Lunch at Sena, on the west side of Myrtle just south of Lime. Got the Verde Pork tacos for $11 and a tasty beer for $7. Delicious!- Brad Haugaard
Lunch at Sena
Lunch at Sena, on the west side of Myrtle just south of Lime. Got the Verde Pork tacos for $11 and a tasty beer for $7. Delicious!
Injured Mountain Lion Treated and Now Released
The mountain lion whose paws were burned during the Bobcat Fire in the mountains above Monrovia, was released after treatment. Here's video: https://is.gd/QgyzeE
- Brad Haugaard
Water District Sponsoring 'Conserve-a-Palooza' Contest
To celebrate it's 60th anniversary, Monrovia-based Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District is sponsoring a social media "Conserve-a-Palooza" contest - with free water-use efficiency devices as prizes - from now to November 30.
Three winners will be chosen at random and announced every week by an Upper District Board Director during a "WaterSmart Minute" video posted on social media.
Prizes include native plants vouchers, water-efficient washer machines, tickets to the Discovery Science Cube, and 8-station irrigation controllers.
Details: https://is.gd/CIu9pc
- Brad Haugaard
Hazardous Waste Roundup in Monrovia Oct 31.
- Brad Haugaard
Halloween Decorating Contest Winners
Here are the winners of the city's Halloween Home and Old Town Decorating Contest.
Home Contest Winners
- Best Inflatable Display - 309 N. Madison Ave.
- Best Light Display - 746 Ocean View Ave.
- Best Pumpkin Display - 802 S. California Ave.
- Judge's Award - 516 E. Foothill Blvd.
- Haunted House Display - 848 Ridgeside Dr.
- Most Creative Display - 125 Acacia Ave.
Business Contest Winners
- Best Pumpkin Display - Puff Monkey, 427 S. Myrtle Ave.
- Judge's Award - Law Offices of Mauro Fiore, Jr. 136 E. Lemon Ave.
- Haunted House Display - Douglas Elliman, 517 S. Myrtle Ave.
- Most Creative Display - Art Time Classes, 162 W. Foothill Blvd.
- Spookiest Display - Hop Secret Brewing at Myrtle Tree Café, 405 S. Myrtle Ave.
Click through for details and a bigger map: https://is.gd/riMCjO
- Brad Haugaard
Gumdrop and Goody Looking for a Home Together
If you’ve been needing something sweet in your life, seven-month-old Gumdrop just might be the kitten for you! Gumdrop and her brother Goody arrived at the shelter as shy kittens, but have been coming out of their shells in their foster home. Gumdrop is the more curious of the two – she loves playing and exploring. She’s also the more confident cat, and she’s showing her brother that humans are great and can provide lots of nice petting and snacks. Ideally Gumdrop would go to a home with Goody since they’re such good friends. And who wouldn’t love that? You can have two beautiful house panthers exploring your home - what a treat!
Gumdrop is eligible for a 30-day adoption trial. Take her home for a month, get to know and love her, and we’ll provide all the supplies. At the end of 30 days, you can make your adoption official. Email foster@pasadenahumane.org to get your adoption trial started!
The adoption fee for cats is $90. All cat adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
No 2020 Alta Vista Halloween Party
Alta Vista, north of Hillcrest, usually puts on a whiz-bang Halloween block party, open to the world. But not this year.
- Brad Haugaard
High Winds Predicted Through Tuesday - Fire Weather
The service says there will be moderate to strong Santa Ana winds late tonight through Tuesday, "likely the strongest Santa Ana event we have seen so far this season," with "the strongest winds expected late tonight through Monday evening, when damaging gusts of 60 to 80 mph can be expected in the mountains."
"Winds north to northeast 20 to 40 mph with damaging wind gusts of 50 to 60 mph. Winds likely to diminish Monday night into Tuesday morning, with gusts generally 25 to 40 mph, except local gusts to 50 mph in the foothills. Relative Humidity lowering rapidly to 15 to 25 percent late tonight into early Monday morning, then widespread single digit humidities by late Monday Morning through Tuesday. Humidities potentially falling as low as 3 to 5 percent, driest over Los Angeles county."
