The Star-News supplement, The Weekly Star, has a nice article today about Boy Scout Garrett Coombs, who organized a pancake breakfast held at the Monrovia Knights of Columbus building, for his Eagle Scout project. Coombs accepted non-perishable foods as payment for breakfast. The food is being donated to the Foothill Unity Center.
-Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Basketball Camp
Santa Anita Family Y reports on Facebook that it still has spaces for its Basketball Camp, August 5-8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The camp is taught by Isaiah Fox and Bertram Hall. Isaiah played at the University of Arizona and professionally overseas. Bertram is a Y staff member and plays for Azusa Pacific.
- Brad Haugaard
Who to Call If You Dig Up Mastodon Bones
Here's an interesting Monrovia company. Its website says Paleo Solutions is "an environmental consulting firm specializing in paleontological and archaeological resources management." I guess they help if you dig up saber-tooth tiger bones while grading a road or something. http://goo.gl/KWpdwt
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's STAAR Surgical Reports Strong Earnings
STAAR Surgical of Monrovia, which makes replacement eye lenses, today reported revenue of $18.2 million for the second quarter of 2013, up 14 percent compared to $15.9 million for the second quarter of 2012. http://goo.gl/gHXeFn
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Will Feds Mess With Monrovia's Water? | Shooting at the Repo Man
~ Might the federal government interfere with Monrovia's supply of water from the mountains? http://goo.gl/U62uYu
~ Man arrested in Monrovia county area. Suspected of shooting at the car repo man. http://goo.gl/3kjWcj
- Brad Haugaard
~ Man arrested in Monrovia county area. Suspected of shooting at the car repo man. http://goo.gl/3kjWcj
- Brad Haugaard
Produce in the Park | Monrovia PD Looks for Robber
~ Produce in the Park this Saturday, August 3, 9-11 a.m. in Library Park at the corner of Lime and Myrtle. See what's been growing in your neighbor's gardens.
~ Monrovia Police look for armed robber who robbed Duarte store. http://goo.gl/87tunc
- Brad Haugaard
~ Monrovia Police look for armed robber who robbed Duarte store. http://goo.gl/87tunc
- Brad Haugaard
Virtual Public School Info Meeting In Monrovia
Capistrano Connections Academy, a tuition-free virtual public school chartered through the Capistrano Unified School District and available to students in grades K-12 , will host a free information session in Monrovia for families interested in learning about its online program. The session will take place on August 13 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Courtyard Monrovia - 700 W. Huntington Dr. In Monrovia.
- Brad Haugaard
Dogwoods to Become Juvolicious
The old Dogwoods market on Foothill may soon have a new sign that says, "Juvolicious." The city's Design Review Committee will consider the sign at its next meeting ( http://goo.gl/JwhKOo ). According to its website, Juvolicious ( http://www.juvolicious.com/ ) is "a venture funded ecommerce company that purchases popular consumer products from manufacturers and wholesalers across the United States." It is also owned by the same folks who own Juvo Capital ( http://www.juvocapital.com/ ), whom I thought were going to move in there.
Comment: For some reason that name makes me thirsty.
- Brad Haugaard
Comment: For some reason that name makes me thirsty.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's Naked Juice Co. Removing 'All Natural' Label on Its Products
In response to a lawsuit, Naked Juice Co. of Monrovia, will remove the label, "all natural," from its veggie and fruit smoothies until the term, "natural," is better defined. http://goo.gl/5uXbwz
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police Safety Tips - Kids and Hot Cars
Monrovia Police advice for National Heatstroke Prevention Day, July 31.
"Too many children die as a result of being left unattended in vehicles for any amount of time," said California Office of Traffic Safety Director Christopher J. Murphy. "These tragedies are 100 percent preventable."
A car's internal temperature can rise above 100 degrees even on cooler days and in 110 degree sun can reach 160 degrees in an hour. When the temperature is 100 degrees, even a half-hour in a vehicle can be enough heat to kill or severely injure young children. It is illegal to leave children unattended in a motor vehicle.
