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LA County supervisors approve $24M

exonerated men

By Fred Shuster, City News Service

Without discussion, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved a $24 million payment to settle a civil rights lawsuit brought by two men who were wrongly imprisoned for more than 23 years for a murder they did not commit.

John Klene, 45, and Eduardo Dumbrique, 42, were exonerated three years ago by the District Attorney's Office after nearly a decade of investigation by a nonprofit group who worked on the case.

The Los Angeles men filed their federal civil rights lawsuit in 2022 against the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and District Attorney's Office arising from their arrest and conviction for the murder of Antonio Alarcon nearly 27 years ago.

"I hope today provides some measure of justice for John, Eduardo, and their loved ones," LA County District Attorney George Gascón said in a statement provided to

City News Service after the board's vote. "My office has exonerated 14 people who wrongfully and collectively served more than 300 years in prison for crimes they did not commit: each exoneration represents my overriding commitment to upholding the truth in our criminal justice system."

At about 11 p.m. on June 28, 1997, gang member Alarcon, 25, was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting near a pay telephone at 11650 Prairie Ave. in Hawthorne.

A few days later, Santo "Payaso" Alvarez was arrested in Torrance for possession of a weapon and a hypodermic needle. Alvarez, also a gang member, offered information on the murder of Alarcon in exchange for his release. Alvarez claimed he had seen Dumbrique, then 15, and Klene, then 18, together, and heard Klene announce his intention to kill someone from Alarcon's gang. According to their lawsuit,

Klene and Dumbrique were in another city the night of the murder, at the home of Klene's parents watching the heavyweight title fight between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield, with a number of witnesses present.

LASDinvestigators, however, took the word of Alvarez, who said Klene and Dumbrique were involved in the shooting, according to the lawsuit. The investigators allegedly fabricated witness statements about Klene and Dumbrique being seen in a green vehicle used in the fatal attack, the suit alleged.

On Dec. 4, 1998, a Los Angeles jury convicted Klene and Dumbrique of firstdegree murder. Both were sentenced to life in prison without parole. Their subsequent appeals were denied.

In March 2012, Klene learned for the first time that another man had admitted he had murdered Alarcon. Klene reached out to Inno-

cence Matters, a Torrancebased nonprofit organization that investigates wrongful convictions. In October 2012, Klene filed a state petition for a writ of habeas corpus.

On February 19, 2021, the motion to vacate was granted, the charge was dismissed, and Klene was released. The prosecution also agreed to vacate Dumbrique'sconviction, and his case was dismissed. Dumbrique was released.

In November 2022, Klene and Dumbrique filed the civil rights lawsuit in Los Angeles federal court alleging they were framed.

The Board of Supervisors agenda for Tuesday explained the reason for the recommendation to settle the suit, saying, "Given the high risks and uncertainties of litigation, a reasonable settlement at this time will avoid further litigation costs. The full and final settlement of the case in the amount of $24 million is recommended."

After pro-Palestinian encampment cleared, USC preps for graduation

By City News Service

USC was preparing for graduation ceremonies Tuesday after a pro-Palestinian encampment was cleared by officers with the Los Angeles Police Department and the university's Department of Public Safety, ending a highprofile demonstration that began in April.

USC announced Monday that "the University Park Campus is now open to students, faculty, staff, registered guests and known vendors with confirmation of work."

The university's various commencement ceremonies — minus the traditional main stage ceremony that was previously canceled — began Wednesday and will continue through Saturday at various locations around campus.

Commencement season has been a bit of a roller-coaster for USC students, given the various protests that have occurred on campus and the establishment of an encampment that was cleared by police early Sunday morning.

"This morning DPS, with the assistance of the LAPD, removed the occupiers who had rebuilt their illegal encampment in Alumni Park. The operation was peaceful. Campus is opening, students are returning to prepare for finals, and commencement set-up is in full swing," USC President Carol Folt said in a statement released around midday Sunday.

"Over the last few weeks, the university exercised patience and restraint as we worked to de-escalate a volatile situation. We've spoken to the occupiers daily, issued repeated warnings, and offered opportunities and locations for them to protest lawfully. We've supported their right to express strong opinions and passions for their cause, as always," she continued.

"Yet when free speech protests devolve into illegal occupations, violating the rights of others, we must draw a line. ... We are in the critical period from the end-of-term quiet study week, through finals and our commencement ceremonies.

"Despite our efforts to de-escalate, the occupation was spiraling in a dangerous direction over the last several days. Areas of campus were blocked, people walking down Trousdale, our main thoroughfare, were harassed, and iconic Trojan symbols were defaced. In addition, university property was stolen, and commencement structures were dismantled. Residence halls, campus throughfares, and libraries had become places of confrontation. Some finals were disrupted with noise and chanting during mandated quiet periods. Yesterday afternoon, outside agitators jumped the perimeter fencing and assaulted our officers.

"This had to stop. With no resolution in sight, I requested the LAPD to assist DPS in removing the encampment as peacefully and safely as possible. At 4:10 a.m., an order to disperse was issued, providing the trespassers one last opportunity to leave voluntarily. In 64 minutes, the encampment was abandoned and cleared. The operation was peaceful with no arrests. We will not tolerate illegal encampments of any kind at USC."

Duarte looking for LA County artists for utility box art program

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Eduardo Dumbrique. | Photo courtesy of The National Registry of Exonerations/Facebook

DDuarte looking for LA County artists for utility box art program

uarte is now looking for original designs by local artists to cover four utility boxes in the city.

Los Angeles Countybased artists aged 18 or older are encouraged to showcase their talents while promoting eye-catching public art throughout the city. This application is open to all artists: professional, amateur, and students. All approved designs will be printed on vinyl and installed on city-owned utility boxes by a thirdparty vendor.

The original artwork can be designed or created in any 2D medium such as graphic art, photos, or similar materials. Applicants are encouraged to develop designs in digital format, however, the city will also accept photographs or scans of physical art for the application.

This call for artists is part of the Utility Box Art Program, which aims to transform these metal cabinets into works of art in order to contribute to the unique character of each site location and create a more vibrant and welcoming cityscape.

Utility Box #1

-Located at the southeast corner of Huntington Drive and Mountain Avenue.

-The theme chosen for this location is “Route 66.”

-This location is the westerly gateway of the city and will be one of the first things motorists and pedestrians see as they enter the community. The utility box does not have a meter pedestal and is located within the public sidewalk.

Utility Box #2

Located at the southwest corner of Duarte Road and Circle Road.

The theme chosen for this location is “Medical Health.”

This location is at the easterly entrance to the City of Hope campus, across the street from the light rail station, and adjacent

By Staff

to the city’s Duarte Road bike lane. The utility box will be very visible for the many staff and visitors who use light rail to commute to City of Hope, in addition to the general public. A meter pedestal accompanies the utility box and a public sidewalk surrounds them.

Utility Box #3

-Located at the northeast corner of Fasana Road and Highland Avenue.

-The theme chosen for this location is “Transportation.”

-This location is adjacent to the city’s light rail station, and across the street from the Duarte Station Specific Plan – the community’s transit-oriented neighborhood. A 344-unit apartment building was completed in 2023, and a second, 292-unit, apartment building is slated to be completed by the end of 2024. Future uses adjacent to this box location may include additional mid-rise apartment buildings, mixed-use, and/or hospitality. This location is located at a “T” intersection and will be very visible to eastbound Fasana Road traffic. There is a meter pedestal with this utility box, but there

is no sidewalk abutting them. A bike “sharrow” lane is located on both sides of Highland Avenue.

Utility Box #4

-Located at the southeast corner of Huntington Drive and Crestfield Drive.

-The theme for this chosen location is “Childhood.”

-This utility box is located on the public sidewalk, in front of the Maryvale Early Education Center along with the easterly segment of Huntington Drive. This location will be most visible to pedestrians and many of the commuters who take Huntington Drive for their evening commute. The utility box does not have a meter pedestal and is located within the public sidewalk.

All submissions must include a Utility Box Art Program application, original artwork, and both a 200-word maximum artist statement and artwork statement. In addition to these requirements, artists can also submit a resume and one to three examples of previous artwork. Submissions for locations with both a utility box and a meter pedestal must include

designs for both boxes. Artists can submit up to two design proposals, but an artist can only have one submission chosen by the city. Artwork will be evaluated by the Arts Ad Hoc Committee and will recommend submissions to the City Council for final approval. If their work is selected, artists will be notified within one week of City Council approval. Selected artists will be paid a $750 stipend per each approved design chosen for those utility box locations that contain only a utility box. Selected artists will be provided an additional $200 stipend per each approved chosen design for locations that have both a utility box and a meter pedestal. The artist will not be responsible for installing vinyl wraps. All submissions must be emailed, hand-delivered or mailed to the Community Development Department (1600 Huntington Drive) no later than July 8 at 6 p.m. For more information on artwork requirements, artist eligibility, project details, and application guidelines, please AccessDuarte.com/Utility-BoxArt-Program.

| Photos courtesy of City of Duarte

New sports, events included in Paris Olympics this summer

By Jill Jaracz, Stacker

You're used to seeing track and field, gymnastics, and swimming at the Summer Olympics, but did you know breakdancing is now an Olympic sport? Stacker examined the new sports and events coming to the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Many sports vie to be in the Olympics for greater visibility and to fuel participation. The International Olympic Committee's revenue-sharing model doesn't hurt either — after the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics, the IOC distributed nearly $523 million to the international federations governing the sports in the Olympic program.

Though many sports try, getting onto the Olympic program is a complex process that can take years. There are two elements of the Olympic sports program: The initial program consists of the core sports you see at every Games and hosts cityselected sports.

To be considered for Olympic inclusion, the sport must have an international federation that the IOC "recognizes." Recognized international federations

IOC membership votes on the initial sports program about seven years before an Olympics occurs. Once a sport is on this list, it's almost permanently put on the program, although that's not always the case.

Host cities may also add sports to the program — with IOC approval — to make their Olympics unique. Host cities make their selections using a framework of 35 considerations, including the number of athletes, appeal to youth, costs and local popularity. The number of new sports can vary — the 2020 Tokyo Olympics had five new sports.

Paris kept new sports like skateboarding, sport climbing and surfing and added one new sport to the mix.

Sports may also change their events from Olympic year to Olympic year to modernize them, appeal to younger generations, and provide more opportunities for women. In Tokyo, basketball added a 3-on-3 event, giving urban half-court play an Olympic platform. In Paris, you'll also see several new events that will change

have participation from a wide range of countries and continents, a world championship, and abide by many rules, including those against doping and competition manipulation. Recognized status does not guarantee Olympic inclusion — chess, billiards, and cheerleading are all IOC-recognized sports but have yet to be in the Olympics.

Federation took breaking under its wing in its quest to get competitive dance in the Olympics. The IOC included it in the program at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games, where it got more and more attention. Seeking a Games with a youthful, urban feel, Paris nominated it for the sports program.

The competition in Paris will feature men's and women's events with 16 B-boys and B-girls each. They'll compete in a headto-head battle of three one-minute rounds where competitors throw down their moves.

Judges look for the best

the sport's governing body, only welcomed them to the world championships in 2015. In 2022, it announced that men could compete at the Olympics.

At the Olympics, men will only be allowed to compete in the team event — the duet will remain women-only, and they can only take up to two slots on the eight-person team.

Not every team is expected to have men, but Italy's team may include Giorgio Minisini, the first man to compete in a team at a senior-level event. The U.S. may feature 45-yearold Bill May, a pioneer and

physicality, creativity, and personal style because they compare dancers against each other rather than against a set of execution metrics like in gymnastics routines.

Look for American B-girl Sunny Choi, Japan's B-boy Shigekix and B-girl Ami, and Canada's B-Boy Phil Wizard to spin up some moves in the competition.

Men in artistic swimming

walk two legs of the relay to complete 42.195 kilometers, the marathon length. Although the event is designed to promote gender equality, men will still walk farther — they'll do legs of 12.195 and 10 kilometers, while women will complete two 10-kilometer legs.

Kayak cross

up the Games. Breaking

The one new sport for Paris 2024 — breaking, or breakdancing — originated in the 1970s with the emergence of hip-hop culture in the United States. While some consider it more of an art form embedded in the culture, a competitive version evolved as a sport.

The World DanceSport

When artistic swimming — formerly known as synchronized swimming — was introduced to the Olympics in 1984, it was a sport for women only. However, men had participated in the sport as far back as the 1940s but were eventually pushed out as universities looked for ways to offer women's sports to adhere to Title IX requirements.

While men still competed at lower levels of the sport, World Aquatics,

activist for male inclusion in the sport.

Marathon race walk mixed relay

As the IOC pushes for more gender equality, many sports have added mixed relay events to give women more medal opportunities. In track and field — also called athletics — women racewalkers have historically experienced a lot of disparity. Race walking was first included in the 1908 London Games as a men's event. Meanwhile, women didn't get an Olympic event until 2000, the 20-kilometer.

After the 2020 Summer Olympics, World Athletics opted to remove the men's 50-kilometer race not only because it deemed shorter distances more marketable but also to make room for a mixed relay event to give both men and women an opportunity to win two medals.

The event will pit 22 teams of two who will each

Traditionally, Olympic kayak slalom has been a solo event with athletes competing against the clock as they traverse a roaring whitewater course. The new kayak cross event turns this into a full-contact sport, as four athletes go down the whitewater course simultaneously, vying to be the first to cross the finish line.

Kiteboarding

Competed at every Olympics since 1900, sailing has continually evolved to feature categories of boats that are popular within the sport. In 2024, kiteboarding for men and women will join the schedule. In this racing class, athletes balance on boards and hang onto a large kite that catches the wind to propel them along the water. With strong enough winds, competitors can reach 45 mph. Players can also wow the crowd with high jumps and tricks.

The competition

Rather than start in the water, athletes drop from an overhead ramp onto the course, paddling downstream and upstream around gates, jostling each other to get the best line.

Another added feature is the roll zone, a section of the course where paddlers must fully roll over in their boat, including a full head submersion.

American Evy Leibfarth,

consists of multiple races over several days to determine who moves on to the semifinal rounds. Look for American Daniela Moroz, who has won multiple world titles, to be in contention for the podium.

Written by Jill Jaracz. Story editing by Carren Jao. Copy editing by Robert Wickwire. This article was retitled and copy edited from its original version.

Australian Jessica Fox and Brit Joe Clarke are names to watch in this debut event.

