[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for January 23-25. - Brad Haugaard]
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 349 service events, resulting in 62 investigations.
Vehicle Burglary
January 23 at 10:20 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported at a business in the 1800 block of S. Myrtle Avenue. The wheels, tires and the back windows were stolen from a customer’s car that was left parked in the business parking lot over the weekend. The investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting
January 23 at 12:40 p.m., a shoplifter was reported at a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain Avenue. The suspect entered the business and completed a return of merchandise. The suspect continued shopping, selected a door lock set, and then approached the return counter again and attempted to return the lock for cash, but the transaction was denied. The suspect picked up the lock and left the store without paying for the merchandise. The investigation is continuing.
Non- Injury Hit & Run Traffic Collision
January 23 at 7:08 p.m., a vehicle traveling on Royal Oaks collided with a parked vehicle. The vehicle fled the scene after the collision. The investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
January 23 at 8:04 p.m., the victim of a vehicle burglary came to the police station to report his vehicle had been broken into sometime between the evening of January 22 and the evening of January 23. The vehicle was parked in a parking structure in the 100 block of W. Colorado and was secured. Miscellaneous items were taken from the vehicle. The investigation is continuing.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
January 23 at 8:55 p.m., a female subject came to the police station lobby to report she had been in a physical fight with her husband. The victim stated her husband choked her and threw her to the ground. She complained of pain and had visible redness around her throat. Paramedics responded and took her to a hospital for evaluation. The husband was contacted and came to the station to provide a statement. He was then arrested for domestic violence.
Residential Burglary
January 24 at 1:00 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of Norumbega Drive called police to report his home had been burglarized. He had been away from his home and when he returned, he found that someone had forced entry into a side door and ransacked the second story. The loss is undetermined and the investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
January 24 at 10:51 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a business at Myrtle and Lime regarding a subject causing a disturbance. The caller said the female subject appeared intoxicated. Officers arrived as the female subject was driving away from the store. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was determined to be under the influence of alcohol. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft Auto
January 25 at 7:21 a.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from the 1600 block of Pilgrim way. The victim parked and locked his car in front of his home on January 24 at 5:30 p.m. When he returned to the vehicle in the morning, he found it was missing. The investigation is continuing.
Commercial Burglary
January 25 at 11:04 a.m., officers responded to a commercial burglary reported in the 500 block of W. Duarte Road. The suspects forced entry into the business and stole a bicycle and cash. The investigation is continuing.
Injury Traffic Collision
January 25 at 11:38 a.m., a driver was traveling north on Canyon, approaching Lime, when a driver traveling east on Lime pulled out in front of the northbound vehicle and they collided in the intersection. One of the drivers involved sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Grand Theft Auto Recovered – Suspects Arrested
January 25 at 12:07 p.m., officers located a stolen vehicle heading south on Myrtle and conducted a traffic stop at Chestnut. Three occupants were arrested and taken into custody. The vehicle belonged to a rental company in Las Vegas and was reported stolen after the renter failed to return the vehicle on the agreed date. The investigation is being turned over to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department.
Residential Burglary
January 25 at 8:48 p.m., officers responded to a residential burglary in the 800 block of S. Canyon. The victim left his residence in the morning. When he arrived home at 8:30 p.m., he found his front door wide open and the house ransacked. The suspects shattered the rear sliding door window to gain entry. They burglarized the house and left through the front door. The victim is compiling a list of stolen items. The investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
January 25 at 10:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 1300 block of S. Magnolia regarding a residential burglary. The victim left the residence at 10:30 a.m. and arrived home at 10:50 p.m. The front door of the residence was wide open and there was a single light on inside the residence. Further investigation revealed the suspect had pried open a living room window to gain entry. Once inside, the alarm activated and the suspects fled out the front door. It appears that nothing was taken from the residence. The investigation is continuing.
Monrovia Company Testing HIV Drug
Immunotech Laboratories of Monrovia has successfully completed clinical Phase III testing on patients suffering from HIV/AIDS of its patented medical product, ITV-1-ImmunH treatment. https://goo.gl/9nO0hM
Monrovia Police Join 'Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk' Campaign
Football fans across the country will tune in to the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 5, and for many, the event often includes alcohol. The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and Monrovia Police Department are teaming up with law enforcement across the state for a special Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk campaign to urge all football fans to call the right play on Super Bowl weekend and pass the keys to a sober driver before the drinking begins.
Monrovia Police Department will deploy additional officers on special DUI saturation patrols, specifically to stop and arrest drivers showing signs of alcohol or drug impairment during and following the game. As part of the Super Bowl Sunday enforcement efforts, police, sheriffs and the CHP will be on heightened alert, ready to stop and arrest any impaired driver.
Impaired driving can be deadly. A driver is considered alcohol-impaired with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher, but even a small amount of alcohol can impair judgment and reaction times enough to make driving unsafe. Drugs, such as many prescription medications, marijuana or illicit drugs, can also lead to impairment and unsafe driving, leading to a DUI.
“Fans that are impaired can secure a safe ride home by designating a sober driver, using public transportation, or calling a taxi or rideshare program,” said Chief Hunt, Monrovia Police Department.
“Volunteer to be a designated driver to help your family and friends get home safely,” said OTS Director Rhonda Craft. “Impaired driving only leads to disaster and tragedy. It is never worth the risk. If you do plan to drink, and/or are taking medications or using marijuana, plan now to pass the keys to a sober driver before kickoff.”
Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP, or “DDVIP,” free mobile app for Android or iPhone. The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more. The feature-packed app even has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-DD to call Uber, Lyft or Curb. For those who plan to drive, refrain from any alcohol and be aware of possible drug impairment. Instead, enjoy the game with food and non-alcoholic drinks. This Super Bowl weekend, be a team player and help keep impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel. And remember: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
This enforcement effort is funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, who reminds everyone to be alert and ‘Report Drunk Drivers – Call 911’ and if you see a dangerous driver, call immediately!
Source: Monrovia Police press release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police Department will deploy additional officers on special DUI saturation patrols, specifically to stop and arrest drivers showing signs of alcohol or drug impairment during and following the game. As part of the Super Bowl Sunday enforcement efforts, police, sheriffs and the CHP will be on heightened alert, ready to stop and arrest any impaired driver.
Impaired driving can be deadly. A driver is considered alcohol-impaired with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher, but even a small amount of alcohol can impair judgment and reaction times enough to make driving unsafe. Drugs, such as many prescription medications, marijuana or illicit drugs, can also lead to impairment and unsafe driving, leading to a DUI.
“Fans that are impaired can secure a safe ride home by designating a sober driver, using public transportation, or calling a taxi or rideshare program,” said Chief Hunt, Monrovia Police Department.
“Volunteer to be a designated driver to help your family and friends get home safely,” said OTS Director Rhonda Craft. “Impaired driving only leads to disaster and tragedy. It is never worth the risk. If you do plan to drink, and/or are taking medications or using marijuana, plan now to pass the keys to a sober driver before kickoff.”
Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP, or “DDVIP,” free mobile app for Android or iPhone. The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more. The feature-packed app even has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-DD to call Uber, Lyft or Curb. For those who plan to drive, refrain from any alcohol and be aware of possible drug impairment. Instead, enjoy the game with food and non-alcoholic drinks. This Super Bowl weekend, be a team player and help keep impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel. And remember: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
This enforcement effort is funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, who reminds everyone to be alert and ‘Report Drunk Drivers – Call 911’ and if you see a dangerous driver, call immediately!
Source: Monrovia Police press release
- Brad Haugaard
Portantino Bill Would Require Fertility Services
A bill introduced into the State Senate by Anthony Portantino (who represents Monrovia) would require health plans and insurance companies that cover medical expenses to cover "medically necessary expenses for standard fertility preservation." https://goo.gl/SXNAHf
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
ULV Guaranteeing Monrovia Students Can Attend
The University of La Verne is guaranteeing Monrovia students (and other local students) who meet minimum requirements can attend the school. https://goo.gl/luHUaK
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Nope, Monrovia Still Has a 'Tremendously Dangerous' Water Problem; Rain Forces Closure of Historic Museum; Ugly Sweater; Romantic Rides; Etc.
In his weekly report City Manager Oliver Chi reports ...
~ You thought maybe the recent rain solved our drought problem? It must have helped some, but Chi says we still have "a tremendously dangerous water situation." In short, we need another 130.3 billion gallons of water, about 2.6 billion bathtubs full. We should have a water level between 200-250 feet of water but even with the rain, we only have about 180 feet.
~ The city is installing a new pedestrian crosswalk and upgrading the pedestrian signals on Mountain Avenue between the BMW dealership and the Best Buy Shopping Center. It should be done before the end of February.
~ City Attorney Craig Steele won the City Council's Ugly Sweater Contest. See him here: https://goo.gl/99MNnB
~ The Historic Museum has been closed because rain water was "gushing" into the building through an electrical panel. Some minor flooding damage, but of more concern was that electrical components were damaged.
~ Rehab work on the old Santa Fe Depot means access to the train station from Myrtle has been blocked off. Instead, get to the station from Myrtle go west on Pomona then south on Primrose.
~ There will be Valentine's Day Romantic Carriage Rides through Old Town on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 6 to 10 p.m., with two horse drawn carriages. Tickets are $10 per person, or $40 for a private ride. Advanced ticket sales begin Feb. 6. For more information or to make a reservation, call 932-5562.
~ Count birds as part of the National North American Bird Count, each day between Feb. 17-20, from 9 a.m. to noon at Canyon Park. Space is limited, so contact Park Ranger Mia Humphreys at 256-8282 to register. Bring your binoculars and camera.
~ 626 Golden Streets Event, a 17+ mile San Gabriel Valley open streets festival, has been re-scheduled for Sunday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event that will open stretches of roadway from South Pasadena to Azusa for people to walk, jog, skate, bike and more. http://www.626GoldenStreets.com
~ Monrovia Duarte Black Alumni Association will host the first Black History Jazz Brunch event on Feb. 4, at the Monrovia Community Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy the smooth and sultry sounds of the Nolan Shaheed Quartetwhile learning about the history of jazz and enjoying great food. Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased at Simply Divine Salon and Spa (319 W. Huntington Drive, Monrovia). To register, or for questions, please email, MDBAA.BHM@gmail.com.
- Brad Haugaard
~ You thought maybe the recent rain solved our drought problem? It must have helped some, but Chi says we still have "a tremendously dangerous water situation." In short, we need another 130.3 billion gallons of water, about 2.6 billion bathtubs full. We should have a water level between 200-250 feet of water but even with the rain, we only have about 180 feet.
~ The city is installing a new pedestrian crosswalk and upgrading the pedestrian signals on Mountain Avenue between the BMW dealership and the Best Buy Shopping Center. It should be done before the end of February.
~ City Attorney Craig Steele won the City Council's Ugly Sweater Contest. See him here: https://goo.gl/99MNnB
~ The Historic Museum has been closed because rain water was "gushing" into the building through an electrical panel. Some minor flooding damage, but of more concern was that electrical components were damaged.
