April 10, 2026 La Mirada Lamplighter

CALTRANS REROUTED TRAFFIC WITHOUT INFORMING CERRITOS, ILLEGAL MOVE WILL COST THE CITY OVER $5 MILLION

“Caltrans has failed to coordinate thus far, and any further lack of communication or consultation with the City and its

The City blasted Caltrans for establishing a detour route on southbound Carmenita between the I-5 and Artesia Blvd., and eastbound Artesia Blvd. between

“Neither stretch of Carmeni-

THE LUNAR SURFACE appears in striking, high-resolution detail during the Artemis II mission flyby as Earth sets in the distance. Captured April 6, 2026, just minutes before signal loss, the image reveals the contrast of night and day across Earth, with sharply defined ridges, deep shadows, and rugged terrain stretching across the Moon’s surface. Image Credit: NASA.

Cerritos Residents Warned After Hidden Surveillance Devices Discovered Near Homes

Even more concerning, similar devices have reportedly been spotted mounted on poles in other parts of the city.

Artesia-Based Hospice

Operator Charged in $9 Million Fraud Scheme

By Brian Hews

By Stepheny Gehrig

CERRITOS — Just when you thought security cameras were for homeowners, burglars are now installing their own.

This isn’t a random prank or neighborhood curiosity. It’s part of a growing pattern across Southern California where organized burglary crews are using hidden cameras to “case” homes before striking.

In Arcadia, a homeowner previously discovered a cam -

ta or Artesia is a city designated truck route, commercial vehicles over 6,000 pounds are strictly prohibited on the streets, per City Municipal Code.”

flows onto arterial streets.”

Questions Mount as Bellflower Mayor Pro Tem Fails to Provide Key Loan Docs on Out-of-District Property

Mayor Pro Tem cites “no comment” after three requests for loan documents that could clarify how the out-of-district property was classified.

The Caltrans rerouting of trucks has caused severe damage and increased traffic at peak hours, the extensive damage alone is estimated “to cost $5.2 million to repair,” and the “average daily traffic on said streets has significantly increased and

By Brian Hews

BELLFLOWER — In November, Los Cerritos Community News first reported that then Bellflower District 4 Councilman — now Mayor Pro Tem — Victor Sanchez had declared a Somerset Street duplex in District 1 as owner-occupied in recorded public documents. That designation appeared in both a Grant Deed transferring a half interest in the property to San-

BY THOM MARTIN

The City of Lakewood held its annual Award of Valor luncheon on Nov. 6 to thank the men and women of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Fire Department, as well as the community volunteers who protect and serve Lakewood.

Bridget Perrizo, a staff member at Artesia High was honored when she helped two people that was being attacked by a dog.

chez and his wife and in a Deed of Trust securing a $421,000 loan recorded just days later.

The City then cited the numerous safety hazards caused by the rerouting of traffic, concerns that have been voiced by Cerritos residents in calls and emails to both HMG-LCCN and the City.

Those filings raised immediate legal questions about whether Sanchez’s principal residence was in District 1 rather than District 4, the district he was elected to represent. Under California law, councilmembers must reside in the district they serve, and a change in residence can trigger removal through court action.

The rerouting on Carmenita takes large trucks by two schools, Stowers Elementary and Carmenita Middle school in addition

But the residency issue was only part of the concern. The recorded loan documents required the borrower to occupy the property as a principal residence — a sworn, notarized obligation that lenders treat as a material condition of the

action, jumping out of her car grabbing the boy and helping the woman.

See PROPERTY, Page 7

Norwalk Pushes Transit Project, Resolves Housing Dispute, Oks Emergency Repairs

By Brian Hews

She took them to Artesia High School, where they received medical assistance and were ultimately transported to the hospital. Because of her selfless actions, the City of Lakewood recently awarded Bridget with the Mayor’s Award at the city’s annual Awards of Valor ceremony.

Avenue, a key step toward a future large-scale development tied to regional transit.

ARTESIA — A healthcare operator who ran a hospice business out of Artesia is now at the center of a massive federal fraud case that allegedly siphoned millions from Medicare.

Bridget, was headed back to work from lunch when she spotted a dog attacking a woman and young boy. The dog had knocked them to the ground and they were screaming for help.

TRASH piles up at a condominium complex in Hawaiian Gardens. The City chose Waste Resources Incorporated as their new hauler, who said they would immediately begin trash pick up. Photo Brian Hews.

TRASH WILL FINALLY GET CLEANED UP IN HAWAIIAN GARDENS

“Poor leadership, no foresight on the situation, typical of this City Council,” former Hawaiian Gardens Mayor Rey Rodriguez

Maravilla and the City Coun cil could have sent out a notice and held a meeting within two days to address the situation.

The staff report included in last week’s meeting presented clear evidence that CWS was in violation of its contract with the City, but Mayor Maravilla and the Council were apparently afraid toing residents driving by stinky piles of trash for the foreseeable future.

HIDDEN CAMERA: Components of a concealed surveillance device found hidden in landscaping, camouflaged with leaves and debris to monitor nearby homes without detection.

In a development that feels more like a spy movie than suburban life, a hidden surveillance camera was recently discovered tucked inside bushes on a quiet residential street in Cerritos—and authorities say it’s not an isolated incident.

According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Cerritos Station, the device was found on the 12500 block of Summerwind Street, positioned to quietly monitor activity at a nearby home.

The voluminous staff report

era camouflaged in a hedge and aimed at nearby homes, prompting police warnings that the device was likely used to track residents’ routines. A similar case in Garden Grove involved a camera hidden in bushes outside a residence.

The trend has also surfaced farther north. In San Jose, police reported multiple hidden cameras placed outside homes, some connected to Wi-Fi and portable power

Lolita Beronilla Minerd, 65, of Anaheim, was arrested as part of a sweeping federal investigation targeting hospice fraud across Los Angeles County. Authorities allege Minerd used her company, Topanga Hospice Care Inc., which operated in Artesia from 2020 to 2025, to submit roughly $9.2 million in fraudulent claims to Medicare, ultimately receiving more than $8.5 million in payments.

NORWALK — Norwalk officials advanced two of the city’s most consequential development efforts this week while approving emergency infrastructure repairs and contracts with unusually high contingencies — underscoring the growing pressure to manage growth, aging systems, and state housing mandates.

Bridget immediately took

included several default letters, which, under California’s Public Resource Code Section 49000, starts the clock on termination.

City staff even went the extra step and attempted to work with CWS to cure the breaches and defaults starting in March of this year, each of which gave CWS steps to resolve the defaults.

At the forefront, the City Council authorized an exclusive negotiating agreement for property within the Norwalk Transit Village area near Bloomfield

"I always wondered what I would do when faced with a situation like this one," said Perrizo. "By the grace of God, I had the courage to take action. I'm so glad that both the mom and son are okay, and I'm so honored to receive this award.”

The agreement grants Hotel2Suites 2 LLC exclusive rights to negotiate with the city, effectively positioning the developer to bring forward a hotel or mixed-use project. While no final proposal has been approved, such agreements typically signal that detailed plans are forthcoming and that the city has narrowed the field to a single development partner.

See HERO page 15

City leaders have long viewed the Transit Village

See NORWALK, Page 6

Cerritos Reports Double-Digit Drop in Crime

According to investigators, the scheme relied on recruiting individuals who were not terminally ill and enrolling them in hospice care under false pretenses. In some cases, individuals were allegedly approached in public places and later offered monthly cash payments, along with medical supplies, in exchange for signing up as hospice patients.

In addition to the default notices, the City also attempted to arrange meetings with CWS but CWS did not attend most meetings.

See TRASH page 15

The operation was part of a broader federal crackdown that resulted in multiple arrests involving healthcare professionals across Southern California, including nurses and other licensed providers accused of exploiting the hospice system for financial gain.

Minerd’s Artesia-based operation is one of several businesses identified in the inves-

CERRITOS — Crime in Cerritos is trending downward overall in early 2026, but a closer look at the numbers shows a more complicated and concerning picture beneath the surface. While property crimes like burglary and theft are falling significantly, violent crime is moving in the opposite direction, raising new questions about public safety in the city. According to the March 2026 crime statistics, total reported crimes dropped to 636 compared to 769 during the same period last year, a decline of more than 17 percent. The decrease is largely driven by a sharp reduction in proper-

ty-related offenses, which fell by more than 27 percent yearover-year. Burglaries, thefts, and vehicle-related property crimes all showed notable declines, continuing a trend that has helped push Cerritos below its recent historical averages. But the improvement comes with a caveat. Violent crime increased by nearly 28 percent compared to last year, with aggravated assaults leading the surge. Assaults rose from 14 incidents last year to 22 this year, representing a jump of more than 57 percent. While the overall number of violent incidents remains relatively low compared to property crimes, the upward trend is significant and difficult to ignore.

ARTESIA HIGH staff-member Bridget Perrizo received the Award of Valor from Lakewood for saving two in a dog attack.

See CRIME, Page 6

LCCN Staff Report

Hidden camera found on Summerwind Street used by burglary crews to monitor Cerritos home activity.

Act,

Cerritos Names Lynda Johnson Mayor, Pulido Mayor

LCCN Staff Report

Before a large audience of residents, community leaders, and elected officials, the Cerritos City Council on Wednesday unanimously appointed Councilmember Lynda P. Johnson as mayor in a 5-0 vote during its annual leadership transition.

The council then voted 5-0 to appoint Councilmember Mark E. Pulido as mayor pro tem, completing the selection of the city’s leadership for the coming year.

The transition marks the conclusion of Mayor Frank Aurelio Yokoyama’s term, during which he was widely regarded as one of the most active mayors in Cerritos history.

Yokoyama maintained a highly visible presence throughout his tenure— regularly attending community events, traveling on behalf of the city, meeting with regional stakeholders, promoting local initiatives, and helping oversee several business openings.

The ceremonial passing of the gavel took place during the meeting, which

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drew a strong turnout reflecting continued community interest in the city’s leadership and direction.

Lynda P. Johnson, will now serve as the city’s presiding officer and official representative at civic and regional functions. Mark E. Pulido, also a veteran councilmember who has served a Mayor twice, will assume the role of mayor pro tem and step in as needed in the mayor’s absence.

Cerritos follows a council-manager form of government, where the mayor’s role is largely ceremonial and leadership responsibilities are shared among councilmembers.

The transition comes at a time when an organized and vocal group of residents is actively pursuing a recall targeting both Yokoyama and Johnson, driven by opposition to recent water rate increases.

The group is also attempting to place a repeal of the water rate increase ordinance on a future ballot—an effort that, if successful, is expected to cost the city hundreds of thousands of dollars to administer.

Farmer’s Market at Pico Park

and cut flowers, and directly from California family farmers.

The seasonal Certified Farmers Market is returning to the Pico Rivera at Pico Park every Wednesday, now through July 29, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

There will be no Market on June 25 and July 2.

