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Lunch at The Diplomat

Lunch at The Diplomat, on the north side of Lemon just a few steps off Myrtle. Mediterranean food. Got the Chicken Kebab Wrap for $10 and a beer for $5. Tasted good.

- Brad Haugaard

AeroVironment Stock Up About 17 Percent Today


The stock for Monrovia drone-maker, AeroVironment, jumped as much as 17 percent today on earnings estimates "that blew Wall Street's estimates entirely out of the water." https://goo.gl/xDBY4W

The company's stock is up from $54.85 at the beginning of this year to almost $100 today.

- Brad Haugaard (Disclosure: I own some of the stock)

City Works With Athens to Correct Trash Pick-Up Problems; Library Card Month; Youth Sports; Successful Concert Season

In his weekly report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Oliver Chi reports ...

~ Because of increased complaints about trash service and customer service, city staff has met with Athens, which "will be taking corrective measures, and will be communicating with their operations manager, route supervisor, customer service representatives, and trash truck drivers about the need to provide better service more consistently." Chi adds: "In addition, we have instituted a new monitoring and tracking system with Athens to identify and log missed trash service days.  If a customer has repeated instances of missed trash pickups (3 or more within each 90-day period), the city will be sent a report so that we can further investigate the issues and resolve the matter."

~ It's National Library Card Sign-Up Month. Everyone who signs-up for his or her first Monrovia library card will have the chance to get a picture with a photo frame. Also, new library card holders will be eligible for surprise giveaways all month. For more information call 256-8274.

~ Co-ed fourth and fifth grade basketball and cheer at Julian Fisher Park Tuesdays and  Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. with games Saturday mornings at 8, 9, and 10 a.m. Fee: $35 (MUSD resident & student) $40 (non-resident). https://goo.gl/iQsFnn

~ Around 7,060 people attended a concert in Station Square or Library Park this summer, and around 410 people watched a movie in the park.

- Brad Haugaard

SCE to Discuss its ‘Power Shutoff Protocol’

For those with homes or businesses in fire-danger areas, Southern California Edison will hold a community meeting on wildfires and public safety at the DoubleTree Hotel in Monrovia (924 W Huntington Dr.) on Sept. 10, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. SCE will also provide information about its Public Safety Power Shutoff Protocol. 

- Brad Haugaard 

Friends of the Monrovia Library Book Sale This Friday, Saturday


- Brad Haugaard

Macho The Cat: He'd Like to Meet You


Macho (A271176) is an 8-year-old domestic shorthair in need of a loving family. He is a very sweet cat who spends most of his day in his cat tower or snuggled up with his roommates (he currently resides in a staff office). He meows for attention and will curiously come up to meet you. He head bumps you to pet him and purrs and rubs against you. Despite being 20 pounds he still loves to jump onto chairs and work desks to sniff around and find a better napping spot. Come meet Macho today at the Pasadena Humane Society!

The adoption fee for cats is $75. All cats are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated before being adopted.

New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.

View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org. Adoption hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

- Brad Haugaard

Arcadia Police Needs Help to Find Missing Man




The Arcadia Police Department seeks your help in locating a missing "at risk" person Steven Harold Mills, a 5 foot 7 inch, 120 pound, white male. Steven is a transient who lives in his vehicle and was last seen near the Arcadia County Park. Steven suffers from a mental condition. Steven's vehicle is a 2015 Toyota RAV4 Silver in color with California license plate of 7MUG563. If you have information that can assist in helping safely locate Steven, please call 911 or contact the poilce.
- Brad Haugaard 

City Council to Study Use of Herbicides; Consider Two Major New Developments

At its Tuesday, Sept. 4, meeting (agenda: https://goo.gl/AW2RoX), the Monrovia City Council will ...