Breakdancers. | Photo courtesy of Pauline Ballet/Getty Images/Stacker

| Photo courtesy of Christian Petersen/Getty Images for World Athletics/Stacker

Men in artistic swimming. | Photo courtesy of Quinn Rooney/ Getty Images/Stacker

| Photo courtesy of Aurelien Meunier/Getty Images/Stacker

Los Angeles

Monterey Park

Monterey Park Play Days Carnival begins Thursday

In celebration of Monterey Park’s 108th birthday, the city is hosting a four-day carnival featuring rides, live entertainment, food and games at Barnes Park (350 S. McPherrin Ave. in Monterey Park). Festivities kick off on Thursday at 5 p.m. with a Cinco de Mayo tribute featuring mariachi, Los Cambalache and The Band DRIVE. For a complete list of entertainment, visit https:// www.montereypark.ca.gov/ Calendar.aspx?EID=9919. The festival will also feature food trucks, vendors, a farmers market, and raffles.

Monrovia

Monrovia Fire & Rescue Pancake Breakfast this Saturday

To celebrate Fire Service Day, the Monrovia Fire & Rescue is hosting their annual pancake breakfast on Saturday from 7 to 11 a.m. at Fire Station 101 (141 E. Lemon Ave.) for pancakes and fun activities like the Jr. Firefighter challenge, raffles, displays, and live demonstrations. Tickets will be sold at the event for $5 and proceeds will benefit local Monrovia charities.

Long Beach

City of Long Beach launches Sensory Area for Everyone vehicle

The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with KultureCity, has launched a new mobile

sensory service, the Sensory Area for Everyone vehicle. This new resource will serve as a sensory relief room for community members who may seek immediate comfort in high-stress or noisy environments, such as community events or emergency situations. Some of these features include: sound proofing and noise canceling earmuffs, low lighting, air conditioning, sensory spinning carousels and eco-friendly bean bag chairs, tactile walls, color changing light shows and water bubbles, weighted lap pads, and ramp access.

Burbank

Burbank named Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation

For the 47th consecutive year, the City of Burbank has been named a 2024 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. Burbank achieved the Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four requirements: maintain a tree board or department, have a tree ordinance, dedicate an annual community forestry budget of $2 per capita, and host an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

San Gabriel

Join SGFD for Fire Service Day on Saturday

The San Gabriel Fire Department is celebrating Fire Service Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. by hosting an open house at San Gabriel Fire Station 51 located at 1303 S. Del Mar Ave. This free event is open to all who are interested in getting a “behind-the-scenes” look at the fire department. During

the event, visitors can meet firefighters, take a tour of the fire station, and witness live demonstrations of fire suppression techniques, sidewalk CPR, and disaster preparation presentations. The kids will also get a chance to inspect the bright red fire trucks up close. Free hotdogs and chips will also be provided to all visitors.

Orange County

Orange County

Bridgerton author Julia Quinn stopping at OC library

Julia Quinn — author of the wildly popular Bridgerton books, now a Netflix original series — will stop by the Norma Hertzog Community Center (1845 Park Ave. in Costa Mesa) on Sunday, May 19, at 11 a.m. Books will be available for purchase, courtesy of Mysterious Galaxy. No registration is required and all ages are welcome. For more information, call (714) 566-3034 or email ocpl.programs@occr. ocgov.com.

Anaheim

Anahaeim gives final approval to DisneylandForward expansion plan

Anaheim’s City Council has taken a second and final vote to approve DisneylandForward, a plan to allow new theme park, hotel, entertainment and retail development around its existing theme parks. The approved zoning changes and ordinances require another 30 days for changes to take effect. Development under DisneylandForward, including new theme park lands and attrac-

tions, would play out over years and decades. DisneylandForward is a multidecade plan to update where types of development can go and how they mix together on space Disney already owns or operates on around its Anaheim theme parks

Riverside

Riverside County

County Waste Department offers DIY teacup succulent reuse workshop

Join Riverside County Department of Waste Resources for a free workshop to make a do it yourself teacup succulent arrangement to take home. A recycling specialist will walk you through the steps to make a simple reuse project to upcycle a teacup into a planter for succulents. The workshop will be on Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. at 14310 Frederick St. in Moreno Valley and all materials will be provided at the workshop. Gently used tea cups and mugs for this project were donated by the Assistance League of Riverside. Register and reserve at rcwaste.eventbrite.com

City of Riverside

Riverside tree planting event this Saturday

Join TreePeople's Riverside team and help plant more urban trees in Riverside's Eastside neighborhood. Planting trees increases shade, rainwater capture, cleanses water draining to the ocean, bolsters air quality, and mitigates the impact of climate change for the Inland Empire. The event

will be Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverside Faith Temple at 2355 Pennsylvania Ave. Participants will also enjoy a community resource fair, and take home a free fruit tree, while supplies last. Sign up at https://www.treepeople.org/volunteer/.

Corona

Corona FD observes Childhood Drowning Prevention Month

The month of May is Childhood Drowning Prevention Month and the Corona Fire Department would like to increase awareness to help save lives as warmer weather approaches. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children under the age of 5. In 2023, 1,803 children under the age of 18 died from drowning in the United States. If you would like to learn more about drowning prevention you can visit the Childhood Drowning Prevention Foundation’s website at www.childhooddrowningpreventionfoundation.org. For residents looking to learn CPR visit www.CoronaCA. gov/CPR.

San Bernardino

San Bernardino County

Veterans Affairs earns over $1M in state revenue

San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs earned $1,002,750 in state revenue generated by Veteran Services Officers (VSO) in claims filed for federal benefits for veterans and their families.

The state grants 11 million dollars in revenue each fiscal year to be paid to all 55 counties on a pro-rata basis

measured by county VSO office performance. The department received notification from the California Association of County Veterans Service Officers (CACVSO), an organization of professional veteran’s advocates committed to an efficient system of services and advocacy to veterans, that they will be awarded the highest share of the $11 million among the 55 counties to help fund operations.

City of San Bernardino

Community plant sale this Saturday

Support to the Neighborhood Association Council of San Bernardino while finding plants to beautify your home at the community plant sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. at Wildwood Park (536 E. 40th St, San Bernardino, CA 92404). Free compost will be available with purchase.

Ontario

Ontario to present plans at ICSC Las Vegas event

Ontario’s Economic Development Team plans to demonstrate the city’s opportunities for investment and development at the upcoming International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) RECon event. Delegates from the City of Ontario will be available to engage with developers, retailers, and investors alike. To schedule a meeting with the City of Ontario’s representatives at ICSC Las Vegas 2024, contact Peter Pallesen at ppallesen@ontarioca.gov or visit South Hall Booth #4937R during the on May 19-21.

Monrovia

April 25

At 1:19 a.m., employees from a business in the 300 block of West Foothill reported that an unknown subject threw a rock through the window. The subject was gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

April 26

At 12:58 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Myrtle and Pomona saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and the officer made contact with the driver. A computer search revealed the driver was unlicensed and the passenger was wanted by the Arcadia Police Department. The passenger was arrested and taken into custody.

At 10:37 a.m., a caller in the 500 block of West Huntington reported a subject who was refusing to leave. Officers arrived and the subject left. Officers were called back and the subject was arrested and taken into custody.

At 7:31 p.m., while patrolling the area of Primrose and Linwood an officer saw a bicyclist in violation of a vehicle code. The bicyclist was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 7:54 p.m., in the area of Huntington and Magnolia, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a vehicle code violation. Further investigation revealed the driver had an outstanding felony warrant out of Monrovia for domestic violence. The subject was arrested and booked before bonding out.

April 28

At 1:12 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Ivy and Chestnut saw a motorist commit a traffic violation and conducted a traffic stop. The officer made contact with the driver who displayed symptoms of being under the influence. A DUI investigation confirmed that the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 1:25 p.m., a resident in

the 1300 block of South Fifth reported a burglary that had occurred two weeks prior. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:06 p.m., a customer of a store in the 600 block of West Huntington discovered someone stole her wallet while she was inside the store and the suspect had made several fraudulent transactions. This investigation is continuing.

April 29

At 2:10 a.m., a resident in the 400 block of East Greystone reported his vehicle stolen. Officers searched the area for the vehicle, but could not locate it. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:57 a.m. officers were patrolling the 200 block of East Evergreen and located two subjects inside an abandoned residence. One of the subjects was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.

At 11:31 a.m., while patrolling the area of Duarte and Shamrock an officer saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. The driver was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.

At 3:43 p.m., a resident in the 1300 block of Orange called to report that his vehicle had been ransacked overnight and tools were taken. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:42 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of Duarte and Magnolia saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation and cause a traffic collision. One of the parties complained of pain, but refused medical treatment.

April 30

At 2:03 p.m., while patrolling the area of Myrtle and Pomona an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a violation. The driver admitted to being in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 3:03 p.m., a resident in the 1700 block of South Mayflower walked into the MPD lobby to report his wallet and credit cards stolen out of his vehicle. The credit cards were used at several locations before they were canceled. This inves-

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tigation is continuing.

May 1

At 10:12 a.m., a battery was reported in the 900 block of Norumbega. Officers arrived and determined that the victim was attempting to repossess the suspect’s vehicle and the suspect battered the victim. This investigation is continuing.

At 10:38 a.m., an employee of a business in the 100 block of West Foothill called to report that one of their windows had been broken overnight. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:06 p.m., a restaurant in the 800 block of West Huntington called to report a subject was trespassing. Officers made contact with the subject, and confirmed that he was in violation of a trespass authorization form. A computer search revealed the subject had two warrants for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 8:50 p.m., a vehicle fire was reported in the 900 block of East Huntington. Officers and MFD arrived to extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported. This investigation is continuing.

Arcadia

April 28

At 1:35 a.m., an officer responded to the area of Colorado Boulevard and Old Ranch Road regarding a vehicle in lanes of traffic with hazard lights on. The vehicle was missing both front tires and had severe collision damage. Upon contacting the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of alcohol emitting from the driver. Through a series of tests, the officer determined the 34-year-old female from Monrovia was driving under the influence of alcohol. She was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

April 29

At 12:55 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 400 block of Walnut Avenue regarding the report of a burglary. An investigation revealed several suspects stacked patio furniture and entered the home through a second

story window. The suspects ransacked the home stealing a watch and the surveillance system. The suspects were seen leaving the scene in a white UHaul cargo van.

At 9:10 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 100 block of East Arthur Avenue regarding a vehicle vandalism report. The victim left his vehicle parked in the driveway of the residence overnight. He returned to his car in the morning and discovered that an unknown suspect smashed the front passenger side window.

April 30

At 3:52 p.m., officers responded to Arcadia High School, 180 Campus Drive, regarding an assault on two juveniles. The suspect exited his vehicle and began punching two teenage boys. After others intervened to stop the fight, the suspect got into his car and drove into one of the boys, striking him with the car. Both boys sustained minor injuries. The suspect fled the scene in a dark colored Toyota Highlander. An investigation by Arcadia Police Detectives led to the apprehension and arrest of the 42-year-

old suspect from Arcadia. At 3:37 p.m., officers responded to the area of Live Oak Avenue and Second Avenue regarding the notification of a stolen vehicle in the area. Officers located the vehicle, occupied by a female driver with her small child in the rear seat, in the 600 block of Duarte Road. The driver was found to be in possession of methamphetamine. The driver called her girlfriend to take custody of her child and an investigation revealed the girlfriend had an outstanding warrant for her arrest. The child was released to a grandparent. The 30-year-old female from South El Monte and her 34-year-old girlfriend from El Monte were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

May 1

At 7:46 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 700 block of Fairview Avenue regarding a vandalism report. An unknown suspect used a pellet gun to shoot the victim’s sliding glass door. Three additional reports were taken. Employees at Rusnak, 101 N. Santa Anita Ave., reported the windows of three vehicles

had been shattered by a pellet gun. Reports were also taken at Starbucks, 300 E. Huntington Drive, and O2 Karaoke, 1220 S. Baldwin Ave., where a pellet gun was used to shatter the front glass doors of the locations during nighttime hours.

At 8:41 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 1400 block of Carmelita Place regarding an audible alarm activation. Surveillance footage revealed three suspects walking onto the property. The suspects turned off power to the house and used a ladder to climb up to the second story where they broke the window to the master bedroom causing the alarm to sound. The suspects fled the scene in an unknown direction. They were described as male suspects with thin builds. Suspect one was wearing a black sweatshirt, black pants, a black baseball cap, black and white shoes, a black mask, and black gloves. Suspect two was wearing a black sweatshirt, gray pants, a black and gray baseball cap, a black mask, and black shoes. Suspect three was wearing a light blue shirt, black pants, a gray baseball cap, a black mask, black gloves, and tan shoes.

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Support Taiwan's crucial role in shaping future pandemic preparedness

By Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Los Angeles Director General Amino C.Y. Chi

As the 77th World HealthAssembly (WHA) approaches, the urgency of global cooperation and inclusivity in addressing geographic disparities in global health security cannot be overstated. Despite Taiwan's exclusion from the World Health Organization (WHO), its exemplary role in shaping future pandemic preparedness stands as a beacon of effectiveness on the global stage. While the COVID-19 pandemic may no longer be classified as a global health emergency, the WHO's

cautionary warnings about future threats like a Disease X pandemic emphasize the ongoing need for collective action to strengthen health governance worldwide.

Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, the meticulous analysis of response strategies by the WHO and numerous countries has exposed shortcomings in the International Health Regulations (2005), highlighting the need for revisions to manage such crises more effectively. Taiwan's swift and decisive response to the initial outbreak showcases

its ability to identify risks and implement targeted measures efficiently. Central to this success is Taiwan’s unwavering commitment to transparency and the seamless dissemination of vital information, fostering public trust

Accordingto theGoogle,the first chamber of commerce was founded in 1599 in Marseille, France. I also asked Google when the first chamber was founded in the United States. I asked four times, and I received four different answers.

The one I felt was most legit was the New York State Chamber, which was formed in 1768 and chartered by King George III in 1770, making that chamber of commerce older than the Declaration of Independence. The first local chamber was founded in 1773 in Charleston, South Carolina, and from there the trend spread across the country.

The purpose of the

and enabling effective policy implementation.

As discussions intensify regarding the necessity of a new pandemic agreement and revisions to existing regulations, the imminent decisionmaking at the 77th WHA

carries profound significance. Taiwan's wealth of experience in pandemic management serves as a compelling testament to the imperative of inclusivity in global health governance, demanding its rightful participation in the WHA. By acknowledging Taiwan's expertise and contributions, the international community can strengthen its collective resolve to safeguard public health and uphold the principles of equity and inclusivity on a global scale.

Amidst the commemoration of the 2024 World

Monrovia Old Town report: Is there chamber danger?

chamber was simple: protection and promotion of commerce. Throughout the years, the chamber has morphed into an entity that promotes and enables businesses to actively engage with their customers and their community. Their goal is to improve the local business environment through advocacy and networking.

When I planned my wedding in 1996, I could not have done it without the chamber of commerce. I knew how to use computers, but they were for Word Perfect and Lotus 123.

