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THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 - AUGUST 12, 2009 VOLUME 14, NO. 32

New State Budget Costs Local Cities BY MORGAN CARPENTER

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Record Crowd Packs Rose Bowl as Galaxy Face Euro Champs Full story on page 12

National Night Out Celebrated in Local Communities

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The 26th Annual National Night Out (NNO), a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW), was held Tuesday, August 4, 2009 around the United States. Texas, however, will celebrate on October 6th, 2009. Each year the National Night Out campaign involves citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations

TROUBLED TIMES FOR PRIVATE SCHOOLS? Ha s t he econom ic downturn hit education, private education harder than anticipated? The parking lot is completely void of cars at the Montecito Fine Arts College on Huntington Drive in Monrovia. The reason is unclear and no one seems to be willing to talk about it. A typed sign on the door of the short-lived Montecito College of Fine Arts and Design in Monrovia reads: All Montecito Classes and Campuses are still closed until further notice. We will not reopen in Au-

The Sierra Madre community has been privileged to participate in the annual Tournament of Roses Parade since 1917. This year’s entry, “California Girls,” recognizes the beauty, fun and excitement of the California ocean experience as the float sails down Colorado Blvd on New Year’s Day. California Girls features

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The trial of Mark Colasuonno has been continued once again. Originally set for July 30 it was continued to August 5 and has now been continued to August 11. It is still set for trial in Department E in Pasadena of the Los Angeles Superior Court before Judge Teri Schwartz. Although the trial is set to begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, the court has ten days to actually begin the trial which may also be sent to another courtroom for adjudication. Mark Colasuonno known locally as the former Tax Doc-

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Arcadia - $1,202,358 Arcadia Redevelopmen Agency - $1,547,696 Monrovia - $847,421 Monrovia Redevelopment Agency - $2,551,385 Pasadena - $4,588,400 Pasadena Community Development Commission - $10,843,529 Sierra Madre - $319,926 Temple City - $481,751 Temple City Community Redevelopment Agency - $329,837 Every county and city

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Sierra Madre Rose Float Association Seeks Help for 2010 Float

gust as previously thought. Please stand-by until further notice.” The notice goes on to say (in hurried, handwritten magic marker) that anyone can call (626) 833-7437. The Monrovia Weekly’s numerous attempts to call this number went unreturned. The founder, Ed Kuckelkorn (as he likes to be called), was not available for comment at press time. Montecito Fine Arts C ol lege of Des ig n w a s founded in 1977 as an atelier, a studio providing fine

and local officials from over 15,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide. In all, over 37 million people participated in National Night Out 2008. Statistics for this year have yet to be compiled, but they look to be of a similar vein. The community program is designed to: heighten crime and drug prevention aware-

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The state has finally come to an agreement and now has a balanced budget. But to what cost to the cities in San Gabriel Valley? California will be taking 2 billion from cities and counties through property tax revenues, plus $1.7 billion from local redevelopment agencies by suspending Prop 1A. Prop 1A was passed in 2004 to protect property tax revenues of local governments. Under Prop 1A, the state is allowed to borrow local government property taxes on the condition that they be paid back within three years and with interest. Prop 1A cannot be suspended more than twice in ten years, and cannot be suspended the

second time unless all previously borrowed funds are completely repaid. The following figures are the estimated amount that will be borrowed this fiscal year:

a sailboat, two windsurfers, and a large sun. The f loat will be approx. 26 ft. tall, 42 ft. long and 16 ft. wide. The sailboat will ride upon an ocean of over 10,000 irises, roses and carnations. The bow spray will feature white roses and white phalaenopsis orchids. There will be seven “Califor-

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Mini Madoff Trial Delayed Yet Again BY SUSAN MOTANDER

tor has been charged with Grand Theft by embezzlement. This charge was enhanced with the allegation that more than $100,000 was stolen. Colasuonno is alleged to have embezzled money from clients of his tax preparation firm by illegally investing and losing money entrusted to him. Paige Lopez, Colasuanno’s alleged victim said that the Tax Doctor started preparing his tax returns in the late 1990s. After several years of working with Colasuonno, Lopez said that in approximately 2008 he realized that money he had en-

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BY DOROTHY DENNE

The Ghost of Cricket Croaked (I still need a little more vacation---enjoy the sequel to The Croaked Cricket and I’ll be back anew next week.)

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Dickens had his ghost of Jacob Marley. Denne has her ghost of Cricket Croaked. Remember my Croaked Cricket? He had come into my house with some of his buddies or family members. They ensconced themselves on the ledge over my front door and French windows. Because they had invaded my domain, I went against my usually compassionate nature and powdered the little suckers. I saw no more but I one day began hearing an occasional chirp. It wasn’t a standard chirp. It kind of had the sound of being far away and yet I knew it was near. The cats and I searched the house over. We couldn’t find a thing. The chirping stopped and I gave it no more thought until darkness approached and I rolled down the shade to prepare for the night. Out fell a cricket. The poor little critter had croaked. He would chirp no more, or so I thought. That was over a year ago. I began to hear that same distant yet near sound. Sometimes it was a little more distant, sometimes a little more near. Occasionally a cat’s ear would twitch but there was no stalking or pouncing. There were no visible signs of an invader, only that now and then chirp. This went on for days. I decided it was the ghost of the croaked cricket. My concern was minimal. The chirping was intermittent. I got on with the business of life. The other night I went into the living room to read. My favorite rocking chair sits by a furnace vent directly across the room from the French windows. I sat down and reached over to click on the light. The chair rocked backward taking my gaze upward. There sitting on that ledge over the French windows was not the ghost of the croaked cricket but a line of his descendants. A scene of deja vu. I couldn’t believe it. I counted one, two, three, four....ten. A few inches of clear space then number eleven. They weren’t going anywhere. They just sat there in a straight line. Number one gyrated his antennae but no one moved, not even number eleven. It was late. I was in my nightie. Cats and husband were asleep. I decided to let the crickets have the night. When the dawn and I arose the line-up was gone. I hope they reurned to their outer domain. The boundary of my house is now ringed with the powder that did in their ancestors. The only line on my ledge is one of granules. Somewhere a cricket sings. I hope it is a ghost or soon will become one. I don’t feel guilty.

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Metro Setting Tolls for ExpressLanes Metro is putting a price ranging from 25 cents to $1.40 a mile on driving alone in carpool lanes. The tolls would be implemented in December 2010 as part of the agency’s Congestion Reduction Demonstration Project (ExpressLanes) on portions of the I-10 and I-110 freeways.

Gold Line Touted as “Model for America” U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood characterized the new Edward R. Roybal Metro Gold Line Eastside Extension and its positive impact on the community a “model for America” following a recent tour. The six-mile rail extension nearing completion will connect Union Station with Little Tokyo, the Arts District, Boyle Heights and East LA.

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Extinction of Our Great American Life Style

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If this past year is any indication of things to come, our Great American Lifestyles may surely be nearing extinction. Our everyday lifestyles are drastically being changed. Our Basic Living costs are soaring and unemployment is at an all time high. Family recreational driving is in jeopardy. Think of it, being jubilant if we can find gas prices lower than three dollars a gallon. Homeland Security has us being treated as criminals in airports; our highways are in drastic need of repair. Where has all the highway money gone...we now talk of the need to place toll roads where we have enjoyed freedom from that form of taxation. We need to Voice Our Opinions on taxation and the unbridled spending by the politicians who cater to those special interest groups, which keep them in office. Government Intrusion is rampantly taking charge of Private Industry with unprecedented speed, expense and controls. And now we have Legislation endlessly proposing “Out of Control Taxation”. These changes have this mighty Country griped at its financial Jugular Vein. The ongoing “T.E.A. Parties” (Taxed Enough Already) being held by concerned citizens throughout the country are an exciting indication that America’s Silent Voices are now starting to be heard. Fiscal spending must be reduced. The negative outcries should be directed to those politicians who apparently do not believe that cutting spending is the answer… instead of inflicting more taxes. Spending cuts are the only acceptable alternatives to balancing our fiscal budgets. Why shouldn’t we expect to enjoy the Great American Lifestyles, as we once knew them? What has become of the dedicated statesman? Where is that great pride to be our best? What became of that do or die nature that made this country as great as she has been? This country was unequaled in industrial might, scientific genius and know-how creativity; all of these attributes were drawn from within our own country. Unemployment was minimal. It is unbelievable to see how many industries and jobs that we have moved to other countries. Now, we accept corporate dishonesty, Power Company malaise and brownouts, Water Company rationing unprecedented government spending and the continuously increasing taxation, as normal in our lives.

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Op-Ed:

SCAG Decision Should Not be Based on Scare Tactics and Misinformation addresses social equity, fair share housing needs. “ An item on an upcoming More on RHNA from Sierra Madre City Council the SCAG website: “Every city meeting agenda has caught my and county in California must attention, and I suspect posadopt a comprehensive “gensibly the attention of many of eral plan” to govern its land the readers of this newspaper. use and planning decisions. The Council is being asked to All planning and development consider whether or not Sierra actions must be consistent with Madre should continue its the general plan. The general membership in the Southern plan housing element must California Association of Govbe periodically updated using ernments, (SCAG). the latest RHNA allocation According to SCAG’s plan. A housing element must website, “Over the past four first include an assessment decades, the Southern Caliof the locality’s existing and fornia Association of Govfuture housing needs. This ernments has evolved as the assessment must include the largest of nearly 700 councils community’s “fair share” reof government in the United gional housing needs allocaStates, functioning as the Mettion (RHNA) for all income ropolitan Planning Organizagroups (very low, low, modertion for six counties: Los Angeate and above moderate) as les, Orange, San Bernardino, determined by the regional Riverside, Ventura and Council of GovernImperial. The region ments (COG). encompasses a populaThe purpose of So for a nominal membership tion exceeding 18 milthe Housing Element dues fee, Sierra Madre can par- of the General Plan is lion persons in an area of more than 38,000 ensure that every ticipate in planning its future, or to square miles. jurisdiction establishes As the designated it can choose to save that money, policies, procedures Metropolitan Planning and incentives in its and have SCAG dictate to it Organization, the Assoland use planning and ciation of Governments what it has decided Sierra Madre redevelopment activis mandated by the ities that will result federal government to is going to do (or not do). Seems in the maintenance research and draw up expansion of the kind of like a no-brainer, right? and plans for transportahousing supply to adtion, growth manage- Why should we surrender our op- equately house housement, hazardous waste holds currently living management, and air portunity to provide input into the and expected to live quality. Additional in that jurisdiction. future of this region? mandates exist at the When a local governstate level.” ment fails to adopt So, assuming an updated housing they’ve stated who they are to provide input into the future element, or adopts an element accurately (and I have no of this region? that does not comply with the reason to believe they would But it’s not that simple, law, the general plan is invalid misstate this information in because of SCAG’s role in and a local government may such a highly public forum), implementing the Regional not proceed to make land use that means that as a member, Housing Needs Assessment decisions or approve developSierra Madre is able to have (RHNA) program. According ment until it has adopted a some say in the “research to the SCAG website: “The Re- valid housing element. “ and drawing up of plans for gional Housing Needs AssessFor this reason, the City transportation, growth man- ment (RHNA) is mandated by recently conducted a Housagement, hazardous waste State Housing Law as part of ing Element Workshop, to get management and air quality” the periodic process of updat- input from the residents. Some for the Los Angeles metro- ing local housing elements of folks seem to have the mispolitan region. Conversely, the General Plan. The RHNA taken impression that RHNA I would assume that if we are quantifies the need for housing requires growth, when it is in not members, that means that within each jurisdiction during fact, just a tool to be used in these decisions will be made specified planning periods. planning for potential growth. without any input from Sierra The current planning period Whether it is because they Madre, and the residents of Si- is January 1, 2006 to June 30, have a mistaken impression erra Madre will have dictated 2014. Communities use the that growth is required, or they to them what SCAG has deter- RHNA in land use planning, just don’t want to allow for the mined will be done, based on prioritizing local resource allo- possibility of growth, or for its federal mandate. cation, and in deciding how to whatever reason, a movement Also from the SCAG address identified existing and has sprung up that is trying to website: “The fundamental future housing needs resulting have us pull out of SCAG, so question of why SCAG was from population, employment that, in theory, we will not as a created is best answered in and household growth. The City be required to plan housthe words of Ventura County RHNA does not necessarily ing per the RHNA program. Supervisor John Montgomery encourage or promote growth, But here’s the thing: RHNA back in 1966, who said, ‘Re- but rather allows communities is an assessment process pergional planning is not a matter to anticipate growth, so that formed periodically as part of if, but rather when and who. collectively the region and of the Housing Element and Regional planning must come subregion can grow in ways General Plan updates at the via cooperation and mutual that enhance quality of life, im- local level. The enforcement assistance. Regional planning prove access to jobs, promotes of the RHNA obligation lies will (either) be accomplished transportation mobility, and Continued on 22 BY BILL COBURN

