MONTEBELLO Reporter People, Places, & Events FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK www.MontebelloReporter.com VOL. 7 NO.5 MAY 2021 MAOF HOSTS VACCINATION CLINIC AT MONTEBELLO HEADQUARTERS The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation hosted a vaccination clinic outside everyone who showed up today for their first vaccine will come once again to its Headquarters in Montebello today March 30, 2021. Over 600 community MAOF to receive their second dose. residents registered in advance to take their first shot of the Pfizer COVID 19 vaccine. Also joining Congresswoman Linda Sanchez and MAOF CEO Martin Castro were Montebello Mayor Kimberly Ann Cobos-Cawthorne and Montebello Rite Aid brought the vaccine and pharmacists to actually administer the shots and Councilwoman Scarlett Peralta. Special kudos to our MAOF staff who helped Congresswoman Linda Sanchez contacted MAOF to host the clinic. On April 20 make this clinic a success!

L/R; MAOF President /CEO,-Martin Castro, Congresswomen Linda Sanchez, Montebello Mayor Kimberly Ann Cobos-Cawthorne and Montebello Councilwoman Scarlett Peralta. Mark 9:23 "Everything is possible for one who believes." THE SHOPS AT MONTEBELLO PLAN SECOND CHALK WALK FUNDRAISER By Anne Donofrio-Holter To ensure social distancing, participants will be able to register for a specific day and time Contributing Writer slot.

Building upon the success of last year’s first Chalk Walk, the Shops at Montebello is Satoafaiga says she can see this becoming an annual event. pleased to announce the event will return May 22-23. The Chalk-for-a-Cause will once again benefit the Montebello-Commerce YMCA. “Art is a big part of our culture and there is something special about chalk art as a pastime,” she said. One of the first local events held at the onset of the pandemic last year attracted local artists and others interested not only in showing their creative side and having some fun, but in For additional information visit benefitting a worthy cause while doing so by sponsoring a designated space in The Shops https://shopsatmontebello.com/event/montebello-chalkwalk/ or follow on social media at Montebello parking lot for his or her chalk design. The event raised $4,500 for the YMCA @ShopMontebello or see page 9. with many of the chalk designs promoting positivity, community, and hope during these unprecedented times. “The Shops at Montebello is thrilled to partner with The City of Montebello once again in an effort to support the Montebello-Commerce YMCA,” added Satoafaiga. “The work they “Our community needs us now more than ever,” said Marina Satoafaiga, The Shops at have been doing throughout this past year has not only been important, but the need Montebello Marketing & Business Development Manager. “This is a wonderful and safe continues.” way to support an organization that has been boots-on-the-ground since day-one of this pandemic by providing food to our neighbors.” According to Satoafaiga, aside from a change of location in The Shops at Montebello SEE parking lot, this year’s event will follow a blueprint similar to last year.

“We also will be inviting artists to participate and compete for a grand prize,” she said. “The artist’s design that gets the most votes wins.” PAGE 9

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MONTEBELLO REPORTER MAY 2021 Community 3 THREE PRESIDENTS, PLUS THREE CALIFORNIA GOVERNORS IN MONTEBELLO ARMENIAN GENOCIDE MONUMENT By Rachel Melikian However, Reagan’s legacy has Former GCC Woman of the Year attracted many notables people to visit the Monument, California At Bicknell Park in Montebello, there is a Monument that is a Governor Arnold Schwarzeneg- testament to the historical impor- ger, Lieutenant Governor of tance to Americans to bear California Gray Davis, Armenia’s witness for the graveless graves President Serzh Sargsyan, and for the silenced voice of the 1.5 President Bako Sahakyan of the million martyrs who fell victim to Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno the Armenian Genocide in 1915. Karabakh).

Three presidents and three The capital of Artsakh, Stepa- California governors have visited nakert, is the sister city of Monte- Bicknell Park since the dedication bello, and Armenians have lived of the Montebello Armenian Genocide Monument to pay in Artsakh since Noah’s Ark. tribute to the martyrs. We want the world to know that On the commemoration day, Genocide was not over 106 President Joe Biden recognized years ago, which lasted until the Armenian Genocide, April 24, 2023. It's recurring. Since Nov. 9, 2021, and said, “The American 2020, Armenia and Artsakh are people honor all those Armenians threatened by the perpetrators of who perished in the genocide that the Armenian Genocide to be began 106 years ago today.” wiped out from the world’s maps. President Ronald Reagan made the inauguration of the Montebel- Since Reagan inaugurated the lo Armenian Genocide Monu- Monument, the martyrs’ memory ment. As California governor, he is included in Montebello for over said, “Today, I humbly bow in half a century to bring consola- memory of the Armenian tion to their pain. The past is not martyrs,” who are now sanctified martyrs since the centennial of the Arme- gone as their memory lingers for justice. We honor their memory because of nian Genocide in 2015. their faith. We are here today and are your neighbors because they gave their lives so that we live and that justice will be served. Justice cannot Over 10,000 Armenians came from around the world to the Memorial dedi- happen without friendship to realize. The defense of the Republics’ indepen- cation. Whereas, this April 24, there was only laying wreaths due to dence is beyond recognitions and resolutions that our beautiful friends COVID-19 restrictions. The clergy prayed while the boy and girl scouts demand justice to speak: support Armenia and Artsakh. Justice in action saluted Armenians to enter the Monument to lay flowers. Contrary to tradi- tion, participants entered the Monument from the back of the Memorial, starts realizing President Woodrow Wilson’s legacy of Wilsonian Armenia without diplomats’ presence or speeches being made. and American Armenian historical relationships. Mark 9:23 "Everything is possible for one who believes."

