SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS
BRINGING NEWS, PEOPLE AND EVENTS TO THE CITY OF SOUTH EL MONTE
IN THIS ISSUE
SOUTH EL MONTE’S 4 TH OF JULY CELEBRATION • SATURDAY, JULY 1 ST
Bring your family and friends and join us for our 4th of July Celebration on Saturday, July 1st at New Temple Park, 1450 Lidcombe Avenue. The family friendly event will begin at 2:00 p.m. with fun activities, attractions, giveaways, variety of food vendors, live entertainment and conclude with a spectacular firework show at 9:00 p.m. The event is free.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
• 2:00 p.m. - Live Boxing Show
• 2:00 p.m. - Attractions: Kids Splash Zone, Bungee Jumping, Train Rides & more
• 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Family Games
• 6:15 p.m. - City Council Welcoming
• 6:30 p.m. - Chico Band Concert
• 9:00 p.m. - Fireworks Show
Additionally, the South El Monte Aquatic Center, 1500 Central Avenue, just walking distance from New Temple Park, will be open for FREE recreation swim from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. We look forward to celebrating America’s birthday with you! For additional information, call the South El Monte Community Center at (626) 579-2043.
SOUTH EL MONTE ACTIVE MILITARY
BANNER PROGRAM
The City of South El Monte is proud to honor the brave men and women who are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, or Navy) through the Active Military Banner Program. The program is designed to honor and support active-duty military personnel that reside in or have immediate family living in South El Monte.
The military banners recognize the service member, with their name and branch of the United States Armed Forces on the front and back of each banner. The banners are displayed on the light poles by City Hall along Santa Anita Avenue. The cost to display each customized banner is $50; financial assistance is available.
Applications for the Active Military Banner Program are available on the City’s website at cityofsouthelmonte. org/273/Active-Military-Banner-Program.
For additional information, please contact Noelia Saucedo at (626) 448-0131 or via email at nsaucedo@soelmonte.org
ALL CITY FACILITIES WILL BE CLOSED ON INDEPENDENCE DAY TUESDAY, JULY 4, 2023
City of South El Monte 1415 Santa Anita Ave. South El Monte, CA 91733 Residential Customer PRSRT. STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #87 EL MONTE EDDM ECRWSS
OF JULY CELEBRATION PG. 6 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT PG. 7 SUMMER CONCERTS PG. 9 AQUATIC PROGRAMS PG. 12
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SOUTH EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL
MAYOR GLORIA OLMOS
MAYOR PRO TEM RICHARD ANGEL
COUNCILMEMBER MANUEL ACOSTA
COUNCILMEMBER RUDY BOJORQUEZ
COUNCILMEMBER HECTOR DELGADO
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
The City Council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Regular meetings start at 6 p.m.
Questions or Assistance
For additional information, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 579-6540 ext. 3280.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
JULY 11 & 25
To view Agendas or Agenda packets use the side QR Code, scroll down to the current and upcoming events section.
CITY MANAGER
RENE SALAS
CITY CLERK
DONNA G. SCHWARTZ
FINANCE DIRECTOR
MASAMI HIGA
CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS
ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN/GIRLSMeets Quarterly / Upcoming Meetings
July 19 & October 18 at 6:00 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES - Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
PATRIOTIC - Meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
PLANNING - Meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
Agenda and Meeting Minutes are available on the City’s website at cityofsouthelmonte.org
CITY COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
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CONNECT WITH US
A Certificate of Appreciation was presented to Amanda Mejia from Athens Services for her service and commitment to the South El Monte Community.
The City Council proclaimed May 21-27 as National Public Works Week.
The City Council proclaimed the month of May as Asian Americans and Heritage Month.
STREET SWEEPING & TRASH COLLECTION HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
In observance of Independence Day holiday, there will be no street sweeping and trash collection services on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.
Street Sweeping: If your regular street sweeping day falls on Tuesday, it will be swept on the following week. Please be advised, that all other parking regulations (i.e. red zones, blue zones/handicap, sidewalk, etc.) will be enforced. Trash
Collection services will resume on Wednesday and there will be a one-day delay for the remainder of the week.
Questions:
If you have any questions, please contact Athens Services at (888) 336-6100.
