Mountain Views News          Saturday, July 12, 2014

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Mountain View News Saturday, Jully 12, 2014 

Arcadia Police Blotter

CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF A VERY SPECIAL MAN: 
PARAMEDIC MIKE HERDMAN

For the period of Sunday, June 29th, through Saturday, July 5th, the Police Department 
responded to 1,015 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, June 29:

1. Around 3:20 a.m., an officer responded to Monarch Donuts, 15 West Huntington 
Drive, regarding a burglary report. Unknown suspect(s) forced entry through a side 
door and stole approximately $100 from the cash register. No evidence was located 
and no one reported seeing or hearing anything suspicious.

2. Just after 7:50 p.m., an officer responded to Macy?s at the Santa Anita Mall, 400 
South Baldwin Avenue, regarding a theft investigation. A female subject concealed 
merchandise inside her purse and exited the store without making payment. As a 
Macy?s loss prevention officer attempted to detain the suspect, the suspect resisted 
and struck the officer multiple times on her upper torso. During the altercation, the 
suspect?s shirt and bra came off. The 44-year-old Asian female ran to her car topless 
and left behind her purse containing her driver?s license. A witness recorded the 
license plate number as the suspect fled the location in a white Mercedes. Further 
investigation is being conducted by the Detective Bureau.

Monday, June 30:

3. At about 4:34 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the intersection of Sunset Boulevard 
and Fairview Avenue regarding a welfare check on a male subject passed out in the 
driver?s seat of his vehicle. The vehicle was stopped at the stop sign, but stilling 
running. An investigation revealed the 26-year-old Hispanic male was under the 
influence with a blood alcohol content greater than 0.08 percent. He was arrested and 
transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

4. At approximately 10:47 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the area of Colorado Street 
and Monte Vista Road regarding a transient encampment. The officer made contact 
with a subject who was sleeping inside a tent. A records check revealed the 35-year-
old White male had two outstanding misdemeanor warrants. He was arrested and 
transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

Tuesday, July 1:

5. Just after 6:25 a.m., an officer conducted a follow-up check on the transient camp 
located in the area of Colorado Street and Monte Vista Road. The officer made contact 
with two subjects who were lying down inside of a tent. An investigation revealed one 
of the subjects, a 43-year-old White female, was in possession of a controlled substance 
and had three outstanding misdemeanor warrants. She was arrested and transported 
to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. The other subject, a 46-year-old White male, was 
cited for Unlawful Camping and released in the field without incident.

6. Around 10:56 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Santa 
Anita Terrace and Santa Anita Avenue for a warrant attached to the license plate. The 
officer discovered the warrant belonged to the driver, a 22-year-old Hispanic male. An 
investigation revealed he had a suspended license and was in possession of 72 illegal 
fireworks. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

Wednesday, July 2:

7. Shortly after midnight, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a bicyclist for riding on 
the sidewalk in the business district area of South First Avenue and Diamond Street. 
An investigation revealed the 19-year-old Hispanic male was on felony probation for 
Vehicle Theft and in possession of burglary tools. He was arrested and transported to 
the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

8. At about 11:21 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of 
Huntington Drive and Second Avenue for expired registration. A search of the vehicle 
revealed the 19-year-old White female driver was in possession of marijuana and over 
60 packages of illegal fireworks. She was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City 
Jail for booking.

Thursday, July 3:

9. At approximately 12:19 p.m., and officer was dispatched to Sport Chalet at the Santa 
Anita Mall, 400 South Baldwin Avenue, regarding a theft report. An 18-year-old 
Hispanic male concealed clothing inside his backpack and exited the store without 
making payment. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for 
booking.

10. Around 7:49 p.m., officers working DUI enforcement conducted a traffic stop on a 
motorcycle for driving with no head lights on in the area of Live Oak Avenue and Sixth 
Avenue. A records check revealed the 60-year-old Hispanic male had an outstanding 
felony warrant. Methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were also located on his 
person. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 

 
Yesterday I attended the heart retching services for Arcadia 
Paramedic FireFighter Mike Herdman, who died tragically during 
a backpacking trip. The service was held at the Arcadia H.S. 
Performing Arts Center and was well attended by family, friends, 
and coworkers. Many fire agencies came to pay respects from 
nearby Monrovia, Sierra Madre, and Duarte’s (LA County Fire) 
Station as well as distances such as Oxnard, Downey, and Torrance-
just to name a few. At the center stage was his casket, guarded by 
two firemen with axes, a few photographs, surfboard, bicycle and 
backpack. I listened to speaker after speaker and was so amazed 
that one man could achieve so much and touch so many people in 
his short time on earth. I cannot even imagine the unmeasurable 
grief and loss his family must endure - wife Bridget, daughter 
Sienna, parents Debi and Rob, sisters Tracy and Carrie and their 
families as well as his family at the Arcadia Fire Department.

