Sierra Honda Plans Expansion

The Planning Commission (agenda here) will consider a request by the Sierra Honda dealership at 1450 South Shamrock plans to rework its facilities, expanding the main showroom, moving its windows closer to Central Avenue by about 30 feet; expanding the service center drop-off from two to four lanes; replacing the service garage with a new one with 20 service bays and upgraded equipment. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police: Man Cuts Himself With Chainsaw; Stolen Vehicle Recovered, Man Arrested; Drunk Driving; Not With Hamas, Just Singing a Song; Etc.

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for November 2 – 8. - Brad Haugaard]

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 384 service events, resulting in 55 investigations. 

Theft
November 2 at 9:42 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of E. Huntington walked into the MPD lobby to report her ring stolen from her work desk. This investigation is continuing.

Theft
November 2 at 12:07 p.m., a caller in the 300 block of W. Olive came in to report a tool box and other miscellaneous items were taken overnight from an unlocked vehicle. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
November 2 at 12:09 p.m., a resident in the 700 block of W. Chestnut reported their vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Bike Theft
November 2 at 12:59 p.m., a victim in the 200 block of W. Walnut left their bicycle in the driveway and when they came out it was gone. This investigation is continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision
November 2 at 4:02 p.m., a vehicle in the 100 block of W. Chestnut with three occupants made an unsafe turning movement and crashed into a parked vehicle. All three occupants had a complaint of pain and were transported to a hospital.

Evade / Resist / Delay – Suspect Arrested
November 2 at 4:57 p.m., a caller in a bank in the 200 block of S. Myrtle, reported a suspicious vehicle with 2 male subjects possibly putting some type of skimmer device on an ATM. Officers arrived to the area and located the vehicle. A traffic stop was attempted, but the vehicle failed to yield and fled. A short pursuit ensued, the vehicle stopped, and three suspects fled on foot. A containment was quickly set up and mutual aid was requested, an airship, additional officers, and a K9 officer arrived. A search with the K9 resulted in locating one suspect. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody. The search for the additional suspects is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto Recovery
November 2 at 9:54 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the 2600 block of Peck in regards to a vehicle theft investigation. The victim reported his vehicle had been stolen from a business parking lot. At approximately 10:37 p.m., the stolen vehicle was located, abandoned, in the area of Mountain and Camino Real in Duarte. This investigation is continuing.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
November 2 at 11:40 p.m., a caller in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a suspicious subject checking parked vehicles. Upon arrival officers located the subject behind a business. A computer check revealed that the subject had a no bail warrant. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Attempt Suicide
November 3 at 2:43 p.m., an attempt suicide was reported in the 500 block of E. Olive. Officers arrived and made contact with a female subject who stated that she was arguing with her ex-boyfriend, when he walked into the bathroom and attempted to harm himself. Officers determined he was a danger to himself and he was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

Medical Assist
November 3 at 4:03 pm, a resident in the 600 block of N. Canyon called to report that her landscaper had cut himself with a chainsaw. Officers arrived and put a tourniquet on him. Paramedics arrived and transported him to a medical facility for treatment.

Grand Theft
November 3 at 9:07 p.m., a grand theft was reported in the 500 block of E. Lemon. The caller reported the tailgate to his, company, truck had been stolen. This investigation is counting.

Vandalism
November 3 at 11:58 p.m., a witness in the 400 block of Montana called to report a vandalism in progress. Officers arrived and located the subject who fled when he saw officers. This investigation is continuing.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
November 4 at 2:38 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a bicyclist in the area of Primrose and Pomona. A computer check revealed the subject was on probation and had a no-bail warrant. A search revealed the subject was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Commercial Burglary
November 4 at 8:44 a.m., a commercial burglary was reported in the 100 block of W. Foothill. The caller reported that the glass door to a business was shattered. This investigation is continuing.

