60% chance of showers this coming Thursday. https://goo.gl/0qMTb8
- Brad Haugaard
Are Monrovia City Council Members 'Puppets'?
Monrovia Council Member Alexander Blackburn said some "private interests" see council members as "simpleton puppets" swayed by "flattery and sycophantic awards." That approach, he said, is often successful and that the council needs to watch out for that. http://goo.gl/rLm8UA
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Four Monrovia Schools Named As 'Gold Ribbon Elementary Schools'
Monrovia School Board Member Alex Zucco reports that the California Department of Education has named Bradoaks, Mayflower, Monroe and Wildrose as Gold Ribbon Elementary Schools. "And," she adds, "with all the great things happening at Plymouth, we know they won't be far behind."
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Taxes And The Artist Workshop
Feb. 13, this Saturday, from 10 a.m. to noon, "Taxes and the Artist" Workshop at Monrovia Community Center. Details: http://goo.gl/UzSglO
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Should Monrovia Return to Being a Non-Elected-Mayor City?
I did not get to the State of the City speech by Mayor Tom Adams the other night, but according to Facebook postings, Adams suggested the city return to the old system of just having the City Council select the mayor from among by themselves, which generally (not always) turns out to be a simple rotation.
Comment: As a former reporter I have attended many council meetings in several local cities that are roughly Monrovia's size (Arcadia, Temple City, San Marino, Alhambra, La Verne), and all these cities have (or, perhaps, had) the system Adams is proposing, and I never noticed any real difference between how they were run and how Monrovia is run. I think the elected-mayor system is really better for larger cities, but seems harmless in smaller cities. My one thought is that Monrovia should just do whichever is cheaper.
- Brad Haugaard
Comment: As a former reporter I have attended many council meetings in several local cities that are roughly Monrovia's size (Arcadia, Temple City, San Marino, Alhambra, La Verne), and all these cities have (or, perhaps, had) the system Adams is proposing, and I never noticed any real difference between how they were run and how Monrovia is run. I think the elected-mayor system is really better for larger cities, but seems harmless in smaller cities. My one thought is that Monrovia should just do whichever is cheaper.
- Brad Haugaard
Free Film and Aging Resources Information
There will be a free screening "Inside Out," the 2015 Academy Award Nominated Best Animated Film from Disney Pixar, on Saturday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Monrovia Library. Light refreshments and information about aging resources. This is a multi-generational event for baby boomers, friends and family. For free tickets call 205-4308 or email movie@monroviaproviders.org. Presented by Monrovia Providers Group, Foothills Resources for the Aging. More information at http://www.monroviaproviders.org
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Yard Sale at Monrovia's Mountainside Communion Church
This Saturday, Feb. 13, Mountainside Communion Church (at the corner of Colorado and Magnolia), will host a yard sale to help raise funds for its annual retreat. The sale will be in the church parking lot at 303 W Colorado, Monrovia CA from 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Housing Opportunity for Low Income Monrovians
San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity is seeking low-income, first-time home buyers, currently living in crowded or substandard housing conditions who are willing to contribute a minimum of 500 hours of Sweat Equity in building their home and the homes of their future neighbors.
Application forms will be available at four informational meetings at the Glendale Recreation Center, 201 E. Colorado St., Glendale, CA 91205:
● Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 7 p.m.
● Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 10 a.m.
● Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 7 p.m.
● Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 10 a.m.
There is no charge for attending. At the information meetings, individuals will learn how to apply to become a Habitat for Humanity Partner Family. City and Habitat representatives will explain all aspects of the application process. Attendees will learn about qualification guidelines and what will be expected of families chosen to become a Habitat Partner Family.
SGV Habitat has completed 37 affordable homes in Glendale and has served the community for 26 years by building and repairing affordable homes for low-income families.
