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Madrid Middle School Principal Wins $7,500 School Lounge Makeover

by Michele Earle El Monte

Staff members at Madrid Middle School in the Mountain View School District are celebrating the news that their school lounge will be getting a much needed makeover. Thanks to their principal, Bonnie Tanaka’s contest entry, Madrid’s faculty will be enjoying their new staff lounge by the first part of May.

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Madrid’s staff received the surprise announcement at a special staff meeting on Tuesday. The $7,500 School Lounge Makeover® contest is sponsored by California Casualty Insurance and Tanaka, who is retiring this summer wrote a heartfelt entry that was selected from over 30,000 entries nationwide.

“I was so excited to find out I won because I never win anything,” Tanaka said.

“I’m really happy for the teachers and staff because the area they have used needs serious attention.

Our school is 23-years-old and I think everything in the staff lounge is original, and it’s not the most inviting of places. My seven years at Madrid is the longest I have been at any site and it warms my heart to leave something to the incredible people I

work with,” she said. “Many of our staff members were almost in tears when they heard the exciting news.”

According to Jana Charles of California Casualty, the School Lounge Makeover® contest started in 2011 and so far 10 school lounges have been made over across the nation.

“At California Casualty we appreciate the hard work and dedication teachers and school staff put in each day and we want you to have a nice and inviting place to relax during your breaks and lunchtime. We are thrilled to do this for Bonnie who is an amazing principal and Madrid’s staff.”

Also on hand for the special announcement was designer, Mark Canady from Eon Office Products, who will be heading up the lounge’s transformation. To

Madrid Middle School’s staff lounge will receive a makeover thanks to the School Lounge Makeover contest sponsored by California Casualty Insurance. Pictured, principal, Bonnie Tanaka is presented with a $7,500 check from representatives from California Casualty.

the teachers and staff members’ delight he took down their ideas for what they want in their staff lounge.

“This is your space – we want to make it a place where you feel

comfortable and want to go spend time,” said Canady, soliciting ideas from the staff. “We can update the design scheme, add furniture and new appliances, what-

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El Monte Empowers Youth Through Leadership Program

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The City of El Monte’s Junior Recreation Leader Volunteer Program (JRLVP) has already reached the half-way mark in its inaugural year of existence. Spearheaded by the City of El Monte’s Parks and Recreation Division, the program was initially launched Sept. 2014 to help mentor youth and offer job training. Thus far, it has been a great success.

“This program gives teens a proactive and creative outlet,” Mayor Andre Quintero said. “It also challenges students to focus their energy into positive actions that will directly benefit our El Monte community.”

The JRLVP presents teens with a unique opportunity to work side by side with the city’s recreation staff on programs and events.

The program also provides mentorship and leadership training opportunities for

City teenagers in grades 7th through 12th who wish to enhance their life and work skills and participate in onthe-job training.

Teens have embraced the prospect to be involved in the community and make

a difference while earning skills through the practice of community service credit. goal-setting, communication Through a variety of asand decision-making. signments and challenges, In Oct. 2014 the JRLVP JRLVP members are entook their first trip of the couraged to strengthen their season to California State leadership Leadership Program continued on page 4 development

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2015 El Monte Relay for Life Kicks Off at Mountain View High School The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life fundraiser is the world’s largest and most impactful fundraising event dedicated to end cancer. This event unites communities across the globe to celebrate individuals who have battled cancer, remember loved ones and continue to advocate for cancer research.

The City of El Monte invites members of the community to form teams and participate in this two-day event, which will be held

at Mountain View High School.

Please visit the website www.RelayForLife.org/ ElMonteCA to register online. . For more information, please contact Community Manager Maggie SernaLoera at (714) 470 – 5351 or through email: Maggie.

Serna-Loera@cancer.org.

Saturday, May 16, 2015 to Sunday, May 17, 2015 Gates open at 7 a.m. on Saturday.

Duarte Relay for Life Set for May 16-17 at Duarte High School

Duarte Relay for Life Set for May 16-17 at Duarte High School Cancer never sleeps and neither will participants of the 24-hour long Relay for Life event to be hosted by the City of Duarte and the American Cancer Society on May 16 and May 17 on the campus of Duarte High School, 1565 E. Central Ave., Duarte.

Participants of the 6th Annual Duarte Relay for Life will honor cancer survivors and pay tribute to lives lost by the disease while striving to raise $29,000 to help fight cancer in the community.

Mayor Tzeitel Paras-Caracci will kick off the event, hosting opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. on May 16, while Mayor Pro-Tem Sam Kang will preside over the closing ceremony at 10 a.m. the next

morning.

In 2013, more than 20 teams participated raising funds to fight against cancer.

Event Chairs, Hugo Torres, Local Realtor and Robyn Garcia, Activities and Athletic Director at Duarte High School, said they are expecting a banner year. “It is exciting to be working with so many energetic community groups to raise awareness and help find cures, commented Torres.”

Closing ceremony will be held at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday. *Lunch and dinner is provided to all registered applicants.

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Movie Night Rescheduled to June 5th

by Aida Torres M.S. Duarte

We regret to inform you that the Beardslee Park Movie Night and activities scheduled for this Friday, May 15th adjacent to Beardslee School (2000 Buena Vista St.) has been rescheduled due to forecasted rainstorms.

Disney’s blockbuster animated film Big Hero 6 will be screened on Friday, June 5th instead of this Friday.

Dolphin Tale 2 at Maxwell School will remain as scheduled for Friday, May 29 (733 Euclid Ave) Both events will include a complimentary BBQ dinner served by nonprofit Marvell West starting at 6:00 p.m.

Vendors from local businesses and community non-profit organizations and city staff and elected officials will also come to inform Duarte resi-

dents of their programming and activities. All movies will screen right at sunset.

Spring Movie Night is a Duarte Cal-Grip event, sponsored by the City of Duarte Public Safety Department. For more information please feel free to contact me directly.

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Around Town

by Mavis Hansen Mothers Day was so special for many of us. Today Mother’s Day is celebrated in more than 46 countries, though at different times in the Month of May and in some countries it is celebrated in entirely different times of the Year.

A reminder that this Saturday, MAY 16th will be ARMED FORCES DAY and all Flags should be proudly displayed in honor and recognition of all those serving in our Armed Forces.

