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Bass calls for layoffs, spending cuts amid nearly $1B budget deficit

By Staff

Facing a historic budget shortfall of nearly $1 billion, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Monday proposed deep cuts to the city's workforce and services to stabilize municipal finances in the wake of mounting challenges, including January's devastating Palisades Fire and looming federal funding reductions.

Bass' proposed budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year calls for $14 billion in spending but trends toward austerity with a 5% reduction in the city's workforce, totaling 1,647 job cuts.

Eaton Fire survivors seek investigation of State Farm

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

Eaton Fire survivors last week called for state InsuranceCommissioner Ricardo Lara to launch an investigation into what they said was widespread delays, denials and unresolved claims by State Farm following the January wildfires.

"Most people assume that if you pay your premiums, your insurer will be there when disaster strikes," said Joy Chen from the Eaton Fire Survivors Network. "But for many State Farm policyholders, the fire was just the start of their trauma. Each day since then, their financial and emotional devastation has grown because of State Farm's actions."

not to grant the insurer's request for a rate increase, which is the sixth such hike in six years.

"We're here to help our customers recover and we empathize with those who are rebuilding their lives. As of April 16, we've received approximately 12,500 total claims related to the fires and have paid over $3 billion to our customers," according to a statement from State Farm General Insurance Company.

In her State of the City address delivered at City Hall, Bass underscored the economic stress faced by Los Angeles due to soaring liability payments, diminished tax revenue and unanticipated fire recovery costs.

“Turmoil and uncertainty from Washington, and a slowing economy, are causing lower revenue projections to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars,” Bass said during her address Monday. “Combined with personnel costs and, of course, the fires and rebuilding, altogether Los Angeles, we have a very difficult budget to balance.”

The job cuts will span various departments, affecting essential services citywide, including those under the Economic and Workforce Development Department. The proposal renders numerous positions obsolete, predominantly targeting roles that remain unfilled.

Most of the layoffs would be among civilian employees of the police department, with over 400 proposed job cuts. Triple-digit staff reductions would also hit the Transportation, Sanitation, Street Services, Planning and General Services departments.

“We’re always glad to have a conversation about how to make things more efficient in the city of LA, but that shouldn’t include laying off the folks doing the work,” said David Green, president of SEIU 721, the largest union of public employees in Southern California representing tree trimmers, sanitation workers and trash truck drivers and other workers.

“I’m going to push back and fight against every single one of these layoffs,” he told Politico.

Chen was joined April 17 by eight other longtime State Farm policyholders and survivors of the blaze that killed 18 people and destroyed or damaged over 10,000 structures. The group's collective message was, "State Farm is failing California families and must be held accountable."

The Eaton Fire Survivors Network is a 1,700-member coalition advocating for recovery after the devastating fire that burned more than 14,000 acres in Altadena, Pasadena and Sierra Madre.

EFSN urged state officials

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"Our focus continues to be on supporting our customers in their recovery from the largest fire event we have ever experienced in the state. Our claim handlers remain on the ground assisting customers with their claims," the statement continued. "Customers should continue to directly reach out to us with claim questions or concerns. We actively work with each of our customers to understand the facts of their loss, identify the damages and applicable coverage, and ultimately resolve their claim."

In February, State Farm executives asked Lara to OK an emergency interim rate hike, citing the wildfires' financial impact on the company as they waited for the Insurance Department's decision

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LA Mayor Karen Bass delivers the 2025 State of the City Address. | Photo courtesy of the city of Los Angeles/YouTube

Attorneys: More evidence surfaces linking SCE lines to Eaton Fire

Attorneys on Thursday presented what they said was additional video and photographic evidence linking the start of the horrific Eaton Fire to Southern California Edison power lines.

The utility is facing several lawsuits alleging its equipment sparked the January wildfire in Altadena's Eaton Canyon amid fierce winds that killed 18 people and destroyed or damaged over 10,500 structures.

At a town hall meeting at Lake Avenue Church in Pasadena, attorneys Mikal Watts and Doug Boxer revealed a LiDAR analysis of flashing displayed in surveillance video from an ARCO gas station during the fire's start.

They said that after the first flash, molten material is seen falling from one of SCE's transmission-line towers. When the molten metal fell to the ground, it caused dry brush at the tower's base to ignite in high wind conditions, according to LA Fire Justice. That fire rapidly spread, resulting in the destruction of over 14,000 acres.

“Wildfires don't start without an ignition,” Watts said in a statement. “A spark alone can create that fire, and then given the conditions that we all know existed here: high heat, low humidity, dried out fuels and Santa Ana winds, this spark on Edison’s tower is

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the only thing that separates a catastrophe from the town of Altadena still being here.”

LiDAR, or light detection and ranging, is a remote sensing technology that uses a pulsed laser to create three-dimensional images of land features and terrain.

SCE did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

LA Fire Justice also released photographs found in the Huntington Library archives from 102 years ago showing the construction of the Edison towers. The towers were in service for 48 years before Edison's Sylmar substation was damaged in a 1971 earthquake and decommissioned. According to LA Fire Justice, SCE removed most of the towers on the circuit, but the 19 structures known as towers 208 to 227 were left there inexplicably.

“Despite being aware that the Kincade fire in

2019 began on an abandoned line, and giant utility Pacific Gas & Electric was fined $40 million dollars, Southern California Edison did nothing to remove the idle tower which caused the Eaton Fire,” Watts said.

LA Fire Justice investigators use a technique called photogrammetry. The organization's team of fire experts and digital mappers did physical scans of Eaton Canyon and created a 3D model in an effort to pinpoint the fire’s exact point of origin. Photogrammetry takes videos from surveillance footage and witnesses and stitches them together to recreate the canyon’s shape and details in a digital model.

The group previously released an analysis video that claims to show the origin of the fire at the abandoned tower.

Consumer advocate and LA Fire Justice leader Erin Brockovich said in a state-

ment, “For Southern California Edison, this is inexcusable. For the money you earn as a for-profit corporation, that you continue to operate with failed infrastructure that caused this type of devastation is unacceptable. It was a complete, colossal failure.”

In February LA Fire Justice attorneys sued Southern California Edison and Edison International alleging SCE equipment amid high wind sparked the catastrophe. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Walt Butler and Luis Gonzalez and Denise Diaz, who lost their Altadena homes in the fire.

Pasadena-based LA Fire Justice is a coalition of lawyers who specialize in wildfire cases, fire origin and causation experts, insurance specialists and community organizers. The organization is led by CEO Chris Holden, Boxer, Watts and Brockovich.

Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation to host Foster Youth Resource Fair at Autry Museum on May 1

By Staff

The Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation (BMCF) is bringing its Foster Youth Resource Fair to the Autry Museum of the American West on Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This free event is a

one-stop shop for current and former foster youth to connect with colleges, career opportunities, and essential community resources designed to help them succeed. Participating exhibitors include Cal State Los Angeles,

University of Southern California, Pasadena City College, and other colleges and universities, as well as organizations serving the foster care community, such as CASA of Los Angeles, California Youth Connection, Safe Place for Youth, and Brotherhood Crusade. Plus, attendees will enjoy a free lunch (first come,

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Attorneys are using LiDAR technology to analyze the possible cause of the Eaton Fire in Altadena.

| Image courtesy of LA Fire Justice

Directory of Local Summer School Programs and Summer Camps

Looking for the perfect summer activity for your child? Our directory of summer school programs and camps offers a wide range of options to keep kids engaged, learning, and having fun all season long. From academic enrichment and sports camps to creative arts and outdoor adventures, explore the best opportunities available throughout the summer months. For your convenience, we will include this directory until the end of June.

The City of Arcadia www.arcadia.gov/reg

Lavner Education Summer Tech Camp lavnercampsandprograms.com

San Gabriel Christian Summer Program sangabrielchristian.org

Camp Adventurewood campadventurewood.com

Encore Music and Performing Arts encoremusicsouthpasadena.com

Art / Work / Place myartworkplace.com

Tiffany Music Academy tiffanymusicacademy.com

Childtime of Alhambra childtime.com

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A Child’s Garden School achildsgardenschool.org

Magikid Robotics Lab magikidlab.com

Alverno Heights Academy alvernoheightsacademy.org

Spartan Allstars Sports Day Camp spartanallstars.com

British Swim School britishswimschool.com

City of Burbank Summer Camps burbankca.gov

Mayfield Senior School Summer Programs mayfieldsenior.org

Maranatha High School Summer Academy maranathahighschool.org

Child Educational Center’s Summer Exploration Camp ceconline.org

Chinese School of San Marino Summer Camp smusd.us

La Cañada Flintridge Country Club Summer Camp lcfcountryclub.com

La Salle College High School Summer Programs lschs.org

Hogg's Hollow Summer Camp hoggshollowschool.com

Pasadena Christian School Summer Programs pasadenachristian.org

Pasadena Humane Summer Camp pasadenahumane.org

Pasadena Unified School District Summer Programs pusd.us

Mayfield Junior School Summer Program mayfieldjs.org

Parker-Anderson Enrichment Adventure Summer Camps parker-anderson.org

Rise Up and Dance Summer Camp riseupanddance.com

San Marino Community Church Nursery School smccnurseryschool.com

San Marino Community Church sanmarinocommunitychurch.com

San Marino Summer Academy smsummer.us

The Learning Castle and La Cañada Preparatory’s Summer School thelearningcastle.com