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MONTEBELLO REPORTER MAY 2021 Ask An Attorney 7 PITFALLS TO AVOID AS TRUSTEE Gia L Pacheco, Esq. 3. Follow the Statutory Guidelines for Trust request because Bobby is engaging in self-dealing by not The Law Offices of Administration, i.e. Send notices, Open a Trust paying rent to the trust, not diversifying the assets of the trust, George B. Pacheco & Associates Checking Account and Establish a Tax Identification and not carrying out the trust purpose and engaging in Number self-dealing. A Successor Trustee is faced with the arduous task of the trust administration process and to some the appointment as Not following California Statutory requirements is probably one Some Settlor’s feel comfortable appointing co-trustees to act Successor Trustee can be a privilege, and to some, a burden. of the the most common oversights for Trustees. A Trustee as a check and balance with each other, but in some instances, With the proper guidance and respect of the rules, there should must send a formal Notification to Beneficiaries about the Trust I have advised against that decision when taking into account be a smooth trust administration. The Settlor of the Trust Administration process. The Trustee should open a checking the co-trustee relationship with each other. After thorough (owner of the trust assets) must appoint a Successor Trustee account and account to the beneficiaries at least annually. The explanation of the big responsibilities of being a trustee, many who will take over to manage the trust estate upon his or her most common response I Receive from a Trustee is, “well there decide to go that route or appoint the most responsible relative passing. With a living trust, usually the Settlor has management is only one house”. All income and expenses must go through as successor trustee. and control during his or her lifetime and upon passing the successor trustee takes over the management and control of this account. While you should invest the money, a checking the trust assets. Here are a few helpful tips to help you through account will enable you to make distributions and payments Some clients opt to have a professional fiduciary in charge of the trust administration process. and keep track of them as you will have to file annual tax their estate after passing. This type of appointment is encour- returns for the trust. aged as they are licensed by the State of California Department 1. Read the Trust, Follow the rules, Don’t Make Up Your of Consumer Affairs and are bonded. While some may feel they Own Rules. 4. Do Not Engage in Acts that Will Benefit you Alone. are too costly- litigation ends up costing more. Professional fiduciaries get compensated in accordance to the terms of the A well-prepared living trust document should have the most This is the most important of the pitfalls to avoid. Trustees trust, or by reasonable compensation. important terms a Trustee must carry out and will contain cannot place their own interests above the interests of the various administrative provisions. For example, various beneficiaries. Aside from having to carry out the terms of the 5. Make sure you Diversify or Maximize the Trust Assets. clauses will provide for whether the trustee will be compensat- trust, a Trustee has various duties to the beneficiaries and the ed and what measure for compensation, the procedure for trust, such as a duty of loyalty. While an estate planning A trustee must make prudent decisions and make the trust submitting an accounting to the beneficiaries, and/or if there attorney can ensure the terms are clearly identified, sometimes property productive. Using the example above, if Bobby would are any special conditions or limitations on a beneficiary’s have no control over the actions of the successor trustee. In have either paid rent and/or rented a room in the house he inheritance. The Trustee should take time to read the trust some cases, a trustee may run afoul of the trust purpose. In could have had his siblings make a written agreement for a carefully and recognize their duties and obligations as Succes- some cases, the trustee does not thoroughly understand the specific period of time to live in the house, divide the net rental sor Trustee. nature of their obligations and having to administer the trust. income between the three.

