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Library (1990-1999)

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1. Minutes of the Arcadia City Council meeting held jointly with the Library Board of Trustees for a "Library Tour," January 16, 1992. 2. Minutes of the Arcadia City Council meeting and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Adjourned Regular Meeting (Library Expansion Project), June 2, 1992. The en…
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1. Minutes of the Arcadia City Council meeting held jointly with the Library Board of Trustees for a "Library Tour," January 16, 1992.
2. Minutes of the Arcadia City Council meeting and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Adjourned Regular Meeting (Library Expansion Project), June 2, 1992. The entire meeting was the presentation of the Library Expansion Concept Plan.
3. Map showing the layout before expansion/remodel of library (prior to remodeling construction).
4. Excerpt of the Arcadia City Council meeting regarding Library Construction (C.I.P Modification for Funding), September 7, 1993. Approved.
5. Excerpt of the Arcadia City Council meeting regarding Project/Construction Management Firm for Library Expansion Project (Construction Management Resources), December 21, 1993. Approved.
6. Minutes of the Arcadia City Council meeting and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Adjourned Regular Meeting (Work Session) regarding the Library Expansion Project, January 11, 1994.
7. "Update" from the Friends of the Arcadia Library regarding the remodeling and expanding of the Library, April 1995.
8. Invitation to the groundbreaking ceremony and information card from the Arcadia City Council to welcome participants at the groundbreaking ceremony June 19, 1995 for the Library Expansion/Renovation Project. One copy of invitation, four copies of information card.
9. Dial-in access to computer catalog offered beginning in August 1995. "Dial Access Computer Catalog." Information brochure August 1995.
10. Memo to staff from Jackie Faust-Moreno regarding the Library Dial-up Catalog with copy of "Dial-up Catalog: User's Guide" attached, July 6, 1995.
11. Arcadia Public Library Policy Manual. Adopted 1974; Revised 1975, 1984, 1992.
12. "Library renovation update." Sierra Madre News, January 11, 1996.
13. Invitation from the Arcadia City Council to the Dedication Ceremony for the Library Expansion/Renovation Project, November 18, 1996.
14. "Library Store Grand Opening." Arcadia Weekly, October 31, 1996, page 1.
15. Map of the new Arcadia Public Library, November 1996.
16. "City of Arcadia - Arcadia Public Library Dial Access Computer Catalog." Brochure, 1996. Two copies.
17. "Arcadia Public Library." Brochure listing services, 1996. Two copies.
18. "Arcadia Public Library - Connecting People with Information." Flyer listing events for the opening week, November 16-22, 1996. Two copies.
19. Dedication Ceremony program showing the "Arcadia Public Library Week" proclamation of Mayor Barbara D. Kuhn and the listing of special events, November 18, 1996. Two copies.
20. Program for "An evening with Gloria Horstman" book reviews, November 19, 1996. Two copies.
21. Library room honors former hospital chaplain (Paul Johenk)." Arcadia Weekly, December 5, 1996, page 7.
22. Program for Puppet Theater Presentation Ceremony, Jerry Broadwell Children's Room, 1997.
23. "Arcadia Public Library" Brochure, 1990.
24. Laser color copy of artist's rendering of proposed Library remodel/renovation, 1995.
25. Program for Arbor Day Celebration at Arcadia Public Library, March 7, 1997.
26. First floor plan for Library Expansion/Renovation Project, May 22, 1995.
27. Mayor's Proclamation regarding Library Week, November 16-22, 1996.
28. "31-year-old Arcadia Library will get $3.5 million facelift." Temple City/Arcadia/Sierra Madre Highlander, April 1, 1993, page 1.
29. Sign announcing Friday closures effective December 26, 1997.
30. Memo from Kent Ross to City Council regarding Sunday hours for the Library. May 1996.
31. Sketch of proposed library remodel. This sketch was not chosen. c. 1994
32. Memo from Kent Ross to City Council regarding costs for reopening the Library on Fridays and opening one-half day on Sundays. June 1998.
33. City Manager Staff Report to City Council regarding Library Foundation's effort to raise funds via City water bills. July 1998.
34. Web page for "Library Reopening," Nov. 16-22, 1996. Week-long celebration to commemorate the completion of the remodel/renovation of the library. 1 computer disc and paper copy.
35. Correspondence to Robert Saddoris from Kent Ross, City Librarian, thanking Mr. Saddoris for his restoration of the model of the Mayflower. September 28, 1998.
36. Correspondence to Gino Roncelli from Kent Ross, City Librarian, thanking Mr. Roncelli for providing the plastic cover for the Library's model of the Mayflower. September 29, 1998.
37. Info. from the Arcadia Public Library Foundation board meeting on the cable television show called "Connie Martinson Talks Books" which will broadcast live from the Library following the dedication ceremonies scheduled for November 18, 1996. For almost a year Ms. Martinson has interviewed authors and asked them to autograph a copy of their book in honor of the Arcadia Library. A list of the books donated to the library is included.
38. Arcadia Public Library Policy Manual. Adopted 1974; Latest revision 1994.
39. "First Tuesday Tour" flyer. Behind the scenes library tour started in October, 1999.
40. Example of library card used during the 1990s after started barcoding. Replaced in 2003 with a new card having the peacock logo.
41. "Library to get welcomed face lift." Hometown Arcadia, Duarte, Monrovia, Sierra Madre, June 29, 1995. p. H1
42. Flyer for "Free Internet Service at the Arcadia Public Library" beginning May 4, 1998.
43. City of Arcadia Library Expansion and Remodel Project, project fact sheet, includes project scope, construction cost, schedule, description.
44. Bookmark contest winning entries from each grade from all Arcadia elementary schools. Grand reopening in 1996, after remodeling.
45. Flyer from Bookfest '96 (storytime, fun activities for children). November 16, 1996, the grand re-opening of the Jerry Broadwell Children's Room after the remodeling.
46. "Thanks for the memories!" quotes from patrons that finished the line, "My favorite memory of the Arcadia Public Library is..." Selected quotes were used in a memory book commemorating the library's grand re-opening, after the remodeling.
47. Arcadia Library to apply for matching funds from California State Library for construction of a new building. Librarian Kent Ross said the 30-year-old library at 20 West Duarte Road is obsolete. Source unknown. c. 1991 or 1992.
48. Over 100 years of Arcadia history at your fingertips. Arcadia History Collection of the Arcadia Public Library brochure, circa 1990s.
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Library (1990-1999)
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137AF
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Maps (1990-1999)

