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1 month ago

Monrovia residents press council for independent probe and sanctuary‑city measures after death of Carlos Roberto Montoya Valdez Public speakers asked the council to demand an independent investigation into the death of Carlos Roberto Montoya Valdez, adopt a sanctuary‑city ordinance and require body cameras during federal immigration enforcement; city staff said CHP conducts the investigation and the city has sought updates from CHP and state offices but has received no report.

Monrovia residents are rallying for justice and protection in the wake of Carlos Roberto Montoya Valdez's tragic death, demanding an independent investigation and sanctuary city measures.

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3 months ago

Council designates two homes as historic landmarks and approves Mills Act contracts Council approved two historic‑landmark designations with Mills Act contracts: 218 East Greystone (Resolution 2025‑56) and 130 North Encinitas (Resolution 2025‑57). Staff described restoration conditions and owners spoke in support; both measures passed by roll call.

Monrovia City Council just made history by designating two homes as historic landmarks, paving the way for significant restorations and tax benefits for their owners!

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3 months ago

Monrovia advances purchase agreement for 645 kW solar/storage at Mountain Avenue Reservoir Council discussed and advanced a purchase/lease agreement with ING for a solar energy and storage project on the Mountain Avenue Reservoir roof that will generate about 645 kilowatts, aiming to lower electricity costs and not be visible from the street.

Monrovia is set to transform its Mountain Avenue Reservoir into a hidden solar powerhouse, generating 645 kW to cut energy costs!

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3 months ago

Monrovia advances 2025 building-code updates and approves Mountain Avenue Reservoir solar power purchase agreement Council introduced an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code with limited local fire-hardening amendments and set a public hearing for Jan. 20, 2026. Separately the council approved a power purchase agreement with JNG Power for a rooftop solar-plus-storage system at the Mountain Avenue Reservoir, citing a projected 15% discount versus SCE rates and an emergency backup battery.

Monrovia is set to enhance wildfire resilience with new building codes and a groundbreaking solar energy deal, paving the way for a greener future!

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3 months ago

Monrovia council repeals two WWII‑era anti‑Japanese resolutions as part of new park’s history work The council unanimously adopted Resolution 2025‑70 to repeal two resolutions from 1942 and 1943 that targeted Japanese residents; staff said the repeal is symbolic and part of interpretive work for a new neighborhood park honoring a Japanese American family.

Monrovia City Council has taken a historic step by unanimously repealing WWII-era resolutions that targeted Japanese residents, paving the way for a new park honoring their legacy.

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3 months ago

Monrovia council repeals 1940s internment-supporting resolution; ribbon-cutting set for Satoru Tsunishi Park Council unanimously repealed one or more 1940s-era resolutions that expressed support for the wartime internment of Japanese Americans, and announced a ribbon-cutting for Satoru Tsunishi Park on Jan. 13, 2026 as part of efforts to honor Japanese American history in Monrovia.

Monrovia's City Council has taken a historic step by unanimously repealing 1940s resolutions supporting the internment of Japanese Americans, paving the way for the upcoming Satoru Tsunishi Park dedicated to honoring their legacy.

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3 months ago

Residents urge memorial for immigrant who died fleeing ICE operations; speakers raise broader ICE concerns During public comment, speakers pressed the council to honor people who have died as a result of ICE operations and called for a permanent memorial for Roberta Montoya; council and staff heard multiple accounts and were asked to consider memorialization and outreach for day laborers.

Residents in Monrovia are demanding a permanent memorial for Roberta Montoya and calling for urgent action regarding the dangers of ICE enforcement that have claimed lives.

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4 months ago

Upper District warns golden mussel disruption could curtail imported deliveries; Monrovia groundwater currently healthy Upper District General Manager Tom Love updated the council that Metropolitan Water District storage is strong and local groundwater has recovered, but LA County halted deliveries over golden mussel detection concerns; mitigation plans and county sign‑off are needed before deliveries resume, with potential timelines into spring.

A new invasive golden mussel threatens California's water deliveries, prompting urgent control measures and potential delivery interruptions—what does this mean for Monrovia's future water supply?

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4 months ago

Monrovia council certifies EIR and introduces zoning ordinance for 701 South Myrtle project The council certified a final EIR, approved related resolutions and introduced a zoning ordinance to allow the 701 South Myrtle specific plan — a 1.61‑acre, five‑story, 204‑unit mixed‑use project with a minimum affordable housing requirement. Several residents flagged tree loss and CEQA concerns during the hearing.

Monrovia City Council has taken a significant step towards a new 204-unit mixed-use project, but community concerns about tree loss and environmental impacts are raising eyebrows.