~ Hold a study session at 4:30 p.m. that will be a "Review of herbicide use as part of City landscape maintenance practices". https://goo.gl/btoDT8

~ Then, at its regular 7:30 p.m. meeting, it will:

  • Hold a public hearing on the proposed development of Avalon Bay, a 154-unit mixed use residential development on a 2.06-acre site at 815 and 825 South Myrtle Avenue and 126 West Walnut Avenue and part of an alley. https://goo.gl/Re9sE7
  • Hold a public hearing on the proposed development of a 109-room TownePlace Suites Hotel by Marriot on the vacant lot at the southwest corner of Myrtle and Huntington. https://goo.gl/VGXLPb

- Brad Haugaard

Dinner at La Adelita

Dinner at La Adelita, on the south side of Colorado a half block east of Myrtle. Got the Deluxe Oven Buritto with chicken for $9.95 and an ic d tea for $2.95. Excellent! Burrito was stuffed with chicken and very tasty. 

- Brad Haugaard 

Lyft Ride Price Changes Tomorrow



    If you use the GoMonrovia Lyft service, then starting September 1, tomorrow, you'll need to decide each time you ride if you want a 50-cent "shared" ride, which means the driver may pick someone else up along the way, or if you want a standard ride for $3. If you want the cheaper shared option, be sure to select the "Shared Ride" option on your Lyft app, along with, of course, the GOMONROVIA" promo code.

    - Brad Haugaard

    Conviction of Man Who Murdered Monrovian LaJoya McCoy Is Upheld

    An appellate court has upheld the first degree murder conviction of Pasadenan Jose Roberto Turner for strangling Monrovian LaJoya McCoy, 31. https://goo.gl/QvqQws

    - Brad Haugaard

    Monrovia Senator's Long-Gun Bill Goes to Governor

    A bill to prevent people younger than 21 from - in most cases - buying long guns, such as rifles, has passed both the Senate and Assembly and is headed to the governor’s desk for final approval.

    Senate Bill 1177, authored by Senator Anthony Portantino, who represents Monrovia, extends the law that prohibits those younger than 21 from buying handguns.

    Source: Portantino press release

    - Brad Haugaard

    Monrovia Police: Food Recipient Rips Off Church Worker; Fake Auto Dealer Employee Rips off Tire Buyer; And More...

    [Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for Highlighted Activity for August 23-29. - Brad Haugaard]

    During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 409 service events, resulting in 85 investigations.

    Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
    August 23 at 9:53 a.m., police dispatch received a call reporting a male subject who was yelling and causing a disturbance in the 1100 block of E. Huntington. Officers contacted the subject and, through investigation, determined he was under the influence of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody. The subject complained of pain to his stomach. Monrovia Fire Department paramedics responded and transported the subject to a local hospital for treatment.

    Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer/Warrants – Suspect Arrested
    August 23 at 2:30 p.m., an officer observed a bicyclist commit several traffic code violations in the area of Colorado and Alta Vista. He attempted to stop the subject, but the subject continued riding, trying to evade the officer. A short pursuit ensued and the subject eventually stopped. The subject was arrested and taken into custody. The subject was also found to have several warrants for his arrest.

    Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
    August 24 at 12:50 a.m., a police sergeant on patrol witnessed an accident on Myrtle, at Central. As he contacted the drivers, he noticed one of them had symptoms of being intoxicated. Field sobriety tests were conducted and a female driver was arrested for DUI.

    Fraud Report
    August 24 at 7:26 a.m., a fraud incident was reported by a resident in the 800 block of W. Olive. The victim attempted to purchase tickets on Craigslist for a play. She transferred the suspect $100 online, but she never received the tickets from the advertisement. The investigation is continuing.

    Injury Traffic Collision
    August 24 at 9:07 a.m., police responded to the report of a traffic collision at Mayflower and Olive. A vehicle was traveling north on Mayflower and collided into an Edison pole on the northeast corner. There was evidence on scene suggesting that narcotics may have been a contributing factor. The driver was taken to a hospital for medical treatment for his injuries. The investigation is continuing.

