Michael Monks: LA City Council on Funding Heavy Metal Task Force to Combat Copper Thieves // COSTCO rolls out new membership card entry scanners; Don’t swim upstream or Tim will take a picture of you // Pole Vaulter Anthony Ammirati’s Manhood Eliminates Him from Games // Norwalk smoke shop owner fatally shoots suspect during robbery attempt; Dolce and Gabbana sells dog perfume for over $100.