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CITY OF ARCADIA & VECTOR CONTROL HOLD EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP JULY 19
Vector Control of San Gabriel Valley asks residents to be extra careful this summer, particularly with their pools – a choice breeding ground for mosquitos. This photo was taken last year when Pasadena PD Air units and Vector control teamed up to search the San Gabriel Valley for dirty pools. This was one of scores of extremely dirty pools we photographed that hot June morning. – Photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News
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ity of Arcadia Code Services and the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District will be hosting a workshop on Wednesday, July 19 at 5 p.m. at the Arcadia Public Library Auditorium, located at 20 W. Duarte Road. Arcadia residents are invited to attend. Residents will have the opportunity to meet staff from Code Services and the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and
Vector Control District. This interactive workshop will include useful information on scope of services, vector control, vector-borne diseases, and most importantly, what residents can do to protect themselves and the community. Last June Lt. Mike Ingram, Air Operations for Pasadena Police Department, arranged for Vector Control specialist 1, Leslie Conner to fly around the Valley in search of more pools
Arcadia Police, they dept. assisted area residents with evacuation do to the intense heat and smoke and potential for gasoline explosions. While arson investigators were on scene Monday the ADF said initially that it didn’t look like the fire was deliberately set.
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Arcadia High School is well-known known for academic achievements, extremely high GPA and SAT scores as well as an impressive list of graduates
accepted each year to Ivy League schools. Naturally, the district has a copious amounts of Spanish and other language classes but very few even know of the French program. What you SEE PAGE 11
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MULTIPLE VEHICLES DESTROYED IN CARPORT FIRE IN ARCADIA A carport fire on Second Avenue in Arcadia Monday destroyed numerous vehicles The fire broke out in the 200 block of South 2nd Avenue at 11:37 a.m. A fire official said firefighters put out the fire in about 20 minutes. According to
that may be contributing to mosquito population and thus increasing the chance West Nile Virus. Arcadia Weekly went along for the ride with pilot T.J. Gonzales and Sean PorterTactical Flight Officer. Lt. Ingram pointed out that Vector Control San Gabriel
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City of Pasadena Announces New Fire Department False Alarm Billing Company The Pasadena Fire Department responded to approximately 2,400 incidents relating to false alarms last year, unintentional alarm system activation, unintentional heat and smoke detector activations, system malfunctions and other types of false alarms. An estimated 1,300 (54 percent) of those incidents were considered second and subsequent false alarms at the same location. Effectively processing false alarm fees helps to reduce responses to false alarms and allow fire department resources to respond to actual emergencies. The Pasadena Fire Department is working with Public Safety Corporation to manage the billing process of false alarm fees throughout the City of Pasadena. Public Safety Corporation will be utilizing CryWolf, their alarm monitoring service and software, to track and bill false alarms. Public Safety Corporation will administer all false fire alarm notifications, billing and collections for the City. The program will help to encourage fire alarm users and alarm companies to maintain the proper working order of alarm systems. The new software service will improve the reliability of fire alarms, and the readiness of public safety resources to better serve the community. Public Safety Corporation will begin working with the Pasadena Fire Department on June 19, 2017. Alarm companies can register their clients online with Pasadena’s False Alarm Reduction Program at www.crywolfservices.com/pasadenacafire or at its customer service phone number: (855) 809-2057. Customer support is available from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday for questions regarding
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false alarm fees. A link to CryWolf’s program and the registration website is also available through the city’s website at http://ww5.cityofpasadena. net/fire/ under “False Alarm Reduction Program.” The website will also contain helpful tips on how to
reduce many preventable false alarms. If you have any questions or need further information please contact Public Safety Corporation at (855) 809-2057 or the Pasadena Fire Department Prevention Bureau at (626) 744-4668.
Paid Parking is coming to Monrovia by susan motander Motander@yahoo.com
Monrovia has long prided itself on providing free public parking. That is about to change, thanks to Metro. The parking lot built for the Metro Gold Line Station is about to start charging for parking. According to City Manager Oliver Chi, the Monrovia Lot is one of the busiest on the Gold Line extension. Charging for parking at the Monrovia Lot is an experimental program and
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the exact details were not clear in the staff report outlining the situation. Currently the structure is supposed to be used only by transit users. The proposal is a parking rate of $5 be set. The structure will be available for general public use weekdays from 6 pm to 5 am and on all weekends and Federal holidays. A $5 parking rate will be set, and Metro will retain all parking revenues. Parking Control Arms and payment machines will be installed at the structure soon and the experimental program will last for 24 months (2 years).
South Pasadena Arts Council Presents Mary Beth Heffernan – ‘The Quintessence of Dust’ The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) is pleased to present the exhibition Mary Beth Heffernan – The Quintessence of Dust at SPARC Gallery, located at the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce on Mission Street. The exhibit opens June 24 and lasts until August 11. Sam Mellon of the South Pasadena curatorial design firm MICRONAUT organized the exhibition. There will be an artist reception on Saturday, July 22 from 5 – 7 p.m. “Quintessence of Dust explores bodies in a state of flux, images suspended between one world and the next,” Heffernan writes in her artist statement for the exhibition. It features a large-scale black and white photogram created
with human cremated remains. “The tossed ashes are recorded as a negative presence,” the artist states, “the scudding constellation of white dots memorializing its presence on the photographic paper. The celestial illusion is interrupted by the presence of a white disk--a body tag-- underscoring the disarmingly literal presence of the body’s remains.” Heffernan uses camera-less photogram and frottage techniques for their primitive analogue and alchemical qualities. A photogram of cremated remains underscores the element of touch, of physical presence, in making the image. Similarly, rubbings also create a fossil-like trace. Quintessence of Dust presents the body as
tangibly present, even as it is poignantly absent. Mart Beth Heffernan is a Los Angeles-based artist whose work explores the interplay of corporeality and images. She earned her MFA in Photography at the California Institute of the Arts, and was a Studio Fellow of the Whitney Independent Study Program in New York City. Heffernan is currently Professor of Sculpture, Photography and Interdisciplinary Art at Occidental College. SPARC Gallery is located at 1121 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030. SPARC Gallery Hours are Tuesday – Friday 10am - 5 pm or by appointment. Please call the Chamber office before arriving. 626-441-2339.
