- Brad Haugaard
City manager outlines progress on Canyon Park restoration
Animal rights group to protest at Trader Joe's headquarters Thursday
Animal rights group Direct Action Everywhere will deliver letters and protest Thursday, March 20, at 11:40 a.m. at Trader Joe's headquarters to urge the grocer to stop purchasing chickens from Perdue's Petaluma Poultry subsidiary, which it says has had repeated animal cruelty violations, such as birds collapsed on the floor or stuck on their backs and unable to access food or water. It adds that Sonoma County's Press Democrat newspaper wrote that USDA reports show Petaluma Poultry with rates of the bacteria campylobacter and salmonella at almost four times the national rate.
- Brad Haugaard
Wile is smart and independent - he doesn't need constant attention
Wile is a striking 2-year-old Belgian Malinois mix with a big personality and an independent spirit. Weighing in at 60 pounds, Wile is a strong and confident dog who knows what he wants. He’s intelligent and self-sufficient, making him a great match for someone who appreciates a dog that doesn’t constantly demand attention. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who enjoys having his own space while still being a dedicated best friend, Wile might just be the perfect fit.
Wile is house-trained and has great manners indoors, making him an easy addition to a home that values structure and routine. He’s not one for rowdy dog parks or canine play dates—Wile prefers to be the only dog in the home, where he can truly relax and bond with his person. His independent nature means he enjoys exploring on walks and sniffing out interesting scents, but he also appreciates a cozy spot to unwind at the end of the day.
This smart and capable pup would do best with an experienced dog owner who understands his working-dog mentality. Wile thrives with clear boundaries and a job to do, whether it’s daily walks, training sessions, or mentally stimulating activities. He would love a home where he can continue to learn and build trust with a patient and understanding human. While he may not be a social butterfly with other dogs, Wile is ready to be an incredibly devoted and loving companion to the right person.
If you’re searching for a strong, independent dog with a big heart, Wile is waiting to meet you!
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 10:00 – 5:00. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.
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
A Moment in Monrovia History: Oak Park Motel in 1950, new and luxurious
Oak Park Motel at 925 E. Huntington, in 1950. "One of Los Angeles' Newest and Finest Luxury Motels." It's still there, on the north side of Huntington just east of Mountain. From the Kim Anderson collection. See full details here.
Nothing Bundt Cakes to donate to fire relief
- Brad Haugaard
Lifestyles of the Slimy and Squishy
Interactive ocean science program featuring sea stars and tidepool exhibits. Hands-on learning for ages 2 to 12. Thursday, April 3, 11 a.m. to noon at the Library. Registration opens March 17 at 10:33 a.m. Only one caregiver per child allowed. Details: here.
- Brad Haugaard
Teen Game Hangout at the Library
An afternoon of gaming, snacks, and socializing. Play Nintendo Switch games like Mario Kart and Smash Ultimate, battle with Beyblades, or board games. Open to grades 6-12. Meets third Fridays, 3 to 5 p.m. at the Library. Details: here.
- Brad Haugaard
Innovation Lab at the Library, March 19
Hands-on STEAM activities for children 6 to 11 in partnership with MHS Math & Science Academy. March 19, 2 to 3 p.m. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Details: here.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia concerned about removal of reservoir in Bradbury; budget update; KGEM contract
~ Sending letters to the Bradbury mayor and city manager expressing concerns about California American Water's proposed Lemon Reservoir Retirement Project, which involves demolishing a reservoir in Bradbury, hauling debris, importing 12,000 cubic yards of soil, and a zoning change.
Monrovia argues that the project's demolition and backfill constitute "unusual circumstances" requiring a comprehensive review. The city also worries about potential traffic impacts on its roads due to a lack of detailed plans, air quality impacts from dust and emissions, and a lack of communication with affected residents beyond Bradbury's notification radius.
Monrovia is requesting a full environmental review, a formal traffic plan with Monrovia's input, a thorough air quality analysis, better community outreach, and consideration of project alternatives. Details.
~ The 2024-25 budget quarterly update, which indicates that the city's general fund will end the year with a $1.56 million deficit after proposed revenue decreases and expenditure increases. But that's better than the previous year. The report adds that while inflation is moderating, sales tax revenues, particularly from auto sales, have declined significantly. Details.