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4 months ago

Monrovia holds public hearing on proposed citywide lighting, landscaping and parks assessment; ballots to be counted Nov. 19 Monrovia held a lengthy public hearing on a proposed Citywide Lighting, Landscaping and Parks Maintenance Assessment District (No. 2025‑1). Staff said the five‑year phase‑in is intended to close an ongoing maintenance funding gap; opponents cited affordability, ballot weighting and outreach concerns. Ballots will be publicly tabulated Nov. 19.

Monrovia's proposed citywide lighting and landscaping assessment faces pushback from residents concerned about affordability and fairness as ballots are set to be counted tomorrow.

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5 months ago

Commission recommends City Council certify EIR and approve PD‑29 for 701 South Myrtle; adds DRC landscape review The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council certify the project’s EIR and approve a site‑specific planned development (PD‑29) for 701 South Myrtle Avenue — a proposed five‑story, 204‑unit mixed‑use building that includes 20 affordable units — and added a condition to send the landscape plan to the Development Review Committee for further oversight.

The Monrovia Planning Commission just took a bold step towards a transformative five-story mixed-use project that promises 204 new apartments, including affordable units, and a vibrant public plaza!

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5 months ago

Citizen oversight reports clean audits while board approves architects for Measure projects The citizen bond oversight committee reported two clean audits for 2022-23 and 2023-24 and recommended improved reporting cadence. The board also approved architectural services for Plymouth Elementary (PBK Architects) and for Wildrose Elementary (firm not specified) and sold a Series B bond and refinanced a 2006 bond, projecting over $800,000 in 1

Clean audits and $7.6 million in upgrades signal a bright future for Monrovia's schools, but the citizen oversight committee is pushing for even better transparency and communication.

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5 months ago

Monrovia board continues study of Santa Fe and Clifton middle-school viability amid community concerns The district presented consolidation analysis for Santa Fe and Clifton middle schools and held multiple public meetings and a survey; teacher and community commenters said initial data had errors that have since been corrected and asked the district to ensure the full context and programmatic differences are considered.

Concerns are rising as Monrovia district officials analyze the future of Santa Fe and Clifton middle schools, revealing data discrepancies and prompting community calls for transparency.

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5 months ago

District sells Series B bonds, refinances 2006 debt and advances Measure-funded modernization projects Monrovia Unified announced a successful sale of Series B bonds and a refinance of a 2006 bond that the district projects will save taxpayers over $800,000 on next years assessments. The board also approved architectural contracts for Plymouth and Wildrose elementary modernization and heard a citizensbond oversight committee report showing clean 2

Monrovia Unified's recent bond sale is set to save taxpayers over $800,000, paving the way for exciting modernization projects at local elementary schools!

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5 months ago

Monrovia council adopts FY 2025–26 budget update and schedule of fees The Monrovia City Council unanimously adopted two fiscal-year resolutions on Oct. 20, 2025: a budget update for FY 2025–26 and a resolution adopting the schedule of fees and charges. Staff reported a projected surplus and discussed allocations for economic-development programs, police dispatch upgrades and potential use of PFAS settlement funds.

The Monrovia City Council just approved a budget update that could allocate $1.5 million in surplus funds for exciting projects, including economic development for the 2028 Olympics!

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5 months ago

Monrovia council adopts midyear budget adjustments, fee updates; approves dispatch upgrade funding On Oct. 21 the Monrovia City Council unanimously adopted two resolutions that revise the citys fiscal 2024-25 and 2025-26 budget projections, include a $1 million police dispatch console replacement, set aside funds for economic development and Olympic-related activities, and approve minor fee changes.

Monrovia City Council just approved significant budget updates, including a $1 million upgrade for police dispatch—a move that highlights the city's strong financial health and commitment to community priorities.

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5 months ago

Advocates press Monrovia council for permanent memorial and state assistance in Roberto Carlos Montoya Valdez case Speakers at the Oct. 21 council meeting urged the city to secure a permanent memorial for Roberto Carlos Montoya Valdez, who advocates say died following an ICE operation, and asked the council to denounce the actions. City staff said they had contacted the governor's office and the state attorney general seeking assistance in obtaining information

Community members demand justice and a permanent memorial for Roberto Carlos Montoya Valdez, questioning the silence of the Monrovia City Council on his tragic death linked to an ICE operation.

