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El Monte Honors Andrew Aguilar for his Success at Stanford University by Valerie Martinez El Monte
The El Monte City Council honored resident Andrew Aguilar at a recent Council meeting for his outstanding completion of two university degrees in four years – a bachelor’s in history and a master’s in history with a Middle East area focus (with honors) – from Stanford
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University. Aguilar recently was awarded the Robert M. Golden Medal for Excellence in the Humanities and Creative Arts –a prestigious award given to only 9 to10 standout Stanford students each year. “Andrew is a role model for our community and is a great example of what you can achieve if you are willing to work hard and stay focused,” said Councilwoman Norma Macias. “The whole City is so proud of his achievements and we can’t wait to see what he will accomplish next.” Aguilar was also selected for Phi Beta Kappa, given to the top 10 percent of the Stanford graduating class. As a student at Stanford,
Andrew was a research assistant for the Center for International Security and Cooperation studying the evolution of nuclear weapon policy. He also completed two internships with Google Inc., working in the Compensation and Engineering University programs. The South El Monte High School graduate was also active in community organizations while in Palo Alto, serving as the founding member and director of Internal Development for the Phoenix Scholars, an organization that oversees 135 mentors to provide lowincome, minority students with free college counseling services. He was also executive director and founder of
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the Division of Internal Review, an organization that helped appropriate funds for the Associated Students of Stanford University, social chair of the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity, and an editorial board member for the Herodotus Journal. Andrew will be heading to Washington, D.C., in the fall to start a job with the
Advisory Board Company to work in the health technology and finance industry. “I want to thank my family for being so supportive of my academic pursuits,” Aguilar said. “I also couldn’t have done it without the amazing teachers I had throughout the years who encouraged me to stay curious and follow my dreams.”
South El Monte High Students Fare Well in First Economics Challenge
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South El Monte High School economics students have fared well in their first Council for Economic Education (CEE) Economics Challenge. The More Gold Less Blue Club, the brainchild of instructor Gilbert Velasquez, is comprised of students interested in economic “insights and details that are so easily left out of the traditional curriculum.” Velasquez has always believed “that understanding investment and personal finance would improve anyone’s chances for success as they go out into the world in search of their gold.” “Several organizations sponsor student competitions that focus on investing, personal finance, and general economic understanding,” said Velasquez.
“I had envisioned a club that would meet afterschool throughout the year and learn, so that we could find success at the competitive level.” For the past several weeks, team members have been gearing up for the CEE competition. At the competition, teams of students answer rigorous questions on microeconomics, macroeconomics, international economics, and current events. The CEE selects the top five teams in the advanced placement and general education categories. “Of the five schools competing from southern California in the general education category, South El Monte High School’s More Gold, Less Blue had two of the five top perform-
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ing teams,” said Velasquez. “It feels amazing to have the opportunity to go and participate because we worked so hard to cover everything,” said student Rosa Fuentes. “All our hard work has paid off and it feels great to know that we’re some of the top students.” “This is great news for such a relatively small and new program,” said Velas-
quez. “I am very excited.” “Although my team didn’t make it to the state championships, we were able to learn a lot more than the economic students that did not join our club,” said student Katia Teteltitla. “This experience was something that we saw as a great opportunity and we wouldn’t have had it without Mr. Velasquez.”
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Don’t Miss El Monte’s Summer Concerts by Valerie Martinez El Monte
Join the City of El Monte for the 11th Annual Rockin’ Wednesdays concert series. The City has lined up a great group of musicians this year to help keep music alive in El Monte. Each concert takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Arceo Park, 3125 N. Tyler Ave. “These summer concerts have had such a positive impact on our community over the years, serving as a family-friendly evening where people can dance and enjoy our great weather,” said Councilmember Victoria Martinez. “We are very excited about this summer’s line-up of entertainment.” The 2014 Rockin’ Wednesday concert series schedule is as follows: July 16 – Ray Carrion & Thee Latin Allstars July 23 – Neon NationThe Ultimate 80’s Experience
July 30 – Los Pistoleros Aug. 6 – Tease & El Monte Police National Night Out Raffles and give-a-ways will be conducted during the concerts by City staff to add to the excitement of the evening. Last year’s concerts were enjoyed by record crowds so please come one, come all! For more information about the concert series, call (626) 580-2200.
