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Recreation and Parks Master Plan seeking resident comments. The City of Arcadia is updating the 2007 master Plan.

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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
November 17, 2016
Pages
p. 13
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
November 17, 2016
Pages
p. 13
Subjects
Arcadia Recreation and Parks Department
Item ID
34910AN
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In a 3-1 vote, Council adopted a 20 year Sewer Master Plan.

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Sierra Madre News
Date
May 7, 1998
Pages
p. 9
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Sierra Madre News
Date
May 7, 1998
Pages
p. 9
Subjects
Sewers
Item ID
13860AN
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Newspaper Index
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Arcadia City Council moves toward a smoking ban at city parks and recreation areas, excluding the Par 3 Golf Course. While Council voted 4 to 1 last week in support of the concept, an ordinance is expected to be presented to the Council in May for public comment and approval.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
March 16, 2012
Pages
p. A1, A4
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Pasadena Star News
Date
March 16, 2012
Pages
p. A1, A4
Subjects
Arcadia parks
Smoking ban
Item ID
33085AN
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City of Arcadia Recreation and Parks Master Plan resident survey now online.

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Arcadia Weekly
Date
September 3, 2015
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p. 16
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
September 3, 2015
Pages
p. 16
Subjects
Arcadia Recreation Department Master Plan
Surveys
Item ID
34482AN
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Arcadia Fire Department's annual Strategic Plan received unanimous approval Tuesday night by Arcadia City Council members. Fire Chief Pete Bonano presented the plan which outlines the department's major goals and provides the road map of resources, ensuring the department meets the city's fire and safety needs.

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Arcadia Weekly,
Date
December 6, 2001
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p. 9
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Arcadia Weekly,
Date
December 6, 2001
Pages
p. 9
Subjects
Arcadia Fire Department--2001-2010
Bonano, Pete
Item ID
33610AN
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Basketball court returns to Arcadia's Eisenhower Park renovation plans. Arcadia City Council voted 3-to-2 to add one full basketball court. See also hard copy in VF Parks.

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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
September 5, 2019
Pages
p. A1, A5
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Pasadena Star News
Date
September 5, 2019
Pages
p. A1, A5
Subjects
Arcadia City Council-2010-2019
Basketball courts
Chandler, Roger
Eisenhower Park
Parks
Protests
Verlato, April
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On Wednesday, April 10, the planning commission met in what was to be their first meeting to discuss and review certain aspects of the General Plan Update for 1996. Approximately 200 people crowded the council chamber and the meeting was declared a safety hazard. The rescheduled meeting will be held at the community center.

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Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
April 18, 1996
Pages
p. 7
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Sierra Madre News
Date
April 18, 1996
Pages
p. 7
Subjects
City Planning
Item ID
5643AN
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Newspaper Index
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City Council accepts appropriation budget of $17.6 million. Acceptance does not imply approval. That will follow a public hearing scheduled for June 21.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
May 15, 1983
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p. 1
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
May 15, 1983
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Budget
Item ID
669AN
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Arcadia City Council approves Water Master Plan update, presented by Pat Malloy, Public Works Services Director. The guide outlines a ten-year improvement program for over $44 million.

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Arcadia Weekly,
Date
November 29, 2001
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p. 21
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Arcadia Weekly,
Date
November 29, 2001
Pages
p. 21
Subjects
City of Arcadia--Public Works Department
Malloy, Pat
Water
Item ID
33606AN
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International Rehabilitation Association, a four-year-old company in vocational rehabilitation has made Arcadia its headquarters.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
August 8, 1974
Pages
p. A-7
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
August 8, 1974
Pages
p. A-7
Subjects
International Rehabilitation Association
Item ID
788AN
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Arcadia Fire Department responded to a hazardous materials spill at San Carlos Road, on January 21, 2013 at 1:00 PM. The spill was contained and was not released into storm drain system. The substance was identified as muriatic acid. Neutralization techniques were implemented to abate the hazard.

