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Summer Bridge Program Provides Language and Literacy Education by Michelle Earle El Monte
Several of Mountain View School District’s youngest students got a jump start on the school year as they participated in the SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language) Summer Bridge Program. Designed for English language learners, SEAL is a comprehensive model of intensive, enriched language and literacy education for students in preschool through third grade. The 10-day summer
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program, geared for Kindergarten and first grade students provided exceptional learning opportunities. Teachers utilized thematic units of instruction focusing on insects and the ocean as they implemented Common Core and English Language Development standards to develop the students’ language and literacy skills. Designed to be “alive with language” the SEAL classrooms were buzzing with conversations as teachers engaged the students to talk about what they were learning, ask questions, and predict and wonder about their world. MVSD’s SEAL teachers received training in the program and use rich, expressive language to create an environment where academic vocabulary comes to life. The classrooms were vibrant with studentproduced work adorning the walls.
The curious young students had fun developing their skills while they studied bees, ladybugs, dragon flies, marine life, oceans, and more. “Ladybugs have a head, thorax, abdomen, wings and compound eyes,” shared a
kindergartner in Mrs. Roabout octopus, rainbow fish, driguez’s class at Cogswell crabs, the ocean animals’ School. “It was fun learning food chain and much more. about the ladybugs and other “The Summer Bridge Proinsects.” gram has been wonderful,” In another classroom stusaid teacher, Elsa Perini. dents were studying marine “The kids are wonderful and life and engaged in collabthe program is really good orative conversations Bridge Program continued on page 10
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American Legion Auxiliary Unit 247 had Girls State Representatives, Emily Zheng from Arcadia High School, Arianna French from San Marino High School and Hattie Xu from Gabriellino High School speak on their experiences at their monthly meeting last Wednesday night at the American Legion Post 247. Sandy Houseknecht spoke about California Convention. “I really enjoyed Girls State, I met a lot of people I thought I would never meet.” said Emily Zheng. Girls State was held at McKenna/Claremont College this year. It is a week long camp held once a year where girls live in “cities” within the dormitory. Girls join others from around the state and “unite as a common voice.” said
Hattie Xu. ALA Girls State develops leadership skills, confidence and an action-based understanding of the government process. “I am really glad I went and I am thankful for the opportunity” Arianna French stated in her speech. Sandy Houseknecht reported on California Convention. It was the 95th annual Department of California Convention and was held in Santa Clara, Ca earlier this summer. The purpose was electing officers and receiving committee reports.”It was a simple and nice installation.” Sandy said. The 2013- 2014 Memorial Service was also held during the convention to honor those who have serviced. Sandy said it was requested to wear all white. American Legion Auxiliary sponsored these represen-
tatives to attend Girls State and the CA convention. ALA is the largest women’s patriotic service organization in the world, the Auxiliary’s membership is around 800,000. With 9,500 units in the United States, members are fiercely dedicated to serving, helping and meeting the needs of veterans, their families and their communities. Your local chapter in Arcadia is located 615 E. Live Oak Ave., Arcadia CA 91006 (626) 445-4822. If you have a special person in active military duty, a wounded warrior or a veteran that would appreciate a thank you card or care package please provide the name of the person, mailing address and specify in which war(s) they served to: Email the information to funniflower@yahoo.com
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GETTING OLD by Eugene R. Webb
Growing old you’d think are the days of glory; We can bend over, but getting up is another story. Getting old never makes a person glad; Talking about the health problems they’ve had. Everybody likes saving money in any amount; Real old, when not asked, just given a senior discount. Getting lucky means finding your car in a parking lot; Yet we must be grateful for everything we have got. You’re really old when you get winded playing cards; And it’s a real trip just to stroll around in the yards. It takes two or more tries to get up and out of bed; Then for three or four minutes I just scratch my head. I don’t know if I’m leaving the room or just coming in; And I can tell you growing old there is no way to win. A pacemaker makes a garage door go up and down; And old timer is lucky if they can keep hanging around. People born after 1928 have no idea what I am saying; They think that it’s a joke and that I’m just playing. It’s hard to believe that an old timer can live so long; When we have so many things that can go wrong.
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According to the West Virginia Code of State rules, physical abuse is the “use of physical force, body posture or gesture or body movement that inflicts or threatens to inflict pain on a client.” Obviously, the purposeful infliction of pain on an individual is illegal and looked down upon by all of society. So, why is police brutality any different? In August of this year, Michael Brown was shot and killed by a police officer, sparking protests by the citizens of Ferguson, Missouri. For days, protesters peacefully called for justice and fair action in the release of information from the police office. In return, policemen and women held a front against the protesters, shooting rubber bullets
and attacking the crowd with tear gas. Essentially, the police exerted violence as an attempt to discipline the crowd. As most parents know, pain can be effective for discipline, but there is a limit. The St. Louis and Ferguson police departments crossed that limit. The protesters were completely peaceful, save for a few individuals who saw an opportunity to create mischief. Still, the police hurt them with their weapons and kept pushing them down the street. As one Livestream I observed showed, the police even attacked along a residential street. The police’s use of violence for discipline shows the loss of morals and a sense of legality within their police force, displaying the
corruption that may spread to other states. If that type of mentality spreads, who can protect us if our police force only protects themselves?
