Week in Review: Smoking Ban and Sunset Time

Fashion was everything in West Hollywood this week as the city geared up for Fashion's Night Out. There was plenty of movement in the City Council meeting Tuesday night with the approval of the Sunset Time project and the outdoor smoking ban. The City Council also supported a statewide project that encourages women to serve on boards and commissions.

On Tuesday, West Hollywood Patch also debuted the About Town blog where you will find out what people are talking about in the city. Here's a recap of what happened in West Hollywood, including the ruling on the military's  "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. 

MONDAY

In our story, Weho's Assemblyman Pushes for Iran Sanctions, we learned that Mike Feuer's bill, which is awaiting the governor's signature, aims to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions by prohibiting contracts of $1 million or more between the state of California and companies doing significant business with the country's energy sector.

Deputies have linked a recent triple slaying with illegal marijuana sales, but the manager of a dispensary that has not been linked to the investigation says his intention is to run an above-board business.

LAUSD announced a tech-savvy upgrade to its truancy system. An electronic report will be generated each month with letters to be sent home about students who have unexcused absences or tardies.

TUESDAY

West Hollywood Patch debuted About Town, a blog by contributor Jerome Cleary. Check out his first blog entry: Why Vacate When You Can Staycate?

Meet the members of the Moua family and the bok choy, Thai peppers and Chinese long beans that they offer at the West Hollywood Farmers Market.

Do you think pets have become our fashion accessory in West Hollywood? Find out what readers said.

Jerome Cleary explains why he thinks  West Hollywood needs to ban cigarettes in public places.

WEDNESDAY

Our style stalker columnist, Hillary Povar, introduced us to Marisa Lynch, a blogger and seamstress who is charting her efforts to spend 12 months making one dress a day on a total budget of $365. 

Find out how West Hollywood residents keep cool while staying cool on a hot day.

The City Council approved Sunset Time, a residential and commercial development to be phased in on property including the House of Blues location.

Find out what it's like to be the bearer of bad news in West Hollywood. 

THURSDAY

Tom Kaplan, part-owner of Hugo's Restaurant, talks about how the popular West Hollywood eatery has stayed in business for 30 years thanks to the vision of his father, the original owner.

Our mom columnist, Kathleen Davidson, shares her Back to School Survival Tips and says working together as a family and establishing routines can help make the transition back to school easier for everyone.

In the opinion piece Weho's General Plan Could Drive Out Little Russia, contributor Mito Aviles says the city may raise building height restrictions, which could drive up rents and forever alter the neighborhood. 

Have you crossed paths with the "Entitled Ones" in West Hollywood? Apparently, it's sink or swim time if you do.

U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips ruled that the military's policy of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" is unconstitutional, saying it violates the First Amendment rights of gays and lesbians. 

Check out the latest police blotter and find out if a crime occurred in your neighborhood. 

The city says it hopes the House of Blues' current location can be retained despite the approval of a residential and commercial project for the property.

In his blog entry, Jerome Cleary explains what it's like to be the low man on the totem pole.

SATURDAY

The City Council is supporting a statewide project that encourages women to serve on boards and commissions. Check out the story here. 

Meet Hugo, a 5-year-old German shepherd mix in our rescue dog of the week. 

Hundreds of shoppers hit boutiques on Melrose, Robertson and Sunset Plaza to mingle with designers and take advantage of discounts. Check out our video and see the highlights of West Hollywood's first Fashion's Night Out. 

Blogger Jerome Cleary says just because he sports a baseball cap doesn't mean he likes the team. Find out what happens when a sports fan meets a fashion enthusiast.

Check back next week as we bring you stories about legislation affecting West Hollywood residents. We'll also have our weekly coverage of the Farmers Market plus our daily blog where you can share what's on your mind.