Mountain Views News          Saturday, May 28, 2016

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 Mountain Views News Saturday, May 28, 2016 


Memorial 
Day Closures, 
Reminders

Head Librarian Jan Sanders 
Announces Retirement

Chief Gives 
Update on 
Police Use 
of Body 
Cameras


By Dean Lee

 Jan Sanders, Director of 
Libraries and Information 
Services, will retire this 
summer according to Pasadena 
library staff. Sanders made the 
announcement at the Pasadena 
Library Commission meeting 
May 18.

 “If you have a chance to stop by 
Central Library and just let her 
know how much we appreciate 
the services she has provided or 
overseen…,” Pasadena Public 
Library Commissioner Sharon 
Calkin said at a public meeting 
Wednesday night. “I know that 
she would appreciate that.”

 Calkin said they have received 
many requests, by local civic 
groups and dignitaries, wishing 
to honor Sanders over the next 
few months. 

 Sanders became well known 
to many through the city and 
library’s popular One City, 
One Story program. In March, 
Sanders sat down for a public 
interview with author Christina 
Baker Kline after her book, 
“Orphan Train,” was chosen as 
this year’s selection. 

Sanders has been director, 
overseeing all of the services 
at Pasadena public libraries, 
since 2005. The city’s 10 
libraries provide a wide variety 
of services, programs, and 
collections according to staff. 
In addition to circulating a wide 
range of books in a variety of 
formats, the Library sponsors 
an array of programs for adults 
and children, service to the 
homebound, preschool story 
hours and the Summer Reading 
Program. 

 For more information about 
the libraries visit: ci.pasadena.
ca.us/library.

 Pasadena residents and 
businesses are reminded 
that City Hall and many city 
services and administrative 
business offices will be closed 
on Monday in observance of 
Memorial Day. 

 The City Council will not 
meet on Monday. The next 
regularly scheduled Council 
meeting is at 6:30 p.m., June 6.

 Pasadena Transit bus 
service and Dial-A-Ride 
transportation will not operate 
on Memorial Day, but will 
resume regular service May 31. 
All parking meters not posted 
as a “No Parking” zone will 
be free on May 30 and time 
limits will not be enforced. 
Violations for overnight 
parking, red curb parking, No 
Parking zones and blocking 
fire hydrants will be enforced.

 The City’s Municipal Services 
Payment Center at City Hall 
will be closed, as will the 
Parking Office, for citation 
payments, at 221 E. Walnut St. 

 The Pasadena Public 
Health Department’s 
Travel and Immunization 
Clinic will be closed. Go 
to www.cityofpasadena.
net/PublicHealth for more 
information.

 The Citizen Service Center, 
(626) 744-7311, www.
cityofpasadena.net/Citizen-
Service-Center, will be open 
from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

All branches of the Pasadena 
Library will be closed May 30, 
with normal hours resuming 
May 31

 Pasadena residents and 
businesses with any power 
emergencies should call the 
Pasadena Water and Power 
(PWP) Department at (626) 
744-4673 and for water-related 
emergencies call (626) 744-
4138.

 For any life-threatening 
emergencies, always remember 
to call 9-1-1. “If You See 
Something, Say Something” 
by calling police at (626) 744-
4241 to help keep us all safe.

By Dean Lee

 Although the city’s police 
department has already been 
testing the use of body worn 
cameras, Pasadena Police Chief 
Phillip Sanchez updated the 
public during a community 
meeting Wednesday night on 
some of the issues that needed 
to be addressed before they can 
become standard use. Sanchez 
also noted crime statistics 
during the meeting held by 
Councilmember John Kennedy.

 “Some of you may have heard 
about some beta testing that we 
we’re doing on our own with 
respect to body worn cameras,” 
he said. “The real truth is that 
Pasadena police officers were 
using their own body worn 
cameras in advance of the city 
starting its earnest effort to 
locate [a vender for] body worn 
cameras.”

 Sanchez said they were working 
with the city’s technology 
department on a project 
schedule.

 “We developed what is called a 
Gantt chart,” he said. “The Gantt 
chart is really an implementation 
program about how the cameras 
will be implemented, what kind 
of storage we will need and all of 
the kind of intricate technology.”

 Sanchez said he could 
not comment on what the 
department’s policies for the 
cameras will be. “In part, 
because we are in discussions 
with the labor union that 
protects the officers, he said.”

 At issue, he said, is that the 
unions believe the cameras are 
a change in work environment. 

 Sanchez also did not say if 
there would be public meeting 
about the policies although did 
say the cameras would record 
both video and audio from the 
officers. 

 He said the issue will go before 
the city council June 6. He said, 
after that, they would receive 
bids on a cost for the cameras 
and storage of the devices. 