The EL MONTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY invites you to attend the 55th ANNUAL INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at the El Patio Restaurant, 11672 Ramona Boulevard (between Peck Road and La Madera Ave.), El Monte. Social time will begin at 1:00 p.m. and lunch at 1:30 p.m. There will be a choice of three entrees for lunch and will include a soft drink, tax and tip for $25.00.

Reservations to Donna Crippen by May 12, 2015 at 626-444-3813. Theme for the Installation meeting is “OUR MEMORIES OF YESTERYEAR, GIVE US HOPE FOR TOMORROW.” Officers and Directors who have served for the 201415 year: President Doug Halvorsen, Vice President Robert Wayne, Secretary Tom Millett, Treasurer Janet Wiggins White and Directors: Mercy Ayala, Jean McKinnis, E. Clarke Moseley, Betty Tovey, Richard Tovey and Curator Donna Crippen.

EL MONTE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN held their 90th Annual Installation of Officers on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at the El Sombrero Restaurant, 3550 Santa Anita Avenue, El Monte, California. Social Time began at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.

by PRESIDENT ESTHELA SIEGRIST and introductions were made. Following dinner, Officers were installed for the 2015-16 Club Year were: President ESTHELA TORRES de SIEGRIST, Recording Secretary SHIRLEY CAMPBELL, Corresponding Secretary VALERIE BERNAL and Treasurer MARY MORALES. Lorene presented the officers with flowers, pins, gavel and gifts were presented. The recitation of the Collect, led

by DENISE RUBIN (BPW President 1992-94 & 20012002) closed the meeting.

The EL MONTE BPW

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(Business and Professional Women) is 90 years old and chartered in 1925. The club meets for Dinner and a Business Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of each month (except July and August).

BPW’s Mission is to achieve equity for all women in the work-place through advocacy, education and information. The California Federation supports Legislation, Education and Funding to ensure equal rights for all women at all phases of their lives. Supports affirmative action to eliminate sexual harassment, violence against all women and all forms of discrimination.

The California Federation continues support and full state funding for the California Commission on the Status of Women. Membership is open to all women who support the mission and legislative platform. For information contact President Esthela Siegrist at 626-4420354.

El Monte Parks, Recreation and Community Services in conjunction with the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce presents MARTINIS and MUSIC on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at the El Monte Community Center, Grace T. Black Auditorium, 3130 Tyler Avenue, El Monte. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with Hors d’oeuvres, Cocktails and a Silent Auction. Buffet Style Dinner at 7:00 p.m. and a Live Band and Dancing at 7:30 p.m.

There will be Door Prizes throughout the evening.

Tickets ($30.00 may be purchased at the door). For more information: 626-5802200 or 626-443-0180.

Still time to participate in the RELAY FOR LIFE on Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17, 2015. 9:00 a.m. at Mountain View High School, 2900 Parkway Drive, El Monte. This beautiful weather is perfect for taking a walk, which is wonderful for your health, walk slow or fast, but get our and walk!

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Student's Corner The Box Man Our English class read "The Box Man" by Barbara Ascher, a short story about a man who walks into the narrator's street, where she observes him from afar. He collects boxes to create a generic sitting room setting to read a newspaper.

The narrator observes this nightly routine of his and believes that the man chose this lonely state. She uses examples of women who are lonely, not by choice, but by circumstance, to foil and emphasize the benefits of his lonely situation. Ultimately, the narrator concludes that

the box man knows "what most of us know...that this [life] is a solo voyage (Ascher)." Ascher touches on ideas about loneliness in her short story, delving on the idea of whether people are individuals of singularity or community.

In my personal experience, I know I prefer a balance of being alone and being with other people.

However, there are people in our society known as "hermits," who prefer seclusion above community. If we were created to be in a community and for a com-

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munity, according to the teachings of the Catholic Church, why do others want loneliness? Is it because the ability to be alone allows our self-control and selfempowerment to thrive, or because a general disgust of society drives our selfinvolvement? Whatever the situation is, the ideology of being alone and being with others is another example of the complexity and beauty of human nature. Even when we are alone, we are with others- and while we are with others, we are also alone.

Obituary Temple City Mourns the Loss of A Friend

by Jo Anne Disney Temple City

Longtime friend of Temple City, Frank R. Buccola, passed away on April 14, 2015 at the age of 85. Frank was the owner of L & W Kitchens and Baths on Las Tunas Drive for many, many years. In his early years living in Temple City, Frank helped his children build floats and decorate them for the Annual Temple City Camellia Festival.

He was also involved in Temple City Athletic Programs when his son was growing up. He was a member of the board of both the Pop Warner League and the Temple City Baseball League, always lending his hand in many fundraising activities.

However, Frank will be missed the most at St. Luke Catholic Church where he had been an active member since 1954. He was instrumental in getting Italian Catholic Federation Branch #326 established for St. Luke’s in 1976 and from 1977 to the present day, Frank had served as an officer, district delegate, trustee and board member, including establishing and chairing the Scholarship Committee for Branch #326

to be given to graduating 8th grade students at St. Luke’s Elementary School attending Catholic high schools. He always stepped up to help in any capacity that his church, family, friends or parishioner needed. Frank was a true leader. Besides being active in ICF, in 2001 Frank was chosen as one of the “Unsung Heroes of St. Luke Parish.” When he was asked how the St. Luke Community had impacted his life, he said, “It has manifested the true feeling of family parish life and friendships that have lasted a lifetime.”

Frank continued by saying that our parish is unique to

other parishes because of “the feeling of family and working together.”

Frank was a devoted husband to his wife Pat for 66 years, a loving father to his four children, a loving grandfather and great grandfather and a kind and caring friend. Temple City mourns the loss of this dear friend.

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Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly). While on campus, teens learned about college student life, campus culture, and the academic programs currently offered at Cal Poly.

The JRLVP is also committed to building teen’s self-confidence while nurturing soft skills such as leadership development, team work and professionalism.

To further develop these skills, they have volunteered their time to provide handson assistance at local community events, including the 20th Annual Emily Ishigaki Children’s Day Parade and Harvest Festival and the City of El Monte’s Park and Recreation’s Second Annual Spooktacular Haunted House.

WWW.MIDVALLEYRADIO.NET lEY Staff members were ecstatic to learn their staff lounge will get a much needed makeover.

ever you want.”

Staff members shared their wish list including a tropical feel to the room or a Paris bistro type vibe. Comfortable chairs and smaller tables were top choice as well as a new microwave, coffee maker, toaster, and refrigerator. An audio system and water filter were also suggested.