through local governments working together or by big brother mandates from state and national governments.’” Our neighbors, small and large are all members: Bradbury, Arcadia, Duarte, Monrovia, Pasadena, Azusa, El Monte, La Canada/ Flintridge, Rosemead, San Marino, South Pasadena, all have joined the nearly 150 city members of SCAG. The only area city that is not a member of SCAG is Temple City. So for a nominal membership dues fee, Sierra Madre can participate in planning its future, or it can choose to save that money, and have SCAG dictate to it what it has decided Sierra Madre is going to do (or not do). Seems kind of like a no-brainer, right? Why should we surrender our opportunity

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Community Concerts in the Park Aug. 6 to Aug. 12 Arcadia Aug. 6 Cold Duck with Top 40 tunes has been around and have a good following. See them in their return engagement here in Arcadia. Members are Jose A. Cuadra, trumpet, percussion, lead vocals; Gene Chavez, trumpet; Saul Chavez, bass; Tony Mason, sax; Ray Ortega, drums; Gregory Smith, keyboard; Jeff Way, trombone; Eddie Estrada, guitar. Arcadia Concerts in the Park are at City Hall West Lawn, Arcadia, on Huntington Dr., at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Augh. 6. Come on, let’s dance! Bring your picnic, blankets and chairs. Free.

Pasadena Aug. 8 Mariachi Divas, Grammy winning female mariachi ensemble, the personification of charm of old Mexico at Pasadena’s Levitt Pavilion at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Aug 8. The Levitt Pavilion is in Memorial Park, Old Pasadena. Free.

Sierra Madre Aug. 9 Aluminum Marshmallow returns to Sierra Madre’s Concerts in the Park with its 60’s and 70’s rock through influences from The Beatles, Chicago and Allman Brothers Band. Sierra Madre Kiwanis Club and Friends of the Library sponsor. The show starts sharply at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9 in Memorial Park, Sierra Madre at the bandshell. Bring your picnic, blankets and chairs. Free.

Temple City, Aug. 12 The Funky Hippeez, a quintet devoted to 70’s and 80’s rock, disco, funk, pop, R&B, Top 40 are on, as they say, at Temple City’s Concert in the Park at the Performing Arts Pavilion in Temple City Park on Las Tunas Dr. The show, Wednesday, Aug. 12, starts at 7:00 p.m. but the fun starts at 6:30 p.m. with Shape-Up TC, 50/50 raffles and of course your neighbors. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, enjoy the food, beverages and snacks available.

Crossword THEWEEKLY

48.Activities 50.French 101 verb 51.News letters 52.Russian space station 54.Not joined 61.Winglike parts 63.Pertaining to sound 64.Gaelic language of Ireland or Scotland 65.Suffragist Carrie 66.Author Zola 67.___ bene 68.Baby blues 69.Hydrocarbon suffix 70.Bibliography abbr.

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Across 1.Ailments of body or society 5.Large body of water 8.Burden 12.Debatable 13.Old sailors 15.Swift 16.Pearl Mosque city 17.Writer Loos 18.”Chicken of the sea” 19.Chance 22.Express 23.Computer key

24.Subterfuge 26.Calls on 29.Peace salutation 31.May honoree 32.Bonkers 34.Computer key 36.Intentions 38.Intervening, in law 40.Locale 41.Biscuitlike quick bread 43.Indiana’s state flower 45.Actor Beatty 46.Decrees

1.Apple product 2.Nike’s swoosh, e.g. 3.Bereft 4.Declares 5.Squealed 6.”Night” author Wiesel 7.Env. notation 8.Frequently 9.Nauseous 10.Annapolis sch. 11.Remain 13.Sacred place 14.Pelvic bones 20.The doctor ___ 21.Christmas 25.Lacking

44.Exclamation of fright 47.Keyed up 49.Creed of Christianity 52.Clublike weapon 53.Now ___ me down... 55.Deep unconscious state 56.Getting ___ years 57.Egypt’s river 58.Horse’s gait 59.This, in Tijuana 60.Distribute cards 62.Aliens, for short;

26.Communication medium 27.Excessive 28.Paces 29.Church council 30.Doles (out) 31.Barker and Bell 33.Half a fly 35.Roulette bet 37.Agitated state 39.Proclaim 42.Beige

Sudoku

Or, “the numbers must occur only once”

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Last Week’s Solution

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Fill the 9 X 9 grid so that each column, each row, and each of the nine 3 X3 regions contain the digits from 1 to 9 only once each. Solutions run the following week.

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ART OF LIVING

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Storyboard illustrations of the ride done by Natalie Berger

Arcadia Resident Competes in Disney ImagiNations Natalie Berger Dreams Up New Ride for Disney Imagineering Competition BY KYLE KHANDIKIAN Arcadia resident Natalie Berger recently participated in the 18th annual Walt Disney Imagineering ImagiNations Design Competition, which challenges young artistic minds to design new and innovative Disney attractions that could even be made real by Disney. Berger, 23, and her team presented a new ride idea to a panel of Disney Imagineering executives on June 9, and were selected as one of three finalists who were brought to Imagineering’s headquarters in Glendale for a 10 day, all-expense-free stay, where they completed the designs for their prototype, and vied for a coveted internship with Imagineering. “It was the most exhausting and exciting thing I’ve experienced,” said Natalie. “I don’t remember a time when I wasn’t doing art. As a child my parents gave me colors and I was always painting, possibly to keep me busy, but I really liked it. In high school I got involved in animation and later at Cal State Fullerton I got in illustration.” It was at Cal State Fullerton that Natalie and her future teammates, Ben Matsuya and Calixto Ortiz, learned about the ImagiNations Competition during a conference Disney set up for students. “Two others from Fullerton had participated in the competition in the past, so Disney really wanted some more from the same pool. I met Calixto through Ben, who said our artistic talents would get along well.” The team eventually added

a fourth member to their trio, an imaginary character named Otto, the protagonist of their new thrill ride, “Operation SNAP: Destination Dragon.” “Before I got into the whole process of coming up with an attraction, everyone at Fullerton talked about doing hotels, and restaurants, and such. But I wanted to flesh out a story, and a ride is what fulfilled that desire.” And out of that story came Otto, who according to Natalie is a crypto zoologist with six last names who is not very good at his job. “Otto has been trying for years to prove to the public that creatures like Big Foot and the Loch Ness Monster exist, but he’s had no luck.” “When we were first pitching our ideas, we thought about having the ride set in Asia, most are always set in Africa and such. But nothing really didn’t come together until we found that character (Otto).” “By the end of those 10 days Otto was a real person to us. We talked about what he would do, and what he wouldn’t do, it was great. Otto was a collaborative effort which we just snowballed all together.” In Operation SNAP (Society of Natural and Artificial Phenomena) riders are set for a thrill ride in China, in the professor’s wildlife preserve, on a hunt for a mystical Chinese dragon. “Guests would be meant to think that nothing is going to happen as Otto has everything rigged and set up, with fake animals and monsters, all to get attention and publicity. But in the end they find this dragon, so it’s all great.”

Disney Imagineering was originally founded in 1952 by Walt Disney himself, and was intended to develop theme park designs. It is the driving force of Disney’s entertainment venues worldwide. Today, the ImagiNations Competition offers design and art students the opportunity to work with Disney and learn from the best in creativity and imaginations. “During those 10 days, we got back stage tours, meetings, interviews. It was nonstop.” “Imagineers,” as called by Disney, must create new forms of entertainment, from restaurants, shows, rides, to even entire theme parks. All participants, 130 this year from around the world, were considered for internship positions with Disney. Natalie was fortunate enough to acquire one of those internships. “Right now I’m working as an intern for Disney, working on graphics and design for California Adventure’s Cars Land.” Cars Land is a new, twelve-acre project currently under construction at California Adventure. It is inspired by Disney’s successful animated film, CARS. Frank Reifsnyder from Imagineering Media Relations, explained to us the parks newest future installment. “Cars Land is a new area of the park that will feature 3 new attractions based on the CARS movie setting, Radiator Springs.” Cars Land is set to open in 2012 at Disney’s California Adventure in Anaheim, California.

An Evening of Rhythm & Romance with Kenny G Methodist Hospital to Present Renowned Musician at Annual Crystal Ball The romantic jazz melodies of Grammy award winning saxophonist Kenny G will fill the air at Methodist Hospital Foundation’s 20th annual gala fundraiser Crystal Ball, “An Evening of Rhythm and Romance,” to be held Saturday, October 10, at the newly renovated Pasadena Convention Center. Kenny G states, “I’m honored to be a part of this wonderful evening. To be able to play my music and at the same time, help raise money for such a worthy cause is truly a blessing. And I’m sure we will all have a great time too!” “Kenny G’s music is all about ‘Rhythm and Romance,’ which fits perfectly into the event’s theme,” says Jill Boli who, along with Patty Wondries, is co-chairing the event. “His remarkable ability to play smooth jazz music as well as spicy Latin sounds on his saxophone will add a note of elegance and class to the event. And the early feedback we’ve been receiving from the community has been outstanding, so we

encourage people to get their tickets early as the Crystal Ball will likely sell out again this year.” “Jill and I were looking for something a little different for this year’s Crystal Ball and we felt that Kenny G was a great choice,”

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Mini Madoff Trial Delayed Yet Again trusted to Colasuonno was not invested in an “annuity” as he had been lead to believe. He also discovered that the money was gone. Colasuonno was arraigned and after a preliminary hearing, a Superior Court Judge found that there was sufficient evidence to face trial. As a condition of his release without bail, Colasuonno was ordered not to prepare taxes or create another LLC.

