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In July 2014, TCUSD’s District’s Nurse, Nancie Rodriguez, received a National Board Certification of School Nurses. Ms. Rodriguez explained, “I was motivated to sit for this exam because professionally I wanted to develop my practice to the highest standard”. Ms. Rodriguez is one of five school nurses in Los Angeles County to complete this certification; there are only twenty-four School Nurses throughout California with this esteemed certification. Ms. Rodriguez has completed her Bachelors of Nursing Science from Mount St. Mary’s College in Los Angeles and received a Masters of School Nurse Education from Cambridge College in Massachusetts.
She has also attended the School Health Leadership Institute at Rutgers University in New Jersey as a Fellow in 2013 and as a Mentor in 2014. This national certification is a trademarked credential granted to registered nurses meeting education, employment, and other criteria, and who have successfully passed the national examination managed by the National Board for Certification of School Nurses. The NCSN process is accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties, whose rigorous standards ensure that the credentialing process of the NBCSN meet or exceed industry standards for certification and that its examination is reflective of the knowledge expected of the proficient school nurse.
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Adult Ed Students Given Opportunity to Enroll in Health Care
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by Anne Donofrio-Holter El Monte
Thanks to a partnership between the El Monte Union High School District, the Mountain View School District, ChapCare, the Children's Defense Fund and the American Association of School Administrators, El Monte-Rosemead Adult School students had an opportunity to gather information from certified enrollment counselors and then enroll in Covered California and Medi-Cal health insurance plans. The Affordable Care Act, often referred to as Obamacare, mandates that most U.S. citizens have health insurance. Those without health insurance face a penalty when filing their income tax return. The multi-day event offered individual counseling with enrollment opportunities throughout the day and evening with representatives
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from ChapCare spearheading informative classroom presentations. "Students and community members learned how the Affordable Care Act affects them, the insurance they qualify for and the docu-
ments required to sign up," said Sara Shapiro, adult school assistant principal. "We are proud to partner with the Mountain View School District, ChapCare, the Children's Defense Fund and the American Associa-
tion of School Administrators to provide valuable health insurance information and options to our students and their families," added Superintendent Nick Salerno.
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Molina, who provided $1.9 million for the Baldwin Park Library renovation and upgrade. "Customers visit libraries for homework help, to take computer literacy classes, to explore online learning tools, to take early childhood literacy programs, to connect teens to local youth services and to search for jobs. We're very pleased to provide the Baldwin Park community with all of these tools — as well as additional library hours — in a revitalized, enjoyable setting." The restoration of library service hours at libraries located in cities throughout Los Angeles County was made possible by the Board of Supervisors' recent approval to increase
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen How wonderful to open the windows and feel that cool, fresh breeze. After a most horrid and very hot week we are once again enjoying our California weather, usually the best in the nation. Yes, Summer is officially over and Autumn begins on Tuesday, September 23, 2014. For the past 11 years, in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness month in October, Congresswoman Judy Chu, in partnership with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, and also Congresswoman Grace Napolitano, who will once again give her support, as she did last year, will again host her signature annual project of a Domestic Violence Awareness Clothing Drive. The aim of the “Clothing Drive Campaign” is to spread awareness of the epidemic of domestic violence that is rampant in our community and to collect items such as gently used clothing, toiletries, household cleaning products and even children’s school supplies to help provide resources for the women and children currently in the local domestic violence shelters. As before, Congresswoman Judy Chu’s project will be supported by many of the women’s clubs, such as the 26 local clubs within the San Gabriel Valley District of Women’s clubs. This event will begin at 10:00 A.M. and those interested in support of domestic violence awareness, the survivors and the clothing campaign are invited to attend. For further information contact the office of Congresswoman Judy Chu at 626-304-0110. The El Monte Historical Society Museum will hold their Quarterly Tea on Sunday, September 28, 2013 at the museum, located at 3150 N. Tyler Avenue, El Monte. The Tea will be served and hosted by the women of Soroptimist International of El Monte from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. The program will begin at 2:00 p.m. Guest Speaker will be Dr. Deborah Kerr, the new principal of El Monte/Rosemead Adult School. Dr. Kerr has been an adult educator in the greater San Gabriel Valley for more than 30 years. She has developed programs that serve senior citizens, disabled adults, adults who need literacy skills and programs for new immigrants. She will speak on some of the new programs being offered at the school to better serve the citizens of the community. There is no charge for the meeting and guests are always welcome. Future
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dates for the Quarterly Teas and meetings will be Sundays, November 23, 2014, February 22, 2015, and April 26, 2015. A big Thank You to Mike Shively who has done a terrific job as President of the Historical Society as he hands over the gavel to Doug Halvorsen. The 2014-15 Historical Society Board of Directors: President: Doug Halvorsen, Vice President: Robert Wayne, Secretary: Tom Millett, Treasurer: Janice Wiggins White and Directors: Mercy Ayala, Jean McKinnis, E. Clarke Moseley, Betty Tovey, Richard Tovey and Donna Crippen is the Curator of the El Monte Historical Society Museum. California Federation of Business and Professional Women will hold their Fall Board of Directors Meeting on September 27-28, 2014 in Sacramento. California State President Linda Wilson will conduct the Business Meeting. Friday morning speakers will be Janette Dean and Joselyn Diaz on CEDAW and ERA, Luncheon Speaker: Dr. Julie Stass, Equine Psychology and Afternoon Program Speaker: Jeff Weston, Veteran’s Success Center at CSUS. Management Team Meetings and Reports will be presented on Sunday morning before the adjournment at 12:00 noon. The La Puente Valley Woman’s Club gathered for their first business meeting after being dark the summer months of July and August. President Janell Barr called the meeting to order and conducted the routine business, including the audit report for the past year. New Officers were introduced: First Vice President and Dean of Chairmen: Fern Chaney, Second Vice President and Membership Chairman Barbara Fess, Recording Secretary Socorro Ochotorena and Co/Renee Hrey and Treasurer: Dolores Kissinger. President Janell introduced Program Speaker, Mavis Hansen, San Gabriel Valley District Leadership and Leads Chairman. Ms. Hansen spoke on “What is Leadership” and the Leads Program. President Janell’s theme is “Embrace and Celebrate Metamorphosis” and her symbol is the butterfly. Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month, September through June. Guests are always welcome. For membership information contact Chairman Barbara Fess at 626-548-1728. Happy Birthday to my son, Michael Clark on Tuesday, September 23, 2014. Michael attended Cherrylee Elementary, Durfee Middle School and Arroyo High School in El Monte and is retired from the Arcadia Fire Department. Stay cool, stay well and see you soon, someplace AROUND TOWN.
