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“Shining Star” Victim of Paris Attacks by Annick J. Downhower El Monte
Friday, November 13’s despicable terrorist attacks on Paris claimed the life of El Monte resident Nohemi Gonzalez, a 23-year-old design student at California State University Long Beach (CSULB). She was studying in Paris for a semester at Strate College of Design. Gonzalez was shot in a terrorist drive-by attack as she was having dinner with fellow students Friday night. The horrible news was a shock to Gonzalez’s family and the CSULB campus. Her mother, Beatriz Gonzalez, described her only daughter as a “strong young woman.” CSULB President Jane Conoley said the entire campus is “heartbroken.”
Conoley further stated, “Taking the life of an innocent is an assault on our hearts and on our world. Nohemi was an innocent of great promise.” Design professor Michael LaForte called Gonzalez “a shining star… (who) brought joy, happiness and laughter to everyone she Courtesy Photo worked with.” He remembered her as “a mentor to younger Gonzalez’s boyfriend Tim students.” Mraz, family members, and CSULB held a memorial her classmates from the for Gonzalez on Sunday, Design Department. November 15 at the Student Governor Jerry Brown Union, followed by a cansent condolences to Gondlelight vigil at the campus’ zalez’s family and ordered Friendship Walk. Attendees the state capitol flags flown included CSULB President at half-mast in memory of Conoley, French Consulthe victims of the terrorist Generale M. Christophe attacks. Messages of symLemoire, Design Departpathy were extended by US ment Chair Martin Herman, Senator Dianne Feinstein,
California Attorney General Kamala Harris, and LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis. FM radio station 88.1 KKJZ (located on the CSULB campus) played Stevie Ray Vaughn’s song “Riviera Paradise” during Sunday’s “Nothin’ but the Blues” broadcast after receiving a dedication request from one of Gonzalez’s neighbors. It had been Gonzalez’s dream to study in Paris. Southern Californians’ thoughts go out to her family and loved ones at this time of tragic loss.
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El Monte Welcomes Santa Fe Trail Plaza Shopping Center by Valerie Martinez El Monte
The City of El Monte, in partnership with the Festival Companies, hosted the grand opening of the Santa Fe Trail Plaza Shopping Center on November 12. The event included formal ribbon cutting ceremonies celebrating the openings of Superior Grocers and Petco and is the first new shopping center to open in El Monte
in over 20 years. “The addition of the Santa Fe Trail Plaza to the City of El Monte is a major accomplishment,” Mayor Andre Quintero said. “A project of this magnitude establishes a solid commercial infrastructure for businesses seeking a brick and mortar location
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with so many possibilities for long term growth.” The Plaza - located on the
northeast corner of Santa Anita Avenue and Valley Boulevard - is a 110,000 square foot lifestyle shopping center that is slated to include additional retailers including Ross Dress for Less, Chipotle and two dozen other stores and restaurants. “This shopping center provides our residents with access to affordable grocerSanta Fe Trail Plaza continued on page 8
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen As if the time didn’t speed by fast enough, it seems like all the stores are ready to make us think of Christmas with decorations and gifts and we haven’t even had Thanksgiving yet! Of course, planning takes time, and so, many clubs and groups are planning their holiday events. AMERICAN LEGION OF EL MONTE, UNIT 261will present THE LI’L ELVES WORKSHOP, a Christmas Boutique on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at the American Legion Hall, 4542 N. Peck Road, El Monte from 9:00 A.M until 2:00 P.M. Vendors will have a variety of items, many with great gifts for Christmas. Delicious Pozole will be served at $6.00 per bowl and a tamale combo plate for $5.00. Proceeds benefit veteran’s families. There is no charge to enter ‘The Li’l Elves Workshop.’ If interested in a vendors table ($12.00) or for further information, phone Barbara Romero at 626-374-6514. On Friday, November 13, 2015, a press conference was held at the Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center Conference Room, 1011 Baldwin Park Boulevard, Baldwin Park, culminating the 12th ANNUAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CLOTHING COLLECTION CAMPAIGN. The clothing campaign was started in 2003 by Congresswoman Judy Chu as an attempt to obtain clothing for the women in the shelters for abused women and children, so that these women would be able to have clothing suitable to wear to court or for job interviews. The first year the response and appreciation from the women and the shelters was so great, that the program was continued on an annual basis. The Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center has been a sponsor since the program began. The meeting began with a welcome and remarks by Maggie Pierce, Senior Vice President/Area Manager of Kaiser Permanente who then introduced Congresswoman Judy Chu. Congresswoman Chu gave her welcome and conveyed sincere appreciation for all the organizations and groups who participated in the clothing drive and stressed the importance of continuing the effort of domestic violence awareness and prevention. Congresswoman Grace Napolitano, who now partners with
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Congresswoman Chu for the clothing drive was unable to be present, but her representative, District Director Perla Hernandez Trumkul was introduced and brought greetings and remarks from Congresswoman Napolitano. EAST LOS ANGELESMONTEBELLO BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at The Family Promise of San Gabriel Valley Resource Center, Evergreen Baptist Church, 1255 San Gabriel Boulevard, Rosemead. Networking begins at 4:30 p.m. and the dinner/ meeting starts at 5:00 p.m. For further information or dinner reservations Email: lindalwilson@juno.com . East Los Angeles- Montebello BPW President is Nancy Arcuri, Vice President/Program Chairman is Marta Escanuelas; Secretary, Karen Roberson; Treasurer, Bea Palas and Parliamentarian is Linda Wilson. FAMILY PROMISE OF SAN GABRIEL VALLEY helps homeless families via an interfaith network of thirteen host churches and more than five support churches in the San Gabriel Valley. Family Promise has served more than 70 families with more than 100 children since it was formed in 2011. The EL MONTE WOMEN’S CLUB WILL HOLD THEIR MONTHLY MEETING ON Tuesday, November 24, 2015, 11:00 A.M. at the El Monte Women’s Club Lounge, 3130 N. Tyler Avenue, El Monte. President and November Hostess will be Cathi Eredia. Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month except for June, July and August. Women who believe in volunteer community service are warmly welcomed to membership and guests are always welcome. The El Monte Women’s Club was organized in 1902 and Federated in 1903. El Monte W.C. is a member of the San Gabriel Valley District, California Federation and General Federation of Women’s Clubs. El Monte Women’s Club has given over 113 years of volunteer service to the community.
