MB Weekly 07/11/2024

SHOCK POLL – HIGH TIMES AT HOME: SURPRISING POLL REVEALS MARIJUANA USE AMONG PARENTS AND ADULT CHILDREN

A recent MB Weekly Reader poll reveals a stunning trend: 47% of parents who use marijuana at least once or twice a year have consumed it in front of their children, shared it with them, or both. This statistic predominantly refers to interactions with adult children (over 18) rather than minors. The poll highlights changing attitudes towards marijuana as it becomes increasingly legalized and socially accepted. Experts suggest these behaviors may be part of a broader trend where parents and adult children engage in more open and shared experiences. While some argue this normalization can reduce stigma and promote responsible use, others raise concerns about potential impacts on family dynamics and individual health.


EXCLUSIVE:
Manhattan Beach Police Chief Rachel Johnson Responds To “M.B. Goons” Question

The Manhattan Beach Police Department continues to enforce laws and protect the public. Regarding your “M.B. Goons” question, our School Resource Officers and Juvenile Detective have made great strides this past year to identify several juveniles related to the “Goons.” Our officers have spoken to parents, taken reports, issued citations, and made arrests to combat criminal activity. These are some of our officers’ proactive steps, but we will always continue to provide excellent service to the community. Residents’ questions or concerns should be directed to the police department. Airing grievances on social media or speaking to the media may feel like a constructive outlet, but if we do not hear directly from a complainant, the message is lost.


MB WEEKLY – EXCLUSIVE VIDEO INTERVIEW:

Mayor Joe Franklin – PART TWO
https://youtu.be/tO39gzde8nE


Vince Altamura
(Altamura Real Estate Group)

Q: WHAT IS YOUR BEST HABIT, AND WHAT IS YOUR WORST ONE?
A: I think my best habit is cleanliness. My bed must be made prior to me leaving the house for work. After I cook any meal at my house, I must immediately clean the dishes, pots, and pans afterwards. My worst habit might be procrastination. I eventually get all the tasks done, but sometimes I can get them done a hell of a lot sooner.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST INDULGENCE?
A: I love the Justin’s Peanut Butter Cups with Dark Chocolate. You can see them at the end of the checkout aisles at your local grocery stores.

Q: WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE CREATIVELY STUCK?
A: I get up to walk around for 5-10 minutes. Take a water or bathroom break and then try to regroup.

Q: HOW DO YOU EXERCISE?
A: I exercise at the F45 training facilities. They have specific cardio workouts that use plyometric movements, timing, and tempo to blast both the aerobic and anaerobic systems. They also have strength classes to improve muscle building and fat burning.

Q: HOW DO YOU UNPLUG?
A: I enjoy riding my bicycle on the Manhattan Beach Strand and the Santa Monica Strand. I will put on a playlist and ride along the coast starting at the beach and ocean. It really helps put my mind to ease.

Q: IS THERE A BOOK YOU’D RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE?
A: I strongly recommend reading “The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness” by Morgan Housel.

Q: WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE YOUR YOUNGER SELF?
A: I would tell my younger self that if you want change in your life, you need to physically act on it. Life does not wait around for anyone, and if you are looking for opportunities in business, friends, travel, and dating, etc, then you need to go out and get it.

Q: DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE PODCAST?
A: I enjoy listening to “The Compound and Friends”, which is a group of advisors showcasing their insight and hot takes on business and investing.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR MANTRA?
A: 1) Life goes on. You must move forward. 2) My knowledge is my only source of income.

www.JohnAltamura.com


Tin Roof Bistro:

Lemon Ricotta Cake is “mint” to be your new favorite dessert! With golden balsamic-roasted berries, whipped creme fraîche, and fresh mint, it’s a sweet delight that make you “berry happy.”

www.TinRoofBistro.com


Mira Costa Principal Karina Gerger Leaves MBUSD:

Dr. Karina Gerger | Dr. Jennifer Huynh

At the beginning of July, Dr. Karina Gerger, Mira Costa High School principal, was appointed Director of Personnel Services in the Paramount Unified School District. MBMS Principal Dr. Jennifer Huynh, was appointed as the new principal and began serving in this role on July 1. Dr. Huynh was previously a vice principal at MCHS. In her two decades at MBUSD, Dr. Gerger has been an English language learner coordinator, assistant coordinator of beginning teacher support and assessment, 5th-grade teacher at Pacific, teacher on special assignment 21st century teaching and learning, vice principal for MBMS and Costa, Pennekamp principal, and principal of MCHS.


