Mountain Views News          Saturday, November 2, 2013

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Mountain Views-News Saturday, November 2, 2013 

ONE COMMUNITY~ONE BOOK

More Visions of Arcadia: A Great Book about Arcadia by Arcadians 
& Neighbors

By Joan Schmidt

 Ten years ago, Arcadia Council Member Gary Kovacic edited an awesome book, Visions of 
Arcadia: A Centennial Anthology marking the City’s Centennial. The book was so well received 
and there were so many requests for a sequel that Gary undertook this great project with the hope 
of publication in 2013, and he has succeeded! The result is More Visions of Arcadia, a 576-page 
anthology of 145 essays and over 390 photographs, celebrating the community of Arcadia!

 The City of Arcadia has planned a great program, sponsored by Arcadia’s Best Foundation to 
honor the book’s release on Sunday, November 17, 2013, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Church of the 
Good Shepherd’s Jordan Hall. Featured authors include Gary Kovacic, (Visions of Arcadia and More 
Visions of Arcadia), Carol Libby, (Chronicles of Arcadia and Images of Arcadia, co-author), and 
Elizabeth Pomeroy, (Images of America, Pasadena; Lost and Found: Historic Landmarks of the San 
Gabriel Valley; and John Muir: A Naturalist in Southern California). 

 You will hear Arcadia anecdotes from the authors as they explain their background research 
process before they couldwrite and edit their books. A question and answer session follows the 
talks, after which there will be an opportunity to have your book signed by the author and many of 
the contributing essays’ authors. The stories and photographs will bring back memories for some 
while others learn about the people, events and traditions that helped maintain Arcadia not only as a 
“Community of Homes”, but also a community of great people, family and friends. More Visions of 
Arcadia is $25; cash or check only.

 When I was at the Arcadia’s Mayor’s Breakfast earlier this year, there was mention of More 
Visions of Arcadia and “If anyone had any interesting story/anecdote to write, please contact City 
Hall for more info”. Prior to purchasing our Monrovia home in June, 1987, we rented at 401 West 
Walnut Avenue, Arcadia. Our next door neighbor, Edie Amundson, was a delightful “Senior citizen” 
of Norwegian heritage who came from Menominee, Wisconsin, and always had great stories of her 
life on the farm. Her college-age grandson was “Peter”, currently a City Council Member! Around 
the corner, a HUGE home was being built, and “a movie star was going to move in”. Everyone was 
excited!

 Seeing Council Members Amundson and Kovacic sitting together at the Mayor’s Breakfast jarred 
my memory of a special Christmas card and gift from a movie star! That is my contribution to More 
Visions of Arcadia! Whether you live in Arcadia or not, everything shops at its mall, eats at the great 
restaurants and many enjoy Santa Anita Park. Please come to this great event on November 17th 
at the Church of the Good Shephard’s Jordan Hall, 400 W. Suarte between 1 & 3 pm! You won’t be 
disappointed!

Arcadia Police Blotter

For the period of Sunday, October 20th, through Saturday, October 26th, the Police Department responded 
to 870 calls for service of which 131 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report 
of the major incidents handled by the Department during this period.

Sunday, October 20:

1. Around 1:11 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Live Oak 
Avenue and Second Avenue for tinted windows and lane swerving. An investigation revealed the 
driver had a blood alcohol content greater than 0.08 percent. The 20-year-old Hispanic male was 
arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
2. At about 7:37 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 500 block of Gloria Road 
regarding a theft investigation. After holding an “open house” for nineteen prospective buyers, the 
victim discovered three watches were missing from her bedroom. The victim suspected one of the 
parties stole her property, but did not have any suspect information other than the sign-in sheet. 


Monday, October 21:

3. Shortly after 1:00 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a broken tail light 
on Live Oak Avenue at Longden Avenue. The officer discovered the driver, a 27-year-old White 
female, was in possession of drug paraphernalia, burglary tools, and stolen property. A records check 
revealed the 30-year-old Hispanic male passenger had three outstanding misdemeanor warrants. 
Both subjects were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
4. Just before 2:00 p.m., an officer responded to Pok-a-Dots Costume Store, 115 East Huntington 
Drive, in regards to a theft report. A Hispanic female suspect selected a handful of costumes and 
exited the store without making payment. The suspect is described as 20 to 30-years-old, 5’3” tall, 
medium build, brown hair worn in a ponytail, wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans. She fled the 
location in a red minivan that was parked in front of the location. 


Tuesday, October 22:

5. Shortly after midnight, an officer conducted an enforcement stop on a vehicle in the area of 
Live Oak Avenue and Peck Road for having no license plates. An investigation revealed the driver had 
a suspended license, was in possession of a controlled substance, and had a misdemeanor warrant for 
driving without a license. The 39-year-old Hispanic male was arrested, transported to the Arcadia 
City Jail for booking, and his vehicle was impounded for thirty days. 
6. At approximately 3:20 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 1000 block of 
Mayflower Avenue regarding a burglary in progress. Upon arrival, officers detained three subjects 
that were inside a vehicle parked in the driveway of the residence. An investigation revealed the 
suspects forced entry through a rear window and stole several electronics items, which were found 
inside the suspect vehicle along with burglary tools. A 23-year-old Black male and two 20-year-old 
Black females were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


Wednesday, October 23:

7. Around 12:26 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding in the 100 
block of West Duarte Road. The officer discovered the driver, a 32-year-old male of unknown race, 
was never issued a license. He was cited without incident for both violations and his vehicle was left 
legally parked. 
8. At approximately 2:03 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the Arcadia Police Department front 
counter regarding a fraud report. While checking his bank account online, the victim discovered two 
fraudulent checks had been cashed using his bank account number. One check was paid to the order 
of Costco for approximately $800. He had no idea how his personal information was compromised. 


