Palisades High’s inaugural golf classic will be held Saturday, May 10, at Malibu Country Club. Athletic Director Rich McKeon said he is still looking for corporate sponsors and players to support and participate in the fundraising event. Title sponsorship is $10,000, which includes four tournament playing spots, two tee signs, a company banner displayed at dinner, a company logo on top of all sign-up forms and recognition in the school newsletter. Dinner ($5,000) and lunch ($2,000) sponsorships are also available, including two tournament playing spots, a company banner displayed at dinner and recognition in the school newsletter. There is also space for gift package sponsors ($2,000), tee hole sponsors ($500),individual playing spots ($200) and tee green sponsors ($100). You can also donate a raffle prize. For more information or questions call Laura Garcia at (310) 261-8302 or Kevin Olson at (310) 230-6623, ext. 514.
Council Seeks Legal Advice on Temescal Cameras
The Pacific Palisades Community Council approved a motion last Thursday asking the California Attorney General to investigate the legal issues surrounding the use of photo-enforced stop signs in Temescal and Franklin Canyons by the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA). The vote was 13-2, with one abstention. ‘With this motion we are not taking a side,’ Vice Chair Richard Cohen said. ‘We are asking for an investigation. I think it is appropriate because the photo-enforced signs are experimental.’ Cohen explained that MRCA’s photo-enforcement at stop signs in the two canyons is unprecedented in California. After photo-enforced stop signals were introduced in various cities early this decade, there was public outcry when drivers began receiving citations in the mail. It was found that at some intersections the amber lights stayed on longer than at other intersections, which led to the introduction of specifications about photo-enforced lights in the California State Vehicle Code in January 2002. The code did not envision photo enforcement at stop signs. Another possible legal issue is that the signs in Temescal and Franklin do not follow California codes for installation. According to Mo Blorfroshan, Westside transportation engineer for the L.A. Department of Transportation, ‘Our department follows the state’s Manual of Uniform Traffic California Devices when it comes to the installation of traffic-control devices. Stop signs are posted seven-feet high (from the bottom of the sign).’ State and federal regulations require a minimum of five-feet high from the bottom of the sign. The signs in Temescal Canyon are 4 ft. 7 in., as measured by the Palisadian-Post. Another possible violation is that Redflex, the company that installed the photo-enforcement cameras, receives $20 and the Conservancy receives $80 for each citation in Temescal and Franklin. The December 2006 Conservancy minutes noted that ‘Redflex receives compensation based upon a percentage of citations issued by the system.’ Those contracts violated California Code Section 21455.5, which reads ‘A contract between a governmental agency and a manufacturer or supplier of automated enforcement equipment may not include provision for the payment or compensation to the manufacturer or supplier based on the number of citations generated.’ According to Councilmember Jack Allen, the MRCA claims that roads in Temescal and Franklin are “private driveways” and therefore are not subject to the Vehicle Code. Allen disagrees with the Conservancy’s assessment and cites a California Attorney General’s opinion holding that the Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo is covered by the California Vehicle Code. In another case, a federal court rejected the argument that roads on McClellan Air Force Base were not ‘open to the use of the public,’ and wrote, ‘The roadways on [this base] are ways or places used for purposes of vehicular travel. They are open to the public, subject only to reasonable restrictions and regulations.” Before the Council voted, Cohen stated the group would remain impartial about the controversy in Temescal, but wanted the state attorney general to examine legal issues and decide whether the park is under the Vehicle Code. ‘We’re concerned about the legality of the cameras,’ Cohen said. Council member Harry Sondheim, in arguing against the motion, said ‘I don’t think the public is bothered by it. ‘ ‘We’re not advocating one side or another,’ Council member Quentin Fleming said. ‘We just want an investigation about the legality.’ According to Allen, whether the roads are covered by the Vehicle Code is one issue. A larger issue is whether the MRCA can enact ordinances. ‘I can find nothing in the legislation governing the MRCA that gives them the authority to enact ordinances,’ he said. The next step for the Community Council is to get the motion to the State Attorney General. ‘Since it requires a member of the state legislature or a state offical to make the request of the Attorney General, one would hope that either Sen. Sheila Kuehl or Assemblywoman Julia Brownley, or both, would request an opinion not only on behalf of the Community Council but also because many of their constituents are concerned,’ Allen wrote in an e-mail to the Post.
Wanda Mae Fast, 93; Past 63-Year Resident
Wanda Mae (Webb) Fast, who lived in Pacific Palisades for 63 years, died on February 24 in Novato after a 10-year descent into Alzheimer’s disease. She was 93. Wanda was born on June 10, 1914 and is described by her daughter-in-law, Jean, as ‘a simple farm girl from Angola, Indiana, with about the biggest heart you’d ever see. I admired her skill at making and keeping friends. There were always groups in her home. Wanda taught me a lot about being a wife, a woman and a mother.’ In 1930, Wanda met Chris Fast. Her older brother, Lyle Webb, had an interest in aviation, which naturally led him into a friendship with Chris, whose love for building and flying airplanes was well known all over Angola. But it was Lyle’s little ‘jitterbug’ sister, Wanda, who really caught Chris’ eye. While Wanda attended nurse’s training in Fort Wayne, Chris would shuttle her home on weekends. One time in the winter he ran out of gas. They had to make an emergency landing on a frozen lake. A local farmer, amused by the flyboy’s stunt, was happy to give him some gas, and they were again on their way. Not long after becoming a registered nurse and marrying Chris in 1936, Wanda got Chris to trade his wings for the latest set of ‘Chevy’ wheels, and they headed off cross-country to start a new life together in Pacific Palisades. They had five children and were longtime members of the community’s Calvary Church. One of the many highlights of Wanda’s life was a visit with church members to Israel, where she was baptized in the Jordan River. With her strong Christian faith and kind, easy-going nature, she befriended and mothered many of her friends and acquaintances. When Wanda and Chris celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at the Aldersgate Retreat Center in 1996, Wanda shared several of her simple secrets to a long and happy life. She first joked that ‘blessed are the flexible, for they shall not be broken.’ Then on a more serious note, she said: ‘First of all, you need to believe in God and try to be the person He wants you to be; second, you have to have love for your fellow man; third, encourage everybody; fourth, be honest; and fifth, be a true friend.’ Wanda was preceded in death by her husband Chris and two sons, Dennis and Ronald. She is survived by three children, Christine Fast of Novato; Brian Fast (wife Jean) of Albany, New York; and Kathleen Oba (husband Graig) of Fullerton; and four grandchildren: Melia, Erik, Amy and Gary. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Calvary Church, 701 Palisades Dr.
