- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
A free, family-friendly Community Bike Ride and Audit will be held Saturday, Sep. 12, starting at Library Park near the fountain. The approximately 6-mile route, at a pace of 10–12 miles per hour, focuses on streets highlighted in the city's Bicycle Master Plan. Participants will be asked to give feedback on their cycling experience. Register here.
- Brad Haugaard
There will be no residential street sweeping or street sweeping parking enforcement from Sep. 7 to Sep. 11 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Residential trash collection will be delayed by one day that week. Questions: Public Works at 932-5575.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's annual tree planting program is open for requests through Friday, Sep. 4. Residents may ask that a tree be planted in the public right-of-way in front of their property at no cost. Amigos de los Rios will maintain the tree for the first four months; after that, property owners are responsible for watering. Contact Brittany Jasso at (626) 932-5562 or bjasso@monroviaca.gov.
- Brad Haugaard
The Rotary Club of Monrovia will hold a Casino Night & Speakeasy on Sep. 19, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Monrovia Community Center. The event includes casino games, a live auction, food, an open bar, and music from The Doo Drops. Tickets are $75 in advance and $85 at the door. Proceeds support the Rotary Club of Monrovia Foundation's community projects. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
~ Issuing up to $58 million in bonds to renovate the Community Center, Fire Station 102 (on Myrtle in south Monrovia), and to improve Recreation Park. Measure K revenue would primarily repay the bonds, with annual debt payments estimated at about $4.3 million through 2045. Details here.
~ Expanding the city’s inclusionary housing requirements to all new residential developments of five or more units, regardless of where they are in town. The previous requirements only related to specific areas of town. Details here.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Game Night for Adults at the Library, Aug. 28
Community Center trip to Lavender Nights Festival planned for Aug. 29
Music Trivia & Karaoke at the Library, Aug. 29
Pasadena Humane waives adoption fees Aug. 29 for 'Clear the Shelters' event
San Gabriel Valley Choral Company Holding Auditions Sept. 1 and 15
Monrovia Police DUI checkpoint, Sep. 4
Manga Munchies: Make Chicken Katsu at the Library, Sep. 5
Veterans Movement & Stretch Class at the Library, Sep. 8
Food ED Green Care Day, Sep. 12
Dungeons & Dragons 101 at the Library, Sep. 12
Teen Powerpoint Party at the Library, Sep. 12
Earthquake preparedness workshop at Monrovia Library, Sep. 12
Free wildfire insurance webinar, Sep. 17
Rotary Casino Night and Speakeasy, Sept. 19
Fountain to the Falls 10K Run/Walk, Sep. 19
Monrovia Guild of Children’s Hospital to hold fundraiser, Oct. 3
- Brad Haugaard
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for August 20 – 26, 2026. 470 calls for service, 82 investigations, 2 mental evaluations, 1 traffic collisions, 8 arrests. - Brad Haugaard]
AUGUST 20
Grand Theft Auto
At 8:11 a.m., a victim in the 600 block of S. Fifth reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
At 6:20 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of W. Hillcrest reported his vehicle was broken into and tools were taken. This investigation is continuing.
AUGUST 21
No significant incidents to report.
AUGUST 22
Grand Theft Auto
At 8:28 a.m., a vehicle was reported stolen in the 400 block of Grand. The vehicle was located by an officer abandoned later that night. This investigation is continuing.
Court Order Violation
At 12:33 p.m., a victim in the 700 block of Oceanview reported that a restrained person had been trying to contact her via social media. This investigation is continuing.
AUGUST 23
Missing Person
At 11:20 a.m., a resident in the 900 block of Norumbega reported her friend missing. He was entered into the missing persons system. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 7:04 p.m., a loss prevention officer at a store in the 500 block of Huntington reported a shoplifting incident. Officers arrived and located the suspect outside the store, still in possession of the stolen property. He was arrested and taken into custody.