Ramona Convent Secondary School Summer Programs ramonaconvent.org

Alverno Heights Academy alvernoheightsacademy.org

Spartan Allstars Sports Day Camp spartanallstars.com

British Swim School britishswimschool.com

City of Burbank Summer Camps burbankca.gov

Mayfield Senior School Summer Programs mayfieldsenior.org

Maranatha High School Summer Academy maranathahighschool.org

Child Educational Center’s Summer Exploration Camp ceconline.org

Chinese School of San Marino Summer Camp smusd.us

La Cañada Flintridge Country Club Summer Camp lcfcountryclub.com

La Salle College High School Summer Programs lschs.org

Hogg's Hollow Summer Camp hoggshollowschool.com

Pasadena Christian School Summer Programs pasadenachristian.org

Pasadena Humane Summer Camp pasadenahumane.org

Pasadena Unified School District Summer Programs pusd.us

Mayfield Junior School Summer Program mayfieldjs.org

Parker-Anderson Enrichment Adventure Summer Camps parker-anderson.org

Rise Up and Dance Summer Camp riseupanddance.com

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Monfils is a sensitive and handsome Belgian Malinois mix who is more than ready for his forever family! This whip-smart guy is three years old, and a lean 65 pounds. He’s been spending time in a foster home, and his foster parents have learned so much about him that will make his transition to an adoptive home very easy. Monfils is full of love and enjoys nothing more than snuggling up with his favorite person. He’s a big fan of fetch and absolutely loves being outdoors, making him the perfect match for someone with a yard or a peaceful space where he can roam and play. He is housetrained and very well-behaved inside—he’s never destructive and rarely barks. He’s happiest when he’s by your side, soaking up belly rubs and showering you with affection. He knows how to sit and is generally obedient at home, but he can be a bit impatient with training. Monfils would likely do best as the only pet in a quiet household. He’s looking for someone who will give him the love and stability he needs while understanding his quirks. During the week of 4/28 - 5/3, all dog adoption fees are waived at Pasadena Humane!

Theodore (A520302)

Meet Theodore, a one-year-old pit bull mix with a gentle nature and a lot of love to give. He’s looking for a calm, caring home where he can truly relax and thrive. Theodore may be a bit shy at first, especially in new situations, but it doesn’t take long for his sweet personality to emerge. He’s a soft, affectionate dog who loves cuddles and close companionship once he feels safe. With a little patience and understanding, Theodore quickly bonds and becomes a loving, steady presence in the home. Theodore would do best with older children or in a household that can provide a little structure. He really shines in a peaceful environment without other pets, where he can settle in and enjoy being your loyal sidekick. This special pup is ready to find a family who will give him the chance to feel secure and loved. He has so much potential and is already showing what a wonderful companion, he can be. If you’re looking for a gentle, kind-hearted dog who will reward your care with loyalty and affection, Theodore might be just the one for you! Theodore’s and all other dogs’ adoption fees at Pasadena Humane are waived from 4/28 - 5/3!

The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines. Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 10:00 –5:00. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org. New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

Ex-Fox News host announces bid for California governor

By City News Service

Republicanpodcaster and former Fox News hostSteveHilton jumped into the California governor's race Tuesday, with a formal announcement in Huntington Beach.

According to his campaign, Hilton is seeking the governor's office with a theme of "Golden Again: Great Jobs, Great Homes, Great Kids."

Speaking to supporters in Huntington Beach Tuesday, Hilton blamed the state's historically Democratic leaders of failing to make the state livable.

"The highest rate of poverty in the country. These people, they endlessly lecture us about compassion and social justice — the highest rate of poverty," Hilton said. "One-third of Californians can't meet their basic needs. The highest unemployment they gave us. The highest taxes. The lowest income growth last year."

Hilton posted a video online Monday discussing his gubernatorial aspirations, saying in part that it's "time for a new future" in California.

Hilton, 55, was born in the United Kingdom and was an adviser to Prime Minister David Cameron before moving to Califor-

nia's Silicon Valley in 2012, becoming a U.S. citizen and teaching at Stanford University. He hosted "The Next Revolution" on Fox News and has hosted a number of politically focused podcasts.

He is also the founder of Golden Together, a policy organization aimed at finding solutions for homelessness and other issues in an effort to "make California golden again."

One other Republican, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, has already announced a bid for the governor's office. A host of

Democrats have joined the race — former congressman and U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, former Orange County Rep. Katie Porter, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, state schools chief Tony Thurmond, former Controller Betty Yee, former state Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins and entrepreneur Stephen Cloobeck. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is said to be considering a gubernatorial run, but she has not yet announced her intentions.

Directory of Local Summer School Programs and Summer Camps

San Marino Community Church sanmarinocommunitychurch.com

Asian Arts Talent foundation aatf.us

A+ Learning Center a-pluslearningcenter.com

Galileo Camps galileo-camps.com

California School of the Arts sgv.csarts.net

San Gabriel Mission High sgmhs.org

Steve and Kate’s Camp steveandkatescamp.com

Pasadena Ice Skating Camp pasadenaskatecamp.com

Flintridge Secret Heart Academy fsha.org

Caltech Center for Diversity caltech.edu

San Marino Summer Academy smsummer.us

The Learning Castle and La Cañada Preparatory’s Summer School thelearningcastle.com

Ramona Convent Secondary School Summer Programs ramonaconvent.org

Steve Hilton. | Photo courtesy of Steve Hilton/YouTube

Los Angeles

Monrovia

MonroviaHistorical Museum to host yard sale, first look at new exhibit

The Monrovia Historical Museum is preparing for one of its biggest days of the year: the 2025 Yard Sale and the official first look at its newest exhibit, "Monrovia's History Through Architecture," on Sunday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to see the exhibit is free. Both of these events will take place during the 41st Annual Monrovia Historic Preservation Group Historic Home Tour. Advanced tickets for the Historic Homes Tour are now on sale at Charlie's House or through the MOHPG website. Tickets may also be purchased at the museum the morning of the tour.

Long Beach

Long Beach to provide free gun storage safes

The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department), in collaboration with Parks, Recreation and Marine, will distribute 200 gun safes to the public at six park locations across Long Beach and one Health Department location in North Long Beach. The gun safes will be free of charge and issued with no questions asked, with a goal of protecting children from potential gun-related accidents and safeguarding against theft. The gun safes—which weigh 10 pounds and can

fit two handguns—along with gun safety educational materials, will be available for free to Long Beach residents on a firstcome, first-served basis beginning Monday, April 28, at the following locations: Admiral Kidd Park on weekdays from 3 to 6 p.m.; Cesar E. Chavez Park on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Coolidge Park on weekdays 3 to 10 p.m.; Houghton Park on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; MacArthur Park on weekdays 3 to 6 p.m.; Orizaba Park on weekdays from 3 to 6 p.m.; and Ron Arias Health Equity Center, Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, people are encouraged to visit the Be Smart for Kids website.

Burbank

Starlight Bowl Transformation Project kicks off with community workshops

The City of Burbank is kick-starting an effort to transform the Starlight Bowl venue into a revitalized venue. The city will be hosting two workshops for community members to share the latest concepts and solicit feedback from stakeholders. At the workshops, attendees will also be able to view concepts and engage in facilitated discussions with other community members to shape the future of the venue. The workshop will be offered twice, presenting identical information each time: Tuesday, April 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Joslyn Adult Center (1301

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Orange County Anaheim

Anaheim’s Honda Center announced as indoor volleyball venue for 2028 Summer Olympics

Anaheim and Honda Center have been announced as host court for indoor volleyball for the 2028 Summer Olympics. Twelve qualifying men’s and women’s teams, including USA Volleyball, are expected to face off in preliminary, quarterfinal, finals and medals rounds over two weeks in Anaheim in July 2028. Since 2006, Anaheim has served as a training site for the men's and women's national volleyball teams, with athletes from both squads going on to medal in the 2008, 2016, 2020 and 2024 games. The Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 will be Anaheim’s second games as a host city. Honda Center, which will be referred to as the Arena in Anaheim for the games, is served by Anaheim’s ARTIC transit center with rail, bus and rideshare service. The area around Honda Center is being transformed into OCVibe, a 100-acre development of entertainment, hotels, homes, offices and open spaces. Parking structures are set to open later this year, followed by a concert venue and market hall in 2026 and other developments by 2028 and beyond.

Riverside County City of Riverside

RiversideCommunity Services Foundation to host 2nd Annual Gala Thursday

The Riverside Community Services Foundation (RCSF) will hold its 2nd Annual Gala on Thursday at the home of former Riverside City Councilmember Chris and Jolyn MacArthur. This year’s theme, S.T.E.A.M. Punk, celebrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math – all while raising critical funds for community programs that impact more than 70 percent of Riverside’s population. Tickets and event information can be found at bit.ly/rcsfgala.

Corona

Trails Day 2025 slated for Saturday

The City of Corona and the Rails to Trails Conservancy is hosting Trails Day on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Skyline Trail Head. (The intersection of Skyline and Burrero Way).

The City of Corona Community Services Department will be there, along with the fire department, park rangers, Riverside County Sheriff's Department, Corona Police Department, Fire Safety Council, Troy Lee Designs, and Jensen Bikes. The event will feature safety information, ranger information as well as information about the newly adopted Trails Master Plan and the trails projects the city is implementing. The fire department will

bring a truck company and a UTV used for rescue.

San Bernardino County

Big Bear Alpine Zoo to host Run Wild Through Moonridge Fun Run/Walk

Join the Big Bear Alpine Zoo on Saturday from 8 to 10:30 a.m., on a fun run/ walk through the beautiful surroundings of Big Bear. This 2.5-mile paved course winds through scenic Rathbun Creek and the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, starting and finishing at Moonridge Coffee Co. A suggested donation of $25 supports the zoo, and all participants will receive a medal and same-day admission to the zoo. Register at https:// www.paypal.com/ncp/ payment/GV8MLA3SZNLHS.

