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Affordable Housing Development in El Monte Begins Accepting Applications

by Chelsea Dickerson El Monte

Affordable housing developer Jamboree is accepting applications for The Exchange at the Gateway housing community in El Monte.

The Exchange at the Gateway is a 132-unit apartment community that offers affordable housing

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options to families which are eligible based on qualified income. The project includes 39 one-bedroom units, 50 two-bedroom units and 43 three-bedroom units for local families. This is also Jamboree’s first smoke-free community.

“The Exchange at Gateway project reflects El Monte’s continued commitment to ensuring that our families have access to safe, affordable housing options,” Mayor Andre Quintero said. “We are thankful and excited to be working with

the Jamboree Housing Corporation to see this major construction project come to fruition.”

Once completed, residents will have access to quality housing including amenities such as laundry facilities, a central courtyard with barbe-

cues, a tot lot, and outdoor seating areas. In addition, there will be a 3,350 squarefoot community building that will include a kitchen, computer lab and multipurpose room for onsite resident services, provided

by Jamboree’s Resident

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The Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority (Construction Authority) today held a dedication ceremony for the Duarte/City of Hope Station, the first in a series of dedications to celebrate the upcoming substantial completion of construction for the six-station, 11.5-mile light rail project from Pasadena to Azusa. Today’s event was attended by elected officials at all levels of government, transportation officials and hundreds of community stakeholders.

The Foothill Gold Line project, which broke ground in June 2010, is on time and on budget to be turned over to Metro for pre-revenue service in late-September 2015.

Metro anticipates starting pre-revenue service this Fall, and passenger service in

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2016. An opening date has not yet been determined.

“It is an honor to be here to thank so many of you here

today who lobbied and rallied in support of this project for over a decade and for the men and women who safely

built this project on time and on budget,” stated Habib F. Balian, CEO of the Foothill Gold Line Construction

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Student's Corner Ashley Lanuza, contributing student writer from San Gabriel Mission High School.

Does This Bug You?

Dutch Supermodel Ymre Stiekema posed for an advertisement promoting a Bugaboo stroller for Vogue magazine’s Netherland Journal. In the photo, Stiekema is running while holding a stroller containing her two year-old daughter. The photo sparked controversy, reported PopSugar journalist Rebecca Gruber. This is due to Stiekema’s attire- the “athletic” equivalent of a bikini: bra and underwear that covers as little as possible. The advertisement contains many problems.

Primarily, the fact that the advertisement is focused on a stroller doesn’t mean that the woman has to be displayed like a swimsuit model. Yes, she’s a modelbut not for the stroller! Is she being objectified, since she is a woman? The image can be taken in a lighter way, however. Admittedly,

her body looks great. She is superhumanly fit, even after pregnancy. This image can be taken in such a way of appreciating her body and how hard she has worked for it. In counteraction to this argument, and in par with the first, Bugaboo also has another image with a father pushing the strollerand he is fully clothed. He isn’t shirtless or parading a Speedo, but wearing regular workout clothes. Thus, it brings back attention to the first argument that can be made for the photo- the good old double-standard: sexism.

By putting both images side by side, it can be argued that the male is not being objectified (because the patriarchy doesn’t need that, it feels too homophobic to accept such an image), yet the female is.

It brings back to the concept that, without a smoking hot body, a woman is therefore

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The Offspring Perform in Front of Sell-Out Crowd at Orange County Fair

by Lucia Flores Costa Mesa

It was a sort of homecoming for Huntington Beachbased band The Offspring, as they returned to the Orange County Fair on July 30th to perform in front of a sold-out crowd at the Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa, CA. The Offspring, going strong since 1984, have been touring the world performing their greatest hits, plus a few new ones like “Coming For You.” Their stop in the OC was one of a few local shows they were scheduled to play that week (including a show on July 31st at the Hollywood Palladium, which was also sold out).

After a performance from opening band The Interrupters, The Offspring took the stage with as much energy as if this was 1998 and they were on tour promoting “Americana.” This year actually marks the 17th anniversary of the release of “Americana,” and they did play several songs from that album including “Pretty Fly for a White Guy,” “Why

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Don’t You Get A Job,” and “The Kids Aren’t Alright.”

And that wasn’t all; The Offspring continued pleasing their fans’ palates by performing classic hits like “Gotta Get Away,” “Bad Habit,” “Gone Away,” and “Come Out and Play (Keep

‘Em Separated).”

Ending the show with “Self Esteem,” The Offspring thanked their fans for the support through all of these years. The crowd was a mix of all ages. From young teens to grandpas, The Offspring’s music tran-

scends generations. The music never ages, as fans of the band can attest, as a capacity crowd was able to share that musical experience.

The Offspring recently kicked off their European Tour in Germany and will visit Austria, Belgium, and

the United Kingdom. For more information on The Offspring and their upcoming tour dates, please visit www.TheOffspring.com. For more information on the OC Fair and Summer Concert Series, please visit www.

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Over the last 50 years many changes have taken place all over the world, especially due in major part to technology. The one place thought to be reliable would be your local post office.

That may not necessarily be true.

I grew up and still live in Temple City and frequent the Temple City Post Office.

Of course with the passing years, things have changed just like in any organization.

However, the quality of customer service seems to be lacking. While many regular faces have retired, including our regular mailman, Ralph (we miss you so much), things just are not the same.

