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ACLU Sends Letter Demanding Pasadena Police Stop ‘Mining Its Residents’ Social Media’ via Spokeo Pasadena PD urged to stop using data from Pasadena-based technology company Terry MILLER
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Executives from Spokeo donated several iPads to Mother’s Club Early Learning Center Christmas 2013. Executive Team members (left to right: Mike Daly, Ray Chen, Harrison Tang) – Photo by Terry Miller/ Beacon Media News
he American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Southern California sent a letter to the City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Police Department urging the police department not to use aggregated social media data collected on Pasadena residents and end its contract with Spokeo, Inc., a social media monitoring company on Tuesday. The City of Pasadena contracts for Spokeo’s monitoring platform, Spokeo For Law Enforcement, “a massive, unregulated database of public records and social media postings available to the Pasadena PD,” According to a press release sent to our newspapers. “Spokeo’s history of maintaining inaccurate records within its databases makes reliance on that data by the Pasadena PD particularly dangerous and ripe for abuse,” the release stated. “The law doesn’t allow the police to keep SEE SPOKEO PAGE 12
PASADENA POLICE LOOKING FOR BURGLAR Suspect is a black male, 6’-0”/thin build, short black straight hair, approximately 30 to 40 years old On Thursday, October 7, 2017, at approximately 7:45 a.m., a resident told police he was awakened by noises and then confronted the suspect in his living room in the 100 block of North Mar Vista Avenue. The suspect ordered the resident back
into his bedroom by gesturing as if he was armed. The suspect fled in an unknown direction with items taken from the residence. The suspect appears to have entered the residence SEE BURGLAR PAGE 13
Pasadena Council Recap: Polls, Parks, and Parking ‘Straw poll’ reveals council favors CVPRA compliance, 5-3 Gus HERRERA gherrera@beaconmedianews.com
The Pasadena City Council’s most recent meeting got off to late start and had an even later finish, as discussions around the dais lasted past midnight.
PASADENA AND GLENDALE POLICE DETECTIVES ARREST ‘OFFICE CREEPER’ SUSPECT
There were two main events on the agenda: the first regarded the potential establishment of a park in the underserved Playhouse District; the second dealt with the city’s response to
On Thursday, Oct. 11th, 2017, Pasadena Police Detectives, along with a Glendale Police Detective and State Parole Agents arrested a man who is allegedly the "Office Creeper" in El Monte, CA. Parolee Anthony Fierro, a career
SEE COUNCIL PAGE 12
SEE CREEPER PAGE 13
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
LIFESTYLE
SPORTS
Sierra Madre Now Has a Taste of Paris On its Sidewalk
Rise and Shine: 5 Benefits of Waking Up Earlier
Monrovia Football Crushes La Cañada
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LOCAL NEWS
50 Acres Burn at Mount Wilson – 25 Percent Contained as of Wednesday Morning Over 200 Firefighters Battle Tough Terrain but Make Progress Terry MILLER tmiller@beaconmedianews.com
A brush fire dubbed Wilson Fire near the Mount Wilson Observatory that started early Tuesday morning has now consumed over 50 acres, according to the US Forest Service reports Wed. morning. The fire broke out shortly before 4 a.m. Oct. 17 according to LA County Fire reports which had burned 35 acres as of 10 a.m. high above Sierra Madre, Arcadia. Communication towers were threatened early on in the fire. The Mount Wilson Observatory was evacuated as a precaution. Chantry Flat and surrounding recreational cabins were also evacuated according to local television reports. Firefighters are battling mild winds but unseasonably warm temps. Super Scoopers were called in and attached the fire as did fixed wing aircraft including a DC10 jet. Although the fire is only 5 percent contained it looks promising thanks to a quick air attacks by Los Angeles County Fire’s
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contract with the Canadian Super Scoopers and the DC10. Monrovia Fire issued a Nixle Advisory late Tuesday morning: “Mt. Wilson is on Fire (A Little Bit) … NO THREAT to Monrovia. “Earlier this morning around 4:30 a.m., a brush fire started near Mt. Wilson. It is important to note that the fire is nowhere near Monrovia, and there is no direct threat to our community
at this time. Currently the fire is burning at around 15 acres in size and is moving at a moderate rate of speed. “We are aware that the fire is very visible and getting a lot of media attention, especially given the fire situations occurring throughout the State. Given that fact, we have instituted a Stage 2 Closure of Canyon Park and the Hillside Wilderness Preserve
(HWP), which means that both facilities are closed to the general public, but that anyone who has rented a facility or is on a guided tour will be allowed to remain in the area. Also, City staff will remain onsite in Canyon Park and will be monitoring the HWP to supervise all ongoing activities. “The Monrovia Fire Department will continue to monitor
this situation, and if anything changes that may impact the safety of our community, the City will be certain to provide notification immediately at that time. For additional information related to this matter, please visit the City’s website at www.cityofmonrovia.org.” For full details, view this message on the web. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
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"In the past, for reasons I try to explain, I've often felt I had to be careful in public, like I was up on a wire without a net. Now I'm letting my guard down." - Hillary Rodham Clinton, from the introduction of What Happened For the first time, Hillary Rodham Clinton reveals what she was thinking and feeling during one of the most controversial and unpredictable presidential elections in history. Now free from the constraints of running, Hillary takes you inside the intense personal experience of becoming the first woman nominated for president by a major party in an election marked by rage, sexism, exhilarating highs and infuriating lows, stranger-thanfiction twists, Russian interference, and an opponent who broke all the rules. This is her most personal memoir yet. In these pages, she describes what it was like to run against Donald Trump, the mistakes she made, how she has coped with a shocking
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and why Americans need to understand them to protect our values and our democracy in the future. The election of 2016 was unprecedented and historic. What Happened is the story of that campaign and its aftermath--both a deeply intimate account and a cautionary tale for the nation. (Simon & Schuster) This is a ticketed event. Tickets are now available on Eventbrite, while supplies last. For additional event guidelines & restrictions, please visit vromansbookstore.com. Hillary Clinton in this 1992 file photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News
Community Health Alliance of Pasadena (ChapCare) Awarded a Capital Grant by the Green Foundation Community Health Alliance of Pasadena (ChapCare) has been awarded $12,000 by the Green Foundation, a nonprofit philanthropic organization, with a primary focus on the arts, education, and human services. The Green Foundation’s mission is to uncover new opportunities, encourage growth and ultimately effect positive
change with those institutions that best reflect their core focus areas and the communities they serve. The generous grant award will support the purchase of a colposcope and a fetal monitor, which will enhance ChapCare’s high-quality, comprehensive Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) program in the Pasadena area.
ChapCare offers OB/GYN services at its Del Mar health center in east Pasadena. OB/GYN services include: pre-natal care for pregnant women, well-woman exams, and treatment of gynecological problems. The colposcope aids in detecting precancerous lesions of the cervix, and the fetal heart rate monitor helps in following high-risk preg-
nancies. “Access to high-quality OB/GYN care is critical to ensure the health of the mother and her child,” said Margaret B. Martinez MPH, ChapCare’s Chief Executive Officer. “We are grateful to the Green Foundation for funding this muchneeded equipment, which will enhanced the services offered to our patients.”
ChapCare’s Del Mar health center can be found at 3160 E. Del Mar Boulevard, Suite 200, Pasadena, CA 91107. Hours of operation for OB/GYN services are Monday - Friday, 8am – 5pm. ChapCare provides low-or no-cost health services (Medi-Cal and Medicare) and accepts many Covered California and private insurance plans.
Lessons Learned from I-710 Completion Project How the interstate’s design did not accommodate urban sprawl
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and devastating loss, and how she found the strength to pick herself back up afterward. With humor and candor, she tells readers what it took to get back on her feet--the rituals, relationships, and reading that got her through, and what the experience has taught her about life. She speaks about the challenges of being a strong woman in the public eye, the criticism over her voice, age, and appearance, and the double standard confronting women in politics. She lays out how the 2016 election was marked by an unprecedented assault on our democracy by a foreign adversary. By analyzing the evidence and connecting the dots, Hillary shows just how dangerous the forces are that shaped the outcome,
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Interstate 710 is an essential and important fixture of not only Los Angeles, but the United States as a whole. Since its designation as a highway in 1964, the I-710 has served
as direct route from the port of Long Beach to consumer destinations across the country. It was designed to serve as a funnel of trucking enterprise, connecting the point at which goods make their way into America at the port of Long Beach, to anywhere in the country. Evidence for this can be
found in the construction of the highway itself, which terminates in Alhambra, California, immediately after connecting with Interstate 10. The I-10 is a main American traffic and trucking artery, spanning from coast to coast, ending in Santa Monica, California and Jacksonville, Florida.
As Los Angeles’ traffic problem broadened its reach, plans regarding the utilization of the highway began to surface, highlighting the fact that the highway does not extend to the mountains to the North of Los Angeles and connecting to Interstate 210. The extension of the I-710 is projected to increase
traffic flow and allow easier navigation in LA’s web of freeways. However, Caltrans has been aware of the problem since the highway’s designation and has not yet resolved the issue. In May of 2017, The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority SEE PAGE 4
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Local Congresswoman Says ‘Vulnerable Americans Will Pay Price to Salve Trump’s Ego’ Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27) released the following statement on President Trump’s executive order to roll back protections for individuals enrolled in association health plans, sabotaging the principles of the ACA’s healthcare marketplaces: “Donald Trump will do anything to avoid working with Democrats to improve the healthcare of Americans – including intentionally sabotaging our country's healthcare system. That is what he is doing with this executive order. It is a craven attempt by the President to justify his party’s attacks on the ACA, which has been successful at increasing coverage for
millions. That is why Republicans have been unable to pass a repeal of the law. But refusing to accept his failure, Trump is trying to double down with this plan to peel healthy individuals away from the ACA marketplaces and make costs rise for consumers. By offering cheap plans with poor coverage, he is ensuring that only healthy people will buy them – leaving the sick and elderly with more expensive options. This signals a return to the segmented healthcare system we had before the ACA, where being sick could mean bankruptcy or worse. And it is the most vulnerable Americans who will pay this price to salve Trump’s ego.”
