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Supreme Court Rules Same-Sex Marriage Legal in United States; Supporters Hail Civil Rights Victory
Scores of area residents let their feelings be heard loud and clear Friday evening at Lake Avenue Gold Line station.
In a landmark opinion, a divided Supreme Court ruled Friday that states cannot ban same-sex marriage, establishing a new civil right and handing gay rights advocates a victory that until very
recently would have seemed unthinkable. Word travelled fast and Pasadena Pride Center along with Planned Parenthood quickly mobilized a small celebration at the Metro Lake
Ave Gold Line Station Friday night. Scores of men, women, and children held up signs like “Love Wins” and “Equal Rights” and even a couple of “ Monks 4 Eqaulity [sic]”
Special Victims Bureau Investigating Sexual Assault on Metro Bus, Suspect Arrested Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Special Victims Bureau detectives are investigating the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl on a Metro Bus that occurred Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 1:53 p.m. The victim and her family were traveling on Metro Line 152 on Roscoe Boulevard at Laurel Canyon Boulevard, Los Angeles, when a man stood behind her and sexually assaulted her. The victim immediately notified her mother of the crime and the family followed the suspect onto another bus as he was attempting to flee. While on the second bus, Los Angeles Police Department Officers detained
the suspect pending the arrival of Transit Policing Division deputies. The victim positively identified the suspect as the person who assaulted her. The suspect, 57-yearold John Griego, was arrested for Lewd and Lascivious Acts on a Minor and booked at the Los Angeles County Jail and is being held without bail. Suspect Griego is also a registered sex offender. Special Victims Bureau detectives believe there may be additional victims of sexual assaults committed by Sus-
pect Griego. If you believe you have been a victim or have information regarding additional victims, please contact Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Special Victims Bureau, Sergeant Peter Hahn, (562) 619-0478. If you wish to remain anonymous, call “LA Crime Stoppers” by dialing 800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also text the letters “TIPLA” plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or use the websitehttp://lacrimestoppers. org.
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to the sounds of commuters honking their horns in solidarity on the commute home. George Takei of Star Trek fame had this to say last Friday morning on his Facebook
account: “Oh Happy Day! The Supreme Court has ruled 5-4 that marriage equality is the law of the United States. Yes, ALL of these United States. I have waited decades for this day, and my heart is full of joy
Majority Leader Holden Names 80-Year-Old La Verne Resident Veteran of the Year Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena) honored 80-year-old Air Force veteran Jefferson Hill at a Sacramento ceremony recently for his years of service both in the Air Force and in his community. “In recognition of his outstanding service to his country and his community, I am pleased to recognize Jefferson Hill as Veteran of the Year for the 41st Assembly District,” said Assemblymember Holden. “Jefferson served his country with distinction, earning many honors during his 22-year career. But it is his exemplary service and commitment to his community and his fellow Vets that continues to make such an impact” Please see page 5
Wildlife Waystation Waiting for CUP By Jennifer Schlueter A good five miles off San Gabriel Valley neighborhoods, the Wildlife Waystation is embedded into the midst of the dry hills of the Los Angeles National Forest. Run by director Martine Colette, this animal sanctuary houses hundreds of neglected animals from all over the world – tigers, lions, chimpanzees and other exotics as well as goats, llamas and raccoons, etc., on 160 acres of land. Colette began taking in abandoned animals in the mid-sixties, and opened the Wildlife Waystation about a decade later. For a few years now, the place, which once welcomed busloads of peo-
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ple, has been shut down. Colette says that they are waiting on their Conditional Use Permit (CUP) from the County to officially reopen the sanctuary, which could take any time between 8 and 18 months. The CUP
would help to revive funding as well as provide children and adults with an important education about wildlife. During our visit, a close Please see page 4
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A day-by-day look at events and activities in the San Gabriel Valley this week. July 22(Thursday) July (Thursday)
Jammin’ with Crafts at the Library (July 2, July 16, and July 30 @ 2:30 to 4 p.m., or while supplies last, Cay Mortensen Auditorium, Arcadia Public Library, 20 W. Duarte Rd.) Kids will learn to make music themed crafts. Adults must accompany younger children and assist them in making the crafts. You can drop-in at any time. For more information, visit http:// library.ci.arcadia.ca.us. – ARCADIA Comic Book Workshop (July 2 @ 1:30 to 3 p.m., Reese Hall, Alhambra Library, 101 S. First St.) Teens will learn about comic books and the process of making one. Participants will receive a free pencil set. Please register at the Teen Summer Reading desk in person in the Summer Reading Central to attend. Call (626) 570-5008 for more information. – ALHAMBRA
