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City of El Monte Celebrates 21st Annual Emily Ishigaki Children's Day Parade and Harvest Festival by Chelsea Dickerson El Monte
Arceo Park was full of energy and life on October 17 as the City of El Monte celebrated the 21st Annual Emily Ishigaki Children’s Day Parade and Harvest Festival. The parade and harvest festival featured musical performances, dancing and showcased the rich multicultural community of El Monte youth, including performances by parade participants, carnival rides, jumping bouncers and great food. “Today is all about the kids and celebrating the incredible things they are doing now and will accom-
plish in the near future,” Councilmember Juventino “J” Gomez said. “Our City’s youth are so talented and full of promise. It’s inspirational to bring everyone together to pay tribute to that.” Southern California newsman Danny Romero served as the Grand Marshal of the parade. Romero, the weekend evening weathercaster for ABC7 Eyewitness News, is an advocate of the Los Angeles community who continues to volunteer with the American Cancer Society, March of Dimes, and more nonprofit organizations. This year’s event was
Dia de los Muertos
Students, parents and staff from Durfee Elementary participated in the 21st Annual Emily Ishigaki Children’s Day Parade. Courtesy photo by City of El Monte
supported by the following sponsors: King Taco, Valley Vista Services, KPRS Construction, El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Com-
merce, Olivarez Madruga, LLP and Royal Coaches Auto Body & Towing. “We are so thankful to all of the organizations and
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by Jo Anne Disney Anahiem
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a 2-day festival that takes place every November 1st and 2nd. This celebration is strongly associated with Mexico, however, Dia de los Muertos is celebrated throughout Latin American cultures. Typically, the celebration honors the lives of the dead by celebrating with food, drink and activities that the dead enjoyed in life. Those who believe in these traditions, feel that on Dia de los Muertos, “the dead are also a part of the community, awakened from their eternal sleep to share celebrations with their loved ones.” Some of the most familiar symbols seen on Dia de los Muertos are the skulls and skeletons, or in Spanish known as “calaveras and calacas.” Dia de los Muertos in Catholicism is known as All Saints Day and All Souls Day. This much honored tradition is a wonderful way to remember those in your life that have passed on, but forever live in your heart.
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At Disneyland, celebrations will take place including a traditional skeleton display at Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante in Frontierland during Halloween Time at Disneyland. Also, something new this year at Disneyland will be Dia de los Muertos apples, cake pops and the like that have been decorated to look like colorful sugar skulls. Bakers at Disneyland have done a great job not missing any detail. In Los Angeles, the Dia
de los Muertos celebration begins at Olvera Street from October 25th to November 3rd. There will be children’s workshops, candlelight processions and community altars. For more information visit: www.OlveraStreet.com.
members of the community who help make this event a great success,” Councilmember Norma Macias said.
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen HALLOWEEN, a holiday looked forward to by children of all ages will soon be here! HALLOWEEN, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2015. REMEMBER HALLOWEEN SAFETY: It is better to “trick or treat” in a group or with your parents, never alone. Be VERY careful when crossing streets, carry a flashlight or a light reflecting object. For adults that are driving: use extreme caution, children are very excited and may run into the street or across a driveway without looking. BE SAFE…NOT SORRY! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Can’t Wait for Halloween on October 31st?? On Thursday, October 29, 2015, TRUNK OR TREAT and HAUNTED SPOOKTACULAR will be presented by the El Monte Police Department, El Monte Police Officers’ Association & Auxiliary and El Monte Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department. Activities will take place in front of the El Monte Community Center, 3130 N. Tyler Avenue, El Monte. From 5:00 – 8:30 P.M. Free Trunk or Treat will be ready for children to visit decorated vehicle trunks and collect sweets and surprises. The first 500 children will receive a free goodie bag. From 6:00 – 8:30 PM a ZOMBIE WALK will be open to those 7 years of age and older, adults included. Cost will be $1.00 and lots of courage! Lots of Game Booths, Food Booths, Arts & Crafts, Music and pictures with Halloween Characters and more. For further information phone 626-580-2200. There will be lots of HALLOWEEN FUN AT THE PARKS in El Monte: Gibson Mariposa Park, Lambert Park, Mt. View Park and Zamora Park on Friday, October 30, 2015, 3:00 – 5:00 PM. Activities will include a Halloween Potluck, Scary Bag Contest Award Presentation, Halloween Costume Contest and contests for the Scariest Scream and Mummy Wrap. All children are welcome to attend. Many of the members of the El Monte Friend O’Garden Club traveled to nearby Cal Poly Pomona to enjoy a delicious lunch at the Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch provided by culinary students from the Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona. Following lunch a visit to the “Farm Store”
gave everyone a chance to purchase many of the plants, fresh fruits and vegetables grown by the students on campus. Even very delicious wines are produced by the students and available for purchase at the Farm Store or at the restaurant. October is a great time to visit Cal Poly Pomona to purchase pumpkins for Halloween or for cooking or decorating and all kinds of gourds, squash and tall corn stalks. A fantastic sight to see thousands of pumpkins on the pumpkin field. The El Monte Friend O’Garden Club is a member of the Arboretum District of California Garden Clubs, Inc., the National Council of State Garden Clubs, Inc. and Pacific Region. All Business Meetings are held on the first Friday of each month, February through October, with social gatherings November, December and January. Business meetings are held at the Norwood Library, 4550 N. Peck road, El Monte. Meetings begin at 11:30 AM, following business, members enjoy lunch together and a program follows. The next regular business meeting will be held on Friday, February 5, 2016. Anyone interested in any type of gardening or tours to gardens are encouraged to attend or seek membership. There is no charge to attend and guests are always welcome. The San Gabriel Valley District of Women’s Clubs, Alumnae Affiliate Group met on Friday, October 23, 2015 at the Baldwin Park Woman’s Club. The meeting began at 11:00 AM with a Call to order and welcome by President Alice Slaughter. Following the business meeting, a salad and sandwich pot luck luncheon was held. A program, with each member reading a short poem of their choice was enjoyed by all. Meetings are held the fourth Friday in October, February and May. Membership is open to current GFWC dues paying members who have served at least one year as a voting member of any GFWC District or State Federation Board. A reminder that on Sunday, November 1, 2015 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS! Have a great week, see you soon, someplace AROUND TOWN
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Halloween is a day we could live without; Most of us don't even know what it is about. The rug rats will be out knocking on our door; Which most of us are not ready for.
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Is it the All Saints, that we have to thank; For kids coming around and threatening pranks? Children in costumes are cute and sweet; They come yelling, "trick or treat." Today Halloween is a rollicking playtime; And the children think it is just fine. The pranks and practical jokes are all in fun; So Halloween is still enjoyed by the young. So better watch out for Halloween night; The kids going around the block is quite a sight. A grinning Jack-O-Lantern, lit up for Halloween; Bobbing for apples is all part of the scene. October thirty first is not the night to pick; There's black cats and witches on a broomstick. The ghost, witches and goblins will get you if you don't watch out; So this is what Halloween is all about.
