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ARCADIA ROTARY CLUB HONORS JOYCE PLATT by TERRY MILLER tmiller@beaconmedianews.com
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uring this year’s Arcadia Rotary Club’s annual Salute to Seniors, they tipped their hats to one very special individual. Emcee George Fasching went the extra mile and even did a dance following his brief video of some classic dance movies he wanted to share with the huge crowd at the Community Center Tuesday afternoon. Mayor Peter Amundson declared May 9 Senior Citizen Day and bestowed the highly-coveted Senior Citizen of the Year Award to long-time teacher and Arcadia volunteer Joyce Platt. Platt has served on numerous committees and boards such as the Arcadia Travelers; Arcadia Senior Citizens’ Commission; The Gilb Museum, Floretta Lauber Museum Education Center as well as the Performing Arts Center to
name a few. Platt first introduced the audience to her husband and 103 year-oldfather as well as the other members at her table who represented each one of the committees she has served on. Mayor Amundson quipped that the slogan used during his campaign was “Make Arcadia Great Again” and that former Mayor George Fasching’s campaign mantra was ‘Making Arcadia Clean Again, One Car at a Time…” With the Mayor’s respectful apologies to Fritz Coleman for stealing one of his Jokes the program continued when the car wash guru got the mic back and opened an umbrella … as he introduced the main event. NBC Television’s Weather/Funny man took the spotlight for one of his stand-up routines which, of course, brought the house down. It was a veritable who’s
Senior of the year, Joyce Platt shares a joke with KNBC Weatherman Fritz Coleman - Photo by Terry Miller/Beacon Media News
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Arcadia Saving Energy, Creating Jobs Through HERO Program When California state legislators voted to approve Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) and encouraged local communities to embrace this innovative home energy and efficiency financing model, Arcadia was quick to act. Arcadia, as well as surrounding cities, adopted PACE with the goal of helping local
homeowners make renewable energy and energy- and water-effi¬ciency upgrades that could reduce utility bills and greenhouse gas emissions while creating local clean-energy jobs. SEE PAGE 13
'Pest Control' Company Allegedly Killed Coyotes With Controlled Substance Recently, PETA sent an urgent request to California law enforcement, the California State Board of Pharmacy, and the federal Drug Enforcement Administration seeking a formal
investigation into what may have been the illegal use of sodium pentothal—a controlled substance—on coyotes by an employee of Chino-based Animal Pest Management Services, Inc.,
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Pasadena Water and Power Top 10 Utilities for Solar Installations Pasadena Water and Power has been recognized as one of the nation's 'Top Ten" solar power utilities in 2016 with an award for its work from the Smart Electric Power Alliance. PWP ranked 10 on the Utility Solar Rankings list, with 545 solar watts per customer installed in 2016. Awards are given in four categories: top 10 utilities for most solar megawatts and most solar watts per customer, and top 10 utilities for most energy storage megawatts and most energy storage watts per customer. The 10th annual survey includes figures from 412 participating utilities across the country on solar connected to the grid both in 2016 and in total since 2007. The winners in all categories were announced at the SEPA Utility Conference on Wednesday, April 26, held in Tucson, Arizona. This is the second time that SEPA recognized PWP's solar installation efforts. In 2010, Pasadena Water and Power ranked 5th among
municipal utilities and 16th among all utilities in the solar "Watts-per Customer" category with 22.3 solar watts per customer. "PWP is honored to be recognized for our commitment to solar technology," said PWP Deputy General Manager Eric Klinkner. "By continuing to embrace green energy, PWP is well-positioned to meet our renewable energy goal of 50% by 2030." To date, PWP has secured 35 MW of utility-scale solar resources and helped install more than 8 MW of customer-owned solar power in Pasadena. "One of the reasons we started the Utility Solar Top 10 lists back in 2007 was to highlight the key, but often unrecognized role utilities were taking in putting new solar on the grid," said SEPA President and CEO Julia Hamm. "At this pivotal moment in the U.S. energy transition, the industry leaders on this year's Top 10 lists - such as Pasadena Water and Power - will continue to be critical to the growth of solar,
Pasadena water and power Deputy General Manager Eric Klinker received top 10 award from SEPA President and CEO Julia Hamm. – Courtesy photo
storage and other distributed energy resources on the grid." SEPA is an educational nonprofit organization that facilitates the utility industry's transition to clean energy through education, research, and collaboration. SEPA is the founder of Solar Power International, the largest solar trade show in North America. To see the full list of Top 10 rankings, visit: www.SEPAToplO.org. Stay connected to the City of Pasadena! Visit us online at www.cityofoasadena.net; follow us on Twitter ©PasadenaGov, www.twitter. com!asadenaov, and Instagram @PasadenaGovat
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April 29 Gary Alfonso Littlejohn attempted to forcibly rape a female victim in the 1700 block of Walworth Avenue. During the assault, Littlejohn threatened to kill the victim while he kicked and punched her. The case was assigned to police detectives and, on May 2, a wanted flyer was shared with Pasadena Police officers, directing them to arrest Littlejohn for Assault with the Intent to Commit Rape. Later the same day,Pasadena Police Officers M. Herrera and R. Gawlik drove to Littlejohn’s residence and saw him standing in the front yard. The officers immediately contacted Littlejohn and he was arrested without incident. Littlejohn was transported to the Pasadena jail and booked for felony charges. May 1 At about 2:11 p.m., Pasadena Police officers investigated a strong arm robbery in the 100 block of North Lake Avenue. The victim, 92 years old, was in the parking lot when confronted by the suspects (Female Blacks, 16 – 25 years). The suspects forcibly removed the victim’s wallet from his hand and he was either pushed or fell to the ground. The female suspects ran to a nearby car and fled east on Walnut Street. The victim was taken to a local
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At about 10:45 p.m., Special Enforcement Officers were on routine patrol when they saw a male subject commit several traffic violations on a bicycle. Officers attempted to stop the male (Christopher Shackleford), however, he failed to yield and removed an object from his waistband. Shackleford then threw the object into some nearby bushes. SES officers detained Shackleford without incident and searched the area where the object was thrown. They recovered a loaded semiautomatic pistol. Shackleford was on active parole. He was subsequently arrested and booked on felony charges at the Pasadena jail. The pistol was booked as evidence. As an aside, Pasadena Police officers have recovered more than 122 firearms since January 2017. May 6 At about 6:44 p.m. Pasadena Police officers were on routine patrol in the area of Hammond and Mentone Avenue when they observed a subject riding a bicycle on the wrong side of the roadway. Officers attempted to contact the subject for the vehicle code violation. However, the subject failed to yield to the officers attempting to evade them. A short foot chase ensued and the officers were able to detain
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the subject without further incident. Once the subject was detained, officers recovered a loaded firearm from his waistband. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Pasadena jail. May 7 At about 6:00 a.m. Pasadena Police officers investigated a dead body call near Villa Parke. On arrival officers located the victim, Hispanic Male, approximately 56, likely homeless, unresponsive. Based on preliminary evidence there were no signs of foul play. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office responded to remove the victim’s body. Our investigation is ongoing