Alienne Whitener, 87; Mathematics Teacher, Married for 65 Years
Alienne Whitener, a mathematics teacher who lived with her husband in Pacific Palisades for more than 50 years, died March 9. She was 87. Alienne was born in Fort Worth, Texas, on May 6, 1920 to Marble and Lige Akers. While attending high school in Duncan, Oklahoma, she met her husband, Jack Whitener. He was the lab assistant in her chemistry class who helped her earn a good grade. After high school, Alienne and Jack attended the University of Oklahoma. She received her undergraduate degree in mathematics and English and Jack earned his degree in engineering physics. During World War II, Jack served in the Army Air Corps. The couple married on September 5, 1942 and spent the war years in Florida at Eglin Army Air Corps Proving Ground, where Jack was a test pilot. When the war ended, the military sent Jack to the University of Michigan, where he received a master’s degree in physics and Alienne earned her master’s degree in mathematics. After graduation, they lived in various locations for Jack’s work in the service, and they had three children: Theresa, Michael and Paul. In 1957, Jack was assigned as a liaison officer to The Rand Corporation in Santa Monica, so the family moved to Pacific Palisades. Alienne taught math at Valley College, Los Angeles Southwest College and Mount St. Mary’s College. She also gave generously of her time and effort to the American Association of University Women, Santa Monica Branch, and helped found the Local Scholarship Fund. She and Jack often hiked Temescal Canyon to the waterfall bridge, backpacked through Yosemite and traveled in their camper to Alaska, Canada and Utah. Alienne enjoyed art, classical music concerts, architecture and playing bridge. In addition, she loved to spend time with her dogs. Her family and friends will miss her smile and wonderful sense of humor. She is survived by her husband of 65 years and two children, Theresa and Michael. Her son Paul preceded her in death. A memorial service will be held in Temescal Gateway Park. Please call (415) 282-3343 for date and time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the AAUW-SMBAB Local Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 152, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272.
Rod Redmond, 98; Inspiring Teacher, Tax Specialist
R. H. (Rod) Redmond, founder of the Master of Business Taxation program at USC and a Rustic Canyon resident for more than 50 years, died on February 25 at the age of 98. Tax professionals are often considered ‘number crunchers’ more than ‘people persons,’ but clients, colleagues and students praised Rod Redmond as both. Among those who became his personal friends were business owners, accountants, lawyers, authors, architects and the renowned designers Charles and Ray Eames. Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Redmond graduated from the University of Utah and earned a master’s degree in business administration from Northwestern University. In 1935, he joined the Division of Investigation of the U.S. Department of Justice, renamed the ‘FBI’ during his tenure. He settled in Los Angeles, and became a senior accountant for Haskins and Sells in 1937. One of the turning points in Redmond’s life was an adventure he embarked upon in 1938, working his way on a year’s journey around the world on the eve of the outbreak of war in Europe. His experience exposed him to the rich variety of world civilizations, but also taught him that human nature is fundamentally the same wherever people live. Upon his return, Redmond became a supervisory auditor for Lockheed Aircraft Corporation in Burbank and attended Loyola Law School at night. He was admitted to the California Bar in 1951. In 1948, he formed the accounting firm Redmond & Tronvig with his Lockheed colleague and friend Donald H. Tronvig. Redmond became a professor at the USC School of Business in 1962. Concurrently he joined the downtown law firm Baker, Ancel & Redmond. While at USC, Redmond created the Master of Business Taxation program, and he was especially pleased at being selected by his students to receive an award for distinguished and inspirational teaching. One of his students wrote him in 1967: ‘I fear your persuasive powers may have had an incalculable effect on me. You gave a short talk on the advantages of being a reader so I decided to become a reader. You arranged a tax job at Haskins and Sells, and I took advantage of that. You have a CPA certificate, and I want to earn that too. You are a lawyer, and I will start law school in the fall–thanks to your recommendation. Now, all these events could be coincidental, but more likely, they are the result of superior teaching.’ Upon his departure from USC in 1977, Redmond was appointed professor emeritus in accounting. He taught two years in the graduate program at Cal State Northridge before retiring, both from teaching and from the law firm in 1979. He is survived by his wife, Hannah; his daughter Jane Mueller of Fremont; his son John Redmond (wife Marilyn) of Pacific Palisades; grandchildren Kathleen Olstein (husband Erik), Annie Mueller and Sean Redmond; and three great-grandsons. Contributions in his honor may be made to the Hemphill/Redmond Tax Fellowship Fund (by check made out to USC Leventhal School of Accounting in care of Ms. Jean Bowman, Citigroup Center, Los Angeles, CA 90089-8201) or to WISE Adult Day Services (in care of Frankie Aggers, 1510 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405).