~ Consider a multi-year agreement, through June 30, 2028, to pay Community Media of the Foothills (KGEM) $785,000 plus cost-of-living increases, and an annual contingency amount of $5,200, for a total contingency amount not to exceed $18,200.00 for additional event programming. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
City negotiating about property just north of Station Square
- Brad Haugaard
Learn to find historic Monrovia photos and documents
In 1909 President William Taft stopped at the Santa Fe Depot in Monrovia.
Monrovia Historical Society will host a free workshop on the Legacy Project digital archive at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, in the Monroe Room of the Community Center (119 W. Palm). Society president Sandy Burud will demonstrate the archive of almost 10,000 historical photos and documents. Refreshments provided; no RSVP needed. The event is co-sponsored by the Monrovia Historic Preservation Group.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia seeks artists for 2025 Art on the Box program
Artists can submit proposals to paint one of four city-owned utility boxes under the theme "Monrovia, All-America City". Each selected artist will receive a $750 stipend. Application deadline is March 31. Contact Kerri Zessau at 932-5564 or kzessau@monroviaca.gov for more information. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
MPWR fundraiser March 19 at Panda Express
- Brad Haugaard
Easter Bunny photos at Library Park April 12
Easter Bunny photos will be available at Library Park on April 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will also include other photo opportunities, arts and crafts, lawn games, and Library Storytime. Contact Community Services at 256-8246 for more information.
- Brad Haugaard
Old Town Wine Walk on April 5 from 6-9 p.m.
Participants can sample wines at various Old Town businesses at the April 5 Old Town Wine Walk. Tickets include a tasting glass, map, 12 tastings, photo booth access, and appetizers. Tickets are $50 at the Monrovia Community Center, Charlie's House, or online here; $60 (if any tickets remain) at the event. Call the Community Center at 256-8246 for more information.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Microsoft Scam Costs Victim; Knife-Wielding Drunk Arrested; Missing Grandma Had Just Walked Home; Spitting Mad Shoplifter Flees; Etc.
During this period the Police Department handled 379 service events, resulting in 100 investigations.
Grand Theft – Suspects Arrested
March 6 at 6:54 p.m., officers were dispatched to a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington regarding a theft. A female suspect stole merchandise and fled in a getaway vehicle driven by a male subject. Officers located the vehicle when it was fleeing the scene and conducted a traffic stop. The stolen property was recovered and both suspects were arrested for grand theft.
Drug Arrest – Suspect Arrested
March 6 at 9:48 p.m., an officer stopped a bicyclist for a vehicle code violation at the intersection of Central and California. During the investigation, the suspect was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Trespass – Suspect Arrested
March 6 at 9:44 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 900 block of S. Fifth regarding a woman refusing to leave. She was not a guest and staff desired prosecution. Officers located the woman on the premises causing a disturbance. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
March 6 at 11:26 p.m., an officer on patrol in the 300 block of W. Foothill contacted a pedestrian whom he recognized from prior contacts. A records check revealed she had five outstanding warrants. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest - Suspect Arrested
March 7 at 1:39 a.m., an officer patrolling the 1600 block of S. Primrose noticed a suspicious parked vehicle occupied by a male. After contacting the subject, a records check revealed he had an outstanding warrant out of Los Angeles. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Fraud
March 7 at 1:30 p.m., a victim reported a fraud in the 800 block of Alta. He was notified that his tax refund had been stolen and sent to a college in Northern California. This investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
March 7 at 3:34 p.m., a resident reported a vandalism in the 900 block of Oceanview. The resident stated someone damaged the complex's mailbox during the night. It is unknown at this time if mail was stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting
March 07 at 4:31 p.m., officers responded to a call in the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding a theft. A suspect stole approximately $800 worth of cosmetics from the business and fled. Officers checked the area but did not locate the suspect. This investigation is continuing.
Critical Missing Located
March 7 at 6:48 p.m., officers responded to the 700 block of E. Huntington regarding a missing 74-year-old woman. The reporting party stated her grandmother was last seen two hours prior. Officers conducted an extensive search, checking nearby businesses, parking lots, and parks. A critical missing broadcast was issued and Arcadia Police assisted during the search. Officers received information that the grandmother had walked home, her safety was confirmed.
