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City Of Monrovia: City Manager's Update | September 17, 2021

Since 2016, the City of Monrovia has contracted with MAX Aquatics to operate aquatics programs at the Monrovia High School pool. MAX Aqu ...

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Press release from the City of Monrovia:

09/17/2021 11:03 AM

Hello Monrovians,

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Since 2016, the City of Monrovia has contracted with MAX Aquatics to operate aquatics programs at the Monrovia High School pool. MAX Aquatics provides organized swim programs in numerous pools across the region. Their programs involve competition swimming, swim lessons and much more.  Their participants include Monrovians but also residents from communities all around the area. MAX Aquatics strictly follows USA Swimming protocols, which requires all coaches to pass criminal background checks, pre-employment screening, complete required Athlete Protection Training, and are certified for CPR, First Aid and Safety.
 
Last night at 7:12 p.m., I received a Nixle alert from the Arcadia Police Department regarding an arrest made. An individual employed as a coach by MAX Aquatics was arrested for violations of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor, lewd and lascivious acts involving children, and other sex crimes. The Arcadia Police Department would like to know if there are additional victims. If you have any information regarding this ongoing investigation, or know someone who may have been a victim, please contact the Arcadia Police Department at (626) 574-5160, case number 2103509. At this time, we are obtaining more information.
 
Last night the City of Monrovia, in consultation with the Superintendent of the Monrovia Unified School District, immediately suspended all MAX Aquatics programming in Monrovia until further notice. As requested by the Arcadia Police Department, we all want to determine if there are other victims. For parents, athletes and kids who have participated in MAX Aquatics programs…please speak to your children, friends and team mates. If there are other victims we can provide them the support and help they need, and assist the Arcadia Police Department with their investigation. You may also contact your Monrovia Police Department at (626) 256-8000 or may report it to us online.
 
This morning, my heart hurts to share this recent incident. There is also so much to be thankful and grateful for. Last week was such an incredible weekend in Old Town Monrovia! My family and I got to spend it with the entire community at the Old Town Derby and Car Show, supporting all the children participating in the race. While browsing the Street Rods Forever Car Show, I bumped into neighbors and friends while looking at my favorite car, a 1968 Ford Mustang California Special. This fall, we'll have many more events in Monrovia which you can see in the new Monrovia Today. Please mark your calendar for future events! 

Sincerely, 
Dylan

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Email: dfeik@ci.monrovia.ca.us 
Phone: (626) 932-5585

Highlights in this Issue  

  • National Preparedness Month | Week 3   
  • Monrovia City Council Repeals Urgency Ordinance No. 2020-05U   
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Drive
  • Job Opportunity: Two Management Analyst Positions 
  • Representative Napolitano Presents Virtual Military Academy Day
  • Monrovia Chamber of Commerce Beer, Wine & Music Festival
  • Too Toxic to Trash Collection Event 

National Preparedness Month | Week 3  

Natural disasters do not wait for a convenient time, and preparing for them shouldn’t wait either! Start today by signing up for alerts, safe-guarding important documents, and taking other low cost and no cost preparedness actions to lessen the impact of disasters and emergencies for you and your family.

Monrovia Fire & Rescue offers resources for individuals who may need extra assistance during an emergency. The Disaster Rescue & Safety Program is designed to identify and check on disabled residents who might be alone or trapped and unable to help themselves in an emergency. 

Sign up for Emergency Weather & News Notifications 

Monrovia City Council Repeals Urgency Ordinance No. 2020-05U 

On September 7, 2021, the Monrovia City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2020-08U. Urgency Ordinance No. 2021-08U repeals the emergency moratorium on the eviction of commercial tenants for non-payment of rent due to COVID-19 financial hardships and "no-fault" commercial evictions. This action affects only the commercial eviction moratorium and does not change the residential eviction moratorium.

In March and April of 2020, in conjunction with other state, County and local emergency actions, the City Council recognized the potential threat to public health and safety that could occur if residential and commercial tenants were evicted during the pandemic as a result of financial hardships associated with COVID-19. The City Council adopted urgency ordinances to impose moratoria on such evictions.

Approximately 17 months later, it has become apparent that a local moratorium on commercial evictions may no longer be necessary to protect public health and safety. City staff and Councilmembers have heard from local business owners, property owners, and a representative of the Chamber of Commerce that, in most cases, impacted commercial tenants and landlords in the City have been able to work out payment arrangements or deferrals. More important, on September 1, 2020, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors amended the County’s commercial eviction moratorium to make it the baseline protection for unincorporated territory and incorporated cities in the County. The County’s protections extend to businesses with fewer than 100 employees, and not to multi-national or publicly traded corporations.

COVID-19 Vaccine Drive 

Bethel AME Church of Monrovia, along with Impact Southern California, will host a COVID-19 vaccine drive on Saturday, October 2, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., at 148 W. Lime Ave., Monrovia, 91016. 

Job Opportunity: Management Analyst 

We're seeking two individuals to join our team!

The City of Monrovia is looking to hire two management analysts in our Public Works and Administrative Services Departments. The City of Monrovia's mission is "We exist to serve the people of Monrovia to create a community that offers a premiere quality of life." If you are interested in joining the Monrovia team, submit your application today!

Representative Napolitano Presents Virtual Military Academy Day

Save the date for Representative Grace Napolitano's Virtual Military Academy Day, an informational session for high school students and their families to hear about Military Academies. The event will take place on Zoom, on Saturday, October 16, at 9 a.m. 

