SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2022 VOLUME 16 NO. 32VOLUME 16 NO. 32 
InSIDE THIS WEEK 
CONVERSATIONS 
The Meadows at 
Bailey Canyon 
Letters To The Editor 
Page 3 
Sierra Madre News 
Pages 1,4,5 
Conversations 
...................Page 3 
Pasadena/AltadenaPage 6 
So. Pas./San Marino 
Arcadia/Monrovia/
Duarte News 
Page 7 
Education & Youth 
Page 10 
Best Friends 
Page 10 
The Good Life 
Page 12 
OPINION 
Page 13 
Legal Notices 
Page 14 
BACK TO SCHOOL 
............l...........Page15 
HAPPY TAILS 
Chris Leclerc.....Pg. 11 
Christopher NyergesPage 11 
MONROVIA $799,000 
DUPLEX 1 bed 1 bath Each 
Charming Duplex located close to 
Old Town Monrovia. 
ALHAMBRA $1,200,000 
3 bed 2 bath 2,032 sf 
Exquisite Mid-Century Modern in 
Historic Alhambra Hills 
SIERRA MADRE $1,100,000 
3 bed 1.5 bath 1,282 sf 
Traditional Home with Remodeled 
Kitchen and Mountain Views 
webbmartingroup.com 
real estate 
x beds | x baths | x,xxx sqft. 
Jan Greteman 626.975.4033 
lic #01943630 
Judy Webb-Martin 626.688.2273 
lic #00541631 
Katie Orth 626.688.0418 
lic #00942500 
We continue to be so appreciative of all our clients 
whom we have been able to support. Despite 
everything, we are NEVER too busy to support you. 
Feel free to reach out to any of us with questions 
about the market and/or if you are interested in 
moving forward with selling or buying a home. 
Sold for $1,900,000 | Sold In Less Than 3 Weeks 
Multiple Offers Over Asking 
Listed at $2,248,000 
Contemporary Craftsman | 471Auburn.com 
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,144 sqft | 10,103 sqft Lot 
4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,679 sqft | 11,179 sqft Lot 
JUST SOLD 
NEW PRICE 
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES 
CONDOMINIUMS 
AREA MARKET REPORT 
APRIL-JUNE 2022 
SIERRA MADRE 
The data indicates now is the time to sell….reach out to 
any of us to assist you in that process. If your home is 
priced right, we have consistently been able to get well 
over asking for our very happy sellers. 
$1,676,547 $1,832,942 $764 
$1,194,954 $1,271,259 $724 
April-June 2022 4 3 2,499 10,896 
April-June 2021 3 2 1,832 9,532 
$942,500 $989,500 $574 
LIST PRICE SOLD PRICE PRICE SF 
LIST PRICE SOLD PRICE PRICE SF 
April-June 2022 3 3 1,736 
SFR AVERAGES BR BA SF LOT 
SFR AVERAGES BR BA SF 
PUBLIC SAFETY 
Local Cities 
Police Blotters 
Safety Tips and MorePage 8 
LOCAL BUSINESS SHUT DOWN 
AFTER UNDERCOVER VICE 
OPERATION 
Sierra Madre, CA. – On August 3, 2022, at about 12:30 pm,
Detectives with the Sierra Madre Police Department conducted 
an investigation of a business at 18 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., in 
response to several complaints of suspected illegal conduct. 
The business, operating in Sierra Madre as Sisters Spa, de-
scribes its services, "Specialties: Sisters Spa offers an array of 
uniquely rewarding and deeply personalized experiences in an 
amazing spa and wellness setting, which infuses life with a greater 
sense of vitality. You'll always go home enlightened, empowered 
and ready to live your life more playfully and healthfully. Here 
you will experience unparalleled service, unrivaled presence and 
attention to detail. We purposely decorated our spa to bring you 
the highest level of service and relaxing atmosphere." 
After receiving complaints from the public regarding suspi-
cious activities, SMPD opened an investigation and, along with 
the Pasadena PD Vice-Unit and San Gabriel PD Detectives’ 
Bureau managed an operation involving undercover officers. 
During the operation, officers identified several violations of 
the City’s Municipal Code and State Law. 
A “Stop Work” Order was placed at the entrance of the busi-
ness, prohibiting the Sisters Spa from re-opening until the po-
lice investigation and any legal matters are concluded. SMPD is 
expected to file charges with the LA County District Attorney's 
office. 