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
UTILITY COMPANIES
HOMELESS RESOURCES
SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • JULY 2023 03 CITY HALL 1415 SANTA ANITA AVENUE • (626) 579-6540 MONDAY - THURSDAY • 7:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. FRIDAY - SUNDAY • CLOSED CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS Administration City Clerk Human Resources Finance Building & Safety Housing Community Development Planning Economic Development Code Enforcement Public Works/Engineering Parking Enforcement CITY YARD 1900 CENTRAL AVENUE • (626) 444-3158 MONDAY - THURSDAY • 7:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS COMMUNITY CENTER 1530 CENTRAL AVENUE • (626) 579-2043 MONDAY - FRIDAY • 1:00 P.M - 9:00 P.M. CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS SENIOR CENTER 1556 CENTRAL AVENUE • (626) 448-0131 MONDAY - FRIDAY • 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS SHERIFF’S TEMPLE STATION 8838 LAS TUNAS DR., TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 (626) 285-7171 • LASD.ORG/TEMPLE 911 FOR LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCIES OR IN-PROGRESS CRIMES
LAHSA (LOS ANGELES HOMELESS SERVICES AUTHORITY) MAKE A HOMELESS OUTREACH REQUEST AT LA-HOP.ORG
ANIMAL CONTROL (SEAACA) (562) 803-3301 ANONYMOUS NARCOTICS TIP LINE (626) 292-3375 BUSINESS LICENSES (626) 403-7258 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (626) 443-0180 GREATER EL MONTE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (626) 579-7777 HOUSING RIGHTS CENTER (800) 477-5977 LA COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE (626) 258-6001 LA COUNTY SOCIAL PROGRAMS 211 LA COUNTY WHITTIER NARROWS (626) 575-5526 LIBRARY (626) 443-4158 POST OFFICE (800) 275-8777 SAN GABRIEL VALLEY SERVICE CENTER (626) 575-5431 SUPERVISOR HILDA L. SOLIS OFFICE (626) 350-4500 VECTOR CONTROL (562) 944-9656
ATHENS SERVICES (TRASH/STREET SWEEPING) (888) 336-6100 EDISON (800) 655-4555 GAS COMPANY (800) 427-2000 SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER COMPANY (626) 448-6183 SPECTRUM (888) 369-2808
Collection:
E-WASTE & USED OIL
Recycling Services For Residents
South El Monte residents may recycle their Electronic Waste (E-Waste) and Used Motor Oil & Filters at the City of South El Monte Public Works Maintenance Yard located at 1900 Central Avenue, FREE of charge.
• E-Waste is consumer electronic equipment that is no longer wanted. Items accepted include computers, printers, keyboards, scanners, televisions, cell phones, stereos, and electronic games.
• Used Motor Oil & Filters: to recycle them please drain the filter for 12 hours to remove most of the used oil. Store your used oil and filter in a leak-proof container. Do not mix oil with gasoline, automotive fluids, other liquids or debris. Contamination makes it hazardous and unrecyclable.
• This service is only available to South El Monte residents. Proof of residency is required.
• MUST SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO DROP OFF ITEMS.
• NO BUSINESS WASTE
To schedule your appointment to drop off items for recycling or for additional information, please call our Customer Care Hotline at (626) 242-1666.
SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • JULY 2023 04 AthensServices.com (888) 336-6100
SOUTH EL MONTE RESIDENTS ONLY (ID OR BILL REQUIRED) BRING SHOVELS, DOLLY, AND STURDY CONTAINERS (SELF-SERVICE EVENT) NO PLASTIC BAGS ALLOWED DRIVE UP ONLY (NO WALK-UPS) WHILE SUPPLIES LAST (30 GALLON LIMIT FIRST HOUR) NO CONTAINER LARGER THAN 32 GALLONS DUE TO SAFETY & WEIGHT CONCERNS GLOVES AND EYE PROTECTION RECOMMENDED Athens’ compost is a blend of organics material including a mix of green waste, wood waste, and food scraps.* Our compost is OMRI Listed® and licensed by the California Department of Food and Agriculture. *May contain small particles of glass. Saturday, July 22nd 8:00 am to 12:00 pm 1459 Santa Anita Ave. South El Monte, CA 91733 Participation in the event and all items accepted are at your own risk. It is the attendees’ responsibility to practice safe lifting and take all protective measures to guard against injury or any other loss. FREE COMPOST EVENT
Residents of South El Monte
SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • JULY 2023 05 $10 RABIES AFFORDABLE PET VACCINE CLINIC No appointment needed! First come first serve! Everyone is welcome! Dog & Cat Vaccinations - Fecal Exams - De-WormingPhysical Exams - Microchipping - Prescription Flea ControlDiagnostic Testing -& More for purchase Location South El Monte Community Center 1530 Central Ave www.vetcarepetclinic.com 1-800-988-8387 Event Date Saturday July 22nd 8:00 - 11:00 AM Medical Waste Disposal Fee $3.00 NOW - JULY 8, 2023 Medical Waste Disposal Fee $3.00
IF YOU LIGHT THEM UP CLEAN THEM UP
BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR.
KEEP SOUTH EL MONTE CLEAN & BEAUTIFUL.
CLEAN UP YOUR FIREWORKS DEBRIS.
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF’S TEMPLE STATION
8838 LAS TUNAS DRIVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780
(626) 285-7171
DIAL 911 FOR EMERGENCIES
The City of South El Monte contracts with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for law enforcement services. Designated deputies of the Sheriff’s Temple Station oversee the safety of South El Monte community members.