Found Property
November 4 at 9:50 a.m., a caller in the 400 block of W. Huntington called to report a handgun lying in bushes. Officers arrived and located the handgun. This investigation is continuing.

Recovered Stolen Vehicle – Suspect Arrested
November 4 at 10:39 a.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Myrtle and Evergreen. Officers located the vehicle and saw a male subject approach the vehicle. He walked away from the vehicle and then go into a car service vehicle and left the area. Officers conducted a traffic stop and the male subject was found to be in possession of a key to the stolen vehicle. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Injury Traffic Collision
November 4 at 12:19 p.m., a pedestrian on a crosswalk in the area of Monterey and Huntington was struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Drug Activity – Suspect Arrested
November 4 at 9:10 p.m., an officer saw a subject on the ground in front of a closed business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. An officer approached the subject and noticed drug paraphernalia within the subject’s reach. The subject was determined to be under the influence of a controlled substance, in possession of drug paraphernalia and several identification and debit cards. The subject was arrested and transported to the MPD jail for a sobering period and further investigation.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
November 4 at 9:14 p.m., while patrolling the 1600 block of S. Primrose, officers made contact with a suspicious person. A computer check revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Driving Under the Influence
November 4 at 9:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to Hidden Valley in regards to a call of a suspicious vehicle. Upon the officers' arrival, a woman was found asleep behind the wheel. The driver displayed symptoms of intoxication, but she refused to take the field sobriety tests. The driver was too impaired to drive and was arrested for DUI. The driver was transported to the Monrovia PD jail, but was later taken to a hospital due to a medical issue. The driver consented to providing a blood sample and was later released on a citation.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
November 4 at 11:02 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Live Oak and Peck regarding a traffic collision. The driver who caused the collision displayed symptoms of intoxication and a field sobriety test was administered. The driver was determined to have been driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and was arrested for DUI. The driver was transported to the Monrovia PD jail for booking and was later released on a citation.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
November 4 at 11:29 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of S. Alta Vista regarding a vehicle that collided with a carport wall. The officers contacted the driver, who displayed symptoms of intoxication. A field sobriety test was administered on the driver and the driver was determined to have been driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested for DUI and was transported to the Monrovia PD jail. The driver was booked for DUI and was later released on a citation.

Resisting Officers – Suspect Arrested
November 5 at 7:54 p.m., officers responded to a business located in the 500 block of W. Huntington, regarding a male who made a possible criminal threat. The subject reportedly stated he was "with Hamas and had a bomb." Officers located the male subject inside the business and detained him after a brief struggle that led to an officer cutting his finger. An investigation revealed the threat was not credible and the subject stated he was only singing a song that had the word bomb in it but did not intend to threaten anyone. He was arrested for delaying and obstructing a peace officer. A female subject who accompanied the male subject into the business, provided a false name to officers. She was also arrested.

Vehicle Burglary
November 6 at 1:13 p.m., a caller in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported his vehicle had been broken into over the night and his wallet was stolen. The caller also reported the suspect(s) had already used his credit cards and a local store. This investigation is continuing.

Theft / Drug Activity / Wanted
November 6 at 4:06 p.m., a caller in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported someone had just stolen items from their store and was riding away on a bicycle. Officers and detectives searched the area and located the subject. The subject was in possession of drug paraphernalia and stolen property. A computer search revealed the subject was wanted. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

Grand Theft Auto
November 6 at 6:11 p.m., a caller at a store in the 1600 block of S. Mountain parked his vehicle in a parking lot in the morning, then went to work. When he returned to his vehicle he noticed it was gone. This investigation is continuing.

Hit and Run Traffic Collision Non-injury Collision
November 6 at 8:30 p.m., a resident in the 700 block of S. 5th walked outside his home and discovered another vehicle had collided into the side of his parked vehicle. This investigation is continuing.

