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By Terelle Jerricks, Managing Editor

otal Transportation Services driver Dennis Martinez was clear about his reasons for striking against his company on April 28 and 29 at the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles terminal entrances. His employer is picking Martinez’s pocket and that of

other drivers, and he’s not going to take it anymore.Retailers such as Target, JCrew, Polo Ralph Lauren,

Skechers and Home Depot contract goods movement companies such as Total Transportation Services, Green Fleet and Pacific 9 to haul their imports from the ports to their warehouses.

Martinez, a husband and father of four, experienced first hand some of the ways goods movement companies pick their worker’s pockets. In November 2013, Martinez was involved in an accident that put his truck out of commission for five weeks. Initially, Martinez was told he couldn’t use another truck. But at some point the company changed their policy. Their revisions allowed drivers to rent a truck from the company or from another driver with the company. Drivers renting a truck from TTSI would have to pay $600 per week on top of all the expenses related to fuel and upkeep.

“Not only did I have to pay the rental cost, I had to pay the towing fees and the repair cost [of the truck damaged in the accident],” Martinez said.

Martinez earns $30 for a single load to a local destination and $50 per for long distance loads. He runs, on average, six loads a day. However the number of loads he can transport decreases dramatically if there’s a slow down at the ports preventing him from picking and leaving with load on time.

When Martinez went back to work Jan. 24, the company began deducting between $300 and $325 from his paycheck every week. That’s on top of the fuel cost. On a good week, Martinez earns $700 after expenses are paid.

On April 21, the Los Angeles City Council Committee on Trade, Commerce and Tourism, chaired by Tom Labonge, had a special meeting at the Port of Los Angeles Headquarters in San Pedro. The prime reason for their presence was to consider POLA’s report in response to the TraPac Terminal budget fiasco.

The council had charged POLA to

respond on three points:I. Specific procedural changes that

will be made to rectify the issues raised in the reporting of this program to ensure that such issues do not recur.

II. A study on the impacts of container terminal automation, specifically on the impacts on the port, workforce, community, etc.; and a cost-benefit analysis that takes into consideration the competitive challenges facing the port.

III. A plan for integrating a liaison between labor and the Harbor Department vendors.

However, the vast majority of the agenda item focus was on the first point, guided by a report prepared by Bronner Group LLC. Its recommendations were all along the lines of bureaucratic restructuring to do things that any thoughtful citizen

Trapac Followup Still Leaves Labor in LimboCity Council Committee Meets In San Pedro, ILWU 13 President Gives Them an EarfulBy Paul Rosenberg, Senior Editor

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Port Truckers Protest Green Fleet/ to p. 7Labor in Limbo/ to p. 6

Elks Lodge Arson Suspect Arrested p. 3

Phillip 66 Chickens Out on Wilmington Meeting on Oil Spill p. 3

Brouwjeri West at CrAFTEd to open January 2015 p. 11

Port truckers, backed by labor rights group Change to Win, strike against goods movement companies April 28 and 29. Photo by robin doyno

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City Councilman Joe Buscaino, flanked by fire de-partment officials at a press conference at the San Pedro Elks Lodge on Apirl 29, announced the arrest of the suspected arson. Photo by Bob Favro.

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The Local Publication You Actually Read May 2 - 15, 2014

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Community Announcements:

Harbor Arearainbow Service ribbon Cutting

Join the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce the ribbon cutting of Rainbow Services, from 5 to 9 p.m. May 1.details: www.rainbowservicesdv.orgVenue: Rainbow ServicesLocation: 562 W. 8th St., San Pedro

Wilmington Neighborhood Council Seeking Candidates

The Wilmington Neighborhood Council is hosting its board election, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 3, at the Wilmington Recreation Center.details: http://empowerla.org/wilmington/wilmington-nc-2014-elections/Venue: Wilmington Recreation Center.Location: 425 N. Neptune Ave., Wilmington

NWSPNC ElectionsThe Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood

Council will host its elections from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 6 at Peck Park. Stakeholders will have the opportunity to meet candidates at 6 p.m. May 6 at Peck Park.

Stakeholders eligible to vote are 16 years old or older and work, live, own property, attend school or belong to an organization.details: www.nwsanpedro.orgVenue: Peck ParkLocation: 560 N. Western Ave., San Pedro

Harbor Gateway North Neighborhood Council Seeking Candidates

The Harbor Gateway North Neighborhood Council is its board election, from 2 to 8 p.m. May 6, at the 135th Street School.details: http://empowerla.org/hgnnc/harbor-gateway-north-nc-2014-electionsVenue: 135th Street SchoolLocation: 801 W, 135th St., Gardena

Job Fair 2014Participate in the Job Fair 2014, from 9 a.m.

to 12 p.m. May 8, at Harbor Occupational Center in San Pedro.details: (310) 547-5551Venue: Harbor Occupational CenterLocation: 740 N. Pacific Ave., San Pedro

Gerald desmond Bridge replacement Project Workshop

Community members are invited to an informal, open house-style workshop about the Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement Project, from 7 to 9:30 a.m. May 8, at the Hotel Maya in Long Beach.details: www.polb.comVenue: Hotel MayaLocation: 700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach

South I-710 to Westbound Ocean Boulevard to Close

The southbound Interstate 710 freeway connector to westbound Ocean Boulevard is scheduled to close at 10 a.m. May 10 so it can be demolished as part of the Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement Project. The date is subject to change. Southbound I-710 traffic heading to Terminal Island will be diverted onto southbound Pico Avenue, then to an on-ramp that rejoins westbound Ocean to cross the Desmond Bridge.

Demolishing the ramp will require a short-term closure of southbound Harbor Scenic Drive, which is scheduled to close May 23, and reopen by noon May 26.details: www.newgdbridge.com

Long Beach Organizations Gather for Community Forum

The Long Beach Coalition group to End Wage Theft will gather, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 10 at the First Congregational Church.details: joanna@filipinomigrantcenter.org.Venue: First Congregational ChurchLocation: 241 Cedar Ave., Long Beach

CErT Training Begins The Los Angeles County Fire Department

hosting a Community Emergency Response Training program provides basic training in safety and life saving skills for the public.

Phillip 66 Chickens Out On Wilmington Spill MeetingResidents Hope Chickens Come Home to Roost By Terelle Jerricks, Managing Editor

On April 24, Cong. Janice Hahn hosted an update meeting with Wilmington residents regarding this past month’s oil spill. Phillip 66 was scheduled to deliver the update and answer questions but according to Hahn, they had chickened out at the last minute.

“I invited Phillip 66 to come here tonight. I thought it was good opportunity for them to face you and tell you what they were going to do... how they were going to make you whole,” Hahn said. “They didn’t come.”

On March 18, Wilmington residents on the 1200 block of Neptune found oil bubbling beneath the cracks in the ground. The oil came from a fingertip-sized hole in an underground pipe belonging to Phillip 66.

Initially the oil refinery stated that it was almost positive that it was not to blame for the leak, but it later took responsibility and put the blame on one of its out-of-service pipes.

Typically, when an underground oil pipeline is withdrawn from use, it is supposed to be capped and the material inside vacuumed out.

Pedro Resident Arrested on Suspicion of Elks ArsonBy Zamná Ávila, Assistant Editor

Elks Arson Suspect/ to p. 4

No Show/ to p. 5Community Announcements/ to p. 4

Sources in the San Pedro and Rancho Palos Verdes communities believe Nick Pecarich may have been responsible for a string of vandalism acts that culminated in the arson of the San Pedro Elks Lodge #966 in early hours of April 15.

“It is with great pride that I announce the arrest of 78-year-old Nick Pecarich of San Pedro, in connection with the April 15 greater alarm structure fire here at the San Pedro Elks Lodge,” said Councilman Joe Buscaino at an April 29 press conference. “The District Attorney’s Office has enough probable cause to make this arrest and it’s very case sensitive. We need to respect the judicial process moving forward and know that as swiftly as the agencies move forward on this arrest, we expect the judicial system to do the same.”

Arson investigators have remained tight lipped about the incident. Los Angeles Fire Department Deputy Chief Donald Frazier said he was unable to confirm when or where Pecarich would be arraigned. The only information made public was that he was arrested somewhere within the City of Los Angeles.

“Since there is additional casework to conduct, no comment will be made about the

factors, which led to his arrest,” Frazier said. Arson investigators confirmed his arrest in

the early afternoon of April 29. Pecarich was booked at the Los Angeles Police Department Metropolitan Detention Center for violation of Penal Code Section 451(c), Arson of a Structure. He is being held in lieu of $500,000 bail. The case will be forwarded to the District Attorney’s Office. A booking photo is not being released at this time.

Pecarich, who is suspected of being involved in damaging properties in the area, also is being investigated for starting the Elks Lodge fire.

Sources who spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the ongoing nature of the investigation, described Pecarich as a strong, tall, mean-spirited, older man, in his late 70s, who was dealing with loss and health issues. In the past year, Pecarich’s behavior had increasingly become inappropriate and verbally aggressive with acquaintances, some of whom have asked him to stay away.

Surveillance cameras show a vehicle backing into a large, glass door fixture at the side of Via Dolce Café in Rancho Palos Verdes at about 3:53

a.m. April 13.“We can’t say what’s on the surveillance

until the investigation is complete,” said Stephen Mollner, whose wife owns Via Dolce.

By 4:45 a.m. a surveillance camera at a San Pedro residence showed someone pulling a vehicle from that home out of the driveway and crashing into it with a silver Honda Ridgeline.

Around 8 a.m. the vehicle was recognized after the surveillance video was viewed.

The occupants of the home contacted the police, who after seeing the surveillance video, which did not clearly show his face, went to speak to Pecarich. He denied the incident and they did not make an arrest. Soon after the police left, Pecarich drove slowly through the street with the rope still dangling from the back of the car.

Later that day, a female resident of San Pedro, discovered her vehicle was also damaged. The other woman’s husband discovered broken glass that did not belong to her vehicle on the pavement. The woman said it was consistent with the type of industrial glass and green paint stains from the coffee shop. The same evidence that was also found near the driveway of the second home.

Also that morning, the Los Angeles Fire

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The training course will be a series of three classes, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May 10, May 17 and May 24 at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School in Rolling Hills Estates.details: (310) 377-8716; cheryldawson@cox.netVenue: Palos Verdes Peninsula High SchoolLocation: 27118 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills

draft Plan for a Healthy LA

The Draft Plan for a Healthy LA is now available for public review and public comment on the Plan for a Healthy Los Angeles website. Comments can be made in person at one of the seven planning forums or may be submitted in writing (including a name, telephone number, and contact information) by 5 p.m. May 13, to the following:

Elizabeth Carvajal, Citywide SectionDepartment of City Planning200 N. Spring Street, Room 667Los Angeles, CA 90012Fax: (213) 978-1477E-Mail: elizabeth.carvajal@lacity.org

Youth Service Award AvailableThe Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood

Council is currently accepting applications for a $500 award to a young person who has done outstanding service in the community. Applications can be downloaded from www.nwsanpedro.org. They are due June 10, 2014.

Community Announcements:

Harbor Area

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Elks Arson Suspect in Custody

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Department was called in to put out a small vegetation fire at the Elks Lodge, which lodge members believe was set on purpose.