Student's Corner Give It Up for Change When I went through my younger “underground music” stage, I was fortunate enough to come upon a sister band known as Meg & Dia. However, their wonderful music was never recognized in superstardom, but some might recognize the lead singer. Dia Frampton came out as runner-up for the first season of NBC’s the Voice, winning America over with her sweet, wispy notes and even sweeter, down-to-earth personality. I’ve been a huge fan of her since Meg & Dia (unfortunately they’ve broken up recently) and faithfully stayed with her during her
Ashley Lanuza, contributing student writer from San Gabriel Mission High School. by Ashley Lanuza
solo artist years. I attended the Voice Concert tour in 2014 to see her perform, and although I gained an amazing experience seeing her and other talented artists, I also learned that she is doing more projects. From her little promotion of her new group “Archis,” I learned the beauty of moving on with life. I’ve always been afraid of change and trying new things and, essentially, adapting to new things. Ironically, I have a great ability to adapt and change, I just don’t have the emotional capability of actually liking it. Dia had to move on from a comfortable
situation with her sister and friends, to being alone and to starting over with new people. I could only imagine how different and maybe difficult all the “moving along” to different chapters might be, and I sincerely congratulate her. I admire her passion in everything she does and she’s one of the most amazing and creative individuals I’ve ever been able to know. I hope to gain the same strength and passion in all my work as well, and wish her the best of luck in the love/hate relationship that is life.
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What's in the Stars??
ARIES A get-together of some kind is likely to happen during the course of the working day.
TAURUS There might be a lot of work to do at home today. Since certain family members are conveniently absent, you may feel that the burden falls on you.
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ACROSS 1. Newton or Stern 6. *"Here's looking at ___" 9. Face-to-face exam 13. Bake, as in eggs 14. Even, to a poet 15. "Madama Butterfly," e.g. 16. *"Show me the _____!" 17. Sculptor Hans/Jean ___ 18. "Nobody _____!" 19. Penalize 21. For peeping 23. It can be red or black 24. Lab culture 25. In the past 28. Emeralds and rubies 30. *"Elementary, my dear ______" 35. Ringo Starr's instrument 37. ___ Verde National Park 39. "Dancing with the Stars" number 40. Supposed giant Himalayan 41. Subculture language 43. *"You sit on a throne of ____" 44. Peer-conscious group 46. Apartheid opponent Desmond ____ 47. Formerly 48. *"Yo, ______!" 50. To represent in drawing or painting 52. *"Are you the ___master? ...I am the gatekeeper" 53. "About ____ Night" 55. *"Sheep be true! ___-ramewe!" 57. *"___ ____ handle the truth!" 61. Toy weapon 64. Unwelcome computer message 65. Reef dweller 67. Match play? 69. Spent 70. E in BCE 71. Plural of lepton 72. Cobbler's concern 73. Wine quality 74. Piglike
DOWN 1. Any doctrine 2. "____ till you drop" 3. Hokkaido native 4. Gladiators' battlefield 5. *"There's no ______ in baseball" 6. Uh-huh 7. "___ the land of the free ..." 8. Remove pegs 9. Moonfish 10. First female Attorney General 11. Seed coat 12. Add booze 15. #15 Across, pl. 20. Flower holders 22. Swerve 24. Battery's partner? 25. Temples' innermost sanctuaries 26. *"_____, for lack of a better word, is good" 27. Kind of space 29. Patty ____ 31. Tall one is a lie 32. To be wiped off a face? 33. Corpulent 34. Foul 36. Small British car 38. Opposed to 42. Louisiana dish 45. As opposed to hourly pay 49. Grandmother in Great Britain 51. *"I love the smell of ______ in the morning" 54. Knight's mount 56. Acquiesce 57. Evergreens 58. Three-ply snack 59. Eurasian mountain range 60. Apple leftover 61. *"____ it, Sam" 62. Mail agency 63. Haves and have-____ 66. Make #64 Across 68. Aye's opposite
Too much indulging may leave you with a headache or stomachache to the point where you may want to spend most of today sleeping.
CANCER You like to be honest with those you care about, but today you’re likely to be a bit too honest.
LEO It might feel like your home has turned into Grand Central Station. Lots of visitors, messengers, and others are going to drop by, and you may just want to watch TV or read a book.
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VIRGO You might have to do a lot of running around when you probably want to stay home.
LIBRA Don’t be surprised if lots of visitors show up today. Perhaps you’re hosting an impromptu social event or neighbors bring news of changes nearby.
SCORPIO You could be feeling a bit antsy today and may want to spend time exercising or trying a new sport or game that you’ve never played before.
SAGITTARIUS An exciting communication could inform you of an advancement opportunity that you should explore.
CAPRICORN A friend could ask for a loan and you might hesitate to give him or her the money. Follow your instincts. The person probably isn’t too savvy about money.
AQUARIUS Today you’re likely to experience a powerful burst of energy that may temporarily turn you into a workaholic.
PISCES Frustration may be the word for today, Pisces. You could be experiencing a bit of wanderlust.
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Rosemead San Gabriel Temple City Rosemead San Gabriel Temple City
San Gabriel Mission High Temple City's Celebrates Kiwanis Student of Mid-Autumn Festival the Month Jiaxin (Aster) Liang by Jo Anne Disney San Gabriel
by Jerry Jambazian Temple City
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City recognized an outstanding student from the Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center. Accompanying the student was her teacher Mrs. Yvonne Rivera. Jiaxin is 18 years old and in the Independent Study program with Mrs. Rivera. She enjoys playing tennis, the flute, and video games. Jiaxin said, “The best things about DDSLC are being able to work independently, the nice environment, and
peror, Longden, Oak Avenue, and the Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center. Kiwanis treats students and their teacher to lunch. Students receive a certificate, a letter for their parents, a bumper sticker, a gift certificate from The Hat Restaurant, and a photograph of them receiving their award. Their photo will also be published in Mid Valley News, and displayed in the Temple City Unified School District lobby.
San Gabriel Mission High School helped their International Students celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival on September 8th, which is a traditional festivity in China. History tells us that this festival is a joyous day that is an “inherited custom of moon sacrificial ceremonies. The ancient Chinese observed that the movement of the moon had a close relationship with changes of the seasons and agricultural production. Hence, to express their thanks to the moon and celebrate the harvest, they offered a sacrifice to the moon on autumn days.” Also, there are special customs in different parts of the country; some burn incense, plant trees, light lanterns and perform fire dragon dances. On this special day, usually family members get
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the nice teachers.” The best thing that ever happened was having her family and friends. If she could change one thing it would be her living conditions. Personal goals are to build a big house, receive good SAT scores, attend UC Irvine, and study to be a Pharmacist. Each week the Temple City Kiwanis Club is pleased to recognize outstanding students and their teachers from Cloverly, Em-
Temple City Kiwanis has been serving our community since 1939. Members are dedicated men and women who desire to make a difference in the quality of life for the youth of Temple City. Kiwanis meets at 12:00 noon each Tuesday at Denny’s Restaurant. To find out more about Kiwanis, please contact Jerry Jambazian at (626) 643-9460. You can also visit their website at www.templecitykiwanisorg.
