Sierra Madre's Future Is on the Horizon
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VOLUME 6 NO 39 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2012 SIERRA MADRE’S FUTURE IS ON THE HORIZON On November 6 residents of Sierra Madre will proposed the Kensington Sierra Madre residence Sierra Madre City Council member John Capoccia call home. Where friends are encouraged to visit decide whether or not they want to amend current to replace the current dilapidated eyesore located notes that he and fellow council members are on for a meal, cocktail hour, or a game of cards and development laws to allow for the construction and at 245 West Sierra Madre Blvd. The partners the record as in favor of the development for the grandchildren can play a game of Wii. Even family operation of an Assisted Living Center on Sierra of Kensington Senior Living bring decades of reasons mentioned above. When asked about pets are welcome for a visit or an extended stay. Madre Blvd.(above), the site of the former Skilled experience, knowledge, care and compassion to possible project shortcomings, Mr. Capoccia We are looking forward to conveying our spirit of Nursing Center. The Measure, ALF will appear on their projects and are looking forward to applying does acknowledge that some residents have service to the Sierra Madre area.” the General Election ballot and requires a majority their expertise here in Sierra Madre. expressed reservations about items important to When complete and operational, the staff of of the voting population for approval. This article, them. There were concerns expressed regarding a The Kensington Sierra Madre will cover a wide submitted by the developer, will give readers some Via a lengthy and thorough vetting process development of this scale and its potential impact range of backgrounds including nurses and care insight as to the developers plans for the site, should spanning nine Planning Commission meetings on concerns such as aesthetics, parking and water staff, chefs, dining room servers, housekeepers, the measure be approved. and three City Council meetings, the original consumption. “I can’t speak for the entire council, drivers, activity assistants, and receptionists. plan was refined to improve the design and adopt but as a member I think the benefits to our town A Department Head Team consisting of an One need look no further than the heart of a “Santa Barbara Mission” style architecture far outweigh any perceived shortcomings. When Executive Director, Director of Nursing Services, downtown Sierra Madre to see the future taking which complements the downtown area and you add it all up, I think this all leans heavily in Executive Chef, Director of Marketing, Director shape. New signs on the property of the long adds commercial storefronts while improving favor of the benefits,” according to Capoccia, who of Memory Care, Director of Engineering and vacant skilled nursing facility depict a bright pedestrian “walk ability.” In line with the city’s also reflected that “no project is ever perfect, but Housekeeping will provide daily management future for a long derelict structure and property. Measure V constraints, the plan will not exceed this one is pretty darned good.” to ensure quality of care and services. Together, Pending approval of Measure ALF by Sierra two stories and thirty feet in height. these team members help Kensington’s partners Madre’s voters in November, a brand-new, Residents of the Kensington community will fulfill a promise “to love and care for your loved modern and beautifully designed Kensington A webpage with photos is available to view here: find a full range of services available to them. ones as we do our own.” assisted living and memory care community will http://thekensingtonsierramadre.com/. Some of the hospitality and support services arise. The new Kensington will serve and care will include daily prepared meals, shuttle service So what does the future on the horizon look for residents of Sierra Madre and surrounding The new Kensington Sierra Madre potentially around town, housekeeping and laundry, like? Council member Capoccia has a thought, areas for generations to come. The community creates over 200 new construction jobs during an medication management, coordination of medical “Regardless of my personal opinions, while I was will provide quality living options for Sierra anticipated 16 month build period culminating appointments and help as needed with bathing, campaigning to join the city council, I spoke to Madre’s seniors that will allow them to remain in in the hiring of as many as 90 full and part time grooming and dressing. An all day dining many residents about this development. My their beloved hillside neighborhood and close to professional staff that will help care for residents. program with a wide menu selection will create impression is that Sierra Madre’s citizens are family and loved ones as their need for assistance Residents will be accommodated within 75 flexibility