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Cruising Alaska Continues: Skagway to Glacier Bay by Jo Anne Disney Glacier Bay
The next stop on the Alaskan Cruise was Glacier Bay, a distance of 111 nautical miles from Skagway. Glacier Bay is a one of a kind experience. Seeing the glaciers in all of their splendor is the most breathtaking site I think I have ever encountered. Glacier Bay is described as “a homeland, a natural lab, a wilderness, a national park, a United Nations biosphere reserve, and a world heritage site.” History tells us that 250 years ago, Glacier Bay was “all glacier and no bay. A massive river of ice, roughly 100 miles long and thousands of feet deep, occupied the entire bay.” Unfortunately today the glacier is gone and only fewer “tidewater glaciers” remain. Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a part of a 25-million acre World Heritage Site. It is “one of the world’s largest protected natural areas designated by UNESCO.” Vessels cannot enter Glacier Bay without permits and the park rangers as guides. Since the cruise ship never stops, the rangers board the ship by cruising along side and climbing the ladder. The rangers remain on board and describe the glaciers as the ship slowly cruises the area for the passengers to be given plenty of time to take photos. Then the rangers get back on their boat and head home.
The glaciers are a beautiful aqua color and we were fortunate enough to see a piece break off and fall into the bay. The sound can only be described as mighty and amazing all at the same time! I spoke to a friend who took an Alaskan cruise over 30 years ago. At that time their cruise ship was guided through Glacier Bay because
the glaciers were so close to the ship. That is definitely not the case today. It seems to be a prime example of what Global Warming is doing to our planet. So before Glacier Bay becomes extinct, visit a true wonder of the world. Our next stop: College Fjord photos courtesy of Jo Anne Disney
City of El Monte and Partners to Host Back to School Resource Fair by Valerie Martinez El Monte
WHAT: The El Monte community is rallying once again to support children preparing for their first day of school by providing free backpacks, haircuts and supplies at the Third Annual Back to School Resource Fair from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Valley Mall. The event, open to schoolaged children who attend El Monte schools, will provide students with more than 300 haircuts, 1,500 pairs of socks, 1,500 backpacks and numerous school supplies to start off the school year right. This year, the Los Angeles County Fire Department will bring Rescue 5, one of five surviving fire trucks from
the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Rescue 5 is a moving museum that travels the county as a memorial to those who lost their lives in the attacks. The “Shakey Quakey” earthquake simulator will also be available to teach kids how to respond during an earthquake. The fair will also provide free fingerprinting of children by the El Monte Police Department. The City of El Monte partnered with the Downtown El Monte Business Association, El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, Professional Institute of Beauty, and El Monte Union High School, El Monte City and Mountain View school districts, as well as valued
community organizations/ businesses to host the Fair. All resources and services will be distributed on a firstcome, first-served basis for those attending El Monte schools. Last year’s successful event attracted more than 1,000 children. For more information, call El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce at (626) 443-0180. WHEN: Saturday, Aug.
23, 2014, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 9 a.m. Program of Presentations from Local Officials and Community Members WHERE: Valley Mall 3754 Santa Anita Ave., El Monte, CA 91731 (Parking lot behind Professional Institute of Beauty) VISUALS: Hundreds of school-age children will be getting haircuts and school supplies in time for the first day of school.
Rescue 5, one of five surviving fire trucks from the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks that serves as a traveling memorial museum. Children learning how to respond during an earthquake in the “Shakey Quakey” earthquake simulator, which is designed to look and feel like a schoolhouse with real desks and a chalkboard.
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‘Time Jockey’ Thank You by Joe Castillo
Showing Support …. Approximately 200 family members and friends paid their final respects to Matt Castillo, a 2010 graduate of Temple City High School, who passed away on July 1. Services including the Prayer of the Rosary and Mass were held at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Temple City on July 18 and 19. Final internment was held at Resurrection Cemetery in Monterey Park. The services included music and singing performed in the church and
at the gravesite, a butterfly ‘renewal of life’ release and a prayer performed by the Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians Kizh Nation. Matt Castillo was 22 years old before a heart attack prematurely ended his life. He will be remembered for his smile, his laughter and his love of games, both electronic and board. The family of Matt wishes to express their sincere appreciation to his friends, family and local community for their support during this challenging period…..
Daniel Chen Accepted to Army and Navy Academy by Army and Navy Academy San Gabriel
Daniel Chen, son of Gui Bin Chen and Rong Liu of San Gabriel, has been admitted to Army and Navy Academy, a military boarding school in Carlsbad, CA, for the 2014-2015 school year. He is one of the newest members of the Class of 2017. Army and Navy Academy is one of the top military schools in the nation, with a focus on academics, leadership, and athletics. Leadership and character development are emphasized and taught through the Academy’s JROTC program, which is taught in addition to the core subjects that follow the University of California “A-G” course requirements. The Academy boasts a global campus, with students attending from all backgrounds and from over 15 states and 30 different countries. This provides a unique cultural landscape that gives students a true understanding of what it means to be a global citizen. “Responsibility, accountability, and motivation are not just lessons; they are a way of life at Army-Navy,” says Major General Arthur M. Bartell, USA (Ret.), Academy President. “We’re looking forward to another great year at the Academy, educating and developing good character in young men.” Army and Navy Academy welcomes the Chen family into the school community
for 2014-2015. Founded in 1910, the Army and Navy Academy is a private not-for-profit institution that provides an academically robust, characterbased education for young men, grades 7 through 12. It is the only private boarding school in San Diego County and the only private military academy for high school-age students in California and surrounding states.