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together for dinner and may attend special performances in parks or public
squares. The most important part of the festival is the moon-cake. Moon-cakes
are usually made with sweet fillings of nuts, mashed red beans, Chinese dates and then wrapped in a pastry. And, sometimes a cooked egg yolk can be found in the middle of each dessert. Faculty and staff at SGMHS wanted all of their International Students to feel at home by having a small Mid-Autumn Festival celebration in the school library, complete with a variety of moon-cakes. Students were a little less home sick and excited to share family traditions with their school.
Rosemead Kiwanis News By rosemeadkiwanis.org Rosemead
RIF Orientation Slated– the annual orientation meeting for Reading is Fundamental has been scheduled for Thursday, October 2, 2014. Location as usual will be St Anne’s Group Home, 155 N. Occidental in Los Angeles, starting with registration at 8:15–program runs from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and usually includes “birds eye views” of programs offered by authors of
books distributed thru RIF. Parking and participation is free. The RKC will be dark on this date in order to facilitate participation by interested Rosemead Kiwanian site coordinators. Attendance by Kiwanians is encouraged even though the program of necessity is primarily geared towards school staff. The RKC is hoping to have our own joint late afternoon meeting of RKC
site coordinators with school site staff coordinators and principals later in the month. Participation in the St Anne’s meeting will afford in depth overview of the RIF program which will lay a foundation for our own training. The latter will focus on optimization of the Kiwanis role in working with school staff principals and PTO groups.
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El Monte/South El Monte Chamber News El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce · 10505 Valley Blvd. · Suite 212 · El Monte · CA 91731 Phone: 626-443-0180 · Fax: 626-443-0463 E-mail: chamber@emsem.biz / www.emsem.biz
El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors 2014 - 2015 EXECUTIVE BOARD: PRESIDENT JACK DALTON – Ramona Property Managers, Inc. VICE PRESIDENT JOE PEREZ El Patio Bar & Grill SECRETARY/TREASURER KEN JESKE D.E.M.B.A. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KEN RAUSCH EM/SEM Chamber of Commerce
DIRECTORS:
LEO BARRERA
DONNA DUNCAN Donna Duncan, Consultant ALICIA ESCALERA Valley Vista Services JUVENTINO “J” GOMEZ City Councilman, City of El Monte JOSE JACQUEZ Lawrence Equipment CAESAR MAYOR Southern California Credit Union
San Gabriel Valley Water Co.
TOM MILLETT Citizen Member
ART BARRIOS Planning Commission, City of El Monte
JACKELYNN NEVARES Citizens Business Bank
JODY BUSH Citizen Member LUIS CETINA Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
NICK SALERNO El Monte Union High School District DONNA SIMPSON Vons Credit Union
Chamber Ambassadors Steven Abramson...................................................................................................................CHAP Care Pasadena Ernie Amaya ( Chairman )……………………………...............................…………………..Rose Hills Memorial Park David Ayala...................................................................................................................................Wells Fargo Bank Alma Castro........................................................................................................................................ Alma's Closet Jody Bush, (2007 Ambassador of the Year)..................................................................................Citizen Member Alma Castro.............................................................................................................................................Alma Closet Craig Doerr (2013 Ambassador of the Year)..................................................................American Reclamation Edward Guerrero..............................................................................................................................Citizen Member Pastor Wayne Hoglin.........................................................................................................Trinity Reformed Church Danny Hankins...................................................................................................................CHAP Care of Pasadena Jonathan Hawes.............................................................................................................................City of El Monte Lyndsay Jette......................................................................................................................................Smart & Final Carrie Jones..................................................................................................................................Denny's El Monte Connie Keenan……………………………………………………………………………………………….Citizen Member Chris Knight..............................................................................El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce Taylor Knight.................................................................................................................................Allure Dental Arts Margaret Martinez.....................................................................................Community HealthAlliance of Pasadena Caesar Mayor (2011 Ambassador of the Year).............................................. Credit Union of Southern California Rachel Montes.................................................................................................................................Citizen Member Wendy Munoz............................................................................................................................C.B.M. Towing, Inc. Jackelynn Nevares ...............................................................................................................Citizens Business Bank Joanna Palmero.....................................................................................................................Comfort Dental Group D. Carlos Puente ..............................................................................................................................Mid Valley News Carlos Ramirez ..................................................................................................... Professional Institute of Beauty Maria Ramos......................................................................................................................... Nunez Dental Center Laura Santos................................................................................................Royal Coaches Auto Body & Towing Ernesto Villegas............................................................................................................................... Villegas Realty Vanessa Villegas.................................................................................................................................Villegas Realty Lorraine Wild..............................................................................................................Brown's Jewelry & Loan Co.
Chamber Events
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OCTOBER 2014 CHAMBER EVENTS
Jody Bush enjoying time at her office with Roxy at El Sombrero.
Chris Knight Director of Marketing and Membership of the El Monte/ South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, Ernie Amaya Ambassador Chair of the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, and Dennice Ramos Office Clerk of The El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce presents Helen Shaw Romero of the Southern California Gas Company with a Certificate of an outstanding and continuous membership.
Chamber Ambassadors, Dental Staff, El Monte Police Officers, Dr. Kim, Dr. Lim, Laura Jimenez Representing Senator Ed Hernandez O.D., City of El Monte Mayor Pro Tem Bart Patel, Executive Director Ken Rausch of the El Monte/ South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, Chris Knight Director of Marketing and Membership of the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce gather around for Dr. Kim's Ribbon Cutting.
Breakfast Networking Mixer
Wednesday, October 1st, 7:30 AM, El Patio Bar & Grill, 11672 Ramona Blvd., El Monte
Ambassadors' Luncheon Meeting
Tuesday, October 7th, 11:30 AM, Chamber of Commerce Board Room Catered by 8ESQUINAS Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, October 23rd, 8:00 am, Chamber Board Room
DEMBA Board of Directors Meeting
Tuesday, September 9th, 2:00 pm, Chamber Board Room
Legislative Committee Meeting
Thursday, October 9th, 9:00 am, Chamber Board Room
Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening
MY RB Group, Inc., Saturday, October 4th, Noon, 10918 Valley Mall, El Monte
Meeting of the Minds Workshop
Wednesday, October 8th, 11:30 am, Chamber Board Room, Blvd., El Monte
Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, October 23rd, 8:00 am, Chamber Board Room
Halloween Evening Networking Mixer
Wednesday, October 15th 5:30 pm, Ramona Nursing and Rehabilitation 11900 Ramona Blvd., El Monte
Breakfast Networking Mixer
Wednesday, November 5th, 7:30 am,El Patio Bar and Grill, 11672 Ramona Blvd., El Monte
Upcoming Events Dia de Los Muertos Event October 18th, 1:00 pm, Valley Mall
Casino Night Fundraiser Thursday, November 13th, 5:00 pm, VFW Hall, 11126 Ramona Blvd., El Monte
The El Monte/ South El Monte Chamber of Commerce Ambassador's Chair Ernie Amaya, Rose Hills, Ambassadors Laura Santos, Royal Coaches Auto Body & Towing Craig Doerr, American Reclamation and Carlos Puente, Mid-Valley News. Welcome Dr. Kim and Dr. Lim with an Ambassadors Welcome Basket.