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen The smoke has cleared away and now plans for the rest of the summer are on our minds. A wonderful day for the family is a trip to one of the parks nearby. Many offer summer activities; some with baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts and nearly all have playground equipment for the younger crowd. A blanket, balls, books and a filled picnic basket can provide a marvelous day. Find a shade tree and relax! If you are thinking that a day at the beach would be fun, the City of El Monte offers a SUMMER BEACH BUS. Express transit service from the City of El Monte to Huntington Beach is a bargain at $6.00 for a round trip. Every Saturday, until August 16, 2014 passengers will depart from the El Monte Trolley Station, 3650 Center Avenue at 11:00 am. A Tuesday Beach Bus is also now in service. Tuesday’s Beach Bus leaves the trolley station at 12:00 noon. All Beach Bus shuttles will leave Huntington Beach at 6:00 pm, returning to the El Monte Trolley Station around 7:00 pm, depending on traffic. For further information or tickets, phone the Trolley Station at 626-580-2242 or the Parks and Recreation department at 626-580-2200. LA HISTORIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM will hold their annual fundraiser on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at the Grace T. Black Auditorium in the El Monte Community Center, 3130 N. Tyler Avenue, El Monte, California. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. with dinner until 8:00 p.m. followed by dancing until 12:00 midnight. Playing the music for the dance will be LOS PISTOLEROS. Raffles, door prizes and a 50/50 will add to the fun and Hawaiian attire is optional. Tickets are $20.00 and will be available at the La Historia Society Museum: 626-2791954 or contact Chairpersons: Rosa Pena at 626-4631, Teresa Gutierrez at 562-3610084 or Delores Gonzales Haro at 626-448-0691. The El Monte Parks, Recreation and Community Services, in partnership with the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce are presenting MARTINIS AND MUSIC! Summer Concerts is presenting a fundraiser Dinner and Silent Auction on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at the Community Center, Grace T. Black Auditorium, 3130 Tyler Avenue, El Monte, California. This event will begin at 5:30
p.m. with hors d’ oeuvres, cocktails and a silent auction. Buffet style dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. and dancing, with a live band “THE CAULDRON GROUP ”. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $35.00. For further information phone Parks and Recreation Office at 626-580-2200 or EM/SEM Chamber of Commerce at 626-443-0180. EL MONTE WOMEN’S CLUB will host a summer lunch fundraiser on Friday, July 11, 2014 from 11:00a.m. until 3:00 p.m., outdoors, at Von’s Credit Union, 4455 Arden Drive, El Monte, California. Price of $5.00 for a delicious lunch provided by DePillas Italian Restaurant. Homemade desserts will be available. Chairman is Elsie Neilson. The BALDWIN PARK WOMAN’S CLUB will hold an ICE CREAM SOCIAL ON Friday, July 11, 2014 at their clubhouse located at 3817 Baldwin Park Boulevard, Baldwin Park. Tickets are $10.00 each. Bingo may also be played. Funds raised will support the cost to send two High School Students to the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar. On August 15, 2014, members will serve a TACO BAR LUNCH starting at 11:00 a.m. Funds raised at the Taco Bar Lunch will support cash awards for four students who participate in the Annual Music Competition. For further information phone: 626-337-4192. President of the Baldwin Park Woman’s Club is Diana Asmundson. See you soon, someplace AROUND TOWN
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Summer Family Fun Hotel Del Coronado by Jo Anne Disney San Diego
The Hotel Del Coronado is located on the Island of Coronado. It is a National Historic Landmark with a colorful past dating back over 125 years. The Del, as it is commonly known, has an interesting history. Its founders were Elisha Babcock and H.L. Story. History tells us that they wanted a seaside resort that would be “the talk of the Western world.” The Del has become a living legend. Visitors range from U.S. Presidents to famous inventors to Hollywood stars. The first U.S. President to visit the Del was Benjamin Harrison in 1891. Then there was Thomas Edison, and Babe Ruth. In 1927 Charles Lindbergh was honored for his successful “Trans-Atlantic flight – The Spirit of St.
Louis.” And don’t forget the Del and Hollywood, where movies have been made since 1901. One of the most famous movies filmed there was “Some Like It Hot” with Jack Lemmon. Some of the other guests have included older celebrities like Charlie Chaplin and Humphrey Bogart as well as current stars like Madonna and Brad Pitt. History books tell us that the Del even has a “resident ghost.” It seems that “Kate Morgan checked into room 302 in November of 1892 and never checked out.” Reports have been circulating ever since regarding the room she died in. Visitors have reported unexplained noises, flickering lights, flushing toilets and swaying curtains.
Obituary Matt Castillo, 2010 Graduate of Temple City High School Passes Away by Castillo Family Temple City
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Besides its wonderful history, the Del is a spectacular resort with a variety of things to do. There is a golf course and marina, a fitness center, and spa as well as activities like swimming, surfing, surrey bike riding, shopping, and just plain fun. The Del offers many places for your dining pleasure, among them: 1500 Ocean, Sheerwater, Eno Pizzeria and Wine Bar, Babcock and Story Bakery, the Sun Deck Bar and Grill, just to name a few. So if you are looking for a relaxing weekend or simply a day of fun at a place with a flair for luxuries, come and visit the Hotel Del Coronado. Get a little sun and experience a little history with the most breathtaking ocean views imaginable.
Matt Castillo, 22, passed away at his San Gabriel home on July 1 due to un-
disclosed conditions. Matt was a student at Pasadena City College, and was
recently accepted to California State University, Northridge where he was expected to be an English – Creative Writing major. In 2010, he graduated from Temple City High School and was a member of Temple City’s Marching Band, Jazz Band, Stage Crew, freshman baseball and Comedy Sportz programs. He was a 5-year member of the Native Sons of the Golden West Rio Hondo Parlor 294, where he actively participated in a headstone restoration project at Savannah Memorial Park in Rosemead. At one time, Matt wrote a film review column for this newspaper. He attended St. Luke’s School in the 4th Matt Castillo continued on page 4
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El Monte Celebrates Independence Day with Annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast by Chelsea Dickerson El Monte
To celebrate our great nation’s independence, the El Monte Police Officers Association & Auxiliary, together with the El Monte Police Department, hosted a Pancake Breakfast for a crowd of community members on Friday, July 4, from 8 to 11:30 a.m. A highlight of the event was a random drawing that gave all children 14 years
old and under a chance to win a new bicycle. The public had the chance to view the Police Departments’ new vehicle fleet as well as the Department’s helicopter and SWAT vehicle. All proceeds for the 4th of July Pancake Breakfast benefited the El Monte Emergency Resources Agency, the El Monte Police Explorers and local nonprofits.
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and 5th grades, transferred to Cloverly School and then graduated from Oak Avenue Jr. High School. Matt participated in Temple City AYSO leagues and Temple City American Little League. He is survived by his father, Joe Castillo, his mother, Lupe Heredero, his brother Joey Castillo, numerous relatives and friends. He will be remembered for his ability to make people laugh, his sense of humor, his love of games and his drive to succeed. His services are pending, contact Pierce Brother Mortuary at 626-287-0595 or San Gabriel Mission at 626-457-3035 for further information.