Yahoo’s search engine didn’t become popular for a few more years, so I planned everything over the

By Shawn Spencer shawn@girlfridaysolutions.net

phone with the help of my good friends at the Avalon Chamber on Catalina Island.

The chamber has always been a place for business owners and entrepreneurs to promote their businesses to the community, to provide access to various resources and to form relationships.

Joining the chamber of commerce was a great indicator that the business was highly regarded, and it set that business apart from others.

However, these days, technology is moving faster than mere mortals can keep up with. In this day of receiving information at rapidfire speed, is the chamber of commerce in danger of becoming obsolete? Some

naysayers say it will soon be a thing of the past. Me? I’m not so sure.

Yes, the winds of change are upon us. But I feel strongly that the chamber can harness these winds and use them to soar into the future, and they better, lest they be blown overboard.

The chamber will have to adapt to this new world of high-speed technology. It wasn’t that long ago that no one knew what AI was. Now people are using it daily, via digital assistants, social apps, banking, predictive search, etc. Maybe one of the ways the chamber will adapt will be by helping businesses stay up to date and knowledgeable about technology, and how their business can

benefit from it, protect itself from it and stay current and relevant in this era of highspeed technology and information.

Why should your business join the chamber of commerce? It’s a great place to congregate with like-minded business owners who are striving for success — a place where you can advocate for your business and the businesses in your community. Your membership gives back to your community of businesses, because members of the chamber of commerce don’t just serve their customers, they also serve each other.

If you’re looking for a construction loan, sure, you can Google it, and call every

Health Day under the theme "My health, my right," it is vital that we advocate for the rights of Taiwan’s 23 million people, whose access to global health initiatives and resources is being disregarded by the WHO due to political considerations. Taiwan calls upon the WHO and relevant stakeholders to support Taiwan's rightful place in the upcoming 77th WHA and all WHO meetings, as is not only a matter of fairness but also a strategic imperative in bolstering global health security and resilience.

bank listed. Or you can reach out to your chamber and take advantage of their resources. Afterall, I’ve already said that a business that joins the chamber is a great indicator of a highly regarded business. When you join your local chamber of commerce, you’re building a network of other businesses to support each other. New friends that support each other with advice, word-of-mouth advertising, collaboration and more.

Stop into our Monrovia Chamber of Commerce at 620 S. Myrtle Ave. If you’re not a member yet, join! With monthly coffee socials, lunch & learns and mixers, it’s a great way to level up your business’s marketing!

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DDT chemicals making way into deep-sea food web, alarming researchers

By City News Service

Marine life off the Los Angeles coast may still be impacted by the effects of a long-disused DDT dumping site, a report by UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography and San Diego State University researchers found Monday.

In the 1940s and 1950s, the ocean off the coast of L.A. was a dumping ground for the nation's largest manufacturer of the pesticide DDT -- a chemical now known to harm humans and wildlife, according to researchers.

While legal at the time, details of the pollution some 15 miles offshore from Catalina Island have deeply concerned scientists and the public since they gained wider recognition in 2020, the authors write.

According to their findings -- published Monday in the journal Environmental Science and Technology Letters -deep-sea fish and sediments collected from near the dump site remain contaminated with numerous DDTrelated chemicals.

"These are deep-sea organisms that don't spend much time at the surface

and they are contaminated with these DDT-related chemicals," said Lihini Aluwihare, a professor of ocean chemistry at Scripps and co-author of the study.

"Establishing the current distribution of DDT contamination in deep-sea food webs lays the groundwork for thinking about whether those contaminants are also moving up through deepocean food webs into species that might be consumed by people."

According to the authors, from 1948 until at least 1961, barges contracted by DDT-producer Montrose Chemical Corporation would motor from the Port of Los Angeles out toward Catalina and pump manufacturing waste laden with sulfuric acid and up to 2% pure DDT directly into the Pacific Ocean. This practice was legal until 1972 but largely overshadowed by Montrose's other waste disposal practice -- pumping a more dilute acidic slurry that also contained DDT through L.A. County sewers and into the ocean off Palos Verdes, researchers said.

That site is now an underwater Superfund site, and the researchers said

they cannot yet rule it out as the cause of the deep-sea fish and sediment contamination.

Dumpsite 2, the Catalina site, was rediscovered in 2011 by UC Santa Barbara researcher David Valentine.

The Los Angeles Times published a story exposing the dump site in 2020.

Since then, Aluwihare, study co-author Eunha Hoh of SDSU, and other collaborators began a series of research efforts. They seek to answer two main questions:

-- Are the chemicals at Dumpsite 2 being stirred up and ingested by marine life?; and

-- Is there a chemical fingerprint unique to what was dumped there in comparison to what was piped off Palos Verdes?

The researchers collected 215 deep-water fish spanning three common species near Dumpsite 2. Chemical analysis revealed that the fish contained 10 DDT-related compounds, all of which were also present in sediment samples taken at the same time, the authors write.

According to the researchers, species collect-

ed at shallower depths contained a lower concentration of contaminants and were missing a pair of DDTrelated compounds that were present in the deepest fishes.

"None of these fish species are known to feed in the sediment of the seafloor," said Anela Choy, biological oceanographer at Scripps and co-author of the study. "There must be another mechanism that is exposing them to these contaminants. One possibility is that there are physical or biological processes

resuspending sediments around Dumpsite 2 and allowing these contaminants to enter deeper water food webs."

These findings lead the researchers to believe the concentrated chemicals on the sea floor are making their way into the wider food chain.

"Regardless of the source, this is evidence that DDT compounds are making their way into the deep ocean food web," said Margaret Stack, an environmental chemist at SDSU and the study's lead author.

Janitors approve new contract

By City News Service

Janitors who are members of SEIU-United Service Workers West in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the Bay Area and Sacramento have overwhelming ratified a new contract, the union announced Tuesday.

"That is cause for concern because it's not a big leap for it to end up in marine mammals or even humans."

Hoh said understanding the pathways by which the DDT-related chemicals are entering the food web is vital.

"We are still seeing this DDT contamination in deep-sea organisms and ocean sediments more than 50 years after they were dumped there," she said. "I'm not sure if that company expected the consequences of their pollution to last this long, but they have."

After their contract expired April 30, thousands of janitors who clean California's largest office buildings, studios, and tech campuses were set to strike if they did not reach an agreement.

However, they were able to reach agreement on a new contract with the state's largest janitorial employers that includes wage increases,

pensions for all members and protections against abusive workloads, according to union president David Huerta.

Union members voted to approve the contract Monday.

"The amount of work that janitors were asked to do on a shift, especially after the pandemic, has reached dangerous levels, and people are getting injuries from heavy lifting and repetitive motion," said Maria Ortiz, a janitor from Los Angeles and a member of the bargaining committee.

"We weren't going to accept an agreement that didn't include workload protections.

Map of known dumpsite area off the coast of Los Angeles. | Map courtesy of Scripps Institution of Oceanography/UC San Diego

Late last year, New York City made headlines when it all but banned Airbnbs and other short-term rentals within city limits. Reasons to be Cheerful revealed that in August 2023, Airbnb had more than 25,000 shortterm rentals listed in the city.

Tenant groups across the city accused short-term rental platforms of hollowing out neighborhoods and causing already-high rents to grow even higher.

"You would see tourists on the streets in neighborhoods where there weren't any hotels," recalled New York-based artist and activist Murray Cox.

The sound of rolling suitcases could be heard at all hours. Once tight-knit communities began to feel lifeless. When Cox ran the numbers on his own neighborhood — Bed-Stuy in Brooklyn — he found about 1,000 listings. Cox also heard horror stories from other parts of the city.

"People would move into a building and then find that the building was full of tourists day in and day out," he said. "In some cases, they would be so uncomfortable they'd feel forced to leave."

So, in September of 2023, New York City decided to do something about it. A series of bold requirements capped the total number of short-term rentals (STRs) and limited guests to just two at a time. They required STR operators to be primary homeowners — and to be present in the home while hosting. The city also promised to enforce those requirements, a move that would wipe out nearly 90% of active listings at the time.

Though it may sound

The towns outsmarting Airbnb to make more homes available for residents

By Corey Buhay for Reasons to be Cheerful, Stacker

revolutionary, New York's crackdown isn't the first of its kind. In fact, it's part of a growing trend — one largely spearheaded by much smaller towns. Over the last decade, communities from Irvine, California, to Durango, Colorado, have implemented clever regulations, taxes and zoning policies to hobble the STR market — or, in some cases, eliminate it altogether. As the success stories pile up, a growing body of research points to the dramatic positive impacts of policies like these, including lower rents, more equitable housing markets and the promise of a sustainable tourism economy.

When Airbnb was founded more than a decade ago, it was heralded as the harbinger of a new sharing economy. In theory, home-sharing platforms — including Airbnb, Couch-

surfing, VRBO, FlipKey and Homestay — would put underutilized bedrooms to use, matching budgetconscious travelers with locals in need of a little extra cash. The system would funnel tourism dollars into small towns in a more equitable way. It seemed like a win-win. But within a few years, one clear loser emerged: communities.

"It didn't take very long for people to realize the sharing economy was basically a scam," explains Cox, who later went on to found data-sharing platform Inside Airbnb. "People weren't using that car that was sitting in the driveway to drive Uber. And people weren't just renting out a sofa or a spare bedroom." Instead, people saw an economic opportunity they could invest in. And they started buying whole homes to rent out on Airbnb.

In many cases, speculators and investment companies were buying multiple homes expressly for shortterm rental use. A spokesperson for Airbnb notes that "the majority of Airbnb hosts in the US share just one home on Airbnb to help supplement their income and welcome guests whose spending supports billions in tax revenue and economic activity for communities." According to an analysis Cox performed in 2022, about two-thirds of Airbnb rentals in the US are in a property portfolio, which means the host owns and rents more than one property. At the time, he found nearly 23% of Airbnb hosts had two or more homes or apartments listed on the site. That made up 607,085 listings — or 63% of entire-home listings. And the top 1% of operators have more than 300,000 Airbnb listings among them

— a stat that points to huge conglomerates gobbling up the market.

These days, Airbnb isn't just a way to share underutilized bedrooms; it's big business.

Right now, about 90% of Airbnbs in Bozeman, Montana, and Nashville, Tennessee, — both popular vacation spots — are whole homes. Both Bozeman and Nashville are also relatively small towns with exploding local populations and limited housing stock. That means that every home set aside for a year-round STR listing is a home unavailable to local residents struggling to find — and afford — housing.

As the Airbnb spokesperson noted, "Experts agree the chronic, decades-long underproduction of new

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housing supply is driving today's housing affordability challenges."

But in extreme cases, the STR explosion has been a contributing factor in forcing longtime locals to move away. The so-called "Airbnb Effect" can hollow out once-vibrant communities.

This effect is most visible in popular vacation hot spots. In Hawaii, for example, out-of-towners have bought up so many homes that few are left for Native Hawaiians.

"On Maui alone, 52 percent of homes are sold to nonresidents, and 60 percent of condos and apartments have gone to investors and second homeowners," Stanford researcher Noah Jordan Magbual wrote in a recent report. "The once indigenous population of the Hawaiian archipelago are now outcasts in their own home."

The Airbnb Effect also impacts bigger urban areas. In 2015, one study found that STRs had sucked at least 10% of New York's available housing off the market. Another New York study showed that this reduction in supply led to rent increases of up to hundreds of dollars per year. In Barcelona, the effect is even more severe, with rents rising by 7% and housing costs rising by up to 17% in popular neighborhoods.

For some cities, the proliferation of STRs has become more than just an economic issue; it's existential. That's especially true in New Orleans, the longtime home of Jeffrey Goodman, an urban planner

San Francisco, along with Irvine, Santa Monica and other cities, have tried to limit

short-term rental properties. | Photo courtesy of Ivanova Ksenia/Shutterstock/Stacker

and consultant who specializes in STRs.

"We were one of the earlier cities to experience the growth in short-term rentals," Goodman said. "And we're in a unique place because so much of what we sell is culture. It's art. It's food. But the people who make the art and cook the food and play the trumpets have a hard time living here." So, if the locals who make New Orleans special are forced to move away, what's left?

"There are a lot of cities asking themselves this question," said Goodman. "Are we a city anymore or are we just Disneyland?"

According to Goodman, the Airbnb Effect is stronger in small communities, like mountain towns or beach towns, which tend to have limited housing stock, high home prices and little flexibility to adapt to fluctuations in housing availability. That may be why small towns were among the first to fight back.

In 2014, Durango — a town of 20,000 in southwestern Colorado — passed a series of regulations to combat what one local newspaper called "The Airbnb Apocalypse." The town, an adventure epicenter for mountain bikers, climbers, skiers and other outdoor sports enthusiasts, isn't just a tourist magnet. It's also home to Fort Lewis College, a premiere university for Native American students and Colorado locals.

That was an experience Durango was anxious to protect.

Durango's 2014 regulations banned STRs outright in student neighborhoods.

They also limited STRs to 2% of the housing stock elsewhere.

"In doing this, the city made it clear that preserving student housing took precedence over any money they were going to get from tourism," Goodman said.

Today, city planning officials say the program has been a huge success.

"Durango led the way in creating effective guardrails to protect the community from being overrun with STRs," said Scott Shine, director of Durango's Community Development Department. Today, he said, STRs make up just 1.4% of the city's total housing stock. They just aren't really an issue anymore.

A year later, Santa Monica — an affluent California beach town of 90,000 — passed its own ordinances, banning STRs offering stays of less than 30 days for an entire home. The city also extended its 14% hotel tax to STR operators and made it illegal to operate them without a valid business license. According to one estimate, the ordinance has since dropped the city's number of Airbnb listings by 61%.

San Francisco enacts platform-accountability policies to end the Airbnb Effect

Many of these novel STR policies look great on paper, but the truth is that they're hard to enforce. Few cities have spent more time thinking about this issue than San Francisco.

San Francisco-based housing activist Dale Carlson first heard about the Airbnb Effect back in 2014, when the city was

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undergoing a major housing affordability crisis. When he learned that nearly 5% of the city's limited housing stock was devoted to Airbnbs, he decided to get involved.

Carlson helped bring together a coalition of tenants, hotels and property rights groups. By 2015, they'd successfully lobbied for a city ordinance that required hosts to register their STRs, have a business license and pay hotel taxes. But it wasn't enough.

"We still ended up with 15,000 or 16,000 listings," Carlson said. So, his group asked voters to get behind an entirely new concept: the principle of platform accountability.

"The idea is that [the rental platform] can list and or rent anything it wants, but it can only collect a booking fee on the stuff that's legal," Carlson explained. If passed, the ballot measure would put the onus on Airbnb — not the city — to police unregistered and therefore illegal listings. Airbnb fought the initiative,

and it fought hard.

