San Gabriel High School hosts School District's 1st Annual Robotics Challenge

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A lawsuit has been filed to kill the proposed Lowe’s Home Improvement
store in Alhambra.
Memorial Day will be commemorated at 11 a.m. Monday, May 29, at Alhambra Park, 500 N. Palm Ave.
Group files lawsuit
Memorial Day ceremony to be
to kill Lowe’s project
presented at Alhambra Park May 29
Alhambra’s Planning plus benefits. The development
Commission and City will also benefit the City of
The City of Alhambra for Memorial Day at 11 a.m. Park, 500 N. Palm Ave.
Council approved a Alhambra, generating antici-
and Alhambra Amer- Monday, May 29, at the Vet- The annual event includes the
plan for a new Lowe’s Home pated new sales tax revenue of
ican Legion Post 139 erans Memorial portion (on presentation of colors, the singing
Improvement store and mix over $300,000 annually. That
will present a service of memory Alhambra Road) of Alhambra of the National Anthem, and the
of commercial development money supports police officers,
>> see MEMORIAL DAY Page 7A
on a vacant 12-acre site on firefighters, and other critical
Fremont Street. The Alham- City services that the residents
bra Chamber of Commerce, of Alhambra rely on to main-
an advocate for smart growth, tain their community. The
business development, and Alhambra Unified School Dis-
job creation, endorses the trict will also benefit financially
development. from fees paid by the developer.
The Lowe’s store will provide Besides generating jobs and
residents, businesses, and “do it tax revenue, Lowe’s, through its
yourselfers” more choices to Lowe’s Charitable and Educa-
purchase home improvement tional Foundation, contributed
products and will create up to nearly $32 million to improve
150 jobs paying $17 an hour communities in the United
>> see LOWE'S LAWSUIT Page 11A
CITY NEWS PAGE 2A
CHAMBER NEWS PAGE 11A Alhambra School District robotics students come together after a day of competition.
COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 14A
San Gabriel High School
ACADEMIC NEWS PAGE 22A
hosts School District’s 1st
ALHAMBRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
104 S. First Street
Alhambra, CA 91801
Annual Robotics Challenge
BY ANTONIO GONZALES
The School District’s 1st Gabriel High School's Math- on April 10. This district-wide
Annual Robotics Chal- ematics Engineering Science event was created to promote
lenge was hosted by San Achievement academic club STEM learning and spark some
>> see SGHS HOSTS ROBOTICS CHALLENGE Page 23A
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Mayor’s Corner
Celebrate Memorial Day, congratulate Woman
of the Year, welcome two new restaurants
the singing of the National Anthem, the
playing of Taps, and the thoughts of the
supreme sacrifi ce made by those known
and unknown for our nation’s security and
freedoms will be remembered.
If you need additional information,
please contact the City of Alhambra
Parks and Recreation Department at
626-570-5044.
Woman of the Year
On April 8, I had the honor of attending
Congresswoman Judy Chu’s eighth annual
Women of the Year ceremony in the City
of San Marino. At the ceremony, our own
Alhambra resident Marlene Moore was
selected as one of the Women of the Year
Mayor David Mejia recognized at the event. Mrs. Moore works
for Holy Family Church in South Pasadena
Alhambra resident Marlene Moore was honored as one of the Women of the Year at U.S.
as the director of Community Services Rep. Judy Chu’s eighth annual Women of the Year ceremony in San Marino. From left are
Memorial Day ceremony at Alhambra and has been very inspirational in helping Rep. Chu, Mrs. Moore, and Alhambra Mayor David Mejia.
Park the less fortunate. Th rough Mrs. Moore’s
Memorial Day is a federal holiday leadership and coordination, she has imple-
dedicated to the memory of those who mented several programs such as a “farmers Mrs. Moore truly exhibits the great quali- tacos on Tuesday and 99-cent meat tacos
have given their lives for our country and market” style distribution where her clients ties as a person and represents our city well. on Th ursday.
all the freedom we enjoy. Th is year it falls can select the food they want rather than Th ank you, Mrs. Moore, for everything Th e second establishment to arrive in
on Monday, May 29, and as usual, the City just be given a bag of food. Mrs. Moore you have done. Alhambra is Ritter’s Steam Kettle Cooking,
of Alhambra has partnered with Alhambra also spearheaded the “Adopt a Family” New restaurants in Alhambra located at 1858 W. Valley Blvd. Th e restau-
American Legion Post 139 to hold a service program, where Holy Family Parishioners, Over the last few weeks, two new rant off ers a variety of Cajun style dishes
of memory at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Me- along with the Giving Bank, come together restaurants have opened in our City with that range from the famous pan roast to
morial portion of Alhambra Park, 500 N. during the holidays to provide gifts, grocer- great success. Th e fi rst restaurant, Baja Cali other Cajun and seafood dishes. If you are
Palm Ave. ies, household items, and Christmas trees. Fish and Tacos, located at 2001 W. Valley in the area, please come by and try these
It’s a solemn meeting of remembrance I was very proud that Mrs. Moore was Blvd., has a great menu that consists of new restaurants in Alhambra.
near the “Price of Freedom” wall. During selected as one of the Women of the Year tacos, burritos, and shrimp cocktails. Ad- Happy Mother’s Day from Mayor
the ceremony, the presentation of colors, due to her tireless and inspirational work. ditionally, the restaurant off ers 99-cent fi sh David Mejia!
