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Thursday, January 22, 2015 - January 28, 2015
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Gold Line Maintenance & Operations Yard Nears Completion in Monrovia
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L.A. County Democratic Party Endorses Jacque Robinson for Pasadena Mayor
BY SUSAN MOTANDER
At the Los Angeles County Democratic Party (LACDP) January Meeting, LACDP Members voted to endorse Jacque Robinson for Mayor of the city of P. 17 Pasadena.
SPORTS
Pasadena’s Bulldogs v. Arcadia’s Apaches
Both soccer teams stepped onto the field with undefeated records this past Friday, Jan. 16; however, after 90 minutes, Pasadena High emerged as the only undefeated team left in P. 15
ENTERTAINMENT
Say Cheese! To French Cheese, That Is
With the San Gabriel Mountains as a backdrop, the Gold Line’s $265 million Construction and Maintenance Yard is coming to life in Monrovia
There is a revolution occurring throughout the United States. This revolution is not fought with swords and metal armor; instead, it is a food revolution. The revolutionaries P. 9
BUSINESS
Dish Network, Fox Negotiate Deal After Three Week Blackout
Following a three week contract dispute and network blackout, Fox has returned to Dish Network, after the two parties came to a multi-year agreement. P. 13 The blackout went into
NICK'S POLITICS
How Starbucks Hopes to Profit from MLK Day
According to an article published by the Boston Globe in 2011, sales of the Frappuccino make up roughly a fifth of Starbuck’s revenue. Possibly to counter a reputation as a venue that makes 20% P. 14 of its money in what are leap into summer!
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or months workers have been swarming over the construction site along Evergreen Avenue between California and Shamrock. Huge buildings
have risen and nearly six miles of rail track have been laid on the 26-acre site. Slowly the Gold Line’s $265 million Construction and Maintenance Yard is coming to life.
- Photo by Terry Miller
The site will provide storage space for as many as 84 light rail vehicles when they are not in use. In addition, the facility will SEE PG. 24
Shakeup at Pasadena City Hall
Two Directors "Fired Without Cause" in Fallout from Embezzlement Scandal Part 1
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BY NICK KIPLEY
uesday, following continued public outcry, Pasadena Finance Director Andrew Green and Public Works Director Siobhan Foster were “fired without cause” according to William Boyer, Pasadena’s Public Information officer. City Manager Michael Beck made the decision after the two directors allowed $6.4 million dollars to be embezzled on their watch. Former DPW employee Danny Ray Wooten, 51, is accused of embezzling $6.4 million from a City Hall fund generated by a surtax on residents’ electricity bills. The funds are supposed to be used for beautifying the city by undergrounding utility lines. Wooten allegedly funneled $3.5 million from the fund to Altadena-based contractor Tyrone Collins, and $2.8 million to
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Pasadena City Manager Michael Beck and former Public Works Director Siobhan Foster - Photo by Terry Miller Inset: Pasadena former Director of Finance Andy Green (Courtesy Photo)
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Those of you who are regulars and long-timers will remember that last year I strongly suggested that you attend a one-man show by Duffy Hudson at the Arcadia Library. Many of you did. All who did enjoyed. Well, if you liked Duffy Hudson performing as the unforgettable George Burns alive again, have I got great news for you!! Duffy will return to the Arcadia Library's Cay Mortenson Auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015 to do another one-man show, this one portraying Albert Einstein in 2015. Now I know Einstein might not sound quite as entertaining as Burns, but I've seen Duffy do Edgar Allen Poe and Christmas Carol besides George Burns.
Duffy Hudson's one-man shows are equally entertaining regardless of the characters he portrays. Mark your calendars now and I'll see you there. The show starts at 7:00 p.m. Doors open 6:30 p.m. The admission will be free to members of the Friends of the Arcadia Library. Tickets will cost $10.00 to non-members. OR BETTER YET, join the Friends on site for a $10 Individual, $15 Patron, $25 Family or $200 Lifetime membership fee. Then you'll gain "Free" admission to the show and share the pleasure of being a member of the Friends who support the Library. Also and meanwhile, don't forget to stop by the Gilb Museum of Arcadia
Heritage to view the work of my favorite editor and photographer, Terry Miller. Terry has worked in photojournalism for thirty plus years and won numerous awards. The Arcadia exhibit shows some rare and extraordinary images of politicians behind the scenes as well as his images of some of life's more difficult and complex issues. The exhibit runs Jan. 17—Mar. 14. Personally, I'm looking forward to both Hudson and Miller. Not to mention that I'm always happy to run into my readers. Hope to see you at Arcadia Public Library, 20 W. Duarte Rd., Arcadia and Gilb Museum of Heritage, 380 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia (directly behind the Community Center).
LASD Detectives Seeking the Public's Assistance In Identifying Two Burglary Suspects Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Temple Station Detectives are seeking the publics help in identifying two suspects that committed a residential burglary in the unincorporated area of Arcadia. On Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015, at approximately 1:29 p.m., deputies responded to a burglary in progress in the 9600 block of Camino Real, City of Arcadia. The victim had called Temple Station in response to an
alert received by a remote home monitoring system. The monitoring system was able to record the suspects as they entered the victim’s residence. It was determined a residential burglary had taken place and the two suspects were gone prior to the arrival of responding deputies. The recordings were obtained and detectives are seeking public help in identifying the two suspects.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Temple Station Detective Butler at (626) 285-7171. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http:// lacrimestoppers.org.
Deadline for Council Filing Extended in Monrovia BY SUSAN MOTANDER
Since Council Member Tom Adams filed to run for Mayor rather than reelection, the filing period for his council seat was extended from Friday, Jan. 16, to Wednesday, Jan. 21.
While nine people pulled the necessary paperwork to run for the Council, only three have completed the filing process including the other incumbent, Becky Shevlin.
Since Mayor Mary Ann Lutz has filed for reelection, and since two others, including Adams, have filed for that office, the filing period for Mayor will close this Friday, Jan. 23.
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League of Women Voters to Moderate Forum on Jan. 26 The Pasadena Education Network (PEN), the PTA Council of Pasadena Unified School District, and the Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) host a PUSD Board of Education candidate forum on Monday, Jan. 26 at McKinley Library, 325 South Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena at 7:15 p.m. Moderated by the League of Women Voters, candidates will have an opportunity to introduce themselves and respond to written questions from the audience. Candidates vying for Seat 2 are Roy Boulghourjian and Marcela Rojas; Seat 4 are Pat Cahalan and Sheryl Turner; and Seat 6 are Sandra Siraganian and Larry Torres. “Whether voters have children in the Pasadena Unified School District or not, this election impacts all of us,” said Larry O’Brien, Chair of PEN’s Board of Directors. “We all have a civic responsibility to ensure that every child reaches their full potential. Our
school district, today and in the future, has a direct impact on our children, our future work force, and our community as a whole.” The Pasadena Education Network is a network of more than 1,000 parents who support and send their children to PUSD schools. PEN provides services to help parents discover, explore, and evaluate their public school options as well as become actively involved in their schools and the district. The Pasadena Educational Foundation is a nonprofit organization that advocates for public education, engages the community, and develops resources to support excellent education for every PUSD student. The PTA Council of PUSD is a 6,000 member organization comprised of 24 unit Parent Teacher Student Associations throughout the PUSD. PTA Council's mission is to serve all children in the district by providing membership, leadership, and programming support to its member units.
Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena) has introduced Assembly Bill 148 to offer an alternative solution to school construction funding in both K- 12 grades and community colleges. “California schools are in terrible shape and lack the funds to make necessary repairs. Toilets are clogged, roofs leak, and students swelter in hot classrooms. The Governor’s budget proposal does not provide a sustainable solution for our children. AB 148 will begin discussions about the future of school financing, which may include both bond financing or tax financing, and also streamline the state
facilities program, which is currently a burdensome layer of bureaucracy,” said Assemblymember Holden. “The time to modernize and build our school facilities is now while the economy is in good shape. Without repairing and updating our schools, we are leaving our children in unsafe classrooms that jeopardize their futures,” added Holden. “I look forward to working with my colleagues in the Legislature to adopt a sustainable school facilities plan that improves learning and teaching conditions in California’s public schools. Let’s get the job done.”
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A VICTORY FOR PRESERVATION! Dear Editor: What a joy to read about the victory of Residents for the Preservation of Sierra Madre regarding a Planning Commission decision on the 1 Carter development. I am unaware of just what type of house had been proposed but it sounds like it would have been an added insult to the already compromised natural beauty of the area. Although the lovely natural mountain area there has been cut and graded, hopefully the added insult of towering hulks of houses can at least be prevented at that location and all others in the city. It is wonderful that citizens have united to protect the beautiful city of Sierra Madre and the Highland Oaks area of Arcadia. For years, every resident of this area, as well as myself, has been sickened by the destruction of Arcadia, largely between Santa Anita and Baldwin Avenue south of Duarte Road. Our San Gabriel Mountains are being blocked from our views by monster houses. Neighboring lots have huge two-story houses on lots too small for them, with their windows peering down into our backyards and our views and our sunlight diminished by the shade of the "monsters." As for "property
rights": Just pass the proper regulatory ordinances that will prevent decimation of neighborhoods and then, with those ordinances in place, prospective buyers can go elsewhere if they do not like the rules. -Linda Cooper Smith PRESERVE SIERRA MADRE!
If ever there was a misnaming of a group of Sierra Madre citizens it certainly is the name that they have adopted. This kind of thinking is nothing new to our City. They can only think of "there are new homes and that this is bad for our City." This fact is that new homes have and are being built all around constantly and this in no way is harmful. The areas that they are talking about have been a part of the City for almost a century under private ownership. Do these owners have the right to build on their property? The answer is absolutely! There is only one home trying to obtain approval so that they can build. The only reason that is subject to this exercise is because of the Hillside Ordinance, which was originally adopted for the Canyon area which has lot sizes as small as 25 x 60 feet and any number of geographical problems. If this home was located anywhere else in town then a conditional use permit would not be required and the permit
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could be obtained at the Building Department counter. On the subject of water, the limited amount of rain that we have received up until now still is 75% above normal, so we are recovering from the drought. Aside from this, the City and the people's conservation has resulted in a 9,000 acre feet of build-up in our aquifer. No water shortage and enough surplus to allow a home to be built. If this group would spend their time and energy doing something positive to preserve our City first, take care of their own property, and volunteer to help the various volunteer groups in town, such as the Historical Society, the Library, the 4th of July committee, the Mountain Wilson Trail Maintenance, the Rose Float Committee, just to name a few. Help your neighbors and be sure to purchase your needs from the stores and restaurants in the City. Go to the Sierra Madre Playhouse. These are the positive things that make our City great. In other words - "Accent the positive and eliminate the negative." Become a builder and stop trying to deny others from their own property rights. If all else fails, go to church and help out there, and remember to love thy neighbor as you love yourself. - Sierra Madre Watchman
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How to Sell High: Avoid these Three Mistakes When Selling Your Home Alhambra - When you decide to sell your home, setting your optimal asking price is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Price is often the first thing a prospective buyer sees, and many homes are passed over as “not in our price range” before the home even has a chance of being shown. Your asking price is often your home’s “first impression,” and if you want to realize the most money you can for your home, it’s imperative that you make an excellent first impression. This is not as easy as it sounds,
and pricing strategy should not be taken lightly. Pricing too high can be as costly to a homeseller as pricing too low. Comparing against what other homes in your neighborhood have sold for is only a small part of the process, and by itself is not nearly enough to help you make the best decision. A recently study, which compiles 10 years of industry research, has resulted in a new special report entitled “Homesellers: How to Get the Price You Want (and Need).” This report will help you understand pricing strategy from three
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Caspar, the Friendly Cat! BY DARLENE PAPA
To focus on those in our community who care for unwanted animals, we are highlighting here the work that animal rescue organizations and individuals do in helping homeless pets find homes. They are MAKING A DIFFERENCE, ONE PET AT A TIME . . . The email came in early November, right at the start of the holiday season--a very friendly stray found in a dangerous, outdoor, Mission Hills area. He was a large, white, flame point, blue-eyed male. “What should we do?” the message asked. The finders could not keep him, but were feeding him until he could be rehomed. We advised them to find out if he was microchipped. They did. He was. They contacted the original owner, but they had moved
and said they gave him to a neighbor. The neighbor said they “did not want him anymore.” Although Lifeline was overloaded with cats and kittens, after several texts we agreed to help, thinking that since he was so friendly and gorgeous, he would be adopted quickly. In early December, after a routine health check by our vet came out negative, we put him in the enclosure at Petco, San Gabriel. Caspar, named after the comic strip character, “Caspar, The Friendly Ghost,” was a real “people purrson.” He was easily held,
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purred, and rubbed up against the glass whenever anyone stopped to admire him. He was even easily bathed! Not surprisingly, after only two days there, we received an application. Caspar might have a home for the holidays! The application and interview went well. The house, in a safe residential area, was small, but seemed secure. Everything appeared to check out well, and we were thrilled that Casparʼs adoption went so smoothly. NOT! Four days later, we got the call. Caspar had gotten out and had been missing for two days! While the owners were away, he had pushed through a loose screen. Two days on the loose, in an unknown area, is bad news. They should have called us right away, as we had advised, but they thought he would “come back.” They did not even try to look for him or call us again. (We later agreed the adoption was an impulsive decision.) Lifeline went into high gear. Searching for a lost cat is an expensive and time-consuming process. We printed flyers offering a reward, canvassed the neighborhood several times, posted him on Facebook and on Petkey, a website for lost and found pets. We hoped and prayed that he would be found by
Christmas. We waited. Christmas came and went. Although lost cats usually donʼt go far, Caspar was used to roaming. At least he had some street smarts. We thought that since he was friendly, handsome, and sweet, perhaps someone would want to keep him. In that case, he would eventually be taken to a vet who would scan his chip, which had been changed to Lifeline. Other than being found, that was our best hope. The call came on New Yearʼs Day. A cat of Casparʼs description had been found eight blocks away by a lovely, pet-friendly family who had been feeding him. They had not seen the flyers, but had gone on the Petkey site. Could it be Caspar? We immediately drove over to see. Sure enough, it was our boy! Wonderful, wonderful news! The family had taken good care of him, and did not even know about the reward, which was a welcome gift for them! Thanks to their caring, we have Caspar again, and it really is a Happy New Year for us! Caspar was featured in the Jan. 8 “Cat of the Week” blurb. He is still available. He would be great with someone who can give him plenty of attention all day, lots of toys, and who has ample indoor room for him to explore. Call (626) 676-9505 or visit www.lifelineforpets. org. Caspar is waiting!
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5th Annual "Get Healthy Pasadena" Slated for Feb. 7 This year is especially important for the community. In addition to screenings for diabetes, prostate, BMI, hearing, vision, dental, blood pressure, cholesterol, and stroke, for the first time Get Healthy Pasadena will feature three additional screenings: •SureTouch, a non-invasive, radiation-free breast screening by B. Smith L.Ac. - Pasadena Breast Wellness Center; Sponsored by Women Educating Women About Health. •Ultrasound for liver and kidney, with a liver specialist on hand to provide analysis and advice based on your ultrasound by Dr. Shafiei - West Coast Ultrasound Institute; Dr. Mena - Huntington Medical Research Institutes. •PULS test, to detect the #1 cause of heart attacks: unstable cardiac lesion ruptures by G. McLane - GD Biosciences; Dr. Jacobi - Healthy Living Medical. In addition to the great local restaurants who have provided food at Get Healthy in previous years this year’s Get Healthy food court will include local favorite Tender Greens and a cooking demo by California Pizza Kitchen. Lunch will be provided, courtesy of the
Food Court, to participants who complete five or more screenings. Get Healthy’s Speaker Series includes three seminars this year. A men’s only talk on Prostate & Sexuality will begin at 9:00 a.m. At 10:00 a.m., top medical doctors who are also on MEMAH’s board of directors (including Jerome Lisk, MD, Joshua Jacobi, MD, and Mauro Zappaterra, MD) and the Women’s Advisory Board (Beauty Swe, MD) will discuss Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, the heart, pain and “Improving a Healthy Attitude.” The final seminar on domestic violence begins at 11:00 a.m, with a panel including Pasadena Chief of Police Phillip Sanchez, Ahmad Elhan of the Allstate Foundation, Tara N. Thacker, MD, of Kaiser Permanente, Sandra Abarca, MS, of Planned Parenthood, and Linda Offray, Founder of Sheppard’s Door. Saturday, Feb. 7 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pasadena City College, CC Building, 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. For more information or to make a screening appointment, call (626) 389‐2759 or visit www.memah.org.
