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HIGH WIND WATCH

We received notification from the Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management that the National Weather Service (NWS) indicates there is a high wind

watch in effect with strong Santa Ana winds possible starting Friday evening through Saturday afternoon. The strongest winds are expected to develop across the

mountains of Ventura and Los Angeles counties including the Santa Monica Mountains with Northeasterly wind gusts possibly between 60 and 70 mph across these

areas.

  • Northeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts to 60 mph are possible.
  • The northeasterly winds will increase sharply Friday evening and continue through Saturday afternoon before diminishing.
  • Strong winds will make driving difficult especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. The strong winds could knock down trees and power lines.

A high wind watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained winds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or stronger may occur. For

additional information please refer to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Weather Service website at:
http://www.nws.gov/.

The Office of Emergency Management Duty Officer will continue to monitor the latest forecasts and wind activity.

 

 

textEye on San Gabriel

Week of January 30, 2012

 

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Turn to www.sangabrielcity.com for the latest information on city government. 

CENTENNIAL CORNER

 

Centennial Committee announces official logo

 

The San Gabriel Centennial Committee has announced the unveiling of the official Centennial logo for next year’s Centennial Celebration.

 

The contemporary image features a stylized, reverse-print rendition of the Mission Playhouse façade and the Mission District’s palm trees against a backdrop that spells out “100,” marking the hundredth anniversary of the City’s incorporation on April 24, 1913. 

 

Over the next year, the Centennial logo will be rolled out in a variety of publications as San Gabriel readies itself for a blowout celebration starting next January 1.  Fundraising is now underway for an ambitious celebration that includes a proposed float in the 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade. 

 

For more information about how you can participate, or to donate, contact the City Manager’s office at 626.308.2805, or click on the Centennial webpage at http://www.sangabrielcity.com/contact/centennial.shtml.

 

 

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Join us for 'community conversation' on January 25 at CHEC

In the San Gabriel tradition, we’re inviting the community to an informal town hall meeting on January 25 at the San Gabriel Valley Medical Center’s Community Health Education Center (CHEC).  Come meet your elected officials, and join representatives of the City Council and San Gabriel Unified School District for conversation and refreshments.

This event, first in a series proposed by Council Member John Harrington with the support of the Council, will feature Mayor David Gutierrez and Council Member John Harrington.  They will be joined by School Board President Andrew Ammon and Board Member John Eccleston.  Participants will be able to:

 

  • Enjoy refreshments
  • See exhibits of current projects in San Gabriel
  • See examples of student projects from our schools
  • Come meet your elected representatives
  • Come ask questions about your neighborhood, your city, your schools, and your government

The meeting will be held Wednesday, January 25, 2012, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., at the San Gabriel Valley Medical Center CHEC Building, 261 Junipero Serra Drive, San Gabriel (Corner of Broadway & Junipero Serra).  For more information, please contact Administration at 626.308.2805.   Click here to see flyer is attached.

 

 

Alameda Corridor East board elects Gutierrez chairman

 

Mayor David R. Gutierrez has been elected Chairman of the Alameda Corridor East-Gateway to America Construction Authority. 

 

The Authority is responsible for construction of the more than $1.6 billion ACE project, including the depressed ‘San Gabriel Trench,’ a project of more than $450 million.  Construction on the San Gabriel trench, the single most complex component of the long-awaited project, is nearing its start as preliminary work is done to prepare for the start of construction later this year.

 

 

 

WINDSTORM UPDATE

Public Utilities Commission sets hearing to discuss power outages following December windstorm

 

The CPUC has scheduled a public hearing to hear public testimony regarding windstorm-fueled power outages which occurred in November and early December 2011.  This meeting is being held:

 

Thursday, January 26, 2012
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Temple City High School – Performance Hall
9501 Lemon Avenue, Temple City, CA 91780

 

The severe wind conditions resulted in downed trees and power lines, loss of electric service, road debris, and other safety-related problems in some parts of Southern California Edison (SCE)’s service territory.  A CPUC Administrative Law Judge and Commissioners will be present to hear your comments and experiences resulting from Southern California Edison’s response to the storm.  Although a quorum of Commissioners may be present, no official business will be conducted.

 

Edison will have customer service representatives at the PPH to assist customers with questions and claims related to damages allegedly caused by SCE related to the wind storm power outages.  The Commission’s Public Advisor will be present to provide information about the CPUC and how to participate in CPUC proceedings.  The Consumer Affairs Branch of the Commission will be present to assist customers who want to file an informal complaint on any matter pertaining to the wind storm.

 

If you need special accommodations, such as sign language interpreters or foreign language interpreters, please contact the Commission at 415.703.2074, toll free at 800.849.8390, TTY toll free at 866.836.7825, or regular TTY at 415.703.5282 at least 3 business days prior to the meeting.

 

NEWS FROM SAN GABRIEL CITY HALL

 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

 

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Metro, the region’s transportation agency, is preparing an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to analyze alternatives for improving I-710 and bridging the gap between the 210 and the 10 freeways.  At the Technical Advisory Committee on January 18th, Metro made the case for moving forward.  The first phase of the EIR will identify alternatives including roads and tunnels, improvements to mass transit, and reducing automobile demand.   San Gabriel has been a supporter of completing the freeway connection for two decades.

 

For additional information contact Planning Manager Carol Barrett at 626.308.2806, ext. 4624 or cbarrett@sgch.org.
 