 Reverend Castillo read from Ecclesiastics 3, but “none of us 
expected this. It came all too soon”. Reverend Castillo spoke of 
Mike’s passion for life and the love of his family, wife Bridget and 
daughter Sienna After Beth Stogner sang, “Alleluia”, Jeff Patterson 
read the obituary written by Mike’s sisters Tracey and Carrie: Mike 
lived life with a passion, always searching for a new adventure. As a 
kid, he searched his Dad’s construction sites in Laguna Niguel for 
shark’s teeth...moved to Laguna Beach in 1990, took up snorkeling, 
surfing and skateboarded everywhere...in High School, found out 
he had outstanding track and athletic ability...went to CAL POLY 
San Luis Obispo, and found the three loves of his life-Bridget, 
cycling and dog Maverick. In 2003, Bridget and Mike married; 
in 2007, Sienna was born. Mike shared the love of outdoors with 
Sienna, and they went on many adventures together. Mike’s family 
challenges everyone to carry on Mike’s “love for challenge, family 
and life”.

 Arcadia Fire Chief Kurt Norwood began expressing gratitude for 
the 1000’s of hours- spent (many were volunteers who traveled to 
the Sespe Wilderness) searching for Mike, the effort of county, state 
and federal agencies, and a special thanks to Ventura County Fire 
and Sheriff’s Departments...to locate Mike and bring him home.”

 For Chief Norwood and Mike’s coworkers, it was very difficult 
to hold back tears. There is a special bond they form-the type of 
work they do- working together to save lives, fighting dangerous 
fires, and living like a family during those long shifts- no wonder 
they are a family! Chief Norwood told us that “Everyday Mike 
celebrated life. I listened to him, laughed, and shook my head... 
his enthusiasm, energy, never in a bad mood...When he went to 
Paramedic School, he made such an impression...their instructors 
wanted to know where did I find this guy...everyday Mike came to 
work with a smile...one word to describe him...infectious.

 Chief Norwood also felt blessed to spend time with Debbie and 
Rob, Mike’s parents and thanked them for what they instilled in 
Mike. Mike’s mom read, “Do Not Weep’, and then Joel Rodas, 
Mike’s partner spoke of the deep void in his heart and missing 
Mike’s larger than life personality.

 Mike was “one of a kind”, who brought a smile to briefing. After 
dinner, there was always a new bet or insane challenge, “What are 
the chances?” Captain Richard Oishi spoke of Mike’s thirst for life 
and how Mike always “pepped up” the stakes in the challenges, and 
quoted Mike on his relationship with his daughter, “You should 
never be too tired to play with your kid. Enjoy every second because 
you don’t know when it will be your last.

 A video presentation traced Mike’s life, and there were no dry 
eyes after it was completed.

 At the end of the service, Bridget Herdman was presented with 
a folded flag, his uniform hat and a framed box of metals. Good-
bye to a real hero. May we follow your example and live life to the 
fullest.

ARCADIA REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB FEDERATEDTHE EDUCATIONAL ARM OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTYSPEAKER FOR JULY 17TH IS JUDY NELSON, MAYOR OF GLENDORAJudy has been a strong fighter against the conservancy. We are in 
danger of losing our water rights to the Federal Government and even 
your home may be impacted if you live on the hillside because the final 
boundaries have not been drawn. It is important you be here and 
invite your friends. Gentlemen always welcome. Coffee at 10, meeting 
at 11, speaker at 11;30, lunch at 12 at the cost of $17. For 
information call Carolyn Papp 626-353-7443.
ANNUAL END OF SUMMER CARNIVAL 

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13 – 10AM-2PM

 The Recreation and Community Services Department will be celebrating 
the end of summer with our annual carnival on Wednesday, August 13th 
from 10am-2pm at Eisenhower Memorial Park, located on the corner of 
2nd and Colorado in Arcadia.

 This year’s carnival has a super hero theme. Come spend a day with 
family and friends while enjoying music, raffles throughout the day, a 
costume contest, and a caricature artist. Carnival games are available for 
a nominal fee and offer kid- friendly prizes, so make sure to bring lots of 
change! Bring a picnic lunch or enjoy some delicious food from the food 
truck on hand. Come to the carnival in your favorite Super Hero themed 
outfit. Judges will be searching for the best costumes throughout the day.

