City of Glendora (626) 914-8200

Bi-Monthly Report to the Residents of Glendora
Glendora Report
Published by The City of Glendora
Oct/Nov 2015
Update on Water Conservation
and Regulations
Weather Service Forecast
Possible “Godzilla” El Nino
On May 26, 2015, the City Council approved the Emergency Drought Response Plan
which provides details on how Glendora intends to meet the 36% water use reduction mandated by the State. A few months into the Plan, an update on the Plan’s progress was presented at the September 8, 2015 City Council meeting.
The City has been busy completing projects that have reduced water use at City facilities, parks and street medians. The City also recognizes that support from water customers
has been fundamental to the progress made thus far. To ensure that customers understand
the Plan, two Community Workshops were held, one in both June and July. There have also
been several landscape workshops, thousands of phone calls responded to and hundreds of
water efficiency audits performed free of charge.
To date, the Plan appears to be
working as anticipated. The state
will monitor water suppliers for
2013
2015
% Change
compliance during the months of
June 2015 through February 2016 as
989 AF (1) 729 AF
26%
compared to the same months from April
the year 2013. The table presented
May
1,291 AF 665 AF
48%
at right displays the results of
Glendora’s water conservation since June
1,248 AF 805 AF
35.5%
the Governor signed the Executive
Order in April. The City has been July
1,390 AF 858 AF
38%
close to meeting the mandated conservation mark each month since the August 955 AF
650 AF
32% (2)
assessment period began, however
(1) AF represents Acre Foot of water or
notice the warmer weather in
325,851.43 gallons
August presented a challenge and
the conservation level decreased that (2) Unofficial production readings between 8/2 – 8/30
month.
The update presented and passed by City Council included two changes to the Water
Conservation Plan. The first change is to the watering regulation which has been changed
from a 2 day limit to a 30 minute per station per week limit and the second change includes
additional funds to the rebate program due to the continued strong demand for the turf
removal program.
Although the cooler months are ahead and there is talk of El Nino, the City cautions water
customers to continue to conserve. The 36% conservation level, both monthly and cumulatively must continue until at least February 2016. Failure to meet the 36% mark subjects the
City to State imposed fines of up to $10,000 per day and/or a Cease and Desist Order.
The complete water update presentation can be viewed on the City website at
www.CityofGlendora.org/CityMeetings. For more information on water rebates, water regulations or upcoming water workshops, please call the Water Division at (626) 852-4838 or
visit the City website at: www.CityofGlendora.org/WaterConservation
National Weather Service’s long range forecasts models are now indicating a 90% chance of an El Nino occurring this winter/spring for North
and South America regions, especially those areas closer to the equator. El
Nino occurs when there are warmer than normal sea surface temperatures
in the Pacific Ocean. The warmer the temperature the stronger the El Nino
usually is.
At this point climate forecasters observed sea surface temperatures
more than 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit above average across the east central
Pacific Ocean. That level of heat has been recorded only three times in the
past 65-years, and all three occurrences matched with strong El Nino
events.
Yet, even with those three occurrences of significantly warmer surface
levels, the amount of rain the LA region received varied greatly. The 195758 El Nino produced a total of 15.43 inches in Los Angeles, compared to
27.06 inches in 1997-98 with the normal being 12.82 inches for the area.
This range of difference is what makes exact forecasting difficult even with
the high tech computers and models based on decades of information.
“What we do know is that we
will very likely get more rain; the
Colby Fire
big question is how much and will
Impact Area
that be through more modest
storms that deliver episodes of Community Meeting
soaking rain or will it be many
City officials announced that
storms with torrential rain for our they are inviting residents living in
region,” said City Manager Chris the Colby Impact area to a meeting
Jeffers.
on October 7, 2015 in Bidwell
City staff are planning for the Forum at 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
worst case scenario as the commu- Representatives from various entinity continues to recover from the ties involved with the planning for
Colby fire in January 2014. As 2015 Winter Season and guarding
City officials have reported previ- against possible mud and flooding
ously it is better to plan for the that is always a risk with any rain
worst and hope for the best to will be discussed.
occur.
City officials are planning another community meeting for residents
within the Colby Impact area on October 7, 2015 at the Bidwell Forum.
