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Thursday, March 14-March 20, 2024

Walmart bought a finance app and reduced fraud protections. Guess what happened next?

Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica stops in Baldwin Park

Only a few hours elapsed between the time that Carl’spaylanded in his checking account and when online thieves pilfered it. “They took all of it but like 67 cents,” he said. Months before, Carl had signed up for One Finance, a banking app. It’s owned and promoted by Walmart, where Carl works in a grocery department.

He was enticed by features like cash back on purchases at Walmart and the chance to receive his pay two days early, as well as by low fees and high interest rates. Everything was fine until Carl used his One debit card — for the very first time — to buy a video game at Walmart last fall. The next time he checked the app, he saw a series of unauthorized transactions that had drained his account. To get by, he tapped his savings, which he said was “just enough to cover everything.” Carl asked to be identified by first name only out of concern for his job security.

Carl’s experience has been distressingly common. One Finance was plagued by fraud and customer dissatisfaction after a Walmartcontrolled partnership acquired it in 2022. As Walmart began touting One to employees and others, the “neobank” — as such ultraconvenient, lightly regulated apps are called — weakened user security and outsourced customer support. Con artists took

advantage, spurring a litany of customer complaints to regulators and the Better Business Bureau and across social media platforms. One froze some accounts and blocked access to its app and website from several countries, according to current and former customers and employees.

Frustrated users tanked One’s rating on Google Play from 4.6 to 2.8 stars.

So many complaints inundated a Reddit community for One users that moderators made the page private “due to ONE fraud issue and their lack of customer support.” One’s Better Business Bureau page warns that scammers are using the One name and logo to steal money via “loan and impersonation scams.”

One’s problems echo the fraud and compliance issues revealed in a recent ProPublica investigation of Walmart’s financial services business. That article found that the company resisted calls to rein in fraud and skimped on employee training as more than $1 billion in consumer fraud losses were routed through Walmart’s financial systems over the past decade.

One had a higher rate of complaints lodged against it at the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in 2023, its first full year under Walmart control, than most other large neobanks for which data is

publicly available. The CFPB received 89 complaints about One, which has 1.6 million customers, according to a recent internal company presentation. That was six more complaints than Dave, a neobank with 9.9 million customers. One also has more complaints per customer than both Current and MoneyLion, two large neobanks. Chime, the largest neobank in the U.S., has by far the highest rate of complaints. (These comparisons are imperfect because neobanks don’t always use the same definitions of “customer.”)

To Carla SanchezAdams, a senior attorney with the National Consumer Law Center, the rate of complaints about One shows that “they don’t have the proper amount of resources dedicated to resolving customer disputes and complaints.”

The CFPB received 13 complaints about One in December, almost double the neobank’s monthly average for 2023. Five drivers for Spark, Walmart’s

delivery service, have complained in the past two months that hackers stole their personal information, set up fake One accounts in their names, and then diverted their paychecks into those accounts. One was “telling me that they were going to escalate this issue, and weeks would go by and I’d never hear anything from them,” said one driver who requested anonymity to protect his job. Walmart eventually reimbursed his lost pay, he said. There are signs that the peak of the One-related fraud may have passed. The Reddit page was made public again at the end of January, and the app’s Google Play rating has rebounded to 4.6 stars.

In a statement to ProPublica, One acknowledged blocking access in unspecified countries, due to “significant occurrences or patterns of fraud or cybersecurity risk.” But the neobank denied that problems with fraud, customer support or customer accounts were ever unusually frequent or

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center, will make its first stop on its journey across the continental United States in Baldwin Park from Thursday through Sunday.

Bringing The Wall That Heals to Baldwin Park, for the first time in city history, has been years in the making. Over 100 communities across the U.S. apply each year in hopes of being selected for one of The Wall’s visits, which offers a chance to honor the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War. It bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.

Los Angeles County residents are invited to The Wall’s opening ceremony on Thursday, March 14, at 10 a.m. in the Cesar E. Chavez Amphitheater in Morgan Park (4100 Baldwin Park Blvd.). That evening, and every evening The Wall is in Baldwin Park, Taps will be performed at sunset by the Baldwin Park High School Band. The Wall That Heals will be open 24/7 and free to all visitors before closing Sunday at 2 p.m. and making its way to El Cajon.

“Our city is a big believer in hosting events that nurture community. This is one of the most special events we have ever hosted, bringing people together from all over the San Gabriel Valley and beyond,” said Baldwin Park Mayor Emmanuel J. Estrada. “The Wall will give us all a truly unique experience in honoring our local heroes who fought in Vietnam, to whom we are forever indebted.”

The Wall That Heals moves from community to community in a 53-foot trailer that transforms into a mobile education center, complete with exhibits that tell the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall and a divisive era in American History.

Story of LAUSD music instrument repair program wins documentary short Oscar

" The Last Repair Shop," a film following a team of four people who repair and maintain instruments used by students in Los Angeles Unified School District music classes, won the Oscar for best documentary short Sunday evening, and the filmmakers hailed it as a victory in support of music education.

And they also announced a fund-raising effort to help bolster the LAUSD program.

"`The Last Repair Shop' is about one of the last musical instrument repair shops in the country that ... resides within a public school district," co-director Ben Proudfoot told reporters backstage at the Dolby Theatre. "So, we're thrilled to announce a $15 million capital campaign to help shore up the repair shop. You can go to thelastrepairshop. com right now. Everybody watching - - $5, you know, $10, anything -- everything helps, and I think it goes to show the power of the short documentary.

"You know, we made this film on our own dime for many years, four years," he said. "And to see the impact that it's making on students' lives at the end of the day is just incredible. And we really hope that this film has

a lasting impact here in Los Angeles and beyond."

Co-director Kris Bowers said he was proud to take on the challenge of telling the story about the music program in the public school system he attended.

"I played saxophone for a short while, those instruments were incredibly important, and whenever they were broken or needed repair, I assumed they were being sent to the manufacturer," Bowers said. "I never thought about how they were being repaired. And so when Ben told me about the story, I immediately realized -- it never dawned on me the people that go behind the scenes to make sure that this

Tyoung kid that needs to play this piano every day has that piano. And so, for me, the moment that Ben told me about it was the moment that I felt like this was a story that needed to be told."

The film was co-distributed by the Los Angeles Times Studios and Searchlight.

LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho also celebrated the film's Oscar win, writing on social media, "Thank you for sharing this inspirational story with the world. We are beyond proud of our (LAUSD) craftspeople and students."

Proudfoot also stressed the impact that music education had on him.

"There are so many

programs and foundations and people that are looking to find the next great musical talent," he said. "Who's the next great prodigy and how do we put them into a great track so they can become great musicians? But there's also an incredible social benefit for music education of everybody who doesn't become a professional musician. I loved learning playing piano. I learned about discipline. I learned about harmony. I learned about listening, collaboration, etc. And that's what this film is about. It's about access for everyone regardless of where you come from and whatever your story is, music is accessible to you."

LA captures 13.5 billion gallons of stormwater in February

heLosAngeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP)

captured more than 13.5 billion gallons of stormwater, compared to 8.4 billion gallons of stormwater captured in February 2023, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ office announced in a statement Monday. This is enough water to serve nearly 165,000 households for a year or equivalent to filling more than 20,000 Olympic-sized pools, offi-

cials said.

“The City of Los Angeles captured more than 13.5 billion gallons of stormwater during the historic February rainstorms,” Bass said. “This is great news for the city and the region, as we continue to work with the Department of Water and Power to increase our capacity to capture, clean and conserve stormwater runoff.”

This announcement came while Mayor Bass was returning from an international

Looking for something more fun and adventurous to do on Mother’s Day? Make it a destination event and drive down to Little Italy in San Diego! Better yet, stay for the weekend to acquaint yourself with this extraordinary place and enjoy everything it has to offer.

San Diego’s Little Italy has such a fascinating and rich history – it was at one time the center of the world’s tuna industry. Chris Gomez, district manager of the San Diego Little Italy Association, recounts, “Little Italy was originally known as Middletown because it was north of downtown San Diego, south of Mission Hills and Hillcrest, east of San Diego International Airport, and west of Bankers Hill. It was settled back in 1920 when Italian immigrants from San Francisco and New York who came to live here created a small community that was close to the waterfront that allowed them to build their economic strengths through fishing. It was the hub of the fishing industry in the 1960s, 1970s, and into the 1980s before all the fishing moved down to Baja. The Chicken of the Sea and Bumblebee Tuna companies started in Little Italy.”

“But just as we’re celebrating Little Italy’s heritage, what it has become now is not necessarily all Italian – we also

Spend Mother’s Day in Little Italy San Diego

focus on the diversity of the community. We have restaurants that have opened from Mexico and this is the first location they’ve opened in the United States, like Fisher’s. We have several dining places that offer very eclectic cuisines and foodie experience,” Gomez clarifies.

While other Little Italies in the United States have declined because of the growth of other adjacent ethnic neighborhoods, San Diego’s Little Italy has remained a vibrant symbol of the remarkable contributions Italians have made to this country. Since the 1920s, it has been a stable ethnic business and residential community; it represents Downtown San Diego’s oldest continuous-neighborhood business district.

However, the area’s history is not without its dark period.

At one time, more than 6,000 Italian families lived in Little Italy and toiled to build San Diego into the global hub of the tuna industry. When the tuna industry on the West Coast waned and 35% of Little Italy was torn down during the construction of Interstate-5 freeway, the neighborhood suffered nearly 30 years of neglect. Then, in the early 1990s established property owners and family-run business proprietors decided to take their fate into their own hands.

New Italian American and non-Italian business owners opened retail and professional spaces while creative builders and architects constructed beautiful developments. That it is today a model urban neighborhood, not just in San Diego but also for the handful of Little Italies remaining throughout the country, is a lesson in a community’s resilience.

This remarkable accomplishment can be credited mostly to the Little Italy Association (LIA), which was established in 1996 during the time of the revitalization of the Downtown area. It advocates on behalf of its members’ best interests in matters of public safety, beautification, promotion, and economic development, while preserving the unique cultural resources of the area. Since its inception, it has been re-energizing this neighborhood while telling the story of Little Italy to its visitors through public art displays and amazing piazzas.

Gomez has been with LIA for 24 years so I ask him how he would plan an itinerary for someone visiting from L.A. He promptly replies, “If possible, make a weekend out of it. Come in on Friday night and stay in one of our boutique hotels like Carte and La Pensione, or the Doubletree, and stay for a

couple of days. After checking in, go out for a casual dinner at Barbusa or Civico 1845.”

“The next morning, head out to the Farmers Market, which is very unique,” continues Gomez. “Our market maestro has curated the offerings to be very European – there’s fresh fish, including sturgeon, things that you wouldn’t normally see at standard farmers markets. Take a walk up and down India Street and visit the boutique retail stores on First Street, linger at our many piazzas, stop in and have lunch at Devanti Enoteca or another great restaurant. Then go back to the hotel to relax and freshen up.”

“Afterwards, go to the Embarcadero or downtown where dining places offer diverse culinary dishes,” Gomez goes on to say. “There

are top chefs who have Michelin-starred restaurants here, like Juniper & Ivy. We have really cool bars like Camino Riviera or Kettner Exchange where people can go for a cocktail. Craft & Commerce is another great one with a speakeasy in the back that’s called False Idol.

“On Sunday morning, get coffee at a local café like Caffe Italia or Pappaleco … maybe have a quiche or panino and start your day all over again. Then check out of your hotel and head back home safely,” concludes Gomez.

I ask what a highlight would be if one were visiting Little Italy only for eight hours and Gomez responds, “It depends on what day you come. But if you’re here on a Saturday, definitely come to see the Farmers’ Market. Additionally, we have several

piazzas that mirror European public spaces for people to sit at and relax in. Piazza della Famiglia, the largest at 10,000 square feet, is one particularly wonderful place to explore. People can sit there and have a glass of prosecco or a cocktail while they enjoy a view of the San Diego Bay, the weather, and the sound of people in that space. You can grab lunch or dinner at one of our local restaurants. There are multiple retail stores and galleries people can enjoy. We also have the Music Box, which is an entertainment venue where you can watch a concert.”

This year, take your mom out on Mother’s Day for an experience that’s more memorable than the usual brunch at a chain restaurant. Spend her special day with her in Little Italy San Diego!

Protesters march near Oscars site, decry Hollywood support of Israel

Hundreds of protesters marched through Hollywood ahead of the 96th Academy Awards to highlight what they called "Hollywood's active support of the U.S.-funded Israeli genocide against Palestinians in Gaza," but police are saying Monday no arrests were made.

