ted Lieu
7.  Input Needed – Vote Centers
8.  Westwood Village – Cinema Under the Stars
9.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
10.  Resident Ads
11.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  JULY 4th EVENT – THANK YOU!

A huge thank you to our residents and sponsors!!!

It was our 14th annual event and it was fantastic. It was a large and festive 4th of July celebration! See the pics below—it was a ton of fun!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

ACS Security has been feeding us for many years. They happily and swiftly cooked for the entire crowd. Their BBQ dedication was fantastic. To Debbie Allen and her volunteer staff, your dogs were delicious and the line was so super efficient. Amazing!

UCLA Health returned for the 4th year as our Platinum sponsor with a generous contribution that covered many of our expenses. Thank you, UCLA Health for your support of Holmby Westwood. All enjoyed the sunglasses, waters and beach ball giveaways.

Chris Fernicola of Kringle Displays: Making Creativity Visual. The July fourth decorations in Holmby Park were designed and installed by Chris Fernicola owner of Kringle Displays Los Angeles. Personalized seasonal, Holiday and Promotional Displays for: Retail Centers, Private Homes and Estates, Premium Hotels, Corporate Offices and Public Spaces.

City Target in Westwood kept kids smiling lemonade. Thank you to Shaunice and her friendly Target team and to the new store owner, Shawn, for making it happen.

Ralphs in Westwood donated water bottles and was our Gold sponsor.

Our local realtors deserve our appreciation for their sponsorship. Their sponsorship covered all the kids activities, including the DJ, obstacle courses and crafts.

• Mark Rogo
• Jim Bremner
• Jordana Leigh
• Larry Young
• Jane Gavens
• Caron Schwartz

THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM:

Esther Magna, Caron Schwartz, Rachelle Guerin, Dennis Rosenblatt, Phil Gabriel, Rochelle Glucksman,  Katherine Meyer, Randie Kleinman, Steve Sann, Mark Magna, Hedy Magna made a great team with the fantastic help of Dana and Sandy.

Want to help next year? Email Esther: emagna@msn.com

SPREAD THE WORD about the good work HWPOA does for the benefit of its residents. Community building, regular email communication among the 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 $95 annually to join HWPOA. You must pay the dues to be a member; being a resident alone won’t do it. Contact HWPOA at hwpoa@aol.com to sign up.

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: Debra Allen, (310) 475-9016

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

Chris Fernicola of Kringle Displays Making Creativity Visual
For more information, Chris can be reached at chrisportnj@aol.com
310.625.0118

Our local realtors:

Jim Bremner:
http://www.jamesbremner.com/

Larry Young:
http://www.larryyoungwestside.com/

Jane Gavens:
www.brillgroup.com

Caron Schwartz:
http://www.caronschwartz.com/

Jordana Leigh:
http://jordanaleigh.rodeore.com/eng

Mark Rogo:
http://www.markrogo.com/

Ralphs on Le Conte

City Target on Weyburn

2.  BEAT THE HEAT

The next few days will be extremely hot outside. Our friends at the City’s Emergency Management Department have put together some helpful tips to beat the heat.

Summer months bring fun, sun, and heat! Sometimes, the heat can become dangerous, especially for children, pets, people who work outside, and people with certain health conditions. Staying safe in high heat is important. Follow these simple tips to stay cool:

• Drink plenty of cool water! Stay hydrated.
• Wear loose, light-colored clothing that will keep you cool. Wear sunscreen and a hat for protection.
• Check on neighbors who might be vulnerable to the heat, especially those without air conditioning.
• Never leave children or pets in a car – not even for one minute. Temperatures inside a car can quicky skyrocket to deadly levels.
• If you work or play outside, take frequent breaks to hydrate and cool off in the shade.
• Don’t forget the pets! Keep pets indoors if possible. If kept outside, give them plenty of water and shade to rest in.
• Symptoms of heat-related illness include dizziness, fatigue, faintness, headaches, muscle cramps, and increased thirst. If you experience these symptoms, seek medical attention.

For more information regarding cooling centers and heat-related illnesses please click here:

http://www.emergency.lacity.org/heat

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – PETTY ($950 & under)
Incident #: 180812666
MALCOLM & WILSHIRE  |  7/3/2018 @ 12:00 PM

WARM WEATHER “OPPORTUNISTS”
With warmer temperatures, we are tempted to open more windows and doors, and to spend more time away from home. In addition to summer vacations, your brief outings to the corner store or to walk your dog could be just the amount of time needed for an opportunist to find easy access into your home. FBI statistics reveal that there is a 10% increase in home burglaries during June, July and August. Here are five simple ways to lessen the chance of a home invasion making you the unlucky one:

• Close your home’s windows, especially ones on the ground floor, or any second floor window with easy access. If you leave doors open, be sure your security screens are locked. Never leave a sliding patio door partially open overnight.
• Every time you leave home, even for a short walk, close windows and doors and lock up!
• Keep your garage door closed. Even when working near the garage (yard work or lawn mowing) be aware that when you step away, even for a short time (bathroom break or a drink of water), you are leaving your home and belongings exposed.
• Close your car windows completely, lock the doors, and keep your keys with you at all times. “Cracked open” windows leave an opportunity to jimmy the locks. A car left running for air conditioning, and unattended, will likely net denial of an insurance claim. And by the way, DO NOT EVER leave children or animals in a closed car, running or not.
• Take all the precautions to secure your home before leaving on vacation. Having a friend or relative house sit might seem like a luxury, but it could make all the difference in providing that lived-in look that deters criminals.