Officials announced that there will be two sessions again to accommodate
residents’ varying schedules. The Colby Impact area is between Yucca
Ridge and Loraine Avenue north of Sierra Madre.
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Water Conservation
Updates to Water Conservation
Regulations
The regulation limiting the watering of ornamental landscape no more than
two days a week has been revised. The new watering regulation for ornamental turf allows for no more than 30 minutes per station per week with
no more than six minutes per station per cycle; a cycle must be complete
with water shut off for at least 45 minutes before a new cycle can begin.
Rebate
Rebate funds have been increased by $125,000 due to a continual strong
demand in turf removal projects. Interested parties are encouraged to
inquire.
For questions, please call the Water Division at (626) 852-4838
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EL NINO continued from page 1
The City’s nationally recognized Colby webpage and
alert system contains helpful information to assist residents with the alert system and hints on protecting
homes from debris and mud flows that can occur.
Glendora Police Department offers residents the opportunity to sign up for the Nixle alert system which can
provide immediate emergency information to residents
through their land lines, cell phones and/or email
address so they receive the most up to date information.
During the summer, Los Angeles County
Department of Public Works has been working to clean
out the various debris basins in the foothills that were
constructed after the 1969 mud flows that devastated the
community. Those debris basins are now 100% empty
and ready for the rain events.
The City of Glendora has also continued to work
closely with the Weather Service for up-to-date forecasts; and the Forest Service and United States
Geological Survey departments in gathering information
on the condition of the foothills as they recover from the
fire; and the Los Angeles County Fire Department in
deployment of resources should that become necessary.
To learn more about the Colby Fire Impact preparations and how you can be fully prepared, please visit
www.cityofglendora.org/colbyfire.
Will California’s Drought
end with El Nino?
While the likelihood of us experiencing an El
Nino winter is fairly high, according to the National
Weather Service, the question remains how intense
will it be? At this point in time forecasters cannot say
if we’ll experience significantly higher amounts of
rain than the average for the LA region, which is
about 13 inches annually. The wettest year in downtown Los Angeles occurred in 1883-84 with a little
over 38 inches recorded.
After four years State officials estimate that we are
short of the total rainfall that we should have received
using average precipitation rates by over 30 inches.
So for the Los Angeles region by the end of this coming winter our watershed areas should have received
approximately 42 inches of rain during a five year
period which would mean that this El Nino would
have to generate that 42 inches which has never
occurred.
In addition, past El Nino data has very little correlation to how much rain/snow Northern California
will receive, unlike Southern California where the
correlation between the weather pattern and rainfall is
greater thanks to the geographic proximity to the El
Nino stream.
Will a wetter winter help our region and the State?
Absolutely. At the same time State water officials
indicated that while reservoirs may fill up it takes
decades or longer to fill up some of the aquifers
around California. That is especially true in the San
Joaquin Valley where the land is settling anywhere
between one inch to one foot in areas because the
aquifer is so low. In fact, many wells are having to be
drilled up to 1,200 feet which is almost as tall as the
Empire State Building at the top point of the needle
on its roof.
Water professionals agree that not a single winter’s precipitation, whether rain or snow, will end the
drought. Rather, there will need to be several years in
which we receive above average rates in all geographical areas to accomplish that task.
Oct/Nov 2015
Rumors – City of Glendora Response
Social media blogs are sometimes misleading or worse yet, all together wrong. In the past, media outlets required
2-3 independent sources to verify a story before it was published in the paper or announced on TV. Unfortunately,
that standard is no longer the case for today’s social formats like Facebook, blogs and Twitter. In today’s electronic
world, statements are sent to hundreds and even thousands of people while the event is still taking place.
City officials recognize that residents and non-residents are entitled to their opinions. Yet, there is concern when
publically shared opinions that are only partially accurate or completely false are used by others as fact to form their
opinion without the benefit of knowing the full accuracy. This column provides information along with sources that
individuals can review for themselves to verify or obtain more information.
The City Council recently changed public comment to 3 minutes.
Not true – The limitation of 3 minutes for public members to speak on items not on the agenda or other items on
the agenda has been limited to 3 minutes since 1980 under City of Glendora Resolution 80-41 and signed by then
Mayor James Vincent. That policy has remained in place and been affirmed by City Councils since 1980 several
times. As stated several times, the policy permits the City Council to extend should the majority believe it appropriate to do so. The City Council points out that in today’s world, with email, phones and every day mail, any member
of the public can contact a Council or Staff member with information that is as detailed as the person believes is needed to explain the situation. In addition, Council members are always available to set up a one on one meeting with
constituents by simply calling (626) 914-8201 for assistance.