For more information on the event, please contact Veterans/Military Liaison Tracey Cooper-Harris at (626) 274-8290 or email Tracey.Cooper-Harris@mail.house.gov. 

Monrovia Chamber of Commerce Beer, Wine & Music Festival 

The Monrovia Chamber & Volunteer Center of the Volunteer Center of the SGV is brewing up the 6th Annual Beer, Wine & Music Festival! Purchase your tickets for an evening filled with craft beer, wine sampling and live music. This event is coming to Monrovia Library Park, on September 25, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Too Toxic To Trash Collection Event

The FREE Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Drive-Thru event will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Public Works Yard located at 600 S. Mountain Avenue. 

Community Meeting Regarding Possible Dog Park

The City of Monrovia is considering adding a dog park to Recreation Park and invites you to share your thoughts. Save the date for October 2, 10 a.m., at Recreation Park for a community meeting. Join us to learn more and provide feedback related to this proposed project!  

 

MOHPG Presents Authors Alan and Claudia Heller

The Monrovia Historic Preservation Group invites all Monrovians to attend a free presentation in the Community Room of the Monrovia Library on Friday, September 17, 2021, at 6 pm. The presenters are Alan and Claudia Heller who live next door in Duarte. They have authored several books, among them Life on Route 66 and Duarte Chronicles. This talk will center on another book, Curiosities of the California Desert. The couple has spent time over the past 50 years exploring and photographing many areas in California – Salvation Mountain, Cerro canyon, the Integratron and Giant Rock, Willie Boys Grave and Devils Hole, and many more.

There is no need to RSVP. Just show up for an informative talk. Refreshments will be provided.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Survey

In an ongoing effort to serve all members of the public, the City of Monrovia is updating its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) transition plan and self-evaluation. As a part of this process, your input is needed by completing a survey addressing accessibility of facilities, programs, services, activities, and events offered to the public.

Your feedback will assist in addressing and prioritizing current and future accessibility needs. Take the survey. 

GoMonrovia by Electric Vehicle 

The first EV charging stations in Old Town Monrovia are now open at 124 E Lemon Avenue. To celebrate the inauguration of these new services, the City is offering free charging through October 1, 2021!

Charging your car battery is easy with the Powerflex charging app. Here’s how it works: 

  1. Download the Powerflex app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store 
  2. Follow these steps to set up your account 
  3. When you arrive at our charging station, launch the Powerflex app and scan the QR code on the station.

Once drivers have completed charging, please move it to a non-charging space so others may utilize the charging stations. Happy Charging!

For more information about the EV Charging Pilot project, please contact Chris Castruita at (626) 256-8224 or ccastruita@ci.monrovia.ca.us.

Water Conservation is a Way of Life 

Water Conservation is a primary focus for Californians due to the extreme heat and dry conditions.  Historically, summer creates the potential for higher water use. As the climate continues be warm, we must be aware of our water usage.  As the State has been urged to reduce water use by 15 percent, let us please be mindful of our water usage while we are at home.

American Water Use at Home - How Many Gallons do We Use?

Recent studies of how Americans use water throughout their home shows that, for most people, indoor water use is highest in the bathroom, followed by the laundry room. Leaks are, perhaps, the most surprising use of water on this list - they amount to 18 gallons of water per households per day lost to leaky toilets, appliances and faucets. 

Report Bulky Items around Town and Be Entered to Win a Gift Card

Have you seen bulky items around town? If you report them into Public Works, you will be entered into a raffle and could win a $50 gift card to a Monrovia Business! If you are out and about around town and see furniture, boxes, or other items in the Right of Way (not on Private Property), please report them to Public Works. In turn, Athens Services will pick these items up within about 48 hours.

How to Report Bulky Items:

Since June 2020, we have received 5,625 reports for abandoned bulky items! This week’s winner is… Tonya Spina! Thank you for reporting these items!

COVID-19 At a Glance 

Latest Facts & Figures 

Residential / Non-Residential Settings in Monrovia 

Residential / Non-Residential Settings in Monrovia 

Facilities that have no reported positive COVID-19 cases for 14 days are considered to no longer have an outbreak and removed from the list. Confirmed cases of employees from residential/non-residential settings get counted under their home city.

Additional details on cases and deaths were not provided by the County of Los Angeles. View the Public Health Statement Regarding COVID-19 and Patient Privacy.

Stay Informed  Resources

Development Spotlight

Several significant projects are working their way through the review process and stages of construction here at the City. Among these are the Adaptive Reuse of the Monrovia Market Building (approved on Oct. 1), the Overton Moore Pacific Self Storage Project in the former Verizon Building in Old Town (approved on Nov. 19), 127 Pomona Multi-Family Development with 310 units at Station Square (approved on Jan. 21), the Alexan Multi-Family Development with 436 units at Station Square (approved on Feb. 4), and the Arroyo at Monrovia Station Multi-Family Development with 302 units (Planning Commission approved on Feb. 12). For more details, visit the Development Spotlight webpage.

Key Dates, Programs & Virtual Events

Job Opportunities with the City of Monrovia 

The City of Monrovia offers interested individuals a chance to keep themselves notified on our job openings through the job interest card. This card will help interested individuals receive notifications about positions that open within the city without having to continuously log on to view our employment opportunities page.

Neighborhood Watch Report 

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 362 service events, resulting in 74 investigations. View the Neighborhood Watch Report. 

This press release was produced by the City of Monrovia. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

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