The demonstration began around 10:30 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Highland Avenue. It was co-sponsored

by a coalition including the U.S. Palestinian Community Network, Centro CSO, National Alliance Against Racist & Political Repression, Black Lives Matter LA, the Free Democratic Palestine Movement and the International League of Peoples' Struggle.

Organizers said their goal was to "disrupt the Academy Awards" and expose "retaliation against anyone in the film industry who speaks out against Israel's atrocities and

war crimes."

The Los Angeles Police Department said at 2:43 p.m. Sunday that a dispersal order was issued in the area of Sunset and Cherokee Avenue for unlawful assembly. Police were advising the public to avoid the area if possible and to expect traffic delays.

A separate march was scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday beginning at the Cinerama Dome at 6360 Sunset Blvd. That demonstration was being sponsored by Jewish

Voice for Peace Los Angeles and other activists responding to reports that Israeli Defense Forces are planning to invade Rafah, a small town in the southern Gaza Strip with a population that has ballooned to more than 1.5 million people due to the displacement of refugees fleeing ongoing fighting in the region.

They are calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire and for industry leaders in Hollywood to take action. There was no violence or arrests during the twin demonstrations.

Los Angeles

LA County

El Capitan Theatre presents ‘Searchlight Saturdays’ in March, April

Four classics return to the big screen at the El Capitan Theatre for “Searchlight Saturdays” featuring Searchlight Pictures’ “Napoleon Dynamite” on March 23, “The Grand Budapest Hotel” on March 30, “Sideways” on April 6 and “Little Miss Sunshine” on April 13. Each screening begins at 7:30 p.m., and tickets for each film are $25 and include a popcorn, beverage and credential. Guests can purchase all four films at a special rate of $85, available by calling 1-800-DISNEY6 (347-6396). Tickets are on sale now at www.elcapitantheatre.com and www.fandango.com/ el-capitan-theatre-aacon/ theater-page.

Temple City

Temple City Day at the Homestead Museum slated for March 23

Temple City’s centennial celebrations continue at the Homestead Museum where a Temple City specific program has been curated by museum officials. Register at https:// www.ci.temple-city.ca.us/ FormCenter/Parks-Recreation-4/PreRegistration-forTemple-City-Day-at-t-148 to dive into the early history of

the founding of the Temple Townsite Company and the Workman and Temple families. The Temple City Day event on March 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. is free and open to all. The first 20 participants to pre-register for the event will receive a swag bag on the day of the event. There will be free shuttle service between Temple City Park (9701 Las Tunas Dr.) and Homestead Museum every 30 minutes.

Duarte

City approves pickleball court conversion at Royal Oaks Park

Last month, Duarte City Council approved the full conversion of one existing tennis court at Royal Oaks Park (2627 Royal Oaks Drive) to two permanent pickleball courts, and to paint pickleball lines on the other tennis court side to allow it to be used as a tennis court and/or pickleball courts. In Duarte, there has been an increase in participation for its free Senior Center pickleball program at the Duarte Sports Park (1401 Central Ave). The program has grown to a three day a week, two-hour program offered at the six temporary pickleball courts, which will continue at Royal Oaks Park even with the addition of the new courts. With the approval of the Pickleball Court Conversion at Royal Oaks Park, there will be four additional pickleball courts: two permanent and

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two interchangeable. Monrovia

Monrovia Public Library looking for donations for Summer Reading Program

The Summer Reading Program runs from June 1 to July 31. Participants range from children to senior citizens. In previous years, more than 2,000 people enrolled in the program, receiving rewards and coupons. Continuing the tradition, each participant will receive a complimentary book in June and another in July.If you would like to donate a monetary gift or no-obligation prize coupons, contact Annette Simpson at (626) 256-8269 or email asimpson@ci.monrovia. ca.us.

Orange County

Orange County

OC DA launches multi-county PSA

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office has launched a multi-county public safety advertising campaign to make it clear that crime doesn’t pay in Orange County and that thieves will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Using federal asset forfeiture money, the District Attorney’s Office has taken advertising space out on static and electronic billboards on major freeways coming into Orange County from Los Angeles and Riverside counties as well as on billboards throughout Orange County, including a billboard at the Outlets at Orange with the message: “CRIME DOESN’T PAY IN ORANGE COUNTY. IF YOU STEAL, WE PROSECUTE. THE ORANGE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE.”

Anaheim Planning Commission approves DisneylandFor-

ward items; City Council to consider in April

Anaheim’s Planning Commission on Monday approved zoning and planning changes for DisneylandForward, a multidecade proposal to update where types of development can go and mix together on space Disney now owns or operates around its Anaheim theme parks.The Planning Commission vote serves as a recommendation for the City Council, which is set to consider the full DisneylandForward proposal on April 16. DisneylandForward calls for allowing theme park attractions alongside hotels on the west side of Disneyland Drive and for theme park attractions alongside new shopping, dining and entertainment to the southeast on what is today the Toy Story Parking Area at Katella Avenue and Harbor Boulevard. The proposal also calls for expanded parking east and new parking northeast of the theme parks and potential foot bridges across Harbor Boulevard and Disneyland Drive.

Riverside

Riverside County

Healthy Jurupa Valley Job Fair slated for March 23

Jobseekers and companies can connect at the free Healthy Jurupa Valley Job Fair on March 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair will be held at the Jurupa Valley Resource Center at 8300 Limonite Ave., Ste F, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509. For more information, visit https://rivcoworkforce. org/events/healthy-jurupavalley-job-fair.

University of Redlands Pow Wow slated for March 23

University of Redlands students celebrate Native American culture with traditional songs, dances, foods and crafts on campus on

March 23 from 1 to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.For more information, visit redlands.edu/study/ schools-and-centers/collegeof-arts-and-sciences/nativeamerican-student-programs/ upcoming-events/.

City of Riverside

Hop to Ryan Bonaminio Park for the Spring Eggstravaganza

Spring Eggstravaganza is this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ryan Bonaminio Park at Tequesquite Arroyo, 5000 Tequesquite Ave., according to city officials. Activities will include age-divided egg hunts, photos with Peter Rabbit, entertainment, and community vendor booths. The fun zone activities include spring crafts, game booths, jumpers/inflatables, body art and train rides. Wristbands are required for participation in the fun zone. Fun Zone Wristbands are $10 pre-sale until Thursday at 8 p.m.; $12 day of event. Wristbands can be purchased pre-sale at any PRCSD community centers, the PRCSD Admin Office (Marcy Library -2nd Floor), or online at www.RivReg.org via the ActiveNet registration system. Register online at RivReg.org or at any community center.

San Bernardino

San Bernardino County

Colton Area Museum reopens after renovation

Since 2021, the San Bernardino County Museum has partnered with the Colton Area Museum on a grant-funded project to redevelop the museum’s exhibits and create a space that is fun, interactive and inclusive of the complete community. Constructed in 1908, it was originally the Colton Carnegie Public Library until it closed in 1982, reopening as the Colton Area

Museum in 1991. “We truly hope that this new vision of the museum speaks to a more inclusive, ever-evolving narrative history of Colton, which will grow and change as more exciting pieces of Colton’s rich past are discovered by residents and hope they will become active patrons in the museum’s bright future,” shared Colton Area Museum Board President Christina Perris.

City of San Bernardino

Bryce Hanes Park, Jon Cole Skate Park transformed

In partnership with the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, Bryce Hanes Park and the Jon Cole Skate Park received the full treatment with cleaning, repairs and upgrades. Work included trimming trees, new landscaping, new murals and art at the skate park, and upgrades to the restrooms, including plumbing repairs and interior/exterior paint. A new decorative rockscape was also installed. Additional improvements to the playground are being planned as well as the creation of a new herb and fragrance garden.

Ontario

Artist Conversation with Gerald Clarke at Ontario Museum of History & Art Saturday

The Ontario Museum of History & Art is hosting an Artist Conversation with Gerald Clarke - a visual artist, educator, tribal leader, cultural practitioner and enrolled citizen of the Cahuilla Band of Indians - this Saturday from noon to 1:30 p.m. The “Conduit” exhibited artist will be joined by guest curator Debra Scacco for a conversation about water rights, American Indian stereotypes and the role water plays in Indigenous culture.

Monrovia

Feb. 29

At 5:20 a.m., a caller in the area of Hillcrest and Melrose reported a solo vehicle traffic collision. Officers arrived and located the driver who had collided into a curb. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 9:08 a.m., a witness reported a traffic collision in the area of Camino Real and Peck Road.

At 1:17 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of East Huntington called to report a theft that had occurred the day prior. Two suspects entered the business and stole approximately merchandise. This investigation is continuing.

March 1

At 12:49 a.m., a resident in the 500 block of West Duarte walked outside to his car and discovered someone had entered his unlocked vehicle, ransacked it, then took personal items. This investigation is continuing.

At 6:23 a.m., a caller in the 700 block of West Huntington reported her vehicle was broken into overnight while parked in a parking lot. The window was smashed and her backpack and wallet were stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 9:23 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 500 block of West Huntington regarding a theft. A male subject walked out of a business without paying for merchandise. Officers arrived and located the suspect. He was arrested, cited,

and released at the scene.

At 12:24 p.m., a petty theft was reported in the 400 block of West Huntington. A male subject stole merchandise and fled the scene. Officers conducted an area check but were unable to locate him. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:52 p.m., officers responded to the area of Huntington and 5th regarding a non-injury traffic collision investigation.

At 4:11 p.m., a caller in the 600 block of West Huntington reported that a male subject started a fire. Officers arrived and made contact with a male subject in the area, but the caller was unable to identify him. This investigation is continuing.

At 5:14 p.m., officers patrolling the area of Myrtle and Palm attempted to pull over a subject on a moped for a traffic violation but the subject failed to yield and led officers on a brief pursuit. Due to the safety of the public, the pursuit was terminated. This investigation is continuing.

At 7:41 p.m., a witness reported a group of juveniles fighting two other males in the 100 block of West Lime. Officers arrived and located a juvenile victim who had injuries to his face. The suspects had fled prior to officers’ arrival. The victim said he had been battered by multiple suspects, one of the suspects forced the victim's skateboard out of his hands, and they all fled the area. Officers located the juvenile suspect with the skateboard and positively identified him. Paramedics responded and treated the victim who was released to his family. His stolen skateboard

was returned to him. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:07 p.m., a caller reported she was in a struggle with her adult son in the 100 block of West Olive. When officers arrived, the male subject immediately ran into a crowd of people. While officers were talking with the caller, they saw the male running back toward them. A struggle ensued between the officers and the male. It was determined the male subject was in need of a mental health evaluation.

At 9:26 p.m., a non-injury traffic collision was reported in the 100 block of West Chestnut. Officers arrived and after conducting an investigation, issued a citation to the driver found to be at fault.

March 2

At 12:09 a.m., an employee from a business in the 100 block of East Olive reported a male adult in the bar was yelling at customers and trying to get behind the bar. When officers arrived, the male had already left, but was found banging on the front door of a home that did not belong to him. Officers arrived and located the subject. An investigation revealed he was under the influence of narcotics. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 1:06 a.m., a resident in the 100 block of El Norte a male guest was in her home and she did not feel safe. Officers arrived and determined the male subject was in need of a mental health evaluation. He was transported to a medical facility for treatment.

At 10:37 a.m., a caller

in the 700 block of West Duarte reported a subject had set something on fire and there was smoke. Officers arrived and located a subject who had started a fire near a gas line. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 10:41 a.m., a passerby in the 100 block of East Olive reported a male subject yelling. Officers arrived and located the subject and ultimately transported him to a hospital for a mental evaluation due to the statements he was making.

At 11:40 a.m., an injury traffic collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian was reported in the area of Canyon and Foothill. The injured party refused medical attention.

At 11:52 a.m., officers responded to the area of Duarte and Magnolia regarding a traffic collision where a vehicle struck a tree. No injuries were reported.

At 4:53 p.m., a caller in the 700 block of East Huntington reported that her son, who suffers from mental health conditions, was threatening to harm her. Officers arrived and made contact with the male subject. Officers determined he was a danger to others and transported him to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

Arcadia

March 3

At 8:02 a.m., officers responded to 626 Hospitality, 160 E. Duarte Road, regarding the report of a burglary. Surveillance footage revealed three suspects smashed the east facing glass door and entered the location just after 2 a.m. The suspects were described as

males. One suspect was wearing a black rain jacket with black pants. The second suspect was wearing a black and yellow hooded sweatshirt with black pants and a headlamp, and the third suspect was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt with black pants, carrying a yellow pry bar.

