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Northern San Gabriel-San Bernardino Valley Rail Transit Corridor. Downtown 2000 Streetscape. Westfield Shoppingtown Expansion.

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1. Northern San Gabriel-San Bernardino Valley Rail Transit Corridor, September 1993: Summary. Draft Environmental Impact Report. Cultural and Historical Resources Survey Report. Noise and Vibration Analysis. Fleet Requirements and yard Location Analysis. Engineering Plan and Profile Drawings. 2. Do…
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1. Northern San Gabriel-San Bernardino Valley Rail Transit Corridor, September 1993: Summary. Draft Environmental Impact Report. Cultural and Historical Resources Survey Report. Noise and Vibration Analysis. Fleet Requirements and yard Location Analysis. Engineering Plan and Profile Drawings.
2. Downtown 2000 Streetscape and Public Facilities Improvement Program--Expanded initial study and draft mitigated negative declaration, February 7, 1995.
3. Westfield Shoppingtown Santa Anita Expansion-December 1999-Initial Study. Memo subject: Consideration of the Final Environmental Impact Report and Project Description. Westfield Planning submittal-Proposed Santa Anita Expansion February 2002.
Subjects
Environmental Impact Reports
Developments
Downtown Arcadia
Railroads
Railways
Shopping malls
Streets
Trains
Transit
Transportation
Westfield Santa Anita
Westfield Shoppingtown Santa Anita
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 137
Shelf Number
H13
Item ID
507AF
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Subject Files
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Community Redevelopment