Shoplifting Arrest – Suspect Arrested
March 7 at 8:36 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington regarding a female suspect concealing merchandise in a bag. When the suspect exited the store with stolen merchandise, officers contacted her. After an investigation, the suspect was arrested for shoplifting.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
March 8 at 12:18 a.m., officers responded to an apartment complex in the 1600 block of S. Magnolia regarding a male subject roaming the parking structure and bike storage area. Officers located the subject charging his phone. A records check revealed he had a warrant out of Los Angeles for a violation of a court order. He was arrested.
Want Arrest – Suspect Arrested
March 8 at 3:38 a.m., West Covina police officers had contact with a subject in their city and discovered he had a want out of Monrovia for felony domestic violence, robbery, criminal threats, and vandalism. A Monrovia police officer responded to West Covina Police Department and took custody of the subject and transported him to MPD so we could continue our investigation.
Injury Traffic Collision
March 8 at 6:36 a.m., officers responded to a traffic collision in the area of Foothill and Violet. A driver traveling at an unsafe speed, rear ended two vehicles who were stopped at the intersection. One party complained of neck pain.
Residential Burglary
March 8 at 8:46 a.m., officers responded to a call in the 400 block of Genoa regarding a possible burglary. Officers arrived and learned that the front door of the home had been kicked in. There was nobody inside and nothing was stolen from the home, since the residents were in the process of moving out. This investigation is continuing.
Commercial Burglary
March 8 at 9:01 a.m., an employee in the 700 block of E. Huntington called to report a burglary. Someone had broken into the business by shattering the drive-thru window. The suspect attempted to steal the cash register but learned it was empty and left it behind. Nothing was determined to be taken at this time. This investigation is continuing.
Overdose
On March 8, at 1:16 pm, in the 700 block of E. Huntington, a caller reported that his friend was possibly overdosing on an opiate and they were driving in the area. Officers and MFD were dispatched to the area. The vehicle continued driving into the City of Duarte before it stopped in front of 1134 Huntington, Duarte. Officers located the vehicle and issued two doses of Narcan on the subject, after confirming he was in medical distress, reviving him. He was transported to the hospital.
Traffic Collision
March 8 at 3:50 p.m., officers responded to a traffic collision in the area of Foothill and Grand. A vehicle made a left turn in front of another and caused a collision. No one was injured but one of the parties did not have insurance.
Fraud
March 8 at 5:58 p.m., a victim residing in the 300 block of Genoa reported fraudulent activity on her bank account. She stated her house had burned down in the Altadena fires and after relocating to Monrovia, she realized her wallet containing multiple banking cards had been left behind at the Altadena residence. She recently discovered approximately $12,000 in unauthorized charges at various locations across Southern California. The investigation is continuing.
Battery
March 8 at 6:11 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding a disturbance. Loss prevention recognized a male subject inside the store as a previous shoplifter and instructed him to leave. When the subject exited the store, he turned and spit in the loss prevention officer’s face before fleeing. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect. The investigation is continuing.
Mental Evaluation
March 8 at 8:16 p.m., officers responded to multiple 911 calls regarding a male subject sitting in the middle of the roadway at the intersection of Myrtle and Foothill. Officers arrived, blocked traffic for safety, and contacted the subject. After an investigation, it was determined the subject was a danger to himself. He was placed on a mental evaluation hold and transported to a local mental health facility for treatment.
Mental Evaluation
March 9 at 4:22 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of North Magnolia after a man requested police assistance. Upon arrival, they contacted the individual in the kitchen. The man made several threats towards both the officers and his family. The officers assessed the situation and determined that he posed a danger to himself and others due to a possible mental disorder. As a result, he was placed on a mental evaluation hold and transported to the hospital by ambulance for treatment.
Petty Theft
March 9 at 1:45 p.m., a resident in the 1800 block of S. Tenth reported his bike had been stolen approximately 2 weeks ago. He was late reporting it due to being out of town. He looked on Offer Up and saw his bike for sale. When he contacted the subject selling it, he was notified it had already been sold. The investigation is continuing.
Violation of Court Order
March 9 at 3:31 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of W. Lime, reported her ex-husband had "hacked" into her accounts. This was a violation of the court order. This investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
March 9 at 4:29 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 1400 block of S. Mountain regarding a male inside a vehicle blocking the driveway. Officers arrived and contacted the driver who was in the vehicle with it still running. The driver displayed signs of being intoxicated. He was unable to perform the field sobriety tests. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Petty Theft
March 9 at approximately 6:30 p.m., the victim realized her wallet was missing after shopping at a retail store in the 700 block of W. Huntington. She checked her credit account online and discovered her credit card had been used at a gas station in the same shopping center where she had just been shopping. The victim believes her wallet was stolen from her purse while at the store. The investigation is continuing.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
March 10 at 3:04 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of S. Myrtle regarding a weapon offense call. An employee encountered an intoxicated subject in the park who was hostile towards the employee. The suspect produced a concealed knife from his waistband and advanced towards the victim. The victim called the police. Officers arrived quickly and detained the suspect without incident. The suspect was arrested for possession of a concealed dagger and brandishing a weapon.