AUGUST 24
Grand Theft Auto / Pursuit
At 5:40 a.m., a delivery driver in the 200 block of W. Pomona reported that his vehicle had been stolen. Officers located the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop, the driver refused to stop and a pursuit ensued. The pursuit was terminated to ensure the safety of the public. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
At 7:04 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of S. Sunset reported a window to his vehicle was shattered and tools were taken. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
At 7:36 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of E. Maple reported that his vehicle's window was shattered and tools were stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
At 1:36 p.m., a resident in the 800 block of Encino Way reported a window to her vehicle had been shattered. This investigation is continuing.
AUGUST 25
Mail Theft
At 1:19 p.m., a package theft from the victim's front porch was reported in the 900 block of S. Ivy. This investigation is continuing.
Outside Assist
At 5:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of S. Myrtle to provide assistance to an outside agency regarding an incident on the train tracks.
AUGUST 26
Attempt Grand Theft Auto
At 10:03 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of W. Cypress called to report that someone attempted to steal their vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
At 10:22 a.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report fraud. An investigation revealed the victim was attempting to purchase a vehicle online and was talking with someone who he believed was a sales manager. The victim paid for a vehicle that he has not received yet. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
At 11:57 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of S. Magnolia reported that the window to his vehicle was shattered and tools were taken. This investigation is continuing.
Incident Report
At 6:29 p.m., a manager for a business in the 400 block of S. Myrtle reported that a male subject left a bag behind with a firearm inside. The firearm was booked into evidence for safekeeping. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
At 2:28 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of Montana reported the catalytic converter to his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
At 5:18 a.m., a victim in the 1300 block of S. Primrose reported the catalytic converter to his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Had breakfast recently at Nano Cafe, at the corner of Mayflower and Duarte Road. Got the avocado toast for $15.99 and a coffee for $4.49. Great toast and the fruit was really fresh.- Brad Haugaard
Fall and winter workshops at the Monrovia Community Gardens will cover composting and worm composting, homemade garden gifts, and planting cool-season vegetables. Free plants available at the vegetable workshop while supplies last.
- Brad Haugaard
A man was hospitalized very early this morning (Wednesday) after he accidentally shot and wounded himself at a Monrovia mobile home park on Peck Road near Jeffries Avenue. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Registration is open for Monrovia’s Fountain to the Falls seven-mile run/walk, set for Saturday, Sept. 19, at 7 a.m. The race begins at Library Park and is limited to 350 participants. Pre-registration costs $50; race-day registration is $60. Details and registration here.
- Brad Haugaard
People 13 and older who are new to Dungeons & Dragons can learn the basics at the Library on Saturday, Sep. 12, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Register.
- Brad Haugaard
Adults 18 and older can meet new people over board games, puzzles and Nintendo Switch games at the Library on Friday, Aug. 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Teens in grades 7-12 can share a special interest or hot take in a five-minute presentation, with a pizza break, at the Library on Saturday, Sep. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Register.
- Brad Haugaard
A pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a northbound Metro A Line train near Monrovia Station at about 5 p.m. Tuesday. The person’s condition was unknown, and Monrovia police are investigating. Details here.
- Brad Haugaard
Pasadena Humane, which serves Monrovia, is participating in the annual Clear the Shelters pet adoption campaign with a special event on Saturday, Au. 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when adoption fees will be waived for all animals - dogs, cats, and other critters. Preview available animals at pasadenahumane.org.
- Brad Haugaard
Mariposa is ready to flutter her way into your heart! This lovely 5-year-old German Shepherd is equal parts athlete, scholar and professional pool lounger. She knows sit, down, paw and an impressively focused “watch me,” but she’s also happy to put her skills aside for a good game of fetch, a calm wade into the pool or some well-earned pets.
Sweet, affectionate and full of personality, Mariposa has a knack for making friends wherever she goes. Whether she’s gently dropping a toy at your feet for another round of fetch or resting her head in your lap to ask for more affection, this beautiful girl is ready to spread her wings and find a home of her own.
And there’s no better time to adopt — on Saturday, August 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., adoption fees for all available animals at Pasadena Humane will be waived as a part of Clear the Shelters.