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1. "ABC's of community." Arcadia Tribune, July 5, 1973. 2. "Possible interest conflict." Arcadia Tribune, July 12, 1973. 3. "Vote was democratic." Arcadia Tribune, July 15, 1973. 4. "PAC status in doubt." Arcadia Tribune, July 26, 1973. 5. "CRA, PAC on meeting." Arcadia Tribune, July 22, 1973.…
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1. "ABC's of community." Arcadia Tribune, July 5, 1973.
2. "Possible interest conflict." Arcadia Tribune, July 12, 1973.
3. "Vote was democratic." Arcadia Tribune, July 15, 1973.
4. "PAC status in doubt." Arcadia Tribune, July 26, 1973.
5. "CRA, PAC on meeting." Arcadia Tribune, July 22, 1973.
6. "Chamber votes support." Arcadia Tribune, July 23, 1973.
7. "CRA no taxpayer." Arcadia Tribune, July 31, 1973.
8. "Fashion Park deleted." Arcadia Tribune, July 31, 1973.
9. "PAC member attacks." Arcadia Tribune, August 1, 1973.
10. "CRA boundary roll back?" Arcadia Tribune, August 2, 1973.
11. "CRA referendum rumor." Arcadia Tribune, August 5, 1973.
12. "Home owners get PAC." Arcadia News Post, August 7, 1973.
13. "Board like original." Arcadia Tribune, August 9, 1973.
14. "CRA circulate." Arcadia Tribune, August 9, 1973.
15. "Arcadia heads for showdown." Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley Section, August 9, 1973.
16. "Public testifies." Arcadia News Post, August 10, 1973.
17. "Council adopts new CRA map." Arcadia Tribune, August 12, 1973.
18. "Redevelopment action." Arcadia News Post, August 14, 1973.
19. "Council halts CRA." Arcadia Tribune, August 14, 1973.
20. "Redevelopment in Arcadia is shelved." Los Angeles Times, August 16, 1973.
21. "Downtown versus downhill." Arcadia Tribune, August 23, 1973.
22. "CRA in limbo." Arcadia Tribune, August 19, 1973.
23. "Council to decide." Arcadia Tribune, October 14, 1973.
24. " Council rejects referendum." Arcadia News Post, October 17, 1973.
25. " City Council votes." Arcadia Tribune, October 18, 1973.
26. "Policy changes follow." Arcadia Tribune, November 11, 1973.
27. "Condensed redevelopment." Arcadia Tribune, November 15, 1973.
28. "Council to wrestle once." Arcadia Tribune, November 18, 1973.
29. "Council hesitates." Arcadia News Post, November 21, 1973.
30. "CRA: no Council action." Arcadia Tribune, November 22, 1973.
31. "What's it all about." Arcadia Tribune series, December 16, 1973 to January 3, 1974.
32. "Arcadia Council adopts." Arcadia News Post, December 27, 1973.
33. "Council adopts." Arcadia Tribune, December 20, 1973.
34. "Downtown Arcadia is redevelopment." Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley section, December 27, 1973.
35. "CRA impact felt." Los Angeles Times, June 23, 1974.
36. "CRA: a boondoggle or boon?" Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley section, June 23, 1974.
37. "Scandal in Arcadia?" Undated yellow flyer.
38. Environmental Impact Report for the Central Redevelopment Project. 33 page study dated July 9, 1973 and revised December 1973.
39. Redevelopment Plan. 23 page study for the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency, December 1973.
40. Preliminary draft. Official file copy, July 1973.
41. Public notice - announcement of meeting regarding..., June 1975.
42. "Rules governing participation and ... " Arcadia Redevelopment Agency rules, 4 pages.
43. Map as adopted by City Council, December 26, 1973.
44. "Council approves CRA." Arcadia City Newsletter, Winter 1974.
45. "Redevelopment Agency." News clip, November 24, 1968.
46. "Redevelopment action suspended by Council." News clip, August, 1973.
47. "Committee seeks City Redevelopment Agency." Arcadia Tribune, July 11, 1968.
48. "City to spruce up eastern entrance." Arcadia Tribune, February 15, 1979.
49. "Huntington: redevelopment emphasis." Arcadia Tribune, October 22, 1978.
50. "Time to listen (Editorial addressed to the City Council concerning old Thrifty Drug Store property)". Arcadia Tribune, October 11, 1979.
51. "Development sped despite usual split." Highlander, September 28, 1983, page 1.
52. "Buying out blight." Highlander, October 12, 1983, page 1.
53. "The politics of redevelopment." Highlander, October 5, 1983.
54. "Who said go ahead?" Highlander, October 19, 1983.
55. "Council ponders 'Twilight Zone'." Highlander, May 19, 1982, page 1.
56. Arcadia marketing brochure, 1986. Includes information on the city, map of Arcadia redevelopment project area, list of City Council, Redevelopment Agency members, and Development Related Department Directors. (2 copies)
57. Your tax dollar - redevelopment, 1978-80.
58. "Information statement for businesses to be displaced." Prepared by the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency, May 1986. 6 pages.
59. "Information statement for families and individuals." Prepared by the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency, May 1986. 6 pages.
60. "Relocation rules and regulations for the implementation of the California Relocation Assistance Law." Prepared by the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency, dates 1986, 1977. 41 pages.
61. Redevelopment Plan for the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency - Central Redevelopment Project, 1986. 23 pages.
62. City of Arcadia/Arcadia Redevelopment Agency - Sources of assistance to business, circa 1988.
63. Arcadi Brochure with inserts (A through U), 1988.
64. City of Arcadia - Ordinance number 1720 - Creating a commercial planned development - 1 zone, 1981. 16 pages.
65. "Commercial Rehabilitation Program, City of Arcadia." Pamphlet, 1986.
66. "Downtown Revitalization." Recommended implementation programs from William Woolard, Director for Planning, September 17, 1985. 20 pages.
67. "Downtown Revitalization Program - Copies of graphic illustrations produced thus far." Memo from Mayor and City Council to Michael Freedman, April 15, 1993.
68. "The Arcadia Tradition." Brochure with questions and answers about Downtown 2000, undated.
69. "Celebrate down town." Flyer for family festival to commemorate the completion of the new downtown streetscape on March 30, 1996.
70. "Downtown 2000 - Information you need to know!!." Postcard describing work to be done, project office open house, May 9, 1995.
71. "The Arcadia Tradition - Downtown 2000." Invitation for groundbreaking ceremony, May 19, 1995.
72. Handout welcoming those to the groundbreaking ceremony."
73. "The Arcadia Tradition." Pamphlet celebrating Downtown 2000 streetscape dedication ceremony and community festival, March 30, 1996.
74. Copy of sheet "The Arcadia Tradition" Merchants and Area Residents FINAL construction Bulletin."
75. Downtown 2000 Project Summary pamphlet, March 20, 1995.
76. "Cities look to the streets to improve their images." Los Angeles Times, February 11, 1996, page B1.
77. Design concepts for Embassy Suites Hotel-1982, Alta Street Condos-1980s,Target-1985, Arcadia Hub/Hinshaw Center-1970s, Nordstrom Santa Anita-1993-94, Plaza 440 E. Huntington Southside project 1986-87, Arcadia Gateway Centre-1986, and Whispering Pines Estates (n.d.).
78. Downtown 2000 Commercial Facade Rehabilitation Program Guidelines. Arcadia Redevelopment Agency, September 16, 1997.
79. Five-Year Implementation Plan and Housing Program (1999-2004). Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Adopted December 7, 1999.
80. Amended Redevelopment Plan for Central Redevelopment Project to include newly adopted amendments 6 and 7. December 3, 2003.
81. Arcadia Redevelopment Agency, Basic Financial Statements, Year ended June 30, 2003 (With Independent Auditors' Report thereon). Conrad and Associates.
82. Quarry redevelopment approved. Former sand and gravel quarry at 12321 Lower Azusa Road will become Arcadia Logistics Center, a master-planned warehousing center and industrial park. By Katta Hules, Arcadia Weekly, March 3, 2016.
Subjects
Community Redevelopment
Physical Description
2 folders
Item ID
71AF
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Subject Files
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1. Letter from Library of California Board President James R. Dawe to Mayor Gary Kovacic confirming the Library's application to join the Library of California. February 15, 2001. Also certificate certifying Arcadia Public Library a charter member in the Arroyo Seco Library Network. November …
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1. Letter from Library of California Board President James R. Dawe to Mayor Gary Kovacic confirming the Library's application to join the Library of California. February 15, 2001. Also certificate certifying Arcadia Public Library a charter member in the Arroyo Seco Library Network. November 10, 2000.
2. Arcadia Public Library Evaluation of Library Operations: Preliminary Report; Findings and Recommendations. Prepared by Peggy Newgarden, consultant hired to evaluate staffing issues at the Library. May 2001. (2 copies)
3. Memorandum from Peggy Newgarden, Consultant, to Arcadia Public Library Community Forum Planning Committee regarding Community Forum Notes. January 31, 2001. (2 copies)
4. Report from Peggy Newgarden, Consultant, to Library Board of Trustees regarding Library Operations Review - Study Session #2. November 13, 2000. (2 copies)
5. Arcadia Public Library brochure listing services, c.2002. (2 copies)
6. Arcadia Public Library: Your Data Detective Agency. Arcadia Water bill insert that gives information on the new Teen Center and how Arcadia Public Library is your best resource for information. April 2002.
7. "Firm to study Arcadia Library services." City has hired an outside consultant to make recommendations on possible upgrading of services, including the possibility of opening on Sunday. Arcadia Weekly, Sept. 28-Oct. 4, 2000.
8. Invitation to the Vanlandingham Garden dedication at the library on Sunday, November 4, 2001.
9. Arcadia Public Library Strategic Plan, September 20, 2001. (2 copies)
10. InfoPeople Web site for Arcadia Public Library. September 1, 2000. 1 computer disc and paper copy.
11. "California Stories, Reading the Grapes of Wrath." Flyer on the showing of the film "Grapes of Wrath" and the program presented at the Arcadia Public Library by Dr. Robert Morsberger, noted film and Steinbeck scholar. Sponsored by the California Council for the Humanities, the California Center for the Book, and the California State Library during the month of October, 2002.
12. Arcadia Public Library Catalog. Brochure explaining how to use the library's card catalog. October 2001 (2 copies)
13. Arcadia Public Library Guide to Materials and Services. New brochure. December 2002. (2 copies)
14. "Presenting iBistro Your New Electronic Library!" Brochure explaining how to use the new online catalog. December 2002. (2 copies)
15. Bookmark announcing the new iBistro electronic catalog. December 2002. (2 copies)
16. Announcement on the library homepage: "Arcadia Public Library to Introduce New Electronic Library." iBistro available to the public on December 17, 2002.
17. New 2003 library card in two shades of lavender with the stylized peacock on right hand side. (One regular size card and one smaller card to use on a key chain.)
18. List of books reviewed by Gloria Horstman on January 23, 2003 at the Book Review program held at the library.
19. Arcadia Public Library Guide to Materials and Services. Revised Brochure. September 2003 (2 copies)
20. Arcadia Library's exhibit shows off accomplishments of city founder's daughter Anita Baldwin. Display of 1927 bust of Anita Baldwin, photographs of her, examples of her musical scores, poetry and a cookbook "The Pantophagist." Sunday Star, page 1, September 21, 2003.
21. Color photocopy of California Senate Resolution No. 611 dated 6th day of April 2003 presented by the Honorable Bob Margett in recognition of Arcadia Public Library, California Library Week, April 6 through April 12, 2003. Original resolution framed in July 2005 and is currently hanging in front hallway.
22. Information on the Arcadia Public Library memorial plaques with color photocopies of each for Joan Hallett, Dr. William B. Kaplan, Rob Mellin and James Whitney. Also on Cay Mortenson for the Cay Mortenson Auditorium and Jesse Vanlandingham for the Vanlandingham Memorial Garden. (Six items) October 2003. Note: the memorial tree for Rob Mellin fell during the windstorm in 2011.
23. Arcadia Public Library Landscaping, Tree and Shrub Project. October, 2003. Identification photos in catalog taken by Tim Whittome, Librarian. Copy also at Arcadia City Section, R 635.976 A.
24. Bookmark "Win, Place or Show @ your library" with information on back about the Seabiscuit: an American Icon exhibit at the Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum. October 2003.
25. " Facts about the Arcadia Public Library" information sheet. Statistics from July 1, 2001 to June 30, 2002 and July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003. Taken from the Arcadia Public Library annual reports.
26.A. History of the Arcadia Public Library. Covers 1913-2004. Includes historical photographs of the library. Written by staff librarian Yvonne Ng in June 2004. B. History of the Arcadia Public Library, covers 1913-Revised on February 27, 2019 to include April 2018 computer lab renovations.
27. Facts about the Arcadia Public Library, statistics from July 1, 2003 to June 30, 2004. Statistics on this page include annual number of visitors, circulation numbers, reference questions answered, Summer Reading Program participants, and volumes.
28. READ campaign 2005 featuring Library Board members. Top from L to R: Jerry Selmer, Betty Rochefort, John Fung. Front from L to R: Peter Ulrich, Marsha Burkhalter.
29. Invitation to the 85th birthday of the Arcadia Public Library on Thursday, June 16, 2005, where the digital version of the book "Arcadia: Where Ranch and City Meet" will be unveiled. Program for the 85th birthday celebration of the Arcadia Public Library. See Item 33 for digital copy of the book Arcadia: Where Ranch and City Meet by Sandy Snider and Pat McAdam.
30. "Citizen of the Month" award from the City of Arcadia Mayor Gary Kovacic presented to The Youth Volunteers of the Arcadia Public Library. January 18, 2005.
31. "Citizen of the Month" award from the City of Arcadia Mayor Gary Kovacic presented to the Arcadia Public Library English as a Second Language Tutoring Program. November 16, 2004.
32. Facts about the Arcadia Public Library, statistics from July 1, 2004 to June 30, 2005. Statistics on this page include annual number of visitors, circulation numbers, reference questions answered, Summer Reading Program participants, and volumes.
33. Digital version of the book Arcadia: Where Ranch and City Meet by Sandy Snider and Pat McAdam. The book was converted to PDF and saved on a CD-R in the black "Arcadia History Room Media Box." Digital version was unveiled Thursday, June 16, 2005 at the Arcadia Public Library 85th anniversary. See also Item 29.
34. Invitation to celebration of the 30th anniversary of the dedication of the Children's Room in honor of Captain Jerry Broadwell on Thursday, March 30, 2006.
35. Jerry Broadwell Children's Room--30th Anniversary Celebration. One sheet history of the Jerry Broadwell Children's Room, including its construction and relationship with the Arcadia Fire Department.
36. Facts about the Arcadia Public Library, statistics from July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. Statistics on this page include annual number of visitors, circulation numbers, reference questions answered, Summer Reading Program participants, and volumes.
37. Arcadia Public Library Strategic Plan, Update 2006
38. Facts about the Arcadia Public Library, statistics from July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008. Statistics on this page include annual number of visitors, circulation numbers, reference questions answered, Summer Reading Program participants, and volumes.
39. Literacy champion: jockey is latest READ icon. Jockey Aaron Gryder is the latest poster boy for the READ posters at the Arcadia Public Library. Photograph of the unveiling at Santa Anita Park Racetrack and of the poster. The Weekly Star (supplement to the Pasadena Star News), January 10, 2008.
40. Image files from the "Lucky Baldwin" READ poster photo shoot. Featuring library volunteer John Reuter dressed as city founder Lucky Baldwin, at the Arboretum, in front of the Queen Anne Cottage on October 2, 2006. In JPEG image format on CD-R. Stored in the black Arcadia History Room Media Box of disks, labeled "Terry Miller Disk 7."
41. Arcadia Public Library "Guide to Materials and Services" pamphlet. Circa 2002-2003.
42. Facts about the Arcadia Public Library, statistics from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009. Statistics on this page include annual number of visitors, circulation numbers, reference questions answered, Summer Reading Program participants, volumes, staff, and names of library board members.
43. Facts about the Arcadia Public Library, statistics from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010. Statistics include annual number of visitors, circulation numbers, reference questions answered, Summer Reading Program participants, volumes, staff, and names of library board members.
44. Barks and Books Program, slideshow c. 2008. In .mov format on CD-R in Arcadia History Room black media box.
45. A) Library policies. "Your Right to Privacy" and the "USA Patriot Act" June 16, 2005. B) Circulation Services, July 1, 2005. C) Resolution No. 6463 establishing fines and fees for Library Services, effective June 1, 2005.
46. Information regarding the Library Tile Wall, a public art project installed 2005, recollections by Linda Garcia (city hall employee).
47. History of technology at Arcadia Public Library, from 1998 through 2005, by Cathi Wiggins. Includes a note about technology at the Gilb Museum beginning in 2004 with two computer stations.
Subjects
Library (2000-2009)
Item ID
254AF
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Subject Files
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All items are street maps unless otherwise noted. 1. Official City Map of Arcadia Centennial 1903-2003 2. California City Map featuring the cities of Arcadia and E. San Gabriel. 2002 edition. 3. City of Arcadia & Los Angeles County, 2008. 4. The City of Arcadia & Los Angeles County. Undated. c…
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All items are street maps unless otherwise noted. 1. Official City Map of Arcadia Centennial 1903-2003
2. California City Map featuring the cities of Arcadia and E. San Gabriel. 2002 edition.
3. City of Arcadia & Los Angeles County, 2008.
4. The City of Arcadia & Los Angeles County. Undated. c. 2009. Map provided by Hometown Productions & Premier Map Company.
5. Arcadia, CA. Official City Map, published by Arcadia Chamber of Commerce. c. 2007. Verified advertiser Cynthia's Afternoon Tea Room was listed in 2007 Arcadia yellow pages directory.
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Maps (2000-2009)
Item ID
264AF
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Schools - History (1991-2000)