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If you’ve grown up in Los Angeles, chances are you’ve tasted one of its famous French dip sandwiches at least once. Yet we’d like to suggest a Pasadena alternative—Harlowe’s French Dip. Although this sandwich saloon is a newcomer to the neighborhood, its founders are not. Harlowe’s is the handiwork of four friends who grew up in Pasadena: chefs Tony Alcazar and Brian Kiepler along with L.A. city firefighters Brandon Ibrahim and Patrick Best. The quartet is also responsible for The Bottle Room, a staple in Whittier’s food scene. After a years of culinary success under their belts, they set their sights on hometown Pasadena. “When we saw this location, we knew the space suited the concept,” said Alcazar, remarking on the marriage of Harlowe’s ambiance with their style of food. And while the chefs labored to perfect their menu (which is constantly evolving), Ibrahim and Best’s influences are evident too, from the refinishing of the Art Deco woodwork to the entertainment at the bar. “We benefit from four perspectives on everything, sharing experiences that help each other be better,” said Alcazar. “It’s a total group effort.” Their efforts have yielded some fantastic results. The menu is upscale yet accessible, offering burgers, small plates
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Harlowe’s serves up a deeply delicious take on the classic French dip sandwich.- Courtesy photo
and signature dishes like pickle brine fried chicken. The crown jewel—the French dip—is rendered in many forms, from roast beef to slow-roasted pork to braised lamb. Not to be missed, the bar is stocked with beers both rare and familiar, its selections ranging from Belgium to Pasadena itself. “Everything is fresh,” said Alcazar. “The condiments, the cheese—everything is handmade, hand-selected.” And while he still holds L.A.’s French dip mainstays in high regard, you can taste the Harlowe take on the dish. “We’re just trying to make it correctly,” said Alcazar. “Even a little butter on a toasted bun makes a big difference.” With so many spots to choose from in Old Town Pasadena, Harlowe’s remains refreshingly unaffected. The food is excellent—brought to our tables based on taste instead of trends. And though it would
seem that four “cooks” in the kitchen would complicate matters, this partnership serves up just the opposite. “We definitely have other concepts we’d like to explore,” Alcazar shared, “maybe something involving alcohol. Whatever we do, it will be different from Harlowe’s and The Bottle Room.” For now, we’re just happy the four friends are making their mark on Pasadena. So get there for happy hour. Order a dip—and the fries—and a cold one. You just might be tasting a little bit of French dip history in the making. Harlowe’s French Dip is located at 43 E. Union Street in Old Town Pasadena. Contact them at harlowesfrenchdip.com | 626-535-0985 | info@harlowesfrenchdip. com and follow all the tasty tweaks to their menu at Facebook and Instagram at @harlowesfrenchdip and Twitter at @ harlowesdips.
the House Small Business Committee completed a markup of a number of small business bills, including H.R. 2364, the Investing in Main Street Act introduced by Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27) along with Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06) and Rep. Steve Knight (CA-25). This bill would amend the Small Businesses Investment Act of 1958 to increase the percentage of capital and surplus that a bank or federal savings association may invest in Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs) to match current banking regulations. The SBIC program is an investment program with a Small Business Administration (SBA) guarantee that increases access to capital for high-growth, start-up businesses. Currently, SBICs cannot take capital investments from banks that have more than 5% of the institution’s capital and surplus invested in SBICs, however banking regulation permits investments up to 15% of the banks’ capital and surplus. Rep. Chu, a member of the
Small Business Committee, and Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (NY-07), Ranking Democrat of the House Small Business Committee, released the following statements: “I’m so pleased that both Democrats and Republicans on our committee could come together today to help advance this important bill that will increase investment in our small businesses,” said Rep. Chu. “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, but I know, from talking to entrepreneurs in my district and around the country, that one of the greatest challenges to success is access to capital. That is what the Investing in Main Street Act will address, by letting banks or federal savings associations invest up to 15% of their holdings into SBICs. I hope this bill is brought to the floor swiftly so that more entrepreneurs will be able to access the capital they need to grow their business and hire more workers.” Read Full Statement Online
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Pasadena Senior Center Offers Art Therapy Studies show that art therapy can help improve the emotional, physical and psychological health of senior citizens. An art therapy workshop Monday, July 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Pasadena Senior Center will be led by Norma Green, an art therapist who has been in private practice for 20 years. The workshop is open to members and nonmembers of the Pasadena Senior Center. Green will show paintings by renowned artists, and participants will use pastels and pads of newsprint paper to express their emotions. “There is great joy and wonderment in the discovery and expression of one’s own abilities to create and give real form to ideas and feelings,” Green said. Register at the Welcome Desk. No prior artistic experience is required. A $5 materials fee will be payable at the door. For more information visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call 626-795-4331.
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monrovia’s Rose Leaf Ragtime Club The Rose Leaf Ragtime Club, which meets on the last Sunday of every month, will have its next MUSICAL GET-TOGETHER on Sunday, June 25 at Wang’s Place, 120 E. Lemon Ave., Monrovia, in the old town area. After stepping into the foyer, enter the separate meeting room through the door to your right. The meeting time will be from 1:00 p.m. until approximately 4:30 p.m. Wang’s Chinese cuisine is topnotch, and attendees are encouraged to order, but it is not required. There is also a full bar to order from. Free parking is available in several nearby city-owned lots or on the street
nearby. Most street parking is unrestricted on Sundays. The Rose Leaf Ragtime Club features performers on piano and other instruments playing ragtime and related types of music. All performers and listeners are welcome. The only charge is to non-performers who are asked to make a $2.00 donation. For further information call Hal Leavens (626) 359-8648 or Ron Ross (818) 766-2384 or send e-mail toRagtimeron@TWC.COM The Rose Leaf Ragtime Club is on the Web at http://roseleafclub.com.
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Oo La La! A French Fashion Show in Pasadena The first French Fashion Show to take place at the Alliance Française de Pasadena will have Walker/Viden Luxury Consignment producing the show and providing all of the French Fashion. The event takes makes it debut at the Alliance Française de Pasadena, Friday, June 23rd at 5 p.m. at 232 N. Lake Ave. in Pasadena. The Alliance Française de Pasadena was founded in 1924. Its purpose is to encourage the study of the French language and culture and promote understanding and friendship between French people and others who share
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Spain’s Premier Boy Choir Makes Pasadena Debut In Free Concert Spain’s premier boy choir, Escolania de Montserrat, founded in the Catalonia region in the 13th century and considered one of Europe’s oldest continuously operating boy choirs and music schools, makes its highly anticipated Southern California debut in a free concert presented by the Los Angeles
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ARCADIA June 15 At approximately 11:15 a.m., an officer responded to the Arcadia Police Department parking lot regarding a vandalism report. The victim stated he parked his vehicle in a parking lot at 745 West Naomi Drive between 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. during the previous evening, and when he returned, discovered numerous scratches to the trunk, doors, gas cap, headlights, and the hood. The scratches appear to have been made with a key. The victim does not know who would have vandalized his vehicle. No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located. Around 8:42 p.m., an officer responded to Top Education Institute, 909 South Santa Anita Avenue, regarding a threat report. An investigation revealed a tutor became upset over teaching material and began making threats to shoot the victim. The 27-year-old male from Arcadia was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. June 16 At about 12:53 p.m., an officer responded to a business in the 200 block of North First Avenue regarding a grand theft report. The victim, the owner of the location, discovered a former tenant stole carpet, sinks, light fixtures, switches, baseboards, kitchenette, and nearly all other parts of the building before being evicted. Just before 6:07 p.m., an officer responded to the Santa Anita Race Track, 285
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West Huntington Drive, regarding a vehicle burglary report. An investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) smashed a rear window, stole laptops, tablets, and electronics, and fled undetected. No suspects were seen and no witnesses were located. June 17 Shortly after 3:45 a.m., an officer conducted an enforcement stop on a vehicle in the area of Santa Anita Avenue and Colorado Boulevard for making an improper right turn. Upon contacting the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of alcohol emitting from the driver’s breath. Through a series of tests, the officer determined the 24-year-old male from Baldwin Park had a blood alcohol content of .15%. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Around 12:29 p.m., an officer responded to the Arcadia Police Department front counter regarding a fraud report. The reporting party, a loss prevention specialist with Ralphs Grocery Store, discovered a series of fraudulent transactions where the unknown suspect altered Coinstar receipts to falsely obtain money. The investigation is ongoing.
PASADENA June 14 At about 1:34 p.m., Pasadena Police officers investigated a robbery at a fast food business in the 2100 block of East Foothill Boulevard. The suspect walked up to the counter, displayed a firearm, and demanded money from the store clerk.
