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SR-710 North Study Draft EIS/EIR released with announcement of public hearings this month he City of Alhambra, long conditions as they are today. a supporter of improved • “Traffic Management System” transportation and better air project (TMS) would upgrade and Tquality for the region, announced that synchronize signals and improvements after more than 30 years in the mak- to local streets and intersections. Alhambra’s downtown economic revitalization continues at a rapid pace, with visible progress being made at each of the three construction sites — Alhambra ing, Caltrans and Metro have released • “Bus Rapid Transit” project Place, Alhambra Pacific Plaza, and Casita de Zen. the Draft Environmental Report and (BRT) would feature high-frequency Environmental Study (EIR/EIS) for service, minimal stops, and potentially the State Route SR-710 North. While the Report dedicated bus lanes. consists of thousands of pages and appendices, • “Light Rail Transit” project (LRT) would move Five new businesses the City’s initial analysis of the preliminary infor- passengers on fixed rail between East Los Angeles/ mation clearly supports the primary alternative to Pasadena. build a tunnel. The tunnel will close the regionally • “Freeway Tunnel” would extend the SR-710 coming to frustrating GAP in the 710 freeway between the by means of a single-bore tunnel or dual-bore tunnel I-10 and the I-210 freeways. design. The SR-710 tunnel GAP closure is by far the best In the first review, the Freeway tunnel Alternative Downtown Alhambra of the five alternatives exhaustively studied in the comes closest to reaching the dominant regional EIR/EIS. The five alternatives studied are: goal of improving regional transportation efficiency, lhambra’s downtown restaurants: The Habit Burger • “No Build” alternative would leave traffic while none of the other alternatives even come close. economic revital- Grill and Blaze Pizza. >> see SR-710 REPORT Page 11A ization continues The Habit is destined to atA a rapid pace, with visible become a family-favorite ritual progress being made at each with its menu of fresh char- of the three construction sites grilled Habit Charburgers, — Alhambra Place, Alham- grilled fresh albacore, marinated bra Pacific Plaza, and Casita tri-tip, and chicken sandwiches. de Zen. The restaurant also offers salads, The city is waiting and shakes, crispy fries, and onion watching as the new commer- rings. cial buildings take shape at Al- Blaze Pizza provides a twist hambra Place, which should be to the traditional pizza joint — open by the holidays. Among both in terms of taste and at- the establishments opening at mosphere. Pizza dough at Blaze Alhambra Place, the Chamber is made by hand and is allowed has learned, will be two casual to rise for 24 hours before being >> see NEW BUSINESSES Page 19A

San Gabriel High School students who placed in the top 10 in their FBLA events at the Mission Valley Section Conference on Feb. 28 in Valencia. CITY NEWS PAGE 2A

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COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 20A San Gabriel High School wins first ACADEMIC NEWS PAGE 27A place in FBLA Chapter Sweepstakes; Monterey Highlands wins first in FBLA Middle-Level Chapter Sweepstakes hile many were Business Leaders of America for all school year, none of the asleep at 5:30 a.m. (FBLA) competition in Valen- students could have predicted on Feb. 28, San cia. As they dressed in their fin- the many accolades they would GabrielW students were already est business attire and prepared win. San Gabriel High School up to attend the annual Future to fulfill a day they have trained with 102 students competing >> see AUSD SCHOOLS WIN FBLA Page 31A 2A ChickensWelcome.comCITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 How to Contact Alhambra Dental Your Representatives CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS (888)Mayor 398-1377 explains city government 626-570-5010 Mayor Gary Yamauchi Vice Mayor100 Luis Ayala South Firstto Street Granada • Alhambra, students CA 91801 Councilmember Barbara Messina By Mayor Gary Yamauchi Councilmember Dr. Steven Placido I was honored to be asked to speak Chamber of Commerce Mixer CouncilmemberExperience Stephen Sham theto the children Difference at Granada Elementary in One withVisit Republic Services, and we School recently, and as always when ad- held a city-wide square dance in President of the United States dressing a group of kids, it was so much the parking lot at my warehouse, Barack Obama (D) LOOSEfun. “Do you like being TEETHthe Mayor?” which was a real fun event. Last, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C. 20500 I was asked, and my response was, “I I sponsored a cupcake cooking am really enjoying my job as Mayor.” contest with contestants coming U.S. Senator BeforeNext question: “Do you like beingIn One Visit from our local high schools. For- Dianne Feinstein (D) the Mayor?” “It has been a lot of fun.” mer French Chef of the Year, Akira 11111 Santa Monica Blvd. #915, Los Angeles, CA 90025 Another question: “Do you like being Hirose from Maison Akira, was 310-914-7300 the Mayor?” “I really like it because it is our celebrity chef and performed

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U.S. Senator in our City of Alhambra,” I replied. received some very nice prizes “How much money do you make?” donated by businesses in the com- Barbara Boxer (D) 312 N. Spring St., #1748, Los Angeles, CA 90012 is a question we are often asked, so I munity, and my select judges had 213-894-5000 asked the students to tell me what they to taste no less than 108 cupcakes Washington D.C. 202-224-3553 thought was my monthly salary. By their on the night of the judging. Some estimates, I am making around $50,000 are still not talking to me. U.S. Rep. 27th District per month as the highest guess and about Though some of our recent Judy Chu (D) $5,000 per month as the lowest. So, as improvements are taking place, 527 S. Lake Ave, Suite 106, Pasadena, CA 91101 I met with other friends and told them When you become Mayor, there is most of them are City inspired 626-304-0110 aboutT OOTHthe estimates, I was surprisedSAVED to not a book, guide, outline, or any other and I cannot take any credit: Washington D.C. 202-225-5464 instruction as to what your duties are as [email protected] This example shows howdiscover Dr. how John many Chao people saved know avery hopelessly loose tooth in ONE extended hours of our 4th of July EASY COMFORTABLElittle about VISIT how the and City atCouncil a fraction works, Mayor. of the This cost is all of up implants!to the individual day in the park and fireworks www.chu.house.gov with, of course, the support of our City what we(individual do, and what compensation results vary). we show; the EGGSTAVAGANZA Governor receive. By the way, our Council salary is Manager Mary Swink, and the remain- to be held on April 4 (an Easter Jerry Brown (D) around $875 per month. der of the Council. Our main function celebration); the 5K pumpkin run C/O State Capitol, Suite 1173, Sacramento, CA 95814 There are five City Council mem- is to be in charge of the City Council with a City-wide health fair; Music 510-628-0202 NEGLECTEDbers, each representing their respective TEETH meetings that are held on the second in the Park every Friday night in “districts.” I represent District #3, which and fourth Monday of each month. August; an expanded Veterans State Senator 22nd District Beforeis near Alhambra Park bordered by FreIn- The One Mayor is Visitalso the first to receive Day celebration combined with a Dr. Ed Hernandez (D) mont on the West, South Pasadena to any important news, good or bad, so community picnic; being a Host West Covina 626-430-2499 the North, and Valley Boulevard on the that he/she will have the information City for the Special Olympics; and East Los Angeles 323-981-3320 first because the media usually starts by Sacramento 916-651-4022 south side. When election time comes, other events involving the Cham- candidates running for council seats calling the Mayor and asking, “What ber of Commerce, Police and Fire happened?” State Assembly 49th District must reside in the district for which they departments, and the Alhambra

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*Master, Academy of General Dentistry Alhambra Dental “Less than 2% of General Dentists in the United States are Masters,” according to the (888) 398-1377 Academy of General Dentistry SE HABLA ESPAÑOL 04/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 3A 4A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Alhambra looks to community for support of Special Olympics Host Town Program The countdown is on to Special start of the actual games. Another means of supporting Host Olympics LA 2015 — now less than five The Alhambra Coordinating Council, Town activities is by purchasing a per- months away. The cities of Alhambra working with the Alhambra Chamber of sonalized banner that that will be hung and Monterey Park, serving as co-hosts, Commerce, is the lead organization from from May through July throughout the are busy making welcoming plans to Alhambra and is charged with coordinat- City. The banner design features the accommodate the needs, as well as ensure ing and securing funds to accommodate official Alhambra Host Town logo with the health and safety and enjoyment of the delegates during their stay. This in- the supporter’s name personalized on the 100 delegates who will arrive from cludes everything from buying essentials, the bottom of the banner. Time is of Germany to Southern California. The such as pillows, to providing meals and the essence, though, as the application guests will stay at Cal State L.A. during entertainment. form and payment must be mailed in by the three days prior to the actual games, The public’s support is needed to Friday, April 17. which will take place July 25 through help provide the best experience for Volunteering is another great way to Aug. 2. the delegates during their stay. The cost take part in the Host Town program, A planned community activity to provide food and lodging requires a both behind the scenes and working Host Town currently involves a carnival-type social budget of about $100 per day for each directly with the delegates. A Host Town event at Alhambra Park to which the delegate. To help support the program, Volunteer application is available on the Alhambra public will be invited. The City will pro- community donations are gladly ac- City’s Web site in the same section as vide the delegates with breakfast, lunch, cepted. Contributions can be made by noted above. and dinner for one full day on July 22 visiting the Host Town section (under The City encourages everyone to do and will co-sponsor a Farewell Rally with Community Life) on the City’s Web site all they can to make the delegation’s visit Supporter Monterey Park on July 24 at Cal State at www.cityofalhambra.org, or phone a memorable one. Your Name Here L.A., the final day of their stay before the 626-570-5090 for more information. Registration deadline nears for basketball, volleyball teams The deadline is near for the beginning of the City of Al- The Adult Basketball fee is $460 per team, which in- All games will be played at the Almansor Park Gymnasium hambra Adult Basketball League, beginning Tuesday, May cludes officiating. The fee is payable upon registration. All on Mondays and Wednesdays. 5, and the City of Alhambra Co-Ed Volleyball League, games will be played at the Almansor Park Gymnasium: At season’s end, individual awards will be presented to beginning Monday, May 4. C Division (no height limit) teams on Tuesdays; 6’2” and members of first and second place finishing teams. Participants should register their teams for league play under teams on Saturdays. For full details of registration procedures, please con- this month. Teams are accepted on a first-come, first- The Co-Ed Volleyball fee is $230 per team, which does tact the City of Alhambra Recreation Services Office at served basis. not include officiating, and is payable upon registration. 626-570-5081. 04/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 5A