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DSB Journey Tribute Closes Oktoberfest by Sal Gomez Pomona
Oktoberfest at the Fairplex in Pomona, CA closed out it's month long festivities with a rousing on-your-feet concert by DSB Band – A tribute to the music of Journey. And with all the beer flowing and sausage roasting the music of Journey performed by DSB cut through all the foggy haze of the Oktoberfest fun like a hot knife through butter. Led by Juan Del Castillo on lead vocals every nuance of this
classic Steve Perry infused rock and roll was met with thunderous applause along with a healthy dose of Woop Woops!! Rounding out the band are Roger Cain on lead guitar, wild man Tony Love on bass, Henry O'Neill on keyboards and the newest edition to DSB in only his second public performance with the band, Dan Berglund on drums. The band was solid and electrified with energy but
most of all, DSB performed classic Journey songs as “Faithfully” as the original band. DSB band tours extensively so log in to their website or follow them on Facebook to keep up with their busy tour schedule. See this band. If you love Journey, you will love DSB. Footnote: Big appreciation must be given to Fairplex for their very popular Oktoberfest slate of tribute band entertainment. Bravo photos by Sal Gomez
Sunday Service
La Primaria School’s 2nd Graders Place 16th in World Education Games by Michele Earle El Monte
La Primaria Elementary School 2nd graders in Nora Eskew’s class competed against students around the world as participants in the 2015 World Education
Games sponsored by Unicef, Microsoft, 3P Learning and Macquarie. The young scholars made an impressive showing against their worldly competition, earning
16th place among the 2nd grade competitors displaying their academic prowess in the areas of literacy, math and science. The World Education
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Preserving Route 66 by Joe Castillo
Cucamonga Service Station …. It is always so good to see history preserved so when it happens, I just have to write about it. The Cucamonga Service Station which was built 100-years ago was reopened last week in front of a crowd of 100 people in the growing city of Rancho Cucamonga. For years the former Richfield Gas Station serviced commuters traveling from the Midwest to California over the Route 66 highway. The route was approved in 1927 to be the first transcontinental highway to be built with federal funds. Originally named as Route 60, the number was changed when a proposed route between Virginia and Kentucky was approved for funding prior to the Chicago - California route. Using the next available number, Route 66 was selected and the number proved to be even more recognizable after songs and even a TV show was named after the 2,400 mile roadway. Nicknamed the “Mother Road,” Route 66 was used by hundreds of thousands of travelers who sought a better life in California from the drought and economic conditions which had suffocated the Midwest. All along the route, businesses such as motels, gas stations, restaurants and gift shops sprouted up to take advantage of the increased traffic and customer flow. A number of these depression era establishments still exist along the route but most have been lost to the population boom, development growth and natural elements. For years, the Cucamonga Service Station remained in a dilapidated state of disrepair and had an unknown future. Then along came Anthony Gonzalez and his non-profit Route 66 IECA group who sold the city on its restoration idea and developed plans to restore and rebuild the service station to look as it did in the 1920’s. For 2 ½ years, fundraisers were held, work was performed, permits filed and finally the service station was ready for unveiling. On a warm and sunny afternoon, the restored service station and new museum was presented to the community. American Legion #535 Honor Guard presented the colors and raised the U.S. American flag on the
newly installed 20-foot flag pole. Gonzalez acted as the events master of ceremonies and thanked the many volunteers for their efforts and work on the preserved station while also thanking the community for all their support and encouragement. The Native Sons of the Golden West were also on hand to thank the group for preserving the history of California and donated a historical plaque which was mounted at the base of the flag pole and described the history of the Cucamonga Service Station. Rancho Cucamonga Mayor Dennis Michael spoke about memories of his family and the service station and its importance to the community and the city. Over $100,000 was raised to restore the building including two replica gas pumps with price signs showing gas prices at 17 cents a gallon. But it was the work of volunteers like Rich Mehas and his construction company which worked long hours with no monetary compensation that made this project even more special. Thanks to people like Anthony Gonzalez, Rich Mehas, the numerous volunteers and the community of Rancho Cucamonga, the restoration of Cucamonga Service Station was a complete success and will remain a part of our community and Route 66 history for another 100 years or more…..
Bosco Tech Senior Earns Spot in 2016 Tournament Roses Honor Band by Karen Krynen Rosemead
Elias Hosseini, a senior at Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech), has earned a spot in the 2016 Tournament of Roses Honor Band, the official band of Pasadena’s Rose Parade. Each year, the Tournament of Roses Honor Band selects its musicians from all over California. Only about 100 places are awarded to high school students. Hosseini, who has played
the trumpet since middle school, serves as drum major of this year’s Bosco Tech marching band. He has participated in the California State University Los Angeles First Chair Honor Band and has attended the California Leadership Academy and System Blue band workshops. Elias also plays in Bosco Tech’s symphonic and jazz bands. “Elias has earned his spot
in the Tournament of Roses Band through his talent, hard work and persistence,” said Daniel Almanza, Bosco Tech’s music program director. “Since his freshman year, he has been one of the hardest working students in the band. The entire Bosco Tech family will be proud to see him on New Year’s Day!”
San Gabriel to Host Fall Fun Festival by Lauren Gold San Gabriel
The San Gabriel Community Services Department will host the second annual Fall Fun Festival on Friday, Oct. 30 from 5-9 p.m. in the Mission District. The city invites locals to come celebrate Halloween with a host of fun fallthemed activities. The event will feature a pumpkin patch, a costume contest, free family photos, kids’ activities, a pumpkin drop, games, trick-or-treating, free food and spooky silent films in the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse accompanied by the sounds of the mighty Wurlitzer organ. Gabrielino High School students will also put on a special “Haunted Zone” in Grapevine Arbor Park that will include a maze and other spooky activities for older children (recommend-
ed ages 12 and up). The festival is free to attend and goes from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the historic Mission District, 320 S Mission Drive. The Haunted Zone begins at 6:30 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. in Grapevine Arbor Park and the Adult Recreation Center, 324 S Mission Drive. Costume contest registration ends at 6 p.m. and awards will be given out at 7:15 p.m. The pumpkin drop will begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information on the City of San Gabriel, visit our website at www. sangabrielcity.com or follow us social media @ SanGabrielCity on Twitter, Facebook.com/CityofSanGabriel, Instagram.com/ SanGabrielCity or weibo. com/sangabrielcity.