BUY LOCAL

The Certified Farmers Markets will bring local residents the freshest, local fruits, vegetables, bakery items, eggs, nuts, honey, beef jerky, potted plants

Live entertainment will be featured weekly, vendors will vary on a weekly basis.

Admission to the Certified Farmers Market is free.

For the safety and courtesy of others, no pets are allowed except for Service Animals.

Pico Park is located at 9528 Beverly Boulevard. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 562.801.4430.

CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL: Newly appointed Mayor Lynda P. Johnson sits center holding after the ceremonial gavel passing following the council’s unanimous 5-0 vote, joined by fellow councilmembers during the mayoral transition ceremony

Courtesy city of Cerritos

La Palma Officer Honored for Leading Stolen Vehicle Recoveries

LCCN Staff Report

For the second year in a row, La Palma Police Officer Andrew Delgado was recognized by the Orange County Auto Theft Advisory Committee for recovering the most stolen vehicles in La Palma among his fellow officers.

The OCATAC is a multi-agency partnership that brings together law enforcement, prosecutors, and industry representatives to combat vehicle theft across the region.

The group plays a key role in coordinating enforcement strategies, tracking theft trends, and supporting specialized auto theft task forces that operate throughout Orange County.

Delgado’s recognition places him among a select group of officers county-

wide who are acknowledged annually for their effectiveness in disrupting vehicle theft operations—one of the most persistent and costly property crimes in Southern California.

His work directly contributes to reducing theft-related losses, recovering stolen property, and assisting in the identification and arrest of suspects involved in organized auto theft rings.

Each year, the committee hosts an awards banquet honoring officers from multiple jurisdictions for outstanding achievements in stolen vehicle recovery and enforcement.

The recognition highlights not only individual performance, but also the broader regional effort to combat increasingly sophisticated auto theft operations.

Earth Day Festival Returns to Whittier

WHITTIER — Residents looking for a hands-on way to celebrate Earth Day will have plenty of opportunities this weekend as the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts host their 18th Annual Earth Day Festival in Whittier.

The free, family-friendly event will take place Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Joint Administration Office on Workman Mill Road.

Hosted in partnership with the Clean Water Works Education Foundation, the festival is designed to give attendees a closer look at how everyday trash and wastewater are transformed into valuable resources such as renewable energy and recycled water.

The event will also feature live entertainment, including performances by local dance groups and musicians, along with a live animal show, raffles, and community

exhibits hosted by environmental and sustainability organizations.

Several public officials are expected to attend, including State Senator Bob Archuleta and former U.S. Representative Grace Napolitano, alongside representatives from L.A. County agencies and partner organizations.

Free parking will be available at nearby lots on Crossroads Parkway North, with shuttle service provided to the event site.

Organizers say the annual festival continues to grow each year, offering residents a unique opportunity to better understand how local systems support sustainability— and how small actions at home can make a big environmental impact.

For families, it’s equal parts learning experience and community celebration— proof that even wastewater can have a second act.

La Mirada Honored Local ‘Neighborhood Heroes’

LCCN Staff Report

At its March 24 meeting, the City Council honored residents as part of the annual Love La Mirada Heroes program.

Among those recognized was Bruce Dixon, who helped coordinate volunteers following the death of a campus safety leader at Biola University.

Oscar Duarte was honored for consistently helping neighbors, from taking out trash cans and mowing lawns to providing a full year of free yard care for a resident facing financial hardship.

Jackie Galindo-Avila, president of the La Mirada Baseball Association, was recognized for more than a decade of organizing youth events that bring families together.

Chris and Desiree Johnson were cited for using their local business to support community causes through fundraisers.

Ricky Ostendi was honored for his work in art and education, including designing and painting a large mural at Escalona Elementary School.

Adriana Spirescu was recognized for building community traditions such as a Fourth of July neighborhood parade and holiday caroling events, while also serving as a Community Services Commissioner.

Greg Stump, founder of Love La Mirada, was honored for growing the organization into a citywide volunteer effort supporting schools, seniors, and neighborhood projects.

Matt Wight was recognized for expanding inclusive recreation programs through his work with the La Mirada Athletic Council and regional agencies, helping individuals with disabilities participate in sports.

Each honoree received a certificate of appreciation and tickets to the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.

HONORED: Officer Andrew Delgado, second from left, is pictured with fellow La Palma Police Department officers after being honored by the Orange County Auto Theft Advisory Committee for leading stolen vehicle recoveries in the city

NO on Cerritos Recall

Dear Editor,

Cities all across the US are struggling with their aging water and sewer infrastructure and the exorbitant cost of importing water from the dwindling reservoirs of U.S. lakes and rivers.

For example, the Colorado River has suffered from 20 years of MegaDroughts; Lake Mead and Lake Powell are at critically low levels, some reports saying they are at 34% capacity and even the state of Arizona has hired lawyers to prepare for the upcoming legal battle as 7 states fight over their share of water access.

Southern CA receives about 30% to 35% of its water from the Colorado River and for now is the largest consumer among the 7 states.

Dozens of cities across the US are struggling with leaky aging water pipes: Baltimore, New York, St. Louis, Los Angeles and many more.

The reasons are multiple: the climate crisis (deep freezes and MegaDroughts) decades of deferred maintenance, and shrinking tax bases. Funding a munic-

ipal recall election to the tune of thousands of dollars is reminiscent of the proverbial saying: “throwing the baby out with the bathwater”.

Every time a stand alone Cerritos municipal election occurs that is not part of the Los Angeles Consolidated November Election process, it costs thousands of city dollars and jeopardizes essential city services and city capital improvement projects.

It makes no sense for Cerritos residents to waste their personal energies and strained city funds to demand a recall of Cerritos Mayor Frank A.Yokoyama and Mayor Pro Tem Lynda P. Johnson for making a DIFFICULT vote, that impacts their personal pockets as well, to raise the water sewer rates to repair our leaky aging water pipes and protect the quality of our drinking water: a CRISIS that is happening across the country.

We urge all Cerritos voters to say NO to the MAYORAL RECALL.

Norma and Alan Williamson Cerritos

Safer Communities, Stronger Outcomes: Fixing

Gaps in Juvenile Justice Reform

By State Senator Bob Archuleta

California is at a critical moment in how it supports young adults transitioning from the juvenile justice system back into our communities. Done well, this work strengthens public safety and creates real opportunities for change. But when key safeguards are missing, it puts both communities and these young people at risk of worse outcomes.

When the state closed the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) in 2020, responsibility for the most serious and violent youthful offenders shifted to counties. These are not low-level cases. They include individuals adjudicated for offenses like murder, rape, and kidnapping, many now supervised locally up to age 25.

As part of that transition, the state created what are known as Less Restrictive Programs (LRPs), or community-based placements. These programs were intended to serve as step-down options within a youth’s court-ordered baseline detention term, representing the final portion of their custody time that would otherwise be served in a secure setting. The concept is not necessarily the problem. The execution is.

Unlike every other youth placement system in California, whether dependency or delinquency, LRPs were created without even the most basic statewide standards. There are no consistent requirements for staff background checks, no clear expectations for coordination with courts or probation, and no uniform safety protocols. There are also no consistent oversight, inspection process, or baseline safeguards to protect both the community and the young people placed in these settings.

In short, the state created a system for supervising its highest-risk youthful offenders in community settings and failed to put guardrails in place.

At the same time, recent policy changes have shortened the length of time these individuals remain under supervision. Under AB 1376, courts face increased limitations on how long probation can oversee youth, even those adjudicated of serious and violent offenses like murder or attempted murder. That means less time to stabilize behavior, less time to ensure accountability, and less time to support meaningful rehabilitation.

This combination of higher-risk in-

Recall Math Doesn’t Add Up: Spend $400K to Protest Higher Bills — or Flip the Council?

By Brian Hews LCCN Editor and Publisher

CERRITOS — Here’s a number worth paying attention to: $400,000.

That’s the estimated cost to the City of Cerritos if the recall effort against Mayor Frank Aurelio Yokoyama and Mayor Pro Tem Lynda P. Johnson succeeds and triggers a special election.

And that’s just one, it doesn’t count the repeal of the water rate hike ordinance.

And if history is any guide, that number could climb even higher.

Now here’s where the math—and the narrative—completely fall apart.

The same group loudly complaining about higher water rates is backing a political operation that would force taxpayers to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on a recall election. Not to fix infrastructure. Not to lower rates. But to remove two specific councilmembers.

Two.

Not all who voted for the increase. Just the two seats that, if flipped, would shift control of the council.

That’s not coincidence. That’s strategy. If this were truly about water rates, the recall would target every vote tied to the increase. It doesn’t.

sense. The political action committee. The lawyer.

The coordinated signature gathering. And the reappearance of Chuong Vo, who declined to run for reelection but signed the recall petitions.

The same Vo who owns two homes in Cerritos.

This isn’t grassroots frustration. It’s a campaign.

And it’s one that comes with a price residents will be forced to pay.

Because here’s the reality: a recall election isn’t funded by the organizers. It’s funded by the City—meaning taxpayers. The same taxpayers being told they can’t afford water rate increases are now expected to absorb a $400,000+ hit for a political reset.

That’s not fiscal responsibility. That’s political theater with a receipt.

And even if the recall succeeds, nothing about the underlying problem changes.

The infrastructure still needs fixing.

The costs don’t disappear.

All that changes is who’s sitting in the chairs.

dividuals, fewer safeguards, and shorter supervision periods is not theoretical. It is already producing real-world consequences. In some cases, youth have been released to LRPs before they were ready, over the objections of trained probation professionals, only to abscond from placement and go on to commit new, serious offenses, even murder.

To be clear, I believe our juvenile justice system is, and should be, committed to rehabilitation. I believe deeply in second chances, in treatment, and in the ability of people to change, especially those who committed even serious crimes as teenagers.

But rehabilitation without readiness is not a realistic strategy. And treatment without accountability is an empty promise. Counties have stepped up to take on this responsibility. They are building programs, developing partnerships, and working every day to manage increasingly complex populations. But they cannot, and should not, be expected to do it without a basic framework for safety and oversight. The solution is not to abandon community-based approaches. It is to do them right.

That starts with establishing basic criteria for Less Restrictive Programs: background checks for staff, clear coordination requirements with courts and probation, consistent safety protocols, and meaningful oversight.

California made a significant policy shift in closing DJJ and enacting additional juvenile justice reforms. But policy decisions do not end when a bill is signed into law. Where the rubber meets the road is implementation - and when gaps become clear, it is the responsibility of policymakers to address them. This is about making sure reform works, for the benefit of our communities and for the young people returning to them. We must ensure they are truly ready to succeed, and that rehabilitation efforts never come at the expense of public safety.

When gaps in the system are left unaddressed, the consequences are not abstract. They are felt in our communities, in preventable incidents, and in missed opportunities to change the trajectory of young lives.

Public safety should never be left to chance. Right now, in this space, it is.