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Corn Soup My husband said this past weekend that he was either going to turn into a tomato or an ear of corn. I do get carried away this time of year when the fruits and vegetables at the markets are so juicy and inviting. Notice I said markets, not market. That’s because it becomes my obsession to find all the beautiful produce in town, even if it means driving here, there and everywhere for that perfect ear of sweet corn. Indeed, I’ve mentioned before that I think nothing of buying a bushel of corn and using it to try out new recipes until the family screams for a vegetable vacation or at least a variation! Can you imagine? My latest bushel of corn has been roasted, creamed, fried, and even frozen away for the postharvest season doldrums. This week, I found a recipe for sweet corn soup that I had added to the family archives after finding it in the 2007 “Our Best Recipes” issue of Southern Living magazine. Since 2007 was a good year, at least for the stock markets, I decided to try it with my remaining six ears of corn. The recipe called for the addition of a pound of crab, but I decided to substitute chicken for last night’s dinner, hoping to keep the dish budget friendly, and thus more suited for 2009!

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berry cobbler for dessert, just so there were no complaints about too many vegetables. But it’s always fun to tease mom, so even though everyone sincerely enjoyed the soup, I still several experts always on hand to do just that. They sure will miss me one day when I decide to load the refrigerator with microwave meals instead of cooking. But I don’t think they’re too worried that will happen, at least not as long as I can still get to the markets for fresh summer vegetables!

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AtoZDining American Fare Cameron’s Seafood With porthole shaped mirrors and wall-mounted fish (sorry, no singing ones) giving this place the classic feel of a seaside fish camp, you’re sure to forget you’re an hour from the coast. Dine in or take home cuts from the seafood market. 1978 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 793-FISH Shrimp House Casual, comfortable, simple, and family operated for over 48 years. If you’re tired of the typical chain dining experience, give the little guy a try! Daily hand-breaded, huge Jumbo Shrimp will haunt your taste buds for the rest of your days. Soon you will join generations of Shrimp House fanatics. It’s seafood you will crave. Shrimp, fish filets, steaks, chicken, salads, and food to go. 4488 E. Live Oak Ave, Arcadia (626) 445-6369, (626) 448-8742, www. originalshrimphouse.net

California Cuisine Picasso’s Café, Bakery & Catering Co. Try our upscale fast casual gourmet Restaurant and Bakery, conduct business in Picasso’s Private Dining Rooms, or explore other fresh food choices with our Corporate Catering division. Celebrating 20 Years of Business, and Awarded San Gabriel Valley’s Small Business of the Year 2008, we are focused on providing quality food products and events, consistent service, and competitive prices. Experience our ever-growing selection of menus, services, presentation styles, and creativity; at Picasso’s, Great Food is a true “work of art!” Catering Available 24/7 at www.picassoscafe.com or (626) 9696100. 6070 N. Irwindale Ave., Suite A-D Irwindale, CA

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La Petite France Bakery Not just cakes and desserts but a plethora of choices not even on the menu! Just ask for Chef Daniel and he will immediately come up with catering ideas from breakfast, lunch to a sumptuous cavalcade of home-cooked Mediterranean cuisine. 411 E. Huntington Dr. Arcadia, (626) 445-0392. Patticakes: The Dessert Company Located in Altadena and featuring such heavenly and huge dessert delights as: Truffle dark chocolate flourless cake with dark chocolate truffle cream finished with chocolate curls. Or if that’s not quite your cup of tea, try their old fashion four layers of Devil’s Food chocolate cake with a white chocolate mousse center. Glazed with dark chocolate ganache. 1900 North Allen, Altadena (626) 794-1128

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Pad Thai You can’t go wrong with the namesake dish at this colorful place with pink booths, bright blue table cloths and red napkins. The garlic pepper mushroom entrée is a favorite among vegetarians. 3500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 568-9288 President Thai Spacious, elegantly attired where hospitality reigns and classic cuisine rules. Wide range of selections from apps to entrees and unique specials. 498 S. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 578-9814

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on page 24.) In one essay, she presents a funny, grave list of concerns about our preoccupation with cosmetic plastic surgery. In another, she lampoons young women who eschew political awareness and engagement. The most joyful and giggle-inducing pieces, though, are the ones about her childhood, with her joke-telling optometrist father and her earnest psychologist mother. As the baby of the family, she’s a kid falling in love with a wonderful world. For starters, a ticket to the Beatles at Shea Stadium, backyard bbqs with parents who tell jokes and always get a laugh, of working at dad’s office in the city and having lunch at the Automat. And that’s just elementary school! Leifer says she always loved to work, and better for us, could always find the joke in any situation. When finally making enough money but too busy to fly home to see her folks, she offered them firstclass airplane tickets. “Carol!” her incredulous father proclaimed. “First class? We’re not even drinkers!”

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Proceeds from the 2009 Crystal Ball, “An Evening of Rhythm & Romance with Kenny G,” will benefit the Campaign for Methodist Hospital, supporting the hospital’s plan to create The Next Generation of Care. A new patient tower is under construction that will house advanced medical technology and information systems to provide exceptional patient care in a healing environment. Individuals and companies wishing to obtain more information about sponsorships and tickets for “An Evening of Rhythm & Romance with Kenny G” can contact Gloria Rico, special events manager, at (626) 821-2340 or crystal-

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pack a picnic lunch as there are picnic areas at each location. The winery does have some cheese plates for sale as well. This park was the retirement residence of William S. Hart, a cowboy actor and director of the silent film era. The home mansion he built in 1921 contains an extensive collection of Western Art including work of Charlie Russell and Frederic Remington. There are also Hart’s mementos of early Hollywood. The house is open for unguided tours. Upon Hart’s death, the Horseshoe Ranch and his mansion were left to Los Angeles County and consists of 265 acres. Both the ranch house and the Hart residence are open to the public at no charge. An assortment of animals resides at Hart Park, including a small herd of bison which were a gift from the Walt Disney Studios in 1962.

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William S. Har t Ranch (www.hartmuseum. org) 24151 Newhall Avenue, Newhall, CA Please call 661254-4584 for more information. Summer Hours: Wednesday Sunday 11 am to 4 pm (last tour at 3:30 pm). Labor Day to MidJune: Wednesday - Friday, 10 am to 1 pm (last tour at 12:30), Saturday - Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm (last tour at 3:30 pm). Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Ag ua D ulce Vine yards (www.aguadulcevineyards.com) 9640 Sierra Highway, Agua Dulce, California 91390 Tel: 661-268-7402. Wine tasting is conducted daily, from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. The cost is $7.00 per person and includes tasting of up to five of their wines. Group tours and tastings are also available for groups larger than 12 adults. It includes the wine tasting in a private room and guided tours by staff. The Group Winery Tour, VIP Tasting, and wonderful cheese platter is $15 per person. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more installments to our end of summer stay-cation series.

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Madame Tussauds Opens in Hollywood

Beyonce, Britney Spears, Johnny Depp, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie...are waiting for you at the Hollywood Wax Museum and no they are not real.

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I almost kissed Angelina Jolie. And even though Brad Pitt stood a foot away, I didn’t care. I felt a spark between myself and the academy award-winning actress. I think it was the twinkle in her eyes. But alas, our lips never met, which was probably for the best. For one thing, she wasn’t real. Like Pitt and the more than 100 other celebrities found at the new Madame Tussauds attraction in Hollywood, she was made of wax. Besides, a kiss could have landed me in a psych ward. So after composing myself I continued my tour of the $55 million dollar museum, which opened next to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on August 1st. Near Brad and Angelina, I found Johnny Depp wearing a hat, inviting me to pose next to him for the paparazzi. Like Jolie, his figure is incredibly, eerily real. I looked directly into his face and honestly could not tell he was a fake. I guess this is what separates Madame Tussauds from other wax museums. No wonder it takes hundreds of hours and roughly $300,000 to create each model. Mov i ng on I waved to Beyoncé, Jennifer Aniston, Penelope Cruz, Britney Spears, Elton John, and Justin Timberlake. The latter is another must-see duplicate with incredible detail and life-like qualities. From here, I took the elevator from the third floor to the second, where I entered the “Spirit of Hollywood” area. Here I met a dancing

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, a smiling Clark Gable, and Howard Hughes, whose eyes seemed to follow me into the “Westerns” exhibit. Standing guard at the front of this area is Paul Newman and Robert Redford in their “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” outfits. Next to them is Clint Eastwood squinting with a cigar in his mouth and John Wayne with a patch over one eye. I then encountered a bearded Charlton Heston from “Then Ten Commandments” looking down upon Katharine Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart, who were recreating a scene from the African Queen. Near here I sat on a park bench next to Forrest Gump and then found Steve McQueen preparing for “The Great Escape,” Dustin Hoffman pondering Mrs. Robinson as “The Graduate,” and a tall James Stewart in a snowy scene from “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Next, comedian Jim

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Carey pointed me backstage to the “Making Movies” section, where Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, Robin Williams and Cameron Diaz demonstrate the art of filmmaking. In the “Crime” area I asked “The Godfather,” Marlon Brando for a favor, and came face-to-face with Sir Anthony Hopkins as Hannibal Lecter, who provides a scare as he whispers shockingly to guests who stand beside him. Other must-see wax figures at Madame Tussauds include Jackie Chan, Bruce Willis, Kobe Bryant, Meryl Streep, Morgan Freeman, and Jack Nicholson. Oh and did I mention Angelina Jolie? Madame Tussauds Hollywood is located at 6933 Holly wood Blvd. Hollywood, 90028. Hours: daily at 10 AM. General admission: $25.00; Children (4-12 years old): $18.00; Seniors (60 years+): $18:00; Kids 3 free. For more info visit www. madametussauds.com

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Beacon Media and Priceless Computer are proud to present to the community the first inaugural “Digital Upgrade Grant”, a program that aims to arm local schoolchildren in need with a personal digital makeover: namely, a computer. Similar to the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) project to provide cheap laptops for children in Africa, this grant will provide computers for ten local children, grades K-12, who lack adequate computer access necessary for their schoolwork. Applications for the grant are available online at Beacon Media’s five news web sites. The applications will also be available at certain locations for pickup. (See locations in adjacent ad.) The application will require an essay of approximately 500 words explaining “Why I Need a Computer.” Beacon Media’s Editor John Stephens said of the initiative, “OLPC is a wonderful idea, but what about underprivileged children in our own country, in our own towns? Without access to the wealth of information available online, how is the coming generation supposed to compete, or even keep up, academically and professionally? “The best thing about this program is that the software on these computers is free and open source. The opportunity to educate and inform the public about these resources is something that truly excites me,” said Stephens. The software suite will feature freely available open source software. Open Office will be installed, which includes word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics, and databases. Also included is a Firefox web browser. An instant messenger client will also be installed, allowing the students to access a variety of messaging services like AIM and MSN. Applications will be due Monday, August 31, whether submitted online, by mail or in person. Winners will be chosen within two weeks, and the computers will be delivered immediately afterward so that the children can utilize the computers for the new school year. Beacon Media Inc, publishes five weekly newspapers in the San Gabriel Valley and is located on 125 E. Chestnut Ave, Monrovia, 91016. Priceless Computer is located on 6913 Rosemead Blvd # B, San Gabriel, CA 91775. They can be reached at (626) 2372020.

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To Carry or not to Carry, That is the Question... a down and the total financing needed. He has stated that he might ask for a $200K second. I actually have more than $1,150,000 in the home - more like $1,300,000 with pool and landscaping. I have a $380K 1st and a $250K second. Any suggestions on how to protect myself or proceed?â&#x20AC;?

