Sunday, August 16, 2015

Altadena Emergency Crews Rescuing Three Girls Are Hailed by Victim in Second Incident

Today at 11:00 a.m. the Altadena Mountain Rescue Team responded into Coyote Canyon, in the Angeles National Forest, for the rescue of three hikers stranded in a canyon.

One of the stranded hikers was able to use their cell phone to call her family member, who notified the Altadena Station and request help. The rescue team was able to reach the hikers after approximately one hour, all three hikers were not injured.

Rescue crews used over 300 feet of rope to guide the hikers to safety.

The hikers were following a trail up the canyon, and hiked up an approximately one mile with an approximate 1000 foot elevation gain.

The hikers two 16 year-old and one 17-year-old girls who all reside in in the El Monte area, were hiking on a trail in Eaton Canyon, when the trail became less defined and the girls became lost.

They attempted to hike out, but the ground became too loose and crumbly to safely hike out.

Saturday, August 15, 2015

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.

Princess (A383345) is a three-year-old, female, brown Chihuahua. She can be a little shy at first, but when she warms up to you, she enjoys attention and affection. Princess loves going for walks! Princess would do well in a single dog home where she can get plenty of exercise. Her adoption fee is $125 which includes the spay surgery, microchip, and vaccinations.

Shelly (A379447) is a beautiful and sweet one-year-old tortoiseshell cat that has spent the last six weeks nursing and caring for her five little kittens in a foster home. Now it’s her turn to be cared for in her own forever home. Her foster mom says Shelly is a great cat who is sweet,

Saturday, August 15, 2015

Altadena Town Council Issues Agenda for August 18, 2015

Diane Marcussen, Chair, Altadena Town Council has issued the agenda for the Council’s August 18, 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 August 18, 2015 meeting Agenda

2. OFFICERS’ REPORTS

2.1. Chairman ____________________________ Diane Marcussen

2.2. Vice Chairman ________________________ Okorie Ezieme

2.3. Recording Secretary____________________ Damon Hobdy

2.4. Treasurer ____________________________ Patricia Sutherlen

2.5. Corresponding Secretary ________________ Billy Malone

3. SWEARING IN OF NEW COUNCILMEMBERS ________ Diane Marcussen

4. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS

4.1. California Highway Patrol _______________ Officer Cooper

4.2. Altadena Sheriff’s Station _______________ Lt. Phil Marquez

4.3. Cert ________________________________

4.4. County Fire___________________________ Stephanie English

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Friday, August 14, 2015

Muir Grads Grateful for McDonald’s Men’s Group Scholarships

Passing the hat for Muir High School graduates who have overcome obstacles is an annual tradition for an informal group of retirees who meet daily at the McDonald’s on Lincoln Avenue (at Woodbury) in Altadena.

By chipping in together and hitting up a few friends (including recently elected District 1 City Councilmember Tyron Hampton), the McDonald’s Men’s Group raised $2,400 which was divvied up into $300 scholarships for eight college-bound young men from Muir’s Class of 2015.

“This is our way of showing these young men that we’re proud of them and that we support them as they move ahead into the future,” stated group member Ernest Johnson. Another of the McDonald’s Men, Keenan Selico, added, “Our goal is to help these young men realize the importance of graduating high school and going on to college so that they can make their mark on the world.”

Summing up the effort, William Bradley stated, “This is about ordinary men stepping up to support and inspire the youth.”

The 2015 recipients of the McDonald’s Men’s Group scholarships are: Dorrell Caldwell,

Thursday, August 13, 2015

Antonovich Says He Will Run for Liu’s Senate Seat

Los Angeles County Mayor Michael D. Antonovich, whose district includes Pasadena, said at a gathering last weekend that he is running for the California state Senate in 2016.

The 75-year-old Republican, who will be forced out from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors by term limits next year, said as much during the La Crescenta Valley Republican Women Federated picnic at the Two Strike Park in La Crescenta on Saturday, the Los Angeles Times reported.

Antonovich has said he was eyeing the seat now held by Carol Liu (D-La Cañada), who will also be termed out in 2016.

The Times reported Natalie Blanning, managing partner with the political consulting firm Gilliard Blanning & Associates, as saying Antonovich hired her firm a few weeks ago and has been interviewing fundraisers and other potential campaign staff.

Blanning also said Antonovich is in the process of opening a candidate committee.

Antonovich’s supervisorial district includes Pasadena, Burbank and Glendale.

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Free, Noncredit Courses: PCCs Best-Kept Secret

Two years ago, when the Rose Bowl Stadium was nearing the tail end of a $182 million makeover, Leah Whetstone witnessed the large-scale construction firsthand, affording the local resident a newfound perspective that would change the course of her life.