CLASSIFIED ADS FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 20, 2008
HOMES FOR SALE 1
HAWAII EXISTS IN LA! NEW INVENTORY. 11 HOMES AVAIL. Terrific Opportunity! PCH/Sunset. Up to 1,600 Sq. Ft. $179,000-1.1 million. Some completely remodeled, many upgrades. Ocean views, wood floors, new kitchens, sun deck, rec center w/ pool/spa/gym. Steps from the sand. Condo alternative. Agent, Michelle Bolotin, (310) 230-2438
HOMES WANTED 1b
WE BUY HOUSES, APTS & LAND! ALL CASH, AS-IS, FAST CLOSE. David, (310) 308-7887
FURNISHED HOMES 2
FULLY FURNISHED, CHARMING & quiet 1 bdrm, 1 ba cottage. FP, walking distance to village & bluffs. Short term available. No pets. $2,500/mo.+security. (310) 459-0765
UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a
1 bdrm, 1 ba MOBILE HOME GEM overlooking beach. Nice yard, fresh paint, new fridge & oven. $1,995/mo. (310) 454-2515
OCEAN VIEW LARGE MOBILE home. Studio/office alcove, kitchen, large dining area. Charming light, airy lovely creative space. Walk beach. Partially furnished. $1,200/mo. (310) 613-1572
REMODELED HOME with ocean views. 3 bdrm, 2 ba, hdwd flrs, vaulted ceilings, patio, grassy yard, 2 car garage with W/D. $5,500/mo. (310) 560-4714
SWEEPING OCEAN VIEW with pool. 3 bdrm, 21⁄2 ba plus workshop & bonus room. Parking for 10. 30,000 sq. ft. lot. $6,750/mo. Call (310) 210-7625
UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c
BRENTWOOD “Country Cottage Charm.” 1 bdrm+ den/office. Near Brentwood Country Club. Charming ambiance. High beam ceilings, brick woodburning fireplace, hardwood floors. French doors to private balcony, shutters throughout. Stainless stove & micro. Privacy & quiet. Nestled among trees & gardens. Immaculate condition, A/C garage, no pets $2,500/mo. (310) 826-7960
WALK TO BEACH! 1 bdrm, hdwd, gated entry, pool and parking. Quiet location near Sunset/PCH. $1,695/mo. (310) 230-7804
PACIFIC PALISADES APARTMENT. Pets ok. Available within walking distance to village with Gelsons, CVS, library, many great restaurants and stores. Beautiful and quiet building with swimming pool. 1 bdrm. Apt. #5. $1,495/mo. Call Jay, (310) 200-0063
PALISADES 1 BDRM, sunny, remodeled, new paint, carpet, gas stove, refrigerator, covered parking, one-year lease. Non-smoker. No pets. Laundry, storage. $1,290/mo. (310) 477-6767
BEAUTIFUL 2 BDRM, 1 ba guesthouse w/ family rm, view, no kit., sm. ref. & hot plate. hdwd. flrs., cable, internet, util incl. rec. ctr. $1,950/mo. Mary, (310) 454-9337
ROOMS FOR RENT 3
PRIVATE ROOM bath, den, private entrance on lower floor of Pacific Palisades home. Washer, dryer. $795/mo. (310) 454-1159
WANTED TO RENT 3b
LOCAL EMPLOYED male seeks guesthouse. Quiet, local references. Non-smoker, no pets. Call Palisades Post, (310) 454-1321
GUEST HOUSE WANTED to rent. Contact Alan at (310) 454-0531
GUEST ROOM WANTED to rent. Contact Alex, (310) 454-6463
RETIRED MILITARY widower, non-smoker, no pets wants to be near family. Looking for guesthouse, apt. near village. (310) 548-7159
OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c
PALISADES OFFICE SUITES available in the heart of the VILLAGE including 1) Single office suites with windows in each office and some with balconies starting from $975 per month and 2) Office suites ranging in size from 950 sf to 5,000 sf, all with large windows with great natural light. Amazing views of the Santa Monica mountains, private balconies and restrooms. Building amenities include high speed T1 internet access, elevator and secured, underground parking. Call Brett at (310) 591-8789 or email brett@hp-cap.com
PALISADES OFFICE SUITE available on Via de La Paz. Approx. 1,103 SF, it includes 2 offices with large windows overlooking a courtyard, front office area for 2 receptionists, conference room, kitchen w/ appliances & 1 bathrm. 2 reserved parking spaces. Perfect for any type of business. $3,305/mo. Call (310) 386-2466 or email info@dslrf.org.
VACATION RENTALS 3e
FULLY SELF CONTAINED 24’ Fleetwood Terry trailer across the street from Will Rogers State Beach. Pacific Palisades. $1,400/mo. (310) 454-2515
FULLY SELF CONTAINED 28’ Kit Road Ranger trailer across the street from Will Rogers State Beach in Pacific Palisades. $1,600/mo. (310) 454-2515
BEAUTIFUL FURNISHED 2 bdrm, 11⁄2 ba, gourmet kitchen, yard, walk to village. Avail June 20-Aug. 17. $3,600/mo. Contact David, (310) 454-1259 or Lowmusic@aol.com. Pics on request.