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1. AUSD Newsletter, February 1991. 2. AUSD Information Sheet, May 1991. 3. AUSD. A Report to the Community. Summer 1991. 4. "Choice": a Fatal Attraction for the 1990's? Information sheet sent by Terry Towner, Superintendent, AUSD, February 1992. 5. AUSD Information Sheet, March 1992. 6. A…
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1. AUSD Newsletter, February 1991.
2. AUSD Information Sheet, May 1991.
3. AUSD. A Report to the Community. Summer 1991.
4. "Choice": a Fatal Attraction for the 1990's? Information sheet sent by Terry Towner, Superintendent, AUSD, February 1992.
5. AUSD Information Sheet, March 1992.
6. AUSD letter from C. Earl Davis, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services to area parents re School Bond Issue dated July 6, 1992.
7. Impact of the passage of Proposition 174 on the Arcadia Unified School District and resolution of the District Governing Board opposing passage of Proposition 174: the Voucher Initiative from Mary B. Dougherty, President. n.d. circa 1992.
8. AUSD Information sheet - Bond Issue Narrowly Defeated. dated October 1992.
9. Information letter from Terrence Towner, Superintendent, AUSD to parents regarding the 1992-93 school year.
10. AUSD Newsletter, December 1992.
11. AUSD Newsletter, February 1993.
12. Voters face decisions on education, leadership. Los Angeles Times April 18, 1993.
13. AUSD Newsletter, June 1993.
14. AUSD announcement of classified openings - Day-Care Assistant. dated July 29, 1993.
15. AUSD. A Report to the Community. Summer 1993.
16. AUSD. A Report to the Community. Summer 1995.
17. Schools give community a High School. Los Angeles Times March 28, 1993.
18. Announcement re: AUSD Home Page on the World Wide Web. March 1996.
19. Profile of AUSD. AUSD Homepage. March 4, 1996.
20. AUSD letter to parents for the 1993-94 school year with addresses, phone numbers, and a construction work schedule.
21. AUSD newsletter to parents for the 1994-95 school year.
22. Arcadia Festival of Bands calendar of events, 1994.
23. School system lures diverse group to Southwest Arcadia. Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley View. January 23, 1991. p. E3.
24. Flyer welcoming students to Arcadia High School Library after school. This was in response to the Arcadia Public Library closing on Fridays. March 1998.
Subjects
Schools - History (1991-2000)
Item ID
225AF
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Subject Files
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City Council (2000-2009)

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1. Program and invitation from Twenty-Sixth Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, Roger Chandler, Mayor. April 21, 2000. 2. Program from Twenty-Eighth Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, Mickey Segal, Mayor. March 29, 2002 3. Memo from Mayor Mickey Segal on recommendation to adopt a revised rotation…
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1. Program and invitation from Twenty-Sixth Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, Roger Chandler, Mayor. April 21, 2000. 2. Program from Twenty-Eighth Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, Mickey Segal, Mayor. March 29, 2002
3. Memo from Mayor Mickey Segal on recommendation to adopt a revised rotation schedule for Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for the period of April 2002 through April 2004, and to direct staff to prepare a policy statement concerning City Council correspondence and the use of city stationery, certificates and related. April 16, 2002
4. Minutes of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting, April 18, 2000, with presentations to and remarks by outgoing Council Members Robert Harbicht, Gino Roncelli, and Mayor Roger Chandler. Reorganization of the City Council 2000-2001 with remarks and introductions by Mayor Kovacic, Mayor Pro Tem Segal, Council Members Chandler, Chang and Marshall. Election results included.
5. Program from the Twenty-Ninth Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, Gail A. Marshall, Mayor. Words to "God of our Fathers," "America the Beautiful," and "Star Spangled Banner" included on three separate sheets. April 18, 2003.
6. Program from the Thirty-First Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, Gary A. Kovacic, Mayor. 2 copies. Includes list of all mayors from the past.
7. "City of Arcadia-Year of Community and Communication" stickers made during Mickey Segal's term as mayor starting April 2001. Correspondence from Linda Garcia explaining the sticker.
8. Memo from Gary A. Kovacic, subject: Proposed Art Project, dated January 31, 2005. Proposes public painted tile art project to be displayed on the northwest wall of the Arcadia Public Library.
9. Program for the 32nd Annual Arcadia Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, hosted by Mayor John Wuo. March 17, 2006.
10. Program for the 2008 Mayor's Community Breakfast "Breakfast with Champions," formerly known as Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. Friday, April 11, 2008. Hosted by Mayor Mickey Segal. Includes biographies of guest speakers Mary Young (volunteer), Rick Caruso (real estate developer of The Shops at Santa Anita), and Bob "Mr. Inspiration" Wieland (athlete, coach, motivational speaker). 2 copies.
11. Program for the 2009 Mayor's Community Breakfast "Celebrating Youth, Family & Community," Friday, March 27, 2009, featuring Courtney Chou Lee, 2009 Tournament of Roses Rose Queen, and Dr. Laura Schlessinger, marriage and family therapist.
Subjects
City Council (2000-2009)
Item ID
265AF
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City Council-Elections (2000)

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1. Campaign literature: Sheng Chang, M.D. (3 items) 2. Campaign literature: Charles "Chuck" Chivetta, Sr. (1 item) 3. Campaign literature: Mary Dougherty. (2 items) 4. Campaign literature: Vincent Foley. (7 items) 5. Campaign literature: Gino Roncelli. (4 items) 6. Campaign literature: M…
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1. Campaign literature: Sheng Chang, M.D. (3 items)
2. Campaign literature: Charles "Chuck" Chivetta, Sr. (1 item)
3. Campaign literature: Mary Dougherty. (2 items)
4. Campaign literature: Vincent Foley. (7 items)
5. Campaign literature: Gino Roncelli. (4 items)
6. Campaign literature: Mickey Segal. (2 items)
7. "Segal, Chang Win Seats." Pasadena Star News, April 12, 2000, p. A1
Subjects
City Council-Elections (2000)
Item ID
270AF
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Subject Files
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Santa Anita Park (1991-2000)