Besides the parking problem, the appearance of the inside of the post office appears to be in need of some TLC. Also, there are almost always not enough clerks to handle the customers. The majority of the time the line

is long, sometimes out the door into the lobby area.

Last Wednesday was the release date of the Elvis stamp. After standing in line to purchase the stamp, I was first told they had it. The clerk started going through drawers and then went in the back. As this was going on, I notice how unorganized and untidy the whole area seemed. Then the clerk returned informing me that the postmaster was off and only he could release the new stamp. She told me to come back tomorrow. This answer didn’t surprise me as I had told a friend the night before the T.C. Post Office would not have the stamp.

I thanked the clerk and proceeded to drive to the Sierra Madre Post Office to purchase the Elvis stamp, as my friend told me this post office was great. When I got to the post office, the line was short and I was greeted

with a friendly smile and warm hello from the clerk, asking if she could assist me. I asked for the Elvis stamp. The clerk informed me they had them and asked if I had placed an order for them, as she had those orders ready for pick up. I told her I had not ordered them and she said no problem, as she had ordered extra stamps knowing how popular they would be. I purchased my Elvis stamps and thanked the clerk who wished me a nice day. As I proceeded to walk out the door, I looked around this post office. It was meticulously organized and very professional looking. I realized that good customer service does still exist, as I walked to my car with a smile on my face.

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Still an Icon As Time Goes By

by Annick J. Downhower National

During a career spanning five decades, actress Ingrid Bergman won three Oscars, two Emmys, and a Tony.

August 29, 2015 will be the 100th anniversary of her birth. To commemorate this, on Thursday, August 20, PostNord Sweden and the United States Postal Service (USPS) will jointly issue stamps honoring Bergman.

The American stamp is part of the USPS’ Legends of Hollywood series.

Born in Sweden, Bergman had a successful acting career there before being brought to Hollywood by movie producer David O. Selznick. She went on to win Academy Awards for her performances in “Gaslight” (1944), “Anastasia” (1956), and “Murder on the Orient Express” (1974).

However, Bergman is most famous for her lead role opposite Humphrey Bogart in 1942’s classic “Casablanca.”

In the timeless World War II drama, she plays Ilsa, a woman torn between the two men she loves. It is Bergman’s character that makes the famous request to the piano player (played

by Dooley Wilson): “Play it, Sam. Play ‘As Time Goes By.’”

An image of Bergman from “Casablanca” is part of the artwork on the US stamp sheet.

The Forever stamp features a 1940s portrait of Bergman shot by Hollywood photographer Laszlo Willinger; the image has been digitally colorized by artist Kristen Monthei. PostNord Sweden will be issuing two stamps in honor of Bergman. The first is their adaptation of Willinger’s photo. The second is a watercolor of Bergman’s profile.

Between 4 and 7pm this Thursday, August 20, the USPS will sell first-day covers and the Swedish stamps in strips of four at a special display space in the West Hollywood Library (625 North San Vicente Blvd.). Both the US Forever stamp and one of the Swedish stamps will be on the first-day cover. These limited availability products can only be purchased at the

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West Hollywood Library display or at USPS.com.

PostNord Sweden will unveil their stamp issue on August 24 in Stockholm at the opening night screening of the documentary “Ingrid Bergman: In Her Own Words.” An additional ceremony is being planned for September at the Swedish Embassy in Washington, DC. It has not been announced if any of Bergman’s four children, who include news journalist Pia Lindstrom and actress and model Isabella Rossellini, will attend the events.

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‘Time Jockey’ Washington School

by Joe Castillo

Warriors …. The San Gabriel School lasted until a new school was built in 1889. It was promptly named George Washington School and was the only school in the San Gabriel School District. Built as one of the most ornate buildings in Southern California, the school was built on its current site at the corner of Santa Anita and Hermosa Avenues. The original San Gabriel School building was eventually sold and converted into a single-family residence. As the need for an upgraded school became apparent, plans were formulated to purchase, build and establish a new school for the children of the San Gabriel area. Choosing a location for the school became the most controversial of the planning decisions with the Old Mill Arroyo becoming the main point of contention. The Arroyo was always subject to becoming an uncontrolled roaring river as in 1884, when over 50 inches of rain poured down in the valley and roared through the foothills.

Residents of Alhambra wanted the school site to be located on the west side of the Arroyo thereby making any crossing of the possible river unnecessary by children living in the Alhambra area. San Gabriel and other communities on the East side of the Arroyo wanted the school built on the East side for the same reason.

The original San Gabriel School had been built on the west side of the Arroyo.

This time the residents living on the east side of the Arroyo won the debate as the site for the new school were selected to be east of the Arroyo. Once the site was selected, Alhambra residents bolted from the school district and formed their own school district, the Alhambra School District. The new schoolhouse was to be built at a cost of $20,000 with red sandstone, brick and redwood and would become one of the showcase buildings in the county bringing numerous visitors to take a look at its magnificent architecture and structure. In 1889, Washington School was opened to 150 students and lasted for 23 years until the growing city and population forced its demolition in 1922 when a new and larger school was built on

the same site. The entire old Washington school was completely demolished with only one memory of the old schoolhouse preserved. It was the old school bell which had rang its welcoming tones since opening day in 1889 and was now slated to be destroyed. But a save the bell campaign headed by Mrs. Dorothy Gibson and Mrs. Charles Schnoonover raised $100 in 2 weeks to save the bell. Students brought pennies, teachers gave part of their salaries and graduates made monetary gifts to keep the only thing that remained of the original Washington School. Today, 93 years later, the old school bell sits proudly in the center court of Washington School, home of the Washington Warriors, a proud mascot for a proud school…

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Authority. “This tremendous success is due in part to the grassroots support for this project and the partnership between the Foothill Gold Line cities, the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority and Metro.