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This seller has a great winwin situation brewing. Actually, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luckier than most, because the lease tenants already demonstrate pride of ownership, which decreases management costs and hassles, maintenance and repairs. But, my guess, like his, is that the would-be buyers may have a harder time than they think getting traditional financing, even at 80% LTV (loan-to-value). The seller decided to hire me as a consultant, and it comes down to a couple of potential strategies/scenarios. He can wait and see how much of a loan they can get next year. It may be easier, it may be harder. Interest rates could remain steady, or they could be higher. Once their traditional loan

is in place, and if the lender will allow it, the seller can record a second trust deed for the difference between their down payment and the amount of their financing. This is what most people think of when it comes to seller financing, and is probably the most common seller carry back transaction, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not always the best. A relatively small second ($200K is small relative to the $1.15mil purchase price) is not considered a good investment, and has little to no value on the secondary market. Think of it like gambling . . . if you get the payments each month, you win! If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, you just walk away from the table and take your lumps. But, you do get a hefty chunk of change up front and the loans in your name are paid off, clean and simple. Alternatively, if the seller doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need a lot of cash and is willing to leave his current (and attractive) financing in place, he can create an investment partnership with the wouldbe buyers that would provide more protections for everyone involved.

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New State Budget Costs Local Cities uses its own method for allocating property tax revenues, so the impact of these borrowed funds will be felt differently in every city. Most municipal governments put property tax revenues into their General Fund, which means that most cities will have to budget less for their overall spending. Those cities who had budgeted to use the now-taken money will be hit the hardest as they scramble to find ways to limit their spending or get more revenue. Many cities and counties have said that they will challenge the state in an effort to keep their money. Monrovia’s City Manag-

er Scott Ochoa is against the state relying on city governments, saying that “all they did was pass their problems downstream.” Duarte’s Community Redevelopment Association is expected to file a lawsuit immediately. However, Sierra Madre has no intention to block the seizure of the funds, according to City Manager Elaine Aguilar. Pasadena City Manager Michael Beck hopes that L.A. County’s lawsuit against the state will be successful and result in the funds being returned to local cities. Calls to other local cities have not yet been returned.

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The seizure of redevelopment funds will result in cities forced to stop current and future redevelopment projects. These projects are critical public projects that provide construction jobs. The California League of Cities is preparing a lawsuit against the state to prevent the seizure of redevelopment funds. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor has already voted to sue the state if they pursue local redevelopment and highway taxes. All around the state people are calling the seizure of redevelopment funds illegal, a claim that was upheld in the case of CRA v. Genest.

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Sierra Madre Rose Float Association Seeks Help for 2010 Float nia Girls” sailing in the boat. The sailboat will heel side to side with the mast matching the movement. Four dolphins, covered in silver leaves, will frolic alongside the boat. The two windsurfers will also be “California Girls.” The cresting waves at the rear will feature white Spider Mums and white Dendrobium Orchids. There will be a large sun behind the sailboat that will have a corona with two counter rotating sets of rays. At the rear of the float will be five tall stately palm trees, topped with dendrobium and oncidium orchids. Skating around the float will be 12-16 professional roller skaters, again “California Girls.” The f loat will sail down Colorado Blvd. to the music of the Beach Boys, singing “California Girls.”

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BY TERRY MILLER In England and so many other countries in the world, football (a.k.a. soccer) is almost a religion. To purists, in fact, it would be considered sacrilege to call it anything but football.

Rendering of the 2010 Float

The planning, construction, decoration and fund raising for each Sierra Madre float require the hard work of dedicated community volunteers and supporters. Construction and decoration planning/preparation are now beginning. Volunteering occurs weekly on Sundays,

10a.m. to 5p.m. and Thursday nights, 6p.m.-10p.m. A lot of help from the community is needed to make this year’s rose float. For more information, please call the Barn at 626355-7005 or drop by to learn about the volunteer opportunities.

Excursion to Hollywood Bowl to Feature Diana Krall

Sierra Madreans have the opportunity to see a performance by Diana Krall at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday, August 21. The trip will begin at 6:30 pm at the Park and Ride at Arcadia County Park at 405 S. Santa Anita Ave.

Diana Krall is a Grammy award-winning artist Canadian jazz pianist and singer known for spectacular contralto vocals. The cost of the excursion is $34 per person. For more information, call 626-355-7394 or

Best Used Book Sale in Sierra Madre The Friends of the Library is having a Best Used Book Sale on Friday, August 7th from 3 to 7 pm and Saturday, August 8th from 10 am to 2 pm. The sale will take place in the Library parking lot and basement. There will be hardback fic-

If Saturday’s showing at the Rose Bowl is any measure to go by, the tide may finally be turning for the popularity of the sport here in the US. Just look at the past couple of weeks in Pasadena, for example. Two

tion and non-fiction books for $1 and paperbacks for 25 cents or 5 for $1. Everyone is encouraged to arrive early to snag the deals. The Sierra Madre Public Library is located at 440 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. For more information call 626355-7186.

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major games, bringing record numbers of fans to watch Chelsea and Inter Milan two weeks ago and just last weekend to see Beckham and LA Galaxy vs. Barcelona. With over 93,000 fans in attendance, the game was the largest attendance for a soccer game in the United States since the 1994 Word Cup. All eyes, cameras and hopes (as well as a bob or two bet) were on England’s extremely well-compensated David Beckham Saturday night. Beckham has been the draw for Los Angeles Galaxy for some time now. And the famous footballer didn’t disappoint loyal fans on Saturday at the Rose Bowl. David Beckham scored one of his masterful free kicks Saturday night in first half of the match against Barcelona. The crowd of 90,000 plus fans at the Rose Bowl was predominately pro-Barcelona

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This decorator perfect home offers 2,792 s.f. with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The lot is 12,177 s.f. and has over 50 rose bushes as well as plum, orange, peach, and lemon trees. There is a formal living room with high ceilings, cherry wood flooring, family room, a Master Suite with a newly updated bathroom, a spiral staircase leading to a loft. There is a storage room with wall-to-wall cabinets. This contemporary style home is a delight!

Guest rooms are often overlooked. They usually serve as the room where extra furniture or toys get stored, or they double as a home office. But when it comes to decorating a guest room, keep it simple. A dresser, a small chair and a bedside table will do. Don’t over decorate, but add some beautiful accessories to make the room pretty. I always provide a small tray

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Chinese Contaminants Dear Garden Gal,

With all the environmental woes coming from China, should I worry about buying garlic grown in China?

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751 Oak Crest, Sierra Madre $1,098,000 • $3,500 Lease price Imagine the possibilities! Situated on an acre of land, this famous Sierra Madre glass Pyramid home offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains, city lights and valley. The Pyramid features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 3,327 sqft and a large sunk-in fireplace. The Master Suite has a private patio & an Egyptian motif bathroom. A spiral staircase takes you to the 2nd bedroom high within the Pyramid’s peak. There is a Zen garden pond, hot tub under a pergola and a look-out point. The 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest house offers the same views and completes this property. Wouldn’t you like to own such an icon?

321 E. Grandview, Sierra Madre Offered at 1,075,000. Extraordinary in Detail – This house has a rich blend of history and craftsmanship. It was built in the 1890’s and its design reflects discriminating taste and art. The master suite is enhanced with a spectacular view from the balcony and steam sauna. You can entertain handsomely in the large country kitchen or around the saltwater pool and spa. Additional features include: family room, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2,621 sf home, 12,297 sf lot, tranquil mountain view and detached music room. If character, privacy and warmth are in your plans, this home is just right for you! Call to preview before it is too late.

1946 Alta Oaks, Arcadia Offered at $1,050,000.

Offering Arcadia Schools, this home is located is the highly desirable “Highlands” community of North Arcadia. It has been lovingly maintained for the past 44 years and was updated in 1997. The rooms are spacious and light filled. The 12,781 sf lot offers a spacious back yard with sparkling pool, mountain view, lanai and patio. The home is 2,217 sf with a family room, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 fireplaces and CA & heat. This one won’t last!

2025 Carolwood, Arcadia, Ca Offered at $1,048,000. Situated in Highland Oaks with awarding winning Arcadia Schools, this home offers: : 2,985 sq.ft. (which includes the 664 sq.ft. of basement) with a 22,440 sf lot., 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, family room, 2 fireplaces, 2-car attached garage & a 664 sf finished basement currently being used as a media room and 5th bedroom.

142 E. Mira Monte, Sierra Madre Offered at: $759,000

Located in north Sierra Madre, this home is located a short distance to the Mount Wilson hiking trail. This lovely home is located on a 10,670 sf lot and is 1,518 sf with 2 bedrooms and 1.75 baths. There is a guest quarters off the 2-car garage which has a deck and kitchenette. The home was built in 1950 and many new fabulous upgrades including new designer interior colors, dual paned windows, new roof, recessed lighting, central air & heat. It is wonderfully maintained. This one won’t stay on the market long.

285 Sturtevant Drive, Sierra Madre Offered at $689,500.

farmers markets. Often, the cheapest produce at Super King or the 99 Cent Store is affordable because it comes from unregulated locales. The hidden costs are the fuel it takes to get the product halfway around the world to your table and the unknowns in the soil it’s grown in. So garlic is just another illustration of the emerging class v. the establishment. If it’s really, really cheap, there’s a back end price somewhere. Buyer beware.

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in the market, and with much lower production costs (wages, overhead, shipping) than here in the U.S. unusually low prices may be too good to be true. While garlic is about $5 a pound at Whole Foods and 79 cents a pound for Chinese, it’s tempting to buy cheap. The price difference reflects, in part, the level of information and participation the grower supplies. When purchasing California or Mexican or Argentine garlic at upscale or

Tucked away at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains in Sierra Madre you’ll find a relaxing hide-away to come home to! The interior of this home has been freshly painted. The living room features a fireplace, is filled with natural light and is open to the kitchen.The floor plan offers 2 bedrooms and 1 ½ baths downstairs and situated upstairs is a grand master suite that features a mountain view, a fireplace, vaulted ceiling, spacious closet, and a large bath complete with soaking tub, separate shower and double sinks. The house is 2,038 s.f. and the lot is 7,029 s.f. Here is your opportunity to live in Sierra Madre!

I, too, am worried about the garlic that comes from any lightly regulated region of the world. Garlic is a root vegetable that spends all its formative time soaking up whatever’s in the soil. China has not demonstrated a responsible track record when it comes to ingestible products, like lead paints that wind up in infants’ mouths, tainted infant formula, melamine-laced dog food and toothpaste, and contaminated blood thinners. Now drywall containing gypsum mined near toxic waste sites. 75% of the world’s garlic is grown in China, compared with 2% from California. China has been known for selling below cost to gain a foothold

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Every summer, without fail, there is a steady stream of visitors to our house. This means we have a revolving door when it comes to our guest room. There is nothing more thoughtful than offering up a nice retreat for your visiting friends and family. With this in mind, and a few extra little luxuries, you will really make your guests feel like they’re right at home.

on the dresser so my visiting friends have a place to stash their jewelry and watch before they go to bed. A good reading lamp is essential in a guest room, along with a working alarm clock. They may be on vacation, but it’s always nice to know what time it is! I keep a stash of the latest magazines so they have something to read at night. Keeping a pen and paper on the nightstand is also a nice touch so your guests can jot down a quick note or idea. Save some space in the closet and keep some extra hangers on hand so your guests can put their luggage away and hang up their clothes. Also keep an empty drawer in the dresser for folded clothes; as a guest, it’s always convenient to be able to unpack your travel bag and not live out of a suitcase. Linens for the guest room should not be disregarded. Nothing is better than slip-

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This cottage has loads of curb appeal and is located just a short walk to the quaint village of Sierra Madre & Sierra Vista Park. The inviting and open floor plan will inspire you to entertain or simply have a quiet evening at home. This 1165 sq. ft. home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The lot is 6,318 sq. ft. There is a 400 sq.ft. attic which will be great for storage. The yard has been professionally landscaped and has auto sprinklers.