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1. Festival Santa Anita follow-up Report dated October 27 1994 from Don Penman, Project Consultant to the Mayor and embers of the City Council. 2. On the Fast Track. (Corey Nakatani, jockey) Los Angeles Times February 16, 1995. 3. News release from the Santa Anita Companies dated March 22, 19…
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1. Festival Santa Anita follow-up Report dated October 27 1994 from Don Penman, Project Consultant to the Mayor and embers of the City Council.
2. On the Fast Track. (Corey Nakatani, jockey) Los Angeles Times February 16, 1995.
3. News release from the Santa Anita Companies dated March 22, 1995. Santa Anita Files Application for Development of Arcadia Property.
4. Santa Anita has plan for Domed Theater. Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley Section. December 5, 1993.
5. Doc Strub had a racing vision. Los Angeles Times, Section C, p.1. Column by Jim Murray. December 26, 1991.
6. Big Hoss Night at Santa Anita Park May 20, 1995. Flyer from Santa Anita Park for event sponsored by Cigna Healthcare for Seniors.
7. Proposed SART (Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc) Commercial Entertainment Planned Development Project. 1995.
8. "There's nothing like the real thing," Pasadena Magazine Fall 1994.
9. A Day at the Races. L.A. Times Valley edition March 18, 1994.
10. Promotional brochure Santa Anita Park The Great Group Place. 1993.
11. Horse racing's biggest event returns to Santa Anita. Breeders' Cup 1993. Pasadena Star News Special Section November 5, 1993.
12. California's Railbird Heaven by William Murray. New York Times Magazine. March 6, 1994.
13. Winner's Circle vol. 1 no. 2, November 1995.
14. Santa Anita A-Z. c.1995 Booklet.
15. Tracks go for broke to attract younger clientele. Orange County Register. July 23, 1997.
16. Santa Anita Rebounds to stabilize on-track business. Publicity brochure, 1997.
17. Program for the 1-Million Santa Anita handicap on March 4, 2000 and the $1,000,000 Santa Anita Derby on April 8, 2000.
18. Staff report to the Mayor and City Council from Don Penman, Deputy City Manager/Development Services on review and recommendation to (1) Adopt Resolution 6086 reaffirming the City's support for live horse racing at Santa Anita Park and encouraging any new owners of the Santa Anita Racetrack to continue to conduct live horse racing at Santa Anita Park as one of the nation's pre-eminent horse racing facilities; and (2) Review the zoning and allowable uses on the race track property. November 17, 1998.
19. Four menus from opening day, December 26, 1999 from Frontrunner restaurant at Santa Anita Park, each with a different watercolor painted for the Los Angeles Turf Club by renowned artist Sandra Oppegard.
20. Wikipedia.org article about race horse Best Pal (1988-1998), a Santa Anita Handicap and Charles H. Strub Stakes winner in 1992. Retrieved from World Wide Web July 2, 2013. See also Arcadia Authors section in History Room for book Best Pal by James Val.
21. ESPN.com article about race horse Best Pal (1988-1998), a Santa Anita Handicap and Charles H. Strub Stakes winner in 1992. Retrieved from World Wide Web July 1, 2013. See also Arcadia Authors section in History Room for book Best Pal by James Val.
22. Robert P. Strub, former head of Santa Anita and son of the founder of Santa Anita Park, Charles H. Strub, has died at the age of 74. Los Angeles Times ( ProQuest Historical), May 6, 1993.
Subjects
Santa Anita Park (1991-2000)
Item ID
203AF
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Subject Files
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Arcadia (City) History (2000-2010)

