At its annual reorganization meeting on Dec. 3, the Citrus Community College District Board of Trustees voted in new Board. Trustee Joanne Montgomery, who represents Monrovia and portions of Duarte, will serve as board Vice President.
Source: Citrus press release
- Brad Haugaard
Citrus College Registration Starting
Students at Citrus College, which serves Monrovia, can begin viewing their Spring Semester 2014 registration appointment times starting Monday, Dec. 16, and enroll in classes as soon as Tuesday, Jan. 7.
New students must submit an online application to the college, which is available at www.citruscollege.edu/ar.
Classes begin Wednesday, Feb. 19. Saturday classes start Feb. 22.
The schedule of classes is available at www.citruscollege.edu.
- Brad Haugaard
New students must submit an online application to the college, which is available at www.citruscollege.edu/ar.
Classes begin Wednesday, Feb. 19. Saturday classes start Feb. 22.
The schedule of classes is available at www.citruscollege.edu.
- Brad Haugaard
Miracle on Myrtle and More Holiday Events
~ Tonight, Miracle on Myrtle, by Fellowship Monrovia church. Library Park at 5 p.m.
~ Holiday benefit for Monrovia's Foothill Unity Center. Tomorrow, Dec. 14, from 5–9 p.m. at The Lodge at Sierra Madre, 33 E. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. Call 355–7801 for details.
~ Storytime at Monrovia Library, tomorrow, Dec. 14 from2–3 p.m. Good little boys and girls are invited to a special Christmas program filled with holiday stories, songs, short film, snacks and our traditional Bead Fusion craft ornament (younger children will need assistance with the craft). For ages 4 years to 5th grade.
- Brad Haugaard
Breakfast at LeRoy's
Breakfast at LeRoy's, on Huntington. I got two eggs with bacon and hash browns, $7.25, with coffee ($1.95). Plus tax and tip. Traditional American style food. They loaded me up with bacon. Come hungry. It's good.
-Brad Haugaard
Christmas Season Safety Tips from Monrovia Police
Tips from Monrovia Police on how to to keep your home safe during the Christmas season:
- Lock all of your doors and windows when you are not home. Leave any exterior lights on if they are not sensor activated.
- Make sure that all side gates are locked and secured.
- If you have an alarm system, activate it, even if you will be away for just a few minutes.
- If you have surveillance cameras affixed to the exterior of your property, make sure you periodically check them to ensure they are working properly.
- Ensure that all of your hedges and or bushes are trimmed from the front of your residence so that your house is not concealed from the street.
- Never leave old newspapers, mail or door leaflets piled up on the front steps of your residence.
- Never leave valuables in plain view from the outside.
- If you have valuables, please secure them in either a safe or safe deposit box at your local bank.
- Always take an active role in getting to know your neighborhood.
- Keep your eyes open to suspicious activity in your neighborhood and always do your part as a good witness. Never attempt to stop a crime; always call 911.
- Brad Haugaard
- Lock all of your doors and windows when you are not home. Leave any exterior lights on if they are not sensor activated.
- Make sure that all side gates are locked and secured.
- If you have an alarm system, activate it, even if you will be away for just a few minutes.
- If you have surveillance cameras affixed to the exterior of your property, make sure you periodically check them to ensure they are working properly.
- Ensure that all of your hedges and or bushes are trimmed from the front of your residence so that your house is not concealed from the street.
- Never leave old newspapers, mail or door leaflets piled up on the front steps of your residence.
- Never leave valuables in plain view from the outside.
- If you have valuables, please secure them in either a safe or safe deposit box at your local bank.
- Always take an active role in getting to know your neighborhood.
- Keep your eyes open to suspicious activity in your neighborhood and always do your part as a good witness. Never attempt to stop a crime; always call 911.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Honored as a 'Gold' City for Saving Energy
Monrovia Mayor Mary Ann Lutz wrote on Facebook that: "This afternoon the City of Monrovia was honored by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments, Southern California Edison and The Gas Company by naming it a Gold city with the Energywise Partnership. Over the past few years we have saved over a million kilowatts in our city by becoming more energy efficient - that means we're saving $!"