At 3:15 p.m., officers responded to the riverbed area south of Camino Real Avenue near Eighth Avenue regarding an encampment with two large tents and several full shopping carts. Officers had contacted subjects in that area three days prior and notified them that they had 72 hours to vacate the premises. The two subjects who were still occupying the location, a 34-year-old female transient and a 41-year-old male transient, were issued citations for illegal camping.

At 4:27 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 800 block of Hugo Reid Drive regarding a burglary report. The victim returned home after a two-month vacation to find the front door lock had been broken. Unknown suspect(s) ransacked the home, stealing an unknown amount of property.

March 4

At 1:40 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Santa Anita Avenue and Campus Drive regarding the notification of a stolen vehicle in the area. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The driver, a 44-yearold male from Pasadena, was arrested for grand theft of a vehicle and an outstanding warrant. The passenger, a 35-year-old male from Pasadena, was arrested for two outstanding warrants.

At 5:11 p.m., officers responded to the parking lot of the Shops at Santa Anita, 400 S. Baldwin Ave., regarding the report of a vehicle burglary that had occurred between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. An unknown suspect smashed the front passenger side window and stole a backpack containing a laptop, a tablet, and a battery pack.

At 8:21 p.m., officers responded to the Peacock parking structure of the Shops at Santa Anita, 400 S. Baldwin Ave., regarding notification of a stolen vehicle in the area. Officers located the stolen vehicle, occupied by a male a driver and female passenger, and conducted a traffic stop. The 20-year-old male from Los Angeles was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

March 5

At 1:02 p.m., officers responded to Wells Fargo Bank, 1200 S. Baldwin Ave., regarding a theft that had just occurred. An investigation revealed four suspects worked in concert to distract the victim so they could steal her money. The victim had just returned to her vehicle and placed an envelope of cash on her passenger seat when a male subject knocked on her rear window. The suspects had placed nails and thumbtacks behind the tire of her car. One suspect alerted her to the tacks while a female suspect entered her car and stole her money. The two suspects fled the scene in an awaiting car. Officers located the suspect vehicle and detained the four occupants. A 20-year-old male, a 29-year-old male, a 24-year-old male, and a 37-year-old female, all from Los Angeles, were arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

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Monrovia Old Town report: Somebunny is coming to visit!

Spring hasn’t quite sprung, yet, but it sure is trying to! This being a leap year, spring begins on March 19. Flowers are blooming against our still gray skies. As I type this, I am looking at what appears to be rain clouds, yet the weatherman predicted we’ll be at 80 degrees by Friday. I actually love the cloud cover. Our mountains look so lovely nestled in between the clouds. Enjoy this cooler weather while it lasts. Pretty soon, it will be hotter than h-e-double-hockey-sticks and I’ll be fresh outta clucks, for sure.

Springtime brings flowers, fun and shenanigans. If you aren’t cooking your own corned beef and cabbage, I hear 38 Degrees makes a delicious version. The Saltner will probably offer some sort of delicious small plate in honor

of St. Patrick. Or just head to Vons; they sell Harris Ranch Corned Beef. I’m only buying five this year, so there will be plenty left for y’all. Chop up the leftovers with a little of the broth, fry it up, toss a poached egg on top and you have yourself the best corned beef hash ever. I am looking forward to seeing everyone looking very festive in their green but still on their best behavior.

I have some “eggciting” news for you. On March 23, the Spring Bunny will be in Library Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Not only is this a free photo-op, but there will also be arts and crafts, giant lawn games and story time. I hear the Easter Bunny loves hip-hop. I was hoping we would have a DJ, but sadly we will have to revisit that for next year.

They say you shouldn’t

put all your eggs in one basket but on March 30 you have my permission. Hop on over to Rec Park (620 S. Shamrock Ave.), from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., for the Eggstraordinary and Eggciting Spring Egg Hunt. There will be more Spring Bunny photos, 0-2 toddler activities, music, the aforementioned egg hunt, family activities, teen activities, face painting, food trucks, arts and crafts and a special guest: the Monrovia Reads Van! The egg hunt times are broken down by age so that the littles don’t get mowed over by the bigs. Do not be late. The hunts will start promptly. Cross your fingers for no rain, all this cuteness and “funnery” will be canceled in the event of rain.

Coming soon

It’s time to sip, shop and support our Old Town

merchants. Our 7th Annual Monrovia Wine Walk is on April 13. Buy your tickets soon, as this super fun event sells out every darn year. This is a “grape” opportunity to gather with friends and walk through Old Town to sip some great wines (non-alcoholic varieties are also available), nibble some tasty bites, but mostly to get to know some of the businesses you may not be familiar with. See what they have to offer. You might find it is just what you’ve been looking for. You can pre-buy your tickets for $45 at the Community Center or Charlie’s House. Tickets will be sold at the event for $60. Check-in is at Library Park. This event begins at wine o’clock and ends at pour decisions. Just kidding. It's from 6 to 9 p.m.

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As we celebrate 138

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years of Monrovia, a fourth day o’fun has been added to Monrovia Days. The parade will be on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. The carnival will be from May 17 to May 19. There are sponsorship and

Southern California unemployment rates rise in January

Los Angeles County's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 5.4% in January, up slightly from a revised 5.2% in December, according to figures released Friday by the state Employment Development Department.

The 5.4% rate was above the 5% rate from January 2023.

In Orange County, where seasonally adjusted numbers were not available, the January unemployment rate was 4.2%, up from a revised 3.8% in December.

Statewide, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.2% in January, 5.1% in December and 4.5% in January 2023. The comparable figures for the nation were 3.7% in January, 3.7% in December and 3.4% a year ago.

Total nonfarm employment in Los Angeles County decreased by 70,200 positions between December

and January to reach more than 4.5 million. The trade, transportation and utilities sector led the way by dropping 20,500 jobs, thanks largely to the end of the holiday season and drops in retail employment, according to the EDD.

In Orange County, nonfarm jobs declined by 24,700 between December and January.

Inland Empire Riverside County's unemployment rate began the year higher than where it ended the last one amid a series of payroll losses, according to the EDD's latest figures.

The countywide jobless rate in January, based on preliminary EDD estimates, was 5.5%, compared to 5.1% in December.

The EDD posted the data outside of its usual schedule due to an annual statistical revision process done in concert with the U.S. Department of Labor known as

"benchmarking," which is intended to improve accuracy of results. The process will wrap up later this month, at which point the February jobless figures will also be released.

According to data, the January rate was a full percentage point above the year-ago level, when countywide unemployment stood at 4.5%.

An estimated 64,300 county residents were recorded as out of work in January, and 1,099,800 were employed, according to EDD.

Mecca had the highest unemployment rate countywide in January at 13.3%, followed by Cherry Valley and Coachella, each at 9.9%, Rancho Mirage at 7.8%, Desert Hot Springs at 7.7% and East Hemet at 7.6%.

The combined unemployment rate for Riverside and San Bernardino counties — the Inland Empire — in January

was also 5.5%, up from 5% in December, the EDD said.

Bi-county data indicated that payrolls declined virtually across the board, but the sector hemorrhaging the largest number was trade and transportation, which posted a loss of 15,500 positions, particularly in retail as brickand-mortar stores cut back after the holidays.

The agricultural, construction, financial services, health services, hospitality, information technology, manufacturing, professional business services and public sectors altogether shed roughly 15,800 jobs.

Payrolls also compressed in miscellaneous unclassified industries, which shrank by 1,500 positions, according to EDD data.

There were no reported payroll gains, with only the mining sector unchanged in January, figures showed.

San Diego County

The unemployment rate in San Diego County increased to 4.7% in February, up from a revised 4.3% in January and above the year-ago estimate of 3.7%, according to the EDD.

Last month's rate compares with an unadjusted unemployment rate of 5.7% for California and 4.1% for the nation during the same period.

Between December 2023 and January 2024, total nonfarm employment in San Diego County decreased by 23,400 for a total of 1,548,600 jobs.

Trade, transportation, and utilities reported the largest month-over employment change with a loss of 7,300 jobs. Seasonal job declines were concentrated on retail trade — down 5,500 — which accounted for 75% percent of the job losses, the EDD reported.

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saw losses of 6,300 jobs, led by a drop of 5,200 jobs in accommodation and food services.

Arts, entertainment and recreation also saw a contraction of 1,100 jobs.

Professional and business services also saw losses of 3,800 jobs, including 1,700 in the sub-sector of professional, scientific and technical services that are typically associated with higher wage occupations.

Despite the month-over losses between January 2023 and January 2024, nonfarm employment in San Diego County increased by 20,500 or 1.3%.

Private education and health services led the industry sectors, adding 16,300 jobs. Health care and social assistance accounted for 91% of the increase.

Leisure and hospitality also reported an increase of 6,700 jobs and government payrolls increased by 4,300 jobs.

" Oppenheimer" is sitting high in Hollywood history Monday, one day after capping its remarkable run through the 2023-24 awards season by capturing seven Academy Awards at the 96th Oscars — including the trophy for best picture.

The story of atomic bomb mastermind J. Robert Oppenheimer took a leading 13 nominations into Sunday's awards ceremony at the Dolby Theatre and, besides winning the top prize, came away with Oscars for best actor Cillian Murphy, best director Christopher Nolan and best supporting actor Robert Downey Jr.

The film also won for cinematography, film editing and best score.

"Oppenheimer" topped nine other competitors in the best picture category — "American Fiction," "Anatomy of a Fall," "Barbie," "The Holdovers," "Killers of the Flower Moon,"` "Maestro," "Past Lives," "Poor Things" and "The Zone of Interest."

Best picture is the only one of the 23 Oscar categories with 10 nominees. All the others have five apiece.

Murphy, meanwhile, continued his own awards season success with his victory in the best actor category, besting Bradley Cooper in "Maestro," Colman Domingo in "Rustin," Paul Giamatti in "The Holdovers" and Jeffrey Wright in "American Fiction."

'Oppenheimer' wins best picture Oscar, 7 awards in all

Murphy had already won a Golden Globe for actor in a drama film and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his "Oppenheimer" role.

"We made a film about the man who created the atomic bomb. And for better or for worse, we're all living in Oppenheimer's world," Murphy said in accepting his first Oscar. "So I would really like to dedicate this to the peacemakers everywhere."

Nolan's win in the director category came after seven previous Oscar nominations for directing, writing or producing.

"I have so many people to thank," Nolan said. "The most incredible cast. ... All (at) the top of their game led by the incredible Cillian Murphy. A crew, some of whom have been awarded tonight. I can't say enough about the incredible crew that we got together on this film."

Nolan's win denied the award to Justine Triet for "Anatomy of a Fall," Martin Scorsese for "Killers of the Flower Moon," Yorgos Lanthimos for "Poor Things" and Jonathan Glazer for "The Zone of Interest."

Scorsese's nomination marked the 10th of his career, moving him past Steven Spielberg for most by a living director. The late William Wyler had 12 nods, including three wins.

But "Killers" was shut out on Sunday, despite coming into the evening with 10 nominations —

behind only "Oppenheimer" and "Poor Things," which had 11 nods. Of Scorsese's nine previous nods, he won just once, for 2006's "The Departed."

"Maestro," Bradley Cooper's biopic about composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein, was another notable shutout Sunday.

Meanwhile, Emma Stone won the award for best actress — making it four Oscar victories Sunday for the Frankenstein-esque "Poor Things."

The film also took awards

for production design, hair and makeup, and costume design.

Stone's win was her second as best actress. She also won in 2017 for "La La Land." This year, she beat out Annette Bening in "Nyad," Lily Gladstone in "Killers of the Flower Moon," Sandra Huller in "Anatomy of a Fall" and Carey Mulligan in "Maestro."

"The other night I was panicking — as you can kind of see, it happens a lot — that maybe something like this could happen," Stone said in her acceptance speech.

"And Yorgos (Lanthimos, the film's Oscar-nominated director), said to me, 'Please take yourself out of it.' And he was right, because it's not about me. It's about a team that came together to make something greater than the sum of its parts.

"And that is the best part about making movies," she added. "It's all of us together. And I am so deeply honored to share this with every cast member, with every crew member, with every single person who poured their love and their care and their brilliance into the making

of this film."

Downey, in capturing best supporting actor, added to his earlier hardware haul at the Golden Globes and SAG Awards.