If you have any information that may assist with this investiga-
tion, contact SMPD Detective Sergeant Charles KamchamnanCKamchamnan@cityofsierramadre.com (626) 355-1414 
SIERRA MADRE NATIONAL NIGHT OUT -FUN FOR ALL! 
The Planning Commission met on 
Thursday to sink their teeth into “The 
Meadows” project again as five action 
items sat before them for approval on 
a tedious and grueling process met by 
much push-back from the community. 
The Commission did have a quorum, 
despite missing Chair William Pevsner 
and Commissioner Peggy Dallas. Vice 
Chair Thomas Denison led the meet-
ing, which galloped a bit over the three-
hour mark. 
The following action items were on the 
table for approval.
1. Approval of a General PlanLand Use Map Amendment2. Approval of a ZoningMap Amendment3. Approval of a Specific 
Plan 
4. Approval of a Lot LineAdjustment5. Approval of a DevelopmentAgreement for “The Mead-
ows” at Bailey Canyon Specific Plan 
Project. 
In addition, staff recommended that an 
Environmental Impact Report and ap-
proval of a Mitigating Monitoring and 
Reporting Program at the Bailey Can-
yon Project be certified. 
This public hearing was continued sev-
eral times from April 7, May 5, June 2, 
and July 7 this year. The project is bro-
ken down into two phases of proceed-
ings. Part I is the public hearings, and 
Part 2 is the consideration of a Tenta-
tive Tract Map and the Design Review 
Permit. The Part 2 items are limited to a 
five-hearing rule. 
At the July 7 meeting, several revisions 
were requested by the Planning Com-
mission to the Specific Plan, includingfloor area calculations, development 
agreement, design guidelines, and park 
design. 
Revisions 
There was a healthy crowd at this meet-
ing, though not as full as other meet-
ings on this subject. The public hearing 
started with a presentation by Jonathan 
Frankel of New Urban West, Inc. and 
a few project architects to address the 
requested revisions. Those highlights 
included: 
• An increase in drainage andwater storage capacity to exceed therequired retention volume• Add clarification to minor 
modifications 
• Eliminate parking within theproposed park design• Provide two options for the 
off-site improvements to Carter Ave.,
and 
• Establish a new third legal lotto be preserved as open space. 
Drainage & Water QualityThe retention storage gallery will pro-
vide ~129,100 cubic feet (cf.) of storage 
with an underground storage capacity 
of ~97,600 cf. A one-foot deep above-
ground storage area will give an addi-
tional ~31,490 cf. in the park’s retention 
system. The storage gallery’s capacityis enough to retain and treat all onsite 
stormwater in a 50-year storm event. 
Park Modifications & Public Design 
Process 
• Establishes a public design pro-
cess for the future park• Eliminates trees within the 
park buffer to preserve views• Removes parking in the parkwith the exception of two accessibleparking and loading areas, and• The maintenance district will 
maintain slope areas until build-out. 
Off-Site Carter ImprovementsOption 1: Straight sidewalk on the 
north side of Carter Ave. extendingfrom Oak Crest Drive to the Plan area. 
Option 2: Curved Sidewalk on the 
north side of Carter Ave. that meanders 
through a portion of Bailey Canyon 
Wilderness Park. 
Retreat Center Open Space Conservation• Three Parcels to be preserved 
as open space• A legal lot for Restricted UseArea (no habitable structures)
• Restricted Use Area to be re-
zoned as open space. 
Developers also highlighted that the 
average floor area of the 68 homes 
surrounding Mater Dolorosa is 2,293 
square feet, and the average Meadows 
floor area will be 2,854 square feet. 
The Planning Commission asked for 
additional revisions, including clari-
fications on the height of roofs and 
retaining walls, keeping bathrooms in 
the park, and more information about 
renovations for Carter Ave. The discus-
sion is tabled until 08/18/22. 