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Trick? Or Treat? American Pharoah and Beholder Compete Halloween Day by Annick J. Downhower Arcadia
The 32nd running of the Breeders’ Cup will be this Friday, October 30 and Saturday, October 31 at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Halloween Day’s $5million, 1 ¼ mile Breeders’ Cup Classic promises to be especially exciting. The race features 10 entrants but all eyes will be on horse racing’s reigning king and queen, American Pharoah and Beholder, as they compete to make history. The forecast for Keeneland on October 31 is partly cloudy with temperatures around 60°. Known worldwide for its thoroughbred auctions, this is the first time
the historic racetrack will host the Breeders’ Cup. It more than tripled its reserved seating specifically for this event and is expecting sold-out crowds both days. American Pharoah has been exercising in the early morning at Santa Anita. Monday, October 26 was to be his final workout before the Classic. Pharoah was scheduled to ship to Keeneland on Tuesday, October 27 (after the deadline for this article). Trainer Bob Baffert has been pleased by Pharoah’s preps, telling Bloodhorse.com, “I really feel good
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about the way he’s coming into this race.” If Pharoah wins the Classic, he’ll be the first horse to win a racing Grand Slam – the Triple Crown plus the Breeders’ Cup Classic. But, no matter the outcome, the Classic will be the final race of his career. American Pharoah is to retire to stud as of November 1. Beholder arrived at Keeneland October 19 and gave trainer Richard Mandella and her owners a bit of a déjà vu scare. Early on October 20, she developed a 1° fever. Prior to last year’s Breeders’ Cup, she also ran Breeders Cup continued on page 11
Eskew’s 2nd graders represented their classroom, La Primaria School, the Mountain View School District and the city of El Monte greatly as they competed against students from Australia, Germany, United Kingdom, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand, Pakistan, Nigeria, United Arab Emirates, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt and more. The World Education Games are the “Olympics of Education” and while players charge through more than 1.5 billion questions, they also earn points redeemable as a donation to UNICEF’s global programs to encourage schooling and lift children from poverty.
“Playing the game is fun,” said 2nd grader, Emanuel Aguilar, who was in 31st place among all the 2nd grade competitors on the second day of the competition. “I like the science questions the best. It’s a fun way to learn.” Eskew was very proud of her students for their excellent achievement. “The World Education Games are really beneficial for the students,” said Eskew. “They enjoy competing against students from across the globe and they feel confident and gain selfesteem as they answer the questions. The questions are pretty challenging and I’m so proud of my students for their working so hard and exceling in all three areas.”
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Joe T.’s Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
In baseball when a player bats in a 1,000 runs during his career, you know he's had a good career. If he collects 3,000 hits, you know he's had a great career. Every sport has its milestones. A magic mark that is the difference between ordinary and extraordinary. In high school football if a coach last's long enough to reach a hundred wins, then you know he's had a special run in his position. Arroyo's Jim Singiser has won 95 games as the Knights head football coach. The program was required to forfeit three games it won a year ago. This came after self-reporting false information given by someone on its roster. So if you want to keep the win total at 95 (which the Mid Valley sports staff does) or knock it down to 92, expect Singiser to reach the hundred win plateau at some point during the 2016 season. A hundred wins is not easy, but compared to what it takes to get there it looks like a walk in the park. A walk in the park when you think in terms of year-long commitment to players, preparation, and staff. Dealing with administrative issues, balancing career with family, and fulfilling the roll of mentor/father figure all while trying to maintain personal sanity. In twenty years of covering prep football the best thing I've seen might not be a touchdown or a big game, but the coaches that care enough to keep doing the job season after season. As was shared with me a long time ago by then South Hills head coach Steve Bogan, "Coaches are not appreciated as being teachers, but that's what they are." ***Mid-Bits (Same as tidbits) ***Everyone has an opinion on former NBA star Lamar Odom, his coma, his drug addiction, his being found in a brothel, and Chloe Kardashian. I don't. All I hope is the guy finds some peace in his life. It's obvious basketball, drugs, sex, and fame didn't give it to him. A lesson for everyone to remember. Happy Birthday this week to: 10/29: Former Arcadia quarterback Kevan Walker turns 26. (If you have a sports birthday you'd like acknowledged drop me a line at the address below):
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Arcadia Beaten by Burbank by Rich Whittington Arcadia
The Burbank Bulldogs ran their way to a, 31-8, victory over the host Arcadia Apaches in a key Pacific League contest Friday night at Salter Stadium. Passing played a minimal role as the majority of the points produced came by either running or kicking the ball. Burbank opened the scoring when Andrew Reyes found the end zone at the end of a 17-yard run late in
the first quarter. Arcadia answered when Nico Hillier connected with Jahlique Stephens on a short 2-yard pass with 36-seconds remaining in the opening period. The Apaches took an 8-7 lead as Hillier successfully converted the twopoint conversion. The remainder of the contest belonged to the Bulldogs. They added two more rushing touchdowns cour-
tesy of Nick Warren. Warren finished with 60 yards on 17 carries to go with his scores. The other Burbank touchdown was added by Forrest Fajardo, who returned an Apache punt 42-yards to paydirt. The balance of the game’s scoring came off the foot of Bulldog kicker Andrew Hank, who successfully converted four point after attempts and a 29-yard field goal.
Arcadia quarterback Nico Hillier getting ready to uncork a fastball on Friday night.Photo by Doug Brown
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Locals playing college football met on Saturday night. Michael Sahagun (Redlands/Rosemead) and Alex Villalobos (La Verne/ San Gabriel) stand together after La Verne’s 49-42 win this weekend.
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
Now it's the Angelus League that is psycho. At first glance it's a surprise that St. Francis beat Cathedral so handily. I mean wasn't Cathedral undefeated and knocking over everything in its path? Well, yeah but take a look at what's been going on with the Golden Knights. In the league opener they lost to Salesian sure...in double overtime. Then they fell to Harvard-Westlake on a last second Hail Mary 27-21. “It happened right over here in the corner of the end zone,” a member of the St. Francis chain gang told me Friday night during the Cathedral game. “I've never seen anything like it.” Instead of fighting for their playoff lives, St. Francis could have been, maybe should have been, undefeated in league with a win over the Phantoms. So the 31-14 home victory over Cathedral wasn't as much of a shock as it might seem. Yes, the Cathedral suspensions, mainly players on the offensive line, did play a part in the Phantoms defeat. But St. Francis would have won anyway...at least on Friday night. They were better on offense, defense and especially on special teams. I always forget what a perfect setting Friedman Field is for high school football until I make my way down to the field. With the field set down in a valley against the backdrop of home stands that leads up to the campus is incredible. The Golden Knight fans might be the most loyal in the area. St. Francis' wide receiver Jasher Foster is the true definition of an athlete. Dude is a touchdown waiting to happen. St. Francis running back Jace Harrick is the nephew of former Pepperdine/ UCLA head coach Jim Harrick. He's also a pretty darn good back. Cathedral's Andrew Tovar is a good quarterback but his numbers wouldn't be what they are if not for a couple of guys named Jamire Calvin and Renard Bell. Just throwing it out there, but shouldn't Phantom running back Kameron Johnson be getting more than five carries per game? Now back to the psycho league. Harvard-Westlake is 3-0, Cathedral and St. Paul (yes St. Paul) are 2-1 and St. Francis and Salesian are 1-2. So who has the inside track? Hard to say but it appears anybody can beat anybody else on any given
Duarte Olympians Win Big in Soccer by Tim Hawkins Duarte
Friday night. St. Francis beat Cathedral but lost to Salesian, while Cathedral beat Salesian handily. St. Paul beat Salesian which of course beat St. Francis. Keep an eye on this week's Angelus League games. St. Paul is at St. Francis, Salesian is at La Salle while Cathedral is at Harvard-Westlake. It should be cleared up by then...or not. **Warren took control of the San Gabriel Valley League with a huge win over Downey Friday night. I guess the Bears were right. They aren't just “simply another victim.” That's my principle. Tim can be reached at: tim@midvalleysports.com or Twitter @tspeterson40.