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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 24, 2013
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p. 7
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 24, 2013
Pages
p. 7
Subjects
Arcadia Fire Department
Item ID
33554AN
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The Ortco Company has been awarded a contract for $81,260.50 to replace and rehabilitate playground equipment at Newcastle Park and Camino Grove Park.

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Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 26, 2003
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p. 21
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 26, 2003
Pages
p. 21
Subjects
Ortco Company
Parks
Playground equipment
Item ID
31779AN
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The City Council will vote on approval of a property acquisition plan with Rusnak Arcadia tonight. The opposition, comprised of seven former mayors, don't want Redevelopment Agency money to help a private business buy five nearby properties.

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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
January 5, 2005
Pages
p. A1
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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 5, 2005
Pages
p. A1
Subjects
Business and Industry
Car Dealerships
Automobiles
Rusnak Arcadia
Expansion
Arcadia Redevelopment Agency
Mercedes Benz
City Council Meetings
Item ID
29533AN
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The Arcadia Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a District Master Plan for school improvement.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
January 15, 1986
Pages
p. A-1
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
January 15, 1986
Pages
p. A-1
Subjects
School Board
Item ID
2475AN
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Disaster planning, incorporated in Arcadia's Master Plan, is now being polished for final approval. Contingency plans are designed for fire, earthquake, plane crash, etc.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
September 28, 1975
Pages
p. 1
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
September 28, 1975
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
City Planning
Item ID
1186AN
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Parks-Arcadia County Park