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is a monthly publication with a total circulation of
40,000. It is mailed to every business and residence in
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to all interested local, state and county officials.
We welcome comments, press releases and
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For advertising rates and other information, contact
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce
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Executive Committee
President:
Evike Chang, Evike.com, Inc.
Vice President:
Th e Alhambra Police Department “Baker to Vegas 2017” team, runners, and support staff celebrate their record-breaking,
Joanna Vargas, The Fit Factor
second place fi nish among police departments with 99, or fewer, sworn offi cers.
Immediate Past President:
Robert Fukui, High Point Marketing
At-Large members:
Frank Chen, Law Offices of Frank W. Chen Alhambra Police Department
Valarie Gomez, YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley
Lee Lieberg, LandZ Real Estate
Megan Moloughney, The Ratkovich Company/The Alhambra
Mark Paulson, Anthony Venti Realtors achieves personal best fi nish in
Board of Directors
Nickie Chan, LifeWave
Iris Lai, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center ‘Baker to Vegas’ competition
Stephen Pan, New Century BMW
Joe Pavon, Al’s Towing
Helen Romero-Shaw, The Gas Company
Lorraine Simpson, Credit Union of Southern California Th e Alhambra Police Depart- elevation increases, high winds, and displayed to complete the race in
Craig Statton, Atherton Baptist Homes
ment’s 20 Baker to Vegas Challenge variable weather conditions. record time.
Dr. David Snyder, Snyder Optometry, Inc.
Relay runners scored a second place “I am extremely proud of the Listed below are the 20 men
Walter Tang, Superior Scientific
Liza Rodriguez victory in their classifi cation, depart- members of the Alhambra 2017 and women of the Alhambra Police
ments with 99 sworn offi cers or few- Baker to Vegas,” said Detective Cpl. Department who gave their all in
Ambassadors
er, in the annual, highly competitive David Tran, captain of Alhambra’s achieving a new fi nish record for
Nickie Chan, president
challenge road race relay in which 2017 team. “Th e training, dedica- Alhambra.
Mary Ann Torres-Co
Jewelyn Co teams of 20 sworn police department tion, and dieting helped excel this Runners who have participated
Kay Lee Fukui personnel from cities throughout year’s team to breaking our depart- for fi ve years or more: Sgt. Russell
Eddie Garcia
the U.S., and even some from other ment record. Just four years ago, as a Rongavilla, Offi cer Gerardo Diaz,
Cindy Ho
Phoebe Lew countries, compete for a trophy over team, we were two hours slower than Offi cer Eddie Cervantes, Offi cer By-
Francis Lo a course of 120 miles from Baker, this year. In a race where minutes ron Garay, Offi cer Joel Ramirez, Cpl.
Stephan L. Taylor
Calif., to Las Vegas, Nev. and seconds are crucial, cutting two Jesus Romero, Sgt. Tai Seki, Cpl.
Sam Yue
Th e Department has competed in hours from our previous time is a big David Tran, Cpl. Carlos Donato,
Staff the Baker to Vegas Challenge Relay accomplishment.” Offi cer Mark Vega, Cpl. Will Ruiz,
Executive Director: Sharon Gibbs
for many years. Cpl. Tran assigned himself the and Cpl. Jose Quinones.
Membership/Advertising Sales: Stan Yonemoto
Alhambra’s 20 competitors, longest stage (10.7 miles). Except Runners who have run the race
Legislative Affairs: Owen Guenthard
Office Manager: Irma Hernandez composed of a mixture of Baker for one mile, the entire length of this one to four times: Offi cer Derrick
Editor: Dulcy Jenkins to Vegas veterans and fi rst-timers, stage was uphill. Lew, Offi cer Brian Chung, Offi cer
Writers: William Kinman, Gary Frueholz, Adriana Maestas
and supported by a team of family, City of Alhambra Mayor David Sally Dominguez, and Offi cer Mi-
Office Assistant: Rosemarie Valerio
Published by: Alhambra Chamber of Commerce friends, and fellow City of Alhambra Mejia, at a recent City Council chael Hennes.
employees, scored a victory over meeting, expressed his pride in First timers: Offi cer Christopher
AROUND ALHAMBRA is not responsible nor liable for any claims or offerings,
nor responsible for product availability that may be advertised. Opinions lonely roads with varying levels of the Alhambra Police Department’s Bates, Offi cer Sergio Llamas, Offi cer
expressed in columns, letters and guest editorials are those of the authors.
diffi culty, running between 4 and participation in Baker to Vegas and Th omas Quiroz, and Offi cer Rebecca
All rights reserved. Reproductions in whole or in part without permission
is prohibited. 10.7 miles per runner, with uphill noted the great amount of teamwork Madrigal.