Wk 08 Scores (Local Teams in Bold) Thursday, October 22 Miramonte League Bassett 48 La Puente 6 Montview League Azusa 28 Duarte 26 Mission Valley League Gabrielino 42 Pasadena Marshall 36 Mission Valley League South El Monte 50 Pasadena Marshall 6 Prep League Rio Hondo Prep 69 Firebaugh 7 Friday, October 23 Rio Hondo League Monrovia 56 Temple City 0 Mission Valley Rosemead 41 El Monte 34 Gabrielino 41 Mt. View 38 Almont League Alhambra 41 Keppel 14 Montebello 37 San Gabriel 8 Montview League Baldwin Park 34 Gladstone 6 Sierra Vista 28 Workman 27 Pacific League Burbank 31 Arcadia 8 Santa Fe League St. Anthony 66 Bosco Tech 6 (Arroyo on a bye week)
Every year the Special Olympics of San Gabriel Valley host’s a soccer tournament. Schools from all over the area compete in age groups ranging from elementary school to high school. The event was held at Walnut Ranch Sport Park in the City of Walnut. Every bracket has four teams. Each team receives ribbons according to the place they take, first through fourth. In the high school division there were four teams from the SGV area. The first game of the day had inner school rivals Duarte High School Falcons (the 18-22 year old Adult Transition Students) vs Duarte High School CBI (Community Based Involvement class 14-18 years old). The game was tight from the start with CBI winning it 5-4. The second game in this group pit returning finalist John Muir High School (Pasadena) vs Diamond Ranch High School (Pomona). After back and forth action Diamond Ranch won 7-6 to reach the finals. The finals were dominated by the defending champion Duarte High School CBI winning 8-3. In the third and fourth place game the Duarte Falcons won with a solid 5-3 win to bring home third.
Above photo courtesy of Tim Hawkins
The champion Duarte High School CBI team. Photo courtesy of Tim Hawkins
'The Mid' Football Top 10
El Monte has fallen out of the Top Ten and is holding on to save its 2015 season. Photo by Duane Barker
In a bad year of football, it was actually a good week for local teams. Except for Arcadia, teams that needed to win got one. Bassett is playing good football and Baldwin Park, a team that wasn’t supposed to compete, keeps on finding a way. We don’t know how long they will be there, but we’d like to welcome the South El Monte Eagles to the Top Ten for the first time this season. Arroyo was on a bye week and Rosemead held on against El Monte. Both of these schools are undefeated in Mission Valley League play. Expect them to remain that way when they face off Week Ten to battle for the MVL crown and decide the fate of the world.
1. Arroyo (6-2) 2. Bassett (6-2)
3. Monrovia (5-3)
8. Alhambra (4-4)
4. Arcadia (4-4)
9. South El Monte (2-6)
5. Baldwin Park (4-3)
10. Mt. View (4-4)
6. Rosemead (4-4) 7. Rio Hondo Prep (4-3)
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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE Cathay Bank Distinguished Student El Monte High School
Walking the path of great lions before us, El Monte High School is proud to recognize Julian Valera. Julian excels in the classroom, athletic field and as an active volunteer in our community. Through his commitment to excellence he is a positive role model to his peers both on and off the field. You can find Julian on the weekends volunteering at local organizations. Congratulations Julian. Julian Valera
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Thousands to take part in City of Hope’s Walk for Hope to fight Women's Cancers
Breeders' Cups continued from page 6
by Denise Heady Duarte
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a fever, that time due to a lung infection; it resulted in her being scratched from the 2014 Distaff. Fortunately, this time Beholder has recovered, performing well in an October 22 gallop at Keeneland. She will face nine male rivals in the Classic, hoping to repeat her performance in Del Mar’s Pacific Classic where she blew past the boys. If Beholder wins the Breeders’ Cup Classic, she will be only the second female to do so (Zenyatta was the
first) and she will be the first horse to win three different Breeders’ Cup races, having won the 2012 Juvenile Fillies and the 2013 Distaff. Both American Pharoah and Beholder are facing impressive rivals, including Keen Ice who beat American Pharoah in the Travers Stakes. As of October 19, the Wynn Las Vegas oddsmakers were placing American Pharoah as first choice, Beholder as second, with Tonalist and Honor Code tied for third.
To catch all the racing action, Southern California fans have a few options this Saturday. They can head to Santa Anita for simulcast wagering and an $800,000 Breeders’ Cup handicapping tournament, the largest in the nation. Or, drive down to Del Mar to see the Bing Crosby Season’s live racing plus Breeders’ Cup simulcast betting. A third option is to tune in to NBC from 1 to 3 PM for live TV coverage including the Classic.
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On Nov. 8, thousands of cancer survivors, patients, families and friends will gather at City of Hope for one purpose: to raise money for, and awareness of, women's cancers. Together, at the annual Walk for Hope, they'll cheer, support, honor and commemorate mothers, wives, daughters, sisters, aunts and friends who have fought, or even will fight, women's cancers. The 19th annual signature event – a 5K/2K walk through the heart of City of Hope’s campus – will be hosted by actress and author Alison Sweeney, a longtime supporter and Fitness Ambassador for City of Hope. Sweeney is also part of the ARM & HAMMER™ Truly Radiant™ campaign, benefitting City of Hope. The fundraising walk for women’s cancers is unique in that it’s held in the same location where breakthrough research is conducted and where lifesaving treatment is delivered. A highlight of the event is the opportunity to wave, cheer and salute cancer patients watching from City of Hope Helford Clinical Research Hospital. City of Hope’s
Walk for Hope, presented by Staples, raises funds for research into breast and other women’s cancers and is the cornerstone of the institution’s national Walk for Hope series. That series has now raised more than $37 million for City of Hope's Women's Cancers Program and is the only walk series that benefits research, treatment and education programs for all cancers affecting women. "At City of Hope, our research creates new cancer treatments that benefit women everywhere. The supporters of that research quite clearly save lives,” said Joanne Mortimer, M.D., director of City of Hope's Women's Cancers Program. “We are grateful for the funding raised through Walk for Hope, which enables us to provide a continuum of care — from research to risk assessment, prevention, treatment, education and survivorship." Women’s cancers will affect one in three women in her lifetime. One of those women is cancer survivor Allisa Miller, diagnosed with ovarian cancer at age
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El Monte City School District’s Durfee School Double Celebration by Arlene Bury El Monte
El Monte City School District’s Durfee School enjoyed a double celebration this week. Students, staff, parents and dignitaries gathered for both the Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Phase 1 of Durfee’s new construction and the Groundbreaking Ceremony for Phase 2. Adorned with ribbons and balloons, Durfee’s new band shell served as the venue for the celebration. Durfee middle school students created banners that read "Durfee says....thank you." The thank you went out to the community - especially the voters who accepted the bond measures that made the building and modernization of Durfee School possible. Dr. Maribel Garcia, EMCSD Superintendent, served as the master of ceremonies for the event. She welcomed the crowd and said “I want to thank this community for investing in our students, their future and helping to create environments where teaching and learning can truly be trans-
formed.” The Durfee choir, dressed in bright red polo style shirts, sang The Star-Spangled Banner as the Durfee band accompanied them. Both groups were under the direction of music teacher, Suzanne Brown. ASB President Daejah Madera spoke on behalf of the Durfee students. She thanked the voters and told the crowd how grateful she was to be seated in comfortable air-conditioned classrooms with her "…awesome teachers being able to use the latest in teaching technology." EMCSD Board President Roberto Cruz spoke briefly and also thanked the voters. Board member Jennifer Cobian reminded the students that these buildings were for them and to take advantage of the new modern learning environment. Kris Olafsson, EMCSD Deputy Superintendent, spoke about the responsibilities and financial accountability of the school district. Olafsson acknowledged
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architects Westberg+White, construction contractors R.C. Construction and Royal Construction Corporation and Asaleh Project Management. Olafsson, accompanied by School Board members, conducted the unveiling of the permanent plaque to commemorate Phase 1 of construction. School board members along with the District leadership team partici-
pated in the ribbon cutting that symbolized the opening of the newly constructed school. The attention of the crowd was then steered in another direction. Board and District leadership members walked over to the construction site. Wielding golden shovels, wearing neon green vests and construction hard hats, they eagerly dug into the ground, officially declar-
ing the Groundbreaking of Phase 2 construction. Currently, Durfee kindergarten through second grade students are accommodated at the former Norwood School site - referred to as Durfee K2. Completion of Phase 2 of construction is scheduled for December 2016. EMCSD looks forward to having all of Durfee students together back under one brand new roof!