The trustee position is a very important and sometimes difficult An example of engaging in self-dealing would be a situation If a beneficiary has good cause to believe that the trustee has position one can find themselves in. A Trustee acts as a “fiduciary” meaning they have a special relationship between where a real property asset is to be divided by three children of engaged in acts that constitute a breach of any of the duties themselves and the beneficiaries. The trustee holds legal title the Settlor. Let’s say a Settlor named Alice left a real property above then they may petition to the court for removal and to the property held “in trust” for the benefit of the individuals house in Trust for the benefit of her children. Her instructions appointment of another trustee. Any violation of these duties named in the trust as beneficiaries who hold equitable title. The are for the Successor Trustee to list and sell the house and can place a trustee at risk and be personally liable to the benefi- Trustee must not only distribute the property in accordance with divide the proceeds equally between her three children, Bobby, ciaries and the trust. It is always wise to discuss your succes- the settlor’s instructions and wishes, but must also make sure Carol, and David. Alice has nominated her son, Bobby as sor trustee selection with your estate planning lawyer to identify that they make sound decisions concerning investments, Successor Trustee because Bobby has taken care of Alpha for any issues you foresee with appointment down the road. It is administration, and distribution. If you run afoul of any duties the past five years and Bobby is already living in the trust also wise for a Trustee to consult with an experienced trust you may become personally liable for any loss to a beneficiary. house. Alice passes away and Bobby continues living in the administration attorney to provide proper guidance on the rules trust property. Bobby does not talk to his siblings and does not of being a Trustee. 2. Organize documents and mail keep them informed. More than a year has passed and Bobby does not pay rent and does not want to sell the house because Happy Mother’s Day to our loyal readers. The trust assets are generally listed in an attachment to the he asserts that Alpha insisted he live in the house as long as he trust, however there are some poorly drafted trusts that do not needs to get his affairs in order. Carol and David become upset have a description of trust assets. There may also be some and frustrated because Bobby does not want to move. Carol Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this article, assets or policies that will be administered outside of the trust and David take Bobby to probate court to remove him as it is not intended to provide legal advice as individual situations will differ and administration such as life insurance policies, retirement Trustee, compel a sale of the house and to obtain a surcharge should be discussed with an expert and/or lawyer. The statements and opinions are the expression of author, not The Montebello Reporter, and have not been money, etc. Organize all documents by account and ensure all on Bobby’s share for fees, costs and the fair market rental evaluated by The Montebello Reporter for accuracy, completeness, or changes in mail is being opened and the settlor’s bills assessed. Mark 9:23value. "EverythingThe court would is most possible likely grant for Carol one and who David’s believes." the law.

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STAYING MINDFUL & PROTECTED: KEY REMINDERS IN WAKE OF LATEST COVID-19 VACCINE PHASE As of April 15, 2021, all Californians age 16 and above are finally eligible to receive the cal distancing. However, it is still advised that you continue to wear well-fitting masks COVID-19 vaccine. As we rejoice this next step on the path back to a sense of normal- when visiting indoor public settings like shopping centers, grocery stores, full-capacity cy, Beverly Hospital is here to provide some key reminders to be mindful of for you and places of worship, and so on. There are still others around you who may be unvaccinat- your loved ones. ed thus at a higher risk of contracting the virus. It is also crucial to wash your hands or use hand sanitizer when hand washing supplies are unavailable to prevent the spread Do Not Fall For Scams. The Vaccine Is Free of germs. Help keep those around you safe by using these 2 simple forms of protection. The COVID-19 vaccine is free to all eligible parties regardless of whether or not you For the latest updates, visit: www.cdc.gov have health insurance. Be wary of ads online or other outlets offering access to the vaccine in exchange for any form of payment. Legitimate vaccine clinics will not ask for your Social Security Number, bank account information, or credit card numbers in order These are only a few of many other pieces to take into account on this journey. Beverly to register you for an appointment. Don’t allow scammers to take advantage of the Hospital encourages you to sit down and have a conversation with your family and interest in obtaining the vaccine. To learn more about COVID-related frauds and scams, friends about it. Together as a community, we are strong and can overcome this please visit the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at: ftc.gov/coronavirus/scams pandemic with flying colors.

Complete The Vaccine Series To Fully Reap Vaccine Benefits Need The Vaccine? It is important to get both doses to maximize your protection from the virus that causes Beverly Hospital is proud to be hosting vaccination clinics to provide the Pfizer COVID-19. Receiving only one of two shots potentially weakens your resistance to COVID-19 vaccine to eligible community members. Find more information about it at: COVID-19. The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine was found to be 95% effective while the https://beverly.org/vaccine. You can register to receive the vaccine from us or from other Moderna vaccine was 94% effective after the 2nd dose. If you missed your 2nd dose clinics by visiting myturn.ca.gov. appointment, reach out to your clinic to reschedule. You will not need to restart the vaccine series. Remember, you are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after complet- ing your respective vaccine series. If you do not have access to a computer or need additional help, please call the LA County Vaccine Appointment Line at 833-540-0473 or State of California Vaccine Know Which Vaccine To Get Appointment Line at 833-422-4255 If you are making a COIVD-19 vaccine appointment for someone between the ages of 16-17, remember only the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for this age group. Double check with your clinic of choice on which vaccine they are offering before registering. If you or someone you know are age 18 and above, the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is also an option. If you have any further concerns about the vaccine, please reach out to your primary care provider.