 On crime, Sanchez said the 
city saw a 15 percent decrease 
overall from last year, “general 
speaking we are safer today 
than a year ago.” He did say 
that certain crimes, including 
shooting, have gone up.

Free Copies 
of Pasadena 
Survival Guide

The Pasadena Pops Extends 
Michael Feinstein Contract

City Joins Nationwide Gun 
Violence Awareness Day

 
Free copies of the City’s 
Survival Guide Handbook 
will be available during 
a special celebration by 
Pasadena’s Commission on 
the Status of Women for the 
release of its 14th edition 
of the popular handbook. 
The program will be held 
at Pasadena City Hall, 100 
N. Garfield Ave., from 5-7 
p.m., Thursday, June 9, in 
the courtyard and rotunda 
areas. The event is free and 
open to the public.

 Pasadena’s Commission 
on the Status of Women, 
working with the City’s 
Human Services and 
Recreation Department, 
www.cityofpasadena.
net/HumanServices, is 
responsible for publishing 
the guide every two years. 
The 2016-2018 edition is the 
14th bi-annual version. The 
handbook is an important 
resource guide and directory 
of information for use by 
individuals, families and 
organizations.

 The guide highlights 
organizations and services 
that are readily available 
to provide assistance to 
Pasadena residents and 
others in the surrounding 
areas. Topics include 
healthcare, childcare, 
employment opportunities, 
government programs, 
housing, substance abuse 
programs and transportation 
options. The guide will be 
posted on the City’s website 
later in June following the 
release of printed copies.

 This year also marks the 
Commission’s 36th year 
of service to Pasadena 
supporting the awareness 
of services that promote 
women and opportunities 
for women.

 City officials say don’t be 
surprised if you see many City 
officials and employees proudly 
“Wear Orange” on Thursday, in 
support of the City Council’s 
recent proclamation to promote 
and support Gun Violence 
Awareness Day.

 A city council proclamation 
read by Mayor Terry Tornek at 
the May 16, Council meeting, 
in part, states, “Gun violence 
touches every segment of our 
society and impacts people 
of all ages; it increases the 
probability of death in incidents 
of domestic violence; raises the 
likelihood of fatalities by those 
who intend to injure others, 
and among those who attempt 
suicide; it places children and 
young people at increased risk 
of physical harm and injury; 
and disproportionately affects 
communities of color; Gun 
Violence Awareness Day was 
created to honor the many lives 
that have been cut short by gun 
violence in our country and to 
support efforts to reduce gun-
related crimes in the United 
States… The City supports 
continued statewide efforts to 
strengthen gun safety laws and 
educate the community on safe 
gun storage.”

 More information about the 
#WearOrange social media 
campaign is online at http://
wearorange.org.

 

 Pasadena Symphony and POPS 
Board Chair Kay Kochenderfer 
Toomey and Chief Executive 
Officer Lora Unger announced 
Wednesday they extended 
Michael Feinstein contract 
through the 2019 season. His 
original contract as Principal 
Pops Conductor commenced in 
June 2013 for a one-year term 
and was immediately extended 
in July 2013 to run through the 
2016 season after his critically 
acclaimed conducting debut 
with the Pasadena POPS.

 “Under Michael Feinstein’s 
direction, the Pasadena POPS is 
now the preeminent symphonic 
voice of the Great American 
Songbook,” commented Chief 
Executive Officer Lora Unger. 
“The orchestra is performing 
to audiences who treasure this 
unique concert experience 
that can’t be found anywhere 
else – the music is universally 
popular to every generation. We 
are all so thrilled and proud to 
have such a wonderful artistic 
partner in Michael Feinstein.”

Feinstein said, “As I look to the 
future of the Pasadena POPS, 
I am so deeply proud and 
honored to build something 
truly important here and to see 
the enthusiastic response from 
this community. The joy our 
music brings to audiences of all 
ages makes me so excited for the 
future of symphony orchestras 
and the Great American 
Songbook.”

 The 2016 Sierra Auto Summer 
Concert Series is jam-packed 
with vibrant talent spanning the 
ages, from the red-hot season 
opener on June 18 with First 
Ladies of Song, paying tribute 
to the music of Judy Garland, 
Rosemary Clooney and Peggy 
Lee among others, to a night 
of sing-along favorites with 
the Music of Billy Joel on July 
9. Michael returns to sing the 
best of Ol’ Blue Eyes for the 
Sinatra Project Vol. 2 on July 
30, and gives you a backstage 
pass into the world of one of 
the greats with Cole Porter 
Night on August 20. In typical 
Feinstein fashion, he’s planned 
a spectacular season closer on 
September 10 with a salute to 
the movie magic of Warner 
Bros. Don’t miss the best 
outdoor dinner party in town 
with these five concerts sure to 
make your summer sizzle.

