Mountain Views News          Saturday, October 18, 2014

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Mountain Views-News Saturday, October 18, 2014 

METHODIST HOSPITAL’S 

CRYSTAL BALL 2014: 

THE MOST SPECIAL ONE EVER

Arcadia Police Blotter

For the period of Sunday, October 5 th, through Saturday, October 11th, 
the Police Department responded to 1,084 calls for service of which 112 
required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of the 
major incidents handled by the Department during this period.

Sunday, October 5:

Just before 2:35 a.m., an officer conducted an enforcement stop on a 
bicyclist in the 400 block of Santa Clara Street for riding without a rear 
reflector. The subject confessed to having two knives in his pockets. The 
officer discovered the 53-year-old White male was also in possession of 
methamphetamine. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City 
Jail for booking.

At approximately 7:55 p.m., an officer contacted a male subject sleeping on 
a park bench in the area of Bonita Park, 100 South Second Avenue. While 
conversing with the subject, the officer noticed the man was intoxicated 
and unable to care for himself. The 26-year-old Hispanic male was 
arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 

Monday, October 6:

At about 10:49 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 2200 block 
of Canyon Road regarding a report of a dog chasing two bears. Officers 
discovered the pit bull escaped from his yard and was chasing the bears 
into a nearby resident’s yard. The owner of the pit bull, a 51-year-old 
Hispanic male, was issued a citation for failing to keep the dog on a 6’ 
leash. 

At approximately 9:04 p.m., an officer conducted an enforcement stop on 
a vehicle in the area of Baldwin Avenue and Gate 8 for lane straddling. 
Upon contacting the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of an 
alcoholic beverage emitting from his breath. An investigation revealed 
the 48-year-old White male was under the influence with a blood alcohol 
content greater than .08%. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia 
City Jail for booking. 

Tuesday, October 7:

Just after 12:57 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 
area of Golden West Avenue and Fairview Avenue for failing to stop at a 
stop sign. During a consensual search of the vehicle, the officer located a 
bottle of alcohol behind the driver’s seat. The driver, a 19-year-old Asian 
male, was cited for Possessing Alcohol in a Vehicle Under 21 Years of Age 
and released in the field. 

Around 8:47 a.m., an officer responded to the Santa Anita Race Track, 
285 West Huntington Drive, regarding a commercial burglary report. 
Surveillance footage revealed an unknown male entered the Horse Racing 
TV trailer, rummaged through items, and consumed two bottles of 
alcoholic beverages before exiting the location. The suspect is described as 
a White male, approximately 60-year-old, with long gray hair, thin build, 
normal height, wearing a blue hooded jacket and dark colored pants. 

Wednesday, October 8:

Shortly after 2:12 a.m., an officer initiated an enforcement stop on a vehicle 
in the area of Baldwin Avenue and Huntington Drive for failing to stop 
at a red light. While the subject’s vehicle was still in motion, the driver 
exited the vehicle and fled on foot. The officer pursued the suspect on foot 
but was unable to locate him. The officer discovered the vehicle, which 
was registered out of San Gabriel, contained a bag with a white crystalline 
substance similar to methamphetamine. The subject is described as a 
thin, light skinned Hispanic or White male, in his mid-twenties, and 
approximately 6’ tall. The suspect was outstanding at the time of the 
report and the investigation is ongoing.

At about 1:07 p.m., officers responded to Macy’s at the Santa Anita Mall, 
400 South Baldwin Avenue, regarding a theft report. An investigation 
revealed the suspect, a 44-year-old Asian female, selected numerous 
items of clothing, concealed them in her purse while in the dressing 
room, and exited the store without making payment. She was arrested 
and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

Thursday, October 9:

At approximately 5:48 p.m., an officer responded to the Arcadia Police 
Department front counter regarding a fraud report. The victim stated she 
received a phone call from someone named “Michael Sinclair”, who spoke 
with a heavy Indian accent and identified himself as being with the US 
Department of Treasury. The caller told the victim she owed back taxes 
and would need to pay nearly $5,000 to avoid having a warrant issued 
for her arrest. The victim complied and paid $4,981.50 using Green Dot 
cards. The victim then realized the phone call was a scam.

Around 9:15 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a bicyclist in the 
area of Colorado Boulevard and Monte Vista Road for not having proper 
lighting equipment. An investigation revealed the 42-year-old Hispanic 
male was under the influence of methamphetamine and in possession of 
burglary tools and methamphetamine. He was arrested and transported 
to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

Friday, October 10: 

Just after 7:27 a.m., an officer responded to a residence under construction 
in the 000 block of West Sycamore Avenue regarding a theft report. The 
officer determined an unknown suspect cut through the chain link fence 
and stole various tools and equipment. No suspects were seen and no 
witnesses were located.