Don’t Share Your Vaccine Card On Social Media Receiving the COVID-19 vaccine is something to celebrate. Much so that you may want to share with your loved ones on social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram. However, what you share may lead to identity theft. “Posting your vaccine card online is exposing valuable information such as your full name, date of birth, vaccine lot number, and more,”said Beverly Hospital Cyber Security Expert Faxiao Xu,” With this informa- tion alone, scammers are able to produce counterfeit vaccination cards, open new accounts under your name, guess your Social Security Number, and other forms of identity theft.” What do we suggest sharing instead? You can take a picture of yourself with your vaccine sticker or flexing your bandaged arm.

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HappyHappy Mother’sMother’s DayDay toto allall thethe mothersmothers inin Montebello.Montebello. ThisThis dayday isis thethe dayday wewe celebratecelebrate allall thethe mothersmothers outout therethere whetherwhether youyou areare aa past,past, presentpresent oror soonsoon toto bebe Moms.Moms. MayMay youyou enjoyenjoy thisthis specialspecial day!day!

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2ND ANNUAL MONTEBELLO CHALKWALK CHALK-FOR-A-CAUSE TO BENEFIT MONTEBELLO-COMMERCE YMCA

Saturday & Sunday, May 22 & 23 Registration Required. By Appointment ONLY.

#ComeTogether alongside Shops at Montebello & The City of Montebello to add color to our parking lot and leave messages of hope and positivity as we navigate this pandemic.

#MONTEBELLOMOMENTS RULES: Each registrant will be designated a parking space and time frame to complete their design. Registrant(s) MUST complete their design within the allotted 2-hour time frame. MUST use provided chalk ONLY. Upon completion, registrant(s) MUST

SHOPS AT MONTEBELL O discard of all chalk in designated bin to prevent cross contamination. Social distancing required. We reserve the right to refuse entry For complete rules & to register visit FUNDRAISER shopsatmontebello.com/event/montebello-chalkwalk/

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Emergency Housing Assistance IS NOW AVAILABLE. This resource provides temporary support grants to eligible Montebello households economically impacted during the PUBLIC INPUT NEEDED pandemic through job loss, furlough, or reduction in hours or pay. The City of Montebello invites all residents and Grants are rental/mortgage payments made by the City on behalf of income-eligible businesses to participate in the General Plan households to maintain housing and/or reduce payment delinquency in areas due to update. This is a multi-year process for the City economic hardship. A maximum total grant of $2,400 is available per household for a time to obtain public input to develop a General Plan period not to exceed three-months. and Downtown Specific plan guidelines. Visit www.montebellofiredept.org/cv19era to apply. NEXT FOCUS GROUP KhZt>>ͳW>EEΘ^^/> KDDhE/dzΈKZΉ FREE SMOKE ALARMS COMING Dzϭϳ͕ϮϬϮϭͮKKDdϲ͗ϯϬW͘D͘ MAY 8, 2021 • Must be age 15 years or older to participate. • Focus groups last approximately 90-minutes. Every eight minutes, the American Red Cross responds to a disaster in the U.S. – the vast majority of which are home fires. And tragically, seven people die in home fires each day, most TAKE OUR DIGITAL SURVEY in homes that don’t have smoke alarms. Give the City your thoughts and opinions Unfortunately, this loss of life and the commonplace nature of about what you would like the future and next home fires rarely gets significant media attention, even when generation of your City to look like, feel like, it strikes our local community. That’s why we are excited to partner with the Red Cross and be like. Our digital General Plan survey is for their Home Fire Campaign, intended to prevent and reduce home fire deaths and now available in English, Spanish, and hard copy injuries. and we hope to gather as many responses as A critical campaign element is Sound the Alarm, a home fire safety event in at- possible. In exchange for your opinions, your risk communities across the country. Red Cross volunteers, in coordination with the responses will be entered in a drawing for cool Montebello Fire Department, are bringing Sound the Alarm to south-side homes in prizes like a new iPad and cash gift cards from Montebello on May 8. We will be canvassing the neighborhoods, educating residents favorites like Amazon, Starbucks, and Target. about home fire safety, and helping families create escape plans. Our goal is to install All we ask is 7 minutes of your time online at free smoke detectors in 100 homes to increase resident safety and cut the risk of death planmontebello.com either through your mobile due to fire by half. Having an escape plan further improves your ability to survive. device or desktop. You must provide an email to In addition, keep your family safe by signing up for Red Cross’s personalized preparedness be entered into the drawings. classes. The classes are individualized to help you understand, prepare for, and respond appropriately to home fires. Red Cross will help you identify fire hazards in your home, For more information, contact the Planning and create a home fire escape plan, and understand and implement general preparedness Community Development Department at (323) tips. All you need is 20 minutes, a phone, or a laptop. 887-1478. Zoom links are available at www. For more information, call the Sound the Alarm hotline at (310) 445-9914 or visit their planmontebello.com. website at www.redcross.org/LAhomefire.