Orchid Black to Give Native Landscaping and Sustainable Water Use Presentation The public is invited to the Jan. 21 regular meeting of Sierra Madre’s Natural Resources Commission to attend a presentation by renowned local expert Orchid Black on “Native Landscaping and Sustainable Water Use.” The meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. and is held in the City Council Chambers at Sierra Madre City Hall, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. The presentation will begin at the beginning of the regular meeting, after brief Commission business. Orchid is a garden designer whose practice focuses on California native
plants. Her gardens have been featured on the Theodore Payne Foundation (TPF) Garden Tour for over eight years. She teaches design and other classes at TPF, teaches Sustainable Garden Practice for UCLA Extension, and gives lectures and workshops on native horticulture and oak culture throughout Southern California. The Sierra Madre Natural Resources Commission is honored and pleased to provide Orchid’s expertise to assist the community in their conservation efforts and everyone is encouraged to attend this free event.
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Treasurer Chiang Tackles State's Affordable Housing Crisis State Treasurer John Chiang Jan. 15 announced that he is leading a six-month engagement with housing leaders and key stakeholders regarding California’s growing affordable housing crisis. Currently, more than 34 percent of working renters pay more than 50 percent of their income toward housing, and the State Department of Housing and Community Development estimates that California needs to build 220,000 new homes a year to keep up with population growth. “Without action at the State level, many homeowners who were forced out of their homes during the Great Recession have little chance of becoming homeowners once again,” Chiang said. “Others will be priced out of their hometowns, or forced into housing farther and farther away from their places of employment. “One of the greatest threats to our future prosperity is the inadequate supply of homes affordable to low- and moderate-income households,” Chiang added. “We must address the growing imbalance in the housing market and restore Californians’ ability to afford good homes within reasonable distance of jobs and services.” The combination of private meetings and open community forums will seek to obtain a detailed root cause analysis of why California has 13 of the 14 least affordable metropolitan housing markets in the nation. By the winter of 2015, Chiang plans to present a first round of solutions that will fall within three categories: -Reforms that can be implemented administratively or through regulatory reform at the four major state housing programs, which include the Tax Cred-
it Allocation Committee, Debt Limit Allocation Committee, Housing Finance Agency, and the Department of Housing and Community Development. Note that the Treasurer serves as chairman of the former two and is a board member of the Housing Finance Agency. -Public and private sector partnerships which best leverage the tools and resources of both sectors. -Reforms or new programs requiring Legislative approval. Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins said, “High housing costs are an issue that affects each and every Californian, and I am thrilled that Treasurer Chiang is identifying housing affordability as a top priority. I look forward to working closely with him to find solutions that ensure that all Californians have an affordable place to call home.” Chiang appointed two key staff members to lead his efforts to expand affordable housing across California: -Mark Stivers, 45, will serve as the Executive Director of the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee, which allocates tax credits to private housing developers. Previously, Stivers served 16 years as the Housing Consultant for the Senate Transportation and Housing Committee and two years as a Legislative Aide in the Assembly. He has also worked for multiple housing counseling organizations in the Bay Area. He is a registered Democrat and a graduate of Yale University. -Jeree Glasser-Hedrick, 39, will serve as Executive Director of the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee. That entity is responsible for a number of programs that assist firsttime homebuyers and also
encourages the development of affordable rental properties. Previously, Glasser-Hedrick worked for nearly two years as a Principal at JLG Consulting; a combination of 11 years at the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency, holding the position of Program Manager for six years; one year as a Finance Analyst at USA Property Fund; and as a Presidential Management Fellow at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Glasser-Hedrick has a bachelor of arts degree in economics from Santa Clara University and a master of arts degree in urban planning from the University of California at Los Angeles. Glasser-Hedrick is a registered Democrat. “California has underproduced housing every single year since 1989,” Chiang said. “This shortage hinders companies’ ability to attract and retain employees, but also has repercussions for the health and education of our children, the environment, and our overall quality of life. The new housing team will help me tackle these issues and I’m looking forward to working with them.” Starting at the end of January, Chiang and his housing team will begin meeting with local government officials, developers, financing experts, federal and state housing officials, land use experts, the construction trades, real estate economists, and community leaders. They will also meet with leaders of the state’s high tech and life sciences industries and other business sectors which have been particularly impacted by California’s affordable housing shortage. Open community forums will be scheduled for the late summer.
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Monte Vista Principal Duct-Taped to the Wall After Students Meet Fund-Raising Challenge
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onte Vista School’s principal, Brad Cuff, found himself in a sticky situation as a result of students meeting a fundraising challenge. To the
students’ delight, they got to duct-tape Cuff to the wall after raising $7,288 in the school’s Dance-A-Thon fundraiser. To motivate the stu-
dents, Cuff challenged them to get at least $30 in donations for the Dance-A-Thon and that those who did would be able to participate in duct-taping him to the wall. The incentive worked, and 123 students successfully met the challenge and to their delight were able to take part in taping Cuff to the wall. “It was fun to see Mr. Cuff taped to the wall,” said one student. “He was just hanging there on the wall and it was funny.” “Mr. Cuff is a great sport and was happy to get taped to the wall for such a good cause,” said Glenda Giron, Monte Vista’s Dean of Instruction. “Our students did a great job with the fundraiser and the money raised will benefit our technology program.” The school plans to use the funds raised in the Dance-A-Thon to upgrade and increase technology equipment for students.
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State Schools Chief Torlakson Congratulates California's 2015 "Schools to Watch™ —Taking Center Stage" Model Middle Schools
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson on Jan. 15 announced that seven highperforming California middle schools have been newly designated as model middle grades schools in the 201415 Schools to Watch™—Taking Center Stage (STW™— TCS) program. Torlakson also announced that the sustained progress of 15 previously chosen STW™—TCS schools will allow them to retain their designation. “These 22 schools are being recognized for their outstanding work in keeping students engaged and motivated during this critical juncture in education,” Torlakson said. “I congratulate them for their efforts to exceed challenging goals, narrow the achievement gap, and set their students on a solid path toward high school and future success.” The seven newly designated STW™—TCS model
middle grades schools are: • De Anza Middle School, Ontario, OntarioMontclair School District • Fedde International Studies Academy, Hawaiian Gardens, ABC Unified School District • Hawthorne School, Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills Unified School District • Kings Canyon Middle School, Fresno, Fresno Unified School District • Lakeside Middle School, Norwalk, Little Lake City School District • Luther Burbank Middle School, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Unified School District • Wilson Junior High School, El Centro, El Centro Elementary School District STW™—TCS middle grades schools are highperforming model schools that demonstrate academic excellence, developmental responsiveness to the needs and interests of young adolescents, social
equity, and organizational support. These model schools host visitors from California and around the world who are looking for replicable practices that will help them improve their middle grades schools and close the achievement gap. STW™—TCS program is sponsored by the California League of Middle Schools (CLMS) and the California Department of Education, in partnership with the California Middle Grades Alliance. To become a STW™— TCS model middle school, applicants must have met or exceeded the Academic Performance Index (API) schoolwide growth target for three of the five most recent years scores were calculated (from 2007–08 to 2012–13). In addition, schools must have met or exceeded the API growth targets for three of the five most recent years scores
were calculated (from 2007–08 to 2012–13). School administrators must conduct a self-study evaluation and complete an extensive narrative application. Each site is then reviewed by a team of middle grades experts. In order to retain the designation, each school is re-evaluated every three years. All of the schools will be formally recognized in Sacramento at the California Middle Grades Alliance annual luncheon Feb. 26, 2015, and during the California League of Schools' Annual Conference North, Feb. 26–Mar. 1, 2015. The schools will have an opportunity to showcase their accomplishments and network with other middle grades educators from around the state. For more information about the STW™—TCS program, please visit the CLMS High Performing Middle School Models Web page.
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Rep. Adam Schiff Solicits Nominations for the Annual Woman of the Year Award Every March, in recognition of Women’s History Month, Rep. Adam Schiff (DBurbank) honors outstanding women from his district. The 28th Congressional District includes the cities and communities of Atwater Village, Burbank, East Hollywood, Echo Park, Elysian Valley, Glendale, Griffith Park, Hollywood, Hollywood Hills, Kagel Canyon, La Cañada Flintridge, La Crescenta, Los Feliz, Montrose, Pasadena, Shadow Hills, Silver Lake, Sunland, Tujunga, Verdugo City and West Hollywood. “Recipients of the ‘Woman of the Year Award’ come from all walks of life and represent the thousands of women who make a positive impact in our region,” Rep. Schiff said. “I urge constituents to contact my office and let us know
about some of the admirable women in our communities by nominating them for this year’s award.” Constituents are encouraged to nominate women in their community — while there are no specific criteria for nomination, Rep. Schiff looks for women who — through their work or volunteerism — have improved the quality of life in their community. Nominations can be sent to Mary Hovagimian (mary. hovagimian@mail.house. gov). Nominations should include a written description of the nominee’s accomplishments, the home address, phone number and e-mail of the nominee, and the nominator's name and contact information. The deadline for nominations is Feb. 20.
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nternationally acclaimed musical group Theodicy Jazz Collective will present a Jazz Vespers performance on Saturday evening, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 122 South California Avenue at Foothill in Monrovia. Admission is free; there will be a freewill offering. Formed at Oberlin Conservatory in 2006 and developed during residency at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music from 20082012, the Collective has performed and created services for a multitude of churches and cathedrals up and down the East Coast, conducted workshops at universities from Yale to Oxford, and led conferences from Los Angeles to London. TJC has performed for the National Council of Churches, Trinity Wall Street and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Its tour
of England culminated in the world premier of the group’s own composition, The Canterbury Jazz Mass, with the choirs at Canterbury Cathedral. Musicians are pianist and leader Andrew Barnett; Will Cleary, saxophone; Sarah Politz, trombone; Nate Light, bass; Charlie Dye, drums; and Ann Phelps, vocals. Inspired by jazz, blues, gospel, traditional hymns, and world music, the group believes that music has the power to promote peace and justice in society and that the jazz principles of community, flexibility, and listening can help the church thrive in our rapidly changing world. Far from abandoning tradition, it expands the poetry of the Church by combining jazz rhythms and harmonies with the rich liturgies found in the Book of Common Prayer, the oral
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tradition of spirituals, and established hymnody. Bringing voices from the margins of society into the center of tradition and liturgy, Theodicy’s work explores current theological questions with a commitment to musical and academic excellence, responsiveness to the Spirit, and love of tradition and the liturgical canon.
About St. Luke’s Monrovia: Founded in Monrovia in 1891 as St. Luke’s Mission, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church built its present home in the city in 1923. St. Luke’s is a diverse community whose members have discovered in God a oneness greater than their differences. Eucharist services are held Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 12:10 p.m. The church is led by Rector Neil Tadken.
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YouTube Baking Stars, Celebrities Take Spotlight at LA Cookie Con and Sweets Show
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housands of professional bakers, sweets enthusiasts, bloggers, and foodies have already snapped up tickets for LA Cookie Con and Sweets Show, billed as the West Coast’s biggest pastry party. The event will be held Sunday, Jan. 25, at the Pasadena Convention Center. "We're so excited to have LA Cookie Con and Sweets Show choose the City of Pasadena for its launch," said Pasadena Mayor Bill Bogaard. "We welcome the show and look forward to watching it grow year after year." The convention’s ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. will be presided over by Bogaard and Food Network star Ron Ben-Israel, who is one of the world’s most famous cake deco-
rators and culinary personalities. The show runs through 5 p.m. Along with notable contestants from popular culinary competitions such as Fox’s “Masterchef” and “Masterchef Junior,” TLC’s “Cake Boss: Next Great Baker” and “Next Food Network Star” and Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars,” the convention recently added four of YouTube’s most popular baking bloggers, or vloggers, to the lineup. King Arthur Flour is sponsoring Bay Area resident Rachel Fong of Kawaii Sweet World, a 16-year-old baker whose videos feature festive sweets ranging from Hello Kitty cakes to emoticon cake pops. “Rachel represents a new generation of bakers and chefs who learn
their craft online,” said LA Cookie Con organizer Nancy Tei. “By bringing her to the show, King Arthur is connecting with a whole new generation of enthusiasts and future professionals.” Fong is joined by Gemma Stafford of Bigger Bolder Baking, whose video featuring microwavefriendly mug cakes recently went viral and has racked up more than 2 million hits; Anna O’Steen of Lovely Lady Cakes; and Lainey Liz of Simply Bakings. Together, the show’s YouTube stars boast more than 46 million views. They will appear onstage during a special YouTube Bakers Panel offering tips for aspiring Internet stars. Tickets to LA Cookie Con and Sweets Show must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door. General Admission is $21 and VIP is $50. Tickets are all inclusive of samples, classes, demos, workshops, and celebrity appearances; spaces and quantities are limited for some offerings. LA Cookie Con and Sweets Show is presented by AKT Entertainment, LLC, which will donate 10 percent of ticket proceeds and 100 percent of raffle and baking contest proceeds to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. For tickets and more information, visit www.lacookiecon.com.
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Lily Havey was born in Los Angeles in 1932. Ten years later, along with 120,000 other people of Japanese descent (many native-born American citizens), she was incarcerated in American prison camps, first at Santa Anita Assembly Center and then at the Amache Relocation Center. After World War II her family moved to Salt Lake City. She graduated from the New England Conservatory of Music, earned an MFA from the University of Utah, and taught English, creative writing, and humanities in high school for thirteen years before establishing a stained glass business. In the 1980s, after reading accounts of Vietnam vets dealing with
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Say Cheese! To French Cheese, That Is BY EA NICOLE MADRIGAL
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are fighting with a small piece of cheese placed delicately at the end of a plastic toothpick. They want you to taste more cheese and change your mind (and palate) about French cheeses in particular. Last weekend in Santa Monica, cheese lovers and cheese neophytes alike gathered together to celebrate and learn more about the variety of delectable cheeses produced in France. Many of these cheeses may be brand new to some of the American audience, but there are others which are more familiar such as goat or brie cheeses. No matter the previous cheese knowledge, several French vendors filled this “popup” event at Central Plaza at Santa Monica Place to inform interested visitors about the deliciousness of French cheeses and their various uses in common American dishes. The French Cheeses pop-up event in Santa Monica has been just one of many separate similar events that have taken place in a host of U.S. cities over the last year. People in cities such as San Francisco and New York have been lucky enough to not only learn about French cheeses but also enjoy scrumptious samplings. The people of Los Angeles, thanks to this Santa Monica pop-up, now join in a new chorus of French-cheese converts. The theme for these
city-to-city pop-ups is, “Make it Magnifique” (Make it Magnificent). According to event organizer Heather Noll, the theme was chosen for the purpose of introducing and educating people in the United States about the delicious taste, value, and array of practical food-uses for French cheeses. When asked why Americans might be unaware or resistant to try French cheese, Noll suggested that many consumers might simply be intimidated, unexperienced, or even unfamiliar with the French pronunciations (and for some consumers, this might be off-putting). However, Noll and the other event organizers have a solution to this unfamiliarity. She invites those who want to learn more about French cheeses to visit TheCheesesofEurope.com website where consumers can find a plethora of useful tips and information on a variety of French cheeses they may – or may not – know about. After personally sampling more French cheese than I ever thought possible, let me tell you: Go try French cheese! For example, Camembert is the most common cheese used in France (and it may also be the most applicable to the American cheese palate). This is a wonderful cheese to start out with in order to introduce you to French cheeses. Some of the stronger and more pungent chees-
es usually have aged longer, and they may be somewhat unbecoming if you have not tried French cheese before. Certainly, as the event expounds, the French are very proud of their cheeses and the long history behind them. For instance, as the representative of French producer Isigny Ste. Mére (based in Normandy, France) informed me, the mimolette cheese has a history that dates back to King Louis the 14th who wanted this particular cheese to be a different color in order to distinguish it from other white cheeses such as brie; so, it became a distinct bright orange cheese. These historical anecdotes, combined with the undeniably unique and delicious flavors of the French cheeses sampled in Santa Monica, remind us to venture from the ordinary or familiar in terms of food. One personal suggestion based on extensive sampling (and actually it is not a cheese suggestion but I did sample it amongst the array of cheeses): the butter produced by Isigny Ste. Mére. It is the smoothest, creamiest, and softest butter I have ever tasted and ideal for both cooking and tasting! Just remember, in terms of French cheeses, take the simple and concise advice of the French representative of Président Cheese, Cecille Hollman: “Don’t be afraid of French cheese.”
