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Bike Rally to Showcase the Jewels of the City There are treasures located within the City of El Monte. Treasures that have been overlooked by most of the residents. It’s called the Emerald Necklace — an aptly named route of bike paths and greenways that still contain the natural beauty of its past that drew so many to the El Monte area. On May 16, the City of El Monte will sponsor a 16-mile bike ride and health fair along the Emerald Necklace loop. “There is this great biking infrastructure right here in El Monte. And almost no one in the general community knows about it, where it goes, where it starts, how to circumnavigate the city on it and how flat and easy a ride it really is,” said event director Matthew Weintraub. “This is a hidden gem in El Monte. Cycling is a great, healthy way to exercise and spend time with friends and family.” The ride, named A Tour of Two Rivers, kicks off at 9 a.m. from Pioneer Park near Santa Anita Avenue and Valley Boulevard. It heads north along the Rio Hondo bike path, through neighborhoods of north El Monte, back down the San Gabriel River, through Whittier Narrows - the "jewel" of the necklace - and back up the Rio Hondo to Pioneer Park. Along the way, riders will see natural river beds and confluences lined with trees and vegetation inhabited by myriad birds and wildlife. Weintraub, who is an avid cyclist teamed with El Monte Police Lt. Ken Alva and took the ride to see if the rally idea was right for El Monte. “It took a couple of tries to find the right route (after getting lost on our first venture), and we determined that with proper funding, this could be a great family fun event,” said Weintraub. Weintraub says that the city is targeting El Monte families, residents, business professionals and school age kids. “We have not blanketed the cycling community with emails and flyers. We want to keep this event local. To teach about this local bike path,” said Weintraub. Sponsors are expecting more than 500 to take part in the rally, which is why the cycling community hasn’t been targeted, said Weintraub. And the response has been tremendous not only from the community, who have signed up online, mailed in checks, and have stopped in City Hall, but from businesses who have stepped up to fund this event. It will take about two to two and a half hours to complete the trip but the timing depends on how often someone stops to admire the scenery or to take photos, said Weintraub. “It usually takes me about two hours, but I ride fast but stop often to see the sights. “Plus we have scheduled a shorter route, the Up-To-Six mile route for the little kids. This route is really just the first 3 miles, and then a return on the same path. Those who want to ride 2 miles just travel one mile, then turn around and return. And this will continue until the 3 mile mark, at the Peck Road crossing. That is really the “point of no return”, where once you cross Peck, you are committed to the entire 16 mile loop,” he said. Each rider pays $5 to take part in the rally and in return receives a Specialized commemorative cycling water bottle ($5 value), lunch (a $5 value), T-shirt ($6 value), and supervised and supported bike ride ($30 value). “So we want to encourage EL MONTE residents to participate in this event,” said Weintraub. For more information call 580-2001 or register online at: www.ci.elmonte.ca.us/bikerally CITY OF EL MONTE SENIOR SERVICESCITY OF EL MONTE SENIOR SERVICESDROUGHT AWARENESSEL MONTE RECREATION CITY OF EL MONTE ROCKIN WEDNESDAY JULY 8 pancake eating contest trinity church city of el monte proceeds go to el monte / s. el monte emergency resources associationpancake breakfast fundraiser

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Volunteer Now! Volunteers can help preserve El Monte history The first wagon train to use the Santa Fe Trail arrived in what became El Monte in 1849. The settlers found water and some decided to stay rather than head north to the gold fields. The streets of El Monte are named for those early pioneers like Peck, Durfee, and Garvey. The second wagon train came from Kentucky in 1851, and those settlers brought Lexington (Avenue) and other names into the mix. The building now used by the historical society has its own history. It was originally built as the city library in 1933, at the same time as the building that was the city hall, by the Works Projects Administration. In 1964, the library moved and the vacant building became the museum. The museum depicts area history through authentic period furniture, clothing, photos and lots of other items. There is also an early school room and Victorian parlor. There is even a Stanley Steamer, horseless carriage! Those vehicles ran on a steam engine, rather than gasoline or diesel. The Stanley Steamer was used in the Main Street parade on Disneyland's opening day, and there is a photo of Walt Disney with the car. The museum uses docents to guide visitors and school tours. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 1 to 3 p.m. Sundays. When volunteers first come, they act as receptionists. By reading, watching videos and following other volunteers, they learn the stories and facts to share with visitors. Volunteers must enjoy interacting with guests and feel comfortable sharing information with both adults and students. You do not need to be a resident of El Monte to be a docent here. You do need to be responsible and reliable about work hours and duties. If you are interested in volunteering some of your time, call Donna Crippen at (626) 444-3813. She was most generous in speaking with me about this opportunity. Additional information at www.ci.el-monte.ca.us. EL MONTE HISTORICAL MUSEUM 3150 Tyler Avenue El Monte, CA 91731 (626) 444-3813 or (626) 580-2232 Open: Tuesdays through Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sundays 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Closed: El Monte Historical Museum