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How to Contact
Your Representatives
CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS
626-570-5010
Mayor David Mejia
Vice Mayor Stephen Sham
Councilmember Luis Ayala
Councilmember Jeff Maloney
Councilmember Barbara Messina
Th e annual City of Alhambra “Spring Eggstravaganza” took Mayor David Mejia and his family take their picture with the
President of the United States place April 15 at Almansor Park. Th e bunny worked overtime Bunny.
Donald Trump (R) placing eggs in “not so hard to fi nd” places to give every child
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C. 20500 the opportunity to search and fi nd those special treats.
U.S. Senator
Dianne Feinstein (D)
11111 Santa Monica Blvd. #915, Los Angeles, CA 90025 Spring ‘Eggstravaganza’ draws
310-914-7300
Washington D.C. 202-224-3841
huge crowds to Almansor Park
U.S. Senator
Kamala Harris (D)
312 N. Spring St., Suite 1748, Los Angeles 90012
213-894-5000 Hundreds of children and their parents stood in long basket full of prize items.
lines to have their pictures taken with the Bunny and to have Even as the egg hunt was completed, lines for Bunny pic-
U.S. Rep. 27th District
their faces painted at the City’s Spring Extravaganza on April tures and face painting continued into the early afternoon.
Judy Chu (D)
527 S. Lake Ave, Suite 106, Pasadena, CA 91101 15 at Almansor Park. Th ey then lined up around the egg A pancake breakfast was available for the early risers, and
626-304-0110 gathering areas to await the horn blast to announce that the shave ice treats, courtesy of Tri-Star Vending, cooled down
Washington D.C. 202-225-5464 hunt was on. Eggstravaganza attendees and raised funds for the Alhambra
[email protected]
Th ere was one golden egg in each age group that con- Civic Center Library.
www.chu.house.gov
tained a golden ticket, earning the successful egg-gatherer a
Governor
Register for Superstars Club,
Jerry Brown (D)
C/O State Capitol, Suite 1173, Sacramento, CA 95814
510-628-0202
Basketball Sports Camp
State Senator 22nd District
Dr. Ed Hernandez (D)
West Covina 626-430-2499
East Los Angeles 323-981-3320
Sacramento 916-651-4022 Th e City’s Superstars Club, for chil- Granada Park Basketball from Monday, July 10,
dren 5 to 8 years of age, and Basketball Basketball, June 5 through June 16. through Friday, July 21, Mondays,
State Assembly 49th District Sports Camp, for children 7 to 13 years Kickball, June 19 through June 30. Tuesdays, Th ursdays, and Fridays
Ed Chau (D)
of age, begin in June. Registration is Baseball, July 3 through July 14. from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
1255 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 306, Monterey Park, CA 91754
now open, and early registration is Soccer, July 17 through July 28. Both sessions meet at the Almansor
323-264-4949 Fax [phone]
recommended to ensure inclusion in A parents meeting for both Park Gymnasium. Th e registration fee
Sacramento 916-319-2049
[email protected] the program. programs is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. is $30 and includes a free Sports Camp
asmdc.org/members/a49 Th e Superstars Club provides Th ursday, May 25, at the Almansor T-shirt.
training in the rules and skills of four Park Gymnasium, 800 S. Almansor A parents meeting is scheduled at
County Supervisor 5th District
diff erent sports. It is taught in four, St. First-come, fi rst-served registration 5:30 p.m. Th ursday, June 15, at the
Kathryn Barger
two-week sessions beginning Monday, ends on Monday June 5, or when the Allmansor Park Activity Room. First-
215 N. Marengo Ave., Suite 120, Pasadena 91101
626-356-5407 June 5, and ending Friday, July 28. club roster is full. Th e clubs begin their come, fi rst-served registration ends on
Superstars are trained from 2:30 training on Monday, June 5. Monday, July 10, or when the Sports
State Board of Equalization District #3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednes- Th e registration fee is $30 and Camp roster is full.
Jerome E. Horton, Board Member
days, and Fridays at both Almansor includes a free Superstars T-shirt. Registration for both the Superstars
2361 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 450
Park and Granada Park. Th e schedul- Th e Basketball Sports Camp is Club and the Basketball Sports Camp
El Segundo, CA 90245
ing of the sports is diff erent at each composed of two sessions for 7- to may be accomplished online at www.