Tips:
- Never leave your child unattended in a hot vehicle, not even for a minute.
- Place a needed item for your next stop, such as your cell phone or purse, on the floor in front of your child's safety seat. This will help to remind you that your child is in the car when you retrieve the needed items.
- Set a reminder or alarm on your cell phone that reminds you to drop off your child at school or day care, or have a loved one call to ensure that the drop-off occurred.
- Ask day care providers to call if your child is ever late being dropped off.
- Develop a routine for exiting the car; check the backseat and lock all doors and the trunk every time.
- Always lock your car doors and do not give children access to keys or keyless entry devices.
- Teach your children that cars are never to be used as a place to play.
- If your child is missing, be sure to check all vehicles and trunks.
- If you see an unattended child in a hot vehicle, call 911 immediately.
Source: Monrovia Police Department
- Brad Haugaard
"Too many children die as a result of being left unattended in vehicles for any amount of time," said California Office of Traffic Safety Director Christopher J. Murphy. "These tragedies are 100 percent preventable."
A car's internal temperature can rise above 100 degrees even on cooler days and in 110 degree sun can reach 160 degrees in an hour. When the temperature is 100 degrees, even a half-hour in a vehicle can be enough heat to kill or severely injure young children. It is illegal to leave children unattended in a motor vehicle.
Tips:
- Never leave your child unattended in a hot vehicle, not even for a minute.
- Place a needed item for your next stop, such as your cell phone or purse, on the floor in front of your child's safety seat. This will help to remind you that your child is in the car when you retrieve the needed items.
- Set a reminder or alarm on your cell phone that reminds you to drop off your child at school or day care, or have a loved one call to ensure that the drop-off occurred.
- Ask day care providers to call if your child is ever late being dropped off.
- Develop a routine for exiting the car; check the backseat and lock all doors and the trunk every time.
- Always lock your car doors and do not give children access to keys or keyless entry devices.
- Teach your children that cars are never to be used as a place to play.
- If your child is missing, be sure to check all vehicles and trunks.
- If you see an unattended child in a hot vehicle, call 911 immediately.
Source: Monrovia Police Department
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Ten People To Hold Him Down; Drunk Driving; Drugs; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for July 25-28. - Brad Haugaard]
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events. To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to the City of Monrovia website and click on the crime mapping link. Sign up to follow us on twitter for police notifications.
Residential Burglary
On July 25 at 2:17 p.m., an officer responded to the 800 block of West Duarte regarding a burglary. The victim left his residence at 9:30 a.m. and returned at 2:00 p.m. He entered his residence and noticed his bedrooms had been ransacked. The suspect(s) entered through an unlocked bedroom window. The suspect(s) took 2 laptops, a checkbook and cash. The investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol - Suspect Arrested
On July 25 at 8:00 p.m., an officer stopped a male who was talking on his cell phone while driving in the 1500 block of South Mountain. Upon contacting the driver, he noticed signs and symptoms of alcohol use. Through investigation, the driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested.
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol - Suspect Arrested
On July 26 at 2:46 a.m., an officer observed a female driving at the intersection of Myrtle and Central and talking on her cell phone. The officer stopped and contacted the driver who showed symptoms of intoxication. After an investigation, the driver was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Possession of Controlled Substance / Possession of Paraphernalia use for Unlawfully Injecting Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
On July 26 at 10:43 a.m., while on routine patrol, an officer observed a female asleep behind the wheel of a parked vehicle in the 800 block of Orange. He stopped to see if she was okay and saw a syringe on her lap. The driver was arrested for drug charges.
Violation of Gang Injunction / Resisting and Delaying a Police Officer – Suspect Arrested
On July 26 at 6:33 p.m., dispatch received a call of a disturbance in the 100 block of West Foothill. When officers arrived the subject fled the scene and ran into a business. A containment was established and the subject was located inside. When the officers asked the subject to exit the store he refused. The subject was later determined to be in violation of Monrovia’s gang injunction. The subject was arrested for violation of court order and resisting and delaying a police officer.
Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance / Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
On July 27 at 4:01 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of South Madison regarding a disturbance. When officers arrived they discovered a male subject who was first lying in bed and was unresponsive. After a few minutes, the subject became uncooperative and confrontational with paramedics. The subject was displaying symptoms of being under the influence of a controlled substance. It took 10 emergency personnel to hold the subject down. The wife claimed the subject came home and appeared fine and stepped outside for a few minutes and returned in a psychotic state. He broke a bedroom window and passed out and was unresponsive. The subject was taken to Arcadia Methodist Hospital. Officers located a small glass vial, which contained a liquid substance which tested positive for a controlled substance. No injuries were sustained by any emergency personnel.
Vehicle Burglary
On July 27 at 4:22 p.m., an officer responded to the 300 block of Prospect regarding a vehicle burglary. Unknown suspect(s) smashed the window of the vehicle and stole a navigation system. The investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft – Vehicle
On July 27 at 4:23 p.m., an officer responded to the 200 block of Linwood regarding a petty theft from a vehicle. Unknown suspect(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and took the victims paycheck, I Phone charger and registration. The investigation is continuing.
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events. To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to the City of Monrovia website and click on the crime mapping link. Sign up to follow us on twitter for police notifications.
Residential Burglary
On July 25 at 2:17 p.m., an officer responded to the 800 block of West Duarte regarding a burglary. The victim left his residence at 9:30 a.m. and returned at 2:00 p.m. He entered his residence and noticed his bedrooms had been ransacked. The suspect(s) entered through an unlocked bedroom window. The suspect(s) took 2 laptops, a checkbook and cash. The investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol - Suspect Arrested
On July 25 at 8:00 p.m., an officer stopped a male who was talking on his cell phone while driving in the 1500 block of South Mountain. Upon contacting the driver, he noticed signs and symptoms of alcohol use. Through investigation, the driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested.
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol - Suspect Arrested
On July 26 at 2:46 a.m., an officer observed a female driving at the intersection of Myrtle and Central and talking on her cell phone. The officer stopped and contacted the driver who showed symptoms of intoxication. After an investigation, the driver was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Possession of Controlled Substance / Possession of Paraphernalia use for Unlawfully Injecting Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
On July 26 at 10:43 a.m., while on routine patrol, an officer observed a female asleep behind the wheel of a parked vehicle in the 800 block of Orange. He stopped to see if she was okay and saw a syringe on her lap. The driver was arrested for drug charges.
Violation of Gang Injunction / Resisting and Delaying a Police Officer – Suspect Arrested
On July 26 at 6:33 p.m., dispatch received a call of a disturbance in the 100 block of West Foothill. When officers arrived the subject fled the scene and ran into a business. A containment was established and the subject was located inside. When the officers asked the subject to exit the store he refused. The subject was later determined to be in violation of Monrovia’s gang injunction. The subject was arrested for violation of court order and resisting and delaying a police officer.
Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance / Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
On July 27 at 4:01 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of South Madison regarding a disturbance. When officers arrived they discovered a male subject who was first lying in bed and was unresponsive. After a few minutes, the subject became uncooperative and confrontational with paramedics. The subject was displaying symptoms of being under the influence of a controlled substance. It took 10 emergency personnel to hold the subject down. The wife claimed the subject came home and appeared fine and stepped outside for a few minutes and returned in a psychotic state. He broke a bedroom window and passed out and was unresponsive. The subject was taken to Arcadia Methodist Hospital. Officers located a small glass vial, which contained a liquid substance which tested positive for a controlled substance. No injuries were sustained by any emergency personnel.
Vehicle Burglary
On July 27 at 4:22 p.m., an officer responded to the 300 block of Prospect regarding a vehicle burglary. Unknown suspect(s) smashed the window of the vehicle and stole a navigation system. The investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft – Vehicle
On July 27 at 4:23 p.m., an officer responded to the 200 block of Linwood regarding a petty theft from a vehicle. Unknown suspect(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and took the victims paycheck, I Phone charger and registration. The investigation is continuing.
