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DCBID Rebrand
Innovate DTLA
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Events Calendar
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Among with the many supplemental services we are able to provide are a 24/7 safety patrol and
call center along with the installation and emptying of trash cans.
DCBID IS UP FOR RENEWAL
Help Keep Downtown Center
Safe, Clean, and Vibrant
The Downtown Center Business
Improvement District (DCBID) was founded
in 1998 to enhance the quality of life in the
Central Business District. As a Property
Owner and contributor to the DCBID,
your assessment funds have allowed us to
provide services, activities, and programs
that have vastly improved the safety,
cleanliness, and quality of life in the District.
In order for the DCBID to continue providing
you with these services, we must undergo a
renewal process. Your role in this process is
critical to the future of the DCBID. This Fall,
you will receive a petition in the mail with
the DCBID’s proposed management plan
for the next term, which will commence
on January 1, 2018. We need at least 50%
representation of the DCBID’s Property
Owners to sign and return this petition in
order to continue the renewal process.
As the process continues, you will receive
a ballot in the mail from the City Council
in April of 2017. We urge you to sign and
return this ballot by June, 2017. The receipt
of your signed ballot will be the final step
in the process for you as a Property Owner.
Your support will allow us to continue
our commitment to a safe, clean, and
economically robust Downtown.
New Businesses Recruited
Operation Stats
District Updates
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Staff of the Quarter
New VP of Operations
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Upcoming Meetings
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BRAND NEW LOOK
The DCBID has a new
brand identity to
reflect the dynamic,
24/7 enthusiasm that
pervades every corner
of DTLA.
In June, the DCBID introduced a new
visual system including a new logo
for the DCBID and its DowntownLA.
com website and social media.
Designed by local Downtown
LA branding and design firm,
Ferroconcrete, the new branding
represents the tone, history, culture,
and new direction of Downtown LA,
and it gives the DCBID a distinctive
logo that raises awareness for and
builds a connection to ‘DTLA’ as a
destination. Additionally, the new
brand is bold and flexible, allowing
for the incorporation of imagery
and color to highlight the cultural
diversity and social vibrancy of the
area.
The current DCBID logo, which has
been in effect for over 10 years, will
be replaced with the updated look
across all touch points. From safety
and maintenance uniforms to research
reports and marketing materials, we
are excited to roll out the new and
improved DCBID branding.
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The June 22nd Innovate DTLA Leadership Symposium featured presentations, a panel ,
and breakout discussion groups.
BUILDING THE NEXT GREAT
INNOVATION DISTRICT
The DCBID and partners
promote DTLA as a
place of innovation and
creativity.
Downtown Los Angeles is rapidly
becoming a hub of creativity and
innovation across its diverse industry
sectors and vibrant population of
residents and workers. To better
understand and support this dynamic
evolution, the DCBID is collaborating
with the nation’s foremost experts
in this field, The Bass Initiative for
Innovation and Placemaking in
partnership with the Brookings
Institution and Project for Public Spaces,
on the Innovate DTLA initiative. A series
of workshops and research conducted
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throughout the summer will culminate
in a report on Downtown’s future as an
“Innovation District” to be released in
October of 2016 during LA Innovation
Week. The goal of the initiative is to
promote DTLA as a place of innovation
and creativity to attract new office and
residential tenants to the area.
The initiative kicked off on June 22nd
with the Innovate DTLA Leadership
Symposium. Thought leaders in tech,
design, government, education, real
estate, and more analyzed what crucial
assets DTLA already possesses, how
to enhance them, and how to cultivate
what is needed.
More information at
DowntownLA.com/InnovateDTLA
FEATURED EVENTS
Now Playing through August 14
EVENTS CALENDAR
JULY
NOW PLAYING
Ladies & Gentleman…The Beatles!