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ping into luxurious, pressed sheets. They will appreciate that extra step you took to ensure their comfort at night after a long day of sightseeing or catching up on old times. You don’t need a high thread count for the guest room sheets – just a set that is soft and comfortable. Also provide a good duvet and a cotton blanket (for temperature control). IKEA has wonderful duvets that last forever and are the ultimate in coziness. Your guests will love stepping out of the shower and into some clean, fluffy towels.

I like to toss a lavender packet from Trader Joe’s into the dryer so that the linens and towels smell as if they were dried outside in the south of France. As an added luxury, offer your guests a plush bathrobe, since it can be awkward to run from the bathroom to the bedroom in your towel, or to dress in a steamy bathroom. It’s also a nice gesture to provide guests with some basic toiletries – shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and bath gel. Those extra toiletries you snuck into your bag from your last hotel visit work well. But

you can also find small travel kits to place in the bathroom on a small tray. And your guests will appreciate walking into a fully stocked bathroom and leaving their travel kit in their luggage! Aside from those basic comforts, adding a few extra touches will really make your guests feel spoiled. Keep fruit and dried nuts on hand for those late night cravings. Nothing is worse than a rumbling stomach late at night when you’re visiting someone’s house! A decorative water carafe by the bedside

will also save them from a late-night run to the kitchen for water. A scented candle and a small bouquet on the nightstand is a simple extravagance that will surely make your visiting friends and family feel special. A few stems of roses or flowers from your garden can fit in a little glass on the nightstand and fill the room with a lovely aroma. Creating a retreat for your guests is simple. Is there anything better than being spoiled when you visit someone’s home?

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and, in fact, Beckham got more than his fair share of boos and jeers when in possession of the ball. The celebrity soccer star seemed to shrug it off his shoulders unlike the last time a fan heckled him—Beckham tried to have a heckler removed from the game permanently after he allegedly upset the star player. However, Beckham’s fanciful footwork, amazing speed, technique, and agility still weren’t a match for Barcelona’s main attraction. The real stars of the night were Pedro Rodriguez and Jeffren Suarez of Barcelona who scored the goals that defeated the Los Angeles Galaxy in a match that attracted record crowds. Organizers say that this was the biggest crowd the Rose Bowl has seen since 1994 world cup. “A great night for American soccer,” was the way Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber described FC Barcelona’s game at the Rose Bowl.

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Barcelona’s tour of the USA has got off to an astounding start, and the man who runs the Major League Soccer has recognized that it was an exceptional day for world soccer in the US. Don Garber was delighted with the huge crowd (93,137) that watched the Catalans (The Catalans are the native inhabitants of the former principality of Catalonia which was once a commercially flourishing and independent political entity and is now divided into the provinces of Barcelona, Tarragona, Lerida and Gerona.) Exceptional day indeed Don Gaber is convinced that events like Saturday’s can only help with the promotion of soccer in this country, which needs new blood, especially since the Beckham phenomenon has seemingly passed its expiration date. The match was the first in Barcelona’s three-game tour of the United States.

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continued success: “Give the people what they want to hear and have a good time delivering it.” With this solid experienced musicianship, it should come as no surprise that Cold Duck is renowned for

being one of the most versatile bands in existence. Cold Duck continues its tradition of excellent musicianship and groovin’ rhythms. So let’s have a good time dancing the night away, 6:30-8 p.m.

The surprise guest star at “Broadway at the Playhouse” w a s E d d i e C a n t o r ’s (remember?) granddaughter Amanda Abel belting out “Making Whoopee.” Great song. The gal has his genes.

Ann and Jerry Durgerian at the Cabaret. Both serve on the San Gabriel Valley Music Theatre board of directors. They are two of the most supportive people I have ever known.

Carolyn and Dennis Lee (always the cordial hosts) with Charlotte Streng, Dr. Heiner Vogelbach and wife Jana, enjoyed wine and buffet prepared by hospital chefs, at the garden party honoring Sue Francis.

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The big four - (l-r) hospital CEO and host Dennis Lee, honoree Sue Francis with former mayor and hospital board chair, Mickey Segal and Foundation board chair, Mike Hoover, at Aloha reception. Praise for Francis’ tenure ran high.

My colleague and longtime friend, Dorothy Cunningham, who writes for the Star, just returned from Washing ton state where she celebrated a special birthday. I called her and asked her to tell me about it. She writes: “I did not know that it would be such a grand occasion. It started early for me. I arrived a couple of days early and people came wandering in greeting me in advance with loving thoughts, etc., and the Friday night before the big Saturday blast, my brother had a huge seafood feast for 40 people who came from out of town. It was held on the lawns of his horse ranch in picture perfect weather. People came from Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and California. Every sea-

food imaginable was served from the surrounding waters of the islands in Puget Sound. A bluegrass band was swinging and after the feast, the singing began. Even the mules listened. “The next day for the big occasion, I was driven in a horse-drawn carriage (owned by my brother) to the local community hall to have 100 people greet me. They came from the original source - my parents - who had seven children and the vine kept growing from generation to generation. “What a lot of chatter, since it was an opportunity to revisit. Once again there was a day-long banquet. A video was shown of my life and, of course, guests had the opportunity to ride in my carriage.” Congratulations Dorothy.

Among the hospital and Foundation hierarchy who turned out to bid Foundation President Sue Francis â hui hou (until we meet again) at the soiree held at the Lee’s lovely home in Chapman Woods, were (l-r) John Fee, George Cassat with John and Janie Scott.

(L-r) Bobby Hundley, producing artistic director; emcee Don Lucas, the beautiful Rikko Lugo, choreographer, and the talented Richard Allen, music director, at SGVMT Dinner Cabaret July 27th.

Altrusa International Foundation, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, has just awarded the Altrusa Club of Arcadia a $1,000 project grant to assist with its ongoing support of a new library at The Shepherd’s Home Children’s Sanctuary in Nairobi, Kenya. Monies will be used to purchase story books and materials in Swahili and Kenyan English. The Arcadia club also sponsors a young girl at the sanctuary. This is the Arcadia club’s 50th year of service to the community. In addition to the grant, the Arcadia club recently won the distinguished Dr. Nina Fay Calhoun Interna-

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Front row: Valerie and Warren Dunbar. Back row: Mark Wood, president; Retha Wells and Jean Tannhauser, scholarship chairmen; long time Arcadia residents Warren and Valerie Dunbar have donated the painting, Portrait of an Irish Musician, to Mid Valley Arts League Scholarship fund. This colorful painting by Stephen E. Walters depicts an Irish gentleman playing this guitar. The artist is a signature member of Watercolor West, a nationally recognized watercolor society. This generous contribution benefits local high school and junior college students by advancing their artistic talents through scholarships offered by Mid Valley Arts League. MVAL, a non-profit organization, has celebrated over 50 years of promoting art and continues to provide art scholarships to outstanding San Gabriel Valley students. Tax deductible donations can be sent to MVAL. PO Box 1531, Temple City, CA 91780.

Tonight’s the Night! August 6th, Cold Duck and Cake on the Lawn at City Hall Join us this evening for a special celebration - National Night Out and Arcadia’s 106th Birthday. National Night Out promotes crime prevention and awareness through police-community partnerships. Arcadia’s police and fire departments will be joining us for this very special occasion. Free fingerprinting for the kids, crime prevention materials

and other information will be available. Stop by and show your support for Arcadia’s finest. But wait - that is not it. Help Arcadia celebrate its 106th birthday by enjoying some birthday cake (while supplies last), sponsored by Arcadia’s Historical Society. Since its inception over t wo decades ago, Cold Duck’s philosophy has been directly responsible for their

Officiating at the grand re-opening ceremony at Arcadia’s Par 3 Golf Course are (l-r): Councilmember Roger Chandler (emcee), Joe Adamo, general manager; Brian Bode, regional director of American golf, who operates the course, and Councilmember Bob Harbicht.

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Helene Pauline Koch

Helene Pauline ( Johnson) Koch passed away on July 13, 2009 at the Monte Villa Healthcare Facility in Arcadia, California. Her husband of 62 years, Heinrich (Heine) Koch died in 1991. Helene leaves two children ( Joan Carole (Koch) Patterson and Robert Winfield Koch), seven grandchildren (Kristen Anne (Patterson) Carruthers, Dr. Scott William Patterson, Sean Robert Patterson, Lindsey Amanda Patterson, Dr. Sarah Louise (Koch) Tidyman, Elizabeth Helene (Koch) Schauman, and Jennifer Ann (Koch) Nilsson and seven Great-grandchildren (Owen Parker Carruthers, Samantha Ann Schauman, Lauren Grace Tidyman, Abigail Etta Schauman, Jacob Henry Tidyman, Per Gabriel Lukas Nilsson and Per Johan Nilsson). Helen was born in Fayette, Michigan on Sept. 3, 1910. Her parents John and Ida Johnson had emigrated from Norway and Sweden a few years earlier. Helene was the last surviving and the oldest of seven brothers and sisters. Helen graduated from high school in 1927 and in 1929 she married Heine, a graduating senior at the University of Minnesota. They then moved to New York City where they both worked. It was quite an adventure for two young kids from the midwest. They survived the October crash; but, were delighted when Heine received an offer to teach

and continue his studies at Washington University in St. Louis. Helene took a secretarial job with the department of Geology. In 1934, Heine finished his work at the University and accepted a job with Shell Oil. Heine’s work required numerous transfers and Helene devoted herself to making a new home in each location. They started in Michigan and then moved to Illinois where they had Robert in 39’ and Joan in 43’. From Illinois, they moved to Oklahoma where they lived in Tulsa for two years. In 1946, they moved to Texas and, a year later, on to New Orleans. After two years, the family moved on to Calgary, Canada where they spent four very enjoyable years. In 1953 they moved to Southern California where Heine retired in 1962. During all those years, Helene worked to establish a loving home for their children and to participate in the local community. She was always active in the PTA sometimes serving as an officer and many times as a room mother. She led many projects to raise more money for extra school programs. She also helped her family participate in local activities. One example happened during Marde Gras in New Orleans when she and several mothers made identical clown costumes for all family members to attend the festivities and parades. That was memorable fun for everyone. When Helene and Heine retired in Arcadia, they devoted a large share of their time to the Church of the Good Shepherd. They were both on the board of the church and, for many years, sponsors of the Youth Fellowship. Helene was very active in various women’s organizations at the church including Martha’s Circle and the Crafters. During this time she and Heine developed a real love for Hawaii especially Maui and they started returning every year in the

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Charles D. Miller In Loving Memory of Charles D. Miller, born October 25, 1928 in Pasadena, CA. Died at home in Arcadia after a brief battle with cancer on July 19, 2009. He served his country proudly as a United States Marine and was a Pasadena Fire Fighter until his retirement in 1978. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling this great country which he loved so dearly.