MORTGAGES, TRUST DEEDS 4
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LOST & FOUND 6a
LOST: ELECTRIC CAR AND HOUSE KEYS. Lost 03/13 between Marquez and Enchanted Way. Please call (310) 454-5191
LOST: ORANGE 5-year-old male Tabby. Via de la Paz/Monument/Bestor/Charm Acres. March 14th. Answers to Pablo. Call with info. (310) 454-7952
BOOKKEEPING/ACCOUNTING 7b
SHIRLEY WILL AGAIN BE AVAILABLE after April 15th. Save the date. (310) 570-6085
COMPUTER SERVICES 7c
COMPUTER SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT. HOME & BUSINESS–Windows Vista/XP–20 Yrs exp. frankelconsulting.com • (310) 454-3886
MARIE’S MAC & PC OUTCALL. I CAN HELP YOU IN YOUR HOME OR OFFICE WITH: • Consultation on best hard/software for your needs • Setting up & configuring your system & applications • Teaching you how to use your Mac or PC • Upgrades: Mac OS & Windows • Internet: DSL, Wireless, E-mail, Remote Access • Key Applications: MS Office, Filemaker, Quicken • Contact Managers, Networking, File Sharing, Data backup • Palm, Visor, Digital Camera, Scanner, CD Burning • FRIENDLY & PROFESSIONAL — BEST RATES (310) 262-5652
YOUR OWN TECH GURU * SET-UP, TUTORING, REPAIR, INTERNET. Problem-Free Computing, Guaranteed. Satisfying Clients Since 1992. If I Can’t Help, NO CHARGE! COMPUTER WORKS! Alan Perla (310) 455-2000
THE DETECHTIVES™. PROFESSIONAL ON-SITE MAC SPECIALISTS. PATIENT, FRIENDLY AND AFFORDABLE. WE COVER ALL THINGS MAC • Consulting • Installation • Training and Repair for Beginners to Advanced Users • Data recovery • Networks • Wireless Internet & more. (310) 838-2254. William Moorefield • www.thedetechtives.com
GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 7f
PLANNING A GARAGE SALE? an estate sale? a moving sale? a yard sale? Call it what you like. But call us to do it for you. We do the work. Start to finish. • BARBARA DAWSON • Garage Sale Specialist • (310) 454-0359 • bmdawson@verizon.net • www.bmdawson.com • Furniture • Antiques • Collectibles • Junque • Reliable professionals • Local References
ORGANIZING SERVICES 7h
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE, ORGANIZATION & bookkeeping. Superior services provided w/ discretion & understanding. Pali resident, local references. Call Sarah, (310) 573-9263
HOME INVENTORY SERVICES 7j
HOME INVENTORY SERVICES for FIRE THEFT, Earthquake, wills/estates, rentals, divorce. Incl video, photos & detailed reports. Pali resident. (310) 230-1437 www.homesweethomevideo.com
SOLAR/WIND ENERGY 7m
ALTERNATIVE ENGINEERING SOLAR • GO SOLAR! • TAX INCENTIVES! Design & engineering solar/wind systems • Huge rebates • Financing available • Local Palisades contractor • Lic. #912279. Call for free consultation, (877) 898-1948
NANNIES/BABYSITTERS 8a
VIP NANNY AGENCY. “Providing very important people with the very best nanny.” • Baby Nurses • Birthing Coaches • Housekeepers. (818) 907-1017, (310) 614-3646
NANNY—PEACE OF MIND 4 PARENTS. Excellent local refs. Former kindergarten teacher 13+ yrs exp. CPR/CDL. Newborn, twins, toddler, school-age. L/O, able to L/I when needed. Great w/ pets. You can depend on me. Phyllis, (818) 340-7183.
EUROPEAN EXPERIENCED NANNY looking for part time position, clean DMV, excellent references. Legal to work. Call Vera, (951) 454-4079
DOMESTIC AGENCIES 9
NEVERLAND NANNIES & DOMESTICS. We assist local families in finding domestic professionals for their household needs. Caring nannies, doulas, nurses; attentive assistants, housekeepers, chefs & more. Please call at anytime. (818) 888-9894, (818) 653-6999. www.NeverlandNannies.com
HOUSEKEEPERS 9a
“PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.” We make your home our business. Star sparkling cleaning services. In the community over 15 years. The best in housekeeping for the best price. Good references. Call Bertha, (323) 754-6873 & cell (213) 393-1419
HOUSEKEEPING/BABYSITTER avail. Mon.-Sun. Own transportation. Excellent references. Call Maria, (310) 948-9637
PLEASANT, EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER available Mon., Thurs. & Fri. Live out. Excellent local references. Some English. Please call Reyna, (323) 635-6173
HOUSEKEEPING, 20 years experience. Good references, available Mon.-Sat. Love pets and children. N/S. Lives local. Call anytime. (310) 572-7984, cell (310) 817-9515
SUNSET HOUSE & CARPET CLEANING • Window washing • House cleaning • Carpet cleaning. Over 33 yrs. experience. Call Barry at (818) 887-7150
I’M AVAILABLE full-time or part-time as a housekeeper or as a nanny. Experienced. English. References. Florina Cruz, (310) 597-9326
HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE • Experience • References • Own transportation • English. Call Erika, (213) 385-7922
HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Tues./Thurs./Sat. English, car and references. Call Carol, (323) 299-1797 or (818) 742-5680. Call evenings.
CLEANING HOUSES. Available Mon.-Sat. Very experienced. No car. Speak little English, love dogs, local references. Call Silvia, (323) 822-8410
HOUSEKEEPING BABYSITTING TEAM Avail. Mon.-Fri. Excellent references. Own transportation. Clean DMV. Trustworthy. Very fast & efficient. Call Brenda or Angie, (323) 304-3151 or (213) 841-6771
EXCELLENT HOUSEKEEPER Great with kids & cleaning. Prefer live in. Perfect references. (310) 689-8015
HOUSEKEEPER TRUSTWORTHY & reliable. English speaking. Owns car. Local references. Teresa, (323) 754-8058
HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Mon.-Fri. References, own car, many years experienced. Call Aida, hm (323) 735-7603, cell (323) 528-0291
ELDER CARE/COMPANIONS 10a
HOUSEKEEPING CHILD & ELDERLY care, experienced CPR, first Aid certified with medical background L/I or L/O, fluent English, references avail. Call Ed, (888) 897-5888, (818) 486-6432
IRISH COMPANION/Elder care & cook available full time to live-in or live-out. Own car, clean DMV Excellent references. Many years experience. Call (805) 551-9111
SUGAR & SPICE Nannie Service. Elder/child care. Experienced (special needs), Alzheimer’s & dementia. Can cook. Personal & housesitting. Call (323) 474-8943, (323) 758-6271
GARDENING, LANDSCAPING 11
PALISADES GARDENING • Full Gardening Service • Sprinkler Install • Tree Trim • Sodding/Seeding • Sprays, non-toxic • FREE 10” Flats, Pansies, Snap, Impatiens. (310) 568-0989
WATERFALLS & POND CONSTRUCTION: Water gardening. Japanese Koi fish. Filtration pond service, repair & maintenance. Free estimates. (310) 435-3843, cell (310) 390-1276. www.TheKingKoi.com
TREE SERVICE 11d
ECCONO TREE SERVICE. Prof. tree trimming & removal. LAFD brush clearance. Monthly gardening service. Lic. #780501. Bonded, insured. Worker’s comp. Free est. (310) 497-8131. www.ecconotreecare.com
HEALTH & BEAUTY CARE 12a
CELLUETTE REJUVENATION STUDIO by Marianna. Get ready for summer. You don’t have to work hard on your body to get in good shape. Have your circulation, body, contouring. Vibration for weight loss. Cellulite treatments. Affordable. We are the best in the Palisades. (310) 490-9889
WINDOW WASHING 13h
HAVING A PARTY? SELLING some real estate, or just want to do some spring cleaning? Get those WINDOWS SHINING by calling No Streak Window Cleaning, where we offer fast friendly quality service you can count on! For a free estimate, call Marcus, (323) 632-7207. Lic. #122194-49, insured.