(Through September 5)
Grammy Museum
grammymuseum.org
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Summer Nights in the Garden
Natural History Museum
nhm.org
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Downtown Stage: David Brighton’s Bowie
Tribute
Pershing Square
laparks.org
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Street Food Cinema: Mad Max – Fury Road
Exposition Park
streetfoodcinema.com
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Lunchtime Concert: Alarma
Pershing Square
laparks.org
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Happy Hours: International Disco & Funk
Grand Performances
grandperformances.org
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Friday Night Flicks: The Great Gatsby
Pershing Square
laparks.org
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Se Mueve: Aqui/Here: It Moves
Grand Performances
grandperformances.org
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Burgers & Beer
LA Coliseum
laweekly.com
AUGUST
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Pterosaurs: Flight in the Age of Dinosaurs
(Through August 31)
Natural History Museum
nhm.org
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Lunchtime Concert: Julie Slater
Pershing Square
laparks.org
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Dance Downtown: Salsa
Music Center
musiccenter.org
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Cabinet of Curiosities
(Through August 31)
Union Station
unionstationla.com
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Moves After Dark
Music Center
musiccenter.org
Grey Gardens: The Musical
Ahmanson Theatre
centertheatregroup.org
The Musical has arrived at the Ahmanson for
its L.A. premiere starring the Rachel York and
the legendary Betty Buckley
August 5
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FLIXatFIG
FIGat7th
figat7th.com
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Sunday Sessions
Grand Park
grandparkla.org
SEPTEMBER
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Dance Downtown: Disco
Music Center
musiccenter.org
Street Food Cinema: Coraline
Grand Hope Park
streetfoodcinema.com
LA’s outdoor movie series featuring cool
movies, tasty food trucks, and live music
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A View From the Bridge
Ahmanson Theatre
(Through October 19)
centertheatregroup.org
WEEKLY
THURSDAYS
Certified Farmers Market
(11 am - 2 pm)
FIGat7th
figat7th.com
MONTHLY
FIRST SUNDAY
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Flea Market
FIGat7th
theregenttheater.com
THIRD SATURDAY
City Beats
FIGat7th
artsbrookfield.com
Our summer campaign promotes Downtown
LA as a destination for outdoor movies,
concerts, and dancing, with an exciting array
of places to eat, shop, and experience before
or after each event. The campaign highlights
eight major event series including FIGat7th
Downtown Festival, Grand Performances,
Downtown Stage at Pershing Square and
Dance DTLA at The Music Center.
Visit our guide to summer events at
DowntownLA.com/Summer.
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NEW BUSINESSES
RECRUITED
The DCBID has recruited and/or
facilitated the opening of many
businesses, creating new jobs in
Downtown LA.
85°C Bakery & Café
700 Wilshire Blvd.
85cafe.us
Ugo Café
502 W 6th St.
ugocafe.com
In total, 198 trees were trimmed during this past June.
Dunkin’ Donuts
435 W 8th St.
dunkindonuts.com
Eko Eats
630 W 6th St.
ekoeats.com
Soul Cycle
898 Olive St.
soul-cycle.com
DISTRICT UPDATES
Tree Trimming Continues
The DCBID continued tree trimming service in June. In total, 198 trees were trimmed
between June 13th and June 30th, brightening and improving the cleanliness of our
sidewalks. For the first time in 10 years, the BID trimmed 10 palm trees located on the
south and north side of 7th St. between Hope and Figueroa St. Since we began this
service in 2014, the DCBID has facilitated the trimming of over 550 trees in the District.
Q1 2016 Market Report
OPERATION
STATS FOR Q1
20,925
Office rents rose 8% year-over-year as a new generation of tenants signed leases
such as Industrious’ 18,853 sf at 600 Wilshire and All Def Digital’s 26,200 sf across
from Staples Center.
5,379
Ongoing development of 1.9 million sf of retail kept up the pace while the vacancy
rate dropped, rents increased, and new leases were signed by fashion retailer COS
and New York eatery Shake Shack.
Officer Observations
Calls for Service
2,988
Maintenance Requests
2,836
Merchant Contacts
1,188
Citizen Assists
35
LAFD Assists
30
LAPD Assists
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The DCBID released its Q1 2016 Market Report in June, charting a new wave of
development activity including groundbreakings for over 850 residential units and
plans submitted for 1,800 new hotel rooms.
Read the full report at DowntownLA.com/Q1Market
CITY OF LA MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE
If your business operates in the City of Los Angeles, and you have 26 or more
employees, the minimum wage you are required to pay increased to $10.50 per
hour effective 7/1/16. This applies to any employee who preforms at least two
hours of work per week. Tips are not counted toward the minimum wage. If
you have 25 or fewer employees, the increase does not take effect until 7/1/17.
Until then the minimum wage is the State mandated $10 per hour. Once the
increase takes effect, it will go up every year until it reaches $15 per hour.