For questions about qualifications, meeting dates, and SGV Habitat for Humanity, please go to www.sgvhabitat.org or contact Marty McBride, Family Services Coordinator: (626) 387-6899 x25 or familyservices@sgvhabitat.org. If you would like to discuss further outreach options, contact Lindsey Lottie, Marketing & PR Manager: marketing@sgvhabitat.org or (626) 387-6899 x18.
Application forms will be available at four informational meetings at the Glendale Recreation Center, 201 E. Colorado St., Glendale, CA 91205:
● Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 7 p.m.
● Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 10 a.m.
● Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 7 p.m.
● Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 10 a.m.
There is no charge for attending. At the information meetings, individuals will learn how to apply to become a Habitat for Humanity Partner Family. City and Habitat representatives will explain all aspects of the application process. Attendees will learn about qualification guidelines and what will be expected of families chosen to become a Habitat Partner Family.
SGV Habitat has completed 37 affordable homes in Glendale and has served the community for 26 years by building and repairing affordable homes for low-income families.
For questions about qualifications, meeting dates, and SGV Habitat for Humanity, please go to www.sgvhabitat.org or contact Marty McBride, Family Services Coordinator: (626) 387-6899 x25 or familyservices@sgvhabitat.org. If you would like to discuss further outreach options, contact Lindsey Lottie, Marketing & PR Manager: marketing@sgvhabitat.org or (626) 387-6899 x18.
Monrovia Eye Lens Company Partners With Swedish Company
Monrovia's STAAR Surgical Company, which makes implantable lenses and delivery systems for the eye, will provide Memira Holding, of Sweden with STAAR's phakic intraocular lenses as a primary and premium option for refractive eye treatment. Memira is the largest refractive eye surgery provider in Scandinavia with close to 50 clinics. http://goo.gl/yNDl9w
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Residents Raising Funds For Second Monrovia Historic District
Residents of the 100 and 200 blocks of North Encinitas are close to submitting an application for historic district status, the second such district in Monrovia. They're trying to raise $11,153 for the application. Those who would like to contribute can do so here: http://www.gofundme.com/savingourblock
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Park Bench Honors Monrovia Rotary Member | New Art Show
~ The Rotary Club of Monrovia has funded a park bench at Rotary Park, at California and Lime, dedicated to Bill Faith, a long-time member of the club. http://goo.gl/CkYitk
~ A new art exhibition at Saga Fine Art (110 W. Lime) features "representational art by contemporary masters." Featuring works by Lynne Fearman, Felice Hrovat, and Laura Wambsgans. Show runs from Feb. 9 - March 18. http://goo.gl/0hrvPr
- Brad Haugaard
~ A new art exhibition at Saga Fine Art (110 W. Lime) features "representational art by contemporary masters." Featuring works by Lynne Fearman, Felice Hrovat, and Laura Wambsgans. Show runs from Feb. 9 - March 18. http://goo.gl/0hrvPr
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Hiding in the Bushes; Controlled Substances
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for February 4-7. - Brad Haugaard]
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Park Closure Violation – Suspect Arrested
February 4 at 11:19 p.m., officers were using the services of the Foothill Air Support Team helicopter on a call and requested they check the roof of the Library in the 300 block of South Myrtle on their way out of the city. During the check, a subject was spotted in the bushes at the park. Officers responded to the park and located a subject sleeping in the bushes. They arrested the subject for being in the park during closed hours and he received a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Driving Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
February 7 at 7:28 p.m., an officer on patrol stopped a vehicle for a vehicle code violation at Myrtle and Duarte. During the investigation, the officer determined the driver was under the influence of marijuana. The driver was arrested and later released on a citation to appear in court.
Park Closure Violation/Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
February 7 at 11:41 p.m., an officer was patrolling a park in the 600 block of South Shamrock and found a subject in the park after hours. During the investigation, the officer discovered the subject was also in possession of a controlled substance. The subject was arrested for the charges and was later released on a citation to appear in court.