4.  LAWN BOWLING OPEN HOUSE

Neighborhood residents are invited to try lawn bowling at the Open House on Saturday, July 7 at 9:30 am at Holmby Park .  We provide free snacks, drinks, all equipment and basic instructions. RSVP to Philip M. Fox at 310.273.7776, or Tom Seres at tomseres@att.net.

Residents are also welcome to try lawn bowling on Tuesdays and Thursdays after 10:30 AM, Wednesdays after 5:30 PM, or Saturdays after 9:30 AM.  See you there!

Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Newsletter

5.  SCAMMERS POSING AS LADWP EMPLOYEES

The Los Angeles Department of Water & Power is warning the public that there are various types of scams in which people posing as LADWP employees are contacting customers and attempting to sell energy or water related products, or demanding payment for non-existent water and power bills. The scammers may use strong sales tactics or even threaten to shut off services. What can make the scheme even harder to detect is the increasing use of sophisticated communication technology that mimics phone numbers, making the caller ID appear to be from a trusted source. Here are some tips that might help you determine whether the call is legitimate or a scam.

Know that LADWP will NEVER:

• Allow you to provide your credit card to a live LADWP operator to make payment;
• Accept pre-paid cash cards (e.g. Green Dot) as tender for payment; or,
• Call customers threatening to immediately disconnect their water or power service unless the customer makes a prompt payment over the phone.

What can you do if you get a suspicious call from someone claiming to be from LADWP?

• NEVER give out any personal information including credit card or banking information to the caller; and
• Hang up and dial 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397) directly.

6.  KEEP UP WITH CONGRESSMAN TED LIEU

It’s hard to keep up with everything that’s happening in Washington these days, but one easy way to stay up-to-date with my work in Congress is through social media. Learn how my office is working hard to better serve you. You can follow all my official accounts at @RepTedLieu. Simply click on the links below to stay informed!

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/reptedlieu
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/reptedlieu
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/reptedlieu
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/reptedlieu

I look forward to hearing from you and engaging on issues that matter most to you.

Sincerely,
Ted W. Lieu
Member of Congress

7.  INPUT NEEDED  – VOTE CENTERS

In 2020, LA County is stepping away from polling places and moving to Vote Centers – providing voters with greater convenience, accessibility and time to vote. We want YOUR help in choosing the locations of these Vote Centers.

Suggest a location for a Vote Center: http://vsap.lavote.net/vote-center-placement-project/

Modernizing the voting experience is stemmed directly from the California Voter’s Choice Act, which some Counties in California are already implementing. View our California Voter’s Choice Act fact sheet for more info: http://vsap.lavote.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/CVCA_Flyer_2020.pdf

Take a look at what the future Vote Center model looks like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fC_-8Nl-O3U&t=36s

8.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE – CINEMA UNDER THE STARS

Cinema Under the Stars is a free outdoor family friendly summer movie series in the heart of Westwood Village. This year we’re taking the event to the streets and hosting it on the lower part of Broxton Ave (between Weyburn and Kinross), every other Friday night in August, kicking off on Friday, August 3rd.

Moviegoers bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in a unique outdoor setting.

Attendance is free and the event is open to the public.

Event Location: Lower Broxton
Pre-show Music and DJ Set: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Movie Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pm (approx. depending on the movie and sunset)

Movies & Dates:
Coco – Friday, August 3, 2018
Wreck-It Ralph – Friday, August 17, 2018
The Lion King – Friday, August 31, 2018

9.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

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

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

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

10.  RESIDENT ADS

DOG WALKER & PERSONAL ASSISTANT FOR HIRE

My name is Eli Clare. I live in the neighborhood and have a personal assistant/pet care/dog walking business. I am reliable, reasonably priced and have local references. Give me a try. Cell 310-310-9498 or email me at elirclare@gmail.com

11.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month at 8:00 pm at Belmont Village (10475 Wilshire Blvd.).  Please confirm prior to attending.

Tomorrow is the day!

HWPOA’S 4th of JULY PARADE & PICNIC

Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts
and much more!

Decorate your scooters and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together.

We will kick off at
10:00 am on Wednesday, July 4th
at Warner Ave. School (on Loring at Holmby)

Be sure to thank our sponsors who are spending their holiday with our neighborhood:

• ACS Security: Hot Dog grilling
• UCLA Health: Our Platinum Sponsor
• City Target: Face Painting and Lemonade
• Ralphs Westwood: Gold Sponsor
• Chris Fernicola of Kringle Displays: Making Creativity Visual – The July fourth decorations in Holmby Park are up; they were designed and installed by Chris Fernicola owner of Kringle Displays Los Angeles.  For more information, Chris can be reached at chrisportnj@aol.com

Our local Realtors, each have sponsored the awesome kids activities:

• The “Jordana Leigh” Speed Obstacle Course
• The “Jim Bremner” Mega Obstacle Course
• The “Larry Young” Toddler Amusement Park
• The “Jane Gavens” Arts and Crafts Tent
• The “Mark Rogo” DJ Booth to fill the park with jamming music
• The “Caron Schwartz” Cookie Tent

Note that parents/grandparents are asked to supervise kids to the extent possible, as we will not provide paid or volunteer supervision for the kids activities. This is a free community event, so let’s all enjoy safely and festively together.

Your parade team: Esther Magna, Rachelle Guerin, Caron Schwartz, Dennis Rosenblatt, Rochelle Glucksman, Randie Kleinman, Katherine Meyer, Phil Gabriel, and of course, Dana and Sandy

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