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1. Flyer and invitation for the first City of Arcadia Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic on October 28, 2001 at Arcadia County Park. (2 color copies of schedule of events, 1 b/w copy of invitation) 2. Flyer announcing the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for the victims of the terrorist att…
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1. Flyer and invitation for the first City of Arcadia Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic on October 28, 2001 at Arcadia County Park. (2 color copies of schedule of events, 1 b/w copy of invitation)
2. Flyer announcing the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Ceremony held at noon at the Civic Center Flagpole on September 14, 2001.
3. City of Arcadia Press Release about the Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic on October 27, 2002, having its own website. September 26, 2002.
4. City of Arcadia Press Release dated March 15, 2002, announcing the launching of a new communications program - "ArcadiaMail' described as an electronic news bulletin system or a mini City newsletter.
5. Email announcing that on August 7, 2001 the City Council adopted Resolution No. 6249 "designating and adopting the oak tree as the official tree of the City" and Resolution No. 6252 "designating and adopting the peacock as the official bird of the City."
6. Flyer for the Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic on October 27, 2002 at Arcadia County Park.
7. Police Department memorandum to the City Staff from City Manager William R. Kelly and by Dave Hinig, Chief of Police on Workplace Safety and Security following the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. October 12, 2001.
8. Police Department memorandum from Captain Bob Sanderson on LASO Emergency Operations Bureau protocol for response to an anthrax threat. October 16, 2001.
9. "Welcome to the City of Arcadia." A resident's guide to city information programs and services, 2001.
10. "Picnic salutes memory of Arcadia's Founder." Article about the Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic at the Arcadia County Park. Includes information on Lucky Baldwin and how he established the city of Arcadia. Arcadia Weekly, October 24-30, 2002, p.1.
11. Arbor Day Celebration program. March 7, 2000.
12. City of Arcadia, ArcadiaMail e-mail dated January 8, 2003, listing the severe damage caused by the Santa Ana winds to the Live Oak Avenue area and two digital images taken by Dick Irwin on January 6, 2003 showing the windstorm damage.
13. "History of Officials of the City of Arcadia, 1903 - 2003." Cover includes historical photos celebrating Arcadia's Centennial. 2 copies.
14. City of Arcadia press release announcing that the National Arbor Day Foundation has named the city of Arcadia a Tree City USA for the ninth year in a row. February 20, 2003.
15. "Welcome to the City of Arcadia." A resident's guide, 2003.
16. State of the City Address by Mayor Gail Marshall. City Council of the City of Arcadia Minutes. April 1, 2003.
17. Flyer for the Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic on Sunday, November 2, 2003 at Arcadia County Park. (Two copies)
18. Arcadia rallys for new Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger at the Arboretum. Arcadia Chamber of Commerce News and Views, November/December 2003, p. 1.
19. Reduced color copy of the poster advertising the 2003 Summer Concert Series on Thursdays at City Hall. Original poster (17" x 11") stored in Box #77.
20. 2004 City of Arcadia Volunteer Recognition Dinner program and letter dated March 19, 2004.
21. 2005 City of Arcadia Silver Circle Volunteer Appreciation Dinner program. "April in Paris."
22. Invitation to Military Tribute Sign Unveiling Ceremony, July 21, 2005 and "Arcadia Supports Our Troops" bumper sticker.
23. 21st Annual Intercultural Dinner program. "Harmony Around the World," November 26, 2007.
24. Arcadia: Time will tell. If the past is any indication, Arcadia is looking at a bright future. By Jana J. Monji, Pasadena Weekly, March 11, 2010.
25. 2003 Lucky Baldwin Day Community Picnic at Arcadia County Park, November 2, 2003 map of layout of booths, activities, seating, services, parking.
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Arcadia (City) History (2000-2010)
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1. Reminiscence of old Duarte Road by George H. Jackson. Copy from a scrapbook presented to Arcadia Public Library by Alton Green in 1968. Most clippings seem to be circa 1926-27-28. 2. Arcadia, City that rose. Printers "plate" of Huntington Drive 1926 and 1955. 3. Baldwin purchased Rancho, p…
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1. Reminiscence of old Duarte Road by George H. Jackson. Copy from a scrapbook presented to Arcadia Public Library by Alton Green in 1968. Most clippings seem to be circa 1926-27-28.
2. Arcadia, City that rose. Printers "plate" of Huntington Drive 1926 and 1955.
3. Baldwin purchased Rancho, planted trees along drive (Santa Anita Avenue). Daily News Post 2/15/62.
4. Huntington officially designated as secondary highway from ranch intersection to Foothill in Duarte. News clip n.d. (1930's?)
5. Arcadia Council seeking county aid for immediate improvement of Orange Ave. from viaduct to Monrovia city limits. Monrovia Journal 9/8/33.
6. Construction of swale across Santa Anita Wash on Orange Avenue to be started soon; paid by the County. News clip n.d. (1930's?)
7. City Council adopts report (list of trees for each street in Arcadia). Copied from scrapbook listed in item #1. Approx. 1927-28.
8. Baldwin deeds may be signed in three days. Copied from scrapbook listed in item #1. Approx. 1926-27.
9. Arcadia councilmen accept deeds to Baldwin highways after sensational session. Copies from scrapbook listed in item #1. Approx. 1927-28.
10. City Council scheduled to meet in L.A. Action sought on the widening of Huntington Drive. Arcadia Journal 7/14/36.
11. Arcadia streets. Typewritten sheet with old/new names of streets. n.d. Former street names.
12. Only two roads led out of city, 1890s (Duarte Road and Foothill Blvd.); Alone - Huntington Drive only paved street in city. Two small news clips n.d.
13. Sleepy Street (Intersection of Duarte Road and Baldwin Avenue). Arcadia Tribune news photo and caption August 1973.
14. Double Drive, 1890. (Shows Eucalyptus trees that once lined Santa Anita Avenue) Daily News Post news photo and caption 2/15/62.
15. Double Drive, 1962. Same location as photo in #14 but now showing a busy Santa Anita Avenue with no trees. Daily News Post news photo and caption 2/15/62.
16. Santa Anita Drive, Baldwin's Ranch. News photo and caption n.d.
17. Description of condition. Two automobiles crashed into the wash at Santa Anita due to Arcadia not repairing the bridge. Reference to Los Angeles Times article 12/16/1907.
18. Many view auto wrecks (at Santa Anita Wash). Los Angeles Daily Times. 12/16/1907.
19. Written reference sheet to view of First Street entrance to the Rancho.
20. Article from Sierra Madre Vista 2/2/1889 describing a drive from Pasadena through Arcadia to Alhambra.
21. Typed sheet of origin of street names. n.d.
22. Mr. E. J. Baldwin has consented to have White Oak Avenue (presently Foothill Boulevard.) opened. Copy of news clip, Sierra Madre Vista 4/19/1889.
23. There is a great need of a road from Sierra Madre to Savannah (near El Monte) necessitating cutting through the Baldwin property. News clip, Sierra Madre Vista 5/2/1888.
24. Battle of the barricades to begin. Arcadia City Council will hold a public hearing on a request by the Santa Anita Oaks Homeowners Association to barricade several streets. Arcadia Tribune 3/18/79
25. Baldwin purchased Rancho, planted trees along drive. Daily News Post 2/15/62.
26. Indians, rustlers haunt city street. Early history about Santa Anita Avenue. Arcadia Tribune 7/17/68.
27. The county has won in the matter of a road crossing the Santa Anita Ranch. Copied portion of news article in San Gabriel Valley News 5/9/1878.
28. Good photos of Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenue business districts from 1974 City Directory.
29. Official Opening of New Highways program with banquet information on reverse. Extensions of Huntington Drive -- connecting with Huntington Drive west of Ross Field and connecting with Colorado Street in City of Pasadena. 2/26/31.
30. Huntington Drive formal opening -- (Monrovia-Arcadia-Duarte) souvenir program 4/11/29.
31. Orange Avenue macadam will be laid shortly. Covina Argus 8/21/1915.
32. Chantry Flats night closure sought. Arcadia Highlander 3/11/87.
33. Mountain road closer to closure. Arcadia Highlander 3/18/87.
34. Chantry Flats gate still not in place yet. Arcadia Highlander 4/22/87.
35. View from the Foothills. News clip about the origination of the names of selected streets. n.d. (1930's?)
36. Invitation to groundbreaking ceremony held 8/25/95 at Orange Grove Park at the corner of Orange Grove Avenue and Baldwin Avenue in the City of Arcadia. Arcadia City Council, the Sierra Madre City Council and the County of Los Angeles announce the beginning of the Orange Grove Avenue Rehabilitation Project.
37. Orange Avenue now Colorado. Completes name change of long boulevard through Pasadena, Arcadia and Monrovia. Arcadia Tribune 8/17/34
38. Letter dated 10/27/93 from County of Los Angeles, Dept. of Public Works to Arcadia Public Library enclosing Orange Grove Avenue - Negative Declaration.
39. Huntington route approved by City. Councilmen recommend designation of lower artery as Route 66, a.k.a. Highway 66. Arcadia Tribune, p. 1, August 5, 1932. 2 copies.
40. "Celebrate Downtown." Flyer for family festival to commemorate the completion of the new downtown streetscape on 3/30/96.
41. After 10 years cities agree to fix potholes in shared road. (Orange Grove Avenue) Los Angeles Times 6/2/94
42. City memo dated August 7, 2003 announcing that Resolution No. 6351 was approved changing the name of the street between the back of the police station and the Methodist Hospital parking lot, bounded on both sides by Huntington Drive, to Centennial Way in honor of Arcadia's 100th birthday. Street was formerly called Civic Center Drive.
43. Widening of Huntington Drive at Santa Clara Street to make additional right-hand turn lane going east on Huntington Drive, at Santa Clara Street. Two title searches by First American Title Insurance Company. The first title search is dated January 19, 2010 and the other dated July 19, 2010 and amended July 23, 2010 to determine ownership of a strip of land needed, and supporting explanation from Carolyn Garner-Reagan (e-mail, June 7, 2011) and Phil Wray (City Council minutes, May 25, 2011). The land was once owned by Southern Pacific Railroad but has since dismissed its interest in the land.
44. "Council overrules Huntington businesses" by Scott Hettrick. A new median in center of Huntington Drive at San Rafael will block left turns. Mountain Views News. May 26, 2012, p. 6. This work is part of a plan to revise three intersections along Huntington Drive between San Rafael and Santa Anita Avenue in hopes of improving traffic flow.
45. Historic Route 66-California, turn by turn directions from Upland through Arcadia to Pasadena. Retrieved December 4, 2014 from http://www.historic66.com.
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Streets
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243AF
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Arcadia First! A Coalition for Sensible Growth

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1."Make your voice heard" mailed to residents calling for attendance at the November 16, 2005 City Council meeting. 2. "The devil is in the details: the fine print. What is the racetrack's developer hiding from Arcadia?" mailed to residents discussing differences in what the developer Caruso Affili…
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1."Make your voice heard" mailed to residents calling for attendance at the November 16, 2005 City Council meeting.
2. "The devil is in the details: the fine print. What is the racetrack's developer hiding from Arcadia?" mailed to residents discussing differences in what the developer Caruso Affiliated promises and Arcadia's reality if The Shops at Santa Anita are built.
3. Introduction to Arcadia First!, key concerns of the organization, and vision statement. Printed from the World Wide Web, February 23, 2006, URL: http://www.arcadiafirst.org
4. Letter from Arcadia First! sent to Arcadia residents, dated June 20, 2005. Regarding race track development proposal. Signed by Rouben Jardemian, Ann Durgerian, Efrain Cabrera. Includes Chinese translation, vision statement, key concerns of the group, and a response form.
5. Information/membership packet for Arcadia First! Includes clipping "Racetrack mall concerns Arcadia First! group" from Arcadia Weekly, April 13, 2006; press release "Arcadians sound off on concerns over racetrack development" by Bernetta K. Reade, March 2, 2005; Letter to Mayor John Wuo and City Council regarding "Racetrack development-breaking the cycle of failure" and attachments, January 23, 2006.
6. "Arcadia Voter Turnout Success" mailer from Arcadia First!
7. "Guest [sic] What? A New Proposal-Same Problems!" mailer from Arcadia First!
8. Urgent Response Needed: make your voice heard on the race track project. Call for residents to attend public hearing November 28, 2006.
9. Letter to residents signed by Willie Xue and Sonia B. Williams. Calls for comments on the Revised Draft Environmental Impact Report (RDEIR) on the "Shops at Santa Anita" project. With enclosures A) Comments form letter and B) Shops at Santa Anita Regional Mall Proposal Revised Draft Environmental Report Outstanding Questions, December 1, 2006.
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Arcadia First! A Coalition for Sensible Growth
Item ID
277AF
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Arcadia Public Library Building Blueprints First & Wheeler