“We’ve already got our design team brainstorming ideas and we will definitely make your lounge more appealing,” said Canady.

“We want it to be functional so we will possibly put a couch and lighting so you can relax and read and we will add artwork and accessories.” Seventh grade teacher, Mary Aguayo, like many of her colleagues, was overwhelmed at the news of

the makeover.

“We feel so lucky to have been chosen and so thankful,” said Aguayo. “We feel so proud that we have a principal that in her last year with us wanted to leave us with something better than what we had. We are all very excited and can hardly wait for the makeover to be finished. It is such a wonderful gift from Bonnie, I couldn't help but cry. Thank you California Casualty and Thank you Bonnie!”

Tanaka feels school lounges are very important in building a sense of community for teachers. Among all of the schools she’s visited, Madrid is the only school that didn’t have a specific faculty lounge, only a small workroom and small area off the kitchen.

“We only have so much time dedicated for lunch and it’s become easier for teachers to sit at their desks rather than visit our current lounge,” she said. “I feel like it’s important for teachers to break bread together and spend some time outside of their classrooms.”

California Casualty began the School Lounge Makeover program after school visits found that the primary space used by faculty for breaks, lunches and meetings were the most neglected. Madrid Middle School is the tenth facility to receive such an award and the fifth award-winner in California. Thus far, teachers and staff at the previous winning schools say they are no longer avoiding the school lounge.

Tanaka believes the new lounge will get more teachers out of the classroom at lunchtime and into a setting that is relaxing.

Despite the victory, Tanaka will only be able to enjoy the lounge for a short time.

She is retiring this summer after 16 years in the District and seven years at Madrid.

But she says this project is the best going away gift she can give to her staff.

“My teachers and staff are so important to me and I’m leaving this for them,” she said. “To have a place that is a real break room—I think it will make a difference to everyone.”

If your school lounge needs a makeover - the deadline to enter the next California Casualty $7,500 School Lounge Makeover® is October 2, 2015, with a winner announced in November. Complete rules and entry forms can be found at www.schoolloungemakeover.com. All members of a school are encouraged to enter to increase their chance of winning.

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‘Time Jockey’ Drought

by Joe Castillo

Water Conservation Champions …. Last month, Governor Jerry Brown implemented a mandatory water usage reduction of 25% for residential customers. The move comes after another year of low rain and snowfall especially in the High Sierras, where a strong snowpack would provide a continuous source of water throughout the year. In the Los Angeles area, 1.71 inches of rain more has fallen than last year but we are still almost 7 inches behind the normal rainfall for this time of year. Over the past three years, the average rainfall in the LA area has been between 5 and 9 inches of rainfall. Nearly the entire state, (95.4%) now falls into the three worst categories of the drought: severe, extreme and exceptional according to the US Drought Monitor. Conservation, especially water conservation, has become one of the most popular topics throughout the state.

Even though conservation is popular today, the Chino Basin Water Conservation District has been promoting water conservation for over 30 years. CBWCD is a public agency whose goal is the protection of the Chino Groundwater Basin in order to guarantee that current and future water needs will be met. Water conservation education is provided to individuals and organizations within the service area to further promote the efficient use of water resources. The CBWCD promotes a lot of conservation programs including providing an education center at their Montclair offices. The agency headquarters has been recently remodeled to include display panels of the areas’ water system, water history and conservation efforts in the Western San Bernardino County.

Outside the facility is a garden of drought resistant and water conservative plants, soils and landscaping to further promote conservation. In addition, more free literature than you can image is available for visitors who want to learn more about water conservation. The agency offers an education program for grade school children including field trips, hands-on scientific activities, Annual Earth Day field trip, class presentations, K-12 poster

program, water education workshops and grants in water conservation promotion. Also, the agency offers workshops throughout the year on topics including Fruit and Vegetables, Water Wise Plants, Backyard Composting and Irrigation Construction and Principles. Certificate Classes are offered for those who complete a certain number of classes at various levels.

Free mulch and compost is offered at various times of the year to those would want to promote conservation in their home gardens.

The Chino Basin Water Conservation District offices are located 4594 San Bernardino St., Montclair, CA 91763 and their website

Juniors Romp Seniors at Annual Powderpuff Football Game

by Jo Anne Disney San Gabriel

San Gabriel Mission High School’s Annual Powderpuff Football game was held on April 24th on the school’s field. Sports fans including parents, faculty, staff, students and friends came to support their team. There were even some special cheerleaders rooting on the players. The game was intense and the players gave it their all. But in the end, the Vivacious Wolves (Juniors) beat the Legendary Dragons (Seniors) by outscoring them 4 touchdowns to 1.

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Bosco Tech to Host Baccalaureate and Commencement Ceremony June 5th

by Karen Krynen Rosemead

Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host its baccalaureate and commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2015 on Friday, June 5, at 5:00 p.m. on the school campus.

The ceremonies will honor the graduates who earned acceptances from universities and colleges across the country. When they begin their post-secondary education in the fall, the major-

ity will major in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) related fields.

“We’re very proud of the graduating class of 2015,” said Bosco Tech Principal Xavier Jimenez. “These stuin STEM-related fields. We dents have excelled in their are confident of their future studies and made the most success.” of the many opportunities The baccalaureate Mass available to them. They will will be held on the campus be attending schools like mall, with the traditional USC, Notre Dame and Penn Bosco Tech continued on page 9 State, and most will major

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Duarte's Ralphs to Close in July

by Karen Herrera Duarte

The City received formal notice from the Ralph’s Grocery Company on April 30th that it will be closing the Duarte location in July, 2015. This is a corporate decision by Ralph’s based on a variety of different business factors including that the Duarte Market was consistently one of its lowest performing stores and that many who shop at this store do a portion of shopping elsewhere, making the current model in the City not sustainable.

In conversations with Kendra Doyel, Ralph’s Vice President for Government Affairs and Public Relations, she said the supermarket at 1193 Huntington Dr. has been among the bottom 50 of under-performing stores for years out of a 3600 store portfolio nationwide. She also added that the company tried various approaches over the years to attract more

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Publish your Fictitious Business customers and that they have not worked. “We have been renting at that location and our lease is up so we made the decision to go ahead and close that location,” she said. “It will probably close around July 10. There are less than 50 employees there and we’re working very hard to find locations at other stores for all of them.”