MONROVIA May 5 May 5 at 8:30 am., two vehicles on a property in the 400 block of Scenic were left unlocked overnight. Someone went through the vehicles during the night and stole several items. The investigation is continuing. May 5 at 12:19 p.m., a petty theft from a vehicle was reported at a business parking lot in the 200 block of E. Huntington. The victim parked their vehicle in the parking lot and returned to find their windows had been shattered and miscellaneous items were stolen. The investigation is continuing. May 5 at 4:13 am., two vehicles were reported burglarized at a residence in the 1000 block of Norumbega
Drive. The victim heard his vehicle alarm sounding, so he came outside to investigate and saw his trunk open and his driver-side window shattered. Two pairs of tennis shoes were taken from the trunk. A second vehicle that belongs to the victim’s girlfriend was also burglarized and the window shattered. A keychain with several keys and an access key card was taken from the vehicle. At 6:01 am., a resident in the 700 block of Norumbega Drive reported two vehicles had been broken into and items were taken. Both vehicles had their windows shattered. The investigation revealed the suspects were casing the area in a darkcolored Ford Explorer and the crime occurred between 4:00 to 4:09 a.m. The investigations are continuing. May 5 at 12:21 p.m., an officer was returning from court and saw a subject he knew had warrants out for his arrest. The subject was riding his bicycle in the area of Myrtle and Cypress. A computer check revealed the subject had four warrants for resisting arrest and driving under the influence on a bike. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody without incident. May 5 at 9:49 p.m., dispatch received multiple calls reporting a subject lying down on the railroad tracks at Duarte and Mayflower. Metro also called and said they had stopped the train due to the subject on the tracks. Officers responded and located the subject, but he was no longer on the tracks. The subject was extremely intoxicated and was unable to care for his own
safety. He was arrested for being drunk in public and held for a sobering period. May 6 May 6 at 3:04 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the area of Central and Myrtle when he saw a vehicle commit a traffic code violation. He stopped the vehicle and when speaking to the driver, he could smell the odor of alcohol. Through investigation, the driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested and taken into custody. May 6 at 6:58 am., a grand theft from a vehicle was reported in the 400 block of W. Scenic. The victim called to report his specialized tools had been stolen from his unsecured vehicle. He had left his vehicle parked on Heather Heights for several days and when he returned to his vehicle, the tools were gone. The investigation is continuing. May 6 at 1:34 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 400 block of Walnut on a welfare check. The female subject was concerned about the well-being of her boyfriend, who had left the location. During the investigation, it was discovered that the female subject was a victim of domestic battery. Officers located the suspect in Bradbury and placed him under arrest without incident. May 6 at 2:34 p.m., loss prevention from a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington called police to report a suspect had stolen merchandise and was running from the location. Officers
responded and located the suspect attempting to hide nearby. He was arrested and taken into custody. May 6 at 9:45 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 500 block of E. Walnut regarding a developmentally disabled, 17-yearold male who was visiting and had wandered away from the location. Officers immediately began an area check and surrounding agencies were contacted, as well as the Foothill Air Support Team helicopter. The subject was located by Monrovia’s Special Enforcement Team officers in Arcadia after approximately 30 minutes and was returned to his family. May 6 at 11:39 p.m., a subject causing a disturbance at a business in the 1500 block of S. Myrtle was reported to police. Officers arrived and detained a subject who was under the influence and had confronted two customers, vandalizing one of their vehicles. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody. May 7 May 7 at 2:18 p.m., a shoplifting incident was reported at a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. A male suspect entered the business, selected merchandise and left the store without paying for the items. The suspect dropped the items as he ran out of the store. Officers located the suspect in the area and learned he also had two outstanding warrants for his arrest. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody for shoplifting and the warrants.
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Bike Month 2017 Join Metro in celebrating one of humanity’s greatest inventions: the bicycle. The festivities take place throughout May, and there’s a lot to get excited about. Learn how to repair your bike at informative workshops, participate in Bike to Work Day on May 18th, and check out Bike Night at Union Station on May 26th for food and fun. Learn more at metro.net/bikemonth.
Metro Seeks Input on 2018 Fiscal Year Budget Metro’s annual budget sets transportation priorities across LA County for the coming year. Metro will gather comments on the 2018 >scal year proposed budget at a public hearing on May 17th, before formal adoption by the Board of Directors. For hearing information or to provide your comments, go to metro.net/budgetcomments.
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Response to ‘Trump’s First 100 Days Filled with ‘Hate, Lies, Division, and Dysfunction’ ’ (May 4, 2017 issue) I agree with Judy Chu's scathing assessment of Trump's first 100 days as president. Nevertheless, perhaps we should give him credit for his sense of humor when, during an interview with the Associated Press, he asserted that he had done more than any other president in his first 100 days! But if Trump is serious about what he said, then he's also delusional. It took 2 years for Americans to register disapproval of Ronald Reagan, 3-plus years for George H.W. Bush, 1-plus year for Bill Clinton, 3-plus years for George W. Bush, and 1-plus year for
Barack Obama. How long did it take for Trump? Less than 100 days for his narcissistic and erratic behavior to propel him into the unenviable position as perhaps the most unpopular president in our history. Donald Trump's only qualification to be our president is that he was born here. In truth, he doesn't represent American values --and has yet to learn the virtues that have made our land and our people so outstanding. Americans embrace diversity. After all, most of us descend from foreigners, and many are foreign-born ourselves. Our collective hard work and innovative ideas are the catalysts that have made our country a productive land. Unlike Trump who attracts white supremacists, true Americans distance themselves from those repulsive elements. His brand of Americanism is an insult to our ideals, and to
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Council of Government’s Homeless Committee Meeting (Thursday, May 11 @ 12:30 p.m., 119. W. Palm Ave., Monrovia, CA, 91016). The San Gabriel Valley Council of Government’s Homelessness Committee studies problems, programs, and other matters which pertain to the regional issues of homelessness and provides policy direction to the Governing Board. -MONROVIA
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The Book Buddies reading program (Thursday, May 11 @ 6:30 p.m., 20 W. Duarte Rd., Arcadia, CA, 91006). This is a one-on-one reading program for kids, ages 4 to 8 years old. Come hear stories from the Library’s special read‐aloud collection read by volunteer assisteens (teenager assistants). Space is limited, so you must sign up to attend. -ARCADIA
May 14 @ 8 p.m., A Mother’s Day Outing (May 14 @ 8 p.m., 2025 Lake Ave.) Musicians from the worlds of acoustic and improvised music premiere a new duo collaboration at The Coffee Gallery Backstage! Mandolinist Thomas Cassell and guitarist Ethan Sherman met at the Acoustic Music Seminar in Savannah, GA in 2016, where they spent a week work shopping and performing original music with 14 other young instrumentalists under the guidance of Mike Marshall, Julian Lage, Bryan Sutton and Darrell Scott. Tennessee-based Cassell is both a deeply committed student and touring musician, while Sherman lives in LA, working as a freelance guitarist and bandleader.
