West Covina Press_5/25/2023

State board declares LA County juvenile halls unsuitable to detain youth

By City News Service

Astateregulatory board Tuesday declared Los Angeles County's Barry J. Nidorf and Central juvenile halls unsuitable to house predisposition youth and ordered the county to relocate such detainees out of the facilities within 60 days.

Members of the Board of State and Community Corrections said they felt they had no alternative other than to make the declara-

tion, citing a protracted history of short-comings at the facilities, which were found in recent inspections to still be out of compliance with numerous state standards. Board members called the county's recently approved "aggressive" plans for an overhaul of its juvenile detention system too little, too late.

Representatives for the county unsuccessfully asked the board for a 150-day delay

county representative told the board Tuesday.

The order will not impact post-disposition youth housed in a Secure Youth Treatment Facility within Nidorf hall in Sylmar. Central Juvenile Hall is in Lincoln Heights.

In a lengthy presentation to the board, representatives for the county outlined the county's ambitious efforts to move youth out of the two facilities. Margarita Perez, a former assistant chief probation officer, appeared on behalf of the county and conceded there have been historic failures to correct shortcomings at the facilities, but she said another 150 days would "allow us to transfer our predisposition youth to Los Padrinos Hall ... with the least amount of

disruption to youth, their families, our staff and their partners."

Perez said forcing the county to relocate all youth from the facilities within 60 days "will undoubtedly contribute to some level of chaos and confusion."

But the pleas for another delay fell on deaf ears. Board chair Linda Penner said she appreciates the "extremely meaningful" improvements the county has in the works, but she added: "I've heard this before from Los Angeles County."

Fellow board members Kirk Haynes added, "It is a plan that is way too late." He said the county should have anticipated a move of the youth months ago and begun its preparations then.

In a statement following the vote, Interim LA County Chief Probation Officer Guillermo Viera Rosa said that while he was "disappointed" in the 60-day timeline being imposed, "we agree that it is time for the department to discontinue using these facilities for housing predisposition youth."

"We are already executing a plan to transfer these youth, staff, programs, and services to Los Padrinos by the deadline," he said. "We also want to make clear that the BSCC's decision today will not result in the release of hundreds of youth, as some have erroneously alleged. As we look forward to the methodical

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Judge's ruling favors tenants in landlord challenge to renter protection laws

By City News Service

Ajudge has ruled in favor of tenants regarding two new city renter protection laws against a challenge from a local landlords group.

On Friday, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff denied a motion from the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles for a preliminary injunction to halt the enforcement of the pair of ordinances adopted by the City Council aimed at protecting Los Angeles residents from eviction and homelessness. Beckloff also permitted tenant rights groups InnerCity Struggle and Community Power Collective to join the city in the defense of the protections.

in the board's action, saying plans are already under way to relocate predisposition youth detainees to the previously closed Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall in Downey, but doing so in 60 days could create "chaos" and safety concerns.

Roughly 275 predisposition youth — those who have not yet had their criminal cases resolved in court — are currently housed in the Nidorf and Central halls, a

The City Council adopted the new permanent tenant protections in February as COVID eviction protections expired. The laws include the Nonpayment Threshold Ordinance, which prohibits evictions based on nonpayment unless the tenant is behind at least one month's fair market rent, and the Relocation Assistance for Economic Displacement Ordinance, which requires landlords to provide relocation assistance to tenants forced to leave due to a significant rent increase.

The apartment association filed a petition in March 2023 seeking to overturn the ordinances.

Under the ordinances, Los Angeles residents can no longer be evicted for being a little bit short on paying rent, nor will they be forced to move in response to exorbitant rent increases without moving and relocation expenses.

"The new permanent tenant protections adopted by the LA City Council were part of a historic expansion of tenant rights in the city and were designed to help keep thousands of tenants housed in an increasingly unaffordable city," said Stephano Medina, a

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Pasadena Playhouse named Regional Theatre Tony Award honoree

Central Juvenile Hall. | Photo courtesy of LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis’ Office

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May 26

Garden Grove Strawberry Festival

Village Green Park | 12732 Main St., Garden Grove, CA 92840 | May 26-29 | strawberryfestival.org

The FREE four-day festival will feature music and shows, carnival rides and games, food vendors, celebrity meetand-greets, and more.

May 27

‘10 Things I Hate About You’

LA State Historic Park | 1245 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 | May 27 | cinespia.org

Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew” gets a ‘90s twist in this enemy-to-lovers romcom set in an American high school starring Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Larisa Oleynik and Gabrielle Union. DJ sets before and after the film will have you partying like it’s the millennium all over again. Wear your Skechers and Prada backpacks, grab a drink and popcorn, and get ready for a fun night out.

May 28

Desert Food Festival

Fullenwider Auditorium | 46350 Arabia St., Indio, CA 92201 | May 28 | datefest.org

Feast on BBQ, local beers and frozen margaritas while enjoying live musical performances from local artists, DJ sets, free bounce houses, and cool air conditioning.

May 29

2023 Memorial Day Flower Drop

Palm Springs Air Museum | 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92262 | May 29 | palmspringsairmuseum.org

Honor fallen members of the armed forces at this special event featuring a missing-man formation fly-by, and flower drop of over 3,000 red and white carnations from a vintage warbird. There will be flight exhibitions all day, along with warbird rides, kids activities, a jazz band, and food vendors.

May 30

Candlelight OC: Frank Sinatra And Nat King Cole

The Nixon Library | 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886 | May 30 | feverup.com

PureSoul Los Angeles performs an intimate program featuring songs like “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” and “Unforgettable.”

Crowd at 2022 Garden Grove Straberry Festival. | Photo by Dave Smithson / Garden Grove Strawberry Festival

Anaheim mayor invites queer, trans nuns group to Angels Pride Night

By City News Service

Anaheim's mayor has invited a group of self-described queer and transgender nuns that was briefly disinvited from the Los Angeles Dodgers' annual LGBTQ+ Pride Night to be her guest at the Los Angeles Angels' upcoming pride night. On Monday, the Dodgers publicly apologized to the organization and again invited the group to take part in the event.

"I'm inviting the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to join me for @Angels Pride Night at Anaheim Stadium on June 7," Mayor Ashleigh Aitken tweeted Saturday. "Pride should be inclusive and like many, I was disappointed in the Dodgers decision."

Neither the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence nor the Angels immediately responded to a request for comment Sunday. It was not clear whether the group would accept the invitation, or whether they would have any official participation in the team's June 7 event.

"I think it was a missed opportunity to really err on the side of being inclusive and err on the side of standing up for our marginalized communities, especially on the eve of Harvey Milk Day, especially on the eve of Pride Month," Aitken told ABC7 of the Dodgers' decision to revoke their invitation.

The Dodgers' decision, announced May 17, came after complaints raised by several Catholic organizations and Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, who said the group — billed as an "order of queer and trans nuns" — regularly disparaged Christians.

"This year, as part of a full night of programming, we invited a number of groups to join us," according to a statement issued by the team. "We are now aware that our inclusion of one group in particular — The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence — in this year's Pride Night has been the source of some controversy.

"Given the strong feelings of people who have been offended by the sisters' inclusion in our evening, and in an effort not to distract from the great benefits that we have seen over the years of Pride Night, we are deciding to remove them

from this year's group of honorees."

The group had been scheduled to receive a Community Hero Award at the team's June 16 Pride Night, honoring its efforts to promote human rights, diversity and "spiritual enlightenment."

The Sisters issued a statement May 18 expressing "deep offense" at being uninvited to the event, calling the decision a capitulation to "hateful and misleading information from people outside their community." The group insisted it is a nonprofit organization that "annually raises thousands of dollars to distribute to organizations supporting marginalized communities."

"Our ministry is real. We promulgate universal joy, expiate stigmatic guilt and our use of religious trappings is a response to those faiths whose members

would condemn us and seek to strip away the rights of marginalized communities," Sister Rosie Partridge, described as the "abbess" of the group, said in a statement.

The Sisters' website describes the organization as "a leading-edge order of queer and trans nuns."

Other high-profile Southland supporters of LGBTQ rights also chimed in, expressing disappointment in the Dodgers' decision.

The Dodgers' original decision to honor the group drew criticism from various Catholic organizations. Bill Donohue, president of the Catholic League, accused the team of "rewarding antiCatholicism" by honoring the group.

"The Catholic League has been the leading critic of this bigoted organization for many decades," Donohue wrote on the organization's

website. "These homosexual bigots are known for simulating sodomy while dressed as nuns."

He added, "Just last month, they held an event mocking our Blessed Mother and Jesus on Easter Sunday."

Donohue said he wrote to Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred to protest the Dodgers' decision to honor the group.

Rubio also sent a complaint to Manfred, saying the group "mocks Christians through diabolical parodies of our faith."

"Do you believe that the Los Angeles Dodgers are being ‘inclusive and welcoming to everyone’ by giving an award to a group of gay and transgender drag performers that intentionally mocks and degrades Christians — and not only Christians, but nuns, who devote their lives to serving others?" Rubio wrote in his letter.

The organization Catholic Vote also condemned the group's inclusion in the Dodgers' event. Its president, Brian Burch, issued a statement last week hailing the team's decision to exclude the group, which he called "an anti-Catholic hate group known for their gross mockery of Catholic nuns."

"While we continue to wonder how such a group was selected in the first place, this incident should serve as a wake-up call for all religious believers: unchecked woke corporations have no qualms about exploiting people of faith," Burch said.

On May 17, Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath blasted the team for disinviting the Sisters.

"If they're not invited, I'm not going," she wrote on her Twitter page. "Celebrating Pride is about inclusion. Do better."

OC diocese condemns Anaheim mayor's invitation to queer, trans nuns

By City News Service

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange on Monday criticized the decision by Anaheim's mayor to invite a group of self-described "queer and trans nuns" that was disinvited from the Los Angeles Dodgers' annual LGBTQ+ Pride Night to be her guest at the Angels' upcoming pride night.

"The decision to openly embrace a group whose demeaning behavior is

anti-Catholic and antiChristian is misguided and disrespectful to the sisters of the Catholic Church who minister in Orange County and selflessly dedicate their lives to God's underserved people," said Jarryd Gonzales, spokesman for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange.

"We cannot condone any actions that have historically shown such high levels of disregard for the sincerely

held beliefs of the faithful."

Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken announced her decision over the weekend by tweeting, "I'm inviting the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to join me for @Angels Pride Night at Anaheim Stadium on June 7.Pride should be inclusive and like many, I was disappointed in the Dodgers decision."

It remained unclear whether the group, the

Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, would accept the invitation.

The Dodgers' decision, announced May 17, came after complaints raised by several Catholic organizations and Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, who said the group regularly disparaged Christians.

"This year, as part of a full night of programming, we invited a number of groups to join us," according to a

statement that was issued by the team. "We are now aware that our inclusion of one group in particular — The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence — in this year's Pride Night has been the source of some controversy.

"Given the strong feelings of people who have been offended by the sisters' inclusion in our evening, and in an effort not to distract from the great benefits that we have seen over the

years of Pride Night, we are deciding to remove them from this year's group of honorees."

The group had been scheduled to receive a Community Hero Award at the team's June 16 Pride Night, honoring its efforts to promote human rights, diversity and "spiritual enlightenment."

The Sisters issued a

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A group photo shows the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. | Photo courtesy of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Inc./Facebook

Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken. | Photo courtesy of the city of Anaheim

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Pasadena

Man arrested in Pasadena after burglary attempt

A 36-year-old man suspected of attempting to burglarize a home in San Marino Saturday was arrested. The resident of the house called police at 11:49 a.m. and reported a man started entering the house through an open side door but the resident closed the door, Bestpitch said. "As the resident was contacting the police, the male looked over the adjoining fence and walked out of sight," Bestpitch said. Prado was booked at the Pasadena City Jail for suspicion of residential burglary of an inhabited dwelling, with bail set at $50,000, Bestpitch said.

La Canada-Flintridge

Settlement between businessman, relatives overrides large verdict award

A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit brought against the founder of the multimillion-dollar real estate business Kobeissi Properties in La CanadaFlintridge, which alleged he sexually abused two male relatives when they were children. The accord overrides a Burbank Superior Court jury's verdict last July awarding the now-adult brothers more than $12 million each for past and future pain and suffering and also resolves a related fraud action they filed against businessman Mike Kobeissi. Kobeissi came to the U.S. from Lebanon as a teenager in 1982. The lawsuit, filed in October 2018, alleged that while Kobeissi was staying with a relative, he began sexually abusing the relative's two sons by going into their rooms late at night for more than a decade.

Burbank

Avelo Airlines begins service from Burbank to Kalispell, Montana

Avelo Airlines is offering flights from Kalispell, Montana to Los Angeles starting Monday, and is the only airline to offer flights between Glacier Park International Airport and Hollywood Burbank Airport.

Seasonal service begins Monday and will operate twice weekly, on Mondays and Fridays, using Boeing Next-Generation 737s.

Customers can make reservations online at AveloAir. com. Avelo offers service to 12 destinations, including Boise, Idaho, Bozeman, Montana, Brownsville/ South Padre Island, Texas, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Pasco Tri-Cities, Washington and three Oregon cities, Bend/Redmond, Eugene and Medford/Rouge

Long Beach

Motorist killed in singlevehicle crash in Long Beach

A 42-year-old motorist killed in a single-vehicle crash was identified Tuesday by the Los Angeles County coroner's office as Raymond Darrah of Long Beach. The crash occurred at about 10 p.m. Monday on Anaheim Street near Santa Fe Avenue, the Long Beach Police Department reported. Paramedics pronounced the victim dead at the scene, police said. According to police, Darrah was driving a 1967 AMC Rambler west on Anaheim Street when the car "veered off the roadway and struck a power pole."