EXPERT WINDOW CLEANER • Experienced 21 yrs on Westside. Clean & detailed. Can also clean screens, mirrors, skylights & scrape paint off glass. Free estimates. Brian, (310) 289-5279
HOUSESITTING 14b
VERY RESPONSIBLE, PROFESSIONAL COUPLE will housesit your home for 6 mos. or more. References available. Call Tim, (310) 889-8257
PERSONAL SERVICES 14f
BAR/BAT MITZVAH SEMINAR. We can show you how to do it yourself on a budget. We’re the ladies who created Young Angels. We can teach you all the secrets of producing a great event for less than you thought. Call for info: (310) 573-9913, Brook & Debbie
PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g
HAPPY PET • Dog Walking • Park Outings • Socialization • Insured. Connie, (310) 230-3829
PERSONAL TOUCH DOG WALKING/sitting service. Cats included. Pali resident over 25 yrs. Very reliable. Refs. available. If you want special care for your pet, please call me. Jacqui, (310) 454-0104, cell (310) 691-9893
• PET HEAVEN • TOTAL PET CARE • Training. Walking. Playgroups and hikes. 30 years Pali resident. References. Call (310) 454-0058 for a happy dog!
FITNESS INSTRUCTION 15a
HAVE FUN! GET FIT! NORDIC WALKING CLASSES. Certified Advanced Nordic walking instructor, Palisades resident teaches private/group classes in the Palisades. Weekends. (310) 266-4651
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS. Harvard, Yale, UC Berkeley Scholar taking few extra students. Caring, personalized, low-cost instruction, self-paced. Palisades. Dr. Veronika Sommer, (310) 454-0897
TUTORS 15e
INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION. Children & adults. 25+ years teaching/tutoring exper. MATH, GRAMMAR, ESSAY WRITING & STUDY SKILLS. Formerly Sp. Ed. Teacher. Call Gail, (310) 313-2530
SCIENCE & MATH TUTOR. All levels (elementary to college), Ph.D., MIT graduate, 30 years experience. Ed Kanegsberg, (310) 459-3614
MS. SCIENCE TUTOR. Ph.D., Experienced, Palisades resident. Tutor All Ages In Your Home. Marie, (310) 888-7145
READING SPECIALIST • Master of Education—Reading and Learning Disabilities • Special Education Teaching Certificate: K-12 • Regular Education Teaching Certificate: K-9 • Elementary Education Teaching experience: 12 yrs • Services provided for special & regular education students of all levels • Academic areas taught include reading (phonics and reading comprehension) writing and spelling • Private tutoring includes accessing the student’s needs, developing an individualized education program and implementation of that program. Palisades resident. Call Brandi, (310) 230-9890
PROFESSIONAL TUTOR. Stanford graduate (BA and MA, Class of 2000). Available for all subjects and test prep (SAT & ISEE). In-home tutoring at great rates. Call Jonathan, (310) 560-9134
CLEARLY MATH & MORE! Specializing in math & now offering chemistry & Spanish! Elementary thru college level. Test prep, algebra, trig, geom, calculus. Fun, caring, creative, individualized tutoring. Math anxiety. Call Jamie, (310) 459-4722
EXPERIENCED SPANISH TUTOR • All grades • Levels • Grammar • Conversational • SAT/AP • Children, adults • Great references. Noelle, (310) 980-6071
SPANISH TUTOR CERTIFIED TEACHER for all levels. Has finest education, qualifications, 20 yrs exper. Palisades resident, many good references, amazing system, affordable rates. Marietta, (310) 459-8180
TUTORING & HOMEWORK HELP. Teacher with credentials in Elementary, Special Ed. and Reading. Masters in Education & 23 years classroom teaching experience, 2 years as Reading Recovery specialist. Palisades resident. Affordable rates. Diana, (310) 717-5472 dianaleighw@yahoo.com
TRAVELING TO MEXICO, South or Central America or Spain? For tourism or work? I can help you with Spanish communication. I am a Palisades resident from South America. Great experience. I teach all ages, students, businesspeople. All professionals, groups ok. (310) 741-8422
CREDENTIALED MATH & STUDY SKILLS TEACHER (BA-UCSD, M.Ed-UCLA, Ph.D. candidate-USC) Tutor K-College. Most subjects. 15 years recent classroom experience in the Palisades. Libby, (310) 963-0093
TUTOR—EXETER/YALE GRAD. Palisades resident. Specializes in English, History & Spanish. All levels. Preparation for college applications. SAT, ISEE. Get your child organized; develop reading, writing, critical thinking. Justin, (310) 801-1048
CONCRETE, MASONRY, POOLS 16c
MASONRY, CONCRETE & POOL CONTRACTOR. 36 YEARS IN PACIFIC PALISADES. Custom masonry & concrete, stamped, driveways, pools, decks, patios, foundations, fireplace, drainage control, custom stone, block & brick, tile. Excellent local references. Lic. #309844. Bonded/insured/ workmen’s comp. Family owned & operated. MIKE HORUSICKY CONSTRUCTION, INC. (310) 454-4385 • www.horusicky.com
CONSTRUCTION 16d
THE TOWN & COUNTRY BUILDERS, General Contractors • State Lic. #441191 • Remodeling • Additions • Masonry • Concrete • Flagstone • Patio • Stone Wall • Tile • Fireplace • BBQ • Deck • Brick • Steps • Retaining Walls • Driveway • PLEASE CALL (310) 578-7108 • FREE ESTIMATES
ELECTRICAL 16h
PALISADES ELECTRIC. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. All phases of electrical, new construction to service work. (310) 454-6994. Lic. #468437. Insured Professional Service
ELECTRICIAN HANDYMAN. Local Service Only. Lic. #775688. Please Call (310) 454-6849 or (818) 317-8286
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THE FENCE MAN. 14 years quality workmanship. Wood fences • Decks • Gates • Chainlink & overhang. Lic. #663238, bonded. (818) 706-1996
INDEPENDENT SERVICE CARLOS FENCE: Wood & Picket Fences • Chain Link • Iron & Gates • Deck & Patio Covers. Ask for Carlos, (310) 677-2737 or fax (310) 677-8650. Non-lic.
