Dateline Washington – U.S. Rep. Karen Bass (D-Culver City/Los Angeles), zeroing in on her primary commitment as a legislator, rescuing foster youths, spoke out today on Foster Care Month. She joined her four fellow co-chairs from the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth and 119 other members of Congress in introducing a resolution recognizing May as National Foster Care Month awhile … Read More
Meghan’s Clean Water Message to Mayors
From left, City Manager John Nachbar, City Councilpereson Meghan Sahli-Wells, Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti, Mayor Mehaul O’Leary, Councilman Jim Clarke. Photo, Shelly Wolfberg
First of two parts. Former Mayor Meghan Sahli-Wells has become a player in County/Los Angeles City politics. As an architect of yesterday morning’s mayoral gathering at Sony Studios – an ongoing series of mayoral conferences sponsored and led by Mayor Garcetti of Los Angeles – Ms. Sahli-Well gave an address on the perils of stormwater and urban runoff. “A huge, … Read More
What’s Better Than 140 Tito’s Tacos? Ask Vets
Tito’s Tacos’ server Alma Bautista, manager Mathew Nunez and server Ivan Hernandez load up food supplies for 140 veterans.
In a patriotic gesture that could be copied by others, Tito’s Tacos, one of Culver City’s iconic businesses, served up a lunchtime spread last week for 140 U.S. military veterans. For Lynne Davidson, owner of the popular eatery at 11222 Washington Pl., known for its sidewalk lines, this is an every-year event. Owner Lynne Davidson said she did it because … Read More
Welcome to Car Show, Says President Shery
Photo: Hot Rod Network / hotrod.com
The Exchange Club of Culver City is pleased to present the 12th annual “Cruisin’ Back to the Fifties” charity car show in Downtown on Saturday from 9 o’clock to 3 in concert with our long-time co-sponsor, the legendary car customizer George Barris. As Exchange Club president, I am proud to preside over this year’s event. Each year Cruisin’ attracts thousands … Read More
Clarke Talks of What Still Can Be
Photo: Marcin Bartkowiak / publicdomainpictures.net
Second in a series. Re: “What if the City Council Had a Goalline?” The conversation started when Jim Clarke was saying how tiny are audiences for certain important events at City Hall, the series of budget meetings late every spring. Where are the crowds? Why don’t they come out? The City Councilman’s voice echoes and bounces off the distant walls … Read More
White Talks of Fighting Fire with…
Dave White’s family, surrounded by City Council members. From left, daughter Chloe, wife Alma, niece Jennifer, younger daughter Kristen.
Fourth in a series Re: “White’s Journey: From Fires to Paramedic” On the eve of his first anniversary as chief of the Culver City Fire Dept., Dave White notes that this marks the 45th anniversary that Culver City firefighters have provided paramedic services. The historic transformation seems long ago to many, not least Mr. White, a 27-year veteran who arrived … Read More
You, Too, Can Shed Your Shyness
“The ideal is to live our dreams before it is too late.” It is important to take action toward your goals every day. No matter how big or small, take some action. Don’t wait. Create a picture of what you want. Make it a vivid. Imagine a committee in the sky which does not speak our language. The only way … Read More
Ridley-Thomas Will Address Dems Next Week
Sebastian Ridley-Thomas
State Assemblymember Sebastian Ridley-Thomas (D-Culver City/Crenshaw District) will be speaking on legislative issues next week monthly general meeting of the Culver City Democratic Club. On Wednesday, May 13, the 7 o’clock program will be in the Rotunda Room of the Vets Auditorium. It is free, and open to the public. Refreshments will be served at 6:45. Mr. Ridley-Thomas was elected … Read More
Look Who Voted ‘No’ on Personal Obamacare
Assemblyperson Autumn Burke. Photo: Hector Amezcua / Sacramento Bee
How can you be reasonably confident of a legislator’s integrity? The acid test comes when he faces a showdown question. Commonly, there are vast differences between our daily lives and the perks routinely enjoyed by legislators. Is he willing to live under the same conditions he has been advocating for, and has helped impose on, his constituents? Especially when those … Read More
Price’s District Heavily for Minimum Wage Jump
Councilman Curren Price
Hundreds of residents of the New Ninth District, South Los Angeles, participated in a series of community hearings the last two months led by Councilman Curren Price to discuss the city’s proposal to raise the minimum wage for all workers. This is a change that could positively impact the lives of 600,000 Angelenos. As Chair of the Economic Development Committee, Mr. … Read More