On Tuesday evening, residents, city staff, community organiza-
tions and businesses gathered in Memorial Park in support of 
the National Night Out public safety awareness campaign. The 
evening was complete with displays from SMPD and SMFD, a 
raffle for a free police helicopter ride, free food, free ice-cream 
and much more. The event was sponsored by the SM Police and 
Fire Departmentss. Photos by Dirk Bolle 
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEWS AND 
REQUESTS MORE REVISIONS TO “THE 
MEADOWS” By Kevin McGuire 
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2022 VOLUME 16 NO. 32VOLUME 16 NO. 32 
InSIDE THIS WEEK 
CONVERSATIONS 
The Meadows at 
Bailey Canyon 
Letters To The Editor 
Page 3 
Sierra Madre News 
Pages 1,4,5 
Conversations 
...................Page 3 
Pasadena/AltadenaPage 6 
So. Pas./San Marino 
Arcadia/Monrovia/
Duarte News 
Page 7 
Education & Youth 
Page 10 
Best Friends 
Page 10 
The Good Life 
Page 12 
OPINION 
Page 13 
Legal Notices 
Page 14 
BACK TO SCHOOL 
............l...........Page15 
HAPPY TAILS 
Chris Leclerc.....Pg. 11 
Christopher NyergesPage 11 
MONROVIA $799,000 
DUPLEX 1 bed 1 bath Each 
Charming Duplex located close to 
Old Town Monrovia. 
ALHAMBRA $1,200,000 
3 bed 2 bath 2,032 sf 
Exquisite Mid-Century Modern in 
Historic Alhambra Hills 
SIERRA MADRE $1,100,000 
3 bed 1.5 bath 1,282 sf 
Traditional Home with Remodeled 
Kitchen and Mountain Views 
webbmartingroup.com 
real estate 
x beds | x baths | x,xxx sqft. 
Jan Greteman 626.975.4033 
lic #01943630 
Judy Webb-Martin 626.688.2273 
lic #00541631 
Katie Orth 626.688.0418 
lic #00942500 
We continue to be so appreciative of all our clients 
whom we have been able to support. Despite 
everything, we are NEVER too busy to support you. 
Feel free to reach out to any of us with questions 
about the market and/or if you are interested in 
moving forward with selling or buying a home. 
Sold for $1,900,000 | Sold In Less Than 3 Weeks 
Multiple Offers Over Asking 
Listed at $2,248,000 
Contemporary Craftsman | 471Auburn.com 
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,144 sqft | 10,103 sqft Lot 
4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,679 sqft | 11,179 sqft Lot 
JUST SOLD 
NEW PRICE 
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES 
CONDOMINIUMS 
AREA MARKET REPORT 
APRIL-JUNE 2022 
SIERRA MADRE 
The data indicates now is the time to sell….reach out to 
any of us to assist you in that process. If your home is 
priced right, we have consistently been able to get well 
over asking for our very happy sellers. 
$1,676,547 $1,832,942 $764 
$1,194,954 $1,271,259 $724 
April-June 2022 4 3 2,499 10,896 
April-June 2021 3 2 1,832 9,532 
$942,500 $989,500 $574 
LIST PRICE SOLD PRICE PRICE SF 
LIST PRICE SOLD PRICE PRICE SF 
April-June 2022 3 3 1,736 
SFR AVERAGES BR BA SF LOT 
SFR AVERAGES BR BA SF 
PUBLIC SAFETY 
Local Cities 
Police Blotters 
Safety Tips and MorePage 8 
LOCAL BUSINESS SHUT DOWN 
AFTER UNDERCOVER VICE 
OPERATION 
Sierra Madre, CA. – On August 3, 2022, at about 12:30 pm,
Detectives with the Sierra Madre Police Department conducted 
an investigation of a business at 18 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., in 
response to several complaints of suspected illegal conduct. 
The business, operating in Sierra Madre as Sisters Spa, de-
scribes its services, "Specialties: Sisters Spa offers an array of 
uniquely rewarding and deeply personalized experiences in an 
amazing spa and wellness setting, which infuses life with a greater 
sense of vitality. You'll always go home enlightened, empowered 
and ready to live your life more playfully and healthfully. Here 
you will experience unparalleled service, unrivaled presence and 
attention to detail. We purposely decorated our spa to bring you 
the highest level of service and relaxing atmosphere." 
After receiving complaints from the public regarding suspi-
cious activities, SMPD opened an investigation and, along with 
the Pasadena PD Vice-Unit and San Gabriel PD Detectives’ 
Bureau managed an operation involving undercover officers. 
During the operation, officers identified several violations of 
the City’s Municipal Code and State Law. 
A “Stop Work” Order was placed at the entrance of the busi-
ness, prohibiting the Sisters Spa from re-opening until the po-
lice investigation and any legal matters are concluded. SMPD is 
expected to file charges with the LA County District Attorney's 
office. 