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Mother Priscilla Moreno & Gloria C. Espino with grand and great grand kids. Socorro Rizo (Suki) celebrating her birthday with her grandchildren Daughter Toni Reyes Sophia and Paul Vasquez. My Best Friend!

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OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL SCHOOL CONTINUES TO OVERCOME COVID-19 CHALLENGES WHILE HELPING THE WELLBEING OF THEIR STUDENTS The past year has surely changed our lives as we were all affected by the pandemic, social justice consciousness and unemployment. At Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal School, the students are always the number one priority. OLMM Vikings continue to thrive, even while learning virtually. All of the teachers at OLMM have worked so hard to get their students through one of the most challenging times of their young lives. Yes, OLMM teachers check off all the boxes when it comes to the education and most importantly, the mental wellbeing of their students. As you can imagine, teachers all over the world are already instructing their regular academic classes on a daily basis, not to mention office hours and grading homework. The teachers at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal took it up a notch! This year, several of the OLMM teachers stepped up to the call from the OLMM Student Council’s legacy project to form new virtual clubs. We asked these OLMM teachers, what inspired them to take on more, especially after a full schedule of virtual academics. Here’s what they had to say:

Story Art Club, led by Mrs. Trinidad, is a club that will expose students to different artists, as well as different story and book genres. Students will then draw a picture related to the artist or book discussed using pencil, pastels, water- ment and how to foster a green thumb. I feel that gardening is a great outlet for stress colors, chalk or crayons. “I want to show our Vikings that anyone can be an artist and and anxiety.” show their creativity and imagination.” Drama Club, led by Mrs. Rodriguez/Mrs. Arambula, was started to facilitate a safe Drawing & Sketching Club, led by Ms. Robertson, is a club that will introduce space where students can build self-esteem, express their feelings, explore new ideas students to new drawing techniques. “I loved the idea of bringing different ages of and learn about play production and stage work. “I have a huge heart for the arts. The students together who love to draw and providing an environment where they can learn arts helped me as a child to grow confidence, learn how to be a better reader, allowed new ways to enhance their drawing skills, learn and be inspired by each other.” me to get in touch with my feelings and allowed for a safe space to express myself. I wanted that for our students, especially during this pandemic.” Sparkle the World Club, led by Ms. Gamez, is a club where students create arts and craft projects using recyclable materials to give the world a little more sparkle. “It’s been The Edge Ministry, led by Mrs. Legaspi, Ms. Roberston, Mrs. Gutierrez & Mrs. Govea, a rewarding experience to see the students express their creativity while also looking is a Catholic middle school youth ministry program. It provides a safe fun place for out for the environment, even if it’s in a small way.” youth to find a Catholic community to get answers about faith and most importantly, to experience Jesus in a profound and personal way. Edge Ministry is also open to youth Book Club, led by Mrs. Clements, was started to encourage students to read outside outside of the OLMM community. “We wanted to provide a safe haven to meet on a of school. Students select a book as a group and read it and discuss it together for fun weekly basis and talk about Jesus. A place where youth can share, ask questions and with their peers. “I enjoy reading and always read in my spare time. I always tell my not feel out of place." students that reading can be fun as long as they find the genre that interests them.” It’s amazing how when challenges are presented, many individuals can quickly step up Video Gaming Club, led by Mr. Guzman, is a new club created for students to interact and turn those challenges into opportunities. “We want to thank the OLMM Student with each other while discussing various games, strategies, as well as play them. “I Council for leading, seeing a need and providing solutions,” said Vice Principal, Cecilia chose to lead this club, just as another way for the students to have an outlet. I run the Cordova. Special thanks goes out to the special teachers for contributing joy and mental after-school sports program but since sports has been temporarily put on hold, I figured wellbeing to OLMM students. Principal, Dominique Preciado added, “We are so blessed I can help lead this club. I am in no way as familiar with gaming as some of these to have such amazing and caring teachers.” It’s only up from here, at Our Lady of the students, but it definitely is a great outlet for them and I learn from the students as well Miraculous Medal Parish School! every week.” To learn more about Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal School in Montebello and their Gardening Club, led by Mrs. Rodriguez/Mrs. Arambula, was started to encourage a amazing faculty and staff, visit their website at olmmschool.com or follow them on Insta- love for gardening and to shed some knowledge on nature and our environment. “I gram @olmm_vikings. Applications for the 2021-22 School year are now being accepted. chose to lead this club because I really wanted to teach our students about our environ- Financial aid is available.