Marble Magnets & Origami Boxes (July 2 @ 6 to 7 p.m., South El Monte Library, 1430 N. Central Ave.) Part of our Adult Summer Reading Program, this event will teach participants to create personalized magnets and fold origami boxes to hold magnets and other small items. For more information, email Roberta Marquez at RIMarquez@library.lacounty.gov. – SOUTH EL MONTE Anime Expo (July 2-5, Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St.) Come to the 24th Anime Expo 2015 and explore more than 300 exhibitions, screenings and concerts. Hear panels and talk to guests from the anime/manga world. View the premiere of Sailor Moon Crystal and the latest Dragon Ball film. Japanese pop star Momoiro Clover Z will make an appearance. Visit www.anime-expo.org for details on ticket prices, schedule, guest listings and more. – LOS ANGELES
July (Friday) July 33(Friday)
PMCA 123 Free First Fridays (July 3 @ noon to 5 p.m., Pasadena Museum of California Art, 490 E. Union St.) Come and view art at the Pasadena Museum of California Art for free all day. Some current exhibitions include “Someday is Now: The Art of Corita Kent” and “Alexandra Grant and Steve Roden: These Carnations Defy Language”. Please call (626) 568-3665 or visit www.pmcaonline.org for more information. – PASADENA
626 Night Market (July 3 & 4, 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., July 5 @ 4 to 11 p.m., Santa Anita Park, 285 W. Huntington Drive) Spend July Fourth weekend at the 626 Night Market, which is the original and largest Asian-themed night market in the U.S. Stroll through the Santa Anita Park and enjoy hundreds of food booths, crafts, arts, games, music and attractions. Free parking. Admission costs $3, and children six and under are free. For more information, email
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Rosemead 5K (July 4 @ 7 a.m., starting place at Valley Boulevard directly in front of Rosemead City Hall, 8838 Valley Blvd.) This race supports veterans of the armed forces. This year, Rosemead 5K is working to raise enough money to fund scholarships for veterans who are currently enrolled at Cal State LA. Registration fees have increased since registration opened on April 1. You can register on July 4. $35 for the 5K, $15 for Kids Run and $10 for Tot Trot. Cash only. Please visit www.rosemead5k.com for more information. – ROSEMEAD
4th of July Concert & Fireworks Show (July 4 @ 3 p.m., Library Park, 321 S. Myrtle Ave.) The city of Monrovia will host its free Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show, which features the band Person to Person. The concert will start from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fireworks will start at 9 p.m. and last about 20 minutes. You may reserve a spot no larger than 10-by-10 feet at the park and that spot must be supervised at all times. The City is also hosting a decorating contest. You can decorate your 10-by-10 spot with a chance to win an award in these three categories: Most Creative, Most Patriotic, and Judges Award. Please visit http:// www.cityofmonrovia.org/recreation/page/4th-july-concertfireworks-show for more information on the contest and the show. – MONROVIA July 55(Sunday) July (Sunday)
Sierra Madre Concerts in the Park 2015: Local Talent (July 5 @ 6 to 8 p.m., Memorial Park, 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.) This concert features a variety of local music, sponsored by Sierra Madre Music. Food will be provided by Corfu & The Ice Princess. Be sure to bring lawn chairs and blankets and support local organizations that may provide refreshments. For more information, call (626) 355-7135. – SIERRA MADRE
Theatre 360 Presents Aladdin Jr. (July 5 @ 2 p.m., Theatre 360, 75 N. Marengo Ave.) A musical adventure featuring all the favorite characters from the Disney movie Aladdin, such as Aladdin, Jasmine, Iago, Jafar and the Genie. Tickets cost $15 for reserved admission. For more information call (626) 5775922, or visit www.theatre360. org. – PASADENA
July 6 (Monday) July 6 (Monday)
Beginning African Drumming (July 6, 13 and 20 @ 3 p.m., La Pintoresca Branch, Pasadena, 1355 N. Raymond Ave.) A program for all ages, this class will be taught by educator, musician, storyteller and artist Onochie Chukwurah. Drums are provided. This program will likely be popular, so space is limited. To sign up, call (626)
744-7268. – PASADENA
July July7 7(Tuesday) (Tuesday)
Pasadena Senior Center presents: Janet Klein and her Parlor Boys: (July 7@ 6 p.m.,
gria Band will kick off Duarte’s 2015 Summer Concert Series. It will play top 40, old school, Latin and R&B music. RT. 66 Parade Committee will host a raffle at every concert, food booths open at 6 p.m., and a play area
Editor's Pick of the Week: July 4 Parade – Sierra Madre
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Schedule of Events July 3rd Pre-Party in Memorial Park. Family picnic, beer garden and live music featuring Sierra Madre’s own, Groovy Lemon Pie! 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. July 4th Firecracker Fun Run 8:00 a.m. Women’s Club Breakfast 8:00am-10:00 a.m. Parade 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Community Picnic 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m Sierra Madre 4th of July Committee announce that the 2015 Fourth of July Parade Grand Marshal will be Sierra Madre’s Nina and Clem Bartolai. “The Grand Marshal is a person or persons whose efforts over a long period of time has been beneficial to the community of Sierra Madre. The title of Grand Marshal is intended to honor a person or persons’ volume of work, dedication and overall enhancements to our community.” Nina and Clem have embodied these characteristics for years. Memorial Park band shell, 85 E. Holly St.) The second concert in a series of free concerts held from June 30 to Sept. 1, it features Janet Klein and her Parlor Boys performing popular jazz, ragtime, blues and novelty songs from 1900 to 1930. You do not have to be a member or a senior to attend. The concert lasts an hour. Feel free to bring your own picnic or buy dinner at the BBQ snack bar. For more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call (626) 795-4331. – PASADENA Film Screening: “The Avengers”: (July 7 @ 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Alhambra Library, 101 S. First St.) Come and watch a free screening of The Avengers. Watch the top heroes on Earth work as a team in order to battle Loki and his alien army. For more information, please call (626) 570-5008. – ALHAMBRA July 8 July 8 (Wednesday) (Wednesday)
