If you missed the State of the City event, you can watch it here.
- Brad Haugaard
Both Parking Lots South of Library About To Close for Construction
The southernmost of the two parking lots just south of the Library (#8 in the image) is already closed for construction, but beginning Feb. 20, both lots (#7 and #8) and the alley in between will be closed for about a month.
- Brad Haugaard
Garden Club Speaker Will Discuss Wildlife, Conservation, Restoration
- Brad Haugaard
City Manager Says Canyon Park Should be Open This Year
Canyon Park should be open before the end of this year, with a contractor to do the work approved by March 19, according to City Manager Dylan Feik.
Feik added that over the last two years the city has been working to protect the park from mud and debris flows and designing roadway and parking lot improvements, utility upgrades for the water and sewer system, ranger station kiosk enhancements, educational and recreational spaces, and general repairs.
He said the park stood up well during the latest heavy storms, which were heavier than the December 2021 storms that caused all the damage. "The streams carried the water without obstructions as we've already removed the burned trees, boulders, etc. Culverts remain open and clear, and the native alder trees are thriving in the streambed where they were non-existent before the Bobcat Fire. In some areas, there are even alder groves where trees exceed 12' in height."
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Big Group of Juveniles Fighting; Woman Bites Officer; Drive-By Obscenities; Bad Boyfriend; Fire in Trash Can; Package Theft; Aaand more...
Grand Theft Auto
February 8 at 9:06 a.m., a resident in the 800 block of W. Walnut reported that her vehicle was stolen overnight. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
February 8 at 10:10 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in a parking lot in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. This investigation is continuing.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
February 8 at 10:58 a.m., a subject walked into the MPD lobby to turn herself in for a warrant. The subject was arrested, cited and released at the scene.
Violation of Court Order
February 8 at 12:15 p.m., a caller in the 900 block of S. Shamrock reported that a subject at the location was in violation of a restraining order. Officers arrived but the subject was gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.
Non-Injury Traffic Collision
February 8 at 1:12 p.m., officers responded to the area of Huntington and California regarding a traffic collision. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
February 8 at 1:35 p.m., a caller at a business in the 100 block of W. Foothill reported being a victim of fraud. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Battery
February 8 at 2:33 p.m., a victim in the 100 block of Los Angeles reported that her boyfriend punched her in the face. She reported that she was involved in a verbal altercation with him when he punched her in the face. He fled the scene prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.
Mail Theft
February 8 at 3:01 p.m., a caller in the 200 block of W. Pomona called to report one of her packages was stolen from the mail room. This investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft
February 8 at 5:52 p.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report her wallet was stolen from her purse while shopping at a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
February 9 at 11:47 a.m., an employee from a business in the 1100 block of E. Huntington called to report that a rental vehicle had not been returned yet. The vehicle was entered into the stolen vehicle system. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
February 9 at 1:56 p.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report that she was shopping at a business nearby when unknown male and female subjects scammed her out of money. This investigation is continuing.
Trespassing
February 9 at 7:20 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of Monrovista reported a female subject trespassing. Officers arrived and spoke with all parties. The owners of the property did not want her arrested, they only wanted her to leave. The female subject left the area. This investigation is continuing.
Disturbing the Peace
February 9 at 8:32 p.m., a witness in the 300 block of S. Myrtle reported a large group of teenagers yelling at each other and acting aggressively. Officers arrived, located the teenagers, who reported the dispute was a misunderstanding. The juveniles causing the problem left the area. This investigation is continuing.
Reckless Burning – Suspect Arrested
February 10 at 6:54 a.m., a caller in the 1000 block of S. Canyon reported a male subject had set fire to a trash can. Officers arrived and located the fire and the subject who started the fire. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Vandalism
February 10 at 12:38 p.m., vandalism was reported in the 600 block of E. Lemon. The caller reported someone smashed the window to her vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Theft
February 11 at 2:57 p.m., a resident in the 300 block of W. Lime called to report a package theft had just occurred. This investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
February 11 at 8:43 p.m., an officer was patrolling the 100 block of E. Olive when she saw a motorist driving recklessly. She conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver who appeared to be under the influence. A DUI investigation confirmed that the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Battery on Officer
February 11 at 9:44 p.m., a resident in the 500 block of W. Duarte reported her sister was experiencing a "mental breakdown." Officers and MFD responded. It was determined the sister was intoxicated and in need of a mental evaluation. As officers assisted the female subject onto a gurney she bit an officer on the arm.