Big New Monrovia Restaurant Building
The new restaurant building on the old Acapulco site, designed for four small restaurants, looks like it will dwarf the neighboring Chili's restaurant.
- Brad Haugaard
Another Monrovia Bear at Work
Caught this guy trash-can fishing this morning about 10:45 on Canyon near Scenic. When I say caught, I mean figuratively, of course.
- Bead Haugaard
Business Seminar on Obamacare and Your Business
How will Obamacare affect you and your business? A free seminar at the Monrovia Library, August 7, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. with speaker George Papacalos, regional sales executive for Kaiser Permanente. RSVP by August 5 to Korrine Ramirez, 358-1159 or kr@monroviacc.com. Hosted lunch by Cafe Mundial.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Development Around Monrovia Gold Line Station
An article about development around what will be the Monrovia Gold Line station. http://goo.gl/M06ojv
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Drone Gets Permission to Fly Commercial
Monrovia's AeroVironment has received a "Restricted Category" rating for its Puma drone from the Federal Aviation Administration. The certificate permits operators to fly Puma for commercial missions, such as oil spill monitoring and ocean surveys. http://goo.gl/nxJ32M
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Lunch at Daphne's
Lunch at Daphne's, Middle Eastern restaurant near Fifth on Huntington. Got a pita burger with hummus combo and an iced tea ($8.28 plus tax). Sort of fusion food. It was fine.
- Brad Haugaard
Pancake Fundraiser | Draw Along | Glow Party
~ Boy Scout Troop 147 Pancake Breakfast (pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, coffee) for Monrovia's Foothill Unity Center, tomorrow, Saturday, 8 to noon. Cost is a non-perishable food item. At Knights of Columbus, 130 W. Pomona Ave., Monrovia.
~ Draw Along, for kids 5-12. At the Library, Tuesday, July 30 at noon. http://goo.gl/QTnFZr
~ Glow in the Dark Party, Thursday August 1, 7:30-9:00 p.m. at the Library. Black lights, glow sticks, glow tag, etc. For students entering 6th through 12th grade. http://goo.gl/fkmaSG
- Brad Haugaard
~ Draw Along, for kids 5-12. At the Library, Tuesday, July 30 at noon. http://goo.gl/QTnFZr
~ Glow in the Dark Party, Thursday August 1, 7:30-9:00 p.m. at the Library. Black lights, glow sticks, glow tag, etc. For students entering 6th through 12th grade. http://goo.gl/fkmaSG
- Brad Haugaard
Disney Directors at Mt. Sierra | Construction on California to Last Until Late September | Anti-Litter Campaign
~ Directors Chris Takami and Joe Vance of Disney Mobile Games will be guest speakers at Mt. Sierra College. http://goo.gl/9PEjyp
~ Gold Line construction on California Ave, just north of Duarte Rd. is lasting a bit longer than expected, but should be done by the end of September. http://goo.gl/wQq3v5
~ The City of Monrovia is starting a program called, "Put It In The Can - A Campaign to Keep Monrovia Beautiful." The idea is to throw your trash in trash cans and pick up litter when you find it. http://goo.gl/wQq3v5
- Brad Haugaard
~ Gold Line construction on California Ave, just north of Duarte Rd. is lasting a bit longer than expected, but should be done by the end of September. http://goo.gl/wQq3v5
~ The City of Monrovia is starting a program called, "Put It In The Can - A Campaign to Keep Monrovia Beautiful." The idea is to throw your trash in trash cans and pick up litter when you find it. http://goo.gl/wQq3v5
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Punching Out a Car; Night Burglary; Power Tool Robbery
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for July 22-24. - Brad Haugaard]
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 480 service events, resulting in 84 investigations.