City of San Bernardino

Local mural project among 11 winners of San Bernardino’s ‘Love Your Block’ program

The City of San Bernardino has announced that eleven local neighborhood groups, community groups and non-profit organizations will be receiving $18,000 to complete community-based improvement projects as part of its “Love Your Block” initiative. The top prize of $5,000 was awarded to Tawyna Rhoades-Hensley for her “Unity in the Game: A Mural for Western Regional Little League” proposal. The top award will help fund an inspiring mural entitled “Unity in the Game,” to be painted by local artist Darren Villegas at Al Houghton Stadium,

where the baseball and softball Little League World Series Western Regionals take place every year. The mural will feature baseball and softball players from the western region along with iconic landscapes and cultural elements representing the region, symbolizing unity and teamwork. For more information, visit the Love Your Block website at https://www.sbcity. org/1636/Love-Your-Block.

Ontario

Ontario Library to hold Dia de los Niños y Libros event

Get ready to unleash the magic of reading at Ontario City Library’s celebration of kids, families and fun at Ovitt Family Community Library, located at 215 E. C St., on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. Attendees will dive into diverse stories, languages and cultures, while enjoying an artistic performance, crafts and games.

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April 10

At 3:39 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of East Maple reported that her adult son was assaulted. Officers arrived and made contact with the victim. An investigation revealed that the victim was physically struck by an unknown subject. This investigation is continuing.

At 4:32 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 200 block of East Foothill regarding a suspicious vehicle. Officers arrived and made contact with the occupant of the vehicle. An investigation revealed the occupant was in possession of a nitrous oxide tank and using it as an inhalant. He was arrested and taken into custody.

April 11

At 3:19 a.m., while patrolling the 1600 block of South Myrtle officers saw a male subject in a park after hours and made contact with him. The subject refused to comply with the officers’ commands. Officers were able to eventually get compliance. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 1:20 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of South Myrtle regarding a possible robbery. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. An investigation revealed a robbery did not occur, but a computer search revealed the subject had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 9:15 p.m., several vendors in the 400 block of South Myrtle reported property stolen from their booths. This investigation is continuing.

At 10:22 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of Mauna Loa called to report that a son battered his father during an argument. The son left the location prior to the police arriving. It was later determined that the adult son physically battered his father, causing injuries. This investigation is continuing.

April 12

At 11:58 a.m., a suspicious subject was reported in the 100 block of Spanner. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 2:16 a.m., while patrolling the 1400 block of South Myrtle, an officer saw two motorcyclists in violation of a vehicle code. A traffic stop was conducted and as the officer attempted to contact the motorcyclist, one of the motorcyclists fled. Officers gave pursuit and terminated the pursuit soon after. The motorcyclist who stayed was found to be in possession of a loaded firearm. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

At 8:32 a.m., a business in the 700 block of East Huntington reported a theft. Officers arrived and located the suspect nearby and attempted to make contact, but the subject fled on foot. After a short struggle, the suspect was apprehended. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 2:52 p.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Foothill and

At 1:39 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of East Olive reported a suspicious female subject in the area. Officers arrived and made contact with the female subject. A computer search revealed she had a warrant for her arrest. She was arrested and taken into custody.

Madison. Officers arrived, located the stolen vehicle and the vehicle fled. The pursuit was terminated shortly after. The vehicle was located by Irwindale PD and they initiated a pursuit. The pursuit ended when the suspect vehicle collided into another vehicle and fled on foot. He was apprehended, arrested and taken into custody.

At 5:48 p.m., a multi-vehicle collision was reported in the area of Huntington and Monterey. Minor injuries were reported.

At 8:32 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of Madeline reported a subject who appeared to be intoxicated and loitering in the area. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. It was determined that he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 9:47 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of South Madison Avenue reported a group of juveniles climbing the gate to the high school while wearing backpacks. When officers arrived on scene, the individuals fled. They were later located and issued citations.

April 14

At 1:02 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Primrose and Pomona made contact with a subject. A computer search revealed she had a warrant for her arrest and in possession of a controlled substance. She was arrested and taken into custody.

At 7:32 a.m., a victim in the 1300 block of South Alta Vista reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 11:40 a.m., an assault was reported at a cemetery in

the 200 block of East Duarte. Officers arrived and found a female subject suffering from injuries. She received treatment at the scene. This investigation is continuing.

At 2:45 p.m., a resident in the 1600 block of South Magnolia reported that she was on the phone with a subject who she believed was with her bank. She then realized she was being scammed. This investigation is continuing.

At 5:02 p.m., a caller in the area of Colorado and Canyon reported her vehicle was broken into and property was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 6:31 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Huntington and Monterey. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. One of the parties involved complained of pain and was transported to the hospital. The party at fault was cited.

April 15

At 9:50 a.m., a caller in the 300 block of West Huntington reported graffiti in the area. This investigation is continuing.

At 11:57 a.m., an establishment in the 200 block of South Ivy reported a check they mailed out had been altered and deposited by an unknown subject. This investigation is continuing.

At 4:47 p.m., a victim in the 500 block of Almond reported her parked vehicle was hit and the other party fled without exchanging information. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:49 p.m., a resident in the 1700 block of Encino reported his electric bike stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:33 p.m., while patrolling

the area of Mayflower and Foothill officers saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. The officer noticed several edged weapons inside the vehicle. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Arcadia

March 30

At approximately 8:48 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 900 block of West Huntington Drive, regarding a stolen vehicle incident. Sometime between March 29 and 30, someone stole the victim’s 2018 Kia Sportage. The vehicle was recovered in Pasadena in the 2700 block of Mataro Street.

March 31

At approximately 6:13 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1600 block of Fourth Avenue regarding a stolen vehicle report. The victim stated her vehicle was stolen from the driveway sometime during the previous night. The victim’s purse and keys were left in the vehicle. The unoccupied vehicle was recovered in Pasadena and was returned to the owner.

April 2

At approximately 9:29 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 300 block of East Haven Street regarding a burglary incident. An investigation revealed that a 29-year-old male from Los Angeles entered the home and sexually assaulted the resident. The suspect fled but was located during an extensive area search.

Arcadia Police Department K9 Kopper was deployed and successfully located numerous items the suspect attempted to discard in order to avoid being located and identified. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

At approximately 1:47 p.m., an officer responded to Savers, located at 16 E. Live Oak Ave., regarding a robbery report. The officer discovered the suspect entered the store and threatened an employee with a knife when she confronted him for stealing. The 35-year-old local male transient was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. A records check revealed the arrestee also had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant.

April 3

At approximately 3:10 a.m., an officer responded to Fishing Boat Chinese Cuisine, located at 516 E. Live Oak Ave., regarding an audible alarm activation. The business owner stated someone smashed the front glass window and ransacked the cash register. The loss is unknown.

April 4

At approximately 2:22 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of South Baldwin Avenue regarding a fatal solo traffic collision. Officers discovered the driver fled the scene on foot and the passenger, the driver’s brother, had passed away in the collision. The driver was located nearby and through a series of tests, it was determined he was driving under the influence of alcohol. The 23-year-old male from El Monte was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

April 5

At approximately 12:35 p.m., an officer responded to PacSun, located at 400 S. Baldwin Ave., regarding a grand theft report. An employee witnessed the lone suspect steal a pair of shoes valued at $1,200. The suspect is described as a Black male, 30 to 40 years old, 6 feet tall, with a face tattoo. The investigation is ongoing.

LA archbishop to celebrate memorial Mass for Pope Francis

By City News Service

SouthlandCatholics

will get a chance to honor the late Pope Francis this week during a memorial Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in downtown Los Angeles.

The Mass, at 12:10 p.m. Friday, will come ahead of Francis' funeral in Rome, LA Archbishop José H. Gomez announced Tuesday.

The LA Mass will be "in thanksgiving for the life and ministry of Pope Francis," Gomez said in a statement.

Gomez will lead the Mass and be joined by auxiliary bishops and other clergy of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles "and many faithful to pray for the soul (of) the Holy Father and bid him a final farewell from our local church in the Archdiocese."

Francis, the former archbishop of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and the first Latin American pontiff, died Monday in the Vatican at age 88 — one day after

Easter.

He served as pope for 12 years. The Vatican reported the cause of death as a stroke and irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse.

Francis had been diagnosed with chronic lung disease and admitted to a hospital on Feb. 14 for a respiratory episode that developed into double pneumonia. He spent 38 days in the hospital and made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday — blessing the faithful in St. Peter's Square while sitting in a wheelchair.

The Argentine-born Jorge Mario Bergoglio became pope on March 13, 2013, succeeding Pope Benedict XVI, whose surprise resignation led to Francis' election.

Gomez also celebrated the 12:10 p.m. Mass on Monday at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in honor of Francis.

"I join the family of God here in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, and Catholics all over the world, in

grieving the loss of our Holy Father," Gomez said in a statement.

"In this beautiful Easter season, when we celebrate our hope in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we pray that the angels may lead Pope Francis into paradise,

that the saints and martyrs welcome him, and that God in his mercy will make his face shine upon his faithful servant and grant him eternal rest in the love that never ends."

Gomez added that he will be spending the next

few days reflecting with gratitude on the Holy Father's kindness and pastoral care for those in Los Angeles.

"Over the years, he appointed seven auxiliary bishops to assist me in serving the family of God and he was always quick to show his spiritual closeness to us in our times of need," Gomez said.

"It was just in January that he offered prayers and words of consolation as we faced the destruction caused by the wildfires in the Palisades and Altadena. I will never forget his fraternal comfort as we mourned the sudden taking of our beloved Bishop David O'Connell in 2023," Gomez added.

