The LA County Department of Public Health reports (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) Monrovia Coronavirus cases today:
Monrovia: 60 cases (up 3 from yesterday), 3 deaths (unchanged).
Unincorporated Monrovia: 11 cases (same as yesterday)
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center: 30, 1 death
- Brad Haugaard
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Monrovia's Population is ... Down?
Monrovia's population has actually decreased, according to the blog published by Monrovia's Community Development Department, the "Over the Counter Blog" https://is.gd/EjgvXc
Here's what it says:
As of January 1, 2020, Monrovia's population was 37,935.
So your reaction was probably the same as ours..."What?" That's right, for two years straight, Monrovia's estimated population has decreased...ever so slightly (down 0.1%), but still a decrease. The County population also decreased by the same percentage. California as a whole grew, but it was very slow growth, a 0.2% increase.
So a couple of things to keep in mind, these are projections, not an actual count of people (AKA The Census). Also, these estimates are benchmarked to the 2010 Census data. The decennial 2020 Census data will not impact these projections until 2022...it takes a long time to count 300,000,000 people.
Here's an interesting tidbit from all this...This is the first time since this data has been compiled that California has added more housing units than people. Hmmm! Not quite sure what to make of that, but there it is.
COMMENT: My guess is that the number of homes with children has decreased - a lot of the children have grown up and left - and that loss has not quite been offset by the people moving into the new multi-unit residential buildings near the train station and elsewhere.
- Brad Haugaard
Big M on Mountainside, High School Field, to Be Illuminated for High School Graduation
In celebration of the Class of 2020, Monrovia High School will illuminate the stadium field and the Monrovia 'M' on the mountain every Wednesday night leading up to graduation.
The lights will be on for 20 minutes beginning at 8:20 p.m. in recognition of seniors and their accomplishments.
The lights will be on for 20 minutes beginning at 8:20 p.m. in recognition of seniors and their accomplishments.
- Brad Haugaard
Topiary Giraffes Against Coronavirus
Reader Scott Morgan saw this topiary giraffe on the 200 block of Norumbega.
- Brad Haugaard
MADIA Tech Launch Webinar on Supply Chain Traceability
On Monday, May 13, 7 p.m. Monrovia's MADIA Tech Launch will host an online webinar with Dr. Naresh Menon, Founder and CEO of Covisus Inc., who will discuss "Building a Business to enable total Supply Chain Traceability." Q&A at 7:45 p.m. MADIA provides educational programs in entrepreneurship, business finance and operations, and technology development and commercialization. Register: https://is.gd/7RRT3j
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Cinco de Mayo: Max's Mexican Cuisine Thanks Methodist Hospital for Its Medical Support
The Arteaga Family, longtime Monrovia residents and owners of Max's Mexican Cuisine in Monrovia, visited the Arcadia Methodist Hospital staff on Cinco de Mayo to honor and thank the health workers for their commitment and efforts in ensuring the community has the medical support it needs during the worldwide pandemic.
Representing the family owned and operated business were Angelica and Uriel Arteaga; both expressed their appreciation for Methodist Hospital staff and Foundation President Mike. Ulises Gutierrez, Business Consultant for Max's Mexican Cuisine, also participated in the event. Gutierrez is a COVID survivor and was treated at Methodist Hospital for 8 days.
Max's Mexican Cuisine thanks Bavarian Garage of Glendora and Lark Construction Services for their support of this event.
Source: Press release
- Brad Haugaard
Representing the family owned and operated business were Angelica and Uriel Arteaga; both expressed their appreciation for Methodist Hospital staff and Foundation President Mike. Ulises Gutierrez, Business Consultant for Max's Mexican Cuisine, also participated in the event. Gutierrez is a COVID survivor and was treated at Methodist Hospital for 8 days.
Max's Mexican Cuisine thanks Bavarian Garage of Glendora and Lark Construction Services for their support of this event.
Source: Press release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovian Creates Monrovia Restaurant App
Monrovian Rob McClinton has created a smartphone app to help Monrovians easily order from Monrovia restaurants on their cell phones.
The app tells whether the restaurant has curbside or other delivery, how to access it, address and contact info, type of food, and an opportunity mark it as a favorite. If a restaurant is missing, request for it to be added.