Student's Corner Generation Selfie Pop culture’s current obsession is social media. Media platforms, such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Snap Chat, are a central part of many people’s lives, and just as with anything else in the world, it has its pros and cons. Being an avid user of social media, I could present a strong argument as to why it is a good thing; it helps friends and family to stay in communication, even when far from one another. Nonetheless, common knowledge dictates that social media isn’t all fun and games, and kids are susceptible to its dangers, which includes negative influences. There are very real responsibilities attached to what we post and the manner in which we treat one another. Sadly, most people neglect these duties and focus on what’s most important to them; impressing others.
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Participating in social media is, by nature, a narcissistic activity. I would love to say, on behalf of my generation, that it’s about staying in touch with loved ones, except it isn’t. The whole purpose is to post pictures, videos, etc., then receive likes or favorites. The amount of likes suddenly becomes a competition, and it’s important that you get as many as possible. It’s especially important when it comes to selfies. To post a selfie, a picture taken of oneself, makes you the most vulnerable. You hope people will like it and comment on how pretty you look. You are desperate to be validated. If you don’t consider yourself attractive enough for a selfie on social media, editing apps are hot on the market. Anyone is capable of downloading an app and using it to edit their pictures
until satisfied they look flawless. Features include lightening or tanning skin, whitening teeth, changing eye color, and even adjusting ones weight. If you’re thinking this is changing one’s appearance to look like someone entirely different, you’re absolutely right. Society has decided that it’s important to look perfect, leaving malleable thirteen year olds, just beginning to discover who they are, in a whirlwind of unfeasible standards. My only hope is that action will be taken to educate the youth on how to properly utilize social networking in a way that is both enjoyable and safe for all involved. Oh, wait. Hold that thought. My friend just tagged me in a picture on Instagram and I need to make sure the filter she chose compliments my hair color.
Webb'S Rules Treasured Seasons by Eugene R. Webb
There are good reasons; For our treasured seasons. Time for everything here on earth; Starting from the time of our birth. A time for sharing; As Well as for Caring. A special time for love; And for others we think of. There’s even a time for rest; And realizing you’ve been blessed. Yes, a good time to be living; While you are generously giving. Time to enjoy each season as it comes; While being thoughtful to everyone. For there’s always time to wear a smile; When you remember to go the extra mile.
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What's in the Stars?? Aries Strong forces may make it hard for you to be confident today. You’re so intent on maintaining your freedom that you refuse to yield when you should.
Taurus Take a more adaptable approach. Go with the flow and let things merge on the foundation that has already been established.
Gemini Things are moving in opposite directions, yet you can relate and benefit from all of them.
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ACROSS 1. Hassan Rouhani’s language 6. Filling station filler 9. “____! In the Name of Love” 13. Like closed curtains 14. Paleontologist’s estimate 15. Unit of electrical energy 16. Bitter 17. Between generations? 18. Harbor city of Ancient Rome 19. *Tennis great 21. Kind of can 23. *Golfer Trevino 24. Hefty competitor 25. Island strings 28. Queen of Carthage 30. Mexican ranch 35. Salty septet 37. Chow 39. In no manner 40. Up it in poker 41. Polynesian dance, pl. 43. Like a broken horse 44. Kelly Clarkson and Phillip Phillips 46. Hindu Mr. 47. Julia Roberts’ Brockovich 48. Dairy choice 50. NCAA tourney position 52. “Owner of a Lonely Heart” band 53. Affirmative 55. Indigo extract 57. *1968 Olympic figure skater 61. *Bruce no more 64. Bad car 65. ____ Tzu 67. Be of use 69. Wine ripening 70. Caribou kin 71. Dots and dashes code 72. A ____ ____ move 73. *Result of first LewisHolyfield title fight 74. Like Tin Man after being helped
DOWN 1. Health and Human Services org. 2. Parentheses, e.g. 3. Hard to find 4. Top of a DQ cone 5. Truly 6. Lady singer 7. Eastern title 8. Part of a calyx 9. Average 10. Sounds of reproof 11. Medley 12. Church sound 15. *Bull and Wizard 20. Black Beauty’s cry 22. *Mike Tyson bit one 24. Hungarian stew 25. *Fastest man on Earth 26. Japanese sword fighting 27. To ____ ____ a table 29. Clobber 31. Do, re or mi 32. Characterized by great caution 33. Friend, slang 34. *Credited for crushing Hitler’s myth of Aryan supremacy 36. Narcissist’s love 38. *a.k.a. The Sultan of Swat 42. Napped leather 45. “I’m just ____...” 49. X 51. Electrical current generator 54. End of a shoelace 56. Concluding portion of a poem or essay 57. Old Glory 58. Children’s construction block 59. What exhaust pipes do 60. Opposite of stereo 61. Jester’s remark 62. *____ “The Pearl” Monroe 63. Do like phoenix 66. *He floated like a butterfly? 68. Light-emitting diode
Words may hold charged energy, so be careful what you say and how you say it.
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Leo Either way you choose, you have strength to work with, so stop agonizing over your decision.
Virgo You may feel like someone is giving you an emotional slap. Don’t immediately react by putting up your defenses.
Libra You may feel like your battery has run out of juice today. You may ask yourself if what you’re doing is worth it.
Scorpio Reevaluate just what it is that you’re working for. If it’s fun and relaxation you’re after, maybe you’re passing it by without even realizing it.
Sagittarius There’s power when you discover how to be part of two opposing teams.
Capricorn You have a flexible nature. Other people may be just as malleable as you, but now is your chance to take the lead. You’re at the starting line waiting for the race to start.
Aquarius Your power to transform your life is potent. There are many options available to you even though it may not seem like it.
Pisces It may seem like everything is moving counter to your trajectory. While you want to move south, the wind blows west. This doesn’t mean you should give up on your goal.
