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New estimates of the population released by the California Department of Finance report that the population in Arcadia was 55,500, an increase of 1.1% over the year before. Estimates of other cities are also listed.

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Arcadia Weekly
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May 8, 2003
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"p. 1, 19"
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Arcadia Weekly
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May 8, 2003
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Population estimates.
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Arcadia announces August 17 public hearing on City Council redistricting. Every 10 years, after the US Census, the City Council District Map is realigned to reflect Arcadia's current population.

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Mountain Views News
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August 7, 2021
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p. 7
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Mountain Views News
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August 7, 2021
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p. 7
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Population
Redistricting
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Census 2000 chart shows the length of time it takes Arcadia and other area community residents to get to work and the percentage of population affected. Census found that locals have shorter drives.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
August 28, 2002
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p. A1
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Pasadena Star News
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August 28, 2002
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p. A1
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Census 2000
Commuting
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Animal Pest Management Services, Inc. will conduct a peafowl census in Arcadia during the week of May 20. The results and courses of action to contain the peafowl population will be given to City Council to review.

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Arcadia Weekly
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May 16, 2002
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p. 8
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Arcadia Weekly
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May 16, 2002
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p. 8
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Peacocks
Peafowl census
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Estimates by the Department of Finance say Arcadia's population has grown by 1000 people in the last year. The estimate is 54,900 people. Estimates for surrounding cities are included.

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Arcadia Weekly
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May 16, 2002
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p. 8
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 16, 2002
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p. 8
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Population
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The city has lost $2 million over the last ten years because the 1990 U.S. Census undercounted residents.

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Arcadia Weekly
Date
September 9, 1999
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p. 1
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
September 9, 1999
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p. 1
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Census
Population
Revenue
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Recently released Census Bureau statistics confirm the Asian population's growth in Arcadia.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
May 21 1992
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p. A-1
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Arcadia Tribune
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May 21 1992
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p. A-1
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Population
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The West Valley area is more affluent, as the 2000 census shows. The article includes a chart showing Arcadia's household incomes.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
August 27, 2002
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p. A1
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Pasadena Star News
Date
August 27, 2002
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p. A1
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Census 2000
Household Incomes
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The preliminary report of the population and housing counts of the 1980 census provides population figures for cities in the area. Arcadia's population increased slightly more than 800 from 45,138 in 1970 to 45, 955 in 1980.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
March 8, 1981
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p. A-1
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
March 8, 1981
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p. A-1
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Population
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Preliminary census figures show Arcadia's population grew 4% in the past 10 years to reach 48,007, a slow growth rate compared to surrounding communities.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
January 9, 1991
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p. A-1
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Arcadia Tribune
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January 9, 1991
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p. A-1
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Population
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By the 2010 census, Asians and Pacific Islanders will make up more than half of the population in Arcadia and 10 other communities in the San Gabriel Valley.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
February 13, 2004
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p. A1
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Pasadena Star News
Date
February 13, 2004
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p. A1
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Population
Asian Americans
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The U.S. Census Bureau opened its East Los Angeles office in preparation for the 2010 Census. The office at 1255 Corporate Center Drive will need 600-800 employees to gather information on residents that live roughly from Burbank to Arcadia.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 28, 2009
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p. A3
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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 28, 2009
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p. A3
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Jobs
United States Census Bureau
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2010 U.S. Census data shows that 12 San Gabriel Valley cities, including Arcadia, saw the percentage of owner-occupied homes rise, something that experts said was extremely uncommon following the housing crisis. 63.1% of Arcadia's homes are owner-occupied, while 36.9% are occupied by renters. Other cities' figures are shown in chart. Arcadia's vacancy percentage is 5.3%. Vacancy rates are determined by the U.S. Census Bureau by sending out canvassers to homes that did not respond to Census mailers.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
May 16, 2011
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p. A1, A4
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Pasadena Star News
Date
May 16, 2011
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p. A1, A4
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Housing statistics
United States Census 2010
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As of January 1, 1974 Arcadia's population was 44,656. This figure showed a decrease from the April 1970 count of 45,138.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
February 9, 1975
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p. A-3
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
February 9, 1975
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p. A-3
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Population
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Population figures for city of Arcadia