"We were defeated in the ballot. Airbnb spent close to $10 million—they outspent us 20 to 1," Carlson said. But despite the heavy spending, Airbnb barely eked out the win. "So many people had told us, 'You're never going to beat them because they're too big and powerful,'" Carlson says. "But suddenly they didn't look so powerful. And we didn't seem so vulnerable."

Carlson's coalition reworked the initiative and tried again. The next time, the ballot measure passed. Within a few months, Flipkey listings in the city had dropped by about 90%, and short-term Airbnb listings plunged by about 75%, according to some estimates. Cities across America were watching. Others, like Boston and New York, ultimately adopted platformaccountability policies of their own.

Another important aspect of San Francisco's policy is that hosts can only

use their primary residences as STRs. According to Carlson, that's dramatically limited speculative purchasing.

"All the folks who were buying up units or renting units and then subletting them on Airbnb — that's all gone," he said.

A few years later, Irvine, California, enacted an even more severe policy — with more dramatic results. In 2018, the city banned all short-term rentals under 30 days and hired a fintech firm to track down and report scofflaw hosts. This ban more than halved the number of Airbnb properties.

As of 2023, rents in the city had dropped by up to 3%, according to a recent study. That saves tenants about $114 per month on average.

Choosing the right STR regulations can be very location-dependent, said Goodman, the city planning consultant. Some towns might need a combination of ordinances, while complete bans might work better in others.

But according to Michael Seiler, the College of William and Mary researcher who led the Irvine study, we now have strong evidence that limiting STRs can indeed reduce rents. And, he said, it's likely that Irvine's solution could be successfully applied in other towns.

"If I was another policy maker in a sister city, I would say let's at least try it," Seiler said. "Because we've shown that it does work here."

New York hasn't been the only city to act in recent years. In 2023, Bozeman passed regulations forcing

STR platforms to ask for operators' permit numbers. The policy makes it difficult for bad actors to list their homes illegally, and makes it easy for the city to doublecheck that listings are appropriately registered and legally operating. Bozeman also mandated that STRs be primary residences — not second homes purchased as rental properties.

There may also be some market solutions around the corner. A cadre of startups are taking up Airbnb's original mission and reworking it into a more holistic, communityfriendly approach. New platforms like Trusted Housesitters and ReFlat are making it easier to find mutually beneficial housing swaps, while millennials are bringing time-shares back into vogue in Colorado ski towns.

In the future, these regulatory and entrepreneurial solutions could work together to give travelers affordable lodging options — without sacrificing the needs of local communities.

"A lot of people will say Airbnb is here to stay, but New York City shows you that's not necessarily the case. When they decided to enforce their housing laws, it was really effective," Cox said. "New York City's approach is a good model to show that we can be as restrictive as we want. It's up to us."

This story was produced by Reasons to be Cheerful and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media. The article was copy edited from its original version. Republished pursuant to a CC BY-NC 4.0 license.

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Rosemead City Notices

CITY OF ROSEMEAD

SERVE AS A CITY COMMISSIONER

Do you have a desire to get involved in your community while becoming familiar with local government? Then we encourage you to apply to serve on the City of Rosemead’s Beautification Commission, Parks Commission, Planning Commission, or Traffic Commission. The City Council will appoint members of the community to fill the positions listed below.

Applicants selected will serve a two-year term beginning July 1, 2024, ending June 30, 2026

• Beautification Commission Two Positions

• Parks Commission Two Positions

• Planning Commission Two Positions

• Public Safety Commission Three Positions

• Traffic Commission Two Positions

Applicants must be over the age of 18 to apply and reside in the City of Rosemead. We invite interested applicants to complete and submit a Commissioner Application, by Thursday, May 23, 2024.

For additional information or to apply, please visit www.cityofrosemead.org or call the Office of the City Clerk at (626) 569-2100.

Submittal Deadline: Thursday, May 23, 2024

Ericka Hernandez, CMC City Clerk

Publish May 9, 2024

ROSEMEAD READER

Monrovia City Notices

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 2024-01

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2 (ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) AND TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO STREAMLINE THE REVIEW OF MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AND NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONES

This is a summary of the above entitled Ordinance of the City of Monrovia, which was read by title only and introduced by the Monrovia City Council at its regular meeting on February 6, 2024 by a vote of 5 in favor (Becky Shevlin, Larry Spicer, Gloria Crudgington, Dr. Tamala Kelly, Sergio Jimenez) and 0 opposed. The Ordinance was adopted by City Council on May 7, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the City Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California. This summary has been prepared and published in accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 36933.

The State Legislature enacted a series of laws that require cities to streamline housing approvals through a ministerial process. These laws preclude the City’s ability to deny a housing project based on subjective reasons. To comply with these State housing laws, the proposed Ordinance removes the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) requirement and discretionary review for multiple-family residential development in all multiple-family residential zones and the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) zone. The proposed Ordinance also establishes new objective design standards for multiple-family residential development.

Specifically, Ordinance No. 2024-01 amends Section 2.56.030 of the Monrovia Municipal Code (MMC) to remove duplex and multifamily developments from the Development Review Committee’s neighborhood compatibility design review and exclude residential development projects from the Committee’s review of grading permits.

The proposed Ordinance also amends MMC Section 17.08.010 to delete the major Conditional Use Permit requirement for multiplefamily dwelling uses from multiple-family and NC zones. The Ordinance amends MMC Section 17.12.005 to remove the category titled “Multifamily residential not subject to a CUP” from the list of construction projects subject to review and notification.

Ordinance No. 2024-01 also amends MMC Section 17.12.030 to add new subsections that: (i) require all new multiple-family development to comply with all applicable Zoning Code requirements and a new set of objective design standards; and (ii) provide notice re-

quirements for applicants of multi-family residential projects. Finally, the proposed Ordinance amends MMC Section 17.24.050 to include pavement requirements for driveways and parking spaces for residential developments.

Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the State CEQA Guidelines, the proposed Ordinance is within the scope of the zoning text amendments that were analyzed in the previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) that was adopted in connection with the General Plan’s 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. The MND found that with the imposition of the mitigation measures that were set forth therein, there were no significant environmental impacts that would arise from the proposed Zoning Text amendments and proposed amendments to the General Plan.

A certified copy of the entirety of the text of Ordinance No. 2024-01 is available in the office of the City Clerk in City Hall, and is available for public inspection during regular business hours at that location.

/s/ Alice D. Atkins, MMC, City Clerk Publish Thursday May 9, 2024 MONROVIA WEEKLY

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 2024-06

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2 (ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) AND TITLE 5 (BUSINESS TAXES, LICENSES AND REGULATIONS) OF THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 5.84 TO ESTABLISH OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NONCONFORMING AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR BUSINESSES, AMENDING RELATED PROVISIONS OF THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING A DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION UNDER CEQA

This is a summary of the above entitled Ordinance of the City of Monrovia, which was read by title only and introduced by the Monrovia City Council at its regular meeting on April 16, 2024 by a vote of 4 in favor (Belden, Kelly, Shevlin, and Spicer) and 1 opposed (Jimenez). The Ordinance was adopted by City Council on May 7, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the City Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California. This summary has been prepared and published in accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 36933.

Ordinance No. 2024-06 amends Title 5 of the Monrovia Municipal Code by adding a new Chapter that establishes operational requirements for nonconforming automobile repair facilities. These operational requirements for nonconforming automobile repair facilities prohibit working outside of enclosed buildings and parking on public streets overnight or in front of a residential use, and regulate the storage of vehicles and outdoor storage of equipment. The Ordinance also provides a permit process to allow certain deviations from the operating requirements for nonconforming automobile repair facilities. An automotive repair operations permit allows some or all of the following activities if specified conditions are met: outdoor operations, outside storage, parking vehicles in certain approved locations, and the use of temporary shade structures and outdoor storage containers. The Ordinance does not apply to automobile repair businesses that have a conditional use permit for their operations.

The proposed Ordinance also amends Section 2.56.030 of the Monrovia Municipal Code to provide the Development Review Committee with the authority to hear and approve, conditionally approve, amend, or deny, operations permits for nonconforming automobile repair facilities.

A certified copy of the entirety of the text of Ordinance No. 2024-06 is available in the office of the City Clerk in City Hall, and is available for public inspection during regular business hours at that location.

/s/ Alice D. Atkins, MMC, City Clerk Publish Thursday May 9, 2024

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Probates Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: IRMA M. ORNELAS CASE NO. 24STPB04619 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of IRMA M. ORNELAS. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by YVETTE CRUZ in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE

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: 05/29/24 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 KATHLEEN CASTRO, ESQ. - SBN 169747, CASTRO LAW, PC 377 E. CHAPMAN AVENUE, SUITE 220 PLACENTIA CA 92870

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALLISON LUI CASE NO. 24STPB04617

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by GAVIN HENDRICK YEE in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that GAVIN HENDRICK YEE 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: 06/06/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 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.

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

KEVIN CHIU - SBN 249479 HART, MIERAS & MORRIS, INC.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Maria de Lourdes Lopez Castro Case No. 23STPB11340

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Maria de Lourdes Lopez Castro A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Gabriela Quintero Lopez in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Raul Martinez Cueto, CLPF 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 on May 22, 2024 at 8:30 AM 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: PORTIA M. WOOD, ESQ SBN: 309495 WOOD LEGAL GROUP, LLP 1199 E WALNUT STREET PASADENA, CA 91106 MAY 2, 6, 9, 2024 ARCADIA WEEKLY

requests that YVETTE CRUZ 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

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

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DEBORAH Y. LOOMIS CASE NO. 24STPB04572

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DEBORAH Y. LOOMIS. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERT P. LOOMIS AND KIMBERLY E. GOODMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ROBERT P. LOOMIS AND KIMBERLY E. GOODMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be

Reports: LA County deputy arrested in probe of drugs at Castaic jail complex

By City News Service

ALos Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy was arrested in connection with a probe into the smuggling of drugs into the county jail complex in Castaic, according to officials and media reports Tuesday.

The sheriff's department issued a statement confirming only that an unidentified employee had been arrested.

"The department's Internal Criminal Investigation Bureau initiated an investigation into allegations involving an employee," according to the department. "We arrested the employee on April 30th for felony charges. The employee is relieved of duty pending the outcome of the case."

Although the department did not identify the employee, various media reports Tuesday identified him as 39-year-old Michael Meiser. Jail records show Meiser was arrested April 30 and booked early May 1, although it was unclear what he was booked for.

Jail records did not provide any information about his release.

According to reports by the Los Angeles Times and Los Angeles Public Press, Meiser was assigned to the department's Operation Safe Jails anti-gang unit at the North County Correctional Facility in Castaic, and he was arrested for allegedly smuggling narcotics in the jail. The LA Public Press reported that he was caught with drugs and cash during a surveillance sting.

Both outlets said Meisner's arrest was part of a larger, ongoing investigation into the activities of the Operation Safe Jails unit.

In a statement to The Times Tuesday afternoon, Richard Pippin, president of the Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs, said the union is "aware that there is a criminal investigation underway regarding one or more employees working in our jails."

"All law enforcement professionals are rightfully held to a high standard both on and off duty," Pippin told the paper. "ALADS will wait until we have access to all the information yielded by the investigation before commenting further."

Retired lieutenant continues testimony in informant scandal hearing

By Paul Anderson, City News Service

Aretired Orange County sheriff's lieutenant Tuesday brushed off any connections he had with a Sunset Beach murder case that has led to an evidentiary hearing regarding allegations of illegal use of jailhouse snitches, insisting he was unaware of what happened in the trial and the informant scandal that followed.

Retired Lt. Roger Guevara continued testifying in the San Diego evidentiary hearing regarding allegations of misuse of jailhouse informants in the case against Paul Gentile Smith, 64, who is charged with killing 29-year-old Robert Haugen in Sunset Beach on Oct. 24, 1988.

Smith's attorney, Scott Sanders of the Orange County Public Defender's Office, is trying to lay the groundwork for dismissal of the case or some other sanction related to allegations of outrageous governmental conduct. On June 10, now-Orange County Superior Court Judge Ebrahim Baytieh, who was Smith's original prosecutor, will testify in the hearing being held before San Diego County Superior Court Judge Daniel B. Goldstein.

Smith's case was reassigned to Goldstein because of the claims against Baytieh, who

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Newsom: World’s largest wildlife crossing on track to open early '26

By Staff

The world’s largest wildlife crossing is likely to open in early 2026, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday.

Construction crews have installed more than half of the beams that form the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing, which spans across both sides of the 101 Freeway in Agoura Hills, according to the governor's office. Last month, the first of 82 large concrete beams went up over the 101 at Liberty Canyon Road.

Philanthropy has raised more than $34 million in funding for the crossing, and the state has provided $58.1 million, officials reported.

“Our work to build more, faster is already paying dividends across our state," Newsom said in a statement. "This wildlife crossing is just one example of how California is building infrastructure that connects rather

than divides. With projects like this, we’re reconnecting and restoring habitats so future generations can continue to enjoy California’s unmatched natural beauty."

The 101 Freeway is among the largest barriers preventing wildlife connectivity in Southern California. The Annenberg crossing aims to reconnect habitats and benefit many Southern California species, "including people," according to the governor's announcement.

The crossing will provide animals with a safe and sustainable way of avoiding the surface of the freeway and offer them increased options for finding food, shelter and mates, "which is increasingly important in light of climate change and continued human development that is pressuring species survival," officials said.

"More than 30 years

of conservation work has gone into strategic habitat linkages on both sides of U.S. Highway 101 so that this wildlife crossing will connect protected lands in the Santa Monica Mountains and the Sierra Madre Range," the announcement said.

A key intention of the forthcoming 101 crossing is the completed freeway overpass will reduce collisions between high-speed vehicles and animals on one of North America's most congested highways.

This project also has an education component for the millions of motorists who will pass under the crossing, as officials try to advance the "30x30 goal" to conserve 30% of state lands and coastal waters by 2030 to ensure "wildlife can move across conserved habitats that provide shelter, food and water."

The Wallis Annenberg

Wildlife Crossing broke ground on Earth Day 2022. "Wildlife crossings of all kinds are essential to building a network of inter-

connected conserved lands and waters that protect and restore biodiversity while also supporting transportation infrastructure," accord-

ing to the governor's office.

A map of infrastructure projects statewide like the wildlife crossing is online at build.ca.gov.

A rendering depicts the planned Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. | Image courtesy of the Annenberg Foundation

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was fired by Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer, citing a failure by Baytieh to turn over evidence to the defense in Smith's first trial, which resulted in a conviction in 2010 for murder and special circumstance allegations of torture and robbery. After the conviction, Smith pleaded guilty to soliciting an attack on the lead investigator in the case, sheriff's investigator Raymond Wert, but those charges were later dismissed by prosecutors after they agreed to a retrial of Smith's murder case in 2021.