 For more information please contact the Recreation Office at 
626.574.5113. 


THE 27TH ANNUAL HOMEGROWN 
MAYFLOWER VILLAGE PARADE

“What’s Going On?” 

News and Views from Joan Schmidt

Monrovia Police Blotter


Vandalism

July 7 at 7:51 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the high school in 
the 800 block of West Colorado on the report of vandalism. Campus 
security arrived in the morning after the 4thof July weekend and 
discovered someone had written graffiti on the auto shop building. 
The investigation is continuing.

Attempt Grand Theft Auto / Vehicle Burglary

July 7 at 11:10 a.m., a resident in the 100 block of North Lincoln called 
police to reportthat someone had attempted to take his vehicle. The 
victim parked his vehicle on the street and secured it on July 3. When 
he returned to his vehicle on July 7, he discovered the driver side 
door lock was punched. The suspect tore the steering column apart, 
attempting to take the vehicle, but it appears they couldn’t start it. 
The suspects took some welding books from inside the vehicle. The 
investigation is continuing.

Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Honey 
Oil – Suspect Arrested

July 7 at 3:24 p.m., an officer on patrol in the 100 block of West 
Greystone came upon a vehicle with the door left open. When he 
stopped and looked inside, he saw approximately 50 butane bottles 
and a pipe with possible honey oil on it. The driver of the vehicle 
could not be located and the vehicle was registered out of town. Due 
to the extreme hot weather and the butane bottles sitting in the sun, 
the Monrovia Fire Department was requested and res ponded to 
the scene. A resident from the 300 block of Stedman told officers 
the vehicle belonged to his son’s friend, who was inside the house. 
The 19-year-old suspect was located and arrested for manufacturing 
honey oil.

Vehicle Tampering – Suspects Arrested

July 7 at 12:21 a.m., a resident in the 300 block of Fowler Drive saw two 
male subjects lift the door handle to his vehicle, checking to see if the 
door was unlocked. He chased the suspects, but wasn’t able to keep 
up. A few minutes later, a security officer from an alarm company 
who was patrolling the 700 block of West Foothill saw the two males 
running. He called the police and then detained the suspects, who 
cooperated. The victim arrived just as officers arrived and placed the 
two under private persons arrest for vehicle tampering. The suspects 
were taken into custody.

Strong-arm Robbery – Suspect Arrested

July 9 at 6:35 p.m., officers responded to a business parking lot at 
Foothill and Myrtle regarding a robbery. Two male adults who knew 
each other began arguing in the shopping center parking lot. One of 
the subjects took the other subjects headphones and then demanded 
the subject’s wrist watch. The victim did not attempt to recover 
the headphones out of fear for his safety and attempted to walk 
away; however, the suspect wanted the watch and began hitting the 
victim, attempting to remove it from the victim’s wrist. A bystander 
broke up the fight and the suspect fled in a vehicle with the victim’s 
headphones. The victim was able to identify the suspect, and he was 
located and apprehended by police, as the vehicle was still in the 
area.

Our Annual Mayflower Village Parade may 
not be the largest or most spectacular but 
it has a unique history. On July 4, 1987 Liz 
Alonso decided, she wanted her children 
to grow up without an attitude of “parades 
are dumb”, and understand the significance 
of Independence Day. So Liz dressed up 
2-year-old Eric and 3-year-old Karen in 
paper hats, gave them flags to wave and 
walked them around the block. Since then 
the community’s homegrown expression 
of love of country has blossomed into an 
annual event.

 In the 90’s, it seemed like EVERYONE in the neighborhood 
participated. Children decorated their bikes; parents did strollers or 
wagons for the little ones and even the family pet! Neighborhood kids 
like the Vallejo’s and Randal’s designed and signed tee-shirts sold to raise 
money for the red, white and blue popsicles handed out after the parade. 
Lois, the puppeteer did a show and children participated in a great talent 
show.

 Life goes on and people move on. Liz stepped down; her sister Kathy 
Robbins oversaw the parade for a while. Kathy relocated to Colorado, 
Carrie De Ritter took over, and the parade is great as ever! Carrie 
and a friend held the banner at the beginning and Carrie’s husband 
and children also participated. Karen Randall lives in South Arcadia, 
but returns to the parade with her family to represent the family who 
began it all. I loved seeing many former students-all grown up- and 
even their parents still participate. A few included the Vallejo’s, Torres’, 
and Brayton’s. Carrie’s sister, Keely participated with her hubby and 
children. Thank you Carrie, for a job well done, and thanks to your Dad, 
Mr. Baggett for directing traffic! Thanks to the many volunteers and 
participants who made this such a unique parade! All who came out had 
a great time!