Santa Anita YMCA Holds Annual Y-Gala The event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at the Santa Anita Race Track clubhouse in Arcadia The Santa Anita Family YMCA Board of Directors invites members of the community to the 9th Annual Santa Anita Family YMCA Gala and Awards Dinner. The Y-Gala features live music, dinner, presentation of the YMCA’s three “persons of the year awards”, followed by faux casino gaming for “Y-Bucks”, live and silent auctions, with fine wines and spirits offered throughout the evening. The honorees for this year’s Y Gala are: Youth of the Year – Emily Quach, 2017 Arcadia High graduate who headed 2016/17 Santa Anita YMCA Youth &
Government delegation. Volunteer of the Year – Karen Schoeni, Monrovia resident is one of many wonderful people who serve as “unpaid staff,” giving their time to assist with YMCA programs; in Schoeni’s case, YMCA water exercise classes for seniors, and youth swim lessons. Servant–Leader Award - Julie Gentile, long time YMCA and Duarte Chamber Board member and Monrovia Kiwanis Club member will receive the highest award a person can win at Santa Anita Family YMCA. Proceeds from the YMCA Annual Gala help to provide financial assistance to
individuals and families, enabling people of all ages to participate in a wide range of Santa Anita Y-programs. These include children’s swim lessons, sports, and afterschool enrichment programs, Youth & Government for teens; and water exercise or strength & balance training for senior citizens with Arthritis or Parkinson’s disease, and more. For information or to purchase tickets, contact YMCA Executive Director Eric Boyd at (626) 359-9244, extension 8391; or email YMCA Office Manager Gabby Galvez at Gabrielagalvez@ymcala.org.
I-710 Extension
I-710 Freeway. - Courtesy photo
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endorsed a plan in which the I-710 would be extended by an underground tunnel. On July 10, 2017, the city of Alhambra, which receives upward of 50,000 vehicles daily from the terminus of the I-710, held a special event in which supporters of the extension gathered to raise awareness of the problem the current design imposes on their community. While some people believe the I-710 needs to be extended to improve traffic flow in Southern California, others do not. Justin Tamayo grew up in one of the lots that would have been part of the I-710 if it had been built. While Tamayo understands the need for regional connection, he does not believe extending the I-710 will
have the desired impact, whether above ground or below. “If you look at studies over time, it doesn’t matter how many freeways you build or how large those freeways are, you’re still going to have congestion,” says Tamayo. Tamayo believes that extending the gap between the I-710 terminus and the I-210 will most likely encourage people to drive more, rendering the estimated $3.2 billion project ineffective. Instead, Tamayo think a light rail system would encourage less traffic and efficiently transport people along the route in a more ecologically-friendly manner. While the above-ground extension plan appears to be dead, citizens along the projected I-710 corridor wait for the next development in the project.
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CRIME BLOTTERS MONROVIA Oct. 10 At 11:03 a.m., a citizen patrol officer was on patrol in the 400 block of Highland when he was flagged down by a gardener. The gardener told him a male suspect in a gray Ford truck just stole his yard trimmer and fled the area. An officer searched the area for the suspect vehicle, but it was not located. The investigation is continuing. At 5:16 p.m., units responded to the intersection of Peck and Live Oak regarding a traffic collision. A male subject in a pickup truck was driving west on Live Oak and collided with a Sheriff’s Department vehicle. There were no injuries. Further investigation revealed the driver of the pickup was driving under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested for DUI. At 9:49 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Duarte at Mayflower. The 17-yearold female driver was found to be unlicensed. She was arrested for driving without a license. During an inventory search of the vehicle, approximately 13 pounds of marijuana and cash was located. The driver was charged with an infraction due to her age for the marijuana, in addition to the unlicensed driver charge. The driver was later released to her guardian. At 9:49 p.m., police dispatch received numerous calls regarding a disturbance at a location in the 1300 block of Alta Vista. Officers arrived and found a male subject bleeding from a laceration to his head. A female subject was also at the location and was extreme-
ly intoxicated. The investigation revealed the two subjects are siblings and were involved in a physical altercation. It was unknown how the male sustained the injury. Both subjects refused prosecution and the male subject was taken to the hospital for treatment. The female was arrested for public intoxication. Oct. 11 At 2:09 p.m., a grand theft was reported in the 100 block of W. Olive. An unknown suspect entered a parking garage at the location and stole a scooter from the garage. The investigation is continuing. At 4:17 p.m., a grand theft was reported at a hotel in the 900 block of S. Fifth Avenue. A female staying at the location reported that she placed an expensive ring on the kitchen counter in her room and left the location. When she returned in the early evening, the ring was missing. The investigation is continuing.
SIERRA MADRE Oct. 11 A petty theft report was taken from a resident in the 300 block of E. Grandview Ave. The resident state that their video equipment showed a UPS delivery on Oct. 9 at about 1:38 p.m. Further video showed a female dressed in a “fake UPS” shirt ringing the doorbell, leaving then returning at about 2:00 p.m. and removing the package from the property. Case to Detectives At 8:42 p.m., Officers on patrol stopped a vehicle in the area of Santa Anita and Grandview Ave., for a traffic violation. The driver of the vehicle was driving
on a suspended license and had three outstanding arrest warrants. The driver was arrested for the three warrants and transported to the Pasadena Jail. The vehicle was impounded. Case referred to Pasadena DA’s office Oct. 13 At about 9:27 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of Manzanita Ave. filed a report of vandalism. The resident reported to the responding officers that while she was watching television she heard several thumps on the wall of her house. The resident discovered that unknown person(s) had thrown raw eggs against her house. Case to Detectives Oct. 14 A resident returning home in the 600 block of Canyon Crest Dr. reported damage to their property. A neighbor reported to the resident that the damage was caused by an unknown vehicle on October 10th. It appeared that a driver was attempting to drive down the street and drove up over the curb onto private property, causing damage to a fence, a curb and sprinklers. Case to Detectives
ARCADIA Oct. 11 At about 9:58 a.m., an officer responded to the intersection of El Dorado Street and Fifth Avenue regarding a traffic collision. An investigation revealed the driver admitted to being under the influence of a Xanax while driving. The 31-year-old male from
Glendora was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Oct. 12 Around 2:04 p.m., an officer responded to the Arcadia Retirement Village, 607 West Duarte Road #329, regarding a grand theft report. The officer discovered an unknown suspect stole $1,036.00 from one of the residents as he was moving out. No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located. Oct. 13 At about 10:23 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 400 block of Naomi Avenue regarding an audible alarm activation. The officer discovered an unknown suspect entered the location, ransacked the home, and fled with an unknown amount of property. The house was being fumigated while the burglary occurred. The investigation is ongoing. Just before 2:31 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Englemann Court regarding a fraud report. The reporting party discovered an unknown suspect fraudulently withdrew $16,000.00 from her father’s checking account while he was out of the country. The victim and reporting party do not know how the suspect obtained his personal information. The investigation is ongoing. Oct.14 Shortly after 10:01 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Englemann Court regarding a burglary report. An inves-
tigation revealed unknown suspect(s) smashed a rear window, ransacked the home, and fled with an unknown amount of property. The investigation is ongoing. At approximately 1:10 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 00 block of Christina Street regarding a subject brandishing a weapon. The victim stated he was staying at the residence as an AirBnB renter when he was awaken by the suspect, a house cleaner sent to the home on behalf of the owner. An altercation ensued between the victim and the suspect resulting in the suspect waving a handgun in a threatening manner. The suspect fled by the time officers arrived. The suspect is a 49-yearold male from Arcadia. The investigation is ongoing.
PASADENA Oct. 5 Pasadena Police officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 1700 block of Summit Avenue. On arrival, officers learned that two people had been injured by gunfire. One victim had been shot several times and officers recovered multiple casings at the location. The victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Pasadena Police detectives responded to the incident and later identified the suspect. Police detectives attempted to locate the suspect the same evening; however, their efforts were unsuccessful. Because the suspect was at-large and had already attempted to murder two people (by gunfire), the
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case was given to the U.S. Federal Marshals Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force. On October 6, task force officers located the suspect in Duarte and attempted to arrest him. The suspect failed to comply with orders from the officers and a shooting ensued. The suspect was taken to a local hospital where he later died. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the incident. Oct. 11 Pasadena Police officers responded to Pasadena City College (PCC) regarding an apparent dead body inside a car which was parked on the top level of a parking structure. The victim, a former student at the college, was seated in his car and was discovered by a person passing by. A note was affixed to the outside of the car, stating, “… Stay away. Call 911…” Pasadena Police officers notified the fire department and requested the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Bomb Squad, since there was a concern of toxic chemicals. The scene was subsequently rendered safe and the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office responded to assist with recovery of the victim’s body Oct. 13 Pasadena Police officers assigned to the Special Enforcement Section (SES) conducted a probation compliance check on a residence in the 1800 block of Navarro after received complaints from community members. Callers alleged subjects in at the residence were engaging in gang activity and drug sales. On arrival, SES officers detained two subjects who were leaving the location and found them to be in possession of marijuana. Another three subjects were arrested at the location for various charges, including felonies and misdemeanors.
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ARCADIA HIGHLANDS HOA ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION OCT 26 The annual meeting is called pursuant to Article V, Section 5 of the By-Laws of the Association. AGENDA 1. Call to order; 2. Annual Report on Finance & Membership; 3. Annual Report by Architectural Review Board Chairperson; 4. Discussion relating to the election of the Board of Directors; 5. Report by the Tally Committee regarding ballots received and counted;
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part of the Military Intelligence Service. His internment was a private, family event earlier this week. A memorial service is being planned for next month. A more complete tribute to him will appear next week. Pat Myers also died last week. She was an active member of the political scene in Monrovia for many years. She served as a
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member of the school board in the 1970s and worked for both State Senators Dick Mountjoy and Bob Margett. She was always active in the lives of her children, regularly working with the local PTAs. Her services will be this Friday at 4 pm at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church on Foothill in Monrovia. Her full obituary will be published next Thursday.
Newcomers and Friends of San Gabriel Valley Invites Local Residents to November Events Arcadia and Pasadena, California. Are you interested in meeting new people, making new friends, exploring well-known landmarks, and enjoying new activities? Newcomers and Friends of San Gabriel Valley, a social club, invites local residents to attend their November meeting. On November 1, at 10:00 am, Newcomers and Friends of SGV’s “meet-and-greet” coffee will be held at the Fireside Room, Santa Anita Church, 226 West Colorado Blvd., in Arcadia. Free tickets are available from Eventbrite, https://www.eventbrite. com/e/sgv-womens-social-club-meetand-greet-coffee-and-meeting-tickets-39024615676 This general meeting is a great way
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6. Such other business as may properly come before the meeting; 7. Public Comment - limited to five (5) minutes per speaker; 8. Question & Answer period; 9. Adjournment. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2017, 7:00 PM HIGHLAND OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Multipurpose Room 10 Virginia Road, Arcadia, California 91006
to meet the members of Newcomers and Friends and learn about the club’s wide variety of daytime, weekday, fun activities. Anyone interested in joining is welcome to attend. Additional Newcomers and Friends’ mostly-daytime weekday activities include a Book Club, Bridge, Crafters, Games (Bunco, Rummikub, etc.), Hiking, Happy Hour, Day Trips, Lunch Bunch, Mah Jongg, Meditation, Movies, Golf, and Wine Tasting. To learn more about Newcomers and Friends of San Gabriel Valley, contact them via email at sgvnewcomers@gmail. com or visit them online at http://www. sgvnewcomers.com
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FRIDAY - October 20 Friday Movie Matinee: Casablanca (1942, NR) at the Pasadena Senior Center on Friday, October 20 from 1p.m. – 3p.m. (Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena, CA 91103) The Pasadena Senior Center is featuring the 1942 classic Casablanca, starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergam. The event is free, for more information call 626-795-4331. - PASADENA
SPIDERS AND MONSTERS AND GHOSTS, OH MY!