In attendance at the dedi-

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Mid Mid Valley Valley News News housing, office space and even the city’s first hotel.

All within walking distance to light rail and therefore within walking distance to all of Los Angeles County.”

The Duarte/City of Hope station is located on Duarte Road, just west of Highland

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cation, please visit http:// www.foothillgoldline.org/ news/media-resources/.

About the Foothill Gold Line – The Foothill Gold Line is a nearly $2 billion, 12-station extension of the Metro Gold Line light rail system, being overseen

Services Group.

The project is currently under construction on Santa Anita Boulevard, just north of the Metro Bus Transit Station, and is expected to be completed by fall 2015.

Applications may be obtained by visiting the following website: www. theexchangeatgatewayapts. com.

Applications must be submitted with a screening fee of $40 per person for all persons 18+ and a $100 holding deposit.

Applications may be mailed or dropped off at The Exchange leasing office be-

tween 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. The office is located at the City’s Aquatic Center (11001 Mildred Street, El Monte, CA 91731).

Completion of the Exchange at Gateway is the first phase of a masterplanned, transit-oriented, mixed-use development that will ultimately include 352 market-rate apartments and 25,000 square feet of retail space.

For more information and/ or to download an application, please visit The Exchange at Gateway website: www.theexchangeatgatewayapts.com.

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Duarte Foothill Gold Line Dedication Ceremony. Courtesy Photo from Lucia and Lorena Flores

cation were dozens of local officials. Speakers included U.S. Representative Grace Napolitano, State Senator Carol Liu, Assembly Majority Floor Leader Chris R. Holden, Assemblymember Roger Hernández, Los Angeles County Supervisors and Metro Board Member Michael D. Antonovich, Metro CEO Phil Washington and City of Hope CEO Robert Stone. Metro and Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority Board Member, Duarte City Councilman John Fasana, was the event’s emcee; and Duarte Mayor Tzeitel Paras-Caracci welcomed everyone to the event and talked about the changes that are envisioned for the area near the station.

“I want everyone to look behind me and join me for a moment as we look into the future,” stated Mayor ParasCaracci. “The Gold Line has provided the city the opportunity to re-envision this area of Duarte with new

Avenue; across the street from the City of Hope National Medical Center. The station was fully revealed to the public for the first time at the dedication, including the unique artwork created by the Wisconsin-based artist team of Andrea Myklebust and Stanton Gray Sears.

Titled “Spirit of the San Gabriel River,” the artwork incorporates the City of Duarte’s history and culture and includes four handcarved Indiana Limestone sculptures, each weighing between 3,300 and 3,600 pounds, atop specialty cut metal painted pillars. On the ground below the sculptures are eight-inch-square cast bronze pavers patterned after the orange blossoms, branches and fruit reminiscent of citrus labels used to transport and sell the fruit grown in Duarte in decades past.

For more information on and images of the station, station art and today’s dedi-

Courtesy Photo from Foothill Gold Line

by the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority, an independent transportation planning and construction agency created in 1998 by the California State Legislature. The project is planned in two segments – Pasadena to Azusa and Azusa to Montclair. The Pasadena to Azusa segment is fully funded by Los Angeles County’s Measure R and is on budget and on schedule to be substantially complete in late-September 2015 when it will be turned over to Metro for prerevenue service. Measure R is funding the majority of the cost associated with the advanced engineering and environmental work currently underway for the Azusa to Montclair segment, which will ready the project for a design-build procurement in 2017. The Construction Authority is currently seeking the $1 billion needed to construct the Azusa to Montclair segment.

rendered useless.

With these arguments pitted against one another, it is implied that our world is becoming more and more complex as images become more and more confusing.

So many viewpoints can be taken, and it depends on an individual’s extremity in a certain belief (misogyny, misandry, and misanthropyfor instance) to determine what feels right or wrong.

I say “feels,” because we can’t know for sure the

intention of a company. As a creator myself, I make projects that mean one thing to me, but are interpreted differently from my audience. Similarly, Bugaboo may have wanted to objectify Stiekema or appreciate her dedication to health.

Whatever the case is, it’s important to note that opinions are opinions, and no matter how harsh or reasonable, they’re not always right- nor are they always wrong.

Rio Hondo College Wins Five-Year Student Services Grant

by William Diepenbrock Whittier

Rio Hondo College has secured a five-year U.S. Department of Education grant that will allow it to continue offering its TRIO/Student Support Services program to students who face significant challenges in post-secondary education, including firstgeneration students, low-income students and students with disabilities.

Rio Hondo competed with 1,400 other applicants for a share of nearly $290 million in federal grants – the fourth such grant it has secured since 2000. The College will receive $247,584 annually.