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Library Building Blueprints, First Avenue and Wheeler St. Proposed and approved alteration and addition. C.A. Taylor, Architect. Blueprints c. 1940s. C.R. Hoskins, Architect. Sketches, 5-29-1945. Harold Nicolais, Architect. undated approved blueprints.
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Library Building Blueprints, First Avenue and Wheeler St. Proposed and approved alteration and addition. C.A. Taylor, Architect. Blueprints c. 1940s. C.R. Hoskins, Architect. Sketches, 5-29-1945. Harold Nicolais, Architect. undated approved blueprints.
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Arcadia Public Library Building Blueprints First & Wheeler
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 012
Shelf Number
Shelf H14
Item ID
444AF
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Blueprints Kieways Avenue

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Blueprints – Kieways Avenue, Items 1-8 1. Plot plan for Proposed addition to office, 345 Kieways, Arcadia, July 13, 1956. Plans by General Contractor Peter Kiewit Sons’ Co. 2. Plot plan, Sections and details for 345 Kieways Ave. Arcadia, February 1, 1955. Office addition for Peter Kiewit Sons’ Co.…
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Blueprints – Kieways Avenue, Items 1-8 1. Plot plan for Proposed addition to office, 345 Kieways, Arcadia, July 13, 1956. Plans by General Contractor Peter Kiewit Sons’ Co. 2. Plot plan, Sections and details for 345 Kieways Ave. Arcadia, February 1, 1955. Office addition for Peter Kiewit Sons’ Co. Stapled to Plan, Foundation Plan Elevations & General Notes, Feb. 1, 1955 (William G. Taylor-structural engineer) and Plan Correction Sheet from City of Arcadia Building Dept., February 7, 1955. 3. Plans for 2nd floor addition, 345 Kieways, Arcadia, September 17, 1956 4. Proposed office building change plan for 345 Kieways Ave. Arcadia, November 24, 1953 5. Plans for 345 Kieways, Arcadia, October 8, 1954 6. Blue print for 418 Kieways Ave. September 29, 1997 7. Plot plan for D.J. Acheson, 418 Kieways Ave., Arcadia, CA. December 26, 1946 8. Blue print Plot Plan for Crest Molded Products, Inc., 401 Kieways, Arcadia, December 11, 1950
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Blueprints Kieways Avenue
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 86
Shelf Number
Shelf H15
Item ID
392AF
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City of Arcadia- Arcadia Redevelopment Agency

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City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1962-1984.
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City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1962-1984.
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City of Arcadia- Arcadia Redevelopment Agency
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 91
Shelf Number
Shelf C6
Item ID
397AF
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City of Arcadia -Arcadia Redevelopment Agency

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City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1985-1991 Amended Agency Bylaws approved by the Agency and Council on March 6, 2001 Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1997 Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1998 Lease Rate Data Inform…
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City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1985-1991
Amended Agency Bylaws approved by the Agency and Council on March 6, 2001
Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1997
Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1998
Lease Rate Data Information Sheets-July 1995, July 1998, February 1999, December 1999, June 2001, January 2002, September 2002, April 2003, November 2003.
City of Arcadia Assessed Value (Net Taxable) Fiscal Years 1986-1987 through 2000-2001. City of Arcadia Business License Activity and Building Permit Valuation History for FY 1995-1996 through 2000-2001. Redevelopment Agency Highlights 1974-2001). Partial list of Agency Asssisted Projects.
Subjects
City of Arcadia -Arcadia Redevelopment Agency
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 92
Shelf Number
Shelf C6
Item ID
398AF
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Shops at Santa Anita (The) (Not built)- See also Caruso Affiliated and Arcadia First! for the "Mall War"

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1. "The Shops at Santa Anita"aren't right for Arcadia. Mailed to residents in February, 2006 by Westfield Santa Anita in opposition to new mall. Photos in the flyer are not of Arcadia Fire Department or Arcadia Police Department. 2. "Date Night at The Grove," invitation from Caruso Affiliated, Apri…
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1. "The Shops at Santa Anita"aren't right for Arcadia. Mailed to residents in February, 2006 by Westfield Santa Anita in opposition to new mall. Photos in the flyer are not of Arcadia Fire Department or Arcadia Police Department.
2. "Date Night at The Grove," invitation from Caruso Affiliated, April 2006.
3. "Stop The Shops at Santa Anita" and billboards, wall signs, animated signs, mailer paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P.
4. "Public Scoping Meeting: the Shops at Santa Anita Park-Revised Project," June 13, 2006.
5. Grand opening and open house of the office of The Shops at Santa Anita and Caruso Affiliated. May 2006.
6. "Caruso Project Faces Key Test on Wednesday." San Marino Tribune, April 5, 2007.
7. Caruso Affiliated newsletter "Speaking Santa Anita, an update on The Shops at Santa Anita" sent to residents. December 2006. Arcadia firefighters support the shops. Planning Commission hears from Arcadians such as Ruth Dunlop. Supporter spotlight on Nancy Chan.
Subjects
Shops at Santa Anita (The) - See also Caruso Affiliated and Arcadia First! for the "Mall War"
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280AF
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Community Recreation Center Proposal (1971)

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1. Arcadia Civic Center Master Plan. 2. "Build an auditorium for Arcadia." Sponsor to enter Jog-A-Walk-A-Torium, photocopy. 3. Description of photo #1366. 4. Description of photo #1367. 5. Description of photo #1368. 6. Description of photo #1369. 7. Description of photo #1370. 8. Large pos…
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1. Arcadia Civic Center Master Plan.
2. "Build an auditorium for Arcadia." Sponsor to enter Jog-A-Walk-A-Torium, photocopy.
3. Description of photo #1366.
4. Description of photo #1367.
5. Description of photo #1368.
6. Description of photo #1369.
7. Description of photo #1370.
8. Large postcard showing architects' rendering of Community Recreation Center and Arcadia Police Facility relative to a "Yes" vote February 29, 1972.
9. Brochure relative to the passage of Proposition A for a bond issue to build the Community Center and the new Police Facility, February 29, 1972.
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Community Recreation Center Proposal (1971)
Item ID
72AF
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Arcadia Hot Sheet (2004-present)

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1. Arcadia Hot Sheet. First issued April 2004. April 2004 - current. Brought to you by the Communication and Marketing Division of the City of Arcadia. Highlighting news and events from around our town!
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1. Arcadia Hot Sheet. First issued April 2004. April 2004 - current. Brought to you by the Communication and Marketing Division of the City of Arcadia. Highlighting news and events from around our town!
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Arcadia Hot Sheet (2000-2020)
Arcadia Hot Sheet (2021-2030)
Item ID
273AF
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Business and Industry

