Monrovia High students named athletes of the year

Kaitlyn Morrison and Cai Scheidler of Monrovia High have been named 2024–25 CIF Southern Section Athletes of the Year. The award honors senior athletes with at least a 3.5 GPA, varsity letters, and active extracurricular involvement. Morrison plays volleyball; Scheidler, tennis. Both were recognized for excellence on and off the field.

- Brad Haugaard

Veterans Thank You Dinner at Library May 7

Veterans Thank You Dinner will be held in the Library Community Room on Wednesday, May 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. for veterans and families. Friends, food, fellowship, and information about benefits and services. Register here.

- Brad Haugaard

Pop-Up Makerspace for Kids at Library May 12

Pop-Up Makerspace for Kids will be held in the Library Story Room on Monday, May 12, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. For children 5-12. Create, play, tinker, and learn using different materials and tools. No registration needed, drop-in anytime.

- Brad Haugaard

Dungeons and Dragons at Library May 13

Dungeons and Dragons will be held in the Library Heritage Room on Tuesday, May 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For ages 16 and above. Seats are limited. Register here.

- Brad Haugaard

Unity Center looking for volunteers to help with huge food drive

Foothill Unity Center is looking for volunteers to help with the huge Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, which takes place May 10. Organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers, the drive helps feed thousands of families across the U.S. Volunteer here. 

- Brad Haugaard

Ribbon cutting and garden celebration at Oasis Trilingual School on May 9.

Oasis Trilingual Community School will host a ribbon cutting for its new garden Friday, May 9, from 12 to 1 p.m. at 429 E Wildrose. The public is invited to enjoy wood-fired pizza, garden vegetables, and a celebration of the community effort behind the space.

- Brad Haugaard

Teens can learn disaster skills at free Red Cross summer program

The American Red Cross is offering its free READYteens summer program for high school students, July 7 to July 25 in Arcadia. Sessions are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3 to 6 p.m. Learn disaster skills and earn certifications. Apply by May 30.

- Brad Haugaard

Buy produce and get free jar and salt water

Food Ed will host a pickling event Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Station Square Farmers Market at 1629 S Myrtle. Buy the veggies and receive a free jar and brine to pickle them in.

- Brad Haugaard

Water district offering plant vouchers to residents

The water district is offering plant vouchers to qualifying residents for up to $250 for climate-appropriate plants. The program aims to promote water-efficient landscapes and save water. Registration is first-come, first-served for those in the service area. Details.  

- Brad Haugaard

Wednesday will be 'Walk/Bike/Roll to School' at Mayflower Elementary

Mayflower students are encouraged to "Walk/Bike/Roll" to school day Wednesday, May 7.  Traffic may be affected. Walk, ride a bike, roll on scooters, skateboards, or skates. There will also be "buses" (groups of walkers or bike riders) starting at these times:

West (Beginning at 7:45 a.m.)

• Mckinley Pl and W Foothill Blvd
• Mauna Loa Dr between W Hillcrest Blvd and W Foothill Blvd
• N Mayflower Ave between W Foothill Blvd and W Hillcrest Blvd

Northeast (Beginning at 7:40 a.m.)

• N Myrtle and W Hillcrest Blvd
• N Magnolia Ave and W Hillcrest Blvd
• N Alta Vista Ave between Foothill Ave and W Hillcrest Blvd 

Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Library book drops getting a paint refresh

The Library book drops on Lime will be closed for a bit of paint refreshing from Monday, May 5, through Friday, May 9. Return materials inside the Library during regular hours. Due dates are extended until May 12. Book drops reopen May 12.

- Brad Haugaard

Monroe Elementary auction tonight

Monroe Elementary PTA hosts its annual Fiesta and Auction today, May 2, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the school. The event includes performances, games, food, and a silent auction supporting PTA programs. Entry is free, with a $15 wristband for unlimited games.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia city finances healthy, auditor gives city clean bill of health

At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia City Council will receive a staff report that says the 2023‑24 audit shows that, "Overall, Monrovia ended the year in a positive financial position."

