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ak Crest Institute of Science (Oak Crest), a local non-profit science research and education organization, has been approved for full funding support through the i6 Challenge program under the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Regional Innovation Strategies (RIS) Program. The prestigious grant award will help fund the Monrovia – Oak Crest Science and Technology Incubator Program (MOST-IP), an innovative science and technology initiative aimed at building regional capacity to translate innovations into jobs through proof-of-concept and commercialization assistance to innovators and entrepreneurs.

Of note, the i6 Challenge program was highly competitive, with only 22 awardees out of 183 applications in 2019. Furthermore, Oak Crest is one of only two awardees from California.

“This is fantastic news for the development of our startup infrastructure and the continuing workforce development at Oak Crest. The combination of our know-how, infrastructure and the support of our partners will enable us to accelerate the commercialization of new technologies while also training students on how it’s done. It’s a win-win situation all around,” said Dr. Chris Buser, the grant’s principal investigator and Oak Crest senior faculty.

In collaboration with the City of Monrovia and Newton World Enterprises LLC, Oak Crest launched the MOST-IP to develop and mature SEE GRANT PAGE 4

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How to Achieve Weight Loss Success Without a Personal Trainer

Monrovia Student Honored by the Make-A-Wish Foundation

Monrovia Splits Pair of League-Opening Matches

Instead of trying to convince you not to pursue a route of working with a trainer, I’m going to break down the common reasons why people look to me for help and share with you the same tactics and strategies that...

At just five years old, Plymouth Elementary kindergarten student Addison Iylah MacLellan has inspired her family, friends, and doctors with her remarkable resilience and bravery through more than...

The Monrovia girls’ soccer team has experienced some turbulence this season but can still manage to make a serious run at the Rio Hondo League crown.

After opening the season 4-0-1, Wildcats seemed very poised to not...

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Arcadia Veteran Wins New Car Christmas came three days later for Navy veteran Adrian Palacios, when his name was randomly pulled in a drawing held last week in which he won a super clean previously owned Toyota Prius at VJ's Auto Repair “Vehicle for Veteran” give-a-way.

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The event, held at Pasadena High School’s newly remodeled gymnasium, was expected to garner protest but rains earlier in the day may have prevented people from expressing their First Amendment rights. There were a few people from the ACLU and POP (Pasadenans Organizing for Progress) handing out their hopes for civilian oversight and changes in Pasadena Police Department’s use of force policy. However, there were no other visible or audible protests prior to or during the mayor’s speech.

Brandshaw Comments at Duarte kiwanis Meeting Makes Change Steve Bradshaw of Burrtec

Waste Industries trash talked at a recent Duarte Kiwanis meeting.

Restaurants can partner with Burrtec to support a food rescue program within its existing Food Waste Recycling efforts to help divert edible food waste to local communities in need.

ered at the scene. Neither the involved officer, the suspect, nor any member of the community were injured during the incident.

Adults Enjoy Recess at Arcadia Public Library

The United States Youth Volleyball League (USYVL) announced that registration is open for the 2019 Fall Leagues. The Duarte USYVL runs from Wednesday, Sept.

11, 2019 – Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 on Wednesdays: 5:30-6:30 p.m. & Saturdays: 10-11 a.m. at Encanto Park in Duarte. The registration fee includes a volleyball, uniform t-shirt, and participation medal for each participant. For information on registration, programs, locations, or schedules visit usyvl.org or contact us at (888) 988-7985 or info@ usyvl.org.

Join Arcadia Public Library on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. for Adult Recess, where adults can play, craft, color, and more.

Adult Recess on Tuesday, Feb. 5, will feature rock painting—and the option of coloring. Supplies, snacks, and drinks are provided.

This event is open to adults ages 18 and up. Registration is only required for the rock painting activity.

Officer Involved Shooting in Pasadena During the foot chase, the suspect produced a handgun which led a Pasadena officer to fire shots. Though uninjured, the suspect fell to the ground and was taken into custody without further incident. A firearm was recov-

Registration For Fall 2019 Youth Volleyball League in Duarte

Chinese New Year at Arcadia Public Library Children and their families are invited to a Chinese New Year celebration at the Arcadia Public Library (APL) on Saturday, Jan. 26, at 2:30 p.m.

On Saturday Feb. 2 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., drop by the Library’s Art Market and receive special APL dollars to purchase supplies to make crafts in celebration of the Lunar New Year.

Teen Shot and Killed at Rose Bowl Pasadena Police responded to the area of Arroyo Boulevard and Seco Street regarding a physical altercation and shots fired. Officers arrived on scene and located the two victims. Despite the life-saving efforts of medical staff, 18-year-old Kamryn Stone, succumbed to his injury. His father told CBS 2 that Kamryn was on the first day of a job working for a company hired to clean up the area. The additional victim was only identified as a 51-year-old white male from Los Angeles. He is in stable condition.

Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to call Pasadena Police at (626)- 744-4241 or you may report information anonymously by calling “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), download the “P3 Tips” mobile app on Google Play or the Apple App Store or by using the website lacrimestoppers.org.

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Monrovian Superstar, Architect Robert Kennard In 1986, Robert Kennard was inducted into the prestigious AIA College of Fellows for excellence in the field of architecture.

Established in 1957, his Kennard Design Group (KDG) is one of the largest and oldest African American architectural firms in Los Angeles. Robert Alexander Kennard (19201995) was a Monrovian who graduated from Monrovia High in 1938. It was Jerome Robinson of USC’s School of Architecture who recently dug into this history in his thesis. Perhaps, Monrovia should better celebrate its own rich heritage.

Robert Kennard was born in Los Angeles to James and Marie Bryan Kennard. James had been a pullman porter. The family moved to Monrovia in 1924. “Grandma wanted to do farming here,” said Gail Kennard, now president of KDG. They built a half acre of orange grove at 533 E. Walnut Ave. in Monrovia.

The Kennards wanted their four children to thrive and complete college, but the children were forced by Monrovia School District to attend the segregated Huntington Elementary. Marie Kennard decided different. She insisted that seven-year old Robert be allowed to attend Wild Rose Elementary that was actually closer to their home. For about two weeks, Robert would walk to Wild Rose where the school administrators would turn him away each day.

James Kennard acquired an attorney.

Monrovia School administrators compromised and allowed Robert to enroll in Orange Avenue (now Monroe) School. Huntington Elementary would remain segregated until 1970.

As an adult, Robert asked his mother why she insisted on such a difficult path for a young boy. Marie said, “Because I wanted

you to know the kind of world you were going to grow up in. You might as well learn now; because don’t think that you’re going to have it easy.”

Aside from his parents, Robert had a handful of teachers that believed in him at the integrated Monrovia High. Edna Chess and Roy Eller encouraged Robert’s passion for drawing. Mr. Eller introduced Robert to the work of pioneering African American architect Paul R. Williams. The seed was sown.

At Pasadena Junior College (PJC), Robert met Benjamin McAdoo of Pasadena. Robert and Benjamin won first and second place in the PJC architectural design competition.

Despite excellent grades, Robert could not afford the $10 admission fee to USC and thought to work first.

Robert wrote 13 letters to architectural firms requesting apprenticeship. In the ensuing seven interviews, he was rejected seven times as architectural firms then “[didn’t] hire colored people.” Robert’s daughter Gail Kennard said, “Perhaps it was more difficult for African Americans to penetrate the Hollywood and architecture industries as their success would become immortal.”

Robert transferred to USC School of Architecture with the G. I. Bill after serving in World War II. Kennard Design Group has worked on more than 800 projects including: LAX Parking Lot 1, 3, 4; Carson City Hall; Van Nuys State Office Building; and entrance to the Hollywood Bowl.

More importantly, Kennard always invested in mentoring others in ways that he wished he had been mentored. He worked with a lot of women and people of color moving into architecture. Gail, said,

Lydia and Gail Kennard, USC Professor Trudi Sandmeier, and Jerome Robinson at Monrovia Historical Museum on January 2019. – Courtesy photo

“Dad spoke on many career panels – even in elementary schools!”

Jerome Robinson added, “Robert’s mentoring is most obvious in the success of his own three children.” Kennard’s other daughter, Lydia Kennard is now a Trustee at USC and his son William Kennard was an ambassador in the Obama administration.

Gail Kennard also said, “On June 11, 1949, 21 members of the USC graduating class originally attended Monrovia High. Yes, my father was the only African American of this 21. But how many Monrovia High students graduate from USC today?”

Jerome Robinson’s thesis, “An Odyssey in B-Flat: Rediscovering the Life and Times of Master Architect Robert A. Kennard”, is available at the Monrovia Historical Museum at 742 E. Lemon.

On Feb. 23, 1-3 pm, Monrovia Duarte Black Alumni Association presents "Black Migration and Urban Realities" at the Monrovia Community Center. Kennard will be there in spirit.

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internal and external discoveries into products; provide access to laboratory infrastructure, scientific know-how and high-end equipment; teach scientists and diverse students basic entrepreneurial concepts; and support the formation and sustainability of startups through continuing business services.

Since 2011, the City of Monrovia focused its economic development approach to position the city as a premier location for technology and sciencefocused businesses, such as Oak Crest. The ongoing relationship with Oak Crest flourished into a vibrant local science and technology eco-system in Monrovia that links educational institutions with the business community to support continued social and economic growth, and provides workforce development opportunities with a dedicated school-to-jobs pipeline.

“Monrovia is home to a burgeoning high-tech industry where companies, like Oak Crest Institute of Science, are forging new solutions to some of the world’s

biggest problems,” said Oliver Chi, city manager. “We are thrilled that Oak Crest has been awarded with this grant as it will only enhance their operations and provide them with funding to continue to deliver exceptional research, and create high-quality job opportunities here in Monrovia.”

The Oak Crest Institute of Science is an innovative chemistry research and education center that advances the understanding of environmental and medical science through rigorous academic laboratory programs. Their research outcomes are important contributions on both the fundamental and applied levels of chemistry and biology; moreover, they shape public policies affecting regional environmental quality as well as medical care in the developing world.

“This very important, enabling award will allow us to significantly accelerate the development of the local science ecosystem,” said Dr. Marc Baum, president of Oak Crest. “Our goal is to jointly develop a local science and technology hub that organi-

cally integrates education, job creation, and business incubation with strong community participation.

This prestigious grant could not have come at a better time!”

Oak Crest attracts highly skilled scientists who impact their respective disciplines and inspire the next generation of scientists through mentored research. Furthermore, the institute has a strong commitment to the local community, where they consistently engage efforts to mentor Monrovia youth interested in the STEM field, participate as an employer in the city’s summer Youth Employment Service program, and help lead elements of the city’s Junior Researcher Academy and Spring Break SciLab initiatives.

This project is funded by the Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration under award number ED19HDQ0200079. For more information on Oak Crest and the i6 Challenge program award, please contact Chris Buser at c.buser@oak-crest. org or (626) 817-0883.

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Rain, Rain and more Rain in the San Gabriel Valley Highway 39 closed in Azusa due to mudslide

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For a variety of reasons, during the past few months Fire Chief Brad Dover and City Manager Oliver Chi have been concerned with the operations at Schaefer Ambulance. Then last Friday, the city received word that the ambulance company is going out of business. Of note, the information about their pending closure did not come from the company, but rather from contacts that Monrovia staff has cultivated through the years.

Based on the contents of the letter, it appears that the company will be closing effective April 15, 2019. In addition, based on discussions with our field contacts at Schaefer, the employees appear to have been told that the Monrovia operation will be closing at the end of February 2019.

According to Fire Chief Dover, the transition is already underway and is running perfectly smoothly after a test with Verdugo communications.

Care Ambulance, which is under contract with LA County to provide ambu-

lance services for several communities surrounding Monrovia, will be able to step in on an interim basis and assume transportation services for Monrovia.

In addition, given this overall situation, the city shares some general details with everyone regarding how ambulance services are regulated. The overall framework for managing ambulance transportation is established by both the State and each county. Based on State regulations, some local cities (like Arcadia) have the right to perform ambulance services in-house. For all other areas that do not have that legal right, Los Angeles County has established nine Exclusive Operating Areas (EOAs) throughout the county, and once per decade, the county will coordinate a bid process to allow private firms the chance to compete for providing ambulance services in those areas. Of note, Monrovia has been carved out as its own ambulance service area (EOA 2).

Tomb of the Unknown Solider Sentinel Speaks to Monrovia Troop 66

Monrovia Troop and Pack 66 with SPC Ethan Morse. - Photo by Mark Peters

On Jan. 23 2019, the Monrovia Troop 66 had the distinct honor to have SPC. Ethan Morse (Badge #548), a former Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Sentinel, speak to them alongside the Cub Scouts from Monrovia Pack 66, the American Legion Monrovia Post 44, and students from Arcadia Christian School at the Monrovia Community Center.

The lecture was opened by Star Scout and Senior Patrol Leader Willem Aponno calling the colors with Patrol Leader Degas Peters and Asst. Senior Patrol Leader Nathan Juarez carrying the American Flag and American Legion flag.

SPC. Morse captivated the audience for an hour and a half with stories of his time as a Tomb Sentinel and what it took to be a part of the Old Guard. The Scouts could not have been more fortunate to have this experience as to hear first-hand the experiences from a Tomb Sentinel as we are only used to seeing them from behind the ropes in Arlington. The Scouts asked a plethora of questions and kept SPC. Morse on his toes.

SPC. Morse also shared with the group that he is currently attending Officers Candidate

School (OCS).

Ethan Morse is an award winning producer who served in the U.S. Army, and earned badge #548 at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in 2006. Originally from New York, Ethan moved to Southern California after his military service to pursue his dreams. Since moving to Orange County, he met his wife Elizabeth, produced in radio, television, and film, co-founded Time To Kill Productions, and drives a Ford Mustang GT to reach his dreams as fast as humanly possible. To view his film which gives an in-depth look at the life of a Tomb Guard and the history of the Unknowns, you can go to ttkproductions.com/.

Monrovia Troop 66 and American Legion – Monrovia Post 44 was thankful for SPC. Morse for taking the time out of his busy schedule to come speak to them.

If you are interested in more events like this and wish to have a Tomb Sentinel come speak to your group please follow this link: https://tombguard.org/society/programs/ request-community-presentation/

“It never rains in southern California,” Albert Hammond laments in 1972. He wasn’t far wrong.

The last rainfall season (20172018) was the driest for Los Angeles since 2006-2007 and the third driest since rainfall records kept in 1877.

We have undeniably been in a long drought in California so this rain is truly remarkable. Hopefully, nature will get back on course to nurture the soil with the desperately needed rain water that supplies nutrients, add to our low reservoirs, and create a snow cap surplus for the mountains.

Southern California has seen an unusually high amount of rain, thunder and lightning thus far causing delays, accidents and some power outages. But, for the most part, we in the San Gabriel Valley have not had too much in the way of serious mudflow.

However, on Tuesday afternoon, a mud and rockslide closed Keep those umbrellas with you at all times in Highway 39 in Azusa at East Fork the next couple of weeks, you’ll be needing them. Road. According to CalTrans, as of Photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News Wednesday morning, the road is still closed in both directions. People are advised to use an alternative route.

As of the Chinese New year we had 2.70 The national weather forecast calls for inches of rainfall, according to National more rains throughout this and next week. Weather Service as of Feb. 5, 2019, 9:47 a.m.

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Monrovia City Council to Consider Regulations for Street Vending All cities and counties in California are now required to allow sidewalk vendors to sell food and/or products from a mobile cart or from a stationary (but temporary) stand on any city sidewalk or in any city park. This new rule is based on the state approving Senate Bill SB 946.

In Monrovia, city staff is working on instituting limited regulations authorized by the State in order to help manage sidewalk/ street vending activities in the community. On Jan. 15, 2019, the City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 2018-12, which would adopt sidewalk vending regulations for licensing and operating a sidewalk vending operation.

If adopted, the city’s regulations will become effective Feb. 14.

Pursuant to Monrovia’s proposed regulations, if anyone is interested in selling food or products on the sidewalk or in a park, those individuals must first obtain a Monrovia business license, which will also require a valid Los Angeles County Department of Health Permit (if selling

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food), a California seller’s permit, and current liability insurance. The ordinance also restricts the hours of operations and the areas where sidewalk vending is permitted, pursuant to the following guidelines: - Vendors with mobile carts may operate in residential areas between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. during the week and 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays while stationary vendors are not permitted in these areas.

- In commercial and industrial areas, vendors may operate during hours

that are consistent with other businesses in the area.

- Vending will not be permitted in Canyon Park, the Hillside Wilderness Preserve or city parking lots, must maintain a certain distance from schools, intersections, driveways or any event operating with a city issued permit, including Friday Night Family Festival and Monrovia Days.

A summary of the city’s proposed sidewalk vending regulations has been developed, and that document can be viewed at MonroviaWeekly.com.

When the City of Monrovia started its partnership with Lyft, it was anticipated that the old Dial-A-Ride program would be used only by those with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Acts) residents.

However, the city has determined that some non-ADA riders are still using the Dial-A-Ride service rather than Lyft. In response to this, the city is, in the words of City Manager Oliver Chi, “retooling to better serve passengers with ADA needs.”

Starting Feb. 1, Monrovia Transit (the current Dial-A-Ride program) will serve ADA passengers only. To make this system work, these passengers will need

to register for the program in advance.

The city will hold a community meeting starting at 5 p.m. on Jan. 22. The meeting should last approximately 90 minutes.

To register, one needs to fill out a short, one-time form and sign the waiver.

These applications need to be submitted to the Monrovia Community Center at 119 W. Palm, Ave. About five and seven days will be needed to process the form. Anyone with questions regarding this issue may call the city at (626) 256-8234. The form is available on the city website at: cityofmonrovia.org/ home/showdocument?id=19609

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Sept. 5 At 6:21 a.m., an employee from a business in the 2600 block of S. Myrtle called to report a company vehicle had been taken from the property without permission.

The vehicle was last seen on the property September 4 at 7:00 p.m. The vehicle taken was a white, 2006, GMC van.

At 3:03 p.m., an employee from a business in the 1800 block of S. Mountain called to report one of their work trucks had been stolen and was later located in Los Angeles. The vehicle was taken several days earlier, but employees did not notice it missing. The vehicle was entered as stolen and recovered in Los Angeles.

At 11:31 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the 1500 block of S. Myrtle when he saw a subject inside Station Square Park after hours in violation of the city ordinance. The officer attempted to stop the subject, but the subject refused to comply.

The subject was subsequently stopped one block away. A computer check revealed the

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subject had four outstanding warrants for his arrest. He was arrested.

suspect. A computer check revealed she also had two outstanding warrants for her arrest.

Sept. 6 Sept. 8 At 6:56 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported at a business in the 1800 block of S. Mountain. An employee called police to report five of their work trucks had been burglarized and cleaning equipment was stolen.

Sept. 7 At 7:43 p.m., an officer was patrolling the 900 block of W. Huntington when he saw a motorist commit several traffic violations. He stopped the vehicle and found the driver to be heavily intoxicated. After field sobriety tests were conducted, the driver was arrested for DUI. He was taken into custody At 9:57 p.m., security for a business in the 100 block of W. Foothill called police to report they were detaining a female subject for taking merchandise outside the store without paying for it.

Officers responded and, after investigating, arrested the

At 12:09 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 200 block of W. Duarte when he saw a male subject on a bicycle commit a vehicle code violation. He stopped the bicyclist, and a computer check revealed he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was arrested.

At 3:20 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the 2000 block of S. Myrtle when he saw a suspicious male subject carrying two backpacks. He was hiding in the shadows near a residence. The officer contacted the subject, who was found to be in possession of a pipe that had been used to smoke methamphetamine. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody for possession of drug paraphernalia.

At 1:25 p.m., a resident in the 900 block of Royal Oaks called police to report a suspicious subject trespass-

ing on their property. Officers arrived and located the subject standing near the front door of the residence. When officers approached, the subject threw a glass methamphetamine pipe in the planter, which was later recovered.

The suspect was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia.

At 8:35 p.m., a resident in the 1300 block of S. Magnolia called police to report a subject causing a disturbance with family members. Officers arrived and located the subject, who was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested.

Sept. 10 At 10:38 a.m., a caller reported two male subjects at Station Square in the 1600 block of S. Myrtle causing a disturbance. The caller said the subjects were arguing in the bathroom and it sounded as if they were about to fight.

Officers arrived and detained the two subjects, who were now outside the bathroom. A computer check revealed one of the subjects had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested

for the warrant.

At 12:57 p.m., a traffic collision was reported at the intersection of Central and Myrtle. Two vehicles came to a stop at the light for Central and Myrtle. The light turned green and the vehicle in front moved, but then stopped. The vehicle behind rear-ended the one in front. There was very minor damage, but the driver complained of pain.

Sept. 11 At 12:01 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of Stedman Place regarding a subject who was jumping through various properties and broke a window on one of the residences. Officers located the subject on Myrtle and found he had a laceration on his back. The subject was heavily intoxicated. He was positively identified by a witness. The subject was taken to a local hospital for treatment and the investigation is continuing.

September 11 at 5:01 p.m., a theft was reported at a business in the 600 block of W. Huntington. The victim

called police to report her wallet had been stolen from her purse while shopping in the store. When she went to the register to pay for her items, she realized her wallet wasn’t in her purse. She checked with store employees, but nothing had been turned in to them.

Investigation continuing.

September 11 at 6:39 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 600 block of N. Canyon. The victim reported the vehicle was broken into sometime between 4:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The rear passenger window was smashed and a black bag was stolen from the vehicle. Investigation continuing.

At 7:58 p.m., officers were conducting extra patrol at a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain, when they were advised of a shoplifting that had just occurred. Loss Prevention pointed out the vehicle and the officers conducted a traffic stop. The stolen items were located and recovered from the vehicle. One of the suspects was also in possession of burglary tools.

Both of the suspects were arrested and taken into custody.

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A public hearing will be held by the City Council of Monrovia at 7:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at City Hall in the Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, to determine whether or not the following request for Historic Landmark Designation on property located at 324 West Palm Avenue should be approved under Title 17, Historic Preservation Ordinance of the Monrovia Municipal Code.

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APPLICATION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Historic Landmark HL-152 (Resolution No. 2019-54) Margaret L. Mollenkopf 324 West Palm Avenue Monrovia, CA 91016

MONROVIA CITY COUNCIL 415 South Ivy Avenue Monrovia, CA 91016 This Notice is to inform you of a public hearing to determine whether or not the following request should be granted under Title 16 and/or 17 of the Monrovia Municipal Code: APPLICATION:

General Plan Amendment GPA20190002 (Resolution No. 2019-47) and Zone Amendment ZA2019-0001 (Ordinance No. 2019-07)

thority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality City Guidelines, of Monrovia Act (“CEQA”) and the CEQA the Planning Commission Department of Community Development will hold a public hearing toPlanning receiveDivision written and oral comments from interested persons and public agencies regarding the City’s intent planning@ci.monrovia.ca.us (626) 932-5565 to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed project described below.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION

AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC PROJECT TITLE: Tentative Parcel MapHEARING TPM 82736, General Plan The City ofAmendment Monrovia hereby gives notice that pursuant to the authorityZA2019-0002, and criteria contained GPA2019-0001, Zone Amendment Con-in the Cal Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Planning Commission will hold a public hea ditional Use Permitfrom CUP2019-0008 Negative receive written and oral comments interested personsand and Mitigated public agencies regardingDeclarathe City’s intent to ad tion. Declaration for the proposed project described below.

Mitigated Negative

PROJECT TITLE: Tentative Parcel Map TPM 82736, General Amendment PROJECT LOCATION: 115–127 EastPlan Lime AvenueGPA2019-0001, (Assessor’sZone Amen ZA2019-0002, Conditional Use Permit CUP2019-0008 and Mitigated Negative Declaration.

Parcel Numbers [APNs] 8516-012-800, 8516-012-801, and 8516-

012-802).115–127 East Lime Avenue (Assessor’s Parcel Numbers [APNs] 8516-012-800, 8516-0 PROJECT LOCATION: 801, and 8516-012-802).

ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION Categorical Exemption (Class 31) Staff Report pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday, September 26, 2019 after 4:00 p.m. at the Monrovia City Hall, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, Community Development Department/Planning Division.

Este aviso es para informarle sobre una junta pública acerca de la propiedad indicada más arriba.

REQUEST:

Change the General Plan and Zone Si necesita información adicional en español, favor de ponerse en designations from RM3500 (Residencontacto con el Departamento de Planificación al número (626)APPLICANT: 932Monrovia Lime LLC tial Medium Density) to PD-66 (Planned 5526.

APPLICANT: Monrovia Lime 19300 South Hamilton Avenue, SuiteLLC 200 NOTICE OFDevelopment-Area PUBLIC HEARING 66) to create a new Gardena, CA 90248 19300 South Hamilton Avenue, Suite 200 planned development area and develMONROVIA CITY COUNCIL For further information regarding this application, please contact the Gardena, CA 90248 opment guidelines to encourage the PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project is an adaptive re-use of an existing 4-story telecommunic 415 South Ivy Avenue Planning Division at (626) 932-5526. building on a 0.73 acre site. A self-storage facility and manager’s office will occupy approximately 86,729 squa preservation, restoration and adaptive Monrovia, CA 91016 of building space and at ground floor level (facing Lime Avenue) commercial will occupy PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proposed project isstorefronts an adaptive re- approxim reuse of the properties at 525 and 721 5,520 square feet.ofThere 19 on-site parking telecommunications spaces accessible from a 16 foot wide alley Sheri use an are existing 4-story building on alocated 0.73on the nort e is to inform you of a public hearing to determine whether or not the following request should be granted underBermejo South Shamrock Avenue. of the site. d/or 17 of the Monrovia Municipal Code: Planning Division Manager acre site. A self-storage facility and manager’s office will occupy The requestapproximately requires approval of the following: a Tentative Map consolidating three into one parc 86,729 square feet ofParcel building space and at parcels ground TION: General Plan Amendment GPA2019-0002 11, (Resolution No.Planning 2019-47) and Zone PLANNING COMMISSION On September 2019 the amendment to thelevel General Plan and Zoning Map designations changing P/QP (Public/Quasi PUBLISH ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 19, 2019 floor (facing Lime Avenue) commercial storefronts will occu-Public) to Amendment ZA2019-0001 (Ordinance No.recommended 2019-07) DECISION: Commission approval of (Planned Development-Area 5b), a General Plan amendment to include PD-5b guidelines to facilitate the adapt MONROVIA WEEKLY square feet.theThere areself-storage 19 on-site parking use of the py site,approximately and a Conditional5,520 Use Permit to allow proposed facility, managers offic theand proposed project to theRM3500 City Council. : Change the General Plan Zone designations from (Residential Medium from abuilding 16 foot alley located on the north commercial spaces storefrontsaccessible to occupy the existing at thewide subject location.

Density) to PD-66 (Planned Development-Area 66) to create a new planned development side of the site. area and development guidelines to encourage the preservation, restoration and adaptive ENVIRONMENTAL reuse of the properties atCEQA 525 andExemption 721 South Shamrock Avenue.

DETERMINATION: Section 15061(b)(3)

G COMMISSION APPLICANT: City Monrovia : On September 11, 2019 theofPlanning Commission recommended approval of the proposed project to the City 415Council.

South Ivy Avenue

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Monrovia, CA 91016

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MONROVIA CITY COUNCIL 415 SOUTH IVY AVENUE MONROVIA, CA 91016

The building and parking area renovations will include the remodeling of the building’s interior and exterio addition of new landscaping, the inclusion of new parking spaces, and the installation of new fencing. All loadin request approval of the following: a side Tentative Parcel unloading ofThe storage items willrequires be restricted to the parking lot area on the north of the building.

Map consolidating three parcels into one parcel, an amendment

The proposed project will be serviced by existing infrastructure and utilities, including water (Upper San Gabriel V to the General Plan Water and District), Zoningsewer Map(Sanitation designations P/QP Municipal Water District and Municipal Districts changing of Los Angeles County), storm

(Public/Quasi Public) to PD-5b (Planned Development-Area 5b), a General Plan amendment to include PD-5b guidelines to facilitate

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Did You Know That August is National Black Business Month?

National Black Business Month was designed to recognize black-owned businesses around the country. “Black business owners account for about 10% of U.S. businesses and about 30 percent of all minority-owned businesses” reports the 2018 U.S. Census Bureau. Some of the largest and most profitable black owned businesses are run by women.

For example, Carol’s Daughter, owned by Lisa Price. The 26-year-old company originally set out to do fragrance in 1993, but by popular demand directed their attention to hair products for women of color. Price saw that there weren’t enough diverse hair care products for all types of black women and their individual curl patterns. They have recently launched a new campaign and a series of corresponding videos and hashtags called “No Apologies, Born and Made” that seek to encourage women to embrace their individuality.

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Lisa Price. – Courtesy photo / @carolsdaughter

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Jan. 11 – Jan. 17 Jan. 11 Aparna Nancherla at Jones Coffee Roasters, Jan. 11 from 8:30-10 p.m. (693 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105).

Every month, comedians Rachel Mac and Amy Silverberg treat Pasadena to a month of stellar stand-up comedy and the first comedian to take the stage will be Aparna Nancherla of “Inside Amy Schumer” and “Totally Biased.” Tickets are $5. For more information, visit Eventbrite.com.

– PASADENA The San Pedro Slim Band at Arcadia Blues Club, Jan. 11 from 7-11:30 p.m. (16 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91006). San Pedro Slim is a singer, songwriter, and harmonica player who has toured Europe and released various CDs. Tickets are $10.

For more information, visit ArcadiaBluesClub.com.

- ARCADIA

Jan. 12 Cheryl Barnes Band at Nano Café, Jan. 12 from 7:30-9:30 p.m.

(322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024). Spend a dynamic evening dancing, dining, drinking and having fun with friends. Admission is free but food and drinks are not. To make reservations, call (626) 325-3334. For more information, visit @TheNanoCafe on Facebook.

– SIERRA MADRE Music Generation at Myrtle Tree Café, Jan. 12 from 7:30-10 p.m.

(405 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). Hear your favorite ‘80s, ‘90s, and contemporary hits played live. Admission is free and there will be specials on beer and wine all night. For more information, visit @Myrtletreecafe on Facebook.

– MONROVIA

Young Dubliners at The Rose – Pasadena, Jan. 12 at 9 p.m. (245 E. Green St., Pasadena, CA 91101). The Young Dubliners have built a fervent fan base with their style of playing older songs people love and mixing them with new songs. Tickets range from $24 to $38. For more information, visit WhereMusicMeetsTheSoul.com.

- PASADENA

Jan. 14 Mickey and Dick Flacks at Vroman’s Bookstore, Jan. 14 at 7 p.m.

(695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101). The Flacks’ story, chronicled in their book “Making History Making Blintzes,” is a valuable first-hand account of how progressive American activism has evolved over the last 100 years and they will be on hand to discuss the book and sign copies. The event is free but those wishing to get books signed must purchase at least one copy of the author’s most recent title from Vroman’s. For more information, visit VromansBookstore.com.

- PASADENA

Jan. 15 Songwriter Serenade at Matt Denny’s Ale House, Jan. 15 from 7-9:30 p.m. (145 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91006). Alias Means, 2Ton Bridge, and Christopher Lockett will perform their original music. Admission is free but food and drinks are not. For more information, visit JCHyke.com.

– ARCADIA Burton Zimmer Blues Band at The Mixx, Jan. 15 from 8 p.m. – midnight (443 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101). Burton Zimmer is a true slide guitar player from the Californian blues scene. There is no cover charge for this event. For more information, visit TheMixxPasadena.com.

- PASADENA

Jan. 16 Trivia Night at Mt. Lowe Brewing Co., Jan. 16 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. (150 E. Saint Joseph St., Arcadia, CA 91006). Gather your friends and spend an evening drinking and challenging your brain. Admission is free but drinks and food are not. For more information, visit MtLoweBrewing.com.

– ARCADIA Rudy Moreno at The Ice House, Jan. 16 at 8 p.m. (24 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA 91106). Rudy Moreno is well-known and well-respected in the comedy community. General admission is $15 and VIP is $22. For more information, visit IceHouseComedy.com.

- PASADENA

Jan. 17 “She Kills Monsters” at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, Jan. 17 at 7:30 p.m. (87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024). “She Kills Monsters” tells the story of Agnes Evans, a young woman grieving for her deceased sister, who recruits a Dungeons and Dragons “dungeon master” to help her understand her sister. Online tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. At the door tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for adults and seniors. For more information, visit sgv. csarts.net.

– SIERRA MADRE Taste of Spain at Vendome Arcadia, Jan. 17 from 5:30-9:30 p.m.

(103 E. Santa Clara St., Arcadia, CA 91006). Sip and savor wines from Spain like Volver from La Mancha. Tickets are $15. For more information, visit VendomeArcadia.com.

– ARCADIA

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ED ASTRA cast Brad Pitt as Roy McBride Tommy Lee Jones as Clifford McBride John Ortiz as General Rivas Greg Bryk as Chip Garnes Kimberly Elise as Lorraine Deavers

director James Gray

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Adventure, Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction, Thriller Rated PG-13 124 minutes There have been numerous sci-fi films about people who had to go to the reaches of space to find truths within themselves but none quite like James Gray’s masterful “Ad Astra.”

Thematically dense and visually sumptuous, “Ad Astra” may not work for those seeking an action/adventure thrill ride—it’s more “Solaris” than “Gravity” or “The Martian”—but it works wonders below the surface, serving as an examination of masculinity, a commentary on how we become our fathers, and can even be read as a search for an absent God. This is rare, nuanced storytelling, anchored by one of Brad Pitt’s career-best performances and remarkable technical elements on every level. It’s a special

film.

We are in an era of what some are calling highbrow sci-fi as films like “Gravity,” “Arrival,” and “Interstellar” make high profits and reap major awards consideration. Neither seems likely for “Ad Astra.” It may take place in the future, but it says something that will always be current about our quest for meaning in a world in which it sometimes feels like that which we used to believe in and rely on no longer comforts us in the same way. “Ad Astra” is deeply moving with lines and ideas in its final scenes that worked on my emotions in ways I wasn’t at all expecting. Be patient with it. Invest in it. The destination is worth the journey.

Margaritas Delights With Family-Style Mexican Cuisine The bright red, Spanishstyle exterior of Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is probably a familiar sight to some, especially since it first opened in Pasadena 42 years ago, in 1977. One of a dying breed of restaurants, it remains firmly within family hands: owner Ruby Bugarin took over Margaritas in 2006 with her brother as partner when her dad retired. While Bugarin worked outside the industry for a while, she returned to her roots to carry on the family legacy.

Margaritas is more than just a family-owned business, though; their staff have been working with Bugarin’s family for years, too. Their manager, for instance, has been working at Margaritas for about 30 years - Bugarin still remembers him picking her up from elementary school when her dad was busy at the restaurant!

It is no wonder that Bugarin is most proud of Margaritas’ family atmosphere - and not just within staff, but amongst their patrons, too! Margaritas is a comfortable, sit-in as long as you want because you’re family, kind of restaurant.

Some of their long standing diners volunteer to decorate the restaurant for all the major holidays, simply because they want to share their festive spirit with the restaurant.

The Margaritas family cherishes seeing its regulars, and has even watched multiple generations of families come through their doors.

And there is so much to return for: Margaritas prides itself on fresh, home-style, from-scratch food. They are well-known for their lunch buffet, which features many items not available on the

normal menu. The most set item in the buffet is their soup of the day rota, including traditional staples like chicken pozole and menudo. Their normal menu is extensive, as well. Their combination plates, like tacos or enchiladas with rice and beans are best sellers. One of Bugarin’s personal favorites? The seafood chile relleno.

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Support local talented artists at this summer’s last art walk. - Courtesy photo / @mafaart4all

MAFA Will Hold Its Final Art Walk for This Summer in Old Town Susan motander motander@yahoo.com

Each year the Monrovia Association of Fine Arts (MAGA) holds art walks in Old Town, one each summer month. The final walk of this season will be held on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Local artists, including students, will be displaying their art; some will even be demonstrating and selling their works. All of this will take place on Myrtle Avenue between Lime Avenue and Colorado Boulevard. Come out and join the fun while strolling Myrtle Avenue.

For additional information, go to MAFA’s website (monroviafinearts.org) or call (626) 483-0560.

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Mary Poppins Floats Into Monrovia Next Weekend

The stage version of the original Mary Poppins starts next Thursday at the Taylor Performing Art Center at Monrovia High School with performances all weekend. This is not a high school production but a professional performance for the community produced by the school district to benefit its arts programs. There are indeed several local youngsters in the cast including Jane and Michael Banks and the “penguins” — remember the movie.

There will be five performances; three of them will be at 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 12. There will also be two afternoon performances with a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday and a final production at 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 14.

Tickets for this professional production are only $25 for general admission, $15 for children and students, and $20 for seniors and group ticket purchases.

There are also VIP tickets available for the first rows of the orchestra section for only $35. Tickets can be purchased at the Monrovia Unified School District Headquarters at 325 E. Huntington Drive and at Monrovia Travel, 401 S. Myrtle Ave., both in Monrovia. They can also be purchased on line at brownpapertickets. com for a small fee.

The best news is: Saturday’s matinee is family friendly as it’s only $10 a person for all seats except those in the VIP section. Live theater at an affordable price for a full family! Imagine seeing a child’s eyes as Mary floats down to Cherry Tree Lane. Chim, chim, cher-ee!

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Monrovia Student Honored by the Make-A-Wish Foundation At just five years old, Plymouth Elementary kindergarten student Addison Iylah MacLellan has inspired her family, friends, and doctors with her remarkable resilience and bravery through more than 20 surgeries, and recently celebrated with a family trip to Disneyland sponsored by the Make-AWish Foundation.

At birth, Addison was diagnosed with a number of illnesses including hydrocephalus, caudal regression syndrome, hydronephrosis, seizures, tethered cord, mild autism, and more. Her parents were told she would be in a vegetative state for life, but Addison repeatedly surprised her doctors by keeping a positive mindset and quickly adapting after her procedures.

Addison was presented with her wish during an instructional day at school.

It came as a surprise to her and her classmates who cheered her on.

“Disneyland is the

best place ever and my favorite part was meeting and dancing for a long time with Mickey Mouse,” Addison said.

Addison and her parents, Atria and Darren MacLellan, and older brother, Kyle James MacLellan, stayed at Paradise Pier at Disneyland Resort, and were gifted with reservations for Goofy’s Kitchen, where Addison was able to meet her favorite characters.

As part of the five-day trip to Disneyland, Addison and her family also received two-day park hopper tickets, a pre-paid credit card, a princess makeover at Bippity Boppity Boutique, and a meet-and-greet with Mickey Mouse in Toon Town.

“The theme parks and Downtown Disney were decorated for the holiday season, so everything was even more enjoyable because Addison usually ends up in the hospital during the holidays due to

Addison Iylah MacLellan poses after her princess makeover at the Bippity Boppity Boutique in Disneyland, which consisted of an entire makeover including fairy dust, sparkling nail polish and makeup.

Addison was honored by the Make-A-Wish Foundation and granted a five-day trip to Disneyland with her family. – Courtesy photo/ MUSD

her weak immune system,” Atria said. “We haven’t been able to truly show her what the holidays feel like, or look like on the outside.”

In October 2018, Addison had two major surgeries and her family was unsure if she would be healed in time for the

holidays – which made the trip even more special.

The idea of sending Addison to school was a scary one for her parents.

However, the support they have received from the staff at Plymouth has helped the family feel more comfortable.

“We feel very lucky to have Addison at Plymouth Elementary,” Principal Greg Gero said. “She has shown all of us what it truly means to never give up, and we are so proud of everything she has accomplished.”

After speaking with District administrators, Addison’s parents customized her care through an Individualized Education Program. Her teacher, Maria Akl, and school nurses have helped tremendously by smoothly transitioning her into the school setting.

While at school, Addison has a licensed vocational nurse, Lisa Garcia, by her side at all times.

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is a school with supportive, caring, and kind teachers and students,” Board President Ed Gililland said.

“We are happy to have the chance to be a part of Addison’s story and will continue to work toward making her time here at Monrovia Unified even better than she imagined.”

Through the school year, Addison has developed love and admiration for her Plymouth family and wakes up every morning excited to go to school.

“I am grateful for the opportunity to celebrate Addison,” Superintendent Katherine Thorossian said.

“The caring adults who surround Addison everyday make this possible. Parents place their trust in us when they enroll their children in our schools. Nowhere is this better demonstrated than by the team at Plymouth Elementary School who have all, collectively, helped make Addison feel safe and comfortable while at school.”

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Varsity Baseball Date Monrovia (7-8-2) aims to keep pace with the powerhouses of the Rio Hondo League

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Monrovia Splits Pair of League-Opening Matches The Monrovia girls’ soccer team has experienced some turbulence this season but can still manage to make a serious run at the Rio Hondo League crown.

After opening the season 4-0-1, Wildcats seemed very poised to not only compete for the league title, but also qualify for CIF and make a deep run. However, things took a turn for the worse at the Westminster Tournament back in early December where Monrovia began a six-game losing skid.

The Wildcats have somewhat bounced back from their losing streak, but have gone 1-2 since the turn of the calendar year. The team suffered a deflating 5-0 defeat to rivals La Cañada in the opening game of

league play on Jan. 5. Monrovia did manage to edge out San Marino 2-1 to even out its Rio Hondo record but fell 4-2 to San Gabriel Mission in a nonleague bout on Jan. 11.

Monrovia currently sits smack in the middle of the league table with a 1-1 record (7-8-2 overall) but already have a lot of ground to make up as South Pasadena and Temple City present formidable roadblocks. The Wildcats’ match against Temple City on Tuesday was canceled due to rainy conditions and will be rescheduled to a later date.

The next game on Monrovia’s slate will be a home match against first-place South Pasadena on Friday at 3:30 p.m.

Opponent

Scores

March 26

La Canada

1-3 L

March 29

San Marino HS

1-2 L

March 30

Rancho Verde HS

4-3 W

April 1

Murrieta Mesa

6-4 W

April 2

Murrieta Valley

1-10 L

April 3

Herritage

2-3 L

Date

Opponent

Scores

March 26

MHS vs. La Canada

4-9 L

March 29

MHS vs. San Marino HS

Upcoming Games: April 12 MHS vs. South Pasadena Varsity Boys Tennis

Upcoming Games: April 12 MHS vs. South Pasadena Varsity Boys Volleyball Date

Opponent

Scores

March 26

MHS vs. La Canada

0-18 L

March 29

MHS vs. San Marino HS

3-16 L

Upcoming Games: April 9 MHS vs. Hoover HS

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The Best Self-Defense Is A (Unyted) Offense If you were like the average American kid, keeping healthy might have included a stint in karate, tae kwon do or other martial art for a few months before teetering into your next recreational activity. But what does fitness look like now as an adult?

For some, self-defense for fitness is an end in and of itself—but a simple jog around the neighborhood could provide comparable benefits. Martial arts, including more obscure branches like Krav Maga, also teach adults how to remain calm in highstress situations, defuse conflict, and (if necessary) defend themselves and others without the use of firearms.

“Krav Maga is a hand-to-hand combat system designed for the Israeli military. It’s a no-nonsense, quick-and-dirty system dealing with violent encounters. The job of Krav Maga Black Belt Instructors is to constantly refine the system by testing its principles and applying them to modernday threats. If something doesn’t

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work, we replace it with something that does,” explains Jarret Waldman, chief instructor at Krav Maga Unyted. “The evolution of the system is also what makes Krav Maga so effective.”

With locations in Pasadena and Los Angeles, Krav Maga Unyted is a full-service selfdefense, fitness and fight facility for those 18 years and older, with a special youth program at the Pasadena gym. Athletes can

select from beginner to black-belt levels, with membership packages ranging from 3 to 12 months or annual unlimited-class access.

Towel service, showers and snacks are all available too—essentially, everything you need to get cut (and fight bad guys) is here.

So who’s a good fit for Krav Maga? Certainly not those looking for the most aesthetically pleasing martial art. According to Waldman, Krav Maga isn’t

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about looking “pretty or fancy” but addressing the most immediate danger in the most effective manner by leaning into our natural defensive instincts. That includes learning “combatives” (punches, kicks, elbows, knees, headbutts, eye strikes, throat strikes and the use of common objects) to end conflicts quickly and efficiently. So yes, offensive physical aggression is a given with Krav Maga—but under a skillful teacher, it’s accessible to all.

“Krav Maga was designed so that both men and women of all shapes, sizes and athletic ability could defend themselves against enemies both foreign and domestic,” says Waldman, noting that the term “unyted” was a spin on bringing a diverse group under one roof to learn. “

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In Monrovia, a Street With No Name

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Steve BAKER, MONROVIA HISTORIAN

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J

erome Increase Case was born Dec. 11, 1819 in Oswego County, N.Y. As a young man, he tinkered with a primitive threshing device purchased by his father, made improvements, and then perfected his own threshing machine by the early 1840s. He ultimately located in Racine, Wis., where he built a large manufacturing plant. In the 1860s he was joined by several partners and the J. I. Case Company was organized. It evolved into a prosperous farm implement manufacturer that exists today as the Case Company, and some of the company’s vintage tractors are highly sought collector’s items.

In the 1870s, with greater wealth and fewer responsibilities, Case turned his attention to the sport of kings—horse racing. Case spent considerable time breeding racehorses on his Hickory Grove Farm near Racine. One of Case’s favorites was a black gelding, foaled in 1878, that was given the name Jay-EyeSee, a phonetic rendering of Case’s initials. Jay-Eye-See

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set a trotting record in 1882 and won many other races, becoming the Silky Sullivan of his era.

In the meantime, Case had discovered the fledgling community of Monrovia, Calif., nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains.

Case was nearing 70 and the harsh winters of Racine were an inducement to establish a winter residence in sunny Southern California.

The “Monrovia Planet” (Planet) of March 26, 1887 proudly claimed that J. I. Case of Racine, Wis. and J.M. Studebaker of South Bend, Ind. were new residents of Monrovia and “have invested about

$200,000 in Monrovia real estate, and will both erect handsome residences in the near future, as soon as plans, etc. can be prepared.”

Case was also one of the founders of the Granite Bank of Monrovia, serving as vice president of the institution.

His winter home, completed in 1887 at a value of $10,000 in 1887 dollars, still proudly stands in the foothills of Monrovia.

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Have you ever heard about Lake Wobegon, the mythical towns in Minnesota where all the women are beautiful, all the men are strong, and all the children are smart?

Well, our town of Monrovia can go one better: Besides all of the above, we also have bears that are not only smart, but well-mannered besides.

Consider our experience with a large black bear that often prowls the neighborhood looking for food. One day, when I forgot to close the garage door, our neighbor told me she witnessed the bear padding into our garage and going straight to the refrigerator where we keep spare food.

After effortlessly opening the door and helping himself to a box of chocolates and some grapes, he shut the door and left … without leaving even a scratch on the refrigerator!

And. except for the empty chocolate box which he discarded on his way out, he left no mess.

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How considerate of him!

I’m sure that if he could write, he’d have left a thank you note.

So there, Lake Wobegon!

Monrovia has not only Samson, but also our polite bear to boast about.

- David Q. MONROVIA

Reader Responds to ‘Did you know that an 18 year-old is…’

How gratifying to read about Aaron Philip, the first black, transgender quadriplegic model who has redefined what it means to “look like a model.”

Life granted me a beautiful gift when Irma Goode (a quadriplegic) and I became friends. Despite her infirmity, Irma graduated from college and then made it her mission to convince legislators to pass laws that have made the lives of the disabled more bearable.

And she never let her affliction interfere with her joy of life, her sense of humor, or her love of adventure – which included bungee jumping!

Irma was loved by many, simply because she was lovable. Among my life’s many blessings, her friendship will always remain a treasured memory.

- Alejandra B. MONROVIA

NON-PROFITS

Monrovia Providers Group Holds Annual Tea And Fashion Show

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Monrovia’s Foothill Unity Center Continues To Serve SGV The Foothill Unity Center does an amazing job of serving folks in need in the San Gabriel Valley. They have been in their new building now for just one year. The transition was completed in record time – they closed for only one week.

Their new building has facilitated the opportunity to partner with even more organizations. For example, the have kitchens which facilitates a monthly cooking class where clients are provided with recipes for healthy eating and cooking classes.

They have partnered with 69 interns from RN and social worker programs providing the opportunity to work with clients with chronic diseases. They have partnered with the Humane Society and served 150 pets with needed shots and food. They now have a job developer who partners with the Monrovia Adult School in finding training and job placements for clients.

In 2018, 453 families in Duarte were served – and 28 folks transitioned out of homelessness into permanent housing.

Hundreds of people enjoyed the annual Tea and Fashion show Thursday at Monrovia’s Community Center. With some very elegant models sporting the latest fashions courtesy of Old Navy, the ladies were escorted by well-liked Englishman Mark Barrett.

After tea, the ladies swirled around the floor swishing from table to table to roars of appreciation.

The oldest model in the show was a very young 92.

In 1997, representatives from Santa Anita Family Service, the Monrovia Police Department and Leven Oaks Assisted Living retirement home, invited a group of “Providers” of Senior Services in the City of Monrovia to meet for lunch. The agenda was simple: understand the services that were available to the seniors of Monrovia. Their intention was to meet only one time.

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Participants from the first meeting also included Monrovia Fire Department, the local postmaster, City of Monrovia Code Enforcement, GENISIS, Adult Protective Services, PET Team, Monrovia Community Services and others.

The original group found that there was so much to discuss to help the Seniors of Monrovia, that one meeting was not enough. Each month

since that first meeting, the group has continued to meet and share resources.

“Monrovia Providers Group, Inc.” was incorporated in 2002 and established as a non-profit organization.

Today, Monrovia Providers Group continues to fulfill its mission working with community agencies to identify and address issues relating to senior citizens in the City of Monrovia.

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‘Big Jim’ Espinosa Of Monrovia “Big Jim” Espinosa was 6-foot-3 and between 200 and 300 pounds of mostly muscle, but it was his heart that was really big. Big Jim was a Monrovia community leader of his time.

James William Espinosa (1904-1981) was born on Lucky Baldwin’s ranch in Arcadia. His father, Toribio, was then a ranch hand on the Baldwin estate and his mother, Maria, was of the Papago tribe (or Tohono O’odham) and born at the mission in San Luis Obispo.

For Toribio’s work on the ranch, Baldwin gave him land on South Magnolia in Monrovia. This land was transferred before Monrovia started to enforce racially restrictive housing covenants that would otherwise have prevented a Hispanic family from owning property in this area outside the “barrio.”

Although Monrovia Mexicans lived alongside AfricanAmericans and some AsianAmericans south of Olive Avenue and east of Canyon Boulevard, there was still a social sense of barrio and ethnic solidarity.

Unfortunately, Maria and Toribio died in 1923 within months of each other. Jim was but 19 and the oldest of

five siblings. At the time of his death, Toribio had been a foreman for C. O. Banks’ packing house on Duarte Road. Banks gave the job to 19-year old James. Mary Lou Espinosa Sandoval, James’ daughter said, “Dad took his father’s job and hired a Mexican nanny to help him take care of the younger siblings.”

Big Jim married Lucille “Lucy” Guardado. She was born in 1909 off Huntington Drive in Duarte.

The 1927 wedding of Big Jim and Lucy Guardado Espinosa at Immaculate Conception. – Courtesy photo / Mary Lou Sandoval Big Jim and Lucy had two children. Mary Lou was born in 1928 and her brother, James “Jimmy Boy,” was born in 1930. Jimmy Boy’s cousin, Bobby Guardado was born on Date Street. He said, “I was born at home because in 1940, my parents couldn’t afford the $6 it took to go to Monrovia Hospital.” Bobby continues, “Big Jim was my uncle. He was a big strong football playersized guy. Whenever he saw us, he would say, ‘Wanna wrestle?’ He would let us hit him as hard as we could. He was a nice guy. He was also intelligent, bilingual, and a

natural leader.”

Victor, Bobby’s older brother, said of the 193050s, “Most of the Mexicans picked oranges, lots and lots of oranges. That’s the way they lived; that’s the way they made it. That’s what our dad did. They worked for Tio Jim who would get the orange pickers from Monrovia and Duarte.

Everyone knew Uncle Jim and they all liked him. They worked for Banks’ packing house. Banks would have contracts with the ranchers. There were a lot of oranges then. When it was not picking season, Dad would fumigate the oranges, and make sure they didn’t freeze. They would have burners in the orchards …

They had flatbed trucks and all the orange crates had to be hauled up and then tied down with chains. The dollies had iron tires, very very heavy.

It was all manual labor. We all picked oranges, grapes, berries. I picked blackberries, boysenberries, raspberries on Royal Oaks and Mountain. I also worked with my cousin, Jimmy Boy. He would climb up the wooden ladder to get the navel oranges on the top.

The smaller kids would pick the lower oranges. We had bags and small clippers in

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our pockets. We were called ratas or rats.” Many children missed school days to help their families during picking season.

Big Jim’s daughter Mary Lou expanded, “In those days, boys would begin working early. The only jobs for Mexicans were the orange groves or strawberry picking.

Orange groves were all over the foothills: Duarte, Azusa, Glendora – all the way to Ontario. When the orange season was over, my dad would seek other jobs and then take his orange pickers north to get other work.

They went as far as San Jose or wherever there was work.

He would take all the orange

pickers in his Chevrolet truck, about 10 people. He found jobs for his Mexican men who were mostly from the barrio of Monrovia.”

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