FLOOR CARE 16m
GREG GARBER’S HARDWOOD FLOORS SINCE 1979. Install, refinish. Fully insured. Local references (310) 230-4597 Lic. #455608
CENTURY HARDWOOD FLOOR. Refinishing, Installation, Repairs. Lic. #813778. www.centurycustomhardwoodfloorinc.com • centuryfloor@sbcglobal.net • (800) 608-6007 • (310) 276-6407
GOLDEN HARDWOOD FLOORS • Professional Installation and refinishing. National Wood Flooring Association member. License #732286. Plenty of local references. (877) 622-2200 • www.goldenhardwoodfloors.com
JEFF HRONEK, 39 YRS. RESIDENT • HARDWOOD FLOORS INC. • Sanding & Refinishing • Installations • Pre-finished • Unfinished • Lic. #608606. Bonded, Insured, Workers Comp. www.hronekhardwoodfloors.com (310) 475-1414
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HANDYMAN • HOOSHMAN. Most known name in the Palisades. Since 1975. Member Chamber of Commerce. Lic. #560299. Call for your free est. Local refs available. Hooshman, (310) 459-8009, 24 Hr.
LABOR OF LOVE carpentry, plumbing, tile, plaster, doors, windows, fencing & those special challenges. Work guaranteed. License #B767950. Ken at (310) 487-6464
LOCAL RESIDENT, LOCAL CLIENTELE. Make a list, call me. I specialize in repairing, replacing all those little nuisances. Not licensed; fully insured; always on time. 1 Call, 1 Guy: Marty, (310) 459-2692
D.J. CARPENTRY & REPAIRS. Serving the Palisades 13 yrs. Non-lic. No job too small. Prompt, friendly service. (310) 454-4121, cell (310) 367-6383
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 16p
SANTA MONICA HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING. INSTALLATION: New and old service and repairs. Lic. #324942 (310) 393-5686
LOCKSMITH 16q
LOCKSMITH • (310) 396-7784 • Bill Walter, Residential & Commercial. License #LCO-4438 Emergency Service 24/7
PAINTING, PAPERHANGING 16r
PAUL HORST • Interior & Exterior • PAINTING • 54 YEARS OF SERVICE • Our reputation is your safeguard. License No. 186825 • (310) 454-4630 • Bonded & Insured
TILO MARTIN PAINTING. For A Professional Job Call (310) 230-0202. Ref’s. Lic. #715099
SQUIRE PAINTING CO. Interior and Exterior. License #405049. 25 years. Local Service. (310) 454-8266. www.squirepainting.com
ZARKO PRTINA PAINTING. Interior/Exterior. 35 years in service. License #637882. Call (310) 454-6604
PACIFIC PAINTING SINCE 1979 • Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial • Custom painting • Wallpaper removal • Drywall repair • Bonded & ins. Lic. #908913. (310) 954-7170
PLUMBING 16t
JLK PLUMBING. Re-pipe and sewer specialist & all plumbing repairs. Mention this ad & receive 10% off. Lic. #722414. Call (310) 678-6634
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KANAN CONSTRUCTION • References. BONDED • INSURED • St. Lic. #554451 • DANIEL J. KANAN, CONTRACTOR, (310) 451-3540 / (800) 585-4-DAN
LABOR OF LOVE HOME REPAIR & REMODEL. Kitchens, bathrooms, cabinetry, tile, doors, windows, decks, etc. Work guar. Ken Bass, General Contractor. Lic. #B767950. (310) 487-6464
COMPLETE CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION • New/Spec Homes • Kit+bath remodeling • Additions. Quality work at reasonable rates guaranteed. Large & small projects welcomed. Lic. #751137. Michael Hoff Construction today, (310) 230-2930
ROOFING 16w
PALISADES ROOFING • All types of roofing. Waterproofing & water damage repairs. Best service • Best price • Guaranteed. Lic. #751137. (310) 230-2930. Fax (310) 230-2931
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DRIVERS: TEAMS EARN TOP DOLLAR plus great benefits. Solo drivers also needed for Western Regional. Werner Enterprises, (800) 346-2818 x123
DENTAL-ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT. Exclusive office in Pacific Palisades. Exceptional opportunity. Call (310) 454-0317
OFFICE MANAGER FOR Malibu office: career oriented, organized and detailed, excellent communication, phone and writing skills, computer literate (QuickBooks, Word, Excel, Photoshop). Please e-mail resume to adam@amazingtaste.com
FULL-TIME PREPARATOR for The J. Paul Getty Trust. Requisition Number: 2889. More information go to: www.getty.edu
WORLD-RENOWNED PLASTIC surgeon looking for an admin assist & patient relations coordinator to join our team in Pac Pal. Will train & rewad generously. Call (310) 459-6792
COSMETIC RN. World-renowned plastic surgeon. Pacific Palisades. Injectables/laser. Call (310) 459-6792
LOCAL DERMATOLOGY OFFICE needs part-time front-office help. Reliable, professional, flexible hours,experience helpful. References a must. Fax CV to (310) 454-5027
happy LA. Newest clothing boutique in the Palisades, is seeking PT/FT help. Must be willing to work weekends. Resume to infor@happy-la.com, (310) 459-5511
AUTOS 18b
CASH 4 MERCEDES BENZ/BMW $$ 1980-1995, running or not. Any questions, please call (310) 995-5898
BLACK MERCEDES 1998. 60,500 miles. Tan interior. Excellent condition. All service done at dealers. $12,250. (310) 454-1946
GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 18d
ANTIQUE REGULATOR clock/G’mother’s clock! Antique signs/tools/Marantz turntable/clothes/linens/costume jewelry/knick-knacks/etc. FRI.-SAT., Mar. 21-22; 8 a.m.-4p.m., 16820 Charmel Ln. (Bienveneda/ Akron/Lachman). Info/pix: www.bmdawson.com
SPRING SALE. LANDSCAPE designer over-runs. Patio furn, pots blooming with color. SAT., March 22nd. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 1134 Charm Acres Place (off Via de la Paz).