Shoplifting
March 10 at 8:15 p.m., officers responded to a retail store in the 1600 block of S. Mountain regarding a shoplifting in progress. A male suspect was seen removing tags from clothing. He fled the store prior to officers arriving. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
March 11 at 5:40 a.m., a caller in the 700 block of E. Palm reported his car had been stolen at approximately 4:40 a.m. The vehicle was entered into the stolen vehicle system. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting / Warrant – Suspects
March 12 at 12:17 p.m., officers responded to a call in the 600 block of W. Huntington regarding a shoplifting. Employees noticed a male and female enter the store, they both selected items and went directly into the fitting rooms. The female exited first and the employees requested she leaver the store. Officers contacted her and she was escorted out of the store. A computer check revealed she had an outstanding warrant for her arrest. At this time, the male exited the fitting room and placed clothing back on the rack. He was also escorted out of the store. Employees came out and said he had put on new pants and placed the old pants back on the rack. He was detained and an investigation revealed he was on probation for theft, had a warrant for his arrest, and had narcotics in his possession. They were both arrested.
Theft
March 12 at 6:56 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of S. Sunset called to report he was a victim of a scam. While the victim was downloading a Microsoft program on his laptop, a message appeared on his screen instructing him to call a phone number. A subject pretending to be a Microsoft representative said his personal identifying information was being used to purchase inappropriate and obscene material online and in order to fix the problem, he had to withdraw money from his bank account. The victim went to various banks in different cities in order to withdraw the large sum of money. He met with a female subject on three separate occasions to give her cash. The victim ended up paying the suspect a large amount. This Investigation is continuing.
Lunch at Gene‘s Grinders
Lunch today at Gene‘s Grinders, at the southeast corner of Myrtle and Walnut. Got a small pastrami sandwich for $13.50 and an iced tea for $2.75. Nice and filling.
- Brad Haugaard
Bond money falls far short of amount needed for repair of Monrovia schools
In 2022 Monrovia residents passed the $75 million bond, Measure MM, to make repairs throughout the Monrovia School District, but apparently that will fall far short of the amount needed. Now it appears repairs, including "life safety" issues, HVAC systems, and the closed-down high school swimming pool, will cost about $345 million. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Myrtle-Foothill shopping center sold
Foothill Park Plaza, the 96,390 Square footshopping center at the southwest corner of Myrtle and foothill, has been sold to Phillips Edison & Co for an undisclosed amount. Details.
The Phillips Edison website says: "Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. (PECO) is one of the nation’s largest owners and operators of grocery-anchored shopping centers. Our diversified portfolio of well-occupied neighborhood shopping centers features a mix of national and regional retailers selling necessity-based goods and services in strong demographic markets throughout the United States."
- Brad Haugaard
Summer job opportunities available for Monrovia youth
There are youth summer job opportunities available through the city's Youth Employment Services program. Jobs are open to Monrovia residents or students enrolled in Monrovia Unified, those graduating high school this June or later, who are at least 15-½ years old by June 1. Experience in volunteer work, school activities, or community organizations are a plus, as are cultural sensitivity and strong interpersonal skills. Application deadline March 28. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Housetrained and easygoing Alma loves cuddle time
Alma is a sweet and gentle 7-year-old Staffie with a heart full of love to give! This affectionate girl enjoys the simple things in life—leisurely walks, gentle exploration, and, most of all, cuddle time with her favorite humans. She walks beautifully on a leash, taking her time to sniff and enjoy her surroundings.
Alma is likely housetrained and has a calm, easygoing nature that makes her a joy to have around. Whether you’re out for a relaxing stroll or curled up on the couch, she’ll happily be by your side. She thrives on love and companionship and would do best in a home where she can be part of the family.
This sweet girl is very petite- she's just over 40 pounds- perfect size for most laps!