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For advertising rates and other information, contact Alhambra Chamber of Commerce 104 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801 Tel: 626 282-8481 Fax: 626 282-5596 Zelda Weiss served the country in the U.S. Zelda Weiss, a valued Alhambra resident for more than 50 years, was recognized and Marines during World War II. commended for her service to the nation. www.alhambrachamber.org Recent City Council actions The following are highlights from to Zambelli Fireworks Manufacturing rimeter of the facility, public areas and the Feb. 23 and March 9 City Council Corporation. adjacent employee courtyard. Another meetings. A heating ventilation and air-con- APD contract award, for the purchase Recognition ditioning (HVAC) project at the of two Automated License Plate Zelda Weiss, a valued Alhambra Almansor Park Gym will be provided Readers (ALPR), was provided to Ad- Executive Committee resident for more than 50 years, was by Southwest Mechanical Inc., while vanced Electrics, Inc. The award was President: recognized and commended for her gym equipment at the Granada Park made possible through a grant award Lee Lieberg, Landz Real Estate service to the nation. A courageous Gym will be installed by California provided by the FY 2014 Urban Area Vice President: woman who honorably served the Facility Specialties. Strategic Security Initiative (UASI). Robert Fukui, High Point Marketing country in the U.S. Marines during Property rehabilitation services of a A contract amendment was provid- Immediate Past President: World War II, Ms. Weiss was placed home located at 2037 S. Fifth St. will be ed to Scientia Consulting Group for Frank Chen, Law Offices of Frank W. Chen in only the second group of women undertaken by DHI Construction Inc. professional information technology At-Large members: allowed to enlist. She trained as a PublicStuff, Inc. will design a and support services for the Police Evike Chang, Evike.com quartermaster and performed book- smartphone application to provide Department, which has acquired Valarie Gomez, West San Gabriel Valley YMCA Mark Paulson, Anthony Venti Realtors keeping tasks at Lakehurst, New citizens with convenient access to city additional technology products since Jersey, and operated a laundry/dry services. The City Request for Ser- approval of the original agreement Board of Directors cleaning service at Camp Pendleton. vices application will include service — all of which require additional Oriana Chan, Wells Fargo Bank Her four years of admirable service request and non-emergency problem professional information and support Iris Lai, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center helped to free up men for overseas reports with picture attachments; services to maintain. Elizabeth Martinez, Republic Services duty which ultimately helped lead to GPS location services; user map view The City of Alhambra and South- Megan Moloughney, The Ratkovich Co./The Alhambra our victory in World War II. and list view of all reported issues, in- ern California Edison (SCE) have Joe Pavon, Al’s Towing The San Gabriel Valley New Gen- ternal routing protocol and extensive entered into an agreement for the re- Todd Sakamoto, The Mailbox Shop eration Rotary Club was recognized workflow management to separate moval and underground replacement Marissa Castro-Salvati, So. California Edison and thanked for a $2,500 donation service requests into multiple steps of a power pole at 20 N. Stoneman Helen Romero-Shaw, So. California Gas Company that will be used to help support the among different departments and Ave. The location of the existing Lorraine Simpson, Credit Union of Southern California Special Olympics LA2015 “Host staff; tracking citywide trends through power pole in the center of an alley Dr. David Snyder, Optometrist Walter Tang, Superior Scientific Town” Program, during which time map filters and data isolation; and makes it difficult for vehicles to pass. Joanna Vargas, The Fit Factor Studio the City of Alhambra and City of feedback and notifications for reports The City will use Lease Revenue Monterey Park will serve as co-hosts from citizens. Bonds to pay for the project. to approximately 100 Special Olym- A new closed circuit television The Alhambra Fire Department Staff pic delegates who will arrive from system (CCTV) will be installed at has been awarded a FY 2014 Urban Executive Director: Sharon Gibbs Germany (see related article on page the Police Department by Am-Tec Area Strategic Security Initiative Grant Membership/Advertising Sales: Stan Yonemoto 4A). Security. The project will consist of which it plans to use to purchase Legislative Affairs: Owen Guenthard Contract/grant awards the replacement and installation of 35 Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Office Manager: Irma Hernandez A traffic signal and highway safety new cameras, accompanying equip- equipment, training, backfill, and Editor: Dulcy Jenkins lighting system will be installed at the ment installation and maintenance supplies. Writers: William Kinman and Sarah Grear intersection of New Avenue and Shorb inside the Police Facility to provide 2016 Tournament of Roses Float Office Assistant: Rosemarie Valerio Street following a contract award with comprehensive CCTV coverage to The City Arts Fund will be used to Published by: Alhambra Chamber of Commerce Steiny and Company, Inc. the Detective Bureau, all interior pay for the Sponsor Fee for the City’s AROUND ALHAMBRA is not responsible nor liable for any claims or offerings, The City’s annual Fourth of July and exterior entrances/exits, patrol/ 2016 Tournament of Roses Parade nor responsible for product availability that may be advertised. Opinions show will go on with a contract award employee parking areas, exterior pe- float. expressed in columns, letters and guest editorials are those of the authors. All rights reserved. Reproductions in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. Alhambra residents invited to ‘Coffee With a Cop’ April 21 “Coffee with a Cop,” Huntington Drive. and solves community know the men and women To a unique and successful Most contact between problems, with commu- in blue who serve the national program support- police officers and com- nity members taking an community. ed by the United States munity members occurs active role in the process of “These interactions Advertise in Department of Justice, is during times of stress: problem-solving. are the foundation of coming to Alhambra. community emergencies The chats are scheduled community partnerships,” Around Alhambra Alhambra Police De- and in highly emotional for a comfortable location, said Alhambra Police Chief partment officers invite situations. on an informal basis, and Mark Yokoyama.”Working call Alhambra residents to have Coffee with a Cop is an perfect for sharing informa- together, with mutual a cup of coffee — and extension of the concept tion about the community. understanding, can only 626-282-8481 talk — from 8 a.m. to 10 of Community Oriented Community partici- improve this important a.m. Tuesday, April 21, Policing — a collaboration pants are free to ask ques- relationship between the at Twohey’s Restaurant, between the police and the tions, bring up concerns, police department and the 1224 N. Atlantic Blvd., at community that identifies or simply to get to better community.” 6A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Special programs, story times highlight April at library 101 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801 National Library Week takes place helping of laughs. age requirement before the first program in 626-570-5008 April 12 – 18 at the Alhambra Civic Additional April children’s program- the session. Due to space limitations, each www.alhambralibrary.org Center Library, 101 S. First St., to en- ming includes: registered child must be accompanied by courage children’s interest in learning Alina Celeste’s family music program one adult only at each Story Time program. and visiting the library. follows at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25, in Spring Early Literacy Story Time Monday: 11 am - 9 pm In celebration of National Library Reese Hall. No registration is required. It’s session #2 runs from April 23 to May 29: Tuesday: 10 am - 9 pm Week, the library will host the Abbit a morning of singing and dancing along Baby Story Time, 0-12 months, 10:15 Wednesday: 10 am - 9 pm the Average comedy and magic show with a special musical guest for children a.m. Thursdays. Thursday: 10 am - 5 pm at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 18, in Reese ages 3 to 12. Toddler Story Time, 1-2 years, 11:15 Friday: 10 am - 5 pm Hall. No registration is required. It’s a Homework Help is an ongoing a.m. Thursdays. Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm special family afternoon, especially for program through Wednesday, April 29 — Toddler Story Time, 1-2 years, 10:15 Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm children 3 to 12 years of age, offering the last day of Homework Help for the a.m. Fridays. lots of magic served with an ample 2014-15 school year — assisting children Preschool Story Time, 3-5 years, 11:15 ages 5 to 12 with their daily homework a.m. Fridays. assignments. No registration is required. Alhambra resident registration is Library needs Summer High school volunteers provide assistance scheduled for Saturday, April 11, and on a first-come, first-served basis. Sunday, April 12. Non-Alhambra resident Children’s Story Times registration is scheduled for Monday, April Reading Program volunteers Family Story Time is offered at 7 p.m. 13, through Sunday, April 19, or until all The Summer Reading Program will runs from June 1 through July 26. Volun- Wednesdays in the Story Time Room for available spaces have been filled. begin soon at the Alhambra Civic Center teers are trained in May. The annual theme children ages 5 to 12 years old. This pro- Looking ahead to next month, children Library, and volunteers, ages 14 and older, for adults and teens is Escape the Ordinary gram includes stories, puppets, and other 3 to 12 years old, and their parents, can look are needed. and for children the theme is Every Hero activities. forward to an early May treat: a “Pigeon Early Literacy Story Times The Summer Reading Program is Has a Story. , for chil- Story Time” at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 9, designed for children, teens, and adults. It Volunteer application forms are avail- dren ages 0 to 5, are offered in a series of in Reese Hall. No registration is required. has grown dramatically in recent years, ne- able at the first-floor Teen Desk and at the six-week sessions. Participants must regis- Hide the buses, puppies, cookies, and hot cessitating additional volunteer assistance second-floor Reference Desk. Completed ter for each session and will be selected on a dogs as the library celebrates “Children’s in day-to-day operations. forms may be returned to those same sites. first-come, first-served basis, with priority Book Week” with a special story time Volunteers register participants, provide For additional information concerning given to Alhambra residents. program featuring author Mo Willems’ program information, and distribute prizes Summer Reading Program volunteers, Registration forms must be filled out favorite book character: The Pigeon. and incentives during two-hour shifts please contact Lisa Perez, volunteer in person in the Children’s Room by the Please note that children 12 years old throughout all open library hours in Sum- coordinator, at 626-570-5008, extension child’s parent, who must have a valid and younger must be accompanied in the mer Reading Central HQ, known during 5651. Alhambra Civic Center Library card. Chil- library at all times by an adult. the school year as the Homework Center. Visit the library online at www.alham- dren may only be registered for one Story For more information, please contact The 2015 Summer Reading Program bralibrary.org. Time each session, and they must meet the the Children’s Room at 626-570-3215.

National Library Week is April 12 through April 18 Behind every great community is a great library National Library Week comes to Al- Library staff in Reese Hall will work with hambra this month — April 12 through participants to help them get acquainted April 18 — celebrating the importance with their tablet, laptop, or other device, of the library in the community and easing them into this new age. throughout the nation. Also, the library will show Cher’s Acad- The Alhambra Civic Center Library, emy Award-winning performance in the 101 S. First St., will help teach library card romantic comedy Moonstruck at 6:30 p.m. holders how to access the library’s ever-ex- Tuesday, April 21, in Reese Hall. panding e-book collection from 10 a.m. to Stop by the library during National 1 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Library week and see what the celebration The service is free and easy to use. is all about. 04/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 7A 8A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Go green at Eco Fair 2015 The City of Alhambra’s fifth annual Eco Eco Fair participants: Fair will take place from noon to 4 p.m. • Allied Waste Saturday, May 2, at Alhambra Park, 500 N. • Calverde / Reusable Energy Palm Ave. The fair offers fun and games for • Clean Rays Energy the kids; stage entertainment; raffle prizes, • County of Los Angeles Public Works including a 32” TV from Goudy Honda Department, Environmental and a BMW i Urban Mega Shopper from Programs Division New Century BMW; a picnic in the park • The Energy Network with home-prepared goodies or food truck • Geo Promotions delights; and the latest information to help • Goudy Honda residents live a greener life, save personal • Home Depot funds, and protect the environment. • New Century BMW Attendees may participate in green-re- • San Gabriel Valley Municipal Enjoy the artistic talents of Wen L. Wang and Lifeng C. Su at the City Hall Art Gallery in April. lated workshops presented from the Al- Water District hambra Park Bandshell by representatives • Solar City from Home Depot and Tree People. There • Southern California Gas Company will be information booths in which local • Sungreen Systems City Hall features artists businesses and agencies demonstrate mon- • Tree People ey-saving products and services. • Water Wise Now There will be dance performances fea- • West Coast Arborist turing participants from City of Alhambra • Wondries Toyota Wen L. Wang, Leisure Dance Classes, led by instructors from Alhambra’s Jayvee Dance Studio: a jazz routine performed by students ages Lifeng C. Su in April 6 to 9 and a Baby Ballet enacted by 4- to Each month, the art of local artists is style he has called “realistic impressionism,” 6-year-olds. displayed in the City Hall lobby. using a limited number of colors to pro- Chat with regular Eco Fair VIPs, in- In April, enjoy the artistic talents of duce his art works. cluding the H2O Owl, the mascot of Eco Wen L. Wang and Lifeng C. Su during Ms. Su said she has been drawing for Fair’s co-sponsor; the San Gabriel Valley City Hall open hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. as long as she can remember. She received Municipal Water District, who loves to Monday through Friday and Monday training in Chinese painting and calligra- spout off with water-saving tips; as well evenings when either the City Council or phy, resulting in her first prize in a Taiwan as Allied Waste’s MRFy (pronounced Planning Commission is in session. Telecommunication Administration art Murphy), the recycling robot who is made Mr. Wang, a member of the Taiwanese show. with recyclables and who is full of recycling American Art Association, trained as a civil A member of the Taiwanese American information. engineer and took watercolor classes and Art Association, she has pursued her The Bandshell stage will feature Water attended numerous art workshops for more lifelong passion for art since joining the Awareness posters created by Alhambra than 30 years. Chuck Hammond Portrait Workshop at youngsters. The winning posters and artists His subjects include landscapes, sea- the Los Alamitos Community Center. will be announced. scapes, still life, portraits, and flowers in a City Hall is located at 111 S. First St. 04/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 9A 10A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015

The Main Street Collection, 410 W. Main St., was completed in 2014, with 8,200 square feet of retail space, with two current restaurant occupants, Nancy’s Pizza, Al’s Beef, and 86 eco-friendly residential condominiums, including town homes, flats, and shopkeeper and life/work lofts—all of which quickly sold out.