Sources believe that Pecarich may have gone to the woman’s home after damaging the coffee shop and headed to the other home, where surveillance cameras identified the vehicle, then he set the small fire at the Elks, before coming back to that home.

Sources said Pecarich’s vehicle was impounded once the reports were made by the affected people. On April 14, Pecarich was seen driving a similar black-colored vehicle. Sources said he told other people that his car was stolen and that the insurance had issued him that vehicle.

People whose property had been damaged all knew Pecarich because he was a regular at the coffee shop.

On April 21, the Daily Breeze reported that on April 15, a man with a truck similar in description to the truck Pecarich was seen driving on April 14, appeared in the video footage of the nearby 24-hour Chevron station on Western Avenue. The

man in the surveillance tape bought a lighter and filled a 5-gallon can with gasoline at about 2:25 a.m.

Soon after, the fire at Elks Lodge was ignited. Rumors mentioned that an Elks Lodge neighbor saw a black vehicle driving off in the middle of night from the scene of the fire.

Sources believe Pecarich, who was a regular card player at the lodge, may have wanted to retaliate after being asked to leave the lodge.

An attendant said that the owner of the Chevron station was told not to answer any questions and that he is no longer commenting on the matter.

Arson investigators, at first, dismissed suspicions that Pecarich was involved in the Elks arson because they were looking at another person of interest. That man, who some describe as a former disgruntled employee, did not own a car. The former employee was cleared of suspicions, sources said.

On April 16, Pecarich was seen pacing up and down the street, lifting his shirt and putting his hands in his pants, as if he had a weapon. The police were called. After the officers who came that day were shown the surveillance video, the watch commander told them the suspect would be arrested and then he advised all affected parties to place a restraining order against Pecarich. Pecarich was charged with felony vandalism.

Police also found a stolen boat in his driveway. He was out on $20,000 bail, but sources were told he was taken in on a 5150 to a psychiatric ward for observation on April 17.

“I look out every night terrified that that guy is going catch us on fire,” one of the affected persons said. “We are all terrified.”

While they are not allowed to say where Pecarich is at this time, investigators have assured the affected parties that they are safe from him.

Sources said that Pecarich admitted to the vandalism on both vehicles late that week.

“We want to make sure that our customers are safe and that we are safe,” said Mollner, about the sensitivity of the case. “And that he gets help.”

Some sources cautioned that this all is circumstantial evidence at this time and that suspicions that taken as fact may result litigation issues.

“Here in San Pedro our hearts have been charred, but our spirits remain strong,” said Buscaino, an Elks member. “We will rebuild this lodge. This lodge will be bigger and better.”

In the meanwhile, the Dalmatian American Club has open their doors to Elks members for their meetings and activities.

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Janet Grothe, a spokeswoman for Phillips 66, said the company would investigate why oil remained in the pipe. She said it was taken out of service before Phillips 66 acquired it, 15 years ago.

More than 40 barrels of oil flowed onto residential properties. There was about 70 barrels in the pipe.

“According to them, it was out of service; it was inactive, so it had no oil in it,” Hahn noted. “So it was never inspected…An active pipeline is inspected every 5 years. If it’s abandoned it’s capped on both ends; it is cleared out, filled with some other material, but this one fell into a loophole.”

Work crews worked for almost three weeks to clean up the mess, blocking the residents’ narrow streets with heavy equipment. Residents reported that they were offered breakfast burritos and $100 gift cards to test their properties for oil contamination, though apparently not all were offered the gift card.

Hahn’s primary purpose for hosting the meeting in the front yard of a residence was to help residents file claims to recoup financial losses and get compensated for the inconvenience. Hahn reported that Philip 66 representatives will “fix everything we broke.” Hahn made clear she will keep them to that promise.

“If you think physically there are some things that they broke, if you think that some of the jack hammering damaged your driveway, they said if you fill out some of these claims forms, they said they would honor that,” Hahn explained, echoing the complaints of residents.

Communities for Safe Environment Director, Jesse Marquez, informed residents of a lawsuit that local environmental organizations filed against the Environmental Protection

Petroleum were allowed to drill in Carson, they will be selling their oil to Phillip 66,” Carter said. “There are many pipes beneath our homes in Carson. And the pipes they are talking about attaching to in Carson are from the 1920s, and they go down neighborhood streets near elementary schools, churches to right across the street from Cal State Dominguez and

Curtis Middle School.”She was there that night

and planned to go to other cities to marshal the support of other concerned residents to stop fracking in residential communities.

Carter noted that Carson recently passed a moratorium, but hopes that more cities will follow suit.

Agency regarding updated air quality standards for oil refineries.

“For 16 years they have not adopted new air quality standards for oil refineries,” Marquez explained. “They were supposed to update the standards every 5 years and they let it lapse for 16 years.”

Several weeks ago, environmental groups signed a court order that will result in the release of new standards this month. This, in turn, will result in public hearings that will include a public comment period, giving residents an opportunity to review and comment on the new standards. Then, by the following year, the standards have to be adopted as a new law.

Among the attendees at the community meetings were Carson residents who have mobilized against Occidental Petroleum’s plans to begin actively drilling for oil in old wells using horizontal directional drilling, a practice related to fracking.

Carson activist Latrice Carter linked Wilmington residents concerns with oil refineries with Carson’s activism against drilling.

“As you know, if Occidental

No Showfrom p. 3

As the 10th and latest president of California State University Dominguez Hills, Willie J. Hagan intends to focus on enabling the campus to accommodate thousands more students.

Having served as the college’s president since June 2012, he’s scheduled to be formally inaugurated at an investiture ceremony on May 2.

Hagan replaced Mildred Garcia, when she left Dominguez Hills to become president of California State University Fullerton.

“My investiture is a formal ceremony that—where they officially confer what I call the accoutrements of authority,” Hagan explained in an

exclusive interview. “It’s where they pass on the baton.”

Working at the University of Connecticut about 15 years ago, he was seeking a respite from the Connecticut winter and found a new job at Cal State University Fullerton. For almost eight years he served in several positions at Fullerton. From 2005 to 2011, he was chief financial officer and vice president of administration and finance, overseeing the university’s $380 million budget.

Then Fullerton’s president, Milton Gordon, retired. Chancellor Charles Reed asked Hagan to fill in until a new permanent president was hired. That was Garcia. Hagan was then assigned

Garcia’s former position on an interim basis in June 2012.

“At the time I planned to work for about two more years, and then retire in 2014,” Hagan said. However, he found being university president was more suited to a long-term commitment.

“You take the campus community in a direction and vision and rally around a common set of goals,” he explained. “You can’t stop that process and walk away after one or

two years.”He was named as the new

CSUDH president in fall 2013. He now intends to stay on for five to seven years.

“I really liked the faculty and the staff, the students,” he adds. “I loved the campus, and I felt this is a great place to work and a great place to try and get things done.”

As president, Hagan administers the university’s $132.6 million operating budget. Throughout the remainder of his administration he hopes to enable the campus to accommodate an additional 5,000 students.

“We have under 15,000 students,” he said. “Our goal when this campus was created, it’s about 20,000 people. It’s primarily budget and facilities that prevents us from going to 20,000 right now. The demand is tremendous. We had over 31,000 applicants last year.”

There will have to be more facilities to accommodate thousands of more students—more buildings for science, art and business. More faculty and staff must be hired. These plans are being made during a time of scarce resources.

“This campus has gone through a difficult fiscal period,” Hagan admits. “The past few years the State of California had a real bad situation. So, if we don’t have all that we like, how do we make sure the resources that we do have, are put to the best use?”

Hagan cites the library’s new undergraduate research center, as an example of what he’s already accomplished. CSUDH

Hagan Seeks Enrollment Increase By Lyn Jensen, Carson Reporter

CSUdH President/ to p. 6

rep. Janice Hahn hosted a community meeting to update Wilmington residents on Phillip 66 clean and restitution efforts. Photo by Terelle Jerricks

California State University dominguez Hills President, dr. Willie Hagan. Photo by Terelle Jerricks

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might have expected the port to already be doing.

For example, the first major recommendation was to “Restructure and Reinstitutionalize the Project Development Committee,” which consists of managers and deputy executive directors from several divisions which meets monthly to assess projects for submission to POLA’s board.

Bronner advised that it needed to be more formally structured, with more robust standards “for project prioritization and control.” It’s not clear what, exactly, the Project Development Committee has been doing previously, if not this.

In a similar spirit, the second recommendation

the labor costs and we talk about retraining the workforce. There’s not a single longshoreman today that’s been taken out of a position where his job is going to be lost through automation that’s been retrained. Not a single one. We have 6,800 members and not a single person has even enrolled in a program. ”

It’s a staggeringly simple fact, given how far the automation of Trapac has already gone, as Olvera proceeded to point out.

“The facility’s already started. We were out there the last two weeks, and when you talk about efficiency, you talk about getting the trucks out of the queue lines, getting them into the facilities, getting their cans loaded and getting them out of the gate.

“Anybody that went out and saw this operation will know, it’s not efficient. It’s slow. It’s arduous. You only have to look at Virginia, where APM terminals gave up the lease, because it was not a financially beneficial process for them.”

The automation process in Australia has been similarly problematic, over a period of nine years now, Olvera went on to say.

“We just sent a delegation there. They told us it’s still not working. They’re still trying to get the bugs out of it. So, really, what we’re looking at is taxpayer dollars, port dollars, that are going to provide benefits to companies, but not to the community. There’s been no transparency.”

Olvera then turned to ILWU’s own efforts to become part of the process and get its people trained for the off-setting work that Keenan had spoken of.

“We worked over four years ago to try to get the schematics and the repair manuals for the equipment that is going to be brought onto the facility, so that our workers would be prepared, so that when the equipment did arrive, we’d have the workers on the dock to say, ‘We’re here, we’re ready to fix the equipment,’ and we were blocked by that, by the port tenant.”

This is no longer a future problem, he went on to say. The future is now. The problem is now.

“We talked about new jobs,” he said. “We talk about losing 40 percent of the workforce. The facility is working right now. We’ve had two ships in where they brought off cargo. They can

was to “Implement a Full Project Lifecycle Accountability Structure.” So, no one’s previously been in charge of projects from soup to nuts? It’s an obvious question--but, unfortunately, there were no critical outsiders present to ask it, which may well be part of the problem.

The presentation of the Bronner report’s findings was followed by a discussion of the automation report, a more accessible document, but equally baffling in its own way, as it reported that automation is not a single, well-defined process and information is not always available.

“There’s no single universe to compare against,” said Assistant Director of Planning Michael Keenan, to put it bluntly.

The obvious big-picture predictions were that automation “will lead to reduction of ILWU labor, but will depend on the type of automation employed,” Keenan said.

It can be partially offset with repair and management jobs, as well as increased volumes.

If this all sounds more than a bit iffy, newly-elected ILWU Local 13 President Bobby Olvera Jr. wasted no time in pointing that out.

“First time here and I’m going to have to dispute pretty much everything that was just said,” he started off. “First of all, we look at

CSUDH Presidentfrom p. 5

On April 17, exhausted but jubilant, medical-cannabis collective operators Joe Grumbine and Joe Byron walked away free men from the new Long Beach Courthouse, ending a five-year legal nightmare.