“This new grant is an affirmation of all the hard work our Student Support Services team does to help our students succeed in completing programs of study at Rio Hondo College,” said Superintendent/President Teresa Dreyfuss. “Now, they will be able to continue their mission for five more years.”

Jasmine Mageno, Interim Director of TRIO Programs for Rio Hondo, said the group continually refines its approach to services based on data collected about its efforts. In the coming year, the agency will adjust how it offers tutoring services, hold more workshops to support

students holistically and revise its marketing approach to ensure students know about the opportunities available to them through TRIO. “Rio Hondo College’s mission is to help students as they pursue their college and career dreams. TRiO/ Student Support Services helps make those dreams a reality for hundreds of our students who need the most support,” said Board of Trustees President Madeline Shapiro.

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Entertainment Corner

Summer Concert Series: Concerts on the Green Warner Park

by Sal Gomez Woodland Hills

Continuing the summer concerts in the park series we visit Concerts on the Green at the Lou Bredlow Pavilion located at Warner Park in Woodland Hills.

Fernando Valley for the last 40 years, since its inception in 1975. A wonderful bucolic location with plenty of grass covered picnic areas and generous portions

Cultural Center presented the Beatles Tribute Band “Ticket to Ride” who entertained the massive crowd of attendees with a blistering rendition of Beatles classics

that also included costume changes, taking the audience on a journey through the Beatles history. And the

closing performance of “Hey Jude” had everyone on their feet as they swayed and sang along...a moment that would have made every Beatlemaniac proud.

The Valley Cultural Center also prides itself in showcasing new and undiscovered talent and that night was no exception.

The teen band Breaking 27 opened the evening with outstanding renditions of classic rock music by Janis Joplin & The Doors as well as originals like “Mansion” and “Tear in My Heart.”

Each member of Breaking 21 seemed immensely talented with great stage presence, especially the bands lead singer Annika, who seems to be an “old rock and roll soul”...and she's only 13. Look this band up and listen to their music. Big things could be headed their way.

For more information of Ticket to Ride, visit their Facebook page at “Ticket to Ride – A Tribute to The

they gave a strong voice to a silenced generation that was oppressed by not having a voice. Following the gigantic rise and fall of N.W.A., “Straight Outta Compton” tells the great story of how these youngsters revolutionized music and pop culture the moment they told the world the truth about life in the hood and ignited a cultural war with everyone including the police. The cities of Los Angeles burned with protest of the unfair treatment of minorities and to this day is still a big problem in our society. “Straight Outta Compton” is directed

by F. Gary Gray. He is the director of Ice Cube’s movie “Friday” and has made other films like “Italian Job” and “The Negotiator.” Gray did a fantastic job directing this film and he really showed Compton as the birthplace of the rap genre. The film stars new actors that were picked so that they were not associated with previous films. Ice Cube’s son O’Shea Jackson Jr. auditioned for the role like every other actor and had to work hard. Dr. Dre is portrayed by Corey Hawkins who has minor roles in other films like “Non-Stop” and “Iron Man 3.” The late Eazy-E is portrayed

by Jason Mitchell who has been in “Contraband” and “Broken City.” These actors

did an amazing job portraying the iconic legends who were the N.W.A. rap group.

There are many appearances of other known rappers that make the film more enjoyable and it’s amazing to see all the hardship the group faced and went through.

photos by Sal Gomez

Organized and presented by the Valley Cultural Center, Concerts on the Green has been a part of the San

of lush canopied trees as protection from the summer sun.

Recently the Valley

Straight Outta Compton

Beatles.

For more information on Breaking 21, visit them on the web at: www.breaking27.com

photos by Sal Gomez

by Glen Maldonado National

In the 1980s, the streets of Compton, California, were some of the most dangerous in the country. When five young men joined to make a

group, they translated their experiences growing up into brutally honest music that rebelled against abusive authority from the police, and

“Straight Outta Compton” is a biopic that leaves wanting more and gives you the history of the rap group N.W.A. in scenarios of discrimination that are still happening today. Grade A, award level Oscar.

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A Glance into the Future of Toyota’s Hydrogen Mirai

by Devette Johnson and Glen Maldonado El Monte

The Toyota Mirai will be coming to Longo Toyota in late 2015. It is a California zero emission vehicle with horse power of 153, and with a full tank of hydrogen, it can go more than 300 miles in range. It takes about 5 minutes to refuel, and currently there are very few stations to refuel. But by 2016, station numbers will triple. The Mirai is more on the luxury side. It has a push-button keyless start system, 8 way heated seats with a heated steering wheel, and noise reduced glass. It also has a premium audio system with HD radio built in with JBL speakers, touch

screen controls for controlling the air conditioning and heated seats. All lights in the vehicle are LED and the outside mirrors are heated and have power folding. Safety, like in all Toyota cars, is at the highest caliber as the Mirari has 8 SRS airbags, a blind spot monitor, a backup camera, and a rear crosstraffic alert. Also, Mirari has multiple safety features to monitor the hydrogen in the car of course. This car also allows you to have a California white HOV carpool sticker, to allow a single person in the carpool lanes.

The sleek body style reminds you of the Lexus GS 300 in the front and the tail end has a style of its own.

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try and compare the rear end to another car, it would be close to the new Toyota Corolla but not exactly the same. Of course this is just our opinion, but if you saw this car on the road you would look twice. From first glance you would not think this was a hydro fuel cell car. The only indication that it is a hydro fuel cell car is the badge on the car. Our hats off to Toyota for a great looking car.