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Park Closure Violation – Suspect Arrested
February 4 at 11:19 p.m., officers were using the services of the Foothill Air Support Team helicopter on a call and requested they check the roof of the Library in the 300 block of South Myrtle on their way out of the city. During the check, a subject was spotted in the bushes at the park. Officers responded to the park and located a subject sleeping in the bushes. They arrested the subject for being in the park during closed hours and he received a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Driving Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
February 7 at 7:28 p.m., an officer on patrol stopped a vehicle for a vehicle code violation at Myrtle and Duarte. During the investigation, the officer determined the driver was under the influence of marijuana. The driver was arrested and later released on a citation to appear in court.
Park Closure Violation/Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
February 7 at 11:41 p.m., an officer was patrolling a park in the 600 block of South Shamrock and found a subject in the park after hours. During the investigation, the officer discovered the subject was also in possession of a controlled substance. The subject was arrested for the charges and was later released on a citation to appear in court.
Achievement at Monrovia High, Etc.
At its next meeting (agenda here ), the Monrovia School Board will, among other things ...
- Hold a study session to discuss student achievement at Monrovia High.
- Congratulate: Clifton student, Jayden Delgado, as a recipient of the Association of California School Administrators' (ACSA's) Every Student Succeeding Award; Bradoaks Principal Aimee Dyrek as ACSA's Region XV Promising Administrator of the Year; Wild Rose Principal Stacy Ayers as the recipient of ACSA's Region XV Charter Leadership Award; and the cast and staff of "Professional Productions for the Community" for its production of Hairspray.
- Brad Haugaard
- Hold a study session to discuss student achievement at Monrovia High.
- Congratulate: Clifton student, Jayden Delgado, as a recipient of the Association of California School Administrators' (ACSA's) Every Student Succeeding Award; Bradoaks Principal Aimee Dyrek as ACSA's Region XV Promising Administrator of the Year; Wild Rose Principal Stacy Ayers as the recipient of ACSA's Region XV Charter Leadership Award; and the cast and staff of "Professional Productions for the Community" for its production of Hairspray.
- Brad Haugaard
Careful With Metallic Balloons!
With Valentine's Day coming up, Southern California Edison wants to remind everyone to hold on to their metallic balloons. Make sure they "are always tied to a weight - as required by California law - and to never release them outdoors because of the thousands of customers left without power when the metallic balloons float into power lines and other electrical equipment." http://goo.gl/kb4BqH
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Citation for Shoplifting; Wrong-Way Driver; Men and Women Fighting; Stolen Mail; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for February 1-3. - Brad Haugaard]
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 346 service events, resulting in 72 investigations.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 10:22 a.m., loss prevention from a business in the 500 block of West Huntington phoned police to report a male subject that had left the store without paying for merchandise he had concealed. Officers arrived and detained the suspect, who admitted to the theft. The suspect was arrested and issued a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 2:41 p.m., a caller reported a male and female fighting in a vehicle parked in the 300 block of Genoa Street. When officers arrived, the male and female had separated. They admitted to arguing over personal matters while sitting in the vehicle. During the argument, the female had slapped the male subject twice in the face. The male subject then punched the female in the face and body. The female sustained a large contusion above her right eye and possibly a broken nose. She was taken to the hospital for treatment. The male subject was arrested for domestic violence and taken into custody.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 7:43 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the 1600 block of South Mountain and observed a vehicle traveling the wrong way on a one-way street. The officer stopped the vehicle for the violation. The investigation revealed the subject was driving on a suspended license and had several outstanding warrants for his arrest. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 10:09 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 600 block of South Myrtle on the report of a traffic collision. The occupants of the vehicle are boyfriend and girlfriend. They were involved in a verbal argument that escalated into a physical altercation in the backseat of the vehicle. During the altercation, the vehicle rolled back and struck the curb. The male subject was determined to be the primary aggressor. He was arrested for domestic violence and taken into custody.
Traffic Collision
February 2 at 1:56 a.m., officers responded to the area of Magnolia and Cypress on a solo vehicle traffic collision. The driver was traveling south on Magnolia, made a right turn onto Cypress and lost control of her vehicle. She collided into a parked vehicle, continued on and then struck a curb, where the vehicle came to rest.