The evidence in question was a report of an interview investigators had with jailhouse informant Jeffrey Platt, who detailed how he questioned Smith about his case, despite Smith being represented by an attorney, which is what attorneys consider a Massiah violation.

Guevara said Tuesday he did not even learn of Smith's conviction in 2010 until he was subpoenaed to testify in the evidentiary hearing.

Guevara said he understood that informants were not allowed to question other defendants who were represented by an attorney, but he just didn't know that it was known as a Massiah violation.

"You just didn't know the case name, Massiah," Sanders asked him.

"I thought I had a clear understanding of it," Guevara said of what was allowed when using informants.

"You understood in 2009 law enforcement is not allowed to encourage in-custody defendants to question other defendants about charged crimes?"

Sanders asked.

"Yes," Guevara replied.

"But you had information in this case that Jeff Platt wanted to question a charged defendant about his case," Sanders asked.

"I knew he wanted to work as an informant on this case ... but I had no idea what would come of it," Guevara said.

He said he passed along the request to Wert.

"I knew it went on to Wert, but I had no idea how he would proceed with it," Guevara said. "I didn't have a case to hand over (to prosecutors or defense attorneys). The case was already Wert's."

Goldstein asked Guevara, "You believe all you needed to do was turn it over to the case agent?"

"I didn't know anything about the case," Guevara replied. "I couldn't question him further. Once he gave

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me that information, my job was to find out who the case agent was so he could make sense of it."

Guevara acknowledged he had the ability to document the request and add it to what deputies called Tred records, which kept an accounting of the movements of inmates in the jail.

"You chose not to," Sanders asked.

"Yes," Guevara respond-

ed.

Guevara, who retired in 2019, said he mostly worked with Platt as an informant on Operation Stormfront, a federal and state crackdown on white supremacists.

Guevara's memory of tagging along with nowretired investigator Bill Beeman to question Smith's girlfriend, Tina Smith, was hazy.

Sanders read questions

Guevara asked Tina Smith during the session, but he couldn't remember doing that.

"I didn't have any curiosity (about the Smith case) because it wasn't my case," Guevara said.

Guevara appeared to question Tina Smith about another person involved in the solicitation to kill Wert, but Guevara said he couldn't recall asking her about it.

"I stepped out, I missed part of the conversation, so I wanted to get back in tune with it," he said of the reason he asked a few questions.

"You were talking about Jeff Platt," Sanders asked.

"Definitely not," he responded.

When Sanders asked Goldstein about admitting various news clippings about the informant scandal into the record to undermine the credibility of witnesses saying they weren't aware of it, the judge said it was unnecessary because sheriff's Sgt. Michael Padilla had already testified that reading local news stories was part of the job in the unit that assigned inmate housing locations.

Guevara said he did not follow the informant scandal that grew out of the prosecution of Scott Dekraai, the

worst mass killer in county history. The scandal led to the death penalty being taken off the table for the defendant and the recusal of the Orange County District Attorney's Office from the case.

Under questioning from Senior Deputy District Attorney Seton Hunt, Guevara said in 2009-10 he was mostly focused on Operation Stormfront.

"Were you keeping up with those cases?" Hunt asked him.

"No," he said.

"Did you have time for that?" Hunt asked.

"No," he said.

He could not say exactly why he was along for the Tina Smith questioning. Guevara said it was "good policy" for investigators to bring a partner along for questioning of a witness, "particularly if it was a woman."

A partner can help with "trying to read (a witness), trying to get body language, all sorts of things," Guevara said.

He downplayed his jumping into the questioning.

"When I was talking to her ... it was just to make her comfortable," Guevara said. "You interject to keep things calm and level."

Pasadena Village, Connect 2 Rise parter on free Mental Health Month program

By Staff

Commemorate Mental HealthMonthby learning how dissociation helped awardwinning local author Bonnie Armstrong cope with trauma. Pasadena Village, a nonprofit organization connecting older adults, will host a free presentation on Tuesday, May 21, at 10 a.m. at Connect 2 Rise, located at 2594 E. Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena. There will also be coffee, refreshments, and opportunities to connect with adults in the community. Space is limited. Reservations can be made by calling 626-765-6037 or visiting pasadenavillage.org.

Armstrong, an educator and advocate for those living with the impacts of childhood trauma, will discuss her new memoir, “An Apparently Normal Person.” Armstrong’s dissociation became a survival mechanism and catalyst for healing.

Armstrong is a member of Pasadena Village, where she found support in her writing through one of the member-led memoir writing groups. Pasadena Village programming is organized by Villagers in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. Fellow Villager Karen

Bagnard worked with Armstrong to plan this event to bring to light the often unseen and stigmatized mental health challenges that so many face in our community. Both KarenArmstrong and Bagnard find connections and a sense of purpose and community through their involvement in Pasadena Village. Pasadena Village and Connect 2 Rise, a new community-driven initiative, are partnering on this program in their shared mission to combat loneliness and social isolation. Bring your copy of the book to be signed. The

Retired OC Sheriff's Department Lt. Roger Guevara. | Photo courtesy of Orange County

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024075965 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as M&P UPHOLSTERY, 8938 Emperor Ave Apt 5, San Gabriel, CA 91775. This business is conducted by a married couple. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: (1). McKallen Bland, 8938 Emperor Ave Apt 5, San Gabriel, CA 91775 (2). Priscilla Bland, 8938 Emperor Ave Apt 5, San Gabriel, CA 91775 (Husband). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 8, 2024. 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 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2023232143. The following person(s) have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: IVY NAILS AND SPA, 1200 E Route 66 UNIT 105, Glendora, CA 917410. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on: October 26, 2023 in the County of Los Angeles. Original File No. 2023232143. Signed: Luan Nguyen, 1200 E Route 66 UNIT 105, Glendora, CA 91740 (Owner). This business is conducted by: a individual. This statement was filed with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder on May 3, 2024. Pub. Monrovia Weekly 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024086170 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 24/7 DELIVERY, 12954 Weidner St, Pacoima, CA 91331. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2024. Signed: Basilio Autran, 12954 Weidner St, Pacoima, CA 91331 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 22, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024094739 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as MONCHIS, 1264 N Crape Myrtle Dr, Azusa, CA 91702. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2024. Signed: Jhonny Araujo, 1264 N Crape Myrtle Dr, Azusa, CA 91702 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 2, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024096357 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as TARLANI HEALTHCARE, 2349 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA 91020. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 2021. Signed: Tarlani Corp (CA-611462529, 2349 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA 91020; Arthur Tarlanian, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 3, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024093126 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as ANGRY CHEF KITCHEN REPAIR, 10633 Rush Street, South El Monte, CA 91733. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2013. Signed: Diagnos-Techs Inc. (CA-3493982, 10633 Rush Street, South El Monte, CA 91733; Mourad Demirjian, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 30, 2024. 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).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024086947

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as S & K VENTURES, 142 W holt ave, Pomona, CA 91768. 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: AMA NWANEZI, 142 W holt ave, Pomona, CA 91768 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 22, 2024.

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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024078982

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). TORO SUSHI AND POKE HOUSE (2). TORO SUSHI (3). TORO RAMEN (4). TORO POKE , 1636 W 8th St Suite 309, Los Angeles, CA 90017. 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 2024. Signed: No Name Foods, LLC (CA-202461211979, 1636 W 8th St Suite 309, Los Angeles, CA 90017; Albert Chun, Managing Member. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 11, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024094915 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as OPTUM ELITE, 125 Country Club Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91775. This business is conducted by a general partnership. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious

business name or names listed herein on May 2024. Signed: (1). ALBERN PUCAN, 125 Country Club Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91775 (2). JOELLE PUCAN, 125 Country Club Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91775 (General Partner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 2, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024 088257 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). GRACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL (2). GRACE GARDEN CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL , 1423 New Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2024. Signed: CHC investment Inc (CA-1209459, 1423 New Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801; Peter Lee, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 23, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024095142

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as IT’Z NOT-CHO’ DAY !?, 453 S Spring Street, Ste 400 PMB1103, Los Angeles, CA 90013. 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: Your Style Cuisine LLC (CA202461918918, 453 S Spring Street, Ste 400 PMB1103, Los Angeles, CA 90013; Zoraya C Arbaiza Veloz, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 2, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024092150

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). NICHMEDIA LLC (2). NICH MEDIA , 350 E College St, Covina, CA 91723. 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 January 2020. Signed: NICHMEDIA LLC (CA-202002310776, 350 E College St, Covina, CA 91723; ERIC NICHOLS, MANAGING MEMBER.

The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on April 29, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024095390 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as THE GIRDLE STORE, 5114 Commerce Dr, Baldwin Park, CA 91706. 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: CREATIVE MERCH, INC. (CA4532057, 5114 Commerce Dr, Baldwin Park, CA 91706; LAURA MELLADO, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on May 1, 2024. 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 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024088930

NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as COMMUNICATION WELLNESS, 5221 Bartlett Avenue, San Gabriel, CA 91776. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2024. Signed: Leila Regio, 5221 Bartlett Avenue, San Gabriel, CA 91776 (Owner). The statement was

Pasadena City Notices

PUBLIC NOTICE BY THE CITY OF PASADENA OF A SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL RELATING TO THE

The City of Pasadena announces that the draft Annual Action Plan (2024-2025) as required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is available as of April 18, 2024, for public review. This action if approved is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

The Annual Action Plan (2024-2025) functions as an annual application for federal funds under HUD formula grant programs, specifically, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Home Investment Partnership Act (HOME) and any other HUD entitlement programs potentially available to the City of Pasadena. The Annual Action Plan describes the strategy to carry out federal programs, indicates the general priorities for allocating funds and describes the basis for assigning the funding to each priority. The document includes a description of the proposed activities, funded with the HUD Community Development formula grant funds during the upcoming program year (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025) to address priorities.

The Pasadena City Council and Housing Department are vitally interested in improving and increasing communication with Pasadena citizens in the area of housing, community development, and economic development.

The Annual Action Plan is available for public review as of April 18, 2024 on the Housing Department website at: https://www.cityofpasadena.net/housing/cdbg/#cdbg-plans. Persons wishing to submit written comments during the public review and comment period may mail them, postmarked no later than May 15, 2024, to the following address:

City of Pasadena

Housing Department

Attention: Randy Mabson, Program Coordinator 649 N. Fair Oaks Blvd. #202 Pasadena, CA 91103

The public hearing will be held at the following location and time:

City Council - Public Hearing Monday, May 20, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Pasadena City Hall – City Council Chambers 100 N. Garfield Avenue Pasadena, CA 91101

All interested persons may submit correspondence to correspondence@cityofpasadena.net prior to the start of the City Council meeting. During the meeting and prior to the close of the public hearing, members of the public may provide live public comment in person, or by submitting an online speaker card form at the following webpage: www.cityofpasadena.net/city-clerk/public-comment; or, by calling the Speaker Card Helpline at (626) 744-4124. Please refer to the City Council 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 City Council or the Housing Department’s designated comment recipient at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Miguel Márquez, City Manager P.O. Box 7115 Pasadena, CA 91109

Publish April 18 & May 9, 2024 PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids For Ford Original Equipment Manufactured Parts

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Public Works Department, BSFMD and will receive sealed bids prior to 2:00 pm, Thursday, May 30, 2024 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https:// procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named "Ford Original Equipment Manufactured Parts" Project ID: 2024-IFB-MS-0223.

1.1. Summary

The City of Pasadena's Department of Public Works, Building Systems and Fleet Management Division (BSFMD) is seeking a quali-

fied vendor to furnish and ship OEM Ford replacement parts and accessories for Ford vehicles owned by the City of Pasadena.

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/90246

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena/projects/90246). 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.

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 Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 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 9, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager

Publish May 9, 2024

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids For

Explorer Well Drilling, Construction, and Testing WD-23-01

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Water & Power Department (Water) and will receive sealed bids prior to 12:00 pm, Thursday, May 30, 2024 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named "Explorer Well Drilling, Construction, and Testing WD-23-01" Project ID: 2024-IFB-LM-043.

1.1. 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 Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to 12:00 pm on Thursday, May 30, 2024 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/54239

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City's eProcurement Portal. 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.

1.2. 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 solicita-

tion.

1.3. NOTICE REQUIREMENTS

No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)].

1.4. Required Licenses (Eligibility Requirement)

Bidders must possess and provide the following license(s) or certification(s) to be deemed qualified to perform the work specified: C-57 - Water Well Drilling

1.5. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Wednesday, May 22, 2024, prior to 4:00 pm.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City's eProcurement Portal 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.

1.6. Release Date

Release Dated: Thursday, May 9, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ City Manager

Publish May 9, 2024 PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids For

Electrical Utility Medium Voltage Cables (4kV and above)

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Water & Power Department, Power Delivery and will receive sealed bids prior to 1:00 pm, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named "Electrical Utility Medium Voltage Cables (4kV and above)" Project ID: 2024-IFB-MS-013.

1.1. Summary

The City of Pasadena Water and Power Department invites proposals from qualified suppliers for the provision of Electrical Utility Medium Voltage Cables. The Utility seeks to establish a multiyear fixed-price contract with economic price adjustments to ensure stability and fair pricing over time.

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/73488

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.

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 Tuesday, May 21, 2024, prior to 1:00 pm.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.open-

gov.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 9, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ City Manager

Publish May 9, 2024

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids For

ANNUAL CITYWIDE STREET RESURFACING AND ADA IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM - FY 2024

3.1. Submitting Bids

Bids will be received electronically via the City's eProcurement Portal no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, May 23, 2024 and will be opened at that time and date. A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit their proposal/bid via the City's eProcurement Portal.

Plans and Specifications are available at: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena/projects/92106

3.2. Questions and Answers

Questions must be submitted via the City's eProcurement Portal. Any questions submitted after 9:00 am on Friday, May 17, 2024 will not be answered. During the bidding period, the City may find it necessary to issue addendum(a) to bid Specifications after those bid Specifications have been released. Only those parties that have registered with the City as a follower of a particular project will receive the addendum(a) for that project. The City is not responsible for notifications to those parties who do not directly register as a plan holder on the City’s database. It is the responsibility of all perspective Bidders to register on the City’s eProcurement Portal to ensure receipt of any addendum(a) prior to bid submittals. The City reserves the right to reject as nonresponsive any bid that fails to include the information required by any addendum(a) posted on the City’s website. The Bidder is required to acknowledge all addenda received in Bidder’s Proposal.