A look back at the West Main Street Corridor – and look ahead to future development Completion of the West Main Street commercial construction projects complet- Corridor is now in the final stretch — a ed were New Century BMW; Alhambra process that began 10 years ago with Volkswagen; the Fresh & Easy/Howard’s the Alhambra Redevelopment Agency Appliances development; and Gateway at and origination of the West Main Street Alhambra County facility. Corridor Master Plan. Following the com- As the West Main Street Corridor flour- pletion of the Alhambra Renaissance Plaza ishes with the ability to “stand on its own,” entertainment complex at Garfield and the City is looking to the revitalization of Main, a plan was developed to revitalize East Main Street. The topic of revitalization Main Street from Atlantic to Garfield that resulted in a brief discussion at a recent would link the corridor with previously City Council study session about the es- redeveloped stretches of Main Street. The tablishment of a new East Main Corridor area was referred to as the West Main Street Commercial District to promote focused Corridor. Its purpose was to enhance the revitalization and preservation from Chapel area and provide residential opportunities Avenue east to the city limits. The proposed that would increase pedestrian activity with changes to be considered could include the addition of new downtown restaurants, eliminating mixed-use type developments retail, and professional office and entertain- (housing would not be allowed) since most ment venues. properties in this area are much smaller and Today, three sites are completed or soon not suitable to large-scale developments. to be completed. The community knows As with the West Main Street Corridor them as the “Main Street Collection,” Master Plan, the establishment of an East southwest corner of Fourth and Main; Main Corridor Commercial District will “Casita De Zen,” northeast corner of include public hearings at future Planning Third and Main; and “Alhambra Plaza,” Commission and City Council meetings. southwest corner of Third and Main. Look for much more about the develop- Together they represent a combined value ment of the East Main Corridor Commer- of $103.6 million and are in addition to cial District in the months to come, and previously completed projects — Alhambra plan to attend any meetings intended for Regency Plaza and Plaza on Main. In the this purpose. The public’s input is imper- 10 years following the creation of the West ative to this process and residents’ ultimate Main Street Corridor, the most important enjoyment of an exemplary quality of life. Toilet exchange scheduled for May 16 Alhambra residents are eligible to a bonus, lower water consumption in this receive a ProFlo High Efficiency Toilet at drought-challenged area. the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water Old, replaced toilets must be returned to District-sponsored toilet exchange from 9 the same site from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 6. a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 16, at the There are no exceptions. Residents will be Alhambra City Yard, charged for the toilet if the old one is not 900 S. New Ave., at returned. Adams Avenue. The exchange is a drive-through event, Apartment dwell- at which residents will show evidence of ers should phone their eligibility (current driver’s license 800-366-6995 for or military I.D. and a copy of the current eligibility details. water bill) and fill out an application form The installationthat will be distributed upon arrival. After of this new low-flow the paperwork has been processed, the new toilet, using 20% less toilets will be loaded into the resident’s car water than standard or truck. low-consumption Residents are responsible for installation toilets, will immedi- of the toilets. ately provide savings For more information, phone on water bills and, as 800-366-6995. 04/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 11A

This graph depicts the Freeway Tunnel Alternative. The alignment for the Freeway Tunnel Alternative would start at the existing southern stub of the SR-710 in Alhambra, north of the I-10, and connect to the existing northern stub of the SR-710, south of the I-210/SR-134 interchange in Pasadena. Short segments of cut-and-cover tunnels would be located at the south and north termini to provide access via portals to the bored tunnels. The portal at the southern terminus would be located south of Valley Boulevard. The portal at the northern terminus would be located north of Del Mar Boulevard. No intermediate interchanges are planned for the tunnel.

SR-710 REPORT From Page 1A The following are some initial points that an enormous amount in subsidies to can be stated at this time, subject to more maintain LRT, much less build it. analysis. Compare: Tunnel users (driving vehi- The tunnel alternative (1) offers the cles) can drive in the tunnel without any greatest improvement in travel times and subsidy paid by the taxpayers. LRT users a substantial reduction in the percent of pay a fare, just as the user of the tunnel long distance trips using local arterials, may also pay a fare. No determination has such as Rosemead Boulevard, Fremont been made about how the tunnel will be Avenue, compared to all the other alter- funded. But if the Tunnel is constructed natives; (2) offers the greatest increase and maintained by a private construction of job opportunities in the region; (3) company, the cost of the tunnel will be decreases morning and evening regional paid for by the fares paid by users of the vehicle hours traveled; (4) significantly tunnel. If it is determined that private relieves congestion on the I-5 — the funds will pay for the construction and most congested freeway in the State of maintenance of the tunnel, the taxpayers California, as well as other connecting will pay no subsidy of any kind to close freeway and arterial highways (the only the GAP. Measure R was approved by alternative that would achieve this goal); voters in Los Angeles County in 2008. and (5) the tunnel would not result in Measure R required that $780 million any significant displacements or affect shall be allocated to construction of the the character or cohesion of any of the Tunnel Gap Closure. In other words, communities under which the tunnel under this type of an innovative funding will be constructed. mechanism the taxpayers have already The Light Rail Transit (LRT) project voted to fund the initial dollars necessary would be constructed in part with a tun- for building and maintaining the tunnel, nel and in part above ground — in the while users of the tunnel will be responsi- air — over the neighborhood of East Los ble for the rest of the cost. Angeles, displacing 15 local businesses Contrast: The total estimated cost of and causing serious blight. The EIR/EIS the LRT alternative is estimated to cost states: “The LRT alternative adversely $2.4 billion largely paid for by taxpayers impacts the community character and and will take six years to construct. public. A 120-day public comment period p.m. A second hearing will be on Tuesday, cohesion of this part of East Los Ange- The estimated cost of the GAP Closure began with the document’s release and April 14, at the Pasadena Convention les,” thereby reducing the quality of life Tunnel is between $3.8 and $5.6 billion, will end on July 6. After that, some time Center. A map viewing will be from 5 of those who live in the neighborhood. depending on whether the tunnel is a will pass until the EIR/EIS becomes final. p.m. to 6 p.m., and a public hearing will It would also not solve existing traffic single bore or dual bore, all of which has A decision on construction will be made be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. A third public congestion or the current foul air quality been allocated by Measure R and is pro- based on the final EIS/EIR. The commu- hearing will be scheduled with date, time, in any way better than the Tunnel GAP jected to be paid for by the users of the nity is invited to review the documents and place to be determined. Closure. tunnel and not the taxpayers. The tunnel linked from the home page of the City’s Community feedback, as noted by And in terms of the cost of the tunnel, will take five years to construct. Web site: www.cityofalhambra.org. Caltrans District 7 Director Carrie Bowen, consider that passengers who use LRT Although the Gap Closure Tunnel The community is encouraged to make is a vital part of the project development pay a fare to ride in rail cars from one alternative now appears to trump all comments on the EIR/EIS in writing ei- process and will be helpful as decisions are fixed location to another, unlike vehicles, the other five alternatives in terms of ther online and/or in person by attending to be made on whether or not the GAP and transfer from one station to another. being able to achieve the regional goal of the public hearings offered this month. closure tunnel will be constructed. The Vehicles go everywhere. This alternative improving traffic efficiency, no decisions The first will take place Saturday, April 11, Alhambra City Council urges the entire rail service will be subsidized by taxpay- have been made on whether or not the at the Roscoe C. Ingalls Auditorium on community to become engaged in the ers. LRT users pay a fare which does not Gap Closure Tunnel or any of the other the campus of East Los Angeles College. debate, saying it’s our larger valley region amount to enough to both build and four alternatives will be selected for A map viewing will be from 10 a.m. to 11 and our hometown quality of life — now maintain the rail system. Taxpayers pay construction. The Draft EIR/EIS is now a.m. and public hearing from 11 a.m. to 4 and in the future — that’s at stake. 12A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Know a WWII veteran who lives in Alhambra? Every community in America has a heritage of service from the World War II era. America lost 405,399 men and women in WWII, including 78,979 MIA. Although nearly 90% of the more than 16 million who served have passed on, a national celebration, that was unanimously voted upon by Con- gress, is being staged to commemorate the end of WWII and the legacy of service of the WWII generation. The City of Alhambra is making plans to join the celebratory efforts and is in the process of developing a roster of World War II veterans who are still living in Alhambra so they can be recognized in conjunction with the national celebration. “This may be the last time America can come together to say thank you to the men and women of the WWII generation who did so much to assure to make whatever choices they like,” he wrote. a better future for their children and The national celebration marking the end their children’s children,” said Warren of WWII, to conclude on the weekend of Aug. Hegg, national programs director of 14-16, was kicked off earlier this year with the “Keep the Spirit of ’45 Alive,”(www. Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade honoring Spiritof45.org), a non-profit grassroots Louis Zamperini, hero of “Unbroken,” and leg- coalition of organizations that are endary Japanese American WWII veterans who planning 70th anniversary events and were being honored on the City of Alhambra’s activities. float. The celebration will conclude with media As noted by Tom Brokaw in his events in Times Square/San Diego; WWII air- book, The Greatest Generation, much craft flyovers; a cross country convoy of WWII of the freedom and affluence that military vehicles; wreath-laying ceremonies, and Americans enjoy today is attributable “Spiritfest” events in Las Vegas, Queen Mary, to the WWII era generation.“They etc. have given the succeeding generations Veterans, or those who know a veteran who the opportunity to accumulate great was enlisted during the War and who currently economic wealth, political muscle, and lives in Alhambra, please phone 626-570-5090, the freedom from foreign oppression or e-mail [email protected]. Superstars, Basketball Sports Camp registration begins April 20 Summer and sports go together, and 29 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and the City of Alhambra Recreation Division Fridays at the Almansor Park Gymnasium has two programs specifically designed for and ending on July 10. Session II is Inter- children, providing them with the oppor- mediate Basketball, running the same time, tunity to hone their sports skills, develop same days, and same location, beginning sportsmanship and teamwork, and learn July 13 and ending July 24. the value of hard work. That’s a total of four weeks of basket- The Superstars Club, for youngsters 5 to ball concentration, focusing not just on 8 years old, is an eight-week introduction to ball-handling, dribbling, and defense, but eight separate sports, with weekly concen- also — more importantly — on lessons tration on one sport. Sessions are scheduled that involve self-esteem, teamwork, and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays, hard work. Wednesdays, and Fridays at both Almansor Registration for Basketball Sports Park and Granada Park. Participants will Camp, on a first-come, first-served basis, learn the rules and skills for kickball, field also begins on Monday, April 20, but hockey, flag football, baseball, dodge ball, continues until July 17, or until the Camp soccer, Frisbee, and basketball. roster is full. The registration fee is $30 per Registration is on a first-come, first- session, which includes a free Sports Camp served basis and will be open from Monday, T-Shirt. April 20, through Friday, May 29, or until Registration for both the Superstars each Superstars Club site roster is full. Reg- Club and the Basketball Sports Camp istration for the eight-week experience is may be completed online at www.cityo- $30 and includes a free Superstars T-shirt. falhambra.org; in person at the Recreation The Superstars will begin their training Division Office at Almansor Park, 800 S. on June 1 and complete it on July 24. Almansor St.; or by phone at 626-570- The Basketball Sports Camp, for 7- to 5081. In-person and phone registrations 13-year-olds, is divided into two separate may be completed weekdays between 8 sessions: Session I is Beginning Basketball, a.m. and 5 p.m. running from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. June 04/2015 CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 13A Reduce risks associated with storing Household Hazardous Waste Products at home Take items to a County-sponsored collection event The nearest County-sponsored House- at a free Household Hazard Waste Collec- hold Hazardous Waste collection event tion (HHW) event sponsored by the Los this month will be offered from 9 a.m. to Angeles County Department of Public 3 p.m., Saturday, April 18, at El Monte Works for L.A. County residents. HHW Airport, 4233 N. Santa Anita Ave., El should never be placed in a trash bin, Monte 91731. For other dates, refer to the discarded on the ground, or poured down County’s Household Hazardous Waste the sink or a storm drain. calendar at www.CleanLA.com. All residents of Los Angeles County are Leftover bags of lawn chemicals, used encouraged to dispose up to 15 gallons motor oil, or paint and paint remover or 125 pounds of household hazardous from the last remodeling project are prod- waste free of charge at one of the County’s ucts that are harmful to humans, animals, monthly mobile collection events. Atten- and the environment. There is always dants will pull the items from your trunk the risk of injury and poisoning, as well — no need to even get out of the car. as spills,that can result in fire danger and Items to pack up include adhesive, aerosol explosions if they continue to be stored at cans, antifreeze, auto fluids, batteries, home. fluorescent lights, combustible fluids, The City of Alhambra recommends herbicides, pesticides, pool chemicals, and disposing of household hazardous waste oil-based paints and stains, etc.