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He fled after receiving the money. The suspect was described as a male Hispanic, 30s, medium build, black baseball cap, white bandana, and wearing a dark gray long sleeve shirt. If you have any information about the robbery or the suspect, please call the Pasadena Police Department at (626) 744-4241. June 16 At about 1:43 a.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to the 100 block of East Colorado Boulevard regarding a stabbing. On arrival, officers saw three males running from the area and detained them without incident. It was later discovered that the males were involved in the stabbing and made statements to the officers about the incident. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was treated for stab wounds. The suspects were arrested and booked for attempted murder. The weapon was recovered. June 17 At about 12:07 a.m., a concerned community member contacted Pasadena Police officers on patrol near Green Street and Marengo Avenue. The community member said he was concerned about a possible intoxicated driver attempting to leave the parking structure. As PPD officers approached the vehicle, the driver drove away at a high rate of speed, east on Green Street. Officers attempted to follow the vehicle, however, the drive crashed into a large planter near Marengo Avenue and Green Street, severing a gas line. PFD responded and assisted the gas company to shut of the gas.
MONROVIA June 17 At 4:22 a.m., an alarm activation was reported at a business in the 900 block of E. Huntington. Officers arrived and found the entire front entrance damaged. It appears the suspects rammed the front doors with a white, full-size, diesel truck, destroying the entrance doors and shelves in the store. The suspects took drugs and fled, heading south on Mountain. The investigation is continuing. At 5:58 a.m., a white, fullsize, diesel truck was reported stolen from the 700 block of Mountain View. The victim went out to his vehicle in the morning and found his truck had been stolen from his residence. This may be the truck used in the commercial burglary. The investigation is continuing. At 1:39 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the report of a disturbing subject at a business in the 700 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and learned that the store cashier had been punched in the face by an angry customer. The suspect had left the area. Officers conducted an area check for the suspect, but he was not located. The investigation is continuing. At 3:22 p.m., dispatch received a call from the Monrovia Fire Department stating they were trying to locate two lost hikers. The Fire Department set up a command post and reported the hikers were approximately 14 miles west of Canyon Park. Police dispatch contacted the lost hikers on their cell phone. The hikers were husband and wife. They said they had been in the hills
for approximately 10 hours in 100 degree temperatures and needed water. The husband was able to give the latitude and longitude of their location from his cell phone. Sierra Madre Search and Rescue was contacted and at 4:10 p.m., search teams headed out to the hikers’ location and they were rescued and brought to safety.
conducted an investigation and confirmed the driver was intoxicated. She was arrested, as well as her passenger, who was also extremely intoxicated and unable to care for herself. The suspects were held for a sobering period.
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June 18 At 12:05 a.m., officers were on patrol in the 3300 block of Peck Road when they observed a suspicious, unoccupied vehicle parked at the curb. As they investigated, they saw a pipe used for smoking methamphetamine on the center console. A few moments later, a subject approached them claiming the vehicle belonged to him. He admitted the pipe was his and he was arrested. At 2:13 a.m., an assault incident was reported in the 100 block of W. Colorado. A female subject was sleeping in a stairwell when she was approached by her ex-boyfriend. He tried taking her bicycle and a struggle ensued. The suspect then took a full beer bottle and struck the female several times on her arms and then fled. The suspect was entered into the law enforcement computer system as a wanted person for the crime. The investigation is continuing. June 19 At 12:52 a.m., a possible drunk driver was reported in the area of California and Huntington. The vehicle was reported to be running red lights and stopping at green lights. Officers checked the area and located the vehicle in the city of Duarte on Huntington and Alherst. Officers
June 13 Officers were dispatched at about 12:41 a.m., to the 300 block of W. Sierra Madre Bl. to assist an outside agency regarding a possible suicidal juvenile. Officers located the juvenile as she was speaking to a relative on the phone who was on the way to pick up the juvenile. So Pasadena PD was notified that the missing person was located and reunited with a relative. June 17 At about 7:51 p.m. an officer on patrol was dispatched to a call of a reckless driver traveling eastbound in the 600 block of W. Sierra Madre Bl. The officer located the vehicle parked in front of the police station. As the officer attempted to make contact with the driver, the vehicle sped off at a high rate of speed. SMPD officers initiated a pursuit as the vehicle sped through the eastern section of the city on Sierra Madre Bl. and into the city of Arcadia where they cancelled the pursuit. The suspect was then pursued by Monrovia PD into the city of Covina where he was located at the home of a relative, arrested and taken into the custody of Monrovia PD. Case pending.
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Music on the Main: Dr. Bobby Rodriguez Latin Jazz (Descanso Gardens @ 6 p.m.) Our Music on the Main series continues with Latin legend and Grammy nominated artist Dr. Bobby Rodriguez. This season features bright newcomers and a mix of styles. Bring a picnic or purchase dinner from Patina’s concession stand, and enjoy a wonderful evening under the Descanso oaks with friends. All shows are free with admission to the Garden. Lawn chairs are allowed and lawn seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. -LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE
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FRIday - June 23 Every Friday Night Old Town Monrovia is transformed into a family friendly street fair (Downtown Monrovia @ 5 p.m.) With the main street closed to automotive traffic, guests can meet, shop and get entertained. The Street Fair has something for everybody starting with a Certified Farmer’s Market showcasing California’s finest freshly harvested produce. Kids are entertained in our Kid Zone, with jumpers, carnival rides, petting zoo, pony rides, and skill challenges. Food is present throughout the Fair at local restaurants and vendors serving both hot and pre-packaged meals, desserts and specialty items. Local artisans, and vendors offer a wide variety of quality merchandise for sale. And throughout the Fair and on our main stage there is live music and entertainment for guests to relax and enjoy the evening. -MONROVIA
SATURday - June 24 San Gabriel Valley Choral Company Presents “Route 66--Music and the All-American Highway,” a choral celebration of America’s love affair with road trips and travel, with a Silent Auction and refreshments at 6:00pm., and concert at 7:00pm (The Parish of Saint Luke, 122 S. California Avenue, Monrovia). -MONROVIA The public is invited to enjoy a day of family fun, food and entertainment (California Mission Inn, 8417 Mission Drive Rosemead Saturday June24 @10 a.m. - 4 p.m.). The event will showcase classic cars of many decades, as well as food booths, Bingo Tent, arts and crafts vendors, jumper slides. Raffle Prize proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Organization of Greater Los Angeles. The California Mission Inn, built in 1926 have grounds and gardens that cover more than five acres of land in the heart of Rosemead. This is a free event. -ROSEMEAD
Sunday - June 25 Arroyo Seco Weekend (1001 Rose Bowl Drive Pasadena gates open @ 10 a.m.) A new music and arts festival will take place for the first time this summer in the area surrounding the Rose Bowl Stadium, which
PFAR Wine Tasting and Auction (26 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena June 22 @ 5 p.m.) The Pasadena-Foothills Association of Realtors Charitable Foundation hosts “The Blind Tiger” 26th Annual Wine Tasting and Auction extravaganza at The Cellar. The event will be filled with a series of fun festivities to include a silent auction and wine toss, followed by a live auction later that evening. Wine, champagne, and hors d’oeuvres will be furnished throughout the evening. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in the Roaring Twenties theme as they partake in all of the exciting activities. Tickets are currently available for $75 at www.pfar. org or through the media contacts provided above. All proceeds will be donated to local charities. -PASADENA