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Pasadena International Film Festival Announces 2015 Program and Honorees
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Doris Roberts and Eric Roberts to Receive Lifetime Achievement Awards The Pasadena International Film Festival (PIFF) has announced its 2015 film program. The final program is comprised of 86 features, shorts, documentaries, and web series from all over the world. The 2015 program will showcase work from industry veterans such as Mark Kirkland (The Simpsons); Robert Loggia (Big); and Alan Ruck (Ferris Bueller’s Day Off), as well as some of Hollywood’s emerging stars like Jason Ritter (Parenthood); Sarah Drew (Grey’s Anatomy); and Kevin Ryan (Crossbones). With such an expansive and broad film selection, PIFF has also announced the extension of its festival through Presidents’ Day. Films will screen Feb. 11 – 16, 2015 at the Laemmle Playhouse 7 Theater
in the heart of Pasadena. PIFF will honor some of its stars this year. Doris Roberts (Everybody Loves Raymond) and Academy Award Nominee Eric Rob-
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erts (The Dark Knight) not only star in films screening at PIFF, but will also receive Lifetime Achievement Awards. Jason Ritter will receive the Breakout Performance Award; Tom Lenk (The Cabin in
the Woods), the Comedic Mastery Award; and Sadie Calvano (Mom), the Rising Star Award. Honorees will receive their awards on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 as part of PIFF’s Opening Night Gala. To see the full film program, check out the schedule of events and purchase passes, please visit www. pasadenafilmfestival.org. About PIFF: The Pasadena International Film Festival is the one and only competitive film festival in Pasadena, CA. It was founded in 2013 by Jessica Hardin, an industry veteran and Pasadena resident. PIFF aims to bring high-caliber, international cinema to a city well-renowned for its love of culture and the arts. The Glitz and Glamour of Hollywood meets Small Town Integrity and Charm…
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“He’s Got Ink In His Blood: 30 Years of California Photojournalism” Exhibit Celebrates Beacon Media’s Terry Miller BY EA NICOLE MADRIGAL
The old saying goes that a picture is worth a thousand words. Beacon Media News’ long-time editor and photojournalist Terry Miller’s images are priceless. His work has showcased hundreds of moments that remind San Gabriel Valley residents of some of the most important or even tragic events of the past. Thus, the Gilb Museum
of Arcadia Heritage is celebrating Miller’s photography over the next month and a half. The exhibit featuring famous faces and regions spanning from Santa Barbara to the San Gabriel Valley will last through Mar. 14 (open during museum hours). I sat down with Miller to chat about his background in photography and what brought him to the area that inspired much of his work. Terry Miller’s father was a journalist for a British newspaper. In 1965, his father was transferred to the United States to work as a foreign correspondent. It was then that Miller came to America during one of the most exciting as well as tumultuous times in United States history. His father’s work, as Miller recollects, involved covering events such as Bobby Kennedy and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassinations.
It was at this time that his father would bring home black and white prints that the newspaper did not use, and Miller remembers that he was utterly fascinated by the photographs. Around the tender age of 12, Miller’s interest in photography began. However, as Miller remembers, there was little he could do at that point with his intrigue in photography; so he spent some of his young life as a drummer in New York City. Later on in life, he went back to England, but he eventually returned to the States in the late 1970s. He settled in Santa Barbara, and found a job at a newspaper in Goleta. Working as a journalist, he attempted to focus on his old passion -- photography. He remembers that at one point he decided to “go play in the darkroom” and “experiment” with photography. After that moment Miller recalls, “I got really hooked!”
Following years of taking photographs in areas such as Goleta, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo, Miller moved to the San Gabriel Valley in 1998. Origi-
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Rep. Adam Schiff Reflects on State-of-theUnion Address On Wednesday, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA), the ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI), released the following statement in reaction to the President’s State of the Union address this evening before Congress: “Tonight, the President laid out his vision for an improved economy and help for the middle class. While our economy is far better than it was in the midst of the Great Recession, we still have a long way to go – and by addressing wage stagnation, making education affordable to all and investing in our middle class, we can ensure that a strengthening economy brings prosperity to all families. By reforming our tax code and helping expand opportunity for the middle class, we can generate rising incomes and give everyone the chance to succeed. “The President also addressed the complex national security challenges
facing the country more than a decade after 9/11 and years after the death of Osama Bin Laden. The President appealed to Congress to authorize the use of force against ISIS and this is vital – but make no mistake, this is a debate and vote that should have taken place five months ago when we first began strikes against ISIS in Syria and began deploying troops to Iraq. “The President must also continue to press for important reforms of the metadata program and FISA Court, both of which are essential to maintaining a proper balance between privacy and security, and which he alluded to in tonight’s speech.” "These economic and national security challenges are real and we can meet them, provided we are willing to work together in a bipartisan way. I am determined to do my part, and hope that this Congress can become one of the most productive in years."
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Business Profile: Vaneity Medical Weight Loss BY COURTNEY ALEXANDER
Jessica Bushy, Family Nurse Practitioner and Fabian Gutierrez, President,
Vaneity Medical Weight Loss was founded on Jan. 10, 2014 by Fabian Gutierrez and Dr. Maxine Ingham. Before starting the company, both spent years working in the medical field. Fabian
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worked in the intensive care section of various hospitals and Dr. Ingham spent many years in the medical field as a medical director, researcher, and consultant. The company is named after Vanessa “Vane” Velez, Fabian’s fiancé and a partner in the company. In August of 2013, while at the Mayan ruins of Tulum, Mexico, the two UC Berkeley alumni decided that they had been neglecting their own well-being, having fo-
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It takes a lot of practice (and willingness) to become a champion of responsible spending and saving to meet your long-term goals. If you’re a bit out of shape in the financial department, don’t try to change everything overnight. Instead, embark on a financial evolution that fosters the kind of behaviors that will improve your financial standing over time. Here are three fundamentals to embrace as you evolve to a new financial you in 2015. 1. Be more aware. Paying more attention to your finances can make a big difference when it comes to achieving your long-term financial goals. You may overspend because you don’t have a handle on your budget and you’re not exactly sure how much you can afford to spend. Move into the new year with renewed focus on your money—where it comes from and where it goes. You may want to try forgoing the use of your credit card and only spend money on things you can afford through your bank account. Also, make it a habit to review your bank statements each month so you can see where your money is going and make adjustments if necessary. 2. Reinforce the
BY JEAN KOEHLER AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL FINANCIAL ADVISOR good. Don't underestimate the power of your inner self and how emotions drive your financial behaviors. For example, you may dread paying bills or saving money because it makes you feel deprived or anxious. Borrow from the field of psychology and use conditioning and rewards to reinforce behaviors you want to repeat. Start by practicing positive self-talk to help align your heart with your head. Then sit down to pay bills with your favorite music playing and a favorite snack or beverage as refreshment. Use a notebook to record your successes and mentally thank yourself for completing the task. Over time, you may start to
look forward to the positive feelings now associated with keeping your finances in order. 3. Add and subtract. Changing how you behave financially involves subtracting behaviors and adding others. For every “bad” financial habit you want to eliminate, identify two or more smart financial habits to take its place. For example, if your goal is to stop accruing late fees, identify new actions that will help you succeed, such as opening bills immediately to be aware of due dates, programming alerts in your calendar to trigger payments or signing up for automatic payments. Before you know it, late fees will be a thing of the past and you’ll also have a better handle on your upcoming financial obligations. Jean D. Koehler is a Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in Arcadia, Ca. She specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 14 years. To contact her, call 626-254-0455, 55 E. Huntington Drive, #340, Arcadia, CA 91006 or http://www. ameripriseadvisors.com/ jean.d.koehler.
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effect late on Saturday, Dec. 20, after Dish Network and Rupert Murdoch's TwentyFirst Century Fox Inc. failed to come to an agreement on a new contract when the previous contract ended. 14 million Dish Network subscribers were left without Fox News Channel, cable TV’s number one watched news channel, and its sister station, Fox Business Network. In the Los Angeles area alone, one of Dish’s largest markets, 500,000 subscribers went without the Fox channels. The terms of the contract have not been disclosed; however, sources close to the deal say that Dish has agreed to pay Fox $1.50 per subscriber per month, up from $1 per subscriber as per the previous contract. "We thank the viewers of Fox News and Fox Business and Dish customers for their patience throughout this process," said Tim Carry, executive vice president of distribution for Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network, and Warren Schlichting, Dish senior vice president of programming, in a joint statement. The dispute was over contract fees. Each side blamed the other for the blackout. Dish said that Fox was trying to include in the negotiations other channels that were not a part of the contract up for renewal. “It’s like we’re about to close on a house and the Realtor is trying to make us buy a new car as well,” said
Warren Schlichting. “Fox blacked out two of its news channels, using them as leverage to triple rates on sports and entertainment channels that are not in this contract.” Fox said that Dish shutdown broadcasting before an agreement was made “in an attempt to intimidate and sway our negotiations.” Dish replaced Fox News with Blaze, the news channel owned by Glenn Beck, and replaced Fox Business Network with CNBC. It would appear that Fox had the upper hand in the negotiations being the top rated cable TV news channel, and having a loyal customer base. According to Tim Carry, Dish Network lost an estimated 90,000 subscribers since the start of the battle. His estimate was based on the number of people who have contacted
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How Starbucks Hopes to Profit from MLK Day Continued from page 1 arguably just coffee milkshakes, Starbucks also offers a variety of products supporting the good cause: a community bulletin board, inoffensive bestsellers about protagonists changing the status quo through championing a noble cause, bottled water that allegedly raises money for drinking water programs in Africa, and selected CD’s of eclectic music performed by top artists collaborating in an effort to raise money for famine relief, an end to human trafficking, AIDS research, a cure for cancer, etc. This does a lot to corroborate Starbuck’s image as not just another fast-foodstyle chain selling beverages big enough to drown a cat in, but as a meeting place where social consciousness, community activism—and
corporate altruism—flawlessly comingle. Huge corporations like Starbucks, Apple, Nike, et. al have learned to market positions of selfless activism by painlessly co-opting figures from the “politically correct” canon. A recent, prominent example of this comes from an ad run by Starbucks in the New York Times which shows the alphabet sequence printed backwards in white letters upon a black background. Its letters “MLK” are highlighted in red. Beneath this text, also in white font, made highly visible against a full-page sea of black, reads the call to action statement: “It’s time to look at things differently. Again.” Is this statement telling us that if we find ourselves arranged within
a sea of hierarchical conformity, all we need to do is change the way the system is viewed in order to gain a startling new perspective? In this case, that perspective leads to some crackly, innerspeaker of pop-culture and history, which resonate with the words, “I Have A Dream.” Displayed directly below this message is Starbuck’s logo. Thus, the only information we are given is that the largest coffee chain in the nation—who makes billions selling high calorie coffee milkshakes— shares the same beliefs as
the greatest American civil rights leader of the 20th Century. Wait. What? Not advertising anything but the Starbucks
feeling guilty. Not many would disagree with Martin Luther King Jr., but a lot of people have found an issue with S t a r buck’s system of cheap l a b o r which requires enlisting an army of partt i m e workers whose hours fluctuate week by week due to a piece of scheduling software which assigns shifts based on a mathematical logarithm that calculates each worker’s level of gross productivity. Dr. King, speaking on April 4th, 1967 at the Riverside Church in New York, warned against the sort of society in which coffee chains claim to be activists. Speaking of a world in which America came out peacefully from the Cold War (ours) he said, “I am convinced that if we are to get on to the right side of the world revolution, we as a nation must undergo a radical revolution of values. We must rapidly begin the shift from a thingoriented society to a person-oriented society. When machines and computers, profit motives and property rights, are considered more important than people, the giant triplets of racism, extreme materialism, and militarism are incapable of being conquered." Ralph Walker of KGEM TV Monrovia claims that a genuine renewal in this side of the politics of Dr. King is taking place today, allowing people to separate the rhetoric of fast-food coffee from meaningful political messages that might bring about actual social reform. “What’s interesting is that people were more interested in embracing the radicalized side of king rather than the corporate side that’s been taken over and made, ‘all warm and fuzzy.’ He’s no longer just the guy who said, ‘I have a dream,’ and that’s it,” Walker explains. Walker claims that the renewed interest in politics, especially in young people, has come from social media. But he warns that political activism shouldn’t be solely
The Starbucks ad is really just designed to get you to buy coffee without feeling guilty. brand, the ad is still effective for the company’s PR; however, it really doesn’t do anything to champion Civil Rights or promote Black History Month or even to promote an interest in the work and life of Dr. King. It’s really just designed to get you to buy coffee without
about promoting slogans on social media alone, “Social media has a tremendous impact because people can spread their opinion and their word. Social media is the young people’s daily newspaper. And it spreads like a fire; whenever anything happens positive or negative. Marching is good but you must march and have a plan. It’s not a pep rally for the big game. It’s a continuous battle for rights and equality.” Walker says that Dr. King’s tends to be neglected until events like Ferguson set a backdrop for his message to be re-examined. “But this holiday, people wanted to hear his words,” he says, “King spoke of a threepronged chair that America needs to get over: poverty, racism and war. When you spend billions on war, you don’t have money for poverty. When the final say is dictated by the dollar, the human factor is negated. Anytime you have the unequal distribution of wealth—that goes against the doctrines of Dr. King.” If Dr. King were alive today, Walker is convinced that “Even at 84 he would still be marching; he would still be talking; he would still be engaging in civil disobedience because that battle still goes on.” Walker suspects that what King would be most adamant about changing today would be the current state of the education system, “If education is too expensive and there are no jobs that pay a living wage, then what do you do?” he asked, “That makes education a privilege not for the everyday person. If you have a low paying job, how can you get educated?” Like anything, changing anything in a community requires its members, “To get out and get active.” Activism can be anything in which the community comes together to discuss its important issues. It isn’t limited to marching, but it also isn’t marketing. San Gabriel Valley residents who wish to get involved in their community are encouraged to join in the Pasadena Black History parade taking place 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 2, at the AlkebuLan Cultural Center, 1435 N. Raymond Ave.
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he Lancers came out tenacious on defense, forcing turnover after turnover which led to a 23-5 score after one quarter. All Lancers contributed with impressive shooting turned in by Sean Espinosa, Michael Torres, and Micheal Amerio. Justin Jitputima looked as quick as he quarterbacked the Lancers. Javon Burnom and Johnny Knox could not be stopped going to the basket. Jaice Gardner and Isiah Spencer-Lopez owned the boards. Sophomore Jordan Gonzalez also played a solid all-around game as did Pat-
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rick Quadra and Tyler Rix. This team is playing with a newfound passion on defense. The ball movement and unselfish play is noticable and has turned the season around for the Lancers. NEXT UP: The Lancers take their 2-0 Camino Real league record to St. Monica on Friday Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. This should be a tough road test. If the Lancers keep improving, the sky is the limit for this group.