You don’t have to allow people to build on every vacant lot
Not true – every property owner has property rights to develop their property within the regulations established.
Even if the land has been sitting vacant for years, to deny them would be a regulatory taking of their property and
the governmental entity would be required to compensate them accordingly. It does not mean a property owner can
build anything they want, but as long as they follow the rules or standards that have been adopted they are permitted.
New homes only exacerbates the challenges related to the drought
New homes being built or entitled in Glendora represent only 0.6% of the homes in the City. A recent study by
the California Homebuilding Foundation revealed that homes built in 2014 use 50% less indoor water than homes
built in 1975, 37% less than 1990’s and 21% less water than homes built in 2009. Homes being built in 2015 and
later will even be more water and energy efficient due to recently passed mandates by the State of California that
become effective December 1, 2015. See www.mychf.org and see their project research category page.
Glendora Youth Basketball Sign-ups
The City of Glendora Community Services Department will be holding registration for
the 2016 Glendora Youth Basketball season on Saturdays October 10 and November 7 from
9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m. and Wednesday October 21, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Crowther Teen and Family
Center, 241 W. Dawson Ave. Registration forms will be available at the sign-up dates. You can also sign up anytime at the Teen Center during normal business hours between the dates of October 15 and November 7 2015.
The league is open to youth in grades K – 12th. The league consists of eight divisions; Kinder, Little Tykes, Pee
Wee, National, American, Atlantic, Pacific and Continental.
All interested participants must register and try out. Every participant makes a team and is guaranteed to play
half the game regardless of skill level. This helps to ensure that every participant is getting the most out of the program.
The cost is $100.00 per player or $190.00 for a sibling group. The program will include 10 games, certified referees, team jersey and shorts, pictures and trophies for the top two teams in each division. Practices will begin midDecember and the season runs from January 2 – February 27, 2016.
The City of Glendora is also seeking volunteer coaches. All interested coaches must be fingerprinted prior to
coaching. For more information, call 626-914-2357.
Oct/Nov 2015
Teen School Shuttle Service Expanded!
For the fifth year, teens who attend Goddard, Sandburg, Royal Oak Middle schools and
Glendora High School will be able to catch a shuttle that will allow them to travel to the Glendora
Library and the Crowther Teen and Family Center at 241 W. Dawson Ave. This year, Charter Oak
High School was added to the Orange Line to ensure that all Glendora residents can participate in
this program.
The shuttles run during afterschool ORANGE LINE
hours Monday through Friday and each line STOP
RUN 1
RUN 2
2:35 PM
3:08 PM
completes two runs. Students are picked up Sandburg
3:12 PM
near the front of each school at designated Downtown/Library 2:39 PM
2:43 PM
3:16 PM
pick-up spots. Shuttle service will also be Teen Center
2:50 PM
3:23 PM
provided on Minimum days. The cost is .50 Royal Oak
2:53 PM
3:26 PM
a ride, $5 for a 10 trip booklet or $75 for a Charter Oak H.S.
Teen Center
2:58 PM
3:31 PM
yearly pass. Remember to have exact fare
Downtown/Library 3:02 PM
3:35 PM
available because drivers do not carry
LINE
GREEN
change!
RUN 1
RUN 2
"It will allow kids who do not have a STOP
Goddard
2:33 PM
2:52 PM
ride or cannot walk or ride their bike to the
GHS
–
2:55 PM
center to get there and participate in our Downtown/Library 2:40 PM
2;59 PM
programs instead of going home to an Teen Center
2:44 PM
3:03 PM
empty house," said La Shawn Butler, Downtown
2:48 PM
–
Director of Community Services.
The shuttles are provided by the Glendora Transportation Division, who also provides shuttle
service to the Metrolink Covina Station and to Glendora seniors through their Dial-A-Ride program. The Transportation Division would like parents and students to remember that this service
is a public transportation service and drivers are in need of all of their senses, especially their eyes
and ears, in order to drive safely. Encourage your children to be respectful of others while riding
the shuttle and to please keep noise levels at a minimum.
