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Editor's note (05/16/2018): As you might have seen in the news, a fire broke out at a strip mall located at Valley Boulevard and New Avenue. While officials conduct their investigation, please be advised that streets near Valley Boulevard and New Avenue may be impacted.
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Good evening, San Gabriel:
Thank you for joining us for
Fire Service Day! Despite the slight drizzle, the San Gabriel Fire Department welcomed hundreds of residents who were interested in visiting their local fire department.
As we approach the next weekend, be sure to join us for
Play Day at Vincent Lugo Park this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. We'll have food, games and more to celebrate the life and art of Benjamin Dominguez.
Finally, May is National Water Safety Month! Be sure to read
our tips on you can be smart about pool safety.
Now, here's what's making news for the week of May 16, 2018:
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City Council to initiate study with LA County Fire
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A wrap-up of the May 15 City Council meeting is now available
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In a unanimous vote, the City Council approved the start of a feasibility study with Los Angeles County Fire. If you've been following our blog, you're aware that the San Gabriel Fire Department was previously engaged in a tri-city fire agreement with San Marino and South Pasadena. Since that agreement was dissolved, a study was commissioned to evaluate the San Gabriel Fire Department and the services it provides to our community.
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Draft of the City's 2018-19 budget now online
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Latest proposal lists a budget breakdown of each City department
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As the City develops its budget for the 2018-19 fiscal year, here's an update on how the next proposed budget is progressing. The wrap-up includes a breakdown of every City department, a look at general fund revenues and more.
With this draft now in place, the City will be progressing to the preliminary budget presentation on June 5 to the City Council. You can follow the progression of this year's budget season by visiting Budget Central. |
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Splash into summer with an aquatics class
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Community Services to offer several aquatics classes for the summer
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Summer is around the corner, and Community Services is proud to offer a variety of aquatic programs for all ages!
Programs include swim lessons, lap swimming and water aerobics. In addition, the department is also offering several new programs. Registration begins on May 21 at the Recreation Office, and you may view a full list of programs here.
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Summer Nights series begins this summer
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Music and entertainment to be featured during the summer season
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Join us for San Gabriel Summer Nights for a season of fun, games and entertainment.
Community Services, in conjunction with the Mission Playhouse and Community Development, will be hosting seven summer concerts and three summer movies. Bring the entire family for a relaxing evening under the stars...you won't want to miss this great line-up of summer events!
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Mark your calendars: Surf's Up kicks off summer season
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Street party occurs on June 14 in the Mission District
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Kick off the Summer Nights series in the Mission District on June 14 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Surf's Up San Gabriel! This year's event will feature a live concert by Woodie and the Longboards, food, a kids zone, fun, games and a beer and wine garden.
We hope to see you there!
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Get your bicycles cleaned and tuned on May 26
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San Gabriel Police Department to celebrate National Bike Month
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In celebration of National Bike Month, the San Gabriel Police Department will be hosting a free bicycle tune-up for San Gabriel residents. Roll by the Public Works facility on May 26 from 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to take advantage of free bicycle washes and tune-ups.
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APA Festival continues at the Playhouse
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Watch King Hu's "Dragon Inn" and Frank Lin's "American Fusion"
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This week, the Mission Playhouse will screen two films as the APA Festival continues. Catch legendary Chinese filmmaker King Hu's 1967 martial arts masterpiece "Dragon Inn" on May 17 at 7:30 p.m. In addition, attend an outdoor screening of Frank Lin's American Fusion on May 20 at 8:00 p.m. in the Grapevine.
The Asian Pacific American festival runs through Saturday, May 26 with workshops, film screenings and performances.
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Upcoming City Council meetings
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Study Sessions
- Thursday, May 17, 2018 - 5:30 p.m., City Commission Interviews, City Hall, Council Chambers
- Thursday, May 24, 2018 - 5:30 p.m., City Commission Interviews, City Hall, Council Chambers
Regular Meetings
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Tuesday, June 5, 2018 - 6:30 p.m., City Council Meeting, City Hall, Council Chambers
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Upcoming commission meetings
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- Monday, June 4, 2018 - 6:30 p.m., Community Services Commission Meeting, City Hall, Council Chambers
All meetings are held at City Hall in the Council Chambers.
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pcoming events at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse:
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Thursday, May 31, 7:00 p.m.: San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, "San Gabriel Community Services' Gotta Dance," 320 South Mission Drive
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Sunday, June 3, 3:00 p.m.: San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, "Olympia Philharmonic Society's Summer Romance," Free Community Concert, 320 South Mission Drive
Here is a list of events coming up in the San Gabriel community:
- Wednesday, May 16, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.: San Gabriel Chamber of Commerce, "Race Like the Wind to the Business Expo!," Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel, 225 West Valley Boulevard
- Friday, May 18, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: San Gabriel Library, "Teen Advisory Board Meeting," 500 South Del Mar Avenue
- Saturday, May 19, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: City of San Gabriel, "Play Day," Vincent Lugo Park
- Thursday, May 24, 10:45 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.: San Gabriel Valley Humane Society, "Cause an Effect," Chipotle
- Saturday, May 26, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: San Gabriel Police Department, "Bicycle Tune-Up Event," 917 East Grand Avenue
- Tuesday, June 5, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: San Gabriel Fire Department, "Hands on CPR," 1303 South Del Mar Avenue
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We're currently recruiting for the following positions:
- Maintenance Worker I (Full-Time) - Closes on May 17, 2018
- Maintenance Worker I (Part-Time) - Closes on May 17, 2018
- Assistant Day Camp Director (Part-Time) - Open until filled
- Senior Recreation Leader (Part-Time) - Closes on May 31, 2018
- Police Sergeant - Closes on May 24, 2018
- Mission Playhouse Stage Crew - Multiple positions available!
- Mission Playhouse Usher - Continuous
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Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate) - Continuous
- Recreation Leader
- Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
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