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2 Median Turf Reduction Project4 Unoccupied Residence Registration5 Summer Watering Schedule6 Home Improvement Program7 Leadership Academy Coming this Fall Guarding Against Mosquitoes 2 Water Safety Tips 3 Concerts and Movies in the Park 8

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SUMMER 2017CiTy OF ARCAdiA NEwSlETTER

City CouncilPeter Amundson, MayorSho Tay, Mayor Pro TemTom Beck, Council MemberRoger Chandler, Council MemberApril A. Verlato, Council Member

City OfficialsGene Glasco, City ClerkDominic Lazzaretto, City Manager

City Council MeetingsThe City Council meets the first and thirdTuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the CouncilChambers at City Hall. Meetings are broadcastlive on the City’s government access cablechannel - AT&T channel 99 and CharterCommunications digital channel 15-257.Meetings are also available for viewing fromthe City website.

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City Hall 574-5400Building 574-5416City Council 574-5403City Manager 574-5401Development Services 574-5415Fire Administration 574-5100Graffiti Hotline 821-4333Historical Museum 574-5440Library 821-5567Planning 574-5423Police Administration 574-5151Public Works Services 256-6554Recreation & Community Services

574-5113Senior Citizen Services 574-5130Shopping Cart Removal (800) 252-4613Water Conservation Hotline 574-3000Water Service 256-6650

DISCOURAGING Coyotes in Arcadia

Part of Arcadia’s beauty comes from our close proximity to the foothills, an area that isabundant with wildlife. It is not unusual to see coyotes walking through neighborhoods oreven on busy streets. Coyotes tend to venture into neighborhoods more often in thewarmer months when they are in search of food and water sources. It is important to be awareof how to interact with coyotes. Please review the City of Arcadia’s newly adopted CoyoteManagement Plan to learn more about how you can help discourage coyotes in Arcadia.

To ensure your safety, here are cautionary reminders on how to best safeguard your family and pets:

• If a coyote approaches you, do not run—retain eye contact and be as big,mean, and loud as you can. Make loud noises, throw rocks in the animal’s direction, spray it with a hose, rapidly open and close an umbrella, shake a canfull of pennies, or use an air horn to scare it away.

• If you see a coyote while walking with your pet or small children, pick them upand calmly leave the area.

• Do not leave cats and small dogs outside unattended; do not leave small children outside unsupervised.

• Do not leave trash, pet food, water, or food waste in accessible areas. Outdoor food and water sources such as pet food bowls should be removedsoon after your pets have eaten. Dispose of garbage in secure containers andwait to place your trash cans at the curb until the day of pick-up. Occasionallywash trash cans out with cleaner to remove any odors coyotes and other animals may find appealing.

• Encourage neighbors to follow the same preventative measures.

Most wildlife poses little threat to humans as they have a natural fear of people and arenot comfortable in unnatural surroundings. For more information, visit the City of Arcadia website at www.ArcadiaCA.gov/coyotes.

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Median Turf Reduction ProjectThe Median Turf Reduction project involves removing the existing grass and plants inthe City’s center medians and replacing them with drought-tolerant plants, drip irrigation systems, and decorative hardscapes. The purpose of the project is to complywith the State’s water conservation regulations which doesn’t allow the watering ofgrass in municipal center medians. The Median Turf Reduction project is scheduled tobe completed over three years. The first phase starts with the center medians on Huntington Drive, between Michillinda Avenue and Baldwin Avenue, and is anticipatedto be completed in July of this year.

Mosquito bites result in the deathsof more than 1 million people everyyear. Over a dozen species of mosquitoes live in the San GabrielValley; nearly all bite people andsome are vectors of human and animal diseases.

Zika virus spreads to people primarily through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito.These mosquitoes typically lay eggsin and near standing water in thingslike buckets, tires, trashcans, anddirty swimming pools. In the summer, it takes approximately fourto five days for a first stage larva todevelop into an adult mosquito;however, mosquitoes cannot develop without water. In additionto making sure there is no standingwater on your property, you shouldalso take the following precautionsto reduce mosquito exposure:

• Use Environmental ProtectionAgency (EPA) approved mosquitorepellent when outside. Reapplymosquito repellent every fewhours, depending on which product and strength you choose.