~ Rehab work on the old Santa Fe Depot means access to the train station from Myrtle has been blocked off. Instead, get to the station from Myrtle go west on Pomona then south on Primrose.
~ There will be Valentine's Day Romantic Carriage Rides through Old Town on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 6 to 10 p.m., with two horse drawn carriages. Tickets are $10 per person, or $40 for a private ride. Advanced ticket sales begin Feb. 6. For more information or to make a reservation, call 932-5562.
~ Count birds as part of the National North American Bird Count, each day between Feb. 17-20, from 9 a.m. to noon at Canyon Park. Space is limited, so contact Park Ranger Mia Humphreys at 256-8282 to register. Bring your binoculars and camera.
~ 626 Golden Streets Event, a 17+ mile San Gabriel Valley open streets festival, has been re-scheduled for Sunday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event that will open stretches of roadway from South Pasadena to Azusa for people to walk, jog, skate, bike and more. http://www.626GoldenStreets.com
~ Monrovia Duarte Black Alumni Association will host the first Black History Jazz Brunch event on Feb. 4, at the Monrovia Community Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy the smooth and sultry sounds of the Nolan Shaheed Quartetwhile learning about the history of jazz and enjoying great food. Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased at Simply Divine Salon and Spa (319 W. Huntington Drive, Monrovia). To register, or for questions, please email, MDBAA.BHM@gmail.com.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Man Hits Woman; Man Crashes Cemetery; Man Steals Purses; Man Beaten With Belt; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for January 19-22. - Brad Haugaard]
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Battery
January 19 at 9:16 a.m., a battery incident was reported at Maple and Mayflower. A male and female subject were involved in an argument, and the male subject punched the female in the face and walked away. The female was treated by Monrovia Fire Department paramedics. She did not know the male subject's full name. The investigation is continuing to identify the suspect.
Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol / Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 19 at 10:38 p.m., police responded to the report of a vehicle that had just crashed through the gate of the cemetery in the 200 block of E. Duarte Road. The reporting party gave a description of the vehicle and driver. An officer responding to the incident saw a vehicle matching the description heading north on Ivy. The vehicle had collision damage to the front and two flat tires. The officer stopped the vehicle and after investigation, the driver was arrested for driving under the influence. The driver was also found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest.
Robbery – Suspect Arrested
January 20 at 8:24 a.m., a robbery was reported at a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. A male subject shoplifted items by placing them in his waistband and walking out of the store. Store loss prevention officers attempted to detain the suspect outside of the store, but he resisted and a struggle ensued. The suspect was ultimately detained by loss prevention and no one was injured. The suspect was arrested.
Robbery
January 20 at 10:06 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain regarding a robbery. The suspect entered the business, selected four purses from a display rack and walked toward the exit doors. A loss prevention agent stepped in front of the suspect to block his path to the door. The suspect grabbed the loss prevention agent in a choke hold, pushed her out of his way and fled the business with the merchandise. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
January 21 at 12:37 p.m., a grand theft incident was reported at a business parking lot in the 400 block of W. Huntington. The victim parked his Toyota Sequoia in the lot and went into the business. He returned to his vehicle approximately an hour later and discovered the catalytic convertor was taken off his vehicle. The investigation is continuing.
Theft From a Vehicle
January 21 at 2:37 p.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the area of Lemon and Heliotrope. The victim parked his vehicle on January 20 at 6:15 p.m. He returned to his vehicle the next day and found it had been broken into and ransacked. A handbag containing a computer and a bag of tools were taken. The investigation is continuing.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
January 21 at 2:40 p.m., a caller reported that a white Toyota Corolla had been parked in the 1100 block of Carmelita Circle for several days and wanted it marked for 72 hour parking. A computer check revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen out of Whittier. The vehicle was recovered.
Theft From a Vehicle
January 21 at 2:44 p.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the 300 block of N. May. The victim parked her vehicle on the street the day before. She returned to the vehicle the next day and found the interior had been ransacked. A pair of headphones and two bags of new women's clothing that were left in the vehicle were taken. The investigation is continuing.
Assault With a Deadly Weapon – Two Suspects Arrested
January 21 at 9:41 p.m., a male subject was talking on his phone in the 300 block of S. Primrose. Three suspects walked by and began laughing at him. The victim walked away and the suspects followed him. When he got to the corner of Lime and Primrose, the suspects surrounded him. One of the suspects hit the victim several times in the face. Another suspect pushed him in the back. The victim was pushed and hit by the suspects. During the assault, one of the suspects took his belt off and struck the victim twice with it, causing a laceration to his head. The suspects then fled, running west on lemon and south on Magnolia. The victim notified police. Officers arrived and checked the area. They located two of the suspects at a residence in the 200 block of W. Colorado. The suspects were identified by the victim and arrested. The investigation is continuing.
Warrant / Possession of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
January 21 at 11:22 p.m., a subject was reported dumping trash behind a business in the 400 block of W. Duarte Road. Officers arrived and detained the subject. A computer check revealed he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. During a pat-down search, the subject was found to have a glass pipe and a small baggie of methamphetamine on his person. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
January 22 at 12:32 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at Magnolia and Huntington. One driver rear ended the other. Officers arrived and determined there were no injuries. One of the drivers admitted to taking prescription drugs and after investigation, was determined to be under the influence. She was arrested for driving under the influence.