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‘Time Jockey’ Storage Rates by Joe Castillo
Evolution …. Wells Fargo became one of the largest banks in the world by providing delivery and storage services for miners during the California Gold Rush. Initially, Wells Fargo provided express delivery services for mail and other package delivery in Northern California. But in time, the demand for banking storage services was needed and Wells Fargo was more than willing to provide it. The miners needed someone to take care of their money and it was common for riders to bring two horses loaded with gold dust to start from Stockton and arrive in Sacramento. The miners were not able to handle the safekeeping of their dust and sought Wells Fargo offices to store their dust in various types of deposit accounts. For regular deposit accounts, Wells Fargo agreed to store a miner’s gold dust for ½ percent a month and the miner had access to it anytime he wanted. For a premium account, a miner could store his dust in a sealed bag with his name on it, and secure it within a Wells Fargo safe for as long as the miner wanted. The premium service cost 1% a month. The only security given to the depositor was a receipt stating the weight of the deposit he had left. This new banking service provided the transition for Wells Fargo to move from an express and delivery service to a new bank and deposit service. For more than 50 years, Wells Fargo ran both businesses until Edward H. Harriman realized that the Bank had more assets than deposits and separated the express and banking businesses….. Green Hornet…. As I was rehabilitating last week after my unfortunate knee injury, I became hooked on watching re-runs of the “Green Hornet” TV show. The show ran for 26 episodes from 1966-1967 and starred Van Williams as Britt Reid/Green Hornet and Bruce Lee as his associate Kato. In the series, the Green Hornet portrayed a criminal but in reality he was actually the local newspaper publisher who uses the disguise to infiltrate criminal organizations. Designed after characters named from other series during the 1940’s and 50’s, Reid shares the
same last name as Dan Reid, the stage nephew of the Lone Ranger. Reid’s chauffeur was played by the character named Kato and was performed by Bruce Lee. Lee was a martial artist who gained fame after the “Green Hornet” series in a number of motion pictures. As his artistic demand began to grow, Lee gained greater recognition throughout the motion picture industry. He passed away in 1973 at the age of 33 after suffering from headaches and seizures. The pallbearers at his funeral included Steve McQueen, James Coburn, Chuck Norris and George Lazenby. The show followed the same comic, action hero shows of that era with the Batman series providing the leading format for others to follow. It was a great way to take my mind off the pain in my knee and to recollect some of my past memories….
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San Gabriel Secures 3.8 Million for Street Repair by Lauren Gold San Gabriel
The City of San Gabriel this week secured a $3.8 million loan from the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank (IBank) to accelerate much-needed street repair projects. The city has been working to obtain the IBank loan for more than a year. By collaborating with the state agency, the city was able to gain low cost access to the money needed to advance these important projects. The funds became available on May 1 and the city received the final signed documents from the IBank on Monday. “We’re proud to have secured this financing from
the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank to finally repave the worst segments of our city streets,” Mayor Jason Pu said. “With significant portions of the paving projects on Las Tunas Drive and Del Mar Avenue in the works and several new development projects on the horizon, I believe the future of the City of San Gabriel will be very bright.” The IBank loan funds will be used to replace the pavement on Del Mar Avenue from Mission Road south to the I-10 Freeway, a project that will likely be completed in several phases over about two years. The city will pay
back the loan over the next 15 years with Measure R funds. “We are committed to delivering the projects funded by the IBank loan as fast as possible,” Public Works Director Daren Grilley said. “Now that Las Tunas is under construction, the Del Mar paving projects are our top priority and this loan will help make them a reality.” For more on the City of San Gabriel, visit our website at www.sangabrielcity.com or follow us social media @SanGabrielCity on Twitter, Facebook.com/ CityofSanGabriel or Instagram.com/SanGabrielCity.
Kiwanis Honors Oak Avenue Intermediate School Students by Jerry Jambazian Temple City
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City recognized two outstanding students from Oak Avenue Intermediate School. Accompanying the students was their teacher, Mr. Aaron Loomis. Dustin is 12 years old and has an older brother. He has enjoyed playing the piano for the last five years. Dustin said, “The best things about Oak Avenue are making new friends, meeting new people, and the privilege to have a great education.” The best thing that ever happened was finding out he had the best family
in the world. If he could change one thing it would be to have quiet peace in the world. Personal goals are to build a machine that would send food to needy people, get into a good college, become a doctor, and live a happy life. Emily is 11 years old and has a younger sister. She enjoys baking, reading, biking, and hiking. Emily said, “The best things about Oak Avenue are the teachers, clubs, and the students.” The best thing that ever happened was getting her dog, Harmony. If
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she could change one thing in the world it would be to end all the terrible disasters. Personal goals are to build homes for people who can’t afford them, get better at the guitar, strive to be a better baker, and spend more time with her family, especially her sister. Each week the Temple City Kiwanis Club is pleased to recognize outstanding students and their teachers from Cloverly, Emperor, Longden, Oak Avenue, and the Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center. Kiwanis treats students and their teacher to lunch. Students receive a certificate, a letter for their parents, a bumper sticker, a gift certificate from The Hat Restaurant, and a photograph of them receiving their award. Their photo will also be published in the Mid Valley News and posted in the lobby at the Temple City Unified School District Office and on their website. Temple City Kiwanis has been serving our community since 1939. Members are dedicated men and women who desire to make a difference in the quality of life for the youth of Temple City. Kiwanis meets at 12:00 noon each Tuesday at Denny’s Restaurant. To find out more about Kiwanis, please contact Jerry Jambazian at (626) 643-9460. You can also visit their website at www.templecitykiwanis.org.
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El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors 2015 - 2016 EXECUTIVE BOARD:
LORI CRAVEN Brown’s Jewelry & Loan
PRESIDENT JACK DALTON – Ramona Property Managers, Inc.