It’s time to fix that.

Best regards,

Senator Bob Archuleta

Instead, it zeroes in on Yokoyama and Johnson—the exact combination needed to change the balance of power on the dais.

Sources familiar with the effort say the goal is straightforward: take out two, take back control.

And suddenly, everything else makes

And it will likely be Republicans, the same majority that ignored the water infrastructure problems that saw two incumbents decline to run in the last election.

So residents are left paying twice— once through rate increases tied to years of aging infrastructure, and again through a costly special election driven by a highly targeted political strategy.

That’s the real math.

And it doesn’t add up.

Insulin Price Relief Push Hits Home in Southeast L.A. County

A renewed bipartisan push in Washington to cap insulin prices is drawing attention locally, where thousands of residents across Southeast Los Angeles County live with diabetes and continue to face high out-of-pocket costs.

While recent federal action has capped insulin at $35 per month for many Medicare recipients, the relief has not extended to everyone — leaving families with private insurance or no coverage still paying hundreds of dollars each month.

In Los Angeles County, diabetes remains a significant public health concern. According to county health data, roughly one in ten adults has been diagnosed with diabetes, with higher rates reported in working-class communities across cities like Norwalk, Bellflower, Pico Rivera, and parts of Cerritos.

For those families, insulin isn’t optional — it’s survival.

The renewed legislation in Congress aims to expand price caps beyond Medicare, targeting the gaps that still leave many patients exposed to fluctuating and often unpredictable costs.

Advocates say the issue hits especially hard in areas like Southeast L.A. County, where many residents rely on employer-based plans with high deductibles or juggle multiple jobs without consistent health coverage.

Even for insured families, costs can add up quickly. Nationally, patients are still reporting monthly insulin expenses well over $100 depending on coverage, dosage, and supply needs.

Local healthcare providers say the financial strain can lead some patients to ration insulin — a dangerous practice that can result in serious complications, emergency room visits, or worse.

Despite broad public support, previous efforts to extend insulin caps have stalled in Congress, often caught in partisan negotiations over broader health-

care reforms.

If approved, the new bipartisan bill could bring more consistent pricing to patients across California and the nation — including thousands in the Cerritos area.

Until then, many local families remain in a holding pattern, hoping relief comes before the next pharmacy bill arrives.

Healthcare advocates note that insulin prices have been a national concern for years, with some patients forced to make difficult choices between medication and other basic necessities.

While manufacturers have announced limited price reductions in recent years, out-of-pocket costs remain heavily dependent on insurance coverage and pharmacy benefit structures.

Locally, clinics and community health organizations continue to provide support where possible, offering education, assistance programs, and resources to help patients manage both their condition and the financial burden.

Still, providers say these efforts are not a substitute for comprehensive policy solutions that ensure consistent, affordable access to life-saving medication.

As Congress revisits the issue, many in Southeast Los Angeles County will be watching closely, hoping lawmakers can reach agreement and deliver relief that extends beyond a limited segment of the population.

The opinions in this section are those of the individual writers and do not necessarily reflect the positions of LCCN. Email editor@cerritosnews. net or mail PO Box 788 Artesia Ca. , 90701.

Cerritos to Consider $5M in Repairs to Recycled Water System

LOS COYOTES PLANT: The Los Coyotes Water Reclamation Plant is shown in the foreground, where Cerritos’ recycled water pump station is located and slated for major electrical upgrades under a proposed $5.1 million reimbursement agreement with the Los Angeles County Sanitation District.

Cerritos weighs $5.1 million pump station fix as sanitation district fronts funding, oversees design and construction, city repays over eight years.

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CERRITOS — The Cerritos City Council will consider approving a reimbursement agreement at its April 13 meeting with the Los Angeles County Sanitation District to complete critical electrical upgrades at the City’s recycled water pump station, a key facility that supports irrigation across parks, medians, and public landscapes.

City officials say the project is necessary to address aging and obsolete electrical equipment that no longer meets current safety standards and poses a risk of failure. The pump station, located at the Los Coyotes Water Reclamation Plant, is essential to maintaining reliable recycled water service throughout the City.

The total project cost is estimated at approximately $5.1 million, which includes about $4.6 million for major system upgrades, $71,506 for an urgent equipment replacement, and a contingency to cover unforeseen costs.

One component of the system—a variable frequency drive that controls

pump operations—failed earlier this year and must be replaced immediately to maintain system reliability, particularly during the high-demand summer months. Because the City does not currently have sufficient funds budgeted to cover the full cost upfront, the sanitation district has agreed to advance the funding and manage the design and construction of the project. Cerritos will reimburse the district over an eight-year period, beginning in July 2026.

The repayment plan includes two initial payments of $500,000, followed by five annual payments of $700,000, with a final payment in 2033 to reconcile remaining costs and interest. Interest will only apply to any unpaid balance after the first year.

Although classified as an emergency project due to safety concerns and the condition of the equipment, the full scope of work is expected to take two to three years to complete because of design requirements, equipment procurement timelines, and the need to keep the facility operational during construction.

City staff say the upgrades will modernize the facility, improve safety for workers, and ensure long-term reliability of the recycled water system. The item is scheduled for consideration at the April 13 City Council meeting.

Ben & Jerry’s Free Day: The Only Line No One Complains About

Ice cream lovers can mark their calendars—Ben & Jerry’s is bringing back its popular Free Cone Day on Tuesday, April 14, with participating scoop shops handing out free cups or cones from noon to 8 p.m. No purchase is required,

and fans can even hop back in line for another scoop. The annual tradition, which started in 1979 as a thank-you to customers, has grown into a global event serving up millions of scoops every year. ~LCCN

City of La Palma Invites Residents to Festival of Nations April 25

La Palma is bringing back one of its most popular community traditions later this month, inviting residents to gather for a full day of food, entertainment, and cultural celebration at the annual Festival of Nations on Saturday, April 25.

The event kicks off with the Hometown Parade at 10:30 a.m., as local groups, performers, and community organizations make their way along Walker Street from Houston Avenue to La Palma Avenue. Following the parade, the main festival will take over Central Park, located at 7821 Walker St., from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Attendees can expect a wide range of attractions throughout the afternoon, including live entertainment, carnival rides, and interactive activities for children. Popular rides are set to include a large swing, scrambler, fiberglass slide, tots pirate ship, and carousel, while younger visitors can also enjoy a petting zoo and hands-on activities hosted by local organizations.

A variety of food trucks and vendor booths will be on site, offering attendees plenty of options ranging from quick bites to full meals.

For those planning to enjoy the rides and games, activity wristbands will be available for purchase. The city is offering discounted pre-sale pricing from April 13 through April 24, with prices increasing on the day of the event.

Additional information, including event schedules, parking details, and application forms, is available at www.lapalmaca.gov/festival or by contacting the La Palma Community Center at 714-690-3350.

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Roll Into Something New: Long Beach Lawn Bowling Club

Hosts Open House May 9

Historic club invites community to try one of the world’s oldest—and most surprisingly fun—sports.

LCCN Staff Report

LONG BEACH — If you’ve ever walked past a perfectly manicured green and wondered what on earth those people were doing rolling funny-shaped balls, now’s your chance to find out.

The welcoming members of the Long Beach Lawn Bowling Club are inviting the community to a free Open House on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by pizza and beverages with club members.

The event takes place at the club’s historic greens, a tucked-away Long Beach gem where a friendly and surprisingly competitive community gathers to play one of the most social—and deceptively strategic—sports around.

LAWN BOWLING may look simple at first glance, but the game has deep roots stretching back centuries.

patience, and just enough competition to keep things interesting, all without requiring sprinting, tackling, or ice packs afterward. Players roll slightly asymmetrical balls—called “bowls”—toward a small target ball, aiming to get as close as possible while strategically knocking opponents out of position.

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tigation, which authorities say reflects a larger pattern of fraud within California’s hospice industry. Federal officials have indicated the problem is widespread, with hundreds of facilities now under scrutiny.

The case highlights how fraudulent operators allegedly took advantage of Medicare’s hospice program—intended to provide care for terminally ill patients—by turning it into a profit-driven scheme.

Minerd now faces serious federal charges, with potential penalties that could include decades in prison if convicted.

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sources, believed to be used by burglary crews to monitor when residents leave and how long they are gone.

Law enforcement agencies have increasingly linked these tactics to organized theft rings—sometimes referred to as “burglary tourism”—that methodically target neighborhoods with higher-value homes and predictable routines. These are not smash-and-grab crimes; they are calculated operations using technology to remove guesswork and reduce risk.

Authorities are urging residents to stay alert and check their property and surrounding areas regularly. Look for small devices hidden in bushes or landscaping, cameras attached to poles or street signs, or anything that appears newly placed and out of context—especially if it is pointed toward a home, driveway, or front

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door. If something seems suspicious, do not touch it. Call law enforcement.

Here’s the bottom line: this isn’t paranoia—it’s preparation. When criminals are planting surveillance equipment in Cerritos neighborhoods, they’re not guessing anymore—they’re studying you.

And that raises the uncomfortable question: if one camera was found, how many others haven’t been?

Residents who spot suspicious devices or activity are urged to contact the Cerritos Sheriff’s Station at 562-860-0044.

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Robbery totals remained flat compared to last year, with 13 reported incidents so far in 2026, showing no increase but also no improvement. Meanwhile, other categories tied to public behavior and enforcement also moved upward. Vehicle-related violations climbed more than 60 percent, and miscellaneous felony activity more than doubled, suggesting an increase in enforcement activity or shifts in underlying behavior patterns.

At the same time, traditional crime concerns that often impact residents the most—such as break-ins and theft—are moving in a positive direction. Residential burglaries, commercial burglaries, and larceny thefts all declined, in some cases by double-digit percentages. Grand theft auto also edged down slightly, continuing a multi-year stabilization trend.

The data paints a picture of a city where opportunistic property crime may be easing, but interpersonal and enforcement-related incidents are becoming more frequent. That contrast presents a challenge for both law enforcement and city officials, who must balance maintaining gains in property crime reduction while addressing the rise in violent encounters.

Lawn bowling may look simple at first glance, but the game has deep roots stretching back centuries. Originating in Europe, the sport dates to at least the 13th century and was once so popular in England that kings tried to restrict it—yes, restrict it—because it distracted men from practicing archery. Over time, the game evolved into modern lawn bowls, spreading throughout the British Commonwealth and eventually making its way to the United States, where it found a home in coastal cities like Long Beach.

Today, the sport blends precision,

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corridor as a prime opportunity for transit-oriented growth, and the move indicates the city is accelerating efforts to reshape the area into a higher-density, economically active hub.

At the same time, the council advanced a separate and more contentious project tied to the former Saddleback Hotel site at 12500 Firestone Boulevard — a development that previously triggered a legal standoff under California’s housing laws.