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All items are street maps unless otherwise noted. 1. 1990-1991 2. 1992-1993 3.1994-1995 4. 1995-1996 5. 1996-1997 6. 1999 7. Thomas Bros. Maps Los Angeles and Orange Counties fold-out map, showing freeway system, copyright 1997.
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All items are street maps unless otherwise noted.
1. 1990-1991
2. 1992-1993
3.1994-1995
4. 1995-1996
5. 1996-1997
6. 1999
7. Thomas Bros. Maps Los Angeles and Orange Counties fold-out map, showing freeway system, copyright 1997.
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Maps (1990-1999)
Item ID
151AF
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City Council (1990-1999)

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1. Memo from Alex D. McIntyre, Assistant to the City Manager, to the Mayor and Members of the City Council regarding Cablecast of City Council meetings. 2. Letter from Charles E. Gilb to the City Council thanking them for their support over his 16 years of service, April 10, 1992. 3. Invitation …
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1. Memo from Alex D. McIntyre, Assistant to the City Manager, to the Mayor and Members of the City Council regarding Cablecast of City Council meetings.
2. Letter from Charles E. Gilb to the City Council thanking them for their support over his 16 years of service, April 10, 1992.
3. Invitation to 18th annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, April 17, 1992. Charles E. Gilb, Mayor.
4. Invitation from the Gilb Family and the Young Family to a reception, April 21, 1992, to honor and thank Mary Young and Charles Gilb for their years of service.
5. Program from 18th annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, April 17, 1992.
6. Program from annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, April 1, 1994.
7. "Sheng Cheng, Councilman of the City of Arcadia, looks back at 1995 - his four accomplishments and his four wishes for the new year." Chinese Daily News, December 27, 1995.
8. Annual Prayer Breakfast invitation from Mary B. Young, Mayor, April 14, 1995.
9. Annual Prayer Breakfast invitation from Charles E. Gilb, Mayor, April 17, 1992.
10. Annual Prayer Breakfast program. George Fasching, Mayor, April 14, 1995.
11. Annual Prayer Breakfast program. Dennis A. Lojeski, Mayor, March 29, 1996.
12. Memo from Dr. Sheng Chang, Mayor Pro Tem to William R. Kelly, Acting City Manager regarding Chinese Language Class available free of charge to city employees, May 24, 1994.
13. Mayor's Annual Prayer Breakfast invitation from Mayor Barbara Kuhn, March 28, 1997.
14. City of Arcadia Fire Suppression District ballot information pamphlet, June 1997.
15. Program from Mayor's Twenty-fifth Annual Prayer Breakfast, Gary A. Kovacic, Mayor. April 2, 1999.
16. Invitation to the City of Arcadia's 1998 "State of the City" address presented by Mayor Robert Harbicht.
17. Photos of City Manager and City Council members from the Arcadia City Directory, 1996-1997 and 1997-1998.
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City Council (1990-1999)
Item ID
57AF
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Arcadia (City) History (1990-1999)