Orange County

Orange County

3 hospitalized following crash in Irvine

Three victims were hospitalized Friday following a multivehicle crash in Irvine. The crash happened about 2:20 p.m. at Jamboree Road and Main Street in Irvine, said Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Sean Doran. There were four to five vehicles reported to be involved in the crash. Two were trapped and three were taken to hospitals while one declined additional medical attention, Doran said. Further details were not immediately available.

Anaheim

Officials ID 2 men killed at Anaheim shopping district; probe continuing

Two men who were fatally injured at Anaheim's GardenWalk shopping district over the weekend were identified Monday, and police sought the public's help in solving the crime. Officers went to a parking structure in the 300 block of West Katella Avenue just west of Disneyland at about 2 a.m. Sunday, said Sgt. Jon McClintock of the Anaheim Police Department. "Officers were dispatched to the structure after a large fight and shooting were reported," McClintock said in a statement Monday morning. "Officers located 32-yearold Deonte Marquis Lenin of Highland suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Lenin was pronounced dead at the scene. A second victim, 21-year-old Elian Tanori Arvayo of Phoenix, Arizona, was located in a different part of the structure suffering from blunt force trauma. Arvayo was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries."

Riverside

Riverside County Coachella man, 43, fatally

struck by train in Coachella

A 43-year-old man was fatally struck by a train in Coachella, authorities said Wednesday. The victim, a resident of Coachella who has not been identified, was injured at around 4:50 p.m. Tuesday on the tracks by Grapefruit Boulevard, south of Avenue 48, according to the Riverside County coroner's office. Fire crews responded at around 5:19 p.m. to reports of a pedestrian struck by a train in the area, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. He was pronounced dead at 5:30 p.m., according to the coroner's office. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department's Thermal station was investigating.

Riverside

Motorcyclist killed in crash with sedan in Riverside

A motorcyclist was killed Sunday morning in a crash with a vehicle in Riverside, authorities said. A silver 2010 Lexus sedan, driven by a 20-year-old Fullerton resident, was going westbound on Indiana Avenue, when the car turned in front of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle that was also going westbound, triggering a collision, said Sgt. James Elliot of the Riverside Police Department. Officers dispatched about 12:15 a.m. to the intersection of Indiana Avenue and Madison Street located the motorcyclist, a 66-yearold man, suffering from serious injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene, Elliot said.

Corona

CHP: Pedestrian killed walking in fast lane on 91 Freeway in Corona

A 21-year-old man was struck and killed while

walking on the Riverside (91)Freeway in Corona, authorities said Monday. Cory Hunter of Corona was fatally injured just before 3 a.m. Sunday on the eastbound 91, roughly a half-mile west of Serfas Club Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol. Officer Javier Navarro told City News Service that Hunter was walking in the fast lane, for reasons unknown, when a woman at the wheel of a Toyota Corolla approached at an undetermined speed. "She was unable to avoid the pedestrian, and he was struck in the number one lane," Navarro said.

San Bernardino

San Bernardino County

Authorities ID San Bernardino County man killed in crash on 60 Freeway

Authorities Friday identified a man who was killed in a traffic crash on the Pomona (60)Freeway in Diamond Bar over the weekend. The crash occurred at about 4:25 a.m. Sunday on the eastbound 60 Freeway near the Orange (57) Freeway, the California Highway Patrol reported. Francisco Rojo Jr, 23, of the San Bernardino County community of Chino died at the scene, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office and the CHP. The circumstances of the crash were under investigation.

San Bernardino

Children’s fund seeks backpack donations

Thousands of new backpacks filled with school supplies will be going out to children throughout the region thanks to the San Bernardino County-based non-profit Children’s Fund. This year, people

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who want to help have two different options. The first is a straight donation on their website. Monetary donations will go directly towards purchasing backpacks and filling them with new school supplies for students in the age ranges of K-2, 3-5, and 6-12. The second option is for people to organize and run their own backpack drives on behalf of Children’s Fund, which is providing lists and printable collateral to help individuals put on a drive in their office, church, etc. These materials can be found on the Children’s Fund website. New and filled backpacks will be accepted from 9 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31, and Thursday, July 13; at their warehouse located at 1140 E. Cooley Ave. in San Bernardino.

Ontario

City of Ontario conducting banner program during remainder of Military Appreciation Month

Military appreciation month is a time to honor and show gratitude for the sacrifices and service of the men and women who have served in the armed forces. In Ontario, the military banner program is an excellent way to pay tribute to local military members and their families. Each banner will remain up for a period of two years, then be retired and given to the service member or family. If the family or service member would like the banner left up for additional service time, a second banner can be purchased by the family.

“It's a powerful way to recognize and celebrate the sacrifices and service of our military members, while also showcasing our community's pride and support for those who have served our country,” the city mentioned on Facebook.

M onrovia May 11

At 8:09 a.m., a stolen vehicle was reported in the 200 block of West Chestnut. This investigation is continuing.

At 9:05 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 2600 block of South Myrtle regarding a male subject drinking alcohol in public and acting inappropriately. The subject was contacted and it was determined he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 9:06 a.m., a vehicle tampering was reported in the 400 block of Genoa. The victim left her unlocked vehicle parked overnight and when she returned, she found her vehicle doors open and it had been ransacked. No property was taken. This investigation is continuing.

At 11:32 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Duarte regarding a stolen vehicle. This investigation is continuing.

At 1:22 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of West Huntington regarding a subject who entered a business and threatened to sexually assault the employees. The subject exited the business. The subject was located and detained by officers nearby. The subject was determined to be a danger to others and was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

May 12

At 2:09 a.m., while on patrol in the 1800 block of South Myrtle, an officer saw a motorist commit a traffic violation. The officer conducted a traffic stop and upon contact with the driver, he noticed the driver displayed signs of being intoxicated. A field sobriety test confirmed the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 7:13 a.m., a victim in the 900 block of South Primrose called to report that an unknown suspect(s) attempted to steal his vehicle, which has been stored without use for years. This investigation is continuing.

At 9:54 a.m., officers were

patrolling the 2200 block of South Peck when they saw a vehicle that appeared to be abandoned. A computer check revealed the vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

May 13

At 2:10 a.m., a resident in the 800 block of Genoa reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 9:30 a.m., a victim in the 700 block of West Huntington reported his work vehicle had been broken into and merchandise and tools had been stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 1:16 p.m., a victim came into the MPD lobby to report that his vehicle was broken into the previous night in the 700 block of West Huntington and tools were stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 4:12 p.m., a resident in the 1100 block of South Fifth reported his vehicle had been stolen overnight. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:03 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of West Foothill reported a male subject laying across a sidewalk. Officers and paramedics arrived and found the subject to be heavily intoxicated. When officers attempted to arrest the subject, he physically resisted, and spit on a paramedic and on officers. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

May 14

At 8:29 p.m., a guest of a hotel in the 700 block of West Huntington stepped outside the hotel and was confronted by her husband who had followed her from their home. There had been an unreported domestic violence incident that occurred in another city and she was attempting to get away from him. He grabbed her cell phone out of her hands and she screamed for help. He let go of her phone and left the area. He was gone prior to the officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

May 15

At 2:14 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 100 block of North Mayflower when he

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saw a suspicious vehicle. He stopped the motorist and the driver appeared to be heavily intoxicated. 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.

At 9:10 a.m., a victim in the 700 block of West Foothills reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 12:08 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of California and Huntington regarding a traffic collision. A driver ran a red light and collided with another vehicle.

At 12:46 p.m., a caller reported a disturbing subject in the 100 block of North Myrtle. Officers arrived and determined a delivery driver became upset and punched the rear window of a vehicle, causing it to break. The driver had cuts on his hand that required him to be transported to the hospital. This investigation is continuing.

At 5:07 p.m., a caller in the area of Myrtle and Duarte reported a male subject laying on a park bench with a possible gun in his waistband. Officers arrived and detained the subject. The subject did not have a gun, but he did have narcotics and a bench warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

May 16

At 11:46 a.m., multiple callers reported a vehicle collision where a vehicle had rolled over in the area of Royal Oaks and Mountain. Officers and MFD responded to the scene and extracted a female driver who was later transported to the hospital for non-lifethreatening injuries. The cause of the collision was speed and failure to yield to oncoming traffic, which resulted in a broadside collision.

At 11:34 a.m., a caller in the 500 block of Ranchito reported his vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:18 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of West Lemon reported she had found her neighbor unresponsive. Officers and MFD responded and

determined the female subject was deceased. The female had a history of medical conditions. A local mortuary responded.

May 17

At 9:01 a.m., a witness reported a semi-truck ran over a fire hydrant in the 3300 block of South Peck. Officers and MFD arrived on the scene and controlled the water and cleared the roadway afterward. The driver of the truck was cited.

At 10:11 a.m., a caller reported two juveniles walking away from the 100 block of North Ivy. Officers did an area search but could not locate the juveniles. The two juveniles have a history of running away. They were entered into the missing person's database. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:33 p.m., a victim reported her wallet was stolen from a business in the 700 block of East Huntington. The victim also claimed her credit cards were used at another store. This investigation is continuing.

At 4:22 p.m., a caller reported her ex-boyfriend has been texting and calling her which violated a court order. This investigation is continuing.

At 10:02 p.m., a business in the 600 block of West Huntington reported a shoplifting in progress. Officers arrived and detained the male subject before he was able to flee. His duffle bag was full of unpaid merchandise. He was arrested, issued a citation and released at the scene.

Arcadia

May 14

At 9:36 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 300 block of West Duarte Road regarding a domestic battery investigation. The officer discovered the wife hit her husband with a wine bottle and scratched him during a disagreement. Arcadia Fire transported the victim to USC Arcadia Hospital for treatment. The 34-year-old female from Arcadia is outstanding as of May 19.

May 15

At 10:04 p.m., an officer

responded to a residence in the 1300 block of South Second Avenue regarding a burglary investigation. The officer determined unknown suspect(s) entered the home through an unlocked rear sliding door and stole watches and pens. The incident occurred between May 13 and May 15.

May 16

At 1:23 a.m., an officer responded to the 400 block of Cambridge Drive regarding the activation of a GPS tracking device that the Arcadia Police Department had deployed to combat mail thefts. The officer located the suspect who was in possession of the device as well as stolen mail from 12 unique victims. The 55-year-old male from Rosemead was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

At 2:35 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1000 block of West Duarte Road regarding a commercial burglary investigation. The officer discovered someone had entered the victim’s open garage and stole tools. The crime happened sometime between May 13 at 9 p.m. and May 14 at 5 p.m.

At 5:32 p.m., an officer responded to Victoria’s Secret, located at 400 S. Baldwin Ave., regarding a grand theft investigation. The officer determined the unidentified suspect has repeatedly stolen a large number of bras from the store. The loss in this incident was nearly $3,000. The suspect is described as a White or Hispanic male, approximately 40 years old, 6-feet tall and 200 pounds.

May 17

At 3:11 p.m., an officer responded to the front counter of the Arcadia Police Department regarding a commercial burglary report that occurred at Souplantation, located at 301 E. Huntington Dr. The officer discovered someone entered the business and fled with numerous catering items and supplies.

May 18

At 9:55 p.m., An officer responded to Knockouts, 1580 Clark St., regarding the theft of a vehicle. The victim parked her vehicle on the street just north of the location at approximate-

ly 7:30 p.m., she returned a few hours later to find it had been stolen. El Monte Police Department located the vehicle the next day.

May 19

At 12:22 a.m., an officer responded to Santa Anita Barbershop, located at 667 Fairview Ave., regarding a commercial burglary investigation. Surveillance footage revealed a male suspect entered the business by smashing the front glass window and ransacked the location. The suspect did not steal anything, and the victim believes the crime may be related to a domestic dispute.

At 8:47 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 600 block of West Palm Avenue regarding suspicious circumstances. The resident heard glass breaking in his kitchen. An investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) forced entry into the residence by smashing the rear glass door leading into the kitchen. There appeared to be no loss of property. No suspects were located.

May 20

At 7:31 a.m., officers responded to SinBala, 651 W. Duarte Rd., regarding the report of a commercial burglary. An investigation revealed an unknown suspect forced entry through an interior screen door, ransacked an empty cash register and fled the location. The suspect is described as a male with a medium build wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and black pants.

At 8:52 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 300 block of West Palm Drive regarding a burglary in progress. The victim was watching the three suspects in his backyard from his cameras. A Pasadena Air Support Helicopter tracked the suspect vehicle as it fled the scene. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. Two female suspects were detained at the scene and one suspect was still outstanding. An investigation revealed the vehicle had stolen plates affixed to it. The 24-year-old female and the 38-year-old female, both from Pasadena, were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

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What a weekend! We all love Monrovia so much; we gave her a three-day birthday party. And oh, what a party it was!

A wonderful parade, full of our children, community leaders, our favorite businesses and organizations. The turn-out was awesome and boy, was it a blast. Rides, beer/sangria garden, carnival games, carnival food and knock-your-socksoff performances from our incredibly talented Centre Stage and Monrovia Unified kiddos. What outstanding talent! Courtney Spilker sang our National Anthem at the dignitary welcome and I cannot tell you what a phenomenal job she did. You had to be there, because you would have felt chills when she hit all the right notes, perfectly. What a beautiful voice. Thank you, Courtney. There were live bands at night and even better: the crowd of people dancing the night away. I love watching people dance. Whether they are good at it or not... they are ALL technically great.