Domestic Violence
November 6 at 8:43 p.m., a resident in the 800 block of W. Colorado reported his girlfriend hit him and caused injuries. Officers responded and found the suspect to be suicidal. It was determined that she was a danger to herself and she was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

Missing Adult Located
November 7 at 2:25 a.m., a resident in the 400 block of Stedman reported an adult male subject rang the doorbell and sat on the front porch. Officers arrived and located the subject. He was mentally impaired and had been reported missing by his family who live in a different city. He was reunited with his family.

Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
November 7 at 2:38 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 1600 block of S. Myrtle when he saw a bicyclist in violation of a vehicle code. The officer conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the subject. The subject was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

Fraud
November 7 at 11:01 a.m., a caller in the 1800 block of California reported that his business check account was hacked and money was taken. This investigation is continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision
November 7 at 4:46 p.m., an injury traffic collision was reported in the area of Foothill and Shamrock. One of the vehicles rolled onto its side and hit a light signal causing it to fall. The parties involved complained of pain and were treated at the scene. This investigation is continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision
November 7 at 4:50 p.m., a caller in the area of Myrtle and Evergreen reported an injury traffic collision. The involved parties complained of pain and were treated at the scene.

Warrant Arrest
November 8 at 3:11 a.m., officers were dispatched to a business in the 1300 block of S. Mountain regarding a male subject trespassing. Officers arrived and located the subject. A computer search revealed the subject had a no bail warrant. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

Injury Traffic Collision
November 8 at 11:35 a.m., a victim in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported someone had backed out of a parking stall and hit him. Officers and MFD responded and provided treatment to the victim. This investigation is continuing.

Shoplifting
November 8 at 2:49 p.m., a caller in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a male adult stole a power drill and rode away on a bicycle. Officers searched the area but the suspect was not located. This investigation is continuing.

Vandalism
November 8 at 3:42 p.m., a vandalism was reported in the 400 block of Linwood. A caller reported the back window of his SUV was shattered by a rock. This investigation is continuing.

Non-Injury Traffic Collision
November 8 at 5:33 p.m., a non-injury traffic collision was reported in the area of Duarte and 10th.

Hit and Run Traffic Collision
November 8 at 5:56 p.m., a caller in the area of Pomona and Raymond reported someone hit his vehicle while it was parked. This investigation is continuing.

Public Intoxication
November 8 at 9:39 p.m., officers responded to the 200 block of Los Angeles regarding a family disturbance. The caller reported that her ex-son in law was in front of the residence and was intoxicated. Officers arrived and located the male subject inhaling vapor from and aerosol can, known as huffing, in front of the residence. The subject was arrested and transported to MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Dinner at Kiku Sushi

Dinner at Kiku Sushi, in the Huntington Oaks Shopping Center. Got the Curry Katsu Rice with chicken for $15.95 and a beer for $6.75. Tasty!

- Brad Haugaard 

Chalksgiving - Win a Restaurant Gift Card With Your Sidewalk Chalk Art

Monrovia Association of Fine Arts’ free annual Thanksgiving at-home chalk festival will be held Nov. 23-26 on a sidewalk near your house. Register at monroviafinearts.org/chalksgiving2023 by Nov. 18 and then pick up a personalized chalk kit available starting Nov. 13 at Century 21 Adams & Barnes, 433 W. Foothill Blvd, Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-noon. Then create your illustration about “What We’re Thankful For” on your driveway or sidewalk over the holiday weekend. Send us photos of you and your work by midnight on Nov. 26—and you could win a $50 gift card to one of our local restaurants. For questions email christine@monroviafinearts.org.

- Brad Haugaard

Albert Tate to Return to Pulpit in January - Subject to Restoration Plan

Pastor Albert Tate, who is on leave from Monrovia's Fellowship Church for "inappropriate texting" will be back preaching this January, but subject to a restoration plan.