Commercial Burglary
February 2 at 2:36 a.m., police received a report of an alarm activation at a business in the 900 block of West Duarte Road. An unknown suspect threw a rock through the front glass door to gain entry. The location was ransacked, but no loss could be determined. The investigation is continuing.
Trespassing/Possession of Stolen Property – Suspect Arrested
February 2 at 2:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of South Mountain regarding a subject found sleeping in a vacant home. Officers responded and located the subject, who was found to be in possession of stolen property. The owner of the residence desired prosecution for trespassing, and the suspect was arrested. Further investigation revealed the property he was in possession of was stolen from a business in Duarte. The suspect was identified by store clerks in a photo lineup. Additionally, the suspect was found to be on active felony parole. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Mail Theft
February 2 at 10:32 p.m., an incident of mail theft was reported in the 200 block of West Walnut. A Monrovia resident received a phone call from the Glendora Police Department reporting they had two suspects in custody that were in possession of the resident’s mail. The resident then contacted her property manager, who told her he had reported the mail theft earlier that day to the Monrovia Postal Inspector, but didn't report the theft to police. Apparently, the suspects broke into the back door of the apartment complex mailboxes and stole mail. The officer took a mail theft report from the resident and forwarded the report to the Glendora Police Department.
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 346 service events, resulting in 72 investigations.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 10:22 a.m., loss prevention from a business in the 500 block of West Huntington phoned police to report a male subject that had left the store without paying for merchandise he had concealed. Officers arrived and detained the suspect, who admitted to the theft. The suspect was arrested and issued a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 2:41 p.m., a caller reported a male and female fighting in a vehicle parked in the 300 block of Genoa Street. When officers arrived, the male and female had separated. They admitted to arguing over personal matters while sitting in the vehicle. During the argument, the female had slapped the male subject twice in the face. The male subject then punched the female in the face and body. The female sustained a large contusion above her right eye and possibly a broken nose. She was taken to the hospital for treatment. The male subject was arrested for domestic violence and taken into custody.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 7:43 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the 1600 block of South Mountain and observed a vehicle traveling the wrong way on a one-way street. The officer stopped the vehicle for the violation. The investigation revealed the subject was driving on a suspended license and had several outstanding warrants for his arrest. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
February 1 at 10:09 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 600 block of South Myrtle on the report of a traffic collision. The occupants of the vehicle are boyfriend and girlfriend. They were involved in a verbal argument that escalated into a physical altercation in the backseat of the vehicle. During the altercation, the vehicle rolled back and struck the curb. The male subject was determined to be the primary aggressor. He was arrested for domestic violence and taken into custody.
Traffic Collision
February 2 at 1:56 a.m., officers responded to the area of Magnolia and Cypress on a solo vehicle traffic collision. The driver was traveling south on Magnolia, made a right turn onto Cypress and lost control of her vehicle. She collided into a parked vehicle, continued on and then struck a curb, where the vehicle came to rest.
Commercial Burglary
February 2 at 2:36 a.m., police received a report of an alarm activation at a business in the 900 block of West Duarte Road. An unknown suspect threw a rock through the front glass door to gain entry. The location was ransacked, but no loss could be determined. The investigation is continuing.
Trespassing/Possession of Stolen Property – Suspect Arrested
February 2 at 2:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of South Mountain regarding a subject found sleeping in a vacant home. Officers responded and located the subject, who was found to be in possession of stolen property. The owner of the residence desired prosecution for trespassing, and the suspect was arrested. Further investigation revealed the property he was in possession of was stolen from a business in Duarte. The suspect was identified by store clerks in a photo lineup. Additionally, the suspect was found to be on active felony parole. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Mail Theft
February 2 at 10:32 p.m., an incident of mail theft was reported in the 200 block of West Walnut. A Monrovia resident received a phone call from the Glendora Police Department reporting they had two suspects in custody that were in possession of the resident’s mail. The resident then contacted her property manager, who told her he had reported the mail theft earlier that day to the Monrovia Postal Inspector, but didn't report the theft to police. Apparently, the suspects broke into the back door of the apartment complex mailboxes and stole mail. The officer took a mail theft report from the resident and forwarded the report to the Glendora Police Department.