As soon as you enter the car, you feel good. The acceleration was better than we thought it would be for an electric engine. It also features a sport mode if you want to go faster. The drive was nice and smooth; it felt more like a Lexus then a Chevy Volt to me. The HD radio was good and the stations were coming in crystal clear, in cd quality. The back is spacious too, but only has 2 seats. There is an island

in the middle for an armrest and cup holding. We like the drive and in the future, we would consider this car when we shop around.

As technology changes for electric and hybrid cars, the automakers are taking in consideration the style, mileage, safety and the ride.

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By Joe Torosian

Temple City American Youth Soccer Organization Ready For 2015 Season

by Joe Torosian El Monte

I took some heat from a friend this past week when I said I have more faith that Santa Clause will come down my chimney this Christmas than the Dodgers making it to the World Series this fall.

You can drop me a line if you like, and tell me why I’m wrong, but this Dodger team doesn’t inspire me.

Perhaps it’s because they don’t have any inspirational players. Now you could say Clayton Kershaw is inspirational, great pitcher, great human being, but he only pitches every fifth day.

I risk further alienation from my friends with this next line (but it is what I believe), the San Francisco Giants will win the National League West.

MidBits: *** Former APU All American running back Terrell Watson broke off a 26yard run in his professional debut for the Cincinnati Bengals over the weekend. *** Philadelphia Eagles fans gave Tim Tebow a standing ovation after driving the team to a late touchdown in Sunday’s 36-10 win over the Indianapolis Colts. It was Tebow’s first game since 2012 when he was a member of the New York Jets. *** Latest reports leaking from the NFL have the Rams coming back to Los Angeles but an effort is being made to have the Oakland Raiders join them in the new stadium to be built in Inglewood.

Fantasy Football Draft Tip: New York Giants running back Shane Vereen. *** Speaking of the New York Giants, they are paying back up quarterback Ricky Stanzi $645,000 this season. Stanzi is in the fifth year of his NFL career and has yet to throw a pass in a game. This supports my theory that the greatest job in America is third string quarterback in the NFL. Happy Birthday this week to: 8/20: Long time area sportswriter Steve Ramirez, “Stevie R.” turns 54. He is one of the best people you will ever meet.

8/22: Temple City/APU standout Dusty Sanderson turns 24.

8/22: Former Arcadia quarterback Nick Ponce turns 26.

8/23: El Monte alum Jeff Burch turns 51.

8/24: Mid Valley News staffer Brad Healy turns

young.

(If you have a sports birthday you’d like acknowledged drop me a line at the address below): Contact Joe at joe@ midvalleysports.com Follow Joe at @joet13b on Twitter Like “The Joe Show” on Facebook Listen to “The Joe Show” every Wednesday (6P.M.) at www.midvalleyradio.net

Practices have begun, the soccer season is coming.Photo by Joe T.

The Temple City AYSO Region 98 is ready for its 2015 kick-off this fall. The teams have been drafted and practices have begun.

Volunteers recently worked very hard to mark out and line seven different soccer fields that will be used at Temple City’s Live Oak Park.

There will be a team parent meeting tonight (August 19th) at the Live Oak Community Center starting at 7:P.M. Temple City AYSO is also offering referee training classes as well as service hours for high school students.

See information on the website: www.ayso98.org

Mid Valley Spotlight: Monrovia QB Asaph Zamora

by Joe Torosian El Monte

Asaph Zamora: Monrovia QB, Sr., 5-11/165 2014 Stats: 115-completions/210attempts, 2,151 yards, 24 touchdowns, 10 interceptions Quarterback was a major

concern for the Wildcat faithful coming into last season, but Zamora quickly eased the fears with a break out year. He threw for nearly 2,200 yards while leading Monrovia to a Rio Hondo League title and into the

Asaph Zamora. Photo by Tim Peterson

second round of the Central Division playoffs.

The Cats could always run the ball but with Zamora behind center, the passing attack is dangerous as well.

With a year of experience under his belt and his con-

fidence growing by the day, 2015 should be even better.

Zamora and the Wildcats are looking to a return to the title game.

January August 19, 07, 2015

The Peterson Principle

By Tim Peterson

What other sport is there where you have to work out for a couple of hours in triple digit temperatures while wearing a helmet and a full set of Body Armor?

Sure, baseball is played in the summer (mostly on the professional level) and sometimes the thermometer will hit 100 but you're playing in a cotton uniform and a baseball cap. And you can relax after three outs every few minutes for seven or even nine innings.

In football you're playing in searing heat while wearing full head gear and pads without continuous breaks.

It can be brutal. Make no mistake, football is survival of the fittest.

Saturday was a good example of that as Cal was out at Dick Torres Stadium at Pioneer High School in heat that felt more like 105.

“Well you'll never have to practice in that type of heat again,” Cal head coach Kyle Trudell encouraged his troops after practice. “You played in it and you survived.”

Coaches will tell you that games in December are won in the heat of August. And if you survive July and August you'll make it to December.

As far as Cal goes, the Condors have good size along the lines and some quality skill players. Their overall numbers are solid as well. A third place team in the Del Rio last year, Cal looks like a team ready to take that next step.