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El Monte/South El Monte Chamber News photographs by Ken Rausch, also Courtesy photos
Clean Right Maintenance & Janitorial 9560 Brockway Street, El Monte, CA 91733 323-216-1386 Rigo Carrillo rigo_cleanright@att.net
8 ESQUINAS 10612 Valley Mall, El Monte 91731 Nicole & Jessica Santillana 626-416-5104 hsantillana@aol.com
New Osaka Japan 3854 Peck Road, El Monte, 91732 626-350-8867 Peter Jin hotjzp@hotmail.com
City of El Monte Mayor Pro Tem Bart Patel who climbed Mount Everest. Mount Everest, also known in Nepal as Sagarmāthā and in Tibet as Chomolungma, is the Earth's highest mountain.
L-R Mayor Pro Bart Patel, Councilwoman Victoria Martinez, Ken Rausch Executive Director of the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, Chris Knight Director of Marketing and Membership for the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Andre Quintero, and Councilman Juventino "J" Gomez. The City of El Monte presented a certificate of commendation to D.E.M.B.A for the support of the Back to School Resource Fair.
2014 Back to School Resources Fair, City Treasurer, Jerry Velasco with the El Monte Police.
Micron System 3306 N. Cogswell Road El Monte 91731 626-253-6355
La Bonita Motel 10407 E. Garvey Avenue El Monte 91733 626-448-0886 Naresh Bhakta
San Gabriel Valley Hospitality Association 3306 N. Cogswell Road El Monte, 91731 nareshbhakta@aol.com
David's Jewelers 10925 Valley Mall El Monte, 91731 David Nava 626-401-2600 davidsjewelers@att.net
Sponsored By City of El Monte, Downtown El Monte Business Association, El Monte/ South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, In partnership with El Monte City, El Monte Union High District, & Mt. View School District and other charitable organizations The Back to School Resource Fair Festivities Provided a Healthy Family Expo, Free Haircuts for the first 300 school aged children, free school supplies for school aged children and much more.
Sponsored By City of El Monte, Downtown El Monte Business Association, El Monte/ South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, In partnership with El Monte City, El Monte Union High District, & Mt. View School District.
Alpha Lyrae Fashion, Inc 5537 Peck Rd, Arcadia, 91006 Jennifer Lin 626-579-9678 jenniferlin.unike@gmail.com
The Dream House 11436 Garvey Avenue El Monte, 91732 626-454-1212 Jorge Manzur jorgemanzur@aol.com
Martinez Upholstery 4440 Peck Road, El Monte, 91732 626-448-5210 Hector Matinez martinezupholstery1@yahoo.com
2014 Back to School Resource Fair, A big thank you to our sponsor and volunteers at Dr. Michele S. Colon, DPM, MS A Professional Podiatry Corporation.
2014 Back to School Resource Fair thank you to our sponsors and Volunteer Valley Vista Services, Stor America, Allure Dental Arts, and E.M.E.T.A.
2014 Back to School Resource Fair, A big thank you to our sponsors Five Points El Monte/South El Monte Rotary Club, Credit Union of Southern California, American Reclamation, AMR.
2014 Back to School Resource Fair, Thank you to our sponsors Sam’s Club, 911 FireTruck, Arrowhead Water and Vons Credit Union.
Eighty One Enterprise Inc. 9401 Whitmore Street El Monte 91731 William Kong 626-371-1980 william@carrieamber.com
3L Fleet Services 11300 E. Rush Street Unit B South El Monte, 91733 Jazmin Lopez, 626-536-3843 jazminl@31executiveservices.com
Monserrat's 1611 Durfee Avenue Suite 8 South El Monte, 91733 Jazmin Lopez, 626-676-0903 JazminL@3Lexecutiveservices.com
Allstrong Restaurant Equipment, Inc. 1839 N. Durfee Avenue South El Monte, 91733 David Lai, 626-448-7878 david@allstrong.com
First General Bank 1725 South Nogales Street, Rowland Heights, 91748, Ana Rubalcaba 626-363-8878, arubalcaba@fgbusa.com
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Summer Travels Opals in Ketchikan by Jo Anne Disney Ketchikan
While cruising Alaska, I visited several shops. My favorite shop was on Creek Street in Ketchikan called Perfect Partners/ the Opal Shop. This shop offers authentic Australian opals and Alaskan gold. The owner, Mr. Andy Lam is from Australia. Mr. Lam is an opal dealer who hand picks his exquisite opals from Coober Pedy, Australia. He says that “black opals are the rarest and most beautiful of all the opals and the very best are found on and around the opal fields of Lightning Ridge, Australia.” Mr. Lam travels each year to Australia to replen-
ish his stock and make more fabulous jewelry. I asked Mr. Lam if he had ever heard that people who were not born in October should not war opals. He told me that he wears opals all the time and he has nothing but good luck. I decided it was time to start wearing opals. I bought a fire blue opal shaped like a whale’s tale. It is beautiful and I have had nothing but good luck since I have worn it. If you aren’t planning on cruising to Alaska soon, you can check out the website at: perfectpartnersopals.com. Photos by Jo Anne Disney
Lawrence Equipment Internship Program by Lawrence Equipment So El Monte
This is more information about the internship program with Rio Hondo Community College and El Monte High School District/ Career and technical education. This association with the schools was created by the Vice President of Manufacturing, Jack Kirkpatrick, and Superintendent of Manufacturing, Martin Ceja, who came together to give back to the community after visiting a CTE fair at a local school. The program has offered many opportunities for students pursuing an engineering major and those in need of a summer job. Lawrence Equipment is currently working with students from El Monte, South El Monte, and Arroyo High Schools. This summer those students have gained new skills in manufacturing such as how to use a laser machine, weld, clean materials, and basic work fundamentals. An industrial tech teacher, Nelson Rodriguez, was also able to join the internship program the week of August 4th-8th. The experience assisted him to gain new skills in areas related to his CTE courses at South El Monte High School. He was able to learn the different pro-
cedures it takes to make a complete oven line and even learn new concepts from all the departments starting from sales to shipping of the finished products. As for the students of Rio Hondo Community College, the internship program for them started during the spring 2014 semester and the company hired four of the six interns. The internship program for college students will be starting again this upcoming fall
2014 semester. Lastly, Lawrence Equipment has been invited by the El Monte/ South El Monte Chamber of Commerce and will be participating at the Dia de los Muertos event that will be held in the Valley Mall on October 8, 2014 to help raise money for the CTE program. The company is also planning to expand their program to give students from nearby cities opportunities to join.