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Continued from page 1 two church organizations associated with Wooten. He is also accused of giving his former assistant, Melody Jenkins, more than $40,000 of the stolen money. Green and Foster were among city department heads that received pay raises from Beck in December. Wooten, Collins and Jenkins are scheduled Wednesday to appear in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Wooten is being held on $1.75 million bond. Collins is being held on $500,000 bond. Jenkins was released on bond last week. This, however, isn’t the fist scandal involving the pairing of Beck/Foster. Foster’s career in Riverside began as a management assistant in the City Manager’s in 1990. She eventually made the Public Works Director despite not having the traditional engineering background that the role usually requires. Foster served as the Head of the Department of Public Works of Riverside— the same position she held until yesterday in Pasadena—from 2005-2011. While acting as Assis-
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tant City Manager of Riverside from 2001-2008, Michael Beck oversaw Siobhan Foster for the three of the years that she worked as the Public Works Director of the large, Inland Empire city. Beck had hand-picked Foster from a search panel meeting which provided her credentials along with two other candidates in 2011. This search panel was not open to the public and notes from the meeting were seized by the city at the end of the process. According to his City of Pasadena official biography, Beck’s responsibilities in Riverside included, “oversight of Riverside Municipal Airport and the city departments of Community Development, Public Works, Public Utilities, and Parks, Recreation and Community Services. His crowning achievement was the development of the financial plan and implementation of the transformative $1.8 billion Riverside Renaissance program – 30 years of public infrastructure investment in just five years.” Activist Jason Hunter, worked for the City of Riverside as a “Utilities Re-
source Principle Analyst,” a complex title whose duties included, “Doing the purchasing of Riverside’s natural gas and electricity at a wholesale level. Tens of millions of dollars a year,” Hunter described. He claims that the Riverside Renaissance program was able to work so successfully because the City of Riverside was playing, what he called, “credit card roulette,” to make certain funds seem like they were better off then they actually were. Hunter alleges that Riverside would routinely overcharge on a utility— like a sewer service—and then loan the excess money from that utilities fund to the General fund, “They’d over-collect and then loan the principle back to the general fund in order to complete projects ahead of schedule,” in short, “They were using our sewer fund as a piggybank,” he claims, “And now Riverside is currently auditing its sewer fund; where Siobhan Foster was the overseer.” Because of these allegations, Hunter claimed that, “Pasadena really needs to look into its in-
ter-fund and inter-agency loans. We’ve spent almost two years turning over every executive in the city. It’s a shame what’s happening in your town, because these are the same people we just got rid of.” Hunter also claims that through a “four-pronged attack” designed to consolidate more power to City Officials, the City of Riverside was effectively able to run itself, “like a crime family,” he said, “like [the City of] Bell.” Part one to this strategy was to, “shut up the whistleblowers,” by paying them off. Hunter claims that when he was fired from his role with the city he was denied his due rights as a classified employee, “I was fired for no reason,” he claims, “Other than I was asking questions.” The city said that it would discuss the matter of his termination with him in court, during which time Riverside ran up $200,000 in legal fees, “They tried to grind me into dust using big-shot lawyers,” he says, “But I’m an engineer. I went to MIT. All I did was go point-by-point on misuse
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of public funds and violations of utilities rules and practices. They were stealing millions.” So what was the outcome? “They settled with me,” Hunter says, “I got a six figure check and was shown the door. And we’re not talking $100,000. Oh, no. More.” The second prong to this four-part “attack,” Hunter claims, involved bullying and intimidating any people who opposed this new ruling agenda. The
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Mayor and City Manager of Riverside (who just retired) would allegedly bring up ethics charges on members of the City Council in order to pressure them to, “stop looking into things,” in relation to the sewer fund. “And when an employee would make a complaint against an executive, the same executive would go to HR and pay for an investigation into the employee. Then, the executive would file a complaint against the employee
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Pasadena Shakeup to, “get rid of them”,” claims Hunter. Sherri Stevens, who was laid off as Vice President of the Pasadena Management Association—which is a Union for Managers—saw many Pasadena Managers leave between the years of 2011 and 2012. “This was done allegedly to save the city budget,” she said, “The city manager [Michael Beck] hand-picked the people who were gonna get laid off. He’ll deny it but that’s what he said in a meeting in front of the Pasadena Management Association’s lawyer.” When asked whether the allegations that the Wooten Embezzlement Scandal sounded legitimate or not, Stevens explained, “Financial Management Services and Purchasing should have seen what was going on in Danny [Wooten’s] budget. Both go through the public works budget line by line each year. I once pointed out a $1.1 million mathematical error in an agenda report. They were very angry about it. They said, “Mind your own business.” Currently they aren’t under investigation. However
the names Brenda HarveyWilliams, administrator and Flo Langilloti, the woman who was “below her,” were mentioned. Their manager was this guy named Larry Hammond and he is under investigation with the city right now.]” Stevens explains that while working for the City of Pasadena she also taught night math classes at Hillside school, “I’m one of those people who are really super good at math,” she explained, “I see those kinds of mathematical errors. I turned in 26 Recommendations citing ways the city could save money or make money. Two months later I was laid off.” When asked why exactly she was laid off, Stevens again stated, “Budget issues,” but after a pause said, “Well, if you made waves, you lost you job. I worked on the Grievance Committee during the period when managers were getting laid off,” Stevens said, “People were getting fired right and left. Probably once a month. I’ve been with the City since 1986 and managers hard-
ly ever got let go before Beck. People would get letters saying that they were gonna get fired. It became a culture of fear,” she said, “It was like the City Manager was trying to break up our [management] union.” When asked if she got a settlement, Stevens said that the Managers who were laid off had to sign a non-disclosure agreement .Part Three to the “Four Pronged Attack,” in Riverside involved the Riverside, “Agenda Committee,” which was a secret committee comprised of the Mayor, the Mayor Pro Tem, the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk would steer discussion and legislation by setting an agenda for City Council meetings and prohibiting certain articles to be discussed outside of that agenda. In essence, the three City Employees who work for the Council: the Manager, the Clerk and the Attorney, gained the power to prohibit the Council from doing its job. “They cut public discussion out of it,” Hunter said, “They put everything on the consent calendar and in order to get the
council to pull something from the calendar to discuss it, you had to petition a member of council to do it on your behalf. Before this measure, any member of the public could pull anything from the consent calendar. They limited public discussion to the three minutes per person in general discussion. Just like Pasadena is now doing,” and this made it easy for, “A lot of dirty deals to slip by without the public even being aware they could discuss it in the first place.” Prong “four,” of this attack was dependent upon City Hall having influence into the local newspapers so key stories couldn’t make it to the surface. As stated in his official City of Pasadena online Bio, Beck was in charge of the Department of Public Works (the one managed by Siobhan Foster) and also had oversight of Riverside Municipal Airport, while Assistant City Manager Riverside. For Beck, holding both these responsibilities makes him directly responsible for the alleged cover up of a 2003 toxic waste
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spill that eventually cost the life of one city worker, and has adversely affected the health of at least six others. For more information and for Part 2 of this continuing saga, please see our website www.pasadenaindependent.com. Jennifer Schlueter and Terry Miller contributed to this report.
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LACDP Chair and California Democratic Party Vice Chair Eric C. Bauman said of the endorsement: "Jacque Robinson has accomplished much throughout her career as an advocate for working men and women, city council member, and Vice Mayor of Pasadena. She has shown she can get things done, fight for working families and advocate strongly for our Democratic values. Her leadership in gang reduction and youth programming through the 20/20 initiative and her commitment to public service has made Pasadena a better place to live and work. The Los Angeles County Democratic Party is proud to support Jacque Robinson." For the full list of LACDP endorsements or for more information, visit www.lacdp.org/endorsements.
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This monthly feature will focus on one school district at a time to cover as much information as necessary to help parents with school-age children in their quest for schools. In the San Gabriel Valley, the City of Arcadia is well-known for its excellent school district. According to the website education.com, the Arcadia Unified School District (AUSD) comprises 11 schools serving 9,807 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. AUSD’s elementary and middle schools are highly-ranked, preparing children well for high school. Its two high schools are Arcadia High School (AHS) and Rancho Learning Center. The U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools evaluated 19,000 high schools in the country and gave AUSD a Gold Medal three years in a row (2012, 2013 and 2014), a feat attained by less than 3% of the 19,000 high schools evaluated. It ranked AHS 432nd nationally and 89th statewide. Arcadia High School’s college readiness
is at 49.7%, which is above the California average; its academic performance index is at 897, well above the California level of 789. It has a total enrollment of 3,665 students (51% male and 49% female), 84% of whom are minorities. It has 145 full-time teachers (student/ teacher ratio is 25:1). AUSD’s website lists the following high school curriculum standards: Language Arts from 9th to 12th grade; Math courses in Algebra, Geometry, Math Analysis, Calculus, and Statistics; Science courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, BioPhysics, Environmental Science, and Human Physiology; and Social Science courses in U.S. History, Modern World History, Government & Politics, and Economics. World Languages being offered are: French, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Arcadia High School
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High School’s curriculum is its attention not only to its students’ academic life, but to their total development. At the same time that it had 22 seniors named National Merit Scholarship finalists and one of its seniors achieve a perfect score on the AP Calculus BC exam, the school boasts awardwinning and nationallyrecognized performing arts and athletic programs. To provide an enhanced experience for their students, AHS inaugurated a worldclass Performing Arts Center on campus two years ago. They are opening a brand new state-of-the art library and cafeteria; they just got a new turf sports field; and a new pool and aquatics center are on track for completion this summer. Arcadian Scott Hettrick lauded Arcadia High School’s 2014 graduates. Nine hundred seniors, or 99% of the total graduating class, attended their graduation ceremony held at Santa Anita Park. He reported that this year’s graduating class had an average GPA of 3.34, average SAT score of 1846, and average ACT score of 29. Ninety-four percent of these graduates planned to attend college (five were heading to Harvard, one to MIT, four were going to Stanford). There were three students who were accepted to Princeton, one to Yale, four to Brown, ten to Carnegie-Mellon, 47 to USC, and 56 were accepted to UCLA. These are formidable numbers indeed. It’s no wonder AUSD is the envy of other school districts.
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Citrus College’s Haugh Scholars Program: Honoring a Legacy and Securing the Future BY PAULA GREEN
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his fall, 25 Citrus College freshmen began a mentoring program that will facilitate their transition from high school to college. This special opportunity will provide them with the information and tools they need to complete their educational goals— thanks to Judy Haugh, Citrus College alumna and daughter of the late Dr. Robert D. Haugh. The Haugh Scholars Program was established Dr. Robert D. Haugh with Citrus College students in 1975. in honor of Citrus College’s “The Citrus College Program has been estabthird superintendent/ president, who served the Foundation is grateful to lished for Citrus College college and the community the Haugh family for their freshmen from Monrofrom 1967-1981. Under generosity and their in- via, where Dr. Haugh and Haugh’s leadership, the sight in establishing the his family were longtime present-day Citrus Com- Haugh Scholars Program,” residents. Throughout the program, munity College District was said Brian Bowcock, presi- semester-long established, student enroll- dent of the Citrus College the Haugh Scholars will ment increased in number Foundation. “This College attend seminars designed and diversity, and the col- of Completion gift pro- to facilitate in-depth comlege expanded its academic vides opportunities for a munication and foster a programs. New facilities new generation of college sense of community among were built, including the students to complete their themselves. The seminars cover student success topperforming arts center that education.” The Haugh Scholars ics such as developing edubears Dr. Haugh’s name.
Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts Announces Mark Slavkin as Director of Education
Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (“The Wallis”) today announced the hiring of Mark Slavkin as director of education. The announcement was made by The Wallis’ Managing Director Tania Camargo. In his new role, Slavkin will orchestrate and drive The Wallis’ arts education outreach programs designed to educate and benefit local schools and the greater Los Angeles region by sharing the performing arts with students of all ages—young children, teens, young adults and adults. Initiatives include the previously announced “Theater for Young Audiences,” The Wallis’ lauded series of programming featuring dynamic theatrical experiences – from the US and around the world – compelling to both young audiences and adults alike, as well as public workshops and master classes led by the professional artists who perform on The Wallis’ stages. Under Slavkin’s leadership, annual offerings of
public workshops and master classes will increase, as will the number of young audiences and schools in the region that are reached by The Wallis’ existing outreach programs. Future programs will include the development of Theater School that will feature daytime, after-school, weekend, and summer classes and workshops for all ages.
Slavkin has served as director of public engagement, advocacy and communications for the Los Angeles Annenberg Metropolitan Project, and as Los Angeles program officer of the Getty Education Institute for the Arts. He also sat on the Los Angeles City Board of Education for eight years, serving as its president from 1994-1996.
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cational and career goals; applying for financial aid; accessing Citrus College’s educational resources; and transferring to a four-year institution. The Haugh Scholars Program reflects both family pride and professional expertise. Judy Haugh, in honoring her father, provided significant input into the structure of the program. She is a longtime community college educator who recently retired as articulation officer and associate professor of counseling for Riverside City College. “Judy brings extensive knowledge of the challenges many community college students face in completing their education,” noted Citrus College Superintendent/President Geraldine M. Perri, Ph.D. “Most important of all, she knows what it takes to help students succeed.” Citrus College’s history credits Dr. Robert Haugh
Haugh Scholars attend a financial aid workshop conducted by Financial Aid Director Carol Thomas (second from left). – Courtesy Photos
as a consensus-builder and communicator who was always focused on students. His legacy ensures that op-
portunities for college completion will be available to a new generation of Citrus College students.
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The Road to College BY MAY S. RUIZ It’s a rite of passage for every high school senior in this country. It’s called, “Filling out college applications.” That phrase alone inspires fear and trepidation in students and their parents. To assist other parents and teenagers with their college application process in advance, I have created a monthly college search guide which will track a student’s journey from freshman year of high school all the way through move-in day at a college in September. FRESHMAN: Typically, the beginning of the year marks the halfway point in the school year. First semester grades will soon be released, if they have not been already. If a 9th grader’s marks are not great, he or she will need to use the second semester to better them, as it’s the end-of-year grades that show on tran-
scripts. A student’s grades are a very important, if not the single most important, component of college applications. Have the 9th-grader continue extra-curricular activities in arts or sports, with concentration on one or two where he or she excels. Do not attempt to dazzle college admission directors with range of interest, unless the student is a budding Leonardo da Vinci and has mastered every single craft. Rather, find something he or she is truly passionate about and encourage them to do it throughout the four years of high school years to show commitment. SOPHOMORE: This is the student’s second year and by this time he or she should have fully transitioned into high school. He or she needs to put extra effort into weak subjects and solidify grades for the
second semester. He or she should also start studying for the PSAT (www. collegeboard.com). Taking a practice PSAT in 10th grade gives the student a chance to identify weaknesses then work on them before taking the NMSQT (www.nationalmerit.org) in 11th grade. At REPS, students meet with their grade level dean in the winter of 10th grade to discuss yearend testing options and junior-year course options. Sophomores enrolled in Advanced Algebra and PreCalculus register to take the SAT II Math Level 2 exam in June of their sophomore year. Sophomores enrolled in Functions, Trigonometry and Advanced Algebra (FTAA) take this same exam in June of their junior year, after completing the Advanced Topics and An Introduction to Calculus-Honors (ATIC-Honors)
course. Sophomores who are thinking of going into science, medicine, architecture, and engineering are encouraged to take the SAT II exam in Chemistry in May or June of their sophomore year. The sophomore student should also start lining up summer activities and ready them for implementation. JUNIOR: The second semester for juniors is significant as it is the beginning of the college application process. From their college research, students are now ready to start planning a visit to colleges. Initial campus virtual tours are available online www.campustours. com, www.CollegeProwler. com, www.SmartCollegeVisit.com, www.YOUniversity.com. College counselors recommend that students use their spring break to go to several different types of schools.
