25-year-old Glendale man apparently kills himself. He was a "person of interest" in a fire at a Monrovia warehouse that apparently contained valuable cars. (I believe this is the fire on Chestnut just west of Magnolia). http://goo.gl/wntcHx
- Brad Haugaard
Woman of Year Nominations Open
Assemblymember Chris Holden is seeking nominations for the 41st Assembly District's "Woman of Distinction." Nominations, due by Jan. 15, are open to all women who live or work in Monrovia or the rest of the district. No self-nominations. For more information, contact Alex Zucco at Alex.Zucco@asm.ca.gov or 626-351-1917. Source: press release
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Fire Damages Building on Chestnut
Fire damaged a light industrial building on Chestnut, just west of the VFW on the corner of Magnolia. Apparently last night.
- Brad Haugaard
Power Outage Last Night
Power outage 3:45 this morning in neighborhood of Colorado & Magnolia. Lasted abt 15 minutes. Heard siren, but no details. Thanks for the tip, Doran.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at WaBa Grill
Dinner recently at WaBa Grill, in the Pavilions shopping center at Myrtle and Foothill, where the old Subway used to be. This is rice bowl kind of place, very much like Flame Broiler. I got a chicken and veggie bowl ($6.75) and a drink ($1.80). It was good. And Merry Christmas, by the way!
- Brad Haugaard
Water Cascade in North Monrovia
Hundreds if not thousands of gallons of water are cascading down Ridgeside and along Canyon. Police and Fire have the road blocked off.
UPDATE: Water has slowed to a trickle. Apparently it was a water main that broke. I suspect some folks up there will be without water for a bit.
- Brad Haugaard
Merry Christmas, Monrovia!
Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and you shall call him his name Immanuel. - Isaiah 7:14
Happy Holy Day!
- Brad Haugaard
Happy Holy Day!
- Brad Haugaard
Rain and Gusty Winds Possible
National Weather Service reports: "A cold Pacific disturbance is expected to bring rain and low elevation snow and gusty northerly winds to southwestern California Thursday into Friday. Moderate to strong Santa Ana winds are possible Friday night and Saturday as high pressure builds into the Great Basin." http://goo.gl/9XMV6l
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
More Citrus College Students Transfer to Four-Year State Schools
The number of Citrus College students transferring into University of California schools has increased by more than 30 percent from the 2013-2014 academic year. 131 students during the 2014-2015 academic year. Also, 693 students transferred to the California State University system, an increase of nearly 20 percent from the previous year. Citrus College serves the Monrovia area. Source: Press release
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
4th Dimension; City Hall Landscaping; New Year's Eve; Honor a Vet; Etc.
In his weekly report, City Manager Oliver Chi wrote that ...
- There will be a study session about the proposed 4th Dimension/Community Center project on Jan. 7 at 7 p.m., at the Library Community Room. (The City Council Chambers will be under renovation then.)
- Orchard Supply Hardware (OSH), "is moving full speed ahead to open their new store soon." It'll be at 725 W. Huntington (next to PetsMart).
- The city has finished installing drought-tolerant landscaping at City Hall. 20 drought-tolerant plant species on display. Next it will install a work of "kinetic art." I think that means it moves.
- State of the City speach is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 8 at the Krikorian Premiere Theater.
- New Year's Eve party on Myrtle in Old Town on Dec. 31, starting at 7 p.m. A live band, Night Owl, plus beer and wine garden. Merchants and restaurants will be open.
- For November, Monrovia's water consumption was down 22% compared to November 2013. Not quite the target of 28%, but Chi said "conservation is much more difficult during the winter months," so the city is still "excited that the trend of saving water in Monrovia has continued."
- Assembly Member Chris Holden wants nominations for the 41st Assembly District's 2016 Veteran of the Year. Vet must reside or perform community service within the 41st Assembly District (That includes Monrovia). For more information, contact Matthew Lyons at Matthew.Lyons@asm.ca.gov or (909) 624-7876.
- A team of Monrovia Area Partnership volunteers provided drought-tolerant landscaping at the homes of two senior citizens during a work party on Dec. 12.
- Brad Haugaard
- There will be a study session about the proposed 4th Dimension/Community Center project on Jan. 7 at 7 p.m., at the Library Community Room. (The City Council Chambers will be under renovation then.)
- Orchard Supply Hardware (OSH), "is moving full speed ahead to open their new store soon." It'll be at 725 W. Huntington (next to PetsMart).
- The city has finished installing drought-tolerant landscaping at City Hall. 20 drought-tolerant plant species on display. Next it will install a work of "kinetic art." I think that means it moves.
- State of the City speach is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 8 at the Krikorian Premiere Theater.
- New Year's Eve party on Myrtle in Old Town on Dec. 31, starting at 7 p.m. A live band, Night Owl, plus beer and wine garden. Merchants and restaurants will be open.
- For November, Monrovia's water consumption was down 22% compared to November 2013. Not quite the target of 28%, but Chi said "conservation is much more difficult during the winter months," so the city is still "excited that the trend of saving water in Monrovia has continued."