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‘Time Jockey’ by Joe Castillo
Matt Castillo, former columnist for the Mid Valley News, passed away July 1 from undetermined causes as of this writing. Matt was a 2010 graduate of Temple City High School and was expected to enroll in courses at California State University, Northridge this fall. Matt is survived by his father,
Joe, his mother Lupe and his brother Joey, along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and relatives. Services are pending. Thank you very much. Joe Castillo
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Temple City Library Programs for the Month July by Grace Yang Temple city
Children Programs English Chinese Bilingual Storytime, every Tuesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Baby Bounce Storytime, every Wednesday, 10-11 a.m. Toddler Storytime, every Wednesday, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Pajama Storytime, every Thursday, 7-7:30 p.m. Family Place Playtime, every Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Handprints Art, 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 2 Animal Art: Duct Tape Lanyards, 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 9 Overnight Stuffed Animal Sleepover, 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 16
Animal Art: Craft Stick Bird Feeders, 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 23 Animal Art: Beaded Animal Charms, 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 30 Teen Programs Root Beer Tasting, 4 p.m., Thursday, July 10 Teen Advisory Board, 4 p.m., Saturday, July 12 Teen Game Day, 4 p.m., Thursday, July 17 Teen Book Club, 4 p.m., Thursday, July 24 Vase Painting, 4 p.m., Thursday, July 31 Adult Programs Citizenship Class, every Wednesday/Friday, 3:304:30 p.m.
Neighborhood Produce Exchange, Every Wednesday, June 18 – August 27, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Book a Librarian: Basic Computer Skills, 10-11 a.m., Thursday, July 3 Jewelry Making Workshop, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, July 12 Bath Salts & Fizzies, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, July 19 Bingo Game, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Friday, July 25 Map Weaving, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, July 26 Family Programs Movie Night, 5 p.m., Thursday, July 10
Badwater Runner Backs Up Anti-Bully Program
by Caralyn Percy San Gabriel Valley
John Radich training in Death Valley photos by Brians Badwater
Most bullies pick on smaller, weaker people to annoy, fight with, beat up or just agitate. Gang members do the same. But how about when the weather and climate conditions gang up on a runner running one of the world’s toughest footraces – BADWATER 135 Mile Ultra Marathon. Well, this is John Radich’s 13th year running this “invitation only” race and he’s running for his favorite charity, The Way to Happiness Foundation International, located in Glendale, California at 201 East Broadway. Why? “Children are the future. But the present is tougher and tougher for young people. Drugs and other life threatening decisions await teens and those youngsters who don’t have a built in moral compass. And sometimes the parents are helpless to change a son or daughter once they start down that dark non survival path. John found that The Way to Happiness fills the need to teach our youth how to make the right choices, and is also the main part of an anti-bullying training program for anyone working with young people whether in a school setting, youth club or neighborhood group. John is currently partnering with Teen Intervention Program out of Compton, founded by Isaac Asberry, retired from the Depart-
ment of Justice, the effectivenss of this program in lowering the homicide rate in the City of Compton is documented in a 5 minute video to be found on the website www.able.org John has been running in support of The Way to Happiness for over a decade now and his goal is helping young people to make the right choices (even when their parents aren’t around) as well as reduce and then eradicate gangs and bully behavior with The Way to Happiness. 100 million copies, 111 languages and over 165 countries have had hand to hand as well as mailing campaigns and TV campaigns with the 21 Public Service Announcements of The Way to Happiness. “My main concern is to lower gang crime and make cities safer for our young people.” Here’s what one Detroit Principal said about using The Way to Happiness Anti-Bullying Program. “We have decreased violence in the school by 80 percent over the school year. We have decreased disrespectful attitudes toward teachers, decreased vulgar language... Kids are now more apt to sit down, calm down, think about what they do and set a good example. It’s a 100 percent improvement!” Results like these are why John runs for The Way to Happiness.
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What's in the Stars?? ARIES Your mind may seem rather cloudy today, Aries, but don’t let this hinder you. In fact, you’ll find that you can use this feeling of fantasy to your advantage. TAURUS Today is an excellent day for you, one in which you’ll find a great deal of strength in your emotions, Taurus.
FUN IN THE SUN ACROSS 1. Cruise, e.g. 6. Is no longer 9. Wet nurse 13. *Caribbean destination 14. *Shrinking cube 15. Geography class prop 16. Deceived or tricked 17. Cubby hole 18. Ritalin, e.g. 19. *______ lounge 21. *West indicator 23. “Say what?” 24. Make waves 25. “Kapow!” 28. XY 30. Sheets or surfaces 35. Prepare for publication 37. What hoarders do 39. Kentucky Derby sound 40. Blue-ribbon 41. Type of poetic stanza 43. Aquatic plant 44. Words to live by 46. Famous French couturier 47. Part of ROM 48. *Sheltered crab 50. “____ Jim” 52. Ill temper 53. Miss America’s accessory 55. Break bread 57. *Alfresco meal 60. *They are often collected 63. Wood turning device 64. *What participants did at 57 Across 66. Quickly fry 68. It ends with 10 pins 69. Largest back muscle 70. Linoleums, for short 71. Bread or cabbage 72. Double helix 73. Incompetent
DOWN 1. “I see!” 2. Gator’s cousin 3. Backside 4. African sorcery 5. The Curies’ discovery 6. Broad 7. *Untouched tennis serve 8. Common thing 9. “The Sound of Music” backdrop 10. Brood 11. Aid in crime 12. Oscar-nominated film with Joaquin Phoenix (2013) 15. Chased by police 20. *Frosty treat 22. Coffee holder 24. Petulant 25. *Life is like this? 26. Dig, so to speak 27. Forty-niner, e.g. 29. To give temporarily 31. Distinctively-shaped edible 32. Plural of pileus 33. Daytime moth 34. *Cool place 36. Swarm 38. *Dipping point 42. Like Bono 45. He created his own world 49. ___ chi 51. European breakfast dish 54. Burn with water 56. _____ Jane 57. *Like one never in the sun 58. It will 59. Anthony Bourdain, e.g. 60. “___ _ good example” 61. Crescent 62. Red sign 63. Swimmer’s distance 65. *One sunny result 67. PST plus three
GEMINI Things might get a bit confusing for you today, Gemini. Don’t feel like you need to make sense of it all. CANCER Mix your reality with a bit of fantasy today, Cancer. Allow your feet to come off the ground for a little while. LEO Let yourself go into high creative mode and drift into a whole other world, Leo. Escape your present reality and explore your fantasies through any sort of artistic endeavor.