• Wear long sleeve shirts and pantswhen spending time outdoors toavoid mosquito bites.

• Make sure windows and doorshave tight fitting, intact screens.

• Use air conditioning when available.

There is no vaccine to prevent Zika.The best way to prevent diseasesspread by mosquitoes is to protectyourself and your family from mosquito bites. The goal is to keepthe mosquito population in the USfrom becoming infected. It is important to follow these tips to reduce your risk. REPORT MOSQUiTOESTo report issues concerningexcessive mosquito activity, day-biting mosquitoes, standing water,or green pools, please contact:

San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control districtSGVmosquito.org 814-9466City of Arcadia Code ServicesDSDCodeServices@ArcadiaCA.gov574-5432

Get your File of life®Medical emergencies can happen to anyone at any time. When they do, thereis confusion, panic, and urgency. Paramedics arrive on the scene with noinformation about the person in need.Seconds count and they can make the difference between life and death. File ofLife® medical cards are designed to provide a quick medical history to emergency personnel when a patient isunable to give one.

The most popular version is a miniaturemedical history card that is kept in a redplastic sleeve with a magnetic strip. Themagnetic sleeve is placed on the outsideof the refrigerator in a visible place. TheFile of Life® format is modeled to be easyfor patients to use and immediately recognized by first responders.

File of Life® has already saved thousands oflives. It is an absolute asset to emergencypreparedness for every household.Thanks to the generous contribution from

the Altrusa Club of Arcadia, these lifesavingcards are available to be picked up, free-of-charge, during business hours atall three Arcadia fire stations.

Fireworks are synonymous with ourcelebration of Independence Day.Yet, the thrill of fireworks can alsobring pain and in serious cases,death. According to the NationalFire Protection Association (NFPA)statistics, more than one-quarter (28%)of fires started by fireworks in 2009 -2013 were reported on IndependenceDay. Almost half (47%) of the reported fires on Independence Daywere started by fireworks. Evensparklers, which are usually thoughtof as harmless, can cause seriousand fatal injuries.

For the protection and safety of ourresidents, the Arcadia MunicipalCode prohibits the use, sale, or discharge of fireworks anywhere inthe City, unless authorized by theFire Chief. The best way to enjoyfireworks is to visit public fireworksdisplays put on by professionalswho know how to safely handle fireworks.

Help Keep Zika Out!

Fireworks Prohibitedin the City

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In anticipation of family gatherings around pools and other recreational water venues during the summer, the Arcadia Fire Departmentis reminding parents and children of the steps they should take to stay safe. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,about 10 people die every day from unintentional drowning. Of these, two are children aged 14 or younger. Drowning ranks fifthamong the leading causes of unintentional injury death in the United States.

There are simple steps that families can take to help prevent accidental drowning. These tips are extremely important to stay safe andhave fun this summer at the pool, beach, river, lake, or reservoir.

Top 10 Tips to Stay Safe Near the water1. Learn how to swim and enroll children in swim lessons with certified swimming instructors. 2. Never leave a child unattended in or near a pool, spa, or any body of water. 3. Designate a Water Watcher to supervise children. This person should not be reading, texting, using a smart phone or be

otherwise distracted. Adults can take turns being a Water Watcher. 4. Teach children basic water safety tips. 5. Learn how to perform CPR on children and adults, and update those skills regularly. 6. If a child is missing, look for him or her in the pool or spa first. 7. Keep children away from pool drains, pipes, and other openings to avoid entrapments.8. Ensure any pool and spa you use has drain covers that comply with federal standards. If you do not know, ask your pool service

provider whether your covers are in compliance. 9. Install a four-foot or taller fence around the perimeter of the pool and spa and use self-closing and self-latching gates; ask your

neighbors to do the same at their pools. Install and use a lockable safety cover on your spa. 10. Have lifesaving equipment such as life rings, floats, or a reaching pole available and easily accessible.

Be Safe while Out walking!

Warmer weather, daylight saving time,and summer approaching are all reasonsmore pedestrians are outdoors in theearly mornings and evenings. It is important to practice good walking andrunning safety as a pedestrian. Many factors impact whether or not driverswill see pedestrians. Some vision obscurements and lighting conditionsare not controlled by the pedestrian, butyou can greatly enhance your safetywith some proactive steps:

• Wear light/bright colored clothing,preferably clothing with reflectivestrips or perhaps a safety vest.