Ph. 310-297-5201, Fax [phone]
[email protected] site: 13-year-old children: Beginning cityofalhambra.org, or in person or by
www.boe.ca.gov Almansor Park Basketball from Monday, June 26, phone at the Recreation Division Of-
Kickball, June 5 through June 16. through Friday, July 7 (no meeting fi ce at Almansor Park, 800 S. Almansor
Baseball, June 19 through June 30. on July 4), on Mondays, Tuesdays, St., 626-570-5081, weekdays from 8
Soccer, July 3 through July 14. Th ursdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Basketball, July 17 through July 28. a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Intermediate
Library ‘Info Fair’ attendees learn
about information resources
Explora, Axis360, CQ is on the Library’s website free digital resources that es based on the number of
Researcher, Reference at www.alhambralibrary. address their interests learning resource activities
USA, and Mango are org. Click on Collections in learning, including A in which they participated.
just a few of the names and on Databases, and New Language, How to Th ose resources included
of multiple databases and see 26 resources from A Invest, How to Find Info Axis360, California
e-resources available to (Axis360) to Z (Zinio). for School Reports, How Missions, EBSCO, CQ
Library patrons free of During National Li- to Grow a Business, More Researcher,Explora, Flip-
charge. Th is was explained brary Week, the Library about My Neighborhood, ster, Mango, Morningstar,
to those who attended the staff demonstrated the use What should I read next? Valueline, Reference USA,
Alhambra Civic Center of many of these resources Because National Tumblebooks, and Zinio.
Library’s recent “Info Fair,” to visitors, including spe- Library Week was a cele- To learn more, visit
which was a part of the cial resources just for chil- bration, visitors to the Info the Children’s, Teen, and
National Library Week dren, high school, and col- Fair not only learned the Adult Reference desks at
celebration. lege students. All attendees information, but had fun the Alhambra Civic Center
A list of these resources learned about the Library’s in the process, earning priz- Library, 101 S. First St.
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Alhambra Civic Center Library off ers reading programs, movies, classes, more
“Build a Better World @ the Alhambra ages and a packed month of enjoying the LEGO® Club for all ages, 4 years old Build a House of Cards game night
Civic Center Library” is the theme for the ever-expanding collections of books and and older, meets on Monday, May 8, at for all ages on Tuesday, May 23, in Reese
2017 Summer Reading Program. It begins other materials conveniently displayed for 6 p.m. in the Homework Center. Each Hall. Each family, group, or table will
on Monday, June 5. easy access. monthly meeting has a diff erent (and receive a deck of cards and construct — for
Th e children’s Summer Reading Pro- Documentary lunch on Monday, May surprise) theme around which participants prizes — tall, long, or unusual structures.
gram, for ages 0 to 12, begins on June 5 as 1, and each Monday in May except May will focus their LEGO® play. Th e library TED Talk and discussion for adults
children are invited to read, or have some- 29, for adults at noon in Reese Hall. Bring supplies the bricks, and the children sup- on Wednesday, May 24, at 4 p.m. in Reese
one read to them, 100 minutes each week a lunch, and enjoy a diff erent documentary ply the imagination. Space and materials Hall.
to earn fun prizes, including a free book. fi lm each week. are limited; each child under 12 must be Early Literacy Story Times registra-
Th e fi rst special program of the summer — Dirty Dancing (PG-13) movie screen- accompanied by an adult. LEGO® Club is tion for June 6 through July 20 for children
the Arty Loon “Looney Variety Show”— is ing for adults on Tuesday, May 2, at 6:30 made possible by a grant from Southern ages 0 to 3, opens for Alhambra residents
scheduled for June 5 at 3:30 p.m. in Reese p.m. in Reese Hall. California Edison. on Saturday and Sunday, May 27 and 28
Hall. Space is limited, and children and Th e Coloring Book Club for adults Th e Villalobos Brothers, a special (non-Alhambra residents on Tuesday, May
accompanying adults are required to wear meets on Wednesday, May 3, and every screening of a presentation of their unique 30), in the Children’s Room. Parents must
wristbands, which are given free beginning Wednesday in May, at 10:30 a.m. in the musical talents for adults, from Lincoln come in person and have a valid Alham-
at 2 p.m. for scheduled Monday programs. second fl oor Reference Lounge. Center, on Tuesday, May 9, at 6 p.m. in bra Civic Center Library card to register
Th e teen Summer Reading Program Family Story Time for families with Reese Hall. their child. Full information concerning
kicks off on Th ursday, June 8, at 2 p.m. children ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, May Teen Advisory Board meets on registration and Story Time schedules is
in Reese Hall. Teens will make key chains 3, and every Wednesday, at 7 p.m. in the Wednesday, May 10, at 3:30 p.m. in Reese available at www.alhambralibrary.org/
during this session. Story Time Room. Th ese programs include Hall. childrens or 626-570-3215.