On Nov. 5, Tate confessed his "inappropriate" text messaging, which his wife discovered, to the congregation, that meets at Monrovia High. He also said that the church is a "great place to worship, but not a great place to work," that it was chaotic and hurtful. He said he takes full responsibility for that, and asked forgiveness from the congregation and staff. Audio of the message is here.

A letter from the church's governing board (here) says that  a "comprehensive" restoration plan which will "include clear support, as well as appropriate accountability measures and benchmarks" for Tate will roll out over the coming year. The details were not given. It adds that Tate and his wife, LaRosa, will begin regularly attending services again starting November 26.

The board letter also noted that the church governing structure needs to be fixed. "This structure needs to be reset based on extensive Board self-examination and critique, as well as congregational input. Fellowship’s organizational and governance structures need to be altered for the health of the church going forward. We anticipate a number of significant changes taking place that we will share with you in the near future."

Finally, the letter says the board has reviewed all "questions, allegations, and issues brought to our attention [in a letter and text from some members of the staff and congregation], and, where relevant, discussed these with Albert, with staff, and with congregants." The messages are here and here.

- Brad Haugaard

Travis Likes to Play Fetch - Even All By Himself

Travis is a playful and entertaining guy! He’s about 4 years old, weighs around 45 pounds, and has the inquisitive spirit of a puppy. He loves playing with toys- he'll even throw them up in the air, chase them and pounce on them. He literally plays fetch without any assistance!

Travis has been introduced to some similar-sized dogs at Pasadena Humane and he seems to really like the attention. At a recent adoption event he was happily walking around with other dogs and surrounded by hundreds of people all day. He enjoyed every minute of it!

This smart guy walks well on leash and will never turn down a belly rub. He’s hoping to show off his repertoire of tricks to you!

Travis is available for a 10-day adoption trial!

The adoption fee for dogs is $150. 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 and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

- Brad Haugaard

Field of Flags at Library Park to Honor Veterans

A field of flags is now decorating the front of Library Park for the city's Veterans Day Recognition Nov. 6-10. You can attach messages to flag poles. Veterans Day Ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 11 at Library Park, hosted by the Allied Veterans Council. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: Surveying to Create Monrovia

This is believed to be a photograph of the original surveying party busy laying out the Monrovia town site. From spring of 1886. From the Myron Hotchkiss collection. See full details here.

For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.

- Brad Haugaard

City Council: Acquiring Temporary Location for Community Center; Honoring Leadership Grads; Updating Art in Public Places Process

At its next meeting (main agenda here) the Monrovia City Council will ...

~ Hold a closed session at 7 p.m. to discuss price and terms for acquiring the building at 324-328 S. Myrtle, the one-story building right across from the Library. The city wants to use it as a temporary Community Center during the 24 months it is expected to take to renovate the existing Community Center. Details. 

~ Hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. to recognize Monrovia Area Partnership Youth and Adult Leadership Academy graduates. More. 

~ At its regular 7:30 p.m. meeting consider proclaiming November as Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month  and proclaiming November 12-19 United Against Hate Week. 

~ Consider an ordinance to refine the Art in Public Places program and define the AIPP structure and responsibilities, updating terminology, eliminating outdated terms and requirements, granting the AIPP Committee authority to approve smaller art projects, etc. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Re-Roofing the District; Field Trip for Engineering Students; Rice Balls of Fire

At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia Board of Education will consider ...

~ Authorizing the district to go to bid for district-wide roofing replacement.

~ Authorizing a field trip for Monrovia High engineering students to visit the California High-Speed Rail Construction Site and Fresno State University Engineering Department. Comment: Oddly, there is no mention of high speed rail in the itinerary; just viaducts.  Details. 

~ Contracting with Rice Balls of Fire to provide catering truck services for the district. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

McDonald's Original Monrovia Restaurant Focused on Barbecue

The website, The Daily Meal, reports that the original McDonald's restaurant, the octagonal Airdrome, located near the Monrovia Airport, actually focused on ribs and barbecued pork sandwiches. Ray Kroc, who bought the company, pared the menu down to hamburgers. More. 