The Ralph’s company has closed several Southern California stores in the past few years and the Duarte closing unfortunately continues that trend. Specifically, during 2014, Ralph’s closed approximately 20 plus Southern California stores.

The City has already expressed to the shopping center owner the desire to fill at least a portion of the existing space with a grocery store. The City recognizes

that Ralph’s has been a part of the Duarte community for several years and provided a valuable service to the community and the loss is very difficult for the community. Darrell George, Duarte City Manager commented, “Although this is a private matter between the Ralph’s Corporation and a private shopping center owner, the City is committed to doing whatever it can to help attract another grocery use to Duarte. “ The City has received numerous complaints and concerns over Ralph’s decision and recommends that complaints be lodged with the Ralph’s corporate office at 1-800-576-4377. Those with computer access can make comments at https:// www.ralphs.com/customercomments.

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Officials Open Pasadena Chamber and Pasadena Unified Partners El Monte's First Bike Lane to Help High School Senior to Gain Real World Experience

by Chelsea Dickerson El Monte

by Paul Little Pasadena

46 Pasadena Unified School District high school students plan to spend their summer interning in the

the Law and Public Service Academy at Pasadena High School. Interested businesses may contact Amy@

weekly seminars pertaining to time management, professionalism and workplace behavior and ethics.

Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Building

culinary arts, law & public service and health sectors.

These upcoming seniors are eager to explore careers of interest while applying their skills to the workplace.

Working with the College and Career Pathways office at PUSD, the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce is finding internship opportunities and placing students with employers this summer.

Students will be required to serve a minimum of 60 hours of internship between June 8, 2015, and August 14, 2015. The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the Pasadena Unified School District, Ideal Youth, the City of Pasadena and our membership to find intern placements.

The Chamber's Workforce Development Coordinator, Amy Foell, is working to find placements for students in the Health Careers Academy, Culinary Arts and Hospitality Academy, both at Blair High School, and

pasadena-chamber.org or call Ms. Foell at 626-7953355.

“Job shadowing and mentorship provides context for students,” said Ms. Foell.

“The work experience helps students be better informed and more able to connect the internship to future career goals.”

Students in the program plan to either enter the workforce upon graduation or allow the internship to help shape their college experience and future plans.

Students being placed by the Chamber, as well as those working with Ideal Youth, will have extensive training in appropriate workplace dress and behavior, punctuality, financial management and business ethics.

Ms. Foell will place the students, oversee their training, monitor their summer experiences and evaluate the success of the summer internships.

High school interns are also required to attend

In order to complete the internship program successfully all students must give a final presentation about their experience and receive a letter of recommendation from their supervisor. The summer hours accrued will go towards student learning hours mandatory for graduation.

Businesses and organizations are currently needed to provide internship placements in the restaurant and hospitality industry, healthcare, legal professions and law enforcement.

Benefits for participating companies are: no cost, short-term support, an introduction to motivated youth for your hiring pipeline, assistance with technology and innovative ideas plus the satisfaction of adding value to the Pasadena community.

All student interns have work permits, liability and worker’s compensation insurance provided through the school district.

In conjunction with its Earth Day celebration, the City of El Monte celebrated the grand opening of the City’s first Class II bike lane with residents, property owners, and business stakeholders on Saturday, April 25. The highlight of the ceremony was a 1.3-

through the 2007 Call for Projects for the implementation of the Tyler Avenue Bike Lane. This bike lane will play an integral role in helping the City achieve the goals set forth by the Complete Streets movement, which strives to make streets safer and more effi-

Milestone celebrated with community bike ride during Earth Day festivities mile community ride in the newly-installed bike lane that runs on Tyler Avenue, between Garvey Avenue on the south and Valley Boulevard on the north.

“I am proud that El Monte is making it easier to safely ride bikes on our City streets,” said Councilwoman Victoria Martinez. “Not only is riding bikes a great way to get some exercise, it is a great way to reduce our impacts to the environment.”

The City was awarded a planning grant from the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

cient for all users, regardless of age, ability, income, race, ethnicity or mode of transportation.

Also held at Arceo Park, the City’s Earth Day celebration featured numerous eco-friendly activities including free paper shredding, e-waste collection, a donation drop-off to benefit homeless military veterans, a new/used book donation drop-off to benefit school age youth, a smart gardening workshop, t-shirt decorating/fashion show and fun games for kids.

El Monte residents participate in a community ride along the newly installed bike lane on Tyler Avenue on Saturday, April 25.

The City’s first Class II bike lane runs between Garvey Avenue and Valley Boulevard.

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Sunday Service

The Prescription for ObamaCare Confusion

by Astria Gafford & Christian Gasca National/USC

A survey conducted by economists at Carnegie Mellon University found that 86% of Americans, between the ages of 25 and 64, not only lack a basic understanding of the Affordable Care Act (commonly known as ObamaCare), but also fail to comprehend fundamental concepts of the healthcare system.

Complaints about the over 10,000 page document which initiated its legislation has inspired political pundits and everyday citizens alike to question its merit and functionality.

However, the seemingly impregnable complications of the Affordable Care Act’s initiatives could be better understood with the advent of widespread and frequently offered educational workshops.

These workshops would teach individuals about the legislation, and thus empower them to take full advantage of the benefits that the Affordable Care

Act offers. Educational workshops such as these have been proven effective, but are usually only offered during open enrollment periods. It would be a better practice to offer these educational forums year-round in order to reach a broader population, and make maximum educational impact. Community leaders and elected officials should work together to facilitate the implementation of these workshops, and ensure that those who stand to benefit are reached.

Understandably, the costs associated with proctoring and securing venues for these workshops can discourage their implementation, but the benefits far eoutweigh the costs.

Diminishing the amount of uninsured individuals in a country that spends trillions of dollars on healthcare (more than any other industrialized nation) should be a priority—a priority that can only be addressed if Americans adequately understand how their healthcare works, and works for them. Moreover, federal subsidies are already available to fund such events contingent upon a state’s successful enrollment of each citizen.

Since the Affordable Care

Act’s inception, early data from 2014 has reflected a 4.2 million increase in insured Americans. In addition, ObamaCare offers the incentive of increased state funding to states that offer preventive medical services at little to no cost, which ultimately lowers the overall expenses of the American healthcare system. Collectively, the aforementioned benefits as well as the increases in insured Americans establish the merit of the ACA, but its benefits can only be fully realized if the American public is adequately educated on both the subject of the Affordable Care Act and the healthcare system as a whole.