Increased risk of fire ignitions due to downed trees and power lines. "If fire ignition occurs, conditions will be favorable for very rapid fire spread, long range spotting, and extreme fire behavior which would threaten life and property."
Source: https://is.gd/VZQjIr
- Brad Haugaard
Wilderness Preserve to Open Within 30 Days - Hopefully 'Much Sooner'
She added that, "The trail restoration crew is working on re-establishing the Coyote Ridge switchbacks [red on map] and our trail crew are conducting some brush clearance and sign repairs. As for the connection from Cloverleaf to Ridgeside, we are pleased with the condition of the connector and we continue to work toward making that loop complete."
"With Canyon Park closed," she said, "we know that the community could really benefit from the access to open space and nature."
- Brad Haugaard
Vineyard Church Offering Free Food on Fridays
Vineyard Church Monrovia, on Encinitas right across from the Post Office, is handing out free food every Friday at 4 p.m. “Lines begin to form at about 3:30 p.m. - but they aren't very long - we have lots of volunteers to help. We also offer prayer to anyone who requests it.”
- Brad Haugaard
Canyon Park from Above; Pipeline Work on Mountain; E-Books for the Library; Veggie Workshop; Landlord Survey
In his latest report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Dylan Feik reports:
~ Above is an aerial video of Canyon Park after the Bobcat fire.
~ Starting on Monday, October 26, Southern California Gas Company and National Pipeline will begin installing a new distribution line on Mountain Avenue just north of Lemon Avenue. Work will be between 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. and most of the job should be done by November 6. Expect lane closures on the shoulders north and south lanes. If you have questions or concerns, call Public Works at 932-5575 or email pwcomments@ci.monrovia.ca.us
~ The Monrovia Public Library has received $5,000 grant, which it will use to purchase e-books.
~ Monrovia Community Garden will host a Winter Vegetable Workshop on November 14, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. through Zoom. Register by email at info@monroviacommunitygarden.org.
~ If you're a residential landlord, the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments - building on the LA County Development Authority's Homeless Incentive Program - wants to hear from you. The survey it has developed typically takes no more than 5 minutes to complete and responses are confidential. Complete survey before October 31 for a chance to win a $25 Visa gift card. Survey: https://is.gd/Zca5ac
- Brad Haugaard
'Trunk or Treat' Event to be Held at Monrovia High
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Brothers Painting Dodger Signs on Lawns
Two Monrovia brothers have set up a very successful little business painting Dodger signs on neighborhood lawns. Here's a video report: https://is.gd/ufuOVQ
- Brad Haugaard
Health Department Fines Some Monrovia Restaurants
- Brad Haugaard
Weekly Coronavirus Count: 26 More Cases, No More Deaths
Coronavirus cases from LA Department of Public Health as of 8 p.m.,
10/21/2020. Changes since
10/14/2020.
City of Monrovia: 829 cases (up 26), 41 deaths (unchanged)
Unincorporated Monrovia: 88 cases (up 2), no deaths
- Brad Haugaard
City of Monrovia: 829 cases (up 26), 41 deaths (unchanged)
Unincorporated Monrovia: 88 cases (up 2), no deaths
- Brad Haugaard
Lunch at Peach Cafe
Lunch at Peach Cafe, on the north side of Colorado just west of Ivy. Got the Short Rib Grilled Cheese Sandwich with a side of fruit for $12 and an iced tea for $2.75. Very good!- Brad Haugaard
MAP Leaders Provide Socially Distant Parade for Seniors
Leaders in the Monrovia Area Partnership Youth Leadership Academy recently participated in a drive-by parade for two local senior living communities, Leven Oaks and Brookdale. Cars were decorated and horns were honked to celebrate in a socially distant way. https://is.gd/M9WYlp
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Vehicle Rolls Over Man Working on It; Drunk Sprays Water, Not Bullets; Argument Over Face Masks; Fighting Mad Because She Can't Get to Alcohol; and More
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 355 service events, resulting in 67 investigations.
