SIERRA MADRE EDITION

 SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2018 

VOLUME 12 NO. 29


SIERRA MADRE NEWS BRIEFS

EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING!



The National Weather Service predicts temperatures reaching 100 degress for this week and 
the City of Sierra Madre reminds residents how important it is to stay hydrated and avoid 
spending too much time outdoors to avoid heat exhaustion. Along with drinking plenty of water 
and sticking to indoor recreation, you might follow these guidelines to reduce your chances 
of heat-related illness that could send you to the emergency room.



·Use sunscreen to avoid burns

·Wear loose fitting clothing

·Know your prescription medications

·Drink plenty of water

·Avoid unnecessary sun exposure

·Never leave pets or children in closed vehicles



During normal business hours our City library, Senior Center and City Hall are all cool 
places to take a break from the heat. 



If you are experiencing a heat related emergency call 911. 

INCREASE IN MAIL AND PACKAGE THEFTS PROMPTS THIS 
MESSAGE FROM THE SMPD:

PROTECT YOUR MAIL AND PACKAGES:

The theft of mail from residential mailboxes is an increasing problem. Con artists 
use this as a means to obtain your identity information and to steal checks and other 
items of value. This problem can be reduced or minimized by following these tips:

·Please check and empty your mail box daily

·Do not leave newspapers or fliers on your porch or driveway

·If you will be away, have someone take care of these items for you

·Help your neighbors

IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING


CONSERVE WATER PLEASE!!

Efficient water use is a way of life in Sierra Madre, and it is 
important to remember that permanent water use restrictions 
remain in effect regardless of the drought status. In addition 
to efficient water use practices, the City has a number of resources 
available to help residents and businesses manage water 
consumption.



Need to Report Water Waste?

Do you notice water being wasted, such as irrigation water 
running down the street, broken or misdirected sprinklers watering 
pavement or watering in the middle of the day? You can 
anonymously report waste though the City’s websit


City of Sierra Madre

PUBLIC HEARING: CONCLUSION OF PROPOSITION 218 PROCESS 

FOR WATER AND SEWER RATE ADJUSTMENTS



Notice is hereby given that on July 31, 2018, at 6:30 PM, or soon thereafter, the Sierra Madre City Council will 
conduct a Public Hearing to hear testimony on the Conclusion of the Proposition 218 Process for Water and 
Sewer Rate Adjustments.

The City began Proposition 218 proceedings on June 12, 2018. The City Council has set July 31, 2018 at 9:30 
am as the day and time for the public tabulation of protests. The tabulation will be conducted at Sierra Madre 
City Hall Council Chambers, located at 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. The City Council 
has also set July 31, 2018 at 6:30 pm as the day and time for the Public Hearing as required by Proposition 218. 
The Public Hearing will be held in Sierra Madre City Hall Council Chambers, located at 232 W. Sierra Madre 
Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. 

Please contact Assistant City Clerk Laura Aguilar at (626) 355-7135 or at LAguilar@cityofsierramadre.com if 
you have any questions about this matter.


City of Sierra Madre

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

From: The City of Sierra Madre

Subject: HISTORIC CULTURAL LANDMARK DESIGNATION

Applicant: Ara Zenobians

Project Location: 500 Mariposa Avenue, in the City of Sierra Madre, 

 County of Los Angeles, State of California

The City of Sierra Madre gives notice, pursuant to State of California law, that the Planning Commission will 
conduct a public hearing to consider a request to designate the Becker Residence, located at 500 Mariposa 
Ave., as a Historic Cultural Landmark in the City’s Register of Historic Resources. The Becker Residence is 
a mid-20th Century concrete block Modernist home, representing one of the few Mid-Century Modern homes 
in Sierra Madre. Pursuant to Sierra Madre Municipal Code Section 17.82.050, a property may be designated a 
historic landmark if it meets prescribed historic or architectural criteria. 

DATE AND TIME OF HEARING PLACE OF HEARING

City of Sierra MadreCity of Sierra Madre

Planning CommissionCity Council Chambers

Thursday, August 2, 2018232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.

(Hearing begins at 7:00 p.m.)Sierra Madre, CA 

All interested persons may attend this meeting and the Planning Commission will hear them with respect 
thereto.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The request for designation qualifies for a Categorical Exemption, 
pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15331 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as it involves no 
expansion of an existing structure and pertains to preservation of a historic resource. 

APPEAL: The decision of the Planning Commission is subject to a 10-business-day appeal period to the City 
Council. If in the future anyone wishes to challenge the decision of the Planning Commission in court, one may 
be limited to raising the issues that were raised or presented in written correspondence delivered to the Planning 
Commission at, or before, the scheduled public hearing. For further information on this subject, please contact 
the Planning & Community Preservation at (626) 355-7138.


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