Alhambra Press_6/25/2026

Alhambra PRESS

LA County supervisors approve

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Monday unanimously approved a $50.3 billion spending plan for fiscal year 2026-27, representing an increase of $1.5 billion compared to the current budget.

The Board of Supervisors finalized the spending plan Monday during a special meeting, authorizing changes to what was initially a $47.9 billion budget proposal in April. The new fiscal year will begin July 1.

County officials said the increase was primarily the result of shifting $1.3 billion in special funds and other restricted funding, and nearly $900 million from the state for behavioral health services. Estimated tax revenue in the proposed budget remained unchanged, according to county CEO Joseph Nicchitta.

He noted there is no new local money in the final changes.

The spending plan accounts for a total of 115,683 budgeted positions compared to what was initially 115,885 positions, a net decrease of 202 positions. Nicchitta said those positions do not represent layoffs but rather

By Jose Herrera, City News Service

a change in departmental operational needs.

"We are contending with federal funding cuts and little changes to food and health care benefits under HR 1, a state budget deficit, increasing cost of services, and large scale liabilities, all of which are putting intense pressure on our budget, and forcing us to operate in a climate of uncertainty with several factors that are out of our control," Nicchitta said.

"Our goal under these conditions is to prioritize critical safety net services over less immediate needs,

and preserve rather than grow programs," Nicchitta added.

County officials explained the spending increase consists of the nearly $900 million in Behavioral Health Services Act-related dollars, as well as $167.6 million for mental health programs, and $101.6 million in one-time funding for homeless services and housing, among other sources.

Another $15 million in existing funding that was budgeted to pay for retirement benefits will be

repurposed for other uses. There are no changes to retirement benefits nor does the funding represent new locally generated revenue, Nicchitta said.

The $15 million is expected to be allocated in the following ways:

-- $7 million to operate and maintain county parks: Esperanza Hills, Charles White, Irvine Magic Johnson, and Wishing Street Park;

-- $5 million to support the new Ethics Commission and Office of Ethics Compliance;

Kwan explains lone vote against Arcadia budget

By Joe Taglieri

ArcadiaCouncilwoman Sharon Kwan dissented in the 4-1 vote to approve the upcoming fiscal year's budget, citing concerns over the city's "longterm fiscal sustainability" amid national and regional economic uncertainties and city spending that is significantly outpacing revenue.

City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto proposed a fiscal year 2026-27 General Fund Operating Budget with revenues of $96.6 million and expenditures of $100.1 million that include new programs requiring one-time funding transferred from dedicated savings accounts, according to his report to the council prior to the vote June 16. The General Fund is expected to end the fiscal year with a net balance of $276,000, with a "projected Fund Balance of the General Fund Operating Budget" of $21.7 million."

In response to a question from Kwan, Lazzaretto pointed to a spreadsheet in his presentation that indicated when all savings accounts transfer in, actual revenue will total close to $105 million.

"So to me, that's a surplus," he said.

His report, which Administrative Services Director Henry Chen co-authored, noted economic worries that local governments must contend with.

"Recent shifts in federal and state economic policy, persistent inflationary pressures, evolving trade and tariff conditions, and continued volatility in financial markets have created heightened uncertainty for both the national and regional economy, reinforcing the importance of prudent fiscal planning for the upcoming fiscal year," according to the report. "Due to Arcadia’s longstanding commitment to fiscal discipline and conservative budgeting practices, the City remains in a strong financial position and is well prepared to navigate potential economic challenges. While the City’s fiscal outlook remains stable, Arcadia will continue to maintain a cautious approach in implementing the FY 2026–27 Budget."

The spending plan maintains essential service levels while avoiding structural cost increases where possible, according to the report.

Publisher

COO

Andrea Olivas Tange

Vice President Sam Kubert

Editorial editorial@civicnewsgroup.com

Fabiola Diaz

Joe Taglieri

Designer/ Production production@civicnewsgroup.com

Renia Barouni

Contributor May S. Ruiz

Sales advertising@civicnewsgroup.com

Raquel Mc Laughlin

Legal Advertising legals@civicnewsgroup.com

Annette Reyes

Cortez

Accounting accounting@civicnewsgroup.com

All Inquiries info@civicnewsgroup.com

Glendale to open applications for rental assistance program

By

City News Service

Glendaleofficials announced Tuesday that applications will open next month for a rental assistance program aimed at helping renters facing financial hardships remain housed.

The Glendale Rental Assistance and Stabilization Program, or GRASP, will begin accepting applications July 6, according to city officials.

The application period will remain open through July 20.

According to the city, the program is designed to assist renters who have experienced a destabilizing financial event, such as job loss, major medical expenses, a utility shutoff, an eviction notice or other housingrelated hardship within the past year.

documentation verifying their eligibility and financial hardship.

City officials said applications will be used to determine eligibility and create a ranked list of qualified households based on urgency of need and other vulnerability factors.

Depending on their circumstances, eligible applicants may receive emergency rental assistance, short-term income support, utility assistance or other housing-related aid intended to help them remain in stable housing.

In emergency situations, assistance may cover up to six months of rent and utilities per household, according to the city.

allocation. The council later approved additional guidance regarding the program's structure.

City officials said future application periods will depend on the availability of funding after assistance is provided to applicants with the highest level of need.

To qualify, applicants must be Glendale residents, have a household income below 80% of the area median income and provide

"The Budget can be considered a 'status quo' type document with some proposed increases to address staffing needs and to enhance transparency and technological capabilities," Lazzaretto and Chen added.

"I voted against the budget because I am concerned about the City's long-term fiscal sustainability," Kwan said in a statement to HeySoCal.com.

"According to the adopted budget, General Fund revenues are projected to increase from $94.0 million to $96.6 million, an increase of approximately 2.6%," she said. "During the same period, General Fund expenditures increase from $92.3 million to $99.6 million, an increase of approximately 8.0%. In other words, spending is growing more than three times faster than revenue.

"The budget technically shows a small operating surplus of approximately $276,000, but that surplus represents less than threetenths of one percent of the city's $100 million General

The Glendale City Council established the program in September 2025 using funding from the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency's Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention

Homeowners, mortgage

Arcadia budget

Fund budget," Kwan continued. "Staff's own three-year forecast also projects a deficit of approximately $3.1 million in FY 2027-28 if current trends continue."