"Pope Francis showed us, by his constant example, that we should have a great devotion to the Virgin Mary, who is our Blessed Mother and the Mother of the Church. We turn to Holy Mary now, and we ask for her protection and tender care. May she

wrap our Holy Father in the mantle of her love. And may he rest in peace."

The LA archdiocese has created a special webpage — LACatholics.org/popefrancis — dedicated to Francis. It includes Gomez's statement, homily, and other writings on Francis, as well as videos, images and other resources.

The archdiocese said the page will be updated with information on Masses and other events during the Novendiales, the nine-day period of mourning for a deceased Pope.

During that period, funeral rites are celebrated daily in Rome by the cardinals, and Masses are offered throughout the world for the repose of the departed pope's soul.

Friday's LA Mass will also be livestreamed on @ LACatholics and OLACathedral Facebook channels.

The Catholic Church's College of Cardinals will meet at the Vatican in the coming weeks to elect Francis' successor.

Jobless rates edge downward in Southern California counties

By City News Service and Staff

Los Angeles County's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dipped slightly to 5.9% in March, down from a revised 6% in February, according to figures released Friday by the state Employment Development Department.

The 5.9% rate was above the rate of 5.5% a year ago.

The March unemployment rate in Orange County was 3.8%, down from a revised 3.9% in February, and up slightly from 3.7% a year ago.

Statewide, California's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.3% in March, down from 5.4% in February but up from 5.1% in March 2024. The compa-

rable estimates for the nation were 4.2% in March, 4.1% in February, and 3.9% a year ago.

Total nonfarm employment in Los Angeles County declined by 2,300 jobs between February and March to reach more than 4.75 million.

The trade, transportation and utilities sector showed the largest decline, shedding 5,700 positions. The government sector posted the largest monthover-month gains, adding 5,100 jobs.

In Orange County, nonfarm employment fell by 600 jobs to reach 1.68 million. The construction and trade, transportation

and utilities sectors both posted 1,900 job losses.

Riverside County's unemployment rate fell slightly last month amid a blend of gains and losses throughout the regional economy, according to figures released Friday by the California Employment Development Department.

The countywide jobless rate in March, based on preliminary EDD estimates, was 5.1%, compared to 5.2% in February.

According to figures, the March rate was one-tenth of a percentage point below the year-ago level, when countywide unemployment then stood at 5.2%.

Cherry Valley had the highest unemployment rate within the county in March at 10.6%, followed by Rancho Mirage at 8.2%, Coachella at 7.7%, Hemet at 6.8% and Nuevo at 6.5%.

The combined unemployment rate for Riverside and San Bernardino counties — the Inland Empire — was 5%, down from 5.1% in February, the EDD said. San Bernardino County's jobless rate for March was 5%.

Bi-county data indicated that payrolls increased by the widest margin last month in the public sector, which added 2,000 positions, mostly in education.

Additional gains were recorded in the health

services and hospitality sectors, which expanded by a total 2,700 jobs, while miscellaneous unclassified industries added another 400, according to figures.

The largest drop in March was in the trade, transportation and utilities sector, which shed an estimated 5,000 jobs, mainly in warehousing. Further losses were documented in the agricultural, construction, financial services, information technology, manufacturing and professional business services sectors, which shrank by an aggregate 1,800 jobs, according to the EDD.

Only the mining sector was unchanged.

A portrait of Pope Francis stands on display in the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in downtown Los Angeles during ahead of a prayer session for the pontiff Tuesday. | Photo courtesy of lacatholics/Instagram

| Image courtesy of the California Employment Development Department

Claremont study: District-based elections increasing across state

By City News Service

Southern California cities are increasingly shifting from at-large to district-based city council election systems, according to a report released Tuesday by Claremont McKenna College.

The report shows how the shift has been driven by the California Voting Rights Act of 2002, which was designed to empower Latinos and other minority groups to challenge at-large election systems that may dilute their voting strength.

A district-based election system is one in which the city is divided into geographic districts where voters in each district select one council member who resides in that district to represent them.

An at-large election is one that represents an entire jurisdiction — like a city or

town — and gets voted on by everyone in that city or town. The candidates who get the most votes from the entire city win in an at-large election.

Over the past two decades, a majority of Southern California cities have converted from at-large to by-district electoral systems. Among the 20 most populous cities in Southern California, only Lancaster continues to use at-large elections, the study found.

Prior to adoption of the CVRA, only 29 cities in the state used district-based elections, while now 216 of California's 483 incorporated cities do, according to the report by the Rose Institute of State and Local Government at Claremont McKenna.

The CVRA has sparked legal challenges that have

prompted cities to adopt district-based election systems. Some cities have been forced to make the change after losing lawsuits, while many others have preemptively switched to avoid litigation. Notably, no city has ever won a CVRA lawsuit, the report says.

The trend toward districtbased elections has accelerated, with the number of California cities adopting district elections nearly quadrupling between 2016 and 2024.

"It took some time for the CVRA to kick in, but it has now fundamentally changed local elections in California as nearly half the cities in the state have adopted districtbased systems," Rose Institute Director Ken Miller said in a statement.

Since 2000, Santa Ana and Alhambra voters approved

a switch to by-district elections for all city council members in 2018 and 2020, respectively, while Newport Beach continues to use a from-district

election system, according to researchers.

As of November 2024, the city of Downey is transitioning its hybrid election system to a by-district system, citing compliance with the CVRA as the impetus for the transition, with a goal to complete the switch by 2028, the Rose Institute stated.

Spielberg, Lucas among those set to honor Francis Ford Coppola at AFI gala

By City News Service

Atrioofdirecting legends will share the stage at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Saturday, with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas set to present Francis Ford Coppola with the 50th American Film Institute Life Achievement Award.

The AFI Award is billed as the nation's highest honor for a career in film.

"There is only one Francis Ford Coppola," Bob Gazzale, AFI president and CEO, said in a statement announcing Spielberg and Lucas as presenters of the award. "And it is AFI's honor to gather the art and entertainment communities, along with his family, friends and colleagues to celebrate cinema — all of it — and the very best of it."

Among the Hollywood luminaries expected to attend will be a pair of Coppola's stars from "The Godfather" films, Al Pacino and Robert De Niro. Also on the guest list are Harrison Ford, Morgan Freeman, Dustin Hoffman, Adam Driver, Ron Howard, C. Thomas Howell, Diane Lane, Spike Lee and Ralph Macchio.

The event will be recorded and broadcast at a later date on TNT and TCM.

Coppola was announced last year as the 50th AFI Life Achievement Award honoree.

"Francis Ford Coppola is a peerless artist — one who has created seminal works in the canon of American film, and has also inspired generations of filmmakers who now embody his artistry and his

independent spirit," Kathleen Kennedy, chair of the AFI Board of Trustees, said in a statement last year.

Coppola directed three films listed on AFI's "100 Years ... 100 Movies" list — "The Godfather," "The Godfa-

ther Part II" and "Apocalypse Now." His other directing credits include "Bram Stoker's Dracula," "Peggy Sue Got Married," "The Conversation," "Finians Rainbow" and the Michael Jackson 3-D music video short "Captain EO." His long-awaited epic "Megalopolis" was released last year.

Outside of the director's chair, his producing credits include films such as "American Graffiti," "The Black Stallion," "Sleepy Hollow," "Kinsey" and "Lost in Translation."

The AFI Life Achievement Award is presented to a person "whose talent has in a fundamental way advanced the film art; whose accomplishment has been acknowledged by scholars, critics, professional peers and the general public; and whose work has stood the test of time."

Nicole Kidman received the honor last year. Other previous recipients include Julie Andrews, Denzel Washington, Mel Brooks, Morgan Freeman, Michael Douglas, Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Taylor, Sidney Poitier, Kirk Douglas, John Ford, Bette Davis, Alfred Hitchcock, James Stewart, Lillian Gish, Meryl Streep and Jane Fonda.

According to AFI, Coppola's work alongside George Lucas at their American Zoetrope production company helped launch and further the careers of stars such as Pacino, De Niro, Ford, Lane, James Caan, Richard Dreyfus, Diane Keaton, Robert Duvall and Matt Dillon.

| Photo by Stockphoty/Envato

Francis Ford Coppola was among the 2024 Kennedy Center Honorees. | Photo courtesy of the White House/Wikimedia Commons (CC0)

Temple City Notices

NOTICE INVITING FORMAL SEALED BIDS INSTALLATION OF POTS AND PLANTS FOR LAS TUNAS DRIVE STREETSCAPE PROJECT

CITY PROJECT ID: P24-06

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Temple City invites sealed bids for the above stated project and will receive such bids in the office of the City Clerk, City of Temple City, 9701 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on May 22, 2025. The bids received will be publicly opened approximately 15 minutes after the bid submittal deadline in the City Hall. Late bids will not be considered.

Copies of the Bidding and Contract Documents, Plans and Specifications can be obtained by e-mailing your request with your contact information to: Pwbids.Templecity@transtech.org. Upon receipt of your e-mail, you will be registered as a plan holder, and a pdf file of the Bidding and Contract Documents, Plans and Specifications will be e-mailed to you at no cost. Hard copies will not be provided.

All questions regarding this bid shall be directed via email, no later than 10 calendar days prior to the Bid due date and time, to Pwbids.Templecity@transtech.org. Any questions received after this deadline will not be answered. It is the responsibility of the bidder to confirm transmission of correspondence.

Estimated cost for base bid schedule is in the range of $150,000.00

Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond, made payable to the City of TEMPLE CITY for an amount no less than ten percent (10%) of the bid amount.

