Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the Week of May 24, 2015

Sunday, May 24th

2:07 AM – Emilio Mayes was arrested in the area of Lake Avenue and Calaveras Street for an out of state fugitive warrant for residential burglary.

5:10 PM – A shoplifting incident occurred at Baja Ranch Market, 2715 N. Fair Oaks Avenue. Suspects stole beer and fled the location.

9:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 3500 block of Canyon Ridge Drive. Suspects entered the residence by cutting the screen and prying the rear door. Loss: unknown at this time.

11:22 PM – A grand theft occurred in the 2200 block of E. Washington Boulevard. Property stolen: Convertible top to vehicle.

Monday, May 25th

1:50 AM – Isaac Molina was arrested in the area of Woodbury Road and Fair Oaks Avenue for drinking in public.

Tuesday, May 26th

No significant incidents to report.

Wednesday, May 27th

No significant incidents to report.

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Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Town Council Elections Early Voting Reportedly Goes Smoothly, Turnout Exceeds Council’s Expectations

Election Committee Chairman Okorie Ezieme said the Altadena Election Early Voting on Tuesday “was well conducted and orderly” and that there were no unusual incidents.

“The turn out was great — exceeded our expectations,” Ezieme said in a late-night email. “While, the Election Committee is not prepared and / or required to announce or release any data at this time, the total number of votes cast is expected to set another record for Early Voting.”

 

Altadena Sheriff’s Station Lieutenant Lewis and Sergeant Bossier picked up the Ballot box at 9 p.m. from the Altadena Main Library and transported it to the Altadena Sheriff Station and secured in a locked cabinet at the Station, Ezieme said.

Residents can also vote this Saturday, June 6, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at any of the nine polling locations all over town.

Altadena Community Center (730 E Altadena Dr) Altadena Library (600 E Mariposa St) Coffee Gallery (2029 Lake Ave) Farnsworth Park (568 E Mt Curve Ave) Gordy’s Garage (843 W Woodbury Rd) Loma Alta Park (3330 N Lincoln Ave) Mint Leaf Restaurant (2535 E Washington Blvd) Podley Properties (1471 E Altadena Dr) Ralph’s Market (2270 Lake Ave)

Voters must provide an ID such as a driver license or utility bill for proof of residence.

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Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Mayor Michael D. Antonovich Calls for Local Waterworks Districts

Mayor Michael D. Antonovich authored a motion unanimously approved by the Board of Supervisors today directing County Counsel to create separate water district commissions to administer the Waterworks Districts.

“These commissions, made up of local representatives, will provide local control with transparency in the Districts’ administration, changes in water rates and other related issues” said Antonovich. “Local commissions, with local community and business representation, will make it easier for ratepayers to obtain information and collaborate with staff on issues of concern.”

County Counsel will report back to the Board in 30 days on the details of how these Commissions will be formed.

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Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Unidentified Altadena Man Dies Near Rose Bowl Monday Night

Pasadena police said a 47-year-old Altadena man died near the Rose Bowl last night about 8:41 p.m. after he apparently suffered a “medical event” and his car went off the road.

The man has not been identified publicly as of this writing.

Pasadena police Lt. Mark Goodman said the man’s death almost certainly was the result of a medical event, probably cardiac arrest. The resulting car accident, which occurred near Rosemont Avenue and Arroyo Boulevard, was minor in nature.

No other persons were injured, Goodman said.

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Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Today is Early Voting Day, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., at the Altadena Library

Today is early voting day. Altadena residents can vote any time between 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Altadena Library, 600 E Mariposa.

Residents can also vote this Saturday, June 6, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at any of the nine polling locations all over town.

Altadena Community Center (730 E Altadena Dr) Altadena Library (600 E Mariposa St) Coffee Gallery (2029 Lake Ave) Farnsworth Park (568 E Mt Curve Ave) Gordy’s Garage (843 W Woodbury Rd) Loma Alta Park (3330 N Lincoln Ave) Mint Leaf Restaurant (2535 E Washington Blvd) Podley Properties (1471 E Altadena Dr) Ralph’s Market (2270 Lake Ave)

Voters must provide an ID such as a driver license or utility bill for proof of residence.

For more election information visit www.altadenatowncouncil.org, www.altadenaelection.org or www.buildingabetteraltadena.org.

