Monrovia's Produce in the Park - This Saturday

Produce in the Park, this Saturday, October 6, 9-11 a.m. In front of the Mark Twain bench at Library park. "You don't need to bring any produce to share...just come and meet new friends and take home, possibly some fresh chicken eggs, herbs, cactus (sticks on fire) and possibly 'sprouted spelt millet wheat-barley beans lentils (dehydrated) cinnamon cakes."

No PR Agency for Monrovia | Taxpayer Association Honors Huff

~ Monrovia council tables idea of hiring PR agency for $8,000 a month. http://goo.gl/o66z2

~ California Taxpayers' Association, the state's oldest watchdog organization on tax and other public finance issues has awarded Senate Republican Leader Bob Huff, who represents Monrovia, a vote ranking of 100% for the 2012 legislative year. http://goo.gl/xyMAJ

- Brad Haugaard

Halloween For Kids

Free Halloween events from 3-6 p.m. on Oct. 31 at Monrovia's Library Park for kids to age 14. Dog costume contest, toddler area, arts and crafts, demonstrations, photo booth, face painting, wellness games, library story times. http://goo.gl/DgN3N

- Brad Haugaard

Donnelly Warns of Voter Fraud and Insecure Borders

Assemblyman Tim Donnelly, who represents part of Monrovia, has sent out two press releases ...

~ On driver licenses for illegal immigrants - "Given that Californians can now register to vote online with nothing more than a driver's license number, this bill will do irreparable harm, compromising the integrity of our elections." http://goo.gl/JPBui

~ On the loss of a border patrol agent - "While details of the tragedy remain unknown, this stands as a grim reminder that our borders are still insecure." http://goo.gl/Jrlre

- Brad Haugaard

Scorcher Today in Monrovia?

US Weather Service predicts: "Potential record breaking heat will affect the Southland. The combination of locally breezy conditions...hot temperatures...very low humidities...and very dry fuels will bring an increased potential for rapid fire growth...especially to the mountains..." http://goo.gl/iu4yf

However, Weather.com is predicting 96 in Monrovia, a bit cooler than yesterday ( http://goo.gl/0cqql ). Take your pick.

- Brad Haugaard

Bobcats in Monrovia

Bobcats in a Hillcrest backyard.

In the residential areas of Monrovia I've seen deer and bears and coyotes and raccoons and skunks, but for the first time - today - I've seen bobcats. A mom and three cubs, very casual and relaxed.

 

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police: Carjacking Car Recovered, Theft From Unlocked Car, Drunk vs. Cops

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for September 27-30 -Brad Haugaard]

Following are the weekend's highlighted issues and events.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered

On September 27, a parking control officer on patrol located a green, 2002 Dodge Caravan that had been taken during a car-jacking incident that occurred on September 25. The vehicle was left parked and unattended in the 300 block of West Olive. The van was recovered and brought to the station for processing by the Detective Bureau. The investigation is continuing.

Theft From a Vehicle

September 19 at 1:04 p.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the 1400 block of Pilgrim Way. The vehicle was parked in the victim's driveway and had been left unlocked by the victim's son. Unknown suspect(s) entered the victim's unlocked vehicle and took the victim's checkbook and vehicle registration. Investigation Continuing.

Drunk in Public / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer / Assault on a Peace Officer – Suspect Arrested

September 30 at 1:46 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of South Canyon regarding a female screaming. When officers arrived, they found a female subject sitting in the driver's seat of her vehicle with a male subject in the passenger seat. They contacted the subjects and separated them. The male subject was intoxicated and refused to cooperate with officers. He struggled with and yelled profanities at the officers. He was arrested for being drunk in public and was taken to the Monrovia Jail, where he continued to struggle and swung his fists at officers after the handcuffs were removed and he was placed into a cell.

- Brad Haugaard

Ballot Overview | Rehersals for Kids | Pregnancy Center Fundraiser | Girl Power

~ Free overview of ballot propositions by League of Women Voters on Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m. at the Library Community Room. Seating is limited so call 358-1159 for reservations. Sponsored in part by Monrovia Chamber of Commerce.

~ The nonprofit Centre Stage is holding rehersals for children who want to be in a Little Mermaid "Under the Sea" production. Cost $250. centrestageinc@yahoo.com or 297-4758 for details.

~ Foothill Pregnancy Resource Center is having a fundraiser Nov. 9, from 6-9 p.m. at the Mary Wilcox Youth Center, 843. E. Olive St., Monrovia. Dinner, music, raffle, talk. $75 per person. Call 368-2122 for reservations.

~ Girl Power Community Conference, for girls in grades 5-12. Saturday, Oct. 13, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Monrovia Community Center. Tickets $10. Details: http://goo.gl/OWCO4

- Brad Haugaard

Football: Monrovia over St. Francis

Monrovia over St. Francis 17-13. http://goo.gl/3CKTe

- Brad Haugaard

Unhappy Monrovia School Board Member | Hot Days at Hand | Old Town Music

~ Monrovia school board member Alex Zucco is apparently not happy with a fellow board member. She writes on Facebook: "Disappointed, but not surprised, one Board member met privately with small group of unhappy parents to 'try' to work backroom deal...undermining MHS staff, administration and our Board."

~ Temperatures in Monrovia expected to be up to 102 by Monday. http://goo.gl/wcdgX

~ Video: Music on the street in Old Town Monrovia. http://goo.gl/WM0po

- Brad Haugaard

Governor Brown Signs Portantino Long-Gun Legislation

Governor Jerry Brown today signed Assemblymember Anthony Portantino's legislation banning the open carry of rifles and shotguns in California cities. Portantino represents part of Monrovia.

Violations are a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a fine of up to $1000. Law enforcement personnel are exempt as are hunters and others carrying unloaded weapons under specified licensed circumstances and in most rural areas.

Source: Portantino press release

- Brad Haugaard

Lunch at T Burgers

Lunch at T Burgers on Foothill. For about $6 got a combo burrito and a drink. A generous helping of ground beef, cheese, and beans. Tasty.

- Brad Haugaard

210 Eastbound Closures

Reminder: Eastbound 210 will be completely closed from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Monday through Thursday this coming week, starting October 1. For Gold Line bridge work.

- Brad Haugaard

Senator Bob Huff on State Government Successes and Failures

State Senator Bob Huff, who represents Monrovia, gives an end-of-session wrap up. A few items ...

- Pension reform: "The good news: The State Legislature finally got around to passing pension reform legislation. The bad news: It doesn't solve most of our problems."

- On workers compensation: "Republicans and Democrats reached across the aisle to pass legislation that will reduce costs on employers while increasing benefits for workers who are injured on the job."

- CEQA: "The Legislature missed a golden opportunity to open up the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to a series of reforms during the final two weeks of legislative session. If there is any good news out of this failure, it's this: There is a new coalition building in favor of CEQA reform."

More here: http://goo.gl/xD2Jn

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia vs. St Francis in Football | Los Victor's Gets a B | Got a Spare Refrigerator?

~ Preview of tonight's football game with St. Francis. http://goo.gl/JaZTD

~ Monrovia's Los Victor's Mexican restaurant gets a "B" rating from county. http://goo.gl/MjywS

~ Monrovia High snack bar needs a refrigerator and deep freezer. If you have one you'd like to donate, contact the Monrovia High ASB office.

- Brad Haugaard