is located in the lower Arroyo Seco, the festival’s namesake. Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Alabama Shakes, Mumford & Sons, Weezer and The Mowgli’s are just a few of the 30 acts in the lineup that will perform on three stages. The festival takes place on the last weekend of June with performances on Saturday and Sunday. One day passes cost $125 and a weekend pass cost $225; one day VIP passes cost $225 and VIP weekend passes $399. Children under 10 years old enter free. -PASADENA
MONday - June 26 Join us Monday evenings for live musical concerts for children and their families of all ages (Arcadia Public Library, 20 W. Duarte Rd., Arcadia @ 6 p.m.) The
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city of Arcadia will kick off the events with fun kid activities and music will follow at 6:30pm. Concerts will take place on the Library’s Lawn, so please bring comfortable seating or a blanket. Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library. -ARCADIA
TUEsday - June 27 World Rhythms: Moira Smiley & VOCO (Descanso Gardens @ 6 p.m.) Our World Rhythms series opens with genre-bending Moira Smiley & VOCO, bringing elegance and grit to folk songs original and ancient. This six-week series of world music and dance performances celebrates humankind’s
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WEDNESday - June 28 - LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE Wednesday Night Live hosted by “The Godfather” - Rudy Moreno (The Ice House @ 8 p.m.). Due to overwhelming demand, Rudy is back and his monthly show is bigger and better than ever! With host Rudy Moreno and other fantastic comedians and special guests. 18 & over, two drink minimum. Tickets $12.50 - $19.50. -PASADENA
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Jeff Koon’s latest exhibition of his gargantuan polished metal sculptures, stark white plasters and relatively smaller scale mixed media paintings has been extended through August 18 at Gagosian in Beverly. The massive stainless steel transparent colored works are clearly the stars of the show. As you walk into the main space your gaze will be transfixed on the nearly 12-foot-tall blue and magenta “Sacred Heart” sculpture. Essentially a towering heart wrapped in a skin-tight Mylarlike electric blue sheath, tied off tight at the top with a shiny magenta bow. The sculpture is somehow precariously balanced on a stark white slab base. Tempted to reach out and check the sculptures stability? If you get to close the room full of guards will pounce quickly given its surreal price tag. While the Sacred Heart is indeed impressive, it pales in comparison to the imposing 14-foot “Balloon Rabbit” (Magenta) in the adjacent gallery. The heart and rabbit works take common objects and transform them into monuments – forcing you to walk around them to observe from multiple vantage points. The bunny is so stunning it draws your attention away from smaller, but still impressive, steel works including the “Ballerinas” and “Bluebird Planter” which are perched just a few meters away. Both of these works utilize much finer color gradations and curvatures than the larger pieces. The metal works beg for a video that could explain the challenging construction without giving away the technical trade secrets. In fact, the steel sculptures suck up so much of the oxygen in the room you may almost forget the five plaster works holding his requisite blue glass gazing balls and the
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“Balloon Rabbit (Magenta)”, 2005-2010, Jeff Koons, Mirror-polished stainless steel with transparent color coating. 168” x 107” x 80.75” (1 of 5). - Courtesy photo
assorted oil on canvas paintings featuring the same reflective spheres positioned in front of them. The orbs are supposed to “reactivate” and “intensify” the familiar scenes. In reality, they make you part of the art; your reflection becomes the central core. There is a ton of two-hour free parking in the neighborhood, but probably not a great show to drag toddlers to given their desire to reach out and touch. Down Santa Monica Blvd at 101/Exhibit Gallery, Robin Eley’s “Loss/Less” is showing through July 14. Eley’s current works took over two years to construct – not surprising given that portraits containing 24,000 tiles had to be painstakingly painted, assembled, disassembled and rearranged to form the
final works. The process involves creating two original photo-real portraits and then swapping 1” x 1” tiles between the two paintings to create a single unique pixelated or digitized effect for the remaining “twin” portrait. Your eyes will naturally try to fill in the missing blanks on each side of the portrait, however, that is made more difficult because some of the compositions now have more than the requisite key features (e.g. four eyes on one head or mouths in the wrong position). The upper level gallery features “The Binary Project”, a 4,900 cell work that involved the artist dismantling and shipping all the tiles from the an original painting of his newborn twins across the globe to a group of Kickstarter campaign participants. The recipients then sent jpeg files of the originals back to Eley who reassembled them into a new 70” x 70” work. Each jpeg is a variation of the original tile with color and even subject matter altered. Eley’s art is a perfect example of technology and the digital world enhancing physical art instead of replacing it. Other Opportunities: bG Gallery at Bergamot Station features “Spectrum Gestalt 4” through July 1. Part curatorial, part installation the exhibit brings together artists’ works from a wide variety of genres and mediums, grouping them into an expansive spectrum of color. The show is a result of an annual open call, allowing the gallery to discover new talent. SpectrumGestalt is part of an ongoing series of installation/curatoriales exploring gestalt principles by Australian artist/curator, Airom. There is literally something for everyone – prices range from $20 to $2,000+.
A Faery Hunt Is Returning to Arcadia at LA County Arboretum A Faery Hunt is returning to the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, 301 North Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. This time with their musical "A Mermaid's Tail", an interactive adventure for young audiences and their families. Nickelodeon named A Faery Hunt - "Best Children's Theater in Los Angeles". This musical quest is filled with fun, laughs, surprises and a treasure hunt. We’ll meet the faeries and even get a peek at Pirate Captain Scrappy’s map of hidden treasures. Many children come in costume. Wings, wands and CD's of Faery Music from the shows will be available in the gift shop. Stay after the show to enjoy the rest of the gardens, have lunch at the Peacock Cafe and enjoy a faery full fun day at the Arboretum. Groups and parties are welcome. When: Saturday, August 19, 2017 Where: Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Gardens 301 North Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Ages: 2-10 and the young at heart Cost: $10 a ticket per person for members. $15 a ticket per person for non-members. Tickets: Call 626-821-4623 for tickets and reservations. More info go to www.afaeryhunt.com
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Valley and Pasadena Police Air Operations also work in conjunction with FAST- Foothill Air Support Team and routinely service about 26 cities and advise Vector Control of questionable pools this time of year, in addition to assisting cities with crime prevention. Each year at the beginning of summer, Pasadena Police Department works concur-
rently with Vector Control to assess potential dangers lurking in unmaintained swimming pools or other areas where water may be stagnant. As of June 1 last year, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District (SGVMVCD) is monitoring over 1,700 swimming pools that are either empty or unmaintained in the 241 square miles that make up their district
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Essay Contest Sponsored by Arcadia Historical The contest is open to all students who either live in the City of Arcadia or attend public or private schools located in the City of Arcadia. Entries shall relate to the theme "Arcadia Back to the Future How Has the Past Influenced Arcadia Today?" Essay must be 200 words or less in English, typed or handwritten clearly with good penmanship. All entries shall be the original work of one student The entry must be the student's own work and may not have been entered in any other competition Plagiarized entries will be disqualified. Use of copyrighted material is prohibited. Each entry must be accompanied by a 'Contest Submission Form" and clearly labeled with the student's name, phone number, age and grade The "Contest Submission Form" must be signed by the student and his/her parent or legal guardian. All entries submitted shall become the property of the Arcadia Historical Society,
Inc, and may be publically dis¬played and/ or reproduced. Entries can be mailed or hand-delivered, but must arrive at the following address no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 18, 2017: Arcadia Historical Society Annual Creative Essay Contest The Book Rack, 204 South First Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91106 Judges will be selected by the Arcadia Historical Society, Inc, and their - Courtesy photo decisions will be final Winners will be announced on September 15, 2017 Age Categories: Elementary School: Grades 3-5 Middle School: Grades 6-8 High School: Grades 9-12 The following prizes will be awarded Elementary School: First Place - $100.00 Middle School: First Place -$100.00 High School: First Place - $100.00 For any questions, contact the Arcadia Historical Society, Inc., at (626)446-8512