3.3. Pre Bid Meeting

See the Timeline in the "Instructions to Bidders" (#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. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm in the Public Works https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_Nj k0M2RlMGEtZWE3My00N2VlLTk3OWQtOWI0MWYwNDFjYTU2 %40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2282d9fc00-2c664402-a28f-c6bcdc32e491%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2278fc76093cfe-4403-ad31-328a8ac6d254%22%7d. This meeting is to answer any questions regarding the project Plans and Specifications.

3.4. California Public Contract Code, § 3300

In accordance with the provisions of California Public Contract Code, § 3300, each Bidder must hold an active Class A - General Engineering Contractor at the time of bid submission, except as to joint venture Bidders, who shall be licensed as provided in California Business and Professions Code, §§ 7029.1 and 7028.15(c).

Pursuant to the provisions of §§ 1770 to 1782 of the California Labor Code, the California Department of Industrial Relations has determined the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the work is to be done. A copy of the general prevailing rate of wages is on file with the City Engineer and is available for inspection and reference during regular business hours.

3.5. § 4104 of the California Public Contract Code

A Contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of § 4104 of the California Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of this public works project unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to California Labor Code, § 1725.5. It is not a violation of California Labor Code, § 1771.1 for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by § 7029.1 of the California Business and Professions Code or by §§ 10164 or 20103.5 of the California Public Contract Code, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to § 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded.

3.6. Department of Industrial Relations

The Contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulation in accordance with California Labor Code, § 1771.4.

This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

Contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the California Labor Commissioner’s Office utilizing the Department of Industrial Relation’s electronic certified payroll reporting system.

3.7. Electronic Bid bond

Electronic Bid bond is required. Bidders must provide all required information for the City to verify the bond with their bid. The bond must meet the following requirements and characteristics: Bid security in the amount of five-percent (5%) of the total bid price in the form of a redeemable or callable electronic surety bond, meeting City requirements, must accompany all bids.

Bid Bond Instruction:

Electronic Bid bond is required. Bidders must provide all required information for the City to verify the bond with their bid (PDF file). The bond must meet the following requirements and characteristics: Bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid price in the form of a redeemable or callable electronic surety bond, meeting City requirements, must accompany all bids. If the Bidder to whom the contract is awarded shall for fifteen (15) calendar days after such award fail or neglect to enter into the contract with the required insurance documentation, submit the Construction & Demolition Waste Management Plan, and file the required bonds, the City may deposit in its treasury said bid security and, under no circumstances, shall it be returned to the defaulting Bidder. Failure to return signed contract with all the attachments stated above may result in having the project awarded to the next lowest bidder.

Here is what bidders must provide to their bonding agent when trying to setup a bid bond for the City of Pasadena: The Project ID of the solicitation on which you are bidding. Your Contractor Vendor ID which is your Federal Tax ID or it’s equivalent. Both fields are required for validation. If you are having trouble finding these ID’s, please contact Surety2000 at 1-800-660-3263 or email help@ surety2000.com

3.8. Refer to the Specifications

Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bid requirements. The Specifications and this notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereto.

Release Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager

Publish May 9, 2024

PASADENA PRESS

Introduced by: Councilmember Hampton

ORDINANCE NO. 7421

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA AMENDING TITLE 2, ARTICLE VII, CHAPTER 2.365, SECTION 2.365.080 OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES PROCESS

The People of the City of Pasadena ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Pasadena Municipal Code, Title 2, Article VII, Chapter 2.365, Section 2.365.080 is amended as follows:

“2.365.080 – Claims against the city; delegation of claims functions to risk and insurance administrator.

Claims and actions for money or damages against the City of Pasadena or its employees are governed by the provisions of Chapter 1 of Division 3.6 of the Government Code commencing with Section 900 and following.

All claims or demands against the city shall conform to the requirements of Part 3 of Division 3.6 of Title 1 of the Government Code, or of a form provided by the city clerk. The procedures for presentation, consideration and action upon all claims filed pursuant to this section shall be the same procedures provided by Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 of Division 3.6 of the Government Code.

Pursuant to Government Code Section 935.4, the city risk and insurance administrator is authorized and directed to act on claims presented to the city by investigating such claims, and sending out all appropriate notices, including late claim rejections and denial notices. If the city council is provided with a list of recently-presented claims, such provision is for information only, in view of this delegation. The city risk and insurance administrator is authorized to allow, compromise or settle claims in a sum not to exceed $5,000.00.”

SECTION 3. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon publication.

Signed and approved this__6____ day of May, 2024.

Victor Gordo Mayor of the City of Pasadena

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was adopted by the City Council of the City of Pasadena at its meeting held this 6 day of 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masuda, Rivas, Williams, Mayor Gordo

NOES:

ABSENT: Councilmember Madison

ABSTAIN:

Date Published: May 9, 2024

Approved as to form:

Sophia M. Retchless Deputy City Attorney

Publish May 9, 2024 PASADENA PRESS

Mark Jomsky City Clerk

Glendale City Notices

Bid Deadline: Submit before 1:45 p.m.

Bidding Documents Available: 05/02/2024, City of Glendale Web site at https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/finance/purchasing/rfp-rfq-bid-page

Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference: Date: 05/15/2024 Time: 10AM Location: Via Microsoft Teams Meeting.

City of Glendale Contact Person: Varghese George P.E., Project Manager Phone: 818-551-4663 Fax: 818-240-4754 E-mail: vgeorge@glendaleca.gov

Mandatory Qualifications for Bidder and Designated Subcontractors: A Bid may be rejected as non-responsive

• Permitting: The selected contractor will be required to apply for and acquire all necessary permits to complete entire project as listed and described in this RFP and associated attachments.

o GWP will pay the permit fees directly to Public Works department. However, if the Contractor pays for any required permits, he/she shall be reimbursed for the actual direct cost of all Permit Fees, as defined in Paragraph 1.01 and addressed in 1.03 of the General Conditions. Bider shall exclude the cost of Permit Fees from Bidder's Base Bid sumand from Bid Alternate prices. The Base Bid sum and Bid Alternate prices shall include the cost of administration and coordination for all Governmental Approvals and Utility Fees.

• Traffic Control: Contractor(s) will provide temporary traffic control services and the necessary equipment generally consisting of the following categories: 1) Work area traffic control setup 2) Job site flagging 3) Lane closures 4) Road closures 5) Vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian detours. All traffic control plans will require approval from the City of Glendale Traffic Engineering Department prior to construction commencement. City will provide approved traffic control plans to the contractor. The contractor shall execute traffic control based on the approved plans. Any changes made in the field to traffic control shall be the con tractor's sole responsibility

• Materials: The selected contractor will be responsible for providing materials necessary to complete the work. Contractor shall provide cut sheets with material specifications to the City for all materials for approval prior to ordering. All material approval requests shall be submitted to MA's Project Manager for approval. The contractor shall purchase all materials as immediately as possible after executing the contract. This will help alleviate the impact of any upward price changes in this highly volatile market. Contractor shall be solely responsible for any extra cost for materials due to upward price changes after submitting the bid and/or executing the contract.

Furnishing of Electronic Certified Payroll Records to Labor Commissioner. For all new projects awarded on or after April 1, 2015, contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the Labor Commissioner (aka Division of Labor Standards Enforcement).

Dated this 4th day of April, 2024, City of Glendale, California.

Suzie Abajian, City Clerk of the City of Glendale.

Published on May 9, 13, 2024

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

• Specifications: The selected contractor shall follow all specifications found in the attached document "Fiber Optic Network Design and Construction Specifications".

NOTICE is hereby given that the City of Glendale (“City”) will receive sealed Bids, before the Bid Deadline established below for the following work of improvement: Vault Dewatering, Hazardous Waste Disposal and Emergency Response Clean-Up SPECIFICATION NO. 3982

project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)].

• No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.

• This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

• The prime contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulation. (See 8 Calif. Code Reg. Section 16451(d) for the notice that previously was required for projects monitored by the DIR Compliance Monitoring Unit.)

Furnishing of Electronic Certified Payroll Records to Labor Commissioner. Contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the Labor Commissioner (aka Division of Labor Standards Enforcement).

Dated this May 8, 2024, City of Glendale, California.

Suzie Abajian, PhD, City Clerk of the City of Glendale.

Publish May 9 & May 13, 2023, 2024 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

• Specifications: The selected contractor shall follow all specifications found in the attached document "Fiber Optic Network Design and Construction Specifications".

• The contractor must get thoroughly familiar with the project area before submitting the bid. By submitting the bid, the contractor is confirming that he/she is thoroughly familiar with the project area, the terrain, the path the cable is going to take etc. Any future change order requests claiming that the contractor did not get a chance to get thoroughly familiar with the project area will not be entertained

Bid Deadline: Submit before 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (“the Bid Deadline”)

Original plus one (1) copy of Bid to be submitted to: Office of City Clerk 613 E. Broadway, Room 110 Glendale, CA 91206

• The contractor must get thoroughly familiar with the project area before submitting the bid. By submitting the bid, the contractor is confirming that he/she is thoroughly familiar with the project area, the terrain, the path the cable is going to take etc. Any future change order requests claiming that the contractor did not get a chance to get thoroughly familiar with the project area will not be entertained.

• All these factors must be taken into account when submitting your bid Any future change order requests claiming ignorance about any of the above mentioned requirements will not be entertained.

Bid Opening: 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 613 E. Broadway, 2nd Floor Glendale, CA 91206

NOTICE CALLING FOR BIDS

Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City Clerk of the City of Glendale until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 for:

THE LEGAL ADVERTISING WITHIN THE GEOGRAPHICAL AREA OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, FOR THE CITY OF GLENDALE

Bids will be opened publicly at or about 2:00 P.M. of said day in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, in the City of Glendale, California.

3.5 Qualifications

• All these factors must be taken into account when submitting your bid. Any future change order requests claiming ignorance about any of the above mentioned requirements will not be entertained.

NO LATE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

All proposal packages shall include the following to be considered responsive:

a. Brief company narrative indicating a minimum three (3) years of field experience, acknowledgment of understanding of the scope of work as outlined in the Specifications and providing the proposed project approach.

3.5 Qualifications

All proposal packages shall include the following to be considered responsive:

b. Preliminary construction schedule

a. Brief company narrative indicating a minimum three (3) years of field experience, acknowledgment of understanding of the scope of work as outlined in the Specifications and providing the proposed project approach.

c. List of key personnel to be assigned to this project accompanied by resumes.

b. Preliminary construction schedule

Bidding Documents Are Available on This Link: https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/finance/purchasing/rfp-rfq-bid-page

City of Glendale Contact Person: Miriam C. Sykes, Project Manager

The work shall be done in accordance with Specification No. 3986 on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Glendale, where they may be examined copies obtained.

Bids shall be made in duplicate on the proposal form obtainable at the Office of the City Clerk.

d. Previous experience on similar projects within the last 3 years along with references

c. List of key personnel to be assigned to this project accompanied by resumes.

d. Previous experience on similar projects within the last 3 years along with references.

4. Milestones for the Request For Proposals (RFP)

4. Milestones for the Request For Proposals (RFP)

Phone:818-548-3807, or 818-254-5788 (Cell) Fax: 818-543-1428

E-mail:MSykes@GlendaleCA.gov

Mandatory Qualifications for Bidder and Designated Subcontractors:

Bidders are hereby notified that in accordance with the provisions of the Labor Code of the State of California, the Council of the City of Glendale has ascertained and determined by Resolution No. 24-73 as amended, the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for legal holiday and overtime work for each craft or type of worker needed in the execution of contracts with the City of Glendale. Said Resolution is on file in the office of the City Clerk and is incorporated herein and made a part hereof the same as though fully set forth herein.

The City of Glendale reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities or technical defects as the best interests of the City may require.

Following are the key dates of this RFP, its Award, and the initiation of the Project. Should interviews be required, GWP will issue the appropriate addendum to this Specifications with dates and details.

Following are the key dates of this RFP, its Award, and the initiation of the Project. Should interviews be required, GWP will issue the appropriate addendum to this Specifications with dates and details.

Construction RFP Release

Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference

Last Date to Submit Proposal Questions

5/2/2024

5/15/2024

5/22/2024

Proposals Due 6/05/2024

Interview Firms (optional at City's discretion) TBD Notice of Award TBD

Other Bidding Information:

Other Bidding Information:

1. Bidding Documents: Bids must be made on the Bidder's Proposal form contained herein. Bidding Documents, including Drawings and Specifications, may be obtained in the Glendale Water & Power Engineering Department, 141 N.Glendale Ave. 4th Floor Suite 420, Glendale, CA 91206 where they may be examined and copies obtained. Bidding Documents (including Drawings and Specifications) are also available at the City of Glendale web site given above. Bidding Documents can also be requested by emailing the Project Manager for an electronic (PDF) copy.

A Bid may be rejected as non-responsive if the Bid fails to document that Bidder meets the essential requirements for qualification. As part of the Bidder’s Statement of Qualifications, each Bid must provide satisfactory evidence that: Bidder satisfactorily completed at least three (3) prevailing wage public contract in California; each comparable in scope and scale to this Project, within five (5) years prior to the Bid Deadline and will a dollar value in excess of the Bid submitted for this Project.

General Scope of Work:

Contractor shall furnish labor, materials, equipment, services, and specialized skills to perform work involved in the Project. The Work included in the Bid involves dewatering of subterranean facilities, including vaults, disposal of hazardous materials and other wastes, and responding and cleaning up of spills from Glendale Water and Power (GWP) facilities located throughout the City of Glendale. The Contractor shall provide test results, reports or other necessary documentation at the conclusion of the work, as required by the regulators or GWP.

Other Bidding Information:

1. Bidding Documents: Bids must be made on the Bidder’s Proposal form contained herein. Bidding Documents may be obtained in the location identified on the Notice Inviting Bids where they may be examined, and copies obtained. Bidding Documents (including Drawings and Specifications) are available at the location identified on the Notice Inviting Bids.

2. Completion: This Work must be performed as needed during the term of the contract for three (3) calendar years with an option to renew for a fourth (4th) and fifth (5th) year from the Date of Commencement as established by the City’s written Notice to Proceed.

Suzie Abajian, City Clerk City of Glendale

Publish May 9 & May 13, 2023 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE INVITING PROPOSALS

NOTICE is hereby given that the City of Glendale ("City") will receive sealed proposals, until the proposal deadline established below for the following work of improvement: WS Pipeline - Chilton/Kenneth Phase I Project RFP No. 3938

Proposal Submission Deadline: Submit before noon, on Wednesday, June 05, 2024

Proposal Submission Location: Office of the General Manager of Glendale Water and Power GWP Engineering Counter 141 N. Glendale Avenue, Room 420 Glendale, CA 91206.

NO LATE PROPOSALS WILL BE ACCEPTED

2. Director's Estimate. A preliminary estimate for cost of construction of this Work has been prepared. This estimate is for internal use only and will be used by the City in evaluating the bids.