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1. "Arcadia, a historical tribute - 1903-1993." Brochure to solicit paid advertisements for a publication about Arcadia history which would have been mailed to all Arcadia households. Publisher pulled out of the project and the magazine was never produced. This was not a City-sponsored venture. …
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1. "Arcadia, a historical tribute - 1903-1993." Brochure to solicit paid advertisements for a publication about Arcadia history which would have been mailed to all Arcadia households. Publisher pulled out of the project and the magazine was never produced. This was not a City-sponsored venture.
2. "A community picnic celebrating the 90th anniversaries of Methodist Hospital and the City of Arcadia." Invitation and program, July 18, 1993.
3. "Seventh annual intercultural evening." Program, November 17, 1993. Sponsored by the Arcadia Unified School District and the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce.
4. "January 1995 Arcadia Senior Services lunch menu." A beginning of a new program for seniors at the Arcadia Community Center.
5. "Welcome to the City of Arcadia." A resident's guide to city information, programs and services, 1994.
6. "Adopt-a-park Program." Pamphlet from the City of Arcadia.
7. Memo from City Manager William R. Kelly to All City Employees with the results of the 1995 Citizen Satisfaction Survey, October 20, 1995.
8. "Welcome to the City of Arcadia." A resident's guide to city information, programs and services, 1997.
9. Dedication Ceremony brochure for the Arcadia Community Center, July 19, 1991.
10. Letter dated February 8, 1996 announcing an open forum to discuss ways to increase City revenues without raising taxes and fees.
11. History of officials of the City of Arcadia 1903-1998.
12. Alternative Assessment Report prepared for City of Arcadia by LSA. dated July 18, 1995.
13. Folder of information about City of Arcadia, distributed 1998.
14. Development Services Department Staff Report to City Council recommending approval of the concept of a weekly "Farmer's Market" in downtown Arcadia. April 1, 1997
15. City Manager Staff Report to City Council recommending adoption of City's mission statement and updated goals. January 20, 1998.
16. "Status report on the city of Arcadia's preparation for Y2K." Staff report, Office of the City Manager. May 4, 1999.
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Arcadia (City) History (1990-1999)
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123AF
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library

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Newspaper articles, scrapbook, photograph, pamphlets.
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Newspaper articles, scrapbook, photograph, pamphlets.
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library
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Basement
Box Number
Box 007
Shelf Number
Shelf H3
Item ID
450AF
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library

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"Boswell the Bookworm" Bookplate original artwork and copyright. 1963 Newspaper Clippings 1989 - 1993
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"Boswell the Bookworm" Bookplate original artwork and copyright. 1963 Newspaper Clippings 1989 - 1993
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 007A
Shelf Number
Shelf H3
Item ID
451AF
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library

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Silent Auction Records, 1984 - 2005
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Silent Auction Records, 1984 - 2005
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library
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Basement
Box Number
Box 007B
Shelf Number
Shelf H3
Item ID
452AF
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library

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Scrapbook, 1964-1971
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Scrapbook, 1964-1971
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library
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Basement
Box Number
Box 028
Shelf Number
Shelf H10
Item ID
477AF
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library

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Scrapbook, 1956-1964 Scrapbook, 1972-1976
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Scrapbook, 1956-1964 Scrapbook, 1972-1976
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 029
Shelf Number
Shelf H10
Item ID
478AF
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library