FRIday - May 12 Rick Ruskin (May 12 @ 8 p.m., 2025 Lake Ave) We are pleased to welcome the return of internationally acclaimed guitarist, Rick Ruskin, to the Coffee Gallery. Never content to merely dazzle listeners with technical expertise, Rick has honed his craft so that that it his music that audiences remember rather than any flashy guitaristic “swoops and dives.” And while his skills are legendary, the label of “Fingerstyle Guitar Virtuoso” tells only part of the story. He is also a gifted singer, arranger, and composer whose work has been featured in film and on television. Those attending this show will be treated to an evening of originals, folk, pop, blues, R&B, and humor – all with that unique Rick Ruskin signature. Tickets start at $20 http://www. liondogmusic.com -ALTADENA Los Fabulocos - Cali-Mex, Americana Roots and Blues Music at the Arcadia Blues Club ( May 12 @ 7 p.m., 16 East Huntington Drive) A Great Night of Blues Featuring: Los Fabulocos - Cali-Mex, Americana Roots and Blues Music. Mike Molina Art Exhibit and “NonSuprise Birthday Bash” the Bobby Bluehouse Band & Special Guests.Food is available from 7pm until Midnight. We have something for everyone. Free Parking available on the street and behind Denny’s. Tickets start at 5$. Visit www.arcadiabluesclub.com. -ARCADIA
SATURday - May 13 Towne Singers (May 13 @ 5 p.m., 188 Campus Drive) Join the Towne Singers as they celebrate their 30th Anniversary at their spring concert “And The Winner Is . . .” You will be treated to a choral concert featuring Oscar,
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Tony, and Grammy award winning songs from the last 8 decades. This memorable concert under the direction of Lance Merrill and accompanied by Ben Mason. Tickets: Adult $25 - Children (3-10) $15. Call (818) 275-4117 or email: townesinger87@gmail.com. Website: www.TowneSingers.org. -ARCADIA
SUNDAY - May 14 A Mother’s Day Outing (May 14 @ 8 p.m., 2025 Lake Ave.) Musicians from the worlds of acoustic and improvised music premiere a new duo collaboration at The Coffee Gallery Backstage! Mandolinist Thomas Cassell and guitarist Ethan Sherman met at the Acoustic Music Seminar in Savannah, GA in 2016, where they spent a week work shopping and performing original music with 14 other young instrumentalists under the guidance of Mike Marshall, Julian Lage, Bryan Sutton and Darrell Scott. -ALTADENA
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MONDAY - May 15 San Miguel Allende (May 15@ 7:30 p.m., 20 S. Raymond Ave.) Alejandro Alia will bring a fully updated view of San Miguel Allende, Mexico’s famed colonial resort, ranked as one of the world’s favorite tourist destinations. He will also review San Miguel’s ascendance as an important wine producing region, home of many lovely wineries and vineyards. Alejandro Alia is an experienced traveler/journalist, and founder of Finisterre, a new showcase focused on unique tourist destinations. The event is free, but please call ahead to make reservations. (800) 310-3220. http://distantlands.com/events/ -PASADENA
TUESday - May 16 Port Chuck (May 16 @ 6p.m., 245 E. Green Street) Soap fans: Get ready to rock! Four of your favorite heartthrobs from daytime TV come together to
rock The Rose. The band’s line-up features Steve Burton, formerly Jason Quartermaine on General Hospital and currently Dylan McAvoy on The Young & The Restless; Scott Reeves, who played Dr. Steven Webber on General Hospital, and has also starred in Days Of Our Lives and The Young & The Restless as well as numerous appearances on the hit TV show, “Nashville” ; Brandon Barash, who plays Johnny Zacchara on GH, and Bradford Anderson, who plays Spinelli on General Hospital. Buy tickets at roseconcerts.com. -PASADENA
WEDNESday - May 16 A Tarnished Treasure sale will be featured at the Pasadena Women’s Connection luncheon (May 17, @11:30 a.m., 160 N. Oakland Ave, Pasadena). All are invited to spend a fun afternoon perusing the sale tables for a great find. Author and speaker, Judee Stapp, will discuss how we are all mothers at heart in her inspirational talk “Love Like a Mother”. Tickets are $23. For reservations call (818)353-2212 or (818)790-1907. -PASADENA
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‘Memory 5D+’ Captures Essence of Chinese Culture In Spectacular Fashion by may s. ruiz MayChu@att.net
Vivian (Ulan) Xuerong, a film and television producer based in Beijing with a local office in Los Angeles, grew up in Ordos in Inner Mongolia. She was raised in a culturally rich and diverse environment. This vibrant childhood had given her a wealth of ideas which she nurtured throughout her life. Three years ago, Xuerong decided to transform these imaginations from dream to reality in a spectacular show called ‘Memory 5D+’. She is sharing this once in a lifetime event for the first time outside of China on Friday, May 26, and Saturday, May 27, at 8pm both days at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Billed as an immersive musical odyssey to a distant past, ‘Memory 5D+’ is an innovative show of epic proportions, featuring 17 of China’s most revered musical performers – national treasures in their native country – playing rare traditional instruments largely unknown in the western world. The $4 million production puts together a cast of 43 musicians, singers and dancers who will perform against a backdrop of real, virtual and projected images and action that evokes China’s unique cultural heritage. Collaborating with Xuerong on this massive event are two of Hollywood’s respected visionaries. Creative designer Tom E. Marzullo – who
has created, designed and directed international tours for Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, Prince, KISS, Luther Van Dross, among others – will create new imagery to provide the setting for the artists performing classical works of Chinese music. Marzullo and his team are designing a multi-dimensional immersive journey for ‘Memory 5D+’ using state-of-the art concert production techniques, including high definition digital video and lighting, 7.1 surround sound, lasers, and aromatic sensory technology. The scenario for ‘Memory 5D+’ was written by filmmaker John Hughes, who is known for visual effects he generated in feature films such as ‘Frozen’, ‘Kung Fu Panda 2’, ‘Shrek Forever After’, ‘Spider-Man 3’, ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’, among others. “‘Memory 5D+’ reflects the significance of love, faith, and spirit, as well as people’s yearning for – and tireless pursuit of – love and all things of beauty,” explains Hughes. “For when all matters cease to exist in the universe, the only things that are truly immortal are spirit and love. I hope that, one day, mankind will really understand that love is the universe’s biggest mystery and that finding energies in others that most perfectly complement oneself are the foundation for amicable coexistence.” Xuerong adds, “This 90-minute production will introduce ten instruments which are almost obsolete that not many people know
how to play them. They are also not known in the western world. Through the musical interpretations in ‘Memory 5D+’, I want to show that China is so advanced – these instruments existed over a thousand years ago, long before other nations’ history began.” “The show itself is based on an ancient philosophy that the Chinese have been imbued with since birth and which they handed down through the ages,” Xuerong continues. “Through ‘Memory 5D+’ I would also like to pass along China’s ancient beliefs and culture to the next generation, many of whom are not familiar with it.” From its American premiere, ‘Memory 5D+’ will travel to several Chinese cities, with a performance in Guangdong scheduled in June, according to Xuerong. She also says discussions with promoters from French and Italian professional institutions are underway. Following its international tour ‘Memory 5D+’ will go back to Ordos where it had its rehearsals and previews. After it met with much praise, the local government decided to
invite ‘Memory 5D+’ to be a resident show. Ordos, which Xuerong asserts is the final resting place of the immortal Genghis Khan, is a land rich in cashmere as well as rare natural resources. It is referred to as the ‘Ocean of folk songs and hometown of dance’ to honor the natural artistic talent of the Mongolian people who inhabit it. It will be here that ‘Memory 5D+’ will ultimately reside – a fitting tribute to Xuerong’s beloved homeland and Chinese heri tage. Xiangyun Brothers in MEMORY 5D+. Courtesy photo / Memory 5D+
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Grammy Award Winning Artist LeAnn Rimes “Live at the Arboretum” July 8 Inaugural summer concert festival “Live at the Arboretum” with Grammy award winning artist LeAnn Rimes starts on Saturday, July 8 at 6:30pm. at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Tickets start at just $10 and gates open for picnic dining at 5:00pm. Live at the Arboretum marks its inaugural debut this summer and is
presented by Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, the Los Angeles County Department of Parks & Recreation, the Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation and the Pasadena POPS. Tickets may be purchased at www. PasadenaSymphony-Pops.org or by calling the Pasadena Symphony and POPS box office at 626-623-9472.