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VIRGO You’ll find that things are slipping nicely into place for you today, Virgo. LIBRA When faced with ten entrees on the menu, it might be hard for you to choose just one. Feel free to order two or more, Libra. SCORPIO Your dreams won’t come true unless you believe in and act on them, Scorpio. SAGITTARIUS If people hassle you or give you a hard time about your appearance today, pay them no mind, Sagittarius. CAPRICORN Reach for the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, Capricorn. It’s closer than you think. AQUARIUS Today is your day to dream and dream big, Aquarius. Think about what it is that you want most out of life. PISCES Expand your mind to its furthest reaches today, Pisces. There’s an incredible opportunity opening up for you in which you can make great strides in a creative realm.
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Joe T.’s Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
It hasn’t been to me. When you look at age, and track record, nothing should surprise you about Manziel. No denying his talent but I could fill up the rest of this column about all of the firstround quarterback picks who swapped out their football gifts for a good time. The best thing that could happen for Manziel and Cleveland Browns football, would be for LeBron James to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
An Anthony signing would be confirmation that the NBA’s greatest franchise is lost in open water without a rudder, paddle, or compass. Baseball: Love the game, but cannot get into the All-Star game. All All-Star games, in every league, are yesterday’s news. The players make too much money to have the game be anything other than an exhibition. So the Dodgers, because of their deal with Time Warner, have denied us this season: Many of our final precious moments with Vin Scully behind the microphone. (How devastating would it be if this turned out to be his last season?). They have denied us the opportunity to see the team fight its way back into first place. We have not seen the great season that Dee Gordon (an All-Star season) has put together at second base. We have also missed nohitters by Josh Beckett and Clayton Kershaw. Now we are being blinded to seeing Kershaw’s assault on Orel Hershiser’s legendary 59-inning scoreless streak. Happy Birthday this week to: 7/9: Former Monrovia football player and track star Kennedy Bryant turns 49. 7/9: Former Temple City
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Big Surprise: The Los Angeles Lakers have interest in Carmelo Anthony. If “Melo” signs with the Lakers, the best move for General Manager Mitch Kupchak can make is to resign. That is if he wants to keep some of his basketball reputation.
tailback Johnny Escobedo turns 24. 7/11: Former El Monte football player Frank Griffin turns 52. 7/13: Former Monrovia standout and current UCLA defensive tackle Ellis “Zeus” McCarthy turns 22. 7/14: Former Arcadia baseball standout out Rick Cleeland turns 23.
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Surprise, Surprise: So is any of the buzz around Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Johnny Manziel a surprise to you?
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World Cup Fever, College Remembers Soccer Standouts by Ruthie Retana Whittier
It seems that every pub, restaurant and household in the United States has fully embraced World Cup fever; but did you know that Rio Hondo College has been a launching ground for some of the sport’s professional athletes? The Rio Hondo Men’s Soccer program is one of the best in the Foothill Conference and Southern California. Coach Orlando Brenes, who is Costa Rican, has helped the Roadrunners win the conference title from 2002 to 2009 consecutively. In the 2013 season, Brenes led the Roadrunners to a 13-5-5 overall record and a 7-1-0 conference record, clinching the Foothill Conference championship
yet again. “Many of Rio Hondo’s players have gone on to collegiate and professional careers,” Brenes said. “Soccer is by far the most popular sport on the planet. Because of that, scouts from around the world are always interested in players we produce here at Rio Hondo College.” Such players include: Marvin Quijano, Los Angeles Galaxy Luis Aguilar, Montreal Thunder A Marvin Quijano led the League. Courtesy photo Rio Hondo Soccer Team to many victories while securing a slew of top honors, and First Team All-WCC including All-Time Conferawards. He has played with ence Most Valuable Player. the Ajax Orlando ProsHe caught the attention of pects of the United Soccer professional soccer recruitLeagues (USL) Premier ers and in 1999 Quijano Development League, the found himself starting for California Cougars of Mathe L.A. Galaxy. Quijano jor Indoor Soccer League played for the Galaxy until and San Francisco Seals. 2002 when he began his In 2007, he signed with the tenure with the Colorado USL First Division expanRapids, where he finished sion team, California Vichis professional soccer tory, and later the Montreal career. Impact, where he made Luis Aguilar, Montreal the starting squad for the Thunder A League playoffs. Luis Aguilar played on “Our athletics program is the Rio Hondo College definitely a crown jewel for Men’s Soccer Team in the College,” said Rio Hon2002 and 2003. In 2004, he do College Superintendent/ transferred to the University President Teresa Dreyfuss. of San Francisco where he “Men’s soccer, particularly, completed his collegiate has a long and illustrious career in 2005 after winning record of producing quality back-to-back West Coast teams with quality players who go on to play on the Marvin Quijano, Los Angeles Gal- Conference (WCC) Division I titles with Second world’s stage.” axy. Courtesy photo
SGV Shootout Fires up Saturday by Tim Peterson El Monte
The Annual SGV Shootout is set for this Saturday, July 12, at Arroyo. It could turn out to be the most competitive ever. “Should be fun to watch,” said Arroyo football coach Jim Singiser on the line up he has put together for this Saturday’s Shootout. “For what we are trying to accomplish, I think this is the best compilation of schools and talent we have ever had. Absolutely a diverse collection…And before the bloggers from the east San Gabriel Valley and Inland Empire attack…Yes, I know Upland and Charter Oak would beat us. Laugh out loud.” Participating Teams: Maranatha, Monrovia, Diamond Bar, Los Altos Buena Park, Whittier Christian, Crescenta Valley,
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