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 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 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
This new video by the Monrovia Historical Society gives “A Brief History of the Monrovia Airport.” The airport was a block south of Huntington on the east side of Shamrock. The video was produced by Dennis Sanchez for the society's online Legacy Project.
- Brad Haugaard
This 1910 postcard shows the interior of the National Bank of Monrovia. It was mailed to a Mr. Willie Boyar of Los Angeles, postmarked August 13, 1910 from Monrovia, with a note from a sender named Lina. From the Steve Baker collection. See full details here.
For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Canyon Park will host Kids Craft in the Canyon on Saturday, Aug. 22. Park Naturalists will help participants explore nature and create art at Canyon Park. No registration required; first come, first served. Snacks will be provided.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Area Partnership (MAP) is hosting adult and youth leadership academies this fall, a seven-week program designed to build informed community leaders. The Adult Leadership Academy meets Thursday evenings, Sep. 17 through Oct. 29, 7 to 9 p.m., at various city facilities. The Youth Leadership Academy is open to students in grades 6 to 12 and meets Wednesday afternoons, Sep. 16 through Oct. 28, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Registration is open, here. For more information, contact MAP at map@monroviaca.gov or 932-5563.
- Brad Haugaard
The city has received a pre-application for redevelopment of Trader Joe's corporate headquarters at 800 S. Shamrock Ave. The proposal calls for demolition of the existing building and parking lot and construction of a two-story headquarters totaling approximately 95,969 square feet, plus a parking structure. The headquarters would continue to house Trader Joe's national offices, including administrative space, training facilities, and a tasting kitchen. The project is in the early stage and residents will have opportunities for public input, including a neighborhood meeting. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Historic Preservation Group and the Monrovia Fire Department will host a free earthquake preparedness workshop on Saturday, Sep. 12, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Library's Community Room. Guest speaker Margaret Vinci from Caltech will be joined by representatives from several utilities, the Red Cross, and others. RSVP here, as space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Fire & Rescue training in Canyon Park, Aug. 18, 20, 22
Teen Game Hangout at the Library, Aug. 21
Sensory-Friendly Morning for Neurodivergent Children at the Library, Aug. 22
Kids Can Turn Nature Into Art at Canyon Park, Aug. 22
Free emergency preparedness training for families, Aug. 22 and 29
Pop-up Makerspace for Teens at the Library, Aug. 26
Community Center trip to Lavender Nights Festival planned for Aug. 29
Music Trivia & Karaoke at the Library, Aug. 29
San Gabriel Valley Choral Company Holding Auditions Sept. 1 and 15
Monrovia Police DUI checkpoint, Sep. 4
Manga Munchies: Make Chicken Katsu at the Library, Sep. 5
Veterans Movement & Stretch Class at the Library, Sep. 8
Food ED Green Care Day, Sep. 12
Free wildfire insurance webinar, Sep. 17
Rotary Casino Night and Speakeasy, Sept. 19
Fountain to the Falls 10K Run/Walk, Sep. 19
Monrovia Guild of Children’s Hospital to hold fundraiser, Oct. 3
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for August 13 – 19, 2026. 418 calls for service, 84 investigations, 1 mental evaluations, 9 traffic collisions, 33 arrests. - Brad Haugaard]
AUGUST 13
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 9:52 a.m., an employee from a business in the 1500 block S. of Myrtle reported a shoplifting incident in progress. Officers arrived and located the suspect nearby, still in possession of the stolen property. A computer search revealed the subject had multiple warrants for her arrest. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 2:26 p.m., while patrolling the 100 block of E. Pomona an officer saw a suspicious subject and contacted the subject. An investigation revealed she was in possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting
At 4:11 p.m., an employee from a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a shoplifting incident. The suspect was gone prior to officers' arrival. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Violence / Court Order Violation – Suspect Arrested
At 4:46 p.m., a disturbance was reported in the 700 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and made contact with a male and female subject. An investigation revealed the female subject was restrained from the male subject. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Vandalism
At 7:09 p.m., a vandalism was reported in the 1300 block of S. Myrtle. Officers arrived and located graffiti on a wall. A removal request was submitted. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspects Arrested
At 7:36 p.m., officers were dispatched to a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding two subjects who shoplifted and exited the store. Officers arrived and located two suspects nearby. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting – Suspects Arrested
At 7:47 p.m., a shoplifting incident was reported at a store in the 700 block of E. Huntington. Officers arrived and located two female subjects leaving the store with items that were identified as stolen merchandise. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Municipal Code Violation – Suspects Arrested
At 11:22 p.m., officers patrolling the 200 block of S. Myrtle saw two subjects sleeping in a park after hours, in violation of a municipal code. Officers made contact with the subjects. They were arrested and taken into custody.