A good list should include a small liberal arts college, a medium-sized research university and a large state university to let them have a feel for what “small” or “large” school means. They should be able to experience firsthand if a large city like New York makes them feel alive and vibrant or if it totally overwhelms and scares them. They need to experience if a school with 20,000 students is the right setting for them. Once they’ve established the elements they are looking for, 11th-grade students can start making a list of schools they would put on their list of schools to apply to. SENIOR: All college applications should have already been sent out for the Jan. 1st regular decision/ admission deadline. Some universities, like Georgetown, have a later deadline. Parents should already
have filed their income tax returns, and need to get ready to submit FAFSA (www.fafsa.ed.gov). Apply for scholarships. There are several websites to help with the search like www. scholarships.com , www. collegexpress.com, or www. scholarships360.org. Parents and students need to make sure to ask their school to send midyear grades to colleges and verify that all application materials have been sent. Ms. Ruiz is NOT a licensed counselor nor does she dispense professional advice for college applicants. Her knowledge on the subject is limited to her personal involvement in her daughter’s college search. She had been actively involved in her daughter’s elementary and middle school years as a parent volunteer in several school activities.
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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson today named Nick Schweizer to the position of Deputy Superintendent for the Services for Administration, Finance, Technology, and Infrastructure Branch of the California Department of Education (CDE). Schweizer has been at the California Department of Finance since 1998 and
has served in a variety of roles, including overseeing and developing budget policies affecting K-12 education, community colleges, state universities, college financial aid, teacher credentialing, and child care. Schweizer also spent one year as executive director of the State Board of Education where he provided leadership and direction to the board members and staff.
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ine motorcyclists have been arrested and are facing felony criminal charges for their involvement in an incident that occurred on the Interstate 405 freeway in February 2014. The arrests were part of “Operation Valentine,” a multi-agency operation that included the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the Los Angeles County Taskforce for Regional Auto theft Prevention (TRAP), the U. S. Marshals Service, and the Department of Insurance Fraud Division. “Operation Valentine” was organized following a lengthy CHP investigation into the February 15, 2014, incident in which a CHP officer observed a large group of motorcyclists on the I-405 freeway, near Sepulveda Pass, aggressively blocking all traffic lanes, performing stunts, and behaving in an overall reckless manner. The officer attempted to stop the lead rider, however, the motorcyclist failed to yield to the
patrol vehicle's lights and siren, and a pursuit ensued. The patrol vehicle was then deliberately blocked by fellow motorcyclists as they dangerously veered into the officer’s path, intentionally preventing the apprehension of the fleeing suspect. “This type of behavior is becoming a very disturbing and dangerous trend throughout our state. In this incident, hundreds of drivers were not only endangered, they were unnecessarily delayed from carrying on with their lives,” said CHP Southern Division Chief Dan Bower. CHP investigators later identified nine suspects involved in the evading, threatening, and interfering with the officer. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office filed felony criminal charges on all nine suspects and issued arrest warrants. On January 15, 2015, arrest teams traveled as far as Bakersfield in their search, located all nine suspects, and booked them into various jail facilities in Los Angeles County.
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“The CHP is committed to ensuring that all motorists in California have the ability to travel freely on the state’s highways without fear, intimidation or delay. The conducted displayed by
Read, Discover, Connect Art & Essay Contest at the Sierra Madre Library Students in grades K – 8 are invited to enter the Library Art and Essay contest, starting February 2, 2015. This year’s theme is: Read, Discover, Connect @ Sierra Madre Public Library and entries should reflect the theme as closely as possible. Entry forms are available at the Public Library, on the library website, and at schools in Sierra Madre beginning January 31, 2015. Children in grades K – 2 will create a drawing showing how they Read, Discover, Connect @ the Sierra Madre Public Library. Students in grades 3-8 will write a onepage essay of (250 words or less) on why or how they Read, Discover, Connect @ Sierra Madre Public Library. Entries are due by February 28 to the Library and the winning entries will be presented on March 24. Winning work will be displayed in the Library and winners will receive a certificate and cash prize at a ceremony in their honor. Local organizations
supporting the Sierra Madre Public Library Art & Essay Contest by funding the cash prizes are: Sierra Madre Rotary Club, the Spero Foundation, Sierra Madre Kiwanis, Friends of the Library, the Sierra Madre Community Founda-
the individuals in this incident will not be tolerated, and future perpetrators will be similarly arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” added Chief Bower.
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The State of Temple City Slated Jan. 26 The City of Temple City invites community members to the annual State of the City Address on Monday, Jan. 26 at 7 PM. in Council Chambers (5938 Kauffman Ave.). Mayor Carl Blum will update audiences on City Hall’s recent progress as well as upcoming plans for the future. Highlights from the past several years have included adoption of a strategic plan, completion of the Rosemead Boulevard Safety Enhancements and Beautification Project, ongoing citizen engagement efforts, as well as the launch of the new City website. “As we look ahead, recent activities have been focused on building a solid foundation for our community’s future,” said Blum. “We’ve invested in sustainable infrastructure, new technology and long-range planning. Now we have new bike lanes, more pedestrian friendly streets, a new City website, and a strategic plan to guide our future. What I’m most proud of is that we’ve involved the commu-
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nity every step of the way.” For community members unable to attend, the State of the City Address will stream live at www. templecity.kgem.tv<http:// www.templecity.kgem.tv>, with the original broadcast also available for replay online and on Charter Channel 3 by the following evening.
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A Mayoral Legacy for Pasadena BY NICK KIPLEY
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he Pasadena Playhouse is truly a gem. I can’t imagine a Pasadena without it,” opened Vice Mayor Jacque Robinson at last Thursday night’s “State of the City Speech” event. This speech
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concluded the record sixteen years of Pasadena Mayor Bill Bogaard’s authority. Following a glowing review of the outstanding history of the Pasadena Playhouse, a performance by the youth theatre company “Theatre
360,” and a brief video exploring the “Hidden gems of Pasadena,” Mayor Bogaard took to the stage for his State of the City Address. He started off by joking that his wife Claire was the “One person to [his] knowledge who has attended [the annual state of the city speech] all sixteen times.” After thanking the Council, Mayor Bogaard addressed the current investigation into the Underground Utility Funds scandal, but didn’t mention anything new: “The city manager has announced the engagement of an independent investigator to facilitate the completion of a wide-ranging personnel review.” In addition to this measure, Bogaard stated that, “The city attorney will maintain a close working relationship with the District Attorney and strongly support the criminal prosecutions to the fullest extent of the law. Further, she has been directed to use civil litigation aggressively to recover the losses
and damages suffered by this city.” Bogaard then turned to Pasadena’s bright future while glancing nostalgically at the past -- Pasadena real estate is up 5.4% at $24 billion while unemployment is down to 6% and thus, below the 7.2% average for California. Bogaard explained that to address rising pension costs, pension reform would be initiated to keep the cost low in coming years. He claimed that 1,700 new real estate units were under construction, and pointed out that the Playhouse Plaza office complex across the street from the Playhouse was not only the first office building constructed in years, but a sure sign of Pasadena’s ability to bounce back from recession. The mayor was pleased to report that, due to Pasadena’s Innovation Strategy, several new Tech Startups have recently established, or are now planning on establishing, their headquarters in the city. “Pasadena now stands on the forefront of the high tech world,” he said. Bogaard also announced that “in the past year more than 300 young people have taken place in [Police and Fire Department] mentorship programs.” This Collaborate Pasadena program has allowed the city to, “Change the way we do business with schools … to give every young person a chance to reach their potential.” 2015 will be a “big year,”
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for the Metro Gold Line, the “unifying goal for the San Gabriel Valley,” according to Bogaard. When the next phase of the project is completed, Pasadenans will be linked to the City of Hope Cancer Research Center, The L.A. Arboretum, the Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, five historic San Gabriel Valley city downtowns, and Azusa Pacific University/Citrus College. “Azusa will not be the end of the line for long,” Mayor Bogaard assured the crowd. “We anticipate the second phase will come from a new tax measure to be voted on in 2016. “Tonight caps a remarkable and rewarding period in my life,” the mayor began his conclusion, “Sixteen years as Pasadena’s first directly elected mayor … I was never elected to be a caretaker; no one on the city council is. But to represent those who put their faith
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also contain the cleaning and repair facilities for the cars. There is even a gigantic “car wash;” it is like Fasching’s on steroids with the ability to wash an entire train at once. Mark Mickelson, the segment manager coordinating the construction of the site, dubbed the largest building “The Mall of Shops,” noting that it housed separate bays for the different types of work being done to keep the vehicles in good running order. There is even a $3 million lathe used to true the wheels on the vehicles (oval wheels lead to a bumpy ride). In this building the cars
can be run in on tracks at ground level, but the tracks are on trestle-like bridges over some of the work areas so the maintenance staff can work on the undercarriage including the wheels without removing the body or chassis. It is amazing. The 130,000 square foot building also houses the offices and the locker rooms for both the operations staff (those who run the trains) and the maintenance staff (those who keep the trains running). More than 175 people will work out of this facility (the EIR allowed for 191) with more than half working to maintain the cars. They
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will work three shifts a day every day. At the very top of this large building is the Yard Control Room. From this room, one person will control the movement of all the light rail vehicles at the facility. And the view is spectacular. Set more than three stories above the ground, it has windows overlooking the entire yard and beyond,
over the freeway and to the foothills. One wonders how the operators will be able to stay focused on the yard with such a vista. The Gold Line tracks in this area run along the north side of Duarte Road. The trains will enter the facility near the end of Shamrock and exit the same way. The interiors will be cleaned out at what looks like a station
in the center of the yard and then will move through the car wash barn. They will then be directed back to operation, to the storage area in the tracks along the north side of the yard, or to the shops in the “Mall” if repairs are necessary. One nice detail for train watchers--there will even be viewing area. There is a small park planned for the northwest corner of facility at California and Evergreen, from which the public can view the yard operations. According to Lisa Levy Buch of the Gold Line Construction Authority, the park will be planted with drought tolerant plants, oak trees and other ornamental shade trees. There will even be benches and a decorative fence with a California poppy motif (the accent color
in the yard is “poppy.” Of course). Even the walkways will have a light sprinkling of orange speckles. Boulders removed from the site during construction will be used in landscaping this area. There will even be landscaping all around the facility. The construction authority and the city of Monrovia are in the process of identifying the plants to be used and how they will be maintained. One last note: one cannot help but notice the large, 600,000 gallon, tank in the middle of the yard. Relax, the vehicles are electric; the tank will contain only water to be used in the event of a fire emergency if the city water supply is not available. And of course, the tank is “poppy” colored.
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Correction Beacon Media News would like to issue a redaction to claims put forth in the article ‘Tale of Two Councilmembers’ which claimed that the City of Pasadena is pressing charges on four unnamed city employees who are currently under departmental investigation in relations to the Underground Utility Fund embezzlement scandal. This was printed in error. When the Mayor Bogaard spoke before the City Council on the 12th of this month regarding the first item on the article on the agenda, entitled, “CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING CONSIDERATION OF INITIATION OF LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): One potential case,” he initially misspoke, claiming
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that the city of Pasadena would be pressing charges against four former city employees. When the Mayor later amended this statement, he did so by saying he was mistaken and that it was in fact three former city employees, not four. The three people Mayor Bogaard was referring to were in fact the three suspects in custody in relation to district attorney’s criminal investigation; an investigation running parallel to the inter-departmental investigation of four, completely different, unnamed city employees. The Independent acknowledges confusing the four unnamed subjects of a non-criminal Pasadena city investigation, with three suspects in an ongoing District Attorney investigation and would like to apologize for the error.
Former Irwindale Cop Gets 2 Years for Molestation A former Irwindale Police Department officer was sentenced today to two years, eight months in state prison and ordered to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life after he earlier admitted that he sexually molested a 14-year-old girl, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced. Daniel Camerano, 28, was remanded into custody to begin his sentence. Deputy District Attorney Renee Chang with the Justice System Integrity Division prosecuted the case. Camerano, who was an advisor to the department’s Explorer Program, began a
sexual relationship with the 14-year-old girl between May 2009 and December 2010. The eight-year veteran also admitted sending sexually suggestive text messages to a 17-year-old female Explorer in November 2012. Camerano, who resigned from the Irwindale Police Department in June 2014, pleaded no contest in December to three felony counts, including using a minor for sex acts, oral copulation of a person under 16 and contact with minor for sexual offense. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department investigated the case.