The Taste of Alhambra event will not be offered anymore. Thanks to the community for all of the support! For more information, phone the Chamber at 626-282-8481

Volunteers and residents spent a day cleaning up in the area of Emery Park last February. The event was a success with the collection of more than 11 tons of trash. Residents, volunteers team up for first Neighborhood Clean-up Day The City’s first Neighborhood Clean- fellow neighbors on a cold winter morn- up event to make and keep Alhambra ing. They were The Church of Jesus Christ beautiful was a shining success with a Latter-Day Saints, The San Gabriel Valley strong showing of city pride. Hosted in New Generation Rotary, Alhambra High late February by the Alhambra Code School Key Club, Alhambra First Baptist Enforcement Division, the free massive Church, and employees of The Home community clean-up effort, in the area Depot. Also to be recognized for their ser- of Emery Park between Commonwealth vices are employees of the Alhambra Code and Concord, brought together 121 Enforcement Division, Alhambra Police volunteers, including Alhambra churches Department, and Development Services and service organizations and Emery Park Housing Division; the Housing Rights residents. Center; Republic Services; and Society for What could be better than a day of free California Veterinary Vaccine Care. helping hands to assist with a burdensome The contributions of Clean-up Day project or accumulated trash; free dump- sponsors also helped make the event a great sters to dispose of unwanted furniture, ap- success. Sponsors from local businesses pliances, tree trimmings, trash, junk, and included Republic Services, US Storage debris; free e-waste pickup — as well as Centers, Huerta Produce, Smart & Final, free informational workshops on property Shakey’s Pizza, Vittoria Pizza, Albertsons, maintenance and home improvements; PetSmart, Starbucks, and Costco. low-cost pet clinic; and opportunity for The City of Alhambra is committed to neighbors to get acquainted with their the enjoyment of clean and safe neighbor- neighbors. hoods where people live, work, and play. In a selected area of 300 homes in the With the success of this first event, ad- Emery Park area, 70 houses participated ditional events are in the planning stage. in receiving clean-up services, thereby Residents who think their neighborhood making positive and visible neighborhood could use some sprucing up and cleaning changes. At day’s end, residents and up or companies looking to sponsor an volunteers had collected and disposed of event are urged to contact Rafael Perez, 11.59 tons of trash equaling five 40-yard Code Enforcement supervisor, at 626- roll-off bins. 570-3230; [email protected]. Special thanks are owed to the many Thanks again to all who helped make volunteer groups who came out to help a difference. 14A CITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Have You Heard? ChickensWelcome.com Since the beginning, Around volume data over a 24-hour period, Alhambra Municipal Alhambra has strived to provide the there is a notable decrease in traffic flow community with news of what is hap- in some parts of the city. For example, Alhambra Dental pening around town, programs being along Fremont Avenue from the south- offered by the City, the School District, ern city limit to the 10 Freeway, traffic Code modified, approved and businesses and organizations. flow was less in 2014 than in both 1999 To have neighborhoods that are City’s ability to enforce and minimize However, individual readers might be and 2009. On Main Street, there has attractive, vibrant, and well-maintained (888)deteriorated and unsafe conditions. 398-1377 The interested in more, or may have heard been a noticeable decrease. At Main requires the cooperation of all individual new code revisions, which deal with something from a neighbor, hairdresser, and Atlantic, comparative counts de- property owners and tenants. While both aging properties as well as new or at church. This new column seeks to creased from 26,200 in 2009 to 23,030 most residents100 work hard South to keep Al- developments, First are Street intended to make • it Alhambra, CA 91801 answer questions that are on the minds in 2014, and at Main and Garfield, hambra beautiful, issues of non-compli- easier for property owners and occu- of Alhambrans. they decreased from 26,900 in 2009 to ance are still all too common. From July pants to maintain their properties and Is it true that Ralph’s Market on 22,997 in 2014. Thus, it would appear 1, 2012 to June 30, 2014, Alhambra allow for easier understanding of what Main Street is going out of business? that the impression of additional traffic Code ExperienceEnforcement Officers investigated entails athe prohibited nuisance Difference condition. in One Visit Yes, Ralphs chose not to renew its lease on our streets is not correct. approximately 7,000 cases of code The newly revised code is intentional- and is closing in early April. While the Is it true that a dog park may violations. ly broad to giveLOOSE code enforcement staff, TEETH City is sorry to see Ralphs leave Alham- be coming to Alhambra? There is a With only three full-time officers, the with direction from the Police Depart- bra, it welcomes 99 Ranch Market to proposal, but the project is still in the work load is intense. Code enforcement ment, the ability to address many differ- Alhambra. With company-owned store preliminary stages of development with officers are on duty seven days a week, Beforeent problem properties, as in the case of In One Visit locations in California, Nevada, Texas, no specific action taken to authorize and there is a 24-hour Code Enforce- dance halls, nightclubs, pool halls, bars,

and Washington State, the 99 Ranch the project. The southeastern corner of ment hotline. As the last amendment party houses, and boarding houses, to

Market offers high-quality produce, New Avenue and Ramona Street has to the City’s public nuisance code was name a few, and intended to promote

meat and poultry, seafood, and bakery been identified by staff as a possible made in 1986, it was determined that the effective use of administrative cita-

items at competitive prices. dog park location after many residents the existing code was sometimes ambig- tion remedies, abatement of nuisances Has Alhambra’s population been have expressed an interest in having uous and in need of greater clarification. by City personnel using administrative increasing over the past 20 years? a dog park. After staff presented the Earlier this year, Chapter 6.26 of the remedies, criminal remedy, and civil/ U.S. Census data indicates that Alham- proposal at a recent City Council study Alhambra Municipal Code was modified injunctive remedy—while still ensuring bra’s population, from 1980 to 1990, session, City Council directed them to and approved, thereby strengthening the due process to any responsible party. sustained a 27% increase, but only gather additional construction details 4.5% increase from 1990 to 2000. In and to report their findingsto the Parks the most recent Census taken in 2010, & Recreation Commission. Interested there was actually a decrease of 3.1%. dog owners and residents are invited to The following crimes were reported to the AlhambraT PoliceOOTH Department in SAVED The biggest boost of all took place be- the Parks & Recreation Commission February. The areas of occurrenceThis are examplelisted to the showsnearest blockhow Dr.—not Johnexact addresses. Chao saved a hopelessly loose tooth in ONE tween 1960 and 1990, when the City’s meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 2, at By publishing these reports, it isEASY hoped thatCOMFORTABLE Alhambra residents will VISIT take the necessaryand at a fraction of the cost of implants! population increased from 54,807 to Joslyn Center, 210 N. Chapel Ave. Staff measures to ensure their individual safety, as well as the safety(individual of their property. results vary). 82,106, respectively. will present a preliminary concept for Neighborhood Watch Works! To join Neighborhood Watch, or for more crime It sure seems traffic has increased the proposed dog park. Attendees will prevention information and safety tips, contact the Alhambra Police Department in Alhambra with the construction of be invited to address the commission Crime Prevention Office at 626-570-5177. NEGLECTED TEETH all the mixed-use and other develop- in regards to their questions, support, District One District Two 500 S. Westmont ments. Is this really the case? When or opposition. Finally, the City Council Burglary (2) Burglary (2) 700 S. Orange Grove comparing traffic flow maps of 1999, will consider the project at its meeting 100 S. Chapel 1000 S. GranadaBefore900 S. Fremont In One Visit 2009, and 2014, which provide traffic at 7 p.m. Monday, April 27. 600 N. Hidalgo 1800 S. Fifth Grand Theft Auto (3) Theft/Burglary from Theft/Burglary from 1100 W. Commonwealth Vehicle (12) Vehicle (2) 1700 W. Pepper 10 E. Commonwealth(x2) 1800 S. Sierra Vista 600 S. Westminster

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*Master, Academy of General Dentistry Alhambra Dental “Less than 2% of General Dentists in the United States are Masters,” according to the (888) 398-1377 Academy of General Dentistry SE HABLA ESPAÑOL 04/2015 CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 15A Alhambra Chamber board takes action opposing costly Double Overtime Bill AB 67 by Gonzales BY OWEN GUENTHARD, LEGISLATIVE It is also important to understand that AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AB 67 is not explicitly limited to hourly Alhambra Chamber of Commerce paid employees and therefore includes President Lee Lieberg, Landz Real Estate, exempt and salaried employees. Under announced that the Chamber Board of AB 67, no matter how long the exempt A-1 Self Storage, 2300 Poplar Blvd., Alhambra, had its grand opening and ribbon Directors recently voted to join with the employee actually worked on the “family cutting on March 10. A-1 Self Storage provides secure, affordable self storage to California State Chamber of Commerce holiday,” that employee would be entitled businesses and residents in the western San Gabriel Valley, including Alhambra, and a number of other prominent cham- to double compensation for the entire day. bers in opposing the “Double Pay On The The mandate would obviously create a Monterey Park, South Pasadena, and San Gabriel. The state-of-the-art facility features Holiday Act of 2015” by State Assembly- windfall for exempt employees who may convenient online bill payment and 24-hour surveillance cameras. From left: Chamber member Lorena Gonzales. The bill would only work an hour or two on a “family Ambassador Cecilia Garcia; Alhambra Councilmember Steven Placido, D.D.S.; A1- provide that employers pay no less than holiday.” Self Storage employees Kevin Walker and Evelyn La; and Past Alhambra Chamber twice the employee’s regular compensation Another criticism of the bill is that President Frank Chen. on a family holiday defined as “December process of establishing the regular rate of 25 and the fourth Thursday of each year,” pay could cause a great deal of confusion The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce commonly defined as Christmas and in that it is a complicated calculation that thanks these members for renewing their memberships Thanksgiving. goes beyond just the employee’s hourly Those opposing the bill feel that AB pay. Regular rate of pay may include differ- and for their continued support: 67 could violate the employer’s right to ent kinds of remunerations such as hourly 28 West Industrial and Commercial Seidner’s Collision Center 28 W. Main St. Bank of China 15 N. Curtis religious freedom and that the Legislature earnings, salary, piecework earnings, and Alhambra, CA 91801 388 E. Valley Blvd. #118 Alhambra, CA 91801 should not mandate certain days as more commissions. Calculation errors on the 626-281-1777 Alhambra, CA 91801 626-300-0006 Member since 2013 626-300-8888 Member since 1994 significant based upon religious or cultural regular rate of pay or failure to comply with Member since 2013 beliefs that may not be maintained by other provisions of this mandate could add Advanced Promotional Products Shakey’s Pizza 2818 W. Main St. Kind and Total Health System 2234 W. Valley Blvd. everyone. The other significant reason for another threat of litigation against Califor- Alhambra, CA 91801 409 W. Main St. Alhambra, CA 91803 opposing the bill is the fact that it will nia employers. 626-282-7001 Alhambra, CA 91801 626-576-7851 Member since 2009 626-382-1263 Member since 2007 cause an unavoidable increase in the cost “For these reasons, the Alhambra Member since 2008 Chamber of Commerce is opposed to AB Allstate Insurance Company Soroptimist Intn’l/Alh./SG/SM of doing business for those employers with 820 W. Las Tunas Drive Marie Callender’s Restaurant P.O. Box 343 a business model that does not allow them 67 by Assemblymember Gonzales,” said San Gabriel, CA 91776 220 S. 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“The Ultimate No Holds Barred Guide to Selling and Cast of Ain’t She Suite by Jay Parker. Actors: Greg Langner, Anthony Suarez, Cameron Parker, Gabby Boyd, Buying a Home in Alhambra and the San Gabriel Valley” Zack Guzman. Presented by Rudy Kusuma, Re/Max Titanium Thursday, April 16 • Noon to 1:30 p.m. Alhambra Chamber of Commerce Board Room 104 S. First St. Mosaic Lizard Theater This Chamber program, offered on the third Thursday of each month, provides informative and educational seminars pertinent to small businesses. The cost of the program is free to Chamber members. There is a $15 charge for non-members. focuses on performing arts Lunch is included. The Mosaic Lizard Theater opened on they don’t charge, but they do require an To make reservations, or for more information about the Chamber’s Lunch & Learn program, contact Irma Hernandez, Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, at 626-282-8481 or ihernandez@ Main Street in Alhambra in 2011. In the extensive screening with those who want to alhambrachamber.org. theater’s original location, it was a comedy join them. and performance art group called the Sub- Some of the most popular shows terranean Lizard. include Barton, which was the first play at “It’s a small space in Alhambra on Main the theater; Madame Butterfly, a Japanese Street with a lizard marquee; we focus on play done in English; a Murder Mystery; the performing arts,” said Alhambra resi- and Spiderman and Batman satires done by dent and Director, Jay Parker. “We see the Cameron Parker, son of Mr. Parker. space as a service to enrich the culture in Admission prices are lower than any the community.” theater because they want to make the live He chose Alhambra to build the theater theater experience accessible to everyone in because he lives here and he knew there was the community. an interest in establishing a live theater in “We work with a lot of kids serious the community. That’s when he changed about acting but who can’t afford to pay for the theater’s logo to go with the Mosaic workshops or classes, so we make scholar- theme of Downtown Alhambra and re- ships available to them and allow them to named it as the Mosaic Lizard Theater. work around the theater,” said Mr. Parker. “What makes Mosaic Lizard Theater They are currently working on bringing The John L. Raya Insurance Group hosted the Chamber’s Lunch & Learn March different is we don’t typically rent it out,” the live theater experience to the deaf 19. The topic was “Profit or Loss? How to Identify and Manage the Risks of Doing Business.” The program included a checklist to help identify the obvious and not-so- said Mr. Parker. “This keeps the theater in community. obvious hazards that can result in lost property, lost income, and lost sleep. Jeanne really good shape, and we have been told “Anyone interested in getting involved Raya was the speaker. John L. Raya Insurance, 401 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel, that we are the “nicest little theater in L.A.’” is welcome to come see a show or get offers one-stop shopping for a full range of products, including home, renters, auto, Mr. Parker has had a theatrical back- involved in a workshop,” said Mr. Parker. business, life, health, and retirement plans. ground as an actor and playwright since he “We are always accepting donations to keep was 15 years old. Right out of high school, this project going. It’s exciting to see people he went to East Los Angeles College to study who have embraced us keep coming back repertory theater and received a lot of edu- and bringing friends with them.” cation from schools and real life experience. Upcoming special plays will be a musical Some of his career highlights include adaptation of Robin Hood in April. At the writing productions and publishing plays. end of April, there will be an encore per- He has performed in some shows in the formance from 2014 of Testament during Lizard Theater, as well as in Studio City and Easter weekend and Shakespeare’s Tempest Hollywood. He also worked at Universal by Greg Langmer. Studios for nine years creating and writing General admission tickets are available characters. for April shows, and there are discounts for The Mosaic Lizard Theater does not students and seniors. There is something have employees, but instead has 60 – 70 going on every night at the Mosaic Lizard volunteers, including actors who have sup- Theater, 112 W. Main St. ported the theater over the years. A lot of For information about upcoming students who have volunteered have gone shows, phone 626-202-2859. The audi- on to attend college. ence is welcome to talk to the staff after a The theater’s mission is to be a safe performance. haven for actors with no membership dues. The Web site is www.lizardtheater.com. Cathay Bank, 43 E. Valley Blvd., Alhambra, hosted the Chamber’s Mixer on Feb. 25. A lot of young actors come to them because “Like” them at facebook/mosaictheater. 04/2015 CHAMBER NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 19A