2 FAMILY ESTATE SALE. Sat., Mar. 22, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. QUALITY Everything! Furniture, silver, china, clothes & more. 464 20th St., Santa Monica, 90402.
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WANTED: Old tube guitar amplifiers, working or not. ‘50s, ‘60s, etc. Tommy, (310) 895-5057 • profeti2001@yahoo.com
Rosendahl Honors Firemen Who Fought Highlands Blaze
The firefighters who put out a blaze that destroyed three townhouses in the Palisades Highlands on January 17 were honored at the Community Council meeting last Thursday evening. Nearly 100 firefighters responded to the fire that started around 8:20 p.m. in a garage at 1684 Michael Lane. The owner had just parked his car in the garage, and when he went inside, the car caught fire. The fire spread into an attic shared by the six townhouses in that building and into the walls of three adjoining units, causing severe heat, water and smoke damage that displaced three families. Firefighters from L.A. Fire Department Stations 23, 69, 19, 59, 63 and 5 responded. Last Thursday, Councilman Bill Rosendahl presented captains representing those stations, Battalion Chief Patrick Butler and Assistant Chief Daniel McCarthy, with certificates of appreciation. ‘Not only did they get there quickly, they stayed long enough to make sure all the embers were out,’ Rosendahl said. Some of the firefighters remained at the scene until 5 a.m. ‘It’s always great to receive recognition, but we were just doing our job,’ said Fire Station 23 Capitan Bill Ernst. ‘We are here to help people.’ Rob Gilmer, president of the Michael Lane Villas Association (which has 110 townhouses), expressed his gratitude. ‘We have to consider these men and women heroes,’ Gilmer said, noting that when he arrived at the scene, he saw a wall of flames consuming two homes. ‘We could have easily lost 10 to 12 units,’ given the warm, windy weather. Gilmer presented the firefighters with a thank-you note from the kindergarten students at St. Mel School in Woodland Hills. Teacher Joyce Cluess and her husband, Chris, lost their home in the fire that night. Following the fire, ‘the neighbors showed a tremendous amount of care and concern,’ Gilmer said. ‘They offered the people who lost homes a place to stay until they could relocate.’ Rosendahl also acknowledged Community Council member Paul Glasgall for his help. Last year, Glasgall participated in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, which educates people how to respond to a disaster. ‘Paul appeared during the height of the chaos, wearing the green vest that identified him to both firefighters and residents as someone prepared to respond to the demands of emergency response,’ Gilmer said. ‘He was immediately enlisted by the firefighters to assist in crowd control and did so admirably for several hours.’ Glasgall, who has chaired the Palisades Highlands Presidents’ Council for 17 years, said when he heard the sirens, he drove to the scene to find out if he could be of assistance. ‘I care a lot about this community,’ said Glasgall, a local real estate agent who represents the Highlands on the Community Council.
Seymour Wasserman, 48-Year Palisadian
Seymour Wasserman, who had lived in Pacific Palisades since 1960, died March 15. He was 92 years old. Born June 7, 1915 in Chicago, Seymour married his childhood sweetheart, Annette, in 1940, and they had two children: Jeff and Marsha. He and Annette moved to Pacific Palisades, and he worked for the TV Fanfare advertising company for 30 years. A great lover of animals, Seymour owned dogs, a parrot and a turtle. His family describes him as a wonderful person who loved to help others and who had a lot of pride in his children and grandchildren. He and Annette were married for 59 years, until her death in 1999. Later in life, Seymour traveled to Europe, Alaska, Hawaii and Canada with his companion, Christa Williams. He is survived by his daughter-in-law Ingert Wasserman and two grandchildren, Annika and Lindsay. His two children preceded him in death. Services will be held at noon today, March 20, at Hillside Memorial Park, 6001 Centinela Ave. A reception will follow at Junior’s Deli, 2379 Westwood Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society. Contact: (323)-730-5300.