Monrovia Old Town report: Parades, parties & beer, oh my!

By Shawn Spencer shawn@girlfridaysolutions.net

Carefree and having fun. It always makes me happy to see!

This production was a huge endeavor and a wonderful success. It was brought to us by the collaboration of Keely Milliken and her amazing team of family, friends, volunteers and students/performers. I do not know how she does it, but she sure does it well. Amazing job, Keely. Thank you.

Monrovia Days was also brought to us by the Monrovia Unified School District. Their financial contribution to the event is so appreciated but thank you for sharing your talented students with us. The students that performed throughout Monrovia Days were truly extraordinary. Monrovia Days was a celebration of Monrovia’s birthday, but it also celebrated and honored our scholars and champions, which was so well deserved.

Lastly, an event this big cannot be pulled off without the City of Monrovia. Our city staff is simply spectacu-

lar. They are so good at what they do, they make it look easy.

Thank you to everyone that made this such an amazing weekend celebration for our community. Keely Milliken and Centre Stage, MUSD, Monrovia city staff, the many hardworking volunteers and the wonderful sponsors. Thank you.

If you are interested in saving dates for next year, the parade will be held on Thursday (evening), May 16, 2024. The carnival will be Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19.

One party down and one to go. Save the date, June 24, from 5-8 p.m., for the Monrovia Area Partnership’s 17th Anniversary Block Party. This free event is for the entire community and will be at Julian Fisher Park. There will be games, free BBQ, raffle prizes, informational booths, live music, lots of fun to be had, and more. If you would like to attend, please visit monroviaareapartnership. com/blockparty to R.S.V.P.

I would like to close by

wishing everyone a thoughtful Memorial Day. No matter what shortcomings America has, it is a wonderful and diverse place to live. One of the reasons for this are the brave and selfless military

servicemen and women that put their life on the line for all of us. Many of us have lost a friend, a family member or a loved one while they served our country. Even if you have not, this Monday, May

29, please take a moment to think about our lost service members; take a moment to thank them for their service and for their sacrifice. America: the land of the free because of the brave.

Re: “…Inspector general orders deputies to testify about alleged deputy gangs" (May 18 issue)

In my opinion, gang members are lawless misfits whose activities are harmful to society. Thus, most citizens regard those people with the same contempt and suspicion as pedophiles. Remember the revulsion we felt when it came to light that thousands of Catholic priests routinely subjected children under their care to sexual abuse?

And look at what has surfaced from the slime! Some deputy sheriffs, whose foremost responsibility is to protect our communities, are gang members!

Let’s hope now that Sheriff Robert Luna fulfills his promise that he will rid his department of those disgraceful creatures and replace them with honorable officers who will earn our respect by performing their sworn duty to protect us.

I fear, however, that since those vermin are experts in the use of firearms, and knowledgeable in police technology, they’ll be more dangerous as full-time gangsters than when they were employed as cops. Heaven help us!

David Quintero

Monrovia

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LA to benefit from White House's new homeless initiative

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nation, so that together we can ensure that a person that has to sleep in their car or on the street in this country has, like everyone else, a safe, stable, accessible and affordable home," McDonough said.

For the last several months, mayors, local and state leaders worked with the White House to develop the partnership.

Bass called the initiative a "historic" memorandum of understanding with cities. Bass talked about how homelessness has reached emergency levels in Los Angeles, with more than 47,000 Angelenos experi-

encing homelessness.

She also reviewed how her executive directives continue to streamline and expedite affordable housing developments, and interim and supportive housing. Bass highlighted her Inside Safe program, a citywide strategy to address homeless encampments and bring Angelenos inside.

"We have a bottleneck where we have more than 1,200 people in motel, but difficulty moving them into permanent supportive housing," Bass said. "That is why this MOU is so important because participat-

Trans nuns

ing in this MOU might be able to look at things like presumptive eligibility that would allow people to be housed right away, instead of spending months while we complete documents and verify that they're in fact in need."

Bass expressed that in partnership with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Agency and leadership from Va Lecia Adams Kellum, CEO of the agency, the city of Los Angeles can do some "groundbreaking work that can really provide a model for other cities and states experiencing homelessness."

Mayor Karen Bass joined officials from the White House and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness to introduce an initiative Thursday aimed at addressing the unsheltered homeless across the country as part of a strategic plan to reduce homelessness 25% by 2025.

Through the ALL INside initiative, the USICH and its 19 federal member agencies will partner with state and local governments to "strengthen and accelerate local efforts" to get unsheltered people into homes in six jurisdictions — Los Angeles, the state of California, Chicago, Dallas, Seattle and Phoenix Metro.

Susan Rice, White House director of domestic policy, said the plan emphasizes the importance of pursuing policies that have been proven to work, like Housing First, a federal homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness. The plan also focuses on homelessness prevention.

"Many of the people who are homeless are veterans,

who served our country, and youth, who aged out of foster care and had no supports to help them thrive," Rice said during a news conference introducing ALL INside. "People are living on the streets not by choice, but despite trying to remain housed and for various reasons they could not."

According to Rice, during the coronavirus pandemic, one of the "worst economic" period in the nation's history, the Biden-Harris Administration deployed more than $11 million in emergency rental assistance payments and pursued "ambitious" mortgage forbearance policies to help Americans remain housed.

"That's why homelessness remarkably remained flat between 2020 and 2022," Rice said. "We know we can't meaningfully address our nation's homelessness problem without a distinct focus on unsheltered homelessness."

Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough, chair of the USICH, touched upon how "much progress" has been made to prevent and end veteran homelessness. Since 2010, there's been a 55% decrease of

veterans experiencing homelessness, but there are still more than 33,000 who are, McDonough added.

"For VA's part, not only, we will remain active in this initiative, but we set our own goal to engage 28,000 unsheltered veterans to help them obtain housing and other wraparound services," McDonough said.

Under the initiative, federal officials will be embedded in each community to accelerate locally driven strategies and enact changes to reduce homelessness. Teams will be deployed across the federal government to identify opportunities for regulatory relief and flexibilities, navigate federal funding, and facilitate a peer learning network.

In addition, the Biden Administration will undertake policy efforts to address major barriers to housing, health care and other support for people experiencing homelessness.

"Although we will start in the communities that are represented here today, we will share what we learned from this initiative with the rest of the

statement May 18 expressing "deep offense" at being uninvited to the event, calling the decision a capitulation to "hateful and misleading information from people outside their community." The group insisted it is a nonprofit organization that "annually raises thousands of dollars to distribute to organizations supporting marginalized communities."

The Sisters' website describes the organization as "a leading-edge order of queer and trans nuns."

Other high-profile Southland supporters of LGBTQ rights also chimed in, expressing disappointment in the Dodgers' decision.

The Dodgers' original decision to honor the group drew criticism from various Catholic organizations. Bill Donohue, president of the Catholic League, accused the team of "rewarding anti-Catholicism" by honoring the group. Donohue said he wrote to Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred to protest the Dodgers' decision to honor the group.

Rubio also sent a complaint to Manfred, saying the group "mocks Christians through diabolical parodies of our faith."

The organization Catholic Vote also condemned the group's inclusion in the Dodgers' event. Its president, Brian Burch, issued a statement May 17 hailing the team's decision to exclude the group, which he called "an anti-Catholic hate group known for their gross mockery of Catholic nuns."

Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath blasted the team for disinviting the Sisters.

"If they're not invited, I'm not going," she wrote May 17 on her Twitter page. "Celebrating Pride is about inclusion. Do better." Following public backlash to the rescinded invitation, the Dodgers on Monday publicly apologized to the organization and again invited the group to take part in the Pride Night.

Bishop Kevin Vann leads the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange. | Photo courtesy of Kim Tieu Thu/ Wikimedia Commons (CC0 1.0)

A homeless encampment sits just down the street from Los Angeles City Hall. | Photo courtesy of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness

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Dodgers backtrack, renew Pride Night invite to queer, trans nuns

By City News Service

The saga surrounding a group of selfdescribed "queer and trans nuns" took another twist Monday when the Dodgers — who earlier rescinded an invitation for the group to participate in the team's Pride Night — publicly apologized to the organization and again invited the group to take part in the event.

There was no immediate comment from the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, but the Dodgers indicated in a statement that the group's members "have agreed to receive the gratitude of our collective communities for the lifesaving work that they have done tirelessly for decades."

"After much thoughtful feedback from our diverse communities, honest conversations within the Los Angeles Dodgers organization and generous discussions with the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, the Los Angeles Dodgers would like to offer our sincerest apologies to the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, members of the LGBTQ+ community and their friends and families," according to a team statement Monday afternoon. ...

"In the weeks ahead, we

will continue to work with our LGBTQ+ partners to better educate ourselves, find ways to strengthen the ties that bind and use our platform to support all of our fans who make up the diversity of the Dodgers family."

The Sisters organization is expected to receive a Community Hero Award during the team's Pride Night event, honoring the group's efforts to promote human rights, diversity and "spiritual enlightenment."

The Dodgers came under fire from a host of LGBTQ advocacy groups and elected officials following its decision to rescind its original invitation for the group to take part in Pride Night activities at Dodger Stadium. The Los Angeles LGBT Center called on the team to cancel Pride Night altogether, while organizers of LA Pride said they would not be participating in the event.

The Los Angeles LGBT Center issued a statement Monday calling the team's reversal "a step in the right direction."

"Last week's debacle underscores the dangerous impact of political tactics by those who seek to stoke the flames of anti-LGBTQ bias at a time when our rights are

under attack," the center's CEO, Joe Hollendoner, said. "We must continue to stand together as a community in defense of the rights and recognition of LGBTQ+ people in Los Angeles and beyond.

"The Center is filled with gratitude to our Los Angeles community, who mobilized to support the Sisters, all of which compelled the Dodgers to ultimately do right by LGBTQ+ people everywhere," Hollendoner continued. "We are proud to stand with the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, and will join them at Pride Night to honor their many important contributions to our movement. The Dodgers' course correction and the conversations we have had with the organization's leadership since last week demonstrates the version of allyship we have come to expect from the team over the years."

The Dodgers' decision last week to withdraw its invitation to the Sisters came after complaints were raised by several Catholic organizations and Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, who said the group regularly disparaged Christians.

Bill Donohue, president of the Catholic League,

accused the team of "rewarding anti-Catholicism" by honoring the group. Donohue said he wrote to Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred to protest the Dodgers' decision to honor the group.

Rubio also sent a complaint to Manfred, saying the group "mocks Christians through diabolical parodies of our faith."

The organization Catholic Vote also condemned the group's inclusion in the Dodgers' event. Its president, Brian Burch, issued a statement Wednesday hailing the team's decision to exclude the group, which he called "an anti-Catholic hate group known for their gross mockery of Catholic nuns."

The Sisters issued a statement last week expressing

"deep offense" at being uninvited to the event, calling the decision a capitulation to "hateful and misleading information from people outside their community."

The group insisted it is a nonprofit organization that "annually raises thousands of dollars to distribute to organizations supporting marginalized communities."

The Sisters' website describes the organization as "a leading-edge order of queer and trans nuns."

Meanwhile, over the weekend, Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken invited the Sisters to be her guests at the Los Angeles Angels Pride Night at Angel Stadium on June 7.

"Pride should be inclusive and like many, I was disappointed in the Dodgers

decision," Aitken wrote on social media.

On Monday, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange criticized Aitken for extending the invitation.

"The decision to openly embrace a group whose demeaning behavior is anti-Catholic and antiChristian is misguided and disrespectful to the sisters of the Catholic Church who minister in Orange County and selflessly dedicate their lives to God's underserved people," said Jarryd Gonzales, spokesman for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange.

"We cannot condone any actions that have historically shown such high levels of disregard for the sincerely held beliefs of the faithful."

VP Harris heads to Silicon Valley after 4-day Southland visit

By City News Service

Vice President Kamala Harris ended a four-day visit to Los Angeles Monday by flying to Silicon Valley for a roundtable discussion with tech CEOs to discuss the Biden-Harris administration's support for U.S. semiconductor research, development and manufacturing.

Harris was scheduled to return to Washington Monday afternoon following the discussion at the semiconductor firm's Santa Clara headquarters.

Harris has not made any public appearances since

Friday, when she toured a nonprofit organization, announced a federal partnership aimed at improving maternal health and went to Crypto.com Arena for the Los Angeles Sparks-Phoenix Mercury game, Mercury center Brittney Griner's first regular-season WNBA game following more than 10 month's imprisonment in Russia for a drug charge.

Harris touched down at Los Angeles International Airport around 1 p.m. Friday and was taken by motorcade to the Baldwin Hills headquarters of Baby2Ba-

by, which provides baby supplies to low-income mothers locally and nationally, and also offers information on available government support resources.

Harris met with a group of mothers during the visit, and announced a partnership between the nonprofit and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that will distribute Newborn Supply Kits — including essential goods and maternal health items — to new moms.

"There are approximately 8 million women in our

country right now who do not have Medicaid coverage who are of childbearing years," Harris said during her visit. "And when we look at the challenges that a new mom faces, they are immense. One of the biggest issues that this group is ... addressing is the issue of diapers. One in three families that need diapers don't have them.