If you have any information that may assist with this investiga-
tion, contact SMPD Detective Sergeant Charles KamchamnanCKamchamnan@cityofsierramadre.com (626) 355-1414 
SIERRA MADRE NATIONAL NIGHT OUT -FUN FOR ALL! 
The Planning Commission met on 
Thursday to sink their teeth into “The 
Meadows” project again as five action 
items sat before them for approval on 
a tedious and grueling process met by 
much push-back from the community. 
The Commission did have a quorum, 
despite missing Chair William Pevsner 
and Commissioner Peggy Dallas. Vice 
Chair Thomas Denison led the meet-
ing, which galloped a bit over the three-
hour mark. 
The following action items were on the 
table for approval.
1. Approval of a General PlanLand Use Map Amendment2. Approval of a ZoningMap Amendment3. Approval of a Specific 
Plan 
4. Approval of a Lot LineAdjustment5. Approval of a DevelopmentAgreement for “The Mead-
ows” at Bailey Canyon Specific Plan 
Project. 
In addition, staff recommended that an 
Environmental Impact Report and ap-
proval of a Mitigating Monitoring and 
Reporting Program at the Bailey Can-
yon Project be certified. 
This public hearing was continued sev-
eral times from April 7, May 5, June 2, 
and July 7 this year. The project is bro-
ken down into two phases of proceed-
ings. Part I is the public hearings, and 
Part 2 is the consideration of a Tenta-
tive Tract Map and the Design Review 
Permit. The Part 2 items are limited to a 
five-hearing rule. 
At the July 7 meeting, several revisions 
were requested by the Planning Com-
mission to the Specific Plan, includingfloor area calculations, development 
agreement, design guidelines, and park 
design. 
Revisions 
There was a healthy crowd at this meet-
ing, though not as full as other meet-
ings on this subject. The public hearing 
started with a presentation by Jonathan 
Frankel of New Urban West, Inc. and 
a few project architects to address the 
requested revisions. Those highlights 
included: 
• An increase in drainage andwater storage capacity to exceed therequired retention volume• Add clarification to minor 
modifications 
• Eliminate parking within theproposed park design• Provide two options for the 
off-site improvements to Carter Ave.,
and 
• Establish a new third legal lotto be preserved as open space. 
Drainage & Water QualityThe retention storage gallery will pro-
vide ~129,100 cubic feet (cf.) of storage 
with an underground storage capacity 
of ~97,600 cf. A one-foot deep above-
ground storage area will give an addi-
tional ~31,490 cf. in the park’s retention 
system. The storage gallery’s capacityis enough to retain and treat all onsite 
stormwater in a 50-year storm event. 
Park Modifications & Public Design 
Process 
• Establishes a public design pro-
cess for the future park• Eliminates trees within the 
park buffer to preserve views• Removes parking in the parkwith the exception of two accessibleparking and loading areas, and• The maintenance district will 
maintain slope areas until build-out. 
Off-Site Carter ImprovementsOption 1: Straight sidewalk on the 
north side of Carter Ave. extendingfrom Oak Crest Drive to the Plan area. 
Option 2: Curved Sidewalk on the 
north side of Carter Ave. that meanders 
through a portion of Bailey Canyon 
Wilderness Park. 
Retreat Center Open Space Conservation• Three Parcels to be preserved 
as open space• A legal lot for Restricted UseArea (no habitable structures)
• Restricted Use Area to be re-
zoned as open space. 
Developers also highlighted that the 
average floor area of the 68 homes 
surrounding Mater Dolorosa is 2,293 
square feet, and the average Meadows 
floor area will be 2,854 square feet. 
The Planning Commission asked for 
additional revisions, including clari-
fications on the height of roofs and 
retaining walls, keeping bathrooms in 
the park, and more information about 
renovations for Carter Ave. The discus-
sion is tabled until 08/18/22. 
On Tuesday evening, residents, city staff, community organiza-
tions and businesses gathered in Memorial Park in support of 
the National Night Out public safety awareness campaign. The 
evening was complete with displays from SMPD and SMFD, a 
raffle for a free police helicopter ride, free food, free ice-cream 
and much more. The event was sponsored by the SM Police and 
Fire Departmentss. Photos by Dirk Bolle 
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEWS AND 
REQUESTS MORE REVISIONS TO “THE 
MEADOWS” By Kevin McGuire