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1. Grand Opening Flyer for Shen's Books and Supplies, February 1992. 2. "Lee Tracy opens new service station." Arcadia Tribune, August 24, 1934, page 1. 3. "Modern Rest Home in Arcadia." Arcadia Tribune, August 24, 1934, page 7. 4. "Night vision devices (Varo Optical)." Arcadia Tribune, Decembe…
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1. Grand Opening Flyer for Shen's Books and Supplies, February 1992.
2. "Lee Tracy opens new service station." Arcadia Tribune, August 24, 1934, page 1.
3. "Modern Rest Home in Arcadia." Arcadia Tribune, August 24, 1934, page 7.
4. "Night vision devices (Varo Optical)." Arcadia Tribune, December 3, 1967.
5. "Teb Inc. Pioneers City's Chicago Park." Arcadia Tribune, December 1967. Other articles in this series are in the last 2 months of 1967.
6. "He lined his (Nutria Raising)." Mechanix Illustrated, no date.
7. "Medical Breakthrough (Dupaco Inc.)." Arcadia Tribune, December 22, 1966.
8. "Midst of depression (Kophamer - Carl's Corn)." Arcadia News Post, January 16, 1970.
9. "Carl Kophamers receive." Arcadia Tribune, January 21, 1970.
10. "An idea made of glass (Arcadia Sliding Glass Doors)." Fortune, November 1955, page 250.
11. "Curry can save water (Drip Irrigation)." Arcadia Tribune, July 22, 1973.
12. Standard Industrial Survey. Profile for business location, July 1963.
13. "Arcadia company plays big role (D.B. Milliken Company)." Arcadia News Post, December 5, 1969.
14. "Old pharmacy closing (Arcadia Pharmacy)." Arcadia Tribune, April 28, 1974, page A4.
15. "King's Pharmacy." Arcadia Tribune, February 24, 1977, page C6.
16. "Discovering a new oil field." Copied from original promotion brochure in scrapbook of Alton Green, circa 1926-1927.
17. "Arcadia Drive-In Market." San Gabriel Valley Digest, April 1930, pages 16-17.
18. "Arcadia Business districts." News clip, circa 1930.
19. Notes on Hinshaw's Department Store.
20. "Arcadia has space." Chamber of Commerce brochure, no date.
21. "Footprints in space." D.B. Milliken brochure, no date.
22. Arcadia Industrial and Manufacturing Guide, 1961.
23. Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Industrial and Manufacturing Guide, 1968.
24. Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Industrial and Manufacturing Guide, 1971.
25. Arcadia Industrial Directory, 1973.
26. Arcadia Industrial Directory, 1976.
27. "Schmidt selects strategic sites for new brewery." News clip, circa 1933-1934.
28. "One of the first samples of what may be expected. Proposed theater in El Rancho Shopping District." Herald Tribune, March 22, 1948.
29. House at 22 E. Foothill. Quote from Phyllis Walker, January 23, 1978.
30. Quaser Industries' Sales Promotional Androids, circa 1978.
31. "International Headquarters." Arcadia Tribune, April 20, 1978.
32. "Arcadia shopping centers." Chamber of Commerce map showing shopping areas, circa 1974?
33. "Arcadia business districts." Arcadia Tribune, August 3, 1934.
34. "Carl's Corn." Reference to Arcadia Tribune article, August 22, 1974.
35. "First national Bank of Arcadia is being organized." Inglewood California News, May 19, 1916.
36. Some department store openings, pre 1967.
37. List of Arcadia Tribune entries on subject.
38. "Groundbreaking marks fresh start on center." Arcadia Tribune, July 26, 1964.
39. "Pantry Market opens newest store in Golden West Village." Arcadia Tribune, June 9, 1966.
40. "Vons to build new unit." Arcadia Tribune, July 14, 1966.
41. "Grand opening at Marketowne." Arcadia Tribune, February 26, 1948.
42. "First Village Center to house grocery (El Rancho Market)." Arcadia Tribune, June 10, 1948.
43. "Parking problem solved for shoppers in West Arcadia area." Arcadia Tribune, March 20, 1952.
44. "West Arcadia welcomes new Hinshaw's Department Store." Arcadia Tribune, March 20, 1952.
45. "New store in West Arcadia opens on site of first one." Arcadia Tribune, March 30, 1952. Refers to first building in West Arcadia.
46. "West Arcadia Business Association cooperation sparks shopping district." Arcadia Tribune, March 30, 1952.
47. "West side shows development since 1924." News clip, August 3, 1934.
48. Article about the Android Amusement Corporation that rents robots. New West.
49. "Business district goes for new respectability (Diamond Jubilee Supplement)." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978.
50. "New local bank possible." Arcadia Tribune, September 17, 1978, page A1.
51. "Savings and Loan grows." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978. Supplement about the history of Homes Savings and Loan in Arcadia.
52. "Business district: from saloons to new respectability." Arcadia Tribune, July 16, 1978.
53. Arcadia All Pro Athletic Club. Promotional flyer, January 1979.
54. "Business license information and requirements." Arcadia Chamber of Commerce booklet, 1978.
55. "Landmark gone - Hartzler Shoe Store." Arcadia Tribune, February 8, 1979.
56. "Pair banking on permit approval." Arcadia Tribune, January 14, 1979.
57. "Mergers add to growth." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978, supplement.
58. "Enlarges shop (Becker's Dress Shop)." Arcadia Tribune, September 7, 1934.
59. "Physicians and dentists in Monrovia market area." Statistics showing members of both categories in Arcadia and other nearby towns. Coldwell-Banker economic study, done for Monrovia, 1976.
60. "Great Western Arcadia opens." Arcadia Tribune, June 26, 1979, page B1.
61. "Arcadia gets its own bank." Arcadia Tribune, July 15, 1979, page A1.
62. Logo of First National Bank of Arcadia. Copy of check loaned by Phyllis Walker. Check had been written by her grandfather, Dr. Fletcher G. Sanborn, whose practice and home were at 100 N. First Avenue.
63. "Arcadia Hardware Company." News clip, 1934.
64. Joseph Becker, proprietor of Becker's Dress Shop.
65. "Arcadia's newest service station (owner Roy Swanson)." News clip, 1934.
66. "When on June 1, 1925, the First National Bank of America ..." News clip, no date.
67. "Summary statistics for counties and cities with 2,500 inhabitants or more. 1977 Census of Wholesale Trade.
68. "Summary statistics for cities with 500 establishments or more." 1977 Census of Retail Trade.
69. "Arcadia Lumber: it's a local landmark." Arcadia Tribune, June 1, 1980, photo.
70. Notes on saddlery shops and stables in Arcadia. Information supplied by Sandy Snider, Los Angeles County Arboretum.
71. "Statistics by kind of business for major retail centers and central business districts in SMSA." 1977 Census of Retail Trade.
72. "This sleek 1935 Chevrolet panel truck is ...(Ralph's Flowers)." Arcadia Temple City Courier, May 1, 1980.
73. Fact sheet on Carl's Corn Stand. Information given by daughter Arly Kophamer Barton, July 1980.
74. "Oldest continuous one-owner business in the City of Arcadia." Arcadia Chamber of Commerce New Bulletin, 1981.
75. Ad for Dr. C.B. Caldwell and Dr. F.G. Sanborn. Source and date unknown.
76. "Gourmet Graphic of Arcadia district." Pasadena Star News, 1993.
77. "Arcadia bagel bakery on a roll." Prodigy from Los Angeles Times, November 13, 1994.
78. "An open letter to you from H. Richard Closson, President of Huntington Bank." Flyer from Huntington Bank, 1981.
79. Business license information and requirements for establishment, 1981. Booklet for the new businessman planning to establish a business in Arcadia.
80. "Dairy features all products (Hugh E. Buck Dairy)." San Gabriel Valley Digest, April 1930.
81. "Changes business to home town (Dr. Carl F. Bass, Optometrist)." San Gabriel Valley Digest, April 1930.
82. "Arcadia's pioneer printers (D.H. and Frank G. Roush)." San Gabriel Valley Digest, April 1930.
83. Rancho Television Center announces their opening. Business announcement in greeting card format with Queen Anne Cottage on front, 1950.
84. "Downtown group paces growth of shopping district - McCoy Building." News clip, no date.
85. "Arcadia Hardware." Arcadia tribune, August 3, 1937. The same picture as in #63.
86. "Stoker's Market on Santa Anita." Arcadia Tribune, August 3, 1934.
87. George. N. Boyer, Jeweler. 1948 calendar.
88. "The drive-in market." News clip, 1933.
89. "Romancing the carriage (William Barton family)." News Digest, Volume III, Number 21, May 27 - June 2, 1987, pages 5-6.
90. Businesses in Arcadia over 30-40 years. List compiled from City Directory, 1986.
91. "Ribbon cutting (Sir Speedy Print Shop)." Arcadia Highlander, May 6, 1987.
92. "Pain of progress in Arcadia (Golden West Village)." Pasadena Star News, Monday Business section, March 14, 1988.
93. Teledyne profile (English edition), 1986.
94. A letter regarding Arcadia Ceramics from Jenny Derwich of Jenstan - research in U.S. pottery and porcelain, May 13, 1988.
95. "Hinshaw's readies for closeout." Pasadena Star News, June 24, 1992.
96. Hinshaw's Going Out of Business Sale. Flyer, June 26, 1992.
97. Hinshaw's Going Out of Business Sale. Flyer, June 27, 1992.
98. "Departed stores. Hinshaw's in Arcadia is latest retailer to be squeezed out." Los Angeles Times, June 27, 1992, Section D, page 1.
99. 1993 Retail Store Sales Tax Budget Estimates. By Hinderliter, de Llamas and Associates, November 2, 1993.