More information at WagesLA.LACity.org
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OPERATIONS STAFF
OF THE QUARTER
DCBID BOARD
Paul Baes, Safety Officer
Paul has been a DCBID bike patrol officer for over
one year. During his time, he has shown excellent
leadership skills while working alongside his peers.
During the past month, Officer Baes has taken the
initiative of training safety officers new to the DCBID.
For this reason, we are proud to award Officer Baes
as our Officer of the Quarter.
Jason Kinermon, Maintenance Team
Since day one, Jason has shown pride and dedication to
his position at the DCBID. He has had the opportunity
to learn and grow within the past year and a half. He
is known as an employee who takes initiative and is
always willing to tackle new challenges. He serves as a
great role model for his coworkers. His favorite part of
working at DCBID? Jason says, “I enjoy the interaction
with the people and the staff.”
INTRODUCTION
DCBID welcomes
new Vice President
of Operations
The DCBID is proud to introduce
our new Vice President of
Operations, Brian Raboin. Brian,
who is a United States Marine
Corps Veteran, joined us in
May, bringing over 27 years of
experience in the Security/Safety
industry. Brian’s career has led
him to Manhattan, New Jersey,
Atlanta, and finally California.
Most recently, he spent 2 years
as the Director of Security and
Emergency Management at
Union Station working closely
with the Los Angeles County
Sheriff’s Department and LAPD.
Cari Wolk-Chairperson
Athena Parking, Inc.
Peklar Pilavjian-Past Chair
Los Angeles United Investment Company
Sauli Danpour-Treasurer
Xyvest Holdings, Inc.
Barry Altshuler-Executive Vice Chair
Equity Residential
Eric Bender-Executive Vice Chair
Downtown Properties
Robert Cushman-Executive Vice Chair
Brookfield Office Properties
Carol E. Schatz-President & CEO
Central City Association & Downtown Center BID
Jim Bonham, Hines
Barbara Bundy, FIDM
Alex Capriotti, The Broad
Michael Czarcinski, The Westin Bonaventure
Clare De Briere, The Ratkovich Company
Evan Grobecker, CommonWealth Partners
Simon Ha, Downtown Resident
Robert Hanasab, Hanasab Investments
Steven Hathaway, Los Angeles Athletic Club
S. Chris Park, Hanjin International Corp.
Veronica Perez, Veronica Perez & Associates
Lucy Rumantir, OUE Limited
K.C. Yasmer, Forest City Development
Adele Yellin, Yellin Company
Travis Addison, CommonWealth Partners
Lisa Gritzner, Cerrell Associates, Inc.
Julio Morales, Equity Residential
Matthew Nolan, Grand Central Square
Brian Plymel, Hines
Peter Zen, The Westin Bonaventure
DCBID STAFF
Carol E. Schatz, President & CEO
Suzanne Holley,
Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Kevin Begovich, Graphic Designer
Shawn Bratton,
Executive Assistant to Carol Schatz
Jeff Chodorow, Director of Finance
Ron Colcol,
Superintendent of Maintenance Services
Mike Filson, Community Relations Manager
Nicholas Ziff Griffin,
Director of Economic Development
Sarah Hutchinson, Office Assistant
Julia Marino, Economic Development Associate
Lena Mulhall, Office Manager
Herman Pang, Director of I.T.
Brian Raboin,
Vice President of Operations
Henna Sherzai ,
Director of Marketing & Communications
Elan Shore,
Associate Director of Economic Development,
Research & Special Projects
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See what’s happening in your district SECOND QUARTER, 2OI6
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SAVE THE DATE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
PUBLIC SAFETY
APPRECIATION
Join the DCBID in celebrating the men and
women in uniform whose dedicated service
makes Downtown LA a livable and exciting
community. Festivities include a barbecue
lunch from Rosie’s Catering, live rock band
performance, and exciting prize giveaways.
Vegetarian options will also be served at this
year’s event. Net proceeds will benefit the
Sheriff's Youth Foundation.
Tickets and more information can be found at
DowntownLA.com/BBQ
11:30am to 1:30pm at Bank of America Plaza
$10 general admission and Free for sworn public
safety personnel in uniform.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
AUGUST 15, SEPTEMBER 19, OCTOBER 17
2:00 pm
DTLA Marketing Roundtable Meetings
DCBID Offices, 626 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles
Property owners are welcome to attend these meetings.
AUGUST 3, SEPTEMBER 14, OCTOBER 5
8:00 am
Board of Directors Meeting
DCBID Offices, 626 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles