April 9, 1987 Initiates

Robert Abernethy

in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the establishment and maintenance of the highest standards in the fields of urban planning and zoning. He presently serves as a member of the Planning Commission of the City of Los Angeles while continuing to guide American Standard Development Company as President.


Charles H. Boxenbaum

in recognition of his outstanding accomplishments in the field of real estate finance. He is founder of First Los Angeles Bank as well as founder of Sonnenblick-Goldman of California. His leadership position continues as a Director of the National Housing Council, who honored him as Man of the Year, and as Chairman of National Partnership Investments whose assets exceed $1.3 billion.



W. Earl Haberlin

in recognition of leadership in Real Estate Economics and Corporate STrategic Planning for a major industrial center developer and a large commercial business bank in the Los Angeles area. His integration of the disciplines of economics into corporate strategic plans has helped his corporations become industry leaders.



Ron Izumita

in recognition of his unique ability, talent and achievements in the field of landscape architecture. As head of a six office firm, he has brought highly innovative design to the field and impacted us all through better work and living environments.


C. Eric Lindvall

in recognition of his national and international leadership in the field of seismic engineering. Many major facilities throughout highly seismic areas of the world are sited and designed in accordance with his evaluations. He currently directs U.S.-India strong motion earthquake instrumentation projects and is President of his own firm.




William D. Lusk

in recognition of distinguishing himself in pioneering efforts to establish true liaison between developers and government. As Vice-Chairman of The LUSK Company, his planning, development, marketing and management talents have implemented a substantial number of major projects making his company one of the largest and most successful in the West.



Patricia McCabe Nemeth

in recognition of distinguishing herself in urban development and redevelopment, zoning and architecture in state, county and city governments. Her administrative activities have included county general plan revisions, departmental reorganizations, negotiation of a complex multi-million dollar contract with two ports and a railroad, and a 3,000 acre redevelopment plan expansion.



David Lane Parry

in recognition of his distinguished academic leadership which has both guided experienced real estate developers as well as students seeking a career in real estate related fields. He currently serves as Chairman of the Department of Finance, Real Estate and Law at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona as well as Administrator of the Real Estate Research Council.



John J. Tuite

in recognition of his life long and extraordinary dedication in achieving adequate housing for all. His sensitivity to human needs and coordination of business and government to meet this need led to pre-eminence as President of his own firm after completion of service as Director of the Los Angeles office for H.U.D.

1987 Officers

President - John G. Rohring
Vice President - Michael S. Genewich
Secretary - William I. Kennedy
Treasurer - William L. Waldren
Immediate Past President - Kurt W. Meyer
Historian - James W. Greathead
Scribe - Don Pehrson