DONNA DUNCAN Donna Duncan, Consultant
VICE PRESIDENT JOE PEREZ – El Patio Bar & Grill
ALICIA ESCALERA Valley Vista Services
SECRETARY/TREASURER KEN JESKE D.E.M.B.A EXECUTIVE OFFICER KEN RAUSCH EM/SEM Chamber of Commerce
DIRECTORS:
LEO BARRERA San Gabriel Valley Water Co. ART BARRIOS Planning Commission, City of El Monte JODY BUSH Citizen Member LUIS CETINA Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
JUVENTINO “J” GOMEZ City Councilman, City of El Monte JOSE JACQUEZ Lawrence Equipment CAESAR MAYOR Southern California Credit Union TOM MILLETT Citizen Member JACKELYNN NEVARES Citizens Business Bank ERNIE AMAYA Rose Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary DONNA SIMPSON Vons Credit Union
Chamber Ambassadors Ernie Amaya ( Chairman )……………………………...............................…………………..Rose Hills Memorial Park David A. Ayala............................................................................................................................................Union Bank Jody Bush, (2007 Ambassador of the Year)..................................................................................Citizen Member Noemi Caraveo.............................................................................................................CHAP Care South El Monte Alma Castro..........................................................................................................................................Alma's Closet Robert Chin...........................................................................................................International Dancing & Singing James Chen.......................................................................................................................... Prive Water/ State Farm Joe W. Conner,.............................................................................................................................. Ph.D. - Legal Shield Teresa Dang.................................................................................................................................ReMax Elite Realty Craig Doerr (2013 Ambassador of the Year)..................................................................American Reclamation Edward Guerrero...............................................................................................................................EKG Creations Pastor Wayne Hoglin.........................................................................................................Trinity Reformed Church Chris Knight..............................................................................El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce Caesar Mayor (2011 Ambassador of the Year).............................................. Credit Union of Southern California Maria Menendez..(2015 Ambassador of the Year)...........................................................................Allure Dental Arts Rachel Montes.................................................................................................................................Citizen Member Orell Moreno...........................................................................................................................................Union Bank Wendy Munoz............................................................................................................................C.B.M. Towing, Inc. Jackelynn Nevares ...............................................................................................................Citizens Business Bank Joanna Palmero.....................................................................................................................Comfort Dental Group D. Carlos Puente ..............................................................................................................................Mid Valley News Carina Ramirez.....................................................................................................................................Nunez Dental Carlos Ramirez ..................................................................................................... Professional Institute of Beauty Nancy Ramirez.........................................................................................................................................Union Bank Maria Ramos......................................................................................................................... Nunez Dental Center Laura Santos.....................................................................................................Royal Coaches Auto Body & Towing Andrew Velasco...............................................................................................................................Geek Tech Repair Ernesto Villegas (2014Ambassador of the Year)................................................................................Villegas Realty Vanessa Villegas.................................................................................................................................Villegas Realty Lorraine Wild..............................................................................................................Brown's Jewelry & Loan Co.
Chamber Events
DECEMBER 2015 CHAMBER EVENTS
Ambassadors' Luncheon Meeting Tuesday, Dec., 1st, 11:30 am, Chamber of Commerce Board Room
Breakfast Networking Mixer
Wednesday, Dec. 2nd, 7:30 am, El Patio Bar & Grill, 11672 Ramona Blvd., El Monte
Chamber of Commerce Board of Director’s Meeting Thursday, December 3rd, 8:00 am, Chamber Board Room
Holiday House
Saturday, December 5th, 9:00 am El Monte Community Center
Santa on the Mall
Thursday, December 10th, 6pm, Valley Mall
Miss Friendly El Monte/ South El Monte Pageant
Saturday, December 12th, Doors open at 3:30pm, Pageant at 4:00pm, El Monte High School Auditorium, 3048 Tyler Avenue, El Monte, CA
Teddy Bear Mixer
Wednesday, December 16th, 5:30 pm, Grace Black Auditorium 3130 Tyler Ave., El Monte, CA
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Torrey Holistics 4876 Santa Monica Avenue, San Diego 92107, 619-807-9044 Tony Hall, tony@globalchemical.com
J & S Window Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
South El Monte Veterans Day
Metropolitian Transportation Authority (METRO) One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles 90012, delozagutierrez@metro.org
State Farm-El Monte
POA Trunk or Treat
10933 Valley Blvd., El Monte 91731, 626-279-2600 Martha Cerda sfagent@marthacerda.com
David Siegrest 11652 Kerrwood, El Monte 91732 626-442-0354 David Siegrist, david4schools.com
TKS Wireless DBA Cricket Wireless
El Monte Veterans Day
2015 Casino Night
10806 Valley Mall, El Monte 91731, 626-222-6564 Erika Lemus
CityWide 9350 Lower Azusa Road, Temple City 91780, 626-579-3400 Uri Elias, urielias323@aol.com
El Monte American Legion 4542 North Peck Road, 626-442-0354 Gilbert Ramos
Aladdin’s Kitchen Restaurant 4988 Santa Anita Avenue, Temple City 91780, 626 416-5454 Nash Metri, Kabab.shish@yahoo.com
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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE Carla was selected to receive this recognition because of her superior effort. Carla is a student who does not accept failure as an option. She seeks additional help and is an impressive advocate for herself and other students. She serves the entire student body as a model student who believes that anything is possible and success can be attained.
Cathay Bank Distinguished Student
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ies and retailers, while creating additional revenue from neighboring San Gabriel Valley residents,” Mayor Pro Tem Bart Patel said. The $36 million project broke ground Nov. 2014 with a projected timeline to reach completion in a year. The project site, which spans approximately 15 acres across 50 individual lots, was assembled over a 10 year period by Festival Companies and the former El Monte Redevelopment Agency. “This is a project that we have been working on for years and are happy to see two of the key tenants open up their doors,” Councilwoman Norma Macias said. “Once the center is fully occupied, it will be a major shopping hub for our community.” The project is one of several developments spearheaded by the City’s goal to create room for economic growth and offer residents access to a myriad of services. The shopping center
will generate significant increases in sales tax to the City and provide hundreds of new jobs. “Now that the Plaza is open, El Monte residents have the opportunity to go shopping without having to leave the City limits,” Councilwoman Victoria Martinez said. “That’s an incredibly valuable resource to a lot of our community members who have limited access to transportation.” The Santa Fe Trail Plaza Shopping Center features extensive outdoor landscaping, including patios, plazas and additional features to encourage outdoor dining and community gathering. “Our families need a place to be able to come to, to get what they need, but to also spend quality time with one another,” Councilman Juventino “J” Gomez said. “We welcome the Santa Fe Trail Plaza to El Monte, and look forward to the positive growth it will generate in years to come.”