"And let's understand what that means. First of all, it is about meeting the essential needs of a newborn, of a baby. It is also then, obviously, about

what that does in terms of the anxiety, the stress, the emotional harm to that parent and to that mother, in particular."

HHS on Friday also introduced a website at www. hhs.gov/newbaby providing information about federal resources and information on topics including health, feeding, child development and sleeping.

"The disparities in maternal and neonatal health care in this country are staggering — and unacceptable," HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said in

a statement. "The pilot program with Baby2Baby provides much needed supplies to mothers and their newborns.

"The Biden-Harris administration will continue to use every lever available to address the disparities in our health care system and provide whole-person care to pregnant people and their families. This is another strong example of government working in partnership with leaders in the community to solve

The Dodgers' 2023 Pride Night jersey. | Photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Dodgers

VP Harris

Rams begin organized team activities in final offseason workouts

By City News Service

problems for the American people."

Baby2Baby co-CEOs Norah Weinstein and Kelly Sawyer Patricof issued a joint statement saying they "want to ensure that new moms have everything they need to get their babies' lives started off on the right track. When we can provide these critical items, not only can mothers pay their rent and put food on the table, but it helps their mental health by alleviating the stress of meeting their children's most basic needs."

The first 3,000 Newborn Supply Kits will be distributed to mothers in Arkansas, Louisiana and New Mexico. The kits include hygiene items, blankets and thermometers for newborns, lotions, cold backs, breastfeeding items and other supplies.

Harris spoke to the Mercury in their locker room before their 94-71 loss with Griner scoring a game-high 18 points and received a jersey at midcourt from Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, the president of the Women's National Basketball Players Association, the union representing the league's players.

Harris had been scheduled to make an appearance at Cal State Dominguez Hills on May 18 for an MTV town hall meeting marking Mental Health Action Day. The Los Angeles Times reported that Harris pulled out of the event in a show of solidarity with striking Writers Guild of America members.

The Los Angeles Rams began the third and final phase of their 2023 offseason workout program Monday at California Lutheran University.

Veterans and drafted and undrafted rookies will participate in 10 days of organized team practice activity through June 8. Live contact is not permitted, but seven-onseven, nine-on-seven and 11-on-11 drills are allowed.

Team offense versus team defense drills were not permitted during the previous phases under terms of the league's collective bargaining agreement.

The practices are closed to the public.

Among the participating players are Georgia's two-time national championshipwinning quarterback Stetson Bennett, who the Rams selected with their first choice on the final day of the three-day NFL draft April 29.

The Rams used the 26th choice in the fourth round, the 128th overall selection, to draft the 25-year-old Bennett. The Rams acquired the pick one day earlier in a trade with the New York Giants, also acquiring the 26th choice in the third round, the 89th overall selection, in exchange for the 10th pick in the third round, the 73rd overall choice.

General manager Les Snead said the choice in part stemmed from Georgia's strong offensive line.

"Georgia has got a good offensive line so anytime you'd go to watch defenders in the SEC you'd go, 'Oh, let's watch Georgia. They're the best team. They've got a good offensive line and it was interesting,'" Snead said.

"You just come away going, 'Wow, I thought people said that guy was just maybe, whatever kind of manage the gametype QB,' but what you did is you just go, 'Whoa wait a minute. Look at that guy move. Look at him buy some time. Look at him anticipate some throws.'

"And just you come away thinking, 'Wow, he was a weapon for Georgia.' And I made a joke internally that he's got a bad PR agent because his image is not maybe being, let's call it a talented player, was probably a little

false."

Bennett completed his college career by quarterbacking the Bulldogs to 17 consecutive victories, including a 65-7 victory over TCU in the College Football Playoff title game Jan. 9 at SoFi Stadium where he threw four touchdown passes and ran for two more scores and was selected as the offensive player of the game.

Bennett was also the offensive player of the game in Georgia's victory over Ohio State in a College Football Playoff semifinal on New Year's Eve and both its playoff semifinal and title game victories for the 2021 season. Bennett was fourth in the voting for the 2022 Heisman Trophy, won by USC quarterback Caleb Williams.

Bennett began a six-season college career as a walk-on at Georgia in 2017 and did not play in a game. He transferred to Jones County Junior College in Ellisville, Mississippi for the 2018 season. He returned to Georgia for the 2019 season, became the starter on a permanent basis following an injury to former USC quarterback JT Daniels in the 2021 opener and kept the job for the rest of his college career.

Because of Bennett's "journey people take for granted that this guy is just a really good football player," Rams coach Sean McVay said.

"Because of the background and the way that he became the starter at Georgia is a little bit unconventional and it wasn't the five-star route, but I think it minimized the athleticism, the ability to create off-schedule," McVay said.

"He's a natural thrower of the football. He can play with great anticipation, throws the ball with accuracy, plays within the timing. He's around great players, but he elevated those guys. He sees the field well. You can seize processing things quickly and he's a lot better athlete than people give him credit for.

"And I think there's an edge to him that's a positive. You want some competitors that have some stuff to him that things don't always go well, they're unfazed and they can kind of move on and be able to reset themselves."

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Vice President Kamala Harris attends an event May 19 at Baby2Baby in Baldwin Hills. | Photo courtesy of Vice President Kamala Harris/Twitter

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Production company drops suit against Ye over 2022 Coachella cancellation

By City News Service

LA Archdiocese blasts Dodgers for backtracking, renewing Pride Night invite

By City News Service

Alawsuit has been droppedagainst rapper Ye and his three companies that alleged $7.1 million was owed to a production firm that worked on his behalf on various projects, including his Coachella appearances scheduled in 2022 that the singer formerly known as Kanye West later canceled.

Attorneys for the plaintiff, Phantom Labs Inc., filed court papers on Monday with Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Christopher Lui asking that the case be dismissed "with prejudice," meaning it cannot be refiled. The court papers do not state if a settlement was reached or if Phantom Labs is not pursuing the case for other reasons, but the judge in March ordered the parties, who agreed to participate in

mediation, to complete that effort by April 2024.

Phantom Labs, brought the case last July 14 against Ye and the firms Very Good Touring Inc., Yeezy Apparel LLC and Yeezy LLC. Phantom alleges that it performed its obligations to Ye, but was not paid as required under the parties' contract.

According to the suit, just weeks after promising to make Phantom whole from the reported $9 million payment the rapper was to receive for his Coachella appearance, Ye without warning decided not to appear at the concert, allegedly reneging on promises to pay Phantom's multimilliondollar balance and leaving the plaintiff with an additional $1.1 million in Coachellarelated cancellation fees and other expenses.

Ye was expected to headline the closing night of each weekend on April 17 and April 24, 2022.

Phantom also worked on Ye and Drake's "Free Larry Hoover" concert at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, according to the suit.

Millions expected on SoCal roads, at airports as Memorial Day travel crunch begins

By City News Service

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles on Tuesday criticized the Dodgers for backtracking and renewing an invitation to a group of self-described "queer and trans nuns" to take part in the team's Pride Night.

Los Angeles Dodgers would like to offer our sincerest apologies to the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, members of the LGBTQ+ community and their friends and families."

the group.

Rubio also sent a complaint to Manfred, saying the group "mocks Christians through diabolical parodies of our faith."

The Memorial Day weekendholiday travel crunch will begin ramping up Wednesday as people look to get a jump on what could be one of the busiest travel periods since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

The official holiday travel period begins Thursday, but in anticipation of the crunch, Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday will open a second cell phone waiting lot, hoping to encourage more people to wait for arriving passengers there rather than circling through the Central Terminal Area.

The secondary cell phone lot is at 96th Street and Alverstone Avenue. The original cell phone lot is at 96th and Vicksburg Avenue.

LAX officials estimate that 1.2 million passengers could pass through the airport between Wednesday and Monday. Thursday's travel numbers alone could surpass 218,000 passengers, officials said, which would be

the busiest day at the airport since March 2020.

The Automobile Club of Southern California predicted earlier that 3.3 million Southern California residents will be traveling over Memorial Day weekend.

That figure is 7.7% higher than last year, and roughly a one-half percentage point increase from 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic hit.

"This summer travel season could be one for the record books, especially at airports," Heather Felix, the Auto Club's vice president of travel products, said in a statement. "Despite higher ticket prices than last year, demand for flights is skyrocketing and this Memorial Day weekend could be the busiest at airports since 2005."

According to the Auto Club, 2.8 million Southern Californians are expected to travel via automobile to their destination, while 358,000 will fly and 230,000 will travel by other means, such as bus, train or cruise ship.

Nationally, the Auto Club

predicted that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more away from home over the holiday weekend, up 7% from last year but 1% below the number from 2019.

The Auto Club defines the holiday travel period as beginning Thursday and continuing through Memorial Day.

The transportation data-analysis service INRIX predicts that Friday will be the busiest day on the roads nationally. People traveling by car were advised to leave either early in the morning or after 6 p.m. Locally, the peak congestion over the long weekend is anticipated to occur Sunday afternoon on the Golden State (5) Freeway between Los Angeles and San Diego, with an estimated travel time of three hours and 24 minutes — 47% longer than usual.

For Southern Californians, the top destinations for travelers are expected to be Las Vegas, San Diego, Santa Barbara, the Grand Canyon and Palm Springs.

The Dodgers came under fire from a host of LGBTQ advocacy groups and elected officials following its decision to rescind its original invitation. On Monday, the Dodgers reversed course and publicly apologized to the group, the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.

The next day the Archdiocese of Los Angeles called on Catholics to stand together against the team's reversal.

"The decision to honor a group that clearly mocks the Catholic faith and makes light of the sincere and holy vocations of our women religious who are an integral part of our church is what has caused disappointment, concern, anger, and dismay from our Catholic community," according to a statement from the Archdiocese.

"The Archdiocese stands against any actions that would disparage and diminish our Christian faith and those who dedicate their lives to Christ."

In a statement released Monday, the Dodgers said, "After much thoughtful feedback from our diverse communities, honest conversations within the Los Angeles Dodgers organization and generous discussions with the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, the

The Sisters organization is expected to receive a Community Hero Award during the team's Pride Night event, honoring the group's efforts to promote human rights, diversity and "spiritual enlightenment."

The Los Angeles LGBT Center issued a statement Monday calling the team's reversal "a step in the right direction."

"Last week's debacle underscores the dangerous impact of political tactics by those who seek to stoke the flames of anti-LGBTQ bias at a time when our rights are under attack," the center's CEO, Joe Hollendoner, said. "We must continue to stand together as a community in defense of the rights and recognition of LGBTQ+ people in Los Angeles and beyond.

The Dodgers' decision last week to withdraw its invitation to the Sisters came after complaints were raised by several Catholic organizations and Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, who said the group regularly disparaged Christians.

Bill Donohue, president of the Catholic League, accused the team of "rewarding antiCatholicism" by honoring the group. Donohue said he wrote to Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred to protest the Dodgers' decision to honor

The organization Catholic Vote also condemned the group's inclusion in the Dodgers' event. Its president, Brian Burch, issued a statement Wednesday hailing the team's decision to exclude the group, which he called "an anti-Catholic hate group known for their gross mockery of Catholic nuns."

The Sisters issued a statement last week expressing "deep offense" at being uninvited to the event, calling the decision a capitulation to "hateful and misleading information from people outside their community." The group insisted it is a nonprofit organization that "annually raises thousands of dollars to distribute to organizations supporting marginalized communities."

The Sisters' website describes the organization as "a leading-edge order of queer and trans nuns."

Meanwhile, over the weekend, Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken invited the Sisters to be her guests at the Los Angeles Angels Pride Night at Angel Stadium on June 7.

"Pride should be inclusive and like many, I was disappointed in the Dodgers decision," Aitken wrote on social media.

On Monday, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange criticized Aitken for extending the invitation.

Ye. | Photo courtesy of David Shankbone/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)

Los Angeles Archbishop José Gómez. | Photo Prayitno/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)

El Monte City Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPROVAL OF ANNUAL LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 CITYWIDE SEWER SERVICE CHARGE

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE

TO: All Members of the Public and All Other Interested Parties

FROM: City Council of the City of El Monte

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN as required by Section 5473.1 of the Health & Safety Code and Section 6066 of the Government Code, the El Monte City Council hereby gives notice that a public hearing will be held on TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. to determine for the purpose of considering and taking action to approve the following:

APPROVAL Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 levy of the SOUGHT: sewer service charge applicable to all parcels located within the City of El Monte. As part of the annual levy approval, the City Council will review and take action to approve a report setting forth the specific sums to be levied against each property subject to the Citywide sewer service charge. A copy of this report is maintained by the City Engineering Division located at El Monte City Hall –West, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California and is available for inspection during City business hours.

Prior to the conduct of the June 20, 2023 hearing but in no event later than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing, a written report containing, among other things, a listing of each of the real property parcels subject to the levy/lien and the total sums to be charged against the parcel for the Fiscal Year in question will be available for inspection in the City Engineering Division webpage (https://www.ci.elmonte.ca.us/292/Engineering) or call Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058 to make arrangements for reviewing the said documents.

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT: El Monte City Hall –East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California.

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Turn your TV to Channel 3;

(2) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/Council-Meeting-Videos; or

(3) In person.

Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so via the following ways:

(4) Call-in Conference Line – comments/questions can be submitted per the instructions at the beginning of the meeting; and

(5) Email – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the City Clerk’s general email address: CityClerk@ elmonteca.gov; or

(6) In person.