 

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Text Box: From left, Michael Whitehead, President of the San Gabriel Valley Water Company and Rep. Judy Chu, D-El Monte hand over a turkey to Martha Hernandez of St. John the Baptist Church in Baldwin Park during the Congresswoman s turkey giveaway event on Monday, Nov. 23, in El Monte. (Photos courtesy of Fred Ortega, Congresswoman Judy Chu) "Operation Gobble Gobble" Rep. Judy Chu, D-CA32, continued former Rep. Hilda Solis's traditional Thanksgiving week turkey giveway Monday morning, Nov. 23, with "Operation Gobble," held at the San Gabriel Valley Water Company in El Monte. The Congresswoman and her staff, along with staff members from the San Gabriel Valley Water Company, handed out approximately 100 turkeys to 16 nonprofit groups from throught the San Gabriel Valley and the East Los Angeles area. The turkeys, which were donated by the water company, will be distributed to needy local families during the holidays. "We hope that these turkeys provide a decent holiday meal and brighten the lives of many of our neediest residents," said Rep. Chu during the event. From left, Michael Whitehead, President of the San Gabriel Valley Water Company and Rep. Judy Chu, D-El Monte hand over a turkey to Martha Hernandez of St. John the Baptist Church in Baldwin Park during the Congresswoman s turkey giveaway event on Monday, Nov. 23, in El Monte. (Photos courtesy of Fred Ortega, Congresswoman Judy Chu) From left, Michael Felix of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in El Monte, Michael Whitehead, President of the San Gabriel Valley Water Company and Rep. Judy Chu, D-El Monte during the Congresswoman’s turkey giveaway event on Monday, Nov. 23, in El Monte. (Photo courtesy of Fred Ortega, Congresswoman Judy Chu) From left, Michael Felix of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in El Monte, Michael Whitehead, President of the San Gabriel Valley Water Company and Rep. Judy Chu, D-El Monte during the Congresswoman’s turkey giveaway event on Monday, Nov. 23, in El Monte. (Photo courtesy of Fred Ortega, Congresswoman Judy Chu) Text Box: Assemblymember Eng Hosts Turkey Giveaway Mid Valley News Written by Administrator    Wednesday, 25 November 2009 09:34 Assemblymember Mike Eng in collaboration with the San Gabriel Valley Water and Cal American Water Companies, hosted the 49th Assembly District’s annual “Operation Gobble” turkey giveaway today. Over 300 turkeys were distributed to various charitable organizations that serve low-income families in the San Gabriel Valley at today’s event, which was held at the Our Saviour Center Kids Campus located in the City of El Monte.    “It is a great pleasure to work alongside the San Gabriel Valley Water and Cal American Water Companies again this year and continue the tradition of giving back to our communities,” Assemblymember Eng said. “I believe it is important to serve our neighbors and bring forth the spirit of generosity during the holiday season, especially in times of economic uncertainty.”    The organizations who received the donated turkeys this year include: Asian Youth Center, Boys and Girls Club of San Gabriel Valley, Boys and Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley, Church of Our Saviour Center, El Monte/South El Monte Emergency Resources Association, La Casa de San Gabriel and People for People. Assemblymember Eng Hosts Turkey Giveaway Mid Valley News Written by Administrator    Wednesday, 25 November 2009 09:34 Assemblymember Mike Eng in collaboration with the San Gabriel Valley Water and Cal American Water Companies, hosted the 49th Assembly District’s annual “Operation Gobble” turkey giveaway today. Over 300 turkeys were distributed to various charitable organizations that serve low-income families in the San Gabriel Valley at today’s event, which was held at the Our Saviour Center Kids Campus located in the City of El Monte.    “It is a great pleasure to work alongside the San Gabriel Valley Water and Cal American Water Companies again this year and continue the tradition of giving back to our communities,” Assemblymember Eng said. “I believe it is important to serve our neighbors and bring forth the spirit of generosity during the holiday season, especially in times of economic uncertainty.”    The organizations who received the donated turkeys this year include: Asian Youth Center, Boys and Girls Club of San Gabriel Valley, Boys and Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley, Church of Our Saviour Center, El Monte/South El Monte Emergency Resources Association, La Casa de San Gabriel and People for People.