- Assembly Member Chris Holden wants nominations for the 41st Assembly District's 2016 Veteran of the Year. Vet must reside or perform community service within the 41st Assembly District (That includes Monrovia). For more information, contact Matthew Lyons at Matthew.Lyons@asm.ca.gov or (909) 624-7876.
- A team of Monrovia Area Partnership volunteers provided drought-tolerant landscaping at the homes of two senior citizens during a work party on Dec. 12.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Christmas Decoration Winners
- Best Still Display – 309 North Madison Avenue
- Best Outdoor Display – 541 Valmont Drive
- Best Window Display – 208 South Mayflower Avenue
- Most Effective Use Of Lighting – 380 Norumbega Drive
- Best Decorated Outdoor Tree – 308 West Lemon Avenue
- Best Neighborhood Effort – Valmont Drive & Place
- Snowman Award – 632 Terrado Drive
- Children’s Choice Award – 333 Norumbega Drive
- Santa’s Workshop Award – 639 Parker Avenue
- Holiday Spirit Award – 550 South Park Rose Avenue
- Judges Award – 2500 Block of Rochelle Avenue
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Rotary Provides Shopping Spree For Local Children
For the fourth consecutive year the Monrovia Rotary Club has provided clothing and a toy to children referred by a local service provider. Dr. Sylvia Domotor, founder and chairperson of the event, said 65 children, many victims of or witnesses to domestic violence or drug abuse, were the beneficiaries of a department store shopping spree, likely providing them with the only gifts they will receive this Christmas. Each was chaperoned through Kohl's by one of 47 student volunteers from the Interact and Renaissance clubs at Monrovia High and by students from Kaizen martial arts. The event was paid for by year-long donations from members of the Monrovia Rotary Club. The sales at Kohl's generated a substantial gift card bonus which will be donated to Monrovia Public Schools.
Monrovia Rotary Club welcomes visitors and seeks service-minded individuals to join its membership. The club meets Tuesdays at noon at the Monrovian Restaurant on Myrtle Avenue. More information and a link to RSVP for a meeting at www.monroviarotaryclub.com
Source: press release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Rotary Club welcomes visitors and seeks service-minded individuals to join its membership. The club meets Tuesdays at noon at the Monrovian Restaurant on Myrtle Avenue. More information and a link to RSVP for a meeting at www.monroviarotaryclub.com
Source: press release
- Brad Haugaard
Early Morning Power Outage in Monrovia
A little blackout hit Monrovia about 5:40 this morning. Power at the Pavilions center was out, but came back on within a few minutes (I watched). Southern California Edison says it is analyzing the problem and should have it fixed by 3 p.m. but looks like everything is working now. https://goo.gl/o4X32G
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Rain Tonight, Tomorrow | Bicycle Plan for Monrovia
~ 80% chance of rain tonight, 70% tomorrow. http://goo.gl/VnR5SB
~ Here is a survey about bicycle conditions in Monrovia for riders and non-riders to help the city complete its bicycle master plan. Here
- Brad Haugaard
~ Here is a survey about bicycle conditions in Monrovia for riders and non-riders to help the city complete its bicycle master plan. Here
- Brad Haugaard
Nominees Wanted For Small Business Of The Year
Assemblymember Chris Holden wants nominations for the 41st Assembly District "2016 Small Business of the Year." A business may be nominated by any business owner or resident and/or municipal and chamber of commerce staff within the 41st Assembly District (NO self-nominations). For more information, contact Matthew Lyons at Matthew.Lyons@asm.ca.gov or 909-624-7876.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: 16 Victims of BB Gun Window Breaker; Checking Out Mailboxes; Vehicle Theft; Burglaries
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for December 17-20. - Brad Haugaard]
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Vehicle Burglary
On December 17 at 9:51 a.m., an officer responded to a business in the 900 block of West Huntington reporting a vehicle burglary. The victim parked his vehicle in the parking lot last night and returned this morning to find the rear passenger window smashed. The suspects did not take anything from the vehicle. The vehicle was parked outside of the hotel. The investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
On December 17 at 11:51 a.m., an officer responded to the 700 block of South Magnolia regarding a residential burglary. The victim left his residence unsecured at 11:15 a.m. and returned home at noon. When the victim entered his residence, he observed his computer was missing. When he looked into his room, he saw his bedroom window was pushed open and his jewelry was missing. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
On December 17 at 6:49 p.m., a resident called to report his vehicle was stolen from the 200 block of West Cherry. The victim parked his vehicle in from of his residence at 9:15 a.m. He returned to his vehicle at 6:35 p.m. and discovered it missing. The vehicle is described as a silver, Toyota, Rav. The investigation is continuing.
