September 26, 2005
Preservation Headlines
How a Department of Aging Staffer Turned Around El Pueblo
El Pueblo - "At the turn of the last century, El Pueblo de Los Angeles began a dramatic decline into a slum. Troubled by the appalling conditions, socialite and civic leader Christine Sterling set about reversing the trend, and in 1930 opened a vibrant marketplace called Olvera Street..."
Broadway Theater Plan Unveiled
Downtown L.A. - "A study released last Wednesday suggests developing a dialogue between theater owners and businesses to breathe new life into the Broadway Theater District..."
Faded South Park Property To Become Chic Hotel
Downtown L.A. - "Chetrit Group has partnered with New York-based WSA Management to turn the 1914 Embassy into a luxury boutique hotel...early plans by New York-based architect Stephen B. Jacobs call for a complete renovation of the 103,000-square-foot structure, including redesigning all 175 guest rooms, sprucing up the 1,800-seat theater and creating a bar and patio on the roof..."
Streetscape Plan Doomed by Politics and Superficial Solutions
Downtown L.A. - "It's not surprising that only about two dozen of the usual suspects showed up for the recent unveiling of the much-anticipated plan to transform First Street into a vital "walkable urban corridor" linking Downtown Los Angeles and Boyle Heights..."
Way Is Cleared in Coliseum Plan
Los Angeles - "The California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank and city officials have reached a preliminary agreement on a key financial link in a plan to bring an NFL team back to the Coliseum, officials said Wednesday..."
Trying to Save the Missionary Spirit
Glendale - "One man stands between the wrecking ball and a cluster of 17 houses built 80 years ago in Glendale for religious workers. The Missionary Colony, a 17-home enclave near the intersection of Glendale Avenue and Mission Road, is earmarked for razing to make room for a healthcare company expansion project..."
Save Tara: City Backtracks off Potential PR Disaster
West Hollywood - "Taking a step to avoid what some viewed as tantamount to a public relations disaster, West Hollywood city officials decided not to sue two residents whom they had successfully evicted from a piece of city-owned property in order to recover over $10,000 in attorney fees..."
Irv's Burgers Is Saved For All Time
West Hollywood - "Sighs of relief and muffled cries of jubilation greeted Mayor Abbe Land’s announcement that the local cultural landmark designation of Irv’s Burgers would remain on the consent calendar at the Council meeting on September 19, ensuring its passage..."
Historic Cottage Is Now A Landmark
Santa Monica - "A one-story cottage at 1012 2nd Street was designated a landmark by the Santa Monica Landmarks Commission at its September 12 meeting..."
415 PCH: Marion Davies Estate
Santa Monica - "City of Santa Monica wants public input on design plans for old Marion Davies Estate..."
Long Beach 101: Some Interesting Facts In City History
Long Beach - "Since school is back in session, we thought we’d share a quick history lesson for young and old alike. Here are some facts that we found interesting while exploring Long Beach history..."
Azusa Pacific University's 20-Year Expansion Plan Approved
Asuza - "APU has decided to preserve the former Azusa Foothill Drive-In marquee, but not the single-screen, after two years of discussion with the city's Cultural and Historic Preservation Commission..."
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