Commercial Burglary
January 22 at 4:36 a.m., an alarm company called to report an alarm activation at a business in the 900 block of W. Duarte Road. Officers arrived and saw the glass to the front doors had been smashed. Officers cleared the location, but no suspects were located. It was determined that the suspects took the till from the cash register, but there was no money inside the till at the time. The investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
January 22 at 10:03 a.m., a vandalism incident was reported at a hotel in the 900 block of W. Huntington. The victim reported that her vehicle had been vandalized while it was parked overnight in the hotel parking lot. The rear driver's side window was shattered. The investigation is continuing.
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Battery
January 19 at 9:16 a.m., a battery incident was reported at Maple and Mayflower. A male and female subject were involved in an argument, and the male subject punched the female in the face and walked away. The female was treated by Monrovia Fire Department paramedics. She did not know the male subject's full name. The investigation is continuing to identify the suspect.
Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol / Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 19 at 10:38 p.m., police responded to the report of a vehicle that had just crashed through the gate of the cemetery in the 200 block of E. Duarte Road. The reporting party gave a description of the vehicle and driver. An officer responding to the incident saw a vehicle matching the description heading north on Ivy. The vehicle had collision damage to the front and two flat tires. The officer stopped the vehicle and after investigation, the driver was arrested for driving under the influence. The driver was also found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest.
Robbery – Suspect Arrested
January 20 at 8:24 a.m., a robbery was reported at a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. A male subject shoplifted items by placing them in his waistband and walking out of the store. Store loss prevention officers attempted to detain the suspect outside of the store, but he resisted and a struggle ensued. The suspect was ultimately detained by loss prevention and no one was injured. The suspect was arrested.
Robbery
January 20 at 10:06 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain regarding a robbery. The suspect entered the business, selected four purses from a display rack and walked toward the exit doors. A loss prevention agent stepped in front of the suspect to block his path to the door. The suspect grabbed the loss prevention agent in a choke hold, pushed her out of his way and fled the business with the merchandise. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
January 21 at 12:37 p.m., a grand theft incident was reported at a business parking lot in the 400 block of W. Huntington. The victim parked his Toyota Sequoia in the lot and went into the business. He returned to his vehicle approximately an hour later and discovered the catalytic convertor was taken off his vehicle. The investigation is continuing.
Theft From a Vehicle
January 21 at 2:37 p.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the area of Lemon and Heliotrope. The victim parked his vehicle on January 20 at 6:15 p.m. He returned to his vehicle the next day and found it had been broken into and ransacked. A handbag containing a computer and a bag of tools were taken. The investigation is continuing.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
January 21 at 2:40 p.m., a caller reported that a white Toyota Corolla had been parked in the 1100 block of Carmelita Circle for several days and wanted it marked for 72 hour parking. A computer check revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen out of Whittier. The vehicle was recovered.
Theft From a Vehicle
January 21 at 2:44 p.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the 300 block of N. May. The victim parked her vehicle on the street the day before. She returned to the vehicle the next day and found the interior had been ransacked. A pair of headphones and two bags of new women's clothing that were left in the vehicle were taken. The investigation is continuing.
Assault With a Deadly Weapon – Two Suspects Arrested
January 21 at 9:41 p.m., a male subject was talking on his phone in the 300 block of S. Primrose. Three suspects walked by and began laughing at him. The victim walked away and the suspects followed him. When he got to the corner of Lime and Primrose, the suspects surrounded him. One of the suspects hit the victim several times in the face. Another suspect pushed him in the back. The victim was pushed and hit by the suspects. During the assault, one of the suspects took his belt off and struck the victim twice with it, causing a laceration to his head. The suspects then fled, running west on lemon and south on Magnolia. The victim notified police. Officers arrived and checked the area. They located two of the suspects at a residence in the 200 block of W. Colorado. The suspects were identified by the victim and arrested. The investigation is continuing.
Warrant / Possession of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
January 21 at 11:22 p.m., a subject was reported dumping trash behind a business in the 400 block of W. Duarte Road. Officers arrived and detained the subject. A computer check revealed he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. During a pat-down search, the subject was found to have a glass pipe and a small baggie of methamphetamine on his person. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
January 22 at 12:32 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at Magnolia and Huntington. One driver rear ended the other. Officers arrived and determined there were no injuries. One of the drivers admitted to taking prescription drugs and after investigation, was determined to be under the influence. She was arrested for driving under the influence.
Commercial Burglary
January 22 at 4:36 a.m., an alarm company called to report an alarm activation at a business in the 900 block of W. Duarte Road. Officers arrived and saw the glass to the front doors had been smashed. Officers cleared the location, but no suspects were located. It was determined that the suspects took the till from the cash register, but there was no money inside the till at the time. The investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
January 22 at 10:03 a.m., a vandalism incident was reported at a hotel in the 900 block of W. Huntington. The victim reported that her vehicle had been vandalized while it was parked overnight in the hotel parking lot. The rear driver's side window was shattered. The investigation is continuing.
Monrovia Schools: District Encouraged Retirements; Good Auditor Repport; Honorees
A few items from the next meeting of the Monrovia School Board (agenda: here):
~ An interesting tidbit in a staff report: On October 19 last year, the board created a Supplementary Retirement Plan for district staff that was "designed as a retirement incentive program that encouraged eligible employees to retire early." The district offered retirement income of 85% of final pay, and 15 employees (or 11, the report is unclear) took the offer.
~ The Monrovia School District had an audit and it appears the district is keeping its financial books properly. The auditor says: "In our opinion, the financial statements refened to above present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental activities, business-type activities..." etc.