Theo Von Preforms at The Ice House Comedy Club on Friday, October 20 at 8 p.m. (The Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA 91106) The Ice House Comedy Club presents Theo Von, a talented comedian who has been a part of many hit shows like; TBS’s Deal With It, Yahoo’s popular daily recap show Primetime in No Time. He also has a comedy special on Netflix titled “No Offense”. Ticket’s cost $20.00 - $27.00; the doors open at 7 p.m. and must be 18 & over to attend. - PASADENA
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SATURDAY - October 21 Crescent Farm Workshop: Native Plants Selections at the L.A. County Arboretum on Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007) Crescent Farm presents an opportunity to learn about native plant selection, eco-systems, plant-care, common mistakes and how to avoid them. Feel free to listen, view, jot down handy tips and tour the garden! To RSVP, lease email mjiang@arcadiaca.gov or call the Public Works Services Department (626) 254-2700 and provide a name, address, email or phone number and the number of participants attending (limit 3 per household). Arcadia residents may enter the Arboretum FREE with prior RSVP. - ARCADIA Radio KSCR’s Day at the Races at Santa Anita Park on Saturday, October 21 from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. (285 West Huntington Drive Arcadia, CA 91007) Join Radio KSCR for a day of live races, food, and giveaways. Tickets include lunch, Club House admission, parking, racing program, and trackside seating (first come, first serve basis) Part of ticket sales go to supporting Radio KSCR. - ARCADIA
SUNDAY - October 22 2017 Pasadena Trail Half Marathon & 5K/10K at Hahamonga Watershed Park
Spiders and Monsters and Ghosts, Oh My! at Flights of Fantasy Story Theater on Thursday, October 26 from 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. (Hill Avenue Branch Library 55 South Hill Avenue Pasadena, CA 91106) Flights of Fantasy Story presents a Halloween extravaganza of folk tales, fables and rhymes. - PASADENA
on Sunday, October 22 from 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (101 Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91001) Pasadena Running Company presents the 2017 Pasadena Trail Half Marathon, the third in a series of running events. Explore Pasadena’s trail system with food and drinks provided. - PASADENA
Auditorium, new students arrive at 9:30 a.m. - ARCADIA
Santa Anita Pumpkin Patch & Family Fun Zone at Santa Anita Park on Sunday, October 22 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. (285 W. Huntington Drive Arcadia, CA 91007) Santa Anita Pumpkin Patch invites all families for a field full of activities. - ARCADIA
Teen Zone! At the Arcadia Public Library on Tuesday, October 24 from 3 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. (Arcadia Public Library 20 W. Duarte Rd. Arcadia, CA 91006) After school, teenagers can hang out at the Arcadia Public Library where they can study or create imaginative works in the Digital Lab. Mac computers are available during Teen Zone, and they are also equipped with sound and editing software. - ARCADIA
MONDAY - October 23 English Conversation Class at the Arcadia Public Library on Monday, October 23 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Arcadia Public Library, 20 W. Duarte Rd. Arcadia, CA 91006) This event is provided for adults who understand English but want to practice their pronunciation skills through conversations with others. Held in the Cay Mortenson
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WEDNESDAY - October 25 Art A La Carte at the San Rafael Branch Library on Wednesday, October 25 at 2 p.m. (San Rafael Branch Library 1240 Nithsdale Rd. Pasadena, CA 91105) The Pasadena Public Library is hosting at the San Rafael
Branch Library Art A La Carte with artist Lorrie Shriner who will instruct in watercolors, drawing and collage technique to students with varying skills levels. This event is free for more information call 626744-7270. - PASADENA
THURSDAY - October 26 Spiders and Monsters and Ghosts, Oh My! at Flights of Fantasy Story Theater on Thursday, October 26 from 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. (Hill Avenue Branch Library 55 South Hill Avenue Pasadena, CA 91106) Flights of Fantasy Story presents a Halloween extravaganza of folk tales, fables and rhymes. - PASADENA Arab Film Festival: Refugee Stories at Pasadena City College on Thursday, October 26 from 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (1570 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106) Join PCC for a special program right before the 2017 Arab Film Festival. This program spotlights five powerful documentaries consisting of discussions of refugee experiences. - PASADENA
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
California School of the Arts – San Gabriel Valley’s Acting Conservatory Partners With The Sierra Madre Playhouse
THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR OPENS THIS WEEKEND AT PARSON’S NOSE
School and theater band together for inaugural show, “The Yellow Boat” In partnership with the Sierra Madre Playhouse, students within the California School of the Arts – San Gabriel Valley (CSArtsSGV) Acting Conservatory open the school’s performance season with its inaugural play, “The Yellow Boat,” a story about family, creativity and community. Seeking to build strong community partnerships throughout the San Gabriel Valley region, CSArts-SGV has formed a relationship with the emerging theater, who shares similar values, and can provide an intimate venue suitable for the Acting Conservatory, while the school’s Performing Arts Center is in need of renovation. The common goal of both organizations is to forge a strong community arts alliance by creating educational opportunities and producing live theater performances. This unique partnership allows the two organizations to bring together generations of theater artists and patrons. “The Yellow Boat” was selected as the conservatory’s first play to illustrate the vision and values inherent in the culture of the CSArts-SGV Acting Conservatory, which offers comprehensive acting, voice and movement training to talented students with
aspirations of careers on stage or in film and television. “The Acting Conservatory is an ensemble growing together as artists and individuals,” says CSArts-SGV Chair of Theatre Jay Wallace. “We set out to develop young artists who are empathetic and empowered, goal-oriented, effective communicators who will impact society as innovative, passionate leaders.” Students have been rehearsing since the second week of the school year. Beginning Oct. 2, Acting and Production & Design Conservatory students transitioned into the Sierra Madre Playhouse theater space, where they rehearse after a rigorous day of academic and arts conservatory classes. More than 100 student actors auditioned, and 12 were cast, ranging from grades seven through 11. “The Yellow Boat” takes place Oct. 20-21 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 22 at 2 p.m., Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m., and Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Season ticket holders of the Sierra Madre Playhouse enjoy a special preview performance on Oct. 18, which includes a cast talk-back following the show. Tickets are $20 online and $22 at the door. To purchase, visit sgv.csarts.net/theyellowboat.
(Left to Right) Rees, Chalon, Calvert, Perri, Gordon, Harnagel, Rogosheske. - Courtesy photo
Parson’s Nose Theater (PNT), the acclaimed classical comedy theater company, will begin their 2017-18 season this weekend with the opening of Nikolai Gogol’s The Government Inspector. The play marks the first Full Production in the company’s new permanent home in Pasadena, The Parson’s Nose Abbey. Davis distilled Gogol’s comedy into an 80-minute adaptation to introduce this classic story from 1836 to the modern audience. “Consistent with our mission to both entertain and educate, we’re introducing people to a classic comedy they may not be familiar with.” The cast of The Government Inspector includes Paul Perri, James Calvert, Mary Chalon, Barry Gordon, Aiden Rees, John
Rafter Lee, John Harnagel, Jill Rogosheske, and Lance Davis who also wrote the adaptation. Parson’s Nose Theater presents Nikolai Gogol’s The Government Inspector, October 21 – November 12, 2017. Friday and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 3pm. Parson’s Nose Theater performs at their new home The Parson’s Nose Abbey located at 95 N. Marengo Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101 Parson’s Nose Theater presents The Government Inspector as part of their Full Production Series. Ticket prices are $30 for Adults, $20 for Seniors, $15 for Students. Reservations online at www.parsonsnose. com or by calling 626-403-7667. Preview Performances are Pay What You Will. Ages 12+.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Renowned Singer & Composer Paul Anka Headlines 28th Annual Crystal Ball in Pasadena The Methodist Hospital Foundation will host the 28th Annual Crystal Ball celebration featuring “An Evening with Legendary Singer and Songwriter Paul Anka” at the Pasadena Convention Center on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support Women’s Health Services at Methodist Hospital. With its popularity increasing each year, Crystal Ball has evolved into an annual fundraising gala and has become a popular social event of the year in the San Gabriel Valley. Throughout its history it has generated more than $7.5 million to support such programs as the Rehabilitation Unit, Cardiac, Stroke, Emergency Services, and the Next Generation of Care Campus Transformation at Methodist Hospital. This year’s festivities will honor Ron and Nan Okum for their commitment and dedication to Methodist Hospital and our community. With the experienced leadership of event co-chairs Christine Antonovich and Mickey Segal,
this promises to be a successful fundraiser and friend-raiser for Methodist Hospital. “Crystal Ball is such an elite event, so I was deeply honored that Mickey asked me to co-chair with him once again,” says Christine, who along with her husband, former L.A. County Supervisor Mike Antonovich, were the honorees at Crystal Ball in 2014. “The event is so very important to the success of the hospital and the community. Raising funds for women’s health care is such a significant cause that will help create a healthier, more vibrant community.” The dynamic duo of Mickey and Christine are co-chairing together for the second time. Overall, for Antonovich it’s her fourth time as co-chair, and for Segal, it’s his fifth time. Segal said he would co-chair the event once again as long as Antonovich agreed to be his partner alongside him. For additional information, contact Methodist Hospital Foundation at 626-898-8888 or email: crystalball@ methodisthospital.org.
