Monrovia Fire Chief Chris Donovan writes that the city council will discuss disaster preparedness at the April 5 meeting. Also, he points to some LA County fact sheets on nuclear radiation from Japan. http://goo.gl/3AGA8
I like the unambiguous clarity of the first word of the answers to these questions:- Does damage to the Japanese nuclear power plants pose a health risk to LA County?No.- Should you take Potassium Iodide (KI)?No.- Will radiation from Japan affect LA County’s beaches?No. - Brad Haugaard
New Monrovia Seafood / Monrovia Over TC in Baseball
~ New seafood restaurant, BigShrimps Fish Grill, at 123 E. Colorado, set to open April 17. http://goo.gl/gNP5A ~ Baseball - Monrovia over Temple City in 11 innings. http://goo.gl/4B4AP - Brad Haugaard
Spy Plane from Monrovia Ends up on eBay
A man in Florida has been charged with attempting to sell a Raven robo-spy plane, made by Monrovia's AeroVironment, on eBay. Not too smart. http://goo.gl/QUdff - Brad Haugaard
Watch Out for Fake Monrovia Employees
As reported earlier, a man claiming to be a Monrovia City Water Department employee stole cash and a checkbook from a resident.
The city is now recommending that if someone shows up at your door claiming to be a city employee, it is helpful to know that employees "wear either a light blue work shirt with their name and the Monrovia City logo sewn on the front, or an orange work shirt with their name and the Monrovia City logo sewn on the front. All Monrovia City employees will have City of Monrovia identification cards with them."
Also, if you are unsure, call the Monrovia Police Department at (626) 256-8000 and a uniformed Monrovia police officer will respond to verify the person's identity and reason for being at your home. Source: http://goo.gl/05i0D - Brad HaugaardIceland in Monrovia / Which Y? / Softball / Santa Fe
~ A pilot of the Fox network show, Iceland, filming on the Monrovia Library lawn. http://goo.gl/8hOCE ~ Help the Santa Anita Family YMCA to decide what color logo to use on its vans. http://goo.gl/xp8qM ~ Softball: Monrovia 7-4 over La Canada-Flintridge. http://goo.gl/oIbAi ~ In its March issue, the Monrovia Schools Foundation features Santa Fe Middle School. http://goo.gl/2BcYs - Brad Haugaard
Price Slips on Monrovia's Upton Sinclair House / Candidate Forum / MHS over La Canada :-)
~ The Upton Sinclair House, which had been priced at $1.5 million, has slipped to $1.3 million. http://goo.gl/j3D73
~ Another Monrovia City Council candidate forum. http://goo.gl/vf6Ay
~ Monrovia baseball over La Canada, 7-4. http://goo.gl/w93kB
- Brad Haugaard
Will Lawsuit in Monrovia Hinder Gold Line? / Water Challenge / Resurfacing / Curves Helps Unity Center
~ The Gold Line Construction Authority is concerned a lawsuit related to land intended for a rail-maintenance yard in Monrovia could hinder construction of the line. http://goo.gl/ZfD6G
~ Beginning April 1 (no joke) you can participate in the Mayors Challenge for Water Conservation, "a friendly online competition between cities to see which can be the most water-wise." If Monrovia wins, residents would be eligible to win tickets to an Angels game, to Disneyland and half-price admission to the Aquarium of the Pacific for the entire community. There is nothing you can do now, but on April 1 you can sign up here ( http://goo.gl/hWLwp ) to support Monrovia.
~ A little change in the Huntington Drive resurfacing project: Instead of first doing Huntington from Magnolia to Fifth, the city will first do East Huntington Drive (Shamrock to the east City limit). Everything should still be done by June 30. Details: http://goo.gl/RPQCS
~ During the first two weeks of April, local Curves will collect non-perishable food and cash to benefit Foothill Unity Center, in Monrovia, and other local food banks. Curves members who donate $30 or an equivalent amount of food will get a reusable grocery bag. From April 4-17, Curves will waive the membership fee for new members who make the same donation.