For further information regarding this matter please contact the El Monte Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058, Monday through Thursday (excluding legal holidays), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published: May 18, 2023 and May 25, 2023

Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk City of El Monte

EL MONTE EXAMINER

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPROVAL OF ANNUAL LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 GATEWAY

COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CFD) 2014-01 ASSESSMENT

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023

BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE

TO: All Members of the Public and All Other Interested Parties

FROM: City Council of the City of El Monte NOTICE

P.M. to determine for the purpose of considering and taking action to approve the following:

APPROVAL Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 CFD 2014-01, SOUGHT: established as a mechanism to pay for ongoing public service costs created through the development and maintenance of the municipal sewer system, street pavement, lighting and operation charges included in the annual property tax bill for certain real property parcels located within the City of El Monte – a tract commonly referred to as the Gateway Community Facilities District 2014-01. The amount of the special tax levy to be assessed in the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year in the CFD 2014-01 has been calculated in accordance with the methodology set forth in Resolution of Formation No. 9482. The specific CFD public service costs are as follows: As part of the annual levy approval, the City Council will review and take action to approve a report setting forth the specific sums to be levied against each property subject to the charge.

A copy of this report is maintained by the City Engineering Division located at El Monte City Hall – West, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California and is available for inspection during City business hours.

Prior to the conduct of the June 20, 2023 hearing but in no event later than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing, a written report containing, among other things, a listing of each of the real property parcels subject to the levy/lien and the total sums to be charged against the parcel for the Fiscal Year in question will be available for inspection in the City Engineering Division webpage (https://www.ci.elmonte.ca.us/292/Engineering or call Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058 to make arrangements for reviewing the said documents.

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT:

El Monte City Hall – East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California.

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Turn your TV to Channel 3;

(2) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/Council-Meeting-Videos; or

(3) In person.

Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so via the following ways:

1) Call-in Conference Line – comments/questions can be submitted per the instructions at the beginning of the meeting; and

2) Email – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the City Clerk’s general email address: CityClerk@elmonteca.gov; or

3) In person.

For further information regarding this matter please contact the El Monte Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058, Monday through Thursday (excluding legal holidays), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published: May 18, 2023 and May 25, 2023

Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk

City of El Monte

EL MONTE EXAMINER

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPROVAL OF ANNUAL LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024

KLINGERMAN/BONWOOD WASTE & RECYCLING SERVICE CHARGE

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023

BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE

TO: All Members of the Public and All Other Interested Parties

FROM: City Council of the City of El Monte

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN as required by Section 5471 of the Health & Safety Code and Section 6066 of the Government Code, the El Monte City Council hereby gives notice that a public hearing will be held on TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. to determine for the purpose of considering and taking action to approve the following:

APPROVAL Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 levy of the SOUGHT: waste collection and recycling charges applicable to all parcels located within the Klingerman/Bonwood Special Waste Area. As part of the annual levy approval, the City Council will review and take action to approve a report setting forth the specific sums to be levied against each property within the Special

Waste Area subject to the waste collection and recycling charges. A copy of this report is maintained by the City Engineering Division located at El Monte City Hall – West, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California and is available for inspection during City business hours.

Prior to the conduct of the June 20, 2023 hearing but in no event later than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing, a written report containing, among other things, a listing of each of the real property parcels subject to the levy/lien and the total sums to be charged against the parcel for the Fiscal Year in question.

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT: El Monte City Hall – East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard El Monte, California.

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Turn your TV to Channel 3;

(2) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/Council-Meeting-Videos; or

(3) In person.

Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so via the following ways:

1. Call-in Conference Line (888) 204-5987; Code 8167975 – comments/questions can be submitted per the instructions at the beginning of the meeting;

2. Email – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the City Clerk’s general email address: CityClerk@ elmonteca.gov; or

3. In person.

For further information regarding this matter please contact the El Monte Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058, Monday through Thursday (excluding legal holidays), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published: May 18, 2023 and May 25, 2023

Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk City of El Monte

EL MONTE EXAMINER

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPROVAL OF ANNUAL LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024

LEWIS HOMES SEWER MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023

BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE

TO: All Members of the Public and All Other Interested Parties

FROM: City Council of the City of El Monte

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN as required by Section 5473.1 of the Health & Safety Code and Section 6066 of the Government Code, the El Monte City Council hereby gives notice that a public hearing will be held on TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. to determine for the purpose of considering and taking action to approve the following:

APPROVAL Approval of the levy of a municipal sewer maintenance

SOUGHT: and operation charge between May 1, 2022 through April 30, 2023 included in the annual property tax bill for certain real property parcels located within Tract No. 44776 located within the City of El Monte – a tract commonly referred to as the Lewis Homes Tract. As part of the annual levy approval, the City Council will review and take action to approve a report setting forth the specific sums to be levied against each property subject to the charge. A copy of this report is maintained by the City Engineering Division located at El Monte City Hall – West, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California and is available for inspection during City business hours.

Prior to the conduct of the June 20, 2023 hearing but in no event later than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing, a written report containing, among other things, a listing of each of the real property parcels subject to the levy/lien and the total sums to be charged against the parcel for the fiscal year in question will be available for inspection in the City Engineering Division webpage (https://www.ci.elmonte.ca.us/292/Engineering) or call Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058 to make arrangements for reviewing the said documents.

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT: El Monte City Hall –East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte,

California.

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Turn your TV to Channel 3;

(2) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/Council-Meeting-Videos; or

(3) In person.

Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so via the following ways:

(1) Call-in Conference Line – comments/questions can be submitted per the instructions at the beginning of the meeting;

(2) Email – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the City Clerk’s general email address: CityClerk@ elmonteca.gov; or

(3) In person.

For further information regarding this matter please contact the El Monte Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058, Monday through Thursday (excluding legal holidays), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published: May 18, 2023 and May 25, 2023

Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk City of El Monte

EL MONTE EXAMINER

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPROVAL OF ANNUAL LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024

MOUNTAIN VIEW COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT

(CFD) 13-1 ASSESSMENT

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023

BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE

TO: All Members of the Public and All Other Interested Parties

FROM: City Council of the City of El Monte

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant Section 6066 of the Government Code, the El Monte City Council hereby gives notice that a public hearing will be held on TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. to determine for the purpose of considering and taking action to approve the following:

APPROVAL Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 CFD 13-1

SOUGHT: was established as a mechanism to pay for ongoing public service costs created through the development and maintenance of the municipal sewer system, street pavement, lighting and operation charges included in the annual property tax bill for certain real property parcels located within Tract No. 71784 located within the City of El Monte – a tract commonly referred to as the Mountain View Community Facilities District 13-1. The amount of the special tax levy to be assessed in the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year in the CFD 13-1 has been calculated in accordance with the methodology set forth in Resolution of Formation No. 9390. The specific CFD public service costs are as follows: As part of the annual levy approval, the City Council will review and take action to approve a report setting forth the specific sums to be levied against each property subject to the charge. A copy of this report is maintained by the City Engineering Division located at El Monte City Hall –West, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California and is available for inspection during City business hours.

Prior to the conduct of the June 20, 2023 hearing but in no event later than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing, a written report containing, among other things, a listing of each of the real property parcels subject to the levy/lien and the total sums to be charged against the parcel for the fiscal year in question will be available for inspection in the City Engineering Division webpage (https://www.ci.elmonte.ca.us/292/Engineering) or call Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058 to make arrangements for reviewing the said documents.

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT: El Monte City Hall – East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California.

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Turn your TV to Channel 3;

(2) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/Council-Meeting-Videos; or

(3) In person.

Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so via the following ways:

(1) Call-in Conference Line – comments/questions can be submitted per the instructions at the beginning of the meeting;

(2) Email – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the City Clerk’s general email address: CityClerk@ elmonteca.gov; or

(3) In person.

For further information regarding this matter please contact the El Monte Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058, Monday through Thursday (excluding legal holidays), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published: May 18, 2023 and May 25, 2023

Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk City of El Monte EL MONTE EXAMINER

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPROVAL OF LEVYING VALLEY VISTA SERVICES DELINQUENT RESIDENTIAL REFUSE ACCOUNTS ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 TAX ROLL

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023

BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE

TO: All Members of the Public and All Other Interested Parties

FROM: City Council of the City of El Monte

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN as required by Section 5473.1 of the Health & Safety Code and Section 6066 of the Government Code the El Monte City Council hereby gives notice that a public hearing will be held on TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. to determine for the purpose of considering and taking action to approve the following:

APPROVAL Approval of the levy of the past due and delinquent SOUGHT: charges for solid waste refuse disposal service on all applicable residential parcels delinquent between May 1, 2022 through April 30, 2023, located within the Valley Vista Services, Service Area. As part of the levy approval, the City Council will review and take action to approve a report setting forth the specific sums to be levied against each applicable property. A copy of this report is maintained by the City Engineering Division located at El Monte City Hall –West, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California and is available for inspection during City business hours.

Prior to the conduct of the June 20, 2023 hearing but in no event later than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing, a written report containing, among other things, a listing of each of the real property parcels subject to the levy/lien and the total sums to be charged against the parcel for the Fiscal Year in question will be available for inspection in the City Engineering Division.

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT: El Monte City Hall East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California.

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Turn your TV to Channel 3;

(2) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/Council-Meeting-Videos; or

(3) In person.

Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so via the following ways:

(1) Call-in Conference Line Call-in (888) 204-5987; Code 8167975 – comments/questions can be submitted per the instructions at the beginning of the meeting;

(2) Email – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the City Clerk’s general email address: CityClerk@ elmonteca.gov; or

(3) In person.

For further information regarding this matter please contact the El Monte Engineering Division at (626) 580-2058, Monday through Thursday (excluding legal holidays), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published: May 18, 2023 and May 25, 2023

Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk City of El Monte

Monrovia City Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

MONROVIA DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE

This Notice is to inform you of a public hearing to determine whether or not the following project should be granted under Title 16 and/or 17 of the Monrovia Municipal Code:

APPLICATION: Minor Conditional Use Permit (MCUP2023-0001)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Applicant is requesting a Minor Conditional Use Permit to add massage services to an existing salon, “Hot Shots”. The subject property is located in the PD-5 (Planned Development - Area 5) zone.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Categorical Exemption (Class 1). Class 1 consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, and permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures.

APPLICANT: Jesus Covarrubias, Applicant

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 121 East Olive Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016

DATE & HOUR OF HEARING: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

PLACE OF HEARING: Monrovia City Hall (Council Chambers), 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, 91016

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Public comments regarding this item may be stated in person at the meeting, or submitted in writing. Written comments submitted by 3 p.m. on the meeting date will be distributed to the Development Review Committee.

If you challenge this application in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Division at, or prior to, the public hearing. This application will not alter the zoning status of your property. For further information regarding this application, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 932-5565, or by email to planning@ci.monrovia. ca.us.

Supporting documents pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday June 1, 2023 after 4:00 PM on-line at the following hyperlink: https://www.cityofmonrovia.org/your-government/communitydevelopment/planning/projects-under-review

Este aviso es para informarle sobre una junta pública acerca de la propiedad indicada más arriba. Si necesita información adicional en español, favor de ponerse en contacto con el Departamento de Planificación al número (626) 932-5565.

Teresa Santilena, AICP

Associate Planner

PLEASE PUBLISH ON MAY 25, 2023

MONROVIA

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San Gabriel City Notices

You are invited to participate in a public hearing before the San Gabriel City Council. You will have an opportunity to present your opinion regarding this item at the meeting or in writing prior to the meeting. Please submit all written comments to the City Clerk Department, in person or electronically using the online public com-

SFV pair arrested for allegedly using darknet marketplaces to sell drugs

By City News Service

ASan Fernando Valley man and woman who allegedly used darknet marketplaces to sell hundreds of thousands of dollars' worth of fentanyl-laced pills and cocaine to buyers nationwide have been indicted by a federal grand jury, officials announced last week.

Brian McDonald, 22, of Van Nuys — whose aliases include "Malachai Johnson" and "SouthSideOxy" — and Ciara Clutario, 22, of Burbank, were charged in an eight-count indictment filed Wednesday in Los Angeles federal court, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Both defendants are charged with one count of conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and cocaine, five counts of distribution of fentanyl and one count of distribution of cocaine. McDonald also is charged with one count of possession of firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, court papers show.

McDonald has been in federal custody since his

arrest on May 4, and his arraignment is scheduled for May 25 in downtown Los Angeles. Clutario is expected to make her initial federal court appearance in the coming weeks.

According to the indictment, from at least April 2021 until this month, McDonald, Clutario and others conspired to sell fentanyl and cocaine via darknet marketplaces such as White House Market, ToRReZ and AlphaBay. McDonald, using aliases, created vendor profiles on these marketplaces to sell illegal drugs in exchange for cryptocurrency, the indictment alleges.

McDonald and Clutario allegedly monitored and maintained the darknet vendor profiles, including by updating drug listings and shipment options, tracking drug orders received online and offloading Monero cryptocurrency received as drug deal payments into cryptocurrency wallets that McDonald controlled, prosecutors said.

McDonald allegedly recruited and hired accomplices — including Clutario — to help with packaging and shipping the narcotics that they sold on the darknet. McDonald directed Clutario and other co-conspirators on how to package and ship the narcotics, and he assisted them in the packaging and shipping, the indictment alleges.

The indictment contends that in May 2021 — one week after McDonald created a darknet vendor profile for the purpose of selling illegal drugs — he texted Clutario to tell her that their darknet drug sales were doing well.