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Joe T's Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
Since I started playing fantasy football, about six years ago, a quote from the movie “Spartacus” came to mind. The line goes: “When you have wine, you don’t need bread!” When my football team wins, I really don’t care about my fantasy football team. But when the St. Louis/Los Angeles Rams lose, like they did to Dallas on Sunday, my fantasy team being 3-0 never felt so good. ***This might not be the best Arroyo Knights football team we’re seeing right now, but they remind me of a “Rocky” movie. Out gunned, out manned, banged up, busted in some places, they just keep holding their gloves up and taunting the enemy to keep coming at them. Really looking forward to seeing how the rest of this season plays out for them.
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25. 9/30: Local teaching fixture and retired El Monte High School Principal Doug Halvorsen turns 67. (If you have a sports birthday you’d like acknowledged drop me a line at the address below)
El Monte Girls V-Ball on a Roll by Joe Torosian El Monte
The Lions defeated Rosemead and Baldwin Park this past week. They also scored a big victory over Sierra Vista on Monday, September 15th. Coach Kendra Navarro and her team face Mt. View at home this Friday.
Other Girls Volleyball News & Scores Gabrielino, under head coach Cuong Chau, is 10-2 to start the season. They’ve won four consecutive matches and host Arroyo today. The Knights are winless (0-7) thus far.
9/17: El Monte 3 Baldwin Park 0 9:17: Gabrielino 3 Alhambra 1 9/18: Glendora 3 Monrovia 0 9/19: Gabrielino 3 Marshall 0
Contact Joe at joe@midvalleysports.com Follow Joe at @joet13b on Twitter Listen to “The Joe Show” every Wednesday (6:P.M.) at www.midvalleyradio.net
Good for El Monte in getting its first win against Gladstone. Mid Bits (just like tidbits) ***Never was anything close to a WWE or WWF wrestling fan growing up, but knew the names. Was stunned to hear that Ric Flair was 68. How did he turn 68? When did he turn 68? ***Have I ever mentioned that I am not a Dallas Cowboys fan? ***The San Gabriel Matadors have played 16 quarters of football this season, and have been outscored 177-0, but still picked up their first win over the weekend when Montclair forfeited its 42-0 victory in the season opener. ***The Dodgers on TV? I never thought I’d see the day. Think about this; everybody in the Los Angeles area can see the Los Angeles Angels play on television. The Angels are based in Anaheim, Orange County. Only 28% of the Los Angeles area can see the Dodgers on television, except now they’ve cut a deal with KDOC (Channel 56) to televise a few games. KDOC is based in Anaheim, Orange County. Weird. ***I’m excited, hockey is getting ready to start. Happy Birthday this week to: 9/24: Former Alhambra defensive coordinator Jacob Ochoa turns 39. 9/28: Former Arcadia punter Forrest Reed turns
The El Monte volleyball team celebrates after a win. Photo courtesy of Kendra Navarro
El Monte Breaks Gladstone, 40-22 by Tim Peterson Glendora
El Monte jumped out to a 32-0 lead in the first half and rolled to a 40-22 win over Gladstone Thursday night at Citrus College. Gladstone made it interesting in the third quarter scoring twice and converting two two-point conversions to cut the Lion lead to 32-16, but El
Monte scored again early in the fourth to ice it. The Lions continued their pattern of going for it on fourth down, although they did kick it away once in the third quarter. El Monte quarterback Edward Dominguez put the ball in the air 50 times and completed 27 while throwing
three touchdown passes. He also ran for a score. Lion’s running back Roy Barrajas missed his second straight game with a broken collarbone, but should return next week against Rosemead. El Monte’s now 1-3, Gladstone to 0-3.
El Monte’s Justin Lopez (making the tackle) made life in the middle difficult for Gladstone. Photo by Duane Barker
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
Monrovia didn't lose the game Friday night. St. Francis won it. The Golden Knights took it. When big plays needed to be made, it was St. Francis that made them. The Golden Knights were bigger, deeper, stronger and ultimately better. Dylan Crawford was the best player on the field. He scored on the St. Francis' first possession when he simply outran the Monrovia secondary. He scored late in the fourth quarter to ice the game by running through the Monrovia defense. He has speed, hands and size and that's why he's received several Division 1 offers. St. Francis has those types of players. Monrovia drove down to the St. Francis 12 yard line on the possession just before Crawford's touchdown, and was looking to tie the game. Asaph Zamora threw a pass intended for Octavius Spencer in the left corner of the end zone. Just as Spencer began to leap to make the reception, Mason Williams jumped in front of him and picked off the pass. One of the two was going to make the play and it was Williams who made it. Spencer was good, Williams was better. After Crawford scored to make it 28-13 Monrovia got the ball back still clinging to hopes to get back in the game. Zamora threw a pass that was tipped and caught in mid-air by lineman Nick Horner, who rumbled 59 yards for the final touchdown. The Wildcats needed a miracle, Horner stomped out any hope. With the score still 14-13 early in the fourth, Areg Nazarian ran through a hole that you could have driven a UPS truck through on a counter play and raced 53 yards for a score. Great call by HC Jim Bonds, solid blocking up front and an even better run by Nazarian. It wasn't necessarily bad defense by Monrovia but instead a perfectly executed play by St. Francis from start to finish. Monrovia will be fine in the Central Division. The Wildcats might even win it. They’re a great team. But St. Francis is better. Monrovia didn't lose the game. St. Francis won it. Beating San Marino, a team that had outscored its two previous opponents 114-7, was a great win for Cal Friday night. The Condors, who had been shellacked by Troy and Buena Park the two previous weeks, got off the floor to stun the Titans 38-35. La Serna is the class of the Del Rio but after that it's wide
APU Hangs on Against Simon Fraser by Tim Peterson Glendora
Azusa Pacific University jumped out to a 23-3 lead but then had to hold on in the fourth quarter for a 3224 win over Simon Fraser University Saturday night at
17 with 5:11 left. The game seemed to be out of reach, but Simon Fraser rallied and had a shot at the end. A bad snap on a punt attempt led to a shanked kick
downs the Cougar D held with six seconds left and ran out the clock. “We knew they would come out battling in the second half,” said APU HC
open. With Santa Fe struggling, Cal has as good as a chance as anybody to grab that second spot. “Adam Satti hit six different receivers, and the defense stepped up in the second half to make big stops. Nathan Lowden closed out the game with four straight runs and Robert Leos had a pick and a touchdown,” said first year HC Kyle Trudell. “The kids finally trusted each other.” I think La Mirada really is this good but I don't think Montebello is this bad. I got San Dimas, Paraclete and Sierra Canyon as three of the final four in the MidValley. Who's that fourth team? That's my principle. Tim can be reached at tim@ midvalleysports.com or on Twitter @tspeterson 40.
