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Council approves seven percent increase in water rates Galen PATTERSON, Editorial Intern editorial@beaconmedianews.com
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increase the water rates. Arcadia is no exception.- File Photo by Terry Miller/Beacon Media News
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As a result of California’s record drought in recent years, many municipalities have been forced to
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n the Arcadia City Council Chambers, the evening of Nov. 21 began with a commemoration of the Arcadia Historical Society. A Mayor’s Certificate of appreciation was presented to the Historical Society in honor of the recent 65th Anniversary of the Arcadia Historical Society. Mayor Peter Amundson explained to the audience that even Arcadia’s founder Elias “Lucky” Baldwin had become concerned with the overwhelmingly negative reputation of the city before his death in 1909. Amundson marveled at the change that has taken place within the city, “I think a lot of that credit belongs to the Arcadia Historical Society for all that you’ve done to keep our roots deep,” he said. A descendant of Baldwin turned out to personally thank the Historical Society for keeping the history of Arcadia alive. Immediately after the award, City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto began explaining the first item of the evening, a motion to amend SEE PAGE 12
City of Arcadia HostsChristmas Tree Lighting Celebration Friday The City of Arcadia celebrates the start of the holiday season with the third annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, Dec. 1, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event takes place at the Arcadia Transit Plaza on the corner of Santa Clara St. and North First Ave., and will feature the lighting of the official Christmas Tree in Arcadia by the Mayor, City Council, and Santa Claus. Santa will arrive on an Arcadia Fire Truck and help the Mayor “flip the switch,”
On Nov. 21, the Arcadia City Council held a public hearing to introduce an ordinance that would require a collection of fees from State video franchise holders that adheres to the Digital Infrastructure and Video Competition Act (DIVCA). City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto said that
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“statewide video agreements are somewhat new to the city...This ordinance will update things to ensure that as state franchises get renewed that our local fees continue to be paid, and the city continues to benefit from the existence of those franchises.” SEE PAGE 13
Coyote Safety Meeting in Arcadia Slated Dec. 13 Arcadia PD invites you to a Coyote Safety Seminar at the Arcadia City Council Chambers, 240 W Huntington Dr. on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. A wildlife expert from the Pasadena
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bringing the festive tree to life with lights and decorations. The celebration includes free cocoa and cookies, strolling carolers, a kids’ craft table where youngsters can decorate their own ornaments, and holiday photos. One of the highlights of this event is the holiday craft market featuring a variety of local, handcrafted items, gifts, and foods. Bring a little joy to the children in need in our com-
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