The latest Monrovia Today magazine is online now, here. The magazine is switching to be primarily online, though a few paper copies will be available at city facilities on a first-come basis.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Today magazine now online; switching to mostly online
The latest Monrovia Today magazine is online now, here. The magazine is switching to be primarily online, though a few paper copies will be available at city facilities on a first-come basis.
Fountain to the Falls Run/Walk Sept. 6
The Fountain to the Falls 10K Run/Walk returns Saturday, Sept. 6, starting at Library Park Fountain, up to the Canyon Park waterfall and back. Pre-registration is $50 through Sept. 5 at 6 p.m.; same-day registration is $60 if space remains. Limited to 350 participants. Volunteers needed; to help call 256-8281. For questions call 256-8246. Register here.
- Brad Haugaard
Closures and adjustments for Labor Day week
A few Labor Day week adjustments ...
- Monrovia City Hall, Public Works Yard, Community Services, and Public Library will be closed on Monday, Sept 1, for Labor Day.
- The Library will be closed on Thursday, Sept. 4, for a staff meeting.
- Trash collection services will be delayed by one day the week of Sept. 1.
- Brad Haugaard
Neighbor Arcadia censures its own mayor
Monrovia's next door neighbor, Arcadia, has been in the news recently for its city council's decision to censure its own mayor, Sharon Kwan. Charges against her ranged from being insulting, to abdicating her duties, relying on ChatGPT to conduct meetings, making false accusations, etc. The council voted 4-1 for censure, the opposing vote being Kwan's. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at B & C Teriyaki
Had dinner at B & C Teriyaki, at the northwest corner of Foothill and Madison. Got a chicken teriyaki bowl for $8.82 and a small drink for $2.26. Outdoor seating only. Very nice and a great price.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Attempted murder at marijuana site; Two brush fires; Assault over vehicle door handles; Vehicle crashes into building; Woman runs in and out of traffic; Etc.
Mental Evaluation
August 20 at 3:08 a.m., a caller in the 500 block of W. Foothill reported that she was harming herself. Officers arrived and made contact with her. She was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.
Assault – Suspect Arrested
August 20 at 3:16 a.m., a victim in the 500 block of W. Olive reported a male subject pulling on vehicle door handles charged at him and hit him in the face. Officers arrived and located the subject a short distance away. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
August 20 at 5:59 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of E. Scenic regarding a possible domestic violence investigation. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. An investigation revealed the male and female subject were in a dating relationship and were involved in a verbal altercation that turned physical. The male subject was found to be the aggressor and was arrested and taken into custody.
Vandalism
August 20 at 9:03 a.m., a resident in the 400 block of Parkrose reported that her mailbox had been broken into. This investigation is continuing.
Trespass–Suspect Arrested
August 21 at 12:21 a.m., an officer patrolling the 1600 block of S. Myrtle saw a suspicious male subject near closed businesses and on private property. The officer made contact with the subject and asked him to leave, the subject refused to comply. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Mental Evaluation
August 21 at 1:15 a.m., a family disturbance was reported in the 1800 block of 8th. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. An investigation revealed one of the subjects was experiencing a mental health crisis. It was determined she was a threat to others. She was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.
Vehicle Burglary
August 21 at 5:19 p.m., a victim in the 200 block of W. Foothill reported a vehicle burglary. Officers arrived and made contact with a victim. An investigation revealed the victim’s vehicle was broken into and property was taken. This investigation is continuing.
Mental Evaluation
August 21 at 9:27 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 100 block of W. Duarte regarding a disturbance between two subjects. Officers arrived and made contact with the subjects involved. An investigation revealed one of the subjects was suffering from a mental health crisis. He was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.