Noting her background "as someone who has spent decades running businesses and managing budgets," the District 2 council member said "it is important to look beyond whether a budget balances today and examine whether the underlying trend is sustainable. When spending consistently grows faster than revenue, eventually the gap must be closed through service reductions, tax increases, or the use of reserves."

Kwan observed that while Arcadia has unrestricted reserve funds totaling roughly $82.9 million, "reserves should be treated as a safeguard for emergencies, economic downturns, and major future needs — not as a substitute for maintaining long-term structural balance."

She added that her "vote was not a criticism of staff, who worked hard on this budget. Rather, it reflects my belief that the City should exercise greater fiscal discipline today so we can protect essential services and

holders and people who are currently experiencing homelessness are not eligible for the program. The city said the application does not request or retain information regarding immigration status. Applications and additional information will be available at engage.glendaleca.gov/GRASP.

maintain financial stability for residents in the years ahead."

Council members and city officials did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

At the June 16 meeting, Councilman Michael Cao observed that for the last three years the city's budget has been balanced with a focus by city staff on providing quality services.

"I want to continue to support our city because of the fact that when you look at the numbers our city manager has said, in all of our funds, it's in the positive. ... That's all we can ask for, there's a lot of cities that are not so lucky in this position."

According to Mayor Pro Tem David Fu, Kwan "is always wrong, and no matter how many times we correct her, she doesn't understand," he said in a statement to HeySoCal.com.

"You can't just look at General Fund expenditures,"

HEYSOCAL EVENTS CALENDAR

As Los Angeles transforms into a hub for World Cup 2026 celebrations, this week is packed with exciting fan zones, cultural festivals, and summer entertainment. From the official festivities at Union Station to local heritage celebrations and outdoor movie nights, there is something for everyone to enjoy across the Southland.

Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Fan Zone at Union Station

Los Angeles Union Station | 800 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles | June 25-28 | unionstationla.com

Los Angeles Union Station opens its doors as an official Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Fan Zone, welcoming fans to four days of free programming, live match viewing in the station’s historic Ticket Concourse, interactive fan experiences, local food, music, DJ sets, trivia, meet-and-greets and more. On Thursday at 5 p.m., Men in Blazers will take the stage featuring special celebrity guests. This event is free and open to all ages.

El Pueblo de Los Angeles Heritage Festival

125 Paseo de la Plaza, Los Angeles | June 26-28 | eventbrite. com

El Pueblo Historical Monument celebrates its history as the birthplace of LA with food, an international food truck area, and music, including a performance from Ozomatli on Saturday. There will also be an interactive Kid’s Zone with family activities. Stop by the Pico House, which has become Celebration Plaza for the World Cup, for live music, food, and team apparel shopping. Admission is free.

Irvine Greek Festival

St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church | 4949 Alton Parkway, Irvine | June 26-28 | irvinegreekfest.com

Enjoy a little slice of Greek life through food, music, dance, church tours, crafts, and a marketplace. Tickets: $5.

FanExpo Anaheim

Anaheim Convention Center | 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim | June 26-28 | fanexpohq.com

This is set to be every fan’s paradise. The expo will feature Q-and-As, autograph and photo opportunities, panels, demos, workshops, shopping galore, and celebrity guests like Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, Billy Boyd, Mark Hamill, Jared Padalecki, Giancarlo Esposito, John Rhys-Davies, Jim Beaver, and many more. Tickets start at $45.

Golden Hour: Music in the Garden

Norton Simon Museum | 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena | June 26, July 31, Aug. 28 | nortonsimon.org

Purchase light bites and beverages from the Garden Café, pick up drawing supplies and find a spot to relax in the newly renovated Sculpture Garden to enjoy musical styles programmed by musician Masatoshi Sato. On May 29, enjoy a jazz quartet. The event is free with museum admission. Admission: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (ages 62 and above), and free for children 18 and younger.

Herberger Institute at KCRW Summer Nights

Grand Hope Park | 919 Grand Ave., Los Angeles | June 26 | asuevents.asu.edu

Throw it back at a free '90s-themed party featuring afterhours access to “Obsessed: Fashion and Nostalgia in the '90s,”

‘90s-inspired photo ops, and local food vendors.

DJs Olive Kimoto and John Tejada will spin

to get everyone on the dance floor.

Beach Movie Nights

Dockweiler Youth Center | 12505 Vista del Mar, Playa del Rey | June 26 | beaches.lacounty.gov

Enjoy a free screening of “The Lego Movie” on the sand, by the waves, and under the stars. Seating is festival-style, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Friday Nights at The Gamble House

The Gamble House | 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena | June 26 | gamblehouse.org

Enjoy access to the first floor of the famed Gamble House, where docents will be stationed in each room to share insights and answer questions. Then head out to the lawn and sip curated wine flights from West Altadena Wine, stretch out on a blanket, and settle in with a picnic while Maiden Names plays live rock music. Tickets: $40 w/wine tasting (21+) for non-members, $5 w/out wine tasting, and free for children 12 and under.

Sawdust Art Festival

935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach | June 26 - Sept. 6 | sawdustartfestival.org

Discover handmade artwork from more than 180 local artists, enjoy live music, art demonstrations, take a glassblowing or mosaic class (among many offered), and soak in Laguna Beach’s beautiful scenery. Single day ticket: $12.50 for adults, $10.50 for seniors, $5.50 for children.

World Spirit Festival

Smith Park | 6016 Rosemead Blvd., Pico Rivera | June 26-27 | pico-rivera.org/wsf/

The festival kicks off on Friday with a street concert, soccer clinics, soccer watch parties, carnival rides and games, and much more. The festivities continue on Saturday when Metro, CicLAvia and Day One transform Historic Whittier Boulevard into a car-free, Open Streets festival with activities for all ages,

Fest, soccer watch parties, kids fun zones, community information hubs, vendor villages, street DJs and so much more. Refer to the festival map online for details of where every activity takes place. Admission is free.

The Great Clown Bank Show

Atwater Village Theatre | 3269 Casitas Ave., Los Angeles | June 27 - Aug. 1 | openfist.org

Under the cracked neon glow of the Big Top, a wild-eyed, clowncapitalist circus fantasia erupts in a fever-dream spectacle of greed, glitter and grotesque excess. The gleefully deranged story follows the rise of the Greedy family — a scheming dynasty of powder-faced hustlers who transform their tiny carnival cashbox into the most powerful clown bank in America. Tickets range from $26 to $40. Content warning: risqué language and situations; parental guidance is advised for children under 13.