Robert G. Tyler Robert (Bob) G. Tyler, 74, passed away on July 22, 2009 in Temple City, CA. A memorial service will be at 3:00 p.m. on July 25, 2009 at 600 E. Foothill Blvd., Monrovia, CA. Bob was born in Louisville, Kentucky to John and Ola Tyler on November 12, 1934. He graduated from Alhambra High School and was married to Sydney Tyler for 24 years. Bob worked as an Equipment Operator Supervisor for Southern California Edison for 31 years and was a decorated veteran of the Korean

War and served in the Navy Seals (UDT). He was very involved in the Kiwanis Club as President as well as being K iwa n ia n of the Year in 1997 and 2000. Bob was passionate about serving his community which earned him the Volunteer of the Year in 1995 awarded by the Temple City Chamber of Commerce. Bob is survived by his wife Sydney; daughters Roxanne Grizzle, Sandy Daniels, and Shoko Daniels; sons Tim Grizzle and Ray Daniels; and his beloved three grandchildren Robbie, Brooke and Chiaki.

spring for a month of relaxing. Helene also developed into an avid Angels baseball fan. In fact, she closely followed the Angels the rest of her life. Helene and Heine took a very active role in the raising of their grandchildren. They were always available to do babysitting. They had frequent family events at their home including annual parties focused around the fourth of July and the New Year’ Rose Parade. The grandchildren especially enjoyed Grandma’s delicious cookies and everyone loved her meals.

When Heine died in 1991, Helene tried to maintain their big house; but, it was too much for her and she moved into a condominium, also in Arcadia. She continued her work at the church, followed her Angels, and really enjoyed the arrival of her great-grandchildren. She was even able to accompany some of them on trips back to Maui. Helene managed living alone until 2004; when, she decided to move to the Arcadia Gardens, an assisted living home. She enjoyed life until the end of 2007; when, she took a very bad fall. After a hospital stay, she moved into the Monte Villa Healthcare Home in Arcadia where she died on July 13, 2009, seven weeks before her 99th birthday. She was always very interested in everyone and was willing to help them in any way she could. Her family and many friends will certainly miss her warm and friendly personality. Donations to the Church of the Good Shepherd Foundation would be appreciated very much in lieu of flowers.

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Esther A. Drulias Esther A Drulias, born in Denver, CO, August 24, 1924, passed away Friday, July 10, in Arcadia, CA surrounded by her family. Esther was the eldest of 4 children born to Demetrios and Anastasia Arapkiles immigrants of Triglia, Turkey. Esther graduated from South Denver High School in 1942, and in 1953 married James G. Drulias (deceased) and moved to Los Angeles. In 1960 they moved to Montebello. Esther is survived by her 3 children Dean Drulias of Camarillo, CA, Anthia ( John) Lucas of Monro via, CA, and Bill (Rosann) Drulias of Diamond Bar, CA, her 5 grandchildren Arianna, Dean-James, Thomas, Nicolette and Brian Drulias and her youngest sister Frances (Gus) Lambrose of Carmichael, CA, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Esther worked for Ingersoll-Rand Corporation as an office manager from 1974 until 1992, in Los Angeles. She was a long time member of St. A nt hony Greek Orthodox Church served in the church choir for many years. She was a member of the St. Anthony Philoptochos (friend of the needy) Ladies Society. For many years she was in charge of the needle works booth at the annual Greek festival where she and many displayed their yearlong

projects. Her hobbies over the years included singing, sewing, knitting, reading as well as crocheting. Trisagion service will be Tuesday, July 14 at 7:00 P.M. and Funeral Services will be Wednesday, July 15, at 11:00 A.M. Both services will be at St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Church, 778 South Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena. Internment to follow at Rose Hills Cemetery, Whittier. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: James and Esther Drulias Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o La Merced Intermediate School 215 E. Avenida De La Merced, Montebello, CA 90640 or St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Church Memorial Fund, 778 S. Rosemead Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107.

Louise Lillian Webber Louise Lillian Webber, age 83, of Monrovia, CA died Friday July 31, 2009 in Monrovia, CA. She is survived by Joan Phillips, Purvis Webber, Mary Haynes, Aaron Webber, Annette Scott, and Michael Webber also a host of grandchildren and extended family. Visitation will be held

Wed. August 5, 2009 at Douglass & Zook Chapel of Remembrance from 5PM -8PM. A funeral service will be Thursday, August 6, 2009 at All Nations Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Monrovia, CA at 10:30 AM. Interment will be at Rose Hills Memorial Park, Whittier, CA.

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Monday, July 20th: 5:42 PM - Theft from Vehicle, 300 block Ramona Ave. A NEXTAR GPS navigation system was stolen from the center console of an unlocked 1998, Toyota Camry. The crime occurred between 3:45 pm, on Friday July 17, 2009, and 6:30 pm, on Monday July 20, 2009. The loss was estimated at approximately $80.00. 9:03 PM – Arrest, Possession of Marijuana, Santa Anita Canyon Road. Several cars were reported locked behind the Chantry Gate. Officers arrived and an investigation revealed the male passenger of a vehicle is in possession of marijuana and smoking paraphernalia. He was arrested and released on a citation.

Tuesday, July 21st: 12:50 AM – Arrest, Possession of Marijuana, 00 block West Sierra Madre Blvd. A motorist was stopped for a parking violation. During the investigation the officer could smell a strong odor of marijuana in the vehicle. The driver was warned for the parking violation, but the passenger was arrested for possession of marijuana and transported to the police station. The passenger was booked as he had no identification and later released on a written promise to appear.

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For the period of Sunday, July 19 through Saturday, July 25, the Police Department responded to 949 calls for service of which 140 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of the major incidents handled by the Department during this period.

Sunday, July 19: Units responded to American Apparel located at Westfield Mall around 1:44 p.m. in reference to a theft. An employee saw a female juvenile conceal merchandise into her purse and was detained. Additional stolen property from Victoria’s Secret, H&M,

Vans, and Cali Fashion were also recovered. A private person’s arrest was made, and a 15-year-old Caucasian was taken into custody for commercial burglary. Around 9:00 p.m. officers were flagged down by a motorist at Fairview and Baldwin regarding a road rage vandalism incident. The victim advised that a male Asian driver, in his 20’s, narrowly missed hitting her car. He gave her a dirty look and she reciprocated with a finger gesture. He stopped his silver Mercedes, exited, and kicked her car door, denting it.

Monday, July 20: Shortly after 2:00 p.m., units were dispatched to the 1300 block of Michillinda in reference to a drowning accident. A 10-yearold girl was swimming with other children but was later discovered in the deep end of the swimming pool. She was retrieved from the pool and CPR was performed. The girl was transported to AMH and then to Huntington Memorial for more advanced treatment due to her serious condition. Unfortunately, the girl later died at the hospital. Officers responded to Colorado and Vaquero shortly after 3:30 p.m. on the report of a reckless driver. The suspect vehicle was located at Colorado and Oakhurst and the vehicle was swerving back and forth between lanes of traffic. A traffic stop was initiated and officers detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage on the driver’s breath and person. A field sobriety test was conducted and it was determined that the 39-year-old male Hispanic driver was operating the vehicle while under the influence. The man was arrested at the scene and a consent search of his vehicle revealed several empty beer cans on the floorboard, an open can of beer, and also several cans of unopened beer.

Tuesday, July 21: Around 4:16 p.m., while conducting a location check, officers saw three male subjects sitting on the sidewalk in the 600 block of East Live Oak. Consensual contacts were made and record checks revealed that a 37-year-old Hispanic had an outstanding felony warrant and a $50,000 outstanding misdemeanor warrant. The man was arrested at the scene without incident. A 20-year-old female African-American was arrested for battery and disorderly conduct/drunk in public at Motel 6, 255 Colorado Place, around 10:52 p.m. During an argument with her boyfriend, she bit and slapped him.

Wednesday, July 22: Between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., a residential burglary occurred in the 500 block of East Las Flores. Unknown suspect(s) pried open a rear slider to enter the house. Once inside, the suspect(s) ransacked rooms and stole an expensive watch, designer wallet, and miscellaneous property. An auto burglary occurred at Westfield Mall between 2:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) punched the door lock and removed the rear seats of the vehicle. The suspect(s) also took a pair of designer sunglasses.

Thursday, July 23:

Units were called to the Urban Street store located at Westfield Mall around 10:55 a.m. in reference to a robbery and commercial burglary that just occurred. The owner opened the store and found a bald male Caucasian, 20 to 30 years of age, 5’10”, 230 pounds, inside. The suspect tried to leave the store with a bag full of sunglasses and a bank money bag, but the owner wrapped his arms around the suspect’s neck. The owner was struck in face several times, and the suspect fled without any property. Investigation revealed that the suspect gained access into the store through an attic area. Between 8:15 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., a residential burglary occurred in the 400 block of East Camino Real. Unknown suspect(s) pried open a rear door, ransacked rooms, and stole a large amount of jewelry and a handgun.

Friday, July 24: Around 2:42 p.m., units were dispatched to First and Alta in reference to a man soliciting business without a license and performing unauthorized service on fire extinguishers. A private person’s arrest was made, and a 23-year-old Caucasian was taken into custody for commercial burglary and conducting business in the city without a license. A grand theft occurred at Westfield Mall between 9:00 p.m. on July 19 and 9:00 p.m. on July 24. Unknown suspect(s) gained entry into the mall’s storage area by unknown means and stole three 18-gallon plastic containers filled with jewelry.

Saturday, July 25: Shortly before 1:00 a.m., an intoxicated 22-year-old male Hispanic driver struck a parked vehicle at Sunset and Huntington. He was taken into custody for DUI without incident. Units were dispatched to the 700 block of West Huntington around 12:23 a.m. in reference to an altercation between father and son. Investigation revealed that during the argument, an intoxicated 15-year-old male Hispanic choked his father. The juvenile was belligerent and disobeyed all commands by officers. He kicked, spat, and head-butted officers, and he also banged his own head against a window and ground. Officers had to cradle his head to prevent him from inflicting further injury onto himself. The juvenile was transported to AMH for treatment and was later cleared for booking. He was charged with battery on peace officers, battery, obstructing/resisting, and disorderly conduct/drunk in public. The juvenile was subsequently transported to Eastlake Juvenile Detention Center.

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During the last seven day period, the Police Department handled 560 service events, resulting in 103 investigations. Following are the last week’s highlighted issues and events:

Fight in Progress. On July 23 at 7:34 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the report of a fight in progress at Myrtle and Foothill involving football players from Monrovia High School. One

of the male suspects involved in the fight was pointed out to officers by a witness. He was detained and identified at Foothill and Primrose. A witness also provided a description of a suspect vehicle. It was located by officers and several male suspects were detained and identified. Officers did an area check for victims, but none were located. Investigation continuing.

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Fight in Progress / Theft. On July 23 at 8:29 p.m., officers responded to the report of male subjects fighting at Pilgrim and Duarte. Officers arrived and spoke to a male victim, a 16-year-old football player for Monrovia High School. He stated that he was walking home with two friends when they were confronted by an older male suspect. The suspect took his friend’s backpack, and then several other male suspects appeared and chased them. His two friends got away, but he did not run fast enough, so he stopped a vehicle and asked for help. The female driver allowed him into her car and called police. Investigation continuing.