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MONTEBELLO REPORTER MAY 2021 Schools 15 ROTARY HOLD ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST IN HONOR OF GEORGE R. HENSEL Although the COVID19 pandemic restrictions continue to keep the Montebello Rotary Club from meeting in-person, the club has not skipped-a-beat and continues to meet weekly via Zoom and press forward with its goals and mission state- ments. Some of those goals are being of service to others, advancing understanding, peace and goodwill, as well as promoting integrity. As for its specific goal of promoting integrity, the Montebello Rotary Club once again hosted its annual George R. Hensel Ethics Essay Contest for local High Students.

George R. Hensel was a Garfield High School graduate and a long time Montebello resident, businessman and philanthro- pist. In 1953, he established the California Driving School and later became known as the “Godfather” of the industry. He also became a successful real estate entrepreneur. As he progressed in life, he always remembered to support charitable causes he believed in. George was also a fine Rotarian with 45 years of perfect attendance, with an impressive record of philanthropy; much of it here in the San Gabriel Valley. Besides having been a major donor to the Rotary Foundation, he has been honored by the Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCA, Beverly Hospital, and the City of Montebello, which named a street and the community pool after him.

In a contest established by Mr. Hensel, every year Montebello Rotary Club asks our local High School students to write an essay designed to challenge and help them analyze ethical issues and concerns confronting them in today’s complex world. The winner at the local Montebello Club level advances to the District Level and four winners at that level are award- ed monetary prizes. The winner at the District Level gets $3,000 plus $1,000 for his/her teacher and the overall winning essay is presented at the District Conference.

This year Montebello Rotary Club had about sixty local high school students submit their essays about an ethical dilemma they’ve faced in their relatively young lives’, how they faced it, and what they learned from it. Out of those essays submitted, the Montebello Rotary Club is pleased to announce that high-school student Sandy Membreno, of Applied Technology Center, is the local level winner, and will go on to represent our community at the District level. Additionally, the two runners-up are Montebello High School, students Alyssa Lopez and Pauline Flores. Both Alyssa and Pauline were awarded $200 each and made MHS and their teacher Lisa Quemada proud. Sandy was awarded $300, along with an additional $100 awarded to her sponsoring teacher, Lauren Heacock.

Congratulations Sandy, good luck on the next level of competition; and congratulations to Sandy, Alyssa, and Pauline, and all the students partaking in the contest this year. We’ll be collectively rooting for all of our students’ future educational aspirations and goals.

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Pomona and Frank Ramos were thrilled in at 8 pounds and 10 ounces and mea- when they learned in January 2020 that sured 20 inches long. they were pregnant with their first child. But even as they began their joyful The first few moments after Nellie’s birth journey, they knew they would be facing some obstacles. were met with suspense as Dr. Chen and the nurses worked to ensure she It was during this time that COVID-19 was breathing. But soon the sweetest cases were beginning to increase in the sounds were heard from Nellie, and she U.S. “It being our first pregnancy, we was placed in her mother’s arms. were nervous about contracting the “It was the most beautiful feeling to hold virus ourselves,” Pomona recalls. “But in my arms our child made from pure we were also nervous about how we love,” Pomona recalls. “With joy and were going to deliver the baby.” with God's blessing, the result was our beautiful baby, Nellie, who melts our Feeling safe with their decision The couple took all the necessary heart.” precautions to keep themselves protect- ed from the virus—from sanitizing every- During the remainder of Pomona’s stay, thing brought into their home to leaving Beverly Hospital’s maternity team their home only when necessary. provided attentive care and expert guid- ance to the family. Within a few days, For any pregnancy concerns, they knew the Ramos family were on their way that they could easily turn to Pomona’s OB-GYN at “To give birth at the hospital seemed more home with a healthy and happy baby girl. Beverly Hospital, Yu Chen, MD, for quality care cautious, and we’re glad we took this route,” says and answers. Pomona. “It was also reassuring to deliver at Beverly since they tested us before my induction, “The staff treated us very well as first-time “Dr. Chen was in constant contact and was readily they monitored visits and, most important, the parents,” Pomona says. “They worked fast and available for all the questions I had,” Pomona says. maternity ward is its own area.” were very communicative concerning our baby “As a first-time mom, I didn't know what to expect girl’s needs. They made sure to provide us with from my body, and Dr. Chen regularly checked on Beverly Hospital has safety precautions in place to new parenting information, and they also gave us my status.” protect patients, including: a going home care package for our baby girl.” • Screening every person—patients and employ- Pomona and Frank took multiple COVID-19 tests ees—for coronavirus symptoms before they enter Are You Expecting A Baby? with negative results during Pomona’s pregnancy. the hospital. Our Beverly Babies maternity program and Hensel Although they originally contemplated delivering • Triaging and treating COVID-19 patients in dedi- their baby at home—they were worried they might cated units separate from other patients. Maternity Center offers a variety of services and contract the virus at the hospital—the Ramoses • Having restricted visitor guidelines. amenities to provide an exceptional pregnancy decided to deliver at Beverly. They believed it was journey experience. Visit Beverly Hospital’s mater- a safer option should any complications arise, as Meeting Baby Nellie nity page to learn more about our offerings and the hospital’s expert team would be able to imme- On Sept. 8, 2020, at 4:52 a.m., the Ramos family take a virtual tour: www.beverly.org/services/ma- diately assist them. welcomed baby Nellie into the world. She weighed ternity-services