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Art Students Hidden Treasure
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by Jo Anne Disney San Gabriel
Students who love art and have a passion for creativity must visit the hidden treasure in San Gabriel, the West California Art Academy. This school has operated for 43 years and has over 300 students. Its president, Ms. Lei Wang is an exceptional woman. Her philosophy
is to teach students to use their skills and become better people through art. Ms. Wang teaches students to concentrate and focus. Homework is very important as well as working in groups. From the art work and trophies displayed, her teaching techniques foster the talent her students possess. At the Academy, students are given the freedom to learn and play. I was able to meet some of her students and they are truly phenomenal. Lorraine is a sophomore at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. She loves the Academy and believes that “Ms. Wang is a real educator and truly cares about her students.” Crystal is a senior at San Gabriel Mission High School. She
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Gold Line Extension Opening Date Metro has set the Gold Line extension opening date for March 5, 2016. The 11.5-mile extension will connect Pasadena to Azusa and make stops in the cities of Arcadia, Monrovia, Duarte, and Irwindale along the way. It is expected to take about 50 minutes to travel between Los Angeles Union Station and Azusa Paci>c University. For more information, please visit metro.net/foothill.
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Metro Lost & Found Facility Each month, Metro >nds hundreds of items left behind by people traveling on its buses and trains. If you’ve lost something, it could be at our Lost & Found facility located adjacent to the Gold Line Heritage Square station. The facility is open Monday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm. Learn more at metro.net/lostandfound.
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who sees the Academy as promoting a cross-cultural dialogue with the arts. They work to promote ecology and peace in their art. Ms. Wang is described by her colleagues as “selfless, flexible and open to new ideas.” Her students adore
her and feel at home. What a wonderful atmosphere to learn in! The academy is having an Open House on Sunday, November 22nd from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Come and tour the campus and see all of the fantastic student art that is displayed. So whether you are 3 or 93 and wanting to learn art or needing a portfolio for college, the Academy can assist you. The West California Art Academy is located at 420 S. Pine Street, San Gabriel, CA 91776. For more information call (626) 292-1783 or visit: www.MyArtEducation.net.
Metro Introduces New Safety and Security Technologies As we continue to make safety our top priority, Metro has introduced three major safety technologies and patrol innovations. This includes deploying elevated security towers, installing security kiosks, and expanding use of the LexRay mobile application, which allows law enforcement to access real-time video from stations and rail platforms. To learn more, visit metro.net/safety.
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Metro Bike Hubs Looking for a safe and secure place to park your bike? Metro’s new Bike Hub at El Monte Station is now open. Metro Bike Hubs provide secure bike parking, on-call mechanics and friendly sta=. Additional Bike Hubs in Hollywood and Culver City are set to open in the next year. Visit metro.net/bikehub for more information.
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is excited about the new techniques she has learned, especially drawing portraits and oil painting. Chloe is six years old and attends Clairbourn School. She likes to learn. Vivian is 8 years old and attends Baldwin Stocker Elementary School. She says she likes all the books. Melody is 6 and a half and she attends Baldwin Stocker Elementary School. She says school is fun. I also had the opportunity to meet two teachers at the Academy. Roman Iniguez is a dedicated teacher who enjoys his job. He feels that art creates well-balanced young individuals and at the Academy, they think outof-the-box which enhances creativity. Oscar Gallegos is a very creative teacher
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Joe T.’s Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
The El Monte Lions football season ended on Friday night against Sierra Canyon. The game wasn’t close, but one thing does bear mentioning: Roy Barajas. According to the statistics listed on MaxPreps.com, Barajas accounted for 3,086 total yards (2,375 yards rushing & 711 yards receiving) and 33 touchdowns. With these numbers the question can be asked: Who is the greatest football player in El Monte history? While the school has not won a CIF title since 1930, and they have not even been to a CIF final since 1932, it has produced some exceptional players. Players like: Bruce Snyder in the 1950’s (Head Coach Arizona State), the passing tandem of Henry Omana to Ray McNeil in 1979 (Both players received Division one college football offers), Jerry Urias in the 1990’s (Played at Temple and spent a year in the Canadian Football League), and then look at the record setting season of Brandon Martinez in 2012 (Forty-four touchdown passes/4,286 passing yards). Martinez’s main target in 2012 was wide receiver Abel Barrajas (73 catches, 1,348 yards, and 18 touchdowns). Both Martinez and Barrajas were named to All-State teams as seniors. ***Mid-Bits (Same as tidbits) ***The Rams 37-13 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday was their way of telling the people of St. Louis that they are leaving for Los Angeles…Where bad football is better appreciated. ***Former Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Dee Gordon, now a member of the Miami Marlins was awarded a Gold Glove this past week for his work in the field. Gordon was also the National League batting champion for the Marlins and also led all of baseball with 58 stolen bases. ***The Los Angeles Angels trade for Atlanta Braves shortstop Andrelton Simmons was a bad one. Yes, they get a great defensive shortstop but they already had a very competent one in Erick Aybar. Now they have Simmons, but traded two high level pitching prospects to get him. As an advocate for any team playing the Angels, I am very pleased by this. Happy Birthday this week to: 11/18: Temple City cyclist
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Prep Volleyball Round Up by Joe Torosian San Gabriel Valley
The El Monte Lions had the home court advantage, a 2-1 lead, and Carla Sanchez on fire serving the ball before the Covina Colts rallied to win in the first round of the CIF 3A playoffs on Tuesday. The Colts took the Lions three games to two (25-21, 20-25, 23-25, 25-17, 25-8) by overcoming the strong serving of El Monte team captain, Sanchez. In one stretch, in the third game, Sanchez scored on nine consecutive serves. The loss ends the Lions season with a 17-11 record. They also say goodbye to key seniors: Evelyn Alferez, Kate Acosta, and Emmy
Pham. ***The Mission Valley League champion Gabrielino Eagles fell at home on Tuesday in the first round of the CIF 3A playoffs on Tuesday. The Aquinas Falcons needed only four games (2519, 25-14, 20-25, 25-21) to end the Eagles season with a 25-6 record. The loss is especially disappointing for Gabrielino as it advanced to the division’s semifinals a year ago. The Eagles will lose to graduation key seniors: Sofia Hussein, Isabella Marchionne, and Gabriella Pacheco. ***In other 3A completion the Mt. View Vikings
lost 3-0 to Santa Ynez and finished their season with a 13-9 record. They lose nine of the 15 players on the roster to graduation. The South El Monte Eagles lost to La Sierra of Riverside 3-0. Its season ended with a 9-9 record. ***A 3-0 loss to Viewpoint in Calabasas on Tuesday closed down the Arcadia Apaches season. The loss dropped the Apaches to 12-13 on the year. Coach Charles Freberg’s team loses only two seniors (Amanda Pickering & Kelsey Sarreal) and expects to have a strong 2016 season.