In a surprise move, Deputy District Attorney Jodi Castano announced that the District Attorney’s Office had decided not to pursue the case. Judge Arthur Jean, who originally set bail at $560,000 in Dec. 2010 (an amount higher than for many violent offenders), presided.

“Dismissed,” said Judge Jean, and the duo was freed and exonerated.

The judicial nightmare began in December 2008, when Grumbine was transporting medical marijuana to supply his dispensary. He was pulled over for a routine traffic stop in Riverside and the officer searched his car. After Grumbine’s arrest, a Riverside County judge found Grumbine to be compliant in all California laws and dismissed the charges. Grumbine was absolved and the magistrate ordered all of Grumbine’s property returned.

But during October through December 2009, several Long Beach undercover officers presented “legitimate” physician’s recommendations to

call it testing. but when you bring the cargo off the ships, it’s revenue-generating, that’s working a vessel. And, you still have foreigners, you have people from outside this community wandering the docks, doing work that is traditional longshore work.”

Compared to the abstract bureaucratic discussion, which set the tone for the committee discussion, Olvera’s comments cut right to the core of what matters for San Pedro’s future—not just for the ILWU and its members, but for the whole community that depends on their wages being spent patronizing local businesses. It also speaks to the wide range of community activities the union and its members help keep alive.

“I don’t think we want to be standing in bread lines because we’re losing 40 percent of our work,” Olvera said. “It’s not good for the community. It’s not good for the port…So I would ask the two council members that are here, and the port to re-address both the lines of communication between Trapac, the ILWU and the port, to become more transparent in what’s

happening, and to assist the ILWU in demanding from Trapac that they provide the cross-training; that they put their money where their mouth is.”

Olvera’s comments were met with expressions of sympathy, but nothing substantive was discussed. Reference was made to a follow-up meeting to take place with ILWU the next day, April 22, but neither the union nor the port offered any substantive comment on what had happened when Random Lengths contacted them afterwards.

“Per the request of the Tourism and Trade Committee, port staff has been asked to report back in 90 days,” POLA spokesman Phillip Sanfield said. “Port officials plan to go over the issues raised at this week’s TTC meeting and follow up with an update to the committee. We’re going to decline the opportunity to discuss further until we report back to the committee.”

He did, however, offer one hopeful point of clarification.

“We plan to reach out to the ILWU as well as the in-house review,” Sanfield added.

the dispensaries. Clinic employees verified the physicians and their licensure standing. The “patients’” identifications were checked for residency and currency. The cops signed the collective agreements and obtained less than two ounces of medical cannabis within 12 visits.

In December 2009, more than 120 armed

police officers from Long Beach, Los Angeles and Orange County descended on multiple locations alleged of being involved in criminal enterprises. In a swat-style raid, complete with machine guns, helicopters and military dogs, they arrested 17 people (including disabled patients) and seized the contents of three dispensaries, two grow sites, residences and other unconnected businesses. Besides ransacking and removing many items with no accounting, police pointed assault weapons at Grumbine’s terrified wife and daughter and handcuffed them for hours.

A cumulative total of about $32,000 cash was confiscated. This included unrelated personal assets from uninvolved citizens. A note was received 30 days later that the money was sent to “asset forfeiture,” a black hole created by the government to swallow up assets regardless of people’s innocence.

In November 2011, Judge Charles Sheldon disallowed a medical defense for Grumbine and Byron. But, the 2nd District Court of Appeals overturned that decision. Sheldon issued a gag order prohibiting the defense from speaking to the press.

The medical-marijuana community rallied behind the Joes. For 18 days, the courtroom was filled with passionate supporters. Peaceful protesters picketed outside the courthouse.

“Those people gave me strength to stay the course,” said Grumbine.

The trial ended up being fraught with

questionable actions by Judge Sheldon and the jury found the men guilty on all counts. Declarations from numerous courtroom observers describing numerous miscarriages of justice were submitted for scrutiny. In January 2012, to the astonishment of a packed courtroom, Sheldon admitted that he had acted inappropriately and recused himself.

Judge Joan Comparet-Cassani overturned the jury verdict stating that she had never seen such a “terrible trial.” Judge Jean was selected for the new trial. On April 17, the District Attorney’s Office stated that they would not move forward with the case. Throughout their ordeal, the two men persistently refused to plea bargain and steadfastly maintained their innocence.

“I am sort of in disbelief after five years of hell,” Grumbine lamented in an exclusive interview. “Long Beach spent over 5 million taxpayer dollars in this fiasco. I just want my life back and the things that they stole.”

Joe Grumbine has since founded the Human Solution to help others in this same type of predicament—that of complying with state laws but being persecuted in spite of it. The non-profit grassroots organization focuses on legal harassment as a civil liberties matter.

“When enough of us stand up and demand due process, this will all come to an end,” Grumbine summarized.

The Human Solution can be contacted at (951) 436-6312 or info@the-human-solution.org.

Media Relations Specialist Amy Bentley-Smith provides some details, explaining via e-mail, “It was created as a direct result of the success and growth of CSU Dominguez Hills’ annual Student Research Day, where more than 200 students from across all disciplines present research, scholarship or creative activity projects (often done in partnership with faculty mentors) to the entire campus community.”

Hagan also cites CSUDH being named as a finalist for the 2013 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll Presidential Award, a national program to recognize the efforts of institutions to engage students in community service.

According to a campus press release, it’s the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering. CSU Dominguez Hills was among 13 other

finalists nationwide. During the past year more than 6,000 students logged more than 140,000 hours of community service through campus organizations or their classes.

“CSU Dominguez Hills is honored to have been named a finalist for the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll Presidential Award,” commented Hagan in the release. “This university believes strongly in providing opportunities for students to give back to their communities.”

On a campus, where roughly 75 percent of the student body is black or Hispanic, Hagan is also working to increase opportunities for minorities, especially in transportation, defense, and film and television.

“The research is showing that black and Hispanic males are not graduating at the high school level as well as they could,” he asserts. “So, in order to get them graduating from college, we have to get them into college. Work with the middle schools and high schools on special programs.”

Long Beach Pot Collective Duo Free After 5 YearsBy Diana Lejins, RLn Contributor

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On April 17, Superior Court Judge Arthur Jean dismissed all charges against Joe Grumbine, left, and Joe Byron more than two years after the pair were convicted of selling marijuana in Long Beach. File photo

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the Chamber as we move forward with our San Pedro 2020 Vision.”

Swanson noted, “This is an exciting time for the chamber with the development of the LA Waterfront and the Alta Sea Marine Research Center. The chamber is poised to be at the forefront in making sure that these developments benefit our current business community and attract new businesses to the area. It has truly been a privilege and an honor serving Congresswoman Hahn and I look forward to a continued partnership.”

Swanson will be filling a seat that’s been vacant for the past 18 months since the board voted

to not renew the contract of former Chamber President Betsy Cheek following her first term.

Chairman of the Chamber’s Board of Directors Randy Bowers was effusive about Swanson’s elevation to the Chamber presidency.

“With the addition of Elise Swanson to our current staff, we have enhanced our capacity to move our Chamber to the next level in business advocacy,” Bowers said.

Elise Swanson to Become San Pedro Chamber of Commerce PresidentBy Terelle Jerricks, Managing Editor

“I haven’t seen a good week in a long time,” Martinez said.

Other workers, such as Los Angeles port truck drivers Mateo Mares and Amilcar Cardona, who haul Skechers shoes from the Port of Los Angeles to their national distribution center, experienced retaliations from their companies for their organizing efforts.

According to Change to Win spokeswoman, Barbara Maynard, this actions is a part of the organization’s effort to call on retailers to

of terminal operations. When the coast arbitrator learned of the ILWU presence on the picket, the arbitrator ruled that their presence constituted as an unauthorized action and sent them back to work.

Nevertheless, Maynard was appreciative of solidarity the ILWU and the Teamster shown through the picketing.

“It’s very significant that he ILWU walked off the job in solidarity with the Truckers.

Though they come from very different economic positions, the ILWU is an inspiration for the truckers,” Maynard said.

“The ILWU has a long history of supporting union workers and their right to collective bargain. We respect and support the teamsters,” said ILWU Local 13 president, Bobby Olvera.

Terminal operation at Long Beach Container Terminal was tied up for the majority of the morning on April 28 and 29.

pressure their goods movement contractors to obey the labor laws.

“Look at the Clippers and sponsor reaction to Donald Sterling’s racist comments,” Maynard said. “That’s what should happen.” Changed to Win has gathered more than a 1,000 signatures from the public to pressure Green Fleet Systems. Maynard said that retailers must hold trucking companies accountable.

Longshore workers and Teamsters honored the drivers picket line, resulting in the slow down

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Rep. Janice Hahn’s District Director Elise Swanson resigned during the last full week of April 2014, to accept the appointment to the presidency and chief executive seat of the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce. Swanson’s start date is May 12, 2014.

Swanson is no stranger to the chamber board. She has served as the board’s vice-chairman, co-chair of the Economic Policy Committee and chair of the Business, Education and Arts Committee.

She brings 30 years of experience in economic development, small business development, fundraising, planning and outreach, having worked for the cities of Whittier and Santa Ana. From 2001 to 2006, she worked as then-Los Angeles City Councilwoman Janice Hahn’s director of Housing and Economic Development. She also served as vice president of governmental affairs for the Ponte Vista San Pedro project.

“I am so excited taking on this new role,” Swanson said in a released statement. “I appreciate the board’s confidence in me to lead

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Underneath the media circus that exploded in the wake of TMZ’s reporting of Donald Sterling’s racist rant, Sterling’s biracial mistress denials of sexual-romantic relationship and Sterling’s ban from the NBA, was the news that the Securities Exchange Commission subpoenaed Northern Trust for documents related to the company’s securities-lending activities.

Admittedly, it doesn’t have the sexual allure or glitz of a billionaire’s scandal, but it caught my eye just the same. Why you may ask? Because Northern Trust is the custodial bank for all of the pension funds for Los Angeles and has control over more money than Don Sterling could ever imagine.

Let me explain.Back towards the end of 2011, former City

Attorney Carmen A. Trutanich tried to get the Los Angeles City Employee’s Retirement System, LACERS to become a party with the City of Los Angeles in a $95 million lawsuit against Northern Trust—the bank that invests the $9.6 billion in assets for city employee’s retirements—for losses they incurred in the sub-prime mortgage crisis. LACERS refused to sign on to the lawsuit and Northern Trust subsequently settled with the city for a few million.

Never one to allow the timid to deny him victory, Trutanich sued Northern Trust again on behalf of “the people of California” in 2012 using the private law firm Stanzler Law Group of Palo Alto, Calif. Trutanich reasoned that this route to pursuing justice against Northern Trust would allow him to avoid using compromised attorneys. They are still taking depositions today, more than two years later.

been pointed at the city workers’ under-funded pension funds as the culprit behind the city’s budget deficit. This is true, but the fault lies more with banks like Northern Trust, which as this suit alleges, “made false claims” and promised “low- risk” investments rather than city workers and

managers that simply negotiated well for their benefit packages. Banks betting against their clients’ investments—the practice of banks investing pension funds in high risk sub-prime mortgage bonds while simultaneously using their own money to sell these same investments short—are to blame. Northern Trust like many Wall Street banks gamed the system and made billions in profits at the expense of our almost

collapsed financial system!For the past five years, Los Angeles, like many

other cities, has had to tighten its belt to back fill its pension fund obligations. This amounts up to some $200 million a year being siphoned directly out of the general fund. Miguel A. Santana, the city’s chief accounting officer, cautions that the pain is just going to get worse until 2018.