Farewell to the Land Down Under by Bailee Weisz and Nathan Wong Temple City/ Australia
Final week. It’s hard to believe that our trip is coming to an end. This month has been nothing short of amazing. From going on a jet boat ride through Sydney Harbor, to running through the white sand beach of Coogee in the rain, this trip has brought memories that will always be near and dear to our hearts. The last seven days have been jam-packed with last-minute trips to Coles for food to bring home and spending just a little bit more quality time with our host families. The week’s festivities kicked off on Thursday and included a trip to a local primary school where we made Lamingtons and played a friendly game of Oz tag with the kids during recess. We then had a sausage sizzle with our fellow exchange students from Japan and headed to ten pin bowling. Friday was another school day where we learned about Australian geography and its role from a global perspective. It was eye opening to see how another country sees the United States and the impact of events happening at home. Friday night brought out our cowboy boots and flannies as we dosi-doed to traditional Australian music. It was a night of laughter, new friends, and an overall good time. Our last weekend was time for us to spend alongside our host families and each other. Some of the girls, including Bailee Weisz, Sarah Tomason, and Amber Allred, spent Saturday at a family farm in Merriwa. They went yabbying, spotlighting for animals, and had dinner around a roaring bonfire. I, Nathan Wong, went mountain biking in nearby Hornsby. The track included winding boardwalks, moguls, and steep cliffs, all of which led to many crashes and collisions. Our weekend ended with a VIP trip to a live taping of the X Factor television show. Thanks to Nathan’s host family, we were lucky to take a front row seat to witness some of Australia’s singing talent. Nonetheless, Australia has been very good to us and we are sad to leave. Participating in this exchange program has made us grow as individuals and mature in the way we go about our daily lives. We have learned that love exists in all forms; for a home, an adopted family, and for
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What's in the Stars?? ARIES Gatherings with friends or group activities could lead to ideas for new projects that fire your energy and enthusiasm. TAURUS Activities of some kind could put you in the public eye today. Some work you’ve done well might bring you richly deserved acknowledgement.
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ACROSS 1. Eat quickly and greedily 6. Store sign, abbr. 9. Life saver 13. Gastric woe 14. Poetic “before” 15. *Geometry tool 16. Mood disorder somewhat opposite of depression 17. Pitching stat 18. Fill with optimism 19. *Not needed for an oral test 21. *Jeff Spicoli’s history teacher 23. Blue feeling 24. *Do it to term papers, pre-word processors 25. Insane 28. Adherent of Sikhism 30. African snake whose bite can be fatal, pl. 35. Lode deposits 37. Change for a five 39. Make a logical connection 40. Plural of velum 41. Customs, values and behaviors acceptable to a social group 43. Astronaut’s insignia 44. “Vide _____” or “see below” 46. *Mrs. Krabappel’s naughty student 47. Big ____ at 7-Eleven 48. *Lunch period activity 50. A secret look 52. Casual attire 53. Sports award 55. Goose egg 57. *Teacher who made “wha wha wha” sound 60. *One for each class? 63. Very, in music 64. ___-Wan 66. Enter a computer 68. Sauvignon _____ 69. National University of Singapore 70. It follows the strophe and antistrophe 71. Electricity pathway 72. “C’___ la vie!” 73. Torn down
DOWN 1. Nurses’ organization 2. Palm starch 3. a.k.a. Xi’an, ancient capital of China 4. Ovine sign of the zodiac 5. Mad person 6. Worshipped by ancient Semitic peoples 7. ___-Wan of “Star Wars” 8. Zoroaster follower 9. Campus head 10. Descriptive of pastoral life 11. North of Cleveland 12. *Broadway recognition 15. Alluvial deposit 20. Minimum 22. Recipe amount 24. Entrenched stronghold 25. *Gold knight 26. Lost in Provence 27. Get ready to drive 29. Encircle 31. Church sound 32. Walk like a peacock 33. About to explode 34. *Swedish benefactor 36. Sub station 38. *Winged woman holding an atom 42. BBQ spot 45. In a tame manner 49. Opposite of “miss” 51. Ran off to Vegas? 54. Peter and Paul 56. Rain forest ruminant 57. *Billie ____ King, 1972’s Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year 58. Held by a clip 59. Super garb? 60. *Pulitzer Prize winner, “To ____ a Mockingbird” 61. What the Big Bad Wolf did 62. Larger-than-life 63. Dash 66. To court 68. Acid
GEMINI Ideas from other states or countries might fire your creativity. Your intellectual or artistic interests could take on a new dimension, expanding your horizons and opening new opportunities. CANCER A sum of money above and beyond your usual income could come your way. This could be a bonus, settlement, or even a gift of some kind. LEO Some vast changes in your community could take place, Leo. The level of excitement in your neighborhood is likely high, and you could get caught up in it.
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VIRGO You might choose to do some volunteer work today or help a friend. This could make you aware of a talent you didn’t know you had. LIBRA Today you might wake up feeling that you can move mountains - and this might be exactly what you set out to do, figuratively speaking. SCORPIO Today you could recapture the joy in life that you had as a child, Scorpio. SAGITTARIUS Projects involving a group, perhaps your entire community, could take up a lot of your time, Sagittarius. CAPRICORN New ideas for your career could be on your mind, Capricorn. AQUARIUS Continued success and good luck should have you feeling charged up to move ahead with plans and ideas. PISCES Don’t be surprised if sometime during the day you feel angry for no apparent reason, Pisces.
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Joe T.’s Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
Hell Week for Jr. Gremlins Flag Football (White Team) by Mark Peters El Monte
Ahead of The Curve When you look at the academic problems of Notre Dame football, I can’t help but think I was ahead of the curve all those years ago when I was trying to get passing grades at El Monte without going to class.
8/22: Former Temple City shortstop Dusty Sanderson turns 22. 8/22: Former Arcadia quarterback Nick Ponce turns 25. 8/23: El Monte High School alum Jeff Burch turns 50.
The administration shot the idea down, of course. Maybe I should have been a good football player instead of somebody always looking for an angle. When your 15 you look for angles all time, I understand, but when you are a major university how can you justify such childishness?