- Brad Haugaard

Community Prayer Breakfast Nov. 17

The 57th Annual Community Prayer Breakfast will be held on Friday, Nov. 17, at the Courtyard by the Marriott Hotel. Theme is "Faith in an Anxious World," and the speaker will be Brad M. Griffin, Senior Director of Content & Research at the Fuller Youth Institute. Registration is $40 per person, and is open until Friday, Nov. 10. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Veterans Recognition; Vacant Properties; Thanksgiving Gathering; O2breathe Walk

 

In his latest report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Dylan Feik reports: 

~ Veterans Day Recognition Nov. 6-10 with a Field of Honor display at Library Park where messages can be attached to flag poles. A Veterans Day Ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 11 at Library Park, hosted by the Allied Veterans Council. Details.

~  MAP-Edu Meeting on Vacant Properties Nov. 4 at the Monrovia Library Community Room, addressing the issue of vacant properties. Details.

~ Thankful & Grateful Holiday Gathering Nov. 16. Family activities, live entertainment, hay rides, and a tree lighting ceremony at Library Park. Details.

~ The Pulmonary Hypertension Association will hold its 10th Annual Monrovia O2breathe Walk on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 8:30 a.m. - noon at Library Park. Free, but donations are welcomed. There will be raffle prizes, informational booths, and live entertainment by the Licata Brothers. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Felony Suspect Hunt in North Monrovia: Update - Arrested

Police are apparently searching for one or more individuals who, according to a report on social media, were spotted placing or retrieving a credit card skimming device at a Monrovia bank. The suspect car reportedly drove up North Magnolia at about 60 miles an hour with three police vehicles trailing. Police now have intersections blocked off in north Monrovia.  Three police canine units from Pasadena are in the area and police have a loudspeaker car telling people to stay in their homes as a hunt for a felony suspect is in progress.

UPDATE: Again, according to a social media report, one suspect is in custody. The police search has apparently ended.

UPDATE 2: PasadenaNow.com reports that the suspect was discovered hiding in a backyard by a Pasadena K-9 officer and resisted arrest, which resulted in dog bites. The suspect was treated for the bites and is in Monrovia Police custody.

Brad Haugaard.

Man in White Dress Walking Among Tombstones on Halloween; Sleeping Driver Breaks Hydrant; Roofing Materials Stolen; Vehicle Ramming Other Vehicles; Etc.

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for October 26 – November 1. - Brad Haugaard]

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 371 service events, resulting in 61 investigations. 

Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
October 26 at 1:08 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 1600 block of S. Myrtle when he saw a male adult in a park in violation of closing time. The officer made contact with the subject. An investigation revealed that he was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.

Grand Theft
October 26 at 10:15 a.m., a caller in the 3200 block of Peck reported that two suspects cut a hole on a chain link fence and stole $2,000 worth of roofing material. This investigation is continuing.

Municipal Code Violation – Suspects Arrested
October 26 at 9:58 p.m., a group of officers patrolled the 1600 block of S. Myrtle in response to observations made by residents regarding subjects loitering and camping in the park after hours. Officers contacted and located four subjects. The subjects were arrested and taken into custody.

Non-Injury Traffic Collision
October 27 at 2:46 a.m., officers responded to the 1800 block of S. Myrtle regarding a traffic collision in the 1800 block of S. Myrtle. An investigation revealed that the driver fell asleep and collided with a fire hydrant. MFD and Public Works responded to resolve the water issue.

Commercial Burglary
October 27 at 7:55 a.m., a caller from a business in the 3200 block of Peck caller to report that several suspects entered the business yard and stole items. They left the location and returned at a later rime to steal more items. This investigations is continuing.

