Chamber Participates in Tour of Permanent Supportive Housing

A delegation of Hollywood business community leaders visited the City of Santa Monica last week as part of an on-going effort to find innovative approaches to combat homelessness in Hollywood.  The delegation toured Santa Monica’s Step Up on Second facility – a psycho-social rehabilitation program serving individuals with mental illness. The facility serves as permanent housing for 36 individuals and offers on site services to help residents acquire and maintain independent living at the facility and within the community. The Step Up program is based on a “housing first” approach to homelessness which recognizes the effectiveness of permanent supportive housing over the more historical approach of  asking the homeless to navigate their way through a complex web of  isolated housing, feeding, and other service programs.  The group of Hollywood business community leaders meets regularly to discuss alternatives for ending homelessness in Hollywood.  The group will also be participating in the upcoming Project YIMBY Homeless Connect Day this Thursday, June 26 from 7 – 1 pm at the Music Box Theater (see attached flyer for further information).  The Project YIMBY event, held annually, will provide much needed services to Hollywood’s homeless population. For information on how to get involved the Hollywood Business Roundtable on Homelessness please contact the Chamber’s Vice President of Public Policy, Nicole Shahenian at Nicole@hollywoodchamber.net or at 323-468-1373.

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Central Park Coalition Holds Successful Community Meetings

Approximately 100 persons attended two community meetings held over the last two weeks to provide final input to our consultants from EDAW as they finalize the feasibility study on the proposed Hollywood Freeway Central Park.  Don Scott, chair of the coalition, expressed pleasure at the overwhelmingly positive response from the community.  The consultants used the meeting to explain how the proposed park area might be developed in different stages as funding is identified and to discuss possible uses within the different areas.  It was noted that as planning proceeds, it will be based on the decision that this is a park for the local community and that local residents will help guide its development.  Consultants expect to finalize the report this fall.  Scott expressed appreciation to Laurie Goldman of GO! Goldman Organization for taking the lead in organizing the two community meetings.  Scott also reported that the Central Hollywood Coalition has voted to endorse the project, adding to the impressive list of supporters.  Contributions are still being sought to help move the project forward. Anyone interested should make their checks payable to the: "Hollywood Freeway Central Park Coalition” and mail to the Chamber at 7018 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.

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LAST CHANCE to RSVP for Hollywood Economic Development Summit

This is last call for reservations for Thursday's 14th annual Hollywood Economic Development Summit. With the economy shaky and the downturn in residential real estate, a lot of people are asking how that might be impacting some of the developments in the Hollywood pipeline.  To find out for yourself, plan on attending the Chamber’s 14th annual Hollywood Economic Development Summit, on Thursday, June 19 at the Arclight Cinemas.  Those attending will be the first to receive the latest edition of the popular Chamber publication updating the status of 75 development projects in Hollywood.  This year’s summit focuses on “Taking Hollywood to the Next Level” and will highlight infill development opportunities.  A special interview will be held with James M. Nederlander, Sr., the patriarch of the Nederlander organization, who has been a major player in Hollywood for more than 30 years.  To reserve and get more information, click here. Reserve here

Congressman Becerra to Hold Open House

A special invitation has been extended to Hollywood Chamber of Commerce members to attend an open house by Congressman Xavier Becerra, to be held on Saturday, June 28, at Kingsley Elementary School from 11 a.m. to noon.  Congressman Becerra is the long-time representative of the East Hollywood area in Congress.  RSVP or get more information about the Congressman Xavier Becerra Open House.

L.A. Dodgers to Receive Special Recognition from Hollywood

The Los Angeles Dodgers will receive special recognition on their 50^th anniversary of moving to L.A. this Friday, June 20^th.  The Chamber and Hollywood Historic Trust will present a special “Award of Excellence” plaque at 11 a.m. in front of the Kodak Theatre.  Accepting the award will be owners Frank and Jamie McCourt.  Also participating in the ceremony will be Tommy Lasorda, Joe Torre, Vin Scully and Jaime Jarrin.  This event is open to the public.

Gubler to be Honored by Housing Agency

There is still an opportunity to rsvp for Hollywood Community Housing Corporation (HCHC) annual Flavors of Hollywood benefit at the Hancock Park home of Vicki and Jerry Neuman on Saturday, June 21, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.  This year’s event will honor Chamber President & CEO Leron Gubler, LAPD Captain Clay Farrell and Wolfgang Puck Catering for their commitment to the community.  Admission is $125 per person. HCHC is a long-time Hollywood nonprofit agency that has rehabbed numerous Hollywood residential properties and built ground-up affordable housing to meet Hollywood’s growing needs.  For further information or to make reservations, call (323)469-0710 or go to www.hollywoodhousing.org.

Are You Ready For Cell Phone Auto Ban?

Two new laws dealing with the use of wireless telephones while driving go into effect July 1^st.  There are stiff penalties for anyone caught violating the law.  With only two weeks to go, you need to be aware of the provisions of the law. Learn more

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Friday, July 4, 4-6pm | 4th of July Spectacular at Los Angeles Sports Arena
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Free business counseling at the Hollywood Chamber
Offered by the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
Richard Krelstein, a retired business turn-around specialist
Consulting services will be available most Fridays 9:30 - 11:30am 
To schedule an appointment, call Vivian at (323)469-8311.

Wireless Telephone Laws Takes Effect July 1, 2008  Learn more