Last Dance at La Brea Tar Pits

La Brea Tar Pits | 5801 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles | June 27 | tarpits.org

Before the Tar Pits close for renovations, celebrate the nearly 50-year-old museum at this disco party featuring retro pours, bites and ‘70s hits. General admission: $150.

Soak up SoCal beach culture at this free festival featuring ocean sports competitions, live music, food and drinks, interactive games, sampling by brands and so much more.

Midyear housing market report: What property records reveal about 2026

By Toby Smith for PropertyReach via Stacker

The first half of 2026 was not the barnburner for home sellers that many real estate experts expected, but the market started picking up in March and April. After falling for a few months, mortgage rates remain in the mid-six-percent range as buyers monitor inflation and Federal Reserve actions.

It’s mostly fair to call 2026 a mixed bag for real estate investors, and a lot is happening under the hood that warrants attention. PropertyReach shares a glimpse at key statistics heading into the second half of 2026.

Pending Home Sales Pick Up in April After So-So Start to 2026

The headline for April 2026, which, as of this writing, is the latest month for which comprehensive information is available, is that pending home sales either increased or remained relatively steady in all four regions compared with the previous month.

Here’s a snapshot of timely information from the National Association of Realtors:

- Northeast: Pending home sales increased 6.6% from March to April and decreased by only 0.6% relative to April 2025. The Boston area saw a 10.3% year-over-year increase in home sales.

- South: Although total pending home sales dipped by 0.7% month to month, the country’s hottest real

estate region saw a 4.6% year-to-year increase. Miami and Oklahoma City were the leaders, with 9.4% and 8.6% increases, respectively.

- West: Growth remained steady month-to-month (0.4%) and year-to-year (3.8%), yet the region is still seeing lower overall inventory movement than the other three.

- Midwest: Another steady grower, pending home sales in the heartland increased 3% from March to April 2026 and 2.7% year over year. Milwaukee led the region with a 7.4% increase in home sales compared to April 2025.

- Nationwide: Pending home sales picked up 1.4% month to month and 3.2% year over year, largely due to increased housing supply.

2026 Q1 Median Home Prices Increase Fastest in Northeast and Rust Belt Home sellers in some of the nation’s most affordable metros raised their prices in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025.

Here are the 10 core-based statistical areas (CBSAs) where prices increased the most:

- Akron, OH: 12%

- Anchorage, AK: 10.4%

-Albany-SchenectadyTroy, NY: 9.3%

- Trenton, NJ: 9.2%

-Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL: 9.2%

-Canton-Massillon, OH: 7.9%

-Milwaukee-WaukeshaWest Allis, WI: 7.7%

- St. Louis, MO-IL: 7.4%

- Reading, PA: 7.4%

- Rochester, NY: 7.2%

National Median Home Sales Price Continues Falling

Although many metropolitan areas experienced a month-over-month increase in home sales prices, the nationwide trend continues to go down.

In the first quarter of 2026, the median U.S. home sold for $403,200. That was a decrease from $412,300 in the previous quarter and from $423,100 during the first quarter of 2025.

Another trend that signals a decline in home sales prices is the average profit margin home sellers gain from their transactions. According to data from ATTOM, sellers saw an average return on investment of 44.1% in the first quarter of 2026. That’s the lowest margin since the first quarter of 2021.

Home Listings Still Creeping Up After Historic Lows of 2022

The frenzied homebuying in late 2020 and early 2021 led to a serious shortage of listings, which bottomed out in February 2022 at fewer than 350,000. The nationwide market has continued its normal fluctuation of increased listings during the summer and fall and decreased listings during the winter.

Active listings topped one million in April 2026 after dipping to as low as 913,000 three months

earlier. The year-over-year inventory increase from April 2025 stands at 4.5%. Although home listings are consistently down from preCOVID-19 figures, it appears the inventory is at least stabilizing. As a result, prices are coming down slightly, and buyer activity will likely increase slowly but steadily throughout 2026.

30-Year Mortgage Rates Stay Between 6 and 7%

After 30-year mortgage rates nearly hit 8% in late 2023, buyers have seen a cooldown and stabilization, of sorts. In the week ending on May 7, 2026, the 30-year nationwide average was 6.37%.

Mortgage rates have stayed below 7% since April 2024, but inflation has been creeping back up. The inflation rate reached 3.8% in April 2026, the highest in three years. As a result, many economists don’t expect mortgage rates to get much lower throughout the rest of this year.

How Should Real Estate

Investors Proceed in the Second Half of 2026?

Steady mortgage rates, along with stabilizing home sales prices, might translate into more home purchases in 2026. To support that prediction, median wages continue to rise, indicating that renters could be more willing to purchase homes if they find the right deal.

The decreased profit margins for home sellers mean, as always, that investors should prioritize highgrowth metros. For the first time in years, northeastern and midwestern metros, like Buffalo-Rochester, NY and Indianapolis, IN, join reliable Sun Belt metros like Dallas-Fort Worth, TX and Tampa, FL for safer investments.

Quick Tips and Resources for New Real Estate Investors

Real estate investing remains one of the best bets for investors, provided you identify reliably appreciating areas and retain the right tools.

Investors should:

-Have a trusted realtor by their side.

-Retain enough cash for 3–6 months of operating expenses.

- Avoid making emotionally charged decisions.

-Find and analyze potential deals only with accurate online property tools.

-Start with real estate investment trusts (REITs) if they are new to property investing.

If you want to add some properties to your investment portfolio in 2026, national trends suggest looking beyond the Sun Belt to find the most profitable metros. The market is still adjusting to life after COVID-19, but stabilizing trends are expected to continue in many parts of the country.

This story was produced by PropertyReach and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.

Re-published with CC BY-NC 4.0 License.

Monrovia

June 11

At 12:57 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of South Myrtle regarding a subject causing a disturbance. Officers arrived and located the subject who was holding an open bottle of alcohol. It was determined the subject was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

June 12

At 7:17 a.m., a caller in the 700 block of West Chestnut reported that a subject started a fire. Officers arrived and made contact with a male subject with burn injuries. The subject reported that an unknown subject lit his tent on fire and he used his hands to put out the fire. This investigation is continuing.