At about 12:01 p.m., an officer responded to the area of Holly Avenue 
and Palm Avenue regarding an assault report. An investigation revealed 
a male victim got into a verbal altercation with the driver of a nearby 
vehicle. As the victim rode away on his bike, the driver of the vehicle, 
a 21-year-old Asian male, swerved and purposefully hit the victim. The 
driver then reversed and hit the victim a second time. The victim refused 
medical attention. Investigation is ongoing.

Saturday, October 11:

Just after 2:53 a.m., an officer responded to Arcadia Methodist Hospital 
regarding a 19-year-old male who admitted himself for injuries he 
endured while being robbed. The victim said he was riding his skateboard 
down an alley near the 100 block of East Huntington Drive when he was 
approached by four subjects. One of the suspects asked if the victim was 
a gang member before punching him in the face numerous times. The 
victim passed out and after regaining consciousness, realized his gold ring 
was stolen. The victim described the suspect as an unidentified Hispanic 
male, approximately 6 feet 3 inches tall, 230 pounds, and wearing dark 
clothing. The victim was treated for his injuries. The identity of the other 
subjects remains unknown. The investigation is ongoing.

At approximately 5:35 p.m., an officer initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle 
in the area of Santa Anita Avenue and Lemon Avenue for speeding. Upon 
contacting the driver, the officer discovered the 23-year-old White male 
had an expired license. He was cited and released in the field. The vehicle 
was released to a licensed driver. 


Arcadia’s former Mayor (1st Woman) Floretta Lauber and 

City Clerk Gene Glasco 

By Joan Schmidt

 2014 Crystal Ball certainly WAS the most special one ever as predicted by 
Christine Antonovich. She and her husband LA County Supervisor Mike 
Antonovich were the honorees of this 25th Annual Crystal Ball, and the 
entertainment was provided by legendary singer/songwriter Paul Anka.

 Why were the Antonoviches honored? Christine joined the Methodist 
Foundation in 2009; she has co-chaired Crystal Ball three times, sponsored 
the event and served as a member of the Crystal Ball Committee. She and 
Mike have participated in numerous important activities and campaigns. 
Mike feels “It is important to have a solid medical care system in place to 
serve our residents. We’ve participated in a number of hospital programs…
our children have received services at Methodist Hospital…We’ve always 
appreciated the service and quality of care…It’s a great honor to receive this 
recognition…the event goes a long way toward upgrading the care that the 
hospital provides, keeping it on the cutting edge so that it can provide better 
service to those who need medical treatment.

 The Co-Chairs of Crystal Ball 2014 were former Mayor Mickey Segal and 
Ron Okum, both Foundation Board Members and longtime Crystal Ball 
supporters. “Mickey is an amazing man who has a lot of energy,” Christine 
said. “He is focused, and Crystal Ball is a special event whenever he is 
involved.”

 Co-chair Ron Okum and wife Nan Have known Mike since their college 
days at CAL State LA. Like Mickey, Ron has contributed greatly through 
volunteer efforts on behalf of various organizations in the San Gabriel Valley 
and throughout Los Angeles County.

 It was Mickey who brought Paul Anka as entertainment, an unprecedented 
third time, to the Crystal Ball. Paul’s known Mickey for 30 years and “After 
my introduction to Methodist Hospital through the Segals, I discovered 
what an important organization it is…to be invited back to experience the 
enthusiasm of the audience and the achievement of money raised for such a 
good cause…I am very honored to be part of it.” 

 The current Methodist Hospital’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit has a 20-
bed capacity with a waiting list, so it plans to refit the third floor of the Berger 
Tower, expand to 30-beds, new dining facilities, physical and occupational 
therapy spaces and new equipment…the new unit will meet all seismic 
requirements, provide access to the acute care floors of the hospital and have 
larger in-room bathrooms. The cost will be over $3 million, so the Methodist 
Hospital Foundation Board of Directors approved a new capital campaign. 
Although several donors have made generous gifts, additional funding is 
needed; thus we have Crystal Ball 2014.

 What a spectacular evening and there are so many people who need to 
be thanked! The Co-chairs, Ron Okum and Mickey Segal and committee 
members who worked long hours to pull this event together-without them, 
this couldn’t have happened. Also the Methodist Hospital Foundation Board 
who recognized the necessity for a new Rehab center and spearheaded the 
campaign for funding, sponsors for the event, those who either donated great 
Silent Auction items or purchased them, the Red Carpet and photographer 
when we arrived, the wonderful Social Hour with wine, drinks, Hors 
d’oeuvres, a second indoor photographer, the sumptuous dinner, beautiful 
centerpieces, and of course those who made very generous donations at the 
Ball after the auction.

