Mountain Views News          Saturday, February 20, 2016

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Mountain View News Saturday, February 20, 2016

 
Weather Wise

6-Day Forecast 

Sierra Madre, Ca.

 Sun: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s

 Mon: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s 

 Tues: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s

 Wed: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s

 Thur: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 50s

 Fri: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 50s

Forecasts courtesy of the National Weather Service

CITY OF SIERRA MADRE 

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Unless otherwise noted, all meetings listed below are held at City 
Hall 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, Ca. 

626-355-7135

NEXT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING:

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

6:30 pm


1630 AM EMERGENCY RADIO & 

Free on-air publicity for local events

 Sierra Madre’s EMERGENCY radio station is now accepting scripts 
for Public Service Announcements (PSAs) about community events. 
PSAs will be broadcast on the air at no charge. The station operates 
24/7 and can be heard at 1630 on the AM dial.

 Any local non-profit or non-commercial organization can have 
their event information broadcast to the public on Sierra Madre 
Community Information Radio. The station covers the city of Sierra 
Madre, plus surrounding areas of Pasadena, Arcadia, and Monrovia. 

Your event must:

• Benefit a non-commercial or non-profit entity
• Be open to the public
• Be of general interest to local citizens


Just 
write a Public Service Announcement that describes your event 
and e-mail it to radio@cityofsierramadre.com. 

WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL 
IN SIERRA MADRE

The City of Sierra Madre will be hosting a series of beautiful 
and inspiring short films on surfing, climbing, cycling, skiing, 
skateboarding, water, and other environmental and recreational 
topics in partnership with the Mono Lake Committee’s Wild & 
Scenic Film Festival L.A. 2016. The event is organized by the Natural 
Resources Commission and will be held on March 12, 2016 at the 
City Council Chambers in City Hall, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., 
Sierra Madre.

 There will be two viewing events; 2:00pm to 3:00pm will be targeted 
for kid’s topics and then from 7:00pm to 9:00pm the target will be 
more general audiences. Tickets will be limited and can be purchased 
in advance; $10.00 for general admission and $8.00 for student 
admission. The children’s show admission is $3.00 for all. 

 Food is not allowed in the City Council Chambers, however 
attendees are encouraged to visit the local restaurant and eateries 
along W. Sierra Madre Blvd., and N. Baldwin Ave. which are all 
walking distance from the event.

 More information and ticket sales can be accessed at www.
monolake.org/wildandscenic.

 For additional information, call the Department of Public Works 
at 626-355-7135.

SIERRA MADRE CITY MEETINGS

Regular City Council Meeting

Tuesday, February23, 2016 - 6:30 pm

The final agenda and staff reports will 
available online no later than Friday 
night. Enter the date “00/00/0000” for 
the complete agenda packet.

 Can’t make it to the meeting, but still want to share your 
thoughts? You can mail or drop off a written statement to 
City Hall or email city@cityofsierramadre.com before 5:30 
the night of the meeting and your statement will be delivered 
to all the Council Members.

Upcoming Public Meetings and Events

Monday, February 22, 2016, 6:30PM

Community Services Commission Meeting

Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 7:00PM

Mayor’s Annual State of the City Address

Tuesday, February 9, 2016, 6:30 pm

City Council Meeting

Planning & Community Preservation and Public Works 
Service Hours Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 2:00pm

Sierra Madre City Hall 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra 
Madre, CA 91024 (626) 355-7135 

citysealsmall
THE KENSINGTON’S COMING 

OUT PARTY

 
Courtesy of Arcadia Chamber of 
Commerce

 Ash Wednesday also happened 
to be a day to celebrate the first 
anniversary of The Kensington 
Sierra Madre senior and assisted 
living facility.

 In its first year the elegant center 
at 245 Sierra Madre Blvd has filled 
the multi-story residence to near-
capacity with 100 clients.

 Joyous residents and staff alike gathered together with members of three Chambers of Commerce — 
Arcadia, Pasadena and Sierra Madre — to cut the ribbon, with their first official resident taking control of 
the giant Arcadia Chamber scissors. Staff lined the staircase and, once the ribbon was cut, cheers erupted 
and the party continued.

While the Kensington might have the stylish appeal of an upscale hotel, the loving care provided by the 
staff was evident in all the happy faces.

 Guests enjoyed a wide array of food, including shrimp cocktail, beef carpaccio on cucumber slices and 
a cheese platter. A huge sheet cake with The Kensington’s signature K was the subject of many a photo, 
along with an ice sculpture in the bar area. A live band consisting of a piano, bass and tenor saxophone, 
had guests clapping and dancing.

 Director of Community Outreach, Steve Sciurba led the festivities and spoke highly of the support of 
the city of Sierra Madre, while Julie Lacey, Director of Nursing, praised her staff, who gave her a rock star 
ovation and presented her with a signed puzzle of a photo of The Kensington itself. Always at their feet, 
Lacey’s therapy dog called Forest made sure everyone was keeping on track and giving him enough tasty 
snacks.

 Many representatives of neighboring cities joined in the festivities. Arcadia Chamber CEO Scott Hettrick 
noted the impressive artwork and art studio, suggesting that they start their own Kensington Collection. 
He and Arcadia Chamber President-Elect Vicki Knight of Century Rooter Service & Plumbing presented 
Kensington officials with a 
certificate of recognition and 
a new member plaque. John 
Capoccia, Mayor of Sierra 
Madre, Pasadena Chamber 
President Paul Little, and Ed 
Chen, President of the Sierra 
Madre Chamber also made 
presentations.

 The Kensington boasts not 
only a beautiful location near 
downtown Sierra Madre, but 
it also has a spacious patio, 
movie room and an art studio 
overlooking the bustling 
downtown area. They also 
allow family and friends of 
the residents to come dine 
with their loved ones for free, 
a perk shared by few other 
senior living residences. The 
Kensington is designed to 
be home for seniors who 
are looking for independent 
living, assisted living and 
memory care services. The 
staff provides care beyond 
what a traditional assisted 
living community can deliver.


SIERRA MADRE COMMISSION AND BOARD VACANCIES 

 The City encourages its residents to apply for positions on City commissions and boards. This is 
a great opportunity for Sierra Madre residents to get involved in the community.

 There are six commissioners or board members that will complete their terms on June 30, 2015; 
leaving vacancies. Applications for these commissions or boards are available at City Hall or on 
the City’s website at www.cityofsierramadre.com. Completed applications should be submitted 
to the City Manager’s Office at City Hall.

 The following vacancies will be available on July 1, 2016:

• Community Services Commission – Two (2) Vacancies

• Community Services Commission – One (1) Youth Vacancy (Open to ages 13-17 only)

• Senior Community Commission – Two (2) Vacancies

• Library Board of Trustees – One (1) Vacancy