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Sunday, May 31, 2015

Altadena Mountain Rescue Team Leads VIDA Kids on Hike

With thanks to Deputy Dan Paige, Altadena Station

The Altadena Mountain Rescue Team led Temple Station VIDA kids on a hike in the US Forest Service – Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.

VIDA serves kids between the ages of 11 and 17½ at eight locations across the county. Over the course of the 16-week program, VIDA participants focus on increasing academic achievement, improving family relationships, developing positive social behaviors and realizing the possibilities for a better future.

The program includes regular visits with VIDA staff members, a Saturday component and weekly sessions with the child and parent to facilitate communication and understanding. Upon completion of the program, participants receive a certificate of completion and are referred to other programs to continue their growth.

To learn more about VIDA, please visit see http://www.vida.la for more information.

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Sunday, May 31, 2015

Altadena Town Council Land Use Committee June 2 Meeting Is Cancelled

The June 2 meeting of the Altadena Town Council Land Use Committee has been cancelled, Council Chair Diane Marcussen said in an email Saturday.

“After careful consideration of the current status of the active projects that we are working on, the committee has determined that there are no actionable items at this time so the June 2 meeting of the ATC Land Use Committee has been cancelled,” Marcussen wrote. “This will also allow residents to vote for their ATC councilmember that evening as well.”

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Friday, May 29, 2015

Neighbors Building a Better Altadena Host Altadena Town Council Debate Thursday

Story and Photography by LAURA B. MONTEROS

[Editor’s note: An earlier version of this article inadvertently erred by identifying altadenaelection.org as the “official election site.” In fact, the official site is the Altadena Town Council site, altadenatowncouncil.org. We apologize for this error.]

All politics is local, and it doesn’t get much more local than the Altadena Town Council, a non-legislative advisory council to the District 5 county supervisor. In a forum sponsored by Neighbors Building a Better Altadena (NBBA) on Thursday night, seven of the 12 candidates for eight seats presented their views on Altadena and what they will bring to ATC. One of the recurring themes was that many Altadenans do not know that there is a town council, so increasing visibility of the body is crucial to its effectiveness in advising the Board of Supervisors.

Candidates who attended the forum were incumbents Billy Malone (CT4602), Damon Hobdy (CT4603.01), and Brent Musson (CT4610) and new candidates Anne Chomyn (CT4601),

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Friday, May 29, 2015

Titus! Ivy! Kate! Roxie! Here Come the Pets of the Week

This week, we introduce you to four pets up for adoption now at the Pasadena Humane Society. See a friendly face you want to bring home? Call (626) 792-7151 with the ID number.

 

A377847 — Titus is a two-year-old, male, white and gray Siberian Husky mix. He enjoys attention and treats, as well as going for walks. Like many Huskies, Titus likes to talk! He has already been neutered which means he would be able to go home with you today.

 

A374094 — Ivy is a beautiful two-year-old Spayed female brown tabby Bengal mix with an affectionate and social personality. Ivy came into the shelter pregnant and had 6 adorable kittens that will be available for adoption very soon. Her foster mom reports that she was a great mom and is litter box trained. Ivy loves to be the center of attention and has interacted well with both adults and older children. She would need to find a home in a single cat household.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Altadena Sheriff’s Station Crime Blotter for the Week of May 17, 2015

Sunday, May 17th

No significant incidents to report

Monday, May 18th

8:50 PM – Maurice English was arrested in the 2100 block of N. Navarro Avenue for spousal assault.

Tuesday, May 19th

12:38 PM – A petty theft of a package occurred in the 3000 block of Calanda Avenue.  Property stolen:  credit cards.

5:00 PM – Daniel Munoz was arrested in the 100 block of Figueroa Drive for vehicle vandalism.  Suspect shattered the rear window.

Wednesday, May 20th

12:30 AM – A vandalism occurred in the 100 block of E. Woodbury Road.  Suspect(s) damaged plants at the residence.

8:50 PM – An assault with a deadly weapon occurred in the area of Lincoln Avenue and Figueroa Drive.  The victims were standing in front of an apartment building and were approached by the suspect.  After a brief exchange, the victims walked away when they were fired upon by the suspect. 

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