    Grand Theft
    August 24 at 3:57 p.m., an officer was flagged down by construction workers in the 300 block of W. Huntington. The workers reported that over $2,000 worth of power tools had been taken from the construction site while they were up working on the roof. The investigation is continuing.

    Vandalism
    August 24 at 8:53 p.m., a vandalism incident was reported in the 300 block of S. Primrose. The victim went for a walk, and when she returned a short time later, she discovered her vehicle's back window had been smashed in and a large rock was on the ground near the vehicle. The investigation is continuing.

    Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
    August 24 at 11:58 p.m., an officer stopped an adult, male subject for a traffic violation on his bike at Myrtle and Huntington. A consent search of his person revealed he was in possession of methamphetamine. He was arrested and taken into custody for possession of a controlled substance.

    Warrant – Suspect Arrested
    August 25 at 1:23 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the area of Duarte and Alamitas when he saw a known gang member riding his bicycle that he knew had a warrant for his arrest. He ran a computer check that confirmed an active warrant out of San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department. The officer stopped the subject and arrested him for the warrant.

    Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
    August 25 at 2:15 a.m., a police agent stopped a vehicle at Myrtle and Altern for vehicle code violations. After investigation, the officer determined the driver was too impaired to drive a motor vehicle safely and he was arrested for DUI.

    Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
    August 25 at 2:56 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 200 block of W. Central regarding a suspicious 911 call from the residence. After they contacted both residents of the house, the male adult was arrested for domestic battery. An emergency protective order was completed and given to the victim.

    Receiving Stolen Property/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
    August 25 at 5:44 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 300 block of W. Huntington regarding the report of two subjects smoking methamphetamine. Officers arrived and detained a male and female adult. The suspects were found to be in possession of stolen property and drug paraphernalia. Both suspects were arrested.

    Fraud
    August 25 at 2:25 p.m., a fraud incident was reported that occurred in the 200 block of S. Myrtle. The victim is a volunteer at a local church. She was approached by a female subject she recognized as someone who comes to their church food distributions. The female asked the victim to cash a check for her for $600. The victim went with the suspect to the bank, cashed the check on her account, and gave the female the money. Several days later, the victim was notified by her bank that the check bounced. The investigation is continuing.

    Public Intoxication
    August 26 at 1:50 a.m., an officer on patrol in the 100 block of E. Colorado contacted a suspicious subject near a closed business. The subject was found to be extremely intoxicated and unable to care for his own safety. He was arrested for being drunk in public.

    Grand Theft
    August 26 at 6:14 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 300 block of W. Huntington regarding a theft of power tools. A construction company currently working on a remodel at the location left their power tools in an enclosed area in front of the location. Someone gained entry by manipulating the fence enclosure and stole the power tools. The investigation is continuing.

    Grand Theft
    August 26 at 1:35 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 100 block of W. Foothill regarding a grand theft report. The suspect entered the store and took approximately $2,000 worth of alcohol, then fled the location. He was last seen traveling south on Myrtle in a black BMW SUV with no plates. The investigation is continuing.

    Residential Burglary
    August 27 at 2:04 p.m., a residential burglary was reported in the 900 block of Ridgeside. During the weekend, someone entered the attached garage and stole tools from the location. The investigation is continuing.

    Domestic Battery – Suspect Arrested
    August 28 at 7:51 a.m., an officer was dispatched to a residence in the 700 block of Mountain View regarding a domestic dispute. The suspect argued with his fiancé over car keys. He became angry and pushed the victim, then kicked her twice. He was arrested for domestic battery.

    Trespassing – Suspect Arrested
    August 28 at 8:33 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 300 block of W. Evergreen on the report of three subjects trespassing. Officers arrived and found two subjects in the residence. Both were found to have outstanding warrants and were arrested.

