Sunday, July 26, 2015

“Cowboy” Is — Missing Have You Seen Him?

Sarah reports her short hair orange cat called “Cowboy” has gone missing in the neighborhood near New York Drive and Catalina Avenue.

If you have seen him, please call her immediately at (626) 372-5622.

Sunday, July 26, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the Week of July 12, 2015

Sunday, July 12th

No Significant incidents to report.

Monday, July 13th

9:15 PM – Lashawn Zimmerman, 36 years old of Altadena, was arrested in the 2200 block of Santa Anita Avenue for spousal assault.

Tuesday, July 14th

No Significant incidents to report.

Wednesday, July 15th

6:25 PM – George Jacobs, 66 years old of Altadena, was arrested in the area of Calaveras Street and Fair Oaks Avenue for drinking in public.

8:30 PM – Christopher Harris, 25 years old of Altadena, was arrested in the 800 block of West Figueroa for battery.

Thursday, July 16th

8:00 AM – A vandalism occurred in the 600 block of East Palm Street.   Suspect has been identified as the victim’s ex-girlfriend.  On-going investigation.

1:40 PM – A petty theft occurred in the 600 block of East Woodbury Road. 

Saturday, July 25, 2015

First Date Goes Awry as Air 5 Chopper Called in to Rescue Young Couple on Cliff

Photos courtesy Deputy Dan Paige

The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Air 5 helicopter rescued a couple from a cliff at Lowe Canyon, near Dawn Mine, above Altadena in the Angeles National Forest Friday afternoon.

The two young hikers — who were on their first date — were airlifted to safety by Special Enforcement Bureau deputy sheriff tactical paramedics and Altadena Mountain Rescue reserve sheriff deputies.

The hikers had a map and a phone, but the trails can be confusing. When they realized they were lost, the hikers wisely stopped searching for a way out, and fortunately were able to get a cell phone signal and call Altadena Sheriff’s Station for help.

Neither hiker was injured, authorities said.

Friday, July 24, 2015

Missing “At Risk” Young Man Has Been Located, Authorities Report

19-year-old Altadenan Jonathan Taylor Clark, missing since about 3:00 a.m. last Saturday morning, has been located out of state and is reportedly safe, authorities said today.

Captain Christopher Reed of the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Altadena Station said the development comes two days after Clark’s mother received an email from her son, saying he loved her and that he was sorry. She emailed him back.

Now Clark is located, Reed said the Sheriff’s Department is “working on getting him home.”

Clark is Autistic and should take prescribed medication daily. It was revealed during the search for him that he had previously run away and during one incident was ultimately located in Salt Lake City, Utah.

“Thank you all who took the time to post flyers,” Reed said.

Reed said more information about Clark’s disappearance would be released shortly.

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Family Program Focuses on the World of Wolves by Bringing Real Wolf “Ambassadors”

Eaton Canyon Nature Center delves into the World of Wolves on Saturday, July 25 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

The World of Wolves is an exciting presentation which gives an overview about wolves and discusses topics such as wolf habitat, diet, physical characteristics, pack structure, and the ways in which wolves communicate through fun and interesting facts.

“Must we always teach our children with books? Let them look at the stars and the mountains above. Let them look at the waters and the trees and flowers on Earth. Then they will begin to think, and to think is the beginning of a real education” said David Polis of Wildsong.

To bring these words to life, Wildsong brings objects that can be held and touched to help foster a deeper and meaningful connection between two worlds.

Project Wildsong was created in the belief that rather than forcefully mitigate nature, mankind must strive to coexist with wildlife. To do this,

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Authorities Release New Photos of Young Man, Missing Four Days

19-year-old Jonathan Taylor Clark, last seen about 3:00 a.m. Saturday morning at his family’s Altadena home in the 100 block of West Loma Alta Drive, remains missing, authorities said today.

Jonathan is Autistic and should take prescribed medication daily. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and yellow/white shoes and a shirt color of unknown color.

Authorities relate that “Jonathan loves trains and public transportation and enjoys hanging out at Starbucks.”

Jonathan has previously run away and during one incident was ultimately located in Salt Lake City. Utah.

“His friends and family are very concerned and are also asking for the public’s assistance,” a release from the Altadena Sheriff’s Station said.