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More Than 2,000 People Receive H1N1 Vaccine at El Monte Event Mid Valley News Written by Connie Keenan and Marian Last   Wednesday, 25 November 2009 09:39 They came with strollers and walkers, umbrellas and snacks some even brought chair in preparation for the long wait ahead, and almost all of them received what they came for: the H1N1 vaccine.    The County of Los Angeles Public Health and the City of El Monte successfully immunized 2,460 area residents at the H1N1 clinic held on November 17th, at the El Monte Community Center.    According to Community and Senior Services Manager Marian Last, only 60 individuals were turned away because of the limited supply available.     Thousands of people were screened, with pregnant women, children 6 months to adults under the age of 24, and caregivers under 64,who minded infants up to the age of 6 months. These were the designated priority groups.     There are reasons why people 65 and older are not included in the groups recommended to get the initial doses of 2009 H1N1 vaccine.      Studies of who is most likely to be infected with 2009 H1N1 show that people 65 and older are the least likely to get sick with this virus.  More Than 2,000 People Receive H1N1 Vaccine at El Monte Event Mid Valley News Written by Connie Keenan and Marian Last   Wednesday, 25 November 2009 09:39 They came with strollers and walkers, umbrellas and snacks some even brought chair in preparation for the long wait ahead, and almost all of them received what they came for: the H1N1 vaccine.    The County of Los Angeles Public Health and the City of El Monte successfully immunized 2,460 area residents at the H1N1 clinic held on November 17th, at the El Monte Community Center.    According to Community and Senior Services Manager Marian Last, only 60 individuals were turned away because of the limited supply available.     Thousands of people were screened, with pregnant women, children 6 months to adults under the age of 24, and caregivers under 64,who minded infants up to the age of 6 months. These were the designated priority groups.     There are reasons why people 65 and older are not included in the groups recommended to get the initial doses of 2009 H1N1 vaccine.      Studies of who is most likely to be infected with 2009 H1N1 show that people 65 and older are the least likely to get sick with this virus. 

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The commission shall also be tasked with promoting public and private undertakings aimed at reducing homelessness with in the City of El Monte and alleviating the underlying social economic causes of homelessness.

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Community gathers in El Monte to celebrate the life of Agustin Roberto “Bobby” Salcedo, an innocent victim in Mexico’s ongoing violent drug war. From his time as a teacher and athletic coach at South El Monte High School, to being his old high school teachers’ boss while serving as an assistant principal at Mountain View High, to his final days as an El Monte High assistant principal, Salcedo’s death is being felt throughout the El Monte education community. Salcedo’s recent re-election to the El Monte City School District Board, which oversees the city’s 17 elementary schools. The 33-year-old educator was fatally shot December 30 while visiting his in-laws in Mexico. Photo Gallery: Vigil For El Monte School Board Member Bobby is the first U.S. elected official to be killed in the ongoing violence in Mexico between drug cartels and federal troops. This has led to a public call for action by several local elected officials. State Sen. Gil Cedillo stated on the Senate floor on Monday that Salcedo was the first American elected official killed in Mexico’s war on drugs. “He should be the last,” Cedillo said. Sen. Gloria Romero (D-Los Angeles) asked the Senate to adjourn in Salcedo’s memory. She called on the U.S. and Mexican governments to bring his killers to justice, saying the murder brought Mexico’s organized-crime violence “home to us.” Assemblyman Mike Eng (D-Monterey Park) said at the vigil that Salcedo’s death should be heard all the way to the halls of the highest chambers in Washington D.C. The family has established a memorial fund - the Bobby Salcedo Foundation - and is accepting donations in lieu of flowers. The money will be used for college scholarships and other tools to allow students to attend college, Carlos Salcedo said. Donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 4218, El Monte, CA 91734 Checks should be made payable to the Bobby Salcedo Memorial Foundation www.bobbysalcedomemorialfoundation.com Speaking Thursday at the funeral Mass of Bobby Salcedo, Cardinal Roger Mahony urged the city's elected leaders to make the city drug free as a tribute to the slain educator and it is the United States' insatiable desire for illegal drugs that fuels a violent conflict in Mexico. He told elected leaders that the city and the San Gabriel Valley could honor Salcedo by working to eliminate illegal drug abuse in the community. "The cost of drugs isn't what you pay for them, it is the lives, like Bobby's, that are lost," El Monte Mayor Andre Quintero said, paraphrasing the message. "As a country we need to do more to reduce consumption."