    Grand Theft
    August 28 at 12:27 p.m., a grand theft incident was reported in the 700 block of E. Central. The victim attempted to purchase vehicle tires through OfferUp. The suspect met the victim outside of a car dealership, wearing what appeared to be a dealership uniform shirt. The victim gave the suspect $700 to buy the tires and was told to pull into the dealership driveway to load the tires. He pulled in and waited, but the suspect fled the scene. The investigation is continuing.

    Stolen Vehicle
    August 28 at 11:00 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from the 400 block of W. Walnut. The vehicle is a white, 1997 Honda Civic. It was stolen sometime between 1:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. The vehicle was entered into the law enforcement stolen vehicle system. The investigation is continuing.

    Warrant/Parole Violation/Possession of Burglary Tools – Suspect Arrested
    August 29 at 12:11 a.m., day watch officers handled a report toward the end of their shift involving a male and female subject. The male subject was not present and the female subject waited in the police station lobby for a ride home for several hours. The officers discovered that the male subject had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He called the station to inquire about the female and was told to come pick her up. He responded to the station and was contacted by officers in his vehicle, where he was arrested for the warrant. A search of his vehicle revealed numerous burglary tools, including several sets of lock picks, gloves, two-way radios, head-mounted lights, and tool bags containing cut padlocks and other items. The suspect is currently on parole for burglary. Parole was contacted and a parole hold was issued for the suspect.

    Suspended License/Warrants – Suspect Arrested
    August 29 at 4:46 a.m., an officer on patrol stopped a vehicle for a moving violation in the 3000 block of S. Peck. The driver was found to have a suspended license for previous DUIs. He was also required to have an ignition interlock device on the vehicle, which he did not. The driver was cited for multiple vehicle code violations and arrested for two outstanding warrants.

    Trespassing/Violation of Court Order – Suspect Arrested
    August 29 at 9:24 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of S. Myrtle regarding two subjects trespassing at the location. Upon arrival, the officer contacted a male and female subject and a computer check revealed the female had a restraining order against the male. The male subject was arrested for violation of the court order.

    Domestic Battery – Suspect Arrested
    August 29 at 11:04 a.m., an officer responded to the report of a battery incident at Magnolia and Walnut. Two female subjects that are involved in a romantic relationship were involved in a physical altercation. After investigation, the subject found to be the aggressor was arrested and taken into custody.

    Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
    August 29 at 6:58 p.m., a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain called police to report a subject concealing merchandise in his clothing. While officers were responding, the subject left the location. The subject was located on Evergreen, west of Shamrock, and was positively identified. The merchandise was recovered nearby. The subject was arrested and later released on a citation to appear in court on the charges.

    Domestic Violence
    August 29 at 9:16 p.m., officers responded to the 200 block of Melrose on the report of a husband and wife involved in an altercation. When they arrived, they found both subjects had been drinking and they determined the wife was the primary aggressor. She was arrested for domestic violence.

    Grand Theft Auto – Suspects Arrested
    August 30 at 4:18 a.m., police dispatch received a call reporting a grand theft of a motorcycle in progress in the area of Fifth and Walnut. The caller provided good information and updates as officers responded to the location. The officers arrived quickly and were able to detain two suspects. The suspects had attempted to punch the ignition, and when they were not successful, they tried to physically remove the motorcycle. The witness positively identified both suspects. One of the suspects was found to have a no-bail warrant. Both were arrested and taken into custody.

    Monrovia Marijuana Equipment Company Expanding

    Monrovia's Sugarmade, Inc., apparently plans to buy other as-yet-unnamed hydroponics companies, according to a statement by the company. Sugarmade provides hydroponic growing equipment, particularly for growing marijuana, though it appears to be playing down the cannibis connection in its latest press release. https://goo.gl/dHF4QF

    - Brad Haugaard

    Blazing Speed for Library Internet; Quake Workshop; Fall Brochure; Firefighters Home Safe; Be a Leader; Homeless Man Gets into Permanent Housing

    In his weekly report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Oliver Chi reports ...

