- Brad Haugaard
County Proposes Sewer Rate Hikes that would affect Monrovia
Draft plan to minimize risks to city available for comment
I asked an AI system to highlight the main hazards facing the city. Among those it identified these struck me as most important:
Earthquake: Monrovia is located near active faults, such as the Raymond Fault and Puente Hills Fault, posing risks of severe ground shaking, liquefaction, structural damage, casualties, and disruption of services.
Slope Failure: The city's location along the southern slopes of the San Gabriel Mountains makes it vulnerable to landslides, debris flows, and rockfalls, especially during heavy rainfall, post-wildfire conditions, or seismic events.
Dam Failure: Six upstream dams, including the Sawpit Reservoir dam, pose a risk of catastrophic flooding in the event of failure, impacting downstream populations and infrastructure.
Wildfire: The wildland-urban interface areas in northern Monrovia are highly vulnerable to wildfires due to dense vegetation, steep terrain, and prolonged drought conditions.
Brad Haugaard
President's Day closures, adjustments
City Hall, Public Works, Library, and Police and Fire administration offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16 for President's Day. Also, no street sweeping Feb. 16-20. Waste collection will continue on its regular schedule.
Brad Haugaard
Police and fire associations now collecting for MHS student who lost parents
Monrovia Fire and Police Officers associations are accepting Venmo donations at @MFFA2415 for Monrovia High School Meagan Cisneros, who lost both parents in the past two months. There is also a GoFundMe page for Megan, here, which has so far raised $48,540 of the target $50,000
- Brad Haugaard
Coming Up in Monrovia
Valentine's Day carriage rides from Library Park Feb. 14
Year of the Horse celebration, Feb. 17
Parks and youth sports fundraiser, Feb. 19
Teen Game Hangout at the Library, Feb. 20
Lenten fish fry at Knights of Columbus, Fridays, Feb. 20 to Apr. 3
Food Ed to bestow Golden Gnomie Awards, Feb. 20
Electric guitar for beginners, Feb. 21
Workshop on preserving fresh citrus, Feb. 21
Black History Month events, Feb. 21, 22
Hum Out Loud poetry reading Feb. 24
Monrovia High to screen math documentary, March 10
New exhibit coming on 'How Transportation Shaped Monrovia,' April 30
- Brad Haugaard
City has much bigger than expected surplus; Council to consider giving itself a raise
~ Receive the 2025-26 Budget Update, which says that the city is in pretty good financial shape. It was expecting a surplus of $870,000 but ended up with a surplus of $2.63 million, although $1.06 million of that was from a lawsuit settlement over per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances, long-lasting chemical contaminants.
Also, the report says that while "the city remains in a stable financial position, uncertainty persists in the broader economy," specifically referring to tariffs, federal funding freezes, and changes in federal enforcement activities. Details.
~ Consider giving itself (and the city clerk and city treasurer) a cost of living increase for last year and this year, from $1,275 to $1,359 per month. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Stinkin Crawfish
Dinner at Stinkin’ Crawfish, on the north side of Colorado about a half block east of Myrtle. Got a half pound of shrimp for $12.25, with an egg for $1.75, and coleslaw for $2.95, plus a beer for $6.75. Messy eating out of the bag, but very good.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Catalytic converter thieves spotted but escape; Attempted home break-in foiled; Statewide theft suspects arrested; Missing person arrested; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for February 5 - 11, 2026. 568 calls for service, 96 investigations, 0 mental evaluations, 7 traffic collisions, 19 arrests. - Brad Haugaard]
FEBRUARY 5
Municipal Code Violation / Drug Offense – Suspects Arrested
At 3:26 a.m., while patrolling the 300 block of S. Myrtle, officers saw three subjects in a park after hours. One subject was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested, cited, and released at the scene. A second subject was also arrested, cited, and released at the scene. A third subject had been cited multiple times for being in the park after hours. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Weapon Offense / Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 3:38 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Myrtle and Mountain saw a bicyclist commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and the bicyclist was contacted. An investigation revealed he was in possession of a fixed blade knife and a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 8:55 a.m., an officer was flagged down in the 900 block of W. Foothill regarding a theft at a business. Officers located the suspect a short distance way. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
At 4:23 p.m., a family disturbance was reported in the 100 block of W. Colorado. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. An investigation revealed a female resident battered her spouse. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Public Intoxication
At 5:44 p.m., a caller in the 100 block of N. Canyon reported a subject lying on the ground. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. An investigation revealed he was heavily intoxicated and unable to care for himself. He was transported to a hospital for medical treatment.
Shoplifting
At 7:09 p.m., an officer responded to a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding a shoplifting incident. An investigation revealed a female subject entered the business, concealed merchandise and left without paying. This investigation is continuing.
FEBRUARY 6
Petty Theft – Suspect Arrested
At 12:38 a.m., a caller in the 800 block of E. Central reported a suspicious male subject at an auto dealership. Officers arrived and located the male subject in possession of stolen property. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 2:46 a.m., officers contacted a male subject to the rear of a business in the 700 block of W. Chestnut. During the contact, officers found the subject in possession of nitrous oxide with the intent to inhale it. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 3:20 a.m., an officer contacted a male subject inside a park after hours in the 1600 block of S. Myrtle. During the contact, the subject was found to be in possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. The subject was arrested.
Vandalism
At 9:04 a.m., tagging was reported on a wall in the area of the 210 freeway and Magnolia. The graffiti was photographed and an order was sent for its removal. This investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
At 9:08 a.m., an officer patrolling the 900 block of S. Primrose saw graffiti on a wall. The graffiti was photographed and an order was sent for its removal. This investigation is continuing.