 The Title Sponsor was Cole & Cindy Harris; Grand Sponsor, Mike & 
Christine Antonovich, Angela Y. Fu, Cole and Cindy Harris; Golden Orchid, 
Dick & Sue Hale & Ron & Nan Okum; Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., The 
Paradigm Financial Group-Joel Solomon, ChFC, Pacific Life, Crump-Robert 
DiMeo; Micket & Lee Segal & Alan & Sandy Whitman; STARTECH, Crystal 
Sponsor, Sierra Family of Auto Dealerships, Claudia-Tu-Independent Acute 
Dialysis Services, Inc.; Platinum Sponsor, Allied Pacific of California, IPA, 
DaVita Healthcare Partners, dunsitD2 Constance Pasadena, East West Bank, 
EDI Media Inc.-Asian American Cultural and Artistic Foundation, Bill & 
Sumi Hughes, Aner & Rebecca Iglesias, Christopher Lin, Medine Industries, 
Inc., Methodist Hospital Staff, Pacific Western Bank, Sodexo: On Site Service 
Solutions and the Sugimoto Family Foundation. There also were many Gold 
Sponsors and Underwriting Sponsors.

 After we entered the Ballroom, the Program began. There was a warm 
welcome by Hospital President/CEO Dan Ausman and Foundation President 
Mike Dreibe. We viewed a video that featured a man who had suffered a 
stroke and was admitted to the Rehab Unit. His recovery was amazing and 
then we saw the proposed new unit. The Co-Chairs Mickey and Ron thanked 
all attendees and sponsors and acknowledged that such an event could not 
happen without so many Committee Members who worked many hours to 
pull it all together.

 I had the pleasure of sitting with Arcadia’s first female Mayor, Floretta 
Lauber , City Clerk Gene Glasco and Doneva Garcia, Public Relations and 
Communications Manager at Methodist. I was blown away by Paul Anka and 
when I walked over to take a photo of him dancing with Christine, I met old 
friends, former Sheriff Lee and Carol Baca. It was truly an evening I will never 
forget. 

 An early estimate is about $700,000 raised. If you were not able to attend, 
but realize how vital this new Rehab Unit is, the Foundation would greatly 
appreciate donations. Please visit www.methodisthospital.org/planned 
giving. 

ARCADIA POLICE DEPARTMENT HOLDS COFFEE 

WITH A COP AT ARCADIA CHAMBER 

Coffee with a Cop Huge Success

ARCADIA, CA (October 17, 2014) – Coffee with a Cop, sponsored by 
the Arcadia Police Department and hosted by the Arcadia Chamber 
of Commerce, was a huge success Thursday, Oct. 9 from 8am-10am. 
More than 75 residents came to meet with our great Arcadia Police 
officials in the Chamber Conference Room sponsored by Foothill 
Credit Union. 

 Attendees had access to more than a dozen police officers from 
every phase of the department to discuss community issues, build 
relationships, and drink coffee. The Chamber cannot thank the 
police department enough for all they do to keep residents and 
businesses safe in our community. A special thanks to Police 
Chief Robert Guthrie and to Community Service Officer Michael 
Vercillo for coordinating this program that moves to a different 
location every few months. And thanks to Chamber members 
Corner Bakery and Sam’s Club for donating the coffee and delicious 
blueberry muffins. 

 For additional information and to view additional photos from the 
event please visit www.arcadiacachamber.org. 


Monrovia Police Blotter

STATION SQUARE CONSTRUCTION 
STARTS NEXT WEEK

Station Square off-site construction consists of parkway improvements 
and roadway reconstruction on Duarte Rd., Magnolia Ave., Pomona Ave., 
Primrose Ave., Evergreen Ave., Myrtle Ave. and California Ave. .

 Traffic on all these streets will be reduced to one lane in each direction 
or closed to through traffic during the construction of the project.

 When full street closures or changes on the original lane closures are 
required by the construction activity, a notice will be provided to residents 
and businesses at least 48 hours in advance.

 WHEN: October 22, 2014 to May 2015

 TRAFFIC ADVISORIES: Duarte Rd., Myrtle Ave. and California Ave. 
will remain open to through traffic with one lane in each direction. 

 Pomona Ave., Primrose Ave., Magnolia Ave. and Evergreen Ave. may 
be closed to through traffic as work progresses.

 Emergency and local access will be allowed at all times. Motorists are 
advised to expect delays and use alternate routes when possible.

Construction notices will be posted on the City of Monrovia website at 
www.cityofmonrovia.org/stationsquare

 CONSTRUCTION HOTLINE: 1-800-983-5416

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 
376 service events, resulting in 72 investigations. To see a complete 
listing of crimes reported, go to http://www.crimemapping.com/
map/ca/monrovia for crime mapping. For Police Department news 
and information, visit our website and follow us on Twitter.