At 11:13 a.m., multiple callers in the 300 block of South Myrtle reported a fight in progress. Officers arrived and discovered that one of the involved subjects had already left. No one was cooperative. Two subjects were found to be heavily intoxicated and in possession of open containers of alcohol. They were arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

June 13

At 12:54 a.m., while patrolling the 700 block of East Huntington, an officer made contact with a pedestrian. An investigation revealed the subject was in possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.

At 12:34 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of Norumbega regarding a bear inside the residence. The bear was gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

At 4:55 p.m., a resident in the 700 block of North Canyon reported a bear entered his residence through an open window, and was ransacking his pantry. This was the second incident with the bear. This investigation is continuing.

At 6:05 p.m., a victim in a parking lot in the 800 block of East Olive reported his ex-wife threw her phone at his parked vehicle, shattering a windshield. She was gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:24 p.m., a battery was reported in the 1200 block of North Canyon. Officers arrived and made contact with the victim who reported a neighbor approached him, pushed him, and struck the victim’s phone. Officers made contact with the neighbor who admitted to striking the victim’s phone. This investigation is continuing.

June 14

At 2:03 a.m., several callers in the 500 block of West Foothill reported hearing screams. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. An investigation revealed one of the individual’s daughters was battered by a female subject who had fled prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

Southern California voters will have a chance in November to weigh in on a proposed constitutional amendment that would require audits of programs funded by new state special taxes and restrict certain future tax increases.

Secretary of State

BLOTTERS

At 8:57 a.m., a victim in the 1600 block of South Magnolia reported seeing her ex-boyfriend who was in violation of a court order. This investigation is continuing.

At 9:59 a.m., an employee from a living facility in the 100 block of South Myrtle reported a resident missing. The resident was located in a nearby city.

At 4:01 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of South Primrose regarding a domestic violence incident. An investigation revealed the victim’s girlfriend assaulted him and fled on foot. The victim had visible injuries. This investigation is continuing.

At 5:08 p.m., multiple witnesses in the 800 block of East Duarte reported a car to car shooting. Officers arrived and were unable to locate any of the subjects involved. No victims were located. This investigation is continuing.

At 11:30 p.m., an employee from a store in the 400 block of West Foothill reported someone inside the store causing a disturbance. Officers arrived and made contact with an intoxicated male subject who was determined to be too intoxicated to care for himself. While officers were attempting to place the subject in a patrol vehicle, he spit and kicked officers. He was arrested and taken into custody.

June 15

At 8:04 a.m., a vandalism incident was reported in the 1300 block of South Myrtle.

An investigation revealed an unknown subject threw a rock at a window, causing severe damage. This investigation is continuing.

At 12:37 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of East Huntington reported a shoplifting incident in progress. Officers arrived and located the suspect vehicle driving away with four occupants inside the vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted and the occupants were contacted. All four occupants were arrested and taken into custody after an investigation was conducted.

At 4:51 p.m., a mother walked into the MPD lobby to report her adult son missing. He was entered into the missing person system. This investigation is continuing.

June 16

At 4:58 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of West Lemon reported theft of his vehicle’s catalytic converter. This investigation is continuing.

June 17

At 1:36 a.m., officers were dispatched to an apartment complex in the 1100 block of Royal Oaks regarding a domestic violence incident. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. An investigation revealed a boyfriend and girlfriend had been out drinking, and when they got home, they got into a verbal argument which turned physical when she started hitting him. The boyfriend had visible marks. She was arrested and taken

into custody.

At 6:21 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of West Olive reported that a package was stolen from her front porch. This investigation is continuing.

Arcadia

June 7

At approximately 7:02 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 600 block of West Camino Real Avenue regarding a burglary report. Sometime during the previous night, someone entered the residence through an unlocked rear door, stole miscellaneous items, and ransacked a parked vehicle before fleeing.

June 8

At approximately 2:02 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 100 block of West Floral Avenue regarding a fraud investigation. An investigation revealed multiple suspects scammed the victim into transferring money into various crypto accounts. The investigation is ongoing.

June 9

At approximately 3:30 p.m., an officer responded to Arcadia Playschool, located at 615 E. Live Oak Ave., regarding a vehicle burglary investigation. Sometime between 3:27 p.m. and 3:33 p.m. on June 9, someone broke the passenger window to the victim’s vehicle and stole two bags. Surveillance cameras captured a lone suspect commit the burglary and flee as a passenger in a red Hyundai.

June 10

At approximately 5:32 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 400 block of North First Avenue regarding a package theft report. A review of the victim’s surveillance footage revealed a Hispanic male stole the victim’s package from her porch.

June 11

At approximately 1:16 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 00 block of East Colorado Boulevard regarding a vandalism report. The officer determined a local transient damaged two vehicles for no apparent reason. The 58-year-old male was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

June 12

At approximately 8:09 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 2800 block of Holly Avenue regarding a burglary investigation. The officer discovered an unidentified suspect(s) burglarized the home and fled in a lightcolored sedan.

June 13

At approximately 4:59 p.m., an officer responded to Forza Gas, located at 2 E. Duarte Road, regarding a vehicle burglary report. An investigation revealed a Black or Hispanic male shattered a window and stole the victim’s backpack. The suspect then used the stolen debit and credit cards to complete fraudulent transactions. The suspect fled in a silver BMW.

Tax audit measure qualifies for November ballot

Shirley N. Weber announced Tuesday that the initiative has gathered enough valid signatures to qualify for the Nov. 3 general election ballot.

Under the proposal, statewide special taxes approved after Jan. 1, 2026, would be subject to recurring audits, while special tax

By City News Service

measures proposed through the initiative process would require a pre-election audit of programs slated to receive funding.

The measure would also prohibit new state taxes enacted after Jan. 1, 2026, from being excluded from California's existing voterapproved state spending

limit, including taxes appearing on the same ballot as the measure.

According to the Secretary of State's office, the initiative needed 874,641 valid petition signatures to qualify. Election officials determined it exceeded the threshold through a random sampling process.

The measure is scheduled to be certified for the ballot on June 25 unless it is withdrawn by its proponent before then.