Ronny Can’t Stay Retired; Buys Cleaners on Marquez
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer
When Ronny Naidoo sold his popular market on Marquez Avenue last June after being in business for 14 years, he planned to travel with his wife, Debi. At the time she predicted, ‘Maybe we’ll get tired of traveling and we’ll come back and do something else.’ After traveling to Hawaii, the Bahamas, South Africa and Mexico on various trips, the Naidoos came back to their condo in Marquez Knolls, and Ronny soon realized that he was already growing tired of retirement. ‘I missed the people, I missed the kids,’ he said Monday. ‘When the opportunity came up right across the street [from his condo] I took it.’ On March 13, the Naidoos purchased Parklane Cleaners from Nurit Rouhparvar, who had owned the business for the past 24 years. The shop is next door to Ronny’s old market (still called Ronny’s Market) and the two owners had been friendly neighbors for years. ‘He is easy and I am easy, too,’ said Rouhparvar, who bought the cleaners from her cousin in 1984. Her cousin had acquired it from the original Parklane owner, who established the business in 1948 at the same location. The Parklane Cleaners sign still reads ‘We give S & H Green Stamps,’ a throwback to a different era. Rouhparvar is now planning to try a limited retirement, continuing in the store on Tuesday and Thursday to work on alterations. It is hard for her to leave because she has been at the store long enough to see the children, who came in with their families, now come in with their own families. ‘I’ve seen three generations,’ she said. ‘I worked 60 hours a week and I have a big family, 10 grandkids, so I’m ready to retire,’ said Rouhparvar, who will be full-time in the store for the next several weeks during the transition. Naidoo has also brought his son-in-law, David Bates, into the business. The two plan to automate the cleaners and add a 24-hour drop box for dry cleaning. Prices will remain the same and same-day service will continue for clothes brought in by 9 a.m. New customers will receive 50 percent off on their first dry-cleaning order. ‘We plan to add a recycle box for hangers,’ said Bates, who has also started researching other environmentally friendly options for the business. Bates and Naidoo plan to institute a delivery service, where customers can call to have their dirty clothes picked up, cleaned and then returned. Customers will be given their own laundry bag to reuse. Store hours will be 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. In addition to regular dry cleaning, the store will continue to clean wedding dresses, rugs, leather and suede, and bedspreads. And Rouhparvar promises if there’s a hole in a garment, she can do the weaving to fix it. One of the highlights of Ronny’s old store was free gummy worms on the counter for the children. They’re back, with an additional draw for parents: free coffee. Ronny’s great smile is back, too.
Opening Day at the PPBA with Tom Hanks and Friends
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer
Perhaps Tom Hanks missed his calling. Sure, he’s made quite a career for himself as an actor, winning two Oscars, three Emmys and four Golden Globes. Yet he seemed so happy, so poised, so in his element Saturday morning at the Field of Dreams when he wound up and threw a nasty curve ball over the outside corner of the plate and into his son Truman’s mitt to officially open this year’s Palisades Pony Baseball Association season. ‘Let that be the first of many great pitches!’ Hanks declared as he pumped his fist, danced a jig and soaked in cheers. ‘And how ’bout a round of applause for our courageous umps who keep’ em fair.’ Perhaps Hanks would’ve found fame as a manager like Jimmy Dugan, whom he portrayed in the movie ‘A League of Their Own,’ or perhaps even as a major league player. Not that Hanks is complaining about the path he chose, for it ultimately led him to Pacific Palisades, the place he and his wife, actress Rita Wilson, have called home for 20 years. ’Everywhere I travel people tell me that I live in a fantasy world,’ Hanks said. ‘They’re right’ there’s nothing more fantastic than a place where all you have to worry about is a place to park.’ Asked if he had practiced before throwing out the ceremonial first ball, Hanks said he didn’t need to because ‘I’ve been throwing stuff at kids for a long time.’ Turns out, Hanks is as skilled at flipping flapjacks as he is throwing a baseball. Hours before he took to the field he was donning an apron and manning a grill alongside local fitness guru Jake Steinfeld to serve up breakfast for hordes of hungry neighbors. ‘That was a fun movie to make,’ Hanks said about ‘A League of Their Own.’ ‘I got paid to play baseball and hang out with girls. That could’ve gone on for years and I’d have been okay with it.’ Hanks grew up in the Bay Area and was an avid A’s fan. When he was in junior high he sold peanuts, popcorn and soda at Oakland Coliseum while watching the likes of Vida Blue and Reggie Jackson. He ran track in high school but soon gravitated to the drama department because ‘there were more girls, so that seemed like the place to be.’ Several sporting events stand out in the actor’s mind: ‘I happened to be at Wrigley Field (in Chicago) when Pete Rose tied Ty Cobb,’ Hanks recalled. ‘The game was called on account of darkness and Pete broke it [all-time hit record] the next day. I also saw Tom Seaver win his 300th game in Yankee Stadium.’ Hanks is a Palisadian through and through. He dines at local restaurants, shops at local stores and supports local projects’like the new gym and the Field of Dreams. He also takes pride in his pancake-making prowess. ‘I’m finally living up to my potential and destiny,’ Hanks joked. ‘My friend Jake here feels it’s his job to squeeze 108 pancakes on one grill. That’s fine, but if he gives me any trouble I’m gonna’ bounce one right off his gluteus maximus.’ Steinfeld, who admitted he was looking forward to watching his 8-year-old son Zach make his Pinto debut with the Tigers, implored Hanks to stop working on his autobiography and concentrate on the task at hand. ‘Making pancakes is about consistency,’ Steinfeld teased, mixing in a little banter with the batter. ‘This is not a Democratic or Republican issue’it’s a pancake issue. Tom is waffling. He’s all over the place’some big, some small. Mine? All the same size.’ Shortly after 9 a.m., the Pinto Cardinals sang the national anthem and Hanks followed with the first pitch’which was every bit as impressive as the one California First Lady Maria Shriver delivered to former Dodgers first baseman Wes Parker to kick off last year’s festivities. With that, umpires on every diamond shouted ‘Play ball!’ and players ran for their respective dugouts. It was only fitting that Truman Hanks fielded the very first ball for the Bronco Cardinals, snaring a sharp grounder to second base and throwing to first base for the out. Below are the game results from opening day: Bronco Division In the American League, the Orioles outscored the Red Sox, 11-3, and the Yankees beat the Tigers, 7-3. In the National League, the Cardinals edged the Cubs, 7-6, and the Phillies topped the Dodgers, 10-8. Mustang Division In the National League, it was the Cubs ousting the Cardinals, 15-5, and the Dodgers beating the Phillies, 12-7. In the American League, the Orioles outscored the Redo Sox, 15-12, and the Yankees topped the Tigers, 15-6. Pinto Division In a pair of high-scoring American League games the Orioles outlasted the Red Sox, 16-11, and the Tigers edged the Yankees, 10-9. The National League featured a pair of one-sided outings with the Cardinals beating the Cubs, 14-1, and the Dodgers taking care of the Phillies, 13-6.