Because of Alma’s age, she is eligible for Pasadena Humane’s Seniors for Seniors program. This means her adoption fee is waived for any adopter over 60 years young!
If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion, Alma might just be your perfect match! Come meet her and see if she’s the missing piece to your heart and home.
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 10:00 – 5:00. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.
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
A Moment in Monrovia History: Monrovia founder also builds Alaska railroad
In addition to being the main founder of Monrovia, William N. Monroe, along with George Monroe, also built a railroad in Nome, Alaska. This photo was kept by George's wife (Annetta Evans) in her scrapbook, so it may be the line they were building, the Wild Goose Railroad, from Nome to Anvil. (Apparently Anvil Creek, a gold mining spot near Nome.) A ticket (not shown here, says "Passengers assume all risk on freight trains." From the Steve Baker collection. See full details here.
Preservation Group announces homes on Historic Homes Tour
1914 Mediterranean Craftsman home.
The Monrovia Historic Preservation Group has announced the lineup for its upcoming Historic Homes Tour on Sunday, May 4. On view will be five vintage homes, a new bungalow court, and the town's two museums, the Monrovia Historical Museum and the Anderson House. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
TableTop Adventures, March 15 at Library
TableTop Adventures, where participants can play tabletop role-playing games with experienced game masters, on Saturday, March 15, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the library. Call 256-8254 for more information. Register here.
- Brad Haugaard
Dungeons and Dragons, March 11 at Library
Dungeons and Dragons, a classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game, on Tuesday, March 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the library. For those 16 and up. Contact 256-8254 for more information. Register here.
- Brad Haugaard
Baby Storytime at Library
Baby Storytime at the Library focuses on songs, games, and motion, in addition to books, to help babies learn and grow pre-literacy skills. For children to age 5 and accompanying adults. It takes place Tuesday, March 11. Call Mr. Josh at 256-8274 for more information.
- Brad Haugaard
Easter egg hunt planned for April 19
The annual Easter egg hunt will be held on Saturday, April 19 (April 12, as printed in Monrovia Today, is incorrect) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Recreation Park, at 620 S. Shamrock Ave.. Registration for the egg hunt begins at 9 a.m. on the morning of the event. For more information call the Community Services Department at 256-8246.
- Brad Haugaard
Spring Veggie Gardening Workshop March 15
A free Spring Veggie Gardening Workshop will be held next Saturday, March 15, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Community Garden South (1650 S. Magnolia Ave.). Free veggie starts will be available while supplies last.
- Brad Haugaard
Presentation planned on Monrovia Legacy Project, March 22
The Monrovia Historical Society and the Monrovia Historic Preservation Group are partnering to present the Monrovia Legacy Project, a website containing almost 10,000 historical photos and documents. The presentation will take place on March 22 at 10 a.m. in the Monroe Room of the Monrovia Community Center.
- Brad Haugaard
KCAL spotlights Monrovia restaurant, Historical Museum
City Manager Dylan Feik reports that KCAL News recently featured Monrovia in its Spotlight Segment, highlighting Max's Restaurant and the Monrovia Historical Museum. The segment included an interview with the owner's daughter, who shared the history of Max's, and a tour of the Monrovia Historical Museum.
- Brad Haugaard
Officer Sanchez Named ‘Police Officer of the Year’
Monrovia Police Officer Sanchez has been honored as the department’s Police Officer of the Year, an award that recognizes “outstanding performance, including talent, dedication, work ethic, and commitment to community goals.”
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia High to use Duarte pool for swim team; School report cards; District can pay its bills
At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia Board of Education will consider ...
~ Approving a deal for the Monrovia High swim team to use the Duarte Fitness Center Pools for practice and meets. (People at the latest City Council meeting complained that the Monrovia High pool is out of order.) Details.
~ Approving School Accountability Report Cards for the district's schools. The following analysis of the report cards (experimental) was provided by AI. Comment: I think it should be noted that Canyon Oaks High School and Mountain Park are rather different animals and it probably isn't fair to treat their results relative to other schools as if it was an apples to apples comparison...
Here are some potential anomalies, both positive and negative, found in the School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs):
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Teacher Credentialing and Assignments:
- Canyon Oaks High School has a high percentage of teachers (47.35%) assigned out-of-field, compared to the district (1.45%) and state (4.41%).
- Mountain Park has a notably high percentage of teachers without credentials and misassignments (13.66%) and teachers assigned out-of-field (55.46%) compared to district and state averages.
