THE EAGLE ROCK ASSOCIATION

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August 18, 2005

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This week:

1.  TERA PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE -- MICHAEL THARP

2.  TERA'S COUNCIL CANDIDATE "MEET AND GREET" -- SEPTEMBER 6

3.  MARK YOUR CALENDARS! -- TERA'S ECLECTIC EAGLE ROCK HOME TOUR -- NOVEMBER 6

4.  GET YOUR EAGLE ROCK FLAGS HERE!

5.  NEW ERNC WEB SITE LAUNCHED ‹ COMMUNITY  FORUMS NOW ACTIVE!

6.  ERNC CANDIDATE INFO WORKSHOPS -- AUGUST 18 AND AUGUST 25

7.  NEW STORE IN EAGLE ROCK -- EAGLEROCK UNDERGROUND

8.  TERA MEMBERS HAVE ALL THE LUCK! -- NEW MEMBER DISCOUNT

9.  "COMMUNITY CAR WASH FOR HOPE" -- AUGUST 20

10.  PANDORA'S BOX TRUNK SHOW -- AUGUST 20

11.  "DOWN BY THE RIVER WALK" -- AUGUST 21

12.  SEMI-ANNUAL SALE AT OWLTALK -- AUGUST 19 THROUGH 21

13.  JOIN US FOR AN EAGLE WALK -- AUGUST 27

14.  LETTERS AND E.MAILS

15.  QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- ABRAHAM LINCOLN

1.  TERA PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE -- MICHAEL THARP

TERAıs Candidate "Meet and Greet" Public Meeting is going to be held on Tuesday, September 6 at 7:00 p.m. at the Eagle Rock Center for the Arts.  All of the candidates who are running for the vacated 14th Council District seat have been invited, and if they are serious about being elected we expect them to show up.  I want to thank all of the candidates who have chosen to run.  Itıs a difficult thing to do to, usually involving personal sacrifice, spending time away from family and friends, making tough choices between legitimate, competing interests, and developing a thick skin to deflect the barbs hurled by the informed and uninformed alike about not only policy choices, but personal choices as well.  Not many of us choose to enter that arena, and we should be thankful that there are good people who are willing to do so.  

That being said, it is my hope that all of you who are concerned with the future of our community and City will show up on Tuesday, September 6, to talk to the candidates and look them in the eye when they answer your questions and tell you of their vision for CD 14.  This event is different than a debate between two of the candidates.  Both types of events are valuable tools to help you learn about the candidates and where they stand, but the "meet and greet" format provides an opportunity to walk up to the candidate and say, "Ruby, Nick says he disagrees with Brian on this issue and I want to know what you think and what you would do."  And at the end of the evening, you can walk away saying, "This is what he or she said to me," not "This is what he or she said to a moderator in a room full of hundreds of people."  

There are winds of change blowing throughout the Los Angeles political hierarchy, and who we elect to represent us on the City Council becomes more important than ever.  The imposition of term limits, for better or worse, give those elected to the City Council precious little time to learn how to be effective in representing their districts.  At the August TERA Public Meeting, City Controller Laura Chick said she thought that it was time to focus more of the Cityıs resources on the areas that really needed the most help.  This is a substantial change in the way things are currently divided equally between the 15 Council Districts, and Iıd like to know how the candidates for the council seat feel about that idea.  

Iıve had several candidates tell me about all of the great things they are going to do to make things better for the schools in Los Angeles.  I think our education system and its success or failure is one of the most important issues facing Los Angeles today.  I also know that the Los Angeles City Charter doesnıt give a City Council member any authority over the Los Angeles Unified School District.  So Iıd like to know what those candidates really intend to do that will make the schools better and, if thatıs their primary interest, why they are not working with the Los Angeles Unified School District and our own elected representative to the School District right now to improve things.  I suspect there are more effective avenues to improving things at LAUSD than running for City Council, and Iıd like to hear what the candidates have to say.  I hope you do too!

There are lots of issues in Northeast Los Angeles and in Eagle Rock to occupy a full-time Council memberıs attention.  There are issues regarding the Southwest Museum and the Museum of the West (the Autry Museum to us old folks); business retention and development issues; not so simple but basic issues like making sure there is enough parking for redeveloping business areas along Colorado and Eagle Rock Boulevards; whether or not to create historic preservation overlay zone(s) in some of Eagle Rockıs older areas; and, the always-ubiquitous issues of crime, gangs and violence.