Do I like La Serna as the league favorite? Based on history yes and there's nothing that says the Lancers will fall off in 2015. Margarito Beltran says they have been working hard and are ready to compete.

Jonathan Ceballos looks like the guy that will replace Enrique Pacheco at quarterback. He has a nice target to throw to in another Jonathan – Wise - who had close to 600 yards receiving a year ago.

Anthony Garcia (693 yards rushing, 300 yards receiving) is back as well.

It's hard to bet against the Lancers. Remember this is a team that beat St. Francis last year in the playoffs before falling to Southeast champion Crescenta Valley by only three.

Not hearing much out of Santa Fe...

The most interesting teams in the Southeast might be the ones not in our Top 10. Muir, Burroughs, Harvard Westlake, Dominguez, Paramount, Bellflower, Mayfair and Norwalk all didn't make the cut. These are all potential playoff teams.

When was the last time Muir wasn't in a preseason Top 10?

And really, what's up with El Rancho? I'm getting

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Keane leads Galaxy Over Dallas

by Tim Peterson Carson

mixed messages. Is it still true that you haven't been hit until you've been hit by “The Ranch?”

That’s my principle Tim can be reached at tim@ midvalleysports.com or on Twitter @tspeterson40

Robbie Keane scored twice to lead the Los Angeles

Galaxy to a 2-1 win over FC Dallas Saturday night.

Both goals came in the second half.

Down 1-0, Keane took a pass from Robbie Rogers in the box and headed it into the left corner in the 51st minute.

The game winner came in the 55th minute when Keane headed one home off a chip from Giovani dos Santos.

The Galaxy improved to 12-7-7 with the victory.

Next up for LA is a home game next Sunday against New York City Robbie Keane. Photo FC.

by Duane Barker

Picture of The Week When you think of football you think of: sweat, weights, helmets, pads, grass and the hot sun. What fans don’t know, or realize, is a whole lot of work is done in the classroom and in film study. This shot shows the Baldwin Park Braves football team getting ready for a session from new offensive coordinator Brian Tabatabai. Photo Courtesy of Brian Tabatabai

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into Summer Break CROSSWORD Crossword Puzzle solution in issue 08.26.15

Sudoku What's in the Stars??

Solution for Sudoku in issue 08.26.15

Aries Maintain your integrity, Aries.

Other people may suspect your motives, so make sure you give them no reason to doubt you. Be confident in your actions and follow through with your promises.

Taurus Slow and steady actions are likely to win the race today, Taurus. Unexpected situations may crop up to throw you off course, but don’t let them.

Gemini If you don’t agree with what the group is doing today, Gemini, don’t feel like you have to join in.

Cancer

CELEBRITIES ACROSS 1. Assists, usually in some wrongdoing 6. O in XOXO 9. Pro follower 13. Policeman's club in India 14. Australia's version of ostrich 15. Floor it?

16. *NHL Legend Bobby Orr 17. Dashboard acronym 18. Administer an oil 19. *Beliebers' object of affection 21. *Jay-Z's other half 23. Facsimile 24. Top-rated 25. Trinitrotoluene 28. Huey, Dewey or Louie 30. What concert crew member does?

35. Agitate 37. *Republican Karl 39. Saddam Hussein's Islam 40. Iris container 41. *"Gossip Girl" 43. Explore by touch 44. Mutilates 46. Affirm 47. *ESPN's Bayless 48. Correspondence friend 50. *Underwood or Clarkson 52. 7th letter of Greek alphabet 53. "____ we forget" 55. Mom-to-be's date 57. *"Friend" in the tabloids 61. *1976 Olympic decathlon champion 64. Request for Santa Baby 65. *Eisenhower's nickname 67. Wing it 69. Imposter 70. Orchestra's spot 71. Mia ____ 72. Original home of the Saxons 73. Emergency responder 74. Approvals

DOWN 1. Vatican vestment 2. Tip of a fishhook 3. Purse to go with gown 4. Rick Riordan's "The Lightning _____" 5. *Stand-up comedian who goes by one name 6. München mister 7. Strike caller 8. Louisiana culinary staple 9. a.k.a. "The Biggest Little City in the World" 10. Seaport in Yemen 11. Barber's supply 12. On the safe side, at sea 15. Employees, e.g.

20. Land beyond suburb 22. Junior rank of commissioned officer 24. Scandinavian liquor 25. *Presidential candidate 26. Less bright then supernovae 27. In connection with something relevant 29. RC, e.g.

31. Male sheep in Britain, pl.

32. Above "Don't tread on me" 33. Without illumination 34. *Princess' little sister 36. "A Christmas Story" leg 38. Augmented 42. Lose ground 45. Chips variety 49. *He played a wolf in a suit 51. Cause for a trip to insane asylum 54. "____ hunt" or "fool's errand" 56. Empower 57. Pharaoh' cobras 58. *Neil Armstrong's employer 59. Wild goat 60. Uncontrolled swerve 61. New York ball players 62. Building extensions 63. Ready for picking 66. *Khloé's sister 68. Art degrees

Get the rest you need, Cancer. Prevent sickness and maintain full control of your mind and body by making sure you get the proper amount of sleep.

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Leo Don’t poke your nose into other people’s business today, Leo. Give others their space and let them work things out for themselves. Don’t feel like you have to gain the attention of everyone.