Rob writes that his family has "gotten into a bit of a rut with our favorites and want to spread the love to support others. I figured other folks might too. Also, I don't always find one I'm looking for on any on particular delivery app."
In case you are worried about installing software on your phone, don't be. This is basically an icon on your phone that points to a mobile-optimized web page. So the software is all online, not on your phone.
Besides, I've known Rob for years and trust him, if that counts for you.
You can get the app here, https://monrovia.belocalstrong.com/ , or you can just focus your smartphone camera on this QR code and follow a couple of steps.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Coronavirus Count: 57
The LA County Department of Public Health reports (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) Monrovia Coronavirus cases today:
Monrovia: 57 cases (up 2 from yesterday). Three deaths at last report, but county website fails when queried for deaths, so number may be higher.
Unincorporated Monrovia: 11 cases (up 2 from yesterday)
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center: 29, 1 death
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia: 57 cases (up 2 from yesterday). Three deaths at last report, but county website fails when queried for deaths, so number may be higher.
Unincorporated Monrovia: 11 cases (up 2 from yesterday)
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center: 29, 1 death
- Brad Haugaard
Laid Back Miles - With Playful Moments
Sweet, lovable Miles is ready to be adopted! His foster family reports that he's a well-behaved sweetheart who loves belly rubs, squeaky toys, tennis balls, and car rides. He's ten years old so he's pretty laid back, but he still has plenty of playful puppy moments. If you're interested in adopting Miles, he'll fit perfectly into your life -- just clear some time in your schedule for belly rubs!
Currently, all adoption fees are waived, made possible by the Spence Family and Capital Group. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
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 and fill out an online adoption application. Adoptions are by appointment only.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
Currently, all adoption fees are waived, made possible by the Spence Family and Capital Group. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
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 and fill out an online adoption application. Adoptions are by appointment only.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
Four-Way Stop Coming to Olive and Mayflower
Correspondent (and photographer) Kelly Moran notes this electronic notice indicating a new four-way stop sign and pedestrian crossing is coming to the corner Olive and Mayflower, by Monroe Elementary, installation starting May 11.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
It's Teacher Appreciation Week!
Monrovia Schools Superintendent Dr. Katherine Thorossian writes ...
Today marks the beginning of Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers choose, and remain, in this profession because of their belief in education, their love of learning, and their connection to their students.
It is really this last element that sustains teachers during the most difficult of times. Your children are the reason teachers continue to teach. The bonds established in the classroom can last a lifetime and, right now, that connection, like our learning platform, is distant.
So, in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, please take a moment to contact your child’s teacher. Indeed, if you had a teacher who had a positive impact on your life, this moment in history might be the best time to reach out and simply say, “thank you.”
Show us how you are expressing your appreciation by using #MUSDProud on social media!
- Brad Haugaard
Today marks the beginning of Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers choose, and remain, in this profession because of their belief in education, their love of learning, and their connection to their students.
It is really this last element that sustains teachers during the most difficult of times. Your children are the reason teachers continue to teach. The bonds established in the classroom can last a lifetime and, right now, that connection, like our learning platform, is distant.
So, in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, please take a moment to contact your child’s teacher. Indeed, if you had a teacher who had a positive impact on your life, this moment in history might be the best time to reach out and simply say, “thank you.”
Show us how you are expressing your appreciation by using #MUSDProud on social media!
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Coronavirus Count: 55 and 3 Deaths
The LA County Department of Public Health reports (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) Monrovia Coronavirus cases today:
Monrovia: 55 cases (up 2 from yesterday). City Council member Becky Shevlin reports there are 3 deaths, but that part of the county website is acting up and I can't confirm that.
Unincorporated Monrovia: 9 cases (no increase from yesterday)
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center: 30 (up 5 from yesterday), Deaths - 1
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia: 55 cases (up 2 from yesterday). City Council member Becky Shevlin reports there are 3 deaths, but that part of the county website is acting up and I can't confirm that.
Unincorporated Monrovia: 9 cases (no increase from yesterday)
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center: 30 (up 5 from yesterday), Deaths - 1
- Brad Haugaard
Special Graduation Activities Planned for Monrovia Students
- Brad Haugaard
Canyon Park, Preserve, to Remain Closed
Canyon Park and Wilderness Preserve ...