The project, proposed by Brandywine Homes, originally called for 161 condominium units under Senate Bill 330. When the city’s housing compliance status came into question, the developer invoked the state’s “Builder’s Remedy,” a powerful legal provision that can override local zoning restrictions.

Facing the risk of litigation and loss of control over the project, Norwalk entered into a settlement agreement with Brandywine in March, resetting the development under negotiated terms.

The revised project now includes 120 residential units — a mix of townhomes and single-family homes — along with a 1.8-acre carve-out for a nationally branded hotel. This week’s approval of an environmental review addendum moves the project forward under the California Environmental Quality Act, allowing the city to evaluate the revised plan within its broader Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan.

As part of the settlement, Brandywine will reimburse the city up to $200,000 for processing, consultant, and legal costs, shielding the general fund from expenses tied to the dispute.

Beyond development, the meeting highlighted ongo -

Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, light exercise, or a low-stress way to meet people who actually talk to each other in person, lawn bowling might be the perfect fit.

No experience is necessary, and club members will be on hand throughout the day to provide instruction, equipment, and plenty of encouragement.

Open House Saturday, May 9, 2026

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Long Beach Lawn Bowling Club 1109 Federation Drive, Long Beach For more information, contact longbeachlawnbowlingclub@gmail.com.

ing infrastructure concerns. Officials approved nearly $200,000 in emergency storm drain repairs near Potter Street, work that bypassed the standard bidding process due to urgent conditions — a sign of strain in the city’s aging underground systems.

The council also approved a citywide sidewalk repair contract totaling about $305,000, paired with a contingency approaching $184,000 — roughly 60% of the base cost — raising questions about potential overruns as the project progresses.

Public safety investments were also part of the agenda, with about $75,000 approved for upgrades to the security office at the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Transit Center, aimed at improving operations and safety at one of the city’s busiest transportation hubs.

In a smaller community-focused item, officials approved approximately $85,000 for athletic netting at Zimmerman Park, likely in response to safety concerns tied to recreational activities.

While much of the meeting centered on development and spending, officials also highlighted several community updates.

Congresswoman Linda Sánchez secured funding for improvements at Holifield Park, a popular recreational space expected to see upgrades benefiting local families and youth programs. The city also promoted Athens Services’ annual community cleanup program, offering residents free bulky item disposal to reduce illegal dumping and improve neighborhood conditions. And in a lighter moment, Norwalk Transit operators were recognized for winning a regional “Roadeo” competition, showcasing driving skill, safety, and precision — a point of pride for the city’s transit system.

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loan. The Deed of Trust defined “borrower” as all individuals who signed the loan, including Sanchez, and contained no rider or exemption limiting the occupancy requirement to another party.

Sanchez later told LCCN in writing that he never moved into the Somerset duplex and never intended to live there. That statement stands in direct contrast to the occupancy certification contained in the recorded loan documents, which require the borrower to occupy the property as a principal residence.

To resolve that conflict, LCCN requested the one set of documents that would definitively show how the loan was structured — the final Uniform Residential Loan Application (Form 1003) and Closing Disclosure. Those documents identify whether the property was treated as a primary residence, second residence or investment proerty, and whether any borrower was designated as a non-occupant.

Despite three separate requests, Sanchez did not provide the documents and did not identify any record showing he was classified as a non-occupant borrower.

Mortgage professionals say the Form 1003 and Closing Disclosure are standard documents used in every residential loan and are critical to understanding how a loan was approved. The documents identify occupancy status, borrower roles, and the terms relied upon by the lender in underwriting the loan.

In the absence of those documents, the only recorded instrument governing the loan remains the Deed of Trust, which requires the borrower to occupy the property as a principal residence. LCCN made multiple requests for the documents over several months, including four separate emails seeking the final loan application and closing records or

any document showing Sanchez was exempt from the occupancy requirement. After receiving no response, LCCN sent a final request copying the Bellflower City Council, City Manager, and City Attorney. Sanchez responded to that email but did not include those officials on his reply. LCCN then resent the request including all parties. Only after that request did Sanchez respond, stating he would offer “no comment” and providing no documents or clarification.

The questions surrounding the Somerset loan documents carry potential legal and political consequences if the underlying facts were ever formally reviewed.

In mortgage lending, occupancy certifications are considered material statements. If a borrower represents that a property will be used as a principal residence and that representation is later found to be inconsistent with how the property was actually used, lenders may review the loan for possible misclassification. Depending on the circumstances, that review can include internal compliance actions, loan repurchase demands, or referral to regulators.

At the state and federal level, laws prohibit knowingly making false statements in connection with obtaining a mortgage. If authorities were to determine that material information provided to a lender was inaccurate at the time of the loan, it could expose a borrower to civil or criminal scrutiny. Whether any action is taken depends on intent, documentation, and how the loan was underwritten.

Separately, the residency issue carries its own set of consequences. If a court were to determine that an elected official’s principal residence lies outside the district they represent, the matter can be resolved through a quo warranto action, which could result in the office being declared vacant under California law.

Bellflower’s Daniel Martinez Joins LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified Team

BELLFLOWER — A Bellflower student-athlete is stepping onto a bigger stage this year, as Daniel Martinez has earned a spot on the LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified Team for the 2026 season, a moment made even more meaningful as international soccer attention turns to the United States this summer.

Martinez was among 24 athletes selected for the team, which brings together players with and without intellectual disabilities to train and compete as part of the Galaxy organization. The program is supported by Herbalife, the club’s longtime nutrition partner.

The athletes were officially welcomed during a signing ceremony at Dignity Health Sports Park, where they joined Galaxy players and staff for a full professional experience. Participants toured the stadium, stepped inside the locker room to receive personalized uniforms, and took part

in a nutrition session led by team dietitians. Galaxy Head Coach Greg Vanney, General Manager Will Kuntz, and players including Chris Rindov and JT Marcinkowski were on hand to welcome the new roster.

Martinez and his teammates will compete in a full slate of matches this year, including games against the Galaxy Academy, Atlanta United’s Unified Team, LAFC’s Unified Team, and appearances in a Special Olympics tournament and All-Star Game.

The Unified Team is part of the broader Special Olympics Unified Sports program, which promotes inclusion by pairing athletes of all abilities on the same team.

For Martinez, the opportunity represents not just a personal achievement, but a chance to represent Bellflower on a major stage.

MOMENT WITH THE PROS: Daniel Martinez is pictured with LA Galaxy players and coaches during the team’s signing ceremony at Dignity Health Sports Park.

San Diego Museum of Art’s 2026 ‘Art Alive’ Returns

Featuring the Work of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

By Brian Hews

The San Diego

Museum of Art will celebrate ‘Art Alive’ 2026 with floral displays and fine art in a spectacular four-day event from April 23 through April 26, transforming Balboa Park into one of the most visually striking experiences in Southern California. This year’s ‘Art Alive’ carries added significance as it coincides with the museum’s 100-year anniversary, with a

theme inspired by the bold, colorful, and theatrical world of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and late 19th-century Paris. The result is expected to blend classic fine art with dramatic floral interpretations, bringing a cabaret-style energy into the museum’s historic galleries.

At the center of the event is the rotunda installation, a massive floral design that greets visitors upon entry and sets the tone for the entire experience. Each year, the rotunda becomes a statement piece, often oversized and immersive, designed to draw immediate attention and serve as the visual anchor of Art Alive. For 2026, that centerpiece will reflect the vibrant, expressive style associated with Parisian nightlife and poster art of the era.

From there, visitors move into the galleries, where the core concept of Art Alive comes to life. Dozens of floral designers create arrangements inspired by selected works from the museum’s collection, placing their interpretations directly alongside the original paintings and sculptures. Some arrangements closely mirror the artwork, replicating

THE SAN DIEGO Museum of Art celebrates ‘Art Alive’ 2026 with floral displays imitating art in a spectacular four day event.

color palettes and composition, while others take a more abstract approach, offering creative interpretations that push the boundaries between traditional art and natural design.

The juxtaposition is what makes the event unique. Guests are not just viewing art—they are comparing it, reinterpreting it, and experiencing it through a completely different medium. The museum itself becomes part gallery, part botanical installation, with

fragrance, texture, and color adding a sensory layer not typically found in traditional exhibits.

Beyond the indoor displays, Art Alive extends into outdoor spaces during the weekend. On Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26, the Garden of Activities offers hands-on experiences for visitors of all ages, including art-making opportunities and interactive floral-themed programming. These activities provide a more casual, family-friendly counterpart to the formal gallery experience inside the museum.

The four-day celebration begins

Thursday, April 23, with the Art Alive Premiere Dinner, a formal opening event that brings together donors, patrons, and supporters for an evening benefiting the museum’s exhibitions and educational programs. The dinner has become a key fundraising component of Art Alive, helping sustain the museum’s yearround operations.

On Friday, April 24, the tone shifts dramatically with the return of Bloom Bash, the event’s most high-energy component. What begins as a museum exhibition during the day transitions into a nighttime

experience featuring music, performances, food, and cocktails across the museum and surrounding plaza. The event draws a younger crowd and has evolved into one of the more anticipated social gatherings in San Diego’s cultural calendar.

Bloom Bash blends art with entertainment, offering live performances, DJs, and interactive installations that transform the museum into a multi-sensory environment. The contrast between the day -

THIS YEAR’S BLOOM BASH on Friday, April 24, features professional dancers on a stage and a dance floor with live music and a spectacular Ferris Wheel.

time elegance of floral displays and the nighttime atmosphere of Bloom Bash has become a defining feature of Art Alive, appealing to a wide range of audiences in a single weekend.

Art Alive remains the San Diego Museum of Art’s signature annual fundraiser, generating critical support for exhibitions, outreach programs, and educational initiatives. The event also highlights the work of floral designers, whose creations bring new interpretations to the museum’s permanent collection and temporary exhibitions.

Attendance has continued to grow in recent years, fueled in part by the visual appeal of the installations and the event’s strong presence on social media. The combination of art, flowers, and immersive design has made Art Alive particularly popular among visitors looking for a share -

ART ALIVE 2026: The museum’s iconic rotunda stands at the center of the celebration, its sweeping architecture providing a dramatic backdrop for the annual Art Alive event.

able, experience-driven outing.

For residents in the Los Cerritos Community News coverage area, the event offers an easy and worthwhile getaway. Located roughly two hours from Cerritos, the museum can be reached for a day trip, though many visitors opt to make a weekend of it, exploring Balboa Park’s other museums, gardens, and attractions.

Whether attending for the floral artistry, the social scene, or the opportunity to see the museum in a completely transformed setting, Art Alive 2026 promises a blend of culture, creativity, and spectacle that continues to set it apart from traditional museum experiences.

For more information and tickets, visit sdmart.org/artalive-tickets/

By Loren Kopff @LorenKopff on X

Important games ahead for several area baseball and softball teams

Seven of the eight area schools are enjoying Spring Break, but not for the baseball and softball teams. But when school is back in session on Monday, there will be three and a half weeks remaining in the regular season for the baseball and softball teams of the CIF-Southern Section with a lot of playoff positioning to be done. While no one has officially clinched a playoff spot, several teams are looking great to capture a league title while others are vying for a top three finish which would get them to the postseason. Here’s a look at what is ahead for the upcoming week, and beyond.