~ The board will honor Monrovia's California League of Schools Educators of the Year: Paul Dols, MHS; Chad Miller, Santa Fe; and Katie Woodrick, Clifton. Also, the board, together with the Chamber of Commerce, will honor employees of the month: Eva Kum, Instructional Assistant, Monroe Elementary; Gabby Canedo, Teacher, Monroe; Alan Caron, Instructional Aide, Plymouth Elementary; Sandra Jashinsky, Teacher, Plymouth.
- Brad Haugaard
~ An interesting tidbit in a staff report: On October 19 last year, the board created a Supplementary Retirement Plan for district staff that was "designed as a retirement incentive program that encouraged eligible employees to retire early." The district offered retirement income of 85% of final pay, and 15 employees (or 11, the report is unclear) took the offer.
~ The Monrovia School District had an audit and it appears the district is keeping its financial books properly. The auditor says: "In our opinion, the financial statements refened to above present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental activities, business-type activities..." etc.
~ The board will honor Monrovia's California League of Schools Educators of the Year: Paul Dols, MHS; Chad Miller, Santa Fe; and Katie Woodrick, Clifton. Also, the board, together with the Chamber of Commerce, will honor employees of the month: Eva Kum, Instructional Assistant, Monroe Elementary; Gabby Canedo, Teacher, Monroe; Alan Caron, Instructional Aide, Plymouth Elementary; Sandra Jashinsky, Teacher, Plymouth.
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Chili's
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Elderly Woman Trapped Under Big Rig in Monrovia
An elderly woman was trapped when her car drifted under a big rig on the 210 Freeway in Monrovia. Minor injuries. https://goo.gl/ei0tMy
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Gang Graffiti; Cocaine; Helpful Helicopter; Woman Threatened With Gun; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for January 16-18. - Brad Haugaard]
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 374 service events, resulting in 64 investigations.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
January 16 at 6:37 p.m., officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the 500 block of Los Angeles. Upon arrival, they contacted a male adult in front of the house, who was too intoxicated to care for himself. The subject was arrested for being drunk in public and was held for a sobering period.
Petty Theft – Suspect Arrested
January 16 at 7:10 p.m., a petty theft incident was reported at a business in the 400 block of W. Duarte. A witness reported that the suspect fled across Duarte Road. The Foothill Air Support helicopter was in the area overhead and saw the suspect walking north in the wash. Officers detained the suspect near Genoa and the wash. He was arrested for petty theft and received a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Vandalism
January 16 at 7:23 p.m., a vandalism incident was reported in the 600 block of S. Primrose. The victim reported gang graffiti that had been spray painted all over his garage. The investigation is continuing.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 16 at 11:21 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the 300 block of W. Huntington and observed two subjects loitering in the parking lot near a closed business. He contacted the subjects and a computer check revealed one of the subjects had a warrant for his arrest. The subject was arrested for the warrant.
Possession of a Controlled Substance / Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 1 at 11:54 p.m., an officer stopped a vehicle at Fifth and Huntington for vehicle code violations. A computer check of the driver revealed he had several warrants for his arrest. During a search of his vehicle, officers recovered a bindle of cocaine near the driver's seat. The driver was arrested for the warrants and possession of cocaine. The vehicle was stored.
Residential Burglary – One Suspect Arrested
January 17 at 10:25 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 200 block of W. Colorado regarding a residential burglary. A witness reported that two suspects entered the victim's garage and took a bicycle. The officers located and arrested one of the suspects. The Foothill Air Support helicopter and additional units searched for the second suspect, who rode off with the bicycle, but officers did not locate him. Through investigation, officers learned the identity of the second suspect and he was positively identified in a photo line-up by the witness. The suspect was entered into the law enforcement computer system as a wanted person for the residential burglary. The investigation is continuing.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
January 17 at 8:46 p.m., an adult female called police and reported that her ex-boyfriend pointed a handgun at her and threatened her. Officers arrived and detained the suspect. During the investigation, a loaded pistol was recovered from the suspect's house and he was arrested. An Emergency Protective Order against the suspect was issued by the court.
Residential Burglary / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer – Suspect Arrested
January 17 at 11:10 p.m., an officer on patrol observed a subject riding a bicycle in the 400 block of W. Huntington that he knew was wanted for a residential burglary. The subject fled when he saw the officer, but was eventually detained on Cypress. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Vehicle Tampering – Suspect Arrested
January 18 at 10:23 p.m., a male adult subject was seen walking along Hillcrest at Alta Vista, attempting to get into locked vehicles. Officers responded and detained the suspect a few blocks away and he was positively identified by the witness as the suspect. He was arrested and taken into custody. The suspect was later released on a citation to appear in court.
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 374 service events, resulting in 64 investigations.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
January 16 at 6:37 p.m., officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the 500 block of Los Angeles. Upon arrival, they contacted a male adult in front of the house, who was too intoxicated to care for himself. The subject was arrested for being drunk in public and was held for a sobering period.
Petty Theft – Suspect Arrested
January 16 at 7:10 p.m., a petty theft incident was reported at a business in the 400 block of W. Duarte. A witness reported that the suspect fled across Duarte Road. The Foothill Air Support helicopter was in the area overhead and saw the suspect walking north in the wash. Officers detained the suspect near Genoa and the wash. He was arrested for petty theft and received a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Vandalism
January 16 at 7:23 p.m., a vandalism incident was reported in the 600 block of S. Primrose. The victim reported gang graffiti that had been spray painted all over his garage. The investigation is continuing.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 16 at 11:21 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the 300 block of W. Huntington and observed two subjects loitering in the parking lot near a closed business. He contacted the subjects and a computer check revealed one of the subjects had a warrant for his arrest. The subject was arrested for the warrant.