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
Okay everybody that had Schurr in the second round of the playoffs raise your hand. Anybody? Anybody? On October 9 the Spartans were 1-5 after a 43-10 Almont League opening loss to Montebello. In their five defeats the Spartans had been outscored 229-15. Playoffs? First year head coach David Ramos was just trying to find a way to get through the season. One loss and Schurr was surely finished. The Spartans haven’t lost since. The win over San Gabriel was expected but then they followed that up with an overtime win at Bell Gardens. The upset sent Schurr on a five game winning streak that has the Spartans planted firmly in the second round of the playoffs. With last Friday night’s overtime win (yes, another overtime win) over Baldwin Park, Schurr has lived to see the second round while teams such as league champion Montebello, MVL Champion Arroyo, SGV League Champion Warren and 2014 Southeast Division Champion Crescenta Valley are making plans for next year. It will all end this week when big bad Sierra Canyon comes calling but man that was fun while it lasted. Just goes to show you if you can get the job done in league you can get in. **Just ask La Mirada. The Matadores were 1-3 in non-league before running roughshod through the Suburban. In the season opener they gave up 76 points (yeah 76!) to St. John Bosco. Now they look unbeatable after pummeling Santa Fe 55-6 last week. I don’t understand Santa Fe’s players and coaches refusal to shake hands with La Mirada after the game. Did it have to do with Santa Fe quarterback Christian Lara transferring from Santa Fe to La Mirada before last season? That was a year ago and La Mirada was knocked out in the first round. Why would it still matter now? Also if you’re going to be upset about a school receiving transfers than you’ll never shake hands again. Every school in the CIF Southern Section has transfers. **Pomona is living very dangerously. The Red Devils and Darreon Lockett had to rebound and erase a two touchdown deficit in the fourth quarter to beat Brentwood. Pomona has the weapons but it might not be easy to suddenly turn it on against a team like Northview.
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Monrovia Turns Out Lights on Grand Terrace by Joe Torosian San Gabriel Valley
**Is there another word other than beast, or monster to describe San Marino’s J.P. Shohfi? How about game changer? Whatever you want to call him the kid is pretty darn good. ** Yes, I thought Arroyo would beat Covina. But I also wasn’t sure of the status of Eric “Pooh” Williams. Williams, the Colts talented senior receiver, had missed the last several games due to injury. He returned to catch nine passes for 132 yards and two touchdowns. He makes a huge difference. **They get to do it all over again. Cathedral, which blasted Cresenta Valley, will get another shot at its old friends in Downey Friday night. The Vikings, who took care of Whittier last week, will welcome their long lost buddies with open arms. Let the blogging wars begin! That's my principle. Tim can be reached at: tim@midvalleysports.com and on Twitter @tspeterson40.
The Monrovia Wildcats and the Grand Terrace Titans battled Friday night in the first round of the 2015 Central Division playoffs. The game included a lot of yellow laundry and a stoppage in play when the lights went out, but the Wildcats weathered the interruptions and came out on top 27-17. The teams played to a 0-0 draw in the first quarter and the Titans broke through first with 11:23 to play in the second period on a 1-yard run by Donovan Ferguson. The Wildcats answered the salvo by Grand Terrace with a score of their own marching 65 yards on 4 plays with Aubrey Mosely hauling in a 45-yard pass from Asaph Zamora. Five minutes later Monrovia lit the scoreboard again on another Zamora to Mosley connection. The Titans cut the lead to three late in the first half on a 23 yard field goal by Mark Negrete. Coming out of the locker rooms Grand Terrace went on a 75 yard drive for a score to take the lead back 17-14. Ferguson got the call again this time from 7-yards away. Down three, the Wildcats recovered a Myles Herrera
Lawrence Spicer and the Wildcats advance! Photo by Duane Barker
fumble at the Monrovia five. Two plays later Lawrence Spicer got loose on an 84yard bolt to paydirt. Gabriel Dunkle added the extra point and the Wildcats took back the lead 21 -17. It was a lead they wouldn’t relinquish the rest of the night. With a little more than four minutes left in the third quarter, the stadium lights went out and left the field in darkness. It took about a
Covina Gets By Arroyo, 35-28 Arroyo’s Jim Singiser coached his nineteenth playoff game on Friday night. Photo by Tim Peterson
by Joe Torosian Covina
Wk 10 Scores (Local Teams in Bold)
Central Division Monrovia 27 Grand Terrace 17 San Marino 35 Diamond Ranch 21 Mid Valley Division Sierra Canyon 69 El Monte 18 Schurr 27 Baldwin Park 26 OT Northview 48 Rosemead 17 Covina 35 Arroyo 28 San Dimas 49 Bassett 21 Paraclete 49 Azusa 0 Northwest Division Nipomo 51 Rio Hondo Prep 6
half an hour to get the lights back on. Monrovia put the final nail in the coffin of Grand Terrace’s season with 1:15 left in the third quarter. Spicer caught a Zamora screen pass in traffic and got loose for a 20 yard score. The Wildcats travel to Charter Oak next Friday to battle with the Chargers in round two of the Central Division Playoffs.
