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Letters
Sleepless in Hermosa
Dear ER:
We have been residents in Hermosa Beach for eight years, and for almost the
entire of that time we have had some terribly noisy neighbors. Our property,
like many others in this cramped for space town, backs up to a house that has
always attracted a young, single and selfish group of males who want to party
very loudly every weekend. After a year or more of suffering the noise from
the latest tenants, we decided to take action. But the process for getting your
neighbors to be just a little considerate of your needs for a quiet weekend
is in my opinion, laughable. Calling the police is no solution. The music gets
louder when the police leave. Spotlights are switched on and our bedroom is
illuminated for the remainder of the night -- our punishment.
We contacted the dispute resolution service operated through the city. Again this did not quell the noise. In fact, we found out the tenants are not responsible for their own noise. Their landlord is. This did not help because the landlord was an earlier tenant with his own little band of noisemakers. After another sleepless Friday night and an anticipated sleepless Saturday night where do we turn for help? The hands of the Hermosa police force are tied, so they say, because they do not issue a ticket until they have been called several times in the same 24 hours. And to be honest the cost of a ticket split between the noisemakers is inconsequential compared to the price of a couple of beers. During the last July 4th we were subjected to a live band singing obscenities for several hours. The noise could be heard at the police department, but they couldn't close it down because no one called to complain. We went out.
I don't want to leave Hermosa, but what are we to do? I have two teenage girls, both in school in the neighboring district. I love my house. I like my street. But I want my inconsiderate neighbors to just let me enjoy my weekends and my sleep. And how do I do this when the law is not there to help us?
Sleep deprived in Hermosa Beach.
Name withheld by request.
Hermosa Beach
Focus
Dear ER:
It has been a long held opinion of many that elected representatives are empowered
to focus on issues impacting constituent quality of life. When conflicts arise
between businesses and residents and there is a regulatory license involved,
measures (rules) to mediate the problems have been inserted into the permit.
All businesses that serve food and alcohol in California are required to obtain
a license. No where in California is it legal to serve an intoxicated person
in a bar. It is also illegal to be drunk in public. These laws must be uniformly
applied throughout the state. This includes Hermosa Beach.
Gary Brutsch
Hermosa Beach
Tawanized
Dear ER:
Departing reporter John Tawa did a lot for this town during the short time he
was with "Easy Reader." He kept us informed of issues of importance and substance.
He always did his homework. He quoted accurately and in context so that those
of us interviewed could freely speak our minds and readers could depend on what
was written. He actually liked us, no serious cynic he.
He very much helped us appreciate all the great kids in town who participate in our school sports programs. Good news always in the midst of toil and trouble.
Be well, John. Enjoy your family and your new venture.
David Wachtfogel
Manhattan Beach
Safety and fun
Dear ER:
On Sunday, October 1, 2000, the Redondo Beach Police Department and the Redondo
Beach Public Safety Commission hosted the Sixth Annual Community Safety Fair
and Police Department Open House at the city's Civic Center and Police Facility.
Once again, this popular event featuring a wide variety of enjoyable and educational
activities. It was attended throughout the day by numerous South Bay citizens
and visitors of all ages.
On behalf of the Redondo Beach Police Department, I want to take this opportunity to express our sincere appreciation for the enthusiastic support of the community for this valuable event. The teamwork and dedication of many components of the city contributed to a successful and pleasurable day. The hard work and resources of the Redondo Beach Fire Department, the Redondo Beach Unified School District, and innumerable City employees and community volunteers are necessary to make the Safety Fair a great way to spend the first Sunday in October. My thanks to one and all, and we'll see you next year.
Jeff Cameron, Acting Chief of Police
Redondo Beach Police Department
Healthy exposure
Dear ER:
I have recently become aware of the tug of war within the Beach Cities Health
District organization. It seems there are those who want to restore the broadcasting
of the district meetings on our local TV channel. And there are those who want
no TV access. I am one who believes that the "truth shall make us free." I join
with Health District Trustees Jo Ann Woodward and Vanessa Poster in calling
for the meetings to be televised. I wholehearted disagree with Trustee Carol
Frey who opposes broadcasting the meetings.
Keeping these meetings closed almost implies that there is a need to dissemble or to lie about some devious action. In the interests of truth and fairness, all meetings should be "open to the public."
Monroe Weinstock
Redondo Beach