2015 Summer Concert Series-The Sangria Band (July 8 @ 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Duarte Park, 1344 Bloomdale St.) The San-
will be provided for kids. Bring a lawn chair and blanket out and enjoy the music. The following concert dates are July 15, 22 and 29. For more information, call (626) 357-7931. – DUARTE Chair Yoga (July 8 @ 10 a.m., Cancer Support Community, 200 E. Del Mar Blvd., Ste. 118) Learn how do yoga using a chair. For yoga lovers or people who want to learn yoga but have trouble with balance or with getting on and off the floor. Kathy Eastwood, RN and certified yoga instructor, will lead the class. For more information, call (626) 796-1083 or visit www.cscpasadena.org. – PASADENA
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Governor’s Military Council Releases Report on California’s National Security Mission Report Outlines State’s Importance to Shifting National Security Priorities After more than 18 months meeting with military and business leaders from around the state, the Governor’s Military Council released a report, “Maintaining and Expanding California’s National Security Mission,” which outlines ways the state can help protect and strengthen the military’s national security role and economic activity in California. “As it has been for decades, our country very much depends on California’s proud military installations, which prepare men and women for military service, drive innovation and stimulate all manner of economic activity,” Governor Brown said. The council has met with base commanders and local military support organizations to explore opportunities to strengthen national security operations in California amid federal budget constraints. The U.S. Department of Defense spends about $70 billion annually in California and has more than 30 major federal installations in the state, employing 360,000 Californians. “California plays an essential role in our national defense,” said former Congresswoman and Under Secretary of State Ellen Tauscher, chair of the Governor’s Military Council. “Our military’s most important testing and training ranges are located here and as defense strategy shifts to the Pacific Region and embraces new technologies, California has become more important than ever to national security.” The recommendations, developed by the council over the last 18 months, aim to enhance the state’s defense and national secu-
rity mission and its benefits to California’s economy and communities while leveraging changes in federal military strategy to position the state to continue innovation and leadership in its military operations. The recommendations include: -Actively engaging federal decision-makers to shape defense budget and policy proposals; -Partnering with other states to strengthen integration of the Southwest defense testing and training complex; -Supporting the aerospace industry, military contractors and other entities that sustain national defense activities in addition to conventional installations; -Maintaining bipartisan support in California’s national security mission; -Encouraging military installations to partner with local governments and companies to reduce operational costs; -Strengthening incentives for veterans and discharging service members to stay in California; -Assisting military installations to expand renewable energy and other shared energy priorities. -----Governor Brown has announced executive action to establish the most ambitious greenhouse gas reduction target in North America – 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030; and -Helping military installations secure reliable water supplies amidst drought and climate change. Governor Brown signed groundwater legislation last year that creates opportunities for federal partners to engage with groundwater management agencies and will help to achieve water security for bases across the state.
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Hundreds of people attended Pasadena Humane Society and SPCA’s second annual “Free Adoption Day” on Tuesday. This year’s event was held in honor of longtime board member Steve Johnson. Adoption fees were waived for all available animals—including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, pocket pets and reptiles--for the entire day. As the shelter fills to capacity during the warmer months, it is important to find new homes for pets as quickly as possible. The 2014 “Free Adoption Day” resulted in the adoption of 29 cats, 13 dogs,
one parakeet, one lovebird, and one chicken. “After last year’s rousing success, we are incredibly excited to be hosting another free adoption day,” says Kevin McManus, adoptions supervisor. “We hope to have just as many, if not more adoptions, this year.” All dog and cat adoptions included spay or neuter surgery, a microchip, and a set of vaccines. The 2015 “Free Adoption Day” coincides with the implementation of a mandatory spay and neuter ordinance in the City of Pasadena. As of July 1st, all dogs and cats six months of age and over
must be spayed and neutered. Pasadena residents will have one year to comply. On Tuesday there was also a chance for residents to see the new Neely Cat Center which has helped enormously with the overpopulation of kittens this time of year. The multi-million dollar facility is capable of caring for the very young mothers and her kittens as well as fostering. Eventually, the kittens are socialized and available for adoption. For more information about spaying/neutering and adoptions, visit www.pasadenahumane.org.