1. Bidding Documents: Bids must be made on the Bidder's Proposal form contained herein. Bidding Documents, including Drawings and Specifications, may be obtained in the Glendale Water & Power Engineering Department, 141 N Glendale Ave. 4th Floor Suite 420, Glendale, CA 91206 where they may be examined and copies obtained. Bidding Documents (including Drawings and Specifications) are also available at the City of Glendale web site given above Bidding Documents can also be requested by emailing the Project Manager for an electronic (PDF) copy.

3. Completion: This Work must be completed within four months (120 calendar days) from the Date of Commencement as established by the City's written Notice to Proceed.

3. Acceptance or Rejection of Bids: The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to award all or any individual part/item of the Bid, and to waive any informalities, irregularities or technical defects in such Bids and determine the lowest responsible Bidder, whichever may be in the best interests of the City. No late Bids will be accepted, nor will any oral, facsimile or electronic Bids be accepted by the City.

4. Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference: NOT APPLICABLE

Proposal Documents Available: Wednesday, May 08, 2024, at noon via computer download only. See Item 1. Proposal Documents below, for further information on obtaining Proposal documents.

2. Director's Estimate. A preliminary estimate for cost of construction of this Work has been prepared This estimate is for internal use only and will be used by the City in evaluating the bids

4. Acceptance or Rejection of Bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to award all or any individual part/item of the Bid, and to waive any informalities, irregularities or technical defects in such Bids and determine the lowest responsible Bidder, whichever may be in the best interests of the City. No late Bids will be accepted, nor will any oral, facsimile or electronic Bids be accepted by the City.

5. Contractor License and Certification: At the time of the Bid Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, including full completion of all corrective work during the Correction Period, the Contractor shall be licensed applicable to performing the required tasks in this project and in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division III, of the Business and Professional Code of the State of California. A General Contractor’s A license is required.

3. Completion: This Work must be completed within four months (120 calendar days) from the Date of Commencement as established by the City's written Notice to Proceed.

drawn on a solvent bank, payable to "City of Glendale," for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid. Alternatively, a satisfactory corporate surety Bid Bond for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid may accompany the Bid. Said security shall serve as a guarantee that the successful Bidder, within fourteen (14) calendar days after the City's Notice of Award of the Contract, will enter into a valid contract with the City for said Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting:Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 Time: 1:30 p.m.

Communication Method: Video/Audio Conference via Microsoft Teams ® using either: Computer/smart phone: Meeting ID: 214 358 041 166, Passcode: vXfmsY or by telephone only at Phone No.: 1- 323-886-7427, use code: 298 230 706# to join.

4. Acceptance or Rejection of Bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to award all or any individual part/item of the Bid, and to waive any informalities, irregularities or technical defects in such Bids and determine the lowest responsible Bidder, whichever may be in the best interests of the City No late Bids will be accepted, nor will any oral, facsimile or electronic Bids be accepted by the City.

10. Bid lrrevocability. Bids shall remain open and valid for ninety (90) calendar days after the Bid Deadline.

11. Substitution of Securities. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22300, substitution of securities for withheld funds is permitted in accordance therewith.

12. California Department of Industrial Relations - Public Works Contractor Registration.

Beginning July 1, 2014, under the Public Works Contractor Registration Law (California Senate Bill No. 854 - See Labor Code Section 1725.5), contractors must register and meet requirements using the online application https://efiling.dir.ca.gov/PWCR/ ActionServlet?action=dis ayPWCRegistrationForm before bidding on public works contracts in California. The application also provides agencies that administer public works programs with a searchable database of qualified contractors. Application and renewal are completed online with a non-refundable fee of $300. More information is available at the following links: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSE/PublicWorks/SB854 FactSheet_6.30.14.pdf http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorks.html

Beginning April 1, 2015, the City must award public works projects only to contractors and subcontractors who comply with the Public Works Contractor Registration Law. Notice to Bidders and Subcontractors:

• No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a Bid proposal for a public works project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)].

• No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.

• This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. •

6. Subcontractors’ Licenses and Listing: At the time of the Bid Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, each listed Subcontractor must possess a current and active California contractor license or licenses appropriate for the portion of the Work listed for such Subcontractor and shall hold all specialty certifications required for such Work. When the Bidder submits its Bid to the City, the Bidder must list each Subcontractor whom the Bidder must disclose under Public Contract Code Section 4104 (Subcontractor Listing Law), and the Bidder must provide all of the Subcontractor information that Section 4104 requires (name, the location (address) of the Subcontractor’s place of business, California Contractor license number, and portion of the Work). In addition, the City requires that the Bidder list the dollar value of each Subcontractor’s labor or services. The City’s disqualification of a Subcontractor does not disqualify a Bidder. However, prior to and as a condition to award of the Contract, the successful Bidder shall substitute a properly licensed and qualified Subcontractor— without an adjustment of the Bid Amount.

7. Bid Forms and Bid Security: Each Bid must be made on the Bid Forms obtainable at the location identified on the Notice Inviting Bids. Each Bid shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check or certified check drawn on a solvent bank, payable to “City of Glendale,” for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid. Alternatively, a satisfactory corporate surety Bid Bond for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid may accompany the Bid. Said security shall serve as a guarantee that the successful Bidder, within fourteen (14) calendar days after the City’s Notice of Award of the Contract, will enter into a valid contract with the City for said Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

8. Bid Irrevocability: Bids shall remain open and valid for ninety (90) calendar days after the Bid Deadline.

9. Substitution of Securities: Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22300, substitution of securities for withheld funds is permitted in accordance therewith.

10. Prevailing Wages: This Project is subject to the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1720. Contractor awarded this Contract and all Subcontractors of any tier shall not pay less than the minimum prevailing rate of per diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to perform the Work. The Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, pursuant to the California Labor Code, has determined the general prevailing rates of wages in the locality in which the Work is to be performed. The rates determined by the California Director of Industrial Relations are available online at www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD/.

11. California Department of Industrial Relations ― Public Works Contractor Registration: The Public Works Contractor Registration Law (California Senate Bill No. 854 - See Labor Code Section 1725.5) requires contractors to register and meet requirements using the online application https://efiling.dir.ca.gov/PWCR/ActionServlet?action=displayPWCRegi strationForm before bidding on public works contracts in California. The application also provides agencies that administer public works programs with a searchable database of qualified contractors. Application and renewal are completed online with a non-refundable fee. More information is available at the following link: https://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorks.html The City must award public works projects only to contractors and subcontractors who comply with the Public Works Contractor Registration Law.

City of Glendale Contact Person: Cole Johnson, Project Manager Phone: (818) 551-6909 Cell: (818) 296-7692 Facsimile: (818) 240-4754 Email: colemanjohnson@glendaleca.gov

Project Description:

The City, through Glendale Water and Power is soliciting proposals for the WS PipelineChilton/Kenneth Phase I Project, in accordance with RFP No. 3938 from interested DesignBuild Entities (DBEs) through a combination of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) evaluations, and Project Bidding (Proposals). A Design-Build contract will be awarded to the most qualified DBE.

The work generally includes the design and construction of approximately 11,745 linear feet of 8-inch diameter Class 350 ductile-iron water pipeline and installation of associated isolation valves, blow-off assemblies, air and vacuum release valve assemblies, fire hydrant assemblies, service lines to customers, and all required fittings and appurtenances at various locations throughout the City of Glendale.

Other Proposal Information:

1. Proposal Documents: Proposals must be made on the Proposal Forms contained herein. Due to the continuing COVID-19 situation and the desire to minimize person-to-person physical interaction, Proposal Documents will not be available for examination or purchase at the offices of the City. Proposal Documents (including Request for Qualifications, Request for Proposals, Specifications, and Proposal Forms) are only available as a download, free of charge, by request, by emailing the Project Manager, Cole Johnson at the email address colemanjohnson@glendaleca.gov, where a download link will then be provided to the requester. Additionally, this project will be listed on the www.ebidboard.com website, but the Proposal Documents can only be obtained by emailing colemanjohnson@glendaleca.gov and requesting a download link to the documents.

2 Acceptance or Rejection of Proposals: The City reserves the right to request additional information from any proposing DBE and to consider information about a proposing DBE other than that submitted in the Proposal. The City reserves the right to waive any informalities, irregularities, or technical defects in such Proposal as the best interests of the City may require. The City also reserves the right to reject any and all Proposals, to award all or any individual part/item of the Proposal and shall not be liable for any expenses or costs incurred by the proposing firms in preparing and submitting their Proposals. No late Proposals will be accepted, nor will any oral, facsimile, or electronic Proposals be accepted by the City.

3. Completion: This Work must be completed within Four Hundred Thirty (430) calendar days from the Date of Commencement as established by the City’s written Notice to Proceed.

4. Liquidated Damages: Liquidated damages are to be $1,800.00 per Calendar Day. See Section 4 of the Contract between City and Contractor for terms and conditions relating to contract time and liquidated damages.

5. Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting: A mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held at the date and time specified above in the section titled “Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting” in this Notice Inviting Proposals. Due to the continuing COVID-19 situation and the desire to minimize person-to-person physical interaction, the mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held via a video/audio conference using Microsoft Teams. If one has access to a computer with microphone, camera, and speakers or if one possesses a smart phone, one may participate in the meeting with both video and audio interaction. If one only has access to a telephone, then one may participate in the meeting with audio interaction only. Meeting codes, passwords and phone numbers needed to join the meeting are provided on the first page of the Notice Inviting Proposals. The “Interested” Proposers will be determined or established based on the log of people who have requested a download link for the Proposal documents at the email address colemanjohnson@glendaleca.gov mentioned earlier in Item No. 1.

6. Contractor’s License: At the time of the Proposal Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, including full completion of all corrective work during the Correction Period, the Contractor must possess a California Contractor’s License or licenses, current and active, of the classification required for the Work, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division 3, Section 7000 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code. In compliance with Public Contract Code Section 3300, the City has determined that the Proposer must possess the following license(s): “Class A – General Engineering Contractor” The successful Proposer will not receive a Contract award if the successful Proposer is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active. If the City discovers after the Contract’s award that the Contractor is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active, the City may cancel the award, reject the Proposal, declare the Proposal Bond as forfeited, keep the Proposal Bond’s proceeds, and exercise any one or more of the remedies in the Contract Documents.

7. Subcontractors’ Licenses and Listing: At the time of the Proposal Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, each listed Subcontractor must possess a current and active California Contractor’s license or licenses appropriate for the portion of the Work listed for such Subcontractor and shall hold all specialty certifications required for such Work. When the Proposer submits its Proposal to the City, the Proposer must list each Subcontractor whom the Proposer must disclose under Public Contract Code Section 4104 (Subcontractor Listing Law), and the Proposer must provide all of the Subcontractor information that Section 4104 requires (name, the location (address) of the Subcontractor’s place of business, California Contractor license number, and portion of the Work). In addition, the City requires that the Proposer list the dollar value of each Subcontractor’s labor or services. The City’s disqualification of a Subcontractor does not disqualify a Proposer. However, prior to and as a condition to award of the Contract, the successful Proposer shall substitute a properly licensed and qualified Subcontractor— without an adjustment of the Proposal Amount.

8. Proposal Forms and Security: Each proposal must be made on the proposal form obtainable at the Offices of Glendale Water and Power, Engineering Public Counter. Each proposal shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check or certified check drawn on a solvent bank, payable to “City of Glendale”, for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Proposal. Alternatively, a satisfactory corporate surety bid bond for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the bid may accompany the Proposal. Said security shall serve as a guarantee that the successful proposer will, within fourteen (14) calendar days after the City’s Notice of Award of the Contract, will execute the Contract and furnish the bonds and insurance to the City for said Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

9. Proposal Irrevocability: Proposals shall remain open and valid for ninety (90) calendar days after the Proposal Deadline.

10. Substitution of Securities: Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22300, substitution of securities for withheld funds is permitted in accordance therewith.

11. Prevailing Wages: This Project is a “public work” subject to the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1720. The DBE that is awarded this Contract and all Subcontractors of any tier shall not pay less than the minimum prevailing rate of per diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to perform the Work. The Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, pursuant to the California Labor Code, has determined the general prevailing rates of wages in the locality in which the Work is to be performed. The rates determined by the California Director of Industrial Relations are available online at www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD/.

12. Evaluation of Design-Build Entity’s (DBE’s) Qualifications: The Statement of Qualifications, which is required to be submitted by each Proposer, will be reviewed and evaluated by a review group comprised of GWP staff to determine if the Proposer’s qualifications meet the required criteria for experience and qualifications stated in the RFP. If the City determines that the Proposer does not meet these requirements, and/or if it is believed that the Proposer will not be able to competently do the work required for successfully completing the project, the Proposer will be disqualified and will not be given further consideration for continuing with the Proposal evaluation process and such Proposer will receive a “Fail” score. This is a Pass/Fail score evaluation.

13. Evaluation of Design-Build Entity’s (DBE’s) Proposal: Those Proposers that successfully meet the required qualification’s criteria and that receive a “Pass” score, per Item No. 12 above, will continue with the Evaluation process of their submitted Proposals in conjunction with their submitted Qualifications. The Proposals and Qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated by the same review group of GWP staff discussed in Item No. 12 above, to determine the best qualified DBE.

Each Qualifications/Proposal will be evaluated on the basis of the DBE’s experience and qualifications as measured by:

 45% Price and fees (hourly personnel rates and billing unit charges). While price and fees are important, they will not be used as the sole determinant in the selection process. Prices and fees for the project in its entirety– Base & All Alternate Proposal Items– will be included in the evaluation. It is the City’s preliminary assumption that the entire project will be built.

 15% Description of project approach and schedule. Demonstrated understanding of the project’s nature and GWP’s needs. Provide detailed plans on how to deliver the project timely and efficiently.

 30% DBE’s response to the Request for Qualifications; demonstrated DBE experience on similar (Scope & Dollar amount) water projects that include installation of ductile-iron water pipelines. The Proposer must submit information and references for only three (3) of its most recently completed projects where the Proposer acted as a DBE contractor. For at least one of these projects the design-build team, comprised of a contractor and a licensed civil engineering design company, must be the same two companies that are being proposed for partnering for the current RFP No. 3938 design-build project. At least one previous design-build project must have been with a Municipal water provider.

 10% Completeness and quality of the response.

14. Project Funding: This project is funded by City of Glendale Water and Power Department funds.

15. California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) – Public Works Contractor Registration: Under the Public Works Contractor Registration Law (California Senate Bill No. 854 - See Labor Code Section 1725.5), contractors must register and meet requirements using the online application https://efiling.dir.ca.gov/PWCR/ActionServlet?action=displayPW CRegistrationForm before proposing on public works contracts in California. The application also provides agencies that administer public works programs with a searchable database of qualified contractors. Application and renewal are completed online with a non-refundable fee of $300. More information is available at the following links: http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorksSB854.html http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorks.html

The City must award public works projects only to DBE’s, contractors and subcontractors who comply with the Public Works Registration Law. Notice to DBE’s, Contractors, and Subcontractors: a. No DBE, Contractor or

b. No DBE, Contractor or

d.

