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The election of a whole group of true reformers and the installation of a city manager form of government changed all of that, as did Slaffs eventual campaign victory. One more sidebar: If city staffers have to worry about their jobs based on the likes or dislikes of any one member of the council, morale at city hall could change overnight. *** May still be time, but a small army of retiring police officers will be honored tomorrow and you may be able to attend by calling (310) 550-4551 and the $85 donation may be one of the best event bargains of the year. If you have a res, attend. *** The restaurant we could not remember is called Delfini Citta at 8635 Wilshire, once the home of the great family eatery, Andres. A large number of restaurants have come and gone since the successful Andres, including a very popular steak house. This is a good addition to an area quite short on dining options. However, there is a long running option just down the street, and the prices for a luncheon buffet are very low: Bombay Palace. Costs aside, this is probably the best Indian food available outside Bombay. *** Not funny, not remotely responsible: Newsweek cover (Is Obama) The First Gay president? This demeans our profession. Weak explanation by one of their editors: You have to read the whole story. Sorry I dont have a subscription to cancel. *** Ever wonder about the historical roots of the chant, Beat LA? It was, honestly, an effort at good sportsmanship. When Philadelphia was trouncing the Boston Celtics in an eastern NBA semi-finals in 1982, the Garden fans began shouting Beat LA because Philly would now face the Lakers in the finals. However, when I hear the same shout out from San Francisco fans, I am willing to reconsider allowing them to have their own state. Lets see how well they do without our tax dollars. How the world has changed, civility department. Todays franchises pass out tools to detract foul, penalty shooters by the opponents. When I was a kid in Ohio, when a visiting team had a free throw, we were taught it was in very bad taste to even say out loud, miss. Total silence was the unwritten rule.
Rudy Cole served for eight years as a member and chair of the citys Recreation & Parks Commission. He was also President of the Greystone Foundation and served on three other city committees. Rudy can be reached at: Rudy@bhweekly.com.
a deaccession policy to the ordinance to provide guidelines on selling or donating existing public art pieces. About 10 years ago, Guy Dills Egalmah: The Great Palace, a massive concrete piece, was donated to the City. The piece has never been displayed because the City has been unable to find a suitable location for the piece. The City has explored donating or selling it, but there is no existing policy that would allow that. briefs cont.on page 7