- Brad Haugaard
Fire Protection: Watch Your Windows!
The Monrovia Fire Department recommends making your house more fire-resistant by maintaining your window frames and sills. In a wildfire, embers can land on the frame or sill and catch your house on fire. So, remove debris and replace decayed wood, which catches fire at a lower temperature than sound wood.
More details here: http://goo.gl/cTeMT
Source: http://goo.gl/RPQCS
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia House Fire
On March 22 at approximately 2 a.m. Monrovia firefighters, with the assistance of Arcadia Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 100 block of N. Magnolia. Initial arriving companies found heavy fire and smoke issuing from a rear house and garage. The first-in engine company initiated fire attack, while additional lines were pulled to protect the front house from fire spread. Several rooms of the house and garage were heavily damaged due to fire, heat and smoke. Fortunately the residents escaped unharmed and no firefighter injuries were reported. A preliminary estimate on structure and content loss is $105,000. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Source: http://goo.gl/RPQCS
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia City Manager: Redevelopment Compromise?
Sacramento is still trying to eliminate redevelopment agencies, Monrovia City Manager Scott Ochoa says, but he seems to think there may be a possibility of compromise.
He writes that "the conventional wisdom is that the Democrats will opt to eliminate the RDAs [redevelopment agencies] on a simple majority vote as part of the budget or in an extraordinary session."
He said a simple majority would need no Republican votes, but it would also mean that the change in the law could not take place until mid-July or January, which would give cities more time to "reinforce the positions." And there would still be lawsuits. Also, cities have been busily shielding their redevelopment money, he said, so there might not be much for the state to grab.
The longer it drags on, he said, the more chance of finding "a middle ground."
Source: http://goo.gl/RPQCS
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia City Manager: Council Disagreements? Nothing New
I've written already about the dueling letters between Monrovia City Councilman Tom Adams and Mayor Mary Ann Lutz, but in his weekly report City Manager Scott Ochoa recommends not being concerned about it. He writes:
"I think it is important to keep things in perspective and not read too much into this episode. Obviously, there are disagreements and fissures between members of the Council; but this is nothing new. What has historically set Monrovia apart from other communities has been that our Councils have always found ways to do the people's business effectively and not let personalities block community progress. Like the Showtime Lakers, these folks are professionals who understand the advantages and the limitations of team chemistry."
Source: http://goo.gl/RPQCS
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Neighborhood Survey / Mentalist on Myrtle / History
~ Phase Four of Monrovia's Thriving Neighborhood Survey is available, and online until April 15. Click the link to rate your neighborhood and let the City know its strengths and needs. http://goo.gl/dFd8Q ~ There was apparently a filming of the show, The Mentalist, on Myrtle a few days ago. http://goo.gl/cvcN2 ~ Chinese in Monrovia History. http://goo.gl/iT2YN - Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Candidate Statements: Becky Shevlin
[I have offered all active candidates for the Monrovia City Council a post of up to 300 words to explain and promote their candidacy. I am posting them in the order I receive them. This is the second, from Becky Shevlin. - Brad Haugaard]
I have lived in the immediate area for 56 years and in Monrovia for the past 23 years, raising a family here, and for 35 years, have worked as a legal assistant for attorney Mark M. O’Brien, with his office in Monrovia Old Town for the past 16 years. I have immersed myself in all aspects of our Community building valuable relationships with local businesses and fellow Monrovians. For 2 years now it has been my honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Monrovia as a Monrovia City Council Member.
SERVING MONROVIA - Council Liaison and Representative to the Monrovia Old Town Advisory Board, Community Services Commission (past Commissioner 11 years, and past Chair), Foothill Workforce Investment Board, Foothill Transit Board; Southern California Association of Governments, Adopt-a-School Program (Clifton Middle School) and Alternate for the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership and Council of Governments.