President and CEO Steve R. McNall with Vice Mayor Gene Masuda. – Photos by Terry Miller
Civil Rights Victory in Landmark Ruling by Supreme Court
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and my eyes wet with tears. Let the celebrations begin, and may the happy couples live long and prosper together.” The 78-year-old and his now-husband were among the first gay couples in California to obtain a marriage license, and they wed in the before Prop. 8 kicked in that November and defined mar-
Nearly 46 years to the day after a riot at New York’s Stonewall Inn ushered in the modern gay rights movement, the decision could settle one of the major civil rights fights of this era. The language of Kennedy’s opinion spoke eloquently of the most fundamental values of family, love, and liberty.
riage in the state as between a man and a woman. That law was later found unconstitutional. In a 5-4 ruling, Justice Anthony Kennedy wrote for the majority with the four liberal justices. Each of the four conservative justices wrote their own dissent.
“No union is more profound than marriage, for it embodies the highest ideals of love, fidelity, devotion, sacrifice and family,” Kennedy wrote. “In forming a marital union, two people become something greater than they once were.” State Controller Betty
“Let the celebrations begin, and may the happy couples live long and prosper together.” George Takei
T. Yee Friday issued the following statement on the historic ruling by the United States Supreme Court, which declared marriage for same-sex couples legal nationwide: “I’m thrilled for the millions of families across this nation whose relationships
have been affirmed by today’s Supreme Court ruling, and grateful for the activists and advocates who have fought this battle for so many years. Today’s ruling is, no doubt, a historic milestone in the ongoing struggle to attain true equality at all levels – equal rights, equal oppor-
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Governor Brown Appoints Luis A. Lavin to the Second District Court of Appeal Governor Edmund G. 1987 to 1988 and at McCutchBrown Jr. announced the apen, Doyle, Brown and Enersen pointment of Luis A. Lavin as from 1985 to 1987. He earned associate justice of the Second a Juris Doctor degree from HarDistrict Court of Appeal, Divivard Law School and a Bachelor sion Three. of Science degree from Cornell Lavin, 56, of Los Angeles, University. has served as a judge at the Los Lavin fills the vacancy creAngeles County Superior Court ated by the death of Justice H. since 2001. Lavin served as genWalter Croskey. This position eral counsel at the Los Angeles requires confirmation by the City Ethics Commission from Commission on Judicial Ap1999 to 2001 and as a trial atpointments. The commission torney at the U.S. Department of consists of Chief Justice Tani Justice from 1995 to 1999. He Cantil-Sakauye, Attorney Generwas associate general counsel at al Kamala D. Harris and Senior the Directors Guild of America Presiding Justice Paul Turner. from 1992 to 1995 and served Luis A. Lavin. – Courtesy Photo He will be the first openly gay as an assistant attorney general justice to serve on the Second at the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Of- District Court of Appeal, if confirmed. Lavin is fice from 1990 to 1992. Lavin was an associ- a Democrat. ate at Widett, Slater and Goldman from 1988 The compensation for this position is to 1990, at Testa, Hurwitz and Thibeault from $211,260.
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friend and associate of Colette’s, Jerry Brown - not to be confused with our current governor – and Colette walked us around the sanctuary to show us the animals who call the Wildlife Waystation home. As soon as Colette approached each cage, the animals walked up to her and greeted her with a friendly grunt, excited screams, or rubbing against the fence to receive a soft stroke or a treat. Who would have thought chimpanzees, bears, monkeys, and hyenas alike savor Twizzlers? We also got to see a liger, a man-made cross between a lion and a tiger, copulating tortoises, a three-legged goat, freely
roaming peacocks, cockatoos, and a porcupine. According to Colette, native rattlesnakes peacefully share the space with other animals as well as visiting humans. One of the station’s tigers with a milky eye and a hunchback caught my attention. Colette explained that he was bred solely to pose in photo shoots next to skimpily clad women. Because nobody cared, his poor breeding left him with a deformed back and feet, malfunctioning digestion, and almost blind. Taking pictures with big cats will only encourage more poor breeding; thus, Colette advises: “Don’t take pictures with baby tigers. Even if
it costs you 25 bucks only. Don’t do that because you’re promoting an industry that should not be promoted.” If you want to support the station’s animals, you can volunteer your time, donate food, goods such as rakes and buckets, or money. For more information on how to help, please visit http://wildlifewaystation. org/support.htm . For videos and more pictures of the animals, please visit our websites. You Tube embed: <iframe width=”560” height=”315” src=”https:// www.youtube.com/embed/ kuPTir33D5s” frameborder=”0” allowfullscreen></ iframe>.