Grammy award winning artist LeAnn Rimes. - Courtesy photo
Make Mother’s Day More Magical With the Gift Of Live Music Make this Mother's Day even more memorable by spending it with California Philharmonic’s endearingly witty and knowledgeable Maestro Victor Vener and piano extraordinaire Bryan Pezzone. The one-of-a-kind intimate chamber music experience, Pezzone and Friends features the aweinspiring talent of Pezzone as he takes song titles from the audience and immediately composes in his head, then performs, a Mother’s Day mash-up that will leave everyone speechless! Pezzone will also perform, along with violin, bass and drums accompaniment, an assortment of both classical and jazz music. The final concert of this year’s Music, Martinis and the Maestro chamber music series takes place on
Mother's Day, May 14, 2017, beginning at 2:00 PM at The Sofia Ballroom at Noor in Pasadena’s Paseo Colorado. Doors open at 1:00 PM and seating is limited so be sure to purchase your tickets early. Tickets for this special concert may be purchased at www.calphil.com or by calling (626) 304-0333. More gifts that can be music to your mother's ears, are tickets to the renowned orchestra’s highly-anticipated Sunday matinee 2017 Summer season at the iconic Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles. Wagner at the Movies on June 25 marks the spectacular season opener followed by Rodgers, Hammerstein and the Organ on July 9and An Afternoon in Old Vienna
With Judith Hill on July 30. Rounding out the already robust season are Shakespeare in Love onAugust 13 and World’s Best Marches on August 20; a spirited season finale guaranteed to end with a bang. The California Philharmonic is supported by the California Philharmonic Society, a nonprofit community benefit organization whose main emphasis at this time is to support the California Philharmonic. Tickets for the summer concerts at WDCH can also be purchased by visiting www.musiccenter.org or by calling (323) 850-2000. To schedule a time to speak with Maestro Victor Vener and or schedule an incredible sneak peek of Bryan Pezzone’s unbeliev-
able music and mash-up skills, please contact Lauren Lewis at 818.970.0052 or llewispr@aol.com.
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It’s clear that the PACE financing model is working. Through the state’s largest PACE program, HERO, more than 60 homeowners in Arcadia have made over 150 energy efficiency, water effi¬ciency or solar power improvements to their homes over the last three years. HERO is just one of several PACE providers in the county. Since PACE became available, Arcadia has also seen a positive impact on the local economy. For example, HERO-funded home improvement activity has generated $3.52 million in new economic activity. By stimulating home renovations, PACE increases demand for local contractor services. As a result, the HERO Program is now supporting an estimated 17 regional jobs through this boost to the local economy. Many of these jobs, like those in the local construction sector, cannot be automated or outsourced. PACE enables homeowners to make energy and effi¬ciency improvements and to pay for them over time at a fixed interest rate through an additional line item on their property taxes. The resources saved through PACE-financed e¬fficiency upgrades are significant. For example, for every 1,000 homes that complete HERO-financed e¬fficiency upgrades, on average, carbon emissions saved are equivalent to taking 8,500 cars off the road for one year; energy saved is equivalent to powering 13,800 homes for one year, and water saved is equivalent to 2.7 million showers. “PACE financing gives homeowners an innovative way to access home improvements such as new windows and doors, high-efficiency HVAC systems, water-efficient landscaping and even rooftop solar,” said Blair McNeill, Vice President of Market Development at Renovate America, the company that
administers the HERO Program, adding, “the goal is to help homeowners lower utility bills, reduce carbon emissions, and in the process, create local jobs.” Because of the public-private nature of the program, PACE financing offers significant additional consumer safeguards not found with other forms of home-improvement financing. One significant new safeguard is that PACE providers are required to give homeowners “Know-Before-You-Owe” disclosure forms so they can easily understand the terms of their PACE financing. Providers that are members of PACENation, the non-profit advocacy organization that promotes PACE financing, are required to go further and conduct live, recorded phone calls to confirm financing terms and reinforce the written disclosures. In addition, members must offer programs to assist homeowners with post-project issues and to assist homeowners who experience unexpected financial hardship. More information about PACE can be found at PACENation.us. Residents interested in HERO financing for their homes are invited to visit www.heroprogram.com/ca/ central-california.
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who of Arcadia at Tuesday’s gala luncheon including former State Senator Bob Margett, the entire City Council of Arcadia, Rosie Mares, President Arcadia Rotary, and Dorothy Denne, well-known former columnist for this newspaper. Approximately 350 people attended the Arcadia Rotary Club’s annual salute to seniors.
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Marrian Zhou developed a passion for writing and an interest in journalism during her time at California State University, Los Angeles. Zhou started out at Cal State LA with a desire to improve her communication skills. Along the way, she found a professional calling—to become a foreign correspondent. In August, Zhou will be attending Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism. Columbia, which administers the Pulitzer Prizes, is the only Ivy League university to offer a graduate journalism degree. Zhou credits her achievements to Cal State LA’s “amazing faculty who are inspiring and supportive” and the “wonderful friends I've met here who dream big and work hard for it.” “Cal State LA made me believe that it is up to you to make the best out of [your college education], and it is you that determines where your future leads,” says Zhou, who lives in Arcadia. Born and raised in Beijing, China, Zhou came to the United States when she was 16-years-old and graduated from Temple City High School in 2012. She was accepted to Cal State LA with a Freshman Honors at Entrance Award. Once she completed her general education courses, Zhou decided to explore a global perspective in her areas of interest. In 2014, she studied marketing and music in Rome for one semester. The following year, she studied public relations in London for another semester. Upon returning home to Cal State LA, Zhou sought out internship opportunities to enhance her communications skills while completing her baccalaureate program in communication studies. She landed an internship as a newsroom assistant for Cal State LA’s University Times student newspaper. That was a defining moment. While
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working on an international news story, she discovered her passion for writing articles and communicating information. She applied for an editor position and was hired as the University Times' managing editor. The paper received second place for Best Newspaper from the American Scholastic Press Association during her term as managing editor. She is currently serving as editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, and has worked as an intern reporter for Beijing Today for one summer. Zhou, who plays the saxophone, is also
a music major. She has performed with the University’s Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band and Saxophone Quartet locally and regionally. This May, she will achieve a bachelor’s degree in communication with an option in organizational communication/public relations and a second bachelor’s degree in music with an option in instrumental performance. “I’m very excited to study at Columbia University,” Zhou says. “I’ve never been to New York so I can’t wait to work with professional journalists in the city, running around every corner of the neighborhoods to report on stories.”
the supervision of a licensed veterinarian—a certification that the employee doesn't have. In the letter, PETA referenced allegations raised from a constituent and discussed during an Arcadia City Council meeting on February 21 that a longtime APMS employee injected a trapped coyote with a mystery substance in a constituent's backyard. This assertion is supported by a 2009 Los Angeles Times article that likens the employee, Jimmie Rizzo, to an "Angel of Death" and specifically mentions his use of sodium pentothal—a Schedule III controlled substance under state and federal law—on coyotes. "Coyotes and other wild animals are being harmed and killed by 'pest management' companies while they're already struggling to exist peaceably in an evershrinking environment," says PETA Senior Vice President Lisa Lange. "PETA is calling on authorities to investigate immediately whether a controlled substance was used illegally and, if reports are true, to throw the book at those responsible." PETA notes that "nature's dogs" are an integral part of California's ecosystem. In addition to eating vegetables and fruits, as predators, they help keep populations of smaller animals such as squirrels and rats in check. Trapping and killing them is both unnecessary and harmful, and residents can avert human-coyote conflict simply by using motion-activated lights or sprinklers at night to scare them away, not leaving pet food outside, and never leaving animal companions unattended outdoors. For more information, please visit PETA. org.