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MONTEBELLO REPORTER 18 Community MAY 2021 THE Y IS OPEN AGAIN YMCA Healthy Kids Day, Drive Through Event Saturday, May 31st

May 31st will be the 29th Annual, Nationwide, YMCA Healthy Kids Day at the Montebello-Commerce YMCA on Beverly and 20th Street, and our 2nd annual drive through event (maintain- ing an abundance of caution just a bit longer). This FREE event welcomes everyone in our community to learn how to support healthier youth and families, and runs from 10am to noon. Drive through for your SWAG bag of activities, nutrition guides, emer- gency preparedness kits, and more!

Special thanks and gratitude is due to our Event Sponsors: Superior Grocers, Montebello Teachers Association, The Laun- dryRoom, the Bank of the West- BNP Paribas, and to The Shops at Montebello, who are sponsoring their 2nd Annual Chalk Walk on May 22nd & 23rd to support the Y.

YMCA Summer “BOLD & GOLD” Camp – Teen Leadership Development

In accordance to present health department guidelines, the YMCA is not planning its customary summer camp experiences this year, which typically gathers hundreds of youth. However, the Y is able to still offer “BOLD” (Boys Outdoor Leadership Development) and “GOLD” (Girls Outdoor Leadership Development) camps for small groups of teens ages 14 to 18, from June 27th to August 6th.

Bold & Gold camps are a national YMCA program designed for high school students to experience outdoor adventure while fostering personal growth among a diverse group of peers. Teens practice courage, leadership, perseverance, collaboration, and communication as they work together to success- fully navigate a week-long backcountry journey in either Big Bear or Mammoth Lakes!

Financial assistance and payment plans are available so that all may benefit! To learn more about these overnight camping experiences in Big Bear or Mammoth, or to enroll your teen, please click on: https://ymcala.org/bold-gold.

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AMAZING AWANA FISHING AT LEGG LAKE

El Monte’s Famous Legg Lake is where the Truth ‘n’ Training 3rd-4th grade Awana boys decided to hold their fishing trip. Mealworms & earthworms were supplied to the boys, as well as fishing rods and weights. One boy, who preferred to go anonymous, caught a panfish. Another boy in kindergarten, who was invited to the fishing trip, claimed a large fish live in the lake who would eventually steal his hooks.

Of course, in the book of Job, we see a sea creature called Leviathan, which is possibly a crocodile, but who can be sure of such things? It was great to see happy and smiling faces on the young men, who I believe will grow to become some of the greatest anglers you will ever see! Watch out, tuna!

HAPPY EASTER FROM THE AWANA CLUB

The Awana club held their incredible and funtacular Easter egg hunt and mini golf course right in the churchyard! They had the game where you hold an egg on a spoon, a potato sack race, and an Easter egg hunt after golfing.

Coupons were given out for Golf ‘n’ Stuff, and one of the mini golf courses at the church included a water gun that would spray kids. Hot dogs were served along with lemonade. All the kids had a good time and God like to see that.

BEEP BEEP! AWANA GRAND PRIX

Also, the Awana club held a grand prix; the Pinewood Derby, in which contestants would build and race wooden cars.

Currently, at the time of this writing, contestants are building and testing their cars. The Pinewood Derby occurs next month, so stay tuned to our paper to learn more about this exciting event!

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MONTEBELLO REPORTER 20 Community MAY 2021 GLORIA CRUZ ESPINO Rest In Peace My Love Gloria Cruz Espino, 90, was born on September 21, 1930 in Riverside, children,- Nicole Aguinaga, Sarah Salvanera, Rebecca Blas, great grandchil- California to Ricardo R. Espino and Aurora Rodriguez, and entered into dren, Evelyn, Isabella, Kayden, and Katelynrose along with other family and eternal rest on April 13, 2021 in Walnut, California. friends who will miss her dearly.