AUGUST 14
Theft
At 9:18 p.m., a theft was reported in the 500 block of Diamond. This investigation is continuing.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Arrested
At 10:04 p.m., a fight was reported in the 300 block of S. Myrtle. Officers arrived and determined the suspect threw a drink at the victim's vehicle and later returned to do more damage. The victim confronted the suspect and the suspect struck the victim multiple times with a weighted object, causing injuries. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Municipal Code Violation – Suspects Arrested
At 10:17 p.m., an officer patrolling a park in the 1600 block of S. Myrtle observed three subjects in a park after hours. The officer made contact with the subjects and determined they were in violation of a municipal code. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Rape – Suspect Arrested
At 11:31 p.m., a victim in 700 block of W. Huntington reported that she had been drugged and sexually assaulted by a male subject. The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment. The male subject was located at a later time. He was arrested and taken into custody.
AUGUST 15
Trespass – Suspect Arrested
At 1:05 a.m., a caller in the 100 block of E. Lime reported a man refusing to leave a business entrance. Officers arrived, contacted the man, and later arrested him after he still refused to leave.
Theft
At 12:30 a.m., a caller in the 800 block of W. Duarte reported multiple package thefts. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 12:01 p.m., an employee from a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a shoplifting incident. Officers arrived and located the suspect in a parking lot. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Vandalism
At 12:51 p.m., a victim in the 1800 block of Peck reported that sometime overnight, his vehicle was vandalized. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 2:16 p.m., a caller in the area of Mayflower and Fano reported a male subject passed out on a sidewalk. Officers arrived and made contact with him. 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.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 7:53 p.m., a suspicious vehicle was reported in a parking lot in the 600 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and located the vehicle with two occupants. The officers made contact with the subjects. A computer search revealed that the passenger had a warrant for her arrest. She was also found to be in possession of controlled substances. She was arrested and taken into custody.
AUGUST 16
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 5:31 a.m., an officer patrolling the 400 block of S. Myrtle saw a subject discard drug paraphernalia and made contact with the subject. The subject was arrested.
Indecent Exposure – Suspect Arrested
At 6:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of W. Duarte regarding a subject standing in front of a business' windows exposing himself. Officers arrived and located the subject a short distance away. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 11:08 a.m., a caller in the 200 block of E. Colorado reported an unknown subject was on their property. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.
AUGUST 17
Theft
At 6:50 a.m., a theft from night prior was reported at a business in the 1500 block of S. Myrtle. This investigation is continuing.
Loitering – Suspect Arrested
At 1:38 p.m., a caller in the 700 block of W. Duarte reported a female subject loitering. An officer arrived and made contact with the female subject. A computer search revealed she had multiple warrants for her arrest. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
At 4:04 p.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report a subject had stolen equipment and was refusing to return it. This investigation is continuing.
Missing Person Located
At 9:22 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 700 block of E. Lime regarding a missing person. The reporting party stated their son, who suffered from some health conditions, hadn't returned home which was unusual. He was located in Las Vegas and the local agency confirmed he was well. He was entered and removed from the Missing Persons system.