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Mom - and Daughter in Stroller - Hit by Vehicle; Possession of Broad-Tip Marker; DUI; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for December 9-11. - Brad Haugaard]
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 368 service events, resulting in 78 investigations.
Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Traffic Collision
December 9 at 8:55 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at the intersection of Myrtle and Foothill. A mother was pushing her daughter in a stroller south on Myrtle, crossing Foothill, when a vehicle traveling south on Myrtle turned east onto Foothill and struck them. Both were taken to a hospital, the mother for complaint of pain and the daughter for evaluation.
Hazmat Spill
December 9 at 11:13 p.m., police received a call of a possible hazmat spill at a business location in the 100 block of Railroad. Monrovia police officers established a perimeter, while Monrovia fire personnel responded and conducted an assessment of the spill. Approximately 300 employees were evaluated at the scene, with about 100 receiving triage, and 7 were taken to local hospitals for treatment.
Trespassing / Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer
December 10 at 1:17 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of East Walnut regarding a subject seen going into a residence, which was later determined to be a neighbor's residence. Officers responded and contacted the subject who appeared to be under the influence of a controlled substance. The subject resisted and struggled with officers as they attempted to detain him. The subject was eventually taken into custody. He said he entered the residence while the resident was away to get his computer. The suspect was arrested for the above listed charges.
Minor in Possession of a Broad-tip Marker – Suspect Cited
December 10 at 7:29 p.m., two male juveniles were seen on the top level of a parking structure in the 100 block of West Colorado looking at the walls. Officers arrived, questioned the subjects and discovered they were looking for a place to write graffiti. One of the subjects was in possession of three broad-tip markers. The juveniles were released to their parents. The subject in possession of the markers received a citation to appear in court.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 11 at 12:30 a.m., a male subject was reported to have fallen asleep behind the wheel of his vehicle with the engine running at a gas station at Myrtle and Evergreen. The vehicle was next to a gas pump with the hose still attached to the vehicle's gas tank. When officers arrived, they discovered the male was heavily intoxicated and was determined to be DUI. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 368 service events, resulting in 78 investigations.
Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Traffic Collision
December 9 at 8:55 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at the intersection of Myrtle and Foothill. A mother was pushing her daughter in a stroller south on Myrtle, crossing Foothill, when a vehicle traveling south on Myrtle turned east onto Foothill and struck them. Both were taken to a hospital, the mother for complaint of pain and the daughter for evaluation.
Hazmat Spill
December 9 at 11:13 p.m., police received a call of a possible hazmat spill at a business location in the 100 block of Railroad. Monrovia police officers established a perimeter, while Monrovia fire personnel responded and conducted an assessment of the spill. Approximately 300 employees were evaluated at the scene, with about 100 receiving triage, and 7 were taken to local hospitals for treatment.
Trespassing / Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer
December 10 at 1:17 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of East Walnut regarding a subject seen going into a residence, which was later determined to be a neighbor's residence. Officers responded and contacted the subject who appeared to be under the influence of a controlled substance. The subject resisted and struggled with officers as they attempted to detain him. The subject was eventually taken into custody. He said he entered the residence while the resident was away to get his computer. The suspect was arrested for the above listed charges.
Minor in Possession of a Broad-tip Marker – Suspect Cited
December 10 at 7:29 p.m., two male juveniles were seen on the top level of a parking structure in the 100 block of West Colorado looking at the walls. Officers arrived, questioned the subjects and discovered they were looking for a place to write graffiti. One of the subjects was in possession of three broad-tip markers. The juveniles were released to their parents. The subject in possession of the markers received a citation to appear in court.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 11 at 12:30 a.m., a male subject was reported to have fallen asleep behind the wheel of his vehicle with the engine running at a gas station at Myrtle and Evergreen. The vehicle was next to a gas pump with the hose still attached to the vehicle's gas tank. When officers arrived, they discovered the male was heavily intoxicated and was determined to be DUI. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Monrovia City Council Agenda
At its Dec. 17 meeting, the Monrovia City Council will ...
- Hold a study session at 6 p.m. to take a look at the city's reserves, fees and charges. http://goo.gl/GLjlf0
- Have a light agenda (agenda: http://goo.gl/wJQJM8 )for the regular 7:30 p.m. meeting, mostly honoring community members and organizations, including: winners of the home decorating contest, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and Rebuilding Together, for their support of Make A Difference Day.