Required License Classification is a State of California Contractor License C-27 (Landscaping Contractor). No bid will be accepted from a Contractor who has not been licensed in accordance with the provisions of the Business and Professions Code.

This project is subject to the requirements of SB 854. Prevailing wages shall be paid to all workers in accordance with California Labor Code 1771.

In order to comport with both the provisions of the current Agreement and the numerous changes to Chapter 8.04 and Chapters 11.01-11.39 of the Los Angeles County Code since the City’s latest ordinance adopted in February of 2011, the City adopts these changes by reference and will maintain a copy of the current copies of the Los Angeles County Code provisions for use and examination by the public.

The Ordinance amends Municipal Code Section 8.04.10 (“Adoption of Los Angeles Health Code”) and Section 8.04.020 (“Copy Filed”) to reflect these changes.

A copy of the entirety of the text of Ordinance No. 2025-05 is available in the office of the City Clerk in City Hall, and is available for public inspection during regular business hours at that location.

/s/ Alice D. Atkins, MMC, City Clerk

Publish Thursday, April 24, 2025 MONROVIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

MONROVIA DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE

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

APPLICATION: Miscellaneous Review (MISC2025-0014)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Supporting documents pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday May 1, 2025 after 4:00 PM on-line at the following hyperlink: www.monroviaca.gov/projectsunderreview

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

Vincent Gillespie Associate Planner

Published on April 24,2025

MONROVIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ON MAY 5, 2025

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rosemead Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM, at Rosemead City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. Remote public comments will be received by calling (626) 569-2100 or via email at publiccomment@cityofrosemead.org by 5:00 p.m. on May 5, 2025. A live phone call option may also be requested by calling the number provided above. All comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the City. If you have a request for an accommodation under the ADA, please contact Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, at (626) 569-2100.

MONROVIA DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Applicant is requesting a Miscellaneous Review of a shopping cart containment and retrieval plan for a new retail store, Five Below. The property is located in the CRS (Commercial Regional/ Subregional) zone.

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

APPLICATION: Miscellaneous Review (MISC2025-0014)

Bids must be prepared on the approved Proposal forms in conformance with the Instructions to Bidders and submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked on the outside.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Applicant is requesting a Miscellaneous Review of a shopping cart containment and retrieval plan for a new retail store, Five Below. The property is located in the CRS (Commercial Regional/Subregional) zone

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any irregularity, and to take all bids under advisement for a period of 60 calendar days.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:

Any contract entered into pursuant to this notice shall become effective or enforceable against the City of TEMPLE CITY only when the formal written contract has been duly executed by the appropriate officers of the City.

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

APPLICANT: Five Below, Inc. (Mercedes Rouse)

CASE NO.: DESIGN REVIEW 22-03 – Eduardo Heredia has submitted a Design Review application, requesting to construct a new 3,247 square foot, two-story single-family dwelling unit with an attached three-car garage towards the rear of the lot. The granting of a Discretionary Site Plan and Design Review is required for any dwelling unit to be constructed that equals or exceeds two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet of developed living area. In addition, the applicant is also proposing to construct a 2,053 square foot, two-story single-family dwelling unit with an attached two-car garage towards the front of the lot, however, the proposed dwelling unit is not subject to Discretionary Site Plan and Design Review and will be reviewed through an Administrative Site Plan and Design Review. The subject site is located at 3454 Burton Ave (APN: 5289-007-035) in the Single Family Residential (R-1) zone.

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

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 558 West Huntington Drive, Monrovia, CA 91016

APPLICANT: Five Below, Inc. (Mercedes Rouse)

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 558 West Huntington Drive, Monrovia, CA 91016

If there are any questions regarding this project, please submit your questions to following e-mail: Pwbids.Templecity@transtech.org.

Published in: Temple City Tribune

Dates: April 24, 2025

DATE & HOUR OF HEARING: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

DATE & HOUR OF HEARING: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines exempts projects consisting of construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures; installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; and the conversion of existing small structures from one use to another where only minor modifications are made in the exterior of the structure. Accordingly, Design Review 22-03 is classified as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption, pursuant to Section 15303 of California Environmental Quality Act guidelines.

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

Monrovia City Notices

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-05

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 8.04 OF TITLE 8 OF THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE AMENDED DIVISION 1 OF TITLE 8, AND TITLE 11 OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CODE AS THE HEALTH CODE OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA

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

Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009 (b), if this matter is subsequently challenged in court, the challenge may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Rosemead at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further details on this proposal, please contact Candice (Yuxin) Jiang, Assistant Planner at (626) 569-2252 or yjiang@cityofrosemead.org. In addition, the Planning Commission Agenda and Staff Report will be available on the City’s website under “City Calendar” (www.cityofrosemead.org) at least 72 hours in advance of the public hearing. Any person interested in the above proceedings may appear at the time and place indicated above to testify in support of, or in opposition to, the item(s) indicated in this notice.

Notice and Publication Date: April 24, 2025

ROSEMEAD READER

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

This is a summary of the above-entitled Ordinance of the City of Monrovia (“City”), which was read by title only and introduced by the Monrovia City Council at its regular meeting on April 15, 2025 by a vote of 5-0 in favor (Shevlin, Spicer, Kelly, Jimenez, and Belden). The final vote on the adoption of this Ordinance will take place at the regular City Council meeting on May 6, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the City Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California. This preadoption summary has been prepared and published in accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 36933.

This Ordinance adopts by reference the current version of Division 1 of Title 8, which regulates public health licenses, and Division 1 of Title 11, entitled the “Health Code” and which regulates a variety of public health matters, of the Los Angeles County Code, as well as future amendments that the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors may adopt from time to time. This Ordinance will support the Los Angeles County Department of Health to continue providing services pursuant to its Public Health Services Agreement with the City (“Agreement”).

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ERIC JACK CASE NO. 25STPB04020

Public comments regarding this item may be stated in person at the hearing, or submitted in writing. Written comments submitted by 3:00 p.m. on the hearing date will be distributed to the Development Review Committee.

Public comments regarding this item may be stated in person at the hearing, or submitted in writing. Written comments submitted by 3:00 p.m. on the hearing date will be distributed to the Development Review Committee.

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

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

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

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

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

Supporting documents pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday May 1, 2025 after 4:00 PM online at the following hyperlink: www.monroviaca.gov/projectsunderreview

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

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

Vincent Gillespie Project Location:

THE PETITION requests author-

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/19/25 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your

Rosemead

appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner

SCOTT T. HOLMAN, ESQ. - SBN 315487

HOLMAN LAW GROUP, APC

316 W. FOOTHILL BLVD. MONROVIA CA 91016

Telephone (626) 358-1218 4/17, 4/21, 4/24/25 CNS-3915948# MONROVIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

DAVID C. SCOTT

CASE NO. 25STPB04076

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by AIDA V. SCOTT in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that AIDA V. SCOTT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/23/25 at 8:30AM in Dept. 99 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

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

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

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

Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner KEVIN CHIU - SBN 249479

HART, MIERAS & MORRIS, INC.

255 E. SANTA CLARA ST. #300 ARCADIA CA 91006

Telephone (626) 607-1411 4/21, 4/24, 4/28/25 CNS-3917988# SAN GABRIEL SUN

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RANDOLF FREDERICK WERNER

CASE NO. 25STPB04407

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

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

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

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/22/25 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner

SCOTT T. HOLMAN, ESQ. - SBN 315487 HOLMAN LAW GROUP, APC 316 W. FOOTHILL BLVD. MONROVIA CA 91016

Telephone (626) 358-1218 4/24, 4/28, 5/1/25 CNS-3918287# ARCADIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF VINCENT RODRIGUEZ PEREZ

Case No. 25STPB02451

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

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

LEGALS

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 30, 2025 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 11 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

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

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

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

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

Attorney for petitioner: DARRELL G BROOKE ESQ SBN 118071

THE BROOKE LAW GROUP PC 525 S MYRTLE AVE STE 204 MONROVIA CA 91016

CN114794 PEREZ Apr 24, 2024, Apr 28, May 1, 2025 EL MONTE EXAMINER

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Ondrea J Tye FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER:25NNCP00282 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 600 East Broadway, Glendale, Ca 91206, North Central Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Ondrea Jeanene Tye filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Ondrea Jeanene Tye to Proposed name Ondrea Jeanene Tye 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 06/26/2025 Time: 8:30AM Dept: E. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Arcadia Weekly DATED: April 9, 2025 Ashfaq G. Chowdhury JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 2025 Arcadia Weekly

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

Notice is given that pursuant to sections 21700-21713 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code, that Arcadia 210 Self Storage at 324 N. Second Ave, Arcadia, Ca. 91006 will sell by competitive bidding, on or after May 13, 2025 at 1:00pm, property belonging to those listed below. Auction is to be held at the above address. Property to be sold as follows: Household, office & business goods, furniture, appliances, personal items, clothing, electronics, tools, duffle bags/suit cases, electronics, sporting and exercise equipment, miscellaneous boxes, containers & bags with unknown contents belonging to the following:

Moreno, Gabriela Puerto-Lopez, Julio A. Harris, Desiree Buck, Susan SAlinas, Gemma B. Wade, Michael J. Loomis, Chris M. Standefor, Jeanetta M. Aguilar, Sofia Sofia Aguilar & Veronica Aguilar Derankhanfar, Ali Ramirez, Edlin J. Ananiades, Spyridon C. Baer, Jennifer A. CARNEY, MARK Graves, Laura Kim, Du Bin Bakke, Michelle

Publish April 24, 2025 & May 1, 2025 in THE ARCADIA WEEKLY

Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 115 E Lime Ave , Monrovia, Ca, 91016 May 07, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Beverly Jackson Kathliene Correa

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Publish April 24, 2025 in the MONROVIA WEEKLY

Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space’s lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated.

900 W. Foothill Blvd, Azusa, CA, 91702 on June 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM

William Herrera

Serina Leyva Quezada

Karen Dayana Garcia

Alvaro Medina Flores

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Publish April 24, 2025 in the AZUSA BEACON

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. Any vehicles sold will be under Section 3071 of motor vehicle code.

The undersigned will be sold by competitive bidding at BID13 on or after the 8th day of May, 2025 at 10:00 AM or later, on the prem-ises where said property has been stored and which are located at

Mt. Olive Storage

1500 Crestfield Drive

Duarte, CA 91010

State of California

Units sold appear to contain: Miscellaneous furniture, miscellaneous household goods, boxes of personal effects, tools, luggage, bags of clothes, electronic items, toys, shelving units

Belonging to:

E15 Lawson Beckwith

G55 Johanna Haugen

H59 George Stump

D107 Wayne D Murray

C56 Wayne D Murray

D63 Debbie Ross

D61 Debbie Ross

Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in CASH ONLY. All purchased items sold as is and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

Bid 13 HST License # 864431754

Publish April 24, 2025 in The DUARTE DISPATCH

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 334084-BY

(1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described.

(2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: UCBOOKELEY LLC, 57 WHEELER AVE., UNIT A, ARCADIA, CA 91006-3214

(3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: SAME AS ABOVE

(4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: RY'S POKE CA LLC, 57 WHEELER AVE.,

UNIT A, ARCADIA, CA 91006-3214

(5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are ALL FIXTURE AND EQUIPMENT of that certain business located at: 57 WHEELER AVE, UNIT A, ARCADIA, CA 91006-3214

(6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that location is: TEA MARU

(7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is 05/12/2025 at the office of JADE ESCROW INC., 9604 LAS TUNAS DRIVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 Escrow No. 334084-BY Escrow Officer: BETTY SIT.

(8) Claims may be filed with Same as "7" above.

(9) The last date for filing claims is 05/09/25.

(10) This Bulk Sale IS subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code.

(11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: NONE

Dated: APRIL 16, 2025

Transferees: RY'S POKE CA LLC, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION BY: WEISI CAI, MANAGER 4/24/25 CNS-3918581# ARCADIA WEEKLY

T.S. No.: 2024-01895-CA

A.P.N.:8417-020-020

Property Address: 16139 EAST QUEENSIDE DRIVE, COVINA AREA, CA 91722

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다

NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO

TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP

LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH

BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG

TÀI LIỆU NÀY

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.

Trustor: MARISOL L OBANDO, A SINGLE WOMAN

Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC

Deed of Trust Recorded 12/08/2006 as Instrument No. 06 2728408 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California,

Date of Sale: 05/21/2025 at 11:00 AM

Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766

Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 386,655.17 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 16139 EAST QUEENSIDE DRIVE, COVINA AREA, CA 91722

A.P.N.: 8417-020-020

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 386,655.17.

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure,

or visit this Internet Web site https://www. altisource.com/loginpage.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2024-01895CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction, if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866)-960-8299, or visit this internet website https://www.altisource.com/loginpage.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case 2024-01895-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional im-

Public Notices

‘A Man of No Importance’ celebrates theater, friendship at A Noise Within

By Staff

Step into 1960s Dublin, where an amateur theater group and its passionate leader attempt to bring Oscar Wilde’s “Salome” to life against all odds. A Noise Within presents “A Man of No Importance,” an evocative, intimate musical gem from the Tony Award-winning team behind “Ragtime”: composer Stephen Flaherty, lyricist Lynn Ahrens, and bookwriter Terrence McNally. With ANW co-artistic director Julia Rodriguez–Elliott at the helm alongside music director Rod Bagheri, “A Man of No Importance” opens May 10 for a fourweek run through June 1. Previews begin May 4. Kasey Mahaffy stars as bus conductor Alfie Byrne. Alfie has two joys in life: the poetry of Oscar Wilde and staging amateur productions with his local theater troupe, the St. Imelda Players. But when he opts to stage a production of “Salome,” this man of seemingly no importance must

confront religious objections while facing the forces of bigotry and shame over a love “that dare not speak its name.” Inspired by a 1994 film starring Albert Finney, “A Man of No Importance” combines the depth of drama with the lyricism and comedy of musical theater. A live, five-piece orchestra featuring violin and reeds lends a bit of blas áitiúil (Irish flavor).

“It’s a story about our collective humanity, and recognizing that in each other,” says RodriguezElliott. “About the need for love and acceptance, about ‘otherness,’ and, at the same time, a celebration of theater and community. A group of ordinary, working class people comes together to create theater, and that is when they’re most alive.”

Performances of A Man of No Importance take place May 10 through June 1 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; with matinees on Satur-

days and Sundays at 2 p.m. (no matinee on Saturday, May 10). Four preview performances take place on Sunday, May 4, at 2 p.m., and on Wednesday, May 7; Thursday, May 8; and Friday, May 9, each at 7:30 p.m.

A one-hour INsiders Discussion Group will take place prior to the matinee on Sunday, May 11, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Post–performance conversations with the artists will take place every Friday (except the preview) and on Sunday, May 18. The 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, May 24 will provide access to patrons who are blind or with low vision via audio description, including pre-show notes describing the visual appearance of the characters, sets and costumes and a live narrative description of the show in real time (earpieces are provided). The 2 p.m. matinee performances on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1, will offer closed captioning for

patrons who are deaf or have hearing loss via the GalaPro theater accessibility app (available on iOS and Android devices). Student matinees are scheduled on select weekdays at 10:30 a.m.; interested educators should email education@ anoisewithin.org.

Tickets to “A Man of No

Stuart Waldman, president of the Valley Industry and Commerce Association, a San Fernando Valley business group, faulted LA officials for mismanaging the city's finances, saying they have been too generous when negotiating workforce salaries.

“They did it to themselves,” he told the Los Angeles Times. “The city entered into a bad deal with city employees to give them massive raises, and now it’s coming back to bite us.”

To help generate more revenue, the City Council approved a steep increase in trash collection fees — 54% for single-family residences

and 130% for multifamily properties.

Meanwhile, Bass expressed hopes for state assistance from Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Legislature to help alleviate financial strains.

The mayor touted a 10% reduction in street homelessness and a 14% decrease in homicides, which she said are indicators of the city's capacity for resilience. She said the "fast pace" of recovery from the Palisades Fire, in her view, stands as a testament to the city's ability to rebound from disaster.

Councilwoman Traci Park, whose district includes

Pacific Palisades, has backed measures to streamline rebuilding via waivers for building permit fees, a motion awaiting evaluation for feasibility. Bass praised the rapid restoration of utilities in fire-impacted areas.

“We know the faster we can rebuild, the faster we can heal," Bass said.

However, the fiscal hurdles remain formidable with further cuts likely as revenue sources, including business and property taxes, continue to dwindle amid economic uncertainty. Unanticipated expenditures, such as legal settlement payouts, have exacerbated the financial burden,

peaking liability costs to $300 million this year — a threefold increase compared with annual norms.

In crafting her budget, Bass avoided reducing police force numbers, but the Los Angeles Police Department anticipates finishing the current fiscal year with a slight reduction in its ranks to 8,733 sworn officers. The mayor’s plan projects the LAPD will finish fiscal year 2025-26 with 8,639 officers.

The proposed budget calls for the LA Fire Department to receive a 12.7% increase. The plan adds 277 new positions and calls for more paramedics, mechanics and fast

Importance” start at $51.50 (including fees). Student tickets start at $20. Tickets to the preview performances on Wednesday, May 7, and Thursday, May 8, will be Pay What You Choose starting at $10 (available online beginning at noon the Monday prior, and at the box office beginning at 2 p.m. on the day of the performance). Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.

response vehicles equipped to respond to an increasing number of calls for help from people experiencing homelessness.

Bass is also proposing to eliminate the Health and Climate Emergency Mobilization committees, while consolidating the departments of aging, economic and workforce development and youth development into one agency. The proposed budget also combines the Commission for Community and Family Services with the Community Action Agency board and the Affordable Housing Commission with the Rent Adjustment Commission.

A Noise Within is located at 3352 E. Foothill Blvd. in Pasadena. For more information and to purchase tickets, call (626) 356–3100 or go to www.anoisewithin. org.

As the city gets set to host the 2028 Summer Olympics, Bass emphasized the need for a citywide transformation and concluded her address with a hopeful tone amid the looming challenges. Reflecting on LA's resilience, she affirmed the city's commitment to overcoming its current trials and preparing for a brighter future symbolized by the Olympics.

"So, LA — let’s go win," Bass said. "Let’s win on the world stage, yes — but let’s especially win here at home."

The City Council has until June 1 to consider and approve a 2025-26 spending plan.

Kasey Mahaffy. | Photo by Daniel Reichert

The15thannual

Eclectic Music Festival and Arts Crawl is set to return next weekend to South Pasadena.

The free, family-friendly event on Saturday, April 26 from 3-10 p.m. will feature more than 50 musical acts, an Artisans’ Alley, a children’s zone, beer gardens, food trucks and art activities, all hosted at local businesses, organizers said.

Concert promoter Sid The Cat will bring festival programming this year to the so-called “Gold Line Stage” at Mission Street and Meridian Avenue. Nine other stages will feature a wide range of musical styles from jazz to indie rock and up-andcoming singer-songwriters to veterans of the Los Angelesarea music scene.