PARKS AND RECREATION

Lunar New Year celebrates Year of the Dragon

  

The 21st annual San Gabriel-Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival, celebrating the Year of the Dragon, is scheduled for Saturday, February 4, 2012.  

Event organizers have decided not to hold a parade again this year, but the street festival, booths and activities for all ages will remain important parts of this year’s festivities.

As has been our tradition for many years, the City of San Gabriel booth will be open from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and will again have a wide variety of displays and information.  The booth will be located on Valley Boulevard at Almansor Street, in front of the Bank of America building.  

For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 626.308.2875.

 

Garvey School Board approves key agreement for

Marshall School neighborhood park project

 

Good news, reports Parks and Recreation Director Rebecca Perez:  At its meeting last Thursday, the Garvey School Board approved the First Amended & Restated Agreement facilitating development of the proposed Marshall Community Park.   

 

The item, on the Board’s consent agenda, was unanimously approved.  The park agreement will now go before the San Gabriel City Council for action at its Feb. 7 meeting, meeting a critical deadline for submittal of key documents to the State.  Thanks to District and City personnel for their support. 

 

For information about this exciting project, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 626.308.2875, or point your browser to http://www.sangabrielcity.com/cityservices/parksandrec/index.shtml.

 

 

 

 

 

MISSION PLAYHOUSE

 

Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber coming to San Gabriel

 

If you’re not sure what to do to celebrate Valentine’s with a love one or are just looking to experience an amazing concert of one of the greatest musical composers of all time, then the San Gabriel Valley Music Theatre has a delicious musical treat for you February 4.

 

The San Gabriel Valley Music Theatre will present The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, a concert of love, starring top musical theatre talent, accompanied by a classic symphony conducted by Richard Allen.  Guests will enjoy the fantastic music of master composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, including songs from such Broadway hits as The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Evita, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat performed at the elegant Cleaver Hall in San Gabriel. The evening will include a post show reception with the Stars of the show.  For more ticket information, please call 626.282.1440 or email the box office at sgvmtboxoffice@earthlink.net.

 

SGVMT recently produced the beautiful, hit musical “Flower Drum Song” in September at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse along with “Guys and Dolls”, and “Swingin and Croonin” starring the sons of legends Louis Prima and Dean Martin in 2011.  Formed in 2004, the San Gabriel Valley Music Theatre’s mission is to preserve and present Broadway musicals in the San Gabriel Valley and has presented a broad range of high quality musical events at affordable prices.

 

BRIEFLY NOTED

 

  • The Southern California Gas Company has issued a notice warning customers about a potential payment scam.  No reports of this fraudulent activity have been reported in Southern California, but on the East Coast, reports of individuals misrepresenting themselves as utility employees are contacting customers and threatening to turn off service if payment is not made that day by a pre-paid credit card.  Victims are directed to a third party where the card information is obtained and the cash value is removed from the card.  SoCalGas does not proactively contact customers to ask for credit information over the phone.  Past due notices are provided in writing before service is shut-off for non-payment.  To report similar activity you may have experienced, contact SoCalGas at 800.427.2200 or local authorities to file a report.  News release issued by SoCalGas is attached to this newsletter. 
  • The Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension has issued a construction notice regarding the I-210 Bridge project.  During January 22 – February 4, 2012, there may be occasional lane closures during the hours of 10 p.m. and end by 1:00 p.m. the following day.  For all the details, see the notice attached to this newsletter. 
  • The YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley will be hosting an awards dinner & fundraiser celebrating its 100th Anniversary on Friday, February 17 at the Almansor Court.  This year, City of San Gabriel is one of the honorees along with Cities of Alhambra, El Monte, Monterey Park, Rosemead, and Dr. Matthew Lin.  For all the details, click here to see the invitation and click here for the rsvp form.
  • The San Gabriel Gabriel Chamber of Commerce will hold the next Free Power Networking Breakfast at the San Gabriel Country Club, located at 350 Hermosa Drive, on Friday, January 27, 2012 from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.  You must make your reservation by calling the Chamber office at 626.576.2525 or email rosco_sandy@yahoo.com.

 


COUNCIL CALENDAR

 

  • Tuesday, February 7, 2012 - 3:30 p.m. YIG Mock Meeting, 5:00 p.m. Business Friendly Action Plan Study Session, 7:30 p.m. City Council Meeting, City Hall, Council Chambers
  • Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - 5:00 p.m. Police & Public Works Facilities Study Session, 7:30 p.m. City Council Meeting, City Hall, Council Chambers
  • Tuesday, March 6, 2012 - Rescheduled to Tuesday, March 13, 2012
  • Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 5:00 p.m. Athens Service-AB939 Solid Waste/Recycling Update Study Session, 6:00 p.m. First Year Review of H.R. Consolidation, 7:30 p.m. City Council Meeting, City Hall, Council Chambers

 

COMING UP:  AT THE COMMISSIONS 

 

  • Monday, January 30, 2012 – 6:30 p.m. Planning Commission, City Hall, Council Chambers
  • Monday, February 6, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. Parks & Recreation Commission, City Hall, Council Chambers
  • Monday, February 13, 2012 - 6:30 p.m. Planning Commission, City Hall, Council Chambers
  • Monday, February 27, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. Design Review Commission, City Hall, Conference Room A

                

 

 

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