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Calendar Glendale December 20 – “The Morning Answer with Brian, Ben and Elisha” (AM870) will broadcast live from The Americana at Brand (889 American Way) from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. supporting CHIPS for Kids Toy Drive. Bring an unwrapped toy or sports equipment to the booth near the water fountain and parking structure. December 21 – Los An-
geles Symphony presents “Christmas Concert – Peace on Earth” at the Alex Theatre (216 North Brand) from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets range from $25 to $75. See www.lasymphonyorchestra. org or call (213) 741-0050. December 22 – “Taline, Friend, and Santa Armenian Christmas Show at the Alex Theatre (216 North Brand) from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tickets range $20 to $60. See www.talinemusic.com December 22 – “The Snow Queen Ballet” at the Glen-
dale Community College Performing Arts Center (1240 Nithsdale Road) at 2 p.m. Tickets $17 to $50. See www.snowqueenballet. com or call (818) 583-7406. December 23 – “Hekiatne Kanchum’ Anna in the World of Fairytales” is a children’s musical performed in Armenian at the Alex Theatre (216 North Brand) from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tickets range $30 to $50. See www.armenianfairytales.com or call (818) 731-9091.
Rep. Chu votes against budget deal that fails unemployed Americans Thursday, Congresswoman Judy Chu (CA-27) voted against H.J. Res. 59, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013, for failing to extend unemployment insurance for long-term unemployed Americans. Earlier this week, Rep. Chu joined 165 other House Democrats
in a letter calling on Speaker Boehner to keep the House in session until an extension can be passed. Congresswoman Chu released the following statement: “I cannot support a budget that leaves 1.3 million Americans in the cold this holiday season. Those who
have struggled for monthson-end to find work will see their benefits run out on December 28th. The majority made exceptions for special interests, but refused to protect vulnerable Americans.” H.J. Res 59 passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 332 to 94
Local cities attempt to put out e-cigarettes By SHEL SEGAL
As the city of Temple City – along with the city of Los Angeles – is working to curb the sale of ecigarettes, it appears that some of Temple City’s neighbors aren’t following suit. Officials from the west San Gabriel Valley cities of Arcadia, San Gabriel and Sierra Madre said earlier this week that they have no plan in the works to restrict the sale of e-cigarettes to minors. However, Jason Krukeberg, assistant city manager in Arcadia, said the situation could change as is warranted. “(Arcadia) is not currently working on any local ordinances to curb sales of e-cigarettes to minors, but we are tracking this issue regionally and at the state level,” Krukeberg said in an email. “In addition, we do not allow cigarette ‘lounges’ or smoking areas for e-cigarettes as a land use.” Officials in Temple City have been mulling
over passing zoning restrictions in dealing with ecigarettes. In fact, city staff recently made an appeal to the city council to pass a decree to restrict zones for electronic cigarette and smoke shops, according to a published report. But the city is not trying to outlaw e-cigarettes, just restrict where they can be sold, a city official said in that published report. In the proposed restrictions, e-cigarette vendors would be prohibited from selling their products within 1,000 feet from schools, public parks, daycare centers and other businesses related in trading or selling nicotine, which is similar to the other implemented restrictions in other cities for massage parlors or strip joints, according to a published report. In Los Angeles, the City Council there voted recently to go one step further and ban the sale of e-cigarettes to minors, according to a published report.
The council also voted to implement existing tobacco restrictions when dealing with e-cigarettes, the report said. If signed by the mayor, e-cigarettes will no longer be sold from self-serve displays or from moving sources like ice cream trucks, the report said. E-cigarettes are devices that deliver nicotine in vapor form. There is a liquid solution stored in the cartridge inside the device, the report said. This liquid is heated by the atomizer, which gets its power from the battery. Through heating, the liquid is turned to vapor, the report said. While there is no data to support the claim that e-cigarettes are dangerous, said an official from UCLA Health Sciences, city staff in Temple City has alleged that e-cigarettes are a public health dancer, the report said. (Shel Segal can be reached at ssegal@beaconmedianews.com).
Glendale Chief Robert Castro sworn in today Continued from page 1
nancial conditions resulted in a 20% personnel reduction in Glendora PD, however, Chief Castro was able to use the financial crisis as an opportunity to innovate. He implemented Focus-Based Continuous Improvement Policing and District Policing programs which included the use of innovative technologies. His management philosophy is predicated on exceptional customer service, values-based management, and continuous performance improvement. Chief Castro is very active in regional policing efforts in the San Gabriel Valley as a means of delivering quality, cost-efficient service. Through his leadership, Glendora maintains a strong regional profile in diverse areas such as helicopter/ air support, Special Weap-
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wonderful involvement and support. I am honored to have the opportunity to bring my experiences and ideas to this dynamic community, organization, and management team.” said Chief Castro. “I believe by working with and listening closely to employees, community members, and city leaders we can improve the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit Glendale. I am very excited to replicate many of the successful processes I have used during my career here in Glendale." Chief Castro, 48 years, and his wife, Cynthia, an elementary school teacher, have two sons, Nicholas, 16, and Robbie, 18. He and his family enjoy fitness activities, such as running and mountain bike riding.