Fraud
October 27 at 8:58 a.m., a victim in the 1200 block of S. Mayflower came into the MPD lobby to report she had hired a company off the internet to install a firewall on her computer remotely, when she researched the company she discovered it was a fictitious company who did not exist. This investigation is continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision
October 27 at 5:22 p.m., an injury traffic collision was reported in the area of California and Evergreen. An investigation revealed that one of the driver’s failed to yield and collided into another vehicle. One of the driver’s was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Grand Theft Auto
October 28 at 6:07 a.m., a caller in the 800 block of E. Central reported a vehicle on the property was ramming into other vehicles. The vehicle left prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

Runaway Juvenile
October 28 at 4:39 p.m., a female juvenile was reported missing in the 100 block of N. Ivy. Officers checked the area, but were unable to locate her. This investigation is continuing.

Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
October 28 at 7:27 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Violet and Colorado regarding a traffic collision. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. The party at fault displayed signs of being under the influence. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. She was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
October 29 at 12:49 a.m., several callers in the 200 block of E. Lime reported a traffic collision involving parked vehicles. Officers arrived and located the driver of the vehicle at fault. The driver displayed sings of being under the influence. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
October 29 at 2:10 a.m., while patrolling the area of Duarte and Walker, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for unsafe speed. Upon contact with the driver, the officer noticed the driver displayed signs of being intoxicated. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Burglary
October 29 at 5:08 a.m., a resident in the 300 block of N. Encinitas called to report that his vehicle was burglarized overnight. This investigation is continuing.

Commercial Burglary
October 29 at 8:26 a.m., a victim in the 900 block of W. Duarte called to state his business had been broken into. An investigation revealed that thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise was taken. This investigation is continuing.

Vehicle Burglary
October 29 at 8:43 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of Stedman reported a window on his vehicle was broken and musical instruments were taken. This investigation is continuing.



Family Disturbance – Suspect Arrested
October 29 at 3:53 p.m., a caller in the 200 block of E. Chestnut called to report the parents in the home were arguing. The caller reported that the dad had a weapon and had made threats to harm them. Officers arrived and located the suspect driving away from the home. Officers conducted a felony traffic stop, arrested the suspect and took him into custody.

Non-Injury Traffic Collision
October 30 at 8:02 a.m., a non-injury traffic collision was reported in the area of Primrose and Olive. A vehicle failed to yield to traffic as it entered the roadway and caused a collision. No injuries were reported and the driver at fault was cited.

Vandalism
October 30 at 9:45 a.m., a caller in the 500 block of W. Duarte called to report someone had broken into their apartment complex mailboxes overnight. This investigation is continuing.

Battery
October 30 at 11:38 a.m., a battery was reported in the 1300 block of S. Alta Vista. The caller reported his father had assaulted him. This investigation is continuing.

Petty Theft
October 30 at 2:34 p.m., a caller in the 1500 block of S. Myrtle reported he had placed his down and someone stole it. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft – Suspect Arrested
October 30 at 4:09 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington called to report that an adult female was concealing items in her bag and was about to walk out without paying for them. Officers arrived and located the female subject outside the store. The stolen items were recovered and returned to the store. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

Grand Theft Auto Recovery – Suspect Arrested
October 30 at 12:17 a.m., a resident in the 1300 block of S. Alta Vista reported his vehicle stolen. A day later the vehicle was located and the suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
October 31 at 10:34 a.m., a traffic collision was reported in the 700 block of W. Duarte. Officers arrived and contacted the drivers. One of the drivers appeared to be under the influence. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Trespassing – Suspect Arrested
October 31 at 11:53 a.m., a caller in the 1100 block of S. Shamrock reported a subject was on his property after being told to leave hours before. Officers arrived and located the subject on private property. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

Grand Theft
October 31 at 11:58 a.m., a resident in the 100 block of Oaks called to report that his vehicle’s catalytic converter was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision
October 31 at 5:10 p.m., an injury traffic collision between a vehicle and juvenile riding a bicycle was reported in the area of Foothill and Alta Vista. The juvenile sustained head injuries and was transported to a medical facility for treatment. This investigation is continuing.