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El Monte mayor-elect heads to Harvard for seminar Posted: 11/17/2009 Andre Quintero, who residents elected mayor earlier this month, is headed to Harvard today with the hopes of gaining insight on how to improve the city. Quintero is one of 20 new mayors from around the country selected to attend a three-day seminar on leadership at Harvard University's Institute of Politics in the Kennedy School of Government.   Academics, policy experts and current and former mayors will provide information and insight to the new mayors, all from large cities. The seminar is offered every two years. "I'm hoping to get as much information as I can from experienced mayors from all over the country, whether it's how to manage through this economic crisis we are in, just being able to manage a city government, or how best to approach a variety of issues," Quintero said.   Attendance at the conference, which is by invite only, is paid for by the Institute of Politics. No public funds are being used, Quintero said.   El Monte Council Sworn Into Office Written by Gabby De La Cruz    Wednesday, 09 December 2009 09:41 Mid-Valley News   El Monte's new City Council Members were officially sworn into office on Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., during the ceremonial portion of the City Council meeting. Members of the Council had the opportunity to be sworn in by the person of their choice. Those taking office included Andre Quintero, who began his first term as the City of El Monte Mayor, Norma Macias, who is taking the city council seat of Art Barrios, and Juventino "J" Gomez, who will return to his council seat.  Council members Emily Ishigaki and Patricia Wallach, neither of whom were up for election, fill in the rest of the city council seats. City Clerk Lorene Gutierrez and City Treasurer Henry Velasco will also return to their posts. Following the induction of new members, the Mayor and Council, by majority vote, elected Patricia Wallach to serve as Mayor Pro Tem for a two-year term. She will serve in the Mayor's absence until a successor is elected. The swearing-in ceremony took place in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. Andre Quintero, before being elected Mayor of the City of El Monte, served two terms as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Rio Hondo Community College District.   Quintero currently works for the City Attorney of Los Angeles as a Deputy City Attorney in the Criminal Branch.  He previously worked in a law firm that specialized in municipal and education law.  He also clerked in the General Counsel's Office of the Los Angeles Community College District. Quintero grew up and attended schools in El Monte, Monterey Park and Rosemead before attending U.C. River-side and UCLA Law School.  He is the eldest son of immigrant parents, Gustavo and Marlene Quintero.  He is married to Deborah Murguia and is father to Emma Olivia Quintero. Juventino "J" Gomez, who has been elected to a four-year term on the El Monte City Council, continues to serve as a Senior Deputy to Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich; a post he has held since 1998. Gomez began his county career in 1972 with the County Department of Human Resources, where he worked for 26 years. "J" serves as an Executive Board Member of the Independent Cities Association, and the Vice-Chair of the Watershed Conservation Authority.  He is an active member in numerous community activities, for which he has won multiple awards, and is the founder and president of four charitable foundations; the Cypress Park Chamber of Commerce, CLEVER, the Cypress Park Cinco de Mayo Parade and  the Hispanic Festivity Committee at the LAC/USC Medical Center. He was born in Los Angeles, CA, and is a Disabled American Veteran who served in the United States Army. Norma Macias currently works as a Project Manager for the City of South El Monte. For the past four years, Norma has also been a member of El Monte's Planning Commission. Norma was born and raised in El Monte, attending El Monte's Arroyo High School. She also has a master's degreenEW EL MONTE OFFICIALSBOBBY SALCEDO ANDRE QUINTERO NORMA MACIAS 'J' GOMEZNORMA MACIAS ANDRE QUINTERO NORMA MACIAS "J" GOMEZMAYOR ANDRE QUINTEROCOUNCILMEMBER "J" GOMEZCOUNCILMEMBER NORMA MACIAS

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