For perspective, this deficit amounts to about 3 percent of the overall budget. Two-hundred million dollars is a lot of money to folks like you and me who pay taxes and want our sidewalks fixed. The cure for this, however, is not to raise taxes, but to audit all of the city’s pension fund investments. The city controller and city attorney need to analyze these investments and the performance of all the custodial banks. These banks must be investigated for any malfeasance or conflict of interest in their investments on behalf of Los Angeles. In other words, do a forensic “performance review” of the financial investments of the city and when “mismanagement of securities” is discovered, sue to recover our lost assets.

What’s at stake here is not just this one $95 million lawsuit against Northern Trust, but the several hundreds of millions of dollars of the city’s four or five pension funds that banks like Northern Trust (or others) manage. I doubt there are many inside of the city “family” with the courage or the talent to expose this kind of financial corruption. But if we are to accept Mayor Eric Garcetti’s pledge of getting “back to basics” in city governance, I can think of no more basic a principle than managing the fiscal side of the city’s pension fund investments in a responsible and profitable manner.

But again, this is not a very sexy story. It doesn’t grab huge headlines in the L.A. Times

and it won’t be exposed by TMZ. But let me ask Garcetti and CAO Santana two questions: What difference would we see in your budget projections for the next four years if you added back the $400 million reclaimed city pension funds from Northern Trust? What savings would we see if we held city pension fund managers to a much higher performance standard? Holding

So what’s the point? This is just another one of those lawsuits

that gets buried in the courts for years, and will probably get settled with no one admitting fault for their misdeeds. The big point for the City of Los Angeles is that Northern Trust handles more than one of its pension funds and handles hundreds more nationwide.

In fact, it is listed as the third largest “custodial” bank in the nation handling hundreds of billions in pension fund assets. And, every year since the Wall Street crisis of 2008, Los Angeles, like many other cities across this country have been running budget deficits, while cities like Detroit have imploded in bankruptcy.

Repeatedly, the finger of blame has

Northern Trust’s feet to the fire would be an excellent place to start.

It will be very interesting to see what shakes out of the SEC Northern Trust subpoenas. Will they discover the evidence that the Trutanich lawsuit alleges? And, will this lawsuit redeem Trutanich’s political reputation from the dead political file of Los Angeles city politics?

A slow-motion train wreck in one of America’s longest running personal injury communities is expanding beyond legal theory, potentially dragging hundreds of families back into lawsuits they thought were settled—families who already endured heart-breaking litigation over asbestos-related cancers.

At issue is a North Carolina bankruptcy case involving a company called Garlock Sealing Technologies, which makes gaskets, some of which contained asbestos and were used by the Navy and others.

Facing thousands of asbestos-related claims, Garlock is seeking bankruptcy protections.

A federal judge named George Hodges came out of retirement to oversee the case and, as the Reuters wire service reported, has “...found what he called a ‘startling pattern’ of abuse by plaintiffs’ lawyers may have shifted the landscape of asbestos litigation with a ruling in favor of manufacturers.”

In effect, the court decreed that lawyers had

“manipulated” evidence to get more money. Bankrupt companies have created court-approved “trust funds” to address current and future liabilities. This is particularly common in asbestos-related liabilities. In what may be a legal first, the court allowed defense lawyers extensive access to bankruptcy trust information. The outcome was alarming, suggesting a pattern of perjury.

On first blush, it appears that victims may have told one story to one trust, another story to another trust and sometimes even a different story to juries. This could result in what defense attorneys call “double dipping.”

Plaintiff’s lawyers say “no big deal,” the decision only addresses mesothelioma, a cancer linked to asbestos, not all debts, and that this is an outlier case where the judge ignored decades of precedent.

Who cares, right?After all, it’s just what NPR called a “murky”

legal fight between big plaintiff firms and bigger corporations over huge money. In Garlock,

The People vs. Northern TrustHow the LACERS Pension Fund was Looted and Why L.A. Runs a DeficitJames Preston Allen, Publisher

Pandora’s BoxDems Should Pay Close Attention to Victims Facing Asbestos Perjury ClaimsBy Sara Warner, Publisher of California Courts Monitor

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RANDOMLettersS.A. Recycling, Why?

We live and work in the San Pedro area and our children attend the Port of Los Angeles Charter High School (POLAHS). We are very proud of the amazing success and the outstanding achievements of POLAHS.

More than $4 million in college scholarships have been received by our graduates. With a staff of 72 and a $9 million annual budget the community, POLAHS is an economic engine for the Harbor Area.

POLAHS was one of six high schools in Los Angeles County to receive the California Distinguished School award. POLAHS has achieved graduation and college enrollment rates averaging 96 to 98 percent, from 2009 to 2013. POLAHS alumni attend prestigious institutions including UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego and the California Maritime Academy. Graduates have received full-tuition merit scholarships to colleges and universities including, Yale University, University of Notre Dame, the Air Force Academy, Dickinson College and the University of Virginia. Sixteen percent of POLAHS’ alumni have been the first in their family to earn a high school diploma and 69 percent have been the first in their family to enroll in college.

Why is S.A. Recycling and their representative, David Thornburg, trying to destroy POLAHS? Mr.

Thornburg does not follow the Brown Act, holds secret meetings, alienates our elected officials and supporters, lowers morale and generally jeopardizes the future and promises of POLAHS. David Thornburg should be removed from the board of trustees and S.A. Recycling should apologize to our community for allowing this.

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My Community is DyingI am a full time worker at

Whole Foods Market, full time student at LA Harbor College and manage a residential exterior painting company. I am a busy person just like yourself so let me be brief.

My community is dying! In lighter terms, I am unable to walk in the neighborhood providing my house painting service, such as [I am] in Rancho Palos Verdes and Lomita. Law enforcement is contacted and I am targeted as a burglar in the area. I grew up here! My fondest memories are in this community and to be seen as a threat is unfortunate. I graduated from the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department 18-week Explorer Academy and continued the program for 2 years. I am aware of the law and it is against me due to burglaries in the area.

This story will impact OUR community to realize it is slowly becoming alienated. I am here to

create relationships professionally but mostly personally.

At LAHC I am majoring in mathematics and economics with the goal of opening up a tutoring service in the South Bay when I graduate. I am truly blessed to be talented at math so it is my duty to teach others an alternative way of math. My method will be easy and fun that will inspire ideas such as the Apple IPhone or Samsung Android phone in your pocket.

My journey starts with offering exterior house painting services in my beautiful neighborhood and become a role model for other aspiring students in town! Will you join me?

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What Stinks at City Hall?

This column is about a questionable staffing practice that’s been used in the mayor’s office and in the individual districts of the Los Angeles City Council.

The adopted city budget for 2011-12 gave the mayor’s office the authority to hire a staff of 94 employees. It gave the city council authority to hire 108 employees.

But those figures—94 and 108—were not real; they were phony figures. Based on a Jan. 13, 2012 report from the controller’s office, the mayor actually had a staff of 180 employees and the city council had a workforce of 344 employees.

How could that happen? Well, no one was willing to talk about that situation. But based on their respective personnel ordinances, it’s clear that the mayor’s office and the city council approved all those “AS NEEDED” appointments.

What’s not clear is whether appointing those additional employees violated city regulations. It is clear, however, that those two agencies put more than 300 extra employees on the city payroll — without any public discussion and without any indication of the total cost to the public.

Moreover, according to the

Los Angeles 2020 Commission, spending for mayoral and council staff increased from 2.2 percent of the total general expenditures in 2004 to 4.5 percent of the total in 2012. Over the same time, spending on technology was cut from 8.7 percent of the total to 6.5 percent.

Think about that. The mayor and the council decide how many aides they want, they hand-pick them—without civil service examination—and assign them to do what they want done—all with no accountability. Isn’t that how government employees were hired

and “managed” under the Spoils system?

Is that really the way the city employment system is supposed to work? Should Angelenos have to pay for a system that is clearly out of control?

I don’t think so. That’s why I’m writing this column and that’s why I’m asking YOU, dear reader, to ask Mayor Garcetti for an explanation. He can reached by telephone at (213) 978-0600 and by email at mayor@lacity.org

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plaintiff’s sought $1.3 billion for victims of mesothelioma and the court ordered only $125 million.

But you detect the looming problem in stories like a National Law Journal report about insurance companies jumping onto the Garlock bandwagon.

Insurers point out that some of the money paid by those trusts was likely owed to them to offset claims paid. Guess what? They want it back. And, “Garlock” fuels that effort, threatening to reopen cases believed “final.” The NLJ ominously quotes one insurance company filing that includes “... this [Garlock] court’s opinion suggests pervasive fraud on the part of asbestos claimants and their counsel.”

That’s right. Not just “counsel” but “claimants”—or what we might think of as “victims.”

As families get drawn into the fray, it is bound to catapult this issue into the political spotlight, as it’s no secret trial that lawyers underwrite much of the Democratic party.

Look, as a Democrat in a mostly Republican family, I’ve always defended victim’s attorneys as champions in offsetting certain bad business

behavior. But even my liberal relatives admit, if only privately, that some attorneys have become greedy in the absence of financial transparency and public-company style reporting. Hey, we Democrats welcome oversight, right?

“Garlock” could be a game changer because it drives a wedge between attorneys and their clients—I’ve called them “perjury pawns.”

Or, maybe not. We’ve actually seen a similar situation a decade ago involving exposure to silica dust, which can cause fatal disease.

That blew up when United States District Judge Janis Jack of Corpus Chrisi, Tex., blasted lawyers in a 249-page decision citing thousands of bogus cases while slamming the entire process, sanctioning plaintiffs’-side law firms and calling medical findings “worthless.”

Federal prosecutors even got involved. The New York Times wrote that the “tort wars” were at a turning point. The Times was wrong.

But, the silica fiasco had relatively many plaintiffs seeking lower payouts. That made it difficult to go after individuals. When it comes to mesothelioma, we’re talking about relatively few clients getting relatively large payouts—usually in the

millions of dollars.And, in the silica cases, you

did not have huge insurance companies with a virtual fiscal responsibility to recover money already paid.

I’m not the first to say that the Democrats and the plaintiff’s bar need to lead in discovering what, if anything, has gone wrong in tort litigation. We know the GOP-controlled House of Representatives will hold hearings. State lawmakers have already taken note: Both Ohio and Wisconsin have passed asbestos trust transparency legislation.

What’s missing is a focus on victims. We all know that victims and their families did what their lawyers advised them to do. They should not find themselves facing perjury claims on top of their tragedy.

A hearing in the Democratically-controlled Senate Judiciary Committee might help; Chairman Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT) would be a strong voice to insulate families from revisiting old wounds.

It’s one thing to embrace political allies like the trial lawyers, but I’m hoping my fellow Democrats shed light on this gray area. By doing so, and by focusing on protecting victims, we can avoid some of the election-year debris from this particular train wreck.

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If you were to look up Brouwerij West on BeerAdvocate.com, you’d find that it’s located in Rancho Palos Verdes.