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Uncovered $1-million FRAUD by city staff that raised your water & power rates He led the recruiting of our first El Monte Latino Chief of Police in 100 YEARS! Saved July 4th fireworks program, generated $209,000 in new revenue He’s forcing Financial Audits to ensure all City departments DON’T OVERSPEND
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He led the fight that’s BRINGING US OUR OWN WALMART! He’s ENDORSED by the San Gabriel Valley Business Federation He’s leading efforts to REDUCE your utility bills, the highest in California right now He will force city staff to finally MEET ALL financial record keeping laws
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The Candidates Bio's for the November 3rd Election Dear Editor, No matter where they are attending school in the Greater El Monte area, The El Monte Promise provides financial, technical, social and counseling assistance to El Monte children from first
Art Barrios, please go to www. midvalleynews.com for the candidates full Bio.
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My 14 years of dedication and commitment to our El Monte’s Children and Families gives me the motivation to run for the El Monte City School Board. For this reason I will strive to ensure the following...:
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What's in the Stars??
Sudoku Solution for Sudoku in issue 11.04.15
Aries Contact with a lot of friends may take place today. Invitations to social events could come your way.
Taurus Today’s intense celestial energy will help you make progress toward your goals.
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Virgo Money and creativity are successfully joined today. You might make money from a completed project, or you could receive some money to finance a project.
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NOTICE OF LIEN SALE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15-659898-BF Order No.: 150031650-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN IVONNE SALVADOR JOSE FRORES F SERNA A DEED OF TRUST DATED BY THE UNDERSIGNED THAT BOXES, BAGS, PICTURES BIKE , BOXES ,BAG , CHAIR 11/5/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE A PUBLIC LIEN SALE OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PERCUHAUHTEMOC BARRIOS NATALIE FARIAS ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR SONAL PROPERTY WILL BE BOXES, WHEELCHAIR BED , BOXES PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED HELD AT THE HOUR OF 11:00 STEPHEN RODRIGEZ JOHN MARK QUIRIN AN EXPLANATION OF THE NAAM ON THE DAY OF NOVEMBER FRIDGE, BOXES, BOXES BOXES ,TOYS TURE OF THE PROCEEDING 3RD 2015 AT 11310 STEWART AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD ST CITY OF EL MONTE, STATE ROBERT LEMOS ROMO HAILEY SANDRA MIN OF CALIFORNIA. THE PROPLUGGUGE, CLOTHES LUGGUGE , BOXES, TOTES CONTACT A LAWYER. A public ERTY IS STORED BY EL MONTE auction sale to the highest bidder STORAGE – EL MONTE, LOCATROBERT ARRON KANELL MAUREEN ANN MARTINEZ for cash, cashier’s check drawn ED AT 11310 STEWART ST EL BAGS BOXES, FRIDGE, on a state or national bank, check MONTE CA 91731 VACUUME,CHAIR drawn by state or federal credit ISDIDRO VALENCIA NAME TOOLS, SAFE ANA TELLO union, or a check drawn by a state DESCRIPTION OF GOODS: KIDS TOYS ,TV ,CLOTHES or federal savings and loan assoART PEREZ ,BABY ITEMS , AC UNIT ciation, or savings association, or RUBY ONG BAGS savings bank specified in Section BOXES, LUGGUGE, ANDREW L SANCHEZ 5102 to the Financial Code and FLATSCREENTV EDMUND SIERRA WASHER , DRYER , BIKES ,TV, CANES , BOXES BOXES ,FURNITURE authorized to do business in this MARTA C DE VEGA state, will be held by duly appointFURNITURE , BOXES ,BIKE GRICELDA Y PEREZ MARIA CLAUDIA TELLES ed trustee. The sale will be made, BARREL FURNITURE , BEDS, FRIDGE, but without covenant or warranty, JONATHAN HAWES BAGS , BOXES expressed or implied, regarding BOXES , PRINTER ,CAR PARTS ANGEL E JUAREZ BAGS , PLANTS , BOXES ANGELA JONES title, possession, or encumbrancRIENOLDS LZZARRAGA WHEELCHAIR , BOXES, es, to pay the remaining principal BOXES LAWRANCE KWAN LUGGGAGE sum of the note(s) secured by the BOXES , BOOKS Deed of Trust, with interest and GENARO HERNANDEZ THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN IN AClate charges thereon, as provided TV, DESK ,FURNITURE ,BOXES ANA RAMIREZ CORDANCE WITH THE PROVIAPPLIANCES , BBQ ,BOXES, SIONS OF SECTION 21700 ET in the note(s), advances, under the JORGE FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ BED SAQ OF THE BUSINESS & PROterms of the Deed of Trust, interCLOTHES ,BOXES FESSION CODE OF THE STATE est thereon, fees, charges and JUAN CENTINA OF CALIFORNIA. expenses of the Trustee for the KATHERINE L WILT BOXES . BED , BAGS total amount (at the time of the BOXES ,MICROWAVE AUCTIONEER’S NAME AND #: ELAINA JACKSON AMERICAN AUCTIONEERS initial publication of the Notice of SANDRA VASQUEZ CHAIR , DESK , BOX DAN DOTSON BLA6401723 Sale) reasonably estimated to be CHINA HUTCH, VACUMME, set forth below. The amount may BOXES PERLA CAROLINA DATED: October 16, 2015 be greater on the day of sale. LOPEZ BIKE , BOXES , by: JOANNA DEL REAL BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO DAN CHODOS FURNITURE MARSHALL AMPS, FRIDGE , 10/21/15 & 10/28/2015 BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL BOXES JIANGINING LUI MID VALLEY NEWS AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ART BED , FURNITURE , OCARIZ, A SINGLE MAN RecordJOSEH RAMIREZ SNOWBOARD, BOXES ed: 11/17/2004 as Instrument No. MICROVEWAVE BOXES, LAMPS 04 2980095 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS ANGELES County, California; NOTICE OF LIEN SALE BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Date of Sale: 11/4/2015 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the File No. 2015247950. ORIGINAL Notice is given that pursuant to fountain located in Civic CenFILING. The following person(s) is sections 21700-21713 of the Busiter Plaza, located at 400 Civic (are) doing business as: ness and Professions Code, SecSANCHEZ FAMILY ENTERPRISES Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 tion 2328 of the Commercial Code, 1000 LAKES DRIVE STE. 165 Amount of unpaid balance and othSection 535 of the Penal Code, that W. COVINA CA. 91790 My Self Storage Space formally er charges: $249,089.25 The purLA COUNTY. known as Wells Cargo Self Storported property address is: 12046 age at 901 W. Service Ave., West CHERRYLEE DRIVE, EL MONTE, MC DONALD’S RESTAURANTS Covina, Ca. 91790 will sell by com1000 LAKES DRIVE STE. 165 CA 91732 Assessor’s Parcel No.: petitive bidding, on or after NovemW. COVINA CA. 91790 8547-007-014 