- For the 2022-23 school year, Monrovia High School had 9.06% of teachers without credentials or misassignments, while the state average was 5.38%. Therefore, Monrovia High School's percentage was 3.68 percentage points higher than the state average in that year.
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Suspension Rates:
- Santa Fe Middle School has a significantly higher suspension rate (14.32%) compared to the district (3.14%) and the state (3.28%).
- Canyon Oaks High School also shows a high suspension rate of 10.94% compared to the district (3.14%) and state (3.28%).
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Academic Performance:
- Canyon Oaks High School shows notably lower percentages of students meeting or exceeding state standards in English Language Arts/Literacy (13%) and Mathematics (0%) compared to the district and state averages.
- Wild Rose Elementary shows lower percentages of students meeting or exceeding state standards in English Language Arts/Literacy (29%) and Mathematics (31%) compared to the district and state averages.
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Facility Repair Status:
- Clifton Middle School and Mountain Park are in "Exemplary" repair status, which is a positive anomaly compared to the "Good" repair status of other schools.
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Physical Fitness Test Results:
- Canyon Oaks High School shows 0% participation in all five components of the California Physical Fitness Test.
- Monroe Elementary shows 100% participation in all five components of the California Physical Fitness Test.
- Mountain Park shows 100% participation in all five components of the California Physical Fitness Test for Grade 5.
Here are the report cards:
Bradoaks Elementary
Mayflower Elementary
Monroe Elementary
Plymouth Elementary
Wild Rose Elementary
Clifton Middle School
Santa Fe Middle School
Monrovia High School
Mountain Park
Canyon Oaks
~ Approving a certification that the school district can pay its bills for the current fiscal years and two following fiscal years. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dinner at Dave’s Hot Chicken, on the south side of Huntington just west of Mayflower. I got the #1 Meal for $12.99 and a soft drink for $2.69. I thought I liked hot food until a while ago when I ate here and found that they are not kidding when they say “hot.” So I got “mild” this time. Good, but next time I might go up one level to “medium” heat.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Masked by ambush at Grand Park; Man bear-sprays girlfriend, steals her car; Hit-and-run DUI Driver tracked by victim; etc.
During this period the Police Department handled 387 service events, resulting in 127 investigations.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
February 27 at 10:35 a.m., officers were dispatched to a hit and run call in the 300 block of Wildrose. A vehicle had rear ended another vehicle and fled the scene. Officers were able to locate the suspect and the suspect vehicle a short distance away. The victim of the hit and run desired prosecution.
Theft
February 27 at 10:42 a.m., a victim reported he was at a store in the 100 block of W. Foothill when someone took his debit card from him. He realized he didn't have it when he went to check out. He looked at his bank account and noticed someone had already taken $650 from his checking and $1,000 from his savings account. This investigation is continuing.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
February 27 at 12:43 p.m., officers responded to the area in the 1100 block of E. Huntington regarding some subjects possibly stealing wire and cable. The officers arrived and detained 3 subjects matching the description. They had not stolen any wire but one of them had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
February 27 at 3:17 p.m., officers responded to a call in the 100 block of W. Huntington, an employee at the location called to report a male walking around the parking lot area acting suspicious. Officers arrived and located the subject. He could not give them a reason why he was there and was vague with all his answers. A computer check revealed a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Injury Traffic Collision
February 27 at 3:40 p.m., officers responded to an accident in the area of Huntington and Monterey. A vehicle driving east on Huntington realized the light was red and stopped partially in the intersection. A vehicle driving east, directly behind that vehicle, rear ended the other vehicle. The driver of that vehicle was unlicensed and following too closely. He was cited for unsafe speed and being unlicensed.
Hit and Run / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
February 27 at 3:42 p.m., a vehicle in the area of Myrtle and Pomona, sideswiped another vehicle and continued to drive. The victim followed the suspect vehicle to a liquor store and watched the driver exit. Officers arrived and detained the driver when he came out. He displayed signs of being intoxicated but refused any Field Sobriety Tests. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft Auto
February 27 at 4:15 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of Los Angeles, came in to the station to report his truck had been stolen. He received a call that morning from the Sheriff's Department in El Monte who discovered his vehicle partially stripped. He did not know that his Chevrolet Silverado had been stolen until he received the phone call that morning. This investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
February 28 at 12:24 a.m., an officer patrolling the 500 block of W. Duarte conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a vehicle code violation. After an investigation, it was determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
February 28 at 2:20 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 700 block of W. Huntington when he noticed a vehicle parked in a red zone. The officer contacted the driver and an investigation revealed the driver was found to be in possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. He was arrested.