around residents’ personal habits and overwhelmingly in favor of seeing this project with daily living increases. The project will also assisted living suites where family and loved daily routines. “The Kensington partners each through, and my role as a city council member is generate vital property tax revenue and provide ones will be welcome. Additionally, generous bring a passion for caring for seniors as well as to carry out the will of people. I’m pleased that stimulation for local commerce in the downtown community and common space will available, a unique skills and experience in the development the Planning Commission and Council have come business area. café where residents can gather with friends and and operation of our communities,” said Tiffany this far, and I’m confident that Sierra Madre’s family, a fireplace parlor, library, media and art Tomasso, a founding partner of Kensington Senior citizens will agree that this project is of significant Fountain Square Properties operates Kensington studios and ample courtyards and gardens for Living. “As a group we are committed to creating benefit to our community and will vote Yes on Assisted Living residences nationwide and has outside seating and relaxing as well. an environment that seniors and their families can Measure ALF.” ROTARY SELECTS Rotary District 5300 has selected team. DOGS, CATS, BIRDS, LLAMAS, GOATS, CHICKENS, retired Sierra Madre Police Chief The selected team members include BUNNIES AND HAMSTERS, OH MY – IT’S A CELEBRA- LOCAL RESIDENTS Marilyn Diaz to lead a team of four Stephanie Yuen, of South Pasadena, TION OF THE FEAST OF ST. FRANCIS – JOIN CHURCH young professionals to Calcutta, and Jason Ramos, of Pasadena, OF ASCENSION’S BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS FOR TRIP TO INDIA India on a 5-week Group Study who are both directors at the South Exchange trip. Diaz is a member of Pasadena-San Marino YMCA. Also Sierra Madre’s Village Church (Ascension) will be holding its annual the Sierra Madre Rotary Club. participating are Marco Pulido of “Blessing of the Animals” ceremony on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at noon in Chino Hills, a foster youth agency the Outdoor Worship Area. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments provided. Since 1965 the Rotary Foundation supervisor, and Sarah Schiffman of Blessing of the Animals is conducted in commemoration of the October has arranged yearly Group Study Las Vegas, a Nevada courts mediator. 4th Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis, arguably the most beloved Exchange trips of approximately of the named Saints, was particularly fond of animals of all breeds. The 500 teams of young business and Rotary District 5300 includes community is invited to bring your animals, no matter how big or small, professional people between two Pasadena east to San Bernardino breed or religion. Some animals may require a leash or a container, so keep that in mind. All of God’s creatures are welcome! Free pet paired Rotary districts in different County and north to Las Vegas. The sitting available during the 10:15 am Mass. countries to enhance international local team will depart on January 6 understanding and good will. While and return on February 8, 2013. A Church of the Ascension is located at 25 East Laurel on the corner of Bald- living with Rotarian families, team Group Study Exchange team from win and Laurel in Sierra Madre. This event makes for a wonderful fam- members study the culture of the host Rotary District 3291 in Calcutta will ily outing to meet new neighbors and check out a wonderful community country and how their professional reciprocate and visit District 5300 in church. For more information, please call (626) 355-1133 or visit: peers practice their vocations. An April and May of 2013. www.ascension-sierramadre.com. experienced Rotarian leads each This Week’s Highlights: HEALING THE WOUNDS OF WAR - Sierra Madre School’s Garden of Goodwill...Pg. 8 Calendar Page 2 Best Friends/Sports Page 10 SIERRA MADRE NEWS AROUND SG Valley Sierra Madre News Page 3 Arts/Health Page 11 3 5 Pasadena/Altadena Page 4 Homes & Property Page 12 Governor Signs Gun Bill Around San Gabriel Valley Page 5 The Good Life Page 13 ARCADIA NEWS Arcadia Page 6 Business Today Page 14 6 Monrovia/Duarte Page 7 Sports Page 15 4 PASADENA/ALTADENA Education and Youth Page 8 Ballot Box - Election 2012 Page 16 Geologist Discuss On 710 7 MONROVIA/DUARTE Good Food & Drink Page 9 Opinion /Left Turn-Right Turn Pages 16-17 Read The Paper Online At: www.mtnviewsnews.com 2 McGuire: Saturday, September 29, 2012 CALENDAR LIBRARY SILENT AUCTION Recent donations to the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library Weather5-Day Forecast Wise Book Sale Committee have contained some very special books including several signed first editions. These exceptional books Sierra Madre, Ca. will be featured in the Committee’s first Silent Auction to be held in the Sierra Madre Public Library, 440 W.