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July 16, 2014
In This Issue
#RescuetheMission
Krekorian's Corner:
To Keep 'Hollywood' in Hollywood, Tax Incentives are Key


Dear Friend:

 

Keeping film and TV jobs in Los Angeles is a vital priority for our city and for all of California. We can't afford to allow jobs to be lured away by lucrative tax credits in other places.  

 

This Monday, I wrote an Op-Ed for the Los Angeles Times about the urgent need to expand incentives for California film and television production.

 

You can read my Op-Ed by clicking here: bit.ly/1tIO0Ei 

 

Statewide Push  

 

As Assembly Bill 1839 makes its way through the state Senate, I hope you will join me to urge Sacramento to act now and save an industry that directly employs 190,000 Californians and drives Los Angeles' economy.

 

The bill would expand the state's $100 million film incentive measure, which I authored, and help California better compete with generous tax subsidies available in other states and countries.

 

My 2009 measure has been a major statewide success, funding more than 270 projects, generating $4.3 billion in economic activity and creating tens of thousands of good jobs, many for skilled workers like electricians, carpenters, animators and cinematographers.

 

But times have changed and Sacramento needs to do even more to ensure film and TV production stays in California.  

 

What You Can Do

 

As I point out in the Op-Ed, "it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that if Lockheed and Northrop should get $420 million each in the hope of creating jobs, then certainly a tax incentive program that has already proved itself must be a good idea."

 

If you agree, contact your state senator to support the bill. Please help me spread this message by sharing the article and writing a letter to the editor in support of this issue.

 

 

Very truly yours, 

 

Councilmember Paul Krekorian

 

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Light Rail Now an Option for Our San Fernando Valley

Metro StockLOS ANGELES - Last week, Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill repealing the prohibition of light-rail in the San Fernando Valley. The bill will allow transportation officials to explore increasing transit options for the Valley's Orange Line.

 

The legislation, authored by Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian, reverses the 1991 "Robbins" bill that outlawed light rail along the old Southern Pacific rail right-of-way that would eventually become the Orange Line.

 

The highly successful Orange Line carries 30,000 riders daily. Councilmember and Metro Board Member Krekorian welcomed the measure as an important opportunity to advance options for expanding Orange Line ridership.

 

"Opening up the possibility of light rail on the Orange Line is a critical first step toward reshaping transit throughout the Valley. ... Residents want and need the increased efficiency and connectivity that light rail offers," Councilmember Krekorian told the LA Times.

 

Click here to read the LA Times story on this exciting San Fernando Valley transportation development.

Saving Water as Summer Heats Up 
LOS ANGELES - With California currently facing emergency drought conditions, LADWP is asking residents across the city to look for more ways to reduce water use and make conservation a part of your daily routine.

 

Here a few things residents and businesses should avoid:

  • Using water on hard surfaces such as sidewalks, walkways, driveways or parking areas (with exception of water brooms).
  • Irrigating landscaping between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
  • Allowing excess water from sprinklers to flood gutters.
  • Using water to clean, fill, or maintain decorative fountains unless the water is part of a recirculation system.
  • Serving water to customers in eating establishments, unless requested.
  • Allowing irrigation leaks to go unattended.

To learn more about watering days and the city's conservation plan, visit ladwp.com/waterconservation.

 

Summer Line-up for Movies in the Park

LOS ANGELES - Mark you calendars, Councilmember Krekorian's Summer Movies in the Park series hosting nine film showings in July and August. Here is the schedule:

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July 19

Back to the Future
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd. 

July 26
The Lorax
Beeman Park
12621 Rye St. 
 
August 9 
Field of Dreams
Beeman Park, Studio City
12621 Rye St. 
August 16
Nanny McPhee  
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd.
 
September 20
Despicable Me 
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd.

 

Be sure to follow our newsletter for changes and additions to the schedule. 

Living History
A Modern Look Back at Los Angeles
A scene from the movie "The Karate Kid," then and now. | Left photo: itsfilmedthere.com, right photo: Google maps

On the 30th anniversary of "The Karate Kid," we bring you a scene from the iconic movie that was filmed entirely in the San Fernando Valley and locations around Los Angeles

 

In this scene from the 1984 film, Karate Kid Daniel LaRusso, played by Ralph Macchio, and Mr. Miyagi, played by Pat Morita, are outside the rival Cobra Kai dojo. The dojo was located at 5223 Lankershim Blvd. in North Hollywood.    

 

Do you have a piece of Valley history to share? Send photos and comments to councilmember.krekorian@lacity.org.

 

 Upcoming Community Events

LAPD's Totally Awesome 80's Party Fundraiser


Friday, July 18, 6 p.m.
Hilton Universal
555 Universal Hollywood Dr., Universal City

Join the East Valley Police Activity League Supporter (PALS) and the LAPD North Hollywood Division for a fundraiser to support the community police station. 

East Valley PALS provides support for meaningful programs designed to improve conditions and public relations in North Hollywood. 

For more information, contact PALS president, Jean Sinatra at (818) 982-1133.

Restaurant Week: #DineSFV  


Begins Sunday, July 20

From July 20 to 26, participating restaurants across the Valley will offer patrons special promotions and discounts in an effort to highlight the area's array of cuisines and its eclectic collection of restaurants. The event is about supporting local restaurants and businesses in the San Fernando Valley.

 

#DineSFV is organized by the San Fernando Valley Jaycees and the City of Los Angeles with support from six chambers of commerce.

 

More information about participating restaurants is available at www.dinesfv.com.

Photos From Around Town
The CD2 clean team took to the streets earlier this month to beautify a few sidewalks in the Second District. | Photo: CD2 

Councilmember Krekorian and the Despicable Me minions joined the Studio City Neighborhood Council during Saturday's Summer Movies in the Park series. | Photo: CD2


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