Youth who would like to ride the shuttle to the Teen Center must have a current permission slip
for the Teen Center on file prior to riding.
For more information about the Teen shuttle service, call 626-914-2357.
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Glendora Trails Activities
Saturday Morning Trail Hikes
For more information, contact Dick Swinney at (626) 963-5668
Colby/Colby-Dalton Trails
Saturday, October 31, 2015
This is a strenuous 2.3-mile walk. Park at the north terminus of
Loraine Ave., north of Sierra Madre Ave., at the south trailhead of the
Colby Trail. The hike begins here and travels north and east to the
junction of Colby-Dalton Trail. The group descends into Little Dalton
Canyon and turns west back to the starting point.
Little Dalton Canyon
(Lower Monroe Motorway)/Mystic Canyon Trails
Saturday, November 28, 2015 ~ 8:00 a.m.
This is a strenuous five-mile hike. Park at the first horseshoe curve
on Glendora Mountain Road, 1 mile north of Big Dalton Canyon
Road. There is limited roadside parking here. There used to be a
campground at this location. If the gate on Glendora Mt. Road is
closed, park at the gate parking lot, approximately ¾ mile north of the
junction of Big Dalton Canyon Road. We will hike up the Lower
Monroe Motorway along the Little Dalton Canyon stream bottom.
The motorway turns southward and continues to the junction of the
Mystic Canyon Trail. The group will follow this trail down to Big
Dalton Canyon and follow the roads back to the parking area.
Glendora Trails Day
Big Dalton Canyon Wilderness Park
Saturday, November 7, 2015
8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the Glendora Rotary Club, ETI Corral 35,
and Glendora Community Services Department
(This event will be cancelled in case of rain at the time of the activity.)
Volunteers are needed to maintain the trails in Big Dalton Canyon
Wilderness Park. Each participant will receive a free commemorative
patch and lunch for helping their local environment.
Individuals are asked to bring gloves, water, sunscreen and bug
repellent. Participants should wear long pants, sturdy shoes and a hat.
Adults must supervise interested youth groups under age 18, tools for
trail will be provided. Each individual will be asked to sign a liability
release form. Youth without a sponsor must be 18 years of age.
For additional information on this project or for pre-registration
procedures, contact Dick Swinney at (626) 963-5668 or [email protected].
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Oct/Nov 2015
Tree Talk – Fallen leaves act as natural mulch
One of our favorite seasons is here – Fall! This is the season for cooler
weather, warm sweaters and Halloween. Deciduous trees transform their
foliage into vibrant reds, gold yellows, and popping purples. This occurs
because signals in the environment prompt special hormones in the tree to turn
colors. The season makes for some of the most breath-taking sceneries as rows
and rows of deciduous trees cover the streets in fall color. While an attractive
view, many homeowners will quickly grab the rake to clean after the tree’s
droppings. The leaves contain important nutrients that eventually break down
and get taken back up by the tree. If a tree is not fertilized, yet all leaves are
being removed from beneath it, the tree is being robbed of potential nutrient
resources.
A layer of leaves serves as food and mulch when it is broken down by
microorganisms into small particles the tree roots can absorb; water aids in the
breakdown process of the organic matter. Water plays several other roles in the
nutrient uptake process for trees. Not only does water hydrate trees allowing
for nutrients to get transported throughout the tree on the inside, it also leeches
the salts in the soil surrounding the tree on the outside. Salts can have an
adverse effect on soil life as it becomes saline and alters the pH. When pH is
altered vital elements are no longer available for absorption for the tree. As a
result the lack of water in this case results in the malnourishment of trees, thus
stressing them and making them vulnerable to pests. Stressed trees can be identified by some key symptoms like a lack of vigor and the discoloration of leaf.
Normally during this time natural rainfall events occur, replenishing the
ground water table and purifying soil by way of gravity, but climatic events are
unpredictable in recent years. For native trees, rainfall is expected, and as tree
caretakers we can replenish that water by other means. Although natural rainfall is ideal for its purer state, irrigation water will suffice if delivered appropriately. Irrigation water should be applied deeply to accomplish the leeching
effect. The combination of proper watering and natural or applied organic
mulch can help keep trees healthier longer.