Alhambra Golf Course is known for having the best greens in San Gabriel Valley, which draws a lot of visitors. Alhambra Golf Course offers several community clubs. Some of the club options include the Men’s Club, Ladies Most recently they replaced their fleet of 70 golf cars, installed GPS to enhance the experience, and added club, Seniors club, and an active group of Junior golfers. amenities normally found at large resorts. Heritage Alhambra Golf Course celebrates 60 years serving community Alhambra Golf Course opened in 1955. merchandise, lessons, rentals, golf carts, and a group of Junior Golfers. The City having the best greens in the San Gabriel Originally named Almansor Golf Course, an electric golf fleet, and driving range of Alhambra is happy to be involved Valley, which draws a lot of visitors. Most it opened as a nine-hole executive course, operations. As a contractor for the city of with a Southern California Golf Associ- recently, the golf course replaced its fleet of shorter than a regulation golf course. Alhambra, he acts as an agent to collect fees ation “Youth On Course,” which offers 70 golf cars, installed GPS to enhance the In the late 1970s, the course was for the city and help establish policy for the discounts for Junior Golfers and hosts an experience, and added amenities normally expanded to an 18-hole course when the course. annual drive chip and putt competition for found at large resorts. Alhambra railroad was moved under- Almansor Court is contracted to handle Juniors. The Golf Shop hours are 5:30 a.m. to 7 ground and reopened in 1983. It was food and beverage operations, and Valley The City of Alhambra Partners with the p.m. Monday through Friday and 5 a.m. renamed Alhambra Golf Course. In 1986, Crest is contracted to handle golf course Chamber of Commerce for an annual golf to 7 p.m. weekends. Driving range hours the Clubhouse and the Almansor Banquet maintenance. tournament by donating the course for one open at daylight and remain open until Hall were added. The three-tier structured The 800-square-foot store is a full ser- afternoon in an effort to raise funds for 11 p.m. in the winter. From May 1 to the driving range was built and opened in vice golf shop that offers clubs and bags, youth programs, including the Junior Golf end of October, they remain open until 1991. Today some still refer to the course soft goods and shoes, along with person- program. midnight. as Almansor Golf course. alized service, custom fittings, and other “We are a fun and family friendly golf The golf course is located at 630 Alhambra Golf Course is a 100-acre merchandise. course,” said Mr. Wisz.“I love playing here S. Almansor St. The phone number is facility with a banquet hall, driving range, The community clubs are some of the because I am still challenged by the course 626-570-5059. The Web site is www.al- and clubhouse. It is managed by Director core supporters of the golf course. They even after all these years.” hambragolf.com. Like them on Facebook. Jerry Wisz of Golf Wisz Corp. and was built play every weekend and fill a good portion Alhambra Golf Course is known for comAlhambra-Golf-Course. and is owned by the City of Alhambra. of Saturday and Sundays. There are month- “We offer a full service shop and are ly tournaments and general meetings that NEW BUSINESSES From Page 1A dedicated to bringing our customers the take place the first Thursdays of every baked in a blazing-hot stone hearth. Fresh how to cook easier, simpler, and healthier. best deals,” said Mr. Wisz. “People enjoy month, which include a Pro report of the pizza toppings are offered assembly line In addition to LOHAS, the inter- coming into the golf shop, and I’m proud golf course. The community clubs are style, much like customers would find nationally renowned 85° Bakery will to say we continue to offer the shop to our always evolving, and the public is welcome at a Chipotle or Subway restaurant. The open at the Alhambra Pacific Plaza. This customers.” to join. chain’s architecture has a sleek, modern, Taiwanese-style bakery, which provides Mr. Wisz handles the operations for Some of the club options include the urban feel with lots of stainless steel and five-star quality coffee, cakes, and breads the golf course, which include Golf Shop Men’s Club, Ladies Club, Seniors Club, wood making. It a pleasure to come with at not so five-star prices, currently has friends or family. more than 800 stores in Taiwan, China, Two more reasons to look forward to Australia, Hong Kong, and the U.S.A. the future of Downtown Alhambra, but Its nearest location to Alhambra is in that’s not all. Old Town Pasadena. There are also other The Alhambra Pacific Plaza is also edg- locations in Buena Park, Cerritos, Chino ing toward completion and the launch Hills, Fullerton, Gardena, Garden Grove, of LOHAS Market and 85° Bakery in Hacienda Heights, Irvine, Torrance, and Alhambra. West Covina. LOHAS, which is an acronym for One last piece of news: the 99 Ranch Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability, will Market will replace Ralphs with a ten- offer a new concept in grocery shopping tative late summer or early fall opening. for “natural foods,” by being committed Based in Buena Park, the market has to putting healthier foods into the hands more than 30 stores and offers a great of consumers with products that are bet- selection of fresh seafood and vegetables, ter for people and the planet — such as as well as specialty items. non-GMO, organic, Fair Trade/Fair for So, there are five new businesses to Life, vegetarian, raw, paleo, natural and look forward to. Stay tuned to Around organic products, and green eco products Alhambra as more details are revealed from paper to sustainable clothing and about even more new businesses coming apparel. LOHAS also plans to host cook- to Downtown Alhambra in the very near ing classes that will teach the community future. Cathay Bank, 43 E. Valley Blvd., Alhambra, hosted the Chamber’s Mixer on Feb. 25. In 1962, Cathay Bank opened for business with the mission of providing financial services to the growing Chinese-American community in the greater Los Angeles area, thus becoming the first Chinese-American bank in Southern California. Recognizing that the community it served was part of a more diverse one, Cathay Bank adopted the motto “An Open Door for All.” Its rapid expansion was fueled by successive waves of immigration, burgeoning trade between America and Asia, and the economic development of the surrounding community. From left are Frank Chen, Chamber immediate past president; Valarie Gomez, CEO of West San Gabriel YMCA; Hsiao Ing Lin, vice president/assistant regional manager; Jennifer Do, vice president/branch manager; Howard Tung, vice president/mortgage sales manager; Wilson Tang, senior vice president/district administrator, So. Cal; Ross Chung, first vice president/regional sales & service officer; and Lee Lieberg, Alhambra Chamber president. 20A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015