Later that month, McDonald allegedly texted a co-conspirator that he had just sold 20,000 pills to customers, according to court documents.

In June 2021, McDonald allegedly texted an accomplice that he had 34 drug orders he had to fill. The following month, in text messages to Clutario about the conspiracy's goals, McDonald stated, "i'm really

tryna make like 5 mil," according to the indictment.

The proceeds from the drug sales — after being converted from cryptocurrency into cash — allegedly were stored by McDonald and Clutario at their respective residences. They shipped fentanyl and cocaine that were sold for hundreds

Juvenile halls

and smooth transition to Los Padrinos, we will also continue working on the more complicated issues of staffing and culture within the Department. These will take longer to resolve, but we are determined to do it."

The BSCC also found the two juvenile halls unsuitable to house youths in 2021, but the facilities managed to remain open. But renewed inspection failures led the board to again initiate the process of declaring the halls unsuitable.

Hans Liang, president of the LA County Deputy Probation Officers Union, laid blame on the county and the Board of Supervisors for failing to provide

adequate staffing at the halls.

"Officers assigned to the juvenile division are faced with daily youth-onyouth and youth-on-staff assaults and 40% of staff in the juvenile division are now out on injury leave," Liang said. "To make up for the staffing shortfalls, staff are being compelled to work 18- to 24-hour shifts and have reached a breaking point, simply doing the best they can with limited resources and exhaustion."

The county Board of Supervisors has been struggling to overhaul the troubled juvenile justice system even as it assumes responsibility for youth being transferred to counties from the state's

closing Juvenile Justice facilities.

The board recently voted to advance a "Global Plan" for the placement and care of juvenile detainees, with a goal of reducing the number of juveniles in custody and development of Secure Youth Treatment Facilities to provide a more supportive environment for detained youth.

On May 2, the board approved a series of more immediate steps outlined by county CEO Fesia Davenport. Under that plan, all predisposition youth will move to Los Padrinos, while Central Juvenile Hall will be used solely as an intake unit and medical and diagnostic/assessment hub, and only Secure Youth Treat-

ment Facility youth will be housed at Nidorf.

The plan also included the readjustment of millions of dollars for capital improvements at the juvenile halls, with overall costs anticipated to reach nearly $50 million.

That plan also called on the sheriff's department to deploy volunteer reserve deputies to help fill holes in staffing.

But while those plans have been slowly advancing, the juvenile detention system and the Probation Department that oversees it have been routinely under fire from state regulators over conditions at the facilities, which have been plagued by oversight and staffing issues.

In March of last year,

of thousands of dollars, according to the indictment.

McDonald also allegedly possessed firearms, specifically two gold-plated handguns — one without a serial number — to protect his drug-trafficking business and the proceeds of drug sales made on darknet marketplaces, federal pros-

ecutors said.

In convicted of all charges, McDonald and Clutario would face mandatory minimum sentences of 15 years and 10 years, respectively, in federal prison. Each defendant also would face up to life in federal prison, prosecutors noted.

about 140 juvenile detainees were hastily transferred from Central Juvenile Hall in Lincoln Heights to Barry J. Nidorf hall in Sylmar — a move that the county inspector general later concluded was orchestrated to avert a state inspection that appeared likely to fail.

Late last year, nearly 300 boys and girls filed a lawsuit alleging they were sexually assaulted, harassed and abused by county probation and detention officers while being held at juvenile facilities dating back to the 1970s. Davenport noted while releasing her recent budget proposal for the coming year that the county could potentially face liabilities reaching $3

billion from such abuse claims.

In March, the Board of Supervisors fired Probation Department Chief Adolfo Gonzales, with board Chair Janice Hahn noting that the juvenile halls "are in crisis."

On May 9, a teenage detainee at Nidorf hall died of a drug overdose.

On that same day, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled that the county juvenile halls still fail to meet the terms of a 2021 court judgment requiring improvements in conditions including staffing and ensuring youth are taken to schools and medical appointments in a timely manner. Another hearing in that case is scheduled for June 20.

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“ On This Side of the World,” an East West Players presentation, held its opening day at David Henry Hwang Theater on May 14. It is a joint creation of Paulo K. Tiról, who wrote the music and lyrics, and Noam Shapiro, who directed it. Featuring an ensemble of the most accomplished Filipino actors and performers in Southern California, this world premiere marks the first time a musical about Filipino immigrants written by one himself has been staged.

With a one-way ticket to the United States and a suitcase full of stories, a woman leaves her native Philippines and flies 8,491 miles across the Pacific Ocean to build a new life in New York. Her 17-hour journey, which begins when she boards a Philippine Airlines flight in Manila, is the subject of “On This Side of the World.”

In this musical, a woman replays each story collected from immigrants who came before her –tales of overseas workers, young lovers, and gossipy church ladies; snapshots of undocumented immigrants, millennial princesses, and first-generation Americans. Running approximately two-anda-half hours that includes a 15-minute intermission, it offers its audience insight about Filipinos as it provides great entertainment.

While I am a Filipino immigrant, I’ve been in the United States for 41 years and four decades of those years as a Pasadena resident. In all that time, I haven’t visited my native country and I feel more Pasadenan than Manileña.

‘On this Side of the World’ musical offers insight and entertainment

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But the show brought back a flood of memories of my years growing up in a Manila suburb.

One of the songs –‘Lantern in the Window’ – sung by Cassie Simone as Kayla, is about the lantern that’s unmistakably Filipino. We call it ‘parol’ and it hangs in every window at Christmas. As poor a country as the Philippines is, Filipinos live large at Christmastime and spend a lot of money buying presents. We also usher in the holidays way earlier than most. In the U. S., Christmas season starts the day after Thanksgiving; in the Philippines, all the malls have decorations up and Christmas songs are played in September!

Of all the Filipino traditions, it’s the Christmas midnight mass I miss the most. And I’m embarrassed

to say that it isn’t because of the service, but the food. As children, my two sisters and I attended ‘simbang gabi’ during Christmas week because there would be food vendors selling a wide variety of rice-based delicacies we call ‘kakanin.’ The aroma emanating from the food stalls surrounding the church patio was more than a small distraction –we could think of nothing else but hurrying out as soon as the priest utters ‘Go in peace’ to have some ‘bibingka,’ ‘puto,’ ‘kutchinta,’ or ‘palitaw.’ Even now, I could practically smell and savor the scrumptious food! The festive spread that my mom would have laid out on the dining table after we got back from the Christmas eve mass, or ‘misa de gallo,’ is also something that’s not easily recreated in California.

The stories Tiról tells through the songs are faithful to all Filipino immigrants’ experiences and I will mention a few that stand out for me. Michael Palma’s ‘Cool Tito’ works tirelessly just so he can send money and ‘balikbayan’ boxes full of toys and the latest electronic gadgets and athletic shoes to nieces and nephews back home. He maxes out credit cards at Christmas to buy every item on the list.

‘Yaya’ reminds me of the shock many Filipinos feel when they first arrive in the United States and find out they have to do all the housework themselves. Cassie Simone’s portrayal as Dee-Dee, the brat who’s wailing for her ‘yaya,’ is quite hilarious.

The song ‘Ay, Amerika’ is as side-splittingly funny

threw a dollar bill on the stage.

as it is a spot-on reflection of just how judgmental Filipinos can be. Maritess and Marivic, as portrayed by Zandi de Jesus and Cassie Simone, are models for the quintessential holier-than-thou women who gossip with glee over the ill-fated choices and misfortunes of people they knew from back home. They sing that such scandalous events could only happen in America. It’s a comical scene – the ensemble intones ‘wa-wawa-wa’ in prayer, and the audience when I watched the show chanted along.

But the act that brought the house down was Steven-Adam Agdeppa’s, ‘Rice Queens.’ The audience absolutely loved him as Miggy in drag and they demonstrated it clearly. They cheered and whistled. Someone even

‘My Mother is an Immigrant,’ sung by Andrea Somera as Brianna, is a song that will reduce all mothers to tears. They will deeply connect with it. At the start of the song, Brianna bemoans that she doesn’t fit in at school because her mother is an immigrant; that her mother expects her to get excellent grades and makes her go to art classes and take piano lessons. And her mother thinks she’s extraordinary. By the end of the song, the Brianna in the show is a fully grown adult and says she turned out to be ordinary. Yet, I’m very sure that in her mother’s eyes she will always be a remarkable human being. And, contrary to how she felt about her mom in the beginning, Brianna looks back with appreciation for her mother. She hopes to raise her future child with as much love as her mother has for her, that she now recognizes.

Tiról deserves acknowledgment and praise for blazing the trail for aspiring Filipino musical theatre writers and creators. To Shapiro we owe a debt of gratitude for taking a leap of faith when he helped Tiról get this project realized. The success of “On This Side of the World” can only advance the talents of Filipino performers who have, until now, only played insignificant roles in Hollywood films and on Broadway shows. And it can only shine a brighter light on Filipinos so they can be seen on equal footing with other Asian Americans and Americans.

The Cast of ‘On This Side of the World’ (from left to right: Michael Palma, Cassie Simone, Steven-Adam Agdeppa, Zandi de Jesus, Andrea Somera, and Shaun Tuazon). | Photo by Jenny Graham / East West Players

is (are) doing business as CASA DEL KAMO, 901 Misty Isle Dr, Glendale, CA 91207. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2023. Signed: Kamo Issoyan, 901 Misty Isle Dr, Glendale, CA 91207 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 24, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023093594

NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as XYZ LIMITLESS, 1215 Raymond Ave, Glendale, CA 91201. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Petrosian Enterprise (CA-4121603), 1215 Raymond Ave, Glendale, CA 91201; Arbi Petrosian, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 27, 2023.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023111801 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as SUPERBCUT HAIR STUDIO, 120 N San Gabriel Blvd STE E, San Gabriel, CA 91775. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on May 2023.

Signed: Jason Salon LLC (CA202123210095), 120 N San Gabriel Blvd STE E, San Gabriel, CA 91775; Dong jic Xie, Vice President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 19, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it

in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023110635 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). NEW CENTURY REALTY (2). CASABLANCA REALTY (3). SOUTHCOAST REALTY , 735 Cunningham Dr, Whittier, CA 90601. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Jose Parra Martinez, 735 Cunningham Drive, Whittier, CA 90601 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 18, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

FILE NO. 2023111822 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CHERISH CREATIVE, 4240 Sarah St. #8, Burbank, CA 91505. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Nicole Guglielmi, 4240 Sarah St. 8, Burbank, CA 91505 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 19, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023111361

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as IWORK SERVICES, 7300 Alondra Blvd 203-2, Paramount, CA 90723. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2022.

Signed: iWork Employment Services (CA-201900810900), 7300 Alondra Blvd 203-2, Paramount, CA 90723; KAMIA ADAMS, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 19, 2023.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023085549 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). JAQUIE. ORG (2). JAQUIE (3). JACQUELINE LUNA (4). JAQUIE LUNA , 139 N 18th St, Montebello, CA 90640. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on August 2020.

Signed: Jacqueline Diaz, 139 N. 18th St., Montebello, CA 90640 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 18, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023087819 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CITY READY MIX, 22335 La Quilla Dr, Chatsworth, CA 91311. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2023. Signed: CITY READY MIX, INC (CA-3977053), 22335 La Quilla Dr, Chatsworth, CA 91311; Alvard Shamoyam, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 20, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business

business as CAPITAL READY MIX, 22335 La Quilla Dr, Chatsworth, CA 91311. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2023. Signed: CITY READY MIX, INC (CA-3977053), 22335 La Quilla Dr, Chatsworth, CA 91311; Alvard Shamoyam, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 20, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023113759 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as ALLIE & ELLIE’S DOGGIE TREATS, 2859 Minto Ct ., Los Angeles, CA 90032. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on May 2023. Signed: Armando Esparza, 2859 Minto Ct ., Los Angeles, CA 90032 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 23, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023111313

NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES INC., 20651 Golden Springs Dr #180, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91789. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND TECHNOLOGY INC (CA-3173282), 20651 Golden Springs Dr #180, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91789; MENG ZHU, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 19, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023110639 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). ORGANIZED TO THE T (2). OT³ , 2355 Westwood Blvd 582, Los Angeles, CA 90064. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on November 2016.

Signed: Tenice Holman, 2355 Westwood Blvd 582, Los Angeles, CA 90064 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 18, 2023.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023110250 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). FAITH AND ENTERPRISE PRESS (2). FAITH AND ENTERPRISE PRESS , 733 Valle

Valle Vista Drive, Sierra Madre, CA 91024; Robert Tribken, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 18, 2023. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023112897

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BAM! TRANSCRIPTION, 10620 Bloomfield Street, Toluca Lake, CA 91602. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 1990.

Signed: KAREN CHILDS, INC (CA2666052), 10620 Bloomfield Street, Toluca Lake, CA 91602; KAREN CHILDS, PRESIDENT. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 22, 2023.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law

(See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023 109370

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as ALLTROO, 8 Ironwood Ln, North Oaks, MN 55128. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc).

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 2023. Signed: RZWK, LLC (CA-202355917437), 330 North Brand Blvd Ste 700, Glendale, CA 91203; Joel Kunza, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 17, 2023.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2023114469. The following person(s) have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: OLYMPIC DONUTS #16, 4805 Temple City Blvd, Temple City, CA 91780. Mailing Address, 6645 Mt Whitney Dr, Buena Park, CA 90620. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on: September 5, 2019 in the County of Los Angeles. Original File No. 2019238981. Signed: (1). Jimmy Anh Lam, 6645 Mount Whitney Drive, Buena Park, CA 90620 (2). Lang Kong, 6645 Mount Whitney Drive, Buena Park, CA 90620 (Husband). This business is conducted by: a married couple. This statement was filed with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder on May 24, 2023. Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2023114611

NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as NOI LEN, 10278

E Live Oak Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc).

