HOLMBY NEWS
May 7, 2021
From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.
1. HWPOA Board Meeting – Video Conference
2. Yellow Tier Re-Openings
3. LAPD Crime Report & Zoom Meeting
4. Playground Design at Holmby Park
5. UN4LA – United Neighborhoods for L.A.
6. Summer Camp at Westwood Rec. Center
7. Food Donations – Collins & Katz Family YMCA
8. Mothers’ Day Gifts from Westwood Village
9. Activities & Things to Do
10. HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
11. Resident Ads
12. HWPOA Contact Information
1. HWPOA BOARD MEETING – VIDEO CONFERENCE
On Tuesday, May 11 at 7:30 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting. Due to social distancing restrictions, the meeting will be a video-conference held online via Zoom. Please click here to see the agenda.
Members of the community are welcome to join the Zoom call. Please let us know if you plan to attend and we will send you the link to access the video-conference. Email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com.
2. YELLOW TIER RE-OPENINGS
Earlier this week, Los Angeles County officially met the threshold for the least restrictive Yellow Tier in the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy.
A revised Los Angeles County Health Officer Order went into effect on Thursday, May 6, to reflect newly permitted activities. Moving into the yellow tier allows for increases in capacity in many sectors. All of these changes will still require safety modifications, including masking, distancing and infection control to reduce the risk of transmission.
3. LAPD CRIME REPORT & ZOOM MEETING
THEFT – PETTY (plain theft-petty) ($950 & under)
Incident #: 210808830
WILSHIRE BL & WESTHOLME AV | 4/21/2021 @ 5:50 PM
VEHICLE, STOLEN
Incident #: 210808877
10700 BLOCK WEYBURN AV | 4/28/2021 @ 10:00 PM
BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 210808978
400 BLOCK LOMOND AV | 4/25/2021 @ 6:00 PM
LAPD COMMUNITY UPDATE – ZOOM MEETING
You are invited to a Virtual West LAPD Community Update Zoom Video Meeting – Wednesday, May 12, 2021.
If you have specific questions for Captain Jonathan Tom, email them to ringler@mac.com or text him at (310) 365-5723 by Noon – Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Questions will be forwarded to him.
Captain Jonathan Tom, Commanding Officer – WLA Area Division and available SLO’s will also be updating us on current events in West LA.
Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00pm
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://lapd.zoom.us/j/2087969708?pwd=RHdJL2tpb3NXaFpERHovS0l6SU1UQT09
Meeting ID: 208 796 9708
Passcode: 915421
4. PLAYGROUND DESIGN AT HOLMBY PARK
New playground equipment is being planned for the children’s area at Holmby Park. Click below to see the renderings/concept for the playground:
Holmby Park Playground Project – concept design
The Dept. of Recreation and Parks will be presenting this new design at the May 13 meeting of the Holmby Park Advisory Board. Your input into what is needed and your comments as to what has been planned are important.
HOLMBY PARK ADVISORY BOARD
Thursday, May 13, 2021
5:00PM – 7:00PM
(via Zoom)
Join Zoom Meeting by computer:
https://usc.zoom.us/j/9828400171
Meeting ID: 982 840 0171
Or by one tap mobile
+1-669-900-6833 982 840 0171#
Or call in: (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 982 840 0171
If calling in, Press #9 to raise your hand.
Please plan to join the conversation. When the city intends to spend $1.3 million dollars in your neighborhood park, take full advantage and make your thoughts known. This review is not planned to be shown again. Many neighbors have asked about the playground equipment. Now is the time to speak up.
Mark your calendar!
Sandy Brown
5. UN4LA – UNITED NEIGHBORHOODS FOR L.A.
UN4LA hopes to bring communities together to plan for a sustainable future. Growth in LA County must be shaped by community engagement, not developer dollars.
The LA area is facing a number of crises on different fronts. We need to make sure our elected officials are making decisions based on real data and hard facts, not aggressive lobbying and wishful thinking. Please take a moment to check out UN4LA’s upgraded web page.