Commercial Burglary / Robbery – Suspect Arrested
July 22 at 3:30 p.m., a male adult entered a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain and selected a power tool, placing it into a backpack. Loss prevention personnel observed him and followed him as he left the store without paying for the item. The loss prevention officer identified himself and the suspect swung at him, striking him in the face. He then attempted to flee, but was restrained by assisting loss prevention personnel; they detained him until officers arrived. He was arrested and taken into custody without further incident.
Residential Burglary
July 22 at 6:41 p.m., a burglary was reported in the 300 block of Prospect Avenue. The victim left for work at 5:00 a.m. and returned home at 5:00 p.m. When she returned home, she noticed the garage door was open. She called her husband and asked if he was home; he was not. She went into the house through the garage and the house looked normal. She searched her dresser and noticed her rings were gone. Several other items were taken. The investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
July 23 at 6:49 a.m., police responded to the report of a burglary at a residence in the 1200 block of South Alta Vista. The suspect(s) entered an open living room window. The screen was closed, but the suspects cut and removed it to enter. This incident occurred sometime during the night. The residents were home asleep, but did not hear anything. When they awoke in the morning, they discovered the burglary. A 20-inch flat screen television and a silver watch were taken.
Wanted Parolee at Large – Suspect Arrested
July 24 at 8:01 a.m., an officer on patrol saw a bicyclist commit a vehicle code violation in the 2200 block of South Myrtle. He contacted the subject and a computer check revealed the subject was a wanted parolee at large. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Trespassing – Suspect Arrested
July 24 at 3:21 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a motel in the 1100 block of East Huntington regarding a guest who was refusing to leave his unpaid room. The officer and the motel owner asked the patron to leave; however, he refused. He was arrested for trespassing and later released on citation to appear in court.
Battery / Drunk in Public – Suspect Arrested
July 25 at 2:17 a.m., police were dispatched to the 500 block of King Street regarding a male subject who was causing a disturbance. When officers arrived, they found an intoxicated male subject. He had punched the side of a car and then hit the driver. He was arrested and charged with battery and being drunk in public.
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 480 service events, resulting in 84 investigations.
Commercial Burglary / Robbery – Suspect Arrested
July 22 at 3:30 p.m., a male adult entered a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain and selected a power tool, placing it into a backpack. Loss prevention personnel observed him and followed him as he left the store without paying for the item. The loss prevention officer identified himself and the suspect swung at him, striking him in the face. He then attempted to flee, but was restrained by assisting loss prevention personnel; they detained him until officers arrived. He was arrested and taken into custody without further incident.
Residential Burglary
July 22 at 6:41 p.m., a burglary was reported in the 300 block of Prospect Avenue. The victim left for work at 5:00 a.m. and returned home at 5:00 p.m. When she returned home, she noticed the garage door was open. She called her husband and asked if he was home; he was not. She went into the house through the garage and the house looked normal. She searched her dresser and noticed her rings were gone. Several other items were taken. The investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
July 23 at 6:49 a.m., police responded to the report of a burglary at a residence in the 1200 block of South Alta Vista. The suspect(s) entered an open living room window. The screen was closed, but the suspects cut and removed it to enter. This incident occurred sometime during the night. The residents were home asleep, but did not hear anything. When they awoke in the morning, they discovered the burglary. A 20-inch flat screen television and a silver watch were taken.
Wanted Parolee at Large – Suspect Arrested
July 24 at 8:01 a.m., an officer on patrol saw a bicyclist commit a vehicle code violation in the 2200 block of South Myrtle. He contacted the subject and a computer check revealed the subject was a wanted parolee at large. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Trespassing – Suspect Arrested
July 24 at 3:21 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a motel in the 1100 block of East Huntington regarding a guest who was refusing to leave his unpaid room. The officer and the motel owner asked the patron to leave; however, he refused. He was arrested for trespassing and later released on citation to appear in court.
Battery / Drunk in Public – Suspect Arrested
July 25 at 2:17 a.m., police were dispatched to the 500 block of King Street regarding a male subject who was causing a disturbance. When officers arrived, they found an intoxicated male subject. He had punched the side of a car and then hit the driver. He was arrested and charged with battery and being drunk in public.
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