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Arcadia Tribune
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August 3, 1934 p. A-2 (1500 in 1911)
July 4, 1940 p. 1 (for year 1940)
June 17, 1943 p. 1 (1943)
May 25, 1944 p. 1 (1944)
Sepember 3, 1946 p. 1 (1946)
September 25, 1947 p. 1
January 25, 1948 p. 1 (1947)
June 17, 1950 p. 1 (1950)
October 15, 1951 p. 8 (1951)
February 21, 1952 p. 1 ( 1952)
March 15, 1954 p. 1
January 31, 1955 p. 1 (1954)
January 31, 1957 p. 1 (1956)
December 1, 1958 p. 1 (1958)
July 15, 1970 p. 1
January 9, 1971 p. 1 (1970)
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Arcadia Tribune
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August 3, 1934 p. A-2 (1500 in 1911)
July 4, 1940 p. 1 (for year 1940)
June 17, 1943 p. 1 (1943)
May 25, 1944 p. 1 (1944)
Sepember 3, 1946 p. 1 (1946)
September 25, 1947 p. 1
January 25, 1948 p. 1 (1947)
June 17, 1950 p. 1 (1950)
October 15, 1951 p. 8 (1951)
February 21, 1952 p. 1 ( 1952)
March 15, 1954 p. 1
January 31, 1955 p. 1 (1954)
January 31, 1957 p. 1 (1956)
December 1, 1958 p. 1 (1958)
July 15, 1970 p. 1
January 9, 1971 p. 1 (1970)
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Population
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Article, with chart, shows housing and population changes for local cities from April 1, 1970 to January 1, 1978.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
December 14, 1978
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p. A-3
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
December 14, 1978
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p. A-3
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Population
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Homeless count has massive overtones. Canvass has huge expectations because of political pressure and new programs, including the governor's move to conect homeless population with mental health services in the CARE Courts. The Los Angeles County total homeless count is 65,111 in 2022, that is a 2% increase from the count done in 2020. Arcadia's homeless count was 106 in January 2020 and in February 2022, it was 174, an increase of 68.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 22, 2023
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p. A8
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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 22, 2023
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p. A8
Subjects
Homeless census
Homeless population
Homelessness
Social issues
Unhoused persons
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Population