Battery. On July 23 at 9:25 p.m., officers responded to the report of a battery at Walnut and Myrtle. Six male suspects wearing bandanas and hoods stopped a 16-year-old male subject who was riding his bike. Three of the male suspects began hitting him. The suspects knew the victim’s address and where his parents worked. The suspects fled and the Investigation is continuing. Vandalism. On July 23 at 10:40 p.m., a witness reported two subjects tagging a building on the corner of Myrtle and Montana. Officers responded and saw the suspects westbound on Montana. As the officers approached, the suspects fled on foot. A containment was set up, but the suspects were not located. Investigation continuing.

Vandalism / Suspect Arrested. On July 24 at 12:53 a.m., officers responded to the report of a male subject on the roof of a business in the 300 block of West Huntington. Officers set up containment and Monrovia Fire Department responded with a ladder. The suspect then jumped from the roof and landed on the ground, where he was detained by officers. He admitted tagging the brick walls above the stores and told officers he left the spray can on the roof. Paramedics treated the suspect at the scene for a possible broken leg or ankle. The suspect has been arrested by Monrovia police in the past. Due to his injuries, he was identified and released. Charges will be filed.

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Date & Time of Public Hearing: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.

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WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At the West side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, Southeast District, 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 904 South Canyon Blvd, Unit B, Monrovia, CA 91016. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $252,946.29 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in California Civil Code § 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The timeframe for giving a Notice of Sale specified in Subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply to this Notice of Sale pursuant to California Civil Code Sections 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 7/16/09 FCI Lender Services, Inc., as Trustee 8180 East Kaiser Blvd., Anaheim Hills, CA 92808 Phone: 714-2822424 For Trustee Sale Information log on to: www.rsvpforeclosures.com or call: 925-603-7342. Vivian Prieto, Vice President FCI Lender Services, Inc. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (RSVP# 163030)(07/23/09, 07/30/09, 08/06/09)

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber, 240 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California, the Arcadia City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider the adoption of a resolution establishing and adjusting various fees for City services. At said time and place an opportunity will be afforded all those interested and the public in general to be heard. All persons are hereby advised that should any person desire to legally challenge any action taken by the City Council with respect to the above matters and this public hearing, such person may be limited to raising only those issues and objections raised by such person or other persons at or prior to the time of the public hearing. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in a City meeting, contact the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 574-5455 at least three (3) working days before the meeting or time when such special services are needed. This notification will help City staff in making reasonable arrangements to provide you with access to the meeting. A cost report showing the basis for the proposed fees will be available for review by the public at the City Clerk’s Office ten (10) days prior to the public hearing. For further information regarding the proposed fees, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 574-5455 during normal business hours, which are Monday through Thursday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and on alternate Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All persons are invited to appear and provide testimony at the public hearing. In addition, all persons are invited to provide written and other evidence at or prior to the public hearing. Lisa Mussenden Chief Deputy City Clerk/ Records Manager Date Published: August 3 & 6, 2009 NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Arcadia, California will hold a public hearing to consider the following: A report and resolution finding the City of Arcadia to be in conformance with the Congestion Management Program (CMP) and adopting the CMP Local Development Report (LDR) in accordance with California Government Code Section 65089.

The Arcadia City Council will hold a public hearing at the above date, time and place. All interested persons are invited to appear at the public hearing and to provide evidence or testimony concerning the proposed report and resolution finding the City of Arcadia to be in conformance with the Congestion Management Program. You are hereby advised that should you desire to legally challenge any action taken by the City Council with respect to the proposed report and resolution finding the City of Arcadia to be in conformance with the Congestion Management Program, you may be limited to raising only those issues and objections which you or someone else raises at or prior to the time of the public hearing. The proposed report and resolution are available for review at the Arcadia City Hall in the Planning Services office. For further information, or to submit comments regarding the proposed report and resolution, please contact Associate Planner, Thomas Li at (626) 574-5447 in City Hall at the Planning Services office at 240 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91007-3499. Arcadia City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and on alternate Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Arcadia City Hall will be closed on August 14th. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in a city meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (626) 574-5455. Please contact the City Clerk at least three (3) working days before the meeting or time when special services are needed. This notification will help city staff in making reasonable arrangements to provide you with access to the meeting. Jim Barrows City Clerk Publish August 6, 2009 OTHER PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Title Order No.: 280521574 Trustee Sale No.: 52594 Loan No.: 399015852 APN: 8515-017-160 You are in Default under a Deed of Trust dated 07/20/2007. Unless you take action to protect your property, it may be sold at a public sale. If you need an explanation of the nature of the proceedings against you, you should contact a lawyer. On 08/12/2009 at 10:00 A.M., FCI Lender Services, Inc. as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 7/27/07 as Instrument #20071775956 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: Deborah R. Harris, an unmarried woman, as Trustor. Solution Fund Inc., as Beneficiary.

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Blotters Possession of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Narcotics Paraphernalia / Suspect Arrested. On July 24 at 10:18 p.m., officers responded to a complex in the 700 block of Monterey regarding five subjects in the courtyard area possibly doing drugs. An officer arrived and detained three subjects. During a pat down search, one subject advised the officer he had a knife, marijuana, methamphetamine and a smoking pipe for the methamphetamine in his pocket. The contraband was found and the subject was arrested and taken into custody without further incident.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision / Hit and Run. On July 25 at 6:54 p.m., an older green van was reported to have struck several parked vehicles on Pomona and f led the scene, westbound. The reporting party indicated the suspect vehicle was parked on Genoa. Officers responded, located the vehicle, and detained the driver. Field show-ups were conducted and witnesses confirmed the identity of the suspect driver. The driver was determined to be under the influence of alcohol and was arrested and charged with driving under the influence and hit and run.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision. On July 25 at 3:30 a.m., a driver was heading south on Grand from Pearl and struck three parked cars, finally stopping when he wedged his car between two other cars and onto the sidewalk. He was determined to be driving under the influence

Bear Incident. On July 27 at 1:52 p.m., police received a call reporting that a bear had entered the attached garage of a residence. Officers responded and helped the bear on his way by using pepper spray and beanbag guns.

Neighbor Dispute / Suspect Arrested. On July 27 at 5:42 p.m., dispatch received a call reporting a subject throwing rocks at his neighbor’s house. This has been a reoccurring neighbor dispute and both parties have restraining orders against each other. The subject was arrested and taken into custody for violation of the restraining order. Investigation continuing.

Possible Suicidal Subject. On July 28 at 11:50 p.m., dispatch received a 9-1-1 call from a residence in the 300 block of North Encinitas. The caller stated a family member had threatened to commit suicide. As officers approached the front of the residence, the disturbed man fled from a second story rear window. A containment was established and assistance was requested from Arcadia Police Department and the Foothill Air Support Team helicopter. Officers were unable to locate the suicidal subject. A credible witness later told officers the subject was seen in the area of Hillcrest and Primrose, which is outside of the containment area. Investigation continuing.

Vicious Dogs. On July 29 at 2:31 p.m., police received a call reporting a vicious pit bull dog attacking two other dogs in the yard of a residence in the 200 block of Los Angeles. Officers, along with Animal Control officers responded. All three dogs were tranquilized in order to capture and control them. The owners were cited for having unlicensed dogs.

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SCAG Decision Should Not be Based on Scare Tactics and Misinformation with the Department of Housing and Community Development. Pulling out of SCAG does nothing to eliminate the requirement to conform to RHNA as part of the Housing Element update, it just eliminates the chance to influence the allocation of numeric goals at the local level. Since SCAG does far more than just housing (transportation, growth management, hazardous waste management, and air quality) by pulling out of SCAG, we’ve eliminated our ability to be part of the discussion on all these issues. The discussions about these major issues, any of which could have major impacts on Sierra Madre, will still go on, they’ll just go on without input from Sierra Madre. Some of the folks that don’t want to see Sierra Madre remain as a member of SCAG are doing their very best to scare people into thinking that their friends and neighbors are in danger of losing their homes to the city through Eminent Domain, so that the City can conform to its RHNA numbers. Unfortunately, the facts don’t support this position. But apparently, the truth is just an inconvenience, because the same wrong information is re-

I’m not going to tell anyone how they should feel about Sierra Madre‘s participation in SCAG. But I do think that those who are questioning it and trying to determine their opinions should be able to make an informed decision that is not stoked by scare tactics and misinformation. peated over and over again. The following post appeared on a local website, after the recent Housing Element workshop, and had this to say in an article titled “Homes Listed as Possible Eminent Domain Seizure Targets For the Purpose of Building MultiFamily Low Income Housing in Sierra Madre.“ “Below you will find a list of those homes identified as candidates for Eminent Domain seizure should the statute be revived. Once these homes are seized by the government they would then be razed and the property used for the construction of multi-unit low income housing. The notion behind this singular act of government violence against a selected few citizens here in Sierra Madre is to jam high-density housing into what is already a very built out town. Okay, let’s look at that. Both the headline and the first sentence of the post contain statements that are just completely inaccurate. There were

no (that’s right NO) homes listed as possible Eminent Domain seizure targets. There were properties that the City identified as candidates to be zoned for higher density. That means the property owners could, should they so choose, build, or sell to someone who would build, more units on the property than it is currently zoned to allow to have built on it. In essence, they’ve possibly increased the property value for the owners, by increasing the options the owners have as to what they can do with the property. They have not targeted it for Eminent Domain, or even possible Eminent Domain. But just to make sure, I contacted Danny Castro, Development Services Director for the City of Sierra Madre, with a series of questions I had about the workshop, and about some of the information that was now appearing on the internet. A couple of the questions dealt with this issue directly:

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Coburn: Of the properties listed as potential multi-family sites, was there anywhere or any time that these sites were listed as “possible Eminent Domain seizure targets for the purposed of building multifamily low-income housing units in Sierra Madre? Castro: No, because they are not and have not been considered as seizure targets. Coburn: At any time, was there any discussion that “these homes (would be) seized by the government (and) would then be razed and the property used for the construction of multi-unit low income housing?” Castro: No. In another post, the same author, who has called for Sierra Madre to pull out of SCAG, stated “So what does this mean for us in Sierra Madre? Well, as we saw in the consultant prepared “Sierra Madre 2008-2014 Housing Element” report issued by our City planners on March 31, we too have a SCAG mandated RHNA number. And it is apparently quite a burden on this town. To the point where certain factions within City Hall actually felt they needed to identify properties as candidates for possible Eminent Domain seizure in order to meet SCAG’s arbitrary demands for high density housing.” (author’s note: emphasis mine). Again, nobody identified any properties as candidates for Eminent Domain. And SCAG has made no arbitrary demands for high density housing. What they did was set targets. The City then attempted to meet those targets. It wasn’t that “certain factions within City Hall felt they needed to identify properties as candidates…”, it was that the City is required BY STATE LAW to do so. AB2348 requires that a Housing Element Update provide an inventory and identification of adequate sites (vacant or underutilized residentially zoned land) to meet Sierra Madre’s RHNA requirements. The way they did it was to identify properties as appropriate to be zoned at a higher density. SCAG doesn’t care whether you use high or low density housing. They don’t even require you to build the housing. They just ask that you determine how your City will meet the RHNA targets. The property owners can do absolutely nothing if they so choose. Again, I asked Mr. Castro about this: Coburn: Slides 20-28 discuss