MB WEEKLY – VIDEO SHORTS:
by Mori Biener

Join The Party … Mori Makes Short MB Weekly Videos
“Shopping Carts”
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Hundreds Of Juveniles Cause Shutdown Of SouthBay Pavilion Mall:

Authorities reported fewer than 100 kids were detained at the SouthBay Pavilion Mall on Saturday evening after hundreds of juveniles caused a ruckus that closed down the mall. On July 6, “a group of approximately two hundred juveniles caused a large disturbance at the SouthBay Pavilion Mall in Carson. A trash can was lit on fire, and illegal fireworks were set off inside a retail store inside the mall. Carson deputies responded swiftly and issued dispersal orders. The group refused to comply, and surrounding law enforcement agencies responded to assist,” according to Carson Sheriff’s Station social media.


DJ EMI310 At Manhattan Beach Pier:

https://www.instagram.com/djemi_310/


Bastille Day Specials At Fête:

Sunday July 14
3 Course Menu $55pp (available all day)
Happy Hour All Day In The Bar
Brunch: 10:30 am-3pm
Dinner: 4pm-9pm

www.FeteBySlay.com


Yes or No Interviews

Jennifer
(Rio Brazil Samba Shows)

Q: DO YOU LIKE PINA COLADA?
A: Sure, why not!

Q: DO YOU HAVE PETS?
A: Yes: bootiebaby.

Q: WERE YOU EVER CAUGHT TALKING TO YOURSELF?
A: Only when preparing for speeches, presentations, or interviews.

Q: WOULD YOU EVER SING AT A FAMILY GATHERING?
A: Probably not.

Q: GIVEN A CHANCE, WOULD YOU EVER TRAVEL THE WORLD ALONE?
A: I have done so several times.

Q: DID YOU EVER HAVE AN EMBARRASSING NICKNAME?
A: Sambistabeauty

Q: DO YOU LIKE SCARY MOVIES?
A: No

www.BrazilianSambaDance.com


MB WEEKLY – BUSINESS:

Electric vehicle startup Fisker of Manhattan Beach announced that thousands of Ocean SUVs in North America and Europe are being recalled due to software issues, necessitating an over-the-air software update. The recall affects over 10,000 Oceans across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Fisker identified potential issues with the Motor Control Unit and Vehicle Control Unit software, which could cause the vehicle to lose motor power. Additionally, Fisker recalled over 6,000 Oceans in the U.S. and Canada for non-compliance with federal vehicle safety standards related to gauges and telltale icons in the cluster display.


Dive N’ Surf:

Finally Some Heat In The South Bay!
Stop By And Grab Your Summer Essentials
We Got It All!

www.DiveNSurf.com


MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Terry Watson (Manhattan Beach)

I am currently visiting Munich, and today, I watched about 6-8 police officers at a popular pedestrian zone stopping bike and scooter riders. They stopped them for all sorts of violations and had credit card readers. It took only a minute or two to stop a rider, get their credit card, and fine them $20. I don’t know if the people were issued tickets, but there were many credit card transactions. It was non-stop action. I could easily see something like this being done at the piers in Manhattan or Hermosa for all kinds of violations. $20 is a nominal fine of $ and would let the violators know they are being watched. Yeah, more significant crimes are occurring, but if people know they are getting caught for small stuff, they may think twice about committing big stuff.