The vibe I’m getting about the Carmelo Anthony to Lakers deal is not good. I’m hearing that he doesn’t play defense, shoots too much and isn’t the ideal teammate. That’s probably all true, but I say bring him on. He can score like nobody’s business and besides, who else is out there? Marcin Gortat is gone as is Kyle Lowry. But those guys weren’t game changers anyway. Anthony is. Gortat got $60 million and we all know he’s not worth that. He was a back up last year! Kobe Bryant got too much money; that much is clear. But he’s here now and the Lakers have a two-year window in which to make something happen. Why not bet the house and sign Melo. What’s the worst that could happen? They won’t win a championship? Well we know they won’t win without him. Plus it would be entertaining seeing Kobe and Carmelo fight over who gets the last shot. Maybe they can play with two basketballs. Heck if Carmelo signs, LeBron James might jump aboard as well. You say no way, I say shoot for the moon. I’ve harped on this before and I’ll harp on it again. Vin Scully is the only person who can end the Dodgers’ cable fiasco. All he has to do is announce that since only 30 percent of the Los Angeles market can hear him he has decided to retire at the end of this season. It would be a PR disaster for the Dodgers, Time Warner, Direct TV and everybody else involved. Somebody would cave. Wouldn’t they? I know the Sierra Vista stats have come into question before. With Lee Jones running for over 1900 yards and 21 touchdowns in 2012 and Justin Torres piling up over 1700 yards and 16 touchdowns a year ago people say the numbers are skewed. But the fact is Torres had to have a big year to enable some stat keeper to possibly fudge some numbers. It’s not like they can just make stuff up. You can’t simply add a hundred yards to a running back’s total in a single game. It might have been a few yards here and a touchdown there however 1761 yards at 8.15 yards a crack is still a heck of a campaign. Torres is back this year for his senior season and is looking to have another monster year for the run-oriented Dons. They’ll need it. Sierra Vista finished 3-7 and out of the playoffs last year. Looking forward to the SGV Shootout this Saturday – a virtual gold mine for us.
Where else can you get information from 24 different coaches and about 24 local teams that all land smackdab in our coverage area? Let the trash talking begin…
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Covina, Pasadena Marshall, South El Monte, La Puente, Arroyo, Rowland, Rosemead, Northview, Bell Gardens, Keppel, Mt. View, El Monte, Bassett, Gabrielino, Azusa, Arcadia, Diamond Bar, and Montebello. The “shootout” is a sevenon-seven passing tourna-
ment between schools. Scoring occurs as it would in a regular football game but there are no designed running plays. Defenses score as they would in a standard game but also earn points interceptions. Arroyo is not only the host school but the Knights
are out to defend their SGV Shootout title. Last year the Knights knocked out Diamond Bar in the Final. It was the second time in the history of the Tourney that Arroyo has won it all. Tournament starts at 9:00 a.m. Championship game is at 4:30 p.m.
Mt. View Football Team Showing Support for El Monte Police’s Annual Pancake Breakfast
That’s my principle. Tim can be reached at tim@ midvalleysports.com or on Twitter @tspeterson40
Mountian View Vikings football players showing support at El Monte Police Associations Annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast. In the photo; driver: Bobby Hurtado, shotgun: Victor Cruz, in the back Jovani Graciano, Angel Lara and Daniel Martinez. Photo by Devette Johnson, more photos online
KISS Smacked by Sabercats, 75-34 by Tim Peterson Anaheim
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The LA KISS actually had the lead 10-7 after one quarter after Brandon Thompkins caught a 14-yard touchdown pass from Kenny Guiton with just over three minutes left in the first. But after that it was all San Jose. The Sabercats ran off 27
consecutive points, led 4116 at halftime and cruised to a 75-34 rout of the KISS Sunday night before 10,677 fans at Honda Center in Arena Football action. With the victory San Jose improved to 11-4 and wrapped up the Pacific Divi-
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sion title, while the KISS sunk to 3-11. However, despite the record, the KISS is still alive for the final playoff spot. Nathan Stanley threw for six touchdown passes to lead the Cats attack including three each to Dominique Curry and Reggie Gray. Defensive back David Hyland picked off two passes – one of which was returned 34 yards for a touchdown. KISS quarterback Kenny Guiton threw both interceptions and was eventually replaced by J.J. Raterink, who was just reacquired by the KISS last week. Samora Goodson, who also returned to the KISS this week, hauled in a 34 yard TD pass from Raterink and Donovan “Captain” Morgan snagged a 47 yard pass from Raterink in the third quarter but it wasn’t nearly enough. Morgan however also had his struggles fumbling a kickoff return in the end zone that Simeon Castille recovered to give the Cats a 69-28 advantage. The KISS attempted onside kicks after they scored first to go up 3-0 on a Kenny
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 745245CA Loan No. XXXXXX2166 Title Order No. 100726103-CA-MAI ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY. PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01-23-2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 07-16-2014 at 11:00 A.M., ALAW as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 01-31-2007, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 20070205000, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: EUGENIA JAVANA CATALAN, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. 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, interest thereon, estimated 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. Place of Sale: BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $658,591.53 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 11413 ELLIOTT AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91732 APN Number: 8105-011-103 Legal Description: LOT 3 OF TRACT NO. 60167, IN THE CITY OF EL MONTE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 1297, PAGES 70 THROUGH 72 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY AND AS SHOWN ON CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED JUNE 16, 2005 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 05-1410293, OFFICIAL RECORDS. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, ben-
eficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 06-13-2014 ALAW, as Trustee REGINA CANTRELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY ALAW 9200 OAKDALE AVE. - 3RD FLOOR CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 (818)435-3661 For Sales Information: www.servicelinkASAP.com or 1-714-730-2727 www.priorityposting.com or 1-714-573-1965 www.auction.com or 1-800-280-2832 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, this information can be obtained from one of the following three companies: LPS Agency Sales and Posting at (714) 730-2727, or visit the Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP.com (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting and Publishing at (714) 573-1965 or visit the Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com (Click on the link for “Advanced Search” to search for sale information), or auction.com at 1-800-280-2832 or visit the Internet Web site www.auction.com, using the Trustee Sale No. shown above. 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. A-4466190 06/25/2014, 07/02/2014, 07/09/2014 MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR PRE-QUALIFIED CONTRACTORS EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 3537 JOHNSON3537 AVENUE JOHNSON AVENUE L MONTE, CA 91731 EL MONTE, CAE91731
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ENERAL CONTRACTING SERVICES BID NO. G 2014-15(P1) SOUTH EL MONTE HIGH SCHOOL DSA #A03-112959 CTE CAFETERIA PROJECT GENERAL CONTRACTING SERVICES SOUTH EL MONTE HIGH SCHOOL CTE CAFETERIA PROJECT
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JULY 23, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Timeat 10:00 a.m. Pacific Stan BID SUBMISSION DEADLINE: JULY 23, 2014 Absolutely of Time 10:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time no submission will be accepted after deadline dard Absolutely no submission will be accepted after deadline of 10:00 a.m. LOCATION FOR SUBMISSION OF BIDS: EL MONTE U NION HIGH SCHOOL Pacific Standard Time DISTRICT TRANSPORTATION TRAINING ROOM
LOCATION FOR SUBMISSION OF BIDS: EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 1003 DURFEE AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91733 TRANSPORTATION TRAINING ROOM A TTN : R OSANA M C L EOD , D IRECTOR OF PDURFEE URCHASING 1003 AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91733 ATTN: ROSANA MCLEOD, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO PRE-QUALIFIED OF THE EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING DISTRICT that the EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT (“DISTRICT”) invites and will receive
sealed bids for the award of a contract for Bid No. 2014-P15(P1), General Contracting Services – South El Monte High School, Career Technical Education (CTE) Cafeteria Project up to, but not later than, July 23, 2014 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO PRE-QUALIFIED OF THE EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL at 10:00 a.m. P.S.T. (“Bid Submission Deadline”) at the offices of the Director of Purchasing, DISTRICT that the ELRoom, MONTE UNION (“DISTRICT”) Transportation Training located at 1003 HIGH Durfee SCHOOL Avenue, El DISTRICT Monte, California 91733, afterinvites which and time will be publicly opened and award read aloud. DISTRICT reserves right to reject any or all bids or to willbids receive sealed bids for the of aThe contract for Bid No. the 2014-P15(P1), General Contracting waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or in the bidding process. All interested persons are invited Services – South El Monte High School, Career Technical Education (CTE) Cafeteria Project up to, to attend the bid opening.
but not later than, July 23, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. P.S.T. (“Bid Submission Deadline”) at the offices of the
Director of Purchasing, Transportation Training Room, located at 1003 El Monte, The contemplated bid involves General Contracting Services including: renovation andDurfee upgradeAvenue, of the existing 11,800 sq. ft. 91733, cafeteriaafter and adjacent 3,600 bids sq. ft.will workshop to be aopened more designated flexible educational space California which time be publicly and read aloud. The DISTRICT and supportthe arearight for the Theaterany Artsorand program. In addition two new storage container reserves to reject allDesign bids orAcademy to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or units will be added to the campus to support program. in the bidding process. All interested persons are invited to attend the bid opening.
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Bid opening will be held on July 23, 2014 no later than 10:00 a.m.
The mandatory Pre-Bid Conference/Site Walk Services will be held at South renovation El Monte High The contemplated bid involves General Contracting including: andSchool, upgrade Transportation Room,and South El Monte, CA sq. 91733 July 16, 2014 Preof the existing 11,800 sq.Training ft. cafeteria adjacent 3,600 ft. on workshop to beata10:00 morea.m. designated Monte Union High School District flexible educational space and support area for the Theater Arts andElDesign Academy program. In GC CTE Project El Monte HS addition two new storage container units will be added to the campus to support So. program. Notice Inviting Bids Bid No. 2014-15(P1)
• Bid opening will be held on July 23, 2014 no later than 10:00 a.m. • The mandatory Pre-Bid Conference/Site Walk will be held at South El Monte High School, Transportation Training Room, South El Monte, CA 91733 on July 16, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Pre-Qualified Bidders should allow at least 1 hour for Pre-Bid Conference/Site Walk. ALL PROSPECTIVE PRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS SHALL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND PRE-BID CONFERENCES/SITE WALK IN ORDER TO SUBMIT A BID. BIDDERS MUST SIGN IN AT THE TIME OF JOB WALK AT MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL. PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS SHALL ALSO BE REQUIRED TO SIGN AN ATTENDANCE LOG AT PRE-BID CONFERENCE/SITE WALK AS A CONDITION TO SUBMITTING A BID. BIDDERS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO SIGN-IN AFTER 10:00 A.M. AT SITE JOB WALK!! Bidders who fail to sign-in shall be deemed absent and shall not be entitled to submit a Bid.