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THE ‘OTHER’ PARADE’S QUEEN TO BE SELECTED SATURDAY NIGHT IN PASADENA 40th Doo Dah Queen will be Anointed Oc. 21 During Annual Ritual at American Legion Hall Terry MILLER tmiller@beaconmedianews.com
Each year the momentum of the Tournament of Roses has to give way to that ‘other parade’…the highly hilarious and preposterously delicious Doo Dah Parade which pokes fun at everyone and anything and hurts none. But before the actual parade, a new Doo Dah Queen must be selected to reign over the 40th Doo Dah Parade which be held in East Pasadena. On Saturday night, Oct. 21 at the American Legion Bar, 179 N. Vinedo St., in Pasadena, complete with a litany of dubious Judges , the fate of one lucky contestant will be decreed and she/he will be crowned Doo Dah Queen 40, for eternity. This annual rite of passage is an exceptional feast for the eyes and ears of Doo Dah aficionados and all those afflicted with PDD (Perennial Doo Da Disorder.) This is where the real test of time begins: On stage, Saturday night Oct. 21. The selection of a new Queen is somewhat akin to a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party with lots of beer , lots of great live music and some very serious comedy. If you don’t like to laugh, don’t bother going to the tryouts. Each Queen candidate allegedly has three minutes (give or take twenty depending on the Judges’ questions post performance) to strut their stuff to
Meg Cole, center, has been in every Doo Dah Parade going back to 1978 and was selected as last year’s Doo Dah Queen. – Photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News
impress and/or bribe the judges to ensure their rightful place in history. The evening is rarely without political controversy and undoubtedly this year will top ‘em all perhaps, taking into account the current administration’s dubious actions and presidential tweet storms. Queen hopefuls and judges will arrive around 4 p.m. Queen tryouts begin around 5.
$5 cover charge. Free to the first 20 Queen contestants. The 40th Occasional Pasadena Doo Dah Parade will be held starting at 11 a.m. Nov. 19 in East Pasadena. For more information on tryouts, how to enter the parade, and other parade info, go to www.pasadenadoodahparade. info or call 626-590-1134 for tryouts and entries, or 626-590-7596 for general information.
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MONSIEUR CRÊPE BRINGS FRENCH CAFE CULTURE TO L.A.
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Near the base of the “Village of the Foothills,” French bistro Monsieur Crêpe is bringing a little piece of Paris to the sidewalks of Sierra Madre. To chef Aurelien “Tony” Mosconi, the hamlet’s evolving food scene is about as close to European cafe culture as you can get in Los Angeles. “I wanted a place that would be between the regular casual restaurant and fine dining; between the bakery and the crêpe place; something everyone could afford with different food items where everyone could find something they like and be served with great customer service,” said Mosconi of his cafe. “I wanted to bring the authenticity, me being a Parisian, but still mix it with the California touch that I love so much.” Born and raised in Paris, France, Mosconi’s crêperie fills a void the neighborhood didn’t realize it had. The affordable menu serves both light and indulgent bites for breakfast, lunch or dinner (on the weekends) and excellent gourmet pours from its coffee menu. And although you could sit inside, the bistro tables that line the sidewalk are ideal for some Parisian people-watching over a delicious meal. “Almost every single thing here is made from scratch,” said Mosconi. “The caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, vinaigrettes, aioli, bread pudding, quiches, doughs,
caramelized onions, caramelized apples… the Monsieur Crêpe team puts in the hard work to make sure everything here is made fresh from quality products.” The sweet crêpes are undeniably the stars of the show. From the simple “La Sucre” with sugar, melted butter and homemade Chantilly cream to the blackout delicious “La Tropique” with tropical fruit and salted caramel, Monsieur Crêpe easily snags the best dessert in town. Marconi’s secret? Building on tradition. “I use a recipe from a chef friend of mine from the Grand Master Crêpe School of Brittany. This dough recipe is 400 years old!” said the chef, who uses naturally gluten-free buckwheat as well as whole wheat flours in his preparations. “We have great crêpes, but amazing salads and sandwiches, inspired from French cuisine and adapted to a Californian kitchen.” Celebrating its fourth anniversary this October, in many ways the bistro is still in its infancy as a neighborhood fixture. The chef and his talented team are slowly incorporating changes based on customer feedback, and look to open a second location early in 2018. To Mosconi, these indie restaurant concepts and supportive patrons are vital to local culture—they’re what makes each neighborhood in L.A. unique. “Sierra Madre is such an amazing city. It reminds me of the south of France,” he said, praising the community support for his neigh-
The sweet crêpes at Monsieur Crêpe, like the Banana Split or La Tropique, are not to be missed. - Photo by Emily G. Peters / Beacon Media News
borhood cafe. “The view of these mountains is incredible and the atmosphere is just so cozy. Feels good to work here—feels like home!” Monsieur Crêpe is located at 54 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. in downtown Sierra Madre and is open Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m.
to 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Contact the cafe for catering or questions at www.monsieurcrepe.com | 626.355.1508 | contact@monsieurcrepe.com and follow along on Facebook @monsieurcrepe91024.
Fifth Pasadena Business and Economic Summit Features Special Presentation The City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce invite leaders of business and industry in Pasadena to be part of
a discussion on our local economy, their industries and the future of business in Pasadena at the fifth Pasadena Business and
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Economic Summit on Tuesday, October 24, 2017, from 11:30am to 1:30pm at The University Club at 175 North Oakland Avenue in Pasadena. Free valet parking is included along with lunch and the informative program. Cost to attend the second Pasadena Business and Economic Summit
is $50 and includes the program, lunch and parking. A corporate table of eight, which includes signage and recognition on the program, costs $400. The City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce join forces to present the discussion of the economic health and the future of business in
Pasadena. The Pasadena Business and Economic Summit is generously underwritten by the City of Pasadena. Wells Fargo sponsors the 2017 Business and Economic Summit. Pasadena Mayor Terry Tornek will welcome guests. William (Bill) Allen Chief Executive Officer of the Los Angeles County Economic
Development Corporation will provide an economic overview and insights into trends and issues that may impact our economy. The Pasadena Business and Economic Summit will include an update on development activity in Pasadena by Economic Development SEE PAGE 11
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fornia Voter Participation Rights Act (CVPRA). Although deliberation on the two items lasted several hours, council ultimately refrained from taking any action and instead directed city staff to further study the items and return at a later time. The potential establishment of park was in response to the fact that many residents within the Playhouse District lack walkable access (within one-half mile) to any outdoor recreational space, according to city staff’s report. As the city continues to approve mixeduse development within the district, many of the incoming residents are looking for the city to justify rising prices by providing outdoor amenities and promoting walkability.
records, and voter registration information, and police shouldn’t access the same kind of comprehensive and sensitive information through a private company,” said ACLU SoCal Staff Attorney Mohammad Tajsar. “The city’s use of Spokeo for Law Enforcement raises serious risks of privacy and civil rights violations by the Pasadena Police Department, especially for the city’s over-policed communities of color.” ACLU SoCal’s letter lists a number of concerns about Spokeo’s service, including: • The use of Spokeo’s service may violate the California Constitution’s right to privacy by aggregating broad swaths of information for law enforcement use that individuals did not expect would be accessed by the police. • Spokeo’s history of storing inaccurate information and refusal to guarantee the veracity of its records creates a serious risk of danger and abuse if relied upon by the City of Pasadena. • Spokeo appears to perform some form of data analysis on the vast troves of records it keeps, a process which is secret and not subject to public scrutiny. • The city has not offered the public strong reasons for why Spokeo’s service would benefit the police department and public safety, or balanced those reasons against the serious privacy concerns.
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Former Vice President Joe Biden Kicks Off the Distinguished Speaker Series in Pasadena Joe Biden, the 47th Vice President of the United States is coming to Pasadena as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. He is appearing at the Ambassador Auditorium on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017 at 8:00p.m. Great seats to the evening are still available as part of a subscription package. “Vice President Joe Biden’s appearance could not have come at a more relevant time,” says Co-Founder Kathy Winterhalder. “Over the years we have made it a point to bring world renowned and soughtafter speakers to our stages. We have brought to Southern California some of the greatest leaders of our time including Margaret Thatcher, Bill Clinton, Mikhail Gorbachev, Tony Blair, FW DeKlerk and H.H. the Dalai Lama to name a few.” Biden served as 47th Vice President of the United States with President Obama from 2009 to 2017. Before that, he was a U.S. senator representing Delaware from 1973 until assuming the vice presidency. In his time as a senator, Biden served on the Judiciary Committee as chairman presiding over U.S. Supreme Court confirmations and on the Foreign Relations Committee working on issues like arms control. He made a bid for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1987 and again in 2007 before accepting Obama’s offer to run with him on the ticket as vice president. Under the Obama administration, Biden oversaw infrastructure spending to help offset the Great Recession as well as U.S. policy in Iraq
that ended with the exit of U.S. troops in 2011. He also took on issues such as gun violence, a fairer judicial system, and a smarter foreign policy. He fought for a stronger middle class, violence against women, and ending cancer as we know it. With his charm, candor, unabashed optimism and deep and abiding patriotism, Biden has garnered the respect and esteem of colleagues of both parties and the friendship of people around the world. Before leaving office, Obama presented Biden the country’s highest civilian honor: the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction. The Distinguished Speaker Series will be held at the Ambassador Auditorium, 131 S. Saint John Ave., Pasadena. Each program begins at 8:00pm. Biden is the first of six talks offered as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series of Pasadena. He will be followed by Bill Nye (November 29), Ted Koppel (Jan. 24), Julia Gillard the former Prime Minister of Australia (Feb. 21), Rick Steves (March 14), and conclude with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (May 9). His evening will conclude with a half-hour unfiltered and candid question and answer session. Individual tickets to Vice President Joe Biden are not available. He and the remaining series speakers are only available in a subscription package for $445.00, and can be purchased by calling (310) 546-6222 or by visiting our web site at www.speakersla.com. The Distinguished Speaker Series of Pasadena is sponsored by Union Bank, The Rusnak Autogroup and KNX 1070.
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criminal, was arrested in connection with a string of wallet and credit card thefts from office buildings throughout the San Gabriel Valley and Burbank. The suspect in the surveillance photos was dubbed the "Office Creeper" due to the stealthy manner in which he crept through office hallways, stole wallets from women's purses and later fraudulently used their credit cards, causing victims and retailers thousands of dollars in losses. Detectives from Arcadia, Burbank, Glendale, and Pasadena Police Departments put out "Wanted" flyers for Fierro, who at the time was unidentified. A break in the case came when Glendale PD Detective Kelly Kramer received an anonymous tip identifying Fierro, after the tipster saw Glendale's "Wanted Information" on the TV news. After Fierro was identified as a parolee, Pasadena PD Detective Victor Cass took the lead in organizing the multi-agency arrest and search teams. Cass and Kramer, along with Detectives from Pasadena PD and State Parole agents, arrested Fierro at the Parole Office in El Monte, CA. They followed up the arrest with a parole search at Fierro's residence, collecting crucial evidence related to their cases. On Friday, Oct. 13th, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office filed 14 felony counts against Fierro, including Identity Theft, Grand Theft, and Commercial Burglary. In addition, the charges were enhanced due to Fierro's nine prior violent felony convictions. Fierro is scheduled for arraignment on Friday. His bail was set at no bail.