Glendora READS Tutor Training
Workshop - Saturday, October 10
Have you heard about an exciting, free program Glendora Public Library offers
to help adults learn to read or read better? There are people in every city in
America who struggle to read or write, and most that need help already speak
English fluently. Would you be interested in helping one of these adults learn to
read or read better? On Saturday, October 10, 2015, from 8:30-3:30 pm, Azusa
City Library and Glendora Public Library’s Literacy Programs will partner to
present a Tutor Training Workshop at Azusa City Library. Azusa City Library is
located at 729 N. Dalton, Azusa.
Here in Glendora, about 6,000 people with limited reading or writing skills
raise families, go to work and don’t look different from anyone else. Someone in
your neighborhood, or your family could have difficulty reading or writing. They
may get by through careful listening and observing, and sometimes rely on a single, trusted person to read or write for them.
It’s never too late to learn, and almost anyone can. Being able to read, or read
better, can lead to getting a better job, helping a child with homework, earning a
certificate or promotion or just feeling better about life! Our program wants to
help. We provide free, confidential reading and writing instruction to adults 16
and over who are not currently in high school. Most new learners hear about our
program through family and friends. Why not tell someone you know? Learning
to read is just one phone call away!
To register for this workshop or for more information, call Mary Pat Dodson,
Glendora Public Library Literacy Coordinator, at (626) 852-4897.
The Glendora Library is located at 140 S. Glendora Avenue, Glendora. For
more information on this and other programs, contact the Library at (626) 8524891 or visit www.glendoralibrary.org. All events are free to the public.
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Oct/Nov 2015
La Fetra Center Events
and Tours
Annual Veteran’s Luncheon
Community Services Department
Looking for a fun recreational class? Visit the City of Glendora’s website www.ci.glendora.ca.us
to see the fall brochure which includes all the recreational classes and events currently being offered.
New recreation classes currently being offered include: Kids Agility/Coordination Skills, Sand
Volleyball Doubles League, Women’s Self Defense, Mat Pilates, Landscape Water Management,
Beading Fundamentals, Trinket Treasures, and Mixed Media.
Co-Sponsored by Partners of La Fetra
Lunch provided by YWCA Intervale
Tuesday, November 10th 10:30 a.m.
Ticket Cost
$4 per person, Partners member
$5 per person, non-member
The Community Services Department Theater Program will be performing the musical
Join us for a special luncheon with entertainment to honor our
Veterans. Tickets must be purchased at the La Fetra Center from “Seussical Jr.” Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the hat, and all your favorite Dr. Seuss characters
September 28th to October 30th. No phone reservations are accept- spring to life onstage in Seussical Jr., a fantastical musical extravaganza for the whole family.
Performances will be held at Sandburg Middle School on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 and
ed. For more information, call the Center at 914-0560.
Thursday, November 5, 2015 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Theater Performance
La Fetra Holiday Boutique
Presented by Partners of La Fetra
Thursday, November 19th 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Presale for Seniors
The Community Services Department Dance Program will be holding a performance for our
and Disabled only
youth and adult Dance classes. The performance will be held at Sandburg Middle School on
Friday, November 20th 10 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 3, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 21st 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Enjoy the holiday splendor of the Historic La Fetra Center while
getting a head start on you holiday shopping. Handcrafted, locally
made items for gift fiving and home décor are displayed for sale by
40+ vendors. A great way to shop for quality items at bargain
prices! A portion of your purchases supports Partners of La Fetra
which provides support to the La Fetra Center and older adult programs. For additional information, please call 914-8235.
Dance Performance
Travel with Us!
Reagan Library-Special Football Exhibit
Monday, November 16
Fee: $25
A visit to the Reagan Library for their Football Exhibit featuring
some of the most rare, historical and iconic artifacts including game
worn jerseys, Heisman Trophies, Superbowl Rings and more. For
non-football fans, there will be 26 decorated Christmas trees representing the 26 countries President Reagan visited while in office.
Hearst Castle Xmas Via Amtrak
Departs: December 12, 2015
Returns: December 13, 2015
Amtrak to Santa Barbara and bus to San Simeon for our
overnight at the Best Western Cavalier (oceanfront) Resort. Twohour evening tour of Hearst Castle, decorated for Christmas with
Docents dressed in 30’s attire. This tour is a combination of all four
tours which is ACTIVE with many stairs and lots of walking. A stop
in Solvang on the way home tops off this trip. Call Dolores at 9148235 for more information.