Th e adult Summer Reading Program is stories and other activities. Th e Way Way Back (PG-13) movie
changing slightly from years past — partic- Th e Silent Reading Club for adults screening for Teens on Th ursday, May 11,
ipants will receive a game board of sorts on meets on Th ursday, May 4, at 2 p.m. in at 3 p.m. in Reese Hall. Duncan is an awk-
which is listed a variety of activities. Each the second fl oor Conference Room. Enjoy ward teen who must spend the summer
time a participant completes two activities, a quiet space to catch up on reading, fi nd at a beach house with his mother and her
the game board will be brought to the new recommendations, and share favorite boyfriend and the boyfriend’s obnoxious
library and an incentive gift awarded. Prog- books with others. daughter.
ress on activities described on the game Middle Grade Makers for 7- to Bubblemania, best for families with 101 S. First St.
board can be reported every other week. 12-year-old children who have an interest children ages 3 to 12, will be presented Alhambra, CA 91801
Th ose interested in becoming Summer and curiosity in how things work. Th ey on Saturday, May 13, at 11 a.m. in Reese 626-570-5008
Reading Program volunteers (see require- meet on Th ursday, May 4, and every Hall. It will teach the science — and fun www.alhambralibrary.org
ments at www.alhambralibrary.org) are Th ursday during the school year, at 2 p.m. — of bubbles, complete with shimmering
encouraged to call Volunteer Coordinator in the Homework Center. Learn how to waves of soap fi lm, rainbow bubbles, giant Monday: 11 am - 9 pm
Tuesday: 10 am - 9 pm
Lisa Perez at 626-570-5008, extension make slime, how magnets work, how to bubbles, and more. Space is limited. Bub-
Wednesday: 10 am - 9 pm
5651. Many volunteers are needed to cover build a bridge out of popsicle sticks, and blemania is made possible by a grant from
Thursday: 10 am - 5 pm
the 57 hours per week is assisting Summer other “need to know” facts and “need to Southern California Edison.
Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Reading Program participants of all ages. construct” activities. A Chinese language movie for adults
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Th e month of May off ers a full schedule Gaming & Snacks for teens on Satur- will screen in Reese Hall on Monday, May
Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm
of special programs and activities for all day, May 6, at 3 p.m. 22, at 6:30 p.m.
05/2017 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 7A
3rd Annual City of Alhambra
Tournaments, games, arts,
Neighborhood Clean-Up
crafts off ered at summer food
project scheduled for June 10
sites in Alhambra’s parks
Following several successful neighbor- fort have noted the feelings of community
Participants are invited to take part in drop-in recreational activities provided
hood clean-ups and energized by volun- togetherness engendered by their eff orts,
by trained recreation leaders at summer lunch and snack sites in Alhambra’s parks.
teers from City staff , Alhambra churches, and they said it was fun.
Arts and crafts activities are off ered on Tuesdays and Th ursdays at each park.
service clubs, and dedicated individual Th e selection of this section of the com-
Tournaments and games are off ered at each park, once each week, on either
residents, the 3rd Annual City of Alham- munity is based upon an eff ort, over the
Wednesdays or on Fridays:
bra Neighborhood Clean-up is scheduled next few years, to cover nearly the entire
from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 10, in city, and, certainly not on any basis of Tournaments & games, Arts & crafts, Tuesday
an area bounded by Fremont Avenue on noted deterioration — the residents of this either Wednesdays or Fridays and Th ursday only
the east, Garvey Avenue on the south and area are just as prideful of their properties
Alhambra Park 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays 2 pm. to 3 p.m.
west, and the 10 Freeway to the north. as are other Alhambra residents — but
Almansor Park 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesdays 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Volunteers will sign in at a booth locat- some residents, including seniors, disabled,
Granada Park 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
ed on Montezuma, between Montezuma those on fi xed incomes and veterans, those
Story Park 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
and Florentina Drive. Th ey will without appropriate tools and
bring their work gloves, small resources, may need just a tiny
Children, ages 1 to 18, are invited to receive a free lunch and a free snack each
gardening tools, wheel- bit of help in achieving the
week day at Alhambra parks every summer. Th e program begins on Tuesday, May
barrows, and other work standard to which they
30, and ends on Aug. 4. Lunches and snacks are served on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served
implements to provide aspire.
basis at the locations and times listed below:
assistance to residents, In addition to the
who have responded volunteer clean-up Lunch Snacks
to an area survey who eff orts there will be a
Alhambra Park noon to 2 p.m. 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
need some assistance in low-cost pet clinic on
Almansor Park 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
landscape — trimming, site, hosted by the L.A.
Granada Park noon to 2 p.m. 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
clippings, etc. — or the County Animal Care &
removal of unwanted furni- Control Department and an Story Park 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
ture, appliances, tree trimmings, e-waste curbside pickup of unwant-
All meals must be consumed on the site in the designated area and are served
trash, junk, and debris, which will be put ed electronic devices.
regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and reprisal or retaliation
into large, roll-off dumpsters provided by For more information about the June
for prior civil rights activity.
Republic Services. Th e City will provide 10 Neighborhood Clean-up, please con-
Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated in any USDA-re-
some small tools and equipment thanks tact Code Enforcement (phone number
lated program should write to U.S. Department of Agriculture, Offi ce of the
to a generous donation from the West San listed above) or check out the information
Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Washington, D.C. 20250-91410, or e-mail
Gabriel Valley Association of Realtors. contained on the City’s website at www.
[email protected].
Volunteers can register for this project cityofalhambra.org.