With his third Oscar nomination and first win, he topped Sterling K. Brown of "American Fiction," Robert De Niro in "Killers of the Flower Moon," Ryan Gosling in "Barbie" and Mark Ruffalo in "Poor Things."

Downey was previously nominated for supporting actor in 2009 for "Tropic Thunder" and for best actor in 1993 for "Chaplin."

"I'd like to thank my terrible childhood, and the Academy — in that order," Downey joked.

Referring to his earlier troubles with drugs and run-ins with the law, Downey also said, "I would like to thank my veterinarian — I mean wife, Susan Downey, over there. She found me a snarling rescue pet, and you loved me back to life. That's why I'm here. Thank you."

Da'vine Joy Randolph won the Oscar for best supporting actress for her role in "The Holdovers," playing a cafeteria manager mourning the death of her son.

She beat out Emily Blunt in "Oppenheimer," Danielle Brooks in "The Color Purple," America Ferrera in "Barbie" and Jodie Foster in "Nyad."

"God is so good. God is so good," an emotional Randolph said. "You know ... I didn't think I was supposed to be doing this as a career. I started off as a singer. And my mother said to me, 'Go across that street to that theater department. There's something for you there.'

"For so long I've always wanted to be different, and now I realize I just need to be myself. And I thank you. I thank you for seeing me."

"Barbie" director Greta Gerwig and star Margot Robbie were two of the most noteworthy snubs of Oscar season — failing to capture nods for best director and best actress, respectively,

despite the box-office bonanza their film reaped over the summer of 2023.

Gerwig did take a nomination for best adapted screenplay along with her co-writer, Noah Baumbach — but the team lost out to "American Fiction," written for the screen by Cord Jefferson.

In fact, all the hype of "Barbenheimer" — the summer box-office one-two punch of "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" — led to only one Oscar for the film about the iconic American toy doll.

At one point Sunday, as Blunt and Gosling shared the stage for a presentation, Blunt glanced at Gosling and joked about the films' competition, saying, "And to the way this awards season worked out, it wasn't much of a rivalry."

"Barbie" did salvage a victory in the best original song category — "What Was I Made For?" with music and lyrics by Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell.

At age 22, Eilish became the youngest person to ever win two Oscars. She also won best original song in 2022 for "No Time to Die," from the James Bond film of the same name.

In the original screenplay category Sunday, Triet and Arthur Harari won for "Anatomy of a Fall," a French film about a woman trying to prove her innocence in the death of her husband.

In the earlier major awards shows this year, "Oppenheimer" was the dominant film, capturing five Golden Globes, three SAG Awards and eight Critics Choice Awards, as well as honors from the Producers Guild of America and the Directors Guild of America.

Sunday's ceremony was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, taking his fourth turn as emcee of Hollywood's glitziest event.

A complete list of winners and nominees is online at: https://www. oscars.org/oscars/ceremonies/2024.

Tar balls still turning up from Huntington Beach oil sheen; 2 birds die

Offshorerecovery assets put in place to deal with an oil sheen off the coast of Huntington Beach are being demobilized after a flyover did not observe any sheen, however shoreline cleanup teams continue to observe tar balls Monday along the beaches, and at least two birds have died, authorities said.

The roughly 2.5-mile oil sheen was spotted in the ocean water Thursday evening. Monitoring and cleanup efforts are being handled by a Unified Command consisting of the U.S. Coast Guard, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Office of Spill Prevention and Response and the Orange County Sheriff's Department.

Flyovers Saturday and Sunday morning by a Coast Guard helicopter did not observe any sheen offshore. Cleanup crews recovered approximately 85 gallons of product from offshore recovery and removed about 800 pounds of oily waste and tar balls from the shoreline and will continue to remove

them as needed, according to the Unified Command.

The largest tar ball was 15 centimeters but others were 6 centimeters, the Coast Guard's Richard Uranga told City News Service on Saturday.

No beach closures were ordered, but the public was advised to avoid contact with tar balls along the shoreline.

The CDFW-OSPR consulted with the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, which found that there is not likely to be a public health threat associated with consuming fish due to the incident, but officials advised against fishing in areas with a visible sheen on the water.

Wildlife crews were surveying the shoreline for oiled wildlife, and found at least three live birds who were visibly oiled: a Brandt's cormorant, a common loon and a western grebe. The cormorant died in care overnight, officials said. An injured, unoiled snowy plover who was captured also died overnight.

Beachgoers observing oiled wildlife were advised

UCLA forecast:

In part due to strengths such as a rebound in imported goods through ports and harbors and strong income growth, California's economy should continue to outpace that of the United States as a whole over the next three years, but not by much, according to a UCLA forecast released Wednesday.

"The risks to the forecast are political, geopolitical and the potential for interest rates to still disrupt the current expansion on the downside and increased international immigration and accelerated onshoring of technical manufacturing on the upside," UCLA

not to attempt to capture the animals, but to report observations to 1-877-UCDOWCN, or 1-877-823- 6926.

The Coast Guard's Sector Los Angeles-Long Beach Command Center said it received a report at 6:50 p.m. Thursday of an unknown substance in the water 1.5 miles off the coast of Huntington Beach.

Coast Guard Pollution Responders got underway at 6:30 a.m. Friday with a Newport Harbor Patrol boat to investigate. A Coast Guard helicopter also conducted an overflight in the area at sunrise. Upon investigation, an oil sheen was discovered that spanned 2.5 miles in length and a half-mile in width, roughly 2.8 miles off Huntington Beach near platforms Emmy and Eva, according to the Coast Guard.

Approximately 85% of the sheen, roughly 85 gallons of product, was recovered before the deteriorating sea state caused operations to pause for the evening, the Unified Command announced at 8:19 p.m. Friday.

The cause of the sheen was still being investigated.

"For clarification, reports that Platform Elly reported a discharge of produced water on the morning of March 8 are correct," the Unified Command said Saturday. "Still, the characteristics of the produced water from Platform Elly do not align with what was observed from the sheen. At this time, we do not believe the sheen and the discharge are related."

Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley visited Dog Beach in Huntington Beach on Friday and got some of the tar on her shoes, but she said the problem appears to be contained.

"It's contained is what I understand, but they're still investigating and the good news is we have all the resources out there," Foley said. "And they'll get it cleaned up quickly."

Foley said regular Dog Beach visitors reported the tar balls were worse than usual.

Meanwhile, the Orange County Health Care Agency warned beach visitors about

touching the tar balls.

"Contact with crude oil can pose health risks," said Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong, County Health Officer. "Residents and visitors are advised to take caution in affected areas and to avoid touching visible tar."

Crude oil poses a risk of skin contact contamination and may emit volatile components into the air, including toxic chemicals, the HCA's Environmental Health Division said. Prolonged exposure to these substances can lead to health issues including skin, eye, nose and throat irritation, headache,

dizziness, upset stomach, vomiting and coughing or shortness of breath. People with preexisting respiratory conditions such as asthma, as well as the elderly and children are particularly vulnerable to adverse effects from inhaling oil vapors.

An oil spill in the same general area in 2021 led to reforms that appear to have improved the response, Foley said.

"We have a better system in place now," Foley said. "Everybody is all coordinated now — better than they were before so they got a quick response out there."

California economy to outpace the US, but barely

Anderson Forecast Director Jerry Nickelsburg wrote in a quarterly report on the state's economy.

According to Nickelsburg, the state's gross domestic product rose faster than the United States and all but three large states -- Washington, Florida and Texas -- in the first three months of 2023, the latest data available. He noted that Florida and Texas growth was due primarily to more people moving to those states, boosting the housing markets.

"With the loss in population in California, per capita income growth continues to rival `successful' large

states across the country," he wrote. "While there are still challenges ahead, notably state and local government finance, homelessness and out-migration, the forces driving California's economy remain robust."

Nickelsburg also noted a rebound in imports at the state's ports, aided in part by resolution of a longstanding labor dispute with dock-workers. The state's major airports have largely returned to "normal times" in terms of cargo, although air cargo at Los Angeles International Airport is still lagging, "and there is no clear neutral or positive trend."

The forecast predicts an average unemployment rate of 4.7% for the first quarter of the year, and averages of 4.6% for 2024 overall, 3.8% for 2025 and 3.9% for 2026. Employment growth over those years is predicted at -0.6%, 2.1% and 1.5%, respectively. Real personal income is expected to grow at 2%, 2.9% and 2.7% during that span.

"In spite of the higher interest rates, the continued demand for a limited housing stock coupled with state policies inducing new homebuilding should result in the beginning of a recovery this year followed by solid growth in new home

production thereafter," Nickelsburg wrote. "Our expectation is for 123,000 net new units to be permitted in 2024 and permitted new units to grow to 159,500 by the end of 2026. Needless to say, this level of home building means that the prospect of the private sector building out of the housing affordability problem over the next three years is nil."

On the national front, Nickelsburg wrote that continued high interest rates will keep restraining U.S. economic growth this year, accompanied by inflation rates that remain elevated thanks to residential rents, automotive repair costs and

health insurance costs.

The national economic picture also faces a variety of potentially volatile factors, including geopolitical conditions, a lingering threat of a government shutdown and possible major policy changes following the presidential election.

"These risks are substantial and bear watching as they could well drive the economy off the current growth path that would return the U.S. economy to a trend of 2.5% growth," he wrote. "The upside of the forecast is productivity growth due to new technology that drives higher wages and higher GDP."

Monrovia City Notices

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 2024-01

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2 (ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) AND TITLE

17 (ZONING) OF THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO STREAMLINE THE REVIEW OF MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE MULTIPLEFAMILY RESIDENTIAL AND NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ZONES

This is a summary of the above entitled Ordinance of the City of Monrovia, which was read by title only and introduced by the Monrovia City Council at its regular meeting on February 6, 2024 by a vote of 5 in favor (Becky Shevlin, Larry Spicer, Gloria Crudgington, Dr. Tamala Kelly, Sergio Jimenez) and 0 opposed. The final vote on the Ordinance will take place at the regular City Council meeting on March 19, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the City Council Chambers, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California. This summary has been prepared and published in accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 36933.

The State Legislature enacted a series of laws that require cities to streamline housing approvals through a ministerial process. These laws preclude the City’s ability to deny a housing project based on subjective reasons. To comply with these State housing laws, the proposed Ordinance removes the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) requirement and discretionary review for multiple-family residential development in all multiple-family residential zones and the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) zone. The proposed Ordinance also establishes new objective design standards for multiple-family residential development.

Specifically, Ordinance No. 2024-01 amends Section 2.56.030 of the Monrovia Municipal Code (MMC) to remove duplex and multi-family developments from the Development Review Committee’s neighborhood compatibility design review and exclude residential development projects from the Committee’s review of grading permits.

The proposed Ordinance also amends MMC Section 17.08.010 to delete the major Conditional Use Permit requirement for multiplefamily dwelling uses from multiple-family and NC zones. The Ordinance amends MMC Section 17.12.005 to remove the category titled “Multifamily development not subject to a CUP” from the list of construction projects subject to review and notification.

Ordinance No. 2024-01 also amends MMC Section 17.12.030 to add new subsections that: (i) require all new multiple-family development to comply with all applicable Zoning Code requirements and a new set of objective design standards; and (ii) provide notice requirements for applicants of multi-family residential projects. Finally, the proposed Ordinance amends MMC Section 17.24.050 to include pavement requirements for driveways and parking spaces for residential developments.

Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s local CEQA Guidelines, the proposed Ordinance is within the scope of the zoning text amendments that were analyzed in the previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) that was adopted in connection with the General Plan’s 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. The MND found that with the imposition of the mitigation measures that were set forth therein, there were no significant environmental impacts that would arise from the proposed Zoning Text amendments and proposed amendments to the General Plan.

A certified copy of the entirety of the text of Ordinance No. 2024-01 is available in the office of the City Clerk in City Hall, and is available for public inspection during regular business hours at that location.

ALICE D. ATKINS, MMC

City Clerk

Publish Thursday, March 14, 2024

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El Monte City Notices

CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Jeni Colon (626) 258-8626

TO: All Interested Parties

FROM: City of El Monte Planning Division

PROJECT LOCATION: Commonly referred to as 3700 Monterey Avenue and identified as follows:

• King Court, Court Adair, and portions of Monterey Avenue, Railroad Street, and El Monte Avenue;

• 10819 Valley Boulevard (APN: 8575-019-910); 3704, 3716 and 3721 Monterey Avenue (APNS: 8575-019914, 8575-019-913 and 8575-021-936);

• 3637, 3645 and 3649, and 221 El Monte Avenue (APNS: 8575019-911, 8575-019-912, 8575-019-908, 8575-019-907);

• 10821 Railroad Street (APN: 8575-017-909); and

• APNS: 8575-022-922, 8575-022-925, 8575-021-934 and 8575-021-932.