Vandalism – Suspects Arrested
On December 19 at 10:45 a.m., officers responded to several calls over the past couple of days of unknown suspect(s) using a BB-gun to shoot out vehicle’s windows in the cities of Monrovia & Arcadia. Monrovia Police Department has identified at least 16 confirmed victims. During one of the incidents in Arcadia, a witness wrote down the suspect vehicle license plate and was reported to the Arcadia Police Department. The registered owner of the suspect vehicle is a Monrovia resident. Officers from Monrovia and Arcadia Police Department went to the registered owners address in an attempt to identify the vandalism suspect(s). A subsequent investigation resulted in the arrest of two juvenile suspects. After the booking process, the two juveniles were released to their parents on citations. The parents were very cooperative during the investigation and assisted Monrovia Police Department in recovering the BB-gun used during the vandalisms. One additional suspect was identified. He is an adult and charges will be submitted to the District Attorney for review. The investigation is continuing.
Forgery / Mail Tampering / Warrant – Suspects Arrested
On December 19 at 11:10 a.m., dispatch received a telephone call regarding a male and female suspect walking south in the 1600 block of California, while looking through mailboxes. An officer responded to the location and detained both suspects. A computer check revealed one of the suspects had an outstanding warrant and was placed under arrest. A subsequent investigation revealed the suspects to be in possession of stolen mail, including a stolen check, which they intended to fraudulently cash. Both suspects were arrested and transported to the Monrovia Jail for booking.
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Vehicle Burglary
On December 17 at 9:51 a.m., an officer responded to a business in the 900 block of West Huntington reporting a vehicle burglary. The victim parked his vehicle in the parking lot last night and returned this morning to find the rear passenger window smashed. The suspects did not take anything from the vehicle. The vehicle was parked outside of the hotel. The investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
On December 17 at 11:51 a.m., an officer responded to the 700 block of South Magnolia regarding a residential burglary. The victim left his residence unsecured at 11:15 a.m. and returned home at noon. When the victim entered his residence, he observed his computer was missing. When he looked into his room, he saw his bedroom window was pushed open and his jewelry was missing. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
On December 17 at 6:49 p.m., a resident called to report his vehicle was stolen from the 200 block of West Cherry. The victim parked his vehicle in from of his residence at 9:15 a.m. He returned to his vehicle at 6:35 p.m. and discovered it missing. The vehicle is described as a silver, Toyota, Rav. The investigation is continuing.
Vandalism – Suspects Arrested
On December 19 at 10:45 a.m., officers responded to several calls over the past couple of days of unknown suspect(s) using a BB-gun to shoot out vehicle’s windows in the cities of Monrovia & Arcadia. Monrovia Police Department has identified at least 16 confirmed victims. During one of the incidents in Arcadia, a witness wrote down the suspect vehicle license plate and was reported to the Arcadia Police Department. The registered owner of the suspect vehicle is a Monrovia resident. Officers from Monrovia and Arcadia Police Department went to the registered owners address in an attempt to identify the vandalism suspect(s). A subsequent investigation resulted in the arrest of two juvenile suspects. After the booking process, the two juveniles were released to their parents on citations. The parents were very cooperative during the investigation and assisted Monrovia Police Department in recovering the BB-gun used during the vandalisms. One additional suspect was identified. He is an adult and charges will be submitted to the District Attorney for review. The investigation is continuing.
Forgery / Mail Tampering / Warrant – Suspects Arrested
On December 19 at 11:10 a.m., dispatch received a telephone call regarding a male and female suspect walking south in the 1600 block of California, while looking through mailboxes. An officer responded to the location and detained both suspects. A computer check revealed one of the suspects had an outstanding warrant and was placed under arrest. A subsequent investigation revealed the suspects to be in possession of stolen mail, including a stolen check, which they intended to fraudulently cash. Both suspects were arrested and transported to the Monrovia Jail for booking.
Christmas Light Street in Monrovia
The folks on Valmont Drive have done it again. It's like driving through a tunnel of lights. Well worth the drive. Go north on Norumbega and keep an eye out to your left. You should see the street.
Monrovia's Clifton School Wins Up To $100,000 | High Chance of Rain
~ Monrovia School Board member Alex Zucco reports that Clifton Middle School has been named one of five winners of the "Fab School Labs" contest, which means it will receive a grant of up to $100,000 to create a dream laboratory.
~ 80% chance of rain today. Hmm. Doesn't look like it at the moment. http://goo.gl/VnR5SB
- Brad Haugaard
~ 80% chance of rain today. Hmm. Doesn't look like it at the moment. http://goo.gl/VnR5SB
- Brad Haugaard
Citrus College Gets Clean Audit Report
Citrus College, which serves Monrovia, reported that it has once again received an unmodified ("clean") audit opinion by independent auditors indicating that the institution's financial data is fairly stated in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Source: press release
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Jimmy John's
Had dinner last night at the new Jimmy John's sandwich shop in the Huntington Oaks Shopping Center, on Huntington Drive. Got the Hunters Club (roast beef and provolone) sandwich for $7.99, and an ice tea for a $1.89. A good sandwich and polite and prompt service.
- Brad Haugaard
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