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5 months ago

Activists, family urge Monrovia council to secure report and permanent memorial for Roberto Carlos Montoya Valdez Speakers during public comment urged the city to secure an investigative report into the death of Roberto Carlos Montoya Valdez following ICE activity and to establish a permanent memorial. City staff said the city sent a request to the governor's office and attorney general for assistance obtaining investigation materials and will report back to a

Activists and family members are demanding justice for Roberto Carlos Montoya Valdez, urging the Monrovia City Council to establish a permanent memorial and provide updates on an investigation into his tragic death following ICE enforcement.

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5 months ago

Monrovia council approves budget adjustments, $1 million dispatch console upgrade and small fee changes At its Oct. 21 meeting the Monrovia City Council approved quarterly adjustments to the FY 2024-25 and 2025-26 budgets, setting aside funds for economic development and the 2028 Olympics, allocating $1 million for police dispatch console replacement and approving a $6 increase to the traffic collision report fee.

The Monrovia City Council just approved a $1 million upgrade for police dispatch systems and set aside funds for exciting developments ahead of the 2028 Olympics!

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6 months ago

Monrovia selects Ryan Birch to paint Route 66 centennial mural on Huntington Drive overpass The City of Monrovia's Art in Public Places program has selected Monrovia artist Ryan Birch to paint an approximately 2,400-square-foot mural on a Huntington Drive overpass as part of Route 66 centennial celebrations in 2026; the project will depict local landmarks and requires permits and encroachment/air-rights agreements.

Monrovia is gearing up for a stunning 2,400-square-foot mural on a Huntington Drive overpass, celebrating the city’s rich history and landmarks in honor of the Route 66 centennial!

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6 months ago

Speakers urge Monrovia to memorialize Roberto Carlos Montoya after fatal incident; vigil scheduled at Home Depot Public commenters at the Oct. 7 Monrovia City Council meeting urged the council to support a permanent memorial for Roberto Carlos Montoya, described as killed while fleeing an ICE enforcement action. Speakers also asked the city to consider verifying ICE agent identities in line with a Huntington Park resolution; a vigil was scheduled for Oct. 10.

Community advocates are rallying for a permanent memorial to honor Roberto Carlos Montoya, who tragically lost his life while fleeing an ICE enforcement action, as they demand critical local safeguards.

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6 months ago

Monrovia School Board Approves New Leadership Positions and Discusses CTE Pathways School board introduces new administrative roles while enhancing career technical education programs.

Monrovia Unified School District is making bold moves to enhance student support and infrastructure, including new leadership roles focused on college and career readiness!

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6 months ago

Monrovia Schools Promote Community Engagement Through Canyon Park Nature Program Third and fourth graders from Plymouth School participate in hands-on learning at Canyon Park.

Third and fourth graders from Plymouth School took a memorable field trip to Canyon Park, diving deep into local history and ecology while fostering a love for their community!

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6 months ago

Canyon Park Educates Youth on Nature and Local History Monrovia students explore Canyon Park, learning about local history and environmental conservation.

Students in Monrovia are uncovering the rich history and environmental wonders of Canyon Park, all while learning the importance of conservation and community involvement.

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6 months ago

Jennifer LaPlante invites community to Monrovia's native plant sale for local garden support LaPlante promotes eco-friendly gardening and upcoming plant sale benefiting Monrovia Canyon Park.

Discover the vibrant world of native plants at Monrovia's upcoming sale, where your purchase not only beautifies your garden but also supports local conservation efforts!

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6 months ago

New Film Crush Begins Production in Monrovia's Historic Old Town Film Crush, a romantic suspense thriller, starts principal photography in Monrovia's Old Town.

Monrovia's charming streets are set to captivate audiences as filming for the thrilling romantic suspense "Crush" kicks off this October!

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6 months ago

Julie Bank advocates for community engagement through Monrovia Area Partnership programs Julie Bank highlights the value of joining Monrovia Area Partnership for local involvement.

Julie Bank's inspiring journey with the Monrovia Area Partnership reveals how community engagement can transform lives and foster lasting connections.

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6 months ago

Community Show Invites Public Participation to Discuss Local Issues Community show encourages residents to join conversations about important local matters.

Monrovia City Council is breaking down barriers and inviting YOU to shape the future of our community—no expertise needed!

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6 months ago

Monrovia City Council adopts assessment plan and honors community members City Council meeting concludes with unanimous vote on assessments and memorial for lost members.

Monrovia City Council's recent approval of a new district assessment plan promises to enhance transparency and engage the community like never before!

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6 months ago

Monrovia City Council Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Approves Housing Amendments Monrovia City Council recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month and approves affordable housing code updates.

The Monrovia City Council meeting was a vibrant celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, complete with mariachi music, community events, and exciting updates on education initiatives.

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