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Just playing devil’s advocate here. Remember we live in a world where someone can sue McDonalds because the coffee was too hot. If someone wanted to (and we do live in a seriously litigious society) couldn’t they argue in front of a judge that staying and playing football at a school which just lost its football coach is unsafe? Mid Bits (just like tidbits) ***Former Arroyo standout, assistant coach, and teacher Kenny Andrew is now living in San Diego working for the Coronado Brewing Company. “I miss coaching football,” he says. “But I love beer more.” ***Dodgers get swept at home by the Milwaukee Brewers. Sounds like the plot line for Hangover 4. ***The Seattle Clippers? Yeah, it’s a possibility. ***You like Bon Jovi? A lot of people like Bon Jovi, but apparently not in Buffalo. Lead singer Jon Bon Jovi is part of a group purchasing the Buffalo Bills and considering moving the franchise to Toronto, Canada. ***And just like that, the Los Angeles Angels are in first place. Happy Birthday this week to: 8/20: Longtime Tribune sports writer/good guy Steve Ramirez turns 53 8/20: Former Temple City American softball pitcher Lisa (Brown) Lewis turns 21.
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Jr. Gremilins Flag Football Team ( White Team ). Photo courtesy Mark Peters
New Temple Park, El Monte - The El Monte Jets Football season is underway and off to a rigorous start. The first 3 weeks are what is known as Hell Week(s) for the purpose of conditioning the boys for the upcoming weigh in. These responsibilities fall to the skilled leadership of the certified flag football coaches, in particular for the El Monte Jets-Jr. Gremlins; Coach Jesus “Chuy” Delgado and Assistant Coaches Irvin Gaona and Frank Velasquez. Upon making the draft the boys will start to play the games along with practicing 3 days per week for two hours at a time. The players for this team have to maintain a weight of 90 lbs and a GPA of 2.0 and higher to be allowed to play. Team mom Alma Santis Assistant Directors (AD) Yajaira Delgado and team Director Yuri Montelongo are the life blood to the team and organize, plan and make
sure everything runs as it should. The AD’s help the parents settle in while their child is being introduced to the rigors of playing football. The AD’s also provide on the spot first aid to the injured players and are trained to look for head injuries, concussions and effects of injuries on a growing body to name a couple. Kids should learn the fundamentals of football — catching the ball, playing defense — without having to worry about trying to tackle kids that are 20 to 30 pounds heavier, this is where flag football comes into the scene as this is a low impact introduction to the sport of football. This is a great way for kids to get excited about playing football. It’s a chance for them to get to play under the lights. It’s also a chance to provide more avenues of fun playing football. A lot of kids go through tackle football and get
turned off by it. They’re forced to play the line or they’re not ready for the contact. When kids get turned off at an early age, they don’t want to play the game later on. In this league, everyone can go out on a player; everyone is [an eligible receiver]. You can run with the ball and not being intimidated by someone trying to tackle you. The coaches are required to go through an intense 4 hour online course with quizzes and a final exam to become eligible to coach at this level. This certification ensures that your child is being coached by a professional and by someone who is dedicated to the sport and has the ability to teach a child. The dedication of Coach Jesus “Chuy” Delgado and Assistant Coaches Irvin Gaona and Frank Velasquez will enable your child to have a full and safe experience and be able to walk away form the end Jr. Gremlins continued on page 8
Alhambra’s Briones Signs by Joe Torosian Alhambra
Alhambra Moors baseball player Marco Briones signed his letter of intent to play at Utah Valley University. A three year letterman, he is the school’s career leader in pitching wins. At the plate this past season he hit .333 with four doubles, three triples and 16 runs batted in 2014. He also stole seven bases as the Moors went 15-0 in Almont League play, 22-4 overall. He is seated between his parents Veronica and Marco Sr. in the picture. Duane Russell, Principal, and Steve Gewecke, varsity baseball coach, are standing.
Marco Briones on ‘signing day. Photo by Shannon Kha
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
The other night we were talking about our final four picks for the Southeast Division. Yeah, it’s a little early but you know, the season starts in a couple of weeks and that’s what we do in August. Anyway I said La Serna and my pick was immediately dismissed. One staff member scoffed, another laughed and another asked me what I was smoking. I’m getting all this negativity about a team that has appeared in three consecutive CIF Southeast Championship games and is coming off a magical 2013 run that culminated with a championship for the ages. The heart stopping win over Norwalk will be talked about for the next few decades. So what’s the deal? No Frankie Football means no success? Didn’t everybody think the Lancers were done after Andrew Buenrostro graduated? Yes Frankie Palmer is a big loss but so was Buenrostro. La Serna just plugged in Palmer and kept on going. That’s what the Lancers do. Didn’t the Lancers lose everybody to graduation? Sure, they lost some guys but everybody does. Did you know that La Serna has four players returning (Kevin Ramos, Bryce Oliver, Anthony Garcia and Ruben Rios) that rushed for over 2500 yards combined in 2013? Did you know that they have a linebacker coming back – Daniel Campos- who had over 100 tackles last season? Campos had the most tackles on the team and it wasn’t even close. Did you know that they have a lineman named Dominic Garcia returning who had close to 40 tackles last year along with five sacks? Anybody else? Well yeah there’s RB/DB Jalen Thompson and linebacker Michael Vega. And yes they do have a quarterback to replace Frankie Football. He’s a senior and has been waiting behind Palmer for the last two years. His name is Enrique Pacheco and he’ll be fine. “He has great arm strength and he’s a leader. He’s already been chosen captain by the players,” said La Serna head coach Margarito Beltran. With the realignment, don’t the Lancers now have to compete with the likes of St. Francis, Cathedral and Harvard-Westlake? Well yeah, but they’ve been doing that for years. Just take a look at their non-league schedules over the past few seasons. Don’t discount La Serna. Beltran and company will be right in the mix.