Longtime festival Music Director Brad Colerick returns to program a large

Eclectic Music Festival to return to South Pasadena

By Staff

outdoor stage at Mission Street and Fremont Avenue. Colerick also works with merchants hosting stages throughout South Pasadena at Canoe House, Mamma’s Brick Oven Pizza, SPARC Gallery, The Daily by HC, Jeweled Universe, Griffins of Kinsale Pub and Mission Tile

Music, art and commerce intermingle throughout the annual event, with South Pasadena’s retail stores, art merchants and restaurants presenting pop-up galleries and art activities. Artisans’ Alley is a curated marketplace with 50 vendors offering

unique and hand-crafted items that provides festivalgoers an abundance of goods and artwork to explore while enjoying live music.

The festival's website TheEclectic.Rocks has more information. Event sponsors include Knox & Dobson, Athens, Epitaph/ANTI

Records and the Institute for the Redesign of Learning. The festival is produced by the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and co-sponsored by the city.

Organizers encouraged attendees to RSVP online and bike, walk or take the Metro A Line to the South Pasadena

station. Vehicle parking will be available at the Arroyo Golf Course and in the city's free public parking areas off Mission Street, where a free Artmobile shuttle will transport festival attendees.

"The Eclectic," as it's popularly known, "has grown from a humble beginning in a parking lot with a couple of local bands and a few dozen attendees into a signature event for the city," according to organizers. "It now features dozens of diverse musical acts, one-of-a-kind artisans and makers, interactive activities, open galleries, and beer and wine gardens and attracts over 12,000 attendees from across Southern California." For questions or additional information, contact Laurie Wheeler or Diane Lombard from the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, 626-441-2339 or info@ southpasadena.net.

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| Image courtesy of the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce

Judge delays Menendez resentencing hearing

By Staff

Ajudge in Los Angeles has postponed the Menendez brothers resentencing hearing to consider a new risk assessment report, extending a legal saga that has garnered public attention for decades.

Erik and Lyle Menendez, convicted in the 1989 murders of their parents, are hoping for a reduced sentence that could potentially lead to parole, but on April 17 the hearing was delayed until next month. The judge's decision followed heated discussions in the Van Nuys courtroom over the relevance and admissibility of a comprehensive risk assessment report by the state parole board — an evaluation ordered by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

The case's key question is whether the Menendez brothers, who were sentenced in 1996 to life in state prison without parole, have sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant a reduction to 50 years to life. Such a reduction is pivotal because the brothers were under 26 years old at the time of the grizzly shotgun murders, making them eligible for parole under California's law regarding youth offenders.

The scheduled hearing faced an early hurdle when Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Jesic called for a recess to clarify whether the governor's report could factor into the resentencing deliberations.

“I need clarification from the governor's office,” Jesic

said, according to published reports. “This is stupid.”

Prosecutors had already reviewed the report, prompting them to file for a postponement, arguing its relevance in evaluating the brothers' potential risk to society.

“The completion of the Comprehensive Risk Assessments is a significant development in this case,” LA County District Attorney Hochman said in a statement. “It’s critical that Judge Jesic has sufficient time to thoroughly examine its findings and make an informed decision on its admissibility — before any resentencing hearing moves forward. A decision of this magnitude demands the most current and comprehensive information available. These updated Comprehensive Risk Assessments provide crucial insight into whether the inmates pose an unreasonable risk to public safety today.”

Mark Geragos, the attorney representing Erik Menendez, criticized Hochman for making the report a public matter prematurely.

"What has happened here should never happen in a criminal justice system," Geragos asserted during the tense proceedings.

Deputy District Attorney Habib Balian, however, maintained the necessity of incorporating the report, given its insights into potential future risks posed by the brothers.

“If there is a report out there assessing the risk of

violence, how do we not use it?" Habib said.

Adding to the courtroom tension was the DA's display of graphic crime scene photos during the hearing.

Bryan Freedman, another attorney aligned with the Menendez family, decried the move, emphasizing the emotional toll it took on family members present.

"That's not dignity," Freedman remarked. "That's disrespect. That's harassment."

The Menendez story has resonated beyond the courtroom, with public interest sustained by dramatizations, including “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” and recent documentaries. Despite public scrutiny, members of the extended Menendez family, barring a late uncle, have expressed forgiveness and support for the brothers' release.

Legal arguments continue to revolve around the brothers’ defense claims of enduring years of sexual abuse by their father, a point prosecutors contest. They argue that the brothers orchestrated the killings to gain access to their parents' wealth, a narrative central to their conviction.

The defense, led by former District Attorney George Gascón’s petition for resentencing, highlights the brothers’ rehabilitation efforts and contributions within the correctional system since their imprisonment.

The hearing is set to resume May 9 in Van Nuys.

Erik and Lyle Menendez are serving life in prison without parole for killing their parents in 1989.

| Photos courtesy of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

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Baldwin Park City Notices

CITY OF BALDWIN PARK NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing to consider the following case will be held at 7:00 p.m. by the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. The Council Chamber will be open to the public in accordance with health official’s recommendations. Live audio of the hearing will be available via YouTube by clicking on the YouTube icon located on the upper right-hand corner of the City of Baldwin Park Webpage www.BaldwinPark.com.

If you wish to comment on this agenda item and are unable to physically appear in person, please email your name, City of residence, and a phone number where you will be available between the hours of 7:00 PM during the City Council meeting to comments@baldwinpark.com. You will be contacted by a staff member and will be granted 3 (three) minutes to speak live during the meeting.

CASE NUMBER: Conditional Use Permit No. CP 23-05 and Design Review No. PR 23-21

ADDRESS: 14412 & 14424 Joanbridge Street (Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 8414-023-010 & -011).

REQUEST: Appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow a recreational facility (indoor/outdoor soccer facility) use and a Design Review to review the building architecture and site design (Location: 14412 & 14424 Joanbridge Street; Applicant: Trinidad Campbell; Case Number: CP 23-05 and PR 23-21).

CEQA: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, a Class 32 (Infill development) categorial exemption has been prepared for this project. This project qualifies for a Class 32 exemption meets the required conditions for this exemption type, which are: a) consistency with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan polices as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations, b) occurrence of the development within the city limits and is on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses, c) the site having no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species, d) approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality, and e) the site can be served by all required utilities and public services.

If in the future anyone wishes to challenge a decision of the City Council in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raise at the public hearing described above or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

If further information is desired on the above case, please contact Nick Baldwin, Acting Community Development Department Director/City Planner of the Planning Division at (626) 960-4011 Ext.475 or nbaldwin@baldwinparkca.gov and refer to the case number. If you are aware of someone who would be interested in becoming informed of the contemplated action, please pass this notice along as a community service. Para información en Español referente a este caso, favor de llamar Associate Planner Jesus AstorgaRios al (626) 960-4011 Ext. 489. Published on April 24,2025 BALDWIN PARK PRESS

Glendale City Notices

ENVIRONMENTAL

The project is exempt from CEQA review as a Class 1 “Existing Facilities” exemption, pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines. The project meets all the findings required by Section 15301 to qualify for this categorical exemption.

PENDING DECISION AND COMMENTS

Copies of plans, staff analysis, and the proposed decision letter are available at http://www. glendaleca.gov/planning/pending-decisions.

If you would like to review plans, submit comments, or be notified of the decision, please contact case planner Wyatt Berger at (818) 937-8171 or WBerger@glendaleca.gov

DECISION

On or after May 7, 2025, the Community Development Director will make a written decision regarding this request.

APPEAL

After the Director has made a decision, any person may file an appeal within 15 days of the written decision. Appeal forms are available at https://www.glendaleca.gov/home/ showdocument?id=11926

Dr. Suzie Abajian, The City Clerk of the City of Glendale

Publish April 24, 2025

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

Pasadena City Notices

Notice of Public Hearing City Council

Notice of Public Hearing to Extend an Uncodified Ordinance to Suspend/Modify Zoning Development Standards and Processes for Rebuilding Structures Damaged due to the Eaton Fire and Time Extensions for Zoning Entitlements and Building Permits

Subject: On March 24, 2025, the City Council adopted uncodified Ordinance No. 7444 to suspend and/or modify development standards and processes in the Zoning Code for rebuilding structures damaged by the Eaton Fire and provide time extensions for certain land use entitlements and permits, granted in compliance with Title 17 (Zoning Code) and Title 16 (Subdivisions). The ordinance was published on March 27, 2025 and is only valid for 45 days from the date of publication. The Planning and Community Development Department is bringing forward a resolution to extend the validity period.

Environmental Determination: The City Council will be asked to consider whether the proposed project is exempt from or subject to environmental review pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Public Resources Code §21080(b)(3), related to projects to maintain, repair, restore, demolish, or replace property or facilities damaged or destroyed as a result of a disaster in a disaster-stricken area in which a state of emergency has been proclaimed by the Governor pursuant to the California Emergency Services Act, commencing with Section 8550 of the Government Code.

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

Date: Monday, May 5, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

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

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

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

Contact Person: Luis Rocha

Phone: (626) 744-6747

E-mail: lrocha@cityofpasadena.net

Website: www.cityofpasadena.net/planning

Mailing Address:

Planning & Community Development Department

Planning Division, Current Planning Section 175 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

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

Publish April 24, 2025

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Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LYDIA VIRGINIA MARQUEZ aka LYDIA MARQUEZ

Case No. 25STPB04069

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LYDIA VIRGINIA MARQUEZ aka LYDIA MARQUEZ

A PETITION FOR PROBATE

has been filed by Pauline Frances Irene Morales in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Pauline Frances Irene Morales be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

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

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 21, 2025 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 67 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

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

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

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

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: KATHRINE D STAPLETON ESQ SBN 301566

STAPLETON & STAPLETON 401 E ROWLAND AVE COVINA CA 91723

CN115940 MARQUEZ Apr 17,21,24, 2025 BALDWIN PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

RANDY NEIL VILLANUEVA AKA RANDY N. VILLANUEVA AKA RANDY VILLANUEVA CASE NO. 25STPB04077

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RANDY NEIL VILLANUEVA AKA RANDY N. VILLANUEVA AKA RANDY VILLANUEVA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERTA LISA VILLANUEVA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ROBERTA LISA VILLANUEVA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority.