There are just a ton of things that people in Council District 14 need answers about, and the great thing is that they are going to have the opportunity to ask those questions and get answers at the TERA public meeting on September 6, at 7:00 p.m.  Iıll look forward to seeing you there and hearing what our community has to ask and what the candidates have to say.
2.  TERA'S COUNCIL CANDIDATE "MEET AND GREET" -- SEPTEMBER 6

Please join TERA on September 6 in our quest to help you choose the best candidate to represent Eagle Rock and the rest of Council District 14 in the upcoming election on November 8.
Council District 14 "Meet and Greet"
Tuesday, September 6
7:00 p.m.
Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock
2225 Colorado Boulevard
Eagle Rock

Last time we counted, there were 17 candidates.  There might be more by the time September 6 comes around.  Come meet them all!  We hope to see you there!
3.  MARK YOUR CALENDARS! -- TERA'S ECLECTIC EAGLE ROCK HOME TOUR -- NOVEMBER 6

Be sure to attend TERA's Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour on Sunday, November 6!  This year we are featuring the Mt. Royal Drive neighborhood north of Colorado.  It's less than three months away and is guaranteed to be great!

Volunteer to serve as a docent or fill another volunteer position and get a free ticket to the tour as well as an invitation to our famous and always fun after-party.  Please contact the following:

To serve as a docent:  Kathleen Goldstein at goldleroux@aol.com
To volunteer in another capacity:  Teri Aranguren at tacpa@pacbell.net
4.  GET YOUR EAGLE ROCK FLAGS HERE!

If you've traveled west on the 134 freeway approaching Glendale in the late afternoon when the breezes are up, you've seen the Eagle Rock flag flying proudly alongside the California and United States flags on the Rusty Pelican property.  Our flag-raising event on Flag Day, June 14, was wonderful to behold!

Well, now you can have your own version of the Eagle Rock flag.  The flag comes in two sizes:  a small version in 4" x 6" for $5.41, or a larger version (to fly in front of your home, for example) in 3' x 5' for $54.13.  Both prices include sales tax.

We will be selling both sizes of flags at our September 6 "Meet and Greet" event (please see item No. 2 above), or you can order a flag by calling (323) 259-TERA.
5.  NEW ERNC WEB SITE LAUNCHED ‹ COMMUNITY  FORUMS NOW ACTIVE!

The ERNC has launched a new, totally revamped web site at http://www.EagleRockCouncil.org.  From direct links to government representatives on the local, city and state level, to listings of community businesses, organizations and retail shops, to forums on community issues and lots of info on the ERNC and our upcoming elections, we hope youıll find this to be a central hub for information and interaction throughout the community.

And, the ERNC Community Forums are NOW UP AND RUNNING!! Check them out and be among the first to post about your favorite Eagle Rock shops or restaurants; weigh in about community issues; find out about upcoming community events; and share your vision for Eagle Rockıs future.  Itıs all on-line, in the Community Forums section of the ERNC web site!  Check it out today! Web Site:  http://www.eaglerockcouncil.org  Community Forums: http://www.eaglerockcouncil.org/forums/index.php.
6.  ERNC CANDIDATE INFO WORKSHOPS -- AUGUST 18 AND AUGUST 25

If youıve ever considered running for ERNC office, NOW is your chance to become a community leader and take part in shaping the future of Eagle Rock by running for a position on the Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council.  The ERNC is in its third year and evolving all the time.  We look forward to new vision, new energy and new goals, which will be brought to the ERNC by people like YOU.    There has never been a better time to get involved, and your participation is what itıs all about!   

CANDIDATE WORKSHOPS

Thursday, August 18, at 7pm, at the Eagle Rock Library, 5027 Caspar Ave.
Thursday, August 25, at 7pm at Eagle Rock City Hall, 2035 Colorado Blvd. (rear entrance)

WORKSHOPS WILL COVER:
IMPORTANT:  The deadline to file as a candidate is August 31.  For further info and a candidate filing form, go to: http://www.eaglerockcouncil.org/?view=elections  
7.  NEW STORE IN EAGLE ROCK -- EAGLEROCK UNDERGROUND

EAGLEROCK UNDERGROUND: What's up, Northeast LA?!