Vandalism
October 15 at 1:44 p.m., a motorist reported she was traveling along the 900 block of S. Myrtle when a female subject threw a piece of wood at her car. The motorist called the police. Officers responded and found the female subject near where the crime occurred. The vehicle had minor scratches to the paint. This investigation is continuing.
Theft
October 15 at 5:42 p.m., a caller reported he was just pepper sprayed by a male subject at the train station in the 1600 block of S. Primrose. The caller was accused of stealing a wallet, which he denied. Monrovia Police and Paramedics responded. The wallet was not located, and the caller was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. While speaking with officers, the subject who had his wallet stolen discovered that someone had stolen his bicycle, as well, from the train platform. This investigation is continuing.
Theft
October 15 at 6:26 p.m., a resident in the 900 block of S. Magnolia called police to report the catalytic converter was stolen off his vehicle sometime during the night. At the time of the crime, his vehicle was parked in the street in front of his residence. This investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
October 15 at 10:33 p.m., an employee from a business in the 900 block of E. Huntington called to report a customer had vandalized a plastic sign after an argument over an incorrect food order. The customer used a baseball bat to break a "Do not enter" sign and then left the area in a vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Possession of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
October 16 at 4:57 a.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Melrose and Foothill when he saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. The officer conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver regarding the reason for the stop. The driver consented to a search. Drugs and drug paraphernalia were located. The driver was arrested.
Injury Traffic Collision
October 16 at 5:39 p.m., a caller reported that a vehicle in the 200 block of Poinsettia rolled backwards over a male subject and the male subject was unresponsive. Officers arrived and contacted the subject, who was now breathing and responding to their questions. He eventually got up and was standing on his own. He told the officers he was working on his vehicle and it rolled back over him. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
October 17 at 12:44 a.m., a resident in the 1400 block of S. Magnolia called to report hearing a female screaming in the area. Officers arrived and located a distraught couple. After further investigation, it was determined the male half was the aggressor and he physically assaulted his wife. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Theft From a Vehicle / Vehicle Tampering – Suspect Arrested
October 17 at 3:40 a.m., a resident in the 700 block of Crescent called to report a male subject was checking vehicle door handles and was currently inside his neighbor's vehicle. Officers arrived and saw the suspect inside the vehicle. The suspect was detained and questioned. It was discovered that he went into several unlocked vehicles in the area and took items. Several items were recovered and returned to their owners. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
October 17 at 5:02 p.m., a resident in the 700 block of Oakdale reported her neighbor was outside his home spraying water on her car with a hose. She walked outside to confront him, and saw he had a black firearm and was waving it in the air. She quickly went back into her home and called the police. Officers responded and contacted the subject. They removed the gun from him and determined he was heavily intoxicated. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Domestic Violence
October 17 at 11:39 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of W. Cypress called to report several people in the street, screaming and yelling. Officers arrived and contacted a group of people. It was learned that a domestic violence incident occurred at a neighboring house. During an argument, the boyfriend punched his girlfriend in the face and left the location. The girlfriend sustained injuries, but she refused medical treatment. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
October 18 at 12:11 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of E. Olive walked outside his home and discovered someone had taken his work truck sometime during the night. Officers searched for the vehicle, but were unable to locate it. The vehicle was entered into the Law Enforcement Stolen Vehicle System. This investigation is continuing.
Threatening
October 18 at 3:16 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of E. Evergreen reported she and her husband had been arguing at home all day. When she said she was going to call the police, he threatened to shoot officers if they came to his house. He then grabbed a handgun he owns and left the house. This investigation is continuing.