Virgo Ask for what you need, Virgo, and you will get it. Don’t wait around for the rewards to come to you.

Libra Watch the sunrise today, Libra. Open your eyes to the beauty around you and let it inspire you to take action.

Someone may be trying to throw you a curve ball, so be ready.

Scorpio Get in touch with a friend you haven’t heard from in a while, Scorpio. Someone is waiting to hear from you.

Sagittarius Mind your manners, Sagittarius, and open doors that you’ve never opened before.

Maintain your principles and integrity as you venture forth into worlds unknown.

Capricorn You may go in many different directions today, Capricorn, so try to stay focused.

Aquarius Your actions may take a sudden turn today, Aquarius, so beware. This may seem like an annoying bend in the road at first, but if you keep walking, you’ll see that this course of action is exactly the one you need to take.

Pisces You’re able to get quite a bit accomplished today, Pisces, as long as you’re the one taking action.

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August 19, 2015 TRUSTEE SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-640055-CL Order No.: 140201939-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/29/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): QUYEN T. TANG, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 2/3/2005 as Instrument No. 05 0261679 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 9/10/2015 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $101,988.17 The purported property address is: 3151 POTRERO AVE, EL MONTE, CA 91733-1267 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8581-013-026 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one

mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA14-640055-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888988-6736 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

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Mirai continued from page 9

slight delay in the acceleration, but once it engages the gas and not the electric motor it’s pretty quick. As you drive the Mirai and give it full throttle there’s no delay, which made it fun to drive.

It would have been nice to try this car on the freeway to test it at a dead stop to acceleration, but our test gave us a great mini simulation. Over all this car can be a great alternative for some commuters. It is projected to get 67 miles per gallon

equivalent to gas mileage and estimated driving range rating of 312 miles on a single tank of hydrogen fuel.

The only down fall for this car is that there are very few hydrogen filling stations.

Thank you Longo Toyota for giving Mid Valley News a great opportunity to testdrive another alternative to gas fueled cars. The selection of great looking and more mileage efficient cars are on the horizon.

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Mid Valley News TRUSTEE SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-651412-CL Order No.: 100726103-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/23/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): EUGENIA JAVANA CATALAN, A SINGLE WOMAN Recorded: 1/31/2007 as Instrument No. 20070205000 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 9/10/2015 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $708,621.70 The purported property address is: 11413 ELLIOTT AVENUE, EL MONTE, CA 91732 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8 105-011-103 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same

lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA14-651412-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888988-6736 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

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NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2015206897. ORIGINAL FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: C & C INVESTMENT 1635 W. CHETNEY DRIVE WEST COVINA, CA 91790 LA COUNTY. Registered Owner(s): COSIO, INC 1635 W. CHETNEY DRIVE WEST COVINA, CA 91790 LA COUNTY. This business is conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name on COSIO, PRESIDENT, EDWARD M COSIO. 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.

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NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2015196066. ORIGINAL FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ED & MELI DELIGHTS 10669 FOIX AVE. NORWALK, CA 90650 LA COUNTY. Registered Owner(s): MELISSA ROCHA 10669 FOIX AVE. NORWALK, CA 90650 LA COUNTY. EDUARDO CLEMENTE 2844 WEST AVE. 34 LOS ANGELES CA, 90065 LA COUNTY. This business is conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name on ED & MELI DELIGHTS, GENERAL PARTNER, MELISSA ROCHA. 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.

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City Council Approves Stage IV Declaration of El Monte's Water Conservation Plan

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NOTICE OF PETITION OF NAME CHANGE PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES019153 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: GABRIEL LUKE AYALA filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: GABRIEL LUKE AYALA to LUKE ARAGON. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING on SEPTEMBER 11, 2015 at 8:30am in Dept.

J 4R Floor, Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Superior Court, East District, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this County: Mid Valley News Dated: Jul 17, 2015 Sherri R. Carter, Executive Officer/ Clerk

By Sylvia Martinez, Deputy Of The Superior Court Note: When a Petition for Change of Name has been filed for a child and the other parent, if living does not join in consenting to the name change, the petitioner must have a notice of the time and place of the hearing or a copy of the Order to Show Cause served on the other parent not less than 30 days prior to the hearing under Code of Civil Procedure Section 413.10, 414.10, 415.10, or 415.40. If a petition to change the name of a child has been filed by a guardian, the guardian must (1) provide notice of the hearing to any living parent of the child by personal service at least 30 days before hearing, or (2) if either or both parents are deceased or cannot be located, serve notice of the hearing on the child’s grandparents, if living and not less than 30 days before the hearing under Code of Civil Procedure section 413.10, 414.10, 415.10, or 415.40 (This note is included for the information of the petitioner and shall not be included in the Order to Show Cause published in the Newspaper).

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In consideration of the state of California’s continued drought and its severe impact on finite municipal water resources, El Monte City Councilmembers approved a resolution declaring State IV of the El Monte’s Drought Response Conservation Plan at a City Council Meeting held on Aug. 4.

The City’s water rate is approximately 52 gallons of water used per person per day, which is about 60 percent less than the water usage rates of adjacent cities. This has been achieved through a variety of conservation efforts, including reducing watering at City parks by 33 percent and eliminating the practice of watering grass in street medians.