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Spring is Here and the Hawaiian Islands are Calling by Greg aragon gregsgetawaytravel@gmail.com
Hawaii is a great place to visit no matter the season. The islands are always warm and inviting, like a swaying palm tree. But one of my favorite times to go is spring, just before
the big summer rush. With this in mind, I would like to talk a little about the islands of Maui, Lanai and Kauai. To me, Maui is one of the most beautiful places on earth. One of my favorite spots is Iao Valley State Park, located in the center of Maui. This magical, 4,000-acre reserve is carpeted
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with thick, tropical vegetation and guarded by towering mountain peaks. It is home to one of Maui's most popular landmarks, the 1,200-ft Iao Needle, a giant jagged rock shooting above the Iao stream. A sacred, historical place in Hawaiian history, the Iao Valley is a great place for a nature hike, as there are well-maintained trails leading to the needle above and to an old village below. Near Iao Valley is Makena Beach, Maui’s largest beach and one of its best spots for swimming, snorkeling, picnicking, sunbathing and strolling along white sand stretching nearly a mile-long and 100 yards wide. One of my favorites spots to stay on Maui is Hotel Wailea, an authentic tropical paradise, surrounded by palm and avocado trees, rolling hills, thick gardens, waterfalls and streams, and lots of Hawaiian charm. Nestled on 15 acres, Hotel Wailea (www.hotelwailea.com) is located a few blocks above the beach and offers an intimate, romantic atmosphere not found at larger, busier resorts. The hotel also boasts a full service spa and fitness center, a sparkling pool, an award-winning restaurant, complimentary breakfast, and an efficient shuttle service to and from the beaches and shopping areas. Across the Auau Channel from Maui is the remote island of Lanai. On my last visit here, I stayed at enchanting Lanai Hotel (www.hotellanai.com). Built as a retreat in 1923 by pineapple pioneer James Dole, the inn sits on the edge of town in a lush garden setting, beneath tall Norfolk pine trees. It features 11 charming guestrooms, a gourmet restaurant, and lots of Hawaiian atmosphere and a romantic plantation feel. While on the island I rented a Jeep and explored mysterious Shipwreck Beach. To get there I drove up a mountainous road lined
with volcanic rock and red clay. In a few miles I came to a narrow turnout, where the road became a tunnel of trees, paved with deep sand and bumpy rock, requiring a four-wheel drive. For the next 1.6 miles I bounced along the northeast coast with intermittent views of the ocean and an outline of Maui. The road ended at Big Rock, where I parked and continued on foot over black volcanic rock and sand, and then through warm tropical water until I discovered a an old sunken ship about 100 yards off the shore. Leaning in a reef, the rusting vessel, built in the 1940s, was once an oil tanker that the navy unsuccessfully tried to sink after WWII. Today, it provides a hauntingly beautiful backdrop to Lanai. Kauai is another tiny island full of incredible beauty. While here, I stayed at the Kauai Beach Resort (www.kauaibeachresorthawaii. com). Set on 25 acres of lush Hawaiian gardens, the hotel is surrounded by palm trees, pools and the Pacific Ocean. A highlight of my Kauai getaway was a Sunset Dinner Sail catamaran ride along the legendary Napali Coast. Led by Holo Holo Charters (www.holoholokauaiboattours.com), this memorable journey cruised past legendary Hawaiian landscapes made famous in movies such as Jurassic Park, King Kong, and Raiders of the Lost Ark. With its jagged peaks, secluded beaches, lost sea caves and sapphire waters, it’s easy to see why Hollywood directors regularly pay $10,000 per day to film along the Napali Coast. During my sail I saw wild goats, sea turtles, dolphins and lots of colorful fish. The voyage was topped-off by a great lasagna dinner while watching the sun set into the sea. For more information on visiting Maui, Lanai, Kauai, or any of the Hawaiian Islands, visit www.gohawaii.com/lanai.
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Citrus College Superintendent/President Receives ‘Woman of the Year’ Honor Dr. Geraldine M. Perri, superintendent/ president of Citrus College, has been named a “Woman of the Year” by Senator Anthony Portantino (SD25). Dr. Perri was honored at a special ceremony in Pasadena on March 26 where 10 women were recognized for their contributions and accomplishments within the 25th Senate District. “This year’s Women of the Year of SD25 are each exceptional and unique in their advocacy to help others,” said Senator Portantino. “They represent the best in the district and it is my privilege to recognize their successes.” Dr. Perri was named Citrus College’s superintendent/president in 2008 and has had a distinguished career in academia for over 30 years. “Dr. Perri was selected because of her outstanding leadership and commitment to student success,” Senator Portantino said. “When we looked at what she has been able to accomplish at Citrus College, it was clear that Dr. Perri should be honored because she continues to advance the college’s stellar reputation as a leader in higher education,” Portantino said. As superintendent/president, Dr. Perri oversees a $71 million operating budget and serves the communities of Azusa, Claremont, Duarte, Glendora and Monrovia. "It was a truly an honor to be selected as a Woman of the Year," said Perri. “Senator Portantino has been a champion for education and the empowerment of individuals through
academic achievement. A goal we both support.” Dr. Perri previously served as president of Cuyamaca College in Rancho San Diego. She also held the position of vice president of instruction at San Diego Mesa College, dean of instruction/career education at Mt. San Jacinto College in Riverside County, and associate dean of academic affairs at Hostos
Community College of the City University of New York. “Dr. Perri’s strong desire to see students succeed is inspirational,” said Dr. Barbara Dickerson, president of the Citrus Community College District Board of Trustees. “The fact that she was recognized by Senator Portantino with this honor speaks volumes about her leadership and the contributions
she has made to Citrus College and the San Gabriel Valley. Dr. Perri’s direction and service to the institution, the communities we serve, and especially to our students, is invaluable.” After earning an associate degree in dental hygiene, a bachelor’s degree in dental health education and a master’s degree in health education, Dr. Perri earned an additional master’s degree in organizational development and a doctorate in human and organizational development. Later, Dr. Perri completed Harvard University’s Institute for Management and Leadership in Education and Cornell University’s Community College Administrative Leadership Institute. “I am a product of a community college, and I believe in the transformative nature and power of our nation’s community colleges,” Perri said. “It is a privilege to be in a leadership role at Citrus College, a nationally recognized community college which is supported by a dedicated faculty, caring staff and a visionary Board of Trustees.” Dr. Geraldine M. Perri, superintendent/president of Citrus College, has been named a “Woman of the Year” by Senator Anthony Portantino (SD25). – Courtesy photo / Citrus College
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Pasadena Unified Innovation Exposition Is May 12 Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) students will participate in the fourth annual Innovation Exposition, Pasadena’s alternative to the science fair, on Friday, May 12, 2017. Public viewing of student projects begins at 5:00 p.m., with an awards ceremony at 6 p.m. “The Innovation Exposition is much more than a science fair – students conceive ideas, develop them into projects, and present them to the public,” says Jodi
Marchesso, the district’s STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) curriculum coach. “We designed the Innovation Expo to encourage kids’ curiosity about STEM and how the world around them works, and to turn their ideas into reality.” Read Full Length Article PasadenaIndependent.com
Ramona Convent Stem Department Co-Chair Receives Fulbright Award The U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board recently announced that Ramona Convent Science teacher, Mrs. Aulikki Pekkala-Flagan has been awarded a Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching grant to Finland. Mrs. Pekkala-Flagan is one of only 35 U.S. educators who will travel abroad through the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program in 2017-2018. Recipients of Fulbright grants are selected on the basis of academic and professional achievement as well as demonstrated leadership potential. Mrs. Pekkala-Flagan shared “this has been my dream for years. I look forward to learning how Finland’s teachers use project-
based and phenomenon-based learning to put science and technology into a context that is relevant for students and makes learning both exciting and meaningful.” While in Finland, she will visit universities, teacher education institutions, and innovative schools to research Finland’s unique approach to education and discover how Finland provides resources to teachers to help them become highly motivated, passionate, and successful educators. Read Full Length Article PasadenaIndependent.com
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Why Employers Want Millennials With Social Media Skills by Monica Sanchez, Editorial intern
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n the age of technology when social media is king, millennials are the most sought after job candidates. For many though, they certainly don’t feel that way. The moment of truth hits millennials when they finally walk across stage and gracefully accept that diploma, heavy with blood, sweat, and tears. After stepping down, there is the realization of “What’s next?” This fear of obtaining job security with an annual salary or even any type of employment in an economy where most entry-level positions require 3-5 years of experience is enough to cause some millennials to scream into a pillow until they’ve exasperated the breaking point of their capacity to handle stress. What a lot of millennials may not realize is that they actually have a huge advantage skillwise compared to older or supposedly more experienced job candidates. Why? Well, millennials can thank their long days and nights dedicated to filters, hashtags, and keeping up with trends. Millennials’ passionate love of social media has unwittingly made them the perfect job candidate in the age of technology. Gone are the days when social media in the workplace is seen as completely taboo. Corporate America has embraced social media and caught up with the times by using it to its advantage to target and increase customer outreach. Due to social media, “we have behavioral, preference, demographic data for hundreds of millions of people, which is unprecedented in history,” said Jennifer Golbeck, computer scientist, in her Ted Talk: The curly fry conundrum: Why social media "likes" say more than you might think. As Golbeck explains, it only makes sense that companies would use that free information to their advantage, but the only way to take
advantage of such information is by having technologicallysavvy people in one’s employ. This is a consumer-based economy, and social media has transformed beyond a basic platform of communication and into a way to reach customers and expand the market for companies. If it’s still hard to believe how much social media has conquered the world we live in, just know that people cannot even use certain apps unless they have a Facebook account to verify their identity. Any employer can easily see the long-term benefits of using social media to grow their company and expand their clientele. As long as a person has basic computer skills and can run circles around online interaction across multiple social media accounts, then employers will look more favorably upon that job candidate than a person who has no social media presence whatsoever.