A fiscal analysis prepared by the Legislative Analyst and Department of Finance found the proposal's overall fiscal effect is unknown.

The analysis said future

costs or savings would depend on factors including the number of special tax measures requiring audits, additional voter guide expenses and any savings identified through the audit process.

The measure's proponent is Sacramento attorney Kurt R. Oneto.

Los Angeles

Baldwin Park

Baldwin Park’s revitalized Morgan Park basketball courts open

The City of Baldwin Park held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the revitalized Morgan Park Basketball Courts on Wednesday. The newly resurfaced basketball courts will serve as an outdoor hub for recreation and community. “We are immensely grateful to G6 Designs for selecting Morgan Park as its neighborhood improvement project and to owner and former local resident Victor Garcia for helping make this vision a reality,” said Baldwin Park Mayor Daniel Damian. The event included a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for teens and adults, a car show, music, refreshments and special guests. “Baldwin Park shaped who I am today. This city made me everything that I am, and the entire G6 Designs team is honored to help revitalize the Morgan Park Basketball Courts for future generations,” said Garcia.

Long Beach

Long Beach City Council goes on annual summer recess

The City of Long Beach will conduct an annual summer recess for City Council meetings. City Council meetings that would have normally been held on Tuesday, June 23, July 7, and July 14 will not take place. A meeting will also not be held on June 30 because City Council meetings typically do not take place on the last Tuesday of the month. City Council meetings will return to normal scheduling on Tuesday, July 21. It is a standard practice for jurisdictions to conduct

a legislative recess over the summer months. This annual legislative summer recess is in alignment with the State of California and other major California cities that conduct a summer recess. There are no anticipated impacts to City business due to the summer recess. Commission and Committee meetings held in June and July will not be affected by the summer recess.

San Gabriel

Celebrate Independence Day in San Gabriel

San Gabriel will celebrate Independence Day on Friday, July 3 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Gabrielino High School Baseball Field, located at 1327 S. San Gabriel Blvd. Part of the City’s annual Summer in San Gabriel concert and movie series, this free community event will feature live music, games, food, and patriotic festivities for all ages. Headlining the evening is the Kelly Boyz Band, known for their high-energy blend of country, rock, and pop music. Attendees can also enjoy community booths, food trucks, arts and crafts, family-friendly games, and a watermelon-eating contest. The evening will conclude with a drone show at 9 p.m., sponsored by Athens Services.

Glendale

Robert William appointed Glendale chief of police

On Wednesday, the City of Glendale announced the appointment of Robert William as chief of police for the Glendale Police Department, following his service as interim chief since December 2025. A graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Senior Management

Institute for Police, Chief William holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Management and a Master's Degree in Public Administration. A lifelong Glendalian, Chief William brings more than 24 years of experience. His appointment follows a career within the Glendale Police Department that began as a police cadet before he was sworn in as a police officer in 2003. Over the course of his career, he has served in operational, investigative, administrative, and executive leadership assignments.

Orange County

Irvine dog trainer convicted of animal cruelty

Kwong (Tony) Chun Sit, 54, an Irvine dog trainer has been convicted of killing 11 dogs by keeping the animals left in his care in small crates in a hot van where they died of heat stroke and then impersonating the pets’ owners to have the dogs’ bodies cremated in an attempt to conceal how the dogs died. Tingfeng Liu, 24, of Vista, the man’s girlfriend, was convicted of assisting in the coverup. The couple dropped off the dogs’ bodies at different crematoriums in the area in an apparent attempt to avoid suspicion. Rosie, a sheep dog poodle puppy, died from blunt force trauma and heat stroke. Ten other dogs died from heat stroke. Sit and Liu have remained jailed in lieu of $550,000 bail after Orange County prosecutors successfully argued a significant deviation from the $20,000 bail schedule was warranted given the fact that the couple was packed and ready to flee when they were arrested last June.

The couple was ordered to surrender their passports, not have access to any animals, and stay away from the victims’ families.

Riverside County City of Riverside

Riverside reminds residents that fireworks are illegal in the city

With the July 4th holiday fast approaching, the City of Riverside is reminding residents that all fireworks are illegal within the city limits, and anyone found using illegal fireworks is subject to a $1,500 fine. Riverside has been working for several years to reduce the usage of fireworks in the city. Fireworks cause injuries in adults and children, spark fires that can endanger firefighters and the public, create stress for veterans with PTSD, and terrify many animals.The City has sent warning letters to people who have been cited in the past and to addresses identified as fireworks sites. Calls to 311 regarding specific addresses where fireworks are being used can be made anonymously.

Corona

Corona ready to celebrate Independence Day

The City of Corona is ready to celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, with the return of the Main Street USA Parade, entertainment at Santana Park, and a fireworks show. Corona’s Main Street USA Independence Day Parade is a non-competitive parade drawing more than 4,000 families, friends, and neighbors. The parade takes place on Main Street from Ontario Avenue to Olive Street. Festivities continue

at Santana Park with performances from Mystified (INXS Tribute Band) at 5 p.m., Liquid Blue at 7 p.m. and a firework show at 9 p.m. The Corona Municipal Code prohibits the sale, use, discharge, and possession of fireworks within the city limits. Fireworks of any type are prohibited within the city.

San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County Regional Parks celebrates America’s 250th anniversary

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary at Cucamonga-Guasti, Yucaipa and Glen Helen Regional Parks with a hands-on science activity using safe food ingredients to resemble fireworks. Get ready to mix, fizz and discover how safe and simple food ingredients like sugar and vinegar can create an amazing chemical reaction that looks just like a burst of fireworks. All supplies are provided while they last. Join Regional Parks: Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park (800 N. Archibald Ave., Ontario) on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Yucaipa Regional Park (33900 Oak Glen Rd., Yucaipa) on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Glen Helen Regional Park (2555 Glen Helen Pkwy, San Bernardino) on Thursday, July 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages are welcome. Leashed pets are welcome too. Regional Parks are open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Parking is free for those camping at Yucaipa. General park admission is $10 per vehicle Monday through Friday, $15 per vehicle Saturday and Sunday, and $20 per vehicle on holidays. For more park and camping information, visit parks. sbcounty.gov.