Possession of a Controlled Substance / Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 1 at 11:54 p.m., an officer stopped a vehicle at Fifth and Huntington for vehicle code violations. A computer check of the driver revealed he had several warrants for his arrest. During a search of his vehicle, officers recovered a bindle of cocaine near the driver's seat. The driver was arrested for the warrants and possession of cocaine. The vehicle was stored.
Residential Burglary – One Suspect Arrested
January 17 at 10:25 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 200 block of W. Colorado regarding a residential burglary. A witness reported that two suspects entered the victim's garage and took a bicycle. The officers located and arrested one of the suspects. The Foothill Air Support helicopter and additional units searched for the second suspect, who rode off with the bicycle, but officers did not locate him. Through investigation, officers learned the identity of the second suspect and he was positively identified in a photo line-up by the witness. The suspect was entered into the law enforcement computer system as a wanted person for the residential burglary. The investigation is continuing.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
January 17 at 8:46 p.m., an adult female called police and reported that her ex-boyfriend pointed a handgun at her and threatened her. Officers arrived and detained the suspect. During the investigation, a loaded pistol was recovered from the suspect's house and he was arrested. An Emergency Protective Order against the suspect was issued by the court.
Residential Burglary / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer – Suspect Arrested
January 17 at 11:10 p.m., an officer on patrol observed a subject riding a bicycle in the 400 block of W. Huntington that he knew was wanted for a residential burglary. The subject fled when he saw the officer, but was eventually detained on Cypress. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Vehicle Tampering – Suspect Arrested
January 18 at 10:23 p.m., a male adult subject was seen walking along Hillcrest at Alta Vista, attempting to get into locked vehicles. Officers responded and detained the suspect a few blocks away and he was positively identified by the witness as the suspect. He was arrested and taken into custody. The suspect was later released on a citation to appear in court.
How Growing Native Plants is Different
At the Monrovia Garden Club meeting, Barbara Eisentein will discuss how native plant gardening practices differ from those used in traditional or ornamental landscapes, and give tips on how to succeed with natives. The meeting is Jan. 24 at 7 p.m., downstairs at First Presbyterian Church, 101 E Foothill Blvd. It is open to the public.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Speed Dating at Monrovia Library
Speed Dating at the Library for Adults 40+. Meet someone special in the new year! Join us for refreshments, icebreakers, and fun. Registration is required, register via the library’s event calendar by selecting the speed dating event on the date of February 14.
- Brad Haugaard
Restoration About to Begin on Old Train Station; Election Options; Huntington Median Project Starts Shortly; Cheaper Fire Insurance? Etc.
The red part of Station Square will be blocked off for renovation.
~ Here are your choices in the April 11 city election: For mayor, either incumbent Tom Adams or challenger Mark Harris. For city council you get to choose two of the following: challenger Clifford DeCosta, incumbent Larry J. Spicer, incumbent Alexander C. Blackburn.
~ Restoration begins next week on the Historic Santa Fe Depot. It should be done by this June or July. Public access to the Station Square Promenade will be restricted for the duration of the construction. The area in red in the image will be blocked off.
~ The Huntington Drive median improvement project begins on Jan. 23 and should be done by late March, making the median more drought tolerant. It involves switching to automated drip irrigation, removing 27 dead or diseased trees and replacing them with 60 new ones, and planting more than 7,500 plants.
~ The fire department is being assessed on Jan. 24 by the Insurance Services Office. If it can bring its ISO rating up from class 3 to class 2 or 11, Monrovia property owners could see a 6-8% decrease in fire insurance premiums.
~ Chon Cervantes, the city's Building Official, will retire after 30 years. His last day will be Thursday, Feb. 2. His going away breakfast party, called "Stop Work Notice" will be held Feb. 2 at 9 a.m. in the city's Emergency Operations Center in the Police building. You are welcome to come. Replacing Cervantes will be Evan Knuckles, current Senior Combination Inspector.
~ City sewers are being cleaned and inspected using a Closed Circuit TV system, starting on Jan. 17 in northwest Monrovia. It'll take a bit over six months to do the whole city.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Busy Burglars; Boyfriend Chokes Girlfriend; Car Hits Tree Hits Car; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for January 12-15. - Brad Haugaard]
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Commercial Burglaries
January 13 at 3:21 a.m., an alarm activation was reported at business in the 600 block of W. Huntington Drive. Officers arrived and found the front doors had been pried open. Video surveillance of the business revealed the suspects were two male Blacks, one was dressed in all red and was wearing a mask and black gloves. The second suspect was wearing dark clothing with a dark mask and white gloves. The loss was undetermined. The suspects forced entry with a yellow crowbar.
A second burglary alarm activation was reported a few minutes later at 3:28 a.m. in the 900 block of E. Huntington. Officers arrived and found the front doors to this business had also been pried open. Video surveillance revealed the same two suspects committed both burglaries. The loss appeared to be narcotics from the pharmacy at the second location. A green SUV type vehicle was seen leaving the area. The investigations are continuing.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
January 13 at 8:45 a.m., a female adult phoned from a residence in the 200 block of Terrace View to report she had been beaten up by her boyfriend. Officers responded to the residence and spoke to both parties. The victim reported that her boyfriend strangled and struck her, and she had visible injuries. The male suspect admitted to the allegations and he was arrested. He later bonded out of custody. The victim was notified and provided an Emergency Protective Order.
