February 15, 2025 Your Source for Brentwood News

Brentwood Beat: Hats Off to Carolyn Jordan and the Brentwood Community Council

We are approaching the end of the year.  The holidays are upon us. It’s a time to count our blessings.

We are, of course, blessed to live in Brentwood.  It’s a beautiful part of the world, our weather is perfect, and we are surrounded by truly good people who believe in family, neighborliness, pets, community, and progress.

While we live in a divided world, politically, we are lucky to live in a place where people generally get along, cut each other a little slack, and look for common-sense solutions we can all live with. 

What I’m describing, really, is the current state of the Brentwood Community Council (BCC).  It’s a great organization that has more than lived up to its original promise.

Pam Brown, Traci Park, Sean Silva, Maddie Alfano, and Daren Reifsneider at a recent holiday party held at Carolyn Jordan’s residence for members of the Brentwood Community Council. 

We are about to lose Carolyn Jordan as chair of the BCC.  She is being termed out of office after two, 2-year stints.  

Carolyn’s tenure has been an “Era of Good Feelings” (which, for you history buffs, is a real term describing a long-ago time in America, from 1815 to 1824). Back then, everyone actually got along!

This “Era of Good Feelings” is largely owing to Carolyn’s friendly and collaborative approach.  I don’t think I’ve ever seen her growl at anyone.  She has also been highly focused on getting things done.  She isn’t in this for her ego, that’s clear. 

More younger people are now involved with BCC, thanks to Carolyn’s outreach efforts.  The homeless encampment next to the VA is now gone.  Gone also is the encampment in front of Rosti, on Barrington, just south of San Vicente.

Fire safety and crime prevention remain top priorities, as always. Carolyn is very plugged in with public officials at all levels.

Under Carolyn’s leadership, the BCC redesigned its logo and revamped its website.  These might not sound like big deals, but they are, really. The BCC is now becoming more social media savvy, increasing ways to keep Brentwoodians in the loop. 

BCC’s new logo. 

Trees are always a big deal in Brentwood.  The BCC has done a lot to remove broken Coral Trees and plant new ones. The BCC spearheaded the effort to get the park at Brentwood Science Magnet School reopened on Sundays, during the Brentwood Farmers Market. 

The BCC turned 25 during Carolyn’s tenure, and a very nice gathering was assembled at Brentwood Country Club to celebrate.  Some who were “there at the beginning” are no longer with us, but quite a few are still going strong. They remain dedicated to the cause. 

Even local politics at the BCC level can get testy from time to time, but we haven’t seen that for quite a while now.  Carolyn deserves the credit.  She leads by example. “Collegial” is a good way to describe her style – and that of the BCC.  

If only our elected officials – local, state, and federal – would all follow her lead!  

Another Carolyn – Carolyn LoBuglio – will take over as Chair of the Brentwood Community Council in January. Carolyn LoBuglio is a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Realty.  She is a graduate of UCLA (BA, in communication) and got her MBA at Pepperdine.  

More on Carolyn LoBuglio and other BCC officers’ next issue!  Members of the Brentwood Community Council don’t get paid for what they do, so say “thanks” next time you get a chance. 

Carolyn LoBuglio, incoming BCC chair, and Traci Park, CD11 Councilwoman.

in News
Related Posts

UCLA Suspends Pro-Palestinian Student Groups Following Protest at UC Regent’s Home

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

Chancellor Cites Potential Student Code Violations; Student Groups Reject Allegations UCLA has suspended two pro-Palestinian student organizations following a protest...

Flash Flood Warning Issued for Burn Areas, LAFD Officer Swept off Road by Debris

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

Storm Damage Closes Pacific Coast Highway, Officials Urge Caution Not even members of the LAFD are being spared from the...

Brentwood Crime Report: February 1, 2025 – February 8, 2025

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

By Senior Lead Officer Matthew Kirk For the first week of February 2025, Senior Lead Officer Matthew Kirk has written...

Culver City Police Investigate Disturbing Incident in Culver City Park

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

Police Secure Area as Investigation Unfolds on Thursday Morning The Culver City Police Department received a call around 7:23 a.m....

Here are Your Last Minute Ideas if You Still Haven’t Planned Your Valentine’s Day Date

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

Luscious Cookies, Delightful Drinks, Full Dinners at Home or In House, We’ve Got Them Okay, maybe you have been a...

Beloved Baldwin Hills Family-Owned Restaurant Post & Beam to Close After 13 Years

February 12, 2025

February 12, 2025

Community Icon Shuts Doors as Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza Redevelopment  In yet another loss for the Los Angeles culinary community,...

Santa Monica Hotel Event Space Offers Affordability, Accessibility

February 12, 2025

February 12, 2025

Elevate Your Events with Versatile Venues and Exceptional Service Coastal stays and eclectic event spaces don’t have to be expensive....

Flour Pizzeria & Cafe to Bring Brooklyn-Style Pizza to Brentwood This Week

February 12, 2025

February 12, 2025

Family-Owned Favorite from the Palisades to Open on San Vicente  Flour Pizzeria & Cafe, a restaurant from Pacific Palisades run...

(Video) The Willows Students Bring a 50-Foot Dragon to Life Through Art and Teamwork

February 12, 2025

February 12, 2025

Kristy Acero, The Willows DK-4th Grade Art teacher, led her students in a large-scale, collaborative project, with each grade creating...

ART& 2025: NeueHouse Unveils Inspiring Lineup Celebrating Feminine Leadership

February 12, 2025

February 12, 2025

Four-Day Event in Venice Beach Explores Creativity, Activism, and Cultural Impact NeueHouse has unveiled the schedule for ART& 2025, a...

Brentwood Community Council Meeting For February, First Meeting After Palisades Fire

February 11, 2025

February 11, 2025

Local Leaders, Crime Updates, and Community Discussions on the Agenda The Brentwood Community Council will host its next meeting on...

Canned Tuna Pulled from Shelves Over Botulism Contamination Risk

February 11, 2025

February 11, 2025

El Segundo Seafood Company Issues Voluntary Recall Through FDA Tri-Union Seafoods has issued a voluntary recall of certain canned tuna...

Powerful Storm to Bring Heavy Rains, Possible Debris Flow to Los Angeles

February 11, 2025

February 11, 2025

Officials Warn of Risks, Urge Residents to Prepare for Severe Weather A Pacific storm system is expected to bring widespread...

Retailers Impose Egg Purchase Restrictions as Supply Chain Disruptions Cause Concern

February 10, 2025

February 10, 2025

Egg Limits Are Back – What’s Causing the Shortage? Retailers across the United States, including Costco and Trader Joe’s, have...

Esteemed Brentwood Entertainment Reporter Sam Rubin Honored at Major Awards Ceremonies

February 10, 2025

February 10, 2025

Industry Pays Tribute to a Broadcasting Legend With Special Recognition The late Sam Rubin, a longtime and beloved entertainment reporter...