For more information, please phone [phone] during weekday business
by contacting City of Alhambra Code En- A huge thank you to the dedicated
hours.
forcement during weekday business hours co-sponsors of this special City of Alham-
at 626-570-3230 or by e-mailing code@ bra eff ort: Republic Services, West San Ga-
cityofalhambra.org or just showing up on briel Valley Association of Realtors, Smart
June 10 with a willing spirit of community & Final, SGV New Gen Rotary Club, and
service. Veterans of past years’ clean-up ef- Starbucks Coff ee.
MEMORIAL DAY From Page 1A
playing of Taps, all in honor of the supreme sacrifi ce
made by those known and unknown for the nation’s
security and freedoms.
Light refreshments will be served. Th e American
Legion Post 139, under the leadership of Com-
mander Gilbert Cardoza, will host a post-ceremony
reception at its headquarters, 24 N. Stoneman Ave.
Th e Alhambra Police Department had a "Boba Tea with a Cop" event on April 19 at
the Poke Joint, 6 W. Main St. Alhambra residents were encouraged to ask questions,
voice concerns, and get to know Alhambra’s police offi cers. From left are Deputy Chief
Elliot Kase, Mayor David Mejia, Police Chief Timothy Vu, and Chamber Ambassador
Cindy Ho.
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Alhambra Beautiful Awards
recognize businesses,
residences that make
Alhambra more attractive
Th e Alhambra Chamber of Commerce home upkeep and maintenance, and
will once again recognize the projects and their extraordinary eff orts have helped
people who have made Alhambra a more contribute to the overall appearance of the
beautiful place in which to live, work, and City’s landscape, which benefi ts the entire
shop. community,” said Mayor David Mejia.
Judging for the Alhambra Beautiful Th e Alhambra Beautiful Award program
Awards will begin soon in two categories: was founded by the late Helen Wysong, a
commercial restoration/remodel and new longtime Alhambra resident who, with a
construction and for residential. small group of Alhambrans, urged Alham-
Th e commercial category is for build- bra homeowners to be diligent in keeping
ings, condo developments, and businesses up their properties and then recognized
in general. Th e residential category consists those who did with the Alhambra Beautiful
of single-family homes. Award.
A team of Nomi-
judges will nations and
be dispatched recommen-
throughout dations are
Alhambra invited from
beginning the public.
this month, Th e Alham-
with the goal bra Chamber
of identi- of Commerce
fying those represents
businesses more than
and homes 400 members.
that are most Its mission is
deserving of to foster and
an Alhambra Beautiful Award. enhance the economic interests of the
Th e commercial category will be judged Alhambra community, while advancing
on a city-wide basis, with several businesses the quality of life of members, partners,
receiving recognition. Judges will evaluate neighbors, and visitors.
homes in each City Council district, and For more information, contact the
awards will be given out in each district. Chamber offi ce at 626-282-8481, visit
Th e winners will be announced in July. the Chamber’s website at alhambracham-
“Past award winners have demonstrated ber.org, or follow on facebook.com/
a pride of excellence in commercial and alhambrachamberofcommerce.
‘Next Rising Generation
Basketball Academy’ clinics
added to Leisure Class agenda
Boys and girls ages 6 through 11 two years, there are two “Open Clinics”
who want to learn the fundamentals of on Th ursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
basketball — dribbling, shooting, and and on Sundays from noon to 1 p.m. at a
passing — have the opportunity to learn cost of $97 for each four-class session. A
or practice those basics in two age-specifi c free shirt is included.
skills training clinics in May and June, Founded by Derek McGee and Byron
provided by the “Next Rising Generation Scott, who all basketball fans know and
Basketball Academy” at the Granada Park respect, NRG Basketball Academy teaches
gymnasium. boys and girls the skills they need to
Th e Rookies Clinic, for 6- to 8-year- succeed both on and off the court. Th ey
olds, is on four Sunday mornings in May stated “training techniques will challenge
and again in June, each session running our players’ abilities to help them trans-
from 10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. and off ered at form into the best possible basketball
a cost of $97 for each four-class session. A player they can be.”
free NRG Basketball shirt is included. Learn more about NRG Basketball
Th e Beginners Clinic, for 8- to 11-year- Academy at the website www.nrgbasket-
olds, is off ered on Th ursdays from 3:30 ball.com, where actual training sessions
p.m. to 4:20 p.m. each month and on can be watched. Register in person at the
Sundays from 11 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. each Alhambra Park Recreation Offi ce, 500
month. Th e cost is $97 for each four-class N. Palm Ave., weekdays from 8 a.m. to
session and includes a free shirt. 5 p.m. or online at www.cityofalhambra.
For the more experienced 9- to 12-year- org.
olds, with good ball handling skills and For more information, please phone
who have played basketball for at least 626-570-3242.
05/2017 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 9A
Registration for Summer
Session Leisure
Classes begins May 8
Beginning on Monday, May 8, Al- golf classes, which include kids golf, junior
hambra residents may register for Leisure golf, beginner and intermediate golf for
Classes, choosing from multiple class-sub- adults, and golf for ladies.
ject choices, including arts and crafts, Th e complete list of classes, times, dates,
computer and academic classes, preschool and fees are available for viewing on the
classes, dance, health and fi tness, yoga, City of Alhambra website, www.cityofal-
music, sports, martial arts, and tennis. hambra.org, and in the City of Alhambra
Non-Alhambra residents may begin summer/fall 2017 Leisure Classes, Activities
registration on Monday, May 15. & Excursions Guide, mailed to homes by
Dance classes include ballet, tap, Jamin’ early May.