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6-Year-Old Paralyzed Boy Delivers 65,000 Anti-SB277 Signatures to Gov. Brown
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson Announces New Leadership Team State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced that Glen Price, a public education expert, and Michelle Zumot, a veteran administrator, will serve as his co-chief deputies of the California Department of Education (CDE). “I am pleased to appoint these two outstanding leaders. They have the skills, experience, talent, and dedication to lead the California Department of Education as it implements huge changes to help all California students,” said Torlakson. Zumot has been the Assistant Chief Deputy, while Price has most recently served as Interim Chief of Staff of CDE. Torlakson said the two work well together and have different strengths that complement each other. Their duties split naturally, he said. Glen Price will take the lead on policy and program issues, while Michelle Zumot will head the operational side. Michelle Zumot has worked for CDE for 12 years in a variety of administrative posts. She has been instrumental in supporting a variety of CDE organizational change efforts and also represents the agency on the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and the California State Teachers’ Retirement System Board of Directors. Glen Price, who owns the Glen Price Group, has more than 30 years of experience in education, strategic planning, and policy development. He has worked for a wide range of agencies on issues involving California teachers, after school programs, and early learning. In addition, he served two terms an elected school board member for the West Contra Costa Unified School District. “Both Michelle and Glen
Otto Coleman is pictured delivering 65,000 signatures of opposition to SB277 to Governor Brown. – Courtesy Photo
Tom Torlakson.
possess the kind of collaborative, inclusive leadership styles that encourage teamwork, while also inspiring and developing individual employees,” Torlakson said. “They know how to bring out the best in CDE employees so all of us can be as effective as possible in serving students, parents, educators, and residents of California.” The state has made great progress in implementing dramatic changes in education funding and academic standards, but has exciting opportunities ahead as it develops a new accountability system and secures stable resources so schools can achieve greatness, Torlakson said. “Glen and Michelle are
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the people to lead CDE and do it in a positive, skilled, and collaborative way. It’s the right way, what I call the California Way,” said Torlakson. “With the two of them leading and supporting the CDE team, I have one more reason to be optimistic about education in California.” Zumot and Price emerged as the right people for the job after the recruiting firm that assisted CDE with this effort conducted a nationwide search for candidates, Torlakson said. The firm sought input from dozens of education leaders around the state. They will begin their new positions on July 9. The two replace Rich Zeiger, who retired in March.
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Hill served as a Senior Master Sergeant in the Air Force for 22 years during both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He then worked for Northrop as an aerospace engineer, earned a Masters in Psychology, and went on to teach at several colleges. His role in helping his fellow Vets remains his big-
gest passion. He is a lifetime member of the VFW, and is a past post-commander. He was instrumental in the campaign to construct the La Verne Veterans Memorial for which they raised $230,000. And last year, as a member of the Veteran’s Committee for the 41st A.D., he helped to organize a Veterans Job
Fair in Claremont. As if that weren’t enough, when he saw a need, he founded the La Verne Meals on Wheels program. Jefferson Hill has been married to his wife Helen for 56 years; they have three children and six grandchildren.
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Eco-Friendly Mosquito Control By Melinda Myers Don’t let mosquitoes keep you from enjoying your garden and outdoor parties. Look for environmentally sound ways to manage these pests in your garden and landscape. Start by eliminating standing water in the yard. Buckets, old tires, clogged gutters and downspouts that hold water make the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. Drain water that collects in these as well as kids’ toys, tarps, and pool covers. Store these items in the garage or turn them over to keep them from becoming a mosquito breeding ground. Even small containers hold enough water for hundreds to thousands of mosquitoes to breed. Change the water in birdbaths at least once a week. Consider installing a small pump to keep water moving to prevent mosquito breeding. Or use an organic mosquito control like Mosquito Dunks and Bits (SummitResponsibleSolutions. com) in rain barrels and water features. The Mosquito Bits quickly knock down the mosquito larval population, while the Mosquito Dunks provide 30 days of control. They are both certified organic and safe for pets, fish, wildlife and children. Wear light colored, loose fitting clothing. These pests are less attracted to the lighter colors and can’t readily reach your skin
through loose clothing. And be sure to cover as much of your skin as possible with long sleeves and pants. Add a few birdhouses to the landscape to bring in the birds. You’ll enjoy their beauty and benefit from their diet of insects, including many garden pests and mosquitoes. Keep the garden weeded. Mosquitoes rest in shrubs, trees and weeds during the day. Removing weeds and managing neglected garden spaces will make your landscape less inviting to these pests. Consider using a personal repellent to protect you against disease-carrying mosquitoes. For those looking to avoid DEET, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has also approved products with the active ingredient picaridin (found in Skin so Soft products), IR3535, and the synthetic oil of lemon and eucalyptus. Avoid products that contain both sunscreen and insect repellents as you need to apply the sunscreen more often than the repellent. Add a bit more protection while sitting or eating outdoors. Use a fan to create a gentle breeze that keeps the weak flying mosquitoes away from you and your guests. Some gardeners even take a small fan into the garden, while weeding. Then add a bit of ambience to your next party
Weeding the garden, adding some birdhouses, eliminating standing water, using fans and citronella candles are just a few of the eco-friendly ways to keep mosquitoes at bay this season. - Photo by James Gathany, CDC
by lighting a few citronella candles for your evening events. Citronella oil and the scented candles do have some mosquito repelling properties. Scatter lots of candles throughout your entertainment space. Position the candles within a
few feet of your guests. This can provide some short term relief from these pests for you and your guests. Gardening expert, TV/ radio host, author & columnist Melinda Myers has more than 30 years of horticulture experience and has
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State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Applauds Smooth Administration of New Testing System On June 29, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson thanked students, teachers, parents, administrators, and California Department of Education staff for successfully implementing the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) in its inaugural