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1) Composite sketch of hot prowl suspect, PPD case # 17013850 – Courtesy photo / Pasadena Police Department.
through an unlocked window. The residents were not injured during the incident. No additional information is being released at this time as the investigation is on-going. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to call Detective Chris Burchett at (626) 744-7088 or Pasadena Police at (626) 744-4241 or you may report information anonymously by calling "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to call Detective Chris Burchett at (626) 744-7088 or Pasadena Police at (626) 744-4241.
The public is invited to attend the initial kick-off meeting of the Civic Center Task Force beginning at 6 p.m., Thursday, October 26, 2017, in the City Hall Basement Training Room, 100 N. Garfield Ave., Room S018. Additional public meetings will be held during the following six months after the initial meeting. The dates and times of future meetings are expected to be determined by the Task Force at its Oct. 26 meeting. The Civic Center Task Force was established by the
City Council on July 17, 2017 to provide recommendations to the City Council regarding: - New construction or development and/or land-use standards of the YWCA and YMCA blocks that are consistent with the existing Central District Specific Plan; - Possible recommendations for the public rights-ofway within Centennial Plaza, Holly Street and Garfield Avenue; and - Potential landscape/ hardscape improvements for the Civic Center area. The Task Force’s recommendations will be forward-
ed to the City Council for consideration. Following any City Council action, the City may issue a new Request for Proposals for development projects that would rehabilitate and reuse the YWCA building, as well as any other supporting new construction consistent with the City Council’s direction. Information about the Task Force is at www.cityofpasadena.net/planning/ civic-center-task-force. Future meeting agendas and other information will be posted on this webpage when available.
Pasadena Education Network Hosts Poker Tournament The Pasadena Education Network (PEN) presents their 8th Annual “Don’t Gamble with Our Kids’ Education” Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament on Friday, Oct. 27 at the Scott Pavilion, Pasadena Senior Center, 85 East Holly Street, Pasadena. Doors open at 6 p.m. with play beginning at 6:30 p.m. The money raised goes to support the nonprofit organization’s programs and services that help parents explore, evaluate, and engage with our local public schools as well as representing a collective voice for parents in the Pasadena Unified School District. Beer, wine, soft drinks, snacks, and poker chips are included in the $50 ticket price. Re-buys are permitted during the first hour,
and blackjack is available after poker play. Prizes are awarded to the top 10 finishers; past prizes have include Lakers and Rams tickets, Disneyland tickets, restaurant certificates, electronics, retail gift cards, and more. Sponsors include Craftsman Brewery, Little Machine Shop, Risk Solutions & Investigations, Inc., and Jersey Mike’s Subs. Light dinner is available for purchase. Childcare is available at Kids Klub for a special discounted price. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit http://penfamilies.org/newsevents/poker-tournament or contact info@ penfamilies.org .
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Sequoyah High School Looks Towards Another Successful Year May s. ruiz MayChu@att.net
Marc Alongi, Director of Sequoyah High School in Pasadena, couldn’t be more excited to usher in the new school year. After completing a highly successful first year of
establishment, he is ready for the challenge of surpassing what they have achieved. Enthuses Alongi, “We had a really great year! Our students built a fun, curious, and inquisitive culture. They have also done a very good job of acknowledging and including each other. It’s a place where everybody
Starting the year off with an all-school camping trip at Pumice Flat campground in the Inyo National Forest – Courtesy Photo
is seen and welcomed.” Sequoyah HS joins an elite collection of secondary schools in Pasadena. It offers a rigorous curriculum as all the other high schools but what’s different is the pedagogy. Elucidates Alongi, “We take it to another level beyond lectures in class. We emphasize application of concepts; we want students to articulate and demonstrate what and why it matters. They demonstrate mastery of a subject through exhibitions, which we have twice a year – in January and June. They have to be able to coherently communicate this with an audience of their parents and their peers. They came up with excellent exhibits and they also completed an innovation program in their first year.” Integral to Sequoyah High School’s curriculum is the four-year Social Innovation Program (SIP) designed to develop students’ empathy and desire to be thoughtful, effective collaborators and change-makers. This past year ninth and tenth graders looked at the L.A. River which presented students with three big areas which they discussed in their group topics. The first big area was the water quality’s impact on the environment. Students did experiments on different metrics of water, PH level, and turbidity. They were able to use what they learned in chemistry class and they were able to relate this to what happened in Flint, Michigan. A second topic was biodiversity in the watershed. This team examined Devil’s Gate
Dam at the Hahamongna watershed near JPL which has filled up with sediment. They made a documentary film about it to engage people in the issue so they could be more involved in the decisions being made. They also created a board game using a two-scale model of the dam simulating the problems and how solutions have consequences. A third topic was housing. This group found out that there was a lot of development going on around the L.A. River. They decided to apply it to the local level and explored the dynamics between tenants and landlords in Pasadena. They produced an 18-page report outlining how to build better tenant-landlord relationships. According to RJ Sakai, Director of Social Innovation, this year students will be focusing on a diversity of Backyard Issues beginning in November. Sakai states, “Ninth and tenth graders will work in groups of ten with one faculty facilitator. In the upcoming weeks, faculty members will choose umbrella topics and, with the students, will narrow it down to a specific issue through their research and ideation. They haven’t yet decided on topics but I imagine they might include homelessness, incarceration, transportation, arts & culture, access to green space among other things.” Nigh its 60 years of founding, Sequoyah School stands by its dictum to impart active citizenship, advocacy for social justice, and SEE PAGE 15
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Pasadena Unified High Schools Partner With Exploring The Arts For Dance, Fine Arts, Acting, and Music Technology Classes Three Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) high schools have entered into a fouryear partnership with Exploring the Arts (ETA), the arts education nonprofit organization founded by legendary singer Tony Bennett and his wife Susan Benedetto. The high schools will partner with cultural institutions to bring dance, acting, studio art, symphony orchestra, and music production classes to their campuses. Blair School, John Muir High School, and Rose City High School will each receive $15,000 each year to implement arts plans developed by each campus’ arts leadership team. Programs began in the 2017-2018 school year. “This partnership signals our district’s and community’s commitment to sustainable, high quality arts programs for student artists and musicians,” said Superintendent Brian McDonald. “Pasadena is a creative and diverse community and this award helps deepen the arts programs on our high school campuses.” Through the partnership, Blair High School will diver-
sify its music offerings and boost the momentum of its growing program. The existing orchestra program will transform into a sequence of courses, culminating with a symphony orchestra course with support from Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra, which will provide sectional coaches. The school will also create a music technology course where students will learn music recording and production. In John Muir High School’s four-year plan, professional actors will coach teachers and students in integrating elements of theater and musical theater with choral instruction. In addition, the Young Musicians Project will support music technology, songwriting, and music production. As these programs grow, students will create and broadcast high quality content in the new 6,300 square-foot television production studio that recently opened on Muir’s campus. Rose City High School will develop studio art electives. The fine arts teacher will collaborate with ArtworxLA to write
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Legendary singer Tony Bennett founded the ETA with his wife. – Photo by Terry Miller/Beacon Media News
and teach the new course in a newly built-out studio art classroom. The Studio Intro course will incorporate student exhibitions at the Japanese American National Museum and Autry Museum of the American West this year. Rose City will also create a dance program in partnership with Lineage Dance, the Pasadena-based contemporary dance company. Students will study multiple forms of dance at Rose City in classes co-taught by the physical education teacher and dance teaching
artists. Advanced students will take courses at the Lineage professional dance studio while earning high school course credits. Teachers at the three high schools can also apply for teacher grants for art instruction and arts-integrated projects through ETA’s Arts Access Grants. As part of the partnership with ETA, the teachers and administrators join the ETA Partnership Network which offers regular ongoing opportunities – both in-person and online – to engage
in dialogue, peer mentoring, and idea and resource sharing with faculty from other ETA partner schools. The mission of Exploring the Arts (ETA) is to transform the lives of young people through arts education. Founded in 1999 by legendary American singer and painter Tony Bennett and his wife Susan Benedetto, a former public school teacher, ETA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving public high schools throughout New York City and Los Angeles. Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) is a Vanguard district of the Los Angeles County Arts Education Collective (Arts Ed Collective), and has developed long-term strategic plans to offer sequential, standards-based arts instruction for all students. PUSD proudly integrates more than 30 Pasadenaarea world-class arts institutions into learning both on campus and in public spaces to support K-12 arts education in visual art, music, theater, and dance. This partnership is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Annenberg Foundation.
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environmental stewardship to its youngest students. Today, with the establishment of Sequoyah High School, it carries on that promise to prepare a mindful, young generation to navigate ambiguity, embrace change, and positively impact global society. It has shown that
resolve clearly during the high school’s very first year. With Alongi leading the way, Sequoyah High School will undoubtedly graduate students who magnificently epitomize the legacy that sets the school apart from all others.
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One of the first questions that crossed my mind as I began my journey as a personal trainer was: what does it mean to be fit? I think we’re often misled by mainstream media to think that fitness means to look like a swimsuit model year-round or be able to flaunt a chiseled set of washboard abs. Although it’s true that looking fit is a common goal in the community, fitness is more about crafting a program that will help you achieve your desires. Step 1 - Find out why. Why do you want to get in shape? Personally, my goal is to improve my sports
performance and my physical health. That allows me to then better focus on other aspects of my life, such as running my business and helping others achieve their fitness goals too. Having a strong why not only gives you perfect guidelines to craft your fitness and nutrition routine, but also gives you the motivation to stay rooted to your cause when times get tough. When I know that my goal is to drop body fat and improve muscle definition, it’s much easier to remember why I shouldn’t grab that box of chocolate chip cookies when I’m shopping. Step 2 - Adjust your environment. The hardest part of maintaining a diet or an exercise program is changing the
environment that you’re used to. If your refrigerator is topped off with dozen bottles of beer, it’s pretty hard to resist cracking a few open after work. It’s been documented repeatedly that your environment plays a significant role in your physical behaviors. Unfortunately, that does mean you’ll have to toss out all that junk food and drinks that aren’t helping you reach your goal. I see many people struggle with lifestyle changes, because their homes are filled with chips, sweets, and sodas. We all will develop a tendency to snack between meals, but by adjusting what you keep around you, you won’t have to choose between an apple and a candy bar whenever you’re hungry. Step 3 - Focus on sustainability. The reason why diets always fail is
because the program is not sustainable to the participant. Whether the diet always makes you feel hungry or restricts you from your favorite foods, truth is, most diets aren’t meant to be long-term solutions. The nice thing about that is it’s possible to see amazing results in a short period of time. Unfortunately, after the results show, most people revert to their old habits and see the results fade away. In order to find a program that will suit you well, don’t settle on the first thing that catches your eye. I always recommend people to start off by transitioning just one meal first, and if it works for them, then continue to swap out your additional meals for something that your plan recommends.