Temple Station responsibilities include:
• Promoting and preserving public order.
• Documenting and investigating any criminal activity.
• Providing emergency response to all life threatening incidents.
• Preventing Crime by Community Policing with the community it serves.
• Ongoing education to citizens within the community with current crime prevention ideas and methods.
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PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION The Parks and Recreation Division enriches the quality of lives for our community through the variety of events and programs they provide. COMMUNITY CENTER 1530 CENTRAL AVE. • (626) 579-2043 MONDAY-FRIDAY • 1:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS * ADULT SPORTS * AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS * AQUATIC PROGRAMS * PARK & FACILITY RENTALS * SEASONAL DAY CAMPS * SPECIAL EVENTS * YOUTH & RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS ** PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. CONNECT WITH US SEM_PARKSANDREC SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS NOTIFY ME AT CITYOFSOUTHELMONTE.ORG 08 SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • JULY 2023 SEM PARKSANDREC LEARN ENGAGE AFTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION RESIDENTS: BEGINNING JULY 31, 2023 NON-RESIDENTS: BEGINNING AUGUST 14, 2023 REGISTER AT THE SOUTH EL MONTE COMMUNITY CENTER, 1530 CENTRAL AVE FROM 1:00 PM - 8:30 PM *MUST BRING PROOF OF CHILD'S AGE AND/OR GRADE *MUST BRING PROOF OF SOUTH EL MONTE RESIDENCY FOR FEE SCHOOL MONDAY - FRIDAY FROM 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM PROGRAM STARTS ON AUGUST 22 , 2023 New Temple Park 1450 Lidcombe Ave Grades K-4th New Temple School Students Only Outdoor Facilty FREE For more information, please call 626-579-2043 PROGRAMS C I T Y O F S O U T H E L M O N T E C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E S D E P A R T M E N T Mini Center 1824 Central Ave Grades K-8th Fees: Residents: $60/month Non-Residents: $70/month Transportation provided for: Dean L Shively New Temple Miramonte Monte Vista THE CITY OF SOUTH EL MONTE OFFERS 3 DIFFERENT AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY. THE PROGRAMS OFFER HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE, ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES, GAMES, AND SO MUCH MORE! Community Center 1530 Central Ave Aimed towards Grades 5th-8th Drop-In Program FREE
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SENIOR CENTER
1556 CENTRAL AVE. • (626) 448-0131
MONDAY-FRIDAY • 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS
• NUTRITION PROGRAM
• TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
• SOCIAL/EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
• HEALTH/WELLNESS PROGRAMS
• EXCURSIONS
*Programs and events are subject to change. SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS NOTIFY ME AT CITYOFSOUTHELMONTE.ORG
CLUB MEETINGS & CASH BINGO
3L CLUB • JULY: 6, 18, 20
P.M.
PRESENTATIONS
ACCESS SERVICES (TRANSPORTATION)
JULY 6 · 9:30 A.M. - 11:15 A.M.
ASK THE NURSE - LA COUNTY DEPT. OF MENTAL HEALTH
KAISER PERMANENTE BENEFITS BOOTH
- 11:15
EXPLORE THE LA COUNTY LIBRARY
TUES., JULY 25 · 10:15 A.M. - 11:15 A.M.
SENIOR SCAM PREVENTION
THURS., JULY 27 · 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
NEW SERVICES
LOW COST HAIRCUTS
EVERY 4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
TUES., JULY 25 · 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
NOTARY SERVICES
EVERY 1ST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
WED., JULY 5 · 9:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
REGISTER AT FRONT DESK
SUMMER NUTRITION PROGRAM
JULY 1 - AUGUST 29
1:00
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JULY 18 · 10:15 A.M.
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Monday - Friday 1:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$1 50 for adults
$1 00 for ages 17 and under
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
$1 00 per person
Ages 55 +
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Free!
Youth and adult lessons are offered Monday through Friday. All classes are 30 minutes long for two weeks Swimmers may enroll only during registration dates
Afternoon class sessions: 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
*Times subject to change
Parent and Me: 4 years old and younger
Pre-School: 4 - 5 years old
Levels 1 - 6: 5 - 15 years old
Adult: 15 years and older
Residents: $30, $20 2nd sibling, $15 3rd sibling
Non-Residents: $60 per person
Registration for swimming lessons is held at the South El Monte Community Center, 1530 Central Ave from 8:00 a m - 12:00 p m on respective dates.
Session 3: July 3rd - July 14th; Register June 30th*
Session 4: July 17th - July 28th; Register July 15th
Session 5: July 31st - Aug. 11th; Register July 29th
Session 6: Aug 14th - Aug 25th; Register Aug 12th
*Session 3 registration will take place on Friday, June 30th due to Independence Day Holiday
*TIMES AND FEES SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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