August 20, 2014
Nava Checks Out of Amat
I got a good look at Arroyo’s Robert Sanchez Friday. The kid is bigger than I thought. I like Arroyo Head Coach Jim Singiser’s assessment of him. “He’ll play college football somewhere. He’s definitely an APU (Azusa Pacific) kid. He could play at Whittier College right now,” Singiser said. Speaking of Azusa Pacific, the Cougars kick off the season Thursday night September 4 against Grand Valley State at Citrus College. The game is being televised by CBS Sports. Huge! The High School football season is just 10 days away. That’s my principle. Tim can be reached at tim@ midvalleysports.com or on Twitter @tspeterson40
Former Rosemead and now former Bishop Amat QB Steven Nava (at the Charter Oak passing tourney). Photo by Joe Torosian by Joe Torosian El Monte
It was one of the biggest off season moves. Steven Nava’s departure from Rosemead to Bishop Amat in early June set off a firestorm on the message boards. Now the talented passer is leaving the Lancers program. The transfer to Amat had been cleared by CIF, but word reached Mid Valley
News Thursday night that Nava had withdrawn from the school. The family is citing financial reasons along with the travel distance from home to campus. As a sophomore, Nava threw for nearly 1,200 yards and 13 touchdowns last season. After an excellent spring and
solid showings in passing tournaments he transferred to Amat where he was battling junior quarterback Damien Garcia for the Lancers starting job. Rumor has him returning to Rosemead, but nothing has been confirmed about his next stop.
‘The Mid’ Area Football Top Ten The football season is, roughly, ten days away. Transfers, injuries, and developing talent keep the situation at most of these schools fluid. Rosemead might be the new wild card, but Arcadia might be the best team that doesn’t make the playoffs.
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of the season no matter how many wins or loses with their heads held up high and be able to say “I did it”. The players of the Jr. Gremlins-White Team are Alexis Alvarenga, Gabriel Canchola, Marcus Vasquez, Juan Enrique Caudilla IV, Jesus C. Delgado, Mark Anthony Lara, Manuel Montelongo, Mario Montes, Nathan Santiago Munoz, Martin Ortiz, Jose E Salas JR, Julian Velasquez, Stephan Corona, Andrew Corona, Richard Inostroz, Ryan Munana, Gabriel Rincon, Adrian Ruiz, and Noel Vargas. These kids make flag football the amazing sport it is today. Good luck Jr. Gremlins on your upcoming season.
1. Monrovia Wildcats: New coach, abundant talent, same result. 2. Baldwin Park Braves: New coach, big bodies, ready to make a run. 3. Arcadia Apaches: Coach Andrew Policky has a nice QB in Nico Hillier. 4. Arroyo Knights: Robert Sanchez is new Secretary of Defense. 5. El Monte Lions: They’ll score points, but can they prevent them? 6. Duarte Falcons: Have new coach, need to handle the transition. 7. Gabrielino Eagles: Elijah Peters expecting big senior season. 8. Rio Hondo Prep Kares: This might be a little low, but a good place for them to start. 9. Rosemead Panthers: If they get Steven Nava back they become a dangerous
team. 10. South El Monte Eagles: Marcos Lopez, Jaime
Michel...smells like touchdowns.
Arroyo’s Robert Sanchez is among the area’s best on defense. Photo by Tim Peterson
August 20, 2014 Trustee Sale NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-13-598745-JP Order No.: 130206757-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/15/2006. 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): SABRINA HUIZAR, A SINGLE WOMAN, AND SALVADOR HUIZAR, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 11/28/2006 as Instrument No. 20062620326 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 9/10/2014 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $746,808.12 The purported property address is: 11108, 11110, 11110 1/2 MCGIRK AVE, EL MONTE, CA 91731 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8569-016-019 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
NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR PRE-QUALIFIED CONTRACTORS
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 714-730-2727 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-13-598745-JP . 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 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-13-598745-JP IDSPub #0069654 8/20/2014 8/27/2014 9/3/2014 MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE BUSINESS AND PROFESSION CODE 21700 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 11:00 AM ON THE DAY OF SEPTEMBER 3RD 2014 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 ANA TELLO RANGE, FRIDGE, CLOTHES, BED, FURNITURE VIRGINIA CARRILLO FURNITURE, BOXES, CHAIRS, CLOTHES SANDRA MUNOZ HIGHCHAIR, KIDS TOYS, BIKE, BOXES CUATHEMONOC ALEMAN SOFA, DRESSER .BED JEFF T. GULLEY TV, BOXES, TOYS, BAGS, TOTES DOLORES FRANCO FURNITURE, BOXES, DOLLY, AC UNIT JOSE SALAZAR FURNITURE, TOOL BOX WASHER&DRYER, APPLIANCES JAMES WALTERS CHAIR, SOFA, BOXES RICARDO FLORES FRIDGE, SOFA, RANGE, BOXES LARRY BROOKS TV’S PICTURES LARRY BROOKS BED, CHAIR, POTTERY, TOOL BOX JOHN R NIEPOETTER BOXES, PRINTER JOSEPHINA OCHOA TOOLS, BOXES, BIKE, MACHENERY, TOTES,
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DOLLY JENNY WARNKE FAN, BAGS, BOXES JUAN DONATO RANGE, FRIDGE, WHEELS, BAGS, FURNITURE MICHAEL VALDEZ ENTERTAINMENT CENTER RICAHRD CALHOUN AMP, BAGS, LUGGAGE, CHAIR DEBBIE WOOD DRESSER, BBQ RENE ROY BAGS, TV, BOXES, STOOLS MARTHA OVIEDO PARTY SUPPLIES, SPEAKERS, TABLES, DESK, SHELVES BRIAN PITMAN MACHINE, TOOLS, BIKERS, BOXES BRIAN PITMAN TOOLS, VACUUM, MOTORS, SHELVING BRIAN PITMAN BOXES, TOOLS BRIAN PITMAN BEDDING, BAGS, BOXES SONIA BESSERA FURNITURE, FRIDGE, TOTES, BOXES, BED 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
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DATED: AUGUST 13 2014 by: JOANNA DEL REAL 08.20.2014, 08.27.2014, MID VALLEY NEWS
EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 3537 JOHNSON AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91731 NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR PRE-QUALIFIED CONTRACTORS BID NO. 2014-15(P2) REPLACEMENT OF GYMNASIUM AIR HANDLERS AND DUCT CLEANING ARROYO HIGH SCHOOL BID SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time Absolutely no submission will be accepted after deadline of 10:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time
LOCATION FOR SUBMISSION OF BIDS:
EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT TRANSPORTATION TRAINING ROOM 1003 DURFEE AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91733 ATTN: ROSANA MCLEOD, DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO PRE-QUALIFIED HVAC CONTRACTORS OF THE EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL 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(P2), Replacement of Gymnasium Air Handlers and Duct Cleaning, Arroyo High School up to, but not later than, September 17, 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 Durfee Avenue, El Monte, California 91733, after which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The DISTRICT reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or in the bidding process. All interested persons are invited to attend the bid opening. The contemplated bid involves the installation of the complete heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems, diffuser and insulation. The work includes, but is not limited to complete forced air supply, return, and exhaust systems, including all ductwork, registers, diffusers, insulation, fans, filters, and appurtenances. • Bid opening will be held on September 17, 2014 no later than 10:00 a.m. • The mandatory Pre-Bid Conference/Site Walk will be held at Arroyo High School, 4921 N. Cedar Avenue, El Monte, CA 91732 on September 3, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Pre-Qualified HVAC Bidders should allow at least 1 hour for Pre-Bid Conference/Site Walk. ALL PROSPECTIVE HVAC PRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS SHALL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND PREBID CONFERENCES/SITE WALK IN ORDER TO SUBMIT A BID. BIDDERS MUST SIGN IN AT THE TIME OF JOB WALK AT ARROYO 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. Contractor must possess an Active Class “C20” Warm-Air heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning 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 (10%) of the amount of the bid. The bidder’s bond or certified check shall be made payable to the EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT and shall be given as a guarantee that the bidder will enter into a contract if a contract is awarded to the bidder, and will be declared forfeited, paid to, or retained by the DISTRCT as liquidated damages if the bidder refuses or neglects to enter into a contract on the terms of the accepted proposal 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. Bids shall be made on the forms prepared by the DISTRICT. Bid Packets may be obtained at no cost by accessing the DISTRICT webpage at www.emuhsd.org or from the Offices of the Director of Purchasing between the 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) 2584905 or by e-mail at rmcleod@emuhsd.k12.ca.us. EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT Rosana McLeod Director of Purchasing
Dated: August 4, 2014 MARY THORTEN HOUSE JUDGE of The Superior Court NOTE: When a Petition for Change of Name has been filed for a child and the other parent, if living, does not join in consenting to the name change, the petitioner must have a notice of the time and place of the hearing or a copy of the Order to Show Cause served on the other parent not less than 30 days prior to the hearing under Code of Civil Procedure section 413.10, 414.10, 415.10, or 415.40. If a petition to change the name of a child has been filed by a guardian, the guardian must (1) provide notice of the hearing to any living parent of the child by personal service at least 30 days before the hearing, or (2) If either or both parents are deceased or cannot be located, serve notice of the hearing on the child’s grandparents, if living, not less than 30 days before the hearing under Code of Civil Procedure section 413.10, 414.10, 415.10, or 415.40. (This Note is included for the information of the petitioner and shall not be included in the Order to Show Cause published in the Newspaper.) 08/13/2014, 08/20/2014, 08/27/2014, 09/03/2014 MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE FOR PETITION OF NAME CHANGE
Mid Valley News Publish August 20, 2014 Publish August 27, 2014 Mandatory Job Walk September 3, 2014 10:00 a.m. 4921 N. Cedar Avenue, El Monte, CA 91732
Bid Opening: September 17, 2014 - 10:00 a.m. El Monte Union High School District Transportation Training Room 1003 DURFEE AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91733 El Monte Union High School District HVAC Project - Arroyo HS Notice Inviting Bids Bid No. 2014-15(P2)
08/20/2014 & 08/27/2014
NOTICE FOR PETITION OF NAME CHANGE PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES018138 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: DUC THIEN NGUYEN, A MINOR, BY AND THROUGH HIS PARENT TOM NGUYEN AND HIEN THI TRAN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: DUC THIEN NGUYEN to BENNY THIEN-DUC NGUYEN. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING on OCTOBER 15, 2014 at 8:30am in Dept.: D. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Glendale Superior Court, 600 East Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this County: Mid Valley News
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PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: ES018150 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: ANH THUY NGUYEN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: ANH THUY NGUYEN to ANNA THUY-ANH NGUYEN. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING on OCTOBER 15, 2014 at 8:30am in Dept.: D. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Glendale Superior Court, 600 East Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this County: Mid Valley News Dated: August 4, 2014 MARY THORTEN HOUSE, Judge of The Superior Court 08/13/2014, 08/20/2014, 08/27/2014, 09/03/2014 MID VALLEY NEWS
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August 20, 2014
Letter to Editor
Whatever Happened To ROP? At the May 21st El Monte District Board Meeting Resolution 27-13/14 was passed by a vote of 4 to 1 in favor of permanently discontinuing the following courses: • Business Management • Media Design • Retail Marketing • Special Ed Retail Marketing • Administrative Assistant • Stagecraft • Child Care • Auto CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) This represents a total of 23 classes from 35 ROP classes. Nine (9) instructors were released permanently through this resolution. The question is what lasting affect will the Board’s Resolution 27-13/14 have on the students of the El Monte School District’s graduation and job placement opportunities?