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Artesia High, which is coming off a sweep over John Glenn High last week, a 6-3 win over Long Beach Cabrillo High this past Monday and an 11-6 loss to the Jaguars this past Wednesday in non-league action, is 5-11 overall and 2-2 in the 605 League as it begins a home and home series with Whitney High on Tuesday at Cerritos Park East. The Pioneers are tied with Glenn for third place but own the tiebreaker over the Eagles while Whitney (5-11, 0-4) needs to start winning games if it wants to end a playoff drought that is over 30 seasons.

Speaking of sweeps, Cerritos High was all over defending 605 League champion Oxford Academy last Thursday in a 12-0 win to complete a weekly sweep over the Patriots. The Dons then dropped a 7-4 decision to Bellflower High this past Wednes-

day in a make-up game from Feb. 18. Cerritos (10-5, 4-0) hosted Valley Christian High on Apr. 9 and will entertain West Torrance High on Friday before visiting Santa Fe High on Monday. The Dons get back into league action on Tuesday when they travel to second place Pioneer High in the front end of a home and home series.

Gahr High evened its Gateway League mark to 3-3 after sweeping Bellflower 6-2. 7-2 and 7-1 last week. The Gladiators faced Patrick Henry High this past Tuesday in the first round of the Boras Classic, coming away with an 11-1 win over the Patriots. The Gladiators then faced Orange Lutheran High this past Wednesday in the quarterfinals and were edged by the Lancers 2-1 in eight innings. The Boras Classic ends on Friday, then third place Gahr (9-8-1, 3-3) is off until Apr. 21 when it begins a home and home series with second place Warren High. The series with the Bears begins a stretch of seven games left in the regular season.

Glenn (7-9, 2-2) defeated Firebaugh High 6-5 this past Wednesday and went to Bell Gardens High on Apr. 9. But the Eagles need to win at least four of their final six 605 League games to have a chance for the playoffs and the quest for those four wins begins on Tuesday at Oxford Academy in the first of two games with the Patriots.

The best team in the area has been, and remains La Mirada High as the Matadores (13-4, 3-0 in the Gateway League) have been off since Apr. 1 when they fell to Linfield Christian High 2-1 in eight innings. La Mirada faces Servite High on Friday on

the road, then hosts Warren on Tuesday in the first of three games next week with the Bears.

Norwalk High began the season with four straight losses, then went on a fivegame winning streak. But the Lancers snapped a three-game skid with a 4-3 win over Maywood CES last Saturday and at 6-7 overall, they will host Dominguez High on Tuesday in Mid-Cities League action. Norwalk is tied with Firebaugh for third place in the league with six games remaining (seven overall). Norwalk and Firebaugh face each other in the last week of league competition.

After is game with Cerritos on Apr. 9, V.C. will host Whittier Christian High on Tuesday in Olympic League action. The Defenders (10-5), who lost to Sunny Hills High 7-6 this past Wednesday in a makeup game from Mar. 17 in the Anaheim Lions Tournament, have won nine of their last 11 games and are in third place with a 2-1 mark. Both V.C. and Whittier Christian have played three league games while the other three teams in the circuit have played half a dozen of the 12 league contests.

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The only thing that’s near certainty in the 605 League is that Cerritos isn’t showing any signs of letting up. The Dons (6-5, 3-0) previous game was last Thursday and took care of Pioneer 16-2. They are the only undefeated team in the league with Artesia the only other team with a league win. Cerritos goes to Glenn High on Tuesday while Artesia (6-7, 1-1), which has been in the Rancho Mirage Tournament

this past week, hosts Pioneer on Tuesday. The best area team continues to be La Mirada, which defeated Downey High 10-2 last Saturday in the final game of the La Mirada Classic. It was the second time in three days the Matadores (18-2, 2-0) had faced the Vikings, who are in second place in the Gateway League. La Mirada has pounded out at least 10 hits in 13 games and will go to Warren on Tuesday before hosting Gahr on Thursday.

Norwalk slammed Lynwood High 20-0 last Thursday to improve to 8-7-1, 3-1 in the Mid-Cities League as the Lancers, who are off this week, will host Firebaugh on Tuesday and Paramount High on Thursday.

SOFTBALL: Valley Christian, behind Ireland’s home run, embraces offensive onslaught against Irish

By Loren Kopff @LorenKopff on X

LA PALMA-It had been nearly two weeks since Valley Christian High’s softball team played a game, so it wasn’t out of the realm that the Defenders would be a bit rusty in their first game back. And while V.C. scored in double figures for the sixth time this season and had a season-high 22 hits against Kennedy High, head coach Chet Kingery wasn’t all that pleased.

What he witnessed was a combined 26 runs, 37 hits and six errors, but junior right fielder Tallulah Ireland smacked a key two-out, two-run home run over the center field fence in the top of the sixth inning with the wind blowing out to help her team to a 16-10 win this past Tuesday. At the time of the dinger, the Defenders were only up 9-4 and as it turned out, they needed every run they could get as the Fighting Irish scored five runs in the bottom of the seventh, all with one out.

“You could totally tell we haven’t played in a week,” said Kingery. “It showed offensively and defensively, but we got better as the game went on. The bats got better, the pitching got better, the defense still struggled, but we have to clean it up.

“Energy is the most part,” he later said. “You have to have good energy coming in, and if you don’t, this game is going to be a long game. You coach the energy first, then you coach to what the game brings.”

One area on defense that grew the ire of Kingery throughout the contest came when his outfielders would miss the cutoff person, or threw unnecessarily to the wrong infielder, allowing a Kennedy runner to advance a base.

“That’s just giving up free bases for

no reason instead of…you’re splitting runners,” said Kingery.

Still, it was the offense that bailed out the suspect defense, and the pitching of junior Rachel Zhang, who went into the fifth inning, scattering seven hits, allowing three runs and striking out three batters.

The offense got things going on the first pitch of the game when senior center fielder Choyce Chambers, who is committed to Sacramento State University, bunted her way on to first base and immediately went to second on a throwing error. An out later, she thought she had stolen third base, but the base umpire ruled her out on a questionable obstruction play from Kennedy third baseman Cienna Wilson.

nior first baseman Peyton Kingery. One pitch later, Aubrielle Ramirez singled to left to make it 6-2.

With V.C. up 6-3, Dietz began the sixth inning with a single to right before Samantha Torrez, who replaced Garcia in the fourth, got two quick outs. But Aubrielle Ramirez singled to right on a one-strike pitch to plate Dietz before Ireland’s home run. The Irish would get a run back in their half of the inning before V.C. had its second biggest inning of the season.

Chambers would injure herself on the play and was replaced by sophomore Molly Douglas and the Defenders would not score. The Irish scored twice in the second before V.C. tied the game in the third as a sacrifice fly from Ireland scored Douglas, who had led off the inning with an infield single. On the next pitch, junior center fielder Samantha Mora, playing in her first game of the season, singled to bring in senior shortstop Aubrielle Ramirez.

The Defenders kept the pressure on in the fourth as senior catcher Brianna Ramirez and sophomore second baseman Jewel Malae singled and Kennedy pitcher Aubrey Garcia walked junior third baseman Lydia Dietz to load the bases. Then on a 0-2 count, Brianna Ramirez scored on a sacrifice fly from Douglas with the other two runners moving up a base. That was followed by a triple from University of North Texas-bound and se-

Freshman left fielder Jade Jaquez doubled to left and Brianna Ramirez reached on an infield hit on consecutive pitches before Malae’s single to center brought in Jaquez. Two batters later, Douglas was safe on an error to load the bases before Kingery popped up for the second out. That was followed by a first-pitch two-run single from Aubrielle Ramirez, a one-strike run-scoring single from Ireland a base hit from Mora on a 1-1 count and first-pitch run-scoring singles from Jaquez and Brianna Ramirez.

The Defenders seemed to be comfortable with a 16-5 lead going to the bottom of the seventh. But Kennedy tacked on five runs on four hits and a walk with half those hits were a three-run home run from Wilson and a solo shot two pitches later from Natalie Headley.

“In the bottom of the seventh, we were working on some things with my young pitcher, trying to hit certain spots that we were struggling with,” said Chet Kingery. “We were trying to do certain things with her to make her better. If [Ireland’s] home run didn’t happen, I would have coached the seventh a lot different. I would have pitched more to her

strength than trying to work on locations and pitches.”

That pitcher he was referring to was freshman Amani Cadena, who worked two and two-thirds inning, yielding eight hits, striking out one and walking one while allowing seven runs. Chet Kingery added that the plan was to work Zhang into the fifth and have Cadena finish the contest.

Each starter, plus Douglas, all had at least a hit with Aubrielle Ramirez going four for four and driving in four, Brianna Ramirez going four for five and Jaquez and Malae each collecting three hits. Ireland, who hit her second home run of the season also drove in four runs. Mora, a transfer from Los Alamitos High, went two for five and drove in a pair in her V.C. debut.

“You could tell that she hasn’t played in three months,” said Chet Kingery. “I see her every day; she hits the ball well…so I knew she would fit in right away. But now it’s just getting in front of a crowd and getting her heart rate down and getting her to slow the game down right away.”

After playing 11 games from Feb. 18 through this past Tuesday, the Defenders (7-4) will be busy the remaining four weeks of the regular season with nine games. The first of those came on Apr. 9 against California High, but V.C. will travel to Olympic League nemesis Whittier Christian High on Tuesday before hosting Maranatha High on Thursday.

“Not to overlook Cal by any means, but our whole focus is league,” said Chet Kingery. “That’s our only focus, and we have an acronym named WIN. It stands for what is necessary, and that’s league. I don’t care about these [non-league] games. The league is what counts.”

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Artesia scores in the seventh inning to complete weekly sweep over John Glenn

If there is ever a league game that warranted a crossroads situation, it would have been John Glenn High’s home game with Artesia High last Thursday. The Eagles were hoping to improve to 3-1 in the 605 League and gain a twogame advantage over the Pioneers. Instead, a bases loaded sacrifice fly from freshman left fielder Jaco Moreno brought in junior right fielder Jorge Vidal and the Pioneers, who once blew a 6-2 lead, escaped with a 7-6 victory, completing the home and home sweep. They had blanked the Eagles 3-0 on Mar. 31 on a complete game two-hit performance from Vidal and now own the tiebreaker should the teams finish tied at the end of the regular season.

But the turning point of the game, according to Artesia head coach Jose Serrano, came much earlier in the contest when his team was down 2-1.