However, if you buy a bottle of their beer, it might say it was brewed in San Jose. In January 2015, Brouwerij West (pronounced “brewery”) will be opening up in the Port of Los Angeles’ Warehouse No. 9, which Crafted hopes to turn into a classic high-ceiling mall, in the mold of downtown Los Angeles’ Grand Central Market or Seattle’s Melrose Mall.

For Brouwerij West owner, Brian Mercer, the move was serendipitous.

“Rachel Waugh [of Crafted] called me one day to see if I was interested [in Warehouse No. 9],” Mercer said.

For the past three years, Mercer has been a “traveling” brewer, which means that he rents space in other breweries to brew beer.

“We wanted to get started brewing,” Mercer said. “We’ve brewed at Sudwerk up in Davis” and other parts of the state as well.

However, the plan was not to roam forever. “I’m from San Pedro,” said Mercer, recently. “My wife

is from San Pedro and her family is from here too.” Mercer learned he could make great beer anywhere, so

when he started looking at locations, Mercer and company

searched the surrounding Harbor and South Bay area. He looked at El Segundo and Long Beach, but Crafted’s

Executive Director Rachel Waugh made him an offer he couldn’t refuse: opening Brouwerij West as the anchor for Warehouse No. 9 Artisan Food Market.

The idea is to turn the warehouse into a full-scale production brewery with a bottling line, a full service restaurant and a dining area in the courtyard space between their space and Crafted’s. In all, Brouwerij will occupy more than 7,500 of the 60,000 square feet available in Warehouse No. 9. There will be 15,370 square feet of common area seating within the market.

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BIg nIck’s pIzzaTradition, variety and fast delivery; you get it all at Big Nick’s Pizza. The best selection of Italian specialties i n c l u d e h e a r t y calzones, an array of pastas and of course, our amazing selection of signature pizzas, each piled high with the freshest toppings. Like wings or greens?

We also offer an excellent selection of appetizers, salads, beer and wine. Call for fast delivery. Hours: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. Big Nick’s Pizza • 1110 N. Gaffey St., San Pedro • (310) 732-5800

Boardwalk grIllC a s u a l w a t e r f r o n t d in ing a t i t s finest! Famous fo r s l a b s o f Chicago-sty le baby back ribs, fish-n-chips, rich clam chowder,

cold beer on tap and wine. Full lunch menu also includes salads, sandwiches and burgers. Indoor and outdoor patio dining available. Proudly pouring Starbucks coffee. Open 7 days a week. Free Parking. Boardwalk Grill • 1199 Nagoya Way, LA Harbor - Berth 77, San Pedro • (310) 519-7551

BuoNo’S AutHeNtic PizzeriAA S a n P e d r o landmark for over 40 years, famous for except ional a w a r d - w i n n i n g pizza baked in brick ovens. Buono’s also offers classic Italian dishes and

sauces based on tried-and-true family recipes and hand-selected ingredients that are prepared fresh. You can dine-in or take-out. Delivery and catering are also provided. Additionally, there are two locations in Long Beach. Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. • Buono’s Pizzeria • 1432 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro • (310) 547-0655 www.buonospizza.com

el cuco restaurantP l a y a E l C u c o i s t h e quintessential El Salvadorean beach and El Cuco Restaurant s e r v e s quintessential

Salvadorean cuisine right here in San Pedro. A wide variety of pupusas-made fresh daily-plus empanadas, platanos, pastelitos, as well as authentic Mexican favorites. Wine and imported and domestic beers. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 7 days a week. Free parking. el cuco restaurant • 234 N. Pacific Ave., San Pedro • (310) 521-9509

HAPPy DiNerThe Happy Diner isn’t your average diner. If you pay attention to their special menu on their blackboards (yeah plural, they have about three), it’s almost a certainty you’re going to find something new from week to week. The cuisine runs the gamut of Italian and Mexican cuisine to American

continental . The Happy Diner chefs are always creating someth ing new. They believe that if an item is good, its reputation will get around by word of mouth. You can even find items normally found at curbside lonchera trucks. You

can take your pick of grilled salmon over pasta or tilapia and vegetables, prepared anyway you like. Another item that’s emerged from their flair for the creative is their chicken enchiladas soup made from scratch, a soup Roman describes as very thin and flavorful. Happy Diner • (310) 241-0917 • 617 S. centre St., San Pedro

iroN city tAverNI r o n C i t y f e a t u r e s a n e w l y r e n o v a t e d d i n i n g r o o m a n d wonder ful ly restored bar

in a modern setting. The most comfortable gastropub in San Pedro, Iron City offers casual dining for lunch and dinner with food service at the bar. Catch all sporting events on seven 50” screens in surround sound and listen to your favorite tunes on our internet jukebox. (Iron City is a supporter of the Black & Gold.) Iron City features authentic Philly cheese steaks, various hot sandwiches and burgers, calamari steaks and a variety of Italian pasta dishes. Hours:10:30 a.m.-2a.m. 7 days a week. Happy hour from 4-6 p.m. featuring 1/2 priced appetizers and drink specials. Free parking in rear iron city tavern • 589 W. 9th St., San Pedro • (310) 547-4766

tHe oriGiNAL LAS BriSASLas Brisas #2 is family owned and operated. A l l t h e fo o d i n m a d e i n house, down to the chips and s a l s a s . L a s Brisas is known

for its Al Pastor meat and Signature Dishes created by chef Gilberto De Haro. Catering available. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 7 days a week. Free parking. Las Brisas #2 • 1110 N. Gaffey St. (channel & Gaffey) • San Pedro • (310) 833-4395

LiGHtHouSe cAfeThe favorite local cafe for the point Fermin area of San Pedro great b r e a k f a s t s , lunches and even dinners. Serving

traditional offering for breakfast along with specialty omelets, espresso and cappuccino. Lunches include a delicious selection of soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches with hearty portions as well as Chef’s Creations. Dinners feature Top Sirloin Steak or Prime Rib as well as a kids menu. Beer and wine are served. Free Wifi and is pet friendly on the patio. Open 7 days a week 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. close to Cabrillo Beach and the Korean Bell, Point Fermin area. Lighthouse cafe • 508 West 39th St., San Pedro. 310- 548- 3354

MiSHi’S StruDeL BAkery Mishi’s is a fragrant landmark on 7th S t r e e t , w h e r e it is possible to f ind Nirvana by following your nose. The enticing aroma of baking strudel is impossible to res ist , and the café is warm and welcoming like your favorite auntie’s house. Aniko and

Mishi have expanded the menu to include homemade goulash, soups and a variety of sweet and savory Hungarian strudels, crépes and pastas. Take a frozen strudel home to bake in your own kitchen and create that heavenly aroma at your house. Mishi’s Strudel Bakery and café, 309 W.7th St., San Pedro • (310) 832-6474 www.mishisstrudel.com

nazelIe’s leBanese cuIsIneN a z e l i e ’ s L e b a n e s e C u i s i n e i s a favorite of the neighborhood for the terrific kabobs , beef o r c h i c k e n s h a w a r m a , lamb dishes and

falafel. Nazelie’s chicken and rice soup with lemon is like a warm embrace—it takes chicken soup to a whole new level. Nazelie uses a recipe handed down in her family for generations, starting with homemade chicken broth, and adding a refreshing touch of lemon for taste and nutrients. Nazelie’s Lebanese café, 1919 S.Pacific Avenue, San Pedro. (310) 519-1919

PHiLie B’S oN SiXtHOwner Philie Buscemi welcomes you to Philie B’s on Sixth, where New York style pizza, Sicilian rice balls and pizza by-the-slice are the specialties. Fresh hot or cold sandwiches, gourmet pizzas, and fresh salads are also served. Try the “White Pizza” with smooth ricotta, mozzarella

and sharp Pecorino-Romano cheeses topped with torn fresh basil. Extended hours accommodate San Pedro’s unique lifestyle and work schedules. Catering and fast, free local delivery ($15 min.) available. Philie B’s on Sixth • 347 W. 6th Street, San Pedro (310) 514-2500 www.philiebsonsixth.com

ports o’call waterFront dInIngSince 1961 we’ve extended a hear ty welcome to visitors from every corner of the globe. Delight in an awe-inspiring view of the dynamic LA Harbor while enjoying exquisite

Coastal California Cuisine and Varietals. Relax in the Plank Bar or Outdoor Patio for the best Happy Hour on the Waterfront. With the Award-Winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, receive the first SPIRIT CRUISES Harbor Cruise of the day FREE. Open 7 days, lunch and dinner. Free Parking. Ports o’call Waterfront Dining • 1199 Nagoya Way, LA Harbor - Berth 76, San Pedro • (310) 833-3553 www.Portsocalldining.com

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Dining Directory for the Harbor Area,

Call (310) 519–1442.

SAN PeDro BreWiNG coMPANyA mic robrewer y and American gr i l l , SPBC features hand-craf ted award-winning ales and lagers served with creative pastas, bbq, sandwiches, salads and burgers. A full bar with made-from-scratch margaritas and a martini menu all add fun

to the warm and friendly atmosphere. WIFI bar connected for Web surfing and e-mail—bring your laptop. Live music on Saturdays. Hours: From 11:30 a.m., daily. San Pedro Brewing company • 331 W. 6th St., San Pedro • (310) 831-5663 • www.sanpedrobrewing.com

SAN PeDro tAco coMPANyNow under new management, the San Pedro Taco Company offers a wide array of fresh choices such as charcoal grilled

chicken-whole or half- served with rice, beans, tortillas and salsa, our famous jumbo burrito, the ever-popular ceviche tostada, and your favorite fish tacos. Stop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner with easy access drive-thru window and plenty of free parking. Located on the corner of 5th and Gaffey streets near Rite Aid. Open 7 days a week, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Delivery to all San Pedro and the waterfront. San Pedro taco company • 441 S. Gaffey St. • San Pedro (310) 514-2808

spIrIt cruIsesAn instant party! Complete with all you need to relax and enjoy while the majesty of the harbor slips by. Our three yachts and

seasoned staff provide for an exquisite excursion every time, and “all-inclusive” pricing makes party planning easy! Dinner Cruise features a 3-course meal, full bar, unlimited cocktails and starlight dancing. Offering the ultimate excursion for any occasion. Free Parking. Spirit cruises • 1199 Nagoya Way, LA Harbor - Berth 77, San Pedro • (310) 548-8080, (562) 495-5884 • www.spiritmarine.com

tHe WHALe & ALeSan Pedro’s British Gastro Pub offers comfortable dining in oak paneled setting, featuring Eng l ish f ish & chips, roast prime rib, sea bass, rack

of lamb, beef Wellington, meat pies, salmon, swordfish & vegetarian dishes. Open for lunch & dinner, 7days/wk; great selection of wines; 14 British tap ales, & full bar. Frequent live music. First Thursday live band & special fixed price menu. Hours: Mon.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri. 11:30 a.m.-midnight Sat. & Sun. 1-10 p.m. Bar open late. the Whale & Ale • 327 W. 7th St., San Pedro • (310) 832-0363 • www.whaleandale.com

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The 2nd annual Paris Photo Los Angeles collaborated with more than 80 galleries at the Paramount Picture Studios’ “New York Street” backlot and stages from April 25 to 27.

“It’s not a Paramount Pictures, but my favorite is Wizard of Oz and it isn’t until the mayor of Munchkinville proclaims all things good, so today I proclaim all things good,” said Los Angeles City Councilman, Tom LaBonge, about the photography fair.