The project is located within the Station and Monte Vista sub areas of the Downtown Main Street Specific Plan Area (SP-4). A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division.

APPLICANTS: Area Y El Monte, LLC. for the residential development and City of El Monte for the City Park and El Monte Paseo

PROPERTY OWNERS: Community Redevelopment Agency of El Monte City and City of El Monte

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

• Vacate (Abandon) Court Adair and King Court and portions of Railroad Street, Monterey Avenue and El Monte Avenue;

• Construct 87 new three-story condominium townhomes with attached two-car garages;

• Construct a new 0.79-acre city park and 6,220 square foot (sf) pedestrian paseo (El Monte Paseo); and

• Remedial actions including housekeeping activities were performed on the project site to restore the site to a condition that allows for residential use, which included removing a total of 4.9 cubic yards of soil containing levels of arsenic and lead that exceeded regulatory screening levels.

The Planning Commission will act as the recommending body, with the final determination made by the City Council at a future public hearing. The request is made pursuant to Chapters 16.21 (Tentative Maps), 17.122 (Design and Minor Design Review), 17.125 (Variances and Minor Variances) and 17.129 (Development Agreements) of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC).

REQUESTED ENTITLEMENTS:

Tentative Tract Map (TTM) No. 83528 is proposed as follows: Vacate (Abandon) Court Adair and King Court and portions of Railroad Street, Monterey Avenue and El Monte Avenue; and Consolidate 12 vacant parcels (4.5741 acres) and create one numbered lot and two lettered lots described as follows:

Lot 1 at 3.7592 acres in size for the development of 87 condominium townhomes;

Lot A at 0.7158 acres in size for a new City Park; and

Lot B at 0.0390 acres in size as part of the El Monte Public Paseo.

Design Review (DR) No. 03-21 to review the site configuration, architectural design, and landscaping for the construction of 87 new three (3)-story townhomes on Lot 1.

Variance (VAR) No. 01-21 for deviating from minimum Station and Monte Vista sub- areas density requirements for Lot 1.

VAR No. 02-21 for deviating from the building form requirements. Development Agreement (DEV) No. 01-2024 to expressly define a development project’s rules, regulations, commitments, and policies for a specific period of time.

ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION: The Project’s Initial Study (IS) determined that there would be less than significant environmental impacts because mitigation measures would be incorporated into the Project. A Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was prepared that provides mitigation measures to lessen potential impacts below significant levels related to air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, hazards and hazardous materials, and tribal cultural resources.

The IS/MND and supporting documentation for the proposed project were made available for public review on November 9, 2023 through December 8, 2023 and publication and public circulation of the IS/MND was effectuated by the City in accordance with Public Resources Code Sections 21091–21092.6 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Sections 15072-15073 and 15105 of the CEQA Guidelines, as applicable, prior to adoption of the MND.

The full environmental document and supporting technical studies can be found at the City’s Planning Division (located at City Hall West) public counter located at 11333 Valley Boulevard, or on the City’s website at: http://ci.el-monte.ca.us/499/Current-Projects

PLACE OF HEARING: Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for:

Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: El Monte City Hall

City Hall East – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard

El Monte, CA 91731

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Attend the meeting in person at the City’s Council Chambers.

(2) Turn your TV to Channel 3.

(3) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/CouncilMeeting-Videos.

(4) Call-in Conference Line at (669) 444-9171; Meeting ID 890 6173

4276, then press #, press # again when prompted for participant ID. Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Call-in Conference Line at (669) 444-9171; Meeting: ID 890 6173

4276, then press #, press # again when prompted for participant ID. Once admitted into the meeting, press *9 to request to speak.

(2) E-mail – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the Planning Division’s general e-mail address: planning@elmonteca.gov. All questions/comments must be received by the Planning Division no later than 3:00 pm on March 26, 2024. The staff report on this matter will be available on or about March 21, 2024 on the City of El Monte website, which may be accessed at https://www.ci.el-monte.ca.us/AgendaCenter/PlanningCommission-2 or by e-mailing nlee@elmonteca.gov.

Americans With Disabilities Act : In compliance with Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132) and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof, the Agenda will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability. Should you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office by calling (626) 580-2016. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.

Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so in in writing prior to the meeting date and must be received by 3:00 p.m., the day of the meeting. Public Comments of no more than 3-minutes shall be read into the record. Written comments shall be sent to Nancy Lee; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at nlee@ elmonteca.gov. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further information regarding this application please contact Nancy Lee at (626) 258-8626. Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

PUBLISHED DATE: Thursday, March 14, 2024, by Nancy Lee, Senior Planner/Acting City Planner and Planning Commission Secretary

Publish March 14, 2024

EL MONTE EXAMINER

CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Jeni Colon (626) 258-8626

TO: All Interested Parties

FROM: City of El Monte Planning Division

PROJECT LOCATION: 9961 Valley Boulevard, Unit G / APN No. 8577-013-043

APPLICATIONS: Conditional Use Permit No. 02-2023

REQUEST: The applicant is requesting approval to establish and operate a new 1,020 square foot massage establishment on a 0.96acre property currently developed as a multi-tenant commercial building and a Motel. The property is located in the C-3 (General Commercial) zone. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 17.123 of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC).

PROPERTY OWNER: Eunice Plaza Motel

APPLICANT: Xiaowei Li

ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION: Article 19. Categorical Exemptions – Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended.

PLACE OF HEARING: Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for:

Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: El Monte City Hall City Hall East – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard El Monte, CA 91731

Members of the public wishing to observe the meeting may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Attend the meeting in person at the City’s Council Chambers.

(2) Turn your TV to Channel 3.

(3) City’s website at http://www.elmonteca.gov/378/Council-Meeting-Videos.

(4) Call-in Conference Line at (669) 444-9171; Meeting ID 890 6173 4276, then press #, press # again when prompted for participant ID.

Members of the public wishing to make public comment may do so in one of the following ways:

(1) Call-in Conference Line at (669) 444-9171; Meeting: ID 890 6173 4276, then press #, press # again when prompted for participant ID. Once admitted into the meeting, press *9 to request to speak.

(2) E-mail – All interested parties can submit questions/comments in advance to the Planning Division’s general e-mail address: planning@elmonteca.gov. All questions/comments must be received by the Planning Division no later than 3:00 pm on March 26, 2024.

The staff report on this matter will be available on or about March 21, 2024, on the City of El Monte website, which may be accessed at https://www.ci.el-monte.ca.us/AgendaCenter/Planning-Commission-2 or by e-mailing debmartinez@elmonteca.gov.

Americans With Disabilities Act: In compliance with Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132) and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof, the Agenda will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability. Should you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office by calling (626) 580-2016. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.

Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so in writing prior to the meeting date and must be received by 3:00 p.m., the day of the meeting. Public Comments of no more than 3-minutes shall be read into the record. Written comments shall be sent to Debra Martinez; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at debmartinez@elmonteca.gov. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further information regarding this application please contact Debra Martinez at (626) 258-8620. Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

PUBLISHED DATE: Thursday, March 14, 2024, by Nancy Lee, Senior Planner/Acting City Planner and Planning Commission Secretary

Publish Marck 14, 2024

EL MONTE EXAMINER

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, LOBBY, CLOSED SESSION CHAMBERS, AND CITY MANAGER’S CONFERENCE ROOM AUDIO VISUAL & CONTROL SYSTEMS UPGRADE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of El Monte (City) will receive Request for Proposals (Proposals) for City Council Chambers, Lobby, Closed Session Chambers, and City Manager’s Conference Room Audio Visual & Control System Upgrade.

Proposals will be received at the El Monte City Hall, City Clerk’s Office, City Hall East, 11333 Valley Blvd, El Monte, California 91731 until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2024. All Proposals must be clearly marked, “CITY OF EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, LOBBY, CLOSED SESSION CHAMBERS, AND CITY MANAGER’S CONFERENCE ROOM AUDIO VISUAL & CONTROL SYSTEMS UPGRADE” and shall be delivered to the City Clerk’s Office during the business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays.

POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Failure of, or disturbances in any mail service is not a legitimate reason for Proposals submitted after the above due date. Electronic mail or facsimiles will not be accepted. The City may extend the deadline at its option.

Submit five (5) copies of your Proposal. It should be understood that the final fee will be negotiated with the City. All submitted Proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City staff and the Proposals which best meet the City’s needs will be selected for further analysis and negotiation. The City reserves the right, in its sole discretion during the selection process, to reject any or all Proposals or any portion without exception or explanation.

The Request for Proposals Package can also be downloaded from the City’s website at: https://www.ci.el-monte.ca.us/524/Requests-Notices-RFP-RFQNIB

For questions regarding this Request for Proposals you may contact Anh Tran, Information Technology Manager at (626) 580-2185.

Thursday, March 14, 2024

City of El Monte Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk

PUBLISH MARCH 14, 2024

EL MONTE EXAMINER

Probates Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

JULIO GONZALEZ ORTEGA

AKA JULIO GONZALEZ

CASE NO. 24STPB02176

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JULIO

GONZALEZ ORTEGA AKA JULIO GONZALEZ.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LEONOR BONILLA

JUAREZ in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LEONOR BONILLA

JUAREZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 03/28/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 99 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

VANESSA M. TERZIAN - SBN 245041, EDWARD W. GOODSONSBN 181250, LAGERLOF, LLP 155 N. LAKE AVE., 11TH FLOOR PASADENA CA 91101

Telephone (626) 683-7234 3/7, 3/11, 3/14/24 CNS-3789817#

ARCADIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ARMANDO L. NAJERA

CASE NO. 24STPB02371

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ARMANDO L. NAJERA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by VICTORIA NAJERA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that VICTORIA NAJERA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or

consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/02/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 44 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA

90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner BRADLEY R. KLEIHEGE - SBN 323025

LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL K. LANNING, APLC 11777 SAN VICENTE BLVD., STE. 750 LOS ANGELES CA 90049

Telephone (310) 820-1600 BSC 224785 3/7, 3/11, 3/14/24 CNS-3790333# ROSEMEAD READER

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Roberto Marquez Hernandez Case No. 24STPB02437

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Roberto Marquez Hernandez A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Xolyenexil Fabela in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Xolyenexil Fabela be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 5, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. 67. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: TRENT THOMPSON, ESQ SBN:214367

372 N SAN JACINTO STREET

SUITE A

HEMET, CA 92543

MARCH 7, 11, 14, 2024

AZUSA BEACON

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JOAN E. McFADDEN aka JOAN ELAINE McFADDEN

aka JOAN McFADDEN

Case No. 24STPB02439

To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of JOAN E. McFADDEN aka JOAN ELAINE McFADDEN aka JOAN McFADDEN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Ellen Lozar in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Ellen Lozar be ap-pointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the dece-dent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 11, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 62 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: PATRICK L BARNES ESQ SBN 39511

PATRICK L BARNES

A LAW CORPORATION PO BOX 660267

ARCADIA CA 91066

CN104922 MCFADDEN Mar 11,14,18, 2024

SAN GABRIEL SUN

NOTICE OF PETITION TO

ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CYNTHIA D. THOMPSON

Case No. 24STPB02375

To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CYNTHIA D. THOMPSON

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Andrea S. Moss in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Andrea S. Moss be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of

Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on April 2, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 44 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl-edgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner:

NEAL B JANNOL ESQ SBN 180713

LAW OFFICES OF NEAL B JANNOL 10850 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 825 LOS ANGELES CA 90024

CN104924 THOMPSON Mar 11,14,18, 2024

SAN GABRIEL SUN

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

JACK LEE JACKSON

CASE NO. 24STPB02351

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JACK LEE JACKSON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by REBECCA GOMEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that REBECCA GOMEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/02/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or

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have increased since the acquisition. When customer growth is factored in, One said, the rate of complaints has fallen “significantly.” The company declined to provide comparative data.

The company said it has taken “an industry-leading approach to protecting its customers and platform from bad actors” and added that it has enhanced its customer support, fraud and security operations. “We take our customers' feedback seriously and take pride in the investments we have made in our product and the ways in which we serve our customer base, which has grown substantially since we acquired the platform less than two years ago,” a One spokesperson said.

For its part, Walmart said in a statement that it works hard to protect customers and that it has “long been committed to bringing much-needed access and affordability to unbanked and underbanked consumers who have been locked out of traditional financial services, and our partnership with One to help develop and offer modern, innovative, and affordable financial solutions is no different.”