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1. Sees value of field as park. news clip c.1926-27. 2. Seek return of Arcadia property. news clip c.1926-27. 3. Chronological list of improvements and development. Typed sheet from county. 4. Quitclaim deed. Black copy of quitclaim adopted September 27, 1935. 5. Bill transferring Los Ang…
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1. Sees value of field as park. news clip c.1926-27.
2. Seek return of Arcadia property. news clip c.1926-27.
3. Chronological list of improvements and development. Typed sheet from county.
4. Quitclaim deed. Black copy of quitclaim adopted September 27, 1935.
5. Bill transferring Los Angeles County recreational park. Copy of congressional bill authored by then Congressman, John Hoeppel.
6. Playgrounds at Ross Field. Arcadia Tribune July 7, 1936.
7. Statue fete set for today. Los Angeles Times October 31, 1937.
8. When Ross Field work was launched. Arcadia Tribune February 13, 1937.
9. Thousands see memorial statue unveiling. Arcadia Bulletin April 21, 1941.
10. Arcadia County Park and Golf Course. Typed sheet from General Plan.
11. A day in the park. Los Angeles Times June 25, 1971.
12. The story of Santa Anita Bowling Green Club. History written in 1973.
13. Santa Anita Golf Course. Copy of brochure put out for opening day April 24, 1938, plus other sheets detailing changes.
14. Arcadia County Park. Sixteen page historical information and chronological developments.
15. Fourth of July celebration. Photocopy of commemorative program July 4, 1938.
16. Letter written to Ralph Pennell concerning ceremony honoring J.H.Hoeppel of the Balloon School February 1, 1963.
17. Park proves no picnic for low-paid workers. Arcadia Tribune September 14, 1978.
18. Park construction no picnic for low-salaried WPA workers. Arcadia Tribune February 9, 1978.
19. You are cordially invited to attend an informal ceremony honoring Lt. John Hoeppel. Invitation from Los Angeles County Parks Department to present plaque for his part in park development January 1963.
20. Arcadia County Park. One page history from Los Angeles County Parks Department.
21. New war memorial fountain dedicated December 17 at Arcadia County Park. News release issued by Los Angeles County Parks Department at time of dedication December 17, 1962.
22. Fact sheet on memorial fountain issued by Los Angeles County Parks Department.
23. Santa Anita play field opened. Pasadena Star News May 14, 1937.
24. Arcadia Park and Golf Course. Los Angeles Times, p.B3 November 22, 1993.
25. Large play area created. Los Angeles Times p.1 January 23, 1938.
26. Outdoor kitchen invites picnickers to new park. Pasadena Post February 28, 1937.
27. Copy of resolution by the 74th Congress conveying the property to the County of Los Angeles representing Baldwin Ranch property now known as the Los Angeles State and County Arboretum. June 17, 1935.
28. Photo of field survey party starting work on Arcadia County Park, with article. Pasadena Star News July 28, 1935.
29. County recreation area replaces old balloon field. Pasadena Star News January 31, 1937.
30. Los Angeles Times publication "Then & Now" June 30, 2000. Article about history of Arcadia County Park p. 12.
31. " Arcadia Park fountain rededicated." Article about rededication of the fountain to honor those who perished in the 9/11/01 attacks on the Pentagon, the World Trade Center and the hijacked plane that crashed in Pennsylvania. Fountain is being refurbished in a joint effort by the city, the Arcadia Rotary Club, the Arcadia Unified School District and local artisans. The renovated landmark will be called Peacock Corner. Pasadena Star News April 9, 2002, p. A-3.
32. "Arcadia to proceed with Peacock Corner." Article stating that the City Council voted to put up $25,000 towards the cost of putting a 10-foot-tall bronze peacock at Peacock Corner. The sculpture will emerge from the center of the fountain that has been refurbished by volunteers and was unveiled at the Lucky Baldwin Day Picnic. The fountain was rededicated on April 8, 2002, and was originally donated as a tribute to area veterans. Arcadia Weekly, November 14-20, 2002, p. 1.
33. The City Council approved a $30,000 commission to Irvine artist, David Chapple to create a bronze peacock sculpture, 6-7 feet tall, for the public fountain at "Peacock Corner." Pasadena Star News, January 8, 2003, p. A3.
34. 25 Valley parks may be closed. Los Angeles Times April 8, 1993, p.J1.
35. Quitclaim Deed, transfer of portion of Arcadia County Park from Los Angeles County to City of Arcadia. Recorded August 11, 1988. Arcadia Community Center and Arcadia Historical Museum have been built on this land.
36. Arcadia Vietnam War Monument Dedication program, May 28, 2016. Master of ceremonies Gene Glasco.
37. Guide to Civic Art in Los Angeles County Parks, p. 9 info on public art at Arcadia County Park: Memorial Peacock Fountain and Spanish American War Memorial "The Hiker," a bronze sculpture. Retrieved 7/11/2018 from lacounty.gov.
38. Arcadia County Park to be improved by $50,000; colorful history reported. Picture of Mrs. David Unruh, niece of Lucky Baldwin's manager, Hiram A. Unruh. Also on this page, Chamber takes theme from Nellie White. Arcadia Tribune and News, March 23, 1950.
Subjects
Parks-Arcadia County Park
Item ID
165AF
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Subject Files
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A new drug rehabilitation center has opened at Arcadia Methodist Hospital.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
November 15, 1987
Pages
p. A-2
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
November 15, 1987
Pages
p. A-2
Subjects
Hospitals - Arcadia Methodist Hospital
Item ID
1808AN
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The 37-acre Arcadia County Park, which costs the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Department $234,000 a year to operate, may be fenced off and "abandoned" if the Department is forced to slash 25% of its budget.

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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
March 27, 1993
Pages
p. A-3 photo
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Pasadena Star News
Date
March 27, 1993
Pages
p. A-3 photo
Subjects
Parks - Arcadia County Park
Item ID
229AN
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Arcadia Weekly posts a correction of photographs of Fred Peritore and Roger Sonnenberg that were incorrectly identified in last week's Arcadia Weekly.

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Arcadia Weekly
Date
March 27, 2003
Pages
p. 18
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
March 27, 2003
Pages
p. 18
Subjects
Peritore, Fred
Sonnenberg, Roger
Item ID
31390AN
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Arcadia Battalion Chief Don Shawver received a request to report for special duty at the Pentagon six hours after the first terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. He went to help as a safety officer.

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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
October 4, 2001
Pages
p. 1
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
October 4, 2001
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Shawver, Don
Arcadia Fire Department
Pentagon - Washington, DC - District of Columbia
September 11 terrorist attacks, 2001
Item ID
30279AN
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