year. “California has entered a new era of student testing that more accurately assesses students’ progress, and I applaud everyone who helped make this a reality,” Torlakson said. “Along with new rigorous state academic standards, improved school funding, and more lo-
cal control, CAASPP is helping us transform education and better prepare California students for college and careers in the 21st century.” More than three million students since March have been tested on the new online, computer-adaptive exams. “As this year’s assess-
ment season draws to a close, I am pleased that overall it has gone very smoothly,” Torlakson said. The CAASPP gauges how well students are mastering the new California Standards that emphasize the critical thinking, analytical writing, and problemsolving skills needed to be successful in college and career. These standards set a higher bar for California students to help ensure they are prepared to succeed in the future. Torlakson said last year’s CAASPP Field Test paved the way for this year’s successful testing season by helping prepare students, teachers, and administrators for the challenge of administering an online test that requires strong Internet connections. Test results will be pro-
vided to parents in a new document called the Student Score Report and those will be provided to districts eight weeks after their testing windows close at the end of their school year. Districts then have 20 days to mail the reports to the students’ homes. Results are expected to be released publicly on the California Department of Education (CDE) Web site in late summer or early fall. Based on trial runs of some test questions in California and other states, many, if not most, students will need to make significant progress to reach the standards set for math and literacy that accompany college and career readiness. “No one should be discouraged by the scores. They can help guide discussions among parents and teach-
ers and help schools adjust instruction to meet student needs,” said Torlakson. The range of scores is different than the former assessment system and goes from 2000 to 3000. Along with that new range, there is a different number of performance levels and different names for those levels. Rather than advanced, proficient, basic, below basic, and far below basic, the categories are now standard exceeded, standard met, standard nearly met, and standard not met. The test uses computer-adaptive technology that automatically adjusts questions based on each student’s answer. For more information on the new statewide testing system, please go to CAASPP on the CDE Web site.
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CITY OF GLENDALE CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM SELF –CERTIFICATION PROCESS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: The City Council of the City of Glendale will conduct a public hearing regarding the Congestion Management Program (CMP) Self-Certification Process required by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro). The public hearing will be held in the City of Glendale Council Chambers on Tuesday August 11, 2015 at 6:00 PM. If you desire more information on the hearing, please contact Fred Zohrehvand at Community Development Department at (818) 937-8328. Ardashes Kassakhian, City Clerk Publish 7/2/2015 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT
Probate Notices
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: HAROLD B. WHITFIELD CASE NO. BP163886
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of HAROLD B. WHITFIELD. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KATHRYN C. PETZOLDT in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KATHRYN C. PETZOLDT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 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 representative 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 in this court as follows: 07/20/15 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 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 representative, 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 California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable 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 ROBERT A. COHEN, ESQ. SBN 209971 COHEN LAW, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION 28039 SMYTH DR. STE 200 VALENCIA CA 91355 6/25, 6/29, 7/2/15 CNS-2765537# BURBANK INDEPENDENT
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DOUGLAS BRUCE RADUENZ AKA DOUGLAS B. RADUENZ CASE NO. BP163992
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or es-
JULY 2, 2015 - JULY 8, 2015 | 7 tate, or both of DOUGLAS BRUCE RADUENZ AKA DOUGLAS B. RADUENZ. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KATHERINE M. RADUENZ in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KATHERINE M. RADUENZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative 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 in this court as follows: 07/22/15 at 8:30AM in Dept. 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 representative, 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 California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable 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 MELBY & ANDERSON LLP (RM) 77421 1061 VALLEY SUN LANE LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE CA 91011 6/25, 6/29, 7/2/15 CNS-2766812# BURBANK INDEPENDENT
NOTICE OF PETITION TO AD-MINISTER ESTATE OF LILY WONG Case No. BP163897
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LILY WONG A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Margaret M. Wong in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Margaret M. Wong 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 representative 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 July 29, 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: JAMES M. KOSAREFF, ESQ. SBN 174529 COPENBARGER & COPENBARGER LLP 18831 VON KARMAN AVE STE 150 IRVINE CA 92612 CN913066 Published Jun 29, Jul 2,6, 2015 MONTEREY PARK PRESS
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF KAZUME O. WASHIZAKI Case No. BP163750
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of KAZUME O. WASHIZAKI A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Joyce Washizaki in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Joyce Washizaki be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 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 representative 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 July 20, 2015 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 67 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 representative, 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 California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable 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. Petitioner: Joyce Washizaki JOYCE WASHIZAKI 4930 CORSO CIR CYPRESS CA 90630 CN913334 Published Jul 2,6,9, 2015 WEST COVINA PRESS
