HOLMBY NEWS
August 23, 2024
From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.
1. LAPD Crime Report
2. Suspicious Activity at the Post Office
3. Update on California Homeowners Insurance
4. Hammer Museum Fundraiser for Kids
5. Activities & Things to Do
6. Resident Ads
7. Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits
1. LAPD CRIME REPORT
VEHICLE, STOLEN
Incident #: 240810258
10500 BLOCK LE CONTE AV | 8/16/2024 @ 6:00 AM
File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website: click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org
2. SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY AT THE POST OFFICE
From Brentwood Homeowners Association:
Last week a member wrote to us that four to five tall young men, wearing fake beards and sunglasses, were harassing everyone entering the post office. In addition to yelling at patrons of the post office, the men were filming people as well as their cars/license plates.
LAPD advised us that unfortunately, this incident is part of a group that calls itself “First Amendment Auditors.” They show up at post offices, police station lobbies, sidewalks as well as private businesses and harass people so they can film their reaction, post it online and increase their views. In addition, they try and bait people to get angry and attack them so they can call the police and do a private person’s arrest for battery. Sometimes they try and sue.
The best thing to do is just ignore them and go about your business. If they get a reaction in a certain location they will definitely come back.
3. UPDATE ON CALIFORNIA HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE
As you may know, 7 of the top 12 insurance companies have paused or restricted new business in California. Since these 12 companies comprise 85% of the State’s homeowners market, the impact of these decisions is greatly felt by homeowners in Los Angeles.
In response to the State’s insurance crisis, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara is taking steps to restore insurance options through his Sustainable Insurance Strategy
A new regulation is being proposed as part of this strategy. Read more on how you can provide public comment on this regulation and attend the hearing on September 17.
Sustainable Insurance Strategy
Information and Public Hearing
4. HAMMER MUSEUM FUNDRAISER FOR KIDS
Tickets are now available for K.A.M.P. (Kids’ Art Museum Project), the Hammer Museum’s 15th annual family fundraiser that invites kids to get creative with Los Angeles–based artists. Attendees can participate in family-friendly art workshops designed by prominent Los Angeles artists and enjoy your favorite children’s stories read by special celebrity guests!
Proceeds from K.A.M.P. support Hammer Kids, which offers free programming to thousands of children and families throughout the year.
K.A.M.P.
Kids Art Museum Project
Sunday, September 29
10AM-2PM
$250 per person
Ticket bundles also available
5. ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO
Roller Skate in Santa Monica
Now through October 14
at 1324 5th St. in Santa Monica
Downtown Santa Monica has opened its first-ever seasonal roller skating rink, Roll @ Santa Monica, bringing a new recreational option to the beachside community. The 4,800-square-foot outdoor rink, managed by Willy Bietak Productions, will be open from August 10 through October 14 at 1324 5th Street.
With colorful skates, lessons from the LA Skate Hunnies, and hip music from the DJ on duty, it’s a great way to enjoy yourself with friends while getting some exercise and fresh air while working on your skating skills.
Day of the Dog Festival
Saturday, Sept. 7, from 12pm to 5pm
on Main Street in Santa Monica
The Day of the Dog Festival, North America’s largest festival dedicated to dogs, is returning to Main Street in Santa Monica on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 12pm to 5pm. This free event will benefit the Just Love Animals Society, a nonprofit focused on community outreach and animal welfare.
The Day of the Dog will take place on two full city blocks of Main Street, where streets will be closed for the event. Public parking is available at Santa Monica Beach Parking Lot 5.
The festival is expected to attract over 10,000 attendees and features more than 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest dog products and trends, according to a release from organizers. Attendees can participate in a variety of canine-themed activities, including a 100-foot pool party, dog races, a foam party for pups, and a dog surfing wave machine.
Read more at https://smmirror.com/2024/08/north-americas-biggest-dog-festival-to-return-to-santa-monica/
6. RESIDENT ADS
ANATOMIE TRUNK SHOW IN LITTLE HOLMBY
Anatomie trunk show (sportswear for men and women) in Little Holmby today, tomorrow and Sunday! The full collection, including great limited edition pieces. Great clothing for every day casual, travel, golf, tennis and pickle ball. Everything’s made from our exclusive European wrinkle-free fabric. New clients receive 10% off their first order.
Call, text or email Denise for details: (310) 721-2500; dzbarta@aol.com
HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.
HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News. When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review. Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.
7. LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS
Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members. We hope to add more as often as we can. Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.
Current benefits include:
- ACS Security – $150 account credit towards Patrol or Alarm Monitoring*. Please call 310-446-0527 ext 3 or email info@acssecurity.com and mention Holmby Hills July 4th.
*New customers only, agreement required. - Danny Boy’s Famous Original – Complimentary cheese pizza when you place your first large order over $50. Valid online through 10/31/24. Click below for details.
- Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair
Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/
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.