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Scrapbook, 1976-1985 Scrapbook, "Twice Told Tales," 10/6/61
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Scrapbook, 1976-1985 Scrapbook, "Twice Told Tales," 10/6/61
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Arcadia Public Library. Friends of the Arcadia Public Library
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 030
Shelf Number
Shelf H11
Item ID
479AF
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Arcadia Public Library Publicity

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Arcadia Public Library publicity, May 2002-December 2005. From the office of Carolyn Garner-Reagan
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Arcadia Public Library publicity, May 2002-December 2005. From the office of Carolyn Garner-Reagan
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Arcadia Public Library Publicity
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 104
Shelf Number
Shelf H23
Item ID
412AF
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Arcadia Public Library Publicity

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Arcadia Public Library publicity, January 2006-2017.
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Arcadia Public Library publicity, January 2006-2017.
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Arcadia Public Library Publicity
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 105
Shelf Number
Shelf H23
Item ID
413AF
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Arcadia Public Library Publicity

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Arcadia Public Library publicity from Library Manager's office, (2018-2019)
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Arcadia Public Library publicity from Library Manager's office, (2018-2019)
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Arcadia Public Library Publicity
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 105A
Shelf Number
Shelf H23
Item ID
414AF
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Public Buildings

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1. "City Hall to be on First Avenue." Arcadia Journal, November 24, 1917. Black xerox. 2. "Arcadia invites city to festival." Arcadia Journal, July 13, 1918. Black xerox. 3. Council orders bond vote for Arcadia Civic Center." Pasadena Star News, October 10, 1927. Black xerox. 4. "Ex-City Hall build…
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1. "City Hall to be on First Avenue." Arcadia Journal, November 24, 1917. Black xerox.
2. "Arcadia invites city to festival." Arcadia Journal, July 13, 1918. Black xerox.
3. Council orders bond vote for Arcadia Civic Center." Pasadena Star News, October 10, 1927. Black xerox.
4. "Ex-City Hall building to be replaced." Arcadia Tribune, January 29, 1936. Black xerox. (Al's Garage - City Hall in 1914.)
5. "West Arcadians suggest new site for City Hall." Arcadia Bulletin, December 13, 1943.
6. "Arcadia's first City Hall." Los Angeles Times, September 3, 1947.
7. "Just a shell." Arcadia Tribune, January 7, 1950. Black xerox with photo.
8. "A thrifty move." Arcadia Tribune, circa 1950. Photo and caption.
9. "Present site - second City Hall." Daily News Post. January 30, 1962. Photo.
10. "City Council has expressed interest." Arcadia Tribune, November 15, 1962.
11. "Old jailhouse faces destruction." Arcadia News Post, July 28, 1966.
12. "Dave Lundberg's research." Arcadia Tribune, May 11, 1967.
13. "Arcadia's new service facility officially dedicated." Daily News Post, February 4, 1967.
14. "Fate of Arcadia's first jail." Daily News Post, September 17, 1970.
15. "Present site - second City Hall." Photo and caption, March 26, 1949.
16. Dedication of new City Hall - Formal invitation, March 26, 1949.
17. "First wheels, then ponies." Daily News Post, January 30, 1962.
18. "First City Hall." Daily News Post, January 30, 1962. Photo and caption.
19. "The Arcadia City Hall." Photo, undated news clipping. City Hall at First Avenue and Huntington Drive.
20. "Roulette wheels spinned, jiggers clinked as City affairs conducted." Arcadia Tribune, January 22, 1978.
21. "Tile mosaics at City Hall." Pasadena Star News, January 28, 1958. Note lists designer as Jay Rivkin.
22. "Visitors at new City Hall." Arcadia Journal, July 13, 1918. Black xerox.
23. "Dedication of City Hall July 13." Arcadia Journal, July 6, 1918. Black xerox.
24. "Throng at City Hall dedication." Arcadia Journal, July 20, 1918. Black xerox.
25. Staff report from Jason Kruckeberg to Mayor and City Council, February 7, 2012 re: Study Sessioin--new City Hall cost and financing update, with drawings.
26. Police station artwork likely will be reduced to rubble. "Blind Justice," a glazed tile mosaic next to the front entrance of the Arcadia Police Department, will likely be torn down. The mosaic was created by artist Jay Rivkin in 1958. Pasadena Star News, June 16, 2003.
27. Arcadia City Hall tile murals restored. Tile murals depict the history of Arcadia, were created by artist Jay Rivkin in 1958. From Arcadiasbest.com, October 23, 2013, retrieved 10/23/2013.
28. Mayor Mickey Segal's speech from the Arcadia City Hall mural dedication (2013) of the uncovered and restored tile mosaic mural that was originally done by Jay Rivkin in 1958.
Subjects
Public Buildings
Item ID
179AF
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Public Health

