A flash flood warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for Monrovia and other foothill cities. It is in effect until 9 p.m. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Fire Department extinguishes blaze on Central Avenue
Monrovia Fire Department quickly put out a fire late Sunday night in the 200 block of W. Central Ave., with support from Arcadia LA County and Pasadena fire units. According to one report, several apartment units were damaged by the blaze, which was reportedly started by an electrical malfunction. Photos by @jamie_hn, Monrovia Fire Department.
- Brad Haugaard
'Let it Snow,' an evening of winter songs, Dec. 13
- Brad Haugaard
Council to consider upgrading police communications system
At its next meeting (agenda here) the City Council will consider upgrading its Public Safety Communications Center for $790,447 plus 10% contingency, and an annual fee of $67,656. The project replaces the 17-year-old analog VHF system with a digital UHF network offering encryption, reliability and integration into the countywide Interagency Communications Interoperability (ICI) System. The plan includes new Motorola consoles, repeaters, routers, monitors, fiber work, and specialized dispatch furniture, and it brings the system into compliance with Department of Justice/FBI rules requiring criminal justice information or information that can identify individuals be encrypted. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
San Gabriel Valley Choral Company free caroling event Dec. 7
- Brad Haugaard
Winter Adult Craft Night at the Library, Dec. 2
Winter Adult Craft Night on Dec. 2 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Library’s Story Room. Participants will fold a book into a holiday decoration. Supplies provided; attendees may bring their own book. For adults 18+. Registration required, here.
- Brad Haugaard
Game Night for adults at the Library, Nov. 21
Board games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch games featured for Adult Game Night, Nov. 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Library Community Room. Attendees may bring games to share. For ages 18 and up. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Science for toddlers at the Library, Nov. 21
Hands-on science activities for preschoolers ages 2 to 5 at the Library’s Story Room on Friday, Nov. 21 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Biology, physics, and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required here.
- Brad Haugaard
City Council to consider Route 66 signs and rules to support construction of bungalow courts; also will hold final hearing on assessment district proposal
Location of proposed Route 66 signs.At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia City Council will ...
~ Consider adding Route 66 signs on the old routes through town in anticipation of the road's 2026 centennial. The signs will mark the original 1926-1934 route along Shamrock and Foothill, with refreshed signage on Huntington Drive (Route 66 started along Foothill then was switched to Huntington Drive). There will be 16 signs, 12 replacements on Huntington, directional signs at key intersections, and "Historic Old Town" and bypass signs. Details.
~ Hold a final public hearing on the proposed assessment district. This will be you last chance if you want to give the City Council your thoughts. Here is the city staff report on the proposed district and here is an earlier news report.
~ Consider an amendment to zoning rules to support bungalow court development. Bungalow courts are defined as multi-family homes arranged around a shared landscaped courtyard. The amendment would set size limits for these structures - height, width, depth - and allows their placement in front and side setbacks when part of a bungalow court. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Coming Up in Monrovia!
The play Frozen, Jr., at Monrovia High tonight and tomorrow, Nov. 14-15
Celebrating Games Month at the Library, Nov. 15
Scholarship Gala on Nov. 15 will honor local sports alumni
Celebrating Games Month at the Library, Nov. 15
Learn to make DIY garden gifts Nov. 15
Stargazing party at Library Nov. 18
Volunteers needed for Thanksgiving food distribution, Nov. 17, 20, 21
School Board meeting; superintendent to recommend closure of one middle school, Nov. 19
Thanksgiving gathering and Christmas tree lighting Nov. 20 in Library Park
Community Prayer Breakfast Nov. 21
Science for toddlers at the Library, Nov. 21
Game Night for adults at the Library, Nov. 21
Low-stimulation morning for neurodivergent children Nov. 22
Hands-on creative play for kids during Thanksgiving break, Nov. 24
Children can create Thanksgiving craft at Library, Nov. 25
Children can create Thanksgiving craft at Library, Nov. 25
Small Business Saturday Nov. 29
Garden Club Christmas party Dec. 2
Winter Adult Craft Night at the Library, Dec. 2
Monrovia Christmas Parade Dec. 4
Boys & Girls Club Festival of Trees on Dec. 6
- Brad Haugaard
Boys & Girls Club Festival of Trees on Dec. 6
The Boys & Girls Club of the Foothills will host its 15th annual Festival of Trees on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 5:30 p.m. at Annandale Golf Club in Pasadena. The event includes holiday displays and live and silent auctions. Proceeds benefit local youth programs in academics, arts, sports, and career readiness. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Garden Club Christmas party Dec. 2
The Monrovia Garden Club will hold its annual Christmas Silent Auction and Potluck on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Community Center. Food, gift shopping, and auction items from more than 30 local businesses. Proceeds will support community projects.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Christmas Parade Dec. 4
The Monrovia Christmas parade will be on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m., along Myrtle through Old Town. Local groups - schools, businesses, and organizations - are welcome to participate. Application form here.
- Brad Haugaard
School superintendent to recommend closure of one middle school; Pay raise for school board members
~ Hear a recommendation by Superintendent Paula Hart Rodas regarding which middle school to close, Clifton or Santa Fe. The agenda item (here) gives no hint which school that may be.
~ Consider raising board member compensation from $300 to $1,200 per month beginning Jan. 1, as the pay level has not changed for more than 40 years and Assembly Bill 1390 now permits higher board pay because of inflation and expanded duties. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
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