We are a new store on Eagle Rock Boulevard.  We specialize in the latest urban fashion for people of all ages.  Listen to good music while you shop in a friendly atmosphere.  The only place in NELA to get your latest gear in Urban Clothing.

Sometimes we even have Funnel Cake and BBQ on the weekends!!  Everyone is welcome!!
EagleRock Underground
4690 Eagle Rock Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90041
323-551-6983

Hope to see you soon!!

SUPPORTING ALL INDEPENDENT LABELS. ARTISTS. MUSICIANS.
ART PROVIDED BY: EDDIE RAWSON, PLANT, AND JOHN
8.  TERA MEMBERS HAVE ALL THE LUCK! -- NEW MEMBER DISCOUNT

TERA members come out on top all around town!  Benefits to our members include the following:

NEW!  10% discount at Dante's Chicken & Ribs, 2006 Colorado Boulevard

10% discount at Swork Coffee, 2160 Colorado Boulevard

10% discount at The Coffee Table, 1958 Colorado Boulevard

One-month discount on an annual membership at Curves, 4870 Eagle Rock Boulevard

A free home appraisal up to $1000 with mortgage financing from Olympia Funding. Contact Steve Aranda at (323) 868-6242

10% off Friday and Sunday wine tastings at The Colorado Wine Company, 2114 Colorado Boulevard

10% discount at The Blissful Soul, 4870 Eagle Rock Boulevard

Join TERA now so you, too, can partake in these good things!  To join over 1,000 other Eagle Rock community members in the endeavor to improve our town, just click on http://www.TERA90041.org/teraform.htm.
9.   "COMMUNITY CAR WASH FOR HOPE" -- AUGUST 20

What:     Las Casas Realty, Inc. presents: ³Community Car Wash for Hope²  

Why:      Bringing together members of the Highland Park and Eagle Rock communities to make a difference in the world with the "Community Car Wash for Hope."  Together with local community leaders, business owners and members, Las Casas Realty has  pledged to raise a minimum of $2,500.00 for the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society.  Staff and family members Las Casas Realty and community members will participate in the organizationıs national "Light the Night" walk this fall.

The "Community Car Wash for Hope" will kick off the effort.

We are looking for media sponsors and sponsors/donations of all kinds for the "Community Car Wash for Hope."

When:     Saturday, August 20, 2005
              9a.m. to 4p.m.
              Suggested Donation for Car Wash -- $5.00 / "Awarness" Bracelets will be sold for $2.00 each.
 
Where:   3 Locations --
              McDonaldıs -- 5775 York Blvd. Highland Park
              
              Jimıs Burgers -- 2005 Colorado Blvd. Eagle Rock
              
              Iglesia Pentecostal Esmirna De Las Asambleas de Dios -- 5414 N Figueroa St,  Highland Park

Who:        Las Casas Realty, Inc., Leukemia & Lymphoma Society,
               McDonaldıs, Jimıs Burgers, Iglesia Pentecostal Church, Investors Title,
               Champion Termite Company, Franklin High school and more

How YOU CAN HELP:

Sponsorships, Donations, "In-Kind" Donations, Volunteers, Media Sponsorships, Street Teams, "On-Air" remote or feed; News coverage.  Or simply walk with us and raise awareness!

We need the following:

Hoses, nozzles, towels and rags, soap, umbrellas and chairs, water and refreshments, squeegees, people to help wash cars.

Contact: Camilo Valentin at 323.254.2209
10.  PANDORA'S BOX TRUNK SHOW -- AUGUST 20

One day only . . . you won't want to miss it!  Get yourself some summer sizzle!