Gloria lived most of her life in Montebello, over 70 years and devoted her love The services for Gloria will be held on May 3rd at Risher Mortuary. In honor and efforts making her home a warm and welcoming place for her family and of Gloria, the family asked those who will be attending the services to wear friends. purple as it was Gloria’s favorite color. She will be laid to rest at Rose Hills Memorial Park.

Gloria is survived by her loving family: Son, Gilbert Espino and his fiance The family would like to thank Barbara, Gregg, and Nancy from Risher Mortu- Maria Roca, daughter Nadine Aguinaga and her husband Thomas, grand- ary and all who sent their condolences.

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CHAMPS GET INTO A SMALL APRIL SLUMP The Dodgers’ bullpen hasn’t looked like the unit that began the season on a Los Angeles – The Dodgers end up the month of April dominant run. Dodgers relievers have feeling a little rough. During the Dodgers’ current funk, now given up 13 runs over their last 26 the offensive struggles have been at the forefront of a 2/3 innings (4.39 ERA). lot of their issues. In their most recent 6-5 loss to the Reds at Dodger Stadium, the offense performed slightly “We know what we have in this better, putting up five runs on the board for just the third clubhouse. We’re a really good group of time in their last nine games, but the pitching wasn’t ballplayers. We’re confident,” Matt quite up to Los Angeles’ standards. Beaty said. “This is going to happen over 162 games. We have some really The loss marked the first time since Aug. 29-31, 2019, key ballplayers banged up right now, that the Dodgers have dropped three in a row. They’re and it’s just a next-man-up kind of thing. 2-7 in their last nine games in April and are 9-8 on the We need to put together some good season against teams that aren’t the last-place Rock- at-bats, and kind of get the momentum ies. going. Once that happens, it’s going to be game on.” Clayton Kershaw continues to toss quality games during the month of April, giving up 2 runs on average in his five starts and striking out 31 batters. “I just The Dodgers are looking for bullpen help. With Corey The Dodgers will have to get back on Knebel and David Price out for extended periods, and think that we just have to find a way to create baserunners and keep putting track as their May schedule doesn’t get ourselves in positions to drive runs in,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. Brusdar Graterol struggling as of late, the Dodgers will any easier. They’ll end off the month in “We do that, we’ll start scoring more. It’s just one hit at a time. We just have lean on Alexander more than they initially thought. He first place with San Diego, Arizona and to, collectively, keep taking good at-bats.” has been solid over the first few weeks, and San Francisco breathing down their left-handers were 2-for-15 against him entering Tues- backs. They will begin a road trip immediately with the backs. Travel to play the Giants and Astros before they day. But things haven’t been going the Dodgers’ way Brewers, Cubs and Angels. Come home to a 9 game end off the month at home against the Giants and lately, and Alexander was the victim of the most recent homestand against the Mariners, Marlins and Diamond- Cardinals. loss.

RAMS LINEMAN IS CLEARED OF ANY WRONGDOING "A short time later, Aaron and his brother, they go outside. A new video released by Aaron Donald's lawyer shows the Mr. Spriggs is still there," White said. "And Mr. Spriggs starts Los Angeles Rams star breaking up a fight in which he was walking towards Aaron, and he's yelling and he's drunk and accused of assault. he's aggressive."

As the video begins, a major altercation can be seen, with White said Spriggs had a bottle in his hand and attempted to people circled around Donald. While many of those in the swing it at Donald, who was able to duck, although the bottle video are throwing punches and fighting, Donald is seen grazed his head. "And that's when all hell breaks loose," grabbing one person and pulling him away from a man according to White. being assaulted. The lawyer said that "there's no dispute that Mr. Spriggs is "Somebody elbowed [Donald] in the back, and he turns injured," but noted that Donald was not the one who cause around and it's this guy, it's Mr. Spriggs, and Aaron looks at the injuries and instead was being restrained by people at him and goes, 'What's up?' And Aaron thinks, 'I don't know the party. this guy,' and it's obvious to Aaron right away that he's drunk," White told the radio station. "Aaron then breaks free from the restraints, and this is all on video so I'm not making this up," White said. "He then goes Aaron Donald says he doesn't have time to be Shortly afterward, Spriggs became aggressive toward to the pile where this melee is taking place, and he starts fighting off the field and looks forward to getting Donald, but people at the party were able to "wrestle" tearing people off, protecting Mr. Spriggs. He actually saves back on the field to prove himself against any Spriggs away, according to White. Mr. Spriggs from further injury." challengers during the games.

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