Prices: $299.50 per person, double occupancy
$359.50 per person, single occupancy
A $100 deposit with balance due November 12th.
The Transit Stop
New to Glendora is the Metro organized “On the Move Riders
Club” catering to older adults who are interested in learning about
the public transit system that spans our Southern California
region. Members can learn from peers who are well versed in our
transit system and know the ins and outs of getting around without a vehicle. Club activities are decided by members of the
group and can range from a city art tour to one-on-one training for
everyday outings like grocery shopping. The Club has groups
throughout LA County and is organized by Metro’s On the Move
Program Coordinator Lilly Ortiz.
For more information on how to join the Glendora chapter or
to find out if there’s a club in any other City you can contact Lily
Ortiz at 213.922.2299 or [email protected].
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Opera Talks at the
Glendora Public Library
The Glendora Public Library and the GPL Friends Foundation are
partnering with the LA Opera to present a series of “Opera Talks.” The
series is presented by the Speakers Bureau, LA Opera’s team of trained
volunteer experts. Each “Opera Talk” will be an insightful talk that will
address the history, literature, philosophy and fine arts within the context
of opera.
The first “Opera Talk” will be Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 11:00
am in the Friends Room. It will highlight the opera Norma by Vincenzo
Bellini. A clandestine love affair brings two mortal enemies together during a time of war. But when Norma discovers that her beloved now loves
another, a fiery new battle begins as betrayal, anguish and fury take the
reins.
The second “Opera Talk” will be Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 11:00
am in the Friends Room. It will highlight Madame Butterfly by Giacomo
Puccini. A love that knows no boundaries goes horribly wrong in a fateful meeting of East and West. What begins as an idyllic liaison in an
enchanting land of cherry blossoms turns into the wrenching tragedy of
an abandoned bride forced to make an excruciating decision. Puccini’s
cherished music expresses the heartbreak of a naive young woman who
commits herself to a man unworthy of her loyalty.
The third “Opera Talk” will be Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 11:00 am
in the Friends Room and will highlight the timeless classic La Bohème
by Giacomo Puccini. Fall in love again with an unforgettable blend of
riveting theater and achingly beautiful music as we follow the tale of six
impoverished young bohemians, surviving only on laughter and the
promise of love in romantic Paris.
The Glendora Library is located at 140 S. Glendora Avenue,
Glendora. For more information on these and other programs, contact the
Library at (626) 852-4891, visit www.glendoralibrary.org or
www.gplff.org . All events are free to the public.
Oct/Nov 2015
Library Events
Glendora Public Library has something for everyone!
Join the excitement by attending one of these events, proudly presented by the
Glendora Public Library and GPL Friends Foundation:
October 1-10 / Main Floor
Super 8-Day Sale: Come to the library and browse the sale tables for bargains on Craft &
Decorating books.
October 3 to November 14 / Children’s Room
In-N-Out Burger Cover to Cover Reading Program: for children ages 4 to 12. Children read five
books and receive a certificate for a hamburger or cheeseburger.
October 10, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm / Azusa City Library
Glendora READS! Tutor Training Workshop: Learn to be an Adult Literacy Tutor at this workshop, held at Azusa City Library. This workshop is held in partnership with other local
libraries. For questions or to register, call the Glendora Library Literacy Coordinator at
626/852-4897.
October 19-24 / Children’s Room
Halloween Craft Week: join us and have fun creating ‘Spooky’ crafts.
October 26, 27 & 28 10:30 am / Main Floor
Trick or Treat in the Library: Come to Storytime dressed in costume and go trick or treating in
the Library.
October 28, 5:30 pm / Friends Room
Novel Idea Book discussion group: All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
October 29, 6:00 pm / Bidwell Forum
Battle of the Books: A competition for teens as they ‘battle’ each other by answering questions
about three specific books they have read. Event is free. For more information, call the library
at (626) 852-4891 or visit www.glendoralibrary.org.
November 5-14 / Main Floor
Super 8-Day Sale: Come to the library and browse the sale tables for bargains on CDs & DVDs.