If anyone has seen Jonathan Clark please call the Altadena Sheriff’s Station (626) 798-1131 or 9-1-1.

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Altadena Town Council Issues Agenda for July 21 Meeting

Diane Marcussen, Chair, Altadena Town Council has issued the agenda for the Council’s July 21, 2015 meeting to be conducted at the Altadena Community Center, 730 East Altadena Drive, starting at 7 p.m.

A pdf version is available by clicking here.

1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Pledge of Allegiance ____________________ Councilmember
1.2. Roll Call _____________________________ Recording Secretary, Damon Hobdy
1.3. Approve July 21, 2015 meeting Agenda

2. OFFICERS’ REPORTS
2.1. Chairman ____________________________ Diane Marcussen
2.2. Vice Chairman ________________________ Okorie Ezieme
2.3. Recording Secretary ____________________ Damon Hobdy
2.3.1 Approve June 16, 2015 Meeting Minutes
2.4. Treasurer ____________________________ Amy Cienfuegos
2.5. Corresponding Secretary ________________ Billy Malone

3. ELECTION OF NEW OFFICERS____________Brent Musson
3.1. Slate Committee Report

4. SWEARING IN OF NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILMEMBERS

5. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS
5.1. California Highway Patrol ________________Officer Cooper
5.2. Altadena Sheriff’s Station ________________Lt. Phil Marquez
5.3.

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

A Club Where Every Day is Mother’s Day

It’s summertime, and nobody needs more support than Mom, with kids (of all ages) knocking (or crawling) about the house.

Whether you are a stay-at-home parent or managing a part-time/full-time career, the MOMS Club of Altadena would like you to know they are here to support your journey through motherhood.

The MOMS Club of Altadena is a chapter of MOMS Club ® International. The name stands for Moms Offering Moms Support. We provide many activities for our members such as:

• Weekly Playgroups
• Monthly Family Outings
• Monthly All Member Meetings
• Monthly Moms Nights Out
• Weekly Altadena Farmer’s Market Picnics
• Biweekly Fitness Club
• Movie Club
• Support for families of newborns
• Charity Events
and much more!

“All of our monthly all-member meetings are held at the Altadena Public Library and are open to the public. They are a fantastic place for moms and children to meet while we go over club business,”

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the Week of June 28, 2015

Sunday, June 28th

No significant incidents to report.

Monday, June 29th

7:40 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1500 block of New York Drive. Suspect(s) entered the residence by removing the window screen leading into the bedroom located on the second floor. Property Stolen: 1 ct. diamond ring, gold ring with baguettes.

9:20 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 3000 block of Mount Curve Avenue. Suspect(s) entered the residence via unknown means. Property Stolen: currency.

7:09 PM – Joshua Smith, 22 years old, of Victorville and Mukri Ordonez, 18 years old of Altadena, were arrested in the 2500 block of Fair Oaks Avenue for drunk in public.

7:50 PM – Nicholas Metcalfe, 47 years old of Altadena, was arrested in the 300 block of Ventura Street for domestic battery.

10:30 PM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 3100 block of Casitas Avenue. Suspect(s) shattered the windows to a vehicle by using a pellet gun.

Monday, July 20, 2015

Board of Supervisors Votes Tuesday on Minimum Wage Increase for Altadena

The Board of Supervisors of Los Angeles County will vote Tuesday whether or not to pass the proposal to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour within unincorporated areas in the county, including Altadena. The current statewide rate is $9 per hour.

Earlier, the city of Los Angeles passed a similar wage increase that would gradually take effect up to 2020, to the elation of labor groups.

Judging from recent statements from Board Member Hilda Solis, 1st District, the county proposal would likely get the majority it needs to pass on Tuesday.

Solis had earlier balked at the proposed increase, but after commissioning a study of small businesses in unincorporated areas, she said her concerns had been addressed.
She confirmed she would be voting for the proposal.

“Yes, it’s going to happen,” Solis told the Los Angeles Times. “I’ve been supportive since the beginning, but I wanted to make sure that county resources were focused in on how we move through the transition.”

Solis and Supervisor Don Knabe are proposing to create a group to help small businesses through the transition to the higher wage by adopting measures that would waive permit fees,