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on May 2023. Signed: Noi Len LLC (CA-202356819624), 10278

E Live Oak Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007; Isabel Nguyen, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 24, 2023.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023

Glendale City Notices

Project Description

It is proposed to amend Subsection 30.25.030 of Title 30 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, relating to streamlining the historic district designation process to reduce the time required for processing applications for historic district overlay zones.

Environmental Determination

The project is categorically exempt from CEQA review as a Class 8 “Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment" exemption pursuant to Section 15308 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it involves the designation and protection of potential historic resources.

Public Hearing

The proposed amendments to Title 30 of the Glendale Municipal Code will be considered by the Glendale Planning Commission at a public hearing in the Hearing Room (Room 105) in the Municipal Services Building, 633 East Broadway, Glendale, on June 7, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible.

The meeting can also be viewed live on Charter Cable Channel 6 or streamed online at: https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/management-services/gtv6/live-video-stream For public comments and questions during the meeting, call 818-937-8100. City staff will be submitting these questions and comments in real time to the appropriate person during the Planning Commission meeting.

Copies of the Planning Commission staff report will be available for review prior to the scheduled hearing at https://www. glendaleca.gov/government/public-meeting-portal or in the Community Development Department office, Room 103 of the Municipal Services Building, 633 East Broadway. If you need information or have questions about the proposal or the public hearing, please contact Jay Platt in the Community Development Department at jplatt@glendaleca.gov or (818) 937-8155.

Any person having any interest in the matter may appear at the above hearing in person, by counsel, via telephone, or any combination thereof, and may be heard in support of his/her/their opinion. Any person protesting may file a duly signed and acknowledged written protest with the Director of Community Development not later than the hour set for public hearing before the Planning Commission. “Acknowledged” shall mean a declaration of property ownership (or occupant if not owner) under penalty of perjury. If you challenge the decision of this project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Glendale, at or prior to the public hearing.

Dated: May 25, 2023

Abajian City Clerk of the City of Glendale

Publish May 25, 2023

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

Pasadena City Notices

Notice of Public Hearing on an Ordinance

Implementing the Housing Element - Pertaining to Emergency Shelters, Low Barrier Navigation Centers, Safe Parking, Design Review, and Modifications for Individuals with Disabilities

Subject: The Planning and Community Development Department is bringing forward a Zoning Code Amendment to amend Title 17 (the Zoning Code) to implement Programs 16, 19, and 23 of the Housing Element and revise development standards for Emergency Shelters and allow them in certain mixed-use and non-residential zones, allow Low Barrier Navigation Centers as permitted by State law in certain mixed-use and non-residential zones, allow Safe Parking on sites developed with certain public/semi-public uses and on sites developed with religious facilities in certain mixed-use, multi-family and non-residential zones with a Minor Conditional Use Permit, exempt certain sites carried forward from previous Housing Elements from subjective Design Review, and create a ministerial process for modifications to development standards for Individuals with Disabilities.

Environmental Determination: An Addendum to the 2015 Pasadena General Plan Environmental Impact Report (GP EIR) (State Clearinghouse No. 2013091009) to address the potential site-specific environmental impacts associated with the proposed amendment has been prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) (Cal. Public Resources Code Section 21000, et. seq., as amended) and its implementing guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., Title 14, Section 15000 et. seq., 2016). This Addendum has been prepared and will be processed consistent with CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., Title 14, Section 15162 and Section 15164). The addendum found that the proposed amendment will not result in any potentially significant impacts that were not already analyzed.

Planning Commission Recommendation: On April 26, 2023, the Planning Commission considered the proposed Zoning Code Amendment at a publicly noticed hearing and recommended that the City Council approve the Zoning Code Amendment as presented by staff, with the following amendments: 1) clarify that the maps in the staff report reflect the staff recommendation; 2) include safe parking sites as a permitted use on all religious institutions throughout Pasadena with a Minor Conditional Use Permit; 3) give spe-

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cial consideration to communication and coordination with adjacent schools when a Minor Conditional Use Permit is required for “emergency shelters”; and 4) allow “emergency shelters” and “emergency shelters, limited” uses in the same zones as Low Barrier Navigation Centers.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, oral and written, on the above Zoning Text Amendments, as well as the proposed environmental determination. The hearing is scheduled for:

Date: Monday, June 12, 2023

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Place: Council Chambers, 100 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena CA Please refer to the City Council agenda for instructions to view a live stream of the meeting. The meeting agenda will be posted at: http://ww2.cityofpasadena.net/councilagendas/council_agenda.asp

Public Information: All interested persons may submit correspondence to correspondence@cityofpasadena.net prior to the start of the meeting. During the meeting and prior to the close of the public hearing, members of the public may provide live public comment. Please refer to the agenda when posted for instructions on to how to provide live public comment. If you challenge the matter in Court, you may be limited to raising those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing, or in written correspondence sent to the Council or the case planner at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For more information about the project or to schedule an appointment:

Contact Person: Martin Potter

Phone: (626) 744-6710

E-mail: mpotter@cityofpasadena.net

Website: www.cityofpasadena.net/planning

Mailing Address: Planning & Community Development Department Planning Division, Current Planning Section 175 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

ADA: To request a disability-related modification or accommodation necessary to facilitate meeting participation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office as soon as possible at (626) 744-4124 or cityclerk@ cityofpasadena.net. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.

Publish May 25, June 5, June 8, 2023

Availability of Documentation Used in Determination of Appropriations Limit

Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Pasadena is scheduled to consider adopting an Appropriations Limit, as defined in Article XIIIB of the Constitution of the State of California, for the fiscal year 2024 at the time and place listed below. Pursuant to Government Code Section 7910(a), at least fifteen (15) days prior to the meeting, documentation used in the determination of the Appropriations Limit is available to the public at the office of the Director of Finance, 100 N. Garfield Ave., Room S353, Pasadena, California.

DATE: June 12, 2023

TIME: 5:30 P.M.

PLACE: City Hall, Council Chambers 100 N. Garfield Avenue, Room S-249 Pasadena, CA 91101

Please refer to the City Council agenda for instructions on how to view a live stream of the meeting. The meeting agenda will be posted at: http://ww2. cityofpasadena.net/councilagendas/council_agenda.asp

Public Information:

All interested persons may submit correspondence to correspondence@cityofpasadena.net prior to the start of the City Council meeting. Members of the public may provide live public comment by submitting an online speaker card form at the following webpage: www.cityofpasadena.net/city-clerk/public-comment; or by calling the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 744-4124. For information on how to provide live public comment, please refer to the posted agenda for additional details and instructions. If you challenge the matter in Court, you may be limited to raising those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing, or in written correspondence sent to the Council or the case planner at, or prior to, the public hearing.

ADA:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, listening assistive devices are available with a 24-hour advance notice. Please call (626) 744-4009 or (626) 744-4371 (TDD) to request use of a listening device. Language translation services are available for this meeting by calling (626) 744-4009 at least 48 hours in advance.

No person shall, on the grounds of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age or disability be excluded from participation in or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity funded, in whole or in part, by public funds.

Mathew E. Hawkesworth Director of Finance

Date Published:

Approved as to form:

Date:

Chief Assistant City Attorney

Publish May 25, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA Notice Inviting Bids For Traffic Control Materials

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Public Works Department and will receive sealed bids prior to 2:00 pm, Tuesday, June 13, 2023 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov. com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named “Traffic Control Materials” Project ID: 2023-IFB-MS-406.

1.1. Summary

To supply and deliver materials for traffic control to Pasadena Public Works Street Maintenance Department.

1.2. Delivery Instructions

Bids will be received via the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the Bidder’s Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to the time and date in this Notice Inviting Bids and will be opened online at that time.

Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/45800

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

Suzie

1.3. Pre-bid Conference

See the Timeline in the section named “Instructions to Bidders.” If there is a Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders are required to attend at the time, date, and location included in the Timeline Instructions to Bidders of this solicitation. If there is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders not required to attend.

Each prospective bidder will have the opportunity to clarify and ask questions regarding these Specifications. The Pre-bid Meeting will be held at the time, date, and location in the Timeline of this solicitation.

1.4. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Monday, June 5, 2023, prior to 2:00 pm.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) Q&A function. Do not contact any other City employee or official regarding this solicitation. Any questions submitted after the date and time specified may not be considered.

1.5. Release Date

Release Dated: Thursday, May 25, 2023

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ City Manager

Publish May 25, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

Notice of Public Hearing City Council

Notice of Public Hearing on an Uncodified Ordinance to Extend Certain Land Use Related Deadlines

Subject: The Planning and Community Development Department is bringing forward an uncodified ordinance to extend certain land use entitlements and permits, granted in compliance with Title 17 (Zoning Code) and Title 16 (Subdivisions), by up to 24 months.

Environmental Determination: The City Council will be asked to consider whether the proposed project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Public Resources Code §21080(b)(9); Administrative Code, Title 14, Chapter 3, §15061(b)(3), the Commons Sense Exemption (formerly the general rule) that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, oral and written, on the above ordinance, as well as the proposed environmental determination. The hearing is scheduled for:

Date: Monday, June 12, 2023

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Place: Council Chambers, 100 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena CA Please refer to the City Council agenda for instructions to view a live stream of the meeting. The meeting agenda will be posted at: http://ww2.cityofpasadena.net/ councilagendas/council_agenda.asp

Public Information: All interested persons may submit correspondence to correspondence@cityofpasadena.net prior to the start of the meeting. During the meeting and prior to the close of the public hearing, members of the public may provide live public comment. Please refer to the agenda when posted for instructions on to how to provide live public comment. If you challenge the matter in Court, you may be limited to raising those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing, or in written correspondence sent to the Council or the case planner at, or prior to, the public hearing

For more information about the project or to schedule an appointment:

Contact Person: Melanie Hall

Phone: (626) 744-7101

E-mail: mhall@cityofpasadena.net

Website: www.cityofpasadena.net/planning

Mailing Address:

Planning & Community Development Department

Planning Division, Current Planning Section

175 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

ADA: To request a disability-related modification or accommodation necessary to facilitate meeting participation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office as soon as possible at (626) 744-4124 or cityclerk@ cityofpasadena.net. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.

Publish May 25, June 5, June 8, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

Monterey Park City Notices

CITY OF MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TAKE NOTICE that the Monterey Park City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider adopting applications filed by Monterey Park Retail Partners (“Applicant”) including: 1) Zoning Code Amendment ZCA-23-03 to adopt the Market Place Specific Plan (SP-2301); 2) Zone Change ZA-23-01 to re-zone properties from the Regional Specialty Center (R-S) zone with the Planned Development Overlay (P-D) Zone to the Market Place Specific Plan (MPSP) zone; and 3) Development Agreement DA-23-01 to amend in its entirety a Development Agreement between Monterey Park Retail Partners, LLC and the City of Monterey Park for the properties collectively operating as the Monterey Park Market Place, located at 20005500 Market Place Drive, also identified by Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 5275-003-024, 025, 026, 027, 029, 030, 031, 037, 038, and 039.”

WHEN: June 7, 2023, 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: City Hall Council Chambers – 320 W. Newmark Avenue

PURSUANT to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), the proposed project is exempt from additional environmental review under CEQA (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.) and CEQA Guidelines (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.) because the project substantially conforms with the previously approved project as analyzed in the Final Environmental Impact Report and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report identified by State Clearinghouse Number 1999051058 (collectively, “FEIR”) and consists of actions taken to ensure the maintenance, protection and enhancement of the environment. DOCUMENTS, including maps and other data related to this project are on file with the Community Development Department – Planning Division located at Monterey Park City Hall, 320 W. Newmark Avenue. The staff report on this matter will be available in the Community Development Department – Planning Division on or about June 1, 2023 and available on the City’s website at http://www.montereypark.ca.gov/AgendaCenter. Copies may be obtained at cost. For additional information, please call (626) 307-1315 or e-mail planningpermitcounter@montereypark.ca.gov.

PERSONS INTERESTED IN THIS MATTER are invited to attend this hearing to express their opinion on the above matter. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to the public hearing. You may mail or deliver comments to 320 W. Newmark Ave, Monterey Park, CA, attention Community Development Department, Planning Division.

Maychelle Yee

City Clerk, City of Monterey Park

Publish May 25, 2023 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

MICHAEL WILLIAM HAHN CASE NO.