“The construction trucks rolled in and out and all of the rebar was being put up,” Whetstone said. “I saw all that activity and I said to myself, ‘I want to be a part of that.’ ”

At the time, Whetstone was working part-time as a flagger, directing traffic to and from the worksite. But watching all the construction activity from afar made her realize that she wanted more of a challenge.

“I wanted a career where I could grow and challenge myself,” she said. “So I looked into the construction industry.”

Finding a regional school that offered a formal construction program wasn’t too difficult. But as a grandmother of two with a part-time job, finding courses that would fit into her busy schedule complicated the search.

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Altadena Station’s Crime Blotter for the week of August 2, 2015

(Sunday) August 2, 2015

9:00 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 4000 block of Chaney Trail.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the front driver side window.  Property Stolen:  black wallet, credit cards, currency.

5:40 PM – An assault with a deadly weapon occurred in the 2500 block of N. El Molino Avenue.  Suspect Ovik Kagramyan, 56 years old of Altadena, was arrested for punching and attempting to stab the victim.  Involved parties know each other as they both live at the residence, which is a board and care facility.

(Monday) August 3, 2015

3:13 PM –  David Hardy, 20 years old of San Gabriel, Devin Leagons, 18 years old of Pasadena, and Robert Leagons, 18 years old of Altadena were arrested for residential burglary in the 1100 block of E. Calaveras Street.  Suspects entered the residence by removing the window screens.  No items were stolen.

8:40 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred at 24 Hr. Fitness, 2180 N.

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Board Of Supervisors Approves Diversion And Jail Plan

The Board of Supervisors approved a joint motion on jail diversion by Supervisors Mark Ridley-Thomas and Sheila Kuehl, with amendments by Supervisors Michael D. Antonovich and Hilda Solis.

“Resuming the work on the jail plan, coupled with new strategies on diversion, is a step in the right direction and avoids further delays in much needed improvements to the existing jail conditions as well as treatment services for inmates with medical, mental health and drug addiction problems,” said Mayor Antonovich.

Supervisor Sheila Kuehl moved to approve Antonovich’s motion regarding the jail plan by amending the number of beds at Consolidated Correctional Treatment Facility (CCTF) from 4,600 to 3,885 which was approved by Supervisors Antonovich and Mark Ridley-Thomas but opposed by Supervisor Don Knabe with Supervisor Hilda Solis abstaining.

Additional amendments to the diversion motion were also offered by Mayor Antonovich and Supervisor Solis and approved by the Board.  Mayor Antonovich’s amendment required that development and expansion of treatment services and housing capacity in the community include robust outreach and input from those residing in the surrounding neighborhoods directly affected. 

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Board Of Supervisors Approves Integrated Health Services Plan To Improve Access To Care

The Board of Supervisors approved a motion by Mayor Michael D. Antonovich establishing a coordinated health agency to integrate the operations of the Departments of Health Services, Mental Health, and Public Health to improve access to care and streamline operations.

“The action of the board today addresses serious concerns expressed by doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding their ability to provide seamless care to county residents. This vital step expands access to care and saves taxpayer dollars through enhanced efficiency in the county’s $7 billion healthcare system,” said Mayor Antonovich.

The motion also directed the Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to convene an Integration Advisory Board (IAB) made up of a broad cross section of stakeholders including the public health, hospital, alcohol and drug, and HIV commissions as well as consumers and organized labor unions.

“This will provide independent oversight of the performance and effectiveness of the newly formed Health Services Agency,” Antonovich added.

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Tony Bell

Assistant Chief Deputy

Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D.

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Free concert: The Kings of 88 at Farnsworth Park

Sheriff’s Support Group of Altadena presents Concerts in the Park.  The Kings of 88 will be performing Saturday August 15, 2015 at 7:00pm.  Join us for the FREE concert at Farnsworth Park, located at 586 Mount Curve Ave., Altadena 91001.

The Kings of 88

88 keys on the piano, 4 top pros from the LA music scene, on 1 stage having a rocking good time! That’s The Kings of 88. Presenting a fun-filled tribute to the legends of piano-rock including Elton John (“Take Me To The Pilot,” “Honky Cat”), Billy Joel (“My Life,” “Big Shot”), Billy Preston (“Nothing From Nothing”), Little Richard (“Keep a Knockin’”), Leon Russell (“Tightrope”), Stevie Wonder (“Living’ For The City”), Bruce Hornsby (“The Way It Is”), Coldplay (“Clocks”), Jerry Lee Lewis (“Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On”), and more.

Made up of an all-star cast of Los Angeles musicians, “The Kings” have carefully crafted a powerful set of music paying homage to piano-rock’s most iconic artists.