Ontario Summer Movies in the Park Head to Celebration Park

North (4980 S Celebration Ave., Ontario) on Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. to watch “Lilo & Stitch.” Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. This community event is free.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Consumer Cellular - the same reliable, nationwide coverage as the largest carriers. No long-term contract, no hidden fees and activation is free. All plans feature unlimited talk and text, starting at just $20/month. For more information, call 1-844-9080605. (Cal-SCAN)

Get a break on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, nocost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-491-2884 today! (Cal-SCAN)

Prepare for power outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-844-439-5645 today to schedule a free quote. It?s not just a generator. It?s a power move. (Cal-SCAN)

End your tax worries today. Let us make your tax problem our priority. Scared, stuck

with high tax amounts? Our A+ tax professionals can help. Call for a FREE consultation. Call Priority Tax now 1-877361-0387 (Cal-SCAN)

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Safe Step. North America's #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-ofthe-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-888-989-5749 (CalSCAN)

INSURANCE/HEALTH

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 400 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-844-203-2677 www. dental50plus.com/calnews #6258 (Cal-SCAN)

MISCELLANEOUS

The difference in winning

CLASSIFIEDS

and losing market share is how businesses use their advertising dollars. CNPA’s Advertising Services’ power to connect to nearly 13 million of the state’s readers who are an engaged audience, makes our services an indispensable marketing solution. For more info call Cecelia @ (916) 288-6011 or cecelia@cnpa.com

DID YOU KNOW Newspapergenerated content is so valuable it’s taken and repeated, c ondensed,broadcast, tweeted, discussed, posted, copied, edited, and emailed countless times throughout the day by others? Discover the Power of Newspaper Advertising. For a free brochure call 916-288-6011 or email cecelia@cnpa.com (Cal-SCAN)

REAL ESTATE LOANS

RETIRED COUPLE $$$$ for business purpose Real Estate loans. Credit unimportant. V.I.P. Trust Deed Company www.viploan.com Call 1-818248-0000. Broker-principal DRE 01041073. No consumer loans. (Cal-SCAN)

COUPLE

Jordan A-16097

Jordan is an 8-year-old sweetheart at Pasadena Humane who proves that a rough start doesn't define your future. Found as a stray in poor condition, you'd never guess he's faced any hardship because of the way he greets everyone with a wagging tail, a gentle spirit, and an endless love for people. This easygoing boy is happiest by your side, whether he's strolling through the neighborhood, relaxing in the park, or soaking up all the attention he can get. He's great with strangers, wonderful on walks, knows his tricks, is potty trained, and loves treats. Jordan has the perfect balance of playful and calm, always ready for an adventure but just as happy to curl up next to you for a nap. If you're looking for a loyal, loving companion, Jordan is your guy!

Alec A-22238

Meet Alec, a handsome 1-year-old Husky with a calm, easygoing personality that's quickly winning hearts at Pasadena Humane! This sweet boy is quiet, relaxed, and wonderfully well-mannered — whether he's riding in the car, strolling through the park, or exploring a hiking trail on a foster field trip. Alec is friendly with people, enjoys gentle pets (especially belly rubs!), and loves spending time by your side. Great on walks and always ready to show off a “sit” or “paw” — especially if string cheese is involved — Alec is the definition of a good boy. Come meet this chill adventure buddy with a heart of gold!

The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines. Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org. New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

High-severity wildfires burn 30 times more area than in 1985, UCLA study finds

By City News Service

High-severity wildfires that kill large numbers of trees are now burning far more acreage in California than they did four decades ago, according to a UCLA study published Monday.

The study, appearing in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, found that the area burned by high-severity fires in California increased thirtyfold between 1985 and 2024, while overall forest acreage burned annually increased tenfold.

Researchers said severe fires, which often kill entire stands of trees rather than allowing forests to recover naturally, have overtaken lower- severity fires as the dominant type of forest fire

in California.

"These high-severity, forest-replacing fires used to be uncommon, and now it's the dominant fire type," senior author Park Williams, a UCLA professor of geography, said in a statement. "Fire is a natural process that can be healthy for ecosystems, but most of California's tree species have a difficult time coming back following fires that kill huge swaths of trees."

According to the study, high-severity fires have outnumbered low-severity fires every year since 2012.

Researchers linked the trend to increasingly warm and dry conditions associated with climate change, as well as decades of fire suppression that have

allowed dense vegetation and underbrush to accumulate in many forests.

"When the weather is hot and dry, the vaporpressure deficit is high, which leads the atmosphere to act like a sponge, soaking up surface water," said lead author Mitchell Hung, a doctoral student at Stanford University who conducted the research while at UCLA.

"In general, the warmer and drier the atmosphere, the more high-severity fire we saw over the last 40 years."

The study found that the increase in severe fires has been greatest in densely forested areas with high levels of biomass and combustible vegetation.

Researchers warned that repeated high-severity fires could permanently alter California's landscapes by preventing forests from regenerating and encouraging the spread of grasslands and shrublands in formerly forested areas.

AThe loss of forests could also affect air quality, water management, tourism and other sectors of the state's economy, according to the study.

Researchers said forestthinning projects and prescribed burns could help reduce the risk of severe fires in some areas, although broader climate trends remain a major driver of wildfire behavior.

On America’s 250th, California wildlife refuges honor natural wonders

s the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary next week, conservation groups said national wildlife refuges remain essential to preserving the country’s natural beauty.

California’s 43 refuges span 1.6 million acres. Congress established the National Wildlife Refuge System 60 years ago, and it has grown to more than 570 sites nationwide.

Jeff Aardahl, a wildlife biologist and California senior representative for Defenders of Wildlife,

said cuts from the Trump administration’s Department of Governmental Efficiency are hampering the system’s mission.

“Operational budgets have been reduced,” Aardahl pointed out. “The number of wildlife biologists, interpreters and refuge managers have also been reduced. So the National Wildlife Refuge System now is under great stress.”

By Suzanne Potter, Public News Service

California’s refuges span every corner of the state from south to north, with protected lands from

Wlarly in the San Joaquin Valley, are struggling because they depend on water allocations from the federal Bureau of Reclamation, which has prioritized water deliveries to farmers and urban areas in Southern California.

Aardahl noted the wildlife refuges, along with 262 protected areas designated by the state, shelter thousands of fragile species.

“These refuges support many imperiled native species like the southern sea otter, checkerspot and

monarch butterflies, redlegged frog, San Joaquin kit fox, gray wolf, and California condor, which is endangered,” Aardahl outlined.