Camp Ramona, on the grounds of Ramona Convent Secondary School, is a summer day camp for boys and girls entering fi rst through sixth grades. Swimming, biking, board games, basketball, volleyball, tennis, a talent show, dance classes, barbecues, weekly themes and activities, and fi eld trips will be off ered from June 22 to July 24. Camp Ramona Day Camp offers summer activities for fi rst- through sixth-graders Camp Ramona, a summer day camp board games, basketball, volleyball, tennis, for boys and girls entering fi rst through a talent show, dance classes, barbecues, sixth grades, will be off ered from 8 a.m. to weekly themes and activities, and fi eld 5 p.m. June 22 to July 24 on the beautiful trips. Th e counselors, who are energetic grounds of Ramona Convent Second- young adults, supervise and organize the ary School, 1701 W. Ramona Road, activities for the campers and are planning Alhambra. to continue on a career of their own work- Children learn and play in a safe and se- ing with children. All Camp Ramona staff rene setting, with picnic areas, swimming members are First Aid certifi ed. pool, gymnasium, tennis courts, biking Th e camp also off ers part-time and and hiking trails, gentle hills, and lots of half-week programs. trees. Unlike other local summer camps For more information, go to www. that take place in a public park setting, campramona.org. Camp Ramona is located on a private “Send in your registration soon,” said school campus, completely surrounded by camp Director Alma Garcia. “We tend to gates. Th ere are also security guards. sell out every summer, so don’t get left out Th e camp off ers swimming, biking, on all the fun!” 04/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 21A Register for AEF’s Summer High School, K-8 Summer Academy programs Alhambra Educational Foundation to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. (AEF) will register K-12 students for its Late registration is offered May 18 through popular Summer High School and K-8 May 28 for additional tuition cost. On- Summer Academy programs, which will site registration is June 8 and 9 if space is be offered from June 8 through July 16. available. AEF’s Summer High School program, an For K-8 students, AEF’s Summer Acad- accredited program by the Western Asso- emy offers a blend of academic courses Ramona Convent Secondary School students help on the farm at Ramona Convent. Junior Danielle ciation of Schools and Colleges, will take and fun enrichment classes. Elementary Valenzuela, front, helps trim the trees, and junior Ileana Vasquez helps clear brush. place at Alhambra High School. The K-8 students have a wide variety of courses to Summer Academy will again be offered at choose from this year, including Under the Ynez Elementary in Monterey Park. Sea: Marine Biology, Literature Through Incoming ninth-through 12th-grade Movies, Theatre Arts/Drama, Beginning students from all private and public schools Journalism, and Essay & Expository Ramona Convent’s farm are in invited to enroll in courses, which in- Writing. The K-8 Summer Academy will clude core academic courses such as algebra again be offered at Ynez Elementary School II, trig/pre-calc, biology, chemistry, U.S. in Monterey Park, with the elementary art, builds sustainable living history, and world history, and enrichment culinary art classes and the popular Bas- and elective coursework, including expos- ketball Camp just a bus ride away at Mark Ramona Convent now has a farm that Paietta, a member of the board of trustees, itory writing, speech and debate, robotics Keppel High School. The School of Rock brings fresh, non-processed produce that has donated money in order to secure tools and engineering, and SAT test preparation and Culinary Arts extended day courses are will allow Ramona students to appreciate and other gardening supplies. Gil Vargas class. also available for incoming sixth- through the natural food so often take for granted. (Josephine Vargas ‘18) has donated his time “The AEF High School Summer pro- eighth-grade students from 3:30 to 5:30 Ramona Convent hopes that building a and equipment assisting in rehabilitating gram is proud to be accredited by the West- p.m. at Mark Keppel High School. farm may influence the community to the land located behind the pool and gym. ern Association of Schools and Colleges, AEF’s K-8 Summer Academy classes make at least one choice each day a healthy Jessica Franco ‘15 and Kendall Alvarez and we look forward to providing a quality focus on preparing students academically choice. ‘16 have volunteered their leadership. educational program for all students, both for the coming school year, in a fun, stress- As a student, it can seem difficult to Eighty-seven students have signed up for within the District and those from adjacent free environment. Courses such as Getting find time to prepare a healthful meal when the new agriculture club, and many faculty communities,” said Steve Perry, AEF board Ready for Kindergarten, Bridge to First juggling AP classes and extra-curricular and staff have volunteered their time in president. Grade, the science and math classes for activities. Now, the students will have the order to help the farm project get off the Early bird registration is Saturday, grades four through eight, and the popular opportunity to get these foods straight from ground. April 11, at the Alhambra High School music classes help students think creatively, their campus. The farm will provide nutri- Ramona Convent’s president, Sr. Kath- Cafeteria, 101 S. Second St. Juniors and become problem-solvers, learn new social tional food that is also free from pesticides. leen Callaway, SNJM, and the school’s seniors register from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 skills, and get a jump on curriculum for the As the celebration of Ramona Convent’s Principal Mary E. Mansell have given ad- a.m.; sophomores and freshmen register coming school year. 125th anniversary continues, they recall vice, mentorship, and enthusiasm. Aulikki from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. All students For more information, please go to among all the events of Ramona’s history Flagan has contributed her grant-writing can register from 1 to 2 p.m. Everyone is www.aef4kids.com and follow AEF on that it was once home to an orange grove abilities in order to secure much needed encouraged to take advantage of the lowest Facebook. and olive garden. They are bringing back funding. tuition rate on this date. a part of Ramona’s history, while providing To volunteer or find out more informa- There is no registration from April 13 to an environmentally friendly method of tion, please contact Mr. Laborie via e-mail April 21. Registration resumes on April 22 acquiring organic, energy packed foods. at [email protected]. through May 14 at the Alhambra Educa- Many members of the Ramona Con- Article submitted by Jessica Franco ‘15, tional Foundation Office, 1515 W. Mission vent community have offered money, farm manager, and Francois Laborie, retreat Road, Marengo building, first floor, 9 a.m. equipment, and time to this project. Kay coordinator and theology teacher. 22A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Rotary Clubs to sponsor Radioactive Charity annual Heart Walk Fashion & Dance Show to Th e Rotary Club of Alhambra and Los Angeles. SGV New Generation will host the annual Over the years, the Walk has raised Joseph “Peppy” Sciarra Heart Walk on more than $100,000. “Th e community Saturday, April 11. Th e walk will take place has been very generous in their support to be presented April 11 at Almansor Park, 800 S. Almansor St. Children’s Hospital,” said Peppy Sciarra, QueenVee Entertainment Registration will be at the Alhambra chairman of the event. will present its fi fth annual char- Golf Course – Birdies Grill. Registration Th e entry fee is $50. Checks can be ity fashion and dance showcase, opens at 9:30 a.m. Th e walk starts at mailed to Alhambra Rotary Charites “Radioactive Charity Fashion & 10 a.m. A barbecue lunch provided by Foundation, P.O. 142, Alhambra, CA Dance Show,” in collaboration Almansor Court will be served at 11 a.m. 91802. with Dance for Peace Charity Proceeds from the Walk will benefi t the For additional information, please and Jayvee Dance Center at Cardiac Care Unit at Children’s Hospital phone 626-282-8481. 7 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Th roop Hall in Pasadena. “Featuring more than 10 local vendor booths, gourmet food truck, live auction, and an electrifying cast of fashion and dance entertainment, this is a celebration you don’t want to miss,” said Jayvee Studio Man- ager Tu DeVera. “Th e stylists are ready, and Jayvee’s Adult Class dancers can’t wait to show you the hot moves they’ve learned 2014 scholarship recipients, from left: Breana Minjares, Alyssa this season.” Muniz, and Isabella Macias. Th e event is also a chance to support aspiring young artists in the community. Proceeds from fashions catch your eye, 18 years and older only. Radioactive will contribute to the labels will be set up for For more information, Dance for Peace Charity, which purchase for you to peruse phone 626-310-0624. will fund scholarships to stu- at your pleasure,” said Ms. Get tickets at www. dents at Jayvee Dance Center to DeVera. “Remember to RadioactiveChari- inspire dancers to develop their dress to impress for your tyShow.eventbrite. talents. red carpet entrance.” com and fb.com/ “In case any of the glorious Th is event is for adults DanceForPeaceCharity. 04/2015 COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 23A Sen. Ed Hernandez honors student Cecilia Nunez as Woman of Achievement, Emerging Leader Ramona Convent Junior Cecilia Andrea Jennings Nunez has been selected by the offi ce of Sen. Ed Hernandez as the recipient for the 2015 Women of Th e Alhambra/Monterey Park AYSO Girls U14 Soccer Team won the Section 1 Southern California League Achievement Awards in the category of Championship on March 1. From left are Madeline Godinez, Leonor Corona, Manami Hayashi, Briana Emerging Leader. “Bebe” Cabadas, Nicole “Nikki” Hernandez, Alyssa Torres, Amanda Ramirez, Ameyalli Hill, Sabrina Cecilia is recognized for her work as Vasquez, Jade Gamez, and Kysa Hayashi. a tutor, trainer for tutors, and student board member for Project Neo, an after-school educational organization for at-risk youth in the San Gabriel Valley. Alhambra/Monterey Park Project Neo also mentors volunteers in developing strong leadership skills. Ce- cilia has provided guidance and support AYSO Girls U14 Soccer Team to the students in the program and has shown great leadership in encouraging and training her Ramona classmates as wins League Championship tutors for Project Neo. Ramona Convent Junior Cecilia Andrea Jennings Nunez Upon entrance to Ramona Convent, has been selected by the offi ce of Senator Ed Hernandez as the recipient for the 2015 Women of Achievement Th e Alhambra/Monterey Park AYSO bad weather, were played short of players Cecilia received Honors at Entrance Awards in the category of Emerging Leader. Girls U14 Soccer Team won the Section and without substitute players,’ said Coach with Merit and has been a member of 1 Southern California League Champi- Abel Hernandez. “Th e competition was the California Scholarship Federation, onship on March 1 in Riverside. As the tough and the games intense, but the girls National Honor Society, Key Club, Achievement Awards, Cecilia will be installed Section1 Southern California Champs, played extremely well together with pride and she is currently serving as Junior this month by Trustee Mike Eng of the Los the team advanced to play the Western and determination. It’s been an excellent Class Treasurer. Th is school year, Cecilia Angeles Community College District Board State Championship on March 21 and display of teamwork.” co-founded the Women United Club, a of Trustees as the newly elected president of came in fi rst place out of 1,400 teams. Coach Hernandez’s direction for the student group on campus that invokes the Project NEO Student Leaders Board. Th e team’s journey started in the fall of girls is to have fun rather than focusing on women’s rights and discusses the societal Ramona Convent, guided by the core 2014. Th e girls represented the Alhambra/ winning. “Team 3,” as the team refers to issues surrounding gender-based inequal- values of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Monterey Park Region in the San Gabriel itself, consists of members Briana “Bebe” ities. Her goal is to off er an assembly on Jesus and Mary, off ers its students numerous Valley Area 1C League Play Th ru Champi- Cabadas, Nicole “Nikki” Hernandez, campus about female empowerment and opportunities for growth that empower them onship, and the team won fi rst place. Th en Sammie Gonzalez, Leonor Corona, help her fellow school mates change the to become leaders who make a diff erence for the team qualifi ed and advanced to play in Madeline Godinez, Ameyalli Hill, Jade societal beauty standard to which young good in their community and world. Cecilia the Section 1 Championship. Th ere were Gamez, Skye Blue Juarez, Alyssa Torres, women are held. has embraced the spirit of Ramona, which fi ve games played for each championship, Amanda Ramirez, Kysa Hayashi, Manami Cecilia hopes to attend Brown Uni- this year is celebrating 125 years of Academic with focus on one game at a time. Hayashi, Sabrina Vasquez, and Erica versity and pursue a career in politics and Excellence, Spiritual Depth, and Dynamic ‘Many of the games, some played in Gallegos. economics. Prior to the 2015 Women of Leadership to young women in grades 9 – 12.

Come to Tea for Tails fashion doggie show April 26 Th e shelter will off er its have earned a comfortable fourth annual Tea for Tails retirement home. Know of high fashion doggie show anyone? on April 26 at the West- To inquire about these fi eld Santa Anita mall in adoptable animals, contact Arcadia. Join special guests the San Gabriel Valley Warren Eckstein, the host Humane Society at 626- of the nationally syndi- 286-1159, or visit at 851 cated radio show Th e Pet E. Grand Ave., San Gabri- Show, and Garth Kemp, el. Adoption hours are 10 Eyewitness News Weather a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday Anchor of KABC TV, for through Sunday. Th e shel- a Taste of Westfi eld and ter is closed on Mondays. Labrador retriever mix • senior • Chihuahua • senior • male • Domestic short hair mix • senior • enjoy treats from favorite Directions and photos of female • large • ID #13808 small • ID #8054 female • medium • ID #5117 restaurants. Contact the many more dogs and cats Stella is a beautiful chocolate labrador Peso is an adorable Chihuahua boy about 8 Diamond is a sweet and friendly girl who can shelter for more informa- can be found online at retriever mix with lots of energy. She loves years old and 8 pounds. He is a sweet boy be a bit shy until she gets to know someone, tion: 626-286-1159. www.sgvhumane.org. to run and play, is eager to please, and she who enjoys his walks to the park. He is good- but gaining her trust is just a brush away. is a quick learner. She is strong and would natured and willing to please. He is happy to She loves getting brushed and will show her Th is month, the San Th e adoption fee for make a good walking or running companion. be petted and enjoys some quality lap time belly for a scratch. She has a playful nature Gabriel Valley Humane cats is $99, which includes Like most labs, she loves the water and eagerly after an outing. He has a short coat that that comes out when her favorite fl uff y ball Society recognizes its senior spay/neuter, vaccinations, jumps into the shelter’s wading pool on hot doesn’t require much grooming other than toy rolls quickly by. She enjoys her nap time animals for their wisdom, de-worming, FIV/FELV/ days. She has a smooth brown coat that bathing and brushing on occasion. Although snuggled up on a wood perch. Stop by to just needs an occasional bath and brushing he is well cared for by the staff and volunteers, meet this charming girl who will make a experience, adaptability, heartworm testing, and to help her look like a lovely lady. Stop by to he would be grateful for a nice soft warm bed great companion. willingness to learn new microchip. A $120-$135 meet her. She will greet guests with a happy at night in a quiet, loving home with his tricks, and for easily loving dog adoption fee includes dance, big smile, and a wagging tail. people. He is not demanding and would give much love in return. and bonding with people. microchip, vaccinations, Please consider adopt- spay/neuter surgery, and Take advantage of the new cat “twice the fun at a third of the cost.” Program. Adopt two pets at the same ing one of the three fea- de-worming, as well as a adoption program to celebrate When adopters take a second kitty, time for a reduced fee. tured pets. Th ey would be free health check-up at a kitten season. Th e “Me and My who must be “black like a shadow,” Th e Senior for Senior Program eternally thankful and loyal participating vet (some Shadow” companion adoption the cost is only $29. off ers pets for $39 each. to their new owners. Th ey breeds slightly higher). program allows pet adopters to have Save money with the Buddy 24A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Spring cleaning your credit in three simple steps BY SANDY WALIA, WELLS FARGO GREATER that you stay organized and keep track of SAN GABRIEL AREA PRESIDENT all your bills. Th is applies to more than just Now that spring has arrived, so has credit card bills, but also when it comes spring-cleaning. 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Make a budget and stick to it Th e Boys and Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley and the East Valley Boys and Girls Club both received credit report at least once a year. Your One of the best ways to make sure you $30,000 from the Offi ce of Justice for Juvenile Delinquency Prevention. From left: Executive Director JR credit report contains details of your credit are able to keep up with your bills is to Dzubak, board President Selina Chi, Congresswoman Judy Chu, and BGCA representative Kelly Reynolds. history, including balances, credit limit, closely monitor your spending. Creating and payment status. Lenders, apartment a budget can help you decide when to use managers, and some employers may check credit and when to hold off on a purchase. your credit report to see how responsible Keeping a budget is also helpful because you are with money. lenders look at the amount of debt a con- When you check your report, make sumer has compared to their income. The Boys and Girls Clubs sure it contains current and accurate As an important rule of thumb, keep information. If you fi nd errors, correct debt at no more than 35% of your income them as soon as possible because they may or lower. Th is will tell lenders that your of West San Gabriel Valley, negatively impact your credit score and debt is at a manageable level relative to your even indicate possible identity theft. income, and you are likely to have money You can request a free copy of your left over for saving or spending after you credit report from each of three major pay your bills. East Valley receive credit reporting agencies — Equifax®, In addition to these tips, many banks Experian®, and TransUnion® — once each will off er free resources that can help con- year at AnnualCreditReport.com, or phone sumers build and maintain strong credit. A $30,000 from OJP Fund toll-free 877-322-8228. good example is Wells Fargo’s new interac- Funds will go toward mentorship to prevent juvenile delinquency 2. Pay your bills on time tive Web site, Path to Good Credit, www. Life happens, and you may fi nd yourself wellsfargo.com/buildcredit, which off ers Th e Boys and Girls Club of West San Among the guests in attendance were forgetting to pay a bill on time. Because free videos, tips, quizzes, and resources that Gabriel Valley and the East Valley Boys Congresswoman Judy Chu, Boys and your payment history is one of the biggest illustrate how good credit can help you and Girls Club both received $30,000 Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley factors in your credit score, it’s important succeed fi nancially. from the Offi ce of Justice for Juvenile Board President Selina Chi, as well as Club Delinquency Prevention. As the need to offi cials and staff . prevent delinquent behavior and gangs is About Boys & Girls Clubs of West so important, Th e Boys and Girls Club of San Gabriel Valley West San Gabriel Valley and East Valley For 42 years, the Boys & Girls Club of will make critical improvements to ensure West San Gabriel Valley has provided the the Club remains a safe and inviting place youth of Monterey Park, Alhambra, and for the youth who need it most. the surrounding areas a safe and structured “We are truly grateful for the OJP sup- environment where they can learn and port in enabling us to continue to make grow through access to high quality pro- this a positive place for kids to be,” said grams that enhance their lives and shape JR Dzubak, executive director. “Our Club their futures. 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Marshall Riedel on the receiving end of his familiar “needling” from longtime friend and former editor of the Alhambra Post-Advocate, the late Warner Jenkins. Alhambra Golf Course fixture Marshall Riedel dies Longtime local businessman and Coast and settled in the San Gabriel addition to his civic interests, he had tor of golf at Alhambra Golf Course resident Marshall W. Riedel died Valley in the 1950s. a love for the game of golf and was “He was also a very caring and gener- on Feb. 22. Mr. Riedel was born in Mr. Riedel graduated from USC involved in the San Gabriel Country ous person. He will be greatly missed South Dakota on July 2, 1921, and in 1957. In 1961, he established and Club and more recently the Alham- by his many friends who remember served in World War II in the Navy. maintained a successful scientific in- bra Golf Course and Men’s Club. his outgoing personality and wit.” He married Alice Seeley in Illinois struments business in Alhambra. He “Marshall was a very gregarious Graveside services took place at on Sept. 28, 1944. Like many vets at was very involved in both the Alham- person who loved to “needle” his golf the San Gabriel Cemetery in San that time, he remained on the West bra and San Gabriel communities. In friends,” said Jerry Wisz, PGA direc- Gabriel.