Hip Hop, folklorico, fl amenco, Hawai- It’s easy to register: online at www.cityof
ian-Polynesian, line dancing, Middle Alhambra.org; by phone at 626-570-
Eastern belly dance, social dance, and salsa. 3242, where questions can be answered;
And living in a community with one and drop off or mail in at the Alhambra
of the best golf courses in the county, resi- Park Recreation Offi ce, 500 N. Palm Ave.,
dents can take advantage of the expansive weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mayor to give State
of the City speech
Th e Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, where the city is heading.
Rotary Club of Alhambra, and Southern Reservations are required. Individual
California Edison will sponsor the 2017 tickets are $30.
State of the City Luncheon, featuring May- Table sponsors for this event are San
or David Mejia, at noon, Tuesday, May 23, Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District
at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., and the Water Quality Authority.
Alhambra. For more information or to RSVP,
Th e Mayor will provide insight on top please contact the Alhambra Chamber of
issues facing Alhambra, on progress that Commerce, 626-282-8481 or ihernan-
has been made over the past year, and on [email protected].
Checks payable to:
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce
104 S. First Street
Alhambra, CA 91801
For more information or to RSVP call 626.282.8481, or email
[email protected]
11110000AAAA CCCCIIIITTTTYYYY NNNNEEEEWWWWSSSS AROUND ALHAMBRA 05/2017
Safety tips from the
Summer swim lesson
Alhambra Police Department
registration opens this month
City of Alhambra residents may begin nity Service Department; click on Leisure With all the online and social media Remember
registering for swimming lessons on Mon- Activities Guide. bartering applications available now, the Report any suspicious person(s) loiter-
day, May 8. Non-Alhambra residents can Th e most convenient way to register for police department wants to make sure ing around mailboxes especially now that
register on Monday, May 15. Th e swim swim programs, or any other Parks and residents take the steps necessary for their tax season is here. More mail theft occurs
lessons, off ered at the Alhambra Park pool Recreation activities, is at the website on the safety: during this time because thieves know that
and the Granada Park pool during fi ve-two Community Services Department page. • Never meet with anyone alone. Al- people are receiving sensitive information
week sessions, begin on Monday, June 5. Registration may also be completed at the ways take someone with you. (personal) that can be used for identity
Th e lessons will be fi lled on a fi rst-come, Alhambra Park Recreation Offi ce, 500 N. • Always meet in a public place. theft, and tax returns will be arriving.
fi rst-served basis. Palm Ave., during weekday business hours. • If possible, always do the transactions Don’t drink and drive
Th e complete schedule of aquatic For more information, please phone during the day time, never late at night. • Plan in advance. Designating a driver
programs is available in the summer/fall 626-570-3242 during weekday business • Never get into someone’s car and is a very popular tactic to avoid drinking
2017 Leisure Classes, Activities & Excursions hours. have them drive you to a diff erent area to and driving.
Guide, arriving soon in mail boxes and al- “Wet Play” at Alhambra Park will be complete the transaction. • Assign a designated driver. Make sure
ways available at www.cityofalhambra.org. reopen in May from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily • If possible, avoid going into some- this person is responsible and keep them
Click on Government; click on Commu- for the summer months. one’s house or apartment and never go into in your sight while you are drinking. Have
someone’s house or apartment alone. their contact information handy in case
• Never share your personal infor- you can’t fi nd them when you are ready to
mation with anyone, other than your leave.
fi rst name. Person to person bartering • Leave your car at home. If you don’t
transactions do not require your personal have your car with you, you can guarantee
identifying information. that you won’t make the choice to drive it
• Don’t be so quick to accept a personal home. You can also plan on using a public
check from someone. Th e check could be transportation or a taxi, Uber, or Lyft.
fraudulent or the account closed. • Leave the venue with your designated
• If you are the victim of a bartering driver. It may be tempting to stay longer or
crime, report the crime immediately to the leave with
local police jurisdiction in which the crime • Call the police if you see any drivers
took place. on the road you suspect are drunk.
• Remember Remember
If the deal is too good to be true, it Buzzed driving is drunk driving.
probably is. Coyotes in Alhambra
Stranger danger Th e City has received reports of coyote
Timothy Vu, left, is sworn in as chief of police by Mayor David Mejia. He replaces • Children should know their names, sightings in Alhambra. Th e Alhambra
Chief Jackie Gomez-Whiteley, who has led the department for the last several months their parents’ names, their addresses, and Police Department and Alhambra Code
after former Police Chief Mark Yokoyama was appointed city manager. Chief Vu was phone numbers. Enforcement are working together to
sworn in on April 3. • Teach them to never go anywhere or develop a Coyote Management plan. We
take anything from someone they don’t encourage residents to call the Alhambra
know. Police Department, 626-570-5151
• Know where your children are always. non-emergency or 911 emergency, if a
Make it a rule that children must ask per- coyote poses a danger to the public’s safety.