Much of the public readily criticizes ObamaCare as a cumbersome system that no one fully understands, but minimal measures at the local level have been taken to remedy this grievance. How can we expect to fully realize the benefits of a complex prescription if we don’t take the time to best inform the public on its design and prospects?

Senior Moments

by Esthela Torres de Siegrist El Monte

There are topics that many Baby Boomers and other senior citizens are reluctant to address seriously. One of these topics concerns “Senior Moments.” When senior citizens forget their keys, misplace their jacket, forget the date, and so on, it’s habitual for these worthies to say, “Oh, I’m having a Senior Moment.”

This happening causes them needless embarrassment and beyond that, needless worry.

As we age, our minds are filled with more and more data, so much information that we are akin to a computer that overloads. And, there’s nothing wrong with this at all, unless one needless dwells upon it. It just means that the individual needs to “slow down,” think things out, and proceed forward. Nobody is perfect.

Everybody forgets something from time to time, and most people simply accept this—except for senior citizens, that is. They and those

around them quickly remark, “This is a Senior Moment.”

How simply unfair and unjust this is!

Well, ladies and gents, everyone needs to be reminded that children of all ages are frequently absent-minded.

They routinely forget things, too. They may forget their homework, where they put their shoes, the location of their favorite toy, some of their math facts, and so forth.

When is the last time you heard anyone say, “That child is having a junior moment.” Never! Children are instantly pardoned for their forgetfulness, which is how it should be. So, let’s begin pardoning older adults for their forgetfulness, too.

In closing, let’s all remember to remember. Let’s be real about “Senior Moments” and not brood and dwell over them. Let’s accept the fact that everyone forgets something from time to time.

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El Monte's Pirates Honor a Hero

by Mark Peters El Monte

The El Monte Pirates are a AAA & T-Ball team that play with their heart and soul. They play under the tutelage of Jesus Delgado, Yuri Montelongo, Irvin Gaona, Frank Velasquez and Eddie Lopez. Coach Delgado who is Manager of the AAA Pirates and is Assistant Coach to the T-Ball Pirates has been coaching for 5 years to spend time with their son Jesus Delgado.

With a daughter, Lila, who is Autistic, this family is involved in baseball, football, therapies, and the day to day hustle and bustle.

Manager Yuri Montelongo for the T-Ball Pirates,

has two beautiful children, Manuel on AAA Pirates and Ruby on T-Ball Pirates. She dedicates her time giving to the community, motivating the children and the parents while always remembering to make time for her family.

She was a great asset to the first time, AAA team mom, Marivel and on her time off baseball she doesn’t quit there, she switches her time to football.

Coach Irvin Gaona who is an Assistant Coach to the T-Ball Pirates is also one of the Assistant Coaches for the AAA Pirates. He is the uncle to Manuel and Ruby Montelongo and is there

offering his time and dedication to his niece, nephew, sister and all the kids that depend of him. Coach Irvin and Yuri make a great team together. Coach Gaona is a ‘Bear’ on the outside with a ‘Teddy bear’ heart on the inside. He loves motivating the children and inspiring them. His roar may be loud but he has a big heart.

Coach Frank Velasquez is filled with enthusiasm and motivation while coaching the children in a way that inspires them and he gets to their level so that they understand and he makes it easy and fun to learn. He is an Assistant Coach to

the AAA Pirates as well as an Assistant Coach to the T-Ball Pirates. His son Julian is on the AAA and his daughter Emily is on T-Ball.

His dedication to both teams is inspiring.

One parent that has stepped up to the plate has been Coach Eddie Lopez.

He was a parent that came to every practice, every game and after a while started helping the kids practice while earning their respect.

He is a dedicated father whose son Thomas plays for the AAA Pirates. Eddie has really come through for the AAA Pirates in their time of need and shown the kids

what it means to have fun while playing baseball.

The Pirates have always followed the concept of a close knit family. Playing for fun and making it an experience for the children while creating memories for a lifetime. They believe in fundraising as to not burden their parents with costly expenditures. They are very proud of their children so they want them to look good and at the end of the season, they want to go out with a bang!

This year they have been very fortunate to have a very generous man come out of the blue like a superhero and decide to sponsor the Pirates because when he was a child in the El Monte Nation Little League, he was a Pirate too. This ‘Angel’ like the Pirates like to call him as a term of endearment, is Don Pettinger. He was fortunate enough to have been coached by Jerry McClannahan when he was in the league in the 70’s. Team Mom for the AAA Pirates, Marivel Guerra-Peters had the pleasure to have several phone conversations with him as well of some extensive email exchanges where they were able to remise on the man who Jerry McClannahan was. This man, much like our Pirate coaches, coached with his heart. He touched the lives of many lucky children that came through Lambert Park and left a piece of his heart in every single one of them.

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By Joe Torosian

El Monte Coaching Situation Remains Unsettled

by Joe Torosian El Monte

I do not believe Cleveland’s LeBron James is the greatest basketball player in NBA history. Sorry, I just don’t. I believe James’ success has been heightened during a period when NBA basketball is at a deplorable state. Awful. Horrible. It couldn’t be worse.

Yet, James’ fade away three-pointer at the buzzer to win Game Four of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Sunday afternoon was indeed great. ***In regards to the New England Patriots deflating footballs to get an advantage in football games, what a joke. If a football was seriously deflated an official would take it out of the game immediately.

Also a suspiciously inflated football has nothing to do with the action that takes place along the line of scrimmage. It has nothing to do with tackling. It has nothing to do with execution.

What it has everything to do with is losers looking for an excuse. ***The best 60 minutes in sports is found on Wednesday & Saturday nights (7:PM) on KMVR www.midvalleyradio.net join me and “The Cossack of The Board” Ken Ferreria as we hit on anything and everything. Podcasts will be available soon. ***Mid-Bits (Same as tidbits) *** “Absolutely not. We earned everything we got and achieved as a team, and I am proud of that and so are our fans.”—Tom Brady about the release of the Wells Report on “Deflategate.” *** Baltimore Ravens free safety Ed Reed has officially retired. Reed played in nine Pro Bowls and was named to eight All-Pro teams. *** Dodger outfielder Yasiel Puig, on the disabled list with a hamstring injury, suffers a setback in a rehab game with the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes of the California League. The team has scheduled him to have an MRI this week. ***Happy Birthday this week to: 5/13: South El Monte alum/Stanford grad/Mid Valley staffer Claudia Preciado turns 25.