This sign previously said that they were closed until May 15, so the closure is apparently being extended.
This sign previously said that they were closed until May 15, so the closure is apparently being extended.
COMMENT: While I agree with the Safer at Home policy, and think the city was wise to crack down at any point where there could be a problem, I do think it is time to reevaluate this.
If I recall correctly, the city opened Canyon Park and the Wilderness Area after briefly closing it because of COVID concerns, but then so many people came when they were opened that it became a problem. But I went to the park the day after the crowd, on a weekday, and it was empty, and that same day the city shut it down again.
I think that concerns about Coronavirus can be addressed without totally shutting down these areas. Here are a few ideas:
If I recall correctly, the city opened Canyon Park and the Wilderness Area after briefly closing it because of COVID concerns, but then so many people came when they were opened that it became a problem. But I went to the park the day after the crowd, on a weekday, and it was empty, and that same day the city shut it down again.
I think that concerns about Coronavirus can be addressed without totally shutting down these areas. Here are a few ideas:
- Start by opening the areas only on weekdays, when traffic should be lighter (and was, in fact, lighter when I was there).
- Limit the number of people who can be there at one time. The rangers already limit the number of cars, so this shouldn't be a lot more work.
- Require face masks in these areas at all times.
- Require people to remain at least six feet apart.
- There are foot trails in the park, and perhaps there are a few where it would be difficult to maintain six feet of separation, so if really necessary, keep those shut, but leave the roads open.
Monrovia Coronavirus Count: 53
The LA County Department of Public Health reports (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) Monrovia Coronavirus cases today:
Monrovia: 53 (up 1 from yesterday)
Unincorporated Monrovia: 9 (up 1 from yesterday)
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center: 25, Deaths - 1
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia: 53 (up 1 from yesterday)
Unincorporated Monrovia: 9 (up 1 from yesterday)
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center: 25, Deaths - 1
- Brad Haugaard
Vons Starbucks Sorta Opening Monday
The Starbucks in the Vons shopping center at Myrtle and Foothill is reopening at 6 a.m. Monday (tomorrow), according to Kelly Moran, who took this picture. But, she adds, "you have to stand on the green lines in a line and pick up at the door. The condiment table now blocks the door."
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Online Monrovia Church Services
Calvary Chapel Monrovia, or on Facebook (1307 S Myrtle) - 10 a.m.
Calvary Road Baptist Church (319 West Olive Ave) 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m.
Fellowship Monrovia (Monrovia High) - 9 and 11 a.m.
First Lutheran (1227 S Magnolia) 9 a.m.
First Presbyterian (Foothill and Myrtle) - 10 a.m.
Hope Unlimited Church (1900 Walker Ave) - 10 a.m., 11:20 a.m., 12:40 p.m.
IFGF (Palm and Primrose) 10:30 a.m.
Mountainside Communion Church (Colorado and Magnolia) 10 a.m.
Second Baptist Church, or on Facebook (925 S Shamrock) - 10:45 a.m.
Vineyard (223 S Encinitas Ave) - 10 a.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Coronavirus Count: 50
The LA County Department of Public Health reports (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) Monrovia Coronavirus cases today:
Monrovia: 50
Unincorporated Monrovia: 8
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center
Staff - 13
Residents - 13
Deaths - 1
Looking at the death rate for Los Angeles County (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) it is just under 5 percent (4.85%) of those who have been diagnosed as having the Coronavirus, but for nearby Pasadena, the death rate is much higher: 12.65 percent - 411 cases, 52 deaths.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia: 50
Unincorporated Monrovia: 8
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center
Staff - 13
Residents - 13
Deaths - 1
Looking at the death rate for Los Angeles County (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) it is just under 5 percent (4.85%) of those who have been diagnosed as having the Coronavirus, but for nearby Pasadena, the death rate is much higher: 12.65 percent - 411 cases, 52 deaths.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Coronavirus Count
The LA County Department of Public Health reports (https://is.gd/LcrzHl) Coronavirus cases:
Monrovia: 49, same as yesterday.
Unincorporated Monrovia: 8, same as yesterday.
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center
Staff - 14, up one since yesterday
Residents - 11, same as yesterday
Again, the county health department notes that facilities' "inclusion on this list does not suggest neglect or wrongdoing on the part of the facility."