INTERACTIVE “GET BACK TO 
WORK BOOT CAMP” SLATED FOR 
SEPTEMBER 13 AT DUARTE LIBRARY

DUARTE, CA, July 9, 2014 - Duarte residents are invited to 
attend a free, four-hour

workshop designed to jump-start their career search and become 
job ready at the “Get Back to Work Boot Camp” scheduled for 
Saturday September 13th from 10 am to 2 pm at the Duarte 
Library. The Duarte County Library is located at 1301 Buena 
Vista Street and participants are encouraged to pre-register for 
the workshop.

 Workshop attendees will have the opportunity to learn current 
job search strategies from the experts at the Foothill Workforce 
Investment Board and from the City’s very own Councilmember 
Sam Kang. Various topics will be presented throughout the 
day including; how to market your skill sets; resume writing 
and interviewing skills; creating a LinkedIn profile in addition 
to having access to the Foothill Workforce Investment Board’s 
state of the art mobile job placement center which will be on site 
throughout the course of the workshop. 

 This collaborative venture is sponsored by the City of 
Duarte, the Foothill Workforce Investment Board, the office 
of Assembly Member Roger Hernandez, Panda Express of 
Duarte, the Duarte County Library, and the Upper San Gabriel 
Valley Municipal Water District and the Duarte Chamber of 
Commerce. The office of Assembly Member Roger Hernandez 
will provide morning refreshments and Panda Express will 
provide lunch. For further information contact Karen Herrera 
at 626-357-7931 (herrerakaren@accessduarte.com) or visit 
www.accessduarte.com. Registration limited to 50. Pre-
registration available at EventBrite http://www.eventbrite.com/e/

INTERMITTENT PARK, STREET & FREEWAY 
CLOSURES AND HELICOPTER ACTIVITY 
DURING THE FINAL PHASE OF EDISON TRTP

DUARTE, CA, July 10, 2014 – As Southern California Edison wraps up 
its close to four year segment of the Tehachapi Renewable Transmission 
Project (TRTP) in Duarte, residents will experience some intermittent 
park, street and freeway closures with helicopter activity.

 Beginning July 21 and continuing through August 8, 2014, project 
crews will be installing new wires on the existing transmission towers 
in the utility easement within the Edison property/easement between 
Tocino Drive and Greenbank Avenue, within Hacienda Park and the 
Rancho Duarte Golf Course to south of the 210 freeway in Irwindale. The 
anticipated construction hours during the project will typically be from 
7:00 am to 7:00 pm., Monday through Saturday.

 During this time, residents can expect to see from time to time a 
small helicopter that will be used to position equipment and personnel 
throughout the project area. Increased noise can be anticipated due to the 
helicopter’s hovering activities.

Hacienda Park will also be closed completely during working hours on July 
23 through the 25th and then again from July 27 to the 30th. Intermittent 
park closures will occur on July 21 and 22nd and again on July 26th.

 During the project’s entirety, there will also be periods of brief traffic 
interruptions and street/freeway closures on Royal Oaks Dr., Hacienda 
Dr., Encanto Parkway, Huntington Drive and the 210 freeway as well. 
Periodic traffic interruptions will be typically three to five minutes in 
length. Edison has filed a traffic plan with the City utilizing a variety of 
traffic control measures including signs and crewmembers carrying flags. 
Note: Intermittent closures on the 210-freeway will occur between 5:00 am 
and 9:00 am on Sunday, July 27th only.

 This is being done as part of the final phase of work for Edison’s Tehachapi 
Renewable Transmission Project. Once completed in 2015, the project will 
deliver electricity from wind energy generators in Kern County south 
through Los Angeles County and east to San Bernardino

County to help meet California’s 20% renewable energy goals.

Edison has been informing the community in a variety of ways about the 
project through mailings and door-to-door outreach. In addition, there is 
also a link on the sce.com/trtp website that opens to a Duarte Construction 
Information page where residents can view up to the minute construction 
updates throughout the duration of the project. Residents and businesses 
also have the opportunity to sign up to receive email construction alerts. 
For more information about the Tehachapi Renewable Transmission 
Project (TRTP), please call (877) 795-8787 or visit www.sce.com/tehachapi

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