5/13: Former Rosemead quarterback Sergio Romo turns 32.

5/15: Gabrielino alum & San Gabriel Valley stat

guru Corey “The Dawg” Kwok turns 27.

5/16: Former Temple City tight end Alex Gonzalez turns 24.

5/17: Temple City alum/ USMC Iraq War veteran Jason Bestpitch turns 31.

(If you have a sports birthday you’d like acknowledged drop me a line at the address below) Contact Joe at joe@ midvalleysports.com

Mid Valley News learned Wednesday morning that long time El Monte football offensive coordinator, Brian Tabatabai, had been dismissed from the program.

However, after receiving a statement from El Monte Union High School District Board President Salvador Ramirez on Friday, this now seems unclear.

Lions head coach Joel Sanchez confirmed by phone Tabatabai was being removed after allegations of a physical confrontation with two parents at the 2013 Gladstone game. Tabatabai,

who has been on leave since January, will return to his teaching duties.

At the scheduled May 6th school board meeting on Wednesday night several players, teachers, and coaches spoke on Tabatabai’s behalf to have him reinstated. A handful spoke against him.

The perception of most is that Tabatabai is out, but this statement came from Board President Ramirez on Friday.

“To clarify, no decision has been made at the board level. The school

site leadership has taken steps to protect our students and staff, while there is an investigation. To date, the matter is currently under investigation. Our personnel office maintains the integrity of the process. If and when, the school site and or district leadership brings forward a recommendation to the board for consideration, rest assured that any decision will be made in the best interest and safety of our students.”

As this story develops Mid Valley News will provide updates.

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Longtime El Monte coach Brian Tabatabai. Photo by Joe T.

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Picture of the Week

Above: Monrovia’s Sydney Mosely winning the Rio Hondo League 100 Meters...again...and in style. Right: South Pasadena Pole Vaulter in the process of slipping the surly bonds of Earth. Photos by Doug Brown

January May 07, 13, 2015

The Peterson Principle

By Tim Peterson

It wasn't the best timing in the world. That much is clear. But sometimes it's not about timing. It's about opportunity. If you always wait for the right time you might be waiting forever.

Sometimes you have to seize the opportunity.

Sure Vinnie Lopez could have turned down the Pacifica job because the calendar had turned to May. That might have been the best thing for the El Rancho Program, but would it have been the best thing for Lopez and his family? The answer is no.

The job was being offered now- not in January. The job was being offered now – not next year or two years from now. The offer to teach and coach at Pacifica was one that for Lopez, when he considered the benefits for him and his family, was one that was impossible to turn down. It actually would have been surprising had he said no. It doesn't matter if it's May, January or the Fourth of July, if an opportunity comes up that you want, grab it. It might not ever be there again.

Apparently other coaches thought the Pacifica job looked pretty good as well. Bellflower HC Derek Brown and former Mayfair head coach Mike Fitch were among the applicants.

As for El Rancho, they'll be fine. Shop around and get the best coach available.

It will have to be quick but they still have time. Our readers like former Don Adrian Medrano of Bonita.

Good choice but if that doesn't work out, plug in an assistant and let it rip. With the talent at ER it would be a smooth transition. **We've heard things, we've heard a lot of things, but it's all speculation regarding the removal of Brian Tabatabai as the El Monte offensive coordinator. Junior Varsity Football Coach David Paredes was fired as well but we still don't know why. ***The first big passing tournament of the year is this Saturday at Charter Oak. Although there are some out of area teams participating (Palmdale, Calabasas, Santiago), there are several local teams that will be there too, including El Rancho...yes El Rancho.

Should be interesting. ***So should the Crescenta Valley passing tournament which will feature: CV, Hart, Sylmar, Golden Valley, Eagle Rock, Burroughs, Arcadia, and El Camino. The tournament is a one day tourney from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. this

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Sahagun Headed to Redlands

by Tim Peterson Rosemead

Rosemead linebacker Michael Sahagun has signed to play for the University of Redlands in the fall. An all around athlete Sahagun will also participate in track and field.

Here are some of Sahagun’s accomplishments over the past four years as a Panther.

Football---3 year Varsity Starter:

Saturday May 16th.

That's my principle.

That’s my principle.

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2015 All-CIF Tight End 2 time All League 1st team Offense Jr. & Sr. year 2 time All League 1st team Defense Jr. & Sr. year 2 time Pasadena Star News All Area Defense Jr. & Sr. Team MVP Mid Valley Sports All Area Defense 2 year Captain Wendy’s High School Heisman School Winner National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete Recipient (there were 56 total

Michael Sahagun signs with Redlands. AD Marc Harisay (left) and HC Marc Paramo (right) look on. Photo courtesy of Rosemead Football

reciepents, 10 recieved a scholarship, Michael was one of them).

Track and Field---3 years Varsity

2014 1st Place All League Shot Put 2014 1st Place All League Discus 2014 Field MVP Male 3-time CIF qualifier

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‘The Mid’ Area Baseball Top 10 1. Monrovia: 20-4

‘The Mid’ Area Softball Top 10

10. Rosemead: 9-12

2. Sierra Vista: 16-5 3. Rio Hondo Prep: 15-5 4. Arroyo: 13-3 5. Alhambra: 14-7 6. Arcadia: 13-9-1 7. Temple City: 12-8 8. Baldwin Park: 9-8 9. Gabrielino: 8-10

Rio Hondo Prep ace Sampson Sly-hoar has recorded 94 strikeouts in 68.2 innings of work.

Photo by Belinda Mosher

1. South El Monte:

6. Duarte: 13-7

14-4

7. Alhambra: 13-9

2. Arroyo: 16-3

8. Rio Hondo Prep:

3. Sierra Vista: 14-6

9-8

4. Monrovia: 15-7

9. San Gabriel: 11-10

5. Arcadia: 12-6

10. Temple City: 8-10

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What's in the Stars??

Sudoku Solution for Sudoku in issue 05.20.15

Aries You feel like you have a stone strapped to your back, Aries. The farther you walk with this load, the slower you go, and the more hunched over you will be.

Taurus Feel free to break ties with certain people now, Taurus.

You may be overextending your emotional bank account by investing too much of yourself in others’ lives.

Gemini Less is more should be your motto for today, Gemini. The more you cut back in certain areas of your life, the more room you open up to bring in new and exciting things.

