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FORMER ARCADIA MAYOR JAMES HELMS PASSES AWAY AT 100
ARCADIA, CA – The City of Arcadia is deeply saddened to announce the passing of former Mayor James “Jim” Helms, who died at the age of 100. A beloved community leader, veteran, