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The Forest Service claims it’s fully staffed for a worsening fire season. Data shows thousands of unfilled jobs.

By Abe Streep, ProPublica

DespitetheTrump administration’s publicpronouncements that it has hired enough wildland firefighters, documents obtained by ProPublica show a high vacancy rate, as well as internal concern among top officials as more than 1 million acres burn across 10 states.

Less than a month ago, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that the Trump administration had done a historically good job preparing the nation for the summer fire season. “We are on track to meet and potentially exceed our firefighting hiring goals,” said Rollins, during an address

to Western governors. Rollins oversees the wildland firefighting workforce at the U.S. Forest Service, a subagency of the Department of Agriculture. Rollins had noted in her remarks that the administration had exempted firefighters from a federal hiring freeze, and she claimed that the administration was outdoing its predecessor: “We have reached 96% of our hiring goal, far outpacing the rate of hiring and onboarding over the past three years and in the previous administration.”

Since then, the Forest Service’s assertions have gotten even more optimistic: The agency now claims it has reached 99% of its

firefighting hiring goal.

But according to internal data obtained by ProPublica, Rollins’ characterization is dangerously misleading. She omitted a wave of resignations from the agency this spring and that many senior management positions remain vacant. Layoffs by the Department of Government Efficiency, voluntary deferred resignations and early retirements have severely hampered the wildland firefighting force. According to the internal national data, which has not been previously reported, more than 4,500 Forest Service firefighting jobs —

as many as 27% — remained vacant as of July 17. A Forest Service employee who is familiar with the data said it comes from administrators who input staffing information into a computer tool used to create organization charts. The employee said that while the data could contain inaccuracies in certain forests, it broadly reflects the agency’s desired staffing levels. The employee said the data showing “active” unfilled positions was “current and up-to-date for last week.”

The Department of Agriculture disputes that assessment, but the figures

Bass repeats call for troops to leave LA; Pentagon withdraws Marines

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

LosAngelesMayor

Karen Bass on Monday repeated her demand for an end to the local deployment of federalized National Guard soldiers and U.S. Marines in connection with deportation operations that began last month.

State Sen. Caroline Menjivar, D-Panorama City, a former member of the Marine Corps, joined Bass during a morning news conference in Sylmar, along with other military veterans and families of service members who support a troop withdrawal.

The mayor said they "all feel appalled at the misuse of our troops right now, the militarization that has taken place of the National Guard, the inappropriate deployment of the Marines to our city streets."

Bass added that the city needs the National Guard’s assistance to prepare for fire

season, not to guard federal buildings and accompany immigration enforcement agents on raids.

"The administration, we know, has retreated some of the forces, but we need all the troops to return home and to not be here, to not be used as political stunts, to not be used to intimidate Angelenos, and to not be used as pawns," Bass said.

Menjivar echoed much of what the mayor said, adding the Marine Corps has a legacy of courage, valor and victory on the battlefield that is now tainted by "the battle of LA against people of color," she said. "This is why it was so personal and infuriating to me to see 700 of my brothers and sisters in the corps deployed to my backyard because we did not sign up to intimidate and potentially take military action against Americans on American soil, who are exer-

Mayor Karen Bass, left, and state Sen. Caroline Menjivar, D-Panorama City, welcome the news of 700 Marines ending their LA deployment. | Photo courtesy of Sen. Caroline Menjivar/Facebook

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Reche Fire in Riverside County. | Photo courtesy of Bill Thost, Riverside County Fire Volunteer Reserve Photographer

Car plows through crowd injuring 36; driver shot

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

Acar plowed through a crowd at a nightclub in East Hollywood early Saturday injuring at least 36 people, after which a man in the crowd shot the driver and fled, authorities said.

The crash was reported just before 2 a.m. in the 4600 block of West Santa Monica Boulevard near Vermont Avenue, where a crowd had gathered outside The Vermont Hollywood, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department and media reports.

Seven people were in critical condition, six in serious condition, 10 in fair condition and seven patients refused to go to the hospital after on-scene medical assessments, LAFD spokeswoman Lyndsey Lantz said Saturday.

Video of the incident showed firefighters placing tarps on the street to treat crash victims, as well as a heavily damaged car with a damaged windshield and broken headlights on the sidewalk in front of the nightclub.

At least 36 people suffered from minor pain to serious fractures and lacerations, police said Sunday. The vehicle struck several individuals, and some were briefly trapped underneath it.

Multiple ambulances filled the street, and 124 fire department personnel responded, according to media reports and Lantz.

LAPD officers were dispatched to the scene in response to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon, police said.

"Preliminary information indicates a vehicle drove into a crowd for reasons still under investigation," according to an LAPD statement Saturday. "When officers arrived, they found the driver being assaulted by bystanders and determined he had sustained a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital and his condition is unknown at this

time."

During the altercation involving the driver, the shooting suspect fled the scene on foot and was last seen heading westbound from Vermont Avenue, police said, describing him as a male Latino, between 5 feet, 6 inches and 5 feet, 7 inches tall, weighing between 150 and 170 pounds with gauges in both ears and a goatee beard. The suspect was last seen

wearing a blue Dodgers jacket, a light blue jersey with the number “5” and blue jeans.

Citing police sources, local media reported that the driver had been removed from the nightclub prior to the crash.

Police identified the driver Sunday as Fernando Ramirez, who was taken into custody at the scene after his vehicle came to a stop upon colliding with several

food carts that were lodged underneath. Ramirez, who police said sustained a gunshot wound to the lower back, was booked for assault with a deadly weapon, force likely to produce great bodily injury.

Background information on Ramirez and his city of residence were not provided.

Mayor Karen Bass called the crash a "heartbreaking tragedy" and thanked the "LAFD and LAPD personnel who responded to the scene to help to save lives. The hearts of Angelenos are with all of the victims impacted this morning — a full investigation into what happened is underway."

Authorities urged anyone with information on the shooting to call the LAPD's Rampart Division at 213-484-3424. For anonymous tips, call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

LA Times owner says he'll take the paper public

The owner of the Los Angeles Times plans to take the newspaper public in the next year, allowing it "to be democratized and allow the public to have ownership of this paper," he said.

Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong told Jon Stewart on Monday's episode of "The Daily Show With Jon Stewart" that he was "working through" the move with "an organization that's putting that together right now."

Soon-Shiong did not say whether the deal would involve an initial public offer to sell shares of the company or another investment arrangement.

"Whether you're right, left, Democrat, Republican, you're an American. So the opportunity for us to provide a paper that is the voices of the people, truly the voices of the people, is important," he said.

Soon-Shiong, who made his fortune in the pharmaceutical and biotech fields, bought The Times in 2018.

An LAFD ambulance responds to an emergency call.

Police released this photo of the shooting suspect. | Photo courtesy of the LAPD

Unemployment rises in IE and OC, stabilizes in LA County

By Staff

LosAngelesCounty's seasonallyadjusted unemploymentrate remained unchanged over the month at 5.8% in June, from a revised 5.8% in May, the California Employment Development Department reported Friday.

The 5.8% rate was the same rate as in June 2024.

Last month's unemployment rate in Orange County was 4.5%, up from a revised 3.6% in May, and higher than the 2024's 4.1% figure.

The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate statewide was 5.4% in June, up from 5.3% in May and 5.3% a year ago. Jobless-rate estimates nationwide were 4.1% in June, 4.2% in May and 4.1%

in June 2024.

Total nonfarm employment in LA County dropped 6,500 jobs between May and June totaling over 4.6 million.

The trade, transportation and utilities sector added 200 positions between May and June. The government sector tallied month-over-month losses of 1,200 jobs.

In Orange County, nonfarm employment gained 2,200 jobs between May and June to total more than 1.69 million. The construction sector posted the largest month-over increase, adding 2,600 jobs.

Inland Empire Mixed losses and gains affected the inland regional economy last month,

pushing Riverside and San Bernardino counties' unemployment rates up more than a percentage point, according to EDD figures released Friday.

The Riverside County jobless rate in June, based on preliminary EDD estimates, was 6%, compared with 4.9% in May. San Bernardino County's rate in June was 5.9%, up from 4.8% the previous month.

The June rate was half a percentage point higher than the year-ago level, when Riverside County unemployment was 5.5%.

Home sales fell in the Southland in June, while rising statewide after three straight months of decline, the California Association of Realtors announced last week.

Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 264,260 last month. June home sales activity rose 4% from the 254,190 homes sold in May but was down 0.3% from a year ago, according to CAR.

Los Angeles County's sales figure was down 5.4% from May, but up 1.1% from June 2024. Orange County sales were down 1.2% from May, but up 0.1% from June 2024. Meanwhile, home prices increased locally but fell statewide. The median sold

The combined unemployment rate for Riverside and San Bernardino counties — the Inland Empire — was 5.9%, up from 4.8% in May, the EDD reported.

Bi-county figures showed payrolls declined by the largest amount in June in the professional business services sector, which lost 2,400 jobs.

Further job cuts occurred in trade, transportation and utilities, as well as the health services sector, reflecting an aggregate drop of 1,500 positions.

The largest gains were in the construction sector, which added an estimated 1,700 positions. Additional gains were in the agricultural, hospitality, manufacturing and public sectors, which combined grew by 2,700 jobs, according to the EDD.

Home sales decline in LA, Orange counties in June

By City News Service

price of an existing, singlefamily home in Los Angeles County was $903,650 in June, up from $835,480 in May, and from $889,180 in June 2024.

Orange County's median price was $1.47 million in June, up from $1.419 million in May and from $1.45 million one year ago. June's statewide median home price was $899,560, down 0.1% from May and

down 0.1% from $900,720 in June 2024.

Localized data is not seasonally adjusted, which may account for discrepancies between county numbers and statewide trends.

The highest median price in California in June was San Mateo County's $2.15 million. The lowest was Lassen County's $286,500.

"With more properties on

the market and price growth flattening, conditions have become more favorable for prospective buyers who have been waiting on the sidelines to re-enter the market and take advantage of increased negotiating power," said CAR President Heather Ozur, a Palm Springs Realtor. "While sales could remain soft at the start of the third quarter, recent improvements in

housing sentiment suggest that the market could see a bounce-back in the second half of the year."

Home prices decline in Riverside County, sales hold steady

Home sales held steady in Riverside County in June, while rising statewide after three straight months of decline, CAR reported.

Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family

detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 264,260 last month. June home sales activity rose 4% from the 254,190 homes sold in May but was down 0.3% from a year ago.

The statewide annualized sales figure represents what would be the total number of homes sold during 2025 if sales maintained the June pace throughout the year. It is adjusted to account for seasonal factors that typically influence home sales. Riverside County sales were unchanged from May, but up 2% from June of 2024. Meanwhile, home prices fell in Riverside County and statewide. The median sold price of an existing, single-family home in Riverside County in June was $635,000, down from $638,000 in May, but identical to the $638,000 from June of last year.

June's statewide median home price was $899,560, down 0.1% from May and down 0.1% from $900,720 in June 2024.

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July 13

At 11:26 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of Myrtle and Cherry saw a subject laying on a sidewalk. The officer contacted the subject and determined the subject was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and taken into custody.

July 14

At 10:44 a.m., a resident in the 700 block of Monterey walked into the MPD lobby to report that someone keyed his vehicle. This investigation is continuing.

At 11:05 a.m., a caller in the 600 block of West Huntington reported that someone stole his cellphone. The investigation revealed a suspect. Officers located and made contact with the suspect. She was arrested and taken into custody.

At 11:31 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of West Huntington reported his vehicle was broken into and property was taken. This investigation is continuing.

At 11:29 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 400 block of West Foothill regarding a male subject yelling at customers. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject who was determined to be too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

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At 3:12 am, an officer patrolling a park in the 1600 block of South Myrtle saw a subject loitering after hours. The officer made contact with the subject. He was arrested and taken into custody.

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July 6

At approximately 12:28 p.m., an officer responded to Grocery Outlet, located at 140 E. Live Oak Ave., regarding a trespassing incident. The suspect, a 45-year-old male from Alhambra, refused to leave the location and was ultimately arrested. He was transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

July 7

At approximately 12:34 a.m., an officer responded to Ralphs, located at 211 E. Foothill Blvd., regarding a battery report. The officer discovered the suspect punched a customer after being confronted for stealing alcohol. The suspect is described as a Black female, approximately 30 years old,

around 5 feet 5 inches tall and 210 pounds, with shoulder-length dread locks. She was seen stealing alcohol with a second suspect, described as a white male, 40 years old, approximately 6 feet tall, 200 pounds, with short brown hair.

July 8

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At approximately 10:11 p.m., an officer responded to CVS, located at 188 W. Las Tunas Drive, regarding a theft. The officer discovered a male and female stole various items including alcohol. The male is described as Hispanic or white, approximately 5-foot10 and 200 pounds, wearing a brown jacket and gray shorts. The female is described as white, approximately 5-foot3, 150 pounds, wearing a red shirt and black pants.

July 10

At approximately 3:48 p.m., an officer was conducting extra patrol in the area of Holly Avenue and Palm Drive when they observed a Nissan Kick speed off. A traffic stop was conducted but the suspect fled while the officer was talking to the driver. The registered owner resides in Duarte. The investigation is ongoing.

July 11

At approximately 2:21 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 200 block of West Colorado Boulevard regarding an aggravated assault report. An investigation revealed a domestic dispute resulted in the female half punching and stabbing the male victim. The 22-year-old female from Arcadia was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. The victim was transported to USC Arcadia Hospital for treatment.

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are supported by anecdotal accounts from wildland firefighters in New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, California and Wyoming. According to a recent survey by Forest Service fire managers in California, 26% of engine captain positions and 42% of engineer positions were vacant. A veteran Forest Service firefighter in California characterized the Trump administration’s current estimate of the size of its firefighting workforce as “grossly inaccurate.”

Last week, Tom Schultz, the chief of the Forest Service, circulated a letter to high-ranking officials in the agency that underscored the dire moment. “As expected, the 2025 Fire Year is proving to be extremely challenging,” wrote Schultz in the letter, a copy of which was obtained by ProPublica. “We know the demand for resources outpaces their availability.” Schultz at once directed staff to employ full suppression — stomping out fires as quickly as possible, instead of letting them burn for the sake of landscape management — and acknowledged that the resources necessary to pursue such an aggressive strategy were lacking. All options were on the table, he wrote, including directing human-resources employees to fight fires and asking recently departed employees with firefighting qualifications to return to work.

When asked about the discrepancy between Schultz’s memo and Rollins’ public statements

on firefighting staffing at the Forest Service, an agency spokesperson said that Schultz was referring to employees who can be called on to bolster the agency’s response “as fire activity increases,” while Rollins was pointing only to full-time firefighters. “The Forest Service remains fully equipped and operationally ready to protect people and communities from wildfire,” the spokesperson said, noting that “many individuals that have separated from the Agency either through retirements or voluntary resignations still possess active wildland fire qualifications and are making themselves available to support fire response operations.”

The federal government employs thousands of wildland firefighters, but the precise number is opaque. Throughout the Department of the Interior, which is overseen by Secretary Doug Burgum, there are about 5,800 wildland firefighters in four agencies that have been impacted by cuts. An employee at a national park in Colorado that is threatened by wildfire said that they were “severely understaffed during the Biden administration on most fronts, and now it’s so much worse than it’s ever been.”

But the Forest Service is by far the largest employer of wildland firefighters, and it has long used gymnastic arithmetic to paint an optimistic picture of its staffing. Last summer, ProPublica reported that the Forest Service under President

Fire season

Joe Biden had overstated its capacity. Robert Kuhn, a former Forest Service official who between 2009 and 2011 co-authored an assessment of the agency’s personnel needs, recently said that the practice of selectively counting firefighters dates back years. “What the public needs to understand is, that is just a very small number of what is needed every summer,” he said. Riva Duncan, a retired Forest Service fire chief and the vice president of Grassroots Wildland Firefighters, a labor advocacy organization, said staffing is a constant frustration for managers on the ground. “We have engines that are completely unstaffed,” said Duncan, who remains active in wildland firefighting, having worked in temporary roles this summer. “We have vacant positions in management.”

That said, there is a difference this fire season from years past. Officials in the previous administration publicly acknowledged the danger presented by an exodus of experienced wildland firefighters. The Trump administration has taken a different approach — claiming to have solved the problem while simultaneously exacerbating it. When asked about the staffing cuts, Anna Kelly, a White House deputy press secretary, wrote, “President Trump is proud of all Secretary Rollins has accomplished to improve forest management, including by ending the 2001 Roadless Rule for stronger

fire prevention, and Secretary Burgum’s great work protecting our nation’s treasured public lands.”

In March, Congress finally codified a permanent raise for federal wildland firefighters via the appropriations process, a change that advocates have sought for years. In her remarks in June, Rollins credited the president: “Out of gratitude for the selfless service of our Forest Service firefighters, President Trump permanently increased the pay for our federal wildland firefighters.”

But in February, the Trump administration laid off about 700 employees who support wildland fire operations, from humanresource managers to ecologists and trail-crew workers. Those employees possess what are known as red cards — certifications that allow them to work on fire crews. Many were subsequently rehired, but the administration then pushed Forest Service employees to accept deferred resignations and early retirements.

Last month, President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior to combine their firefighting forces. For the moment, it’s unknown what form that restructuring will take, but many Forest Service firefighters are anticipating further staffing cuts.

A spokesperson for the Department of the Interior wrote, “We are taking steps to unify federal wildfire programs to streamline

bureaucracy.”

Administration officials have maintained that employees primarily assigned to wildland fire were exempted from the resignation offers this spring. But according to another internal data set obtained by ProPublica, of the more than 4,000 Forest Service employees who accepted deferred resignations and early retirements, approximately 1,600 had red cards. (A spokesperson for the Department of Agriculture wrote that the actual number was 1,400, adding that 85 of them “have decided to return for the season.”)

Even those figures don’t account for all the lost institutional knowledge. The departures included meteorologists who provided long-range forecasts, allowing fire managers to decide where to deploy crews. One of the meteorologists who left was Charles Maxwell, who had for more than 20 years interpreted weather models predicting summer monsoons at the Southwest Coordination Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, an interagency office. The thunderstorms can fuel wildfire, with lightning and wind, and extinguish them, with great rains. Lately, according to Maxwell, the monsoons have become less and less reliable, and understanding their nuances can be challenging. Maxwell said that he’d already been planning to retire next year. But he also said he “was concerned with the degree

of chaos, the potential degradation of services and what would happen to my job.”

Maxwell noted that his work had been covered by knowledgeable fill-ins from out of state. But another firefighter who worked on blazes in New Mexico said that Maxwell’s understanding of the monsoon had been missed. A spokesperson for the Department of the Interior, which oversees the interagency office where Maxwell worked, wrote, “We do not comment on personnel matters.”

The monsoon season is now here and has brought deadly flash flooding along old burn scars in Ruidoso, New Mexico, while distributing sporadic rain in the state’s Gila National Forest. It is shaping up to be a severe fire season.

On Monday, federal firefighters reported 86 new fires across the West; by Tuesday, there were 105 more. And there’s already been some criticism of the federal response. Arizona’s governor and members of Congress have called for an investigation into the Park Service’s handling of a blaze this month that leveled a historic lodge on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim. Last month, Rollins acknowledged, “Fires don’t know Republican or Democrat, or which side of the aisle you are on.” This much, at least, is true.

Ellis Simani contributed data analysis.

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3 deputies die in explosion at facility near Monterey Park

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

ThreeLosAngeles

County sheriff's detectives died Friday in an explosion at a facility in East Los Angeles.

Joshua Kelley-Eklund, Victor Lemus and William Osborn were identified as the detectives killed, the sheriff's department confirmed Friday evening. All three were arson investigators assigned to the Special Enforcement Bureau's Arson Explosives Detail.

The blast was reported at 7:25 a.m. Friday at the Biscailuz Regional Training Center in the 1000 block of North Eastern Avenue, southwest of the interchange of the San Bernardino (10) and Long Beach (710) freeways and just west of Monterey Park, according to the Sheriff's Information Bureau.

"There is definitely a black cloud hanging over the Los Angeles County sheriff's department and our county family," Luna said during a midday news conference near the facility, calling the tragedy the department's deadliest day since 1857.

Luna said the blast was an "isolated incident" with no lingering threat to the community.

The site where the blast occurred was suspected to

be unsafe until investigators deemed otherwise by late morning, Luna said. He would not confirm reports that the explosion may have involved unexploded ordnance that had been seized in Santa Monica on Thursday.

The Biscailuz Regional Training Center houses as the sheriff's Special Enforcement Bureau's Arson/Explosives Detail. The deputies who died were part of the Arson/Explosives Detail and were longtime department veterans — one had 19 years of experience, another 22 years and the third with 33 years, Luna said. Their names were being withheld until their families are notified.

Luna called Friday's blast "the largest loss of life for us as the LA County Sheriff's Department since 1857."

Sheriff James Barton and several members of his posse, including three deputies, were ambushed in presentday Santa Ana by criminals they were pursuing, according to the sheriff's department.

In 1986, an explosion in North Hollywood killed two Los Angeles Police Department bomb squad members.

Los Angeles County

Supervisors Hilda Solis, Kathryn Barger and Janice Hahn put out statements of support and condolences following the explosion, with Hahn calling the Friday "an extraordinarily painful day."

The supervisors said they were following the investigation and were awaiting details on the cause of the blast.

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi was among federal officials who commented on the incident, saying on X that she had spoken with Luna and Bill Essayli, the U.S. attorney in Los Angeles. Bondi said the FBI and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives were assisting with the investigation.

"Our federal agents are at the scene and we are working to learn more," she said on social media. "Please pray for the families of the sheriff's deputies killed."

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said the city was supporting the investigation with LA Fire Department arson investigators and LAPD bomb squad personnel.

"The thoughts of all Angelenos are with all of these impacted by this blast,"

the Mayor said on X. Gov. Gavin Newsom said he was briefed on the explosion, and the Governor's Office of Emergency Services is in contact with the sheriff's department and closely monitoring the situation, offering "full state assistance."

Investigative personnel from the Office of the State Fire Marshal have joined the investigation at the request of the ATF, Newsom said.

Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, said the

deaths were "an unbelievable tragedy," adding that he is "praying for the deputies' families and every member of the sheriff's office."

U.S. Rep. Judy Chu, D-Pasadena, said on X that she was monitoring the situation closely and was "heartbroken by the tragic news of the explosion at the @LASDHQ training facility in Monterey Park that claimed the lives of three brave deputies.

"I am monitoring the situation closely,"

Chu wrote. "My deepest condolences go out to the families, friends and fellow law enforcement officers mourning this unimaginable loss."

The Riverside County Sheriff's Department posted condolences on X: "Our hearts are heavy as we mourn alongside our brothers and sisters of the @ LASDHQ on the loss of three deputies who tragically lost their lives this morning. Prayers for family, friends and the entire #LASD."

Remains found in Eaton Fire zone; death toll rises to 19

By City News Service

Humanremains discovered in the Eaton Fire burn area in Altadena have increased the death toll from the Jan. 7 wildfire to 19, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner reported Tuesday.

"The death toll related to the wildfires is now 31 -- 19 in the Eaton Fire and 12 in the Palisades (Fire)," according to a dispatch from the Medical Examiner's office, which reported the remains found Monday in the 10 block of La Venezia Court,

were examined by a sixmember Special Operations Response Team.

The individual was not immediately identified and was listed as Doe #431.

The Department of Medical Examiner relies on complex scientific methods of identification in these cases due to the condition of the remains. The methods may include dental record comparison, DNA comparison, medical records review, or use of radiographs to look for medical prosthetics and devices with associated

serial numbers.

The Medical Examiner's office works with law enforcement agencies to gather information on suspected missing persons to conduct follow-ups with families, according to the department.

The Eaton Fire ignited around 6:20 p.m. Jan. 7 near Altadena Drive and Midwick Drive in the foothills above Altadena during hurricaneforce Santa Ana winds, according to Cal Fire. The blaze burned roughly 14,021 acres over 24 days, destroy-

ing about 9,414 structures and damaging another 1,074. The cause of the fire has not been determined. Twelve additional deaths have been confirmed in connection with the Palisades Fire, the Medical Examiner's office said.

LASD personnel solemnly escort their deceased colleagues from the scene of the deadly explosion in East Los Angeles. | Photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

Eaton Fire damage. | Photo courtesy of CA Dept of Insurance

Pasadena Rental Housing Board elects new officers

By Staff

The Pasadena Rental Housing Board elected a chair and vice chair last month, and on Tuesday city officials provided background information on the new leadership and the board's current top priorities.

Board member Allison Henry, the tenant representative from District 3, was elected chair, and at-large member Lourdes Gonzalez was elected vice chair. Henry's term is through May 2029, and Gonzalez will serve through May 2027.

The board's mission is "to ensure housing stability and fairness for Pasadena residents," officials said.

Henry has extensive experience in housing advocacy, public policy and civic engagement, according to a city statement. She was a lead author of the Fair and Equitable Housing Article XVIII of Pasadena's city charter and wrote the chapters related to the Rental Housing Board and the city's Rental Registry.

Henry most recently served as the lead organizer in San Gabriel Valley for the LA Forward Institute,

a nonprofit organization, where she expanded the institute's reach, hosted voter education events and co-created leadership development programs, according to her LinkedIn profile. She has worked with numerous regional housing organizations and coalitions and co-founded the San Gabriel Valley Tenants’ Alliance and Monrovia Housing and Tenants Advocates.

Henry also served on Pasadena's 2021 Housing Element Task Force and on the Garfield Heights Neighborhood Association Board, according to the city.

Gonzalez is a founding member of the Pasadena Rental Housing Board since its May 2023 inception. Officials said she contributes "a thoughtful and balanced perspective as both a policymaker and a local housing provider."

Gonzalez lives in District 3, where she rents out a second dwelling on her property, officials said.

"She is committed to advancing housing policies that are fair, effective, and equitable for both tenants

and property owners," according to a city statement.

Gonzalez led emergency response efforts during the coronavirus pandemic as a program manager for the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. That effort supported more than 40 temporary housing sites for people experiencing homelessness, officials said, adding that "her background in landlord-tenant engagement will continue to serve the Board as it navigates complex housing challenges across Pasadena."

Board members and the Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department thanked outgoing Chair Ryan Bell and outgoing Vice Chair Brandon Lamar "for their exceptional leadership and dedication," according to a city statement. Key milestones during their tenure include the implementation of the city’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance, the establishment of the Rental Registry, developing petition procedures for tenants and landlords and an ordinance adopted by the

City Council earlier this year to protect tenants affected by the Eaton Fire.

“This leadership transition marks an exciting new chapter for the PRHB,” Helen Morales, director of the Rent Stabilization Department, said in a statement. “We look forward to working with Chair Henry and Vice Chair Gonzalez to advance the mission of the Board, strengthen renter protections, and continue

supporting the rental housing community in Pasadena.”

The board's top priority is achieving full compliance with the city’s Rental Registry by ensuring that every covered rental unit in Pasadena is properly registered, officials said.

"This effort is central to advancing transparency, enforcing rent stabilization policies, and delivering meaningful protections to

both tenants and housing providers," according to the city statement. Additional priorities are refining petition procedures, continuing outreach in Pasadena neighborhoods and enhancing policy that responds to public safety emergencies.

More information about the Rental Housing Board, meeting schedules and board activities is at CityOfPasadena.net/commissions.

Holocaust Museum LA to close in August for work on expansion

By City News Service

HolocaustMuseum

LA will close on Aug. 4 as the museum ramps up construction on the expansion of its Pan Pacific Park campus, officials announced Tuesday.

The Jona Goldrich Campus, designed by awardwinning architect Hagy Belzberg, will feature outdoor reflective spaces, expansive galleries for temporary exhibits and classrooms, a theater for survivor talks, film screenings, concerts, conferences and public programs, a pavilion to house an authentic boxcar found outside the Majdanek death camp in Poland, and a dedicated

theater for the holographic exhibition featuring a conversation with a virtual survivor.

The expanded campus at 100 The Grove Drive, opening in June 2026, will double the museum's existing footprint and increase visitor capacity to 500,000 visitors annually, including 150,000 students. The permanent exhibit will include new cutting-edge technology to preserve Holocaust survivor testimonies, museum officials said.

"There will be no other museum quite like this in not only Los Angeles but in the U.S. For instance, our oneof-a-kind boxcar pavilion will evoke powerful emotions

ranging from pathos to striking resilient hope for humanity," Chief Executive Officer Beth Kean said.

The museum received a lead gift from Andrea Goldrich Cayton and Melinda Goldrich, daughters of museum founder and survivor Jona Goldrich, to name the new campus. The museum also received gifts from Roz and Abner Goldstine to name the learning center, from The Smidt Foundation to name the entrance courtyard, from the Stanley and Joyce Black Family Foundation to name the pavilion that will house the original boxcar obtained

and donated by the family, and from the S. Mark Taper Foundation to name the theater.

During the closure, the museum will continue to host events, including screenings, concerts, book talks, survivor

talks and panels, at off-site locations. More information can be found at holocaustmuseumla.org/upcoming.

An accessory dwelling unit in a home's backyard. | Photo courtesy of the Pasadena Planning & Community Development Department

The Jona Goldrich Campus signage. | Rendering courtesy of Holocaust Museum LA

business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025142903 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as VALLEY FOOD SAFETY, 8610 Aqueduct Ave, North Hills, CA 91343. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: CREATE N CRAFT LLC (CA-202463612385, 8610 Aqueduct Ave, North Hills, CA 91343; TAMHEED ULLAH, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 14, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025132296

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as N ASSOCIATES, 1825 Bushnell Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Lloyd Nikaido, 1825 Bushnell Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 30, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025147472 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as AOK Therapy LA, 225 S Ivy Ave P.O. box 4, Monrovia, CA 91016. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2025. Signed: Austin Owen Koestner, 225 S Ivy Ave P.O. box 4, Monrovia, CA 91016 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 21, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025146337 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BrainSpark Academy, 302 E. Manchester Blvd Suite 201, Inglewood, CA 90301. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2025. Signed: The Waladli Company, LLC (CA-201736110266, 302 E. Manchester Blvd Suite 201, Inglewood, CA 90301; Riann Williams, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 17, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025,

07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025143016 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Marilaine, 210 S Vista Bonita Ave Apt 2, Glendora, CA 91741. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2025. Signed: Michelle Farage, 210 S Vista Bonita Ave Apt 2, Glendora, CA 91741 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 15, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025134958 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). Harry and Sons Radiator (2). High Wheelers (3). Harry’s Radiator Shop , 109 S Hidalgo Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2025. Signed: Vicki Trepanier, 109 S Hidalgo Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 2, 2025.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025145143 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Lj Cao, 3755 canfield road, pasadena, CA 91107. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 2017. Signed: longji cao, 3755 canfield road, pasadena, CA 91107 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 16, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025139479 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Liz Robinson Ayurveda, 3466 Val Verde Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Elizabeth Robinson, 3466 Val Verde Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 9, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025147309 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). Vital Clean Co (2). Vital Cleaning co , 1401 21st St STE R, Sacramento, CA 95811. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2025. Signed: Vital clean co LLC (CAB20250205996, 1401 21st St STE

LEGALS

R, Sacramento, CA 95811; ruby contreras, Manager. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Sacremanto on July 18, 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025147173 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as A+ INSURANCE SERVICE, INC, 944 E Garvey Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91755. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: A Plus Insurance Service, inc (CA-3679027, 944 E Garvey Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91755; Joanna Wu, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 18, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025146504 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Southland building, 606 S Hill Street ste 201, Los Angeles, CA 90014. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2025. Signed: CHAI 18 HOLDINGs LLC (CA-202462311086, 606 S Hill Street ste 201, Los Angeles, CA 90014; JACOB H KHOOBIAN, Manager. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 18, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025145393 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). The Collective Legal (2). The Collective Legal & Crisis Management , 21151 S Western Ave, Torrance, CA 90501, Torrance, Ca 90501. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2021. Signed: Merissa V. Grayson, 21151 S Western Ave, Torrance, CA 90501 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 17, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025145492 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as K&E Associates, 8687 Melrose Avenue Suite B-121, West Hollywood, CA 90069. This business is conducted by a copartners. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2025. Signed: (1). Albert Elihu, 8687 Melrose Avenue Suite B-121, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (2). Joseph Elihu, 8687 Melrose Avenue Suite B-121, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (3). Parviz Elihu, 8687 Melrose Avenue Suite B-121, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (4). John Kashani, 8687 Melrose Avenue Suite B-121, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Partner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles

on July 17, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025146965 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Hikawa Studio, 119 W Ave 33 UNIT B, Los Angeles, CA 90031. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2025. Signed: Hikawa Studio, LLC (CA-201830210229, 119 W Ave 33 UNIT B, Los Angeles, CA 90031; Bailey Hikawa, MEMBER. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 18, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025146253

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as St. Matthews’ Church, 1920 W Glenoaks Blvd, Glendale, CA 91201. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 1995. Signed: Saint Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Glendale California (CA-217401, 1920 W Glenoaks Blvd, Glendale, CA 91201; Keith Banwart, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 17, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025146576 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as T & M Market, 2601-07 Meeker Ave, El Monte, CA 91732. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2025. Signed: Sakuba corporation (CAB2025006626, 2601-07 Meeker Ave, El Monte, CA 91732; Bhavi Patel, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 18, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025146900 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CHASING FOX, 580 S. ALAMEDA ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90013. This business is conducted by a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: DOWNTOWN LA CATERERS LLC (CA-B20250193094, 5100 Triggs St, Commerce, Ca 90022; MANDY WANG, MANAGER. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 18, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does

under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025122380

NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as House of Heirs Escrow, 100 N Citrus Street Suite 615, West Covina, CA 91791. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2025. Signed: THe R.R. Network, LLC (CA-202565319284, 100 N Citrus Street Suite 615, West Covina, CA 91791; Richard Anthony Reyes, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 16, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025146600 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as JUSTICE THROUGH THE ENFORCEMENT OF JUDGMENTS, 1443 E. Washington Blvd., #233, PASADENA, CA 91104. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: gadiel r. isidro jr, 1443 E. Washington Blvd., #233, PASADENA, CA 91104 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 18, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025143757

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Planned Concepts, 2026 Sinaloa Ave, Altadena, CA 91001. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 2016. Signed: Maria Isela Knechtle, 1236 Sagemont Place, Altadena, Ca 91001 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 15, 2025. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 07/24/2025, 07/31/2025, 08/07/2025, 08/14/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2025138462

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Salvador Gaitan Fire Protection, 14533 California Ave, Baldwin Park, CA 91706. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on July 2025. Signed: Salvador Gaitan Barba, 14533 California Ave, Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on July 8, 2025.

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Monterey Park City Notices

City of Monterey Park

Engineering Division

320 West Newmark Avenue

Monterey Park, CA 91754

Tel. No: (626) 307-1320

Fax: (626) 307-2500

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

MONTEREY PARK VISION ZERO ACTION PLAN

CIP NO. 96044

RFP Published: Tuesday July 22, 2025

Questions Due: Tuesday August 5, 2025

Proposals Due: Thursday August 21, 2025

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Vision Zero Action Plan will identify priorities and strategies to help the City achieve its goal of zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries. The plan will be centered on stakeholder and community engagement, including agency staff, elected and community leaders, and the general public. The Plan will also provide a special focus on strategies for Safe Routes to School, Active Transportation and Complete Streets. Successful individual/consultant will be required to provide: (1) Liability insurance with City of Monterey Park as addition insured endorsement; (2) Proof of workers’ compensation insurance coverage; and (3) Record with California Secretary of State.

Plans are available to download for a fee from QuestCDN; link on the City’s website www.montereypark.ca.gov/444/Bids-Proposals.

RFP Cost: $5.00.

RFP Due Date and Time: Proposals must be submitted to: City of Monterey Park City Clerk’s Office

Attn: Ziad Mazboudi PE 320 W Newmark Ave Monterey Park, CA 91754

until 2:00 PM, Thursday, August 21, 2025. Questions? Please call: Ziad Mazboudi, CIP Manager at (626) 532-2018.

Publish July 24, 2025 & July 31, 2025 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

Glendale City Notices

LEGALS

Pasadena City Notices

Introduced by: Councilmember Hampton

ORDINANCE NO. 7451

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 14.28, SECTION 14.28.500 OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP

The People of the City of Pasadena ordain as follows:

SECTION 1 Pasadena Municipal Code, Title 14 (Buildings and Construction), Chapter 14.28 (Fire Prevention Code), Section 14.28.500 is amended as follows:

1.24.010 – Fire hazard severity zone map.

The map entitled "City of Pasadena Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map" dated March 24, 2025 is adopted and incorporated in this chapter by this reference. The adopted map shall be maintained on file with the City Clerk and made available for public inspection during normal business hours. Such map shall be used by the fire chief in administering this chapter.

SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this ordinance and shall cause this ordinance to be published in full text.