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APU quarterback Chad Jeffries. Photo by Duane Barker
Citrus College. Simon Fraser scored and then recovered an onside kick with 1:06 left in the quarter and moved the ball down to the 19 yard line before the Cougar defense held. Chad Jeffries scored on a six-yard quarterback keeper to put Azusa Pacific up 32-
that set up Simon Fraser at the Cougar five yard line. Simon immediately cashed in when Ryan Stafford hit Jamal Kett on a five-yard pass to cut the lead to 32-24. Simon Fraser then recovered an onside kick and was in business again at its own 45. But after a couple first
Victor Santa Cruz. “They’re a proud group of guys and we knew they would fight. I’m glad we came out with the win.” Jeffries completed 14 of 23 for 163 yards and two touchdowns.
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Arroyo 27 Rowland 15 Chaz Miller passes for two and runs for one for the Knights. Beverly Hills 35 San Gabriel 0. The Mats still searching for their first points. Azusa 20 Arcadia 12. Azusa scores 20 straight points for the win. Angel Maldonado rushes for 230 yards. Other Scores Eagle Rock 59 Temple City 30, Mar Vista 28 Gabrielino 7, Alhambra 15 L.A. Wilson 13, Calvary Murrieta 19 Rio Hondo Prep 13, Webb 49 Pasa-
Duarte’s Justin Hillyer breaking tackles and hearts at Mt. View on Friday night. Photo by Andrew Bettridge
dena Marshall 0, Duarte 38 Mountain View 21, Baldwin Park 49 Ganesha 6.
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4 Arcadia High Students Honored by College Board by Ryan Foran Arcadia
Four Arcadia High School seniors have been honored by the College Board’s National Hispanic Recognition Program for their academic excellence. Eva Molina, Ryan Chavez, Samuel Iovine, and Rafael Gomez-Carrasco received this prestigious distinction from the College Board, which represents the top 2% of eligible students nationwide.
For Ryan Chavez, he and his family are very familiar with this award. His brother Aidan, who graduated from Arcadia High last year and currently attends Harvard University, also was an award recipient. Ryan has a 4.0 grade point average and hopes to attend Pomona College, a private liberal arts college in Claremont, next fall. He is also a member of Arcadia High’s Constitution/
Arcadia High School Principal Dr. Brent Forsee (back) Eva Molina, Ryan Chavez, Samuel Iovine, and Rafael Gomez-Carrasco (from left to right)
Government Team. Eva Molina is an active member of the History Bowl Team at Arcadia High, and volunteers for WriteGirl. WriteGirl is a creative writing and mentoring organization that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and leadership skills to empower teen girls. Eva hopes to continue her studies at the University of Southern California next year. A standout on Arcadia High’s football team, Samuel Iovine maintains a 3.95 grade point average. Samuel plays on both the
offensive and defensive lines for the Apaches. He plans on applying to Brown University, Yale University, and the University of California, Los Angeles. Rafael Gomez-Carrasco has a 3.98 grade point average while taking on several extracurricular activities. Rafael is a member of the school’s orchestra program, is on the Constitution/ Government Team, and is a member of the Student Council Apache Commission. Rafael hopes to attend Yale University next fall. The College Board’s Na-
tional Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) identifies academically outstanding Hispanic/Latino high school students. Each year, the NHRP honors about 5,000 of the highest-scoring students from over 250,000 Hispanic/ Latino juniors who take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). These students are from the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Mariana Islands, and the Marshall Islands, as well as U.S. citizens attending schools abroad.
Does Your Fall Outing with Rover Include a Hike? by Ann Kelly National
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Fall is right around the corner, so why not turn that daily walk into an interesting and fun hike? It's no secret that exercise is a necessity for both you and your dog. We often forget that our dogs are pack animals and their origins are rooted in hunting, playing, and roaming all day long with their pack family. If you are al-
ready in the habit of walking your four-legged friend, you know that it's a special time for the two of you to bond as well as establish yourself as the leader of your domestic pack. Why not shake up your routine a bit and kick your workout into high gear by taking your best friend for a hike? Follow these 5 tips and
your hikes will surely be a wonderful experience that you'll both enjoy together. 1. Know Your Limits (Yours and Your Dog's) Does your current exercise endeavor consist of walking around the block a couple times? Then you may want to rethink that 10 mile hike you're mapping out. Not only do you need to be able to hike without difficulty, so does your furry companion. Start intensifying your walks by making them longer and include hills if possible so the two of you can build up your stamina. It's also advisable to take your dog to the vet just to ensure that he will be able to accompany you comfortably when you're ready to hike. Dogs are people pleasers and they never want to let on that they are injured or in pain, so they will endure it for as long as they can.
2. Be Prepared Once take care of your dog. You you've determined to go can never be too careful. on that hike, whether it's a • Sunscreen - You both long or a short trip, make need sunscreen and they sure you have the following make sunscreen specifiitems: cally for dogs. Light-colored • Proper ID tags - The tags noses are very susceptible to MUST be legible and specisunburns and dogs can get fy your dog's name and your skin cancer just like you. current contact information. • Orange vests - Know It's also a good idea to have whether or not you are taka current photo with you just ing your hike during a huntin case you get separated. ing season. Orange vests for • Collar and leash - Bring you and your dog will make these just as you would sure you both stand out. when you're going for your • Appropriate Dress regular walks. When hiking during cooler • First Aid Kit - Human weather, bring along an first aid kits can come in extra layer of clothes if your handy in the event of a cut dog tolerates them. For or scrape (for either of you). summer hikes, keep a cool, Throw some tweezers in it moist scarf or bandana that for easy tick removal. he can wear to take a bite • Vet's Phone Number - In out of the heat. the event that something un3. Bring Water & Food expected happens, keep your Just like you need to fuel vet's phone number with you up and hydrate for a workso you can quickly Hiking with Rover continued on page 14 find out how to best
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Metro Corner Metro EXPO Line the Best Ticket for USC Gridiron Action by Paul Gonzales/Marc Littman Los Angeles
The 2014 college football season kicked off at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and fans are encouraged to avoid snarling traffic delays by riding the Metro Expo Line to the game. This marks the third year that Metro has offered expanded Expo Line service to USC home football games. More Expo Line trains are assigned to the event and they will run more frequently to get football fans to and from the game safely and efficiently. “During the first two years of Expo Line service to USC football, Metro moved between 8,000 and 9,000 fans to each of the home games representing about ten percent of all the people attending,” Metro CEO Art Leahy said. “Metro customers not only get quick, convenient and safe transport, they won’t have to shell out $20 or more for parking near the Coliseum.” Metro officials encourage football fans to try the Expo Line especially on this Labor Day weekend as tens of thousands of concert goers are expected to fill downtown-area freeways and surface streets to attend the Made in America Festival at Grand Park. Music fans are also encouraged to use the Metro Rail system to avoid congestion and save time. USC’s first home game of the year is generally a sellout, which puts pressure on transportation systems and law enforcement to make things run smoothly. Metro employs scores of workers, wearing cardinal and gold t-shirts, to help direct travelers to their trains and to help them purchase appropriate fare at ticket machines.