    ~ The Library now has high-speed broadband and Wi-Fi internet connections that are ten times faster, thanks to a $24,000 grant from the state and over 18 months of work by city staff.

    ~ A free Earthquake Preparedness Workshop will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the library Community Room. It will feature guest speaker Margaret Vinci from the CalTech.  Enrollment is limited so register today with Monrovia Historic Preservation Group: https://goo.gl/bCtEft

    ~ Monrovia Today Fall Brochure is now online. https://goo.gl/WdsFkn

    ~ Last week, on Aug. 16, Monrovia Fire Engine OES-341 arrived home safely after a 19-day deployment fighting the Carr Fire (near Redding).

    ~ Interested in being a Monrovia leader? MAP, a leadership program, is held for seven consecutive Thursday evenings, and "provides program participants with information about local government, neighborhood level problem solving, leadership dynamics, and more." Sign up here: https://goo.gl/5Wmzan

    ~ Monrovia's  Community Activist Policing Bureau and the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority have gotten one of Monrovia's homeless into permanent housing. "During that time, there were many challenges that Randall [pseudonym] had to overcome, and working together, we were able to connect him with the proper programs and organizations."

    - Brad Haugaard

    Cupcake - Cuddle Bunny Wants a New Home


    If you are looking for a friendly bunny, stop by the Pasadena Humane Society today! Cupcake (A464202) and her friend Cuddles were found abandoned in Glendale a little over 2 weeks ago. Cupcake is eager for attention and head bumps for more pets. She is easy to pick up and is ready to go to a new home. Hop on over and visit her today.

     

    The adoption fee for rabbits is $35.All rabbits are spayed or neutered andmicrochipped before going to their new home.

     

    New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.

    View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org. Adoption hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

    Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email. 

     

    - Brad Haugaard 

    Monrovia's AeroVironment Donates Drones to West Point

    Monrovia's AeroVironment's MacCready Works lab has donated drones, spare parts and software to West Point to support the military academy’s Center for Innovation and Engineering and Geography and Environmental Engineering Department. https://goo.gl/6p2pWD

    - Brad Haugaard

    Vaccines, Microchips, and Licences for Dogs and Cats Available this Thursday

    The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA will hold a mobile vaccine and microchip clinic for dogs and cats on Thursday, August 30 at the Foothill Unity Center in Monrovia,790 West Chestnut Ave., from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

    The following services will be available:
    • Rabies Vaccine $8 Dogs and cats 3 months and older
    • 5-in-1 (DHLPP) Vaccine $15 Dogs 6-8 weeks and older
    • Bordetella Vaccine $15 Dogs 8 weeks and older
    • 4-in-1 (FVRCP) Vaccine $15 Cats 6-8 weeks and older
    • Microchip $20 Dogs and cats of any age
    Dog licenses for Monrovia will also be available for purchase.

    Our goal is to help families keep their pets healthy, says Julie Bank, President & CEO of the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA. “We hold clinics around the community so people can easily access affordable wellness services for their pets.”

    All dogs must be on leash and cats must be in carriers. The event is open to residents of any city.

    The Pasadena Humane Society offers a low-cost, walk-in wellness clinic every Wednesday and Saturday at its Pasadena facility, located at 361 South Raymond Avenue. Clinic hours are 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.


    - Brad Haugaard

    Monrovia Women Charged With Attempted Murder

    Two Monrovia women have been arrested and charged with attempted murder and kidnapping by Chino police. https://goo.gl/ES4Mmc

    - Brad Haugaard

    Lunch at Peach Cafe

    Had lunch at the Peach Cafe, on the north side of Colorado near Ivy. Always nice and cheerful here. Got the Chicken Pesto salad with a slice of multigrain toast for $11 and an iced tea for $2.75. 

    I was tempted by the 112 pound PC Burger but then I looked a bit more closely ...





    Anyway, the food was fresh and delicious and the atmosphere pleasant. 

    - Brad Haugaard