Th e following crimes were reported to the Alhambra Police Department in March. mission or check in before going anywhere. For sightings of coyotes, please contact
Th e areas of occurrence are listed to the nearest block --- not exact addresses. By Give children your work and cell phone Alhambra Code Enforcement at 626-570-
publishing these reports, it is hoped that Alhambra residents will take the necessary numbers so they can reach you at all times. 3230. If no answer, include the date, time,
measures to ensure their individual safety, as well as the safety of their property. Warning signs and location of where the coyote was seen.
Neighborhood Watch Works. To join Neighborhood Watch, or for more crime • Numerous or inappropriate Food
prevention information and safety tips, contact the Alhambra Police Department questions. • Secure garbage cans at all times or
Crime Prevention Offi ce at 626-570-5177.
• An adult asking them to disobey store garbage indoors.
their parents or do something without • Avoid feeding pets outside. Remove
District One District Two District Three District Four
permission. sources of pet food and water. If feeding
Burglary (2) Burglary (6) Theft/Burglary from Burglary (6)
• Asking them to keep a secret. pets outside is necessary, remove the bowl
00 S. Third (X5) 900 S. Second Vehicle (16) 3000 W. Norwood
600 N. Monterey 1200 S. Third 2400 W. Birch 1300 W. Ramona • Asking a child for help. and any leftover food promptly.
Theft/Burglary 2000 S. Fifth 1700 W. Vine 3300 W. Danzig • Or anyone that makes them feel • Pick up windfall fruit and vegetables
from Vehicle (13) 100 E. Linda Vista 00 N. Marengo 3100 W. Montezuma uncomfortable in any way. daily.
00 S. First 400 W. Ramona 500 S. Marengo 2300 S. Hathaway Remember • Cats and small dogs should not be
1000 N. First 1600 S. Hidalgo 00 S. Primrose 2600 S. Snead • Tell your children that if a stranger left out after dark unless enclosed in a
800 N. Second Theft/Burglary 200 N. Primrose Theft/Burglary grabs them, they should do everything they coyote-proof enclosure.
400 S. Seventh from Vehicle (9) 2200 W. Commonwealth (X2) from Vehicle (6) can to stop him or her from pulling them • Never hand-feed or otherwise delib-
400 E. Main (X2) 1500 S. Third 2400 W. Commonwealth 1600 S. Date away. Teach them to drop to the ground, erately feed a coyote.
500 W. Main (X2) 1700 S. Ninth 1900 W. Huntington 1600 S. Primrose kick, hit, bite, and scream. Th ey should do Fencing
900 W. Beacon 2000 S. Stoneman 200 N. Olive 1600 S. Curtis whatever it takes to attract the attention • Fences should be constructed at least
1000 N. Hidalgo 1500 S. Chapel 1000 N. Bushnell 1200 S. Marengo of others who can help them. If someone 5 ½ feet tall to exclude coyotes. Th ese can
100 S. Cordova 600 E. Valley 2100 W. Main 800 S. Marguerita drags them away, tell them to scream, “Th is be made of solid wood, cement blocks, or
200 S. Cordova 1000 E. Valley 1200 W. Mission 900 S. Marguerita
is not my dad,” or “Th is is not my mom.” bricks. All fences should have some sort of
100 S. Granada 1000 S. Atlantic 200 S. Atlantic Grand Theft Auto (3)
Protect your mail galvanized wire apron buried at least 4 to
Grand Theft Auto (4) 900 W. Shorb Electric/Orange 2600 W. Hellman
• Use the letter slots inside your post 6 inches in the ground, which extends out
00 S. First 1100 S. Stoneman Grand Theft Auto (7) 800 S. Marguerita
offi ce for your mail, or hand it to a letter from the fence at least 15 to 20 inches. Th e
00 S. Third Grand Theft 1300 S. Waverly 1400 W. Shorb
carrier. apron should be securely attached to the
100 N. Chapel Auto (1) 100 S. Westmont Robbery (1)
• Pick up your mail promptly after bottom of the fence.
700 E. Main 800 W. Ramona 400 N. Bushnell 1700 W. Garvey
delivery. Don’t leave it in your mailbox
Robbery (1) Robbery (1) 300 N. Marengo
overnight. If expecting checks, credit cards,
Fourth/Main 300 W. Valley 100 S. Electric
or other negotiable items, ask a trusted
600 S. Marguerita
friend or neighbor to pick up your mail.
1200 W. Mission
• If you don’t receive a check or other
Robbery (2)
valuable mail you’re expecting, contact the
1300 W. Alhambra
issuing agency immediately.
1900 W. Main
• If you change your address, notify
your post offi ce and anyone with whom
you do business via mail.
• Don’t send cash or gift cards in the
mail. Opt for sending a secure check.