The city's total assets rose 5.5 percent, up to $48.3 million despite the drag of pension costs. It received more money from property and hotel bed taxes. "The City’s auditors, Lance Soll & Lunghard, LLP, issued an unmodified ('clean') opinion on the City’s financial statements, which is the best opinion the City can receive from its auditors."

Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police: Stolen car leads to missing person; Four parked cars hit; Mail theft uncovered at car crash; Trespasser keeps breaking lights; Lots of intoxicated people

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for April 24 –30. - Brad Haugaard]

During this period the Police Department handled 420 service events, resulting in 74 investigations. 

Injury Traffic Collision
April 24 at 10:04 a.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Myrtle and Colorado. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. One party complained of pain and was treated at the scene. 

Injury Traffic Collision
April 24 at 12:15 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Fifth and Chestnut regarding a traffic collision. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. One of the parties complained of pain and received treatment at the scene. 

Public Intoxication / Warrant Arrest – Suspects Arrested
April 24 at 9:47 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of E. Duarte reported two male subjects in a parking lot of a closed business were drinking. Officers arrived and made contact with the subjects. One subject was deemed too intoxicated to care for himself. A computer search revealed the other subject had a warrant for his arrest. They were arrested and taken into custody. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 25 at 7:27 a.m., a passerby in the 700 block of S. Myrtle reported a male subject yelling obscenities. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. A computer search revealed he had multiple warrants for his arrest. He was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 25 at 7:44 a.m., employees at a business in the 1500 block of S. Myrtle reported a male subject passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle at a gas pump. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 25 at 12:59 a.m., an officer responded to a business in the 400 block of S. Myrtle regarding subjects loitering in the rear of a business. Officers arrived and made contact with two subjects. A computer search revealed one of the subjects had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
April 25 at 12:37 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Peck and Longden saw a suspicious vehicle in the area and made contact with the occupants. An investigation revealed one of them was in possession of a controlled substance. The subject was arrested and taken into custody. 

Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
April 25 at 1:12 a.m., while patrolling the area of Myrtle and Pamela, an officer saw a bicyclist in violation of a vehicle code. A computer search revealed he was on probation and investigation revealed he was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
April 25 at 8:51 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 300 block of W. Huntington for a violation. The driver was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. The driver was arrested and taken into custody. 

Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
April 25 at 9:57 p.m., a caller in the 500 block of E. Walnut reported suspicious subjects in an alleyway causing a disturbance. Officers arrived and made contact with a female subject who was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. She was arrested and taken into custody. 

Shoplifting
April 25 at 10:53 p.m., an employee from a store in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a theft. Officers arrived and determined a female subject stole merchandise and fled on foot. Officers checked the area, but were unable to locate her. This investigation is continuing. 

Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
April 26 at 1:31 a.m., while patrolling the 600 block of S. Myrtle an officer saw a subject who appeared intoxicated. The officers made contact with the subject and determined the subject was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Warrant Arrest / Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
April 26 at 1:53 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Huntington and Monterey conducted a traffic stop on a bicyclist for a vehicle code violation. A computer search revealed the subject had a warrant. The subject was arrested and taken into custody. 

Public Intoxication – Suspects Arrested
April 26 at 4:55 a.m., while patrolling the 800 block of E. Huntington an officer saw a suspicious vehicle with two occupants. The officer made contact with the occupants who were deemed to be too intoxication to care for themselves. They were arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Theft
April 26 at 2:05 p.m., a caller in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported that her grandmother’s cellphone was stolen while shopping. Officers arrived and made contact with the victim. This investigation is continuing. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 26 at 11:26 p.m., officers responded to the 300 block of W. Huntington regarding a disturbance where a male subject was banging on windows. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Traffic Collision
April 27 at 7:36 a.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Mountain and Central. One party complained of pain and treatment was provided. During the investigation, stolen mail was located in one of the vehicles. This investigation is continuing. 

Fraud
April 27 at 9:37 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of E. Lime reported that two fraudulent transactions occurred in her business account. This investigation is continuing. 

Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
April 27 at 1:42 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding a shoplifting report. Officers arrived and located the suspect. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
April 27 at 11:42 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Greystone and Primrose for a violation. An investigation revealed the subject was in possession of a controlled substance. The subject was arrested and taken into custody. 

Grand Theft Auto Recovery – Suspect Arrested
April 28 at 6:37 a.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Huntington and Mountain. The vehicle was located with a subject walking away. The officers made contact with the subject. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 28 at 8:25 a.m., a resident in the 300 block of N. Primrose reported an unknown subject was setting up a camp in their front yard. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Non-Injury Traffic Collision
April 28 at 10:54 a.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Shamrock and Lemon. No injuries were reported. The driver found at fault was cited. 

Grand Theft
April 28 at 11:39 a.m., a victim in the 100 block of N. Fifth reported his gardening equipment was stolen from his vehicle. This investigation is continuing. 

Theft
April 28 at 3:46 p.m., a loss prevention officer in a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a theft. This investigation is continuing. 

Vandalism
April 28 at 3:54 p.m., a victim in the 400 block of W. Palm reported his vehicle was vandalized. This investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto
April 28 at 6:54 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of E. Greystone reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing. 

Injury Traffic Collision
April 28 at 8:56 p.m., officers responded to the area of Evergreen and Mountain regarding an injury traffic collision. This investigation is continuing. 

Warrants / Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
April 29 at 3:09 a.m., while patrolling the 700 block of E. Huntington an officer saw a subject slumped over behind the steering wheel. Officers made contact and observed drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. A computer search revealed he had multiple warrants. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Trespass
April 29 at 12:17 p.m., a victim in the 600 block E. Olive, called to report a known male subject continuously trespasses onto her property to knock on her door and damage lawn lights. This investigation is continuing. 

Theft – Suspects Arrested
April 29 at 12:40 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported two female subjects were inside concealing merchandise and left without paying. The officers located the suspect vehicle, conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the female subjects. They were arrested and taken into custody. 

Grand Theft Auto / Missing Person Located / Mental Evaluation
April 29 at 2:56 p.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Foothill and Myrtle. Officers located the vehicle, conducted a traffic stop and made contact with a male and female occupant inside. A computer search revealed one of the occupants was listed as a missing person and had thoughts of harming herself. She was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Grand Theft Auto Recovery
April 29 at 3:02 p.m., a caller from a business in the 3300 block of S. Peck reported a suspicious vehicle. An officer arrived and located the vehicle. A computer search revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen in East Los Angles. This investigation is continuing. 

Theft – Suspects Arrested
April 29 at 4:19 p.m., officers were alerted to two suspicious subjects driving away from the 700 block of E. Huntington. Officers arrived and made contact with the occupants and discovered that they had committed a theft earlier in the day. The items were recovered and the male and female subject were arrested and taken into custody. 

Attempt Grand Theft Auto
April 30 at 7:01 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of E. Huntington reported his rented moving truck stolen. This investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto
April 30 at 8:09 a.m., a victim in the area of Walnut and Magnolia reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto
April 30 at 9:03 a.m., an employee from a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a trailer that had not been returned, stolen. This investigation is continuing. 

Injury Traffic Collision
April 30 at 10:37 a.m., an injury traffic collision involving a driver and four parked vehicles was reported in the 700 block of E. Huntington. The investigation is ongoing. 

Fraud
April 30 at 11:53 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of E. Foothill reported that she was scammed out of money on a social media platform. This investigation is continuing. 

Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
April 30 at 11:54 a.m., an employee from a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a male subject left the business with merchandise without paying. Officers arrived and located the male subject in possession of the stolen merchandise. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Theft
April 30 at 5:12 p.m., a victim in the 500 block of W. Lemon reported property stolen from her residence. This investigation is continuing.

Current Local Job Opportunities - May

Here are links to the latest job opportunities for Monrovia:

Monrovia School District 

City of Monrovia 

Private 

- Brad Haugaard