Warrant / Receiving Stolen Property / Petty Theft / Theft of Mail 
– Suspect Arrested

On October 14 at 5:19 p.m., an officer on patrol in the area of Madison 
and Foothill observed a male subject on a bicycle acting suspicious. 
The officer watched as the subject was looking into parked vehicles 
and then looking around to see if he was being watched. The 
subject was contacted and found to have an outstanding warrant 
for his arrest. A search of the subject’s backpack revealed bank 
checks and identification with someone else’s name on them. The 
checks and identification were found to be stolen. The suspect was 
arrested and taken into custody.

Theft From an Unlocked Vehicle

On October 14 at 5:48 p.m., a male subject called police to report 
his wallet was stolen from his unlocked car in the 600 block of 
West Foothill. The investigation is continuing.

LOCAL AUTHOR TO SPEAK 
VETERAN’S DAY WEEKEND

Local author Susan S. Rosvall will speak about her new 
book Silence Is Broken in a way that both entertains 
and informs the audience on Saturday, November 8, 
2014 at 3:00 p.m. at the Arcadia Public Library. Her 
book is an historical novel based on her brother’s one-
year deployment to Vietnam in 1966. At the end of the 
slideshow and talk, the author will be available for book 
purchases and book signing.

 “Thematically, Silence Is Broken goes beyond the 
plot-driven story of a soldier. It’s about self-reliance and 
personal courage. It’s about metamorphic qualities of war 
and the healing power of empathy. At the broadest and most universal level, it’s 
about informed citizenship and the just use of deadly force.” Excerpt from the 
website http://www.silenceisbrokenthenovel.com/book.php

 It is more than just a story about one soldier’s experience in Vietnam, but of 
the Civil Rights Movement and how its influence played out during this time. 
With the upcoming fiftieth anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the Civil Rights 
Movement, this should be a thought-provoking and informative talk that you 
won’t want to miss.

 Since 1998, Susan S. Rosvall has taught English Composition at California 
State University, Los Angeles. Over the past several years she developed a theme-
based course on just war theory with an emphasis on jus ad bellum, the just 
causes or motives for war. Recently, she has traveled to Vietnam and the

 American South, where she has researched the Vietnam Conflict and the 
American Civil Rights Movement, respectively.

 Ms. Rosvall received a B.A. in English from the University of California at Los 
Angeles, an M.S. in Education from the University of Southern California, and 
an M.A. in TESOL (linguistics) from California State University, Los Angeles. 
Rosvall, mother of three grown children, is married and currently resides in San 
Marino, California with her husband. This is her first novel.

 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, 10:00a.m. until 6:00 p.m. . For more information, visit the Arcadia 
Public Library website at http://library.ci.arcadia.ca.us or call 626.821.5569. You 
can also follow the Library on Twitter and Facebook.


DUARTE UNIFIED ANNOUNCES 
BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY

 Due to the resignation of Pam Kawasaki, Board President, the 
Duarte Unified School District will have a vacancy on its school 
board effective October 24, 2014. At the next regular meeting of the 
Board of Education, scheduled for October 23, 2014, the process to fill 
the vacancy will be decided.

 Pending the decision made at the October 23, 2014 meeting of the 
Board of Education, either the process for a provisional appointment 
or a special election will begin on October 24, 2014.

 If you have an interest in serving on the Duarte Unified School 
District Board of Education and would like to be placed on a list 
to receive further information, please send your full name and 
contact information to mruiz@duarteusd.org. For forthcoming 
announcements you are invited to visit the district website, 
www.duarteusd.org.

CITY OF ARCADIA AND BREEDERS’ 
CUP - HALLOWEEN FRIGHT DAY!

Join us in the Santa Anita Park Infield, 285 W. Huntington Drive, 
Arcadia on Breeders’ Cup Friday, October 31, 2014 for a Halloween 
Fright Day from 12-5pm! All ages welcome! Best of all, admission to 
the event is FREE for Arcadia residents (with valid resident ID) and 
children! Admission for non-resident adults is $5. The City of Arcadia 
Recreation and Community Services Department and Breeders’ Cup 
are excited to announce this special Halloween event. Just show up at 
the Infield Entrance – Gate 6 on Colorado Place, parking is $10. 

 On Fright Day enjoy trick or treating with local businesses, 
carnival rides, carnival games, pumpkin painting, pony rides, 
music with themed performances, Haunted Maze, bounce houses 
and more! Wear your best costume for a chance to win Breeders’ 
Cup’s Best Dressed! Full- face masks for adults 14 and older are not 
permitted. For more information please call 626.574.5113 or visit: 
www.breederscup.com/Halloween or www.ci.arcadia.ca.us.