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Contractor must possess an Active Class “B” General Building Contractor’s License at time of bid submittal. Bids must be accompanied by a bidder’s bond, cashier’s check or certified check (hereinafter, the “Bid Security”) for TEN PERCENT the amount the bid. The bidder’s bond or Walk. certified check Qualified Bidders (10%) should of allow at least 1ofhour for Pre-Bid Conference/Site ALL PROSPECTIVE PRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS BE REQUIRED ATTEND shall be made payable to the EL MONTE UNION HIGHSHALL SCHOOL DISTRICTTO and shall bePREgiven as BID CONFERENCES/SITE WALK IN ORDER TO SUBMIT A BID. BIDDERS MUST SIGN a guarantee that the bidder will enter into a contract if a contract is awarded to the bidder, and will be IN AT THE TIME OF JOB WALK AT MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL. PROSPECTIVE declared forfeited, paid to, or retained by REQUIRED the DISTRCT as liquidated damages ifLOG the bidder refuses or BIDDERS SHALL ALSO BE TO SIGN AN ATTENDANCE AT PRE-BID neglects to enter into a contract onWALK the terms of CONDITION the acceptedTO proposal within fourteen (14) calendar CONFERENCE/SITE AS A SUBMITTING A BID. BIDDERS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO SIGN-IN AFTER A.M. AT JOB WALK!! days after bidder’s notification of DISTRICT’s acceptance of the10:00 proposal. NoSITE bidder may withdraw Bidders fail to(60) sign-in shall be days deemed absent shall entitled to submit a Bid. any bid for a period ofwho SIXTY calendar after theand date setnot forbethe opening of bids. Contractor must possess an Active Class “B” General Building Contractor’s License at time of bid submittal.
Bids shall be made on the forms prepared by the DISTRICT. Bid Packets may be obtained at no Bids be accompanied by a bidder’s bond, cashier’s check or certified check (hereinafter, the “Bid Security”) for of cost bymust accessing the DISTRICT webpage at www.emuhsd.org or from the Offices of the Director TEN PERCENT (10%) of the amount of the bid. The bidder’s bond or certified check shall be made payable to the Purchasing the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30bep.m. Monday through Friday. EL MONTEbetween UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT and shall given as a guarantee that the bidderFor will questions enter into a or directions the Siteis Walk locations, please contact Rosana McLeod byortelephone 258-4905 contract ifto a contract awarded to the bidder, and will be declared forfeited, paid to, retained by at the(626) DISTRCT as if the bidder refuses or neglects to enter into a contract on the terms of the accepted proposal or liquidated by e-maildamages at rmcleod@emuhsd.k12.ca.us. within fourteen (14) calendar days after bidder’s notification of DISTRICT’s acceptance of the proposal. No bidder may withdraw any bid for a period of SIXTY (60) calendar days after the date set for the opening of bids.
EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT Bids shall be made on the forms prepared by the DISTRICT. Bid Packets may be obtained at no cost by accessing Rosana McLeod the DISTRICT webpage at www.emuhsd.org or from the Offices of the Director of Purchasing between the Director of Purchasing hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For questions or directions to the Site Walk locations, please contact Rosana McLeod by telephone at (626) 258-4905 or by e-mail at rmcleod@emuhsd.k12.ca.us.
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Bid Opening: July 23, 2014 - 10:00 a.m. El Monte Union High School District Transportation Training Room 1003 DURFEE AVENUE Bid Opening: July 23, 2014 - 10:00 a.m. El Monte Union High School District EL MONTE, 91733 Transportation TrainingCA Room 1003 DURFEE AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91733
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Spencer field goal and several times throughout the contest leaving San Jose on a short field. “That was the game plan coming in. We felt if we could get a couple of possessions early we could get an advantage and it almost worked. We almost recovered a couple,” said KISS coach Bob McMillen. “But we didn’t and things just didn’t go our way. We turned the ball over a couple of times after we led early and Kenny (Guiton) missed a couple of throws. But we kind of threw Kenny to the Wolves. Aaron Garcia was hurt and we needed Kenny
to start.” Raterink scored on a oneyard keeper late in the game, but the Sabercats finished off the game when backup quarterback Dennis Harvilla found offensive lineman Rich Ranglin for a 16-yard score. Morgan had a pair of touchdown catches for the KISS and led the team in yardage. Next up for the KISS is a trip to Portland to take on the Thunder. The KISS trail the Thunder by one game in the race for the final playoff spot in the National Conference.
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CITY OF EL MONTE, CALIFORNIA NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND PUBLIC INVITATION TO ATTEND A “SCOPING SESSION” FOR A PROPOSED MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT (Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno at (626) 258-8626) The City of El Monte (the “City”) is the lead agency for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) consistent with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the Project identified below. A Project “Scoping Session” is also being conducted to ensure the public has the opportunity to provide input on topics related to the Environmental Impact Report. The City hereby invites any interested individuals to provide comments on the scope and content of the Environmental Impact Report. PROJECT TITLE:
“Flair Spectrum El Monte” Project and Specific Plan
PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD:
July 11, 2014 to August 11, 2014
SCOPING MEETING:
Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 6:30 P.M. El Monte City Hall East, Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, CA
RESPONSES AND Responses and comments can be provided orally or in writing at the scoping COMMENTS : meeting. In addition, they may also be submitted in writing to 5:00 P.M. August 11, 2014. Comments, questions and written correspondence may be directed to: Jason C. Mikaelian, Planning Service Manager City of El Monte - City Hall West 11333 Valley Boulevard El Monte, CA 91731 (626) 580-2064 jmikaelian@elmonteca.gov PROJECT LOCATION:
9400 Flair Drive (Assessor Parcel Numbers 8581-001-025, 029 & 046) at the southeast corner of Flair Drive and Rio Hondo Avenue.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Construction of a mixed-use development which consists of 500,000 square feet of retail and 50,000 square feet of restaurant for an outlet mall, a 220-room hotel, and 600 residential units on the 14.66 acre project site. The Project also includes the option for up to 20 percent of the proposed retail square footage to be developed as office use (resulting in 100,000 square feet of office and 400,000 square feet of retail). Parking would be provided in subterranean and above-grade parking structures.