one: a major operator that The enhanced, game transports about 1.5 milday service features more lion boarding passengers frequently- running trains on an average weekday on beginning three hours a fleet of 2,000 clean air prior to kickoff and lasting buses and six rail lines, a until 60-75 minutes after major construction agency the game ends. The Metro that oversees many bus, rail, Gold, Red/Purple and Blue highway and other mobility Lines funnel trains to the 7th related building projects, Street/Metro station where and it is the lead transportafans can take the Expo Line tion planning and programfor the short ride to USC. ming agency for Los AngeRiders coming from west les County. Overseeing one of USC can leave their of the largest public works cars at the Culver City or programs in America, Metro La Cienega park and ride is, literally, changing the facilities and board the Expo urban landscape of the Los Line at those stations. USC Angeles region. Dozens of has Expo Line stops at Jeftransit, highway and other ferson, Exposition Park and mobility projects largely Vermont. funded by Measure R are In addition to more freunder construction or in quent Metro Rail trains, the the planning stages. These Metro Silver Line bus service will be augmented to move people from the El Monte and Harbor Gateway Transit Centers to the station at 37th St/USC. Also, bus lines that normally run through the Coliseum and USC areas will be augmented as conditions warrant. Fans riding Metro are required to buy a TAP card with the proper fare loaded. TAP can be purchased at ticket vending machines at rail stations or about Photo by Jordan Moore 500 retail locations including many Ralphs include five new rail lines, Markets and check cashing the I-5 widening and other services. The cost of a TAP major projects. card is $1 with the purchase Stay informed by followof a $5 day pass. TAP can be ing Metro on The Source reloaded and reused. Metro and El Pasajero at metro.net, fares will increase on Sepfacebook.com/losangelestember 15, 2014. metro, twitter.com/metrolosMetro is a multimodal angeles and twitter.com/mettransportation agency that roLAalerts and instagram. is really three companies in com/metrolosangeles.
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The Eastside Transit Corridor Phase 2 Draft EIS/EIR has been released. Attend a public hearing and give us your comments. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIS/EIR) for the Eastside Transit Corridor Phase 2 is now available for public review and comment. In addition to No Build and Transportation System Management alternatives, two light rail transit alternatives are under consideration: State Route 60 and Washington Blvd. Attend a public hearing to learn more and provide comments. Open houses will be held 30 minutes before each public hearing time listed below. Saturday, September 27, 2014 9:30-11:30am Pico Rivera Senior Center 9200 Mines Ave Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Tuesday, September 30, 2014 6-8pm Uptown Whittier Senior Center 13225 Walnut St Whittier, CA 90602
Monday, September 29, 2014 6-8pm Quiet Cannon Banquet Center 901 Via San Clemente Montebello, CA 90640
Wednesday, October 1, 2014 6-8pm South El Monte Senior Center 1556 Central Ave South El Monte, CA 91733
The deadline for comments is 5pm on Tuesday, October 21. For a complete list of locations where you can view the document, please visit the project website at metro.net/eastsidephase2. For public transit options to each hearing you can use the Trip Planner at metro.net. oject Manager Laura Cornejo, Project Manager Metro One Gateway Plaza, 99-22-02 Los Angeles, CA 90012 213.922.3012 eastsidephase2@metro.net
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Car Culture Corner 86 Fest Takes Over Irwindale
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by Andrew Bettridge Irwindale
The 3rd Annual 86 Fest hit Irwindale Event Center this past Sunday. Thousands in attendance, 86 Fest came through with an amazing event after jumping through hoops to keep their event going. From the old school AE86 RWD Corollas to the modern Scion FRS and Subaru BRZ, they filled the lots behind the grandstands
of Irwindale Speedway. New product releases from Cosworth for the FRS/ BRZ platform to the 86 Fest exclusive antennas at the Beat Sonic booth straight from Japan. Every car entry into the show, raffle tickets were given for chances to win prizes from the vendors and sponsors of the event. And, everyone had the opportunity
to purchase raffle tickets to win these prizes. Up for grabs were everything from Extreme Dimensions front Lips to $500 off supercharger kits from Jackson Racing as well as a free Buddy Club Exhaust system. The 86 Fest crew hopes to do this event year after year and hope to keep it growing with every year.
3rd Quarter Construction Update – 2014
Southern California Edison’s Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project Segments 6 – 9 & 11
Project Update – Southern California Edison (SCE) contractors are continuing construction-related activities along portions of Segments 4 – 11 of the Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project (TRTP). Upon completion, the project will provide added capacity to deliver enough power from renewable and other generators to power three million homes, helping enhance electricity reliability in the region and help meet California’s renewable energy goals. Construction Activities – Upgrades to the electrical system during the next three months will include the following: (Please note construction schedule is tentative and may change depending on weather and other factors)
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Northern Duarte and the southern portion of Angeles National Forest n Major construction is complete n Install FAA safety marker balls (helicopter activity) n Site stabilization is underway
Segment 7: Access road work: n From Duarte (north of Las Lomas Road) through Montebello Hills at various sites
Restoration: n Throughout segment 7 of the project route
Installation of electrical transmission conductor (wire) n Montebello (north and south of 60 Fwy)
Segment 8: Access road improvements, clearing / grading, and site preparation n La Habra Heights (west of Fullerton Road) n Rowland Heights (east of Fullerton Rd and west of 57 Orange Fwy) n Tonner Canyon (southeast of Diamond Bar)
Installation of electrical transmission structures (towers) and conductor (wires) n n n n n n
Pico Rivera (south of 60 Fwy / west of 605 Fwy) Industry (south of 60 Fwy / east of 605 Fwy Unincorportated Los Angeles County and Hacienda Heights (east and west of Colima Road) La Habra Heights (several locations east and west of Hacienda Blvd, north of Powder Canyon, and west of Fullerton Rd) Rowland Heights (east and west of Fullerton Road, Pathfinder Park) Additional areas of unincorporated Los Angeles County, including Sanitation District and Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority
Installation of marker balls n Several locations throughout Segment 8
Segment 11: City of La Canada-Flintridge and Angeles National Forest n n n n n n
Access road improvements and work site development (11C) Demolition of existing electrical transmission conductor (wires), structures (towers) and foundations (11C) Installation of foundations for new electrical transmission towers, including site preparation (11C) Assembly and installation of new electrical transmission towers utilizing both conventional equipment and helicopters (11C) Installation of new electrical transmission wires (11C) Major construction is complete on Segments 11A, 11B & 11D (between La Canada-Flintridge and Monterey Park)
Questions? www.sce.com/trtp or call our toll-free line (877)795-8787
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Page 14 Trustee Sale NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 411 Ivy Street TS No. CA-10-413202-RM Order No.: 100778141-CA-GTO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/21/2005. 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): RENEE KEMP, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 6/29/2005 as Instrument No. 05 1530824 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/8/2014 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: $206,567.95 The purported property address is: 12403 CLINTON STREET, EL MONTE, CA 91732 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 8108-017-004 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same
lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 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-10-413202-RM . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 6457711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-10-413202-RM IDSPub #0070822 9/17/2014 9/24/2014 10/1/2014 MID VALLEY NEWS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR PROPERTY AT 10917-10919 VALLEY MALL Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626 TO:
All Interested Properties
FROM:
City of El Monte Planning Commission
APPLICATION:
Conditional Use Permit No. 12-14, Revision to Design Review No. 04-13 and Modification No. 12-14
REQUEST:
A Conditional Use Permit to allow three separate retail spaces for a 6,000 square foot building. The project also request a Modification to reduce the lot minimum lot size for Multi-tenant development from 45,000 square feet to 6,500 square feet and a Revision to Design Review to modify the architectural design of the existing retail building. The subject property is located in the R-C (Retail Core) zoning district. The request is made pursuant to Sections 17.24.040(40), 17.20.020(C) and 17.22.020(D) of the El Monte Municipal Code.