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ments that characterize the San Gabriel region. In his exhibit at the Gilb, you can explore fascinating images of well-known political personalities such as Bill and Hillary Clinton, Arnold
Schwarzenegger, Ted Kennedy, Jerry Brown, John Kerry, and others. Celebrities such as Jonathan Winters and Robin Williams have also been captured. In addition, the exhibit highlights how Miller has expertly portrayed some of the most traumatic events in recent memory such as the 2009 Griffith Park fire, the 2005 train tragedy, and the recent Colby fire. There are several other scenes that Miller’s camera shows his audience in a way only a seasoned professional can do. When asked if the viewer interprets the story in his photos or if he creates a story with his photography, Miller states, “Every event is different. I just try to record
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WHAT’S HAPPENING: A day-by-day look at events and activities in the San Gabriel Valley this week. Jan. 22 (Thursday) “Thursday Garden Talks with Lili Singer” (1/22 @ 9:30 a.m., The Arboretum) – This is a weekly discussion with a garden expert – ARCADIA “Friday Night Lights” Film Screening (1/22 @ 1 p.m., 740 N. Dalton) – This event is geared toward a senior audience – AZUSA “Book’d in Burbank” (1/22 @ 8 p.m., Theatre Banshee) – This is a gathering for book lovers and provides literary entertainment – BURBANK “Lend Me Tenor” (Through Feb. 7, Glendale Centre Theatre) – This is an ongoing theater performance. Contact the theater for show times and details – GLENDALE “Two American Photographers in Britain and Ireland” (Through 3/9 all day, Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens) – This is an ongoing exhibit. Call the Huntington for hours and details – SAN MARINO “Exploring Historic Materials and Techniques” (1/22 & 29 @ 2 p.m., Norton Simon Museum) – This is a tapestry demonstration by artist Marta Rogoyska – PASADENA “Family Fun Films” (1/22 @ 3 p.m., Villa Parke Community Branch) – This is a film screening of a film TBA – PASADENA “The Kept Girl” Author Interview (1/22 @ 7 p.m., Donald Wright Auditorium) – This is an interview with author Kim Cooper followed by a Q & A and a book signing – PASADENA “Mindful Movement” – (1/22 @ 8:30 a.m., Altadena Senior Center) – This event is each Thursday and geared toward seniors for agility and support - ALTADENA Jan. 23 (Friday) “A Walk in the Woods” (1/23-2/21, Sierra Madre Playhouse) - Set in the
midst of the Cold War, Lee Blessing’s powerful play dramatizes a stand-off between U.S. and Soviet arms negotiators as they battle for supremacy. Full of tension and humor, A Walk in the Woods shows how the relationship between the two experts evolves as they stroll in the woods above Geneva, away from the glare of the negotiating table – SIERRA MDARE “Clean Start” (1/232/15, CASA 0101 Theater) – This is a comedic play centering around Parker Reed, a down-on-her-luck Beverly Hills socialite, and Rosario Martinez, her Latina maid who lives in a small, two bedroom house in East Los Angeles – BOYLE HEIGHTS New Shanghai Circus (1/23 @ 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., Alex Theater) – Come enjoy a circus performance from the acrobats of China – GLENDALE Excursion (1/23 @ 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Hart Park House Senior Center) – Adult cost $5. This event will visit the Los Angeles Public Library’s state of the art Central Library located in Downtown. A docentled tour will introduce you to the art and architecture of the Goodhue Building with its distinctive sphinxes and rooftop pyramid followed by a walk through the Bradley Wing designed by famed architect Norman Pfeiffer – SIERRA MADRE Jan. 24 (Saturday) “Fruit Tree Walking Tour” (1/24 @ 11 a.m., The Arboretum) – This is a walking tour to learn more about the garden’s fruit trees – ARCADIA Snow Day at the Zoo (1/24 & 25 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) - The wintery fun features a rare opportunity to watch inquisitive animals exploring snowy wonderlands in several habitats – GRIFFITH PARK Artifacts in the Stacks (1/24 @ 2:30 p.m., Arcadia Public Library) – This event is geared toward children – ARCADIA
“The Hundred Foot Journey” Film Screening (1/24 @ 2 p.m., Burbank Public Library) – This is a film screening event – BURBANK
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“Two American Photographers in Britain and Ireland” (Through 3/9 all day, Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens) – This is an ongoing exhibit. Call the Huntington for hours and details – SAN MARINO
El Monte Family Adventure Shuttle (1/24 @ 10 a.m., Ontario Mills Mall) Departing from El Monte’s Trolley Station at 10 a.m. and returning from the Ontario Mills Mall at 4 p.m., for an estimated 45-minute return trip (depending on traffic). $7 per person – EL MONTE “Popeye” Film Screening (1/24 @ 2 p.m., Colony Theater) – This is a film screening event – BURBANK Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Presents Vivaldi and Schubert (1/24 @ 8 p.m., Alex Theater) - Fast gaining recognition as one of America’s most promising conductors, Karina Canellakis conducts and plays classical favorites – GLENDALE “U.S. Constitution and the End of American Slavery” (1/24-4/20 all day, Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens) – This is the opening and ongoing exhibit. – SAN MARINO Emerging Urban Poets (1/24 @ 3 p.m., Santa Catalina Branch) – This event celebrates the art of poetry – PASADENA “Youth Artists Workshop Musical Masterpieces” (1/24 @ 12:30 p.m., Norton Simon Museum) - Explore line and movement while looking at paintings inspired by music, with help from artist Mariko Tu – PASADENA “Courbet and Manet” (1/24 @ 1 p.m., Norton Simon Museum) - Impressionism was revolutionary when it emerged, but it was a product of the influence and innovations of its predecessors. Trace its sources and inspirations as you walk through the galleries with a Museum educator during this one-hour tour – PASADENA Featured Event “Who
Was Claude Debussy?” (1/24 @ 11 a.m., Donald Wright Auditorium) – Learn more about the music and era of this great composer – PASADENA Jan. 25 (Sunday) Carney Magic (1/25 @ 3 p.m., GTC Burbank) – This event features the magic of John Carney – BURBANK “In Person” The Nicholas Brothers Tribute (1/25 @ 7:30 p.m., Alex Theater) – This is a tribute to the famed tap dancing duo of the early 20th century – GLENDALE Hawaiian Music (1/25 @ 10 a.m., Pacific Asia Museum) – This event features the beautiful music of Hawaii – PASADENA “Huge” Film Screening (1/25 @ 11:30 a.m., Norton Simon Museum) – This is a film screening event – PASADENA Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Presents Vivaldi and Schubert (1/25 @ 8 p.m., UCLA Royce Hall) - Fast gaining recognition as one of America’s most promising conductors,
Karina Canellakis conducts and plays classical favorites – GLENDALE LYNX String Quartet – (1/25 @ 2 p.m., La Canada Presbyterian Church) – This is part of the Ovation series to celebrate classical music – LA CANADA Jan. 26 (Monday) Rave Reviews (1/26 @ 2 p.m., Lamanda Park Branch) - Meets monthly on the 4th Monday. Adults are invited to listen to reviews of the latest book arrivals. The book reviews feature a variety of genres and include some staff picks. Light refreshments served. A Pasadena Public Library Book Group – PASADENA Brain Aerobics (1/26 @ 9:30 a.m., 365 Campus Dr.) – This is a Monday and Wednesday class geared toward adults - ARCADIA Jan. 27 (Tuesday)
“The Expendables 3” Film Screening (1/27 @ 1 p.m., 740 N. Dalton) – This is an event geared toward seniors – AZUSA Pasadena Civil War Roundtable (1/27 @ 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Central Library Auditorium) – This is a historical roundtable discussion about the American Civil War - PASADENA Jan. 28 (Wednesday) Magician Brian Scott (1/28 @ 7 p.m., Burbank Public Library) – This is a magic show featuring Brian Scott – BURBANK “Julie and Julia” Film Screening (1/28 @ 1 p.m., Donald Wright Auditorium) – This is a film screening event - PASADENA *Note for readers: Be sure to check with the affiliated cities and event locations to ensure event prices, availability, locations, and/ or cancellations
POLICE BLOTTERS
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Critical Incidents: From Jan. 12 – 16, the Pasadena Police Department engaged in a Violence Reduction Effort (VRE) in our community following a spike in shot fired calls. During the week PPD officers conducted extra patrols, covert surveillances and in-home visits in a specify geography. Officers completed 31 Foot Patrols; 40 Field Contacts; 94 Traffic Enforcement Stops; 18 Probation or Parole Checks; and 12 Arrests. PPD offices also recovered a replica gun from a Hispanic Male (known gang member) near Marengo Avenue and Parke Street. As a result of our efforts the department only received one shot fired call (verified by witness statements and physical evidence) during the past week. Jan. 6 At about 1:03 a.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to the area of Summit Avenue and Painter Street regarding a call of shots fired. Following the shooting, at least one caller reported a victim down. On arrival, officers located the victim (Male Hispanic, 27 yrs., Pasadena Resident) suffering from gunshot wounds. PFD responded to the incident and transported the victim to a local hospital in serious condition. He subsequently underwent surgery for his injuries. PPD established a command post at the time and our investigation is ongoing. It is unknown at this time if the incident is gang related. Community members who may know something about the shooting can call the Pasadena Police Department at (626) 744-4241, or they can report the information anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling(800)222-8477. Other Crime Stopper reporting options can be found at: http://www. ci.pasadena.ca.us/Department.aspx?theme=Navy& pageid=6442459492. Jan. 13 At about 4:57 p.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to the California Institute of Technology regarding a suspicious package. Officers and Fire Department personnel determined the package contained a zip-lock baggie containing a white powdery substance. The powder was examined by hazmat specialists from
Pasadena, Glendale, and Burbank and determined to be non-hazardous. Jan. 15 At about 7:40 a.m., Pasadena Police officers assigned to the Burglary Task Force were working in the area of Parke Street & Marengo Avenue when they heard gun shots. Several community members called the police department to report they heard shots as well. One witness requested contact and provided potential suspect or subject of interest descriptions. PPD officers arrived on scene within 30 seconds and immediately checked the area; however, they were not able to locate the person(s) responsible for the shots. Clearly, the incident occurred at an unusual time and PD will determine if we need to shift our patrols, etc. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident. If you have information regarding his shooting, please notify the Pasadena Police Department. Community members who may know something about this incident are encouraged to call the Pasadena Police Department at (626) 7444241, or they can report the information anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling (800) 222-8477. Other Crime Stopper reporting options can be found at: http:// www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/Department.aspx?theme=Nav y&pageid=6442459492. Jan. 15 At about 9:15 p.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to the area of Michigan Avenue and Washington Boulevard regarding a traffic collision. On arrival, officers determined that a single motorcycle rider struck a parked vehicle. The motorcycle rider was thrown from his bike and received significant injuries. The Pasadena Fire Department responded to the incident and subsequently transported the victim/operator to a local hospital for medical treatment. The Pasadena Police Department’s Major Traffic Incident Investigation Team was notified of the collision. Jan. 15 At about 1:24 p.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to the 1300 block of Glen Oaks Boulevard regarding a residential burglary. The victim heard noises inside his home and confronted the suspect.
The suspect immediately fled the location prior to PPD’s arrival. Officers conducted a preliminary investigation and determined the suspects shattered a sliding glass door to enter the dwelling. Community members who may know something about this incident are encouraged to call the Pasadena Police Department at (626) 7444241, or they can report the information anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling (800) 222-8477. Other Crime Stopper reporting options can be found at: http:// www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/Department.aspx?theme=Nav y&pageid=6442459492. Jan. 17 At about 3:47 p.m. Pasadena Police officers responded to a local area hospital regarding a possible child abuse investigation. On arrival officers learned that the victim, Black Male, 15 years, Pasadena Resident) was helping his Aunt (Black Female, 35 years, Pasadena Resident) with household chores (they live in the same residence) when they became involved in a physical confrontation. The Aunt pushed the victim down on the floor and assaulted him. The victim’s shoulder was dislocated during the struggle and he was taken to the hospital by his mother in a private vehicle. PPD officer responded to the 1000 block of North Marengo and arrested the Aunt for child abuse without incident. The Aunt (suspect) was arrested and booked at the Pasadena jail.
Sierra Madre PD
During the week of Sunday, Jan. 11th, to Sunday, Jan. 18th, the Sierra Madre Police Department responded to approximately 337 calls for service.
Monday, Jan. 12th Sierra Madre Police responded to the station lobby regarding an identity theft report. Upon arrival, Officers were informed by the victim that he had recently received a notification via email by his credit card company about the use of his card and his wife’s card. The victim stated that neither he nor his wife had been using the cards. Shortly sometime after, the victim received a call from a bank regarding a joint account that someone was attempt-
ing to open using his name and identification. The victim closed all accounts involved and did not suffer any monetary loss at this time. This case has been forwarded to the Detectives Bureau. At 7:22 p.m., Sierra Madre Police responded to the 200 Block of Grove Street regarding a theft report. Upon arrival, Officers were informed by the victim that after being in jail for the last nine months, she returned home to discover some of her belongings were missing. As the victim started to investigate further, she discovered her jewelry, clothing, and electronics were also missing. The victim spoke with her spouse regarding the missing property and was informed that a house guest who visited while the victim was away, had stated that she was going to steal some of the victim’s belonging because she deserved it. The victim provided a list of stolen items to Officers. Upon investigating the house guest, Officers discovered she had been arrested and was found to be in possession of stolen property, one of which was a work identification card belonging to the victim. This case has been forwarded to the Detectives Bureau. Wednesday, Jan. 14th At 1:50 p.m., Sierra Madre Police responded to the station lobby regarding a theft report. The victim informed Officers that back on Dec. 19th, he parked his vehicle in his driveway and failed to lock it. Several days later, he returned to his vehicle and noticed several items were missing and his vehicle had been ransacked. Several items including his cellphone, leather bag, and check book were stolen. The victim decided not to report the incident to Police because he felt his items would not be found. Then on the morning of the Jan. 14th, he discovered two checks had been cashed for $200 using his stolen checks. After reviewing a copy of the checks, the victim stated they were signed using a women’s name. The victim was reimbursed by the bank for the money that was stolen from his account. This case has been forwarded to the Detectives Bureau. Friday, Jan. 16th At 2:45 p.m., Sierra Madre Police responded to the
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1900 Block of Oakwood Ave. regarding a residential burglary report. Upon arrival, Officers were informed by the victim that 15 minutes prior to notifying the authorities he had come home to realize on of his closets were open and had appeared to be rummaged through. As the victim continued through his house, he noticed several rooms had been ransacked and that the rear sliding glass door was wide open. While investigating the home’s area, Officers discovered an open window with the screen on left in the dirt below. It appeared the subjects entered the residence through the window and used the bathtub ledge as a step into the home. The victim was unable to describe what was missing at the time. This case has been forwarded to the Detectives Bureau.
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Commercial Burglary January 15 At 11:03 a.m., an officer was dispatched to a business in the 2600 block of South Myrtle on the report of a commercial burglary. Unknown suspect(s) forced entry into two suites in an office building by forcing the doors open by unknown means. Upon entering, the suspect(s) took computers and electronic equipment from both locations. The suspect(s) then left undetected. The investigation is continuing. Critical Missing Person Located January 15 At 6:56 p.m., an adult female came into the police lobby to report her husband had walked away from her after an argument in the parking lot across from the police station. She was concerned, because her husband is a 67-yearold male with a severe case of Alzheimer’s. He had walked away 20 minutes earlier and had not returned. Officers began an extensive area search, using all available resources: the Foothill Air Support Team helicopter, twitter notification sent, neighboring agencies phoned and notified by teletype, units were sent to the missing person’s home in San Gabriel, two teams of scent dogs were used, and local hospitals were contacted. At 10:00 p.m., no leads had developed. Police units continued searching
and the wife went home to wait there. At 1:59 a.m., the woman phoned and reported her husband had just arrived home. He had walked home from Monrovia to San Gabriel. San Gabriel Police Department officers and paramedics confirmed he was home and checked his condition.
January 17 At 3:46 p.m., police responded to a shopping center in the 500 block of West Huntington. Several tourists reported that someone had boarded their open and unlocked tourist bus, which was parked in the shopping center parking lot while all the tourists were off the bus and shopping for about an hour. While the victims were shopping, an unknown suspect rummaged through the tourists’ personal belongings and took six cell phones, one laptop computer, and one passport. The driver was waiting in the driver's seat. It is possible that the driver had fallen asleep while the theft occurred. The investigation is continuing. Vehicle Burglary January 18 At 7:02 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported at a business parking lot in the 500 block of West Huntington. The victim had parked and went into a store in the shopping center. When he returned to his vehicle, he found the passenger side window had been shattered and personal items that were left in the vehicle had been taken. The investigation is continuing.
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Armenian Criminal Enterprise Dealt Serious Blow
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NOTICE OF NOMINEES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE
In May 2008, a massive shootout between Armenian Power and another California gang on the streets of North Hollywood ended with the deaths of two rival gang members. And while local law enforcement and the FBI already had Armenian Power on their radar, this deadly firefight on the streets of a major American city raised the group’s profile—and resulted in efforts by the FBI and its partners to go after Armenian Power and its leadership through federal racketeering statutes. The investigation revealed that this street gang was actually an international organized criminal enterprise whose illegal activities ranged from bank fraud and identity theft to violent extortion and kidnappings. It also revealed that this enterprise victimized its own Armenian community in California. By 2011, there was enough evidence to charge 90 Armenian Power leaders, members, and associates in two separate indictments. Of those 90 charged, 87 have been convicted, including one of the enterprise’s primary leaders—Mher Darbinyan—who was recently sentenced to 32 years in prison. (Of the three remaining indicted individuals, prosecutors dropped the charges against one, and the other two are currently fugitives.) According to Agent Jeremy Stebbins, who worked the case out of the Los Angeles Office, “With the arrests and convictions of nearly all senior leadership
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of Armenian Power, we dealt a serious blow to their ability to continue to operate in the manner they were accustomed. We also sent a message to the Eurasian organized crime community that they are being targeted and watched.” Armenian Power leadership was based in California, but the group’s operations—particularly its fraud schemes—involved the use of phony businesses located in cities throughout the United States. And Armenian Power leaders had dealings with organized crime figures in places like Armenia and Russia. During the multi-agency investigation into the Armenian Power criminal enterprise, law enforcement was also able to identify the source of an information leak within the federal district court clerk’s office in Los Angeles. A clerk’s office employee and her husband were charged and later convicted for their
roles in a scheme to access and disclose information contained in sealed court documents to tip off organized crime figures and gang members prior to their arrests. Some of those compromised records concerned individuals who were members or associates of the Armenian Power criminal enterprise and subjects of pending federal arrest warrants. This kind of criminal activity often threatens the safety of law enforcement agents and officers—particularly during large-scale takedowns of violent criminal enterprises and their members. Law enforcement was also able to uncover ties between Armenian Power and the Mexican Mafia, the prison gang that controls much of the narcotics distribution and other criminal activity within California’s correctional facilities. The Mexican Mafia would protect Armenian Power mem-
bers and associates who were behind bars, while Armenian Power members and associates on the outside would help facilitate Mexican Mafia criminal activities. During the course of the investigation, law enforcement rescued a kidnapped victim and was able to charge several additional subjects with kidnapping, extortion, and other violent crimes. They also seized more than $3 million in fraudulently obtained luxury automobiles. And they interfered in several violent confrontations between rival groups, arresting more gang members and seizing firearms. Court-authorized wiretaps on 25 different phone numbers were a key part of the case. Through these conversations, law enforcement was able to obtain a wealth of incriminating evidence as defendants spoke about targeting wealthy Armenians for robbery, planning check fraud activity, making illegal firearms deals, installing skimmers on ATMs, watering illegal marijuana plants in a warehouse, mailing illegal narcotics to customers, planning kidnappings, and extorting money from victims using threats of violence. This complicated and multi-subject case was investigated by the Eurasian Organized Crime Task Force, led by the Bureau’s Los Angeles Division and the Glendale Police Department. Other vital task force members include several local California police and sheriff’s departments and a number of federal agencies.