NOTICE TO POber 10, 2015 at 10:30 a.m., propLA COUNTY. TENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are erty belonging to those listed below. Registered Owner(s): considering bidding on this properAuction is to be held at the above DEAN R. SANCHEZ ty lien, you should understand that 801 S. HOPE ST. APT. 2012 address. Property to be sold as folLOS ANGELES CA. 90017 lows: household goods, furniture, there are risks involved in bidding personal items, clothing, electronics, at a trustee auction. You will be bidBEVERLY A. SANCHEZ tools, auto parts and miscellaneous ding on a lien, not on the property 2150 TURNBULL CANYON RD. boxes, belonging to the following. itself. Placing the highest bid at a HACIENDA HEIGHTS CA. 91745 trustee auction does not automatiGuzman, Noemi ROBERT E. SANCHEZ cally entitle you to free and clear Bernal, Precious 2150 TURNBULL CANYON RD. ownership of the property. You Brooks, Julieta HACIENDA HEIGHTS CA. 91745 should also be aware that the lien Diaz, Nicole being auctioned off may be a junior Ferguson, Michel This business is conducted by A Ketchens, Andrea lien. If you are the highest bidder at GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. RegLawrence, Ameer istrant has commenced to transact the auction, you are or may be reLopez, Julio business under the fictitious business sponsible for paying off all liens sename on DEAN R. SANCHEZ, Nolasco, Luis nior to the lien being auctioned off, TITLE; PARTNER. Odell, Gilbert before you can receive clear title to Pena, Brenda M. the property. You are encouraged Notice – In accordance with subdiviWeatherspoon, Wilbur sion (a) of section 17920, A Fictitious to investigate the existence, priorYanis, Tommy Name Statement generally expires ity, and size of outstanding liens Coto, Guadalupe at the end of five years from the date Iloilo, Tracy that may exist on this property by on which it was filed in the office of Johnson, Amie contacting the county recorder’s the County Clerk, except as provided Lange, Chris office or a title insurance company, in subdivision (b) of section 17920, Lopez, John where it expires 40 Days after any either of which may charge you a Pompa Hernandez, Fernando change in the facts set forth in the fee for this information. If you conSage, Claudia statement pursuant to section 17913 sult either of these resources, you Vallejo, Noemy other than a change in the residence should be aware that the same Watkins, Bryon L. address of a registered Owner. A new fictitious Business Name Statement Alvarado, Melissa must be filed before the expiration. Bieschke, Julianne Effective January 1, 2014, The FictiCoffey, Carolyn tious Business Name statement must Guzman, Vanessa be accompanied by the affidavit of Hall, Jr., Richard identity form. Herrera, Beatrice Johnson, Natasha The filing of this statement does not Lopez, Art of itself authorize the use in this State Mennie, Taylor of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Meza, Sergio R. Montez, Gina Federal, State or common law (See Nunez, Edward J. Section 14411 et seq., Business and Randall, Theodore Professions Code). Rivera, Brenda Dean C. Logan, Rodriguez, Juan Los Angeles County Clerk. Sward, Gary By: ___________, Deputy 10-21-2015 & 10-28-2015 Published The Notice: MID VALLEY NEWS 09.30.2015, 10.07.2015 10.14.2015, 10.21.2015 MID VALLEY NEWS NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE BUSINESS AND PROFESSION CODE 21700
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lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916.939.0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA15-659898-BF . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916.939.0772 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-659898-BF IDSPub #0093293 10/14/2015 10/21/2015 10/28/2015 MID VALLEY NEWS
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CIUDAD DE EL MONTE ELECCIONES MUNICIPALES GENERALES CONSOLIDADAS AVISO DE CANDIDATOS A CARGOS PÚBLICOS
THÀNH PHỐ EL MONTE TỔNG TUYỂN CỬ THÀNH PHỐ KẾT HỢP THÔNG BÁO VỀ NHỮNG NGƯỜI ĐƯỢC ĐỀ CỬ VÀO CHỨC VỤ CÔNG
Walk for Hope continued from page 11
29. Miller went to City of Hope for a second opinion and found reassurance and POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE SE COMUNICA que se ha nombrado a las siguientes personas para ocupar los cargos que se elegirán en las Elecciones Municipales THEO ĐÂY LÀ THÔNG BÁO rằng những người sau đây đã được đề cử ra tranh comfort as soon as she Generales Consolidadas de la ciudad de El Monte, cuyos votos se contarán en la vào các chức vụ cần được điền khuyết trong kỳ Tổng Tuyển Cử Thành Phố Kết walked through the doors. ciudad de Norwalk el martes 3 de noviembre de 2015. Hợp của Thành Phố El Monte sẽ được đếm phiếu tại Thành Phố Norwalk vào ngày Thứ Ba, 3 Tháng Mười Một, 2015. Two years later, Miller is now cancer-free. PARA ALCALDE Vote por UNO THỊ TRƯỞNG Bầu cho MỘT “I have triumphed over Norma Macías cancer. I could not have Miembro del Concejo Municipal / Directora de Instalaciones Norma Macias Ủy Viên Hội Đồng Thành Phố / Giám Đốc Cơ Sở done it without my friends Andre Quintero and family, my faith and the Alcalde / Fiscal Penal Andre Quintero Thị Trưởng / Công Tố Viên Hình Sự caregivers at City of Hope,” said Miller. “I needed a PARA MIEMBRO DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL Vote por no más de DOS ỦY VIÊN HỘI ĐỒNG THÀNH PHỐ Bầu tối đa cho HAI strong team behind me, and Jerry Velasco Jerry Velasco clearly City of Hope was Tesorero / Empresario Thủ Quỹ / Thương Gia that team.” Art Barrios Art Barrios With an expected 10,000 Comisionado de Planificación Ủy Viên Kế Hoạch participants this year, Walk Bart Patel Bart Patel for Hope will celebrate Miembro del Concejo Municipal / Contador / Propietario de Empresa Ủy Viên Hội Đồng Thành Phố / Kế Toán Viên / Chủ Thương Nghiệp the collaboration between Victoria “Vicky” Martínez Victoria “Vicky” Martinez researchers, patients and the Miembro del Concejo Municipal / Empresaria Nữ Ủy Viên Hội Đồng Thành Phố / Nữ Thương community to end women's Notice of Nominees/ 2015/ Spanish Notice of Nominees/2015/Vietnamese cancers. New to the event this year 엘몬테시 埃爾蒙提市 will be the Survivors PavilNotice of Nominees 2015 Notice of Nominees 2015 통합 시 총선거용 ion, proudly supported by 統一市級普選 LUNGSOD NG EL MONTE NOTICE OF NOMINEES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE 공직자 후보에 대한 공지 BEHR®, and an official finPINAGSAMANG PANGKALAHATANG HALALANG MUNISIPAL CONSOLIDATED GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION 公職提名人通知 PAUNAWA NG MGA IMINUNGKAHI PARA SA NOVEMBER 3, 2015 ish line presented by ARM PAMPUBLIKONG KATUNGKULAN & HAMMER™ Truly RadiNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: the following persons have been nominated for the ant™. In addition, the event ANG PAUNAWA SA PAMAMAGITAN NITO na ang mga suoffices designated to be filled at the City of El Monte Consolidated General Munic2015 년 11 월AY3IBINIBIGAY 일, 화요일에 놀웍시에서 집계될 엘몬테시 통합 시 총선거를 통해 特此通知，下列人士已被提名擔任將於 年 11 月 3 日（星期二）在諾沃克市 will feature an expo area, musunod na tao ay iminungkahi para sa mga katungkulang itinalagang punuan ipal Election to be counted in the City of Norwalk on Tuesday,2015 November 3, 2015. sa Pinagsamang Pangkalahatang Munisipal Lungsod 추천되었음을 ng El Monte na 선출될 공직자 후보로Halalang 다음과 같은 ng 분들이 공지합니다. a이에 live music performance, 計票的埃爾蒙提市統一市級普選中任命的職務。 