Lawndale Tribune AND lAwNDAle News The Weekly Newspaper of Lawndale Herald Publications - Inglewood, Hawthorne, Lawndale, El Segundo, Torrance & Manhattan Beach Community Newspapers Since 1911 - Circulation 30,000 - Readership 60,000 (310) 322-1830 - March 9, 2017 Environmental Charter Schools Host Environmental Leadership Summit On February 25, Environmental Charter Schools (ECS)—which includes Environmental Charter High School (ECHS) in Lawndale and middle school campuses in Inglewood and Gardena—hosted a daylong training session addressing urban sustainability, transportation and pollution issues in Los Angeles. In one of the day’s activities, ECS Green Ambassadors Institute educators imagined the future of transportation in the urban landscape by biking through the streets of LA with the Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition. In the photo, participants take a rest stop at the LA River bike trails. The bike group includes ECHS teachers Stephanie Drury (second from left), Jessica Diaz (fourth from left) and Sara Diaz (sixth from left). Laura Lindquist (far right) is a student at ECHS. (Photo by David Montejano Photography) Mixed-Use Development Presents Parking Problems for Lawndale By Haleemon Anderson the November general election, allows adult A mixed-use development planned for 143rd marijuana use. Street, and impending marijuana regulations, Resident Johnny London noted that although brought a round of opposition from community he has 24 years of sobriety, he wants the Council members at this week’s meeting of the Lawndale to look to Long Beach, where dispensaries are City Council. Though not on the agenda, legal, and see what revenue might be generated residents brought the development to the fore before saying no. Penley and Adams noted that during public comments. the federal law still prohibits usage. Several residents expressed concern that Mayor Pro Tem Pat Kearney vehemently businesses contained in the complex, as well expressed his opinion, stating, “There’ll be no as 41 units of livable space, will exacerbate the dispensaries in the city of Lawndale.” Mayor already dense parking situation in Lawndale. Robert Pullen-Miles reminded the body of Homeowner Gary Adams criticized the the two dispensaries already grandfathered in, development, saying it features self-contained saying that the Lawndale municipal code aims resident parking within the complex but still to conform to state law. The intent of the review wants allocated street parking--a move he fears is “that and nothing more,” he said. will be primed for abuse. Adams requested that In other action, the Council approved the Council appeal the project. He noted that adjustments to the general fund budget, decreasing since state regulations do not mandate tandem estimated revenue by $126,325 and increasing street parking, the Council has wide discretion expenditures by $8,850, with the total to be to negotiate with developers. appropriated from the general fund reserve. Long-time residents Jerry Penley and Doris Additionally, reauthorization of the fee related Hoffman also voiced opposition. Hoffman cited to the state-issued franchise for cable television safety, traffic and parking concerns with the 41- provider, which generates $33,000, was approved. unit building, while Penley asked the Council The Council also approved the upgrade of a to appeal the decision. Community Services delivery driver post to transit Resident Pam London, a mainstay at Council operator. The new designation will allow more meetings, had positive comments about the flexibility in providing rides and other services development. She noted the project began to Lawndale’s senior and disabled population. several years ago and said the developers did Mike Estes pointed out that the upgrade would several traffic studies and found little negative put the City at 1.5 full-time transit operators, impact. London expressed support for the project, with no extra costs involved. Funds will be citing the development’s potential to raise sales drawn from the State Proposition A local transit revenue for the City. program account. On agenda, a review of marijuana regulations All action items were approved unanimously. also met with disapproval. The item requests Lieutenant David Hocking gave the public Council members to “provide feedback to safety report, noting that the department has staff regarding whether staff should assist the seen a positive effect from the gang prevention Planning Commission in further study of potential program by the deputies. Hocking reported two marijuana uses as a source of revenue…” or arrests in the two-week period preceding the whether to leave the draft ordinance in its meeting. Deputies were called to a disturbance current state. Proposition 64, which passed in at McDonald’s on Hawthorne, where they took into custody a suspect in a burglary at a house under renovations. In another incident, Hocking said the District Attorney would file murder charges after a suspect was apprehended for firing shots on 154th street, while traveling on foot toward Larch. Mayor Pullen-Miles filled a recent vacancy on the Beautification Committee. The sole applicant, Blanca Cuevas, was in attendance and was confirmed unanimously by the Council. The Mayor reported on his attendance at the LAX meeting, noting the move to modernize the airport, consolidate rental car facilities and install a people mover. Pullen-Miles said the renovations will be “good for the whole region.” He also announced a proclamation, declaring March American Red Cross Awareness Month. He lauded the organization for its impact on the “community, state and the nation.” Councilman Kearney announced the upcoming Clean-Up Week, March 18-26. During the week, residents may have small trash removed from the curb and mount yard sales without permits and at no charge. The City Public Works Yard will accept large trash items on Sunday, March 19 and Saturday, March 25. Volunteers are being sought for the 25th. The Lawndale City Council will hold its next meeting on March 21, at 6:30, in the Lawndale City Hall Council Chambers. • Inside This Issue Certified & Licensed Professionals.......................2 Classifieds............................2 Community Letter................3 Community Briefs...............3 Food.......................................5 Hawthorne Happenings....3 Legals................................ 6-7 Pets........................................8 Police Reports.....................2 Sports....................................4 Weekend Forecast Friday Sunny 72˚/56˚ Saturday Mostly Sunny 74˚/59˚ Sunday Sunny 74˚/59˚ Upcoming Events Clean-Up Week March 18-26 Large Items Accepted March 19, March 25 Next City Council Meeting March 21
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