• Carry a lighted flashlight when walking at night.

• Use sidewalks when available.

• Walk facing traffic so you can see carsapproaching.

• If walking or running in the roadway,stay out of traffic lanes.

• Make eye contact with drivers beforecrossing streets, additional lanes, ordriveways.

• Never assume drivers will stop oryield - walk defensively.

• If you must have music or talk on your phone, use only one earpieceand keep the volume down. Listen for traffic!

• Be aware of your surroundings andpractice personal safety!

• Vary your routes so you are not predictable.

• Avoid dimly lit roads, alleys, andareas.

• Carry identification and a cell phone. • Walk with a partner or friend.

• Don’t approach vehicles stoppingnear you or in your path.

• Consider personal safety items suchas pepper spray.

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Residents can now report graffiti on theirmobile phones using the Arcadia Reporterapp. The graffiti reporting app is nowavailable to download for both Appleand Google phones through their onlinestores. Graffiti can still be reported viatelephone by calling the graffiti removal hotline at 821-4333.

Abandoned Shopping CartsAbandoned shopping carts canobstruct access to sidewalks,streets, alleys, and other areaswhere people and vehicles travel.Shopping carts left on the sidewalk can easily roll onto thestreet creating a traffic hazard.Abandoned shopping carts alsoreduce property values and are aprecursor to blight.

To report abandoned shoppingcarts, contact Code Services at574-5432, or request a cart pick upat www.cartretrival.net. Pleaseprovide the store name on thecart and the street address ornearest cross street of where thecart is located.

Owners of unoccupied residences are now required to register their properties. Thepurpose of the registry is to protect neighborhoods from the adverse effects of unoccupied residences that are not adequately maintained. The registry provides information forthe City to directly communicate with owners and/or their designated agents when issues need to be addressed.

An unoccupied residence is a property that has not been occupied for at least 30days. Houses that are actively under construction, are in escrow to be sold or transferred, or are being actively marketed by an identified listing agent will not be considered unoccupied.

As part of the registration requirement, the property owner is required to provide his/hercontact information and information for at least two other authorized contact persons.One of the contacts is to be designated as being available on a 24-hour basis. The 24-hourcontact must be local and able to respond to problems at the property within one hour ofreceiving a telephone notice. In lieu of two authorized contact persons, the propertyowner may enlist a property management company that is located within 20 miles of theCity and can respond within one hour on a 24-hour basis.

There is no fee to register an unoccupied residence. Property owners can register at Arcadia City Hall, or online at www.ArcadiaCA.gov.

For more information, please contact the Development Services Department at 574-5432, or email DSDCodeServices@ArcadiaCA.gov.

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The City of Arcadia Business License Office is dedicated to creating an environment where filming is conductedwith professionalism and courtesy. TheBusiness License Office works directlywith production companies to minimizethe impacts of filming in the City of Arcadia.A film permit is required for all types offilming and commercial photography;this includes charitable associations andstudent films.

Filming at locations in the City of Arcadia heightens the City’s image and motivates people to visit popular locations like the Arboretum, Santa AnitaRace Track, Westfield Mall, etc. Here’swhat you should know about filming:

• Filming in residential areas is allowedbetween 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.,Monday through Saturday. Filming isnot allowed on Sundays.

• Filming at businesses is allowed between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.,Monday through Saturday. Filmingon Sundays is allowed from 9:00 a.m.to 7:00 p.m.

• Notification is to be provided to allresidents and businesses within 250feet of the proposed filming location.The notification must include a generaldescription of what to expect andwho to contact for more information.

• Signatures acknowledging consent tothe filming are to be obtained from atleast 75% of those residents and/orbusinesses affected by the production.

The City of Arcadia is committed to addressing all concerns from residentsand business owners quickly to ensurethat the filming goes smoothly and is apositive experience for everyone involved. If you have any questions,please contact the Business License Office at 574-5430, or email BL@ArcadiaCA.gov.

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Unoccupied ResidenceRegistration

The City is offering a pool/spacover rebate for qualifying Arcadiasingle family residential water customers. Pool/spa covers can significantly reduce water evaporation and keep debris outwhen your pool is not in use. Pool/spa cover must conform to the sizeand shape of the pool/spa andcover at least 85% of the water.