A positive, active presence on social media is proof to employers that a person can handle any task assigned to them. Katherout, Youtube advice, college, and lifestyle guru, says “if you can consistently post and be active on a few key social media sites, that can actually show employers that you’re digitally literate, you’re plugged into trends happening online, [and] that you can handle a project for months and months at a time.” While millennials know how to navigate the ins and outs of social media, some may be unsure of how to use it for their benefit in the competitive job market. Here’s Some Quick Tips to Improve One’s Social Media Presence In Order to Score That Dream Job: - Post content relevant to the sought after job. - When posts relate directly to a job position, it demonstrates to employers that a candidate has a high level of interest in their industry and are serious about excelling if hired. It’s best to post positive or serious content as opposed to beach selfies and nights stamped with regret. Also, remember to avoid personal bias with written content in order to prove an ability to maintain a professional demeanor. - Review grammar and spelling. When you practice online behaviors such as these, it heightens your professionalism to employers. While professionalism is key, remember that the main goal is to generate discussion around a specific topic. Whichever person is able to better demonstrate that they can create buzz around a company’s product or service is going to land the job. The fact of the matter is that millennials are simply better prepared to meet these corporate needs, and the rest of society should take cues from their generation in order to succeed in a competitive job market. Read Full Length Article on MonroviaWeekly.com, ArcadiaWeekly.com, or PasadenaIndependent.com
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~ from Temple City ~ Linda Kay Justice, daughter of Lawrence “Zeek” Justice and Joyce Justice, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 in her home in Monrovia. She is survived by her sons, Shawn White and Trevor White. Linda was born in Jacksonville, Florida and moved to Monrovia at the age of 3, where she graduated Monrovia High School in 1971. She then went on to UCLA, where she got her Bachelor’s degree in medical science. She put that to use when she got her dream job at City of Hope working with animals. Linda will truly be missed by the countless people whose lives she touched, but she will live on in their hearts. The world will be a little less bright with her gone. Services will be held at Douglass & Zook Mortuary on Saturday 5/20/2017 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to: https:// www.gofundme.com/lindawhite-justice-memorial
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Gary Grissom was born on March 10, 1954 in Pasadena, California. He was the 9th child of 9 siblings to the union of Sam and Vivian Grissom whom preceded him in death. Within the Pasadena unified school system, Gary attended Garfield Elementary, Washington Jr. High and graduated from John Muir High School where he enjoyed playing baseball. After graduation he traveled to many states and returned to California where he resided until his death. Gary worked many years as a collection agent and was a faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church actively participating in the men's ministry. Gary was preceded in death by his siblings Ronald Frierson, Sr. and Jennifer Grissom and leaves behind Lonnie Frierson and Michael Grissom of Denver, Colorado; Gregory (Shirley) Grissom of Gahanna, Ohio; Sandra (Gary) Fields of Aurora, Colorado; Maurice (Dorothy) and Denice Grissom of Pasadena, California and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Starting a new business? Go to filedba.com Arcadia City Notices CITY OF ARCADIA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS MAY 2017 NOTICE FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS REBID – DESIGN FOR THE INSTALLATION OF POLICE DEPARTMENT FUEL STATION CANOPY Notice is hereby given that the City of Arcadia is requesting proposals from qualified professional firms to provide the City with professional engineering services for the design, preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimate, for the Installation of Police Department Fuel Station Canopy Project. A copy of the RFP can be obtained from the City of Arcadia Public Works Services Department located at 11800 Goldring Road in Arcadia, CA 91066 or by calling (626) 256-6654. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Please submit Three (3) copies (one marked “Original” plus 2 copies) of the Proposal and one (1) compact disc (“CD or DVD”) containing the proposal in “portable document format” (*.pdf) format to: City of Arcadia Office of the City Clerk 240 W. Huntington Drive PO Box 60021 Arcadia, CA 91066-6021 Attention: Eddie Chan, Principal Civil Engineer Firms mailing or shipping their proposals must allow sufficient delivery time to ensure timely receipt of their proposals by the specified time. Proposals received after the deadline will not be considered. Postmarks and submissions by fax or other electronic media will not be accepted under any circumstances. The City of Arcadia reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive any informality or irregularity in any proposal received, and to be the sole judge of the merits of the respective proposals received. Publish May 11 & 15, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY
NOTICE INVITING BIDS FIRE – 2017 Chevrolet Volt Hybrid LT (2) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Arcadia is accepting bids for the purchase of one (1) 2017 Chevrolet Volt Hybrid LT, color in siren red for the FIRE Department. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and identified as Bid for FIRE - 2017 Chevrolet Volt Hybrid LT (2) and shall be sent to: City of Arcadia Office of the City Clerk 240 W. Huntington Drive Arcadia, CA 91007 Bids are due no later than 11:00 A.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 30, 2017 at which time said bids shall be publicly opened. Bids via email or fax will NOT be accepted. Bids must include all required vehicle specifications, completed on official City bid forms, and delivered to the Office of the City Clerk accordingly. Copies of the bid and required vehicle specifications may be obtained at the Arcadia Fire Department, 710 S. Santa Anita Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 or by contacting Battalion Chief Kevin Valentine at (626) 574-5100. The City of Arcadia reserves the right to accept in whole or 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 sixty (60) days after the bid opening and may be retained by the City for examination and comparison, as specified in the quotation request documents. Publish May 11, 2017 ARCADIA WEEKLY
Monrovia City Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 415 SOUTH IVY AVENUE MONROVIA, CA 91016 A public hearing will be held by the Historic Preservation Commission of Monrovia at 7:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at City Hall in the Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, to determine whether or not the following request for Historic Landmark Designation and Mills Act Contract should be approved under Title 17 Historic