AUGUST 18
Resist Delay / Under Influence – Suspect Arrested
At 9:41 a.m., an officer patrolling the 500 block of W. Huntington saw a male subject walking in his under clothes. The officer made contact with the subject and discovered he was under the influence of a controlled substance. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Theft
At 1:58 p.m., a resident in the 900 block of S. Ivy reported a male subject stole property from his front porch. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
At 2:05 p.m., an employee from a business in the 800 block of E. Huntington reported a vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Theft – Suspects Arrested
At 5:16 p.m., a loss prevention officer for a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a male and female subject were in the store concealing items, left without paying and drove to another nearby store to do the same. Officers arrived and located the subjects outside the store. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Missing Person Located
At 6:47 p.m., a family walked into the MPD lobby to report a female juvenile as a runaway. She was located later that day in a relative's home. She was entered and removed from the missing person system.
AUGUST 19
Missing Critical
At 4:21 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of N. Canyon reported her partner missing. An officer located the partner an hour later a few miles away from home. He was reunited with his partner.
- Brad Haugaard
The Community Center is planning a trip to the Lavender Nights Festival at 123 Farm (see here) on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 3 to 10:30 p.m. It's located in Cherry Valley (north of Banning in Riverside County). Lavender fields and gardens illuminated by more than a half million lights, live music, food vendors. Bus departs at 3 p.m. Cost is $35 for residents and $45 for non-residents. Call the Community Center at 256-8246 for more information.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
"The Ponderolo," a highly customized 1951 residence at 310 S. Mountain Ave. in Monrovia, has been listed for $1.65 million. The 2,261-square-foot home sits on nearly half an acre features a copper-and-rope living room ceiling, an entertainment lounge with a built-in bar, and three outdoor patios. The property reflects the owner's global travels, eclectic architectural details and custom craftsmanship. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
This view of Monrovia from the southeast, taken between 1903 and 1906, captures a number of the town's early homes, including the J.I. Case and Studebaker houses along Banana Avenue (now Hillcrest) and Mills View. The home in the foreground may be part of the Spence property on Myrtle Avenue, near an orange orchard shown on an 1904 map of the area. From the Myron Hotchkiss collection. See full details here.
For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.
- Brad Haugaard
Pixie is a little bit of magic! This sweet 2-year-old Shepherd has a playful, silly personality and a heart full of affection. She loves meeting new people, getting all the pets and cuddles she can, and showing off her big, happy smile. She's also smart, eager to learn, and treat-motivated, making her a wonderful companion for adventures and training.
Pixie has enjoyed spending time with kids and other dogs on her foster field trips and loves exploring on her walks before settling in for some cozy couch time. With her affectionate nature and playful spirit, Pixie has a special way of making every day feel a little more magical. Come meet Pixie at Pasadena Humane!
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 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 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
- Brad Haugaard
Mayor: Incumbent Becky Shevlin is running unopposed.
Two City Council seats: Incumbents Tamala Kelly and Larry Spicer are running, along with challenger Jesus Rojas.
City Clerk: Incumbent Alice Atkins is running unopposed.
City Treasurer: Incumbent Janet Wall is running unopposed.
For Area 3: New candidate William Wong is running unopposed. Board Vice President Lockerbie has decided not to run for re-election.
For Area 5: Incumbent Maritza Travanti and challenger Abby Veltman are running.
- Brad Haugaard
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is increasing enforcement against copper theft after investigators recovered suspected stolen telecommunications cable during an Aug. 6 inspection in South El Monte. Officials warn that metal theft can disrupt utilities and public services; witnesses should not confront suspects but should call 911 when a crime is in progress. Details here.
- Brad Haugaard
Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang will discuss Monrovia’s 2026 assessment roll, property-tax savings, Proposition 19, fraud alerts and reassessments at a Lunch & Learn on Monday, Aug. 31, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Monrovia Public Library Community Room. Admission is free for Chamber members and $15 for non-members. Details and registration here.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Fire & Rescue will host Urban Search and Rescue training drills in Canyon Park on Aug. 18, 20, and 22, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Neighboring fire agencies will participate. Canyon Park will remain open but a small portion of trail access may be briefly paused as needed.
- Brad Haugaard
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