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/12/25 at 8:30AM in Dept. 2D located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

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

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

STEPHEN MARC DRUCKER - SBN 76279 LEGAL ACTION WORKSHOP, PC 417A NORTH GLENDALE AVENUE, UNIT A GLENDALE CA 91206

Telephone (818) 246-0073 4/17, 4/21, 4/24/25 CNS-3915847# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DONITA L. SHORT aka DONITA LOUISE SHORT Case No. 25STPB02819 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of DONITA L. SHORT aka DONITA LOUISE SHORT A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Kevin Short in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Kevin Short be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on June 13, 2025 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 29 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section

Judge orders plan for closing LA County's Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

Afederal judge on Friday ordered Los AngelesCounty to start planning to move youth detainees out of the troubled Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall in Downey.

State regulators in December declared the county Probation Department facility unsuitable to house the approximately 300 young people detained there with criminal cases pending in court. The California Board of State and Community Corrections, or BSCC cited several problems, with staffing deficiencies at the top of the list.

The county, however, does not have a suitable alternative facility to house Los Padrinos detainees and has continued to operate the facility despite the state board's order.

The LA County Public Defender's Office has called for Los Padrinos to close following the state order, claiming young people in the facility are not safe.

"The Probation Depart-

ment’s chaos creates dangerous ripple effects on our youth’s safety," according to the Public Defender's Office. "Time and again, in report after report, we’ve seen neglect, mismanagement and abuse, all while officials insist that change is coming.

"The court’s order today is a step in the right direction," the agency's statement continued. "We look forward to participating in the development of the plan to depopulate Los Padrinos."

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Espinoza, who has been considering the issue in connection with a murder case involving a Los Padrinos detainee. On Friday Espinoza directed the Probation Department to return to court in May with a plan for relocating the youth held at the facility.

A Probation Department statement Friday afternoon said officials will "move swiftly to implement a depopulation plan for Los

Padrinos Hall that aligns with our broader facilities strategy and prioritizes public safety."

Probation officials were "grateful that Judge Espinoza recognized the progress the department has made and upheld the importance of a measured approach — one that avoids the release of youth and supports a safe and orderly transition to other youth facilities," the statement continued. "Our existing proposed global facilities plan already called for relocating high-needs young men and women from Los Padrinos, and this ruling allows us to accelerate that effort. We remain fully committed to protecting the well-being of both the young people in our care and our staff, and will continue to work and collaborate closely with our county and state partners.

"To meet the demands of this emergency and will continue to implement the long-term reforms needed to create safer, more reha-

bilitative environments across our juvenile system,” according to the Probation Department.

LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn said she supports the state's order to close the facility.

"There are young people in Los Padrinos who should be moved to alternate facilities, but there are also many who can and should be safely released back home, monitored with ankle monitors, or cared for in community-based placements like a Boys Republic," Hahn said in a statement. "At this time, my ultimate

concern is for the well-being of the hundreds of young people in our care who have not been getting what they need to rehabilitate."

Management and operational issues have plagued Los Padrinos since its hasty 2023 reopening to house detainees moved from Central Juvenile Hall in Boyle Heights and Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall in Sylmar. The BSCC ordered the county to close both of those facilities.

Since the relocation, Los Padrinos has suffered from short-staffing, escape attempts and allegations of

violence among detainees — sometimes while probation officers allegedly stood by without intervening.

In March, 30 probation officers were facing criminal charges in connection with alleged cases of youth detainee violence at the facility. According to prosecutors, probation officers would stage "gladiator fights" among the detainees. California Attorney General Rob Bonta's office alleged 69 fights were allowed to take place involving youths housed at the facility between July and December 2023.

Sharon Kwan is Arcadia's 1st female Asian American mayor

By Staff

Arcadia City Councilwoman Sharon Kwan was sworn in as mayor on Tuesday to become the first female Asian American to hold the designation.

Councilman Michael Cao served as mayor since July. Councilwoman Eileen Wang is now the mayor pro tem. Kwan was elected to the council's District 2 seat in November 2022. Prior to her election, Kwan served for a decade as president of Arcadia’s Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners Association. She is also a board member for the USC Arcadia Hospital Foundation and the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association.

“It has been a joy to call

this incredible place home for over 20 years,” Kwan said in a statement. “Now, as mayor of Arcadia, I am humbled to serve as both a leader and a voice for our city. I want every family to find not just shelter in Arcadia, but a community that honors their story, respects their hard work and helps build the future their children deserve.”

Fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese, Kwan is committed to bridging cultures and fostering unity, according to the city.

"With deep roots in the community and a profound appreciation for its diversity, she is uniquely posi-

tioned to build connections across all walks of life, from longtime residents to high school students eager to get involved and make a difference," city officials said in a statement. "As a woman of color and successful small business owner, Mayor Kwan has long been an advocate for women in leadership."

A mother of four, Kwan has instilled the value of education within her own family and also with the city's young people, officials said. She regularly supports students from the Arcadia Unified School District.

In remarks at her oath of office ceremony, Kwan reiterated her focus on public safety, transparency and fiscal stewardship during her mayoral term.

| Photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County Probation Department

Councilwoman Sharon Kwan delivers remarks after being named Arcadia's first female Asian American mayor. | Photo courtesy of the city of Arcadia

first served), access to free clothing and hygiene products, and free admission to the Autry Museum.

"Navigating adulthood can be overwhelming, especially for foster youth who often lack the support systems many take for granted," says Jackie Broxton, president and CEO of the Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation. “This fair is about creating connections—whether it’s to a college, a mentor, or a future career path—so they can take concrete steps toward a better future.”

The fair is open to anyone who has been in the foster care system in Los Angeles, as well as kinship care families and foster parents. The fair is supported by the Youth Development Services Division of the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services and California Lutheran Homes and Community Services. Donors interested in contributing to the event can contact Jackie Broxton at jb@biddymason.com.

Registration for exhibitors and attendees is open now. To sign up, visit resourcefair25. eventbrite.com.

on rate requests submitted last summer. According to the State Farm, which is the largest insurer in the nation, the company expects to pay more than $7 billion in claims as a result of the devastating fires.

After a public hearing April 8, the Insurance Department and State Farm reached an agreement that is awaiting a judge's approval before it can go into effect. Starting in June, policyholders could see an average increase of 17% for home insurance. State Farm first sought a 22% increase but reduced it at the hearing last week. The insurer also seeks rate hikes of 15% for renters and condos and 38% for rental dwellings.

The emergency rate increases are necessary to prevent State Farm — which has 20% of the California insurance market — from going bankrupt, according to Lara's department. As part of the agreement, the State Farm would provide the state with $500 million from its parent company State Farm Mutual and would also commit to pause nonrenewals of homeowner policies through the end of 2025.

Chen and EFSN members challenged those claims.

"State Farm isn't just refusing to pay what they owe to Eaton Fire survivors, they want to charge us more for the privilege of being their customers," Chen said. "And Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara is on the verge of rewarding them. His job is to protect consumers, not reward corporate misbehavior."

Consumer Watchdog Executive Director Carmen Balber added, "Last week's

proceedings made it clear: State Farm's request does not meet the legal standard for a rate increase. Approving it would set a dangerous precedent, letting insurers bypass consumer protections and shift costs onto struggling families."

"They've told us it's fine for our children to sleep on beds contaminated with lead, even though there's no EPAapproved method for cleaning soft goods exposed to it," she said.

Other EFSN members detailed their troubles with State Farm's disaster response, noting significant gaps between what they've spent recovering from the fire and reimbursements they've received from the insurer.

Kelsey Szamet, a mother of two children whose life was uprooted by the Eaton Fire, said her family has spent $199,000 recovering from the fire and has received $54,000 from State Farm.

"We felt lucky our home was saved, but that relief didn't last," Szamet said. "We just want our children to come home to a place that won't make them sick. We're asking State Farm to do what they promised, to help make our

homes livable again."

Andrew Wessels, a father of a 1-year-old baby and 5-year-old kindergartner, said, "Rather than restore our home to safety after the Eaton Fire, they've suggested we simply perform basic cleaning and return our children to rooms where lead dust coats their toys, clothing and play areas."

The Eaton Fire Survivors Network sent Lara a letter documenting members' experiences with State Farm. Chen said the accounts highlighted five patterns that policyholders experienced: feelings of betrayal, stonewalling, toxic homes and inadequate remediation, financial devastation as the insurer delays or disputes claims and a severe emotional toll.

Chen noted that if State Farm receives the rate increase, it could cost homeowners an average of $460 annually, with families in wildfire-affected areas paying more.

Chen observed that the main factor in Altadena's recovery is residents' access to insurance payouts. She urged fire survivors and impacted policyholders to sign onto their letter at EFSurvivors.net and to share it.

Members of the Eaton Fire Survivors Network speak to reporters April 17 in front of the State Farm disaster recovery tent in Altadena. | Photo courtesy of the Eaton Fire Survivors Network/YouTube

Attendees at BMCF’s Foster Youth Resource Fair last year. | Photo courtesy of BMCF