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1. Report on a fly survey of the City of Arcadia. March-June, 1956. 31 pages. 2. "Law aims at skateboards, barefoot boys." Los Angeles Times, June 15, 1965. 3. Asian tiger mosquito spreads to seven San Gabriel Valley cities, July 31, 2014. Retrieved from www.pasadenastarnews.com on August 11, 2014.…
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1. Report on a fly survey of the City of Arcadia. March-June, 1956. 31 pages.
2. "Law aims at skateboards, barefoot boys." Los Angeles Times, June 15, 1965.
3. Asian tiger mosquito spreads to seven San Gabriel Valley cities, July 31, 2014. Retrieved from www.pasadenastarnews.com on August 11, 2014.
4. Arcadia Community Update about Coronavirus (COVID-19) from January 25, 2020. Info sheet on symptoms, treatments and resources.
5. Sabin clinic ready today. Arcadia residents can take the Type I Sabin polio vaccine immunization at a clinic held at Santa Anita Park Race Track. Arcadia Tribune, October 21, 1962.
6. Fight against measles outbreak starts in Foothill Inter-City area. Free measles vaccine shots at County Health Department in Monrovia. Arcadia Clinic on Baldwin Avenue has 1000 units of the vaccine. Arcadia Tribune, April 17, 1966.
7. Mass oral vaccine program scheduled this coming October in every neighborhood and area (Sabin polio vaccine). Arcadia Tribune, August 5, 1962.
8. Keep Arcadia Safe! COVID-19 Notice: practice good hygiene, limit non-essential travel. Try our virtual services. Published by City of Arcadia in 2020, in English & Chinese.
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Public Health
Item ID
180AF
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Public Utilities

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1. "Edison will brighten Arcadia." Pasadena Star, December 22, 1916. 2. City of Arcadia Utility Services list, undated. 3. "Phone company grows to keep pace with City." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978. 4. "Mysterious electricity lights path to present." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978. 5. "…
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1. "Edison will brighten Arcadia." Pasadena Star, December 22, 1916.
2. City of Arcadia Utility Services list, undated.
3. "Phone company grows to keep pace with City." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978.
4. "Mysterious electricity lights path to present." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978.
5. "Arcadia grammar school children win essay prizes." News clip, 1924. Regarding a nation-wide contest sponsored by the electrical industry of the United States.
6. "For City Light" ribbon, undated.
7. Important information about street lighting in your neighborhood. From the City of Arcadia. May 2010. Street lighting assessment district.
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Public Utilities
Item ID
181AF
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Public Works Department

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1. City of Arcadia "Earth Day" newspaper insert. Instructions on how to handle used oil, sharps waste, conserve water, and energy saving tips. Circa 2010.
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1. City of Arcadia "Earth Day" newspaper insert. Instructions on how to handle used oil, sharps waste, conserve water, and energy saving tips. Circa 2010.
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Public Works Department
Item ID
301AF
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Arcadia Public Library

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Annual Reports. FY 1937/38 - 1964/65
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Annual Reports. FY 1937/38 - 1964/65
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Arcadia Public Library
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 013
Shelf Number
Shelf H3
Item ID
454AF
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Arcadia Public Library

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Annual Reports. FY 1965/66 - 1982/83
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Annual Reports. FY 1965/66 - 1982/83
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Arcadia Public Library
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Basement
Box Number
Box 014
Shelf Number
Shelf H3
Item ID
455AF
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Arcadia Public Library

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Correspondence, annual reports, memoranda. 1924-1940
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Correspondence, annual reports, memoranda. 1924-1940
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Arcadia Public Library
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 017
Shelf Number
Shelf H4
Item ID
459AF
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