Much of the funding for the refuges comes directly through congressional appropriations to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Additional funding comes from the Land and Water Conservation Fund, the future of which is tied to the America the Beautiful Act, a bipartisan bill currently before the U.S. Senate.

Beach water warnings issued amid rising temperatures

ith temperatures rising across Los Angeles County and more people expected to head to the coast, public health officials Tuesday warned beachgoers to avoid ocean waters at several beaches because of elevated

bacteria levels.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued warnings for the following areas:

-- Solstice Creek at Dan Blocker County Beach, entire swim area;

-- Mother's Beach in

By City News Service

Marina del Rey, entire swim area; -- Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro, entire swim area; -- Castlerock storm drain at Topanga County Beach, 100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain;

-- Topanga Canyon Beach

in Malibu, 100 yards up and down the coast from the lagoon; and -- Santa Monica Pier, 100 yards up and down the coast from the pier.

Health officials said the warnings were issued after recent water samples showed

bacteria levels exceeding state health standards, which could increase the risk of illness.

Meanwhile, a warning was lifted for Bel Air Bay at Will Rogers State Beach after recent testing found water quality levels had returned to state standards.

Recorded information on beach conditions is available 24 hours a day on the county's beach closure hotline, 800-525-5662. A map of impacted locations and more information can be found at PublicHealth. LACounty.gov/Beach.

Monrovia Old Town report: For purple mountain majesties…

By Shawn Spencer shawn@girlfridaysolutions.net

What a week we had — a commercial fire in Old Town adjacent kept our firefighters busy last week. The primary structure was lost, with neighboring buildings suffering from water and smoke damage. Thankfully, no one was injured and our amazing firefighters evacuated the area, working through the night to extinguish the fire. On Sunday, a car believed to be driven by someone experiencing a medical emergency crashed into an Old Town salon. Thank goodness there were no patrons or pedestrians outside. Emergency staff were quick to treat the driver, but so far there is no word on their condition. On top of all that excitement, we are all still suffering from the Boyle Heights smoke. Hopefully, this didn’t put a damper on any Father’s Day celebrations. Dads never get as

much celebrating as moms do. They deserved one day of being loved and spoiled. Cheers to all you dads!

The Arthur Blair Historic Inn is hosting their grand opening and charity soiree on July 4 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Located at 512 S.Ivy, Monrovia’s beloved historian Steve Baker’s home has been transformed into a historically accurate and beautiful bed and breakfast. The inn and soon to be open on-site restaurant, Viola’s (named after Steve Baker’s grandmother), are the talk of the town. Take a walk back in time to 1887 during your self-guided tour and enjoy refreshments and chamber music. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite. All profits will benefit the Monrovia Historical Society’s Anderson House, which is slated to undergo muchneeded renovations.

Also on the 4th of July, our glorious country turns 250.Join your neighbors at Library Park from 7 to 9:30

p.m. for live music from OC Groove and a spectacular fireworks show at 9 p.m. This is one of my favorite

By City News Service

Los Angeles County's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 5.5% in May, the same rate as April, according to figures released Friday by the state Employment Development Department.

The 5.5% rate was below the 5.7% rate from May 2025, according to the EDD.

In Orange County, the non-seasonally adjusted May unemployment rate was 3.5%, down slightly from 3.7% in April.

Statewide, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.3% in May, the same rate as April but down from 5.5% in May 2025. The comparable estimates for the nation were 4.3% in May, 4.3% in April and 4.3% a year ago.

Between April and May, total nonfarm employment in Los Angeles County

increased by 9,000 to reach more than 4.6 million jobs.

The leisure and hospitality sector posted the largest gains, adding 6,300 positions. The information sector saw the largest drop, shedding 3,300 positions.

Inland Empire

Amid a mix of payroll losses and gains throughout the regional economy, Riverside County's unemployment rate dropped marginally in May, according to figures released Friday by the California Employment Development Department.

The countywide jobless rate last month, based on preliminary EDD estimates, was 4.7%, compared to 4.9%, in April.

According to figures, the May rate was three-tenths of a percentage point lower than the year-ago level, when countywide unem-

ployment stood at 5%.

The latest agency estimates indicated Cherry Valley had the highest unemployment rate within the county in May at 8.7%, followed by Blythe at 8.6%, Coachella at 7.5%, Rancho Mirage at 6.9% and March Air Reserve Base at 6.7%

The combined unemployment rate for Riverside and San Bernardino counties -- the Inland Empire -- was 4.6%, down from 4.9% in April, the EDD stated.

Bi-county data indicated payrolls expanded by the widest margin in the agricultural sector, where 1,400 positions were added in May.

Additional gains were recorded in the construction, manufacturing and public sectors, which put nearly 1,000 people to work last month, figures showed.

Payrolls declined by

events of the year. I’m a sucker for fireworks. While our country feels challenged and often divided, she is still America the Beautiful. May God mend thine every flaw.

Let’s get back to June. Calling all soccer fans! Tonight, there will be a World Cup Watch Party at Library Park. The game starts at 7 p.m. and it’s USA vs Turkey. There is no dress code, but I’m guessing the theme will be red, white and blue. GO USA!

On June 28, from noon to 7 p.m., the 9th Annual Monrovia Music Fest returns to Library Park. Enjoy live bands, craft beer, food trucks, a kid’s zone and an artisan market. This event is free and fun for the whole family. Get more info at Monroviafest.com

June 27-28 is the Monrovia Canyon Park family hike and campout. This sounds like so much fun; I almost wish I was a camper. There will be campfires, s’mores, guided day and night hikes. A BBQ dinner will be provided by Canyon Park staff, and a delicious pancake breakfast will be served by city staff the next day. Registration is now open and $123 gets you a 10-by-10-foot campsite for a maximum occupancy of four people per space. Space is limited so order soon: 626-2568282.

In closing, I encourage everyone to show more patience and kindness toward one another. Regardless of religion or political beliefs, let’s make a sincere effort to treat people with differing views with greater respect. God has shed His grace on thee, so let us crown thy good with brotherhood by honoring that grace through unity, equality, and compassion.

ogy and trade, transportation and utilities sectors, which sank by a total 2,400 positions, EDD said. Miscellaneous unclassified industries also fell by 200 jobs.