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1. characteristics of the population, 1940. 2. population of 1940 by census tracts. 3. special census of Arcadia, September 5, 1946. 4. Census report reveals growth of Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune March 25, 1948. 5. Census shows 21,239 living. news clip February 12, 1949. 6. Report to the Cit…
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1. characteristics of the population, 1940.
2. population of 1940 by census tracts.
3. special census of Arcadia, September 5, 1946.
4. Census report reveals growth of Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune March 25, 1948.
5. Census shows 21,239 living. news clip February 12, 1949.
6. Report to the City of Arcadia on its population growth, 1950-1960.
7. Arcadia population, January 1951. hand-written.
8. Census shows 5400 increase. Arcadia Tribune February 21, 1952.
9. Facts about Arcadia. from City publication, 1968.
10. Selected U.S. census characteristics, 1960-1970.
11. Selected socio-economic characteristics April 1, 1970.
12. City of Arcadia census tracts, 1970 census.
13. Population growth past 1940 census. from: Arcadia General Plan, 1972.
14. High numbers in Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune July 5, 1973.
15. East valley population up - west valley down. Los Angeles Times June 30, 1974.
16. Pasadena holds rank in declining population. Arcadia Tribune February 9, 1975.
17. Population estimate for Arcadia as of January 1, 1975. from: State Controller's Office.
18. General characteristics of the population: 1970 and other census data. 13 pages.
19. Census makes sense of city growth. n.d.
20. U.S. Bureau of the Census has released the final 1980 census of population and housing for Arcadia. Single sheet from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census. March 30, 1981.
21. Southern California Association of Governments compilation of California population statistics, March 1981. 5 pages.
22. Population estimate - Arcadia as of January 1, 1981: 46,029. Certification from State Controllers' Office.
23. SCAG 1980 Census report - housing data.
24. California State Census Data Center - data collected during April 1, 1980 decennial census. Six sheets of data, together with a tract map of Arcadia. Received from City Hall March 29, 1982.
25. Arcadia by census tracts, 1980.
26. Arcadia by census tracts - 1980. Taken from Thomas Bros. census tract mapbook.
27. College survey shows amazing Arcadia growth. news clip, circa 1950.
28. Planner outlines population trends. Arcadia Highlander January 15, 1986.
29. Neighbors: Arcadia - a look at our town. Arcadia Highlander October 21, 1987 p. 6 reprint.
30. U.S. census figures for Arcadia - 1940, 1950, 1960, 1970, 1980 and 1990.
31. 1990 census of population and housing characteristics, Arcadia.
32. 1990 census of population characteristics, Arcadia. 1990 Census Arcadia Information Demographic Profile, Population and Housing Census Quick Tables (QT) from Summary File 1 and Summary File 3 (Quick Tables retrieved from Internet on August 25, 2003).
33. 1990 census of population and housing, Arcadia.
34. All but three Valley cities grew in 1980s. Foothill Inter-City Newspapers January 30, 1991.
35. Population estimates for California Cities and Counties - Report 91 E-1, January 1, 1990 and January 1, 1991. Official State Estimates of the State of California.
36. Population estimates for California Cities and Counties - Report 93 E-4A, May 1993 - Official State Estimates of the State of California.
37. Essay "The Chinese American Experience in the San Gabriel Valley" by Amy Luu, for the Chinese American Museum Website. Retrieved 8/12/2004. Includes Chinese immigration population statistics.
38. Gum Saan Journal: Chinese Historical Society of Southern California, Volume 28, No. 1. 2005. By Jenny Cho, Chris Lee and Susie Ling. Of note is the article "The Early History of Chinese Americans in the San Gabriel Valley" by Susie Ling. Arcadia is specifically mentioned on pages 25, 27, 30, 35, 46. The early Chinese in Arcadia worked for Lucky Baldwin as ranch hands or domestic workers. Includes Census 2000 population figures of San Gabriel Valley cities. Gift from the writer Susie Ling. Her business card is enclosed.
39. Arcadia population statistics from the publication California Cities, Towns & Counties, 2005, p. 17. Data taken from 2000 Census except as noted. Includes year 2004 estimate.
40. "Asian newcomers create consternation in Arcadia." Actor Sho Kosugi in front of his controversial home, which has become a symbol of old timers' resentment in Arcadia. Los Angeles Times, September 19, 1985, p. SG, A1.
41.Will increase of Asians stir friction in Arcadia? 1 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, April 26, 1989, p. A-1.
42. Asian influx creates gaps in cultures. 2 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, April 30, 1989, p. A-1.
43. American dream often comes with hardships. 3 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, May 3, 1989, p. A-1.
44. Students grapple with language, cultural barriers. 4 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, May 7, 1989, p. A-1.
45. Striving to bridge gap between different cultures. 5 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, May 10, 1989, p. A-1.
46. Editorial. Shifting ethnicity: Arcadia adjusting to these changes. Arcadia Tribune. May 10, 1989, p. A4.
47. Arcadia demographics and socio-economic characteristics from California Cities, Towns & Counties, 2008. Includes population and general information such as local officials, housing, municipal finance and school district statistics.
48. Arcadia, CA Quick Facts from the U.S. Census Bureau with population estimate of 56,286 for 2006. Population characteristics from the 2000 Census and Business Quick Facts for the year 2002. Printed from the World Wide Web on November 20, 2008.
49. Arcadia demographics and socio-economic characteristics, general information, municipal finance. California Cities, Towns & Counties 2009.
50. 2010 Census Results, Arcadia, CA. Summary sheet showing population by age, race and ethnicity, housing, relationships, and households.
51. 1980 Census, Arcadia data. Various tables.
52. 2010 Census. Demographic profile data of Arcadia, CA. Includes total population, sex, age, race. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
53. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes education, marital status, relationships, fertility. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
54. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes income, employment, occupation, commuting to work. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
55. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes occupancy structure, housing value and costs, utilities. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
56. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes sex and age, race, Hispanic origin, housing units. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
57. Why are Chinese millionaires buying mansions in an L.A. suburb? (In print title is "Cash Pad: Chinese money transforms a California suburb" (Arcadia) by Karen Weise. Bloomberg Businessweek, October 20-October 26, 2014, pp. 52-57). Retrieved from www.businessweek.com on October 24, 2014. See also print version in VF Houses.
58. New wave of Chinese home buyers pose questions for Arcadia, October 20, 2014. Retrieved from 89.3 FM radio station KPCC website www.scpr.org on October 21, 2014.
59. Arcadia, from Profiles of California, 4th edition, 2015.
60. Arcadia, from Profiles of California, 2018 edition, Greyhouse Publishing.
61. San Gabriel Valley's population larger than 42 states. Survey: 28 percent of area residents of Asian descent. Pasadena Star News, February 22, 2018.
62. City of Arcadia providing outreach and access to City services, information and programs for limited English-proficient (LEP) residents with new translation services. From www.arcadiaca.gov, June 19, 2018.
63. Asian Americans surpass whites in San Gabriel Valley, marking a demographic milestone. Los Angeles Times, February 22, 2018.
64. American Fact Finder Demographic and Housing Estimates, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates for Arcadia, CA. Breakdowns by sex and age and race. Retrieved from Factfinder.census.gov on September 14, 2019.
65. 2000 Census-Arcadia Information Population and Housing Census Quick Tables (QT) from Summary Files 1-4.
66. 2020 Census, Quick Facts for Arcadia City, California. Population as of April 1, 2020: 56,681. Includes categories: Age and Sex, Race and Hispanic Origin, Population Characteristics, Housing, Families & Living Arrangements, Computer and Internet Use, Education, Health, Economy, Transportation, Income & Poverty, Businesses, Geography.
67. 1999-2000 Economic Overview and Forecast of San Gabriel Valley. Prepared by Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation. Includes: Executive Summary, Defining the San Gabriel Valley (Infrastructure Assets), Overall Economic Environment, Trends in Major Indicators (population and demographics, real estate trends), Issues for the San Gabriel Valley, Statistical Tables.
68. 2020 Census. 68A. Quick Facts Arcadia City, California from 2020 Census (April 1, 2020 and population estimates as of July 1, 2021). 68B. Arcadia city, California-Census Bureau Profile, includes total population, median household income, bachelor's degree or higher, employment rate, total housing units, without health care coverage, total households, Hispanic or Latino. 68C. 2020 Census-Arcadia City, California, Age and Sex table of the American Community Survey (ACS). 68D. 2020 Census-Arcadia City, California, Demographic and Housing Estimates table of the American Community Survey (ACS). 68E. United States Census 2020 questionnaire. Printed from www.census.gov on June 1, 2022.
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Finance