Real Estate Seminar Slated in Duarte Jan. 31
“Look to the Future” is a free educational seminar presented by The Community Planners, a team of licensed professionals. On January 31, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., The Community Planners will present a seminar at the Duarte Community
Center, 1600 Huntington Drive, Duarte, CA 91010. The Community Planners provides education to the community on topics including real estate, finance and estate planning. The founders of The Community Planners are three
friends who discovered a crossover between their professions, and collaborated to provide quality advice to their clients and communities. Through live seminars, blogs and videos, The Community Planners show peo-
ple how to save for their future and protect that hard-earned legacy. June Chow is a financial advisor specializing in retirement and education savings. Amy Lam is a real estate expert in buying, selling and renting properties in the Greater Los Angeles area. Anh Nguyen is an estate planning attorney. Working together, the team of Chow, Lam and Nguyen educates the community on current trends, how to save and live the future now, and safeguard that legacy. To reserve a space at our free seminar, call (626) 359-4526.
San Gabriel City Notices
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following persons have been nominated for the offices designated to be filled at the General Municipal Election to be held in the City of San Gabriel on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. For Member of the City Council
Vote for no more than TWO
John R. Harrington Denise Menchaca Juli Lynn Costanzo s/Vivian M. Love Interim Chief City Clerk Dated: January 22, 2015 SAN GABRIEL SUN
NOTICE OF NOMINEES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE 關於公共職務候選人的通知 茲通知如下：定於 2015年 3月3日（星期二）在 San Gabriel 市舉行 普通 市級選舉，屆時將對以下公共職務候選人進行投票表 決。 競選市議會議員
投票支持不超過兩個
John R. Harrington Denise Menchaca Juli Lynn Costanzo s/Vivian M. Love 市書記員 日期： January 22, 2015 SAN GABRIEL SUN
NOTIFICACIÓN DE LOS CANDIDATOS PARA LOS CARGOS PÚBLICOS POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO de que se han designado las siguientes personas para los cargos que han de ser cubiertos en la Elección Municipal General que se llevará a cabo en la Ciudad de San Gabriel el martes, marzo 3, de 2015. Para Miembro del Concejo Municipal
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John R. Harrington Denise Menchaca Juli Lynn Costanzo S/Vivian M. Love Secretaria Municipal Fechada: 22 de enero de 2015 SAN GABRIEL SUN
THÔNG BÁO VỀ NHỮNG NGƯỜI ĐƯỢC ĐỀ CỬ RA TRANH VÀO CHỨC VỤ CÔNG THEO ĐÂY LÀ THÔNG BÁO rằng những người sau đây đã được đề cử ra tranh vào các chức vụ cần bầu trong Cuộc Bầu Cử Thành Phố loại Tổng Tuyển Cử được tổ chức tại Thành Phố San Gabriel vào ngày Thứ Ba, ngày 3 tháng 3 năm 2015. Chức Vụ Ủy Viên Hội Đồng Thành Phố Bầu không quá hai người John R. Harrington Denise Menchaca Juli Lynn Costanzo s/Vivian M. Love Thư Ký Thành Phố- Tạm Thời Ngày: January 22, 2015 SAN GABRIEL SUN
Temple City Notices
CITY OF TEMPLE CITY CITY COMMISSION VACANCY The Temple City City Council is seeking applications from the community to fill one (1) vacancy on the Planning Commission and one (1) vacancy on the Public Arts Commission with unexpired term of office ending June 30, 2016. The Planning Commission consists of five (5) members appointed for two-year terms of office. Commissioners must be residents and
BeaconMediaNews.com qualified electors of Temple City at the time of their appointment by the City Council and remain so for their entire period of service. All City Commissioners are appointed by the City Council and serve at the pleasure of said Council. The Public Arts Commission consist of seven (7) members appointed for two-year or three-year terms of office. Commissioners must be residents or business owners in the community at the time of their appointment by the City Council and remain so for their entire period of service. All City Commissioners are appointed by the City Council and serve at the pleasure of said Council. Interested candidates should be visual arts professionals (e.g. curator, arts educator, architect, design professional), practicing professional artists, or those just interested in public art. If you are interested in serving on either Commission, please call 626-285-2171 or come by the City Clerk’s Office for an application. The Commission application is also available on the City’s website: www.templecity.us. The deadline for receiving applications is 6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2015. Publish: January 21, 2015 TEMPLE CITY TRIBUNE
Rosemead City Notices CITY OF ROSEMEAD NOTICE INVITING BIDS PROJECT No. 2014-15 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the CITY OF ROSEMEAD, California, will receive sealed bids up to 10:30 o’clock a.m. on Wednesday, the 4th day of February, 2015, and they will be publicly opened at 11:00 a.m. for MONTEBELLO BLVD./TOWNE CENTER DRIVE RESURFACING MEDIAN AND LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT No. 21018 The project consist of Cold Mill, ARHM overlay, miscellaneous concrete work, survey well monuments, striping, landscape, irrigation and other related work as described in the Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents, by this reference, made a part hereof. The engineer’s estimate for this project is $550,000.00. The successful bidder shall have FORTY-FIVE (45) calendar days to complete the work. Liquidated damages shall be $500.00 per working day. Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of the City Clerk of the CITY OF ROSEMEAD, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770, (626) 569-2177, for a non-refundable charge of $25.00 and $40.00 if mailing is requested. All prospective bidders must register with the office of the City Clerk’s in order for your bid to be considered responsive. Pursuant to SB834 (Stat. 2014, Chapter 28) The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) monitors compliance and prevailing wage requirements on public works project. All Contractors and Subcontractors must be currently registered with the DIR in order to be eligible to be considered for this public works contract. Each bid must be accompanied by a bidder’s security in an amount not less than 10% of the amount of the bid, as a guarantee that the bidder will, if awarded the Contract, enter into a satisfactory agreement and provide a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each not less than 100% of the total amount of the bid price. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty-one (61) days after the above bid opening date. The CITY OF ROSEMEAD will affirmatively insure the disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex or national origin in the consideration for an award. Any contract entered into pursuant to this notice will incorporate the provisions of the State Labor Code. Compliance with the prevailing rates of wage and apprenticeship employment standards established by the State Director of Industrial Relations will be required. Bidders shall be licensed in accordance with the provision of Chapter 9, Division 111 of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California. Bidder shall have a Class “A” license in good standing at the time Bids are received. The Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality, technical defect, or minor irregularity in any bid submitted. An award of service shall not be final until the bids have been reviewed and a Contract Agreement with the City has been signed by the lowest responsible bidder and by the City. Award of Service Agreement is proposed for February 10th, 2015. Dated this _______________________________,2015. ________________________________ GLORIA MOLLEDA
CITY CLERK Publish: January 22nd & 29th, 2015. ROSEMEAD READER
CITY OF ROSEMEAD NOTICE INVITING BIDS PROJECT No. 2015-03 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the CITY OF ROSEMEAD, California, will receive sealed bids up to 10:30 o’clock a.m. on Wednesday, the 4th day of February, 2015, and they will be publicly opened at 11:00 a.m. for DUFF PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT The project consist of the installation of 20 feet high and 8 feet high fence for a baseball field, miscellaneous concrete work, and other related work as described in the Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents, by this reference, made a part hereof. The engineer’s estimate for this project is $75,000.00. The successful bidder shall have THIRTY (30) calendar days to complete the work. Liquidated damages shall be $500.00 per working day. Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of the City Clerk of the CITY OF ROSEMEAD, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770, (626) 569-2177, for a non-refundable charge of $25.00 and $40.00 if mailing is requested. All prospective bidders must register with the office of the City Clerk’s in order for your bid to be considered responsive. Pursuant to SB834 (Stat. 2014, Chapter 28) The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) monitors compliance and prevailing wage requirements on public works project. All Contractors and Subcontractors must be currently registered with the DIR in order to be eligible to be considered for this public works contract. Each bid must be accompanied by a bidder’s security in an amount not less than 10% of the amount of the bid, as a guarantee that the bidder will, if awarded the Contract, enter into a satisfactory agreement and provide a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each not less than 100% of the total amount of the bid price. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty-one (61) days after the above bid opening date. The CITY OF ROSEMEAD will affirmatively insure the disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex or national origin in the consideration for an award. Any contract entered into pursuant to this notice will incorporate the provisions of the State Labor Code. Compliance with the prevailing rates of wage and apprenticeship employment standards established by the State Director of Industrial Relations will be required. Bidders shall be licensed in accordance with the provision of Chapter 9, Division 111 of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California. Bidder shall have a Class “A OR B” license in good standing at the time Bids are received. The Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality, technical defect, or minor irregularity in any bid submitted. An award of service shall not be final until the bids have been reviewed and a Contract Agreement with the City has been signed by the lowest responsible bidder and by the City. Award of Service Agreement is proposed for February 10th, 2015. Dated this _______________________________,2015. _______________________________ GLORIA MOLLEDA CITY CLERK Publish: January 22nd & 29th, 2015. Publish: January 22nd & 29th, 2015. ROSEMEAD READER
Probate Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF GLORIA FUERTE Case No. BP158753
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of GLORIA FUERTE A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Armando T. Fuerte in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS AN-GELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Armando T. Fuerte be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under
the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal rep-resentative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or con-sented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on Feb. 10, 2015 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 5 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. IF YOU OBJECT to the grant-
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ing of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representa-tive, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the Califor-nia Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or ac-count as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: CAMERON SANCHEZ ESQ SBN 179135 LAW OFFICE OF CAMERON SANCHEZ 2440 S HACIENDA BL #208 HACIENDA HEIGHTS CA 91745 CN907038 Published Jan 15,19,22, 2015 AZUSA BEACON
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ERMA S. RAMIREZ aka ERMA S. CISNEROS Case No. BP158942
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ERMA S. RAMIREZ aka ERMA S. CISNEROS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Esperanza Amaya in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Esperanza Amaya be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal rep-resentative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on Feb. 13, 2015 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 29 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representa-tive, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the Califor-nia Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: EUGENE S. ALAKANA, ESQ. SBN 60411
LAW OFFICES OF EUGENE S ALKANA 131 N EL MOLINO AVE STE 310 PASADENA CA 91101 CN906620 Published Jan 22,26,29, 2015 MONROVIA WEEKLY
Public Notices ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Catherine Anne Evans FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES018494 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 600 East Broadway, Glendale, Ca Glendale Courthouse TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Catherine Anne Evans filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Catherine Anne Evans to Proposed name Catherine Evans Stanislawski 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a.Date: 02-25-15 Time: 8:30 AM Dept: D Room: - b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: ARCADIA WEEKLY DATED: January 09, 2015 Mary Thornton House JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 2015 ARCADIA WEEKLY Notice of Public Sale Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Thursday January 29 2015 Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located at: Stor America – Arcadia 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, CA 91006 Diemer, Brian K. 3:00 pm Keosababian, Robert J. Scott, Angela D. Qualls Jr., Dwayne E. Leal, Cecilia Fuentes, Anita A. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 15th, of January and 22nd, of January 2015 by StorAmerica – Arcadia, 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, Ca. 91006 (626) 303-3000 1/15, 1/22/15 CNS-2706519# ARCADIA WEEKLY Notice of Public Sale Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Friday January 30, 2015 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located at: StorAmerica – Duarte 2250 Central Ave Duarte CA 91010 4:50 pm Glover, Renee Grossman, Richard Mcinnis, Mary L. Adolphus, Rosalyn C. Robertson Jr., Harold E. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 15th, of January and 22nd, of January 2015 by StorAmerica, 2250 Central Ave Duarte, Ca. 91010 (626) 930-0036 1/15, 1/22/15 CNS-2706514# ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 001430-KI (1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described. (2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: SHAANXI GOURMET INC, 8518 VALLEY BLVD, #B102, ROSEMEAD, CA 91770 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: SAME AS BUSINESS AS ABOVE (4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: WAYS INVESTMENTS, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, LOCATED AT 740 E. COLORADO BLVD, #203, PASADENA, CA 91101 (5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are: FIXTURE, FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENTS of that certain business located at: 8518 VALLEY BLVD, #B102, ROSEMEAD, CA 91770 (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at said location is: SHAANXI GOURMET (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is FEBRUARY 9, 2015, at the office of OLYMPUS ESCROW CORPORATION, 133 E. HUNTINGTON DR, ARCADIA, CA 91006 Escrow No. 001430-KI, Escrow Officer: KITTY IP (8) Claims may be filed with Same as “7” above. (9) The last date for filing claims is: FEBRUARY 6, 2015 (10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code. (11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: N/A DATED: JANUARY 12, 2015 TRANSFEREES: WAYS INVESTMENTS, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LA1495341 ROSEMEAD READER 1/22/15
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Trustee Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7870.20692 Title Order No. NXCA0145553 APN 8528-009-048 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/27/2007. 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 §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 satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor(s): LARRY R. HATHAWAY, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 12/11/2007, as Instrument No. 20072711891, of Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 02/11/2015 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: In the main dining room of the Pomona Masonic Temple, located at 395 South Thomas Street, Pomona, CA The purported property address is: 1472 3 RANCH RD, DUARTE, CA 91010 Assessors Parcel No. 8528-009-048 The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $289,831.71. 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, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee. 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 877-484-9942 or visit this Internet Web site www.USAForeclosure.com or www.Auction.com using the file number assigned to this case 7870.20692. 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. Date: January 2, 2015 NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC., as Trustee Victoria Gutierrez, Authorized Signatory 1241 E. Dyer Road, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92705 Reinstatement and Pay-Off Requests: (866) 387-NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE NWTS ORDER # 7870.20692: 01/08/2015,01/15/201 5,01/22/2015 DUARTE DISPATCH T.S. No.: 2013-01390-CA Loan No.: 7090302188 A.P.N.:8529-012-091 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文 件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문 서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/26/2004. 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. Trustor: Tritia Black, A Single Woman Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 11/09/2004 as Instrument No. 04 2903349 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 02/04/2015 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER
PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $301,757.53 WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt More fully described in said Deed of Trust Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1824 Huntington Drive, Duarte, CA 91010 A.P.N.: 8529-012-091 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $301,757.53. 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. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 this 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 (866)-9608299 or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2013-01390-CA. 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 Date: December 22, 2014 Western Progressive, LLC , as Trustee C/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866)960-8299 http://www. altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530_____________________ THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. APP1412-CA-2363250 1/8/2015 1/15/2015 1/22/2015 ARCADIA WEEKLY T.S. No. 14-29777 APN: 8628-016-011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/17/2007. 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 a 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 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. 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. Trustor: ALEX POSADA, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: LAW OFFICES OF LES ZIEVE Deed of Trust recorded 5/25/2007 as Instrument No. 20071274576 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale:1/29/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, CA. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $586,986.90 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 6142 North Ranger Drive Azusa, CA 91702 Described as follows: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust A.P.N #.: 8628-016-011 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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. 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 (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-29777. 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. Dated: 12/31/2014 Law Offices of Les Zieve, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: (714) 573-1965 www.priorityposting.com Christine O'Brien, Trustee Sale Officer THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE P1125986 1/8, 1/15, 01/22/2015 AZUSA BEACON T.S. No. 14-27347 APN: 8580-013-012 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/21/2006. 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 a 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 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. 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. Trustor: RACHEL P MORGAN, A SINGLE WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: LAW OFFICES OF LES ZIEVE Deed of Trust recorded 12/29/2006 as Instrument No. 06 2892002 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale:1/29/2015 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $559,897.09 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 3038 CENTRAL AVENUE EL MONTE, CALIFORNIA 91733-1318 Described as follows: As more fully described on said