Arcadia Paramedic Program Saves Lives and More The Paramedic Membership Program (PMP) is an official program of the City of Arcadia that offers both businesses and residents FREE unlimited 24-hour emergency paramedic and ambulance service for a nominal yearly fee. Since its inception, the Paramedic Membership Program has saved Arcadia residents tens of thousands of dollars in emergency ambulance bills. All City of Arcadia residents and business owners are eligible to become a member of this valuable program. Members can ensure that they will be protected from any out-ofpocket expenses for paramedic and emergency ambulance services provided within the City of Arcadia boundaries by the Arcadia Fire Department or its authorized ambulance service provider. Annual membership fees are listed below: • Residents: $51 per year for regular membership
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may not know is that there is a formidable French language program at AHS yearning for some of those accolades ascribed to other factions of the High School. Enter AHS French teacher Christina Vaughan. Madame Vaughan’s zest for the language and her students is electrique positive. Each year, all students studying French at Arcadia High School with Madame Vaughan and Madame Krikorian have the opportunity to take The National French Contest/Le Grand Concours, which is an annual competition sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF). Students of French in grades 1-12, in all 50 states and abroad, take a written & listening comprehension test and compete against students with similar educational background for prizes. National Prizes include Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze medals. Each year, 25% of those participating receive a medal, but at Arcadia High School, over 70% of those taking the test rank nationally and receive a medal. Platinum award: Highest score in level/ division (National rank 1) Gold award: students in 95th percentile and above Silver award: students in 85th to 94th percentile Bronze award: students in 75th to 84th percentile Mention d'honneur award: Students in 50th to 74th percentiles Of all of the languages taught at Arcadia
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High School, French is the only one to have a national competition at every level: French 1, French 2, French 3, and French 4 AP. French students can share this accomplishment when applying to universities. French and the other languages have the SAT 2 which is taken at the beginning of one’s senior year and the AP test which is taken at the end of one’s senior year and the results are not available for universities until after students have already been accepted or rejected. The French program at Arcadia High School is smaller than the Spanish and Chinese programs, and about the same size as the Japanese program. Madame Vaughan and Madame Krikorian work together as a team to encourage the academic and personal growth of all of their students through engaging curriculum and partner activities which allow students to feel like a family while in class, and throughout their 4 years of French. If students wish to reach the AP level, it is highly recommended that they begin in 9th grade (and take that extra science class during the summer). While not officially part of the school curriculum, the French program also offers opportunities to host French high school students through an exchange program and also travel to France for an immersion experience. All of these aspects contribute to the success that Arcadia students have shown on this national test. To read the rest of the rankings, Visit ArcadiaWeekly.com
Mark your calendar, the City of Arcadia’s free summer concert series is approaching fast, so make sure you don’t miss out on the fun in the sun. The summer concerts are held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8p.m. on the lawn between City Hall and the Police Department (240 West Huntington Drive). Bring the kids out to participate in the free fun zone; featuring games, crafts and activities each week. In addition, the City is pleased to announce The Rolling Burger Barn Truck at all of the 2017 Summer Concert Series. Their mission is simple - make some darn good,
knee slapping, hooting and hollering burgers. A portion of the proceeds will be given to the Recreation and Community Services Department! For more information, please call (626) 574-5113. Listed below is the line-up for this summer. The Answer (Classic Rock) – June 29, 2017 Since 1964, The Answer has been supplying its renditions of top 40 classic rock hits. The Answer’s uncanny reproduction of all that’s good in classic rock today sets them far above their competition. With stage energy, witty antics, and FREE giveaways, The Answer delivers a knock out
show which is enjoyed by all ages! This is simply a show you cannot miss! Air Force Band (Patriotic, Classical) – July 6, 2017 Uniformed musicians displaying the dedication and professionalism of our United States Air Force and Air National Guard. This year’s concert theme is "Space and the celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the Air Force". Music will be selected from Gustav Holst's Planets, "Mars", "Star Wars" and "Star Trek" movie medley's. To view the full concert list, Visit ArcadiaWeekly.com
City of Arcadia Summer Movie Series in the Park The Movies in the Park are held on Friday evenings with games and activities starting at 6:30 p.m. on the lawn between City Hall and the Police Department (240 West Huntington Drive). Movie begins at dusk. Hot food, snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Movies in the Park is provided in partnership with CHOICESS Arcadia. The full lineup of Summer 2017 Movies in the Park Sing (PG) – June 30, 2017
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Pasadena Master Chorale Ends Season With ‘Looking to the Future’ by may s. ruiz MayChu@att.net
The last concert in the 2016-2017 season of the Pasadena Master Chorale is a momentous event for its Executive Director, Jeffrey Bernstein – their rendition of original compositions in a show called ‘Looking to the Future’ brings to a close another successful year. Proclaims Bernstein, “Since we started we have always been involved with young people singing with us. It’s at the heart of what we’re trying to do – to create opportunities for young people who love choir music to learn about it and perform it.” “The most exciting student program, by far, is ‘Listening to the Future’, the mentoring initiative we began last year,” Bernstein explains. “Through an application process, we select composers from local private and public schools. We team them up with a composer mentor who meets with them every week from November through June. They write music for us and we perform their work. PMC’s final concert of the year is entirely composed by high school students and it’s quite stirring.” This year’s young composers: Katherine Beggs, a rising senior at Westridge School; Elise Logan, who just graduated from Pasadena High School; Sean Segal, and Olivia Shue, both recent graduates of La Canada HS; and Tiffany Shi, a rising
Pictured left to right: Sean Segal, Olivia Shue, Jeffrey Bernstein, Nilo Alcala, Tiffany Shi, Katherine Beggs, and Elise Logan. - Courtesy photo
senior at San Marino HS will prove their musical talent when PMC presents their original work on June 25 at the Neighborhood Unitarian Church in Pasadena. These young composers were mentored by Nilo Alcala, who came on board last November. “My role as mentor is to equip them with the compositional tools they need to bring out from within them their own compositional voice,” Alcala describes. “I guide them through the creative process and help them craft and polish their works into its optimal form. It is also my job to constantly inspire them to be an ever improving version of their composer selves. When they get stuck at a certain point in their writing, it’s up to me to nudge them forward or steer them in the right direction.” Alcala continues, “For those who will pursue composing as a career, it is also the mentor’s responsibility to prepare them
for a possible career as a choral composer – not stopping at the skills and technical aspects but going into character. It is sometimes said that talent is overrated but work ethic is timeless. I would like to think that I’ve somehow imparted in them the necessary work ethic for success – being well prepared, punctual, positive, humble, teachable, courteous. And, above all, I want them to be passionate about their art.” The inspiration PMC’s young composers draw from Alcala’s guidance, knowledge and professionalism, fueled by Bernstein’s mission to give students the opportunity to hone their skills and follow their dreams, will most undoubtedly result in a triumphant concert. ‘Listening to the Future’ is likewise a fulfillment of sorts for Bernstein, champion of young people and music-making. Through this concert, he is assured that the art form continues to flourish.