Receiving Stolen Property / Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 7:35 p.m., while patrolling the 200 block of W. Pomona, an officer saw a bicyclist commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and the bicyclist was contacted. He was found to be in possession of stolen property and a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Trespass / Vehicle Tampering – Suspect Arrested
At 10:34 p.m., officers responded to a dealership in the 700 block of E. Central regarding a suspicious male subject checking door handles. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. He was arrested and taken into custody after an infestation was conducted.
FEBRUARY 7
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 4:45 a.m., while patrolling the 300 block of W. Huntington officers saw a suspicious male subject near a closed restaurant and made contact with him. An investigation revealed he was in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Vandalism
At 9:39 a.m., a caller in the 1200 block of S. Shamrock reported a vandalism incident. The graffiti was photographed and an order was sent for its removal. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
At 1:14 p.m., a victim in the 100 block of S. Mountain reported that her vehicle window was shattered and a bag was taken. This investigation is continuing.
Theft – Suspects Arrested
At 3:09 p.m., an employee from a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a shoplifting in progress. Officers arrived and made contact with the suspects. An investigation revealed two female subjects stole merchandise and fled without paying. It was determined they were both involved in numerous thefts throughout the state. They were arrested, cited, and released at the scene.
Vandalism
At 5:23 p.m., a resident in the 500 block of Falling Leaf Alley reported graffiti in a parking structure. Officers arrived and submitted an order for removal. This investigation is continuing.
FEBRUARY 8
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 1:28 a.m., while patrolling the 1600 block of S. Myrtle officers saw two subjects in a park after hours and made contact with them. An investigation revealed one of the subject’s was in possession of drug paraphernalia and the other was in possession of a controlled substance. They were both arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
At 4:17 a.m., a caller in the area of Concord and Alta Vista reported two male subjects underneath a parked vehicle sawing off a catalytic converter. The subjects were gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.
FEBRUARY 9
Attempt Burglary
At 1:22 a.m., a resident in the 800 block of Ocean View reported three subjects attempted to break into his home. Officers arrived and discovered that the suspects fled when the resident yelled at the suspects. This investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft
At 2:41 p.m., a loss prevention officer for a business in the 700 block of Huntington reported a male subject entered and fled with merchandise. Officers arrived and were unable to locate the subject. This investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
At 5:47 p.m., a victim in the 700 block Royal Oaks reported an unknown subject damaged his vehicle’s windshield. This investigation is continuing.
FEBRUARY 10
No significant incidents to report.
FEBRUARY 11
Attempted Residential Burglary – Suspects Arrested
At 4:28 a.m., officers were dispatched to an apartment complex in the 200 block of W.
Pomona regarding two subjects attempting to break into a security room. Officers arrived and located both subjects. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Vehicle Burglary
At 1:06 p.m., a victim in the 100 block of W. Cherry reported a vehicle burglary. This
investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft
At 2:45 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of N. Magnolia reported that a neighbor took
fencing from his property and used it on his property. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
At 5:42 p.m., a vehicle theft was reported by a resident in the 100 block of N. Myrtle. This
investigation is continuing.
Trespass / Missing Person Located – Suspects Arrested
At 6:43 p.m., officers were dispatched to a vacant residence in the 200 block of Fig.
Officers arrived and made contact with a male and female subject inside. A computer search revealed the female subject had been reported missing. They were both arrested and taken into custody and she was removed from the missing person system.
Get bottle deposit refunds now at Foothill Unity Center
- Brad Haugaard
New exhibit coming on 'How Transportation Shaped Monrovia,' April 30
The Monrovia Historical Museum will be unveiling a new exhibit called "Engines of Change... How Transportation Shaped Monrovia on April 30 from 4-6 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Raising Cane's donates $15,589 for dog rescue
Raising Cane’s donates $15,589 to Pup Culture Rescue at its Monrovia restaurant.
Raising Cane's donated $15,589 to Pup Culture Rescue yesterday from proceeds from its sold-out Plush Puppy campaign from 26 area Raising Cane's restaurants. The Pasadena-based nonprofit will use the funds for spay and neuter services, vaccinations, microchips, food, and shelter for about 50 dogs each month.
The local campaign was part of a nationwide effort that raised $500,000, including $100,000 for BISSELL Pet Foundation and support for nearly 200 pet welfare groups. Raising Cane’s said the annual promotion has generated more than $10 million for animal causes since 2006.
- Brad Haugaard
Seeds of Hope luncheon honors community heroes
Foothill Unity Center will honor community heroes at its Seeds of Hope luncheon at Courtyard Marriott, Mar. 26, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The program includes harp music, a plated lunch, and honoree recognition. Proceeds support neighbors in need. Admission $45; sponsorships from $450 to $5,000. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Rolo is confident, bold, playful ... and just a bit silly
Rolo is basically a box of chocolates — where you’ll never stop being delighted, and every moment is pure sweetness! This 2-year-old German Shepherd mix at Pasadena Humane is affectionate to his core. He’s confident, bold, playful, and just the right amount of silly. A foster field trip favorite, Rolo has an amazing demeanor whether he’s cuddling close to you or heading out for a 5-mile hike (yes, 5 miles!). Around town, he’s a perfect gentleman: he loves strolling through Old Town Pasadena, popping into a dog bakery for a sweet treat, making new doggy friends, and sniffing around Huntington Ambassador Park while keeping an eye on those funny squirrels.
Rolo is guaranteed to make your heart melt. He truly seems in love with life and is ready to share that love with his forever person. Fall head over heels this weekend during Pasadena Humane’s Swipe Right Adoption promotion, happening February 13–15, where all adoptions (including Rolo’s) are just $14. Skip the candy and treat yourself to something even sweeter - adopt Rolo and make this Valentine’s one to remember!
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
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