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Lambert Park (11431 McGirk Ave., El Monte, CA). Tiny Tots is a recreational, pre-kindergarten program for children ages 3 to 5. The program’s curriculum includes teaching colors and numbers while engaging in games, crafts, singing, and other group activities. “We know that early education is vital to ensure our students are set up to succeed in future educational endeavors,” said Mayor Andre Quintero. “Our Community Services team has developed a fun curriculum to start teaching our children the skills that they will need to know in order to start kindergarten.” While learning, children in the Tiny Tots Program will also have the opportunity to socialize and share with others in a group setting before they enter kindergarten. Tiny Tots runs for eight weeks and has a variety of class offerings: • Monday-Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to noon ($160) • Monday and Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to noon ($80) • Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to noon ($80) Children in the program must be toilet trained and parents have classroom responsibilities as well. All Tots must be 3 years old by the first week of class and proof of age (copy of birth certificate) is required to register. For more information, call the El Monte Community and Senior Services Division at (626) 580-2210.
The El Monte School District Board of Trustees rationale resulted from a survey conducted by district’s key administrators using a survey of 250 tenth graders out of approximately 2,500 (10%) total tenth graders in the district. These administrators convinced the Board that the 10th graders wanted classes in medical, automotive, and silk screening as a justification for eliminating the classes mentioned above! These same individuals also stated that the 10th graders believed that jobs would be available with training in medical, automotive, and silk screening. There was no consideration for the areas of business (marketing, media design, administrative assistant, child care and Auto CAD). The U. S. Department of Labor Statistics states that the majority of the entry
level jobs, as well as, career related positions are and will continue to be in business (marketing, computer technology, and media design), medical, and criminal justice. Students and others have concluded that as a result of these actions by the El Monte District Administrators and the Board, students will not have the benefit of those instructors experience, knowledge, and industry expertise. For you see in order to teach ROP courses, California State requires ROP Instructors to have 5 to 10+ years experience in their related field(s). What does this mean for the students in the El Monte Union High School District? The El Monte School District Board had one member who had the vision and understanding to vote to retain these 23 or at least the majority of these classes at
the May 21st at the El Monte District Board of Trustees Meeting. Unfortunately one vote was not enough! How can the El Monte Communities’ Parents and students respond? • Call your student(s)’ school principal; • Contact the El Monte School District Superintendent and Board Members; • Petition for reinstatement of most if not all these courses; • Investigate the claim that the district does not have the funds; and • Review the long term goals as stated in LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan)---this is a matter of public record and available at the District Office.
La Historia Society Museum Says “Thank You”
On behalf of La Historia Society Museum members we would like to thank all the community of El Monte and the San Gabriel Valley for their tremendous support of our very successful Dinner/Dance Fundraiser held on Saturday, July 12, 2014, at the Grace Black Auditorium, Community Center, in El Monte. We would also like to personally thank all the members of La Historia Society Museum who worked so hard on this
very successful event. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Finally, but certainly not least, we would like to thank our sponsors whose donations helped make this a huge success. The band, Los Pistoleros, David Perez, from Valley Vista Services, Attorney Richard Padilla, Attorney Richard Hernandez, the Gol!Beverage Company, Roy C. Addleman and Son Funeral Home, the El Monte Police Officers As-
sociation, Gregory Korduner, “R” Balloon owners, Rudy and Romey Rodriguez, Arturo Esparza from the El Monte Tonight Show, Cesar Vargas and Salvador Amante from the MidValley Yellow Cab, Lt. Alex Martinez and the El Monte Explorers, who helped serve, Print & Mail Concepts, Rebecca Kimitch from the San Gabriel Tribune, Robert Colvin from Sax For All Occasions, the Waba Grill, our bartender, Thank you continued to page 12
NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION
File No. 2014219672. ORIGINAL FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: REALBEAUTY SALON 3360 TYLER AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91731 LA COUNTY Registered Owner(s): MAURILIO LOPEZ JR. 865 RANDOM LANE DUARTE, CA 91010 MARIA INES RODRIGUEZ 865 RANDOM LANE DUARTE, CA, 91010 This business is conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name on OWNER. Notice – This Fictitious Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious Business Name Statement expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before that time. The filing of the statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 08.20.2014, 08.27.2014, 09.03.2014, 09.10.2014 MID VALLEY NEWS
- REVISED NOTICE TO:
All Interested Parties
FROM:
City of El Monte Planning Commission Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626
APPLICATION:
Design Review No. 09-13, Conditional Use Permit No. 17-13 and Modification No. 18-14.
PROPERTY LOCATION:
9920 Valley Boulevard (APN 8578-001-023) (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Economic Development Department).
REQUEST:
The requested to construct a four story 93,200 square foot hotel building which will also include a restaurant and banquet rooms. Requested entitlements include a Conditional Use Permit to allow a hotel with 133 guest rooms on the property, a Design Review for the architecture building material, colors, and landscaping and Modification to reduce the number of loading spaces. The property is located in the C-4 (Heavy Commercial) zone. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 17.22 and 17.24 of the El Monte Municipal Code.
APPLICANT AND PROPERTY OWNER:
California Investment Regional Center, LLC c/o Johnson Fang 10423 Valley Blvd., Unit B-2 El Monte, CA 91731
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 has been prepared. Possible impacts identified in the Initial Study include Transportation/traffic mitigations. The Planning Commission will take comments on the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration at the public hearing.
PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD:
Comments on the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration may be received in writing between July 30, 2014 and August 27, 2014 and orally at the public hearing.