Citrus College celebrated the academic achievements of 1,404 graduates during its annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 17. Of the various degrees awarded to the Citrus College class of 2017, 916 were associate degrees for transfer. This number reflects a 21 percent increase in the number of students receiving transfer degrees compared to the 2015-2016 academic year, signifying a new institutional record. Glendora resident Christopher Badoyan is a member of this year’s graduating class who received an associate degree for transfer in history. The first in his family to attend college, Christopher hopes to one day earn a doctorate in education and become a college counselor. “I chose to enroll in classes at Citrus College after high school because I wasn’t sure which way I wanted to go, and I knew that the college faculty and staff could help me find my path,” he said. “Since then, I have become more confident and sure of my abilities. I now know what I want to do.” Monrovia
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7 Formalities Millennials Forgo in the Workplace by Monica Sanchez, Editorial intern editorial@beaconmedianews.com
The most stressful location you can think of has recently become a fun place to be thanks to Millennials: the workplace. Corporations have noticed a shift in values from their Millennial job applicants. Perhaps, this shift is due to the fact that “millennials edged out Generation X (35 to 50 years old in 2015) as the largest share of the labor force” (NY Times). Recently, companies have made adjustments to the workplace to attract Millennials they want who have fresh and innovative ideas. Millennials want a fun and more casual workplace that has a true work-life balance. Because of these values, here’s what Millennials are ditching: Wearing a Suit and Tie / Dress Suit Millennials would rather wear jeans and a t-shirt at work. In Forbes, Jenny Dearborn explains that “Dressing formally can constrain innovative thinking...When clients are really stuck on a challenge, a more casual dress code can sometimes help” (Forbes). Addressing People by Their Last Name Millennials tend to use first names in the workplace because they enjoy relating to people. A lot of Millennials are friends with their coworkers too, and it seems awkward and out of place for them to stick formal titles. Formal Greetings / Salutations in Emails For Millennials, it slows them down if they have to use formal greetings and salutations in work emails constantly, especially when they send and receive a high number of emails a day. Hushed Tones Speaking quietly, especially when an employee is excited or on a roll with a concept for a new project, can hinder productivity.
Millennials are gradually getting more casual in the workplace. - Courtesy photo
It’s perfectly normal in the Millennial workplace to shout across the room to ask a question. Leaving Political Views at Home Millennials struggle to keep their political views to themselves, especially in light of recent events. But as long as it’s not over the top, Millennials don’t frown upon discussing politics in the workplace. A 9-5 Work Schedule Above all, Millennials want flexibility in the workplace. Companies are now willing to accommodate Millennials. They desperately want new blood to drive innovative ideas and believe they can obtain that by offering “the ability…[to] work from home or part-time, and take unpaid leave if they wish, [this] will attract people and encourage them to stay and fulfil their potential” (BBC). Taking Work Home With Them With Millennials, work stays at work unless they opt to work remotely. A work-life balance is important to Millennials because they are so often involved in other activities such as sports teams, volunteer work, and other active hobbies. Comfort and flexibility are both key to a happy life, which is why Millennials also desire them in the workplace, as opposed to a long list of suffocating rules. Millennials have already figured out the secret to living their best life. Less formalities in the workplace can make all aspects of life enjoyable. And who wouldn’t want that? Hopefully, more people are willing to let go of their former routines and cross over to this positive shift in values.
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Reply to ‘Pasadena Council Focuses on Affordable Housing ...’ First, these developers will never offer real affordable housing. They agree to section if off a very small portion of units as HUD units while renting out all other units at an exorbitant amount to recoup their losses on the HUD units. These current massive developments are making developers richer while never addressing the real
issue of affordable housing for a majority of people homeless or not. I’m not homeless. I’m a married professional and can only afford an apartment here because of our dual income. By myself, I’d have to get a roommate or move in with family as rental prices are getting more ridiculous. So let’s address affordable housing for all and not just the homeless and low income. - Henri via PasadenaIndependent. com
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Don’t Use Your Retirement Account as a Piggy Bank When the market is high, our 401(k) savings account statements look a bit brighter. Some people, hopefully, will choose to increase their monthly contributions to keep up the momentum. Others could be tempted towards the opposite: to take out a loan against their 401(k). The logic is somewhat sound: ‘why borrow from a bank or credit card when I can lend to myself, and most likely at a reduced interest rate?’ In practice, however, this strategy can be costly. The funds borrowed lose out on the compound growth they could’ve earned. Even when repaid, removing money can create a permanent retirement account setback. This is referred to as the lost ‘Opportunity Cost’ and that, too, becomes compounded. Because money is tight, many reduce or even cease their plan contributions during the loan’s duration. The newly diminished account balance now becomes stagnant. Any company matching program is also forfeit, further dwindling what would’ve been available during retirement. Unlike plan contributions, which are made with pre-taxed earned income, any 401(k) loan repayments are made with after-tax dollars. Someone in the 25% tax bracket would need to earn $125 to repay every $100 borrowed. That can be perceived as a startlingly high interest rate. This same money is taxed again when withdrawn in retirement. Double taxation further magnifies the loss. 401(k) borrowers often cannot avoid these significant financial drains. When a loan remains outstanding during a bull market, the lost opportunity can be signifi-
cant. On the other hand, borrowing before a market plunge could help avoid some market loss. Accepting a loan should not involve such a blind gamble. Retirement savings accounts weren’t constructed to be efficient lending tools. However, there are some situations when a 401(k) loan can be sensible if it meets these criteria: 1. The loan is short term (about one year) 2. The money is required immediately 3. The need is essential 4. All other avenues have been exhausted 5. Plan contributions are continued 6. A feasible repayment plan is followed A one-time, short-term emergency can be responsibly addressed under these conditions. But any debt that arose from systemic financial mismanagement or poor planning will very likely be exacerbated by a loan against a retirement account. The primary concern when withdrawing from a 401(k) is the inability to pay back the loan. The inability to properly repay the 401(k) could cause the borrowed funds to be reclassified as a distribution. Prior to retirement age, unapproved distributions from retirement plans are not only taxable, they're also subject to penalties. Plan participants could be forced to pay half of the borrowed dollar amount to the IRS if they’re unable to meet the loan’s terms. This is an extremely high price to pay. 401(k) loans aren’t always unwelcome, but they’re rarely the best course of action. Be sure to seek professional advice before making this decision.