Injury Traffic Collision
January 13 at 7:56 p.m., a traffic collision was reported at Myrtle and Huntington. A vehicle made a turning movement to maneuver around a bus and lost control. The vehicle jumped the center median and struck a tree. The tree then fell over and struck a passing vehicle. The only injury was to a passenger in the primary vehicle.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
January 14 at 9:10 p.m., a caller reported a possible drunk driver in the 1300 block of S. Fifth Avenue. An officer arrived and located a vehicle that matched the description of the possible drunk driver. The officer made a traffic stop and the investigation revealed the driver was in possession of drug paraphernalia. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 1:11 a.m., officers were on patrol in the 400 block of S. Myrtle Avenue and recognized a suspect who had an outstanding arrest warrant. They contacted the suspect, confirmed the warrant and took him into custody. The suspect is being held pending his court appearance.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 1:23 a.m., officers were on patrol in the 100 block of E. Lemon Avenue and recognized another subject who they knew had an outstanding arrest warrant. They contacted the suspect, confirmed the warrant and took him into custody. The suspect is being held pending a court appearance.
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Commercial Burglaries
January 13 at 3:21 a.m., an alarm activation was reported at business in the 600 block of W. Huntington Drive. Officers arrived and found the front doors had been pried open. Video surveillance of the business revealed the suspects were two male Blacks, one was dressed in all red and was wearing a mask and black gloves. The second suspect was wearing dark clothing with a dark mask and white gloves. The loss was undetermined. The suspects forced entry with a yellow crowbar.
A second burglary alarm activation was reported a few minutes later at 3:28 a.m. in the 900 block of E. Huntington. Officers arrived and found the front doors to this business had also been pried open. Video surveillance revealed the same two suspects committed both burglaries. The loss appeared to be narcotics from the pharmacy at the second location. A green SUV type vehicle was seen leaving the area. The investigations are continuing.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
January 13 at 8:45 a.m., a female adult phoned from a residence in the 200 block of Terrace View to report she had been beaten up by her boyfriend. Officers responded to the residence and spoke to both parties. The victim reported that her boyfriend strangled and struck her, and she had visible injuries. The male suspect admitted to the allegations and he was arrested. He later bonded out of custody. The victim was notified and provided an Emergency Protective Order.
Injury Traffic Collision
January 13 at 7:56 p.m., a traffic collision was reported at Myrtle and Huntington. A vehicle made a turning movement to maneuver around a bus and lost control. The vehicle jumped the center median and struck a tree. The tree then fell over and struck a passing vehicle. The only injury was to a passenger in the primary vehicle.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
January 14 at 9:10 p.m., a caller reported a possible drunk driver in the 1300 block of S. Fifth Avenue. An officer arrived and located a vehicle that matched the description of the possible drunk driver. The officer made a traffic stop and the investigation revealed the driver was in possession of drug paraphernalia. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 1:11 a.m., officers were on patrol in the 400 block of S. Myrtle Avenue and recognized a suspect who had an outstanding arrest warrant. They contacted the suspect, confirmed the warrant and took him into custody. The suspect is being held pending his court appearance.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 1:23 a.m., officers were on patrol in the 100 block of E. Lemon Avenue and recognized another subject who they knew had an outstanding arrest warrant. They contacted the suspect, confirmed the warrant and took him into custody. The suspect is being held pending a court appearance.
Volunteer for Homeless Count in Monrovia
If you'd like to volunteer for the homeless count in Monrovia on Jan. 24, contact the city at ssantos@ci.monrovia.ca.us or at 256-5575. https://goo.gl/fE7z5H
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Stream Full at Monrovia Canyon Park
The rain has filled the stream at Monrovia Canyon Park. - Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Council to Consider Sharing Officer With Bradbury; Proposed County Tax; Homeless Count; Street-Cutting; Etc.
At the next Monrovia City Council meeting (agenda: https://goo.gl/YyF7uZ ), the council will ...
~ Consider approving a memo of understanding with Bradbury to share the cost of a community services officer, who would investigate "crimes that have already occurred which have little or no workable leads, investigate non-injury traffic collisions, enforce parking restrictions, write crime reports, and handle other public safety related tasks for police officers." https://goo.gl/6fiido
~ Discuss a proposed 1/4-cent sales tax proposed by LA County to fund homeless services, rental subsidies, and housing projects. If passed, the total county sales tax would be 9.5%, the highest county sales tax in the state. https://goo.gl/CMQ0Or
~ Hear a report by City Manager Oliver Chi on the homeless count.
~ Consider - mostly - prohibiting companies from cutting into streets for three to five years following road construction (as is going on now). The idea is that companies should do their under-the-road work before the city fixes the streets rather than just after. https://goo.gl/8h8CVx
~ Consider adding a four-way stop at Scenic and Canyon. https://goo.gl/BQ5Hys (Comment: While you're at it, consider one for the corner of Chestnut and Alta Vista ( https://goo.gl/vMu26I ).
~ Review a report on legislative positions on various water and stormwater topics taken by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Government. Here they are: https://goo.gl/e2QirV
- Brad Haugaard
~ Consider approving a memo of understanding with Bradbury to share the cost of a community services officer, who would investigate "crimes that have already occurred which have little or no workable leads, investigate non-injury traffic collisions, enforce parking restrictions, write crime reports, and handle other public safety related tasks for police officers." https://goo.gl/6fiido
~ Discuss a proposed 1/4-cent sales tax proposed by LA County to fund homeless services, rental subsidies, and housing projects. If passed, the total county sales tax would be 9.5%, the highest county sales tax in the state. https://goo.gl/CMQ0Or
~ Hear a report by City Manager Oliver Chi on the homeless count.