“I would say the second inning where we came up and I believe we had two outs and we rallied to get those two runs back,” said Serrano. “I think that’s what set the tone, and then going back to the third inning and doing the same thing. That really changed the game.” “My players played their hearts out; my heart’s breaking for them,” said Glenn head coach Ken Mason. “I want so bad for them to experience the fruit of their hard work. I’ve worked them harder than they’ve ever been worked in their lives and my heart breaks that we can’t see the reward for that. We’re not giving up hope. Things have to fall our way; we have to get some help now, maybe a three-way tie for third place.”

With two outs in the top of the second inning, senior center fielder Emmanuel Rocha bunted his way on base and Glenn sophomore pitcher David Segura walked senior shortstop Devon Torrez. That set the stage for junior second baseman Michael Nava, who tripled to the left field gap

to give Artesia the 3-2 lead. The Pioneers added two more runs in the next inning as a single from Moreno plated senior pinch runner Daniel Jimenez and junior designated hitter Jacob Rodriguez. The score went to 6-2 in the fourth as senior catcher Adrian Romero singled with two outs, advanced on two wild pitches and scored when Vidal was safe on one of six combined errors.

“Those are the rallies that I know we can do, but baseball is a funny game,” said Serrano. “When you’re struggling, you can’t find the holes. But lately, like the last game and today, just swinging [the bats] and having an approach really showed these guys that hey, as long as we’re swinging it, we’ll find a hole. I think that’s what happened in those two innings.”

Glenn would get a run back in the fifth when senior third baseman Evan Perez reached on an error with one out and scored on a groundout from junior second baseman Matthew Vasquez with the bases loaded. In the next inning, after a pair of strikeouts from senior Ivan Rodriguez, senior catcher Jonah Mason singled right in front of third base before Rodriguez walked Segura. A single to left from Perez made it 6-4 before an infield hit from senior Bert Alvarado, who began the game in left field, loaded the bases.

Two pitches later, a base hit from senior first baseman Julian Moreno drove in Mason and Segura and just like that, it was 6-6. But Ivan Rodriguez finished off the game with a flyout to end the inning, then two strikeouts and a groundout in the seventh, all on a combined 16 pitches.

“If you relax, or take a batter off, it could flip it just like that,” said Serrano. “That’s exactly what we did. I’m not going to say it was a bad call, but I think the call at first base really changed the momentum of it should have been three outs to oh shoot, here it goes [again].”

“I’m just really proud of the way my boys are competing at the plate,” said Ken Mason. “We’re making big strides; I wish we had competed like

this at the beginning of the season.

“That’s huge for them, especially for Julian,” he continued on his sixth inning at-bat. “We expect Jonah, David, Bert and Evan to be the guys; to be the dudes. But for Julian to come up in that role was really big. That’s potentially a highlight for his senior year right there.”

Senior pitcher Josue Lugo went the first five, scattering seven hits and striking out two before Rodriguez came in.

“I think he did a great job in [those] five innings,” said Serrano of Lugo. “Ivan threw great against Cerritos. Just changing the game and changing a different guy out there…that’s why we went with [Rodriguez]. But that’s the game; sometimes you make the right call, sometimes you make the wrong call.”

After Artesia opened the scoring on a run-scoring single from Romero, the Eagles took a 2-1 lead in the bottom half of the frame when Jonah Mason doubled to left field on the first pitch he saw from Lugo, Segura singled to left on a one-strike pitch and Perez singled to left. Alvarado then reached on an error to load the bases and Moreno reached on a fielder’s choice, bringing in Segura.

“We’re starting to play well,” said Ken Mason. “I think it’s just a confidence thing. I think it’s just trying to get them to believe that they can compete. At the beginning of the season, they were timid. I have a lot of new starters; I think I only have three returning starters from last year. So there are a lot of new players in the lineup, and I don’t think they believed they could compete.

“Artesia is a better team than many of the teams that we lost to, and we just didn’t compete in those games earlier in the season,” he added. “Now we have them believing that they can compete. It’s just a real bummer we came up short today.”

Why was this game important even though it was the second week of 605 League action? Artesia improved to 4-10 overall and 2-2 in the circuit while Glenn, which had won five of eight games before

27th ANNUAL MICHELLE CAREW CLASSIC:

losing to the Pioneers earlier in the week, dropped to 5-9, 2-2. Both teams each have six more league contests but the Pioneers figure to have the easier path, on paper, to secure an automatic playoff berth as Glenn still has to face defending league champion Oxford Academy and the kings of the league before last season, Cerritos High.

“Coming into the week, I told them this was the playoffs,” said Serrano. “Either we win or we’re not going to have a chance. Just having that mentality of coming in and playing one game at a time but understanding that it is a playoff game. Because now, we’re 2-2 and to be honest with you, we have to win four more games and [we’re] in the playoffs.”

“That was one of our goals this year,” said Ken Mason. “There are seniors here that have never beaten Artesia, and that was one of our goals. We knew we had to beat Artesia to give ourselves a chance for playoffs, and we really put ourselves in a bind now.”

Artesia also broke the tiebreaker in games played with Glenn since 2005 as the Pioneers now lead the series 22-21 since that season. Artesia has won 10 straight over Glenn since the Eagles slammed Artesia 17-2 on May 27, 2021 and had lost six straight this season before the week began. This could be the last time the program’s face each other in a league contest for at least a season with the new conference beginning in just over four months.

“We’ve always had good games,” said Serrano. “Glenn has always been a respectful team. Back when I was [playing] in 2003 and then coaching all these years, I remember playing tough games and… playing hard. There would be years where they would beat us every single game and then now, we’re kind of flipping it around. But [there have been] great series with Glenn. I hope we’re in the same league next year. If not, it will be sad because I’m used to playing Glenn every year.”

Gonzalez blanks Capistrano Valley for second shutout of prestigious tournament

By Loren Kopff @LorenKopff on X

ANAHEIM-Big time players shine in the biggest moments and sometimes in the biggest tournaments, and that’s what Gahr High junior pitcher Isabella Gonzalez did last Saturday. For the second time in the past three games and fourth time this season, Gonzalez, who is committed to the University of Nevada, Reno, did not allow her opponent to score off her as the Gladiators defeated Capistrano Valley High 10-0 in a four-inning affair in the finale of five games of the Michelle Carew Classic. Last Thursday, Gonzalez limited El Modena High to one hit in a 2-0 victory. Two days later against the Cougars in the Silver Division third place game at Peralta Park, she faced 14 batters, allowed a two-out single to Cassidy Stinnett in the bottom of the first inning and a two-out single in the fourth while striking out three. She needed 41 pitches and neither runner advanced to second.

“No excuses, but the mound was really bad,” said Gahr head coach Rey Sanchez. “There was a huge hole, and she was forced to throw to one side of the plate. We had to execute a new pitch; we threw a new pitch today and she was willing to do it. So credit to her; she was like, yep, I’ll do it, let’s do that because she couldn’t get the ball inside that well. Credit to her for making those adjustments. When she’s on the mound, we have a shot. We just have to develop the younger pitching.”

Gahr got the scoring going in the top

of the second inning when sophomore shortstop Hazel Anglo doubled to the right field gap, went to third on a wild pitch and came home on a groundout from senior first baseman Maryah McElroy. The Gladiators would then put the game away in the next inning as a dozen batters came up to bat.

Senior catcher Alexis Johnson got the party started with a base hit to right field followed by an infield single from sophomore third baseman Megan Wong in front of Stinnett and a single to center from junior center fielder Kayleigh Allen, a transfer from Carson High, to load the bases. Then sophomore second baseman Mylah Burrowes launched a 0-2 pitch over the left field fence for a grand slam and just like that, it was 5-0.

On the next pitch, junior designated plater Cierra Contreras was safe on an infield single and Anglo followed with a hit to right field. Two outs later, junior right fielder Leah Magana singled to left and was replaced by freshman pinch runner Skyy Saucedo. Johnson would be safe on an error, allowing two more runs to come across. With junior Jaidu De Avila Barroga becoming the courtesy runner, she would make it 9-0 on a single from Wong.

The final tally of the game came with two outs in the fourth as sophomore pinch hitter Maya Moreau singled to shallow left and was substituted for Anglo, who concluded the scoring on the next pitch when freshman pinch hitter Rylee Jackson laced a single to left field. Of the 15 offensive players who saw action, all but two had either a hit, scored or drove in at least a run.

Allen, Anglo and Wong all had a pair of hits while six other players had a hit.

Since becoming eligible, Allen is batting .471 with a pair of doubles and a home run, has driven in four runs and struck out once in 17 at-bats. The home run was a first inning solo shot against El Modena. “Kayleigh is a game changer,” said Sanchez. “She’s a game changing defender; she’s a game changing offender. On offense, she hits the ball hard. She can run, she can throw, she goes and gets it out there and she’s been a joy to put in our lineup. She’s meshed so well with our girls. It’s instant game changing with our lineup, so she’s been a great addition for us.”

The Michelle Carew Classic, hosted by Canyon High, is one of the top high school tournaments in the CIF-Southern Section every season and has been around for 41 seasons. Once called the Canyon Tournament of Champions, this is the 27th season it has held the title of the Michelle Carew Classic. Gahr has been a participant since 2018, except for 2020 and 2021, and has a record of 15-15-1. But this is the first time since 2019 any Gahr team has won three of the five games over a threeday span. Last season, Gahr went 1-4.

“This has been one of most prestigious tournaments for many years, and it’s an honor to be here and to play in this tournament,” said Sanchez. “They do a great job running the tournament; our main guy does a heck of a job communicating with us and putting us in the right spot and matches us up early on with certain teams. It allows you to go through whatever level you’re in, whatever bracket you’re in…it allows you to kind of run through some pretty good teams, because you’re going to face really

good competition in this one. It was test for us because of our lack of pitching depth.” Gahr continues to go through its roller coaster of a season, never winning or losing more than three straight games at any point. The Gladiators though have never dipped below the .500 mark and at 11-9, they are grateful to be off until Apr. 14 when they host Mayfair High in Gateway League action before going to league-leading La Mirada High two days later. The 10 days off will give the team some rehabbing and recuperating time off.

“It’s part of our strategy; to keep them guessing,” joked Sanchez of the up and down season. “You don’t know which team is going to show up. But honestly, we’re trying to get our pitching depth in line. It’s been a little bit of a struggle. We’re trying to build up the two and three so Bella can have some support. We’re in great shape; she’s got two shutouts in the last [three] games.

“We’re nicked up, there’s no doubt we’re nicked up,” he later added. “That’s one of the things I just mentioned [to the team]. We have a break; I’m going to give [them] some days off. We are going to practice midweek just to kind of get them back together again to throw the ball and hit the ball. But yes, we need rest, especially after a five games in three days spurt. It is hard on the body. These young ladies work hard; we work them hard and so yes, all the little nicks and things that they have… this is going to give them time to rest.”