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Pursuant to law, the City Council hereby gives notice that a public hearing will be held regarding: ITEM UNDER CONSIDERATION:
2013 – 2014 Congestion Management Plan (CMP) Local Development Report (LDR)
REQUEST:
A public hearing of the El Monte City Council for the purpose of certifying the Local Development Report (LDR) to demonstrate compliance with the Los Angeles County Congestion Management Program (CMP).
LEAD AGENCY:
City of El Monte
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:
This project is Categorically Exempt (Class 6 – Information Collection) in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, and the CEQA Guidelines as amended.
DATE AND HOUR:
Tuesday, July 22, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
PLACE OF HEARING:
El Monte City Hall; City Hall East – City Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
Persons wishing to comment on the proposed application or the environmental documentation may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. If you challenge the decision of the City Council, 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 Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
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The Project includes the proposed retail, restaurant, hotel, residential, parking, and all facilities proposed within the Project site, on- and off-site supporting improvements, and associated discretionary actions. The Project would be developed in two phases (with the retail, restaurant, hotel and some parking in the first phase and the residential and remaining parking in the second phase). City approval of the following discretionary actions would be required in order to implement the Project: (1) Certification of the EIR and approval of the following: (2) General Plan Amendment, (3) Creation of a new Specific Plan, (4) Conditional Use Permit for the hotel use, (5) Conditional Use Permit to develop more than three residential units, (6) Vesting Tentative Tract Map, (7) Design Review and (8) Development Agreement. POTENTIAL The potential environmental effects of the Project, as enumerated in the Project ENVIRONMENTAL Initial Study, are related to aesthetics, air quality, cultural resources, geology and soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, EFFECTS: hydrology and water quality, land use and planning, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, transportation and traffic, and utilities and service systems. The Project’s potential environmental effects are further described in the Project’s Initial Study, which is available for review as discussed below. DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY:
The Notice of Preparation and Initial Study can be viewed on the City’s Website at http://www.ci.el-monte.ca.us/Government/EconomicDevelopment. aspx. The documents are also available during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.) at City of El Monte -- City Hall West at 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte CA and at the Norwood Library at 4550 N. Peck Road, El Monte, CA.
INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:
The City of El Monte wishes to assist individuals with special needs. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable us to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 Code of Federal Regulations 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II).
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Entertainment Corner Movie Review: San Gabriel Valley Comic Book Deliver Us from Expo Returns to Baldwin Park Evil by Lucia Flores Baldwin Park
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Deliver Us from Evil started playing in theaters the 4th of July weekend. If movie goers think that the movie will be a remake of the “Walking Dead” series, then they are all in for a big surprise. If viewers have seen the movie “The Rite” from Director Mikael Hafström, then the film will captivate your attention 10 to 15 minutes into the movie. Deliver Us from Evil is based on true encounters of a New York Police District Sergeant, dealing with a series of unnatural cases to be solved. Deliver Us from Evil is a screenplay by Scott Derrickson, Paul Harris Boardman and written by Ralph Sarchie and Lisa Collier Cool. The premiere was held in Krikorian Pico Rivera Village Walk 15 on
June 31st. The line for the premiere stretched around the building.When entering the sitting area all the seats were completely filled within one hour. Viewers were excited for the horror film to start, although before the movie ended most guests had predicted a score of 6 or 7 out of ten. At the end of the movie applauses could be heard and the guests voiced their opinion on a 8 or 9 score out of ten. The movie is rated R. Parents, just in case your children ask to see this movie, the rating is based on bloody scenes, content of violence, uncensored images, lots of terror throughout the movie, and inappropriate language. Thank you readers,hope you enjoyed the movie review, and possibly more to come in the near future.
Comic Book Expo art gallery at the ARC Center in Baldwin Park. photo by Lucia Flores
San Gabriel Valley’s annual Comic Book Expo made its triumphant return to the Arts and Recreation Center (ARC) in Baldwin Park. The event featured local and independent comic book artists, animation, cosplayers, an artist alley, photo booth, food trucks, and a comicinspired art exhibit. The SGV Comic Book Expo, organized in part by the Nuvein Foundation for Literature and the Arts, provided an entertaining afternoon filled with activities for all ages. Workshops and panels gave attendees a chance to explore their creative ambitions. A workshop hosted by cartoonist Javier Hernandez, “Let’s Make Comics,” gave children an
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opportunity to see first-hand how a comic book is created. Informative panels offered to the public included “Women Making Comics and Zines” and “Forgotten Treasures of Mexican Comics.” Another highlight of the expo was the art exhibition, which featured works from local artists. Renditions of the comic world’s most popular characters filled the walls of the gallery, which will still be opened to the public for viewing until August 2nd. Throughout the expo, cosplayers walked the floor, at times being stopped for photos. Cosplay is the art of dressing in costume as a favorite character. Many
cosplayers spend a good amount of time and effort to make their own costumes and accessories. In the main event area, independent comic book artists displayed their latest artwork and comics. Interesting titles like Cholo Libre and Misfortune High conveyed the variety of comics available at the event, a reflection of the burgeoning art scene in the San Gabriel Valley that continues to grow every year. For a full list of participating artists and vendors, and for more information on the next San Gabriel Comic Book Expo, visit www. facebook.com/SGVComicBookExpo.
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