Public Notices ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Marlen Maissourian FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES018918 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 600 East Broadway, Glendale, Ca 91206-4304 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Marlen Maissourian filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Marlen Maissourian to Proposed name Allen Mure 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: 08-05-15 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: GLENDALE INDEPENDENT DATED: June 19, 2015 Mary Thornton House JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 2015 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Maritza Olivia Alonso Castresana by and through her father Luis Enrique Castresana FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES019462 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 300 East Olive Avenue, Burbank, Ca 91502 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Maritza Olivia Alonso Castresana by and through her father Luis Enrique Castresana filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Maritza Olivia Alonso Castresana to Proposed name Maritza Olivia Castresana 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: 07-31-15 Time: 8:30 AM Dept: NCB-A 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: BURBANK INDEPENDENT DATED: June 19, 2015 Mary Thornton House JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. June 25, July 2, 9, 16 BURBANK INDEPENDENT ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Keion James N’Gai Banner FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES019463 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 300 East Olive Avenue, Burbank, Ca 91502, North Central District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Fannie Suzette Miller filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Keion James N’Gai Banner to Proposed name Keion James N’Gai Bahingire 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: 07-31-15 Time: 8:30 AM Dept: NCB- B 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: BURBANK INDEPENDENT DATED: June 19, 2015 Mary Thornton House JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 2015 BURBANK INDEPENDENT ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Christina Alexandra Jimenez FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES019483 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 300 East Olive Ave, Burbank, Ca 91502 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Christina Alexandra Jimenez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Christina Alexandra Jimenez to Proposed name Christina Alexandra Zahid-Jimenez 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: 08-07-15 Time: 8:30 AM Dept: NCB-B 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: BURBANK INDEPENDENT DATED: Feb June 25, 2015 Mary Thornton House JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. July 2, 9, 16, 23, 2015 BURBANK INDEPENDENT ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Eunha Min FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: BS154135 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, Ca 90012 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Eunha Min filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. Eunha Min to Proposed name Autumn Min 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12-10-2015 Time: 10:00 AM Dept: 47 Room: 507 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 date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: ALHAMBRA PRESS DATED: Feb 18, 2015 Kevin C. Brazile JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. July 2, 9, 16, 23, 2015 ALHAMBRA PRESS NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105) Escrow No. 13255-JP NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) to the Seller(s) are: GRAND FLORIST, INC, 525 W. ROUTE 66, GLENDORA, CA 91741 Doing Business as: GRAND FLORIST All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: SCHEUER FLORAL, LLC, 525 W. ROUTE 66, GLENDORA, CA 91741
The assets to be sold are described in general as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, TRADE NAME, GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS AND COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE and are located at: 525 W. ROUTE 66, GLENDORA, CA 91741 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: ACT ONE ESCROW, 17918 PIONEER BLVD, STE 202, ARTESIA, CA 90701 and the anticipated sale date is JULY 21, 2015 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. [If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the following information must be provided] The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: ACT ONE ESCROW, 17918 PIONEER BLVD, STE 202, ARTESIA, CA 90701 and the last date for filing claims shall be JULY 2, 2015, which is the business day before the sale date specified above. Dated: JUNE 26, 2015 BUYER: SCHEUER FLORAL, LLC LA1558365 WC PRESS 7/2/15
Trustee Notices APN: 8469-006-007 T.S. No. 005156-CA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/30/2007. 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 7/23/2015 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/15/2007, as Instrument No. 20072549423, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: APOSTOLOS PAPACHRISTOPOULOS AND LISA M. PAPACHRISTOPOULOS, HUSBAND AND WIFE 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: VINEYARD BALLROOM, DOUBLETREE HOTEL LOS ANGELES - NORWALK, 13111 SYCAMORE DRIVE, NORWALK, CA 90650 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: 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:1128 SOUTH SHADYDALE AVENUE WEST COVINA California 91790 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: $459,705.97 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 (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 005156-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: (800) 280-2832 Clear Recon Corp Publish: 7/2/2015, 7/9/2015, 7/16/2015 WEST COVINA PRESS NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 121709 Title No. 95510382 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/01/2006. 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 07/22/2015 at 11:00 AM, The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/07/2006, as Instrument No. 06 2471028, in book -, page -, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Fung Kee Chow and Fung Kay W. Chow, Husband and Wife and Stuart Chow, A Married Man as His Sole and Separate Property all as Joint Tenants, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), By the fountain located at 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: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 5262020-015 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 815 Loma Verde Street, Monterey Park, CA 91754 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, 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 said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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: $281,787.87 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 written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated: 6/24/2015 THE MORTGAGE LAW FIRM, PLC Adriana Rivas/ Authorized Signature 41689 ENTERPRISE CIRCLE NORTH, STE. 228, TEMECULA, CA 92590 (619) 465-8200 FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-730-2727 The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. 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 - www.servicelinkASAP.com - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: 121709. 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. A-FN4532028 07/02/2015, 07/09/2015, 07/16/2015 MONTEREY PARK PRESS
Fictitious Business Name Filings FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015151866 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as HOUSE OF GLOBES; HOUSEOFGLOBES.COM, 1071 E Orange Grove Ave , Burbank, CA 91501. 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: George Baltakian. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 8, 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. Burbank Independent June 11, 2015, June 18, 2015, June 25, 2015, July 2, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2015167005 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PEGGYSDESIGN, 2624 Medlow Avenue , Los Angeles, CA 90065. 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: Margaret Schultz. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 24, 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. Alhambra Press July 2, 2015, July 9, 2015, July 16, 2015, July 23, 2015
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Is Your Business Legally Compliant?