The Hopper Art Trust and Los Angeles Police Department brought photo collections as the special features of the event. Sound and Vision: The Conversations was another addition to the fair, which showcased talks with artists such as Leigh Ledare.

Paris Photo Director, Julien Frydman, said that Paris Photo’s main focus is on the relation between still and moving images.

“It gives the capacity to understand, the perspective and [the ability to] question whatever they will see in the gallery,” said Frydman.

The 12 films went hand-in-hand with the thousands of photos of immortalizing moments.

“It’s even something that, compared to last year, we were able to increase,” added Frydman.

Art galleries ranged from the world-renowned Gagosian Gallery to New York’s Team Gallery to non-profit Aperture.

Harper’s Books rare book gallery showcased a Doug Rickard photo scrapbook behind a glass window with a price tag of $25,000.

A single photo from Leigh Ledare hung on the wall of Turin’s Guido Costa, along with an unseen black-and-white photo series of cross-dressers by Nan Goldin.

Some of the films included the late Dennis Hoppers’ The Last Movie, Rosalind Nashashibi’s This Quality and Peter Roehr’s Film-Montagen 1-3.

Artistic director of FotoFocus, Kevin Moore, said each of the films he curated for the fair were thematically tied together in headings such as love, causes and enterprises.

“[The screenings] would bring the films out of the realm of issues about photography or issues about film itself and into the world of our lives as these titles are identifiers of human values,” said Moore.

Frydman said 50 percent of the exhibitors at the satellite event are United States-based. On a global scale, 18 countries are represented.

About 50 percent of the shows are solo shows.

“[It’s] a unique chance for the audience to see one specific body of work,” said Frydman.

The LAPD’s photo archive called, Uncut!, showcased iconic images of the Manson Family and Hollywood mob affairs. Such photos are “embedded layers of interpretation apart from context such as ambiguity,” Moore said.

“[A photograph] stops time to preserve a moment,” Kevin Moore added.

The overload of Paris Photo Los Angeles has been exhaustive rather than didactic, but nonetheless, a special moment in time.

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By Katrina Guevara, Contributing Writer

By Terelle Jerricks

Mothers don’t usually tell their children what they want to get them for Mother’s Day. Mother’s are usually happy with whatever you give them or where ever you take them. My own mother, however, surprised me when she asked me to get two tickets to the Long Beach Grand Cru, an annual wine tasting fundraiser hosted by the Los Angeles Legal Aid Foundation.

It got me to thinking about some alternatives to a simple brunch at a nice restaurant.

First off, tickets to the Long Beach Grand Cru, which is scheduled Aug. 16 at the Rainbow Lagoon is a good choice. It’s a bit pricey, at $250 per ticket, $225 per ticket if you buy the ticket before July 27, but it’s a good deal for foodies and wine connoisseurs.

The Long Beach Grand Cru is an international wine competition and public food and wine tasting. It was created by the Long Beach office of the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles LAFLA. The Competition and Public Awards & Tasting were conceived to increase awareness and raise funds to support LAFLA’s legal services and education programs to poor and low income people struggling to gain self-sufficiency. LAFLA has been our community’s frontline law firm for low-income people for 85 years.

Visit http://longbeachgrandcru.com for more information.

If the Grand Cru is too pricey, consider taking your mom and the family to:

otto trattoriaDetails: (310) 548-6886Location: 301 W. 6th St., San Pedro

Ports o’call restaurantDetails: (310) 833-3553Location: 1200 Nagoya Way, San Pedro

think Prime SteakhouseDetails:(310) 221-0415Location: 29601 S. Western Ave., RPV

J.tranis ristoranteDetails:(310) 832-1220Location: 584 W. 9th St., San Pedro

Blu restaurant and Lounge at crowne PlazaDetails: (310) 519-8200Location: 601 S. Palos Verdes St., San Pedro

the Whale & AleDetails: (310) 832-0363Location: 327 W 7th St., San Pedro

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There were always a few holdouts: A small core of collectors who held on to their turntables and never placed their albums on the lawn at a yard sale.

Now, those collectors have been vindicated. Dig out your turntable. Vinyl is back in a very big way.

In 2008, organizers in San Francisco created “Record Store Day,” a day to spread the word about the unique culture thriving at independent record stores. The day is now celebrated at record stores on every continent except Antarctica. Boomers are watching their grandchildren joyfully embrace the beloved pastime of combing through record store racks, searching for that one rare prize and rejoicing at a discovery to add to their collection.

Jim and Dacie Callon of JDC Records have brought their record distributorship back to San Pedro after spending almost 20 years in Hermosa Beach on and around Pier Avenue. Music fans will remember JDC Records. The Callon’s original location was on Pacific Avenue across from Fort MacArthur, before it moved to 5th Street.

JDC records is now comfortably in downtown San Pedro on 6th Street, near Pacific Avenue. The massive inventory of vinyl has found a new home

right behind San Pedro Vapes (a discreet entrance off the alley will get you in the back door). Go in the back and you will find records, CDs and even tapes stacked literally to the ceiling.

Jim Callon says he is happy to be back in his hometown. Starting June 5, the store will be open for the First Thursday Art Walk. Jim has even promised to have live music for the event. For now, he is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Callon’s have spent almost 40 years in various aspects of the music business. As a musician, Jim Callon founded his JDC Record label in 1977 with two rhythm and blues disco hits. His controversial move from rock to disco may have cost him friends, but when he began distributing 12-inch vinyl, he hit pay dirt as the largest distributor of dance music on the West Coast.

In 40 years, you see a lot of trends come and go, but Callon has remained inventive, persistent and flexible. His former clients Tower Records and Music Plus are history, but today he is distributing vinyl to the newly popular independent record stores across the country and internationally.

A young record collector, Michael Castanon,

recently told me of his attraction to the organic, warm, analog aesthetic.

“I enjoy it because it is more of an experience,” Castanon said. “When you listen to an mp3 it is like a buffet: not completely satisfying. But when you put on a record you are fully experiencing it. The warmth and the sound you get from vinyl are much better. If I press play on my iPod, I do not feel connected to that music. When I physically go through my records, take a moment and pull out a record, glance at the cover art, [and] I put it on my record player with the intention of listening to it from start to finish.”

Some of us from the 60s generation may be surprised to know millennials could hold still long enough to listen to one complete side of an album, let alone BOTH sides. Remember, you can’t carry this music in your pocket or load it onto your cell phone. You can leave the room, but you can’t go too far.

“A lot of these kids have never heard analog before,” Callon said. “My theory is that when they get into their parents record collection for the first time, the sound is unique to them. Regardless of who the artist is, they become fascinated.”

Another attraction is the somewhat short supply of the records. Vinyl records are still pressed on just a few antiquated press machines left in the country. Sales of vinyl around the globe have climbed from $55 million in 2007 to $171 million in 2012 and are still climbing. Pressing plants are feeling the strain of increasing demand for vinyl albums and they’re ramping up production, working overtime to fill orders.

Callon had the foresight to purchase inventory of records from warehouse stock back in the 90s and he still has much of that inventory, as well as growing his stock through purchases directly from the pressing plants.

The technology for pressing records may not have changed, but the technology surrounding turntables and speakers is 21st century. The newer turntables are an investment. Audiophile turntables no longer require a receiver; powered speakers are plugged directly into the turntable via a preamp. Needle cartridges are adjusted to float lightly on the vinyl, barely touching the record. The base of today’s turntables are heavy to prevent movement. My generation will still recall the movement and skipping that was caused once the party started and people began to dance. That problem is avoided with the heavier more stable turntables of today.

This generation has brought back much of the enjoyment of album rock Castanon tells us.

“I go to The Prospector in Long Beach and the DJ plays Pink Floyd The Wall start to finish.” Castanon said. “Or, they will play Blondie Parallel Lines start to finish. Those are the type of bars I like to go to.”

The lesson to be learned here is: Don’t throw that shit away! Just as surprising as the resurgence of vinyl – maybe even more surprising — is the return of cassette tapes. JDC Records has a large inventory of music on cassette tapes. As with vinyl, the analog sound is warmer. Occasionally rare recordings can be found more readily on tape. New music is being released again on cassette. And don’t overlook the advantage of portability and headphones with cassettes.

So now, where did I put my Walkman?Details: (424) 264-5335Venue: JDC RecordsLocation: 447 B W. 6th St., San Pedro

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A tribute to ray Brown trioA Tribute to Ray Brown Trio will perform, at 8 p.m. May 2, at Alvas Showroom in San Pedro.Details: (310) 833-3281; www.alvasshowroom.comvenue: Alvas ShowroomLocation: 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro

MAy 3Lado B Brazilian ProjectLado B Brazilian Project performs, at 8 p.m. May 3, at Alvas Showroom in San Pedro.Details: (310) 833-3281; www.alvasshowroom.comvenue: Alvas ShowroomLocation: 1417 W. 8th St, San Pedro

Lindsey Hundley, Lady JazzLindsey Hundley and Lady Jazz will perform, at 9 p.m. May 3, at Roscoe’s Seabird Lounge in Long Beach. Lady Jazz performs original jazz compositions and arrangements of standards with unique instrumenta-tion. No cover is charged.Details: (562) 787-0899; www.LindseyHundley.comvenue: Roscoe’s Seabird Jazz LoungeLocation: 730 E. Broadway, Long Beach

Swing PedroPeople’s Palace presents Swing Pedro, starting at 7 p.m. May 3. Tickets start at $15.Details: (310) 547-2348venue: People’s Yoga, Health & DanceLocation: 365 W. 6th St., San Pedro

MAy 4AguabellaAguabella performs, at 4 p.m. May 4, at Alvas Show-room in San Pedro.Details: (310) 833-3281; www.alvasshowroom.comvenue: Alvas ShowroomLocation: 1417 W. 8th St, San Pedro

MAy 9trippin the SixtiesTrippin the Sixties performs, at 8 p.m. May 9, at Alvas Showroom in San Pedro.Details: (310) 833-3281; www.alvasshowroom.comvenue: Alvas ShowroomLocation: 1417 W. 8th St, San Pedro

Andre thierry, zydeco MagicAndre Thierry and Zydeco Magic perform, at 8 p.m. May 9, at the Grand Annex in San Pedro. Inspired by the mighty Clifton Chenier, Grammy-nominated Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic merge traditional New Orleans-style Zydeco with blues, jazz and rock. Tickets are $25.Details: www.grandvision.org/grand-annex.aspvenue: Grand AnnexLocation: 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro

MAy 10HolophonorHolophonor performs, at 8 p.m. May 10, at Alvas Showroom in San Pedro.Details: (310) 833-3281; www.alvasshowroom.comvenue: Alvas ShowroomLocation: 1417 W. 8th St, San Pedro

Sweeney todd in concertThe Golden State Pops Orchestra presents Sweeney Todd in Concert, at 8 p.m. May 10, at the Warner Grand Theatre in San Pedro.Details: www.grandvision.orgvenue: Warner Grand TheatreLocation: 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro

MAy 11Points NorthPoints North performs, at 4 p.m. May 11, at Alvas Showroom in San Pedro.Details: (310) 833-3281; www.alvasshowroom.comvenue: Alvas ShowroomLocation: 1417 W. 8th St, San Pedro

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ride to flyRide to Fly’s annual country carnival will take place, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 3, at the Empty Saddle Club in Rolling Hills Estates. Admission and parking is free to all. There will be activities for the entire family including pony rides, petting zoo, skill games, dunk tank, electronic bucking bull, silent auction, raffle and nonstop country music. Lunch and snacks will be available for a nominal fee. The event benefits

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a space for community kitchen classes in the warehouse.