November 11 Library Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
November 14, 11:00 am / Friends Room
Opera Talks: An interactive presentation led by members of LA Opera's Speakers Bureau; this
is the first in a series about the history of opera and will feature Norma by Vincenzo Bellini.
November 16-21 / Children’s Room
Fall Craft Week: join us and have fun creating Fall crafts.
The 8th annual Battle of the Books will take place on Thursday,
October 29,2015 at 6:00 pm in the Bidwell Forum. Battle of the
Books is a trivia competition for teens in grades 6 to 12. The youth
have signed up in three-person teams to compete for the winning
title. Team members have been working together to prepare for the
variety of questions related to the following books: The London Eye
Mystery by Siobhan Dowd, Losing It by Erin Fry and Peak by
Roland Smith.
The Battle of the Books is free to the public and participants and
will be held in Bidwell Forum at the Glendora Public Library, 140 S.
Glendora Avenue. If you would like additional information on this
event, check our website at www.glendoralibrary.org or call (626)
852-4891.
Come cheer on your favorite team on October 29!
Use your smartphone to get
connected to the City’s website
Scan Me
November 19, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm / Children’s Room
Magic Tree House Book Party: Children in grades 1-4 will discover the world of the Magic Tree
House series by Mary Pope Osborne with games, books and lots of fun.
November 26 & 27 Library Closed for Thanksgiving
Homework Buddies, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm / Friends Room
Every Monday through Thursday
Students can get assistance with their homework; assistance provided by high school students
Youth Advisory Meetings / Friends Room
Teen Advisory Board: Library Advisory group for students in grade 5-7; meets every 2nd
Wednesday of every month, 4 pm – 5 pm
Young Adult Council: Library Advisory group for students in grade 8-12; meets every 2nd
Wednesday of every month, 6 pm – 7 pm in the Friends Room
Weekly Children’s Storytimes / Friends Room
Mondays at 10:30 am:
Infant & Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:30 am:
2-3 year old Storytime
Wednesdays at 10:30 am: 3-5 year old Storytime
Friends Book Loft / Plaza Level
Visit the Bookstore for great bargains on gently used books, magazines, DVDs, CDs and new
greeting cards.
Monday - Friday 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Unless otherwise noted, events are free to the public and will take place at the Glendora
Public Library, 140 South Glendora Avenue. For more information, call the Library at (626)
852-4891 or check out the web sites at www.glendoralibrary.org or www.gplff.org
Oct/Nov 2015
Looking to Lower High Utility Bills?
The City of Glendora, as a member of the San Gabriel
Valley Council of Government, presents two new community programs intended to assist residents and businesses
with energy efficiency. These programs are great available resources that aim to assist with the lowering of
monthly utility costs while supporting local economic
development.
Homeowners - The Energy Assessment Screening for Your
Home (EASY) program provides a free home assessment that will help you identify opportunities to reduce your energy usage and costs. With the home assessment, you’ll receive customized solutions and project recommendations, as well
as information on rebate and financing programs through local utility companies
like Southern California Edison (SCE) and Southern California Gas Company
(SCG).
Participation in the EASY home assessment is voluntary. EASY is a program
of the San Gabriel Valley Energy Wise Partnership, and home assessments will be
conducted by members of CivicSpark, a climate action based program of the
Local Government Commission.
To schedule your free EASY home assessment, visit sgvenergywise.org/EASY
Businesses - The Go Green San Gabriel Valley Business Challenge offers
assistance, public recognition and free marketing to energy efficient businesses in
the San Gabriel Valley. Earning recognition shows that your business has made a
commitment to the community and its future success- a commitment to going
above and beyond environmental standards.
This is a free program created by the San Gabriel Valley
Energy Wise Partnership that encourages businesses to be
leaders by implementing extra energy efficiency and
conservation practices.
Go green. Get noticed. Share your success with us and
apply today at sgvenergywise.org/GOGREENSGV
Glendora Report Page 7
Double Dose of Congratulations to
Glendora’s Donut Man!
The City of Glendora is pleased to offer a double
dose of “Congratulations!” to our very own world
famous Donut Man. In the past few months, the Donut
Man has received recognition from both “LA Weekly”
as the #1 Donut Shop in Los Angeles and the San
Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership (SGVEP) as honoree of the prestigious Chairman’s Award.