One’s issues threaten to undermine Walmart’s biggest opportunity to enter consumer banking. Starting in 1999, Walmart made four bids to go into the banking business. All failed in the face of what a 2007 New York Times article called a “firestorm of criticism from lawmakers, banking industry officials and watchdog groups.”

Many feared that Walmart would use its power as the biggest retailer on the planet to become a financial behemoth that would wipe out small banks and suck up the profits of the big ones. In the face of stiff opposition, the company seemed to give up. The Times article quoted Walmart’s president for financial services saying, “We don’t plan to do this again. The bank is behind us. We will use our partners to roll out new products.”

Since then, Walmart has steadily expanded its financial services. The company now provides check cashing, money transfers, prepaid debit cards, gift cards and bill payment services in thousands of U.S. stores, typically at lower prices than those offered by competitors. Walmart managed to do that without becoming a government-approved bank, thus allowing it to avoid most regulatory oversight.

The rise of online-only neobanks provided a new opportunity: Essentially any company could offer checking and savings accounts, as long as it partnered with a traditional regulated bank, which would handle the underlying functions of holding deposits and insuring money. One launched as an independent operation in 2020 and sold itself with a brash anti-bank message. It created stickers with the slogan “Un*uck Your Money” and said it wouldn’t use customer deposits to invest in fossil fuel, tobacco or firearms companies.

In January 2022, Walmart announced that a partnership it majority owned was acquiring One and another company, Even, and merging them under the One brand. When the deal closed on March 31 of that year, Walmart valued the merged business at $3.67 billion,

according to internal documents obtained by ProPublica.

Under Walmart, One expanded beyond its previous target market of middle-class users to focus on signing up Walmart’s 1.6 million employees and getting them to deposit their paychecks into One accounts. The goal was to keep associates’ pay in the Walmart ecosystem and induce them to spend it with the retailer, according to former One managers. “The idea that ‘Hey, how crazy is it that they’re going to be spending the money we give them with us? How perfect of a situation is that?’” a former senior manager said. A former One exec said she came to think of their company as “no longer One, but instead the Bank of Walmart.”

Walmart doesn’t require associates to use One. But the service has been overhauled to emphasize features that benefit Walmart employees and shoppers, such as free ATM withdrawals and cash back on purchases at Walmart stores. Walmart also incentivized the hundreds of thousands of contract drivers on its Spark platform, the company’s answer to delivery apps like Instacart, to use the app. Drivers get paid the same day if they use One as their deposit option, weekly if they don’t.

Soon after the acquisition, One eliminated some popular features, such as customer credit lines with low interest rates. It eliminated account overdraft coverage for some customers and reduced it to $200 for others.

It also restricted the functionality of account “pockets,” a signature feature for budgeting, sharing and spending money. In a conversation with moderators of the One Reddit community, company reps said the restrictions were necessary to fight fraud.

But the company simultaneously made it easier for scammers to log in to and compromise accounts of Walmart employees and other customers. Previously, One users needed a username and password and a verification code sent by text message. After the acquisition, One removed the username and password requirement for mobile users. Instead, customers entered their phone number and received a login code via text. Nowadays, fewer companies require a password. They typically rely on a username, such as an email address, and a second form of authentication. But One uses the same telephone number both for the username and to deliver the login code, which makes it less secure, said Allison Nixon, the chief research officer of Unit 221B, a security research and consulting firm.

One also asks users to set up a PIN. But if you forget your PIN, you can reset it with the last four digits of your Social Security number, which Nixon said is easy for criminals to obtain. “It doesn't feel safe and it doesn't seem like the way we should protect people's entire bank accounts,” said Nixon, who tested One’s login flow at ProPublica’s request. “When the criminal underground realizes that there's a weakness, a lot of different parties jump on that.”

In its statement to ProPublica, One said that its accounts “require two-factor authentication.” Nixon disagreed. "Possession of a

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phone number plus a PIN that isn't really required because you can just reset it is onefactor authentication," she said.

Without a password barrier, fraudsters were able to impersonate company representatives in calls and messages to gain access to customer accounts, according to interviews and online reports. Natasha Tabachnikoff, a One account holder who works in local government in Pennsylvania, said she received two calls from someone falsely claiming to work for One. The caller said her account, which she’d had for years, had unauthorized charges and asked her to confirm her identity by sharing the authentication code sent to her phone.

Tabachnikoff almost shared the code but instead hung up and contacted One. “I told them, ‘You have a very insecure system here.’ And they were basically like, ‘Well, we'll never call you and ask you to give us your code,’” said Tabachnikoff. She said

she moved her savings out of One “to a more reputable bank.”

As fraud mounted, One took steps that weakened the human side of its defenses.

Last May, it laid off nearly all of its U.S. customer support agents and replaced them with outsourced workers in India and El Salvador. Although many of the new workers weren’t fully trained, they were assigned to provide frontline support via chat and phone.

“They were trained to only handle the lowest intake questions that do not require advanced knowledge or support,” said a former One employee with knowledge of support operations. Every One user interviewed by ProPublica who had contacted customer service after being defrauded said that the outsourced agents could answer only basic questions.

“These folks were really gatekeepers, they weren’t there to resolve your problem,” said James Scherber, an Oregonbased entrepreneur who had

Walmart

convinced several members of his family to join One.

Separately, One hired outsourced agents to assist with reviewing reports of fraud. This delayed the resolution of problems and has caused One to reject valid reports of fraud, according to the former employee and to transcripts of customer support chats provided by One users. One did not comment specifically on these criticisms, but it said it has “substantially grown its investment” and personnel in both customer support and fraud review.

Jae Bleiberg contends that One brushed off legitimate claims of fraud. Bleiberg, who has run customer service and operations for other neobanks for eight years, used One as their primary bank since 2021. (Bleiberg uses they/them pronouns.)

Early in 2023, Bleiberg was unable to use their One debit card in Brazil, forcing them to cut their vacation short. A One support rep told Bleiberg that “all transactions in and

out of Brazil were blocked due to ‘security concerns,’” Bleiberg said. When Bleiberg returned to New York, the card remained inactive and wasn’t replaced for another month. “Their response was ‘You can go to Walmart and get cash with your virtual One card,’ Bleiberg said. But, they added, “there are no Walmarts in New York City.”

Worse, multiple fraudulent transactions had been made using Bleiberg’s account. One reimbursed Bleiberg for those transactions, but rejected a subsequent claim. After weeks of back and forth, One eventually issued a $250 credit after Bleiberg threatened to complain to the CFPB and other agencies. Beliberg provided a screenshot of their bank statement showing the credit. “This clearly came with the understanding I would not seek regulatory action,” Bleiberg said. One said it’s “categorically false” to say that it pays customers to not file complaints. As their dispute with One escalated,

Bleiberg filed complaints last month with several federal agencies. When Bleiberg asked for copies of their chat-support transcripts and call logs, screenshots show, One said it would provide the materials only if served with a subpoena. “I have spent the last year trying to obtain the records” of their interactions with One, Bleiberg wrote to the Federal Reserve Board.

“My account was closed without consent a few days ago by a spiteful support agent.”

Scherber, the customer from Oregon who got his family to join One, said the company’s ineffective fraud response cost him thousands of dollars last fall. The company froze all of his money and stonewalled him after he reported a series of unauthorized charges. “They have a firehose of fraud and you have to wait for a response back from the relevant team,” Scherber said.

The account lockup meant his scheduled payments to American Express didn’t go

through, he said. That lowered Scherber’s credit rating, causing a lender to raise the interest rate on a planned mortgage refinancing. “I had to postpone my refinancing,” he said. “Now it’s not going to happen.” Scherber and his family ditched One last year.

One said the rate at which it freezes or otherwise restricts customer accounts due to fraud “is down by more than 50% since the acquisition of One.” It declined to share the data or time frame used to calculate that statistic or to address specific customer accounts of fraud or poor service.

Carl, the Walmart employee whose paycheck was stolen by fraudsters, eventually got his money back. But he’s done with One. Now he gets his Walmart pay deposited in a traditional bank. As he put it, “After losing the whole check I wasn't going to risk losing it again.”

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024051549

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN SERVICES (2). AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN SERVICES (3). AMT SERVICES , 19744 Alonda

(See

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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME 2024046931.

violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law (See Section 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024039110

NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as CALIFORNIA PRIME REALTY, 510 N Jackson Ave Unit 203, Glendale, CA 91206. This business is conducted by a married couple.

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Glendale City Notices

PUBLIC NOTICE

PROPOSED VACATION OF THE FIRST ALLEY NORTHEASTERLY OF VICTORY BOULEVARD, BETWEEN ALLEN AND IRVING AVENUES, IN GLENDALE ALLEY VACATION CASE NO. 190V

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

The Glendale City Council will hold a Public Hearing on March 26, 2024 at or soon after 6 P.M. in the Council Chamber of the Glendale City Hall located at 613 East Broadway to consider the vacation of the First Alley Northeasterly of Victory Boulevard, Between Allen and Irving Avenues (Alley 21), for Glendale Alley Vacation Case No. 190V, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 12.24 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, and the California Streets and Highways Code Sections 8300 et seq. and as subsequently amended:

The proposed vacation of said Public Alley is more fully described in the following Legal Description. Plan No. 12-245 that shows the proposed alley vacation area is on file in the office of Public Works Department Engineering Division, City of Glendale, 633 E. Broadway, Room 205, Glendale, CA 91206.

Persons having any interest in and to any property that may be affected by the proposed Alley Vacation may appear at the above Hearing either in person or by counsel or both and may be heard in support of their opinion. And the Hearing can also be viewed on Charter Cable Channel 6 or streamed online at:

https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/office-of-the-city-manager/glendale-tv/ live-video-stream

For public comments and questions during the Hearing call 818-937-8100. City staff will be submitting these questions and comments in real time to the appropriate person during the City Council meeting.

You may contact City of Glendale, Public Works Department Engineering Division, at 818548-3945 if you have any questions.

For public comments and questions during the Hearing call 818-937-8100. City staff will be submitting these questions and comments in real time to the appropriate person during the City Council meeting.

You may contact City of Glendale, Public Works Department Engineering Division, at 818548-3945 if you have any questions.

Legal Description for Alley Vacation Case No. 190V

All that certain real property situated in the City of Glendale, County of Los Angeles, State of California, described as follows:

THAT ALLEY NORTHEASTERLY OF VICTORY BLVD., ADJACENT TO LOTS 14-21 OF TRACT NO. 8620 AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 105 PAGES 87-88 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, DESCRIBED MORE

PARTICULARLY AS FOLLOWS:

BEGINNING AT THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF LOT 15 OF SAID TRACT 8620;

THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ALLEN AVENUE AS SHOWN ON SAID TRACT, NORTH 41°13’10” EAST 20.00 FEET TO THE MOST WESTERLY CORNER OF LOT 14 OF SAID TRACT;

THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINES OF LOTS 14 & 21 OF SAID TRACT, SOUTH 48°45’50” EAST 334.08 FEET TO THE NORTHWESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF IRVING AVENUE AS SHOWN ON SAID TRACT;

THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE SOUTH 41°13’00” WEST 20.00 FEET TO THE MOST EASTERLY CORNER OF LOT 20 OF SAID TRACT;

THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHEASTERLY LINES OF LOTS 15 THROUGH 20 OF SAID TRACT, NORTH 48°45’50” WEST 334.08 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING.

CONTAINING 6,682 SQUARE FEET±

PUBLISH MARCH 14 & 18, 2024 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

PUBLIC NOTICE

VACATION OF A PORTION OF SOUTHEAST CORNER OF JACKSON STREET AND CALIFORNIA

AT

NOTICE

The

of California Avenue and North Jackson Street.

Publish March

LOCATION:

APPLICANT:

ZONE:

LEGAL

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Application for

CODE REQUIRES

& 5614-008-023

1) Alcohol beverage sales require an Administrative Use Permit per GMC 30.12.020.

APPLICANT’S PROPOSAL

1) To allow for the on-site sales, service and consumption of beer and wine at an existing full-service restaurant with outdoor dining patio.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION

The project is exempt from CEQA review as a Class 1 "Existing Facilities" exemption, pursuant to Section 15301(e) of the State CEQA Guidelines because the discretionary permit request is to allow the on-site sales, service, and consumption of beer and wine at an existing restaurant within an existing commercial space and there is no additional floor area proposed.

