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:
- Hide, Lock and take out of sight (items in your car)
- Thieves looks for items of value in plain sight
- Thieves specifically look for briefcases, laptops, tablets, cell phones, wallets, jewelry, etc
- Thieves initially check to see if the car is unlocked , if not and the items seen are of value, they WILL break in
- Park behind locked gates or in the garage a if possible
- 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
- Never leave credit cards, checkbooks or large sums of money in your car
- ENSURE TO SET THE ALARM ON THE CAR AND LOCK THE DOORS SO THAT IF OPENED, THE ALARM WILL SOUND
- 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
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.