Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc.Torrance CA 90501

PURSE THEFTS - GABLE HOUSE BOWL 01 OCT 08 Since September 4, 2008, there have been four separate incidents wherein female victims bowling at the GABLE HOUSE BOWL, located at 22501 Hawthorne Blvd., have had their purses stolen. Immediately following the theft on September 15th, the suspect used the victim's credit card at a nearby grocery store. The thefts have occurred weekday and weekend nights, primarily between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male adult in his 40s with dark hair, wearing prescription glasses. He was also in the company of a Hispanic female juvenile who was probably sitting in the stroller believed to have been used to conceal the stolen purse while inside the Gable House Bowl. The suspect vehicle is described as a maroon colored SUV, possibly a Chevrolet with a light colored decal in the lower left rear window. Residents are encouraged to pay attention to their surroundings and to keep valuables with...

The Electronic Vote By Mail Application for the November 4th General Election is now available on the Los Angeles County Registrar's website, www.lavote.net . Go to the right side of the home page to Online Services and click on Apply for Vote By Mail Ballot. You do not have to list your home or work phone numbers in the application. It is optional. If you include your phone numbers then it becomes public record and you may receive political phone calls. Be sure to print a copy of the confirmation number issued after you submit your application. On October 6th, the Registrar's Office will begin delivery of Vote By Mail Ballot packages for the November 4, 2008 General Election. John Bailey, President SETHA

Notice of Scoping Meeting Concerning Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report ( DEIR ) for the Rockefeller Business Park Project at 2740 Lomita Boulevard (north of the Torrance Costco Store) DATE: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2008 TIME: 7:00P.M. PLACE: HOWARD WOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA 2250 WEST 235TH STREET, TORRANCE CA 90501 The City of Torrance has determined that an Environmental Impact Report ( EIR ) is necessary to assess the potential environmental impacts of a proposed 351,000 square foot business park development on currently vacant property located in the M2 Zone at 2740 Lomita Blvd (north of Costco). The project consists of a campus like development of medical, professional and R&D/Light Industrial office buildings to be completed over two phases. The proposal involves a Conditional Use Permit to allow the development of medical, professional and industrial office buildings in the M2 Zone and a Tenta...

The City of Torrance Traffic Commission approved, on August 4, 2008, the reclassification of 235th Street from Crenshaw Blvd to Western Avenue from a "collector" roadway street to a residential street. The reclassification has a couple of primary benefits. First, speed enforcement for a local prima facie speed of 25mph will no longer require a speed survey to support it. It will be enforceable through section 22352 of the California Vehicle Code. Second, it will not require dedications from fronting properties to meet the "collector" roadway street width standards. The item is tentatively scheduled to be on the Torrance City Council agenda on August 26, 2006. John Bailey, President SETHA

The Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc., (SETHA) is sponsoring a tour of the Chen Art Gallery located at the world headquarters of Sunrider International in Torrance. It is a hidden treasure of Chinese art and artifacts. The museum features art and antiques with the only replica of a Qing Dynasty Imperial Throne at the beginning of the exhibit. The tour begins with a short visual presentation about Chinese history and culture. There is a Ming Dynasty bedroom furniture collection and an exquisite display of jade, bronze, porcelain ceramics and snuff bottles. Holly Chase, the museum coordinator, will be our guide on the museum tour. There are three Chinese museums in Los Angeles County but this is the only private art collection. The tours offers a way to experience and learn about Chinese culture in an impressive setting. After the museum tour, you can visit the garden which has a beautiful pagoda and a waterfall that flows into a koi fish pond. What: Chen Chines...

Join us in raising funds for the Pick Family Assistance Fund at Rizzo's Pizzeria, 2350 West Sepulveda Blvd, east of Pennsylvania Avenue, Torrance, CA. All Day Friday, May 9th, 2008, 11:00AM to 9:00PM When you place your order, let them know it is for the Pick Family Assistance Fund and 20% of your purchases will be donated to the Pick Family Assistance Fund. The fundraiser on Thursday, May 8th, was an overwhelming success and extended another day because we could not accomodate everyone. For great bread sticks dripping in garlic butter and parmesan cheese; homemade, from scratch pizza; and the famous hot turkey sandwich on fresh baked bread, try Rizzo's.

As many of you know, Southeast Torrance was the scene of a tragic family event on Monday, April 28th. Residents of Southeast Torrance are deeply saddened by the loss of Tyler Pick, age 5 and Janelle Stern, his 62 year old grandmother. Tyler is survived by his mother, Jacqi and four year old sister, Nichole. Our prayers and thoughts go out to the surviving family. The Pick family has been devastated by the shooting deaths of their little boy and grandmother. As a community, we can show this family that we care and support them in their time of need. An assistance fund has been established by friends and neighbors on 230th Street in Southeast Torrance. Donations can be sent to: Pick Family Assistance Fund 1880 West Carson Street, # F282 Torrance CA 90501 If you have additional questions, please email them to pickfamilyfund@earthlink.net . With the ...