- Brad Haugaard
- Hold a study session at 6 p.m. to take a look at the city's reserves, fees and charges. http://goo.gl/GLjlf0
- Have a light agenda (agenda: http://goo.gl/wJQJM8 )for the regular 7:30 p.m. meeting, mostly honoring community members and organizations, including: winners of the home decorating contest, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and Rebuilding Together, for their support of Make A Difference Day.
- Brad Haugaard
Alex Zucco Selected as New Monrovia School Board President | Final Tally on People Sickened from Food
~ Alex Zucco writes: "So excited and very honored to be have been elected Monrovia Board President for 2014...congratulations as well to our new Board VP, Ed Gililland, and our new Board Clerk, Rob Hammond."
~ The final tally on people affected by the problem of food contamination from food believed to have been sold at Trader Joe's (the chain is based in Monrovia) is 33 people sickened in four states, seven hospitalized. http://goo.gl/bMlFj3
- Brad Haugaard
~ The final tally on people affected by the problem of food contamination from food believed to have been sold at Trader Joe's (the chain is based in Monrovia) is 33 people sickened in four states, seven hospitalized. http://goo.gl/bMlFj3
- Brad Haugaard
Blimp over Monrovia | Old Town Decorations and Sing-Along
~ MetLife blimp over Monrovia this morning. (I think I need a telephoto lens.)
~ Photo of Old Town's decorated gateway. http://goo.gl/BH6BEk
~ A holiday sing-along tonight, Dec. 11, 7-8 p.m. in Old Town's Lemon Avenue courtyard. http://goo.gl/nxRYJi
- Brad Haugaard
Christmas Party for Live-Alone Seniors at Monrovia Community Center
A Christmas party for live-alone seniors 60 and older, Saturday, Dec. 21, at the Monrovia Community Center, 119 W. Palm. Free turkey dinner with prizes and entertainment. For transportation call Monrovia Transit (358-3538) the day before. RSVP to Bill at (818) 371-9302 by Dec. 16 to be entered in a drawing.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Eleven Were Hospitalized in Monrovia HazMat Event | Avoid Wasting Natural Gas | Christmas Wiring Tips
~ Eleven people went to the hospital as a result of the chemical fumes yesterday. http://goo.gl/ct0E2Z
~ Gas Company gives tips on how to avoid wasting gas during cold snap. http://goo.gl/VpyuJW
~ Some electrical safety tips for Christmas lighting from Southern California Edison. http://goo.gl/zuYzcV
- Brad Haugaard
~ Gas Company gives tips on how to avoid wasting gas during cold snap. http://goo.gl/VpyuJW
~ Some electrical safety tips for Christmas lighting from Southern California Edison. http://goo.gl/zuYzcV
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia HazMat Incident Caused by Chemical Reaction
As of now, the HazMat incident has stabilized and all emergency resources have been released.
A manufacturing company (Air Logistics) on Railroad Avenue was batch mixing three chemicals and at some point there was an adverse reaction causing the chemicals to heat up and off gas into the air. The chemicals were never unstable, but were superheated.
The chemicals identified were: Cyclo Aliphathic resin, Boron trifluoride, and Ancamine.
Symptoms from employees who reported feeling ill were chest pains, asthma, dizziness, nausea and vomiting.
Monrovia was able to avail itself of many of the local resources in the area including fire mutual aid, Health HazMat and AQMD and it is business as usual here.
Some pictures: http://goo.gl/dDjZCi
Source: City of Monrovia
- Brad Haugaard
A manufacturing company (Air Logistics) on Railroad Avenue was batch mixing three chemicals and at some point there was an adverse reaction causing the chemicals to heat up and off gas into the air. The chemicals were never unstable, but were superheated.
The chemicals identified were: Cyclo Aliphathic resin, Boron trifluoride, and Ancamine.
Symptoms from employees who reported feeling ill were chest pains, asthma, dizziness, nausea and vomiting.
Monrovia was able to avail itself of many of the local resources in the area including fire mutual aid, Health HazMat and AQMD and it is business as usual here.