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Arcadia City Notices CITY OF ARCADIA NOTICE INVITING BIDS The City of Arcadia (Owner) will receive sealed bids for the Morlan Place Rule 20B Underground Utility District Project. The Project, which involves the installation of conduits, conductors, pull boxes, vault, streetlights and service, sidewalk, driveway and street repairs, including traffic control and coordination with participating parties (City of Arcadia, Southern California Edison, AT&T, Spectrum and Giggle Fiber),, must be completed within 35 calendar days, as provided in the Bid and Contract Documents. Bidders are strongly encouraged to review the Bid Documents (including the more detailed Notice Inviting Bids included therein) for more complete information regarding the Project and submission of bids. Bids must be submitted to the Owner on the Owner’s Contract Bid Forms. Prospective Bidders may obtain Bid Documents only from the DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT/ ENGINEERING DIVISION at the following address: 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA. 91066-6021, (626) 574-5484. Please contact the DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT/ENGINEERING DIVISION for more information, including availability of Bid Documents and mailing costs. One or more Pre-Bid Conference and Site Walks will be held on the date(s), at the time(s) and under the conditions indicated in the Bid Documents. Bidder SHOULD attend.
legals Addendum No. 1 to Request for Proposal Mass Notification System The Proposal submittal deadline has been changed as noted herein, and modifies the deadline stated in the RFP. The new Proposal submittal deadline is 11:00 a.m. PST on Thursday, July 6, 2017. The Request for Proposals (RFP) is modified as set forth in this Addendum. The original RFP Documents remain in full force and effect, except as modified by this Addendum, which is hereby made part of the RFP. Respondent shall take this Addendum into consideration when preparing and submitting its Proposal. The Request for Proposals (RFP) is for a fully hosted Software-as-aService (SaaS), time-sensitive Mass Notification System for urgent notifications that follow an unlimited use, fixed price model using a per address basis. The system will allow community leaders to send important information to all constituents and staff within minutes. The City of Arcadia will not entertain any system that requires the purchase or installation of any onsite or offsite hardware, software, or phone lines, or any system that does not follow the SaaS model for every notifications modality. Proposal documents can be obtained from the Arcadia Fire Department Headquarters Station located at 710 South Santa Anita Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 or by downloading them via the City of Arcadia website, www.ArcadiaCa.gov under “Bid and RFP Notices.”
All Bids must be addressed, sealed in an envelope and received by the office of the CITY CLERK no later than 11:00 a.m. on June 29, 2017. All Bids will be publicly opened, examined and read aloud at the CITY CLERK’S OFFICE at that time. Bids shall be valid for 60 days after the bid opening date. Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier's check, or a Bid Bond in favor of the Owner in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted Total Bid Price. Prior to award of the Contract, the successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Total Bid Price, on the forms provided and in the manner described in the Bid Documents. Contractor shall comply with PCC § 4108 with respect to subcontractor bond requirements.
Please direct all comments or questions to Barry Spriggs, Deputy Fire Chief, Arcadia Fire Department, by email bspriggs@ArcadiaCA.gov or phone (626) 574-5107.
Pursuant to B&P Code § 7028.15 and PCC § 3300, Contractors shall possess the following California Contractor's license(s) in order to perform the Work: A or C-10. Subcontractors must possess the appro¬priate licenses for each specialty subcontracted.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MONROVIA CITY COUNCIL 415 SOUTH IVY AVENUE MONROVIA, CA 91016
Bidders are advised that this Contract is a public work for purposes of the California Labor Code, which requires payment of prevailing wages. Owner has obtained from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rates, and will place them on file at the Owner’s office and make them available to any interested party upon request. Pursuant to PCC § 22300, the successful Contractor may substitute securities equivalent to monies withheld by the Owner. Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive any informality or irregularity in any Bid received, and to be the sole judge of the merits of the respective Bids received. CITY OF ARCADIA Publish June 15 & 22, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Arcadia is accepting requests for proposals for Legal Advertising for the City of Arcadia as required by the City of Arcadia Charter Section 420. Proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Bid for Legal Advertising” and shall be sent to the City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, 240 W. Huntington Drive, P.O. Box 60021, Arcadia, California, 91066-6021. Proposals shall be due no later than 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at which time they shall be publicly opened. Copies of the proposal may be obtained in the Purchasing Office, Administrative Services Department, 240 W. Huntington Drive,Arcadia, California, 91007. Said specifications, proposal forms, and contract documents are hereby referred to and incorporated herein and made a part by reference and all quotations must strictly comply therewith. The City of Arcadia reserves the right to accept in whole or in part or reject any and all proposals and to waive any informalities in the bid process, and all bids are binding for a period of ninety (90) days after the proposal opening and may be retained by the City for examination and comparison, as specified in the contract documents. The award of contract shall be made by the Arcadia City Council. CITY OF ARCADIA PURCHASING OFFICE
/S/ Lisa Mussenden Chief Deputy City Clerk/ Records Manager Dates of Publication: June 22, 2017 and June 29, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY
Monrovia City Notices
ORDINANCE NO. 2017-04 A public hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Monrovia at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible on Wednesday, July 5, 2017, in the City Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California to consider Ordinance No. 2017-04, amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel) and Title 17 (Zoning) of the Monrovia Municipal Code to establish development standards for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units in single-family residential zones and making a determination of exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and the City’s local CEQA Guidelines, City Staff determined that there is no possible significant effect directly related to the adoption of Ordinance No. 2017-04, therefore no further action is required under CEQA. The Monrovia Planning Commission reviewed the proposed amendment at a public hearing held on June 14, 2017. At the close of the hearing, the Planning Commission adopted Planning Commission Resolution PCR2017-01 recommending approval to the City Council of Ordinance No. 2017-04. The Staff Report pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday, June 29, 2017 after 4:00 p.m. at Monrovia City Hall, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, Community Development Department and on the City’s website at www.cityofmonrovia.org. The purpose of this public hearing is to afford the public an opportunity to be heard concerning the proposed Ordinance. If you challenge the Ordinance 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 Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. If you need additional information on this matter or have questions, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 932-5565 or e-mail at planning@ ci.monrovia.ca.us. Este aviso es para informarle sobre una junta pública acerca del decreto indicado más arriba. Si necesita información adicional en español, favor de ponerse en contacto del Departamento de Planificación al número (626) 932-5565.