PENDING DECISION AND COMMENTS

Copies of plans, staff analysis, and proposed decision letter are available on the City’s website at: http://www.glendaleca.gov/planning/pending-decisions.

If you would like to review plans, submit comments, or be notified of the decision, please contact case planner Eric Ji at (818) 937-8178 or Eji@GlendaleCa.gov

DECISION

On or after March 27, 2024, the Community Development Director will make a written decision regarding this AUP request.

APPEAL

After the Director has made a decision, any person may file an appeal within 15 days of the written decision. Appeals may be filed online at www.glendaleca.gov/Permits, click “Apply,” “Skip..”, and search for “Appeal.”

Dr. Suzie Abajian, The City Clerk of the City of Glendale

Published on March 14, 2024

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

THE CITY OF GLENDALE

INVITES ALL RESIDENTS TO PARTICIPATE

IN A COMMUNITY MEETING

Please attend an important community meeting to review and comment on the City’s proposed FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan providing Community Development, Homeless, Housing, and Social Services programs to serve low and moderate income households in Glendale. The 2024-2025 Annual Plan describes specific programs that are proposed for Glendale.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

To review the Annual Action Plan posted on the City of Glendale’s Website: www.Glendaleca.gov/cdbg

Platforms for Feedback

1. Attend an IN-PERSON Public Meeting

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 7PM Pacific Community Center at 501 S. Pacific Ave, Glendale CA 91205 Call (818) 548-3715 for more information.

2. Attend a VIRTUAL Community Meeting Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 7PM RSVP to tkabanjian@glendaleca.gov

3. EMAIL comments and/or questions to tkabanjian@glendaleca.gov by Friday, April 12, 2024

4. TELEPHONE comments and/or questions to (818) 548-3232 by Friday, April 12, 2024

To review the proposed Action Plan, please follow the link at www.Glendaleca.gov/cdbg

Published on March 14, 21, 2024

GLENDALE

CITY OF PASADENA Notice Inviting Bids For

Itron Water ERT 100W+ Module Procurement

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Water & Power Department (Water) and will receive sealed bids prior to 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 28, 2024 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https:// procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named "Itron Water ERT 100W+ Module Procurement" Project ID: 2024-IFB-MS-0084.

1.1. Summary

The City of Pasadena is seeking a responsible vendor to provide Itron Encoder Receiver Transmitter ("ERT") series endpoints 100W+ according to the terms, conditions, and specifications of this solicitation.

1.2. Delivery Instructions

Bids will be received via the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the Bidder's Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to the time and date in this Notice Inviting Bids and will be opened online at that time.

Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/77746

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena/projects/77746). Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

1.3. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Thursday, March 21, 2024, prior to 2:00 pm.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) Q&A function. Do not contact any other City employee or official regarding this solicitation. Any questions submitted after the date and time specified may not be considered.

1.4. Release Date

Release Dated: Thursday, March 14, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager

Published on March 14, 2024

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids For

Furnish and Deliver Ion Exchange Resin for the Monk Hill Treatment Plant

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Water & Power Department (Water) and will receive sealed bids prior to 11:00 am, Thursday, April 4, 2024 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named "Furnish and Deliver Ion Exchange Resin for the Monk Hill Treatment Plant" Project ID: 2024-IFB-MS-0128.

2.1. Summary

The work shall include furnishing and delivery of single use, disposable ion exchange (IX) perchlorate specific resin for use in treatment of potable water at the Monk Hill Treatment Plant (MHTP) and also for the removal and disposal of spent IX resin at the MHTP.

2.2. Delivery Instructions

Bids will be received via the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the Bidder's Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to the time and date in this Notice Inviting Bids and will be opened online at that time.

Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained

for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/81121

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena/projects/81121). Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

2.3. Pre-bid Conference

See the Timeline in the section named "Instructions to Bidders." If there is a Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders are required to attend at the time, date, and location included in the Timeline Instructions to Bidders of this solicitation. If there is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders not required to attend.

Each prospective bidder will have the opportunity to clarify and ask questions regarding these Specifications. The Pre-bid Meeting will be held at the time, date, and location in the Timeline of this solicitation.

2.4. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Thursday, March 28, 2024, prior to 4:00 pm.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) Q&A function. Do not contact any other City employee or official regarding this solicitation. Any questions submitted after the date and time specified may not be considered.

2.5. Release Date

Release Dated: Thursday, March 14, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager

PUBLISHED ON MARCH 14, 2024

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA Notice Inviting Bids For Fire and Security Alarm Services

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Public Works Department, BSFMD and will receive sealed bids prior to 3:00 pm, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named "Fire and Security Alarm Services" Project ID: 2024-IFB-LM-008.

1.1. Summary

The City of Pasadena Public Works Department is requesting bids from qualified firms for the Building Systems and Fleet Management Division to provide comprehensive fire and security alarm system services at all locations listed in the Bidder's Proposal section of this document. The City may from time to time, without invalidating the Contract, add, delete, or change any of the locations.

The Contractor shall furnish all supplies, materials, labor, tools, equipment, and transportation, and perform all operations necessary to monitor, inspect, test, certify, and repair fire and security alarm detection systems and fire sprinkler systems in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 25 and NFPA 72 standards. Such systems include but are not limited to; smoke detectors, pull stations, wet/dry pipe sprinklers, fire pumps, Halon Suppression System, and all other associated components.

1.2. Delivery Instructions

Bids will be received via the City's eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to 3:00 pm on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 and will be opened online at that time.

Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/57931

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City's eProcurement Portal. Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

1.3. Pre-bid Conference

See the Timeline in the section named "Instructions to Bidders." If there is a Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders are required to attend at the time, date, and location included in the Timeline (#Instructions to Bidders) of this solicitation. If there is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders not required to attend.

Each prospective bidder will have the opportunity to clarify and ask questions regarding these Specifications. The Pre-bid Meeting will be held at the time, date, and location in the Timeline of this solicitation.

1.4. NOTICE REQUIREMENTS

No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)].

1.5. Required Licenses (Eligibility Requirement)

Bidders must possess and provide the following license(s) or certification(s) to be deemed qualified to perform the work specified: Valid C-10 and Alarm Company Operator licenses issued by the California State Contractor License Board.

1.6. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Monday, March 25, 2024, prior to 3:00 pm.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City's eProcurement Portal Q&A function. Do not contact any other City employee or official regarding this solicitation. Any questions submitted after the date and time specified may not be considered.

1.7. Release Date

Release Dated: Thursday, March 14, 2024

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager

Publish March 14, 2024

PASADENA PRESS

Baldwin Park City Notices

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing to consider the following case will be held at 7:00 p.m. by the Planning Commission of the City of Baldwin Park on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. The Council Chamber will be open to the public in accordance with health official’s recommendations. Live audio of the hearing will be available via YouTube by clicking on the YouTube icon located on the upper right-hand corner of the City of Baldwin Park Webpage www.BaldwinPark.com.

If you wish to comment on this agenda item, please provide a comment no later than 6:30 PM on March 27, 2024. Comments sent via email can be directed to pc-comments@baldwinpark.com. Comments made by phone can be given to the case planner whose contact information is provided at the end of the notice.

CASE NUMBER: Conditional Use Permit No. CP 24-03

ADDRESS: 13916 Ramona Blvd, Suite #2

REQUEST: A request for approval of a Conditional Use Permit allow for a tire installation facility with in an existing multi-tenant commercial building located within the General Commercial (C-2) Zone pursuant to Table 153.050.020 of the Baldwin Park Municipal Code (Location: 13916 Ramona Blvd, Suite #2; Applicant: Michael Gamboa, Jr. for Goodnight Tire Service; Case Number: CP 24-03).

CEQA: It has been determined that CP 24-03 will not have a significant impact upon the environment and is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15332 Class 32 (In Fill Development) in that it is limited to a tire installation facility within an enclosed commercial building. Therefore, no further environmental analysis is required, and a Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.

If in the future anyone wishes to challenge a decision of the Planning Commission in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raise at the public hearing described above or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. Decisions on this matter will be final unless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party.

If further information is desired on the above case, please contact Assistant Planner Jesus Astorga-Rios of the Planning Division at (626) 960-4011 Ext.489 or jarios@baldwinpark.com and refer to the case number. If you are aware of someone who would be interested in becoming informed of the contemplated action, please pass this notice along as a community service. Para información en Español referente a este caso, favor de llamar al (626) 960-4011 Ext. 489.

Jesus Astorga-Rios

Assistant Planner

PUBLISHED ON MARCH 14,2024

BALDWIN PARK PRESS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing to consider the following case will be held at 7:00 p.m., or soon thereafter by the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. The Council Chamber will be open to the public in accordance with health official’s recommendations. Live audio of the hearing will be available via YouTube by clicking on the YouTube icon located on the upper right-hand corner of the City of Baldwin Park Webpage www.BaldwinPark.com.

If you wish to comment on this agenda item, please provide a comment no later than 6:30 PM on March 27, 2024. Comments sent via email can be directed to pc-comments@baldwinpark.com. Comments made by phone can be given to the case planner whose contact information is provided at the end of the notice.

CASE NUMBER: AZC 24-02

LOCATION: Citywide

REQUEST: A request to the Planning Commission to recommend City Council approval of an amendment to the City of Baldwin Park Municipal Code to repeal and replace Subchapter 153.170 pertaining to Sign Regulations in the City of Baldwin Park to include new language regarding new static or digital billboard construction and billboard relocation agreements, incorporation of previously approved sign regulations that were not codified, and reorganization of the chapter as a whole.

It has been determined that the code amendment will not have a significant impact upon the environment and is Exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of the California State CEQA Guidelines. If in the future anyone wishes to challenge a decision of the Planning Commission in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raise at the public hearing described above or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

If further information is desired on the above case, please contact Assistant Planner Jesus Astorga-Rios of the Planning Division at (626) 960-4011 Ext.489 or jarios@baldwinpark.com and refer to the case number. If you are aware of someone who would be interested in becoming informed of the contemplated action, please pass this notice along as a community service. Para información en Español referente a este caso, favor de llamar al (626) 9604011 Ext. 489.

PUBLISHED ON MARCH 14,2024

BALDWIN PARK PRESS

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO

ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

RITA J. BUCHAN

CASE NO. 23STPB06023

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of RITA J. BUCHAN.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by U.S. BANK, TRUSTEE (FORMERLY KNOWN AS UNION BANK, N.A. in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that U.S. BANK, TRUSTEE (FORMERLY KNOWN AS UNION BANK, N.A. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/03/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N.

HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RITA DRORIAN

CASE NO. 24STPB02370

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RITA DRORIAN.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by NOEL GEORGE DRORIAN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that NOEL GEORGE DRORIAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/04/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

TALINE PANOSSIAN, ESQ. - SBN 332654

LAW OFFICES OF TALINE PANOSSIAN, APC 301 E. COLORADO BLVD., SUITE 510 PASADENA CA 91101

Telephone (626) 628-8117 3/7, 3/11, 3/14/24 CNS-3789843#

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Talin Zohrabian, Decedent CASE NO. 24STPB02210

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Talin Zohrabian, Decedent

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Lilia Ohanians in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Lilia Ohanians be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with full authority . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived

notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on 03/28/2024 at 8:30 am in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST. LOS ANGELES CA 90012 STANLEY

MOSK COURTHOUSE,STANLEY MOSK COURTHOUSE.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Edmond E. Salem, Esq. SBN. 228274

The Salem Law Firm, PC 11620 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 715 Los Angeles, CA 90025

Telephone: (310) 828-7882

3/7, 3/11, 3/14/24 CNS-3789896#

BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

DEBORAH LYNN BOUDREAU

AKA DEBORAH LYNN

JACKSON

CASE NO. PROVA2400179

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DEBORAH LYNN BOUDREAU AKA DEBORAH LYNN JACKSON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRENT ERNEST JACKSON, JR. AND PATRICK RAY JACKSON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BRENT ERNEST JACKSON, JR. AND PATRICK RAY JACKSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/11/24 at 9:00AM in Dept. F1 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA, CA 92335

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issu-

ance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section

1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

SUE C. SWISHER - SBN 243310

LAW OFFICE OF SUE C. SWISHER

20955 PATHFINDER RD., STE 100 DIAMOND BAR CA 91765

Telephone (909) 843-6490

3/11, 3/14, 3/18/24

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ONTARIO NEWS PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

LYNNE MARIE MASON AKA

LYNNE M. MASON

CASE NO.