“California’s persistent drought conditions affect every person in this state, including all of us here in El Monte,” said Mayor Andre Quintero. “As this severe drought continues, it is becoming increasingly important that we use our water frugally. We need to make sure we are protecting this incredibly valuable resource.”

This declaration will prohibit use of water to irrigate turf on public street medians, institute new watering days at residences and adopt an emergency conservation regulation strategy to ensure water conservation.

“The Governor has made it clear that this drought is serious enough to declare emergency water conserva-

tion,” Mayor Pro Tem Bart Patel said. “As a City, we need to take a look and see if there are innovative practices we can put into place in order to eliminate all non-essential watering. I am quite confident our City has already made strides to reduce water use and that we will exceed our goal.”

Due to emergency drought conditions persisting throughout California, the State Water Resources Control Board adopted an emergency regulation requiring an immediate 25 percent reduction in overall drinking urban water use statewide in accordance with Gov. Jerry Brown’s Executive Order.

“Our water is too valuable to waste, and I have longsupported increased conservation measures in the City,” said Councilwoman Victoria Martinez. “Our City has already instituted some of the best practices mandated by the State, but we can always do more to protect water resources during this historic drought.”

As part of this ordinance, outdoor irrigation of landscape by sprinklers will be limited. New rules will permit sprinkler watering only on Mondays and Thursdays for street addresses with an “even” last digit. Outdoor irrigation by sprinklers is permitted only on Tuesdays and Fridays for those locations having a street address with an “odd” last digit.

Sprinklers can only be set for a duration less than 15 minutes.

“As I drive through

El Monte, it is clear that residents have already done their part to conserve water,” said Councilwoman Norma Macias. “Though we are reducing water days, these restrictions will provide enough water for our plants to continue to thrive. The City’s recent effort to encourage tree planting will also help reduce water by enhancing our shade cover.”

Declaration of Stage IV of the City’s Drought Response Conservation Plan will include the following new rules: • Hosing off sidewalks, driveways and parking areas is prohibited, except to properly dispose of dangerous substances or wash away spills that present a hazard • Leaks must be repaired within 72 hours • No outdoor irrigation shall take place between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

• Pools and spas with covers shall be covered when not in use to minimize water evaporation The City will actively encourage residents to conserve water by planting water-wise plants, using drip irrigation and utilizing the City’s free-mulch program.

“We know that our residents will step up and continue to conserve water to meet the State mandates,” said Councilman Juventino “J” Gomez. “We are going to make it a priority to proactively reach out to our community so they are aware of the new restrictions.”

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August 19, 2015

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El Monte City School Community Report

El Monte City School District It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2015-16 school year in the El Monte City School 3540 N. Lexington Ave. District. As summer begins to wind down, it is with much enthusiasm that I look forward to El Monte, CA 91731 the beginning of a new academic year and anticipate much success. Our success would be (626) 453-3700 not be possible without our talented and hard-working teachers, certificated and classified More info on the staff and administrative leaders, who have helped shape a foundation of collaboration, trust and innovation as we ensure the well-being and achievement of every student who is Dr. Maribel Garcia, EMCSD Superintendent entrusted to us.

Under the leadership of our Board, EMCSD has honored its commitment to meet the needs of at www.emcsd.org students through a focused instructional program. The District’s sound budget, which incorporates the state’s EMCSD new funding formula, prioritizes the needs of all students, particularly English learners, foster children and Board of Education economically disadvantaged students. Under the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), now in its secRoberto “Bob” Cruz ond year, we are investing over $15 million to reduce class sizes, expand the music program throughout the President district, broaden student mental health services, add counselors, library and computer lab support, strengthCathi Eredia en technology support, and create STEM summer classes. We have also maintained our focus on providing Vice-President quality learning facilities (most recently a beautiful new two story building at Durfee School) and classrooms Elizabeth Rivas throughout the district to support students in acquiring 21st century skills.

As always, we greatly appreciate the support of our community in our endeavors to continually build a culture of high expectations and create opportunities for every student we serve.

- Maribel Garcia , Superintendent

EMCSD 2015-2016 Calendar Teacher In-service Day First Day of School Labor Day Student Free Day Veteran’s Day Prof. Dev. Days Thanksgiving Holiday Winter Break Martin L. King Holiday Lincoln’s Birthday Presidents Day Student Free Day Prof. Dev. Days Good Friday Spring Break Memorial Day Last Day of School

Monday, August 24 Tuesday, August 25 Monday, September 7 Monday, October 5 Wednesday, November 11 October 12-14 (Dismissal -11:30) November 23-27 December 21-January 1 Monday, January 18 Monday, February 8 Monday, February 15 Monday, February 29 March 14-16 (Dismissal -11:30) Friday, March 25 March 28-April 1 Monday, May 30 Friday, June 10

Thursdays are consolidated days.

Back–to-School Night is a consolidated day.

Open House is a consolidated day.

EMCSD Cabinet Members Dr. Maribel Garcia Superintendent

Kristinn Olafsson

Deputy Superintendent, Business Services

Mike Raymond

Clerk Jessica Ancona Member Jennifer Cobian Member School starts at 8:00am

Regular Consolidated Dismissal Day

Assistant Superintendent, Personnel

1st-3rd 2:15

1:15

Cynthia Traino

4th-6th 2:30

1:30

7th-8th 2:45

2:45

Assistant Superintendent,

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