Intoxication Arrest – Suspect Arrested
August 21 at 10:34 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 400 block of S. Myrtle regarding a man causing a disturbance. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. An investigation revealed the subject was yelling at people passing by and he was refusing to leave. The subject displayed symptoms of intoxication. An investigation revealed he 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 / Monrovia Municipal Code – Suspect Arrested
August 22 at 12:21 a.m., while patrolling the 300 block of S. Myrtle an officer saw a subject in a park after hours. A computer search revealed he had warrants for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Commercial Burglary – Suspect Arrested
August 22 at 1:22 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of Royal Oaks reported a burglary. She stole merchandise and fled. Officers responded and located the female subject a short distance away. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Vehicle Burglary
August 22 at 3:32 p.m., a victim in the 600 block of W. Huntington reported his vehicle’s window was broken and property was stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Arrest – Suspect Arrested
August 22 at 6:46 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain regarding a male subject sitting in a vehicle and inhaling a controlled substance. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
August 22 at 6:54 p.m., a disturbance was reported in the area of Palm and Myrtle. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. It was determined he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Shoplifting Arrest – Suspect Arrested
August 22 at 9:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding a male subject concealing merchandise. Officers arrived and located the subject outside the store, still in possession of the merchandise. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Driving Under the Influence Arrest – Suspect Arrested
August 23 at 2:04 a.m., while patrolling the area of Myrtle and Foothill officers saw a vehicle in violation of a traffic code. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. Officers made contact with the driver who displayed symptoms of intoxication. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Grand Theft Auto
August 23 at 7:48 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of W. Cypress reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Injury Traffic Collision
August 23 at 5:01 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Myrtle and Live Oak. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. One of the parties complained of pain.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
August 23 at 9:07 p.m., an officer patrolling the 100 block of Los Angeles saw a suspicious vehicle. The driver was contacted and a computer search revealed she had a warrant for her arrest. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Arson
August 24 at 1:44 p.m., a brush fire was reported in the 700 block of W. Chestnut. Officers and MFD responded and the fire was extinguished quickly. This investigation is continuing.
Arson
August 24 at 1:45 p.m., a caller in the 600 block of W. Huntington reported a brush fire. Officers and MFD responded and extinguished the fire. This investigation is continuing.
Injury Traffic Collision
August 24 at 3:29 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the 1800 block of 6th. The driver sustained injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment. This investigation is continuing.
Fire
August 24 at 5:24 p.m., a vehicle fire was reported in the 900 block of S. Fifth. The vehicle was unoccupied and the fire was extinguished. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
August 24 at 6:35 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 600 block of S. Myrtle regarding an intoxicated subject. Officers arrived and located the subject who was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision
August 25 at 6:15 a.m., a victim in the area of Fifth and Chestnut discovered her parked vehicle was damaged. This investigation is continuing.
Mental Evaluation
August 25 at 4:02 p.m., a caller in the area of Huntington and Monterey reported a female subject running in and out of traffic. Officers arrived, and the female subject fled in the opposite direction and into traffic. Officers were eventually able to detain her. She was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.
Injury Traffic Collision
August 25 at 4:15 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of California and Evergreen. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties. One of the parties involved complained of pain.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision
August 25 at 4:25 p.m., a victim in the in the 600 block of W. Huntington reported that he walked outside and discovered someone had hit his parked vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Theft
August 26 at 9:33 a.m., a caller in the 100 block of W. Foothill reported her wallet was stolen while shopping in a store. This investigation is continuing.
Non-Injury Traffic Collision
August 26 at 12:44 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the 600 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and discovered the solo vehicle collided with a building and caused damage. No injuries were reported.
Theft / Resist Delay – Suspect Arrested
August 26 at 5:13 p.m., a caller in the 700 block of W. Lemon reported seeing an unknown male subject walking out of a garage. Officers arrived and located the subject a short distance away. An investigation revealed he had stolen a bicycle. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Vehicle Burglary
August 26 at 5:29 p.m., a resident in the 1400 block of S. Magnolia reported that someone broke a window to his vehicle and stole property. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting
August 26 at 6:03 p.m., a loss prevention officer from a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a shoplifting incident. A male subject stole merchandise and fled without paying. This investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft
August 26 at 8:45 p.m., a resident in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported his bicycle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
August 27 at 1:17 a.m., while patrolling the area of Myrtle and Evergreen, officers saw a subject walking in the middle of the road. Officers made contact with the subject. An investigation revealed he was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Attempt Murder
August 27 at 6:18 a.m., Officers responded to the 1000 block of S. Mountain regarding a male subject with a gunshot wound. Officers arrived and made contact with the victim. An investigation revealed the victim had interrupted a commercial burglary in progress. Further investigation determined the location had been housing marijuana and was likely being used as a warehouse for the production of concentrated cannabis, commonly known as “honey oil.” Evidence suggests the burglary and shooting were directly related to the site’s use. The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
August 27 at 8:24 a.m., a victim in the 800 block of W. Olive reported her vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Theft – Suspect Arrested
August 27 at 12:24 p.m., a theft was reported in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. Officers arrived and discovered the subject exited the store without paying for merchandise. Officers located the subject. The subject was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision
August 27 at 1:00 p.m., a victim in the 700 block of E. Central reported his parked vehicle was hit by a trailer that left without exchanging information. This investigation is continuing.