ABC UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE

CALLING FOR BID

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the ABC Unified School District will receive up to but not later than 11:00 AM on the 28th day of April, 2026 Bids for:

ABC Bid # 1700 Asphalt Paving

All bids shall be made and presented on a form furnished by the District. Bids submitted shall conform to the terms and conditions stated on said form. Bids shall be received in the office of the Purchasing Department at 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703 and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above-stated time and place. Bidders may request for Bid Documents by calling (562) 926-5566 x 21218 Wendy Wall. All public works are subject to prevailing wage payments, Valid License valid Class C12 Contractor’s License and DIR Registration will be required.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Artesia will conduct a Public Hearing in the City Council Chambers at Artesia City Hall, located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California, at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026, to consider the following items:

1. Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fee Nexus Study associated with development within the Mixed-Use Overlay Zone (MUO); and

2. Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fees applicable to qualifying development projects within the Mixed-Use Overlay Zone. The proposed Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fee is supported by a Nexus Study prepared in accordance with California Government Code Section 66000 et seq. (the Mitigation Fee Act). The Nexus Study identifies the relationship (nexus) between new development within the Mixed-Use Overlay Zone and the need for affordable housing, and demonstrates the reasonable relationship between the fee and the impacts of such development. The proposed fee would be imposed on applicable residential and mixed-use development projects within the MUO Zone and used to fund the provision, construction, and/or preservation of affordable housing consistent with City housing policies and programs.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: Staff has determined that the proposed action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to:

• CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption), as it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that adoption of the fee will have a significant effect on the environment; and

• CEQA Guidelines Section 15273, as the proposed fee is a charge established for the purpose of meeting operating expenses, purchasing or leasing supplies, equipment, or materials, and/or meeting financial reserve needs.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Members of the public wishing to address the City Council may appear at the public hearing and provide testimony on this matter. Written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing to the Artesia City Clerk’s Office at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701, or via email at planning@cityofartesia.us. For additional information, please contact the Artesia Community Development Department at (562) 8656262.

If you challenge any action related to this public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Paul

Bollier Community Development Director

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/10/26

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Planning Commission of the City of Artesia will hold a Public Hearing in the City Council Chambers of Artesia City Hall, located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California, at 7:00PM on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, to consider the following: Project Description: A Design Review application for a new residential development consisting of: one (1) 1,200-square-foot, two-story residential unit and an attached ADU measuring 735 square feet; a second building with two (2) 1,391-square-foot, two-story residences; and a proposed detached ADU measuring 485 square feet, all to be built at a presently vacant site located at the NEC of 186th Street and the Metro Southeast Gateway ROW.

Case Number: 2025-21

Project Location: NEC of 186th Street and the Metro Southeast Gateway ROW (Assessor’s Identification Number 7039-025-018), Artesia, CA 90701.

Applicant: Yang Wang, of 2060 Huntington Drive, Unit 10, San Marino, CA 91108

CEQA: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Planning Division Staff have determined that, as proposed, the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of CEQA. The project qualifies as categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15332 – Infill Development, which consists of projects characterized as infill development within urbanized areas that are environmentally benign and consistent with the City’s General Plan and Zoning Code.

If you challenge any of these proposals in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Artesia Planning Commission at or prior to the public hearing. All interested persons are invited to attend this hearing and express their opinion on the matters listed above.

For more information, please contact the project planner, Devan A. Wells, Assistant Planner, at 562-865-6262, ext. 238, or via email at dwells@cityofartesia.us.

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NOTICE INVITING SEALED

BIDS

DECONSTRUCTION OF COMMERCE REFUSE TO ENERGY FACILITY (CREA) PROJECT

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the CITY OF COMMERCE, referred to as “CITY”, invites sealed bids for DECONSTRUCTION OF COMMERCE REFUSE TO ENERGY FACILITY (CREA) PROJECT and will receive on PlanetBids, up to the hour of 2:00 PM, Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud online. Late submittals will not be considered. It is the bidder’s responsibility to upload the bid proposal file by the due date to City’s portal on PlanetBids. Electronic files of the Contract Documents are available for download on the City’s portal on PlanetBids.

A Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be held at the CREA Facility, 5926 Sheila Street, Commerce, at 11:00 AM on Monday, April 20, 2026.

Working hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The work shall be completed within 40 working days after the City’s Notice to Proceed.

The Contractor shall possess a valid California Contractor’s License issued by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB), Class A (General Engineering), Class B (General Building), or Class C-21 (Building Moving/Demolition), at the time of bid submission, at the time of contract award, and for the duration of the project. The Contractor or subcontractor performing asbestos abatement activities shall possess a valid Class C-22 Asbestos Abatement Contractor License issued by the CSLB and shall be currently registered with the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA), also known as DOSH, as an asbestos contractor. The successful Contractor must also possess a current City business license.

This is a federally funded project.

This project is subject to the requirements of SB 854. No prime contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal and may be awarded for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. If there are any questions regarding this project, please upload all questions to: City’s portal on PlanetBids.

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/9/26

CITY OF PICO RIVERA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the project described below. You are receiving this notice because your property is located near the project or because you have requested to be notified.

Project Location: 5201/5211 Paramount Boulevard and 8528/8534 Fishman Road Assessor’s Parcel Numbers: 6348-022-040, -028, -020, and -041 (Attachment A)

Project Description Conditional Use Permit No. 763 to operate a contracting equipment storage and rental yard.

Environmental Review: The proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301– Existing Facilities. None of the exceptions to the exemptions under CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 apply.

The Planning Commission Public Hearing will be held:

DATE: Monday, April 20, 2026

TIME: 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Parks and Recreation Community Room 6767 Passons Boulevard Pico Rivera, CA 90660

If you challenge the action taken on this proposal 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 written in correspondence delivered to the City of Pico Rivera City Clerk prior to or at the public hearing.

Additional information online or in person can be obtained here:

Project Planner: Aneli Gonzalez, Assistant Planner aneli.gonzalez@pico-rivera.org 562-801-4307 Community & Economic Development Department 6615 Passons Boulevard, Pico Rivera, California https://www.pico-rivera.org/our-city/city-commissions/planningcommission/

Email public comments to aneli.gonzalez@pico-rivera.org prior to 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. *******************************************************************************************************

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Pico Rivera is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for a person with a disability. Please contact City Clerks Office at (562) 801-4389 if special program accommodations are necessary and/or if program information is needed in an alternative format. Special requests must be made in a reasonable amount of time in order that accommodations can be arranged.

Attachment “A”

NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (HSIP) AND TRAFFIC CALMING

PROJECT BID NUMBER: 2026-003

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Artesia, California (“City”) invites sealed Bids for the Project. The City will receive such Bids at City Hall, 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California 90701 up to 3:00 p.m. on May 1, 2026, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud.

All Bids must be made on the form furnished by the City. Each Bid must be submitted in a sealed package addressed to the City Clerk with the Project name and Project number typed or clearly printed on the lower left corner of the package. Bids must remain valid and shall not be subject to withdrawal for sixty (60) calendar days (“Days”) after the Bid opening date.

INCORPORATION OF STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

The "Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction" (“Standard Specifications”) latest edition as amended by the Contract Documents, is incorporated into the Contract Documents by reference. SCOPE OF WORK

The Project includes, without limitation, furnishing all necessary labor, materials, equipment and other incidental and appurtenant Work necessary to satisfactorily complete the Project, as more specifically described in the Contract Documents. This Work will be performed in strict conformance with the Contract Documents, permits from regulatory agencies with jurisdiction, and applicable regulations. The quantity of Work to be performed and materials to be furnished are approximations only, being given as a basis for the comparison of Bids. Actual quantities of Work to be performed may vary at the discretion of the City Engineer.

OBTAINING BID DOCUMENTS

Bidders may obtain free copies of the Plans, Specifications and other Contract Documents online by visiting the City of Artesia website at the following link: https://www.cityofartesia.us/bids.aspx

Potential Bidders may also obtain the Bid Documents by coming person to City Hall at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 during regular business hours.

EMAIL ADDRESS

Bidders shall supply the City with an email address to facilitate transmission of Addenda and other information related to these Contract Documents. Failure to provide such email address may result in late notification. The City does not guarantee that it will provide any information email. A Bidder shall be responsible for all Addenda regardless of whether Bidder received any such email, and a Bidder shall have no recourse due to not receiving such email.

REGISTRATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS

In accordance with Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, no contractor or subcontractor shall be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions for bid purposes only under Labor Code Section 1771.1(a)].

PREVAILING WAGES

In accordance with Labor Code Section 1770 et seq., the Project is a “public work.” The successful Bidder (“Contractor”) and any Subcontractors shall pay wages in accordance with the determination of the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) regarding the prevailing rate of per diem wages. Copies of those rates are on file with the Director of Public Works, and are available to any interested party upon request. The Contractor shall post a copy of the DIR’s determination of the prevailing rate of per diem wages at each job site. This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR.

BONDS

Each Bid must be accompanied by a cash deposit, cashier’s check, certified check or Bidder’s Bond issued by a Surety insurer, made payable to the City and in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total Bid submitted. Personal or company checks are not acceptable. Upon Contract award, the Contractor shall provide faithful performance and payment Bonds, each in a sum equal to the Contract Price. All Bonds must be issued by a California admitted Surety insurer using the forms set forth in the Contract Documents, or in any other form approved by the City Attorney. Failure to enter into the Contract with the City, including the submission of all required Bonds and insurance coverages, within fifteen (15) Days after the date of the mailing of written notice of contract award to the Bidder, shall subject the Bid security to forfeiture to the extent provided by law.

REQUESTS FOR CLARIFICATION

If you discover any error, omission, ambiguity or conflict in the Project Plans or Specifications and wish to have a clarification, please email your request for clarification to Ron Ibarra at engineering@ cityofartesia.us. Request must be received no later than five (5) Days before Bid opening. Requests for clarification received after this date will be disregarded. Please indicate the Project and Project number in your request for clarification.

INSURANCE AND WARRANTY

The Contractor shall provide insurance in accordance with Section 5-4 of the Standard Specifications, as modified by the General Provisions. In addition, the Contractor shall guarantee and warranty all Work against defective workmanship and materials furnished by the Contractor for a period of one (1) year from the date the Work was completed and accepted by the City.

LICENSES

Each Bidder shall possess a valid Class A Contractor’s license issued by the California State Contractors License Board at the time of the Bid submission, unless this Project has any federal funding, in which case the Contractor must possess such a license at the time of the Contract award. The successful Contractor must also possess a current City business license.

RETENTION SUBSTITUTION

Five percent (5%) of any progress payment will be withheld as retention. In accordance with Public Contract Code Section 22300, and at the request and expense of the Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld may be deposited with the City or with a State or federally chartered bank as escrow agent, which shall then pay such moneys to the Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Project, the securities shall be returned to the Contractor. Alternatively, the Contractor may request that the City make payments of earned retentions directly to an escrow agent at the Contractor’s expense. No such substitutions shall be accepted until all related documents are approved by the City Attorney.