PLACE OF HEARING:
Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the Mitigated Negative Declaration and on the proposed project. The hearing is scheduled for: Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2014 - REVISED DATE Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall East – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Fernando Solis, Planner; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at fsolis@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 the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626 Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Published and Mailed on: 08-20-2014
Wednesday, August 20, 2014 MID VALLEY
City of El Monte Planning Commission Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary
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for them. It’s been an intense few days of instruction but it’s been terrific and enables the students to enhance their language development greatly.” Recognizing that strong partnerships between parents and teachers enhances the development of language, literacy and academic success, a special Gallery Walk was held at the conclusion of the program where parents and family members visited the classrooms to see first-hand what the students learned during the 10 days. Family members enjoyed completing an art project and creating a yummy treat with their children in some of the classrooms. “I liked my class and learning about all the neat ocean animals,” said a soon to be first grader. “We got to do lots of art and even made an aquarium. I can’t wait to take all my stuff home,” she said.
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the latest Marvel movie in theaters and it’s grossed so far a total of 193 million dollars as of 2 weeks in the theaters. Guardians of the Galaxy is one of the four movies released this summer. The other 3 are Amazing Spider Man 2, Capitan America the Winter Solider, and X-Men Days of Future Past. Together these four movies have grossed a total of 504 million dollars. Marvel is not done yet it has 20 movies scheduled till 2020. Some hyped upcoming movies are Avengers: Age of Ultron in May 1st, 2015, a reboot of Fantastic Four in June 6th 2015 and Ant-Man in July 17th, 2015. Marvel will achieve a new milestone in 2017 when 5 Marvel movies will be released including the sequel to Guardians of the Galaxy. Marvel in the 90s was a struggling it had filed for bankruptcy and was doing very bad. A lot has changed for Marvel in a decade. Since 2002 Marvel was purchased by Disney and distributes its own movies. Marvel is definitely in its Golden Years now. For more info on your favorite marvel movies or more go to glensmr.com or visit us on Facebook at facebook. com/glensmr. Please note that all box office totals are domestic totals only not worldwide. Also Guardians of the Galaxy and Amazing Spiderman 2 and X-Men are currently still in theaters and can gross more money in the future of this article.
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Entertainment Corner
Save The Star Theater by Sal Gomez La Puente
Constructed in 1947 by famed movie theater designer S. Charles Lee in the Quonset Hut style, The Star Theater located in Old Town La Puente was Mr. Lee’s low-cost, no steel answer to building a theater in rural communities. At a fraction of the cost of building the ornate Los Angeles Theater or The Tower Theater in downtown Los Angeles, the concept of building The Star was a wonder in its time...some even say it was built like a tank and would last for decades to come. The other Quonset style theater located in Montebello called The Garmar Theater suffered the fate of the wrecking ball in 2007. Now it seems The Star is
threatened with the same fate. Developers are working with a small group of city leaders to approve plans to demolish the theater in favor of mixed use housing and store fronts. A similar plan was submitted and approved a few years ago but the economy and a troublesome water table issue below ground killed that venture. Now, with the economy stabilizing it seems a new threat has emerged. However, nothing will happened without a fight. A group of local artists, preservationists, architects, and urban designers have banded together to present to the community much needed information about the historic gem they now have in the commu-
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nity and how alternatives to demolition can have a benefit impact on La Puente and on its cultural heart. If you would like to know more about what
is happening to The Star and how you can help become a part of preserving this historic structure visit the official Facebook page at Save The
Star Theater - La Puente.
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Marvel, the comic book company, had a fantastic summer this year. With 2014 summer blockbuster season coming to an end, Marvel has made few milestones. The first time ever Marvel had 4 movies in the theaters. The Marvel franchise is the highest grossing movie franchise with a gross total of 6 billion and counting domestically. Since 2000, Marvel has released 33 movies but all these movies were not all made by Marvel. Marvel has licensed its characters to other major film studios such as X-men for Fox Studios and Spiderman for Sony Pictures. Other licenses are Blade for New Line Cinema, Hulk for Universal, and Daredevil for Fox and Fantastic Four for Fox as well. The first film to get the big screen debut was Blade staring Wesley Snipes, with a box office total of 70 million dollars. In 1998 with Saving Private Ryan being the highest grossing movie that year with 216 million, Blade had an ok run in the box office. The next
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movie to be released really did set the bar higher for comic book movies. X-men was released in 2000 and grossed a total of 157 million dollars, it was the 8th highest growing movie of 2000. It wasn’t till 2002 that comic book heroes became the big deal. Spider-Man was released by Sony and it grossed 403 million dollars. Spider-Man grossed the most money in 2002 beating tough competitors like Lord of the Rings the Two Towers, Star Wars Episode 2, and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Comic book heroes were the trend and soon after Spider-Man there was 2 to 3 Marvel movie releases a year. By 2008 Marvel was tired of letting other studios make their movies and decided to start making their own. In May the same time when Spider-Man was released six years ago, Marvel released Iron Man. Iron Man was a success grossing 318 million dollars an above average
amount for a comic book movie in that time. Marvel didn’t stop there; they decided to merge their characters in the same universe to build up to a big movie. They did so with the release of Iron Man 2, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, and Captain America. An in 2012 Marvel combine their biggest heroes in one film and released Marvels The Avengers. The film grossed a total of 623 million dollars making it the highest grossing movie of 2012 and the 3rd highest grossing movie of all time. The success of The Avengers movie studios wanted to create more movie but were scared to try new projects so sequels were made with Wolverine, Iron Man 3, Amazing Spiderman 2, and X-men Day of Future Past. It was Marvel again who decided to gamble and release a new film of entirely new characters who have never been on the silver screen. Guardians of the Galaxy is Marvel Movies continued to page 10
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