bibilangin sa Lungsod ng Norwalk sa Martes, ika-3 ng Nobyembre, 2015. a special ceremony with a FOR MAYOR Vote for ONE PARA ALKALDE Bumoto ng ISA survivors’ moment, give시장후보 한명만 뽑으세요 Norma Macías Norma Macías 市長 投票選舉一人 aways, an interactive photo Miembro del Concejo Municipal / Directora de Instalaciones Councilmember / Director of Public School Facilities booth and food trucks. Andre Quintero Andre Quintero Norma Macias Event-day festivities begin Alcalde / Fiscal Penal Norma Macias Mayor / Criminal Prosecuter 시의원/시설물 디렉터 at 8 a.m., opening ceremony 市議員/設施主管 PARA MIYEMBRO NG KONSEHO NG LUNGSOD Bumoto ng hindi FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Vote for no more than TWO begins at 9:45 a.m. and hihigit sa DALAWA Jerry Velasco the Walk begins at 10 a.m. Andre Quintero Jerry Velasco Treasurer Quintero / Businessman Andre Online registration closes Ingat-yaman / Negosyante 시장 / 검사 Art Barrios 市長/刑事檢察官 on Saturday, Nov. 7. To regArt Barrios Planning Commissioner ister for Walk for Hope Los Komisyonado ng Pagpaplano Bart Patel Angeles or to donate, visit Bart Patel Councilmember / Accountant / Business Owner www.walk4hope.org. Miyembro ng Konseho / Tagapagtuos / Negosyante 시의원 후보 두명까지만 뽑으세요 Victoria “Vicky” Martínez Councilwoman 市議員 / Businesswoman
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埃爾蒙提市 統一市級普選 公職提名人通知
Art Barrios 規劃專員
特此通知，下列人士已被提名擔任將於 2015 年 11 月 3 日（星期二）在諾沃克市 Bart Patel 計票的埃爾蒙提市統一市級普選中任命的職務。
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Victoria “Vicky” Martinez 시의원 / 사업체 소유주
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Victoria Norma Macias“Vicky” Martinez 市議員/設施主管 市議員/女商人
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE MODIFICATION COMMITTEE
Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626
Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626
TO:
FROM:
All Interested Parties
City of El Monte Planning Commission
PROPERTY LOCATION: 12102 Garvey Avenue / APN: 8565-020-029 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division) APPLICATION: REQUEST:
Conditional Use Permit No. 04-14
A request to establish a new unmanned monopine wireless telecommunications facility within a 465 square foot lease area. The wireless facility would include a total of 12 antennas on a 53 foot high monopine and associated equipment within the lease area. The equipment enclosure will be located approximately 44 feet from Garvey Avenue and the monopine will be located 80 feet from Garvey Avenue. The proposed project will remove a total of 4 parking spaces. The subject property is located in the C-3 (General Commercial) zone. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 17.24 and 17.82 of the El Monte Municipal Code.
APPLICANT & CONTACT PERSON:
Albert Sandoval 10 Pasteur, Suite 100 Irvine, CA 92618
PROPERTY OWNER:
Schork Family Trust 12061 Garvey Avenue El Monte, CA 91732
ENVIRONMENTAL Article 19. Categorical Exemptions - Section 15303 DOCUMENTATION: (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of small structures) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended. PLACE OF Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a HEARING: public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for:
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Rebecca Contreras; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at rcontreras@ elmonteca.gov. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Rebecca Contreras at (626) 258-8626. Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Published on Wednesday, City of El Monte Planning Commission and mailed on: October 28, 2015 Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE MODIFICATION COMMITTEE Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626 TO: FROM:
City of El Monte Modification Committee
PROPERTY LOCATION: 4265 Baldwin Ave. / APN: 8577-005-022 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division) APPLICATION: REQUEST:
Modification No. 24-15 and Modification No. 22-15
The applicant requests the approval of Modification No. 24-15 to construct a 6’-0” high single faced non-illuminated monument sign on the southwest corner of Gidley Street and Baldwin Avenue. The monument sign is to facilitate the MIPCO Industrial Park tenants and Owen Brothers building on 4265 Baldwin Ave. A total of seven (7) tenant spaces will be identified on the proposed monument sign facilitating the following addresses: 4265, 4255, 4201, 4203, 4205, and 4207 Baldwin Avenue. A separate applicant requests the approval of Modification No. 22-15 to construct a 7’-6” wrought iron perimeter fence around an existing parking lot, which will be set back less than 7’ from the street property line. These requests are made pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 17.20 of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC).
APPLICANTS:
Gustavo Flores – Gus Signs Jack Owens 5420 N. Peck Rd. 4265 N. Baldwin Way El Monte, CA 91732 El Monte, CA 91731
PROPERTY OWNER:
Jack Owens 4265 N. Baldwin Way El Monte, CA 91731
ENVIRONMENTAL Article 19. Categorical Exemptions – Section 15303 DOCUMENTATION: (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended. PLACE OF Pursuant to State Law, the Modification Committee will hold a HEARING: public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The hearing is scheduled for:
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Time: 5:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall City Hall West – Conference Room A 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
Modification Permit No. 26-15
A request for a Modification Permit to reduce the rear yard setback from the required ten feet (10’-0”) to 3 feet (3’-0”). The rear yard setback reduction is for the construction of a 580 square foot addition and a 600 square foot three (3) car garage to an existing 1,219 square foot single family residence. The property is located in the R-1A (One-family dwelling) zone. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 17.20 of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC).