Some pictures: http://goo.gl/dDjZCi
Source: City of Monrovia
- Brad Haugaard
More on Monrovia Hazardous Waste Spill
150 people have been sickened from a chemical spill near Railroad Ave. http://goo.gl/as2Se8
Hazmat investigating.
- Brad Haugaard
Hazmat investigating.
- Brad Haugaard
Gold Line Freeway Bridge is First Artist-Designed Transit Bridge
The Gold Line Construction Authority reports that, for California, the freeway bridge at Santa Anita Avenue is the first ever artist-designed transit bridge and the largest, single public art/transit infrastructure project.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Help Monrovia Area Vets
The Monrovia VFW (825 S. Magnolia) will hold a barbecue fundraiser dinner to help local homeless, elderly and needy vets, this Friday, Dec. 13 starting at 11 a.m. $10. RSVP to Brian Hanley at 234-0489. With radio host Bryan Suits of "The Dark Secret Place."
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: No Bomb; Stolen Trailer; Backing Car into Neighbor's House; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for Dec. 5-8. - Brad Haugaard]
Following are the weekend's highlighted issues and events.
Suspicious Package
December 5 at 8:33 a.m., an employee of the Wells Fargo Bank in the 500 block of South Myrtle arrived at the bank and noticed a "stuffed" backpack placed directly in front of the main glass doors. He waited about ten minutes and then called police. Officers arrived, saw the package and began locking down the area. About ten minutes later, an Asian male subject walked up to the officers and told them it was his backpack. The subject was identified and computer checks indicated he was on probation for Arson. The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Bomb Squad was called for safety purposes and they x-rayed the backpack - no explosive device was identified. The call was cleared without incident.
Fraud - Suspect Arrested
December 5 at 11:00 a.m., officers contacted a female subject in the police lobby wanting to report she was the victim of fraud. In questioning the female, her story changed and she admitted to withdrawing the money herself, and to being the one who used her credit card at a number of locations. She was determined to be under the influence of a controlled substance and was arrested.
While conducting a property check of her belongings, she was found to have a personal check hidden in her shoe. It turned out to be a stolen check that was unreported. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
December 6 at 6:23 a.m., a vehicle trailer was taken from a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain. It was taken sometime between 3:30 p.m. on December 5 and 6:00 a.m. on December 6. The trailer was secured with a chain and lock. The suspect(s) cut the gate lock to enter the business property, hitched up the trailer, and drove off with it.
The vehicle trailer was recovered by the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Industry Station on the morning of December 7 in the 2000 block of Workman Mill Road. The property that was in the trailer had been removed. The investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
December 7 at 3:41 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of East Evergreen regarding a residential burglary. The resident left the location at 11:30 a.m. When the resident returned home at 3:30 p.m., they noticed the window on the side door had a hole punched near the handle. It appears the suspect(s) reached in and unlocked the door to gain entry. The master bedroom was ransacked; cash and jewelry was taken. The investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence Traffic Collision - Suspect Arrested
December 7 at 5:21 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of Parker reported a neighbor had just driven into her house. The driver is an elderly female. She was backing up and somehow struck her neighbors house. The driver sustained only a small scratch and was treated by Monrovia Fire Department paramedics. After investigation, the driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested. A building inspector responded to check the integrity of the house.
Warrant - Suspect Arrested
December 8 at 4:49 p.m., a female subject called police and reported a family member she had just seen at a business in the 700 block of East Huntington that was a reported juvenile runaway. Police obtained a description and located the subject at the business. He was arrested for a no-bail juvenile warrant out of San Bernardino. The San Bernardino Sheriff's Department was contacted and they responded to pick up the male juvenile.
Following are the weekend's highlighted issues and events.
Suspicious Package
December 5 at 8:33 a.m., an employee of the Wells Fargo Bank in the 500 block of South Myrtle arrived at the bank and noticed a "stuffed" backpack placed directly in front of the main glass doors. He waited about ten minutes and then called police. Officers arrived, saw the package and began locking down the area. About ten minutes later, an Asian male subject walked up to the officers and told them it was his backpack. The subject was identified and computer checks indicated he was on probation for Arson. The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Bomb Squad was called for safety purposes and they x-rayed the backpack - no explosive device was identified. The call was cleared without incident.