Community Calendar of Events

April 15 – Wednesday April 27 – Monday May 13 – Wednesday • Alhambra Community Coordinating Council City Council, 7 p.m. • Alhambra Community Coordinating Council April 6:30 p.m., Alhambra Library, Reese Hall City Hall, 111 S. First St. 6:30 p.m., Alhambra Library, Reese Hall 101 S. First St. 101 S. First St. April 2 – Thursday • Arts & Cultural Events Committee • Transportation Committee Parks and Recreation Commission April 28 – Tuesday 7p.m., City Hall, conference room 7 p.m., City Hall, conference room 7 p.m., Joslyn Center, Story Park • Government Affairs Committee 111 S. First St. 111 S. First St. 210 N. Chapel Ave. 9 a.m., Chamber, 104 S. First St. • Survivors of Murdered Children, SGV Chapter • Design Review Board 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room, 111 S. May 18 – Monday April 4 – Saturday Third Wednesday of each month First St. Planning Commission Eggstravaganza Alhambra Police Department 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers, 111 S. First St. 9 to 11 a.m. 211 S. First St., room EDC on second floor Almansor Park, 800 S. Almansor St. Contact Tina Yamashiro at 626-298-9054 or May 20 – Wednesday Admission is free-$5 suggested donation [email protected] Egg hunt, pancake breakfast, appearance by the May Arts & Cultural Events Committee Easter Bunny 7 p.m., City Hall, conference room April 16 – Thursday May 2 – Saturday 111 S. First St. Chamber Lunch & Learn Program Eco Fair – Embrace a greener lifestyle April 6 – Monday Noon to 1: 30 p.m. Noon to 4 p.m. Planning Commission Alhambra Park, 500 N. Palm Ave. May 21 – Thursday Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, 104 S. First St. Chamber Lunch & Learn Program 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers Presentations by local business leaders who 111 S. First St. Noon to 1: 30 p.m. address important issues related to small May 4 – Monday Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, 104 S. First St. Planning Commission business success. Lunch is provided. Presentations by local business leaders who 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers, 111 S. First St. April 7 – Tuesday April presentation by Rudy Kusuma of Re/Max address important issues related to small • Alhambra Chamber Executive Committee Titanium: “The Ultimate No Holds Barred Guide business success. Lunch is provided. 8:30 a.m. Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. to Selling & Buying a Home in Alhambra and the May 5 – Tuesday May presentation by Geoffrey Noonan, special • HUD - Housing Committee San Gabriel Valley.” • Alhambra Chamber Executive Committee agent with the United States Secret Service: 7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room Chamber members free 8:30 a.m. Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. “Securing Sales In Retail: Safeguarding Your 111 S. First St. Non-members $15 • HUD - Housing Committee Point-Of-Sale System”

Phone the Chamber to make reservations: 7 p.m. - City Hall, conference room Chamber members free April 13 – Monday 626-282-8481 111 S. First St. Non-members $15 City Council, 7 p.m. Phone the Chamber to make reservations: City Hall, 111 S. First St. April 18 – Saturday May 11 – Monday 626-282-8481 Alhambra Educational Foundation Dinner Alhambra City Council, 7 p.m. April 14 – Tuesday 6 p.m. City Hall, 111 S. First St. May 25 – Monday • Alhambra Chamber Board of Directors Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel on Valley Alhambra City Council, 7 p.m. 8:30 a.m., Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. Boulevard in San Gabriel May 12 – Tuesday City Hall, 111 S. First St. • Library Board of Trustees • Alhambra Chamber Board of Directors 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. April 20 – Tuesday 8:30 a.m., Alhambra Chamber, 104 S. First St. • Youth Commission May 26 – Tuesday Planning Commission • Library Board of Trustees • Government Affairs Committee 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St.. 7 p.m., City Hall, council chambers 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. 9 a.m., Chamber, 104 S. First St. • Design Review Board 111 S. First St. • Youth Commission • Design Review Board 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 6 p.m., library boardroom, 101 S. First St. 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room 111 S. First St. April 22 – Wednesday • Design Review Board 111 S. First St. Business After Hours Mixer 7:30 p.m., City Hall, conference room Hosted by Twohey’s 111 S. First St. May 27 – Wednesday 1224 N. Atlantic Blvd., Alhambra Business After Hours Mixer 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Bob Wondries Ford $10 members, $15 non-members 400 S. Atlantic Blvd., Alhambra 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. $10 members, $15 non-members

Alhambra Service Clubs and Organizations Tuesday: The Exchange Club meets at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra. The Rotary Club and Soroptimist Club meet at noon every Tuesday at Almansor Court. The Civitan Club meets at noon every first and third Tuesdays at Azteca Restaurant, 717 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel. TheKiwanis Club of Alhambra meets at 5 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays at noon at Denny’s Restaurant, 369 W. Main St., Alhambra (for information, phone 626-943-2542). Wednesday: The Alhambra Historical Society presents its program meetings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of January, March, May, September, and November (November meeting takes place after Thanksgiving) at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. The Alhambra Woman’s Club meets at noon on the first Wednesday each month (except for June through Sept.), at the Masonic Center, 9 W. Woodward Ave. Toastmasters meets from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays each month at the Colonial Kitchen Restaurant, 1110 Huntington Drive, San Marino. The League of Women Voters meets on the third Wednesday each month (626-798-0965 for info.). The Lions Club meets at 6:15 p.m. on the third Wednesday each month at the Regent Café, 1411 S. Garfield Ave., Alhambra. Thursday: American Legion Post 139 meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday each month at the Legion Hall, 24 N. Stoneman Ave., Alhambra.San Gabriel Valley New Generation Rotary Club meets from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Fronteras Mexican Grill & Cantina, 118 W. Main St., Alhambra. 26A COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015

Th e 7th annual Heart of the Community Event and fundraiser took place at Almansor Court on March 5 honoring those who have supported the YMCA through donations, fundraisers, and grants. Heart of Th e Community Award Recipients are, from left, Alhambra Fire Chief Bill Walker; Phyllis Murphy, former YMCA executive director; Soroptimist President Josephine Yang; Tom Berge, president of the West San Gabriel Valley Realtor Association; Congresswoman Judy Chu; Assemblymember Ed Chau, 49th District, California Legislature; Dr. Kenneth Sim, chairman of Allied Pacifi c Independent Physician Association; Dr. Th omas Lam, chief administrative and fi nancial offi cer Allied Pacifi c Independent Physician Association; and Valarie Gomez, CEO of West San Gabriel Valley YMCA. YMCA’s Heart of Community Event honors supporters Th e 7th annual Heart of the Commu- Honoree and President of the West San nity Event and fundraiser took place at Al- Gabriel Valley Realtor Association Tom mansor Court on March 5 honoring those Berge was also a recipient of the Heart of who have supported the YMCA through the Community award. “We will continue donations, fundraisers, and grants. More to support the YMCA in all of their eff orts,” than 200 guests attended. said Mr. Berge. “Th ey are an integral part in “Th e YMCA is Th e Heart of the Com- the health of our community.” munity,” said Assemblymember Ed Chau. As Chief Financial Offi cer for Allied “Th ey are here to help young men and wom- Pacifi c Independent Physician Association en reach higher goals. I’m very impressed and Heart of the Community award recip- by that, and very humbled. I admire the Y ient, Dr. Th omas Lam shared his gratitude for what they do and the leadership from for the Y. “I am thankful and appreciative Valarie Gomez. I’m fl attered and humbled for what the Y stands for in our communi- to be a recipient of this prestigious award.” ty,” he said. “Th e young generation has an YMCA President Bill Walker, who is opportunity to participate in formal pro- also Alhambra’s fi re chief, was the emcee grams such as basketball, swimming, and and expressed his thanks to individuals and other activities that they can truly enjoy.” groups in the community who made the Phyllis Murphy, former YMCA execu- event happen. Mr. Walker impressed the tive director, was also awarded and her mes- importance of the YMCA’s integral contri- sage to the community was to get involved butions to the community and the impact and support the Y because it is important of those who provide support making the Y to give back. “We want children, families programming possible. and the rest of the community to have an “I am delighted to participate in the opportunity to take advantage of what the eff orts to enhance the wellbeing of the Y off ers,” said Mrs. Murphy. San Gabriel Valley area,” said Chairman of “We’re nothing without the support that Allied Pacifi c Independent Physician Asso- everyone has given to the YMCA,” said ciation Dr. Kenneth Sim. “We are here to CEO Valarie Gomez. “We are so grateful support giving young people an alternative for each and every individual who chose of a healthy lifestyle in a group setting and to show up and support our community enhance the interaction with each other, wholeheartedly today.” and I’m very proud to be part of this whole Music and entertainment was provided enterprise.” by Marini Music. 10 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Real Estate Agent Alhambra - Not all real estate agents are copy of a FREE Report entitled “10 ques- the same. If you decide to seek the help tions to Ask Before You Hire an Agent”. To of an agent when selling or buying your order a FREE Special Report, call toll-free home, you need some good information 1-888-300-4632 and enter 1006. You can before you make any moves. Choosing call any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. a real estate agent is one of those critical Get your free special report NOW to fi nd issues that can cost or save you thousands out the questions the others would prefer of dollars. In this FREE special report, we you never ask! give you the specifi c questions you should Th is report is courtesy of Rudy L. Ku- be asking to ensure that you get the best suma Real Estate Broker Lic# 01820322. representation for your needs. Before you Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers hire any real estate agent, call and get a currently under contract. Copyright © 2012 04/2015 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 27A