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

SECTION 4. The City Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this ordinance to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

Signed and approved this 21st day of July, 2025.

Gordo

of the City of Pasadena

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was adopted by the City Council of the City of Pasadena at its meeting held this 21st day of July 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Cole, Hampton, Jones, Masuda, Vice Mayor Rivas, Mayor Gordo

NOES: None

ABSENT: Councilmembers Lyon, Madison

ABSTAIN: None

Date Published: July 24, 2025

Approved as to form:

Danielle St. Clair

Assistant City Attorney

Publish July 24, 2025 PASADENA PRESS

5642-015-057, and 5642015-058, addressed as 236 North Central Avenue) which is bisected by a 16 foot wide public alley (alley 239), located in the Downtown Specific Plan - Orange Central District.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The project is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Public Resources Code (PRC) § 21080.66. (a) for a housing development project as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 65905.5 of the Government Code, because the project meets each standard/criteria pursuant to PRC § 21080.66.

HEARING INFORMATION

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the above project at Room 105 of the Municipal Services Building, 633 E. Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206, on AUGUST 6, 2025, AT 5:00 PM or as soon thereafter as possible. The purpose of the hearing is to hear comments from the public with respect to proposed alley vacation. The Planning Commission will be making a recommendation to the City Council.

The meeting can be viewed on Charter Cable Channel 6 or streamed online at: https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/management-services/gtv6/live-videostream. For public comments and questions during the meeting call 818-937-8100. City staff will be submitting these questions and comments in real time to the appropriate person during the Planning Commission hearing. You may also testify in person at the hearing if you wish to do so. If the final decision is challenged in court, testimony may be limited to issues raised before or at the public hearing.

The staff report and case materials will be available a week before the hearing date at www. glendaleca.gov/agendas

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: If you desire more information on the proposal, please contact the case planner Dennis Joe in the Planning Division at DJoe@glendaleca.gov, or (818) 937-8157, or (818) 548-2140.

Any person having an interest in the subject project may participate in the hearing, by phone as outlined above, and may be heard in support of his/her opinion. Any person protesting may file a duly signed and acknowledged written protest with the Director of Community Development not later than the hour set for public hearing before the Planning Commission. “Acknowledged” shall mean a declaration of property ownership (or occupant if not owner) under penalty of perjury. If you challenge the decision of this project 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 City of Glendale, at or prior to the public hearing. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, please notify the Community Development Department at least 48 hours (or two business days) for requests regarding sign language translation and Braille transcription services. When a final decision is rendered, a decision letter will be posted online at www.glendaleca. gov/planning/decisions. An appeal may be filed within 15 days of the final decision date appearing on the decision letter. Appeals may be filed at www.GlendaleCA.gov/Permits (click “Apply,” then “Planning/Zoning”).

Dr. S. Abajian, The City Clerk of the City of Glendale Publish July 24, 2025

Introduced by: Councilmember Hampton

ORDINANCE NO. 7452

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA AMENDING SECTIONS 2.05.160, 2.05.170, 2.05.180, 2.05.190, AND 2.05.200 OF TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2.05 OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING COUNCIL COMMITTEES

The People of the City of Pasadena ordain as follows: SECTION 1. Pasadena Municipal Code, Title 2 (Organization and Administration), Chapter 2.05 (City Council), Section 2.05.160 is amended as follows:

2.05.160 - Council finance committee.

A. There is created a standing committee of the city council known as the council finance committee. The finance committee shall:

1. Review fiscal matters, as well as other related matters which the committee chair, city council or city council appointees determine are within the scope of the committee’s review;

2. Perform the functions of an audit committee (with respect to independent audits and internal audits relating to all city agencies and operations) as recognized by prevailing auditing practices; and

3. Be responsible for liaison with citizen advisory bodies which deal with fiscal matters.

B. The finance committee shall be composed of up to four (4) members of the city council appointed by the mayor. If four (4) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. If three (3) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. No action of the committee shall be valid without the affirmative vote of at least two (2) members.

C. The finance committee shall, at its first meeting and from time to time thereafter, establish a regular meeting schedule, including time and place, and may hold such other meetings as it deems necessary or advisable. At least three (3) times each year, the committee shall convene as an audit committee. All of its meetings shall

be held in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act or applicable successor statutes.

D. The finance committee shall have minutes maintained of its meetings. The minutes shall be distributed to the city council.

SECTION 2. Pasadena Municipal Code, Title 2 (Organization and Administration), Chapter 2.05 (City Council), Section 2.05.170 is amended as follows:

2.05.170 - Council economic development and technology committee.

A. There is created a standing committee of the city council known as the council economic development and technology committee. The committee shall:

1. Review matters which relate to economic development within the city, the various enterprise and entrepreneurial activities of the city, community development projects, affordable housing, and technology and telecommunication proposals for city operations and for other operations in the community, as well as other related matters which the committee chair, city council or city council appointees determine are within the scope of the committee’s review.

2. Be a liaison with citizen advisory bodies which deal with such economic development matters, affordable housing matters, and enterprise or entrepreneurial activities.

B. The economic development and technology committee shall be composed of up to four (4) members of the city council appointed by the mayor. If four (4) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. If three (3) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. No action of the committee shall be valid without the affirmative vote of at least two (2) members.

C. The economic development and technology committee shall, at its first meeting and from time to time thereafter, establish a regular meeting schedule, including time and place, and may hold such other meetings as it deems necessary or advisable. All of its meetings shall be held in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act or applicable successor statutes.

D. The economic development and technology committee shall have minutes maintained of its meetings. The minutes shall be distributed to the city council.

SECTION 3. Pasadena Municipal Code, Title 2 (Organization and Administration), Chapter 2.05 (City Council), Section 2.05.180 is amended as follows:

2.05.180 - Council legislative policy committee.

A. There is created a standing committee of the city council known as the council legislative policy committee. The committee shall:

1. Review legislation and administrative rulings pending before local, state and federal legislative bodies on issues which affect the city, review grants to fund new services and projects not currently provided by the city, not previously approved by the city council, or that commit new city resources, and review priorities for state and federal funding, as well as other related matters which the committee chair, city council or city council appointees determine are within the scope of the committee’s review.

2. Make recommendations to the city council regarding such matters, setting forth arguments both in support and in opposition, and monitor the progress of funding and grant requests.