Theft From a Vehicle / Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Suspect Arrested
October 19 at 2:17 a.m., a witness observed a black, compact car traveling north on Ivy at Colorado. The witness said that a passenger in the vehicle was possibly checking door handles of parked vehicles as they passed. Officers arrived and located the vehicle in question, which turned out to be stolen out of Alhambra. The driver had exited the stolen vehicle and was in the process of ransacking a parked vehicle when he was detained. Both the driver and the passenger were arrested.
Theft From a Vehicle
October 19 at 9:08 a.m., a victim reported that someone entered his parked vehicle in the 500 block of King sometime during the night. The suspect took two GoPros from the center console. The victim was not sure if he locked his vehicle or not. Nothing was heard during the night. This investigation is continuing.
Threatening – Suspect Arrested
October 19 at 1:18 p.m., two subjects tried to enter a business in the 600 block of W. Huntington without a face mask. They were stopped by a store employee and the subjects became angry. One of the subjects made a comment indicating he was going to return with a gun. An employee called the police. As soon as officers arrived, both subjects began running away. One of subjects was detained. This investigation is continuing.
Theft
October 20 at 1:18 p.m., a victim in the 300 block of W. Maple called to report that two parked vehicles had their catalytic converters stolen sometime during the night. Officers responded and conducted an investigation. This investigation is continuing.
Attempt Theft / Threatening – Suspect Arrested
October 20 at 4:44 p.m., a subject entered a business in the 400 block of S. Myrtle and attempted to take a skateboard that was on display. An employee pulled it away from the subject, but the subject displayed a knife and threatened the employee. Officers arrived and detained the subject, who was found to be under the influence of alcohol. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
October 20 at 10:27 p.m., an officer was patrolling a parking lot in the 700 block of W. Huntington and a computer check revealed one of the parked vehicles was stolen out of Covina. The vehicle was unoccupied. The registered owner was notified and responded to the scene to retrieve the vehicle.
Grand Theft Auto
October 21 at 8:46 a.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from a business in the 900 block of W. Duarte Road. An officer arrived and checked video surveillance of the location. The suspect is seen entering the store and taking the victims keys from a counter where she had set them down. He then leaves the store and the area. Later, the suspect returns with another subject. While a delivery is being made, the suspect walks to the victim's vehicle and the other subject stands in front of the store. The victim's vehicle is seen being driven away, and the second subject is seen running from the area. The victim later received a phone notification that her ATM card was being used at a Target store in Pasadena. She walked outside and discovered her vehicle was missing and called the police. The investigation is continuing.
Assault
October 21 at 11:57 a.m., a female subject entered a service station in the 700 block of E. Huntington and attempted to retrieve alcohol from a refrigerated glass display, but the doors were locked. The subject became upset and began throwing items from a display onto the ground. The store employee tried to stop the subject by grabbing her from behind, but the subject turned around and punched the employee on the side of the head. Officers arrived, detained the subject and conducted an investigation. The subject was transported to a hospital for a medical issue.
Warrants / Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
October 21 at 10:56 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle without a license plate at Duarte and Alamitas. He contacted the driver and discovered he had multiple warrants for his arrest, including a no-bail probation violation. The subject was arrested and his vehicle was inventoried. A usable amount of narcotics was located where the subject had been sitting. The subject was taken into custody
Smart and Affectionate Mimi Would Like a Forever Home
Five-year-old beauty Mimi is looking for a quiet home with space to relax in and explore. This sweet girl is doing really well in her foster home, already adjusting to her new surroundings in just a couple weeks. Her foster parent says that Mimi is very smart and can even open the bathroom cupboard to find the ideal napping spot within! When she’s not discovering new nap spots, Mimi likes to hang out with her foster parent, have conversations, eat, and play. She’s even testing the waters with lap time and snuggles. Imagine how affectionate this cat will be with the stability of a forever home!
Mimi is eligible for a 30-day adoption trial. Take her home for a month, get to know and love her, and we’ll provide all the supplies. At the end of 30 days, you can make your adoption official. Email foster@pasadenahumane.org to get your adoption trial started!
The adoption fee for cats is $90. All cat adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
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