30-2024-01382818-PR-LACMC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LYNNE MARIE MASON AKA LYNNE M. MASON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOEL JAY MASON in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOEL JAY MASON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/09/24 at 1:30PM in Dept. CM06 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD., COSTA MESA, CA 92626

NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES

The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court's designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court's website at The Superior Court of CaliforniaCounty of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions.

If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/time set for your hearing.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of

an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

ROBERT L. COHEN, ESQ. - SBN 150913, LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT L. COHEN, INC. 8081 ORANGETHORPE AVE. BUENA PARK CA 90621

Telephone (714) 522-8880 3/11, 3/14, 3/18/24 CNS-3790963# ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

LOI VAN NGUYEN AKA

TRAM TU THIENG CASE NO.

30-2024-01382137-PR-LACMC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LOI VAN NGUYEN AKA TRAM TU THIENG.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by HUNG ANH TRUONG in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that HUNG ANH TRUONG be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/08/24 at 1:30PM in Dept. CM05 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD., COSTA MESA, CA 92626

NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES

The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court's designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court's website at The Superior Court of CaliforniaCounty of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/time set for your hearing.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

ANH VIET PHAM - SBN 189030

LAW OFFICE OF ANH VIET PHAM 14602 SHEFFIELD ST. WESTMINSTER CA 92683

Telephone (714) 713-5953 3/11, 3/14, 3/18/24 CNS-3791274# ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

DOMINADOR BALLESTEROS

CASE NO. 23STPB10832

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DOMINADOR BALLESTEROS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PERPETUA BALLESTROS PRESTO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that PERPETUA BALLESTROS PRESTO be appointed as Special Administrator to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/04/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner DEBBY S. DOITCH, ESQ. - SBN 266731, ANDREW D. NUTBROWN, ESQ. - SBN 343702, KJMLAW Partners, PLC 301 EAST COLORADO BLVD., SUITE 600 PASADENA CA 91101

Telephone (626) 568-9300

3/11, 3/14, 3/18/24

CNS-3791571#

BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO

ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAVID E. STECYK

CASE NO. 24STPB02577

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DAVID E. STECYK.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROSINA D. STECYK in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ROSINA D. STECYK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the

authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/05/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 located at 111 N.

HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

ADAM D. BECKER - SBN 240723

CALLISTER, BROBERG & BECKER, A LAW CORPORATION

700 N. BRAND BLVD., SUITE 560 GLENDALE CA 91203

Telephone (818) 500-1890 3/11, 3/14, 3/18/24

CNS-3791737#

BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO

ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

WINDA MAPILI

CASE NO. 24STPB02613

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of WINDA MAPILI.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TERI JOAN SABALBURO MAPILI in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TERI JOAN SABALBURO

MAPILI be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act.

(This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/11/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section

Fictitious Business

Filings

on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250-6277). /s/ BERNARD KO, MANAGER

02/22/2024, 02/29/2024, 03/07/2024, 03/14/2024

San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246682884. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Shellbeglowin Esthetics, 3000 E Birch St #109, Brea, CA 92821. Full Name of Registrant(s) Shelby Evans, 47700 Centennial St, Aguanga, CA 92536. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /S/ Shelby Evans. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on February 13, 2024. Publish: Anaheim Press 02/22/2024, 02/29/2024, 03/07/2024, 03/14/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246683710. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: COOINGCAKES SWEETS AND DESSERTS, 176 Hayward, Irvine, CA 92602. Full Name of Registrant(s) JSMY HOLDINGS, INC. (CA, 8 Corporate Park Ste 300, Irvine, CA 92606. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 9, 2023. COOINGCAKES SWEETS AND DESSERTS. /S/ JUNSOO

LIM, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on February 22, 2024. Publish: Anaheim Press 02/29/2024, 03/07/2024, 03/14/2024, 03/21/2024

I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Mario Racadio Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of

that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20240001497 Pub: 02/22/2024, 02/29/2024, 03/07/2024, 03/14/2024

San Bernardino Press

FILE NO. FBN20240001386

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

ABANDONMENT: County of Original Filing: San Bernardino

Date of Original Filing: November 20, 2023

File No.: 20230011561

Fictitious Business Name(s):

MY GOSPEL GEAR 5703 Chino Ave Chino, CA 91710

San Bernardino County Name of Registrant:

CALIFORNIA TALK STUDIO LLC (CA, 5703 Chino Ave, Chino, CA 91710

This business is/was conducted by: a limited liability company (llc) Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein BY SIGNING BELOW, I DECLARE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE REVERSE SIDE OF THIS FORM AND THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed

thousand dollars ($1,000).) I am also aware that all information

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246683736. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JSMY AUTO SALES, INC., 8 Corporate Park Ste 300, Irvine, CA 92606. Full Name of Registrant(s) JSMY HOLDINGS, INC. (CA, 8 Corporate Park Ste 300, IRVINE, CA 92606. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on December 1, 2017. JSMY AUTO SALES, INC.. /S/ JUNSOO LIM, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on February 22, 2024. Publish: Anaheim Press 02/29/2024, 03/07/2024, 03/14/2024, 03/21/2024

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). WHN (2). WHN

s. Jeffrey David Anderson Statement filed with the County of Riverside on March 8, 2024 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# R-202403148

Pub. 03/14/2024, 03/21/2024, 03/28/2024, 04/04/2024

Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024 6684807. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DREAM SKIN, 916 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821. Full

Name of Registrant(s) (1). Mengqi Li, 916 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821

Arcadia Fire Department launches new ambulance service

TheArcadiaFire Department has a new ambulance and seven newly hired ambulance operators, the city announced last week.

In order to meet the city's increasing public safety needs and to help ensure swift response times to medical emergencies, the fire department has added a "Basic Life Support" ambulance to its fleet.

Last year about 70% of the 6,100 calls for service were for medical emergencies that required an ambulance ride to the hospital, and Arcadia firefighters responded to over 4,000 medical service calls, according to the city's

announcement.

"High call volumes, coupled with prolonged hospital bed wait times, resulted in unavailability of ambulances and paramedics during peak hours, prompting reliance on neighboring agencies to meet demand," according to a city statement.

During peak hours for 911 calls, the new BLS ambulance will handle emergencies with less severe injuries than incidents that require "advanced life support" units, officials said. The BLS is tasked with transporting less severely injured patients to free up the advanced life support ambulances and paramed-

ics to respond to incidents that require more advanced levels of medical attention.

“The implementation of this new program will improve services to our community, alleviating potential long response times,” Arcadia Fire Chief Chen Suen said in a statement. “When time matters for patient outcome, every minute saved is crucial. The Basic Life Support Ambulance program will serve those in need while keeping vital paramedic resources available for more critical medical responses.”

The fire department has added these new ambulance operators: Brendan Poli, Anthony Pullara-Padilla,

The new ambulance will start providing service Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

O"It will also serve as a secondary transport source for Monrovia and the Los Angeles County Fire Department when their medical transport services provider is unavailable,"

officials said.

In 2023, the City Council approved $731,600 to purchase the new ambulance and its equipment, plus $136,800 annually for its staff salaries.

CHLA: Opioid treatment for hospitalized infants differs by location, facility

pioidprescribing patterns for hospitalized infants vary significantly by hospital and location, and the lack of standardization may put some infants at higher risk, according to a study released Tuesday by Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

In the study published in JAMA Network Open, CHLA researchers found that the length of time the infants were prescribed opioids differed by geographic region across the United States -- the Northeast, South, Midwest or West. Up to 16% of the variability in infant opioid prescriptions

and 20% of the prescriptions for methadone -- the medication used to help wean infants safely from opioids -- depended on the individual hospital.

"Opioid prescribing patterns for adults have been well-studied, but this study is the first to examine inpatient opioid prescribing patterns in critically ill infants on a national scale," Dr. Olivia A. Keane, lead author of the study, said in a statement. "Our study reports wide variation in opioid prescribing and thus exposure of infants to opioids across institutions."

Keane noted that the

The Wall That Heals is a program of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF), the nonprofit organization that built the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. in 1982. The Wall That Heals is the only traveling exhibit affiliated with The Wall in Washington, D.C. and includes the largest replica

that travels the country.

“The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is pleased to bring The Wall That Heals mobile exhibit to Baldwin Park to allow local veterans and their family members a chance to experience The Wall,” said Jim Knotts, president and CEO of VVMF. “Hosting

lack of standardized guidelines for opioid prescribing in infants can lead to significant differences in hospitalization length of stay, days on mechanical ventilation,

days of IV nutrition, and can also impact healthcare costs.

Researchers state in the study that appropriate dosing of opiates requires a

Vietnam Veterans

The Wall That Heals provides an opportunity to honor and remember all those who served and sacrificed in the Vietnam War and educate visitors on the continuing impact of the Vietnam War on America.”

Parking is available throughout Morgan Park, in nearby public lots

on Laurens Avenue and Ramona Boulevard and in the parking structure at City Hall. Golf carts will be available to help transport those who require assistance to the exhibit. For more information about The Wall That Heals’ stop in Baldwin Park, visit https:// BaldwinPark.com/378/ The-Wall-That-Heals.

delicate balance. There is the obvious clinical need to ease a baby's pain, and without sufficient pain relief, infants can experience more complicated recoveries and poorer clinical outcomes after surgeries and intubation, according to CHLA researchers.

"Additionally, prolonged opioid exposure in highrisk hospitalized infants has been implicated in worsening neuro-developmental outcomes," Keane said. "Thus, lack of standardization and the significant variation demonstrated by our study may put some infants at higher risk of poor

long-term outcomes."

CHLA researchers and their collaborators conducted a retrospective study of 132,658 high-risk infants under 1 year old who were treated in 47 different children's hospitals around the United States. The most common high- risk diagnosis was congenital heart disease (65%), while 30% of infants were born prematurely, and over half underwent surgery.

During their hospital stay, 76% of infants were prescribed opioids such as fentanyl, morphine and hydromorphone, and about 8% received methadone, the study shows.

Strategies to protect your goals from consistent inflation

If you’re like most investors, you’ve noticed the impact of higher inflation in recent years – whether at the gas pump or the grocery store. American investors are experiencing the effects of prolonged inflation for the first time since the early 1980s. As a result, many are concerned about how inflation levels will impact their ability to reach their longterm financial goals. While it may not be possible to avoid the effects of inflation altogether, there are several strategies investors can utilize to mitigate the impact of inflation on their financial plan. Here are three investment considerations that may help address inflation concerns and better prepare your goals for long-term success.

1 – Keep your money invested

When the inflation rate soared in 2022, stock and bond markets declined.

Some investors responded by pulling money out of the market. This can be counterproductive as investors too often miss much of a market’s recovery gain before they put their money back to work. For example, the U.S. stock market (as measured by the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index, an unmanaged index of stocks often used as a benchmark of market performance), declined 25% between January and October 2022. But by the end of 2023, the S&P 500 regained nearly all of the ground lost in the bear market. It is normal for markets to go through ups and downs. Investors that stay the course and keep their money invested commonly see their investments make up gains that were lost in a sudden downturn. While it may be tempting to remove yourself from the market during volatile periods, it could be

helpful to stay invested at a level that reflects your risk tolerance.

2 – If time is on your side, take advantage of stocks

Over time, stocks have historically outpaced inflation, an important consideration as you try to build wealth to achieve your ultimate financial goals with more confidence. This doesn’t mean that year-in, year-out, stocks will keep you ahead of inflation. 2022 is a good example of a year when stocks declined as inflation rose. But if you have time to let your money work for you, stocks have historically outpaced the rise in living costs. According to data collected since 1871, stocks have grown faster than inflation for holding periods of 20 years or more. Investors who can ride the highs and lows of markets are often better suited to keep up, if not pass, the rate of inflation.

3 – For short-term money, seek higher yields

You may have money set aside for short-term needs, such as your emergency fund or to cover upcoming expenses. In these times of elevated inflation, you’ll want to find ways to earn more competitive yields on your short-term savings. Search out options such as money market funds, CDs, short-term U.S. Treasury securities and other savings vehicles that offer yields that may keep pace with inflation. Utilizing these tools may allow you to stay more liquid with your investments while hedging against the impacts of inflation.

Whether an economic cycle brings conventional or elevated inflation it should be considered as a factor of your long-term financial plan. A financial advisor can help develop a comprehensive strategy that addresses the inflation environment today and over the long term.

Jean D. Koehler, CLTC®, RICP®, CKA®, CRPC®, is a Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. in Arcadia, CA. She specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 24 years. To contact her, please visit https://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/jean.d.koehler/ or call 626.254.0455. 55 East Huntington Drive Suite 340 Arcadia, CA 91006.

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