FADS

ACROSS 1. *"____ Man" by disco stars Village People 6. Rainbow, e.g.

9. Attention-getting sound 13. Archipelago 14. Pigeon sound 15. Indian restaurant condiment 16. Camelot to King Arthur, e.g.

17. Expression of doubt 18. Village V.I.P. 19. *One of the Cullen family 21. *Short in front and long in back 23. Johnny Cash's boy with unfortunate name 24. Manufacture 25. Nuke 28. Friend from Down Under 30. As a whole 35. Sky defender 37. First baby word?

39. King Henry VIII, e.g.

40. Actress Sorvino 41. "____ truly" 43. *Known for his clowning around 44. Sinbad the Sailor's home 46. A bunch 47. Crude group 48. Bad blood 50. Vietnam's neighbor 52. Don Draper's creations 53. Lady of "Applause" 55. Poor man's caviar 57. *Her hair style was popular in the '90s 60. *Part robe part blanket 64. Conservative side 65. Length of existence 67. *Pokémon exchange 68. Lady's pocketbook 69. Last letter 70. Dialectical Reasoning philosopher 71. "____ there, done that" 72. Freddy Krueger's street 73. *Tulip Mania flower holders

DOWN 1. Multiple independently targetable reentry vehicle 2. Seaward 3. Chowder ingredient 4. Facilitates 5. Os on Periodic table 6. Heart or tooth condition 7. Read-Only Memory 8. Punctuation mark 9. ____ Mall, London 10. Served with an entree 11. Editor's mark 12. Feather glue 15. Give in 20. Precedes "set, go!"

22. Tiny guitar 24. ____ oblongata 25. *Salsa exercise 26. Chinese and Japanese 27. Zoroaster follower 29. New Mexico art colony 31. Swollen lymph node because of plague 32. Parkinson's disease drug 33. Exuded 34. *Casual summer shoes 36. Old MacDonald's domain 38. ____ 51 42. Bounded by an oath 45. Goose eggs, archaic 49. Sigma Alpha Epsilon 51. Cardinal compass point at 180 degrees, pl.

54. Donut topping 56. White heron 57. Baptism or shiva 58. Chills and fever 59. *Home of the beard trend?

60. Give an impression 61. Dashboard instrument, var.

62. Previously mentioned 63. Snaky swimmers 64. Confederate Johnny 66. Styling goo

Cancer You may be asked to slow down today, Cancer. Whether this comes in the form of a speeding ticket or a scrape on the knee when you trip, you must listen to this message.

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Leo Share your skills today, Leo. You will find that as you engage in the role of teacher, you learn more than if you just hold onto your knowledge without sharing it.

Virgo Don’t underestimate the power of other people today, Virgo. They may seem flighty and scatterbrained on the outside, but underneath you will find that they have a great deal of wisdom to share.

Libra Remember that there’s a benevolent force out there that loves you, Libra. No matter what, there’s always a shoulder to cry on, even if it isn’t a tangible one.

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Scorpio Don’t hesitate to say the obvious today, Scorpio, even if it sounds corny.

Sagittarius Look to older figures for advice today, Sagittarius.

Seek counsel with a parent or grandparent on issues you feel strongly about.

Capricorn Consider composing a bit of poetry today, Capricorn. Use this as an exercise to condense your ocean of emotions into a very few words.

Aquarius Just because your emotions are reserved or somber today doesn’t mean you shouldn’t share them with others, Aquarius.

Pisces You may need to jump to many different people and situations today, Pisces, yet something is holding you back. Listen to this inner voice that’s asking you to be conservative at this time.

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Family Storytime, every Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Magic by Allen Oshiro, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, June 6 Family Board Game Day, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, June 20 Hopscotch & Doodles Robotics Program, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, June 27 Teen Programs Teen Hip Hop/Kickboxing Fitness Class, every Saturday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Teen Advisory Board, 3-4 p.m., Saturday, June 6 Teen Drop-in Art Activity, 4-5 p.m., Tuesday, June 9 Teen Game Day, 4-5 p.m., Tuesday, June 23 Teen Book Club, 4-5 p.m., Tuesday, June 30 Adult Programs Citizenship Class, every Wednesday & Friday, 3-4:30 p.m.

Book a Librarian: Basic Computer Skills, 10-11 a.m., Monday, June 1 Sidewalk CPR Training, 3-5 p.m., Thursday, June 4 Housing Law Clinic, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Friday, June 5 & 19 Marble Magnet & Origami, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, June 13 Bingo Game, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Friday, June 26

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Don remembers that during Jerry Mclannahan’s time the announcer was Wes from Wes’s Pet & Feed also Don McMillian from McMillan laundry mats. Don remembers how Jerry made the experience such a wonderful memory. Jerry’s favorite quote was, “the fox catches the rabbit.” Jerry was a manager who was far ahead of his time. He fully understood tendencies, the shift, and he knew the rule book better than most umpires.

Don remembers that playing with Jerry in the El Monte National League felt like playing in the Big Leagues.

Jerry was extremely lucky to have his wife Dorothy heavily involved in the Little League and she later went on to become a school board member. Jerry and Dorothy moved back to Missouri where they were originally from and he died in 1998 when he was only 61 years old. Jerry’s tombstone say it best, “unique and uninhibited”. There may be a son that still lives in Arcadia.

Jerry was one of many men and women who actively made the difference in so many young people’s life that had the opportunity to call El Monte National Little League their home baseball

field.

Don Pettinger who gave a generous sponsorship of $250.00 for AAA and $250.00 for T-Ball as well as giving both teams a great pizza party at The Post, went on to umpire for the San Gabriel Valley Umpire Association. He says that he had the opportunity to see numerous fields in San Gabriel. How-

ever EMNLL had the best field, press box, announcers, and most importantly snack bar.

The Pirates are indebted to Don Pettinger for his generous gift. This gift was done in honor if Jerry McClannahan, so we take our hats off and have a moment of silence to remember this great hero.

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE MODIFICATION COMMITTEE Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626

TO:

All Interested Parties

FROM:

City of El Monte Modification Committee

PROPERTY LOCATION:

3760 Cypress Avenue / APN: 8568-027-022 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division)

APPLICATION:

Modification No. 10-15

REQUEST:

The applicant requests a modification to increase the maximum wall height from five (5’-0”) feet to six (6’-0”) feet for a wall located along the street side yard property line (Montecito Dr.). The wall will consist of a four (4’-0”) foot concrete wall with one and one half (1’-6”) foot decorative wrought iron fence with six (6’-0”) foot column pilasters.