For more information, please 
visit pasadenasymphony-pops.
org and MichaelFeinstein.com.

Tournament Foundation 
Elects New Board Members

Pet of the 
Week

 The Tournament of Roses 
Foundation members announced 
Wednesday they elected Philip 
V. Orozco and Amy Wainscott 
to the Foundation Board. These 
new members replace outgoing 
board members Laura V. Farber 
and Karen Palmersheim who 
provided a combined five years 
of outstanding service and 
leadership.

 The Foundation Board also 
elected officers: Maxine Harris, 
vice president; Norma Garcia 
Kachigian, treasurer; and 
Jerri Price-Gaines, secretary. 
Members continuing to serve 
on the Foundation Board are 
Katherine Martinez Kleine, 
president, Shannon Boalt, 
Nancy Neal Davis, Mitchell 
Ing, Rick Jackson, Charlie 
Martinson, Robert B. Miller 
and Libby Evans Wright.

 The Tournament of Roses is 
a volunteer organization that 
annually hosts America’s New 
Year Celebration with the Rose 
Parade presented by Honda, 
the Rose Bowl Game presented 
by Northwestern Mutual and a 
variety of accompanying events. 
The Association’s 935 volunteer 
members will drive the success 
of 128th Rose Parade themed 
“Echoes of Success,” on Monday, 
January 2, 2017, followed by 
the 103rd Rose Bowl Game. 
For more information visit 
tournamentofroses.com.

 
Austin (A397685) is 
an energetic, 2-year-old, 
neutered collie mix. This 
smart boy loves all toys, 
but especially loves to play 
Frisbee. He will catch it, 
bring it back, and either 
"drop it" or "give." Austin 
has a solid “sit” and “down” 
and is eager to learn more 
commands. He enjoys 
the company of some 
other dogs and bonded 
quite closely with Lucky 
(A394864), a 10-year-old 
wire fox terrier mix, while 
out with our mobile unit. 
Austin is looking for an 
active new home, could it 
be yours?

 The adoption fee for 
dogs is $125, which 
includes the spay or neuter 
surgery, microchip, and 
vaccinations.

 New adopters will receive a 
complimentary health-and-
wellness exam from VCA 
Animal Hospitals, as well 
as a goody bag filled with 
information about how to 
care for your pet.

 Call the Pasadena Humane 
Society & SPCA at (626) 
792-7151 to ask about 
A397685, or visit at 361 S. 
Raymond Ave. in Pasadena. 
Adoption hours are 11 a.m. 
to 4 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. 
to 5 p.m. Tuesday through 
Friday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Saturday.

 Pets may not be available 
for adoption and cannot be 
held for potential adopters 
by phone calls or email. 
Directions and photos of 
all pets can be found at 
pasadenahumane.org.

Free June Events at the 
Pasadena Senior Center

Crime Blotter for Altadena

Sunday, May 15th

12:30 PM – A petty theft 
occurred in the 2800 block of 
Lincoln Avenue. Stolen: tan 
Coach cross body bag, credit 
cards, phone charger, vehicle 
remote key and currency. 

Monday, May 16th

 4:13 PM – A vehicle was 
reported stolen from the 
2200 block of Casitas Avenue. 
Vehicle described as a blue 1971 
Chevrolet pick-up. 

8:00 PM – A vehicle burglary 
occurred in the 300 block of W. 
Woodbury Road. Suspect(s) 
entered the vehicle via unknown 
means. Stolen: unknown. 

Tuesday, May 17th

 9:48 AM – A package theft 
occurred in the 1800 block of 
E. Altadena Drive. Possible 
suspect described as a male 
Hispanic wearing a blue 
Dodgers hat in a silver vehicle. 
Stolen: package containing 
glucose monitor. 

11:14 AM – A residential 
burglary occurred in the 1300 
block of New York Drive. 
Suspect Ivan Cortes-Ortega, 
18 years old of Pasadena 
and a juvenile, 16 years old 
of Pasadena were taken into 
custody. The following day a 
third suspect, a juvenile, 17 years 
old was taken into custody. The 
suspects entered the residence 
by shattering a window. 
Stolen: jewelry, pillowcase 
and currency. All items were 
recovered the following day and 
returned to the owner. 

10:00 PM – Mauro Allen, 23 
years old of Altadena was 
arrested in the 800 block of 
Morada Place for domestic 
battery. 

Wednesday, May 18th

 11:00 AM – A telephone scam 
was reported from the 500 block 
of W. Terrace Street. The victim 
received a phone call from an 
unknown person who claimed 
that the victim’s grandson was 
in jail and needed money to 
be released. The victim was 
instructed to wire money via a 
Western Union account in the 
amount of $1,700.00. The victim 
wired the money and later 
discovered her grandson was 
safe and not jailed in Mexico. 