Note: Finally, I don't know how there can be one more case (at Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center) but the total for Monrovia remains unchanged.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia: 49, same as yesterday.
Unincorporated Monrovia: 8, same as yesterday.
Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center
Staff - 14, up one since yesterday
Residents - 11, same as yesterday
Again, the county health department notes that facilities' "inclusion on this list does not suggest neglect or wrongdoing on the part of the facility."
Note: Finally, I don't know how there can be one more case (at Monrovia Gardens Healthcare Center) but the total for Monrovia remains unchanged.
- Brad Haugaard
Superintendent Thorossian's April Update
In April, our Educational Services team rolled out our Instructional Services Newsletter, which is delivered to our families on a weekly basis. The newsletter is equipped with wonderful information and resources to help guide you through distance learning. Click HERE to view the latest newsletter.
Our administrators, teachers, and staff decided to treat our students to a surprise this month with their participation in the Cruisin’ thru Monrovia parade. Following the boundaries of our five elementary schools, our MUSD staff waved as families held posters with messages of hope while safely practicing social distancing. It was a beautiful experience and a perfect example of Monrovia Unified’s tightknit community.
Our seniors were also celebrated this month when our Monrovia Unified family came together to distribute Class of 2020 yard signs. Thank you to everyone who participated and ensured the success of the distribution.
As we move forward with distance learning, I encourage you all to continue visiting the District’s Distance Learning Platform for more information and resources. Our District’s instructional specialists are now offering parent/guardian office hours four times a week. Click HERE to fill out a submission form to attend the meetings. Should you have any questions about the distance learning process, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Though the news regarding distance learning has taken precedence this month, our schools continue to get noticed for their dedication and commitment to helping every student achieve at a high level.
Clifton Middle School was recently recognized as a 2020 School to Watch for its academic excellence and responsiveness to the needs of students. Additionally, Monrovia High School was ranked in the top 13 percent of schools in the nation by U.S. News and World Report for its student achievement and college and career readiness programs.
These recognitions help bring light to the wonderful students, teachers, and staff we have here at Monrovia Unified. I am proud of each and every one of them.
We will continue providing updated information on our website and social media platforms. Pre-recorded informational messages are regularly updated at (626) 471-2084.
Families are encouraged to tune in to Conversations with Ralph Walker at 3 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday. The show airs on YouTube and features Board President Rob Hammond and Mayor Tom Adams, who share the latest local updates on COVID-19. Please submit questions to kgemtv@gmail.com or by calling (626) 357-4974.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katherine Thorossian
Superintendent
Our administrators, teachers, and staff decided to treat our students to a surprise this month with their participation in the Cruisin’ thru Monrovia parade. Following the boundaries of our five elementary schools, our MUSD staff waved as families held posters with messages of hope while safely practicing social distancing. It was a beautiful experience and a perfect example of Monrovia Unified’s tightknit community.
Our seniors were also celebrated this month when our Monrovia Unified family came together to distribute Class of 2020 yard signs. Thank you to everyone who participated and ensured the success of the distribution.
As we move forward with distance learning, I encourage you all to continue visiting the District’s Distance Learning Platform for more information and resources. Our District’s instructional specialists are now offering parent/guardian office hours four times a week. Click HERE to fill out a submission form to attend the meetings. Should you have any questions about the distance learning process, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Though the news regarding distance learning has taken precedence this month, our schools continue to get noticed for their dedication and commitment to helping every student achieve at a high level.
Clifton Middle School was recently recognized as a 2020 School to Watch for its academic excellence and responsiveness to the needs of students. Additionally, Monrovia High School was ranked in the top 13 percent of schools in the nation by U.S. News and World Report for its student achievement and college and career readiness programs.
These recognitions help bring light to the wonderful students, teachers, and staff we have here at Monrovia Unified. I am proud of each and every one of them.
We will continue providing updated information on our website and social media platforms. Pre-recorded informational messages are regularly updated at (626) 471-2084.
Families are encouraged to tune in to Conversations with Ralph Walker at 3 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday. The show airs on YouTube and features Board President Rob Hammond and Mayor Tom Adams, who share the latest local updates on COVID-19. Please submit questions to kgemtv@gmail.com or by calling (626) 357-4974.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katherine Thorossian
Superintendent
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