Thanks to new technology at the Arcadia Public Library, individuals who are blind or visually impaired can be well read. The Reading Edge scans printed text, converts it into synthesized speech and then reads it aloud. Photo.
The City Council approved a mandatory water conservation program that requires a 10% decrease in water use by all residents, as well as the use of penalties if residents use more than their share of water.
Arcadia's top stories for 1993 included the proposal for a music center at Santa Anita Park, the proposal to fill the Rodeffer Landfill, and the temporary weekend closures at Wilderness Park.
The library has new equipment for people with special needs. The "Reading Edge" scans printed text, converts it and then reads it aloud for those who are blind or visually impaired. The library also has a color video magnification system.
A public hearing to air teachers' contract proposals was well attended by an angry public. Some expressed the view that teachers were out to get everything they can.
The City Council passed a resolution supporting the Arcadia Coalition for Education, a group of educators and community members demanding more state money for schools.
City Council is looking at fee increases, proposed elimination of as many as 14 full-time positions and other controversial alternatives to balance the 1996-97 budget.
Arcadia, along with other Foothill communities, received allotments from the Southern California Association of Governments for the purpose of building bicycle paths. Arcadia's share amounted to $8884.
More than 400 people crammed City Hall and an adjacent outside courtyard Tuesday, as City Council wrestled with ways to slash $2 million from its annual budget.
Fantastic Sams, a popular hair salon, opened a new store at 50 West Las Tunas Drive. They offer a 20% senior discount for the 55+ crowd Monday thru Friday, as well as a special play area with toys for small children.