10:30 PM – Andrew Leal, 22 
years old was of Pasadena was 
arrested in the area of Altadena 
Drive and Fair Oaks Avenue for 
possession of narcotics. 

Thursday, May 19th

 1:30 AM – A vehicle burglary 
occurred in the 1600 block of 
Grand Oaks Avenue. Suspect(s) 
entered the vehicle by shattering 
the window. Stolen: unknown. 

4:36 PM – Carlos Hoyos, 19 
years old of Pasadena was 
arrested in the area of Hill Street 
and Washington Boulevard for 
being under the influence of a 
controlled substance. 

 Friday, May 19th

 5:37 PM – Carlton Carpenter, 
62 years old of Pasadena was 
arrested in the area of Hammond 
Street and Sunset Avenue for 
being under the influence of a 
controlled substance. 

Saturday, May 21st

 2:45 PM – A vehicle vandalism 
occurred in the area of 
Stonehurst Street and Canyada 
Avenue. Suspect has been 
identified as the victim’s ex-
boyfriend.

 There is something for 
everyone in June at the Pasadena 
Senior Center, 85 E. Holly St. 
You do not have to be a member 
to attend. Some events require 
advance reservations as noted.

 What Happens Next? 
Paintings by Joan Pounds – 
Wednesday, June 1, to Sunday, 
July 31. Paintings will be on 
view in the Fireplace Lounge. 
Pounds was a successful portrait 
photographer when she became 
disabled more than 20 years 
ago and her ability to walk, 
talk and perform fine motor 
skills became limited. She 
reinvented herself as an artist 
and her works are included in a 
new book titled What Happens 
Next? with children’s stories and 
illustrations.

 Hypertension: The Silent 
Killer – Thursday, June 2, at 
10 a.m. Learn the many ways to 
prevent or manage high blood 
pressure from Kathy Eastwood 
RN, a Huntington Hospital 
community outreach nurse.

 Friday Movie Matinees – 
Fridays, June 3: Joy (2015, PG-
13) starring Jennifer Lawrence 
and Robert De Niro. A young 
woman founds a business 
dynasty despite betrayal inside 
and outside her family. Based on 
a true story. 

 Cardmaking Workshop – 
Monday, June 6, from noon to 2 
p.m. Surprise a special someone 
with a personalized, handmade 
greeting card. Whether it’s a 
happy birthday, happy holidays, 
thank you, thinking of you or 
other sentiment, you’ll create 
a decorative card in your own 
unique style and have fun 
discovering your creativity 
while workshop leaders help 
you bring your ideas to life. All 
materials will be provided.

 Stay Connected with Social 
Media – Tuesdays and 
Thursdays, June 7 to 30, from 
9 to 11 a.m. Learn how to keep 
in touch with family and friends 
via email, Skype, Facebook 
and other forms of social 
media during a 30-minute, 
one-on-one meeting with an 
instructor. You’ll choose which 
applications you want to learn. 
Bring a laptop or use one of the 
onsite computers. If you have an 
email address, bring it and your 
password. Sign up with Edison 
at the Welcome Desk.

 Smart Phones, Tablets and 
Computers – Any Questions? 
– Tuesdays and Thursdays, 
June 7 to 30, from 10 to 11 
a.m. Get the answers you need 
about technology devices, 
whether you own them already 
or are considering a purchase. 
Learning how to text, check 
voicemail, set an alarm, navigate 
the Internet and download apps 
is easier than you may think.

 For more information visit 
www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org 
or call 626-795-4331.

 Founded in 1960, the Pasadena 
Senior Center is an independent, 
nonprofit agency that offers 
recreational, educational, 
wellness and social services to 
people ages 50 and older in a 
friendly environment. Services 
are also provided for frail, 
low-income and homebound 
seniors.

Boys & Girls 
Club to 
Hold Annual 
Meeting

 The public is invited to join 
the board of directors for a 
special evening at the Boys 
& Girls Club of Pasadena’s 
Annual Meeting. The 
Annual Meeting celebrates 
those who contributed 
to the Boys & Girls Club 
and make an incredible 
impact in the futures of 
our members in the past 
year. Join them for this 
celebration, Wednesday 
June 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
at the Annandale Golf Club 
1 North San Rafael Ave. 

 The Boys and Girls Club 
of Pasadena promotes the 
health, educational, social, 
vocational, and character 
development of boys and 
girls ages 6 to 18.

 RSVP to Brian Davis at 
rsvp@bgcpasadena.org or 
call (626) 449-9100 ext 205. 
Or visit bgcpasadena.org.

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