APPLICATION Historic Landmark/Mills Act Contract – HL-143/MA-133 Megan Ferrell and John Ferrell 228 West Olive Avenue Monrovia, CA 91016 ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION Categorical Exemption (Class 1) Staff Report pertaining to this item will be available on Thursday, May 18, 2017 after 4:00 p.m. at the Monrovia City Hall, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California, Community Development Department/Planning Division. 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 contactoconelDepartamentodePlanificaciónalnúmero(626)932-5565. For further information regarding this application, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 932-5565. Sheri Bermejo Planning Division Manager PUBLISH MAY 11, 2017 MONROVIA WEEKLY
Probate Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TO SUP LEE CASE NO. 17STPB03678
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of TO SUP LEE. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SUZAN LEE PAEK in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SUZAN LEE PAEK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/30/17 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 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 C. TUCKER CHEADLE - SBN
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Trustee Notices T.S. No.: 170109006 Notice Of Trustee's Sale Loan No.: 4988 Order No. 5929548 APN: 5773-017-054 You Are In Default Under A Deed Of Trust Dated 12/20/2004. Unless You Take Action To Protect Your Property, It May Be Sold At A Public Sale. If You Need An Explanation Of The Nature Of The Proceeding Against You, You Should Contact A Lawyer. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Joy Choi Wong and Richard YaoTang Chen and Cathy Wei-Sun Chen Duly Appointed Trustee: Total Lender Solutions, Inc. Recorded 12/28/2004 as Instrument No. 04 3357854 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 5/18/2017 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $106,715.60 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 166 Alta St., Unit B Arcadia, CA 91006 A.P.N.: 5773-017-054 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Notice To Potential Bidders: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. Notice To Property Owner: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the
BeaconMediaNews.com mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (877) 440-4460 or visit this Internet Web site www.mkconsultantsinc.com, using the file number assigned to this case 170109006. 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: 4/18/2017 Total Lender Solutions, Inc. 10855 Sorrento Valley Road, Ste 102 San Diego, CA 92121 Phone: (213) 486-0048 Sale Line: (877) 440-4460 By: /s/ Naomi Finkelstein, Trustee Sale Officer TS #170109006 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 ARCADIA WEEKLY Trustee Sale No. 17-01-854 Loan No. Title Order No. 170026933 APN 5383-030-073 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/16/2010. 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 06/01/2017 at 11:00AM, Lender's Foreclosure Services as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/28/2010 as instrument number 20100575851 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: Yoshie Kiyose, an Unmarried Woman, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: 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: 1725 S. Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $234,238.04 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Lender, or the Trustee. 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 (626) 579-5350 or visit this Internet Web site www.superiordefault.com, using the file number assigned to this case 17-01-854. 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 in shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 05/09/2017 Lender's Foreclosure Services, As Trustee Louisa Zavala, Trustee's Sale Officer 5/11, 5/18 and 5/25 ARCADIA WEEKLY
Public Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Tuesday May 30, 2017 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located At: StorAmerica – Duarte 2250 Central Ave Duarte CA 91010 1:00 pm Vaughn, Anna M. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 11th, of May and 18th, of May 2017 by StorAmerica, 2250 Central Ave Duarte, Ca. 91010 office (626) 930-0036 Fax (626) 930-1396 5/11, 5/18/17 CNS-3007453# ARCADIA WEEKLY NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 ET seq.) the undersigned will sell at public auction on Tuesday May 30, 2017 Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items located at:StorAmerica – Arcadia 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, CA 91006 2:00 pm Alarcon, Juan C. Lane, Steven Krips, Gregory S. Fernandez, Jose Rincon Burns, Cindy Garcia, Raymond Lewis, Sheena J. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. All terms, rules and regulations are available at time of sale. Dated this 11th, of May and 18th, of May 2017 by StorAmerica – Arcadia, 5630 Peck Rd., Arcadia, CA. 91006 (626) 303-3000 Fax (626) 303-6470 5/11, 5/18/17 CNS-3007456# ARCADIA WEEKLY
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Dear Emmy, My mother is almost 70 and she’s being encouraged to buy life insurance. Is this common and should I be concerned?
Life insurance is generally cost prohibitive for people over 65, so this possible purchase by someone you mother’s age is not very common. Life insurance typically provides protection for families in the event of an untimely death. Through this lens, a policy doesn’t appear warranted. Keep in mind, insurance vehicles can be part of a well-constructed financial plan. A properly chosen policy may also serve estate and tax planning purposes. Don’t jump to any conclusions without speaking to your mother first. She may know exactly what she’s doing. As in intergenerational wealth transfer tool, some life insurance products work quite well. For a person your mother’s age, who may have cash on hand or sitting in low earning CDs, acquiring a policy that insures a younger loved-one may do good. For example, using her own money to purchase a policy in her child’s name, or someone of that generation, for the benefit of her grandchild, or again someone of that generation, can be a smart strategy that helps to propel a future generation. If the insured person passes unexpectedly, then the beneficiary can receive the death benefit funds quickly and tax free. Hopefully, the insured will live a long and fruitful life. In this case, the policy’s cash value might be withdrawn as a tax-free loan. In many circumstances such loans need not be repaid, but a reduced death benefit can be a consequence.
Perhaps your mother is using an insurance policy as an alternative to a 529 college savings account. With 529 plans, the named beneficiary may use the funds tax free for a host of IRS-approved, education-related expenditures, provided that receipts and other documentation are kept. But if the beneficiary wants to use these funds for non-educational activities, then the tax benefit can be lost. This is not the case for money accessed from an insurance policy. These funds may be used for any activity that the family deems appropriate. Aside from paying for college - buying a first car, travelling abroad or starting a small business - are now potential options. If you find that your mother’s rationale is reasonable, then ensure that she compares policies and companies. Life insurance can help provide financial security in many ways. If your mother’s considering this for any reason other than her own death benefit, make sure that the chosen policy is suitable to fill this alternative role. Have an open conversation with your mother to determine the details and don’t hesitate to seek a second opinion. Investment decisions should be based on an individual’s goals, time horizon & tolerance risk. Securities and Advisory Services offered through National Planning Corp. (NPC), member FINRA/ SIPC, a Registered Investment Advisor. EH Financial Group, Inc. and NPC are separate and unrelated companies.