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MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Finance Director Steve Charelian is retiring after a 35-year career with the City of Manhattan Beach. “Steve’s commitment to excellence and fiscal responsibility has paved the way for our City to achieve important financial goals,” said Mayor Joe Franklin. “On behalf of my City Council colleagues I would like to sincerely thank Steve for his many years of public service. You helped keep Manhattan Beach on the right track financially, and for that we are very grateful.”


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Bulletin Board

1. ** I recommend Leonard Cohen’s 1977 album ‘Death of a Ladies’ Man’: Produced under the tyranny of Phil Spector, it’s Cohen’s most critically reviled album. —- Adam C., Manhattan Beach

2. ** Five E-bike-riding teens were stopped by three police cruisers at Maria and Diamond. A motorcycle officer was present. I’m not sure if students or e-bike gangs ran a stop sign. R.B.’s police action is welcome. It’s for the kids’ safety. —- Lee P., Hermosa Beach

3. ** BOOK LOVERS: The award-winning thriller Conspiracy Ignited by Manhattan Beach author Raymond Paul Johnson takes place in the South Bay! Action/Adventure. Be the first to pre-order at Amazon, B&N, Bookshop.org, or fine bookstores like TheBookJewel.com. For more, see: www.RaymondPaulJohnson.com

4. ** If Trump goes to prison, the Secret Service agents who protect the former president will join him there. —- Dave D., Manhattan Beach

5. ** The total cost of traffic exceeds $100 billion for U.S. cities. —- Haper C., Manhattan Beach

6. ** Message from the Redondo Beach Chief of Police re e-bikes https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7mmreKve-e/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== —- Editor’s Note

7. ** MB United established a scholarship in 2022 to award seniors at Mira Costa High School and Environmental Charter School for their contributions toward social equity, both at school and in their community. Please help send these kids to college. They are working to make our society more just and need our support.

8. ** As a woman, I am embarrassed to say that the more that females dominate a university, the less it is dedicated to its core function of the uninhibited pursuit of knowledge. Females gave us trigger warnings, they gave us safe spaces, they gave us the therapy dogs, and females, on average – and there are exceptions – are less prone to weigh the costs and benefits to follow rational policies. —- Maggie H., Manhattan Beach

9. ** For some incarcerated women, getting ahold of menstrual products is a nightmare. —- Nancy S., Manhattan Beach

10. ** Your immune system destroys at least one cell every day that would have become cancer if it lived. —- Liam C., Manhattan Beach

11. ** Avoid the new Lobster Guys on PCH in Redondo Beach. We went in last night and had fun until we met the owner. Very pompous and annoying. —- Ginger R., Hermosa Beach

12. ** Going to Starbucks these days feels like visiting a losing sports team. Tired, past its prime, expensive, unfriendly. —- Claude D., Manhattan Beach

13. ** I loved your interview with former mayor Steve Napolitano. Man, he’s a handsome dude! —- Dave H., Manhattan Beach

14. ** I am looking for a tenant. The back rental unit just became available. Private entrance, parking, full bath, kitchenette, and all utilities are included for 1350. The location is North Redondo. Please text me at 310- 936 -8464 if interested. Thank you. —- Thomas

15. ** Whenever I see someone wearing a mask outdoors, I wonder if they have lost their minds. —- Cameron S., Manhattan Beach

16. ** A swarm of bees forced officials to shut down Manhattan Beach Pier recently. No B.S. —- Clarence C., Manhattan Beach

17. ** I canceled my membership at the Bay Club and am happy to be done. $240 a month is a total waste of money. —- Emma S., Manhattan Beach

18. ** When your hatred for one man is greater than your love for our country, you might be part of the problem. —- Quinn L., Manhattan Beach

19. ** I encourage you to go and see the movie Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: More than just an action movie, this summer film explores surprisingly deep themes, notably the conflict between the Kingdom and Clan, and the apes show us what it means to be truly human. —- Kirby N., Manhattan Beach

20. ** Harvard’s largest faculty division will no longer require job applicants to submit diversity statements. Finally, sanity is returning! Amen. —- Frank C., Manhattan Beach

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