possible sites for multi-family housing. What would be the process to make them available for multi-family housing? Strictly re-zoning? Castro: The eight sites that were identified as potentially suitable sites are currently zoned for multi-family housing (R-3, Multiple-Family Residential, Medium/High Density), which allows a density of up to about 13 units/acre. The process, as required under state law, would be to amend the current zoning to allow for an increase (to) at least 20 units/acre, on enough of those sites to meet the state imposed housing numbers. The Planning Commission and City Council would have to review and approve the zoning change after conducting public hearings. Coburn: I’ve heard that the City charter does not allow for the City to employ Eminent Domain. Is that correct? Castro: The use of Eminent Domain is not a factor in the Housing Element Update. Under state law, the City’s update must provide for the “opportunity” for the development of assigned numbers of affordable and market rate housing units through use of it(s) zoning powers. The City is not required to and is not currently considering any proposals to acquire properties nor is it in any way requiring that these properties be developed with affordable housing. The property owner retains the right to determine if and when to develop their property. Those last two sentences by Mr. Castro seem to me to be pretty significant. An earlier post from the same website: “The dirty secret is this. In order to build the low income housing Sacramento and their toadies in SCAG are demanding, you’re going to need somewhere to build it. And since this town is already built out to the limit, you’re not going to find anywhere to do this deed without first tearing down already existing single family homes. And the only way to do that would be to seize houses through Eminent Domain and evict the families already living there. After all, isn’t that what “redevelopment” is all about? Tearing down things that already exist and redeveloping the vacated properties?” Again, SCAG isn’t demanding the building of low income housing, only that we zone so that the option of building low income housing

exists. By stating that the only way to do that would be to seize houses through Eminent Domain, the author has conveniently ignored the fact that the property owner has the option of doing the building themselves, or selling to someone who might, without the City seizing the property (they also have the right to do nothing). As to the author’s suggestion about seizing houses through Eminent Domain and evicting families living there, I asked some questions point blank of Mr. Castro: Coburn: Was there any discussion at the workshop of the City using Eminent Domain on any of those sites? Castro: None. Coburn: Is the City considering the use of Eminent Domain on any of the sites listed as possible sites for multi-family housing? Castro: No. Coburn: …does the Redevelopment Agency have the same limitation regarding Eminent Domain? Castro: The Redevelopment Agency does not have the authority to acquire property by Eminent Domain. I’m not going to tell anyone how they should feel about Sierra Madre‘s participation in SCAG. But I do think that those who are questioning it and trying to determine their opinions should be able to make an informed decision that is not stoked by scare tactics and misinformation. My personal feeling is that we should remain a part of it. As I stated earlier, if there’s an organization that is making decisions that affect our City, and we have an opportunity to have representation in the organization so that our voice is a part of the decision making process, I think we want to be part of it, rather than bowing out, remaining silent during the decision making, and then just having to accept what is decided by others about our City. I also don’t think the organization is evil incarnate, as some seem to think. But if I did, I think I’d want to follow the advice of 4th century BC Chinese general & military strategist Sun-tzu, who said “Keep your friends close, your enemies closer.” Either way, we’d stay in SCAG. Bill Coburn is publisher of the SierraMadreNews.Net website, and a 15-year resident of Sierra Madre. He is also Executive Director of the Sierra Madre Chamber of Commerce, however the opinions stated in this article are Mr. Coburn’s alone, and should not be construed in any way as representative of the views of the Chamber of Commerce, which has not taken a position on this issue.

COMMUNITY

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National Night Out Celebrated in Local Communities ness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back against all kinds of criminal activity. It also is a way for police departments to foster better relations not only between the rank and file but the community as a whole, especially where the dept. is small and perhaps underfunded. Sierra Madre’s Night Out

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was a good example of how the local police foster good relations with the community amid poor public relations. Sierra Madre’s Chief Diaz, the first woman police chief in Los Angeles County, was on hand at Memorial Park to talk with concerned residents about any number of issues. The department was out in force in a friendly, cooperative environment at Memorial Park Tuesday night. The Fire Dept was on hand too as one man joked that they should be at the Glendale Fire instead of talk-

ing to people in the park. The truth of the matter was that the fire, by this time, was in good shape, and the dept. explained this to the concerned citizen as well as pointing out that the volunteer dept. is here to protect Sierra Madre in this high fire danger but will go to any fires in the state if requested to do so. Two young visitors to the national night out, Hanna and Natasha Gaxiola (2 and 5 respectively) enjoyed the activities in Memorial Park which also included free In-nOut burgers.

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Troubled Times for Private Schools? art classes to local artists. During the school’s inception, founder Ed Kuckelkorn was focused on teaching painting and design at various colleges and institutions all throughout Southern California, like the Art Center of Pasadena, Brentwood Art Center, and California Design College. As a result of the success achieved during his professorial role, he decidedly expanded the studio into a school and began

offering a broad range of curricula and subsequently changed the name from Montecito Fine Arts Studio to Montecito Fine Arts School. The achieved success of the school, largely due to the fine arts program, inspired the founder to then create and broaden into other professional areas of design, thus resulting in Montecito Fine Arts College of Design. Montecito Fine Arts originally established itself

in Sierra Madre, California, and moved to its Arcadia location over a decade ago. Enjoying the continuing growth of the school and exerting itself as one of the leading art and design schools in the San Gabriel Valley, Montecito Fine Arts expanded its campus and relocated to Monrovia in November 2007. The Montecito High School of Art, Science and Design has closed all facilities indefinitely in the wake

of teachers and employees who allegedly complained that they are owed money by the school, according to a local daily paper. These reports could not be independently confirmed by the Monrovia Weekly. Monrovia’s Montecito High School campus at 121

E. Huntington Drive opened last year and provided specialized arts training. As an aside, there are For Sale/Lease signs posted on Huntington and Myrtle announcing availability of huge space in the same complex that currently house Mt Sierra College. Rumors of the pending closure of

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1160 Valley View Ave., Pasadena. This upper Hastings Ranch home features, remodeled Kitchen w/ Granite Counters & SS Appliances, Lg. Family Room, recessed lighting, Hardwood Floors, Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Beautiful Bathrooms w/ Limestone and Travertine. 2 Sided Frpl., BBQ Island, Fountain & Firepit. New Plumbing, New Electrical & 2 Car Garage. (VAL)

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SAN GABRIEL

SAN DIMAS

$638,000

Brand new custom built PUD’s located in a convenient each with 3bdrms 3bth, gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops, laundry area in garage, bonus room behind garage (not included in SQ FT), open floor plan. (B301)

CENTURY 21 LUDECKE, INC. (626) 445-0123

$879,000

This 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home has a beautiful formal living room, family room with an eat-in area and sits on a 9300 sq. ft. lot. This home has a 2 car detached garage with R.V. parking. (M111)

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ENDLESS VIEWS

LOVELY RANCH STYLE HOME

This 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with formal and informal dining plus beautifully remodeled kitchen, family room, bathrooms and more! FA/CA, hardwood and tile flooring, two fireplaces, 2,162 square feet on a 9,054 square foot lot per Assessor. Gorgeous yard with resurface pool and mountain views, too. (S302)

$615,000

HISTORIC VICTORIAN

$699,000

Located close to Old Town Monrovia this Historic two story 2426 sq.ft. character home features 4 bedrooms, dining room, family room, built-ins, central air & heat, 2 fireplaces and 2 baths. This is truly a “must see” home. (C626)

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TEMPLE CITY SCHOOLS!!

$599,000

SAN GABRIEL

$695,000

8450 Sheffield Rd. Charming home w/3bdrm 1.75 bth, 1673 sq ft of living space, 7191 sq ft lot located in N. San Gabriel. Recently renovated, warm open floor plan, double door entry leading to spacious living room with elegant fireplace and den. Kitchen w/ granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Refreshing pool, bonus room and built-in BBQ. Newer tile roof. (S8450)

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This large 4 bedroom 3 bath home features family room with fireplace and 2 car attached garage. Located in a very nice area of San Dimas, convenient to the 57, 10 and 210 freeways. (AVE)

Beautiful remodeled 3bed/2 bath home features updated kitchen with granite counters, all new cabinets, fixtures and appliances. Freshly painted inside, new carpet and tile. Lots of storage, some hardwood floors and family room with fireplace. Located on a private street and has a large fenced backyard and so much more! (ACA)

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$589,000

A wraparound yard and patio on two sides of this home provide privacy and lush landscaping to this unique townhome. A generous 1877 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, breakfast/den, formal dining area, separate laundry room, spacious living roomwith fireplace, ceramic tile floors, CA/FA, high ceilings, two sets of sliding doors, direct access two car garage. (E103)

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GLENDORA

$499,000

Traditional 4 bedroom home located on cul-de-sac with 2 bathrooms. Hardwood floors throughout and central air/heat. Formal living room, family room with fireplace, washer and dryer included, 2 car detached garage with newer automatic door and bonus room or office. Fruit trees in the rear. Close to freeway, transportation and shopping. A great value. (L1926))

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GRAND OPENING

STARTING @ $458,000

88 Roosevelt, Pasadena Luxury Town Homes with loads of class. Beautiful hardwood floors accented by large crown baseboards, cherry colored kitchen cabinets harmonized by granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances, open floor plan, each w/2car garage and storage space. Also available 5 units handicap equipped which includes elevator access. (R88) Call for a showing Mary Ann 626-688-7844 or Young Ahn 626-975-5660.

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FABULOUS LOCATION

$439,000

Lots of light in and open floor plan in this top floor corner condo. Two spacious bedrooms, plus a convertible den, dining area, fireplace, laundry area, FA/CA, newer skylight in kitchen and a balcony with a mountain view and a Jacuzzi..1,181 efficient square feet per Assessor. Conveniently close to South Lake, Paseo Colorado & Old Town. (M230)

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GREAT OPPORTUNITY!!

$429,000

Great Location! North of Foothill. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, fireplace, dining room plus a guest house with bedroom and a ¾ bath. Lot size 6500 SF. 2 car detached garage. (E336)

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IMMACULATE,IMPECCABLE!

$409,000

Turnkey home in THE GABLES gated community. 3 BR’s up (2 have walk-out balconies) and 1 BR on main level. New neutral colored paint schemes inside & out. Newer lush and plush neutral shade carpeting. All appliances included. Ample kitchen w/ gorgeous Maple cabinets & dining bar connected to the family room. Also a warm and inviting formal dining area. A wonderful home for family as well as entertaining. (C148)

CONDO WITH A LOFT!

$329,000

This cute condo is adjacent to Old Town Monrovia with all that it offers. Close to dining, shopping and the Movie Theater. Steps away from the new Colorado Commons. This lovely unit has new paint, carpet and flooring in the kitchen and is move in fresh! In addition to the 2BR, there is a loft overlooking the LR. The kitchen has built ins & a good floor plan. This unit includes a washer/dryer combo. (L168)

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UPPER HASTINGS !

$269,000

1st floor. Corner, single story unit. Spacious 2 bedroom unit in a terrific neighborhood. Needs updating but is in good/clean condition. Master Bedroom with lg closets and 3/4 bath. 2nd bedroom w/ample closet space. Full bath in hallway. Nice size LR w/large windows. Kitchen w/lots of storage. Refrigerator included. 2 underground garage parking spaces, each with storage compartment. Clean community laundry room. Near shopping & La Salle High School. (MIC)

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MOVE-IN CONDITON!

$79,000

This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, double wide home features a large living room with open dining area. Located in a wonderful family park with pool. Close to shopping, theaters & freeways. (AZU)

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