Dinner at Kiku Sushi
Dinner recently at Kiku Sushi, at the west end of the Huntington Oaks Shopping Center on Huntington. Got a Salmon Bowl for $16,99 and a medium draft beer for $4.99. A cozy little restaurant with nice service and good food.
- Brad Haugaard
Citrus College Appoints New Dean of Students
Citrus College, which serves Monrovia, has appointed Dr. Maryann Tolano-Leveque as dean of students. Dr. Tolano-Leveque brings more than a decade of experience in higher education to Citrus College. Most recently, she served as director of the Honors Program at Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC).
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Train Depot Rehab Done This Year; Park Improvements; Slight Increase in Homeless; Compatibility; Library Workings; Rain Barrels
A few items from City Manager Oliver Chi's weekly update ( http://goo.gl/o9PIyt ):
~ Overall construction work to rehab the historic Santa Fe Depot is tentatively scheduled to be completed by late-2016.
~ A community discussion of park needs include: Restrooms at Library Park and Julian Fisher Park; Fitness Courses at Lucinda Garcia, Station Square, and Grand Avenue Park. Another meeting on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 9 a.m. at Fire Station 102.
~ The homeless count indicates a "slight increase" in the homeless in Monrovia. The city counted 14 Campers / Vans / RVs, 2 Make-Shift Shelters, 7 Individuals, 1 Car, 1 Tent.
~ The city plans to present its neighborhood compatibility proposals - along with an overview of feedback received - in a series of Study Session meetings with the City Council and the Planning Commission. Details: http://goo.gl/o9PIyt
~ Behind the scenes look at secrets of the Monrovia Public Library on Monday, Feb. 8, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Library Story Room. Hosted by the MOMS Club of Monrovia. For more information call Elizabeth Schneider, Youth Services Library Supervisor, at 256-8275, or eschneider@ci.monrovia.ca.us.
~ Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District will host a free rain barrel giveaway at Monrovia High on Saturday, Feb. 13, beginning at 8 a.m. Details: http://goo.gl/o9PIyt
- Brad Haugaard
~ Overall construction work to rehab the historic Santa Fe Depot is tentatively scheduled to be completed by late-2016.
~ A community discussion of park needs include: Restrooms at Library Park and Julian Fisher Park; Fitness Courses at Lucinda Garcia, Station Square, and Grand Avenue Park. Another meeting on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 9 a.m. at Fire Station 102.
~ The homeless count indicates a "slight increase" in the homeless in Monrovia. The city counted 14 Campers / Vans / RVs, 2 Make-Shift Shelters, 7 Individuals, 1 Car, 1 Tent.
~ The city plans to present its neighborhood compatibility proposals - along with an overview of feedback received - in a series of Study Session meetings with the City Council and the Planning Commission. Details: http://goo.gl/o9PIyt
~ Behind the scenes look at secrets of the Monrovia Public Library on Monday, Feb. 8, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Library Story Room. Hosted by the MOMS Club of Monrovia. For more information call Elizabeth Schneider, Youth Services Library Supervisor, at 256-8275, or eschneider@ci.monrovia.ca.us.
~ Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District will host a free rain barrel giveaway at Monrovia High on Saturday, Feb. 13, beginning at 8 a.m. Details: http://goo.gl/o9PIyt
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Drone Scouts in Antarctica
A hand-launched drone made by Monrovia-based AeroVironment is scouting the ice shelf ahead of the Coast Guard's Polar Star, supporting critical ice-breaking mission to resupply McMurdo Station in Antarctica. http://goo.gl/9doBWI
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
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