MOUNTAIN VIEWS NEWS TO HONOR 2026 GRADUATES 

The May 30th edition of this paper will be dedicated to the Class of 2026! In order to be included, please send your graduates picture, full name, age, school and a line or 2 about them. 

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L.A. COUNTY BEGINS 
LAVOTE.GOV. from 355 Burger Sierra Madre 
MOUNT WILSON TRAIL RACE & KIDS’ FUN RUN RETURN 
MAILING VOTE BY MAIL 
BALLOTS FOR THE 2026 
STATEWIDE DIRECT 
PRIMARY ELECTION 

LOS ANGELES —Los Angeles CountyRegistrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC)
Dean C. Logan announced the mailing of Vote 
by Mail (VBM) ballots to all registered voters 
for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct PrimaryElection. 

Voters can track their ballot every step of the 
way with the Where’s My Ballot? tool – a free 
subscription that sends automatic notifications 
by text, email, or voicemail on the status of the 
ballot. 

The RR/CC provides voters with multiple 
convenient options to return their ballot 
including: 

• Drop off at any one of 400+ Official 
Ballot Drop Box locations across Los Angeles 
County,
• Return by mail, no postage required.
Voters should return ballots early, at least 
sev-en (7) days before Election Day to ensure 
timely delivery,
• Drop off at a local Vote Center beginning 
May 23. 
This election has a long ballot with many 
contests and candidates. Voters should review 
their ballot and instructions carefully and remember 
to sign and date their Ballot Return 
Envelope before returning it. 

Voters can view online candidate statements 
from candidates appearing on the ballot for 
nonpartisan County and judicial offices. This 
is in addition to the statements printed in the 
Sample Ballot book. 

Eligible voters who have not registered and 
want to vote by mail must register to vote byMay 18, 2026, to be mailed a ballot. 

The RR/CC is proud to offer election materials 
in English and 18 additional languages. 
Voters can request these materials in their 
preferred language by returning the Language 
Request Form found at the back of the Sample 
Ballot Book or by contacting our office at 

(800) 815-2666, option 3. Spanish languageassistance is also available by calling (213)
358-2770. 
Additional language lines are available at 

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND – REGISTER NOW! 


Returning to Memo-8:30 a.m. Beer Garden opens 
rial Day weekend, the from RT Rogers Brewing CompanyMount Wilson Trail Race 10:15 a.m. - noon 
(MWTR) and Kids’ Fun Awards Ceremony Until 12 noon 
Run will be held on Satur-

Enjoy booths, sponsors, giveaways, breakfast

day, May 23rd, 2026, with 

burritos & beer garden

all events taking place in 
Kersting Court. The en-

Registration for the MWTR is still open and

tire community is invited 

can be done by going to the Mount Wilson Trail

to come to cheer on the 

Race website at https://www.mountwilsontrail


runners, visit the Kersting 

race.com and using the MWTR 2026 registra-

Court Booth Expo, and celebrate being together 

tion link. MWTR registration costs are $80 for

after a two year hiatus due to the Eaton Fire. 

adults and $45 for youth ages 14 – 17. All regis-
Packet pickup begins at 6:00 a.m. that day, with tered runners receive a goodie bag and specially 
the MWTR starting at 7:30 a.m. and the Kids’ designed race participant T-shirt. MWTR regis-
Fun Run starting at 7:45 a.m. In addition, the tration is limited to 350 people and is expected 
day’s events include the Kersting Court Booth to sell out. There is no race day registration. 
Expo, featuring popular community groups, or-

Registration for the Kids’ Fun Run (ages 3 – 13) is

ganizations, and services, as well as specially de-

FREE. However, parents must register their chil


signed Mount Wilson Trail Race merchandise/ 

dren ahead online by going to the Mount Wilson

swag, delicious 355 Burger breakfast burritos, 

Trail Race website at https://www.mountwilson


massage, Photo Booth, pet adoption oppor


trailrace.com and using the MWTR 2026 regis


tunity, giveaways, and the popular RT Rogers 

tration link. All registered children participating

Beer Garden. There is something for everyone, 

receive a T-shirt and finisher’s ribbon. Parents

adults, children, and the whole family. 

may accompany their younger children duringThe MWTR course length will be the full 8.6 the Kids’ Fun Run. 
miles, starting up from Baldwin Ave., right on 

For questions regarding Mount Wilson Trail

Mira Monte Ave., up the Mount Wilson Trail 

Race 2026, please check the Mount Wilson Trail

to Orchard Camp and back. The total elevation 

Race website at https://www.mountwilsontrail


gain is over 2,160 feet. First run in 1908, the an-

race.com or call the City of Sierra Madre Com


nual Mount Wilson Trail Race is one of the old


munity Services Department at (626) 355-5278.

est trail races in California. 

The Kids’ Fun Run goes up Baldwin Ave. and 
back. The total distances are 1.0 mile for ages 8 – 
13 and .6 miles for ages 3 – 7. 

MWTR – May 23, 2026Race Day Schedule – Kersting Court 

6:00 a.m. – 12 noon Kersting Court ExpoCheck out the booths, sponsors, & food
6:00 a.m. – 7:25 a.m. Packet pick-up open 
Drop bag services are also available
6:00 a.m. – 7:40 a.m. Kids’ Fun Run 
T-shirt pick-up open
7:30 a.m. 
MWTR starts on Baldwin Ave. 

7:45 a.m. 
Kids’ Fun Run starts on Baldwin Ave. 
8:30 a.m. 
Breakfast burrito sales open – 

Above: J.J. Timphony, six-time winner of MWTR 
and highest number of victories. He last won the 
MWTR in 2024 (which is the last time the MWTR 
was on the trail) and the MW Trail Recovery 5KRun in 2025. 


From The Desk of SMPD Chief Gus Barrientos 

SIERRA MADRE POLICE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES COMMUNITY POLICE 
ACADEMY TO STRENGTHEN TRUST AND TRANSPARENCY 

The Sierra Madre Police Department is proud to introduce our 
Community Police Academy, a program designed to provide 
residents with a comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look at how 
modern law enforcement operates.

 As Chief of Police, I firmly believe that trust, transparency, 
and communication are the foundation of effective policing. 
The Community Police Academy reflects our commitment to 
strengthening those principles by opening our doors to the community 
we serve. 

This program is more than a series of presentations; it is an 
opportunity for meaningful en-gagement. Participants will gain 
firsthand insight into the responsibilities, decision-making, and 
challenges our officers face each day. Through a combination of 
classroom instruction and hands-on experiences, our personnel 
will guide attendees through key are-as of law enforcement, including 
dispatch operations, patrol functions, investigations, use 
of force, and other critical aspects of policing. 


What makes this program unique is the direct interaction with the men and women of the Sierra Madre Police Department. Our officers, 
supervisors, and professional staff will share their expertise, answer questions, and provide context to the complex situations they 
encounter in the field. This level of access is essential in supporting a deeper understand-ing of not only what we do, but why we do it, and 
what we can do. 

The Community Police Academy also reflects our broader policing philosophy, one rooted in partnership. Public safety is a shared responsibility, 
and informed, engaged residents are a critical component of a safe and resilient community. By building stronger relationships 
and increasing awareness, we aim to enhance collaboration and mutual respect between our department and the community. 

I encourage residents to take advantage of this opportunity to learn, ask questions, and en-gage with our team. Programs like this are 
vital to maintaining the high level of service and accountability that our community expects and deserves. 


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