Battery
October 31 at 6:53 p.m., staff at a church in the 1300 block of S. Myrtle called to report two adult females and several teenagers were arguing. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. Several allegations were made that an adult female grabbed a juvenile by the wrist and began to yell at her. This investigating is continuing.

Hit and Run Traffic Collision
October 31 at 8:57 p.m., a customer at a fast food restaurant in the 900 block of W. Huntington reported that he was entering the restaurant's parking lot when he was struck by a vehicle and the vehicle fled. Officers responded to the area, but were unable to locate the suspect. This investigation is continuing.

Trespassing
October 31 at 9:34 p.m., a caller in Los Angeles reported seeing a suspicious person walking through the closed cemetery in the 200 block of E. Duarte. She saw the male wearing a long white dress through a camera she had earlier mounted to her deceased husband's tombstone. The camera was connected to the cemetery Wi-Fi and linked to her cellphone so she could monitor his gravesite. Officers responded and located the subject walking slowly through the raised tombstones. He was noticed regarding trespassing and escorted out of the cemetery.

Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
November 1 at 12:29 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington called to report someone was stealing items from the business. Officers arrived and detained the female adult subject as she exited the store. She was found with stolen items from the store, she was arrested and taken into custody.

Dinner at Mimi‘s Cafe

Dinner at Mimi‘s Cafe, at the corner of Mayflower and Huntington. Got the French Quarter Burger for $16.99 and a beer for $7. Very good burger! Even had avocado. 

- Brad Haugaard 

Current Local Job Opportunities - November

Here are links to the latest job opportunities for Monrovia:

Monrovia School District 

City of Monrovia 

Private 

There is also a group called Monrovia Works. Search for it on Facebook and ask to join it.

- Brad Haugaard

Halloween Night in Monrovia

The pirate ship on Hillcrest is a big hit. Pirates and skeletons and even a broadside of cannons. Hundreds of people crowded around to see.

The Harvest Festival at Calvary Chapel Monrovia was crowded with families enjoying games, food, music, and a petting zoo.

As always, Alta Vista north of Hillcrest was blocked off and the street hosted a party.

- Brad Haugaard

Fluffy Tito - Couch Potato and Walking Buddy

Tito is a 12-year-old Australian Shepherd/Chow mix. His soft and fluffy fur makes him ideal to cuddle with, and his energy level is just right for anyone who wants a couch potato sometimes, and a good walking buddy at other times.

What really gets him excited and playful is playing fetch. He loves chasing tennis balls, and prances back to you with a look of pride that he is still able to catch a bouncing ball just like a young pup.

Tito looks like a large dog, but he is only about 55 pounds under all that fur. He’s an ideal size for trips in the car, going on hikes or just hanging out on the couch.

Senior pets like Tito can easily get overlooked, but this sweet guy will has all the best qualities that any pet parent is look ing for- he's loving, friendly, and a great companion. Tito is ready to make himself right at home with you!

Pasadena Humane’s Seniors for Seniors program allows all dogs and cats over five years old like Tito to be adopted for free by anyone over sixty.

The adoption fee for dogs is $150. 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 and schedule an adoption

appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovian Makanvand Opens Financial Services Business

Lifelong Monrovia resident Eva Del Real Makanvand has opened M.A.H.B. Financial Services at 423 E Huntington Dr. The business provides financial services including investment advice, estate planning, and insurance. Makanvand, a Monrovia High School graduate with more than 10 years of financial services experience, wants to help Monrovia residents achieve financial goals regardless of background or income. M.A.H.B. Financial Services is open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Makanvand has volunteered at Foothill Unity Center, belongs to the Monrovia and Arcadia chambers of commerce, and mentors those pursuing financial careers.

Source: Chamber of Commerce Press Release

- Brad Haugaard