Cal Phil Season Opener - All You Need Is Love
Most Aren’t!
By Terry Miller
Business owners can avoid penalties and fines for non-compliance at free conference on July 15th in Rancho Cucamonga. “Most companies are not legally compliant because business owners are unaware of changes in laws. This could mean penalties and fines being imposed on the business in the future,” stated Glenn Salter, VP Compliance Division, Risk Analyst Director at Delaney Insurance Agency, Inc. Based in Rancho Cucamonga, Delaney Insurance Agency, Inc. provides all forms of commercial insurance including, group health, risk management programs and compliance programs. Each program is tailored to the specific needs of each business. Founded in 1986 Delaney Insurance is licensed in California, Nevada and Arizona. “Changes in the Af-
fordable Care Act affect all companies of all sizes and compliance with the laws could mean problems in the future.” “To assist business owners we are hosting the 2015 Spring Compliance Conference. This conference is free but employers can find out valuable information on what they must do now to avoid penalties and fines in the future.” The Conference will feature keynote speaker Joanna Kim-Brunetti. Johanna is General Counsel and Director of Regulatory Affairs for First Capitol Consulting, Inc. She oversees the firm’s Affordable Care Act practice, with particular focus on employer compliance issues. Prior to joining First Capitol, Joanna was a partner with Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, a leading international law firm. Joanna has 18 years of
experience advising clients on a wide range of regulatory, employment, tax, intellectual property, and other business issues. She is also Judge Pro Tem of the Los Angeles Superior Court. “We strongly urge business owners to attend along with their Human Resources staff. The conference will cover current issues including compliance laws, fines and penalties, what employers must do, what employers should already be doing and how to do it,” concludes Salter. Free Conference Details: July 15th 2015 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Best Western Plus Heritage Hotel, Haven Room, 8179 Spruce, Rancho Cucamonga 91730. Limited seating so early registration is recommended.
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CAL PHIL 2015 @ Santa Anita Race Track RODGERS, HAMMERSTEIN & MORE JULY 11 | SATURDAY 7:30p | SANTA ANITA RACE TRACK JULY 12 | SUNDAY 2:00p | WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL
Sound of Music • South Pacific • Cinderella • Classic Film Scores Unfinished Symphony Hear favorites from The Sound Of Music, South Pacific & Cinderella sung by 2 of today’s top voices —Anthony Fedorov & Jennifer Paz—plus the Unfinished Symphony and classic film scores.
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It had to happen. In light of the historic Supreme Court ruling on Friday morning, Beatlemania Now decided it was more than appropriate to play the Lennon/ McCartney masterpiece “All You Need is Love” at Cal Phil’s season opener Saturday. The first half of the opening summer concert was devoted to Victor Vener, who masterfully conducted his orchestra through the complex Beethoven’s 7th. As the warm evening progressed, Maestro Vener spoke of the astonishing history of the classics, be they Beethoven or Beatles … Vener knows his craft. And part of the fun at Cal Phil is finding out some musical tidbits you might not have otherwise known. For me, however, the real fun was seeing a Beatles tribute band Saturday. I’ve seen lots of them. In fact there are so many “tribute bands” out there it is a whole new industry … begging for worldwide audiences. There are Led Zeppelin look-alikes, Doors, Elton John, Queen and just about everyone in Vegas is Elvis. So the market is obviously able to handle all these musicians playing the roles of their musical mentors. Why? It’s simple. Some of the very best music ever written and recorded came out in the 1950s and 1960s during a time of great post-war social change. This concert Saturday
featured some of my alltime favorite Beatles’ ditties but as a drummer, my focus was on “Ringo” and his every-detail correct set of Ludwig drums. Here’s where the problem starts … the sound of the drums was way below par. In fact the mix overall was not terribly good. Those beautiful classic Ludwig drums should have had that authentic, somewhat fat sound if the mics used were placed where they would best pick up the tones, instead of the overtones and ringing drum heads that
were a telltale sign of a bad mix. Admittedly, Cal Phil’s dome at Santa Anita is not as acoustically perfect as Walt Disney Hall, but there are ways to enhance drums, particularly through a good mixer. With that aside, the rest of the concert was terrific – “Sgt. Pepper,” “Penny Lane,” and “Something” were just three of the fab four’s covers … terrific job from outfits to harmonies. Cal Phil’s next performance is July 11 at Santa Anita race track.