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up earlier allow you to catch the first rays of light peeking out from the horizon, but it also helps you achieve a sense of accomplishment. Take that extra time to quiet your thoughts and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the morning so you can seize the day with a little more pep in your step. Mental Alertness. Believe it or not, our bodies actually maintain a very sensitive internal clock. When you disrupt your sleeping patterns, your mental sharpness is dulled and your body won’t be able to perform to its maximum potential. Waking up early is a discipline-building habit that requires you to go to sleep earlier, thereby ensuring that your body will be fast asleep during those crucial recovery hours between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m. and will be ready to tackle
the next day. Healthier Diet. Is “eating healthy” one of the ambitions you tack onto the New Year’s resolutions but you never get around to accomplishing? Waking up earlier can help you cross that goal off the list. Waking up in the nick of time every morning means that you don’t have time to prepare yourself a good, hearty breakfast. Various studies have demonstrated that eating breakfast is one of the most important parts of your day — after all, who doesn’t want lower rates of heart disease, blood pressure, and cholesterol? Increased Productivity. In a world of text message pings and email alerts, it can feel almost impossible to stay focused for long periods of time. The SEE PAGE 17
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ismo Beach is beautiful in every season and fall is no exception. During this time of year the weather is still perfect, the beaches are less crowded, awardwinning wine is flowing, and a host of festivals and activities are welcoming guests to seaside paradise along California's Central Coast. One of the most exciting fall attractions in Pismo Beach is the arrival of majestic butterflies. Each year thousands of vibrant orange and black Monarch Butterflies flock to the town, seeking shelter from freezing northern winters. From late October to February, the little creatures cluster in the limbs of a grove of Eucalyptus trees at Pismo State Beach. The grove is easily accessible and is located on State Highway 1 at the south boundary of the city limits. The Pismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove is one of only five sites in the state that has counts of over 10,000. Spectators come from across California to view the Monarchs. Visitors are greeted by knowledgeable and well-informed volunteer docents offering daily talks and information. The butterflies form dense clusters with each one hanging with its wings down over the one below it to form a shingle effect. This provides shelter from the rain and warmth for the group. The weight of the cluster help keeps it from
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Fall Beauty, Beaches and Butterflies in Pismo Beach whipping in the wind and dislodging the butterflies. The Pismo Beach colony is one of the largest in the nation, hosting an average of 25,000 butterflies over the last five years. The Monarchs that visit Pismo Beach are a special variety. They have a life span of six months as opposed to that of common Monarchs who live only six weeks. This can be attributed to a unique fat storing system. However, even with an extended life span, those butterflies that leave in March will never return. For more information, visit: www.monarchbutterfly.org Another exciting fall event is the Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival, the town's oldest and largest festival. Now in its 71st year, the extravaganza runs October 20 - 22 and includes regional food stands, food trucks, wine tasting, a beer garden, live music and entertainment, a Kids’ Zone, a Wine Walk, Chowder Contest, Clam Dig, Surf Contest, Clam Bake, and much more. Admission to the threeday Clam Festival is free, unless you want to participate in premium scheduled activities. Attendance to the event is usually around 15,000 people and tickets can sell-out, so those interested should act quickly. For more information, visit: www.pismoclamfestival. com/ For more outdoor adventure, Pismo Beach visitors can also enjoy miles of pristine coastline, with opportunities to kayak or stand up paddleboard along rugged coastline and
oceanic caves, accompanied by migrating marine life such as dolphins, whales, sea otters and numerous bird species including warblers and snowy plovers. And for wine lovers, Pismo Beach offers the perfect pairing of wine and waves, with beautiful beaches and a taste of California wine country at numerous downtown tasting rooms and restaurants. Visitors can learn about local wine culture and discover new grape varieties produced in the historic winemaking regions of Edna valley, Arroyo Grande and Avila Valley - all of which are located just 30 minutes outside of downtown Pismo Beach. During my last visit to the town I stayed at the modern Hilton Garden Inn Pismo Beach, which is located one mile from the Pacific Ocean and Downtown. Here a friend and I enjoyed a spacious third floor suite with complimentary WiFi, a 37-inch HDTV, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, office desk, and incredible views of the water and the sunset. The hotel also offers a signature restaurant and lounge, a heated outdoor pool, fully-equipped fitness room, a 24-hour business center, and 1,600 sq-ft of meeting space. The Hilton Garden Inn Pismo Beach is located at 601 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449. For more information, call 805-7736020, or visit: www.hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. For more information on visiting Pismo Beach, go to: www.Classiccalifornia.com
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urge to check your notifications every few minutes is just too great, and besides, what if someone contacts you about an urgent matter? In the early hours of the morning, all those problems go away. At 5 or 6 a.m., no one will be lighting up your phone with alerts and no one can possibly expect you to respond to them immediately. Utilize those precious distraction-free hours to make the most out of your time and get your work done before everyone else’s day even starts! Waking up
early is no easy task, but it can be accomplished if tackled strategically. Place your alarm (or phone) close enough to be intolerable when it rings but far enough that you must walk to turn it off. When you do get up, jumping out of bed rather than crawling can help waken your groggy senses. As soon as you get up, make sure to down a glass of water to get your systems up and running and start your day off fresh. This may seem like a lot to accomplish at one time so go ahead and try setting back your alarm 15 minutes at a time to
eventually wake up two to three hours earlier than you used to. Waking up earlier in the morning has countless benefits, some of which are yet to be discovered. Although your mind may groan at the thought of rising at the crack of dawn, your body will most definitely thank you for your discipline and determination. As the saying goes, “Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.” Although Benjamin Franklin popularized this saying in 1732, its merits most certainly still hold true today
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Career Column: Will My Job be Replaced by a Robot? Angela COPELAND, angela@copelandcoaching.com
In the age of computers, the way we do business is changing at a record pace. Some change is good. But, inevitably, some is also quite painful. One concern many professionals have is whether or not their job may be replaced by a robot. Although it may seem impossible, there is a reasonable chance your job may be impacted over the course of your career. A study released from the University of Oxford found that approximately 47% of all U.S. jobs are at risk of automation over the coming decades. So, which jobs are safe and what can we do to minimize any negative impact? Let's start with the jobs least likely to be impacted. They fall into three categories. Creative jobs such as artists, engineers, and business strategists are least likely to be automated. These roles all require new, unique, creative thoughts each day. Jobs that require a high level of human touch are also less likely to be impacted. They include social workers, nurses, and clergy members. These roles all require an extensive
amount of human interaction to be successful. Highly unpredictable jobs are also less likely to be impacted. Included are roles such as emergency plumber. They occur at random times and require unique solutions. So, which jobs will be impacted? Anything that is routine and has the ability to be replaced by a computer is at risk. For example, a tax accountant may potentially be replaced by a computer program. The same holds true for many logistics, transportation, and manufacturing jobs. Factory positions once held by people are being replaced by robots. Since 2013, Amazon has increased their use of robots almost seven fold. They've gone from an average of 461 robots per facility in 2013 to an average to over 3,200 per facility in 2017. The area that's the most surprising is sales. Sales has been a potentially lucrative job, tied to revenue and company goals for growth. But, predictions show that sales roles may be hit the hardest. In fact, it’s estimated that retail sales jobs may go away completely. If you work in one of
these areas, the prospect of a computer replacing your job can be scary. But, there are a few things you can do to prepare and to minimize the negative impact. First, don't assume you’ll work for one company forever. Working for more than one company diversifies your risk, and increases your professional network. Second, work to develop more than one skill you could be paid for. This reduces the chances that you may end up with no options if your current job is outsourced to a robot. Third, never stop learning. Gone are the days when you could learn one trade and stick with it. Change is constant, and to stay employed, you must also stay on top of trends. Although the thought of robots replacing our jobs is a scary one, preparing will ensure you’ll be ready to grow and change along with the evolving job market. Angela Copeland is a Career Coach and Founder of Copeland Coaching and can be reached at CopelandCoaching.com or on Twitter at @ CopelandCoach.
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how hard she tried, there was no way the boys would let her be a part of their august fraternity. How happy Lulu would be today about the Boy Scouts of America's decision -- they've come a long way! - David Quintero Monrovia
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Philip Schuyler Bailey
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hilip Schuyler Bailey died May 11, 2017 in Morro Bay, CA at the age of 100 years. He was born November 14, 1916 in Harlingen, TX to Agard Hyde Bailey and Margaret Emelyn (Woodruff) Bailey. Because Philip’s father was a career army officer, the family lived in many regions of the U.S., and Philip developed a lifelong love of nature and the outdoors wherever he was through fishing, hunting, and camping. The family settled in Pasadena, CA and Philip graduated from high school there. He received a B.S. degree in Business Administration from the University of Wyoming at Laramie, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity and played tennis and golf. Philip married Shirley V. Smith of Cheyenne, WY, and they moved to Pasadena, CA where he worked at Security First National Bank. During WWII he began his 35-year
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career with Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. at the Los Angeles plant and retired as Personnel Manager. Philip and Shirley raised their three children in the Pasadena – Montebello – Arcadia area. After Shirley’s death he married Kathryn Lesh of Pasadena, and after Kathryn’s death, Philip moved to Morro Bay, CA, where he enjoyed golfing, fishing and painting. Survivors include a
daughter, Marilyn Margaret Tuttle (Ronald) of Loveland, CO; sons Philip Schuyler Bailey, Jr. (Susie) of Berkeley, CA, and Thomas Hyde Bailey (Sue) of San Jose, CA; stepson David K. Lesh, III (Cheryl) of Sacramento, CA; Grandchildren David M. Tuttle (Brenda) of Fort Collins, CO, Leslie K. McGlynn (Joel) of Englewood, CO, Linda A. Jares of Highlands Ranch, CO, Peter S. Bailey of Berkeley, CA, John K. Bailey of Berkeley, CA, Anne E. Bailey of San Jose, CA, John T. Bailey of Hayward, CA, and Laura S. Spillman of Morgan Hill, CA, and ten great-grandchildren. Philip was predeceased by his parents, wives Shirley and Kathryn, three brothers (Agard, Jr., Richard and Bradish) and stepdaughter Linda Lesh. At his request no services were held, and inurnment of cremains was at Live Oak Memorial Park, Monrovia, CA.