~ Consider - mostly - prohibiting companies from cutting into streets for three to five years following road construction (as is going on now). The idea is that companies should do their under-the-road work before the city fixes the streets rather than just after. https://goo.gl/8h8CVx
~ Consider adding a four-way stop at Scenic and Canyon. https://goo.gl/BQ5Hys (Comment: While you're at it, consider one for the corner of Chestnut and Alta Vista ( https://goo.gl/vMu26I ).
~ Review a report on legislative positions on various water and stormwater topics taken by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Government. Here they are: https://goo.gl/e2QirV
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Mikomi Sushi
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Someone Broke Into Old Monrovia Train Station; Citation for Shoplifting; Stolen Car Arrest; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for January 9-11. - Brad Haugaard]
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 367 service events, resulting in 71 investigations.
Fight in Progress
January 9 at 1:43 p.m., officers responded to a possible fight in progress at an apartment complex in the 500 block of Duarte. The fight involved two male roommates, one of the roommates jumped out the rear apartment window when officers arrived and fled, but officers located him on Duarte Road. Paramedics were called for injuries the subject sustained from the fight with the roommate. Both subjects were uncooperative with the officers, but one agreed to leave the location.
Grand Theft Auto / Violation of Restraining Order / Possession of Access Card – Suspects Arrested
January 9 at 9:59 p.m., an officer ran a computer check on a vehicle and discovered it was a stolen vehicle. The officer followed the vehicle until assisting units could arrive and then a high-risk stop of the vehicle was conducted at Second and California in Arcadia. Two subjects were detained. Computer checks of both subjects revealed they had a domestic violence restraining order in place. The female subject was the protected party and the male was the restrained subject. Both subjects were arrested for the restraining order violation and the female driver was charged with grand theft auto and possession of someone else’s credit card.
Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
January 9 at 5:17 a.m., officers responded to a traffic collision where a vehicle collided at the dead end of Peck, just south of the train station. The driver was not injured and was determined to be driving under the influence. The driver was arrested.
Vehicle Burglary
January 10 at 7:16 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 200 block of Monroe Place. The victim parked his vehicle on the street around 3:00 a.m. When he returned to his vehicle later in the morning, he found the interior had been ransacked. A laptop computer and cell phone were taken from the trunk. The investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
January 11 at 12:02 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain regarding a subject detained by store loss prevention for shoplifting. The subject concealed merchandise in a tool bag and left the location without paying for the items. The subject was arrested and released on a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Bicycle Theft
January 11 at 1:00 p.m., a bicycle was reported stolen from the 300 block of W. Central. The victim reported that the bicycle was stolen from an unlocked garage. The investigation is continuing.
Bicycle Theft
January 11 at 2:50 p.m., a bicycle was reported stolen from the 600 block of W. Palm. The victim locked his bicycle to a palm tree in his front yard. When he returned, he found his bicycle was gone and the lock was on the grass. The investigation is continuing.
Trespass / Found Property
January 11 at 8:46 p.m., officers were dispatched to a possible trespassing incident at the old Monrovia Train Station. It appears someone pried off a board and possibly made entry into the dwelling. Personal property was located and taken for safe keeping. The investigation is continuing.
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 367 service events, resulting in 71 investigations.
Fight in Progress
January 9 at 1:43 p.m., officers responded to a possible fight in progress at an apartment complex in the 500 block of Duarte. The fight involved two male roommates, one of the roommates jumped out the rear apartment window when officers arrived and fled, but officers located him on Duarte Road. Paramedics were called for injuries the subject sustained from the fight with the roommate. Both subjects were uncooperative with the officers, but one agreed to leave the location.
Grand Theft Auto / Violation of Restraining Order / Possession of Access Card – Suspects Arrested
January 9 at 9:59 p.m., an officer ran a computer check on a vehicle and discovered it was a stolen vehicle. The officer followed the vehicle until assisting units could arrive and then a high-risk stop of the vehicle was conducted at Second and California in Arcadia. Two subjects were detained. Computer checks of both subjects revealed they had a domestic violence restraining order in place. The female subject was the protected party and the male was the restrained subject. Both subjects were arrested for the restraining order violation and the female driver was charged with grand theft auto and possession of someone else’s credit card.
Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
January 9 at 5:17 a.m., officers responded to a traffic collision where a vehicle collided at the dead end of Peck, just south of the train station. The driver was not injured and was determined to be driving under the influence. The driver was arrested.
Vehicle Burglary
January 10 at 7:16 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 200 block of Monroe Place. The victim parked his vehicle on the street around 3:00 a.m. When he returned to his vehicle later in the morning, he found the interior had been ransacked. A laptop computer and cell phone were taken from the trunk. The investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
January 11 at 12:02 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain regarding a subject detained by store loss prevention for shoplifting. The subject concealed merchandise in a tool bag and left the location without paying for the items. The subject was arrested and released on a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Bicycle Theft
January 11 at 1:00 p.m., a bicycle was reported stolen from the 300 block of W. Central. The victim reported that the bicycle was stolen from an unlocked garage. The investigation is continuing.
Bicycle Theft
January 11 at 2:50 p.m., a bicycle was reported stolen from the 600 block of W. Palm. The victim locked his bicycle to a palm tree in his front yard. When he returned, he found his bicycle was gone and the lock was on the grass. The investigation is continuing.
Trespass / Found Property
January 11 at 8:46 p.m., officers were dispatched to a possible trespassing incident at the old Monrovia Train Station. It appears someone pried off a board and possibly made entry into the dwelling. Personal property was located and taken for safe keeping. The investigation is continuing.
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