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

THE AMENDED 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.

Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MACHIKO NOMASA

Case No. 24STPB04433

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

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

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Carol Nomasa 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 May 22, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 2D 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: ROBERT WJ HEAVEN ESQ SBN 336803

PRUDENTIAL ADVOCATE APC 1925 CENTURY PARK EAST STE 1700 LOS ANGELES CA 90067 CN106353 NOMASA May 2,6,9, 2024

MONTEREY PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TADASHI HOZAKI

CASE NO. 24STPB04699

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TAISHI KOTOW in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TAISHI KOTOW 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: 05/31/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 99 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 JOHN W. CHANG - SBN 248999, PATINELLI & CHANG LLP 2355 CRENSHAW BLVD., STE. 185 TORRANCE CA 90501, Telephone (310) 312-8117 5/2, 5/6, 5/9/24 CNS-3808764# BALDWIN PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

HOWARD CHESTER HORN AKA HOWARD C. HORN CASE NO. 23STPB10642

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of HOWARD CHESTER HORN AKA HOWARD C. HORN.

A AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TIMOTHY BRET HORN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TIMOTHY BRET HORN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE AMENDED PETITION requests

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 07/30/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 62 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

PHILIP BARBARO, JR. - SBN 96317

BARBARO, CHINEN, PITZER & DUKE LLP

301 EAST COLORADO BOULEVARD, SUITE 700 PASADENA CA 91101-1911 Telephone (626) 793-5196 5/2, 5/6, 5/9/24 CNS-3808745# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ANN KATTON READ CASE NO. 24STPB04778

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

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

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that HELEN LORENZANA 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: 05/31/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 62 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.

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 KEVIN REHAWALD, ESQ. - SBN 255334

CHALEFF REHWALD PETERSON 32107 LINDERO CANYON RD., STE. 121 WESTLAKE VILLAGE CA 91361, Telephone (818) 703-7500 5/2, 5/6, 5/9/24 CNS-3809524# WEST COVINA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JAMES SHIA-HUI CHENG AKA JAMES S. CHENG, JAMES CHENG, SHIA HUI CHENG, JIMMY CHENG, JIMMY S. CHENG CASE NO. 24STPB04845 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JAMES SHIA-HUI CHENG AKA JAMES S. CHENG, JAMES CHENG, SHIA HUI CHENG, JIMMY CHENG, JIMMY S. CHENG. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by HOOISIN DAVID LIM in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that HOOISIN DAVID LIM 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: 06/07/24 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

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the County of Riverside on April 17, 2024 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202405085 Pub. 04/25/2024, 05/02/2024, 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024 Riverside Independent

FILE NO. FBN20240003619

FILED: April 15, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT: County of Original Filing: San Bernardino

Date of Original Filing: May 19, 2023 File No.: FBN20230005266

Fictitious Business Name(s): NICKS

STREETWEAR 5170 REVERE ST. APT #1 CHINO, CA 91710

Mailing Address, 5170 REVERE ST. APT #1, CHINO, CA 91710. Name of Registrant: NICHOLAS I HERRERA, 5170 REVERE ST. APT #1, CHINO, CA 91710

This business is/was conducted by: a individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein BY SIGNING BELOW, I DECLARE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE REVERSE SIDE OF THIS FORM AND THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250-6277).

/s/ NICHOLAS I HERRERA

04/25/2024, 05/02/2024, 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20240003787

The following persons are doing business as: PRAISEFUL, 5703 Chino Ave, Chino, CA 91710. Mailing Address, 5703 Chino Ave, Chino, CA 91710. CALIFORNIA TALK STUDIO LLC (CA, 5703 Chino Ave, Chino, CA 91710; BERNARD KO, MANAGER. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino 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. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ BERNARD KO, TREASURER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on April 19, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920.

A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: 20240003787 Pub: 05/02/2024, 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN20240004015

The following persons are doing business as: The Enhanced Institute of Beauticians and Barbers, 2051 S Concord Ave, Ontario, CA 91761. MailingAddress, 2051 S Concord Ave, Ontario, CA 91761. EIBB Corp (CA, 2051 S Concord Ave, Ontario, CA 91761; Arlene Elena Avila, Secretary. County

of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 62506277). /s/ Arlene Elena Avila, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on April 25, 2024 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20240004015 Pub: 05/02/2024, 05/09/2024, 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024

San Bernardino Press

FILE NO. FBN20240003842

NEW FILING - this is a: FILING

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SUSHI ONE SPOT, 9405 MONTE VISTA AVE MONTCLAIR CA 91763; MAILING ADDRESS: 9405 MONTE VISTA AVE MONTCLAIR CA 91763 County of SAN BERNARDINO. The full name of registrant(s) is/are: KLY HOLDINGS, INC. [CA], 5951180, 9405 MONTE VISTA AVE MONTCLAIR CA 91763. This Business is conducted by a/ an: CORPORATION. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name/names listed above on: NOT APPLICABLE. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

/s/ KLY HOLDINGS, INC. BY TAE YOUNG KANG, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of SAN BERNARDINO County on 04/22/2024 indicated by file stamp above.

NOTICE--in accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a Fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years From the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

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 14411 et seq., business and professions code)

ORD-2278704 SAN BERNARDINO PRESS 5/2,9,16,23 2024

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as VIP RIDE 13768 Meadow View Lane Yucaipa, CA 92399 Riverside County MS G AND ASSOCIATES (CA, 325 N MAPLE DRIVE UNIT 2076, Beverly Hills, CA 90213 Los Angeles County

This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material

s. Gwenique Williams, President Statement filed with the County of Riverside on April 30, 2024 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days

name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the

UCLA Office of Campus Safety launches investigation

By City News Service

An investigation was underway Tuesday into a violent attack that occurred last week targeting a pro-Palestinian encampment in UCLA's Royce Quad, with the university calling in local and federal law enforcement agencies who could be using high-tech detective tools in hopes of tracking down the perpetrators.

The attack was carried out by dozens of masked assailants beginning late April 30 and continuing into the early morning hours of May 1. The group set off fireworks that detonated in and around the encampment, and there were reports of pepper spray and bear repellent being deployed.

Representatives of the Palestinian encampment said more than a dozen people were injured, primarily due to the exposure to pepper spray.

Police in riot gear eventually quelled the violence, but law enforcement and the university were criticized for failing to intervene more quickly, allowing the unrest to continue for several hours.

In a message to the UCLA

community Monday, Chancellor Gene Block said the university remains committed to identifying those who carried out the attack.

"To that end, inaugural Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Safety Officer Rick Braziel is leading a law enforcement investigation to identify the perpetrators of the violence and hold them to account," Block said.

"The LAPD has committed a detective to assist in our investigative efforts, and we have also connected with the FBI about possible assistance. We have spoken to Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón to solicit his help in ensuring that the instigators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law."

Citing unnamed law enforcement sources, the Los Angeles Times reported that the investigation will include the use of facialrecognition technology, while also employing license plate readers to determine who entered the campus or was driving in the vicinity that night. The investigative tools being employed are comparable to those

used by federal authorities investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

"AVC Braziel and I have directed UCPD to invest whatever resources are needed to conduct a rapid and thorough investigation into the violent attack," Block wrote in his notice.

"UCPD is currently reviewing all available footage from last Tuesday night and speaking to witnesses who were present. We urge anyone who saw the violence firsthand or who has information about the attack to report it as soon as possible."

In the wake of the attacks and the next night's law enforcement raid that cleared out the encampment and led to more than 200 arrests, Block over the weekend announced the creation of the Office of Campus Safety, with Braziel placed in charge of the operation.

Block said that office is also conducting a review of the UC Police Department's response to the attack and conducting an analysis of UCLA's security protocols. It is assessing all acts of

violence that have occurred on campus over the past 12 days. Braziel is expected to create a plan to put in place to establish additional means of protecting students, staff and visitors on campus, Block said.

"Holding the instigators of this attack accountable and enhancing our campus safety operations are both critical. Our community members can only learn, work and thrive in an environment where they feel secure," Block wrote.

Gov. Gavin Newsom and other elected officials have called for an investigation into the law enforcement response to the attack on

USC graduation

The encampment had been rebuilt after previously being cleared on April 24, when 93 people were arrested.

The USC campus had been relatively calm in the days prior to Sunday's clean-up operation.

Last Wednesday, dozens of USC faculty members marched through the campus in support of protesters. That march occurred hours after a virtual meeting between members of the campus Academic Senate and Folt, who was joined by Provost Andrew Guzman.

Folt wrote earlier that "the university has initiated disciplinary review processes for individuals who have violated both our policies and the law. We will take any

further actions required to maintain campus safety and security, consistent with our legal obligations.

"The university is legally obligated to ensure that students, faculty, and staff can move freely throughout our campus while pursuing their studies, work, and research. Every part of our campuses, including Alumni Park, must be fully accessible and free from vandalism and harassment."

At least 12 student protesters received interim or full suspensions from the university, a media liaison from the "Gaza Solidarity Occupation" told the Daily Trojan, the campus newspaper, on Sunday evening.

Several student protesters who are USC Housing

residents were told they had until 5 p.m. Monday to pack their items and leave, a student protester who requested anonymity due to safety concerns, told the Daily Trojan.

In a statement Monday, USC officials said, "We are unable to discuss disciplinary matters because of student privacy laws and the confidential nature of personnel matters."

USC became a focal point of Southland pro-Palestinian protests following its April 15 decision to cancel valedictorian Asna Tabassum's commencement speech in response to complaints about her online posts critics called antisemitic. USC officials insisted the move was solely a security issue, not a

political decision.

Still, tensions continued to mount — leading to the mass protest April 24 and attempted occupation of Alumni Park that resulted in the 93 arrests and the clearing of the earlier encampment.

The university eventually opted to cancel its May 10 main stage commencement altogether, but vowed to move forward with the usual array of smaller satellite graduation ceremonies for the school's individual colleges.

The university announced last week that in lieu of the main stage commencement ceremony, there will be a "Trojan Family Graduate Celebration" at 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Los

the encampment. UC President Michael Drake also said the university system would be conducting an audit of UCLA's actions and responses to the encampment and the attack.

The union that represents campus police officers at the 10 University of California schools blamed UCLA administrators for the delayed response to the attack and other violence between counter-protesters and people at the pro-Palestinian encampment.

The Federated University Police Officers' Association said in a statement Saturday that the probe by Drake into the university's "planning,

actions and response by law enforcement" must consider the UC's own guidelines for response to campus protests.

"The written guidelines for roles and responsibilities make clear that senior UC administrators on each campus are solely responsible for the university's response to campus protests; those administrators decide the objective, and campus police are only responsible for tactics in implementing those objectives," FUPOA President Wade Stern said.

"As such, the UCLA administration owns all the fallout from the response and lack of response to this protest."

Pro-Palestine demonstrators clash with police attempting to breach the protesters’ encampment on May 1. | Photo courtesy of Unknown author/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

Angeles Memorial Coliseum, featuring "drone shows, fireworks, surprise perfor-

mances, the Trojan Marching Band and a special gift just for the Class of 2024."

Protesters rally in support of Palestine at USC. | Photo courtesy of lazaro_aguero/TikTok

USC Pacific Asia Museum honors AAPI Heritage Month with free admission, new mural

By Staff

USCPacificAsia

Museum is celebrat-

ing AAPI Heritage

Month with free admission throughout the month of May, and on Saturday, May 18, the museum is hosting a family-friendly celebration in honor of its new mural, “A Momentous Moment in Time of Passage and Landing,” created by artist Dave Young Kim. The event will feature cultural dances and performances, crafts, food trucks, an artist talk, and more.

Kim's mural for USC PAM visually encapsulates the impact of migration from Asia and the Pacific Islands in shaping the distinctive cultural fabric of Los Angeles. The mural portrays 41 birds in harmonious flight, each representing a sovereign Asian or Pacific Islander nation and its official national bird. The collective imagery symbolizes the universal search for

home, a commonality that connects all humankind and all species.

“Traditionally, the king and queen would sit in front of a painted screen that had the sun and the moon on either side; it denoted yin and yang, the perfect

balance, principles that make the universe work, along with dignity, heaven's favor, and mandate for the king, essentially each time they sat down publicly in front of the imagery, it evokes the idea that it's a momentous moment in

time,” said Kim. “With the mural, I'm taking that idea and placing that perfect balance above the depiction of birds, each representing a Pacific Asian nation in migration, moving from one homeland to another, and saying this is a momentous

moment, all the forgotten stories, challenges, struggles of that journey and they should be elevated to the same level of royalty."

The May 18 event will feature:

- Drop-in bird mobile and mural workshops and

the L.A. Zoo booth from 1 to 5 p.m.

- Lion Dance-Northern Shaolin Kung Fu Association at 1 p.m.

- Opening remarks and ribbon cutting at 1:10 p.m.

- Performance by Katherin Ho at 1:30 p.m.

- Rangeela Dance Company-Bollywood dance performance at 2 p.m.

- Kayamanan Ng - Filipino Cultural dance performance at 2:30 p.m.

- Hansori - Traditional Korean drumming performance at 3 p.m.

- Hālau Hula Moaniʻ a ʻala Anuhea at 3:30 p.m.

- Conversation with artist Dave Kim and Haven Lin Kirk, dean of Roski School of Art and Design from 4 to 5 p.m.

USC Pacific Asia Museum is located at 46 N. Los Robles Ave. in Pasadena. Learn more at pacificasiamuseum.usc. edu.

Friday • May 10 8PM • Jeff Garcia, Edgar Rivera, Jay Washington, more 10PM • Big Bad Bo Hawkins

Saturday • May 11 5PM • Deez Nuts 7:15PM • Craig Robinson, Chaunte Wayans, Dean Delray, more 7:30PM • Renegade Moms 9:15PM • The Shindig Show w/Paul Rodriguez and Jimmy Shin 9:30PM • Rudy Moreno and friends

Monday • May 13 8PM • ONLYFANS Presents: LMAOF

Tuesday • May 14 7PM • Mike E. Winfield, Jeff Dye, Maronzio Vance 7:30PM • Mike E. Winfield, Jeff Dye, Dean Delray

Hours: 6:30pm - 7:30pm & 10pm - close (bar & patio only)

Dave Young Kim, “A Momentous Moment in Time of Passage and Landing,” 2024. | Photo by Tom Bonner / USC PAM