The Covina Colts took a 28-7 lead into the fourth quarter and held on for a 3528 victory over the Arroyo Knights Friday night at B.L. Bergstrom Stadium in the first round of CIF’s MidValley Division playoffs. Colts quarterback, Andrew Apodaca, completed 16 of 23 passes for 237 yard and four touchdowns. His team needed every one of them as the Knights mounted a three touchdown fourth quarter comeback that saw them draw within seven twice. On the last play of the third quarter Covina running back, David Barragan, coughed up the ball to give Arroyo a first and ten at its own 35. On a critical third and eight quarterback Humberto Pantoja connected with Devin Knight for 33-yards. Two plays later Pantoja went 30-yards to Antonio Alcazar to make the score 28-14. The Knights and HC Jim Singiser rolled the dice on the kickoff with an onside kick that was recovered at
the Colts 25. Two plays later, on a third and 11, Pantoja hit Alcazar for a 19-yard gain. Then on second and goal Thien Luu bulldozed his way to paydirt to make it a 28-21 game. Arroyo, back in the game with all the momentum, then saw Covina respond with two passes from its 41. Apodaca went 20-yards to Barragan and followed it with a 39-yard scoring pass to Eric Williams. Williams finished the night with nine catches, 132 yards, and two touchdowns. Down by two touchdowns, the Knights used another big play to close the gap. On a third and then from his own 34, Pantoja found Angel Reyes on a dig-
route over the middle. The big receiver took it to and up the Arroyo sideline before cutting back through the Colts defense and going into the end zone. It was now 35-28 in favor of Covina. After the kickoff the Colts took over at their own 41 with 6:37 to play. HC Joe Brown pounded the ball with Barragan before his team was facing a fourth and one at the 50. With no intention of giving the ball back, Brown called timeout and then came back and gave the ball to Michael Roberts, who converted on a fullback dive play. Covina was able to drive to the Arroyo 32 before fumbling it back to the Knights with 2:47 to play. The dream comeback, and season, ended for the Knights when Pantoja went deep and was intercepted by Richard Randazzo.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-09-324351-AB Order No.: 090772753-CA-DCO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/29/2006. 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 PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The 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 the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): YING JIN, A SINGLE WOMAN Recorded: 1/4/2007 as Instrument No. 20070016223 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2015 at 10:30AM Place of Sale: Near the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $232,714.06 The purported property address is: 4501 PECK ROAD, UNIT 73, EL MONTE, CA 91732 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8570-029-101 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same 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 888-988-6736 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: CA-09-324351-AB . 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 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888-9886736 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-09-324351-AB IDSPub #0094678 11/11/2015 11/18/2015 11/25/2015 MID VALLEY NEWS
November 18, 2015
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF LIEN SALE
NOTICE OF COMMUNITY MEETING AND AVAILABILITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT (MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION) CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING DIVISION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE BUSINESS AND PROFESSION CODE 21700
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APPLICATION: Density Bonus and development approvals for the Palo Verde Apartments Project PROPERTY LOCATION: 4704 and 4716 N. Peck Road, El Monte, CA 91732 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Economic Development Department). REQUEST: The proposed project calls to demolish the existing vacant structures on the site and construct a new 49-unit affordable housing development with 77 parking spaces. The subject site has an area of 1.03 acre and is located in the Mixed/Multi-Use (MMU) zone. The building will have a height of 3 and 4 stories and a total area of 95,440 square feet. A total of 36 units are permitted on the side. However, the applicant is requesting a 35 percent density bonus for affordable housing projects pursuant to State of California Law and the City’s Density Bonus Provisions (Chapter 17.85 of the El Monte Municipal Code). A total of 25 units will be reserved for homeless veteran individuals and families, 23 units to low- income individuals and families and one unrestricted unit for the resident manager. APPLICANT: PROPERTY OWNER:
Hollywood Community Housing Corporation 5020 W. Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:
An Initial Study prepared for the project determined that there will be less than significant impacts to the environment because mitigation measures will be incorporated into the project. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) has been prepared for the Palo Verde Apartments Project as provided under the California Environmental Quality Act. Mitigation measures are provided to lessen potential impacts related to aesthetics, air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, geology/soils, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology/water quality, noise, public services, transportation/traffic, utilities and service systems and mandatory findings of significance.
PUBLIC REVIEW: The Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration may be viewed at the City’s Website at: http://www.elmonteca.gov/Government/Economic Development/Planning/ EnvironmentalDocuments. aspx beginning on Thursday November 19, 2015 and at the Planning Division at El Monte City Hall West. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
The public comment period on the MND for the proposed Palo Verde Apartments Project shall be for 30 days, commencing on November 19, 2015. Comments relating to the proposed Palo Verde Apartments Project and the MND may be submitted to the City by interested persons during public testimony at a community meeting to be conducted at El Monte City Hall on December 9, 2015 or comments may be delivered to the City in writing by US First Class Mail or by Email anytime between Thursday, November 19, 2015 and Monday, December 21, 2015 as follows:
Community Meeting: Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2015 Time: 6:30 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall City Hall East – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, CA 91731
WRITTEN COMMENTS: Jennifer Davis, Planning Consultant El Monte City Hall West 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, CA 91731 jdavis@elmonteca.gov Published on Wednesday, City of El Monte Planning Commission and mailed on: November 18, 2015 Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Division MID VALLEY NEWS Secretary
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY THE UNDERSIGNED THAT A PUBLIC LIEN SALE OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PERSONAL PROPERTY WILL BE HELD AT THE HOUR OF 10:00 AM ON THE DAY OF DECEMBER 3, 2015 AT 11310 STEWART ST CITY OF EL MONTE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA. THE PROPERTY IS STORED BY EL MONTE STORAGE – EL MONTE, LOCATED AT 11310 STEWART ST EL MONTE CA 91731 NAME DESCRIPTION OF GOODS: JAIME JOEL BAUTISTA BIKE,TOOLS,FURNITURE RUBY ONG BOXES,COLLECTIBLES, LUGGAGE SALVADOR FRANCISCO TREJO BAG,TOTE,BOX JESSICA HERNANDEZ BBQ,STOVE,FRIDGE,BOXES PATRICIA DIANE MARQUEZ BAGS,BOXES,SOFAS, FURNITURE NORA DIAZ CAT BOX,BED,SOFA HYEONSANG YUN BOXES,FURNITURE,COMPUTER THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 21700 ET SAQ OF THE BUSINESS & PROFESSION CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. AUCTIONEER’S NAME AND #: AMERICAN AUCTIONEERS DAN DOTSON BLA6401723 DATED: NOVEMBER 10, 2015 by: JOANNA DEL REAL 11/18/15 & 11/25/2015 MID VALLEY NEWS
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626 TO:
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TO BE CONSIDERED:
The City Council will consider the adoption of a proposed Ordinance to add Chapter 8.74 (SmokeFree Multi-Family Housing) to Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the El Monte Municipal Code regarding smoking in residential multi-family units.
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:
The proposed Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines Section 15308, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for the Protection of the Environment. This exemption applies to actions taken by regulatory agencies as authorized by state or local ordinance to assure the maintenance, restoration enhancement or protection of the environment.