Thursday, October 24:

 At about 1:05 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Peck Road and Live 
Oak Avenue for displaying an expired registration sticker. A records check confirmed the vehicle 
did have expired registration. The officer discovered the 22-year-old Hispanic female driver was in 
possession of cocaine. She was arrested, transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking, and her 
vehicle was impounded. 

9. Around 11:02 p.m., an officer made consensual contact with two subjects in the area of 
Second Avenue and La Porte Street. An investigation revealed the 24-year-old White male and 
28-year-old Black male were under the influence of methamphetamine. Both suspects were arrested 
and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


Friday, October 25: 

10. Just after 4:20 a.m., an officer conducted a security check of the Extended Stay parking lot, 
401 East Santa Clara Street, and made consensual contact with a male subject. An investigation 
revealed the 37-year-old White male was in violation of his active parole as he was in possession of a 
firearm, multiple controlled substances, and stolen license plates. He was arrested and transported to 
the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
11. At about 1:40 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 99 Ranch Market, 1300 South Golden West 
Avenue, in reference to an auto versus pedestrian accident. Two unknown male subjects stole the 
victim’s bicycle and attempted to flee in a beige colored van. As the victim attempted to chase the 
van, the driver accelerated towards him and struck him in the face with the side mirror, causing a 1.5 
inch laceration. The suspects fled eastbound on Naomi Avenue. Arcadia Fire responded to the scene 
to treat the victim’s wound, but he refused. 


Saturday, October 26:

12. Around 1:27 a.m., an officer responded to the Par 3 Golf Course in the 600 block of East Live 
Oak Avenue regarding a subject screaming for help. The subject was found hanging upside down 
from a fence with his calf impaled on a metal spike. Los Angeles County Fire Department responded 
to the scene and transported him to Huntington Memorial Hospital for treatment. An investigation 
revealed the subject fell while attempting to hop the fence. The metal spike was removed from the 
victim’s leg and he was expected to make a full recovery. 


13. At approximately 3:42 p.m., an officer responded to Sephora at the Santa Anita Mall, 400 
South Baldwin Avenue, in regards to a theft report. An adult subject concealed two colognes inside 
a used shopping bag and exited the store without making payment. The 35-year-old Hispanic male 
was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 



Council Member Gary & Barbara Kovacic, Council Member Peter Amundsen

CALIFORNIA STATE SENATOR ED HERNANDEZ 
TO SPEAK AT ARCADIA CHAMBER

 

Senator Ed Hernandez, representing the 24th Senate District, is the guest speaker at 8am Thursday, 
November 7, at the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Forum, 388 W. Huntington 
Drive. Senator Hernandez will give a presentation on health care reform, along with legislative 
updates. 

 

A discussion of pending legislation and other updates will be provided by representatives from City, 
County, and State government offices, the Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension and the Monrovia-
Arcadia-Duarte Town Council. 

 

The public is invited on the first Thursday of each month to hear informative presentations at the 
monthly Government Affairs Forums led by Chairman Jack Orswell from Orswell & Kasman, Inc. 
Environmental Assessments & Consulting and co-chairs Pete Ulrich, former Arcadia City Councilman, 
and Mary Dougherty, former President of the Arcadia School District Board of Education. 
RSVPs to the Chamber of Commerce office are appreciated - (626) 447-2159 or info@ArcadiaCaChamber.
org.

FROM THE ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY

JUDITH SCHACHNER STORYTIME FIESTA

Don’t recognize the name Judith Schachner? How about Skippyjon Jones, the much loved Siamese 
cat with the big ears book series? A fun and free family book fiesta event featuring stories of Judith 
Bryon Schachner will take place on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. in the Jerry Broadwell 
Children’s Room of the Arcadia Public Library. There will be fun activities, a short video, and a crafty 
creation inspired by the Skippyjon Jones series. Younger children should be accompanied by an adult 
to assist with the craft.

For more information, please call 626.821.5566 or visit the Arcadia Public Library’s website at http://
library.ci.arcadia.ca.us. You can also follow the Library on Twitter and Facebook. The Library is located 
at 20 W. Duarte Rd. Arcadia. All programs are free.

A FEW MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS NEEDED

Are you a middle school student that wishes your voice could be heard? Your opinion was valued? 
You want to be involved in your community but don’t have very much time? Want to generate fun 
programs for fellow middle school students? The Arcadia Public Library Jerry Broadwell Children’s 
Room is looking for a few middle school students to help with just that! Come to the Middle School 
Advisory Group meeting on Friday, November 8, 2013 at 3:30 p.m. and share your ideas, enjoy 
snacks, and bring ideas to action. For more information, please call 626.821.5566 or stop by and ask 
your questions in person.

The Arcadia Public Library is located at 20 W. Duarte Rd., Arcadia. The Library is open Monday 
through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. You 
can also visit the Library’s website at http://library.ci.arcadia.ca.us or follow the Library on Facebook 
and Twitter.