Deed of Trust. A.P.N #.: 8580-013-012 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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. 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 (714) 848-9272 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-27347. 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. Dated: 1/6/2015 Law Offices of Les Zieve, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: (714) 848-9272 www.elitepostandpub.com__________________ Christine O'Brien, Trustee Sale Officer THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. EPP 10955 1/8, 1/15, 1/22/2015. EL MONTE EXAMINER APN: 5372-013-028 T.S. No. 013203-CA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 7/13/2007. 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 On 2/4/2015 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 7/23/2007, as Instrument No. 20071735189, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: YIK HONG HUI, AND HELEN HUI, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4622 DELTA AVE ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-0000 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $545,808.10 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. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 013203CA. 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. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 4777869 CLEAR RECON CORP. CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 EXHIBIT A THE NORTH 50 FEET OF THE SOUTH 200 FEET OF LOTS 1 IN BLOCK B, OF TRACT NO. NO. 5808, IN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 64, PAGE(S) 94 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. 500468 / 013203-CA STOX. 01-15-2015, 01-22-2015, 01-29-2015. ROSEMEAD READER NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No. 14-2667-11 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包 含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서 에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/18/2006. 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 a 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 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. 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. Trustor: DEMETRIA LYSETTE GRAVES, A SINGLE WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 9/26/2006 as Instrument No. 06 2132428 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1122 CALLE MALAGA DUARTE, CA 91010 A.P.N.: 8604-021-037 Date of Sale: 2/19/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Vineyard Ballroom, Doubletree Hotel Los AngelesNorwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $370,108.81, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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. 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
BeaconMediaNews.com 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 (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site www.auction. com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-2667-11. 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. Date: 1/9/2015 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: (800) 280-2832 Auction.com Frank Escalera, Team Lead NPP0240617 To: DUARTE DISPATCH 01/15/2015, 01/22/2015, 01/29/2015 DUARTE DISPATCH T.S. No.: 9411-7985 TSG Order No.: 8438074 A.P.N.: 8567-010-037 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/29/2006. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 04/07/2006 as Document No.: 06 0763138, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: SHARON LAN, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 02/10/2015 at 10:00 AM Sale Location: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 11737 FERRIS ROAD, EL MONTE, CA 91732-2603 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, 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 said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $486,864.68 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. 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, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www. nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9411-7985. Information about postpone-
BeaconMediaNews.com ments 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. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Vanessa Gomez, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0240717 To: EL MONTE EXAMINER 01/15/2015, 01/22/2015, 01/29/2015 EL MONTE EXAMINER T.S. No. 14-1280-11 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包 含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서 에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/14/2005. 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 a 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 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. 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. See attached Exhibit “A” for Legal Description EXHIBIT “A” All That Certain Real Property Situated In The County Of Los Angeles, State Of California, Described As Follows: A Condominium Comprised Of: A. An Undivided 1/90th Interest In And To Lot 1 Of Tract No. 31431, In The City Of Arcadia, County Of Los Angeles, State Of California, As Per Map Recorded In Book 842 Pages 63 And 64 Of Maps, In The Office Of The County Recorder Of Said County. Except Units 1 To 90 Inclusive As Shown And Defined On The Condominium Plan Recorded October 25, 1974 As Instrument No. 538, Official Records. Except Therefrom All Oil, Gas, Minerals, And Other Hydrocarbon Substances Lying Below The Surface Of Said Land, But With No Right Of Surface Entry As Provided In Deeds Of Record. B. Unit 57 As Shown And Defined On The Condominium Plan Above Mentioned. Trustor: YUNG TAK OH, A SINGLE MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 10/21/2005 as Instrument No. 05 2540974 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 588 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE UNIT D ARCADIA, CA 91007 A.P.N.: 5778-003-097 Date of Sale: 2/19/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Vineyard Ballroom, Doubletree Hotel Los AngelesNorwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $392,285.68, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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. 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 encour-
aged 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 (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site www.auction. com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-1280-11. 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. Date: 1/14/2015 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: (800) 280-2832 Auction.com Frank Escalera, Team Lead NPP0240845 To: ARCADIA WEEKLY 01/22/2015, 01/29/2015, 02/05/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA14-608984-JP Order No.: 140002601-CAMAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/11/2007. 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): REYNALDO TORRES, A SINGLE MAN AND GUADALUPE ALBA, A SINGLE WOMAN, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 1/23/2007 as Instrument No. 20070136423 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 2/13/2015 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $525,835.64 The purported property address is: 703 FIELDVIEW AVE, DUARTE, CA 91010 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8610-003-029 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 714-730-2727 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: CA-14-608984-JP . 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: 714-730-2727 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-608984-JP IDSPub #0076118 1/22/2015 1/29/2015 2/5/2015 DUARTE DISPATCH NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA14-638224-BF Order No.: 140192742-CAVOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/21/2005. 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): ALFONSO F. GARCIA, A SINGLE MAN AND JOSE ANTONIO RUIZ, A SINGLE MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 12/5/2005 as Instrument No. 05 2958424 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 11/20/2013 as Instrument No. 20131656341 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 2/13/2015 at 9:00 A.M. Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $526,639.69 The purported property address is: 333 N VERNON AVE, AZUSA, CA 91702 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8616-018-009 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 714-573-1965 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: CA-14-638224-BF . 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: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-638224-BF IDSPub #0075657 1/22/2015 1/29/2015 2/5/2015 AZUSA BEACON APN: 8513-007-049 T.S. No. 019628-CA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 9/25/2006. 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 On 2/17/2015 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 10/2/2006, as Instrument No. 06-2184802, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: GUADALUPE C. ZAMORANOREAGIN, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Lot 11 Tract 13729 in the County of Los Angeles, State of California Book 326 Pages 39 and 40 of Maps in the Office of the County Recorder. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 314 EAST EL SUR STREET MONROVIA, CA 91016 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $458,680.52 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. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 019628-CA. 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. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869
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CLEAR RECON CORP. CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200San Diego, California 92117. STOX 01-222015 , 01-29-2015, 02-05-2015. 500497 / 019628-CA MONROVIA WEEKLY T.S. No.: 14-0701 Loan No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/13/2006 AND MORE FULLY DESCRIBED BELOW. 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 payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States (payable to Attorney Lender Services, Inc.) will be held by the duly appointed Trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. 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. Trustor: SHAHIN DAVOODI, AND ELSIK GRIGORIAN NAMAGERDI, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Trustee: ATTORNEY LENDER SERVICES, INC. Recorded 12/26/2006 as Instrument No.062861126 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 2/13/2015 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $611,365.86 The purported property address is: 915 EAST LEMON AVENUE MONROVIA, CA 91016 A.P.N.: 8526-002-032 The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county wherein the real property is located and more than three (3) months have elapsed since such recordation. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown above, 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 Trustee’s 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. 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 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:I/salestrack.tdsf.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, 14-0701 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. Date: 1/15/2015 ATTORNEY LENDER SERVICES, INC. Diane Weifenbach, Trustee Sale Officer 5120 E. LaPalma Avenue, #209 Anaheim CA 92807 Telephone: 714-695-6637 Sales Line: 888-988-6736 Sales Website: http:// salestrack.tdsf.com This office is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. TAC: 971288 PUB: 1/22, 1/29, 2/05/15 MONROVIA WEEKLY
Fictitious Business Name Filings FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2014344572 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as M&L HAIR CARE, 6332 Rosemead Blvd , Temple CIty, CA 91780. This business is conducted by an individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact
business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Tang Lam. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on December 5, 2014. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly January 1, 2015, January 8, 2015, January 15, 2015, January 22, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2014355828 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as GENESIS MACHINING, 5277 N. Vincent Ave #36-37 , Irwindale, CA 91702. This business is conducted by an individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Jose Amparo Olalde-Lopez. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on December 18, 2014. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly January 15, 2015, January 22, 2015, January 29, 2015, February 5, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2014353763 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as EXTRA CONDENSED; AT GRAGIX, 838 Pine Ave, Suite 512 , Long Beach, CA 90813. This business is conducted by an individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Jeffrey Rockwell. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on December 16, 2015. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly January 15, 2015, January 22, 2015, January 29, 2015, February 5, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2014353077 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as VIP AUTO CUSTOMS GLENDORA, 125 E. Arrow Hwy , Glendora, CA 91740. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: VIP Auto Customs Inc (CA), 125 E. Arrow Hwy , Glendora, CA 91740; Robert Correa, CFO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on December 16, 2014. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly January 15, 2015, January 22, 2015, January 29, 2015, February 5, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015010235 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BAKE CODE, 140 W Valley Blvd, Unit 101 , san Gabriel, CA 91776. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Bake Code 101 Inc (CA), 140 W Valley Blvd, Unit 101 , san Gabriel, CA 91776; Kaihong Yong, CEO. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on January 13, 2015. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly January 22, 2015, January 29, 2015, February 5, 2015, February 12, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2014360452 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BLOSSOM LOS ANGELES, 1927 South Third Ave , Arcadia, CA 91006. This business is conducted by an individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Mladenka Grgic. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on December 24, 2014. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly January 22, 2015, January 29, 2015, February 5, 2015, February 12, 2015
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LA HABRA
$59,888
Floral Business with huge upside potential. Owner operated business since 2000. Owner needs to retire due to illness. Business has a solid clientele such as City Services, Local Schools, Colleges and many Churches. (F2047) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451
ARCADIA
$588,000
Well maintained (remodeled in 2007) home located in a very quiet and convenient area, close by WASC accredited Arcadia private school ! 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms, 2-car detached garage; New wood floor thought-out. New counter tops, new appliances, new bath rooms, new windows and new sliding back door. Nice back yard with pa tio, BBQ stand and in ground Jacuzzi. Workshop behind garage. (L2878) For any questions call Peter Wang 626-807-6725 CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC (626) 445-0123
$575,000
This lovely home features 4 bed/2ba, formal living room w/ vaulted ceilings, large family room (with fireplace and direct access to the patio and pool area) opens to the kitchen and dining area. The backyard was designed for entertaining with several patio areas and ample decking around the pool. Located on a quiet cul de sac in the desirable Arroyo Windsor neighborhood and nearby Rose Bowl, JPL and hiking/bike trails. (VIS) CENTURY 21 EARLL, LTD. (626) 301-1888
$569,000
Great 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath pool home in a wonderful neighborhood. Remodeled kitchen, large family room with fireplace and wet bar, open floor plan, FA/CA, covered patio, pool and spa plus 2 car attached garage. 2,246 sq.ft. with coveted schools. (D1145) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451
ALTADENA
$499,000
This 3BR/2BA home features over 1700 sqft of living space. Situated on a large lot with a detached garage, large rear yard and additional storage behind the garage. Central A/C and Heating. (DEV) CENTURY 21 EARLL, LTD. (626) 301-1888
COVINA
$399,000
DUARTE
$390,000
MONROVIA
$369,000
DUARTE
$365,000
AGUA DULCE
$288,800
LAKE ARROWHEAD
$285,000
BANNING
$275,000
ARCADIA
$140,000
This single story is a great starter home. Great neigbors. Large back yard, fenced in property. Updated kitchen with granite counters and new cabinets. Bathrooms have tiled floors and newer fixtures. Covered patio. Two car garage. (C1370) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451
Beautiful 12.5 acres in Agua Dulce with plenty of room to build your dream ranch, horse stables, barn; the possibilities are endless. Two large areas to build 2 homes, if lots were split. There is electricity already on the property. On neighbors property, there is a high-producing well. Property line is 100ft from paved access road. (T0) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451
LA PUENTE $52,000 Double wide mobile home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, formal dining room, kitchen w/pantry and dishwasher. Central air and heating. 1 shed and room for 3 car parking. Community pool, spa, club house. (T17350) For any question call Gwendolyn Highley 909-615-2399 CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC (626) 445-0123
Located in the City of Duarte next to Monrovia. Charming single home, Two bedrooms and one bath, formal dining area and living room; office room, fire place. Central A/C, Huge back yard, Sprinklers, outdoor patio, two cars garage door.(C445) For any questions call Adelina Oyama 626-422-9850 CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC (626) 445-0123
Recently updated townhome is located near shopping, restaurants with view of foothills. Features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, two level, updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. French doors in kitchen open to private garden, breeze way between garage and home. (H1049) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451
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Sun Lakes Country Club 55+. Active Adult Gated Community with NO MELLO ROOS ! Energy Efficient, 2 Master BR/2BA, Den or Office Built in 2003 ! New Carpeting, Freshly Painted, Solar Panels, Premium Corner Lot. 2 Golf Courses, 3 Club Houses, 3 Pools (one indoor), 2 Restaurants, Tennis, Paddle Tennis, Bocce Ball and a variety of Clubs… Activities Galore! Fully Finished 2 Car Garage with Epoxy Flooring and added space for Golf Cart. More amenities! (SAW) CENTURY 21 EARLL, LTD. (626) 301-1888
YORBA LINDA
PASADENA
Fabulous Lake Arrowhead home with Lake Rights. Built in 1990 with wonderful open and bright floor plan. Living area with a great decorative fireplace. Kitchen with newer appliances and breakfast bar opens to a large dining area. Spacious 3 bedrooms including a master bedroom, all with walk in closets. Laundry room. Attached 2 car garage. Close to beautiful private parks and recreation, hiking and biking trails. (G171)
$4,000.00 MO.
This beautiful home is move in ready. Features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, Gourmet kitchen w/granite counters, large formal dining room, grand dual staircase. Overlooks Black Gold Golf Club Hills. Includes: microwave, dishwasher, and range. Huge backyard, 3 car garage. (B17450) For any questions call Alex Eskandar 626-482-5002 CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC (626) 445-0123
$3500.00 MO.
Prestigious Huntington Oak Grove Estate Townhome with excellent San Marino Schools. Remodeled Kitchen, Hardwood floors throughout entire 2nd floor. Huge Master Bedroom and walking closet. 2nd bedroom also has own bath. downstairs has bedroom could be den or office. wet bar. fireplace. Living room opens to back community garden and pool area. Large Patio.(L3213) For any questions call Young Ahn (626)688-7844 CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC (626) 445-0123
CENTURY 21 Earll, Ltd Arcadia 626.301.1888 century21earll.com
CENTURY 21 Ludecke, Inc. Arcadia 626.445.0123 c21ludecke.com
CENTURY 21 Village Realty Sierra Madre 626.355.1451 c21village.com
CalBRE# : 01154618
CalBRE# : 01360316
CalBRE# : 01360317
This turnkey upgraded three-level home features 1521 sq. ft of living space, 2 master bedrooms, 3 remodeled baths, large family room, living room w/ fireplace, dining room, kitchen w/ granite counters, 2 private patios, wood laminate floors, high ceilings, central air and heat, 2 car attached garage w/laundry area, pool and spa.(H1 943) For any questions call Stephanie Parker 626-833-9094 CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC (626) 445-0123
Amazing opportunity to own a well-established, dry cleaning business in a prime location of Arcadia. Fixtures and equipment included in the sale. Call for more info. (HUN) CENTURY 21 EARLL, LTD. (626) 301-1888
ALHAMBRA
$3,238.00 MO
COMMERCIAL LEASE Excellent location for retail store or office in downtown Alhambra. Near Edward Renaissance Theater, major bank, pharmacy and fitness center. Call for more information. (MAI) CENTURY 21 EARLL, LTD. (626) 301-1888
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