PLACE OF HEARING:
The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed Ordinance. The public hearing is scheduled for:
Date: Tuesday, December 1, 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 proposed Ordinance 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 Jason Mikaelian, Planning Services Manager; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at jmikaelian@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 Betty Donavanik at (626) 258-8626 or bdonavanik@elmonteca.gov Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Published on Wednesday, Jonathan Hawes, City Clerk November 18, 2015 City of El Monte MID VALLEY NEWS
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Hollywood Jazz Tribute by Annick J. Downhower Hollywood
The many moods of jazz – energizing, romantic, playful, and sexy – were expressed at the Los Angeles Jazz Society’s 2015 Tribute Awards. Held November 7 at the Montalban in Hollywood, the event drew music and entertainment figures such as producer Quincy Jones, director Norman Jewison, and actor Hal Linden and was hosted by Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. of The 5th Dimension. Lifetime Achievement Award recipient George Bohanon recalled that his musical journey began at age 8 when he pestered his father to buy him a pawn shop trombone. Young Bohanon stuck by his music studies and after college accompanied stars such as Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye at Motown Records. A vacation to Los Angeles turned into a permanent move and Bohanon and his wife started The Cultural Link to encourage future generations of musicians. After accepting his award, Bohanon and
his group entertained with “When We Were Young” and “Caravan.” Los Angeles County High School for the Arts’ senior Julian Gomez received the Shelly Manne Memorial New Talent Award. Bass player Gomez was joined by classmates Jamael Dean (piano) and Alex Smith (drums) to perform a mellow “Stardust” and Gomez’s own “Red Glow,” truly impressing the audience with their depth of talent. Lyricists Alan and Marilyn Bergman received the Jazz Tribute, presented by their longtime friend and neighbor, composer and music producer Quincy Jones. The Bergmans have been nominated sixteen times for Academy Awards, winning Courtesy photo by Los Angeles Jazz Society three. They created such classic hits as Frank Sinaand Dave Grusin who were Life?” Steve Tyrell soulfully tra’s “Nice ‘n’ Easy,” Barbra unable to attend the event. crooned “Nice ‘n’ Easy” Streisand’s “The Way We Vocalist Shelea took time and Alan Bergman took the Were,” and Ray Charles’ away from touring with Stestage with singer Tierney “In the Heat of the Night.” vie Wonder to bring down Sutton and composer Johnny Congratulatory messages the house with “Make Me Mandel to perform some of were sent by Streisand and Rainbows” and “What Are composers Michel Legrand You Doing the Rest of Your
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Altadena Historical Society
Altadena Historical Society Introduces New Exhibit On December 6th, the Altadena Historical Society will be showcasing an exhibit that will be saluting Altadena’s 100-year participation in the Rose Parade. On hand will be the 2016 Rose Queen Erika Winter and her court. The exhibit is entitled, “Altadena in the Rose Parade,” and will be open to the public until June 30, 2016. The Altadena History Society is located at the Altadena Community Center, 730 E. Altadena Drive. For more information call (626)797-8016 or visit: altadenahistoricalsociety.org.
Sierra Madre Playhouse New Play Opening at the Sierra Madre Playhouse Truman Capote’s “A Christmas Memory” will open at the Sierra Madre Playhouse on November 27, 2015. What a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. The
playhouse is located at 87 West Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. For more information, call (626) 3554318 or visit: sierramadreplayhouse.org.
San Gabriel Mission Playhouse The Nutcracker at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse The Pasadena Dance Theatre presents “The 2015 Nutcracker” at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse beginning December 12th and showing until December 23rd. There will only be 6 shows, so get your tickets early. The playhouse is located at 320 S. Mission Drive in San Gabriel. For
more information visit: www.pasadenadance.org.
the Bergmans’ compositions. The Los Angeles Jazz Society All-Star Big Band, under the direction of John Clayton, helped keep the house swinging all evening.
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Entertainment Corner by Sal Gomez Upland
Katie Jakes Bar & Grill located at 750 Terrado Plz #10 in Covina, CA is now serving up more than libations & big screen sports events. They now host “Tribute Sundays” featuring a wide selection of tribute bands from The Doors to Pink Floyd and yes even The Beatles. The bands play on a continuous bill beginning at 5:00 pm until 10:00 pm. With full bar service and an equally tasty hot food selection to rival the best of any large sports bar franchises,
Katie Jakes: Tribute Sundays
Katie Jakes is a true local gem. Adding live music from Wednesday nights through Sunday the venue may be a small place but it has very high hopes. The only suggestion would be they upgrade to a proper stage light
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kit. Other than that small caveat the future looks promising. So go by and pay them a visit. Remember the name, Katie Jakes Bar &
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by Glen Maldonado National
The Atacama Desert disaster strikes on Aug. 5, 2010, as a copper and gold mine collapses in Chile, trapping 33 men underground. With more than 2,000 feet of rock in their way, the size of two Empire State buildings, members of a rescue
team work tirelessly for 69 days to save the seemingly doomed crew. Beneath the rubble, the miners begin an epic quest to survive, contending with suffocating heat and the need for food and water. With family, friends and the rest of the
world watching, it becomes a race against time and a true test of the human spirit, as the miners have to work together to survive. Directed by Patricia Riggen, a female from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. It’s nice to see a Hispanic woman make Hollywood films. Riggen directed “Girl in Progress” in 2012. The script was written by Mikko Alanne, Craig Borten, and Michael Thomas. Antonio Banderas plays Mario Sepulveda, a man who steps up and takes charge when the mine collapses. Rodrigo Santoro plays Laurence Golborne Minister of Mining in Chile, who is tasked with saving the trapped miners. The cast of the film are well diversified and feature mostly Hispanic actors which portrays the accuracy of the film. It may be one of the best inspirational movies of the year, but rather long with the second half more exciting. The story is true but enchanted to give a better cinematic liking. The acting is delivered with no flaws but the characters were underdeveloped. There are 33 people and only 4 are actually touched on in the film. “The 33” will inspire and make you appreciate being above ground and make you hate mining companies for their insubordination. Grade B-
Grill. Pictured here performing recently at Katie Jakes, Dawns Highway – A Tribute to the Doors.
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