Florence V. Futter, 86, of Fort Smith, died October 10, 2017 in Fort Smith. She was born February 20, 1931 in Glendale, CA to Claud Earl and Tressa Gilmore Beaty. She was a loving wife and mother. She is survived by one daughter Marcella HardyPaterson of Redlands, CA; four sons, Michael R. Futter of Rancho Cucamonga, CA; Timothy P. Futter of Oak Hills, CA; Steven T. Futter of Fort Smith; and Reverend Mark A. Futter, Sr. of Tuta, Colombia; one sister, Francis Harrison of Riverside, CA; ten grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Graveside service will be Monday, October 23, 2017 at 12:00 Noon in the U.S. National Cemetery in Fort Smith. Services and cremation are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. To sign an online guestbook visit www.edwardsfuneralhome.com
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California Sen. John Moorlach On Gov. Jerry Brown Signing Senate Bill 54 Secession seems to be in the air. On Sunday, 90 percent of Catalonia voters chose to secede from Spain. Last June, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra authorized signature gathering to put a California Secession initiative on the Nov. 2018 ballot. So it’s not surprising that today Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law Senate Bill 54, which effectively declares California has seceded from the United States on major parts of immigration-law enforcement. In a statement, the governor explained his signature, “This bill states that local authorities will not ask about immigration status during routine interactions. It also bans unconstitutional detainer requests and prohibits the commandeering of local officials to do the work of immigration agents,” meaning federal officers of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. He did claim the bill “does not prevent or prohibit” ICE or “the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security from doing their own work in any way. They are free to use their own considerable resources to enforce federal immigration law in California.” Yet Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens said, “This law is inconsistent with widely accepted best practices of open communication amongst all levels of law enforcement.” Although she noted, “not all cooperation is restricted.” I warned about this on the Senate floor back in April, based on my eight years as an Orange County Supervisor, I noted, “I come out of Countyland, and we have assistance agreements. Our police departments in Orange County – we have 34 cities – they have mutual aid agreements. They work together. They respect their city borders, but they work together to apprehend the bad guys. So to unilaterally discontinue such a longstanding reciprocal understanding with the federal government is disturbing.
It’s disturbing to our constituents. So no wonder the California State Sheriffs Association is opposed. “Why do we want to engage the federal government in yet another funding battle? California has a very precarious budget. It has major unfunded liabilities. It has major retiree medical expenses. It has severe infrastructure concerns. We just don’t need to jeopardize a funding source from the federal government for a state that is really having some fiscal concerns and is going to be asking our residents to step up to the bar for another tax increase.” It’s also worth remembering that Article 3, Section 1 of the California Constitution stipulates, “The State of California is an inseparable part of the United States of America, and the United States Constitution is the supreme law of the land.” SB 54 is another example of showmanship by the majority party. Let’s hope they learn the art of leadership soon.
City Attorney Feuer Continues Crackdown Against Unlocked Guns in Homes San Fernando Valley Man Charged with Leaving a Loaded Shotgun in Closet Easily Accessible to 10-Year-Old
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Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer today announced that his Gun Violence Prevention Unit has filed one criminal count against a San Fernando Valley father for allegedly keeping a loaded unsecured shotgun in his closet, easily accessible to a ten- year-old child. “Just a few days ago, a toddler shot two 3-year-olds outside Detroit. A big reason is unlocked guns falling into the wrong hands,” said Feuer. “Locking up guns saves lives. It also prevents crime: Lost or stolen guns are the major source of crime guns in Los Angeles. We have to hold adults accountable for safely storing their firearms.” Angelo Rocca, 43, was charged with one count of not properly storing a gun. The maximum penalty on the charge is six months in jail and a $1,000 fine. Arraignment is scheduled for October
24, 2017 in Department 48. In July, 2017, a ten-yearold child in the home allegedly showed a friend the shotgun located in a closet. The friend later made a report to school officials after allegedly overhearing remarks about his friend using the gun. School police went to the defendant’s home in Sunland and recovered a loaded, unsecured and fully accessible 12-gauge shotgun in the closet. The case is being prosecuted by Deputy City Attorney Margie Barron who was recently assigned to prosecute gun cases arising out of the new Crime Gun Intelligence Center in LAPD’s 77th Division. In her new position, Deputy City Attorney Barron will also be responsible for identifying gun violence hot-spots throughout the City and vertically prosecuting high-risk firearm cases
in those areas. Working with law enforcement partners, Barron will also be responsible for gun trafficking-related crimes, including attempted illegal purchases by prohibited persons and unlawful transfers. Within the past month, Deputy City Attorney Barron has successfully secured the conviction in four firearm cases involving loaded guns being transported in vehicles. She also has 17 pending gun cases currently assigned to her. Unlocked weapons in homes pose a serious public safety threat, not only to the occupants, but also running the risk of being stolen by criminals. Since January 2016, LAPD reports that there have been 852 criminal incidents involving one or multiple stolen guns, including 141 incidents of burglary committed since January.
California Survivors of Las Vegas Mass Shooting Can Apply To State for Help
Residents Eligible for Mental Health Treatment, Medical Expenses, Funeral and Burial and More The California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB) is encouraging residents impacted by the mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival on Sunday, October 1 in Las Vegas to contact them at 1-800-777- 9229 for assistance, guidance and aid. Help is available for survivors of those who were killed, anyone who was injured and those in attendance at the concert, as well
as their immediate family members. CalVCB can help pay for funeral expenses, medical bills, mental health treatment, lost wages and more. Applications are available on CalVCB’s website at www.victims.ca.gov. CalVCB can also help victims and their families apply to both the California Victim Compensation Program and the Nevada Victim Compensa-
tion Program, in order to maximize the benefits available in each state. Survivors and family members are encouraged to apply now, regardless of whether or not expenses have been incurred. For those who would like assistance in applying, or want to know more about resources available, contact your local victim advocate at https://victims.ca.gov/ victims/localhelp.aspx.
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legals Starting a new business? Go to filedba.com Arcadia City Notices NOTICE INVITING PROPOSALS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Arcadia is accepting proposals to design, furnish, print, embroider and deliver clothing and trophies for the Recreation and Community Services Department Programs. Proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Proposal for Clothing and Trophies” and shall be sent to the City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, 240 W. Huntington Drive, P.O. Box 60021, Arcadia, California, 91007. Proposals are due no later than 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at which time said proposals shall be publicly opened and the names of the proposers shall be read. Copies of the proposal may be obtained from the City of Arcadia, Purchasing Office, 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California, 91007. Said specifications and proposal forms are hereby referred to and incorporated herein and made a part by reference and all proposals must comply therewith. The City of Arcadia reserves the right to accept in whole or part or reject any and all proposals and to waive any informalities in the proposal process, and all proposals are binding for a period of ninety (90) days after the proposal opening and may be retained by the City for examination and comparison, as specified in the proposal documents. The award of this contract shall be made by the Arcadia City Council. CITY OF ARCADIA PURCHASING OFFICE Dated:
October 19, 2017
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ORDINANCE NO. 2350 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA ADDING SECTION 1704 TO CHAPTER 7 OF ARTICLE I OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING BY-DISTRICT ELECTIONS, DEFINING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES, AND SCHEDULING ELECTIONS WITHIN THE DISTRICTS WHEREAS, the City of Arcadia currently elects five Councilmembers using an at-large election system; and WHEREAS, in response to threatened litigation regarding alleged non-compliance with the California Voting Rights Act (“CVRA”), the City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of the City to shift from its current at large election system to a by-district election system; and WHEREAS, on July 21, 2017, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 7179, a resolution declaring the City’s intention to transition from at-large to district-based elections pursuant to Elections Code Section 10010; and WHEREAS, California Government Code section 34886 permits the City Council to change the City’s method of election by ordinance, with certain formalities, to a “by-district” system in which each Councilmember is elected only by the voters in the district in which the candidate resides; and WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code section 34886, it is declared that the purpose of the change in the method of electing members of the City Council of the City of Arcadia made by this Ordinance is to implement the guarantees of Section 7 of Article I and of Section 2 of Article II of the California Constitution, as set forth in Sections 14025 through 14032 of the California Elections Code; and WHEREAS, the City engaged an expert demographic firm to assist the City with the process of analyzing the City’s population, developing draft maps, and gathering input from residents on the possible maps; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Elections Code section 10010, the City Council held two public hearings to obtain input on any proposed district boundaries on August 1 and August 9, 2017; and WHEREAS, on August 30, 2017, the City made six maps prepared by its demographer and twelve maps submitted by members of the public available on its website for public review; and WHEREAS, on September 7 and September 19, 2017, the City Council held two further public hearings at which the public was invited to provide input regarding the content of the draft maps and the sequence of elections; and WHEREAS, at its September 19, 2017 meeting, the City Council provided direction to staff to bring back this Ordinance for the consideration of the City Council; and WHEREAS, on October 3, 2017, the City Council introduced, read by title, and waived further reading of this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this Ordinance is to enact, pursuant to California Government Code section 34886, an ordinance providing for the election of the Members of the City Council of the City of Arcadia by-district in five single-member districts as reflected in Exhibit “A” to this Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Section 1704 is hereby added to Chapter 7 of Article I of the Arcadia Municipal Code to read as follows: “1704. – BY-DISTRICT ELECTIONS. (A) By-District Elections. Pursuant to California Government Code section 34886, Members of the City Council of the City of Arcadia shall be elected by-district in five (5) singlemember districts. 1. Members of the City Council shall be elected in the electoral districts established by subdivision (B) of this Section and subsequently reapportioned as provided by State law. Elections shall take place “by-district” as that term is defined in California Government Code section 34871, meaning one Councilmember shall be elected from each district, by the voters of that district alone. 2. A Councilmember elected or appointed to represent a district must reside in that district and be a registered voter in that district, and any candidate for City Council must reside in, and be a registered voter in, the district in which he or she seeks election at the time nomination papers are issued. 3. Termination of residency in a district by a Councilmember shall create a vacancy for that City Council district unless a substitute residence within the district is immediately declared and established within thirty (30) days after the termination of residency. 4. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Section, the Councilmembers in office at the time this Section takes effect shall continue in office until the expiration of the term to which he or she was elected. In the event a vacancy occurs before the expiration of the term of a Councilmember in office at the time this Section takes effect, a person who is appointed or elected by special election to fill such vacancy may reside anywhere within the corporate boundaries of the City. A person appointed or elected to fill such a vacancy shall hold the office in accordance with Section 403 of the City Charter. (B) City Council Districts and District Elections. All five Councilmembers shall be elected on a “by-district” basis from the Council districts shown and numbered on the map titled ‘City of Arcadia District Map’ attached as Exhibit A, a copy of which shall be on file in the City Clerk’s office. In 2018, and every four years thereafter, the following three City Council districts shall be elected by-district: District 2; District 3; and District 5. In 2020, and every four years thereafter, the following two City Council districts shall be elected by-district: District 1 and District 4. (C) Amendment of District Boundaries. Pursuant to Elections Code section 21601, as it may be amended from time to time, the City Council shall adjust the boundaries of any or all of the districts following each decennial federal census to ensure that the districts are in compliance with all applicable provisions of law.” SECTION 2. If necessary to facilitate the implementation of this Ordinance, the City Clerk is authorized to make technical adjustments to the district boundaries that do not substantively affect the populations in the districts, the eligibility of candidates, or the residence of elected officials within any district. The City Clerk shall consult with the City Manager and City Attorney concerning any technical adjustments deemed necessary and shall advise the City Council of any such adjustments required in the implementation of the districts. SECTION 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council of the City of Arcadia hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrases be declared unconstitutional. SECTION 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective upon the thirty-first (31st) day following its adoption by a majority vote of the City Council. SECTION 5. Publication. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause a copy of same to be published in the official newspaper of said City within fifteen (15) days after its adoption. This Ordinance shall take effect on the thirty-first (31st) day after its adoption. Passed, approved, and adopted this 17th day of October, 2017. /S/ Peter Amundson Mayor of the City of Arcadia ATTEST: /S/ Gene Glasco City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /S/ Stephen P. Deitsch Stephen P. Deitsch City Attorney STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS: CITY OF ARCADIA ) I, GENE GLASCO, City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, hereby
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certifies that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2350 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Arcadia, signed by the Mayor and attested to by the City Clerk at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 17th day of October, 2017 and that said Ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
Chandler, Tay, and Amundson Beck, and Verlato None None /S/ Gene Glasco City Clerk of the City of Arcadia EXHIBIT “A” City of Arcadia District Map
Publish October 19, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY
Public Notices NOTICE OF HEARING TO CONDUCT ANNUAL DANCE / SC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT APPLICATION HAS BEEN MADE TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION TO CONDUCT ADDRESS OF PREMISES: 1968 LAKE AVE #105., ALTADENA, CA 91001 NAME OF APPLICANT: LA UN-BOUND LLC / DBA UNBOUND DANCE STUDIO / ELIZABETH U. COLOMBO DATE OF HEARING: 10/25/2017 TIME OF HEARING: 09:00 A.M. ``ANY PERSON HAVING OBJEC-TIONS TO THE GRANTING OF THE LICENSE MAY, AT ANY TIME PRIOR TO THE DATE ABOVE NAMED, FILE WITH THE BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION HIS OBJECTIONS IN WRITING GIVING HIS REASONS THEREFOR, AND HE MAY APPEAR AT THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE HEARING AND BE HEARD RELATIVE THERETO`` OFFICE OF THE COMMISSION: BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION 500 W. TEMPLE STREET, RM 374 LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 CN942505 Oct 5,12,19, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Monday October 30, 2017 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located At: StorAmerica – Duarte 2250 Central Ave Duarte CA 91010 1:30 pm Martin, Kelly aka Event Guard Services Inc. Akau, Dorothy Bise, Gwendolyn Ornelas, Briana E. Morehead, Nayashi All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 12th, of October and 19th, of October 2017 by StorAmerica, 2250 Central Ave Duarte, Ca. 91010 office (626) 930-0036 Fax (626) 930-1396 10/12, 10/19/17 CNS-3059224# ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self Service
Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Monday October 30, 2017 Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located at: StorAmerica – Arcadia 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, CA 91006 Lewis, Sheena J. Lewis, Sheena J. 3:00 pm Perez, Linda Marroquin, Laura Poor, Laurence M. Adkins, Greg Moench, Larry S. Sharp, Preston A. Lai, Ann C. Nolasco, Kayla A. Morris, Tonya Hernandez, Viviana C. Carreon, Moises Berfield, Barry M. Campbell, Antonio T. Cornejo, Amanda Yoder, Sara M. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 12th, of October and 19th, of October 2017 by StorAmerica – Arcadia, 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, CA. 91006 (626) 303-3000 Fax (626) 303-6470 10/12, 10/19/17 CNS-3059263# ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF POLLING PLACES AND DESIGNATION OF TALLY CENTER LOCATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's office located at 12400 Imperial Highway, Norwalk, California 90650 has designated polling places and will be the central tally location for the LOCAL AND MUNICIPAL CONSOLIDATED ELECTIONS scheduled to be held on NOVEMBER 7, 2017. The Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's facility and polling places shall be open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 7, 2017. Persons requiring multilingual assistance in Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Spanish, Tagalog/Filipino, Thai or Vietnamese regarding information in the notice may call (800) 481-8683. POLLING PLACES 1940013A RIO HONDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11425 WILDFLOWER RD ARCADIA 91006 DEAN C. LOGAN Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk County of Los Angeles 10/19/17 CNS-3059960# ARCADIA WEEKLY
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sports
Monrovia Football Crushes La Canada
Matthews Football Family has Roots in Arcadia Spencer Stueve, sports@beaconmedianews.com
Monrovia football crushes La Canada 61-7. Courtesy photo / Twitter @MHSWildcatFtbl
Spencer Stueve, sports@beaconmedianews.com
Despite a porous record, the Monrovia Wildcats are playing good football. After starting the season 0-5 in non-league play, Coach Jerry Chou and his Varsity boys are off to a perfect start in league play. In the Rio Hondo league opener, the Wildcats crushed South Pasadena on October 6, and picked up right where they left off last week. In week 2
of league play, the Wildcats dismantled La Canada to move to 2-0. For the La Canada Spartans, nothing has gone right in 2017, and last week was no exception. Despite the Homecoming matchup against Monrovia being one of the games they felt they had a chance to break through, the game ended in another loss for the Spartans, dropping their record to 0-7 on the season. Monrovia scored on the opening kickoff and
never looked back. Michael Washington’s 88 yard return was just a foretaste of the touchdown barrage that ensued. At halftime, the Wildcats led 48-0. Nicco Ferro scored four touchdowns in the 1st half. Though the Spartans would finally get on the board with a touchdown of their own in the 4th quarter, Jordan Elby of Monrovia returned the ensuing kickoff for a touchdown. The Wildcats won by a final score of 61-7.
Muir Football Too Much for Glendale
Spencer Stueve, sports@beaconmedianews.com
John Muir High School had no problem evening up their league record when they took on Glendale High School last week. In the 1st quarter, fans witnessed not much of a football game, but more of a track meet. For those who were late to the game, or were stuck in long concession lines and
couldn’t see, they missed an early fireworks show. Artonis Harrison returned a punt for a touchdown. Jalique Stephens nearly returned the next punt to the endzone, reaching the four yard line before Jonathan Stephens punched it in to the endzone. Stephens then scored two more times, and the barrage was just getting started. At the end of the action packed 1st quarter,
the Mustangs were up 42-0. For the entirety of the rest of the game, a running clock was used, and though the Mustangs were slowed by the winding clock, as well as using backups throughout much of the rest of the game, they tacked on two more touchdowns and won by a final score of 55-0. The Muir Mustangs will take on 3-3 Burroughs High School this week on the road.
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One of America’s first, and greatest, football families has roots in Arcadia, California. Howard Lynn Matthews was a college athletic coach, and he would help teach a number of sports to his children, who would raise boys of their own, all reaching the top of the professional football world. Howard was born in 1889 in Jefferson, Ohio and would coach boxing, baseball, and track and field at Citadel University. Howard’s son, Clay Matthews Sr., would be the first to reach the National Football League, playing four years for the San Francisco 49ers in the 1950’s. Clay had two sons who carried on the football tradition in the Matthews family. Clay Jr. and Bruce would both reach heights their father and grandfather only dreamed of. After spending most of their youth in Chicago, the Matthews family moved to Arcadia in 1977. Clay Jr. was already off to college and entering his senior season at USC. Bruce would spend three years playing for the Arcadia Apaches before following in his brothers footsteps and joining the Trojans. For Clay Jr. and Bruce, the accolades would follow them wherever they went. Clay spent 19 seasons in the NFL, making four Pro Bowls, and being named All-Pro three different times. His brother Bruce, the former Apache, was even better. After being named an All-American his senior season at USC, Bruce went on to a brilliant NFL career. He, too, played 19 seasons, making 14 Pro Bowls, and being named All-Pro 10 different times. His number 74 is permanently retired by the Tennessee Titans, and he is considered one of the greatest offensive lineman in NFL history. The story of the Matthews family does not end with Clay or Bruce, however. Clay’s two sons, Clay III and Casey Matthews,
The story of the Matthews family does not end with Clay or Bruce, however.
Clay’s two sons, Clay III
(pictured) and Casey Matthews, each have made the NFL, with Clay III still chugging along in year number nine for the Green Bay Packers - Courtesy photo / Mike Morbeck (CC by 2.0)
each have made the NFL, with Clay III still chugging along in year number nine for the Green Bay Packers. Bruce’s sons, Kevin, Jake, and Mike, each made the NFL, as well, with Jake still playing for the Atlanta Falcons. Though the Matthews
family no longer resides in Arcadia, and the days of Bruce in his high school uniform are long gone, the story of this football family is incomplete without mention of the city of Arcadia. The greatest Matthews player of all was once an Apache.
OCTOBER 19, 2017 - OCTOBER 25, 2017
City of Arcadia
Citywide historic preservation ordinance Mark Your Calendar for upcoming community meetings No�ce to Property Owners: This no�ce is to inform you that the Planning Division and the City’s consultant, Architectural Resources Group (ARG), will be hos�ng two community mee�ngs to present and discuss a Dra� Historic Preserva�on Ordinance for the City of Arcadia. At these mee�ngs, residents will be given an opportunity to ask ques�ons and provide comments. The City underwent a comprehensive, citywide historic resources survey in 2015. Approximately 16,800 parcels were evaluated by the survey team, with the excep�on of those proper�es that were built a�er 1970. As a result, a total of 188 poten�al historic resources have been iden�ed on the Inventory and up to 11 poten�al historic districts. The Dra� Historic Preserva�on is available for public review at www.ArcadiaCA.gov/HistoricPreserva�on.
Community Mee�ngs Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 6:00 PM Focus ‐ Poten�al Districts Monday, November 13, 2017 at 6:00 PM Focus ‐ Individual proper�es Arcadia Council Chambers 240 W. Hun�ngton Drive, Arcadia
The rst mee�ng will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2017, and it will focus on the regula�ons and process for proper�es that are located within a poten�al historic district; while the second mee�ng on Monday, November 13, 2017, will focus on the regula�ons and process for eligible individu‐ al historic resources. If you are unsure if your property is lo‐ cated within a poten�al historic district or not, you may view the Inventory on the Historic Preserva�on webpage, or by calling or emailing the Planning Division.
The Planning Division welcomes your input regarding the survey results, including any specic property informa�on and any ques�ons you may have. For addi�onal informa�on, including announcements of future mee�ngs and Frequently Asked Ques�ons, please visit the website below.
Contact us Planning@ArcadiaCA.gov (626) 574‐5423
ArcadiaCA.gov/historicpreservation
To speak with a Chinese‐speaking staff member, please call the Planning Division at (626) 574‐5423.
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