PROPERTY LOCATION:
10915 & 10917 Valley Mall / APN: 8575-020-003 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division)
APPLICANT:
Moussa Matar 4233 Hartle St Cudahy, CA 90201
OWNER:
The Shendaum Family Trust 4233 Hartle St Cudahy, CA 90201
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:
Categorically Exempt (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended.
PLACE OF HEARING:
Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The hearing is scheduled for: Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2014 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall 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 Rebecca Contreras; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at fsolis@elmonteca.org. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Rebecca Contreras at (626) 580-2096 Monday through Wednesday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Published on and mailed on:
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out, the same holds true for your canine companion. Bring plenty of water and a dish that he can drink from (they make collapsible bowls for traveling ease) and offer it often along the way. A good rule of thumb is to bring 8 ounces of water for every hour you plan to hike (and don't forget to bring water for yourself!). It's best to keep him from drinking the water in streams or other natural sources, as these could contain nasty bacteria that will make him sick. Bottles of water that are frozen are also great to pack in case the weather is hot and can offer immediate relief to your pooch. Food should be given on rest breaks or during bouts of less intense activity to ensure that you don't upset his tummy or cause bloating. 4. Be Aware of Your Surroundings Plan your hikes on trails that are used often and provide a clear path; now is not the time to forge a new one through the wilderness. In most cases, you'll likely encounter the usual suspects of the wildlife world, such as squirrels and maybe a deer or two. Keep your eyes open for common canine offenders, including porcupines and skunks. These animals are not as easily scared off by your dog and may become agitated. Familiarize yourself with what poison ivy and other unpleasant plants look like. Although your dog can't get poison ivy, they can pass it on to you, so it's best to keep them away from anything suspicious. 5. Mind Your Manners The same rules you follow on your routine walks apply to your hikes. Have a carry in, carry out mentality, which includes cleaning up after your dog on the trail. Using a leash will ensure that other hikers, other dogs, as well as the flora and fauna around you will remain undisturbed. If you're both on a more leisurely hike, let others moving at a faster pace pass you easily. Hiking with your dog is a wonderful way to spend quality time together and enjoy the outdoors all while getting a great workout. You're guaranteed to have a fun and safe hike just by taking a bit of extra time to plan and prepare. Happy hiking!
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Entertainment Corner Elvis Tribute Kicks Off Season 4 of Worlds Greatest Tribute Bands by Sal Gomez Hollywood
The measure of any successful venture is in knowing how to launch with great fanfare. AXS TV has that ace-in-the-hole with producer/host Katie Daryl and the avenue of this success is the TV show “World's Greatest Tribute Bands.” Tuesday night saw the kick-off of season 4 broadcast LIVE from the world famous Whiskey A Go Go on the Sunset Strip with a tribute to The King himself, Elvis Presley. Truth be told you would have probably been hard pressed to tell that is wasn't Mr. Presley when
singer/musician Justin Shandor hit the stage. Encapsulating the style, energy, mannerisms and excitement of the The King himself, Justin Shandor took command of the stage and controlled it for 90 minutes. All the sex appeal of the real deal with the talent to match. This TV show has seen its share of incredible tribute artists, and now we can add Justin Shandor to this list. When interviewed prior to Tuesday night’s show, Justin pointed out that his role is one that has taken his lifetime to perfect. Well, it
shows! It shows big time. Backed by a solid group of musicians and background singers performing note for note renditions of classic Elvis Presley hits spanning 3 decades, the music of Elvis seems as fresh today as when we first heard it. And to hear it and see it performed live faithfully and honestly, well...there isn't
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A Tour Back Into Country American Sound The tour starts out by taking you back to origins of country music and the roots of the 1920’s. There were exhibits of Appalachian, Delta Blues and West Texas Swing. The videos were created by exhibit co-curator Shannon Perich and The Biscuit Factory. The creator for the audio and written narration of the entire tour is co-curator Michael McCall. Right next to the exhibit of the controversial cover photo for the Dixie Chicks album in 2003, The Dixie Chicks Come Clean from the polemical song Shut Up & Sing, is a sitting area with Microsoft surface tables. The surface tables contain images such as icons Henry Horeinstein, Les Leverett, Michael Wilson, David Mc Clister, Raeanne Rubenstein and Leigh Wiener. The tour is a walking tour,
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If you happen to like Country music and photography the place to visit is the Annenberg Space For Photography. It is a no cost studio, the parking is validated Mon. – Fri. and all day weekends to $1.00 on P1. If you choose garage self-parking the cost is $3.50 for 3 hours from Tue.-Sun. It is located at 10050 Constellation Blvd. in Los Angeles. There is an actual tour conducting the exhibit but you can also access your own tour by the QR codes that are placed right next to the prints. In the reception area, you will find several flyers. Some of the flyers are for the calendar and upcoming events, including a map of the Skylight Studios, as well as how information about the Annenberg audio tour and accessing the QR codes properly.
anything sweeter than that! Another winning season of the World's Greatest Tribute Bands is upon us and it's a safe bet to say, Katie Daryl is up to the challenge of finding the best of the best. The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands! Tuesday nights on AXS TV 7pm PT/10pm ET
but there is a screening at the Digital Gallery for 36 minutes. The screening talks about a documentary exploring the image of music and its evolution over 80 years. It also guides viewers into the history of capturing the culture of the unique American Sound. The documentary is commissioned by Arclight Productions and is called Country: Portraits of an American Sound.
Besides the tour around Annenberg Space for Photography Country Portraits, there is a Corridor Gallery, Wally’s Café, Work Shop
and a Tiny Two-Step Dance Hall. It is a fun place to check out.
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