Domestic Violence / Firearm Theft / Grand Theft Auto – Suspect Arrested
February 12 at 2:50 a.m., a resident in the 600 block of W. Olive reported her boyfriend had just battered her, took her car without permission, stole a firearm, and fled the location. This investigation is continuing.
Burglary
February 12 at 7:07 a.m., a business in the 200 block of W. Duarte called to report that a storage area was broken into and property was taken. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
February 12 at 8:01 a.m., a resident in the 300 block of E. Olive called to report that his locked vehicle had been broken into overnight and items stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Mental Evaluation
February 12 at 2:50 a.m., callers in the 300 block of S. Myrtle reported hearing a female blowing a whistle and yelling. Officers arrived and located the female subject. Officers determined that she was unable to care for herself and was in need of a mental evaluation.
Petty Theft
February 13 at 7:08 p.m., a victim called to report that an unknown subject had stolen her purse while in a restaurant in the 500 block of W. Huntington. This investigation is continuing.
Non-Injury Traffic Collision
February 13 at 9:56 p.m., officers responded to the area of California and Duarte regarding a traffic collision.
Fraud
February 14 at 9:55 a.m., a resident in the 1700 block of S. Mayflower reported that they were a victim of fraud. The victim said that money was withdrawn from his checking account using his debit card, but he still had his debit card in his possession. This investigation is continuing.
Court Order Violation
February 14 at 11:27 a.m., a resident in the 500 block of E. Cypress reported that a subject drove by his residence, yelled obscenities at him and drove away. The subject was in violation of an active restraining order. The suspect was identified. This investigation is continuing.
Reckless Driver
February 14 at 2:03 p.m., an officer witnessed a driver make several traffic violations in the area of Central and Myrtle. The officer pulled over the driver, issued them a citation, and released the driver at the scene.
Fight in Progress
February 14 at 2:14 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of W. Lemon reported that a large group of juveniles were fighting and dozens more were watching. Officers responded to the scene and located several victims. This investigation is continuing.
Assistant City Manager Lauren Vasquez Wins California Cities Award
Monrovia Assistant City Manager, Lauren Vasquez, has received the Award for the Advancement of Diverse Communities from the League of California Cities for helping enact more than 40 programs and policies aimed at boosting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Valentine’s Lunch at Bella Serra
Had Valentine’s Day lunch at Bella Serra, on the east side of Myrtle, just north of Lemon. Got the Cioppino for $35 and a beer for $7. Very good.
- Brad Haugaard
For Vin, Everyone Is His Best Friend
One-year-old Vin is a happy-go-lucky lab/husky mix who has never met a person who is not his new BFF.
Vin is sure to steal your heart with his silly nature and A+ personality. He is very cuddly and playful, and he seems to get along well with other similar-sized dogs.
He recently spent the day out with the Pasadena Humane mobile team and had a wonderful time. He met dozens of people, played with every toy he could find, and got to practice all his training cues. He made fast friends with one of the other dogs- they even traded toys back and forth.
Vin is an active dog, so he would be an ideal hiking or walking companion. He walks very nicely next to his person like the well-behaved boy he is!
Vin and all other animals over 6 months old can be adopted for only $14 from February 8 – 18, during Pasadena Humane’s Make Your Heart Happy-Adopt A Pet promotion! 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. Daily adoption appointments can be scheduled online. New adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Walk-in appointments are available every day from 2:00 – 5:00. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
Free Monrovia Neighborhood Conference April 27
The 14th Annual Monrovia Neighborhood Conference on April 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., offers free booths, lunch, and health screenings and workshops on leadership, community resources, and local history. At Second Baptist Church. Details and registration here.