Rotary Club members receive certifi cates of appreciation from the Board of Education for their Teacher Mini- Alhambra High School teacher Jayson Pineda displays his Rotary Teacher Mini-Grant award that will fund Grants program. From left: Dr. David Snyder, chairman and past president; Lorraine Simpson, president; mixed media and glass mosaic projects. Linda Wong, member; Adele Andrade-Stadler, board president; and Chris Paulson, New Generation Rotary. Rotary Club of Alhambra awards teacher mini-grants for 23rd year Th e Rotary Club of Alhambra purchased eight sets of K’NEX: being good designs. Th e groups beginning of the life cycle of a to be successful in the future. Th e awarded 40 Alhambra Unifi ed Intro to Bridges for my stu- have been working out great, and chicken. “Students will be able to students will read the directions School District teachers with dents,” said Monterey Highlands the students are using the 4C’s see chickens growing inside their and build the sets, and then they mini-grants at the Feb. 17 school fi rst-grade teacher Gary Ho, a (communication, collaboration, eggs as well as hatching. Th ey will will create their own directions to board meeting. Th e Rotary’s fi rst-time grant winner. “My critical thinking, and creativity), get to hold and care for the baby build an original creation. I am Teacher Mini-Grants program, students are so excited to begin which we focus on in Common chicks,” Ms. Yoshida, a fi rst-time very grateful to the Rotary for now in its 23rd year, provides the project of building and inves- Core. It will be exciting to see the winner, said. “Th is grant is a supporting this project and giv- cash grants up to $200 for in- tigating what makes each bridge students’ own bridge designs at wonderful asset for teachers.” ing my students this opportunity novative classroom projects that successful. Th ey are currently the end.” Mr. Ho is grateful to Nichole Doggett, Granada to learn in a way that is outside are not paid for by the District. building the seven diff erent types the Rotary for this opportunity second-grade teacher, purchased of traditional learning methods,” Applications are judged on a of bridges using the instructions given to his fi rst-graders as well as several small Lego sets. “I wanted Ms. Doggett, another fi rst-time competitive basis with 64 teach- given. Th eir challenge after the future fi rst-graders. to do a project to help students winner, said. ers applying this year. fi rst build will be to successfully An egg incubator was pur- learn how to read and follow Board President Adele An- Since receiving their award design and build a bridge on chased by Stacy Yoshida, Mon- directions, which is a skill that drade-Stadler and the Board of checks, the teachers have gone their own based on what they terey Highlands second-grade many of my students have Education recognized members shopping for their projects. “I just discovered from the fi rst build as teacher, to show students the struggled with and is a vital skill of the Rotary Club of Alhambra >> see TEACHER MINI-GRANTS Page 28A

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Front row, from left: Asst. Supt. Dr. Gary Gonzales; Supt. Dr. Laura Tellez-Gagliano; ELAC Mascot; board President Adele Andrade-Stadler; ELAC President Marvin Martinez; Alhambra Councilmembers Barbara Messina and Steven Placido, D.D.S.; Professor Julie Benavides; Career Tech Coordinator Judy Huff aker; Lynn Wood; and Reyna Avina-Hernandez. Back row: ELAC Vice President Dr. Richard Moya; Northrup Principal Stacie Colman-Hsu; Director Brad Walsh; Director Michelle Yamarone; Student Ambassador Luis Ponce; Asst. Principal Janet Perales; and ELAC Support Staff .

Northrup Instructional Specialist Dr. Ana Escobedo and the ELAC Husky meet students to take them to the new GO Northrup College and Career Readiness Center. Northup School opens fi rst College and Career Readiness Center

At its Annual 8th Grade Parent and Chairperson and eighth-grade parent Student Information Night on Jan. 21, Mrs. Susan Chau appreciated the event Northrup School presented guest speaker and said: “Meeting and hearing from Principal Duane Russell of Alhambra High Principal Russell at Northrup was espe- School. Mr. Russell spoke to the eighth- cially helpful to people who are intimi- grade class of 2015 about how to connect dated by the large crowd in a huge high to school in order to strive for success. school auditorium. It was comforting Northrup eighth-grade teachers An- to hear positive encouragement from gel Hong, Audrey Martin, and Phillip the person who we entrust our children Vi had students generate questions with daily for the next four years.” they had about high school. Questions Northrup will continue to off er this ranged from campus logistics to co-cur- annual meeting in an eff ort to further ricular sports and activities. bridge student and their families to the Northrup School Site Council high school.

TEACHER MINI-GRANTS From Page 27A and the Rotary Club of San Gabriel Stephanie Cohen, Kristina Esau, Lisa Valley New Generation with certifi cates Vuong, Stacy Yoshida, Pam Wong, of appreciation at the board meeting. Kassondra Larsen, Gary Ho, Khanh Th is year $7,310 in mini-grants were Nguyen, James Hamilton, Lisa Jones, awarded, making the total donated to Dave Batti, Phillip Vi, Cristina Diaz, the District more than $182,000 since Maria Gonzales, Miami Yang, Jose the program’s inception. Sanchez, Nicole Hasenbein, Carlos Th e funds for the mini grants were Sanchez, Daniel Hyke, Steve Gewecke, provided by the Rotary Club of Al- Shelly Gee-Ryan, Jayson Pineda, Mayela hambra, Rotary Club of San Gabriel Del Rio, Ana Dacaret, Mindy Schofi eld, Valley New Generation, Th e Alhambra, Jeron Carr, Fazeelat Dhala, John Mason, Republic Services, Trans Tech Engi- Robert Johnson, Joan Lee, Huong neers, Denis Kerechuk, and Beggxis H. Tran, Katy Burkhart, Nicolas Nguyen, Lieberg, D.D.S Jennifer Wright, John Martin Ulloa, Congratulations to the following Angie Juarez, Kathleen Doyle, Bonita 2015 Mini-Grant awardees: Sharma-Ngan, and Jennifer Quan. I. Tran, Rose Jong, Nichole Doggett, 04/2015 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 29A School registration for the 2015-16 school year now open The Alhambra School District an- parent or guardian identification, the nounced that registration for the 2015- residence address, the student’s birthdate, 16 school year is now open. Registration and proof of immunizations. packets are available at school sites or on The Transitional Kindergarten pro- the district Web site at www.ausd.us. gram is available for any child who will be Parents and guardians are required to 5 years old between Sept. 2 and Dec. 2. bring original documents to verify the

San Gabriel freshman Iris Zhou uses her team’s prosthetic arm in the “relocation task” to move objects on the table to the bin during the MESA Day preliminaries at CSULA.

The San Gabriel MESA team with their haul of awards from the MESA Day preliminaries, which took place March 7 at CSULA. San Gabriel dominates at Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement Day preliminaries The 59 competitors from San Gabriel “My partner and I were really surprised; High School shuffled onto the bus early I’m glad that our hard work paid off,” in the morning on March 7, careful not Cindy said. to damage their projects. They never The prosthetic arm is another event imagined that they would be taking home among the seven project competitions, most of the awards later that day. Fifty-five in which students construct a prosthetic medals and 20 ribbons were earned by San arm with a budget of $40. The team must Gabriel students at the Mathematics Engi- present an academic poster and complete neering Science Achievement (MESA) Day a series of challenges with their arm; these preliminaries that took place at CSULA. challenges include moving objects from San Gabriel, competing with more than 20 one area to another and screwing in nuts schools, placed first or swept first, second, and bolts in the preliminary round. Of and third in almost every category. the five teams that San Gabriel brought to San Gabriel received 21 medals in the the competition, three made it to the top math portion of the competition. The cat- three. The team consisting of senior Janette egories were algebra I, algebra II, geometry, Nguyen, Lu Yue Wang, and Lillian Zhou trigonometry/pre-calculus, and calculus. placed first overall. “We were overwhelmed; There were also teammath events in which I didn’t think that we would win,” Lu Yue the school excelled. said.”Hard work and team work helped us “The team worked hard all year long,” get [first place].” adviser Nicolas Nguyen said. “The results Ribbons were also awarded; six were showed the effort that San Gabriel MESA given to San Gabriel for creative mousetrap brought in this year.” car design and 14 in the prosthetic arm One of the defining successes of this category for their academic poster and year’s MESA day was the EggXpress event. the device’s performance. All competitors The project requires students to make a safe who placed will advance to the regional domain for eggs to be dropped into from a competition at the University of Southern five-story building; the objective is to have California on April 25. If one of the three as many unbroken eggs as possible. San prosthetic arm teams that San Gabriel will Gabriel’s MESA club had not placed in this be sending receives first place at regionals, event in the past four years. However, two the team will then advance to state. teams took second and third place this year. This article was written by Carolina Gar- Freshman Cindy Chau and her partner cia, junior, Opinions Editor, The Matador, sophomore Aaron Ly placed second. San Gabriel High School. 30A ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 04/2015 Celebrated conductor visits Alhambra Honor String Orchestra Renowned conductor and violinist Dr. Yvette Devereaux visited the Alhambra Middle School Honor String Orchestra in February and conducted a clinic for the student musicians, bringing her own compositions and arrangements. Her conducting career is widespread and April 30, 2015 includes appearances at Carnegie Hall, the Conductors Guild Institute, Juilliard, and the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra. “Th e students greatly benefi tted from her presence and experience as an out- standing violinist, performer, educator, and conductor, who is devoted to helping young people develop their talents and gain exposure to the arts,” said Janet Jones, director of the orchestra. Dr. Yvette Devereaux has conducted at Carnegie As a violinist, Dr. Devereaux has Hall, Juilliard, and the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. performed and recorded in both jazz and classical groups, as well as with prominent pop artists. She was a regular member of the Gerald Wilson Jazz Orchestra and per- string students from the 13 elementary/ formed and recorded with Nancy Wilson, middle schools in the Alhambra Unifi ed Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, Natalie School District, who meet as an ensemble Cole, John Clayton, Celine Dion, Aretha once a week. Th ese students have been Franklin, Whitney Houston, and Alicia playing their instruments from two to fi ve Keys, among others. Dr. Devereaux is also years or more. Th ey will perform a concert an active advocate for music education and in the spring at Alhambra High School contributes much of her time to helping auditorium, along with the Middle School students in underprivileged communities, Honor Band, directed by Dave Batti, and as well as throughout the United States, to the Alhambra High School Stage Jazz band, gain musical exposure and experience. directed by Mark Trulson. Th is year the Dr. Devereaux earned a masters degree spring concert will be at 7 p.m. Th ursday, in music from the Peabody Conservatory of May 7. Music (John Hopkins University) and her “We were indeed honored to have Dr. bachelor’s degree from Chapman Universi- Devereaux visit our Honor Orchestra and ty. She holds a doctorate in Philosophy from off er her time, expertise, and music. Since Felton University. Dr. Devereaux teaches we also enjoy learning and playing a variety private students and classes at the South of musical styles, including jazz and impro- Pasadena Music Center & Conservatory. visation, she was appreciated both as a jazz Th e Alhambra Middle School Honor and classical violin virtuoso. It was a fun String Orchestra is composed of dedicated day for music,” Director Jones said.

Dr. Yvette Devereaux conducts a clinic for the Alhambra Middle School Honor String Orchestra in February.

From left: Dr. Yvette Devereaux, Orchestra Director Janet Jones, AHS students Lavinia Chen and Adam Russell. Lavinia and Adam help Director Jones with the orchestra. 04/2015 ACADEMIC NEWS AROUND ALHAMBRA 31A Alhambra Latino Association to honor Supt. Laura Tellez-Gagliano Th e Alhambra Latino mansor Court. Th is year, Unifi ed School District be $60. School, 100 S. Granada tions are available on Association’s Annual Supt. Laura Tellez-Gagila- high schools. Please make checks Ave, Alhambra 91801. www.alhambralatinoasso- Scholarship Fundraiser no, Ed.D, will be honored Tickets are $50 per payable to the Alhambra Phone 626-308-2419 ciation.com and are due Dinner and Dance will along with fi ve scholarship guest; RSVP by April 24. Latino Association, C/O for information. March 6. take place May 1 at Al- recipients from Alhambra After April 24, tickets will Helen Padilla, Granada Scholarship applica-

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