Injury Traffic Collision
August 27 at 1:59 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the 200 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. Both parties complained of pain. This investigation is continuing.
Non-Injury Traffic Collision
August 27 at 2:14 p.m., a caller in the 300 block of E. Huntington reported a traffic collision. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. No injuries were reported.
School Superintendent emphasizes safety in light of Minneapolis school shooting
In light of the school shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Monrovia Schools Superintendent Paula Hart Rodas has written a letter to parents saying that student safety remains the district’s top priority, with continuing reviews of security protocols and strong ties with local law enforcement. The letter encouraged families to discuss concerns openly with children, adding that counseling is available, both from school counselors and from these resources:
Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth After the Recent Shooting (The National Child Traumatic Stress Network – Available in English and Spanish)
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (National Association of School Psychologists – Available in English and Spanish)
Helping Children Cope with Frightening News (Child Mind Institute – Available in English and Spanish)
Coping in the Aftermath of a Shooting (American Counseling Association)
Teaching in the Wake of Violence (Facing History and Ourselves)
- Brad Haugaard
Nonprofits partner to provide food and other supplies to Valley residents
There will be a "Resource Rally" at Foothill Unity Center (790 W Chestnut) on Thursday, Aug. 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to provide food and essentials to 400 families in the San Gabriel Valley, with special focus on those affected by the Eaton Canyon fires. The rally is a partnership between Foothill Unity Center, the Popeyes Foundation, Feed the Children, and Reach Out America. Each family will receive 25 pounds of food, a 15 pound box of hygiene items, and additional products. The opening ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by drive-thru distribution. Speakers include Monrovia Mayor Becky Shevlin, School Superintendent Dr. Paula Hart Rodas, School Board President Rob Hammond, and others. For further information, text 703-2398.
- Brad Haugaard
Adventure buddy - Affectionate but Bear needs a confident handler
Looking for a big adventure buddy? Meet Bear! This handsome 3-year-old chocolate Alaskan Malamute at Pasadena Humane is a true crowd favorite wherever he goes, and it’s easy to see why. Bear is a good-natured boy through and through whether strolling around the neighborhood or leaning in for belly rubs.
Bear is smart and eager to please! He already knows sit, down, touch, and will even shake with both his paws for a treat! While he’s generally calm, he’s a strong boy and can pull while on his leash, so he’ll do best with a confident handler to guide him. He takes time to warm up to new people, but once he trusts you, Bear shows his sweet and very affectionate side.
Because of his size and strength, Bear would thrive in a home with adults (or older kids) who can give him the consistency he needs. He'd love a quieter environment where he can be the star of the show. If you’re ready for a loyal boy to share in life’s adventures, Bear is waiting to meet you at Pasadena Humane! Come fall in love with this teddy bear today.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia history ... animated
We’ll never be able to trust photos again! My brother Erik took this photograph of a Pacific Electric car in Monrovia and animated it using Grok Imagine. He said the whole process took about 30 seconds, sound included. The image is from March 1, 1903, and marks the beginning of service by the Pacific Electric Railway to Monrovia. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Jeopardy Night at Library Sept. 12
Jeopardy Night returns to the Library on Friday, Sept. 12 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Community Room. Participants will compete in a quiz show format with categories including history, science, pop culture, and literature. Open to adults 16 and older. Registration required by 6 p.m. that day. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Baby Storytime at Library Tuesday, Aug. 26
Baby Storytime uses songs, games, movement, and stories to support pre-literacy skills, Tuesday, Aug. 26, 10 to 10:30 a.m. in the Library Story Room. For children to age 5 with their caregivers. Drop-offs not allowed. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Hop Secret to host beer garden at street fair
Hop Secret Brewing Company will host a Beer Garden at the Street Fair & Market on the 700 block of Myrtle beginning Friday, August 22. Adults 21 and over can enjoy local craft beers in a designated area.
- Brad Haugaard
Vacancy on Art in Public Places Committee
- Brad Haugaard
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