Drug Possession - Suspect Arrested
February 28 at 2:57 a.m., an officer contacted a subject in Station Square Park, which was closed for the night, and during the contact the subject was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and released on a citation.
Commercial Burglary
February 28 at 5:07 a.m., officers responded to a burglary alarm at a business in the 900 block of W. Huntington. Upon arrival, they found the front door glass shattered. The suspects had made entry but fled before officers arrived. No property was reported missing. The investigation is ongoing.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
February 28 at 1:07 p.m., a suspect came to the Monrovia Police Department Lobby to turn himself in. A computer check revealed the suspect had a warrant for his arrest for driving under the influence. The suspect was arrested and booked in the Monrovia Jail.
Wanted Person – Suspect Arrested
February 28 at 1:27 p.m., a wanted person came to the Monrovia Police Department Lobby to turn himself in. A computer check revealed the suspect was wanted for domestic violence. The suspect was arrested and booked in the Monrovia Jail.
Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
February 28 at 6:13 p.m., officers responded to a traffic collision at the intersection of Evergreen and Mayflower. No injuries were reported. During the investigation, one driver displayed signs of intoxication. The investigation determined the driver was impaired. She was arrested for Driving Under the Influence.
Drug Possession / Warrant – Suspects Arrested
February 28 at 10:59 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Royal Oaks and Mountain for a vehicle code violation. During the investigation, the driver was found in possession of drug paraphernalia and was arrested. The passenger had an outstanding $60,000 traffic warrant out of San Bernardino County and was also taken into custody.
Grand Theft Auto
March 1 at 12:04 a.m., a victim discovered her black 2022 BMW 430i had been stolen from the parking garage of her apartment complex in the 1000 block of S. Fifth. The victim tracked the vehicle using a mobile app, showing it traveling west on the 210 Freeway. The vehicle was later found parked in a lot in North Hollywood, where it was recovered. This investigation is continuing.
Want – Suspect Arrested
March 1 at 2:05 a.m., officers located a vehicle in the 300 block of Genoa that was wanted in connection with a threatening and domestic violence investigation out of Monrovia from the previous week. The vehicle was unoccupied but it led officers to the suspect's residence. Officers contacted the suspect outside of the residence and arrested him for the outstanding Want.
Warrant Pick-up – Suspect Arrested
March 1 at 10:33 a.m. a female adult with an outstanding Monrovia robbery warrant was arrested by West Covina Police. One of our officers responded and took custody of her, per the authority of the warrant. She was taken to the Monrovia Police Department where she was booked and housed pending her court date.
Grand Theft Auto
March 1 at 6:22 p.m., a victim reported her black 2018 Hyundai Sonata had been stolen from the carport of her residence in the 400 block of E. Foothill. She saw the vehicle the previous day. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Possession – Suspect Arrested
March 1 at 7:28 p.m., a caller reported he witnessed a subject on the stairs of a church in the 100 block of W. Palm, injecting narcotics. Officers arrived and detained the individual after determining she was in possession of drug paraphernalia. She was arrested.
Prowling
March 1 at 8:29 p.m., officers responded to a suspicious call reported in the 300 block of N. Madison. Three subjects in a blue Hyundai parked in the area and two exited the vehicle. They attempted to open several parked cars but found them locked. The subjects walked around the property of a vacant residence, a witness reported seeing them in the backyard. No signs of burglary or forced entry were found. The subjects fled south on Madison in the suspect vehicle before officers arrived. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Possession - Suspect Arrested
March 1 at 11:50 p.m., an officer conducted a bicycle stop for a vehicle code violation at the intersection of Brisbane and Myrtle. During the investigation, the subject was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
March 2 at 12:33 a.m., an officer in the intersection of Encino and Huntington conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a vehicle code violation. A records check revealed the driver had a $45,000 warrant out of Covina for receiving stolen property. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting
March 3 at 1:31 p.m., an employee in the 600 block of W. Huntington, called to report a male subject had been in the restroom for approximately an hour. He was asked to leave and said he would 30 minutes prior. He was recognized as being the same subject who stole items from the location on a prior incident. Officers arrived and located the subject. Items were recovered and he was issued a citation in the field for theft.