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he Apaches needed a win for a shot at an outright Pacific League title, but a loss to the Indians has them hoping for a split decision with one game left in the regular season. Getting three of their five hits from centerfielder Kaitlyn Escamilla, the Burroughs Indians (18-8, 11-2 Pacific) retained a share of first place in the Pacific League with a 3-0 win over the visiting Arcadia Apaches (16-5, 10-3). Escamilla drove the Indian offense from the ninth slot, putting her team up 3-0 with an RBI single in the sixth inning. “I’ve been working hard on my hitting,” said Escamilla, “so it was good that it worked out in a game that counted.” The sophomore’s sixth inning RBI justified Burroughs coach Wesley Tanigawa’s experiment with the bottom of his lineup. “I know the majority of the time [Escamilla] gets on base,” said Tanigawa, “so if I can get her with someone on, then I’m moving base-runners around.” Apache senior Jannelle Ha pitched four scoreless innings, but fielding errors in the fifth and sixth loaded the bases and overwhelmed Arcadia’s defense. “We had the most errors, the most strikeouts looking, and the most walks in one game the whole season,” said Arcadia coach Richard Klumpp. Ha escaped a bases-loaded one-out situation in the third inning and came close to escaping another in the fifth, but a two-out error allowed Indians senior Amanda Flores to break the scoreless tie. “I think [Ha] did a great job pitching, but the defense has to be there for her, too,” said Klumpp. “Once one breaks down, the other breaks down. It’s like a domino effect.” Presley Miraglia pitched her leagueleading ninth shutout of the season for the Indians, striking out six batters in seven innings. “The first game we played them, I was learning what their weaknesses and
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strengths were,” said Miraglia, “and this time I tried to get them out on my pitch, not theirs.” The Arcadia offense, which had a combined .375 batting average entering the game, managed only two hits in their 21 at-bats against Miraglia. “It was mainly the seniors that encouraged us more,” said the junior
pitcher, “I was just following the seniors.” With the win, the Indians will enter their final game at Burbank in a two-way tie for first place with Crescenta Valley. Though not eliminated from title contention, the Apaches will need a win against CV in their final game Thursday afternoon and a loss
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Pasadena: Located on a secluded street in the prestigious Madison Heights/Langham-Hotel neighborhood, this modern home is ideal for growing families & professionals requiring convenience to all that Pasadena & Los Angeles have to offer. This lovely home has 3,567 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and located on nearly half an acre of mature trees. There is a direct-access, 3-car garage. (1442LOM) $2,398,000
Arcadia: Stunningly updated family pool home loaded with custom details throughout, kitchen/family room combo, 2,859 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and sits on a 11,800 sq. ft. lot.
Pasadena: This masterfully built Craftsman style home was built in 2009 with all the amenities and expectations of today’s discriminating buyers. This tasteful house has tranquil valley views, 1,903 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a direct access, 2-car garage. The elevator allows easy access to each level of this lovely home.
Sierra Madre: Updated Mid-Century family home on beautiful East Alegria in desirable Sierra Madre – 3 bedrooms + family room – each bedroom has attached bath plus a guest bath and an additional bath in attached garage. With workshop & storage area. Formal dining area, inside laundry, central heat & air, security system, sprinklers and lovely front courtyard area. Relaxing vaulted covered patio with skylights & turbine leading to terraced rear yard
Los Angeles: An exclusive gem of a neighborhood in the Highland Park area. Panoramic views from all three levels to DTLA, immense s.f., and artistic flare. Beautifully upgraded. 3 Beds + guest apartment below with sound room to serve music/recording or wine cellar or dark room interests. Avid gardener’s dream with 6 fruits trees and organic enriched soil. Oh, and a huge teepee with painted canvas!
HESPERIA: This home is a country charmer with 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms located in the heart of Hesperia. Beautiful pool and patio area for entertaining.
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GLENDORA
$1,395,000
Located in tranquil Morgan Ranch Community with three levels. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 5 ½ bathrooms, living room, family room, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast nook, breakfast bar, center island, dishwasher and plenty of cabinet space. Master suite with walk in closet, sitting area occupies entire area. Main floor with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and laundry room. Gazebo and built-in BBQ. Three car garage. (S2200)
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ARCADIA
$1,150,000
Highland Oak School District. 2 Units : 2bed 1bath and 1bed 1bath. Call Peter Wang 626-807-6725. (N907)
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SAN LEANDRO
$879,798
Beautiful two story located in Heron Bay Community of San Leandro. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Hardwood floors, living room and family room with fireplace kitchen with granite countertops and island, spacious walk-in closets, master suite, large windows, vaulted ceilings, oak cabinetry, attached double garage. (L2353) CENTURY 21 VILLAGE REALTY 626-355-1451
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$799,000
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$649,000
Don’t miss out on this charming over a century old north Monrovia home. 3 bed, 1 bath, the home is surrounded by mature oak trees and large backyard for entertaining and much more. This property sold in as is condition. Call Alex Eskandar 626482-5002. (M155) 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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LONG BEACH
$825,000
This 1920’s home is located on a beautiful tree lined neighborhood in Northeast Pasadena. Two story offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3rd converted to an office. Downstairs has a living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, 2 bedrooms and office. Upstairs has a living room, dining room, kitchen area, bedroom, bath and enclosed porch. Utility basement, nice size backyard with mature landscaping and two car garage accessible from back alley and AN area for RV or trailer. (L1750)
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Janes Cottage featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, living room with a Batchelder tile fireplace, and Carrara marble in the large remodeled kitchen with new appliances. Formal dining room. 1699 sq.ft. of living space. New windows, new a/c and heat. Classic coved ceilings, new flooring. Front yard has drought resistance landscaping. (M311)
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PASADENA
$215,000
Two houses on a lot! Investment property. Front house is 898 sq.ft. with 2 bedrooms, one bath and carport. Back house is 1,533 sq.ft. with four bedrooms, 2 baths. Two garages on 10,000 sq.ft. lot. Convenient location close to shopping, restaurant and transit. (P712)
LOS ANGELES $698,888 Excellent opportunity to own this one of a kind hard to find, duplex corner lot built in 2004, each unit has 4 bedroom 2 bath. Just a few minutes from down town LA, ideal for someone who wants live in one and rent the one. Call Brendan Ramirez 626-353-2233. (W1803)
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SAN GABRIEL
$750,000
PASADENA
$698,000
Fantastic sought after complex in the heart of Pasadena. Quiet back unit with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Multi/Split level. Vaulted ceilings. Living room with fireplace. Den/dining area with built-in bar & sink. Master bedroom with walk-in closet. New carpeting throughout. Large enclosed patio off living area. Attached double garage with storage. Association pool and spa. Close to Old Town Pasadena and South Lake Business district. (L444)
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Charming Mid-Century appeal one level featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bath. 1,024 sq.ft. Enclosed patio and patio area. Fireplace. Dining room. Detached two car garage with ¾ bath and laundry area. 5,207 sq.ft. lot. Built in 1953. (P1664)
Beautiful end unit townhome in Sierra Madre. Beautiful pool, spa and BBQ area. Two level 2 bedrooms, vaulted ceilings and custom fireplace. Kitchen with stainless appliances, pantry, new countertops. Dining area. Each suite with features their own private large balcony, walk-in closets and private bathrooms. Attached double garage. Low association dues include water, sewer, trash, gardening and insurance. (S673)
FULLERTON $510,000 Home features 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and ¾ bath. New carpet and new granite counter and mirror. Ceiling fans in bedrooms. A/C and dual paned windows. Spacious living room, galley styled kitchen with separate breakfast nook. Laundry room and direct access to garage. Huge backyard. Close to Fullerton Colleges. (R331)
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$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
Great Potential First Home or Investment Two Bedroom, One Bath, Single Level Condo. Association Pool & Spa. Community Laundry onsite. Includes 2 Assigned Parking Spaces, within the Gated Complex. Unit needs some Improvements. Contact Victoria Pyle (626)475-8987 (C4700)
TEMPLE CITY $2,800/MO Temple City School District. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood floor throughout living room, bedroom and kitchen. Central A/C & heat. Two cars attached garage. Laundry hookup. Call Florence Lee 626-2286497. (H5542)
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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)
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RIVERSIDE
$2,600/MONTH
This is a spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom 2 stories single family home located in a decent and quiet neighborhood (Canyon Crest) in Riverside. One bedroom and one 3/4 bathroom plus a den, which can be used as 5th bedroom on main floor. Hugh Living Room with fireplace. Whole house is covered with laminated flooring. Central air and heat. Laundry room with washer and dryer hookup. 2 car attached garage. College students are okay. Call Stephen Leung 626-664-4833. (A735)
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$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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$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 909-615-2399. (H0)