“Crafted and The Port of Los Angeles has been absolutely wonderful to work with and have been very supportive,” he said.

The warehouse sits on 7 acres of land and is owned by the Port of Los Angeles. No word yet on what kind of food they will be serving, but the restaurant will be manned by Chef Brendan Collins, who is a Michelin starred chef and owner of Waterloo & City in Culver City, as well as the star of MTV’s “House of Food.”

Collins and Mercer met through a friend while discussing potentially opening Brouwerij West in Long Beach, before they decided on the San Pedro location. The plan is to have the restaurant be “beer friendly, family friendly and budget friendly,” according to Mercer. The restaurant will be able to seat about 200 diners and craft brew enthusiasts.

Brouwerij West already is sold in 30 states and 6 countries. When this facility opens, Mercer plans to step up production to 6,000 barrels (One barrel equals 30 gallons, so about 186,000 gallons) and launch a bottling line. The brew house and bottling line will be viewable from the restaurant dining area.

“We’re going to have a glass window all along here,” said Mercer, pointing to blueprints for the restaurant. “This way people will get to see what’s going on. It should be pretty cool.”

In terms of employment, Mercer is anticipating the brewery to employ 10 to 15 people. The restaurant should hire about 40 to 60 people.

Mercer points to Belgium when describing his inspiration for Brouwerij West’s special brews.

“We brew great, drinkable beer that is inspired by the traditional Belgian styles,” Mercer said.

Their portfolio i nc ludes bee r s such as a Belgian style Tripel, Saison

Extra, Mør Mør (“More More”) Quadrupel and others. Having worked in Belgium selling brewing sugar to Trappist breweries and other abbeys that brew, Mercer was drawn to their styles.

Eschewing gimmicks or slick marketing techniques, Mercer is focused on the product. A part of this focus on the product is evidenced in the bottle art design.

With a passion for art, Mercer views bottles as vehicles for art. Right now, Brouwerij West works with about 30 different artists, including Mark Mothersbaugh of Devo, Jim Mazza, Junichi Tsuneoka and Gina Kelly. Mercer doesn’t give the artists any particular direction. The art ranges from the absurd to abstract expressionism, deploying visual metaphors and conceptual imagery to add a distinctive sense of play and whimsy to the bottle art.

The only guideline is for the art is to be unique and to breakaway from a typical product. The result has been the creation of limited edition posters, t-shirts and pocket art pieces: small wooden disks featuring the work of Ryan Duggan on one side and the Brouwerij West logo on the other.

“We’re planning to have large murals on the outside of the building,” said Mercer, referencing the yellow exterior of the warehouse.

He hasn’t decided on who he will commission for the project.

In regards to the burgeoning craft beer scene in Los Angeles and Orange County, Mercer found it to be exciting.

“Six years ago, it was just Angel City and Craftsman,” Mercer points out.

Now with the explosion of brewing in Torrance and other communities in the Los Angeles area, San Pedro seems poised to become a world class beer destination. Mercer points to breweries like Stone Brewing Company in Escondido and Sierra Nevada Brewing in Chico, drawing visitors from all over the country and all over the world. This could be the future of craft brewing in Los Angeles.

Mercer plans to start brewing in November or December and to open in January of 2015.

“We will have several opening parties and invite people from the community,” Mercer said.

Looking down the line, he sees Brouwerij West becoming one of these beer destinations.

“We signed a 33-year lease, so we’re not going anywhere.”

April 27 brought a night of love and beautiful music to The Warner Grand Theatre for San Pedro’s beloved Gale Aikin Pack.

Gale was diagnosed with cancer. Her family, friends and community all came out in a show of great support for her.

The night showcased a benefit concert for Gale. San Pedro’s own, Ambrosia, headlined the event. Special guest Michael McDonald, hometown band One Love, Grammy nominated Stephen Bishop and a young Los Angeles band King Washington also performed. Gale’s daughter, Kaitlyn Pack, accompanied by Brian Asher on cello, opened the evening singing for her mom.

It was plain to see that this was a fun loving, rambunctious and closely-knit gathering. Kaitlyn freely called out to her mom and others saying, “Hey” to everyone and the room responded back with affection. She sang with a soul-filled voice and played guitar on a couple of numbers, both with a bluesy and country feel.

Alternative folk and rock band King Washington came out next treating us to an amazing show of pure rock ’n’ roll at its best. The band is comprised of Tyson Kelly, playing rhythm guitar and vocals, George Krikes playing guitar and vocals, Billy Lee on bass and vocals and Lucas Ventura playing drums.

Playing and singing is King Washington’s thing and the band does it with excellence. The band instantly grabed ahold of this audience with perfectly pitched harmonies and robust guitar chords. The thing about talent is that you know it when you see it. King Washington has it in abundance. The band posseses excellent musicianship with precise vocal harmonies, even sometimes sounding haunting. It must be a byproduct of those infectious harmonies lingering in your ear. This band is musically progressive, while capturing a classic, hard rocking sound, a mix of driving chords with tons of rhythm and vocal highs.

Each player stood out. It was clear who was on rhythm and who was on bass. Their chords permeated the room. They took us on a journey with their songs, while their sound was so big it seemed like more than four musicians on stage. On a number toward the end of their set their vocal and guitar harmonies were so in sync, that their voices and guitar notes sounded the same.

One World came up next and this audience was happy to see them, hooting and hollering as they were announced. The eight-piece band led by keyboardist, guitarist and vocalist Frank Unzueta came out with grace. This band has

recently reunited. They are happy to be making music together again. It’s visible that they are at home with each other as they display perfection and professionalism in playing, while making feet move the entire time.

Joe Suzuki, on saxophone, joined One World for this show. On their number, “Johannesburg,” from their Spirits Beckon You CD he carried the song with a force. Alandras (Oogie) Brown on percussion was lit up, enticing the audience to do a little mamboing of their own.

On their horn section with saxophone, trumpet and trombone were tight. They had chops with Ted

Murdock on trumpet holding long high notes and the trombone with a big brass sound.

The headliners were on next. For one of Ambrosia’s opening numbers they played their 1980 hit “You’re the Only Woman that I’m Dreaming Of,” to a delighted crowd singing along with the band. When they performed, “That’s How Much,” the audience started making their way in front of the stage to dance. They spoke

Coming Togetherfor Gale Aikin Pack

By Melina Paris, Music Columnist

the local therapeutic riding program.Details: www.MPHequineproductions.comvenue: Empty Saddle ClubLocation: 39 Empty Saddle Road, Rolling Hills Estates

A celebration of rosesParticipate in the Celebration of Roses, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 3, Banning Museum Howard Rose Garden in Wilmington. Included in the event will be a flower arranging demonstration, special lecture “Why We Celebrate Roses” by Gloria Leinbach, children’s activity, “Make Your Own Potpourri & Card,” and Taste of History, “Roses in the Victorian Kitchen.” There will be a sampling of rose tea and desserts. Rose experts will be on hand to discuss roses and answer your questions. Admission to this event is free.Details: (310) 548-2005; www.thebanningmuseum.orgvenue: Banning Museum Howard Rose GardenLocation: 401 E. M St., Wilmington

Native Garden WorkdayCabrillo Marine Aquarium invites the public to participate in its monthly Beach Clean-Up and Native Garden Workday, from 8 to 10 a.m. May 3, in San Pedro. Volunteers learn about shoreline habitats and the coastal sage scrub native plant community, while discovering the benefits of protecting these environments.Details: (310) 548-7562; www.cabrillomarineaquar-ium.org.venue: Cabrillo Marine AquariumLocation: 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro

fashion extravaganza fundraiserParticipate in the Toberman Neighborhood Cen-ter’s Fashion Extravaganza Fundraiser, from 6 to 9 p.m. May 3, at the Grand Annex in San Pedro. Admission is $40.venue: Grand AnnexLocation: 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro

MAy 10Long Beach Lawn Bowling open HouseLong Beach Lawn Bowling is hosting its annual open house, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 10, Recreation Park in Long Beach. The open house introduces people to sport of Lawn Bowling with free instruction and refreshments. venue: Recreation ParkLocation: 1109 Federation Dr., Long Beach

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MAy 17Medical Marijuana telethonThe Medical Marijuana Telethon is being per-formed at 8:30 p.m. Fridays through Saturdays and at 2:30 p.m. Sundays, through May 17, at The Found Theater in Long Beach. The Found presents a comedy exploring one of today’s burn-ing issues: the movement to legalize marijuana for both therapeutic and recreational use. A mock telethon, The Medical Marijuana Telethon offers up pot guru Dr. Kenny Kushner and a jaw-dropping array of celebrities as they work their hearts out for one important cause: affordable medijuana for every man, woman and child in America. It’s cheaper than universal health care...and you’ll no longer care that you’re sick. Can we do it? Yes, we cannabis! Tickets are $15.Details: (562) 433-3363; info@foundtheatre.orgvenue: The Found TheatreLocation: 599 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach

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Gale Aiken Pack and Ambrosia’s Joe Puerta at the April 27 benefit concert at the Warner Grand. Photo by Melina Paris

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SeArcHiNG for sugar Man (2012)SuN 5/4 | 7PMReel Documentaries: This film looks at the very short recording career of 1970s folk singer, Sixto Rodriguez, who disappeared from the music scene never knowing he had become a pop icon and inspiration for generations of South African musicians. Tickets at grandvision.org, $12 & $10.

tHe HAuMĀNA (2013)SAt 5/3 | 7PMWriter, director Keo Woolford’s award-winning film focuses on a charismatic host of a struggling Waikiki Polynesian luau show, who rediscovers the sanctity of his culture. Q&A with Woolford and cast follows. $10 in advance at brownpapertickets.com/event/598466 or $15.00 at the door.

SWeeNy toDD: tHe deMon BarBer oF Fleet streetSAt 5/10 | 8PMBroadway veteran Norman Large and Youtube sensation Sarah Horn join Golden State Pops Orchestra for a concert production of the 1979 award-winning musical thriller by Stephen Sondheim. GSPO.com, $28.50 - $60.

BoyS AND GirLS cLuBS - LA HArBor ArtS AcADeMy SHoWcASeWeD 5/14 | 5:30PMA musical variety show featuring the instrumental and vocal talents of kids and teens from the BGCLAH Arts Academy. Bgclaharbor.org. Free.

The Warner Grand Theatre is a facility of the City of Los Angeles, operated by the Department of Cultural Affairs. For Information and Tickets, Please Visit WarnerGrand.org or GrandVision.org. Events, dates, show times and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.

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of Gale with great love, calling her the first real mother to their band.

“For good parenting all you need is a mother a father and a night with Ambrosia,” a band member said.

The new vocalist for Ambrosia, Ken Stacey, has an amazing voice. He is well known within his industry. He has performed with artists of the same stature as Michael Jackson and Elton John. Singing with heartfelt emotion and able to hold long, powerful, wide-ranging notes. He is seriously blessed with the gift of voice.