This month’s UN4LA newsletter includes information about:
- Court Battle Over Homeless Crisis
- Digital Billboards and Data Collection
- Celebration of Paul R. Williams, Architect
6. SUMMER CAMP AT WESTWOOD REC. CENTER
Registration is now open for Summer Play L.A. 2021 at Westwood Recreation Center:
7. FOOD DONATIONS – COLLINS & KATZ FAMILY YMCA
The Collins & Katz Family YMCA is now accepting donations of food which is distributed to neighbors in need on Thursdays. They welcome donations of food—the best items are non-perishable, and those that would be considered healthy supplements to produce. Rice, beans, pasta, canned vegetables and proteins all are good additions.
The best times to drop off are Thursdays between 8:00 am and 10:00 am in the parking structure at the YMCA, 1466 S Westgate Ave. (near University High School). They are also conducting a monetary drive to support food distribution, as well as distance learning and other programs—more info at: www.ymcaLA.org/ckGive
Collins & Katz Family YMCA
1466 S. Westgate Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90025
Phone: 424 465 5200
www.ymcaLA.org/collinskatz
8. MOTHERS’ DAY GIFTS FROM WESTWOOD VILLAGE
Mother’s Day 2021 is just around the corner. We have a list of some of the best gift suggestions for every superwoman on your list: moms, new moms, step-moms, grandmothers, aunts, and more.
For a full list of all of Westwood Village’s businesses and places to eat brunch, lunch, or dinner, please visit, www.thewestwoodvillage.com.
WESTWOOD FLOWER GARDEN
At Westwood Flower Garden, their staff does all the bouquets with passion, and you are guaranteed to receive fresh and beautiful flowers every time with an additional personal touch. The Westwood Flower Garden will expertly arrange your bouquet of beautiful flowers and can even create a custom arrangement or gift basket for your special occasion.
Westwood Flower Garden
1091 Gayley Avenue
310-208-4000
westwoodflowergarden.com
MURIEL CHASTANET FINE JEWELRY
If you’re looking for a piece of unique, bold jewelry, you absolutely must come to Muriel Chastanet’s. Muriel Chastanet’s has wonderful pieces, many handmade by the owners themselves or from estate sales. They have a wide selection in all price ranges. And, if you need something custom-designed, they will help you create something special just for you.
Muriel Chastanet Fine Jewelry
1111 Glendon Avenue
310-208-0012
instagram.com/murielchastanet_finejewelry
MICHAEL K JEWELERS
Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, bracelet, pair of earrings, a beautiful diamond necklace, or simply a gift, Michael K. Jewelers has it all. Located in the heart of Westwood Village, they are known for providing excellent service and the finest quality jewelry for the best prices. Shop in-store or online and get 30% off. Use code: MAMA. Complimentary gift wrapping for all Mother’s Day gifts!
Michael K Jewelers
1093 1/2 Broxton Ave.
310-208-1818
michaelkjewelers.com
SARAH LEONARD FINE JEWELERS
Sarah Leonard Fine Jeweler is family-owned and operated, selling fine diamonds, gemstones & jewelry since 1946 in Westwood Village. Specializing in diamonds, colored gems, engagement rings, wedding bands, designer collections, custom work, repairs, and appraisals. Special customizable “With You” Mother’s Day lockets starting at $95!
Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers
1055 Westwood Blvd.
310-208-3131
sarahleonardjewelers.com
9. ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO
The Los Angeles Public Library presents:
THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF MEDITATION
Monday, May 10th, at 6:00 p.m. (via Zoom)
Join us on Zoom for “The Transformative Power of Meditation”. Doug Frankel, long-time meditator, will show you how to take a step away from the noise and strain of modern life. There will even be a short meditation sitting.
Experience the Transformative Power of Meditation
Monday, May 10⋅6:00 – 7:00pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://lapl.zoom.us/j/85207766967?pwd=dm5pRFBibFNibDhQZjVvQUJNS0pvUT09
Meeting ID: 852 0776 6967
Passcode: 085830
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 lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will 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
SEEKING CAREGIVER
Wanted: Female caregiver for an elderly woman, 5 days a week with Friday and Sunday off. Must drive. Cooking and light housekeeping. Lives on the Wilshire corridor. Must speak English, have good reference(s) and must be vaccinated for COVID.
Contact: Claire at (310) 441-0332
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. Please confirm prior to attending.