TRADE NAMES OR EQUALS

Requests to substitute an equivalent item for a brand or trade name item must be made by written request submitted no later than five (5) Days before the Bid submission deadline. Requests received after this time shall not be considered. Requests shall clearly describe the product for which approval is requested, including all data necessary to demonstrate acceptability.

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

Liquidated damages shall accrue in the amount of $1000 for each Day that Work remains incomplete beyond the Project completion deadline specified in the Contract Documents.

BIDDING PROCESS

Bidders must satisfy themselves by personal examination of location of the proposed work and by such other means as they may prefer as to the actual conditions and requirements of the work and shall not at any time after submission of the bid dispute, complain, or assert that there was any misunderstanding in regard to the nature or amount of work to be done.

The City reserves the right to reject any Bid or all Bids, and to waive any irregularities or informalities in any Bid or in the bidding, as deemed to be in its best interest.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Planning Commission of the City of Artesia will conduct a Public Hearing in the City Council Chambers of Artesia City Hall located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 to consider the following matter: The Planning Commission will consider approval of a Design Review Application (Case No. 2025-18) to demolish twenty-one (21) existing residential units and construct a two-story, twenty-two (22) unit apartment building with on-site amenities and landscaping, located on Assessor Parcel Numbers (APNs) 7040-017-008 and 7040-017002, within the Artesia Downtown Specific Plan (ADSP) area.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: Staff has determined that the proposed project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (Class 32 – In-Fill Development Projects), as the project is consistent with applicable general plan and zoning regulations, occurs within city limits on a site of less than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses, and can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.

Members from the public who would like to address the Planning Commission may appear at the public hearing during the consideration of this item and state their opinion. If you have written comments that you wish to submit, please deliver them to the Artesia City Clerk’s Office, 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA, or by email: planning@cityofartesia.us prior to the start of the public hearing. If you have questions about this notice or the proposed action, please contact the Artesia Community Development Department at (562) 865-6262 or by the email above. If you challenge any action related to this public hearing in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Paul Bollier, Community Development Director

Phone: 562-865-6262 Ext. 200 or 224

Email: Planning@cityofartesia.us

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/10/26

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1168

Per Government Code Section 36933, a summary of Ordinance No. 1168 is as follows:

First Reading Date: March 3, 2026

Second Reading, Public Hearing and Adoption Date: April 7, 2026

Effective Date: May 7, 2026

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTIONS 93.20 THROUGH 93.99 (FIREWORKS) OF CHAPTER 93 (FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION) OF TITLE IX (GENERAL REGULATIONS) OF THE SANTA FE SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO SUPPORT AN EFFECTIVE PERMIT APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND SAFE OPERATION OF FIREWORKS STANDS

The Santa Fe Springs City Council will adopt Ordinance No. 1168, amending Chapter 93 (Fire Prevention and Protection Regulations) of the Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code to revise Sections 93.20 through 93.99 (Fireworks). Specifically, the ordinance amends Sections:

• § 93.20 – Time for Sale and Discharge.

• § 93.22 – Application for a Permit.

• § 93.23 – Prerequisites to Issuance of Permit.

• § 93.24 – Operation of Stand— Regulations.

• § 93.25 – Temporary Sales Tax Permit Required.

• § 93.32 – Conflicting Provisions.

• § 93.99 – Penalty.

Purpose

The ordinance updates and clarifies the City’s procedures for permitting and regulating the sale of safe and sane fireworks. It establishes a new defined sales period, requires applicants to submit detailed documentation to the Community Development Department, aligns construction standards for fireworks stands with NFPA 1124 safety requirements, and updates other related provisions.

The City Council adopted and conducted a second reading of the ordinance with the following vote:

City Council Vote

AYES: Martin, Mora, Rodriguez, Zamora NOES: None

ABSTAIN: None

ABSENT: Rounds

For additional information or to view Ordinance No. 1168 in full, contact the Office of the City Clerk, City of Santa Fe Springs, 11710 Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, or visit the City’s official website at www.santafesprings.gov.

at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/10/26

CUIDAD DE COMMERCE

AVISO DE MEDIDA PARA VOTACIÓN

[De conformidad con la Sección 12111 del Código Electoral]

POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO de que la siguiente medida será sometida a votación en la Elección Primaria Estatal Consolidada Especial que se llevará a cabo en la Ciudad de Commerce, California, el martes 2 de junio de 2026:

Medida de Protección de Servicios Esenciales de Commerce: Para proteger los fondos locales amenazados por regulaciones estatales sobre juegos de azar y mantener los servicios de policía, respuesta de emergencia 911, programas para jóvenes y personas mayores, servicios de biblioteca, parques, calles e infraestructura, ¿deberá la Ciudad de Commerce aprobar un impuesto sobre transacciones y uso (ventas) de 1/4 de centavo (0.25%), que genere aproximadamente $4.5 millones anuales para uso general del gobierno hasta que los votantes lo finalicen, con auditorías anuales y divulgación pública?

Para obtener información adicional, visite el sitio web de la Ciudad en: https://www.commerceca.gov/city-hall/finance/city-of-commerce-essential-servicesprotection-measure o comuníquese con la Secretaría Municipal al (323) 722-4805 ext. 2252.

Pat Jacquez-Nares, Secretaria Municipal Interina Ciudad de Commerce

Publicado el 8 de abril de 2026 – Los Cerritos News

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/10/26

CITY OF COMMERCE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD AND OF A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A PROPOSED YEAR 5 ALLOCATION FOR PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION (PLHA) PROGRAM FUNDS

Hearing Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard

Place: Council Chambers located at 5655 Jillson St, Commerce, CA 90040 - Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in person.

Persons wishing to offer public comment for this meeting may do so by directly addressing the City Council in person at the time allotted on the agenda for such comment.

Description: The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced the release of $335 million in funding for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) program. The PLHA program is intended to increase supply of housing for households at or below 60% of area median income, increase assistance to affordable owner-occupied workforce housing, assist persons experiencing or at risk of homelessness, facilitate housing affordability, and promote projects and programs to meet regional housing need allocations.

Through the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA), the City of Commerce is eligible to receive an estimated Year 5 allocation amount of $59,326. The City is interested in using its allocation to provide rental assistance for Veterans within the City of Commerce, including those experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

As part of the allocation process, the City must allow the public an adequate opportunity to review and comment on the Year 5 Allocation Activity Plan. This plan details the manner in which allocated funds will be used on eligible activities.

Availability of Document for Public Comment: The City of Commerce encourages citizen participation in the planning process. A Public Hearing regarding this proposed Year 5 PLHA Allocation Activity Plan will be held in-person on Tuesday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00p.m or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.

A copy of the Plan is on file and available for public review at the City’s News and Information webpage: https://www.commerceca.gov/city-hall/economic-development-andplanning/housing.

Accessibility: Meeting facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, notify the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 722-4805 as least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

For more information, contact Jessica Serrano, Director of Community Development at (323) 722-4805 ext. 2811 or via email at jserano@commerceca.gov

Dated: April 10, 2026

Published: April 10, 2026

Pat Jacquez-Nares, Interim City Clerk LOS CERRITOS NEWS

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/10/26

CITY OF PICO RIVERA CITY COUNCIL

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADDING CHAPTER 8.70, SMOKEFREE MULTI-UNIT HOUSING TO TITLE 8, HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the City of Pico Rivera City Council to consider adding Chapter 8.70, Smokefree Multi-Unit Housing to Title 8, Health and Safety of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code. The proposed chapter establishes comprehensive smoke-free requirements for multi-unit residential properties.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

TIME: 6:00 P.M.

WHERE: City Hall Council Chambers 6615 Passons Boulevard Pico Rivera, CA 90660

The proposed ordinance is exempt from environmental review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), a project is exempt from CEQA where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that adding Chapter 8.70, Smokefree Multi-Unit Housing to Title 8, Health and Safety will have a significant effect on the environment.

PERSONS INTERESTED IN THIS MATTER wishing to observe or comment may do so via:

(1) TV: Channel 3

(2) Online: https://bit.ly/picorivera-ctv3live (3) Email: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 before 4:00 p.m. publiccomments@pico-rivera.org (4) City Hall: Public Hearing

Copies of all relevant material and project specifications are available for public review at City Hall in the Community & Economic Development Department, 6615 Passons Boulevard, Pico Rivera, California. For additional information please contact Estefany Franco, Planner at 562-801-4026.

If you challenge the consideration or adoption of the proposed applications 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 written correspondence delivered to the City of Pico Rivera City Clerk at, or prior to, the public hearing.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Pico Rivera is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for a person with a disability. Please contact Cynthia Ayala at (562) 801-4389 if special program accommodations are necessary and/or if program information is needed in an alternative format. Special requests must be made in a reasonable amount of time in order that accommodations can be arranged.

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/10/26

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1167

Per Government Code Section 36933, a summary of Ordinance No. 1167 is as follows:

First Reading Date: March 17, 2026

Second Reading, Public Hearing and Adoption Date: April 7, 2026

Effective Date: May 7, 2026

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTIONS 155.123 (CONDITIONAL USES), 155.153 (CONDITIONAL USES), 155.175.2 (USES), 155.183 (CONDITIONAL USES), 155.213 (CONDITIONAL USES), 155.243 (CONDITIONAL USES), AND ADDING SECTION 155.725 (CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR TRUCK, TRAILER, CHASSIS OR CONTAINER STORAGE) WITHIN TITLE 15, CHAPTER 155 OF THE SANTA FE SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING A DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION UNDER CEQA

The Santa Fe Springs City Council will adopt Ordinance No. 1167, amending Chapter 155 (Zoning Code) of the Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code to establish regulations for the temporary storage of trucks, trailers, chassis, and shipping containers on certain vacant, entitled properties. Specifically, the ordinance:

• Amends §§ 155.123, 155.153, 155.175.2, 155.183, 155.213, and 155.243 to incorporate this use into applicable zoning districts; and

• Adds § 155.725 to establish a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process and operational standards for truck, trailer, chassis, and container storage.

Purpose

The ordinance establishes a regulatory framework to allow a temporary, controlled interim use on vacant properties that have received, or are pursuing, development approvals. The CUP process ensures case-by-case review and includes standards related to site eligibility, security, screening, operational restrictions, and time limitations.

The intent is to reduce nuisance conditions such as illegal dumping and blight, support property maintenance and potential environmental remediation, and allow limited interim economic use—while maintaining consistency with the City’s long-term development goals.

The ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), as it can be seen with certainty that the action will not have a significant effect on the environment.

The City Council adopted and conducted a second reading of the ordinance with the following vote:

City Council Vote

AYES: Martin, Mora, Rodriguez, Zamora NOES: None

ABSTAIN: None

ABSENT: Rounds

For additional information or to view Ordinance No. 1167 in full, contact the Office of the City Clerk, City of Santa Fe Springs, 11710 Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, or visit the City’s official website at www.santafesprings.gov.

Published at Los Cerritos Community Newspaper 4/10/26

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