30-2023-01323434-PR-LACMC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MICHAEL WILLIAM HAHN.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KRISTIN MIGUEL in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KRISTIN MIGUEL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/15/23 at 1:30PM in Dept. CM06 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD., COSTA MESA,, CA 92626

NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES

The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to

5/18, 5/22, 5/25/23

CNS-3701832# ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

ALICIA J. MANANGON

CASE NO. 23STPB02803

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ALICIA

J. MANANGON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CECILIA NOEMI MANANGON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CECILIA NOEMI MANANGON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/09/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 4 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/16/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner

EDGAR SAENZ, ESQ. SBN 126270

LAW OFFICE OF EDGAR SAENZ 8921 S SEPULVEDA BLVD., STE 101 LOS ANGELES CA 90045

5/18, 5/22, 5/25/23

the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of CaliforniaCounty of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/time set for your hearing.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner ANTHONY S. FRANCESCHI - SBN 262297, CALIFORNIA PROBATE AND TRUST, PC

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner

CALVIN A. SLATER, ESQ. - SBN 101364/VAUGHN BLACKMAN, ESQ. - SBN 273873, SLATER COSME, PC 199 S. LOS ROBLES AVE., SUITE 560 PASADENA CA 91101 5/18, 5/22, 5/25/23

CNS-3701824# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

GORDON JAMES HAZLITT

CASE NO. 23STPB05171

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of GORDON JAMES HAZLITT.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTOPHER CARL HAZLITT in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CHRISTOPHER CARL HAZLITT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required

CNS-3701416# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

BARBARA ANN KREPS CARTER

CASE NO. PROSB2300569

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of BARBARA ANN KREPS CARTER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JON TAYLOR CARTER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JON TAYLOR CARTER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/21/23 at 9:00AM in Dept. S37 located at 247 W. THIRD STREET, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice

under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

In Pro Per Petitioner

JON TAYLOR CARTER

63211 BLACK POWDER LANE BEND OR 97701 5/22, 5/25, 5/29/23

CNS-3702613#

ONTARIO NEWS PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

CARL ROBERT HENRY FRIESEN

CASE NO. 23STPB05359

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of CARL ROBERT HENRY FRIESEN.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOHN VILLAREAL in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOHN VILLAREAL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/21/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

E. THOMAS CHAVEZ - SBN 123017, LAW OFFICE OF E. THOMAS CHAVEZ

301 E. COLORADO BLVD., STE. 611 PASADENA CA 91101

5/25, 5/29, 6/1/23

CNS-3703296#

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

LEAH RAE ANDERSON

CASE NO. 23STPB05355

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons

who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LEAH RAE ANDERSON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RONALD LEE ANDERSON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that RONALD LEE ANDERSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/28/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

LISA WEINMANN - SBN 320109, PROBATE CALIFORNIA

17765 CALLE GRANADA MORGAN HILL CA 95037

5/25, 5/29, 6/1/23

CNS-3703492#

BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RUBEN R. MARTINEZ

CASE NO. 23STPB05032

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RUBEN R. MARTINEZ.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RUBEN G. MARTINEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that RUBEN G. MARTINEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/14/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a con-

tingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

JASON A. FETCHIK - SBN 227832, DRISKELL, GORDON & FETCHIK 180 N. GLENDORA AVENUE, SUITE 201 GLENDORA CA 91741 5/25, 5/29, 6/1/23 CNS-3703780# WEST COVINA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHARLOTTE WAMPLER

CASE NO. 23STPB05413

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of CHARLOTTE WAMPLER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SHOUSHAN MOVSESIAN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SHOUSHAN MOVSESIAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/23/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

CNS-3703983# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF PATRICIA JEAN BILLINGS

Case No. 23STPB02178

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of PATRICIA JEAN BILLINGS

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Ana Maria Jimenez in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Ana Maria Jimenez be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on June 13, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 4 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner:

RANDOLPH M SHARON ESQ SBN 118607 LAW OFFICES OF RANDOLPH M SHARON APC 3125 OLD CONEJO RD THOUSAND OAKS CA 91320 CN997091 BILLINGS May 25,29, Jun 1, 2023 WEST COVINA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

BRIJDEEP CHAWLA CASE NO. 23STPB01702

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of BRIJDEEP CHAWLA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by OMAR CHAWLA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that OMAR CHAWLA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 07/28/23

at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner ROZSA GYENE, ESQ. - SBN 208356 LAW OFFICE OF ROZSA GYENE 450 N. BRAND BLVD., STE 623 GLENDALE CA 91203

5/25, 5/29, 6/1/23

CNS-3704495#

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JOHN DALE HUMPHREYS

Case No. 23STPB02897

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of JOHN DALE HUMPHREYS

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Jessica Lancaster in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Jessica Lancaster be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. A HEARING on the petition will be held on July 20, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. 79. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner:

Public Notices

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Maria Inez Alvarado FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23AHCP00181 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 150 W Commonwealth Ave, Alhambra Ca 90801, Northeast Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Maria Inez Alvarado filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Maria Inez Alvarado to Proposed name Maggie Inez Alvarado 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 07/12/2023 Time: 8:30AM Dept: 3. Room: 300 The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Alhambra Press DATED: April 25, 2023 Robin Miller Sloan JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2023 ALHAMBRA PRESS

CASE NUMBER: (Numero del Caso): CIV SB 2214958 SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL)

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Plaintiff’s Title Thereto. YOU ARE

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NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

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Pasadena Playhouse named Regional Theatre Tony Award honoree

By City News Service

The Pasadena Playhouse was named Tuesday the recipient of the 2023 Regional Theatre Tony Award, honoring its history of presenting "innovative and inspiring" productions over the past century.

"This is an extraordinary honor and a defining moment for our community," Pasadena Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman said in a statement. "Anyone who has worked at or experienced theater at Pasadena Playhouse understands how unique and special a place it is.

"At its core, the Playhouse is made up of an exceptional community of artists, arts administrators, production professionals, volunteers, audiences, and supporters who are all connected and inspired by our founding ideal of being a theater of, by, and for our community," Feldman said. "This most prestigious award honors every person who has played a role in making and continuing to

make Pasadena Playhouse one of the great cultural institutions in America."

The playhouse was nominated for the award by the American Theatre Critics Association. The honor comes with a $25,000 grant.

"We are thrilled to present the 2023 Regional Theatre Tony Award to Pasadena Playhouse," Heather Hitchens, president/CEO of the American Theatre Wing, and Charlotte St. Martin, president of The Broadway League, said in a joint statement.

"Pasadena Playhouse has made a significant impact -- on both a local and global level, by developing some of the most innovative and inspiring works and artists."

The award will be presented during the 76th Tony Awards ceremony, scheduled for June 11 in New York.

The Pasadena Playhouse was founded in 1917 by Gilmor Brown, and thanks to donations from the community, the theater

building itself was opened in 1925 on El Molino Avenue. It was quickly recognized as one of the largest theater complexes in the world, including five stages and the School for Theater Arts, later the College of Theatre Arts.

The complex is now listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, and it was proclaimed the official State Theater of California in 1937, a title it still holds.

The theater itself helped launch the careers of countless performers, playwrights, directors and other industry greats. Among those who have walked the stage are Dustin Hoffman, Gene Hackman, Robert Preston, Sally Struthers, Raymond Burr, Eve Arden, Mako, Joanne Worley and Jamie Farr.

With the theater scene expanding locally, the Pasadena Playhouse was forced in the 1960s to close and declare bankruptcy, but it reopened in 1986 as a nonprofit and was quickly reestablished as a major

player in the Southland theater scene, thanks to the leadership of artistic director Sheldon Epps.

The theater ran into more financial difficulties in 2010, but it rebounded again thanks to donors. Feldman took over as artistic director in 2016.

The Playhouse will mark its 100th anniversary in 2025.

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Esmeralda Negrete, a single mother of three living in Boyle Heights and a full-time caretaker for her youngest with special needs, hailed the ruling.

"For my family, the emergency protections are an important safety net," said Negrete. "What if my

son gets sick again and can't work? At least with these new protections they can't put us out on the streets for falling a little bit behind."

Daniel Yukelson, executive director of the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles, said the organization filed the preliminary injunction to overturn the two new tenant protec-

tion ordinances in the city because "they are in clear violations of state law."

"Many people liquidated their retirement savings just to keep their buildings afloat while having to deal with tenants who aren't paying their rent," Yukelson told City News Service. "These new ordinances that got passed create more layers or risk and for

opportunities for owners to be taken advantage of."

the future, the Playhouse will continue to lead the field with artistic excellence and quality, grow its educational opportunities for everyone, expand its family programming to develop future audiences, and secure funding to modernize the historical building and ensure its future," according to a theater statement. "With the support of the commu-

nity to which the Playhouse belongs, it will continue to be a beacon of innovation, excellence, and extraordinary storytelling. The Playhouse will continue to be an organization that makes theater for everyone."

According to the Los Angeles Times, the only other L.A. theater to receive the Tony Awards honor was the Mark Taper Forum in 1977.

Yukelson said hearings for preliminary injunctions are hard to prevail on because judges "want evidence presented in court before making a decision with respect to one." The AAGLA will continue to bring forth a case to halt these ordinances, he added. |

Interior of Pasadena Playhouse. | Photo by Jeff Lorch

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City Council votes to accept donation of LAPD 'robot dog'

By City News Service

The Los Angeles City Council voted 8-4 Tuesday to approve the donation of a so-called robot dog for use by the Los Angeles Police Department following more than an hour of public comment against the device and criticism from a council member.

The council moved to accept the donation with an amendment by Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky to ensure that the LAPD provide quarterly reports regarding deployment of the device, outcomes of deployment and any issues pertaining to the use of it.

In addition, the council will "closely monitor" the $277,917 Quadruped Unmanned Ground Vehicle and ultimately modify the deployment policy or suspend the use of the device at any time.

"As with the use of any new technology used in policing, it is important that the City Council have appropriate oversight and the ability to modify or half the program if circumstances warrant," Yaroslavsky said.

The device, built by Boston Dynamics, was offered as a donation to the LAPD's Metropolitan Division by the Los Angeles Police Foundation.

Council members Heather Hutt, Curren Price, Nithya Raman and Hugo Soto-Martinez voted

against the donation. Council members Eunisses Hernandez and Marqueece Harris-Dawson were absent from Tuesday's meeting.

Most residents who spoke during public comment urged the council to decline the donation, stating it would only be used to further criminalize and harm Black and Latino communities.

"This is the third time that this has been on the agenda and, hopefully, you guys will make the right decision to let this be the last time and strike it out," Emerald Johnson said. "We, your constituents, do not want the robot dog. It's not just a donation, and this will cost us a lot more in the long run."

Brendan Schulman, vice president of policy and government for Boston Dynamics, and David Kowalski, deputy chief for the LAPD, came forward to answer questions from Soto-Martinez.

The councilman, in a tense exchange, asked Kowalski to provide details in which unarmed technology was used in 2022. An LAPD report indicated unarmed technology was deployed 39 times in various parts of the city.

"Obviously, one of the concerns expressed in the last council meeting was whether technology used by us was disproportionately being utilized

in some neighborhoods of Los Angeles," Kowalski said. "A review of those deployments on both the sUAS (small unmanned aerial systems) as well as the (ground-based) robotics, we found no specific trends or patterns related to those deployments."

Soto-Martinez said that "just isn't true," claiming LAPD unarmed devices were deployed more often in Hollywood and South Los Angeles compared with some of LA's more affluent neighborhoods and communities.

Kowalski reassured the council that the LAPD has "clearly defined situations for use with a strict approval process."

LAPD representatives previously assured the public that the device would be used only in SWAT, hazardous materials or search-and-rescue operations. Police also insisted the robot will never be equipped with any sort of weapons or facialrecognition technology, nor will it be used in any type of patrol operations.

Soto-Martinez asked Schulman to share which cities also contracted with Boston Dynamics for use of the QUGV device and the extent of those relationships.

Schulman said he did not have a full list of other cities, but he cited the Houston Police

Department and the New York City Police Department as examples of law enforcement agencies who are contracted with his company.

"The robot is primarily used in industrial applications," Schulman said. "Less than 10% of our customers are public safety agencies such as LAPD."

Soto-Martinez wondered about the financial cost for the contract with New York. Schulman said the NYPD purchased two robots, and the cost is "a matter of public record." The value of the technology and the mission of the company is to "create robots that help people," he added.

Soto-Martinez said the donation to the LAPD represents an "expansion of the current boundaries around policing and surveillance."

"We know, like we've seen in the past, these donations usually end being a line item in the budget and the (representative) from Boston Dynamics didn't want to reveal the contract with New York City, which leads me to more suspicion,"

Soto-Martinez said.

"You know, this is highly disturbing automation of law enforcement that sets a dangerous precedent for our future in our community safety."

Other council members have previously defended the donation as adding a tool that could assist officers in life-threatening situations.

Councilman John Lee noted that the groundbased robot is nimble and can perform tasks such as opening doors and accessing areas that aerial drones cannot — providing a valuable tool in cases such as a barricade situation or other standoff.

"This has the ability to save lives," Lee said.

In a statement, the LAPD said the agency will be using the QUGV robot in the coming months, following training and testing.

"I am appreciative of the approval today by the majority of the City Council in accepting the donation of the Los Angeles Police Foundation in acquiring this state-ofthe-art mechanical robot," Police Chief Michel Moore said in a statement.

The device will allow the department to "better protect" officers and the community, he added, and to "deescalate dangerous situations."

According to the statement, the LAPD says all digital evidence, such as photographs, video or audio, captured by the robot during deployment will be recorded and archived in accordance with current department policy.

Lastly, the department said the QUGV would not be equipped with or use any facial recognition software or analysis capabilities, nor would it be used for routine patrol duties or covert surveillance operations.

Just after the council took its vote, one person was suspected of vandalizing the walls just outside the Council Chamber, according to LAPD officers. The suspect tagged the walls with the words "evil" and "sold your souls," most likely in response to the council's vote on the LAPD robot.

Officers said they briefly chased the suspect outside City Hall, but no arrest was made.

A Boston Dynamics robot dog. | Photo courtesy of JJxFile/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)