Fraud - Suspect Arrested
December 5 at 11:00 a.m., officers contacted a female subject in the police lobby wanting to report she was the victim of fraud. In questioning the female, her story changed and she admitted to withdrawing the money herself, and to being the one who used her credit card at a number of locations. She was determined to be under the influence of a controlled substance and was arrested.
While conducting a property check of her belongings, she was found to have a personal check hidden in her shoe. It turned out to be a stolen check that was unreported. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
December 6 at 6:23 a.m., a vehicle trailer was taken from a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain. It was taken sometime between 3:30 p.m. on December 5 and 6:00 a.m. on December 6. The trailer was secured with a chain and lock. The suspect(s) cut the gate lock to enter the business property, hitched up the trailer, and drove off with it.
The vehicle trailer was recovered by the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Industry Station on the morning of December 7 in the 2000 block of Workman Mill Road. The property that was in the trailer had been removed. The investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
December 7 at 3:41 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of East Evergreen regarding a residential burglary. The resident left the location at 11:30 a.m. When the resident returned home at 3:30 p.m., they noticed the window on the side door had a hole punched near the handle. It appears the suspect(s) reached in and unlocked the door to gain entry. The master bedroom was ransacked; cash and jewelry was taken. The investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence Traffic Collision - Suspect Arrested
December 7 at 5:21 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of Parker reported a neighbor had just driven into her house. The driver is an elderly female. She was backing up and somehow struck her neighbors house. The driver sustained only a small scratch and was treated by Monrovia Fire Department paramedics. After investigation, the driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested. A building inspector responded to check the integrity of the house.
Warrant - Suspect Arrested
December 8 at 4:49 p.m., a female subject called police and reported a family member she had just seen at a business in the 700 block of East Huntington that was a reported juvenile runaway. Police obtained a description and located the subject at the business. He was arrested for a no-bail juvenile warrant out of San Bernardino. The San Bernardino Sheriff's Department was contacted and they responded to pick up the male juvenile.
Hazardous Waste Spill in Monrovia
The Monrovia Fire Department has issued a Shelter in Place order for all residents and employees in the Railroad Avenue area due to a hazmat spill at 146 Railroad Avenue. HazMat crews are currently on scene to identify the unknown chemical off gassing into the area and treat patients feeling ill.
More as I get it.
Source: City of Monrovia
- Brad Haugaard
More as I get it.
Source: City of Monrovia
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's Eight-Foot-Tall Christmas Flamingos
There is a flock of flamingos on the 300 block of North AltaVista. That's the block just north of Hillcrest. Nancy Matthews writes: "There are 19 up so far and we have another 6 or 7 in production. There will be a flamingo on nearly EVERY house on our block (and you'll see a couple on Hillcrest, Scenic and Heather Heights as well)."
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia School Board to Reorganize
At its Dec. 11, 7 p.m. board meeting (agenda: http://goo.gl/RVxOQo ) the Monrovia School Board will, among other things ...
- Reorganize. In other words, decide what office each board member will take, like who'll be board president, VP, and so forth. I'm guessing current VP, Alex Zucco, will become president. This is before the regular meeting, at 6:15 p.m. http://goo.gl/9PF5ay
- Consider nominating board member Alex Zucco as a candidate for the California School Boards Association: http://goo.gl/HzTYUq
- Have a study session at 6:30 p.m. to "receive initial plans for development of the 2015-2020 Strategic Plan and Local Control Accountability Plan."
- Review a report on whether the district can meet its financial obligations over the next three years. Short answer: yes. Long answer: http://goo.gl/Sv6eVo
- Brad Haugaard
- Reorganize. In other words, decide what office each board member will take, like who'll be board president, VP, and so forth. I'm guessing current VP, Alex Zucco, will become president. This is before the regular meeting, at 6:15 p.m. http://goo.gl/9PF5ay
- Consider nominating board member Alex Zucco as a candidate for the California School Boards Association: http://goo.gl/HzTYUq
- Have a study session at 6:30 p.m. to "receive initial plans for development of the 2015-2020 Strategic Plan and Local Control Accountability Plan."
- Review a report on whether the district can meet its financial obligations over the next three years. Short answer: yes. Long answer: http://goo.gl/Sv6eVo
- Brad Haugaard
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