The property is located in the R-1A (One Family Dwelling) Zone. The request is made pursuant to Section 17.20 of the El Monte Municipal Code.

APPLICANT AND PROPERTY OWNER:

John Nguyen 3760 Cypress Avenue El Monte, CA 91731

ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:

Article 19. Categorical Exemptions – Class 1, Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended.

PLACE OF HEARING:

Pursuant to State Law, the Modification Committee will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The hearing is scheduled for: Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2015 Time: 5:00 p.m.

Place: El Monte City Hall City Hall West – Conference Room A 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California

Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Ivan Galeazzi; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at IGaleazzi@ElMonteCA.gov. If you challenge the decision in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Division at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Ivan Galeazzi at IGaleazzi@ElMonteCA.gov or (626)258-8626 Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

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City of El Monte Modification Committee Marcella Magdaleno, Modification Committee Secretary

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626 TO:

All Interested Parties

FROM:

City of El Monte Planning Commission

PROPERTY LOCATION:

4427 Rowland Ave / APN: 8577-001-007 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division)

APPLICATION:

Design Review No. 02-15

REQUEST:

To allow a façade improvement to an existing 25,195 building located in the M-2 (General Manufacturing) zone. The site has an area of 43,547 square feet. The request is made pursuant to Section 17.22 of the El Monte Municipal Code.

APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER:

Becmer Acquisitions, LP Lesue Becmer 10942 NW 70th Ct. Parkland, FL 33076

ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION: PLACE OF HEARING:

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Article 19. Categorical Exemptions – Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended.

Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for: Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: El Monte City Hall – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California

Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Ivan Galeazzi; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at Igaleazzi@elmonteca.gov. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Ivan Galeazzi at (626)258-8626 Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

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NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2015113567. ORIGINAL FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: I LIVE HARDCORE 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. I LIVE HARDCORE GEAR 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. I PLAY HARDCORE 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. I RIDE HARDCORE 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. I RUN HARDCORE 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. I SHRED HARDCORE 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. I TRAIN HARDCORE 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. Registered Owner(s): ERIC ANDRES BRIBIESCA 5128 SANTA ANITA AVE TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 LA COUNTY. This business is conducted by An INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name on ERIC ANDRES BRIBIESCA OWNER. Notice – In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 Days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered Owner. A new fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

Effective January 1, 2014, The Fictitious Business Name statement must be accompanied by the affidavit of identity form.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

Dean C. Logan, Los Angeles County Clerk.

By: Joey Spraggins, Deputy

City of El Monte Planning Commission Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary

Published The Notice: 05.13.2015, 05.20.2015, 05.27.2015, 06.03.2015 MID VALLEY NEWS

PUBLIC NOTICE EL MONTE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT The Board of Education, at a meeting held on May 7, 2015 provisionally appointed Mrs. Jennifer Cobian to a vacancy on the Board.

The vacancy was created by the resignation of Mr. Kien Lam on March 16, 2015. Unless a petition containing an appropriate number of signatures is received within 30 days of the date of the provisional appointment (May 7, 2015) the appointment shall become effective. EC Section §5092 Published on: 05-13-2015

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Entertainment Corner

Wings band Charity Concert Event

by Sal Gomez Westminster

The Beatles once sang that all we needed was love. A theme that has permeated our culture and for some a lifestyle. Keeping that spirit and intent alive is the tribute band, The Fab Four. Made up of talented musicians who have perfected the craft

of emulating the 4 lads from Liverpool, these gentlemen have created an intense fandom of their very own. And yet, with all that adulation they are first and foremost regular people.

They are buddies, pals, friends and family to people

they have grown connected to with this band called the Fab Four.

One offshoot of the Fab Four that has grown to almost legendary status is a band called Wingsband.

And as you might guess this band is a tribute to the music

Ex Machina

of Paul McCartney and Wings. And why say legendary status?

Because the band is made up primarily of members of The Fab Four, but furthermore...

Wingsband has performed only a handful of live shows over the past few years.

Well hold your breath no more, Wingsband is back with a number of shows slated for 2015.

And to kick off the season, the band will perform a charity concert in tribute to a fallen friend.

Officer Steve Phillips was a member of the Westminster California Police department who was killed in the line of duty. Steve Phillips and his wife Sandy were also very close friends with members of The Fab Four.

For the past 10 years since Steve's death, the band has performed charity concerts to raise money for the Westminster Police Officers Association as well as rais-

by Glen Maldonado National

“Ex Machina” is written and directed by Alex Garland, who is previously known for writing films like “Dredd,” “28 Days Later,” and “The Beach.” Garland’s directorial debut is one that brings the future of artificial intelligence to the big screen

with a 16 million dollar budget. The film was shot at Juvet Landscape Hotel in Valldalen, Norway. This hotel is in a very secluded forest and the hotel features giant windows and beautiful views. In the film, it was made to look like an isolated

home of billionaire Nathan played by Oscar Isaac (Inside Llewyn David), founder and owner of online search engine Bluebook.

Nathan creates an android with artificial intelligence and creates a sweepstakes for someone in his company to visit his home and see the project. Employee Caleb is the winner, played by Domhnall Gleeson (About Time).

He is flown by helicopter to Nathan’s home. Upon arriving, he sees the android named Ava played by Alicia Vikander (Seventh Son) and we are in the movie. Ex Machina is a movie that hits on the subject of AI and we are shown how people can be tricked. AI androids are capable of being so realistic that they can trick a person into doing things, using there looks better than actual humans. The biggest thing that made this movie good is the acting. Alicia did great job showing emotion when she had to, but withheld it at the right spots. Oscar, playing a billionaire drunk almost always and showing the fragile mind of a man who only works with androids gone mad. The story does start off very slow and builds up to a quickly climatic ending. If you’re expecting an action-packed movie with explosions, this is not your film. This also is not a movie to take your kids. Overall it’s a must see for adults. Grade B+

photos by Sal Gomez

ing funds for a memorial to honor Officer Steve Phillips.

The Police Officers Association also helps support other charities as well.

Now it's Wingsband's turn.

It's also your turn. You can buy tickets and attend the concert scheduled for May 29, 2015 at the Rose Center Theater located at 14140 All American Way in Westminster CA, 92683 at www. rosecentertheater.com or call 714-793-1150. Remember, “All you need is Love!”

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