Community Involvement – Monrovia Reads Board Member and past President (8 years); Acting Secretary and past Chair of Monrovia Chamber Business, Education, and Community Outreach Network Committee (8 years and also serving on Chamber Executive Board 2005-2008; President 2007); Calendar Coordinator and past President of Monrovia Community Coordinating Council (12 years); Monrovia Guild - Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (4 years); County Commission for Women Board Member (appointment 2010) as well as involvement with several other Community organizations and programs.
Our future is calling; we have many challenges and I believe I am prepared to confront and address them, both on your behalf and together. My desire is that we continue to cherish and preserve our rich heritage and sense of community while forging ahead to a prosperous future. I thank you for your support and ask for your Vote on April 12, 2011. To contact me, please email bshevlin@obrienlawcorp.com; call (626) 253-0072, or visit www.beckyshevlin.com.
South Pas Outruns Monrovia / Saving a Skunk
~ South Pasadena track team over Wildcats :-( http://goo.gl/ecQqS
~ Firefighters save soggy skunk. http://goo.gl/53xd0
- Brad Haugaard
Pets for Monrovians
Mozart, at Inland Valley
Monrovia contracts with Inland Valley Humane Society in Pomona for some of its animal control needs.
If you are interested in adopting an animal, here are Inland Valley links:
If you are interested in adopting an animal, here are Inland Valley links:
Cats: http://goo.gl/tdJ5K
Dogs: http://goo.gl/H3Iey
Other Critters: http://goo.gl/YQmf6
Also nearby is the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society. Here are the animals they have available:
And if you need to report a stray, call the Monrovia Police Department at (626) 256-8000 any time.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's World Vision Raises $25 million for Japan.
World Vision International, based in Monrovia, raises nearly $25 million for Japan. http://goo.gl/0ukhE - Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Candidate Statements: Tom Adams
[I have offered all active candidates for the Monrovia City Council a post of up to 300 words to explain and promote their candidacy. The offer remains open until midnight of April 4. I am posting them in the order I receive them. This is the first I've received, from Tom Adams. - Brad Haugaard]
As a Monrovia native I enjoy being in a position to live and work right here in Monrovia. I spend most of my day talking to Monrovian’s about Monrovia. I hear about the things they like and at times what they don’t. I try to insure that we continue to do the good and not repeat the bad. I have had the pleasure of raising my children here and have worked with our great schools for their education. Monrovia is blessed in many ways and we need to continue these blessings.
Monrovia is very special to me and Monrovian’s have given me the opportunity to serve this great town in many ways including serving on this council in good times and bad. Monrovia has seen lows and highs and although we are in the middle of the worst economy in my lifetime, Monrovia will come out on top but it won’t be easy getting there. The State of California has and will continue to take from Monrovia in their attempt to keep the state treasury alive, we must do all we can to prevent them from dragging Monrovia down with them. The future of Monrovia depends on how these next few years are handled. We must insure that our economic decisions are strong yet we need to insure that we keep an eye on our rich past as we move forward respecting our history.
We also need to insure that all Monrovian’s share in the future as we move forward. Monrovia has a rich history not just in our buildings but our people, a history that as we move forward needs to be recognized and celebrated.
Thank you all again and I ask for your vote on April 12th. Thank you!
Monrovia Police Chief Retiring / ZuniDigital Wins Awards
~ Monrovia Police Chief Roger Johnson is retiring May 5. http://goo.gl/Jx5zt ~ ZuniDigital, of Monrovia, has won two separate Awards within the wireless marketplace. http://goo.gl/ZMva9 - Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Baseball / Gospel Expo / Lost Dog / Cronkite
~ Monrovia baseball loads up on tough opponents. http://goo.gl/JAPK4
~ Gospel Expo and First Presbyterian Good Friday concert choir. http://goo.gl/XoqOF
~ Lost dog found in Monrovia. http://goo.gl/3m6rx
~ Charlotte Shamadan misses Walter Cronkite. http://goo.gl/8EyCD
- Brad Haugaard
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