Fraud
March 3 at 1:59 p.m., a victim came in to the station to report that she had moved to Monrovia in May of 2023 from Pennsylvania. In September of 2023, she received a bill from Verizon for service in Pennsylvania. She called and told them it was not hers and she did not authorize anyone to use her information. She recently checked Credit Karma and noticed her name went to collections regarding a Verizon payment in excess of $10,000. She called Verizon again and they requested a police report. This investigation is continuing.
Hit and Run
March 3 at 2:20 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of S. Shamrock, came in to report his vehicle was hit. It was parked in front of his residence on February15th and it was hit overnight. This investigation is continuing.
Fight in Progress
March 3 at 3:55 p.m., dispatch received several 911 calls of a fight in progress in the area of Madison and Foothill. When officers arrived, they detained several juveniles at the location. Two male juvies from the high school had fought the week prior and saw each other at the location. They decided to fight again. One of the subject’s sisters was there and jumped in when her brother got knocked down. She broke the other subject’s headphones and necklace. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
March 3 at 3:55 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of S. Ivy, reported that he went to the post office and mailed a check in the amount of $18,253.11 on December 9, 2024. He realized recently, it had been stolen and cashed by a different person than who he made it out to. This investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft
March 3 at 7:59 p.m., officers responded to a complex in the 1100 of block E. Huntington regarding a theft report. The reporting party stated that staff stole her scooter and clothes. This investigation is continuing.
Traffic Collision Hit and Run
March 3 at 9:04 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of S. Myrtle regarding a truck seen hitting a lamp post, causing damage to the bulb. The driver failed to stop and fled the scene. Public Works was notified. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Activity – Suspect Arrested
March 4 at 2:58 a.m., officers were providing extra patrol to a business in the 700 block of W. Huntington when they noticed a male subject to the rear of the location. They contacted the subject who was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and a pipe used to smoke methamphetamine. He was arrested.
Grand Theft Auto Recovery
March 4 at 8:23 a.m., officers were dispatched to an apartment complex in the 400 block of E. Foothill regarding a suspicious vehicle that was left parked in a resident's parking space for the past four days. A computer check revealed the vehicle was stolen out of Carson. The vehicle also had a stolen license plate from another vehicle. The stolen vehicle was recovered.
Domestic Battery / Grand Theft Auto
March 4 at 7:10 p.m., officers responded to an apartment building in the 800 block of S. Myrtle regarding a grand theft auto investigation. Officers learned that a male and female who have been in a dating relationship for one year, were in a verbal argument when the male subject sprayed her in the face with bear spray. He then fled in her vehicle. The female refused paramedics and did not desire prosecution for the domestic battery but did desire prosecution for the grand theft auto. The vehicle was entered into the system as stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon
March 4 at 9:35 p.m., officers responded to the 300 block of Valle Vista regarding a male subject who was assaulted while at Grand Park. The subject told officers he met with a female who he had been talking to on social media. While he was at Grand Park, six male subjects wearing masks, snuck up on him and struck him in the face with a bat. He was able to run away to a nearby residence where he asked for help. He sustained a laceration to the head. The subject was transported to a local hospital for further treatment. After the incident, he learned that the female blocked him on social media. This investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence / Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
March 5 at 8:12 a.m., a caller reported a male driver asleep at the wheel near the intersection of Chestnut and Monterey. Officers responded and located the vehicle leaving the area. A traffic stop was attempted, however, the driver briefly tried to evade the officers but eventually yielded. All occupants were in possession of drugs and the driver, who was under the influence, gave a false name. It was later learned that he had multiple warrants for his arrest. All three subjects were arrested.
Vandalism
March 5 at 8:48 a.m., a caller reported a vandalism at a business in the 600 block of S. Myrtle. A window at the business had been shattered sometime during the night. The investigation is ongoing.
Traffic Collision
March 5 at 9:26 a.m., a motorist collided into a parked vehicle in the 700 block of S. Myrtle. No injuries were reported. A property damage report was completed.
Transient arrested on suspicion of killing his father
- Brad Haugaard
Police chief reports crime trending down in Monrovia
Monrovia Police Chief Heath Harvey reported to the City Council Tuesday night that crime is down in the city, though police activity (such as patrolling and special details) is up.
- Brad Haugaard
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