In July, “LA Weekly” announced the top ten donut
shops in Los Angeles as part of their Best of LA 2015
Readers’ Choice Award. Beating hundreds of other
donut shops, Glendora’s very own Donut Man received
the title of #1 Donut Shop in LA. This is not the first time the Donut Man has received
recognition from the press. The Donut Man has often been featured in “The Los
Angeles Times”, “Huffington Post”, “San Gabriel Valley Tribune”, L.A. Foodie, on
multiple television channels including KCET’s “Visiting with Huell Howser” and add
to those international media coverage. It’s no surprise that the Donut Man earned the
coveted title of #1 Donut Shop in Los Angeles.
Continuing the applause, on September 12, 2015 at the SGVEP Awards Gala, the
Donut Man received the Chairman’s Award. The SGVEP honors outstanding individuals and organizations in the San Gabriel Valley who are making a significant contribution to the quality of life and economic vitality of the region. The Donut Man certainly does its share as a destination location in the San Gabriel Valley. It’s not uncommon to encounter a line or find a group of tourists making a stop just to get a taste of
these unique and flavorful pastries.
The Donut Man was founded by Jim and his wife Miyoko Nakano in 1974. Jim
attributes the success to his commitment to using only the freshest and best ingredients
and providing great customer service. If you have not yet tried Donut Man, put it on
your list of things to do. Any time is a good time; the Donut Man is open 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week and nearly 365 days a year!
The Donut Man is located at 915 E. Route 66, Glendora CA
(626) 335-9111 • www.thedonutmanca.com
Sweet Victory For The Cake Mama’s!
On August 3rd, 2015 the Cake Mama’s claimed victory on the Food Network’s
Season 1 Cake Wars. Cake Wars aims to showcase the best cake bakers from around
the country and have them battle against each other for the grand prize of $10,000.
Janelle Copeland, founder and owner of The Cake Mama’s created the winning
Lego themed cake masterpiece featuring a rainbow sherbet interior.
This is the second time the Cake Mama’s has been declared a winner by the Food
Network. In 2012, the bakery won the popular Cupcake Wars. The City of Glendora
is proud to have this super star and offers its Congratulations!
The Cake Mama’s was established in 2009 in an effort to showcase baking and
artistic cake decorating talents. Amidst their popularity and high profile clients, the
Cake Mama’s places a focus on community involvement, philanthropic efforts and
of course creating mind-blowing cakes for any occasion. They also create cupcakes,
cake pops, cakes-in-a-jar, cookies or rice krispie treats personalized for any event.
The City of Glendora is honored to have such a unique and accomplished business within our community. The Cake Mama’s continue to demonstrate that with
hard work and perseverance a business can thrive and accomplish their goals. The
City of Glendora wishes The Cake Mama’s continued growth and success.
No need to wait for a special event or occasion, Cake Mama’s offers a variety of
flavors daily for your selection.
Visit the Cake Mama’s at
865 W. Route 66, Unit C, Glendora
Monday through Saturday • 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. • Closed Sunday
(626) 335-4999 • www.thecakemamas.com
Glendora Report Page 8
Oct/Nov 2015
Glendora Meeting Dates:
City Council Meeting
2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
City Hall, Council Chambers
BID Advisory Board Meeting
1st Thursday, 8:30 a.m.
City Hall, Council Chambers
Community Services Commission
3rd Thursday, 7 p.m.
City Hall, Council Chambers
Investment Advisory Committee Meeting
Meets Quarterly, call (626) 914-8210
City Hall, Council Chambers
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
3rd Monday, 7 p.m.
City Hall, Council Chambers
Planning Commission Meeting
1st Tuesday, 7 p.m.
City Hall, Council Chambers
Water Commission Meeting
Meets Quarterly, call (626) 852-4838
City Hall, Council Chambers
Credit Cards are accepted for payment at
City Hall, Library, Police Department and the
Community Services Department.
Stay informed about Colby Fire Restoration/Preparedness:
www.cityofglendora.org/colbyfire
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www.facebook.com/cityofglendora
Contact Information
Glendora City Council
Karen K. Davis, Mayor
Gene Murabito, Mayor Pro Tem
Gary Boyer, Council Member
Judy M. Nelson, Council Member
Mendell Thompson, Council Member
www.ci.glendora.ca.us
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