100. Draft listing of 1993 Arcadia Top 25 Sales Tax producers; Top 17 Property Owners by 1992 Assessed Value; Top TOT (Bed Tax) Hotels; City of Arcadia Employers with 50 or more employees on site. March 1994.
101. City of Arcadia Information for Businesses. Economic Development Department, City of Arcadia, November 1989.
102. City of Arcadia Information for Businesses. Economic Development Department, City of Arcadia, January 1992.
103. Lease rate data information sheet. Economic Development Department, City of Arcadia, July 1995.
104. "Slimming by the sea so happily." San Gabriel Valley Tribune, March 14, 1991, page C1.
105. "Time is changing in the Model S & L." New York Times, May 22, 1996.
106. Article regarding the new Southern California Floral and Perfume Company in Arcadia. Monrovia Planet, June 4, 1887.
107. "Who's on First? Ralph's Florist on First Avenue." Arcadia Weekly, February 20, 1997.
108. "Hotel deal done (Extended Stay America Hotel)." Arcadia Weekly, April 3, 1997, page 1.
109. Charles Eaton Entrepreneur of restaurants. The Gryphon. June 1947. Pub. by United Pacific Insurance Company.
110. Summary of industrial survey. 1929.
111. Road atlas and travel guide which has advertisements for Arcadia businesses. c.1982
112. Article about Chantry Flat mule station. Pasadena Star News. March 2, 2001.
113. Flyer opposing the presence of the Golden Eyes Gentlemen's Club, a nude juice bar in Arcadia. probably 1999.
114. Arcadia sales tax third quarter receipts during April-June 1997.
115. Letter dated September 6, 2001 from CB Richard Ellis, Inc. announcing the execution of a 30,000 square foot building for National Automobile and Casualty Insurance Company at 51 North Fifth Avenue and an additional 55,600 square foot 3-story office building at 488 Santa Clara Street. Invitation to the ground breaking ceremony on October 11, 2001 and a color marketing flyer showing location and renderings of the buildings.
116. Two brochures on programs being held at "The Carter Report Center" located at 100 W. Duarte Road. c2002
117. 1993 Arcadia downtown business owner listing. Includes business name, address, owner name and description, phone number and number of employees. August 2, 1993.
118. 1993 Assessor's Record Search Books listing of downtown Arcadia property owners. August 25, 1993.
119. 1984 Los Angeles County Assessor Roll Print listing of downtown Arcadia property owners. 1984.
120. Brochure for El Rancho Meat and Provisions, Inc. located at 624 S. Santa Anita. c2003.
121. Letter to Janet Sporleder from Judy Wang, Marketing Assistant at AddALL.com with information on the company and 11 bookmark designs for review.
122. Commercial/Industrial Properties Lease Rate Data Information Sheet. November 2003. Includes information on the available square feet, land use, lease terms, and agent or owner for properties in the city business areas - Downtown, Duarte Road/First Avenue, West Arcadia, North Arcadia, South Arcadia, and Chicago Park.
123. E.J. Gengler Mfg. Co. instruction sheet for the "Time-Her-Rite Milking Machine Timer" (dairy equipment). Copyright 1942 and 1944. See also: vertical file Oral History for more information on Edwin J. Gengler.
124. Milliken Gardens, 1951 catalog and order sheets (inserted). This was a nursery or flower seller at 385 W. Colorado Street, Arcadia, California. Note that California sales tax is 3% on the order forms.
125. "2008 Top 6 Icons: Entrepreneurs" from The Magazine, Pasadena Foothills Region, June 2008, Vol 2, Issue 6; pp. 18-21. www.themagazinell.com. Articles by Steve Tobia, features six entrepreneurs, including business owner Paul Rusnak, owner of local automobile dealership Rusnak Mercedes Benz (Rusnak Auto Group).
126. Potenza College Consulting pamphlet, 1201 W. Huntington Drive, Suite 106, Arcadia, CA 91007. In business since 2000. No date.
127. The Cottage Shop, 1107 S. Baldwin Avenue. Newspaper ad for a jet-black super-gloss, padded box containing 50 match books, called the "Ebony Chest" for $1.60. Los Angeles Times, February 11, 1945.
128. Newspaper ad for Milliken Gardens, 385 W. Colorado Street, Arcadia, California. Selling irises and daylilies for $3.50. Los Angeles Times, April 11, 1943.
129. Yes, Southern California Can Grow Good Tobacco, Too. Los Angeles Times, August 15, 1920. John Glenn and David Ford grow tobacco on thirty acres in Monrovia and Arcadia. Their business is the Glenn-Ford Plantation.
130. Keychain-key fob The Arcadia Tradition, "Celebrate Downtown!" March 30, 1996.
131. Mrs. Arlowyn Barton introduces Carl's Sweet Corn now packaged to insure tenderness. Arcadia Tribune, August 23, 1956. (Photo of Arly Barton).
132. Vanishing institutions by Scott Hettrick, from Arcadiasbest.com and Mountain Views News, February 28, 2015. Businesses in Arcadia that have closed include Arcadia Welfare and Thrift, Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, 101-to-1 Cocktail Bar, and Vons Headquarters in the former May Company store building on Michillinda Avenue.
133. The Changing Face of Arcadia-Commercial Brokerage Firm Submits Proposal for Downtown Districts. Arcadia Weekly, February 4, 2016.
134. Logistics project approved, 81-acre site, formerly a gravel mine, a 1.6 million-square-foot logistics center and industrial park is in Arcadia, but it abuts an El Monte residential neighborhood and El Monte leaders are asking Arcadia to consider sharing its revenues from the project. By Courtney Tompkins, Pasadena Star News, p. A3, March 3, 2016.
135. Trial will decide GemCoin CEO's debt. Steve Chen was part of pyramid scheme, Pasadena Star News, December 30, 2016.
136. Map of business districts in Arcadia and demographic estimates, letter by Tim Schwehr of Arcadia Development Services Dept. about NAI Capital consultants. October 14, 2016.
137. Business card for Barton's Carriages, the William Barton Family, Arly Barton and Bill Barton. See also related Carl's Sweet Corn, Carl Kophamer.
138. 4 articles. Rabbit growers, rabbit breeders, National Rabbit Association of America will meet in the Chamber of Commerce room at City Hall. Program will feature a display of Junior Bucks and Does. Everyone is invited to attend and bring one or more of their rabbits. Building hits million mark. September permits push total to $1,101,525 for 1938. Largest single item on the official building report was $18,000 for Santa Anita Park entrance building which houses ticket booths. Home of Arcadia's home newspaper Arcadia Bulletin. City Council plans improvements called to order by Mayor Malin, including discussions of dances held at American Legion, rezoning Huntington Strip and angled parking lines in front of Market Basket. Arcadia Bulletin, October 6, 1938.
139. Letterhead from Baker's Commercial Refrigeration 144 East Huntington Drive, Phone: DOuglas7-7904. Besocke Tool & Manufacturing Co. 228 North First Avenue, Phone: DOuglas7-2092. Modern Decorators 405 Genoa Street, Phone: DOuglas7-1147. Trailertown 4241 East Live Oak, Phone: DOuglas7-3878 (Fred and Emma Munson)
140. Grand Opening of Nash's West Arcadia Store, Arcadia Tribune, July 2, 1953. Location at 1325 South Baldwin Avenue. Architect Yates Palz. Ralph G. Browning, West Arcadia manager.
141. Due to the drought in Mexico, red jalapeno peppers needed to make Huy Fong Foods' sriracha sauce are in short supply. Though Ray Goei of Arcadia says he isn't worried because he still has a big bottle at home, he may find an empty shelf or a hefty price increase when he tries to get more. A 9-ounce bottle of Huy Fong's chili sauce, normally $2.49 is now offered on Ebay for $18.89 and $34.50 from a third-party seller on Walmart.com. This week, the Arcadia branch of 99 Ranch Market had the 17-ounce bottle on sale for $5.98. Pasadena Star News, p. A1, A8, July 9, 2023.
142. 99 Ranch Market opens in shops at Santa Anita. Pasadena Star News, p. A3, October 2, 2023.
143. Let's make a record! With the comeback of the popularity of vinyl records and the resulting bottleneck created in their production, Gil Tamazyan, Moe Espinosa (a.k.a. Drumcell), Surachai, and Cyrusrex founded Onyx Record Press in Arcadia. Using new, advanced machinery, they hope to fill a void and help independent artists continue to put their music out without the frustrating delays. Pasadena Star News, p. C4, October 22, 2023.
144. Fans commiserate in closing of their beloved bookstore. Karen Kropp, owner of the Book Rack in Arcadia, announced the closure of the store on First Avenue after forty years. Pasadena Star News, p. A1, A7, February 29, 2024..
Subjects
Business and Industry
Physical Description
3 folders
Item ID
41AF
Collection
Subject Files
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Arcadia Public Library Building. Application for California Library Construction and Renovation Bond Act Funds

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Contents
One complete set of all documents, date 17 July, 1991. Continued in Box 018B
Contents
One complete set of all documents, date 17 July, 1991. Continued in Box 018B
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library Building. Application for California Library Construction and Renovation Bond Act Funds
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 018A
Shelf Number
Shelf H4
Item ID
460AF
Collection
Subject Files
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