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1. "Annual financial statement." Arcadia News, September 5, 1933. 2. "Budget approved." Arcadia Journal, August 18, 1931. 3. "Council adopts budget." News clip, 1930. 4. "Budget prepared by." Arcadia News, September 9, 1932. 5. "Arcadia's capital improvement program." 12 page booklet by the Ci…
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1. "Annual financial statement." Arcadia News, September 5, 1933.
2. "Budget approved." Arcadia Journal, August 18, 1931.
3. "Council adopts budget." News clip, 1930.
4. "Budget prepared by." Arcadia News, September 9, 1932.
5. "Arcadia's capital improvement program." 12 page booklet by the City of Arcadia, 1960.
6. "Revenue funds puzzles Arcadia." Los Angeles Times, May 17, 1973.
7. "Five year plan projected." News clip, March 22, 1974.
8. "City assets total $9,480,740." Arcadia Bulletin, October 22, 1951.
9. "City details approach to financial problem." Arcadia Tribune, March 19, 1967.
10. "Arcadia needs $26." Pasadena Star News, August 1, 1978.
11. City of Arcadia Audit Report, 1980-1981.
12. Preliminary review of City funds. Letter from City Manager George Watts endeavoring to clarify City monies, February 26, 1982.
13. City of Arcadia Financial Policies, adopted September 19, 1995.
14. 1993-1994 annual budget "riddle" general fund report. March 1993.
15. Citizen's financial advisory committee releases final report residential panel proposes additional locally controlled revenue. Committee recommends considering increase to the City's local sales tax rate by 3/4 of one cent in order to close $8,000,000 structural budget deficit, in order to maintain city services at current levels. Mountain Views News, December 15, 2018.
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Does Southern California feel crowded to you? Population figures say yes, as region grows at fastest pace since 2014. Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, as of July 1, had a combined 18.03 million residents. L.A. County total population was 10,271,792 in 2017.

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Pasadena Star News
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December 28, 2017
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p. A1, A8
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Pasadena Star News
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December 28, 2017
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p. A1, A8
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Demographics
Population
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