/S/ Lisa Mussenden Chief Deputy City Clerk/ Records Manager
Sheri Bermejo Planning Division Manager
Dated: June 19, 2017
PLEASE PUBLISH ON THURSDAY, JUNE 22, 2017 MONROVIA WEEKLY
Publish: June 22, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY
Trustee Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-17-764428-BF Order No.: 7301702249-70 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/7/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial C ode and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Jonathan Navasartian,a single man Recorded: 7/11/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1523047 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 7/13/2017 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $424,018.79 The purported property address is: 3121 CENTER ST, ARCADIA, CA 91006-5859 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8571-010-024 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 sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-17-764428-BF . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return o f the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-9390772 O r Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-17-764428-BF IDSPub #0127473 6/22/2017 6/29/2017 7/6/2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY APN: 8513-013-069 TS No: CA0900015716-1 TO No: 95309859 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be pro-
vided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 23, 2011. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On July 20, 2017 at 09:00 AM, Vineyard Ballroom, Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on March 10, 2011 as Instrument No. 20110367315, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by JASON C. YU, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 469 MONROVISTA AVE, MONROVIA, CA 91016 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $262,588.82 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not 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 Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee's Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www. Auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA09000157-16-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: June 13, 2017 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA0900015716-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. ISL Number 32256, Pub Dates: 06/22/2017, 06/29/2017, 07/06/2017, MONROVIA WEEKLY
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Jean E. Johnson 1917-2017
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ean Euphemia Johnson, 99, resident of Monrovia, California for 68 years, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Monday, June 12, 2017. She was born July 21, 1917 in Ancon, Panama Canal Zone to Neil and Flora McLean. Her father was employed by the U.S. on the Panama Canal. She grew up with her siblings Flora, Louis, and Mary, dividing their time between the Canal Zone and Milan, Missouri. She graduated high school in Milan in 1935. Jean received her R.N. degree in 1939 from Southwestern Osteopathic Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. She married Dr. D. W. Hendrickson in Milan, Missouri 1940 and they resided in Wichita. In 1943 they welcomed their first daughter Janet, followed by their second daughter Carol in 1945. Jean moved to Monrovia, California in 1949 with her two young daughters. She was a member of the Monrovia First Presbyterian Church where she sang in the Chancel Choir for over 60 years, taught Sunday school, and was the first teacher in the Weekday Nursery School where she later became the Director. In 1963 she served on the staff of the Church as Director of Christian Education. In 1969 she married Dr. Francis Johnson and their combined families included four daughters, one son and many grandchildren. She performed with the
Jean E. Johnson. - Courtesy photos
San Gabriel Valley Light Opera Company and The William Hall Choral. Jean was active in many community organizations including Women’s Auxiliary L.A. County Medical Association, Monrovia League, PEO, and Monrovia Guild of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Her main interests were always family, music,
gardening and traveling. She was truly blessed with a wonderful family. Jean is survived by her five children; Nancy Akin of Lake Arrowhead, CA; Kenneth Johnson (Judy) of Pacific Grove, CA; Edie Wells (Roger) of Santa Barbara, CA; Janet Walton (William) of Palmer, AK; Carol Wills (Byron) of Gresham, OR; 12 grand-
children, 22 great grandchildren, and 4 great, great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Francis Johnson, grandsons Brian Johnson and Joshua Walton, sisters Flora Bissonnette and Mary Schneider, brother Louis McLean, and son-in-law Tom Akin. The funeral service will be held at Monrovia
First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, June 24 at 2 p.m. followed immediately by the graveside service at Live Oak Memorial Park in Monrovia. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Jean’s amazing life. Visitation will be at Douglass and Zook in Monrovia on Friday, June 23 from 5-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name
to the Monrovia Historical Museum, P.O. Box 2359, Monrovia, CA 91017 or the Monrovia Guild of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027. The family would like to thank the loving staff of Monte Vista Health Care Center in Duarte. In Jean’s words, her life was quite a blessing.
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MONROVIA
$659,000
Charming home in lovely Monrovia neighborhood, close to Bradbury. Open and airy living room, dining area combination. Beautiful plantation shutters. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath recently updated. Kitchen with original tile. Indoor laundry, detached garage. Wood burning fireplace. Secluded back yard with fruit trees, shed and room in garage that would make a perfect office/workshop. (H521) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451
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FONTANA
ARCADIA
$578,000
Wonderful bright and open floor plan. Featuring 3 bedroom, 3 baths multi-floor townhouse. Large living room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings. Formal dining area. Two master bedrooms upstairs and one bedroom on main floor. Attached double garage. Community pool and spa with lush grounds. Close to shopping and Race Track. (H598)
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MONROVIA
$545,000
Two story contemporary home!!! Built by one of Monrovia’s favorite builders. 4 bed, 2.5 bath, Open Floor plan family room/kitchen, Large back yard. Just 2 blocks to Myrtle and the downtown street with shopping, theater, and the wonderful Friday night Street Fairs. 2 cars attached garage. Call Linda Jo Pyle 626-688-4767. (M222)
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OLD TS S U J
$479,500
3 bedrooms, 2 full baths with double sinks upstairs and ½ bath downstairs. Master bath with oversized bath tub and walk in closet . Alarm system, Digital security alarm camera connects with cell phone. Water softener system, Remote control ceiling fans in all rooms, 2 car garage, Nest thermostat, Laundry room on main floor, Carpet throughout bedrooms & closets, Double pane windows throughout upstairs and downstairs. Call Maureen Twyman 626-216-7253. (L16330) CENTURY 21 LUDECKE, INC (626) 445-0123
CRESTLINE
$449,999
Six unit multiplex in Crestline. Ideal for business or family home with income. Three buildings. One owner’s unit 2 bedrooms, 1 bath has downstairs rental 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Second building has three 1 bedroom, 1 bath units. Third unit 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Covered parking plus off street parking spaces. Walk to grocery store, park, library, restaurants and Lake. Great condition. Nothing else like this in the mountains. (R664)
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA
$449,000
This lovely and spacious 2 story home built in 2003 located in Cucamonga Ride Gated Community of Rancho Cucamonga. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living area with fireplace, built-in entertainment center, spacious dining area. Open kitchen has tile counters, stainless appliances, island & breakfast bar. Spacious bedrooms plus master bedroom with walk-in closet, large bath. Laundry area upstairs, two car attached garage. Community pool, spa, BBQ area, basketball, playgrounds. Low association fee. (G8751)
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ONTARIO
$399,888
Great two level 4 bedroom home with 2 baths. Hardwood floors. Tiled kitchen, Oak cabinets, tile backsplash. Dual waterheaters. Finished basement. Enclosed private backyard. RV parking and 4 car parking. Ideal income property. (6/552)
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MONROVIA
$399,000
This is not just a condo, it is a lifestyle! This lovely 1 bedroom, 1 bath is mere steps away from the heart of Monrovia’s beloved Old Town area. Colorado Commons built in 2007 this complex with 68 modern units. Open floor plan with 800 square feet. Enjoy nearby shopping, restaurants, concerts in the park. Two garage spaces. (P530)
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HINKLEY
$30,600
Usable 33.28 ac vacant land not to far from the Mojave River beautiful Desert view, near the city of Barstow. This property has been in the family for over 40 years. Buyer(s) should have the land survey, property sold as is. Bring your clients or investors and check with San Bernardino County. Call Gwen Highley 909615-2399. (H0)
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WRIGHTWOOD
$335,000
Lovely Home in a Ski Area!!! 2 bed and one bonus room in down stairs. Front door entryway has floor covering, which opens to a large living room with a fireplace that covers a large portion of the living room wall. New carpet in living room, bedrooms, stair case, basement and bonus room. Kitchen, dinning area, and laundry room has new flooring. New kitchen cabinets, new counters, new dishwasher and new range hood over stove. Call Gwen Highley 909-615-2399. (L5672) CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC (626) 445-0123
HELENDALE
$18,000
Usable 20 ac vacant land near the Mojave River beautiful Desert view, near city of Barstow. This property has been in the family for over 100 years. Buyer(s) should have the land survey, property to be sold as is. Bring your clients or invertors and check with San Bernardino County. Call Gwen Highley 909-615-2399. (H0) CENTURY 21 LUDECKE, INC (626) 445-0123
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PALMDALE $92,000 Great Location in Palmdale, near by Lancaster soccer complex, Kaiser hospital and freeway access. Call Peter Wang 626-807-6725. (V0) CENTURY 21 LUDECKE INC 626-445-0123
PASADENA
$2,450/MONTH
This 859 Square foot single family has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Call Brendan Ramirez 626-353-2233. (D3543)
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WEST COVINA
$2,150/MO
Lovely 2 stories townhome located in a quiet well managed community with large open park-like area. 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, with laminated flooring on main floor and carpet on stairway and 2nd floor. 2 cars attached garage. Call Stephen Leung 626-664-4833. (H1904)
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$90,000
UNION PLAZA Attractive optometry practice opportunity in a busy retail center with easy freeway access. The practice provides routine exams, contact lenses and eye glasses. Well-equipped facility with low maintenance and stable income. There is realistic growth potential by expanding to a full-time schedule for the owner. The seller can also provide a consultation period to buyer for a smooth transition if needed. Prize includes all inventories and equipment. Call Florence Lee 626-228-6497. (L10990)