For more information, contact thePublic Works Services Departmentat 256-6595.

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In April, the Governor lifted the drought emergency in most of California. However, Arcadia’s local water supply is still recovering from the drought’s impact, as we are located in an abnormally dry zone in Southern California. The City and community willneed to continue water conservation efforts in order to reach the 20% per capita reduction goal by 2020 (20x2020), as called forth by Senate Bill X7-7. Arcadia residentshave worked hard to conserve water indoors, however outdoor watering accounts forup to 70% of residential water use. Please keep in mind that the City’s Summer WateringSchedule only allows outdoor irrigation on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, before9:00 AM and after 6:00 PM.

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Saturday, July 26pm - 9pmArcadia Transit Plaza45 E. Santa Clara Street, Arcadia, CA

Enter to Win Prizes at the Event:• Red Cruiser from Helen’s Cycles• One night stay at Embassy Suites• Gift Certificate to Matt Denny’s• Gift Certificate to Spa Xanadu

Music by the Hodads

YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WINWinners will be announced at 7:30pm

FOOD VENDORS:• Villa Catrina• Matt Denny’s• Burger Barn• Choctal Ice Cream

KIDS PLAY FREE• Free Mr. Fun Balloons• Free Face Painting• Free Pony Rides• Arts and Crafts• Petting Zoo• Bouncy House

MULTI-FAMILY/COMMERCIALRECYCLING

In the past, waste diversion efforts,primarily recycling and composting,have been focused on residentialwaste. However, the commercialsector, including multi-family complexes and businesses, generates two thirds of the wastestatewide. Assembly Bill 341 addresses the need for multi-familycomplexes with five units or moreand commercial businesses thatgenerate four or more cubic yardsper week of waste to arrange forcommercial recycling services. If you aren’t recycling at your multi-family complex or business,the time to start is now! For moreinformation about commercial recycling, contact the Public WorksServices Department at 305-5327.

Saturday, July 16-9 pmFirst Avenue(Between Huntington and Santa Clara)

Enter to Win Great Prizes• Hotel Stay• Restaurant Gift Certificate• Metro TAP Cards

Live Music andEntertainment• Neighborhood Music

School Jam Session• Carcadia Car Show

Local Food Vendors• Mt. Lowe’s Beer Garden• Burger Barn BBQ• A Rockin’ Ice Hawaiian

Shaved Ice Truck

Kids Play Free• Balloons• Free Face Painting• Free Pony Rides• Arts and Crafts• Petting Zoo

Home Repair Grants Available to Qualified

Property OwnersArcadia residents interested in improving their homes may be eligible for federal grantassistance through the Arcadia Home Improvement Program. The Program providesfunding for home maintenance repairs and improvements, roof and window replacements, energy efficiency upgrades, and more. Homeowners meeting the income qualifications are eligible to receive financial assistance of up to $10,000 for acondominium or townhome, and up to $15,000 for a single-family detached house. Toqualify, property owners must have owned and occupied the home as their primaryresidence for a minimum of three years, and meet the household income limitationslisted below:

home improvement Program income limits

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Number of persons Maximum combinedin the household income per household*

1 $50,5002 $57,7003 $64,9004 $72,1005 $77,9006 $83,650

*Household income includes 2% of total assets (stocks, bonds, savings, etc.) added to annual earned income, or the first $5,000 in household assets whichever is greater.

This Program has been funded in part by the U.S. Department of Housing and UrbanDevelopment through the Community Development Block Grant Program. An application and brochure can be obtained by contacting the Development Services Department at 574-5446, or downloaded from the City’s website at www.ArcadiaCA.gov.

Consider taking a free self-paced class using one of the Library’s online resources such as Powerspeak.

Whether you want to immerse yourself in a new language or learn just a few phrases to get by, try the Library’s Powerspeak Languages online courses. They are free and you can learn a variety of languages. There are over 1,000 lessons that allow for bothquick learning and in-depth study over a longer period of time. Languages include Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, ESL for Spanish and Chinese speakers, and more. These online courses can be learned at home or atthe Library with a valid Arcadia Public Library card.