The entire room was starting to get into a love high as good feelings and good music memories circled the room. Before long, Stephen Bishop came out to join them and entertained us with more reminiscences. He played a few of his hits, such as, “Something’s Telling Me it Might Be You,” from the soundtrack to Tootsie and “Separate Lives” from the film White Knights. When he played “On and On,” everybody joined in to sing along with Stephen. On ‘Biggest Part of Me,” Bishop said the song was written for Gale.

It was time for Michael McDonald to join his old friends on stage next. When he came out he very graciously gave Gale tribute. He then opened with, “I Keep Forgettin,” he looks and sounds just the same, as if no time has passed and that was definitely the sentiment in the theater. McDonald performed, “What a Fool Believes,” Wilson Picket’s “Call Me” and followed up with “Takin it to the Streets,” before leading into some Motown hits and The Beatles “Let it Be” to take us the rest of the way through the night. The crowd was up on

Gale Aikin Packtheir feet for the remainder of the show.

Speaking to Michael McDonald briefly afterwards, he said this was a very fortuitous event that was put together in less than one month. Being from San Pedro, where word of mouth is king, it all came together. He said his grandparents were from this town when speaking about the link in the connection to Ambrosia. Ambrosia used to tour

with The Doobie Brothers. He said that if he had to, he would have cancelled a show to be here for Gale tonight,

“We go back a long way and are all still good friends”.

It was a joyous evening in dedication to a woman for whom, it was clear, there is deep love.

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that all information in this state-ment is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Susan Wylie Montero, owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 10,, 2014. Notice--In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of

another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 03/20/14, 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014063045The following person is do-ing business as: rosy Sce-nario, 461 W. 6th Street, #106, San Pedro, CA 90731 Los Angeles County. Registered owners:Rose N. McGillivray, 2936 S. Denison Ave., San Pe-dro, CA 90731. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I de-clare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Rose N. McGil-livray, owner. This statement

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014062923The following person is do-ing business as: (1) red Cat realty, (2) rC realty group, (3) Ca rEalty partnErS, (4) CaliFor-nia rEalty SErViCES,(5) 115 rEalty group, (6) 123 rEalty group, (7) 7404 rEalty group, (8) 109 rEalty group, (9) 7409 rEalty group, (10) rC realty partners, (11) rC realty Services, (12) rC realty, 28364 S. Western Avenue, Suite 321, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275, Los Angeles County. Reg-istered owners:Susan Wylie Montero, 28364 S. Western Avenue, Suite 321, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare

was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 10, 2014. Notice--In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 03/20/14, 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014055609The following person is doing business as: Dove Enterprise, 658 W. 7th St., San Pedro, CA 90731. Los Angeles County. Registered owners:Morris Taub, 1265 W. 13th St, San Pedro CA 90731. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fic-

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is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Rick Sippel, owner. This state-ment was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 5, 2014. Notice--In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 03/20/14, 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014069148The following person is do-ing business as: m repair, 571 W. 12th Street #2, San Pedro, CA 90731 Los Angeles County. Registered owners: Louis Reyes Mendoza, 571 W. 12th Street #2, San Pedro, CA 90731. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I de-clare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Louis Reyes Men-doza, owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 14, 2014. Notice--In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14, 05/15/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014076247The following person is doing business as: Dulux painting, 26 Rockinghorse Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275, Los Angeles County. Registered owners: John N. Mantikos, 26 Rockinghorse Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be

titious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Morris Taub, owner. This state-ment was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 3, 2014. Notice--In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 03/20/14, 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014055607The following person is doing business as: Doorstep Day-Spa, 530 W. 37th St., #1, San Pedro, CA 90731. Los Angeles County. Registered owners: Regina Fernandez, 530 W. 37th St., #1, San Pedro, CA 90731. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Regina Fernandez, owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 3,, 2014. Notice--In Ac-cordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 03/20/14, 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014058500The following person is doing business as: Fenmar pro-fessional instrument Ser-vice, 4034 S. Pacific Ave. #22, San Pedro, CA 90731. Los Angeles County. Registered owners: Rick Sippel, 4034 S. Pacific Ave. #22, San Pedro, CA 90731. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fic-titious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement

false is guilty of a crime.) S/. John N. Mantikos, owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 21, 2014. Notice--In Ac-cordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14, 05/15/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014066092The following person is doing business as: magic garden, 555 W. 9th Street #12, San Pedro, CA 90731, P.O. Box 692, San Pedro, CA 90733, Los Angeles County. Registered owners: Elizabeth Andresen, 555 W. 9th Street #12, San Pe-dro, CA 90731. This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I de-clare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Elizabeth An-dresen, owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 21, 2014. Notice--In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 04/03/14, 04/17/14, 05/01/14, 05/15/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014084125The following person is doing business as: perception multi media, 24248 Crenshaw Blvd., Suite 201, Torrance, CA 90505, Los Angeles County. Registered owners: Christopher Stephen Endom,18015 Fonthill Ave., Tor-rance, CA 90504, Colin Richard Johnson, 1103 1/2 Cota Ave., Torrance CA 90504. This Busi-ness is conducted by a general partnership. The date registrant started to transact business un-der the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I

declare that all information in this statement is true and cor-rect. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Christopher Endom, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on March 29, 2014. Notice--In Accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 04/17/14, 05/01/14, 05/15/14, 05/29/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014093415The following person is doing business as: aussie girl De-signs, 525 N. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA 90731 Los Angeles County. Registered owners: Gayle Schultz Feury, 2328 W. 37th, San Pedro, CA 90732.

from previous page This Business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Gayle Schultz Feury, owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 08, 2014. Notice--In Ac-cordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 04/17/14, 05/01/14, 05/15/14, 05/29/14

Fictitious Business name Statement

File no. 2014093414The following person is doing business as: Seaside Studios,

NOTICE OF rELEASE: drAFT ENVIrONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT/ENVIrON-MENTAL IMPACT rEPOrT (EIS/EIr) FOr THE BErTHS 212-224 [YTI] CONTAINEr

TErMINAL IMPrOVEMENTS PrOJECT

The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the City of Los Angeles Harbor Department (Harbor Department) have prepared a joint Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (EIS/EIR) for the Berths 212-224 [YTI] Container Terminal Project located at the Port of Los Angeles. The project in-volves improvements to an existing container terminal including deepening of berths, installation of new cranes, extension of existing cranes, extension of the 100 foot-gauge crane rail, expansion of the on-dock railyard, and backlands repairs/improve-ments.

The 45-day public comment period for the project is from May 2 through June 16, 2014. Copies of the Draft EIS/EIR will be available for review starting May 2, 2014 at: Los Angeles Public Library, San Pedro Branch, 931 South Gaffey Street, San Pedro, California; Los Angeles Public Library, Wilmington Branch, 1300 North Avalon Boule-vard, Wilmington, California; and the Los Angeles Harbor Department, Environmen-tal Management Division, 222 W. 6th Street, Suite 1080, San Pedro, California. An electronic copy of the USACE public notice can be obtained at the USACE website at: http://www.spl.usace.army.mil/Media/PublicNotices.aspx and the entire document is available at the Port of Los Angeles website at: http://www.portoflosangeles.org. Electronic copies of the document can also be obtained by sending a request to Chris-topher Cannon, Director of Environmental Management at the address listed below, or by calling (310) 732-3675.

A public meeting will be held to solicit comments on the Draft EIS/EIR on May 20, 2014.

Comments can also be submitted in writing. Written comments should be sent to:

U.S. Army Corps of EngineersLos Angeles District

Regulatory Division, Ventura Field Officec/o Theresa Stevens, Ph.D.

2151 Alessandro Drive, Suite 110Ventura, CA 93001

andChristopher Cannon

Director of Environmental ManagementLos Angeles Harbor Department425 South Palos Verdes Street

San Pedro, CA 90731Comments can also be sent via e-mail to ceqacomments@portla.org and There-

sa.Stevens@usace.army.mil. Comments sent by mail must be postmarked by no later than June 16, 2014. Comments sent via email should include the project title in the e-mail’s subject line and a valid mailing address within the email.

Public MeetingWhen: Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 6:00 P.M.

Where: Harbor Administration Building, Board Room425 South Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90731

NOTICE OF rELEASE: drAFT ENVIrONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT/ENVIrONMENTAL IMPACT rEPOrT (EIS/EIr) FOr THE BErTHS 212-224 [YTI] CONTAINEr TErMINAL IM-PrOVEMENTS PrOJECT

The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the City of Los Angeles Harbor De-partment (Harbor Department) have prepared a joint Draft En-vironmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (EIS/EIR) for the Berths 212-224 [YTI] Container Terminal Project located at the Port of Los Angeles. The project involves improvements to an existing container terminal including deepening of berths, installa-tion of new cranes, extension of existing cranes, extension of the 100 foot-gauge crane rail, ex-pansion of the on-dock railyard, and backlands repairs/improve-ments.

The 45-day public comment pe-riod for the project is from May 2 through June 16, 2014. Cop-ies of the Draft EIS/EIR will be available for review starting May 2, 2014 at: Los Angeles Public Library, San Pedro Branch, 931 South Gaffey Street, San Pedro, California; Los Angeles Public Li-brary, Wilmington Branch, 1300 North Avalon Boulevard, Wilm-ington, California; and the Los Angeles Harbor Department, Environmental Management Di-vision, 222 W. 6th Street, Suite 1080, San Pedro, California. An electronic copy of the USACE public notice can be obtained at the USACE website at: http://www.spl.usace.army.mil/Media/PublicNotices.aspx and the en-tire document is available at the Port of Los Angeles website at: http://www.portoflosangeles.org. Electronic copies of the doc-ument can also be obtained by sending a request to Christopher Cannon, Director of Environmen-tal Management at the address listed below, or by calling (310) 732-3675.

A public meeting will be held to solicit comments on the Draft EIS/EIR on May 20, 2014.

Comments can also be submit-ted in writing. Written comments should be sent to: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Los Angeles DistrictRegulatory Division, Ventura

Field Officec/o Theresa Stevens, Ph.D.

2151 Alessandro Drive, Suite 110

Ventura, CA 93001and

Christopher CannonDirector of Environmental

ManagementLos Angeles Harbor Depart-

ment425 South Palos Verdes St.

San Pedro, CA 90731Comments can also be sent via e-mail to ceqacom-ments@portla.org and The-resa.Stevens@usace.army.mil. Comments sent by mail must be postmarked by no later than June 16, 2014. Comments sent via email should include the project title in the e-mail’s subject line and a valid mailing ad-dress within the email.

Public MeetingWhen: Tuesday, May 20,

2014 at 6:00 P.M.Where: Harbor Administra-tion Building, Board Room

425 South Palos Verdes St., San Pedro, CA 90731

525 N. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA 90731 Los Angeles County. Registered owners: Regina Fernandez, 508 W. 37th St. #1, Gayle Schultz Feury, 2328 W. 37th, San Pedro, CA 90732. This Business is conducted by a general partnership. The date registrant started to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/. Regina Fernandez, co-owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 08, 2014. Notice--In Ac-cordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920. A fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920. were to expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 1411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions code).Original filing: 04/17/14, 05/01/14, 05/15/14, 05/29/14

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