PROPERTY OWNER:
Cesar Alvarez 10400 Rio Hondo Parkway El Monte, CA 91733
ENVIRONMENTAL Article 19. Categorical Exemptions – Section 15301 DOCUMENTATION: (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended. PLACE OF Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a HEARING: public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for: Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Time: 5:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall West – Conference Room A 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
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Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Fernando Solis; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at FSolis@ElMonteCA.gov. If you challenge the decision in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Division at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Fernando Solis at FSolis@ElMonteCA.gov or (626)258-8808 Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Published on Wednesday, City of El Monte Modification Committee and mailed on: October 28, 2015 Marcella Magdaleno, Modification Committee Secretary MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION TO:
Abner E. Fuentes 11333 Miloann Street Arcadia, CA 91006
City of El Monte Modification Committee
APPLICANT:
FROM:
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Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626
All Interested Parties
PROPERTY LOCATION: 10400 Rio Hondo Parkway / APN: 8580-002-027 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division) APPLICATION: REQUEST:
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All Interested Parties
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City of El Monte Planning Commission
PROPERTY LOCATION: 9846 Giovane Street / APN: 8102-004-006 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division) APPLICATION: REQUEST:
Tentative Parcel Map No. 72940
A request to subdivide a 10,809 square foot parcel into two (2) residential dwelling lots and a common interest lot for the construction of a Planned Unit Development with two (2) 2-story dwelling units. The subject property is located in the R-3 (Multiple-family dwelling) zone. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 16.12 and 17.40 of the El Monte Municipal Code.
APPLICANT, PROPERTY OWNER & CONTACT PERSON:
Jackie Law P.O. Box 603 Temple City, CA 91780
ENVIRONMENTAL Article 19. Categorical Exemptions - Section 15315 DOCUMENTATION: (Class 15 – Minor Land Divisions) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environ mental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guide lines, as amended. PLACE OF Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a HEARING: public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for:
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Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Ivan Galeazzi; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at igaleazzi@ elmonteca.gov. If you challenge the decision in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Division at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Ivan Galeazzi at (626) 258-8626. Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Rebecca Contreras; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at rcontreras@ elmonteca.gov. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Rebecca Contreras at (626) 258-8626. Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Published and Wednesday, City of El Monte Modification Committee mailed on: October 28, 2015 Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Secretary MID VALLEY NEWS
Published and Wednesday, City of El Monte Planning Commission mailed on: October 28, 2015 Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary MID VALLEY NEWS
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Entertainment Corner Representing America’s Promise in Bridge of Spies by Annick J. Downhower National
America’s founders believed in the right to a fair trial, making it the 6th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Defense lawyers are responsible to see that their clients, guilty or not, are given unbiased hearings. This is the situation insurance lawyer James Donovan faced in 1957 when the New York State Bar Association selected him to represent accused spy Rudolf Abel during the height of the Cold War. Donovan’s belief in the American justice system prompted him to accept the assignment, not knowing where that decision would lead. Based on actual events, “Bridge of Spies,” directed by Steven Spielberg, follows Donovan (Tom Hanks) as he defends Abel (Mark Rylance), later negotiating a spy and prisoner exchange. Like the hero of Spielberg’s
“Schindler’s List,” Donovan plays a crucial role in historic events. Along the way, his ideals and resolve are tested by his co-workers, the CIA, KGB, East German agents, and his family. Donovan is presented as having a very strong sense of purpose, maintaining his belief in the US system, morals and humanity. As he expresses to U2 spy plane pilot Powers near the end of the film, “It doesn’t matter what people think; you know what you did.” The script by Matt Charman and the Coen brothers smoothly transitions between scenes. The trial is linked with schoolchildren learning about the possibility of nuclear holocaust. Powers’ U2 soars into a blue sky while Donovan argues before the Supreme Court that American justice is the “greatest weapon we have in
this war.” Spielberg references film history by framing a shot in front of a West German cineplex where the only movie title in English is “Spartacus,” which also features a hero who takes a risky, principled stand. Hanks is perfect in the role of Donovan, portraying him with appealing confidence and conviction. British-born Russian spy Abel is presented by Rylance as self-contained, with a wry sense of humor and a philosophical outlook. Hanks and Rylance perform well together, respect growing between the two characters as both refuse to betray the ideals they represent. Abel calls Donovan a “standing man” for upholding his beliefs despite challenges placed in his way. Donovan, in turn, argues before the Supreme Court that Abel is an enemy soldier in the Cold War who
Steve Jobs by Glen Maldonado National
With public anticipation running high, Apple Inc. co-founders Steve Jobs played by Michael Fassbender (X-Men: First Class, Prometheus) and Steve "Woz" Wozniak played by
Seth Rogan (The Interview, Superbad) get ready to unveil the first Macintosh in 1984. Jobs must also deal with personal issues related to ex-girlfriend Chrisann Brennan played by
Katherine Waterston (Inherent Vice) and their young daughter Lisa. Eventually fired, Jobs launches NeXT Inc. and prepares to release a new computer model in 1988. Ten years later, Jobs is back at Apple Inc. and about to revolutionize the industry once again with the iMac. Steve Jobs was an innovator he changed the world he made computers look beautiful in a time where looks where not there priority. Jobs failed in many projects but from his failures he was able to use the rubbles and actually design something not just beautiful but powerful as well. He later revolutionized the way we listen to music and the way we used our phones, but the movie doesn’t really touch on that. The film is by far, one of the best films this year. “Steve Jobs” achieved some of the best story telling with its great use of editing. I would like to personally congratulate Elliot Graham from Claremont, California on his exquisite style of editing 3 different events the take place during crucial moments of “Steve jobs.” Acting was huge as well, Fassbender did a great job portraying Jobs. Jeff Daniels (Dumb and Dumber) was great playing John Sculley, Apple’s former CEO. The story is not what we are used
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merits just treatment under the Constitution. The excellent supporting cast includes Scott Shepherd as CIA Agent Hoffman who tries to convince Donovan “we don’t have a rule book,” and Sebastian Koch as Vogel, a representative of the East German regime who wants to assert his new country as a major world player. Composer John Williams was originally slated for the soundtrack but bowed out due to health issues. Thomas Newman’s compositions enhance the many tones of “Bridge of Spies” – solemn, hopeful,
and honorable. Cinematographer Janusz Kaminski lights the scenes with hues that reflect the action – steely blues and grays for intrigue, harsh grays and whites in East Berlin, and warmth in the final scene when Donovan sees New York teens jumping fences and not risking execution by machine gun, unlike their East German counterparts.
to, it delivers a great new style in linear storytelling that worked well. Aaron Sorkin wrote the film from the book of the same name by Walter Isaacson. Sorkin is also known for “The Social Network” and “Moneyball.”
The movie was directed by Danny Boyle known for “Slumdog Millionaire.” “Steve Jobs” delivers a great story with great acting and some of the best editing I have seen, this film will see lots of awards. Grade A+
5 out of 5 stars: Excellentenjoy! MPAA rating: PG-13 for some violence and brief strong language Running time: 2hr., 21min.
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