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Congratulations! 2017 Spring home Award winnersThe following 16 residential and commercial properties were selected bythe Arcadia Beautiful Commission fortheir beauty, landscaping, and design.These properties received a SpringHome Award in recognition of their efforts to keep Arcadia beautiful.

1120 Singing Wood Drive500 E. Lemon Avenue1424 S. Mayflower Avenue1822 Grace Avenue312 W. Palm Drive928 Volante Drive1603 Perkins Drive133 W. Andrea Lane825 Singing Wood Drive415 Armada Road355 W. Palm Drive1225 Ramona Road711 San Luis Rey Road930 Fallen Leaf Road180 Campus Drive388 W. Huntington Drive

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Coming this FallThe Arcadia Leadership Academy is afree, interactive civic education programfor Arcadia residents 18 years and olderwho are interested in becoming betteracquainted with City operations.  Thepurpose of the program is to provide aninteresting perspective into theworkings of Arcadia, to develop civicleadership, and to build a strongercommunity through well-informed andengaged residents. 

If you are interested in participating inthis program, please contact the CityManager’s office at 574-5434.

dance the Night AwayJoin us for a fun summer evening under the stars filled with dancing and karaoke.Guests are invited to take a tour of the Performing Arts Center. For karaoke please RSVPby July 7 to cliao@arcadiaaf.org.

For additional information, visit ArcadiaCA.gov or call 574-5113.

Arcadia homeownerAssociationsThere are five Homeowner Associationsin the City of Arcadia that are recognizedby City Council Resolution. Each Homeowners’ Association has an Architectural Review Board (ARB) whichhas architectural design review authorityover the Association area. Contact information for each Homeowners’ Association President and ArchitecturalReview Board Chairman is listed below.

1. Arcadia highlands home OwnersAssociation President: Bob Stover (626) 355-0684ARB Chairperson: Suzanne Ligon (626) 355-3776

2. Rancho Santa Anita Property Owner’sAssociationPresident: Sharon Kwan (626) 807-6311ARB Chairperson: Brad Koehler(626) 510-9233

3. Santa Anita Oaks AssociationPresident: Richard Midgley (626) 355-2232ARB Chairperson: Tom WalkerARB Contact: Vince Vargas (626) 355-2822

4. Rancho Santa Anita Residents’ AssociationPresident: Kevin Tomkins (626) 445-8445ARB Chairperson: Ernie Boehr (626) 233-5203

5. Santa Anita Village AssociationPresident: Julie Lim (650) 315-6987ARB Chairperson: Laurie Thompson(626) 447-5092

Arcadia, like you’ve never seen it before! TheMuseum is excited to present our 6th annualArcadia at the Movies program where we proudly show off movies that have beenfilmed in Arcadia over many decades. A pre-movie talk will be presented by FilmHistorian, AJ Downhower with a background on the movie and cast. Bring your lawn chair and a beverage andrelax with a fun filled evening. The Museum will provide the popcorn! Minorsmust be supervised.

Seabiscuit with Tobey Maguire

and Jeff Bridges, 2003July 22; 7:30 PM

The Lemon Drop Kid, featuring Bob Hope, 1951

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June 30 Sing • PG

July 7 Lego Batman • PG

July 14 Moana • PGSponsor Night ‐ Free Giveaway

July 21 The Little Mermaid • G

July 28 Finding Dory • PG

August 4 Toy Story • G

August 11 Kubo and the Two Strings • PG

Games & Activities Movie beginsat dusk

Hot food, snacks,and drinks available for purchase

Movies in the Parkprovided in partnershipwith CHOICESS Arcadia

Food and drinks available for purchase fromBURGER BARNS

CITY HALL WEST LAWN • 240 W. HUNTINGTON DRIVE FREE!Overflow parking available at the Santa Anita Race Track, gate 5

June 29 The Answer Classic RockPLUS Environmental Fair

July 6 The California Air National Guard, Band of the West Coast Classical and Pops

July 13 Tommy Tassi & The Authentics 50's, 60's & 70's

July 20 Kulayd 50's & 60's Rock and Roll, Harmony and Doo Wop

July 27 Raymond MichaelsTribute to Elvis

August 3 Swing Cats Big Band, Swing and Top 40NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

August 10 Cold Duck 70's and Top 40