3. Follow-up on those legislative matters if the city has taken a position, including how city’s elected or appointed representatives voted in response to city’s position.

B. The legislative policy committee shall be composed of up to four (4) members of the city council appointed by the mayor. If four (4) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. If three (3) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. No action of the committee shall be valid without the affirmative vote of at least two (2) members.

C. The legislative policy committee shall establish a regular meeting schedule, including time and place, and may hold such other meetings as it deems necessary or advisable. All of its meetings shall be held in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act or applicable successor statutes.

D. The legislative policy committee shall have minutes maintained of its meetings. The minutes shall be distributed to the city council.

SECTION 4. Pasadena Municipal Code, Title 2 (Organization and Administration), Chapter 2.05 (City Council), Section 2.05.190 is amended as follows:

2.05.190 - Council public safety committee.

A. There is created a standing committee of the city council known as the council public safety committee. The public safety committee shall review matters relating to public safety, including police and fire services and crime prevention programs, as well as other related matters which the committee, chair, city council or city council appointees determine are within the scope of the committee’s review.

B. The public safety committee shall be composed of up to four (4) members of the city council appointed by the mayor. If four (4) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. If three (3) members are appointed, two (2) members shall constitute a quorum. No action of the committee shall be valid without the affirmative vote of at least two (2) members.

C. The public safety committee shall, at its first meeting and from time to time thereafter, establish a regular meeting schedule, including time and place, and may hold such other meetings as it deems necessary or advisable. All of its meetings shall be held in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act or applicable successor statutes.

D. The public safety committee shall have minutes maintained of its meetings. The minutes shall be distributed to the city

Victor

Mayor

Mark Jomsky City Clerk

Newsom calls for Trump to end remaining troops' LA deployment

By Joe Taglieri joet@beaconmedianews.com

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday echoed calls from local officials for an end to the remaining National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles.

According to Newsom's office, pressure continues mounting for the President Donald Trump to withdraw the 2,000 federalized California National Guard soldiers, who the administration deployed to protect federal buildings and accompany federal agents during immigration enforcement operations.

Last week, the Pentagon announced 2,000 National Guard troops would leave the city, followed by the announcement Monday that 700 U.S. Marines in the area would also withdraw.

“The women and men of the California National Guard deserve more than to continue serving as puppets in Trump and Stephen Miller’s performative political theater," Newsom said in a statement. "There was never a need for the military to deploy against civilians in Los Angeles. The damage is done, however. We, again, call upon them to do the right thing and end the militarization once and for all.”

Now that more than half of the 4,700 troops stationed in the LA area since June have left, many remain without a clear mission, direction or a timeline for returning to their communities, according to Newsom's office.

White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly defended the deployment and criticized

the administration's political foes, saying, “700 Marines are returning home because of their incredible success in restoring law and order to Los Angeles — despite Democrats’ dangerous rhetoric that encouraged rioters to attack law enforcement and destroy property.

"Karen Bass and Gavin Newscum should be thanking our military men and women, as well as President Trump, for protecting the rule of law," Kelly said in a statement to HeySoCal.com. "Clearly, they missed the memo that Americans overwhelmingly support the President’s agenda to remove illegal immigrant murderers, rapists, and criminals of all kinds from our streets."

Earlier Monday, LA Mayor Karen Bass repeated her call for an end to the local troop deployment. State Sen. Caroline Menjivar, D-Panorama City, a former member of the Marine Corps, joined Bass during a morning news conference in Sylmar, along with other military veterans and families of service members who support a troop withdrawal.

The governor's office noted that a bipartisan group of 25 former governors filed a brief in support of Newsom v.Trump, urging the court to enforce state sovereignty and block the federalization of the National Guard.

Retired four-star admirals and generals and former secretaries of the Army and Navy filed another amicus brief on the risks of Trump’s

State officials also said the California National Guard estimates its service members have been pulled from key civilian duties such as medical and first responders, service workers, building contractors, law enforcement and corrections officers, civil service and government workers, technology specialists, educators and agriculture workers.

Usually under the governor’s command, nearly 450 soldiers are deployed statewide, including at ports of entry to fight transnational criminal organizations and seize illegal drugs, officials said. California National Guard troops from the state’s Counterdrug Task Force have been reassigned by President Trump for the Los Angeles deployment.

Newsom's office also noted the economic impact of the Trump administration's massdeportation campaign and the governor's meeting last week with restaurant owners in Bell and faith-community leaders in Downey.

"Trump’s actions have a ripple effect — the state’s economy is likely to contract

later this year due to fallout from global tariffs and immigration raids in Los Angeles and other cities that have rattled key sectors, including construction, hospitality, and agriculture," the governor's office reported, citing a UCLA Anderson forecast. "Mass arrests, detentions and deportations in California could slash $275 billion from the state’s economy and eliminate $23 billion in annual tax revenue."

The loss of immigrant workers — undocumented

individuals as well as those losing lawful status under Trump administration rules — is expected to cause delays in post-wildfire rebuilding, reduce the food supply and drive up costs, officials said.

Undocumented immigrants paid $8.5 billion in state and local taxes in 2022, which is projected to increase to $10.3 billion if they could apply to work lawfully.

During his first administration in 2018, Trump said, “Illegal immigration affects the lives of all Americans. Illegal immigration hurts American workers; burdens American taxpayers; and undermines public safety; and places enormous strain on local schools, hospitals, and communities in general, taking precious resources away from the poorest Americans who need them most. Illegal immigration costs our country billions and billions of dollars each year. … And

I will therefore take every lawful action at my disposal to address this crisis. And that’s what we’re doing.”

On the campaign trail in October, Trump's antiimmigrant tone was harsher. While speaking of a 22-yearold nursing student from Georgia allegedly murdered by a Venezuelan immigrant in the country illegally, Trump declared, "The Democrats say, 'Please don't call them animals. They're humans.' I said, 'No, they're not humans, they're not humans, they're animals.'"

In a 2015 speech announcing his presidential campaign, Trump said if immigrants from Mexico, “They’re bringing drugs. They’re bringing crime. They’re rapists. And some, I assume, are good people."

The 9th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals is currently considering Newsom's lawsuit challenging Trump's takeover of the California National Guard.

CalGuard takeover.

Federalized California National Guard soldiers walk through downtown LA in June. | Photo courtesy of the National Guard