It's time once again to step into Pandora's Box, the unique trunk show featuring jewelry and accessories by Northeast Los Angeles artists.  Mark your calendar for

Saturday, August 20, at Avenue 50 Studio in Highland Park

Pandora's Box trunk show, featuring distinctive, handmade jewelry and accessories.  You won't want to miss the latest hand-hewn jewels and treasures from designers Renee Dominique, Tracy Parker, Raquel Soto Escobar, and Jennifer Rowland.
Saturday, August 20 from 3 - 8 p.m.
Avenue 50 Studio
131 N. Avenue 50 in Highland Park (near Figueroa)
323- 258-1435

Enjoy a cocktail for a small donation!  Complimentary nibbles.
11.  "DOWN BY THE RIVER WALK" -- AUGUST 21

Good Afternoon L.A. River Friends,

This Sunday, August 21 at 4:30 PM will be "Down by the River Walk" #79, Meander Along the River's Mouth.  Meet at the corner of 5th and Golden in Long Beach.  We'll be touring the river-adjacent Cesar Chavez Park.  We will take the 6th street tunnel connection onto the LA River Bikeway, view the new trash boom to catch river debris from upstream. Then we'll tour the7-acre Golden Shore Marine Reserve Wetlands located near the Aquarium.

Note: A 3-person video team will join us this Sunday, to get footage and some comments for a show called The Great Warming (http://www.thegreatwarming.com).If you're not comfortable being videotaped, just let us know and they won't bother you. If you have something to say, this segment is about how climate change may affect California, especially vis-a-vis increasing temperature's potential effects on agriculture, water supply and population growth.

The walks take place the 3rd Sunday of each month. The walks last 1-2 hours, are casual, informal and free to members with a suggested donation of $5 for non-members. All ages welcome. Canceled if raining.
Directions:

By Public Transit: Take the Blue Line to Pacific Station, walk just under one mile west on 5th.

By Bike: The LARIO Trail is intermittently closed due to LACDA construction and riprap repair.

By Car: Take the 710 Freeway south, follow signs toward Downtown Long Beach, exit 6th Street, right on Magnolia, right on 5th, continue straight 3-4blocks to Golden.

Shelly Backlar
Executive Director
Friends of the L.A. River
570 West Avenue 26, Suite 250
Los Angeles, CA  90065
323 223-0585 phone
323 223-2289 fax
sbacklar@folar.org
http://www.folar.org
12.  SEMI-ANNUAL SALE AT OWLTALK -- AUGUST 19 THROUGH 21

The folks at OwlTalk will have their semi-annual sale Friday, August 19th, Saturday, August 20th, and Sunday, August 21st, 2005.

50% OFF MANY ITEMS, 25% OFF ALL JEWELRY, and first hour on Saturday ALL clothing will be HALF OFF!!

WOW, we really need room for all of our new fall items, so this sale is a serious clearance!

OwlTalk, 5060-B  Eagle Rock Boulevard, Eagle Rock, CA 90041 323.258.2465
13.  JOIN US FOR AN EAGLE WALK -- AUGUST 27

Enjoy one of Eagle Rockıs most beautiful neighborhoods -- and get fit at the same time!  Join Janiss Garza, the editor-in-chief of the popular Internet fitness magazine, http://www.allspiritfitness.com, on a Saturday morning!
EAGLE WALK
Saturday, August 27, 2005
8:30 a.m.

We will meet by City Hall, on the Corner of Colorado Boulevard and Maywood Avenue.  Ms. Garza will take you on an easy two-mile fitness walk past some of Eagle Rockıs historic homes.  We will end at Swork, at the corner of Colorado and Eagle Rock Boulevards, where we will stretch out, and Ms. Garza will answer your questions about exercise, fitness and weight loss.

This is a beginnerıs level fitness walk that almost anyone will be able to accomplish easily.  Youıll be surprised at how fun a little activity can be!  If you have any questions about the walk or would like to R.S.V.P. (preferred, but not necessary), please call 323-258-2660.
14.  LETTERS AND E.MAILS

"Hi there, T.E.R.A.  Thanks for doing such a great job keeping our community informed regarding all the things going on.  We really appreciate it!  We love this community as much as you all do.  Also, we were nominated "BUISNESS WOMEN OF THE YEAR" 2005.  We won an award for Empowerment, and are very pleased!!  Regards,"  

-- Kathy and Sharon Kroner, OwlTalk
15.  QUOTE OF THE WEEK --ABRAHAM LINCOLN

"I do the best I know how, the very best I can; and I mean to keep on doing it to the end.  If the end brings me out all right, what is said against me will not amount to anything.  If the end brings me out all wrong, ten angels swearing I was right would make no difference."
Got graffiti? Contact the City of LAıs Operation Clean Sweep Graffiti Removal Hotline:  3 - 1 - 1.
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İ2005 The Eagle Rock Association

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