The financial services and mining sectors were unchanged.

The statewide nonseasonally adjusted unemployment rate in May was 4.7%.

LEGALS

APPLICANT: Feng XiaoArchitect, Inc. (Feng Xiao)

PROJECT ADDRESS: 1219 South Magnolia Avenue

File your DBA with us at filedba.com

Temple City Notices

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE AS REQUIRED BY GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 36933(c)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AT ITS REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026, THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED:

ORDINANCE NO. 25-1088

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND CHAPTERS 9-2 (SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS) AND 9-3 (CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS), AND DELETE CHAPTERS 9-4 (CONDOMINIMUM CONSTRUCTIONS) AND 9-6 (VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS) OF THE TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE

THE FOLLOWING SUMMARIZES ORDINANCE 25-1088

HEARING DATEAND TIME: Tuesday July 7 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

MANNING & KASS ELLROD RAMIREZ TRESTER LLP

801 S. FIGUEROA ST., 15TH FL. LOS ANGELES CA 90017

Telephone (213) 624-6900

6/18, 6/22, 6/25/26

CNS-4051838#

AZUSA BEACON

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BLANCA MARGARITA FIGUEROA CASE NO. 26STPB06489

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 administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

HEARING DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of BLANCA MARGARITA FIGUEROA.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on July 9, 2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 600 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

HEARING LOCATION:Monrovia City Hall (Council Chambers), 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California 91016

HEARING LOCATION: Monrovia CityHall (CouncilChambers), 415 South IvyAvenue, Monrovia, California 91016

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PAUL FIGUEROA SR. in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

AVAILABILITY: The staff report and relatedmaterials pertaining to this item willbe available on Thursday, July 2, 2026, after 4:00 p.m. at Monrovia CityHall, and online at https://www.monroviaca.gov/your-government/citycouncil/agendas-minutes

The proposed Ordinance would update the City’s subdivision regulations to implement Housing Element Program D4, comply with recent changes in State law, clarify subdivision procedures, and maintain consistency with the California Subdivision Map Act.

Ordinance No. 25-1088 was introduced for first reading at the City Council Regular Meeting of June 3, 2026, and adopted at the City Council Regular Meeting of June 16, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember- Chavez, Sternquist, Yu, Chen, Man

NOES: Councilmember- None

ABSENT: Councilmember- None

RECUSED:Councilmember- None

A certified copy of the full text of the ordinance is available for review on the City’s website, www.templecity.us. Anyone having questions may contact the City Clerk at (626) 285-2171.

Dated: June 25, 2026

Peggy Kuo, City Clerk

Published: June 25, 2026

TEMPLE CITY TRIBUNE

Monrovia City Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MONROVIA CITY COUNCIL

This Notice is to inform you of a public hearing to determine whether or not the following project should be granted under Title 16 and/or 17 of the Monrovia Municipal Code:

APPLICATION: Tentative Tract Map No. 85208 (TTM2026-0002)

REQUEST: Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 85208 (TTM2026-0002) to subdivide one lot into six condominium units, in conjunction with a proposed 6-unit, two-story residential condominium project. The property is located in the RH (Residential High Density) zone. On June 10, 2026, the Monrovia Planning Commission recommended approval of the Tentative Tract Map (TTM2026-0002) to the City Council.

ENVIRONMENTAL

DETERMINATION: This project has been determined to be Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to §15332, under Class 32 (In-Fill Development Projects). This section consists of an in-fill residential development project on a site less than five acres that is consistent with the applicable General Plan designation and zoning regulations, has no habitat value for sensitive species, creates no significant environmental effects related to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality, and is adequately served by all required utilities and public services.

APPLICANT: Feng Xiao Architect, Inc. (Feng Xiao)

PROJECT ADDRESS: 1219 South Magnolia Avenue

AVAILABILITY: The staff report and related materials pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday, July 2, 2026, after 4:00 p.m. at Monrovia City Hall, and online at https://www.monroviaca. gov/your-government/city-council/ agendas-minutes.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that PAUL FIGUEROA SR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Public comments regarding thisitem may be stated in person at the hearing, or submitted in writing. Public input will be acceptedby emailat

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Public comments regarding this item may be stated in person at the hearing, or submitted in writing. Public input will be accepted by email at cityclerk@monroviaca.gov. Comments received by 5:00 p.m. on July 7, 2026, will be distributed to the City Council before the meeting.

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If you need additional information regarding this matter, or have questions, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 932-5565, or by email at planning@monroviaca.gov. This application will not alter the zoning status of your property.

Austin Arnold Assistant Planner

Publish June 25, 2026 MONROVIA WEEKLY residential

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ROMAN A. ESTRADA CASE NO. 26STPB06225

Este aviso es para informarle sobre una junta pública acerca de la propiedad indicada más arriba. Si necesita información adicional en español, favor de ponerse en contacto con el Departamento de Planificación al número (626) 932-5565 o planning@monroviaca.gov.

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ROMAN A. ESTRADA. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BERNADETTE ESTRADA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BERNADETTE ESTRADA 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 in this court as follows: 07/10/26 at 8:30AM in Dept. 217 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

DANIEL B. HERBERT - SBN 149301

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: 07/13/26 at 8:30AM in Dept. 217 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 JACQUELYNN REMERY-PEARSON - SBN 278547

REMERY LAW FIRM

1955 WEST GLENOAKS BLVD. GLENDALE CA 91201

Telephone (818) 558-5909 6/18, 6/22, 6/25/26 CNS-4052014# EL MONTE EXAMINER

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WILLIAM R. HALL aka WILLIAM REDMAN HALL

Case No. 26STPB06457

To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of WILLIAM R. HALL aka WILLIAM REDMAN HALL

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Emily Jane May in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Emily Jane May 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

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 ap-pearance 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 issu-ance 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 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:

A PAUL HEFFEL ESQ SBN357594 STONE DOYLE & HEFFEL 35 N LAKE AVE STE 710 PASADENA CA 91101 CN128338 HALL Jun 18,22,25, 2026 SAN GABRIEL SUN

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GABINO FLORES VARELA CASE NO. 26STPB06591

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of GABINO FLORES VARELA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by REYNA N. PROVENCIO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that REYNA N. PROVENCIO 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 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: 07/13/26 at 8:30AM in Dept. 600 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