- Brad Haugaard
A Moment in Monrovia History: Monrovia High Sophomore Class of 1918
Monrovia High School sophomore class of 1918. Interesting that the schools were apparently not segregated at that time. L to R front row: Marian Harvey, Leona Ames, Mildred Marshall, Grace Hoerger, Elizabeth Palmer, Ivy Anderson, Evalyn Grimes, Dorothy Dodd, Thelma Black, Emily Williams, Dorothy Cassill. Second row: -- Ball, Grace Collins, Hazel Robinson, Beulah McHugh, Helen Kent, Maybelle Hill, Eleanor Everest, Mary Schachter, Mollie Cass, Ruby Root, --, Lenore Talbot, -- McFadden, Lucille Laird, Lou Remington, --. Back row: Merritt Fleming, Ernst Maag, Alfred Cass, John Adams, Myron Hotchkiss, Warren Chadwick, Robert Bowman, Thomas Ross, Paul Dupar, Richard Howey, John Walters, Lee Crane, Clyde Sherwood, Raymond Herr. M.G. Boynton, Lora C. Rau (Teachers). From the Myron Hotchkiss collection. See full details here.
City Considering Two New 25 MPH Zones
At its next meeting (agenda here) the city's Traffic Safety Committee will consider installing 25 mph signs on S. Eighth Ave. between W. Duarte Road and El Norte Ave., and on S. Alta Vista Ave.
- Brad Haugaard
Black History Celebrationj at Library Feb. 17
Black History Month celebration Feb. 17, at Library with a spotlight on African American arts. Storyteller Ina Buckner-Barnette and crafts in the Youth Services area. Contact: asimpson@ci.monrovia.ca.us or 256-8269.
- Brad Haugaard
Learn About the Planets at Library Feb. 15
Learn about the planets at the Space Exploration event on Feb. 15, 6-8 p.m. at the Library. Learning stations and telescope viewing with Sidewalk Astronomers and Monrovia High Astronomy Club if good weather. No reservation required. Contact: asimpson@ci.monrovia.ca.us or 256-8269.
- Brad Haugaard
School Board to Consider New Principal Position
~ Creating a new administrative job, Alternative Education and Expanded Learning Principal. That person would oversee Canyon Oaks High School and Mountain Park Independent Study. Details.
~ Recognizing February as Black History Month, as Career and Technical Education Month, and designating Feb. 5-9 as National School Counseling Week.
- Brad Haugaard
City Wins Excellence Award for Lucinda Garcia Park Improvements
Monrovia has been selected for the 2023 California Park and Recreation Society Award of Excellence for the Lucinda Garcia Park Improvement Project. The award recognizes outstanding achievements of agencies and individuals in the areas of design, park planning, marketing, communication, and community improvement and programming. Details in video.
- Brad Haugaard
City Wants Your Thoughts on Streetlights
The city wants to know what you think of some new streetlights. At night, check out the streetlights along Almond from South Canyon to California; along California from Almond to Maple; and along East Maple from California to Shamrock. These are warm-white LED bulbs designed to mimic the amber glow of traditional streetlights. They also use 30 to 70 percent less electricity, are more reliable and last longer. Let the city know what you think here.
- Brad Haugaard
New Playground Equipment Coming to Rotary Park
As shown here, the company, Landscape Structures, will add new equipment and playground surfacing to Rotary Park. It should be finished for summer.
- Brad Haugaard
State of the City Address Feb. 13
Residents are invited to the 2024 State of the City Address at LOOK Cinemas in Old Town on Feb. 13 at 5 p.m. City departments will host booths with activities and information, followed by the address at 6 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Talk On Tongva Tribe at Monrovia Historical Museum
The Monrovia Historic Preservation Group is hosting a talk about the local indigenous Tongva Indians on Sunday, Feb. 11, at 1:30 p.m. at the Monrovia Historical Museum. Deb Ogden, a retired educator from the Duarte Unified School District, will speak. Admission is free, and refreshments will be provided.
- Brad Haugaard
MTown House Party at Library Park March 10
There will be a House Party to celebrate the MTown Awards at the bandshell at Library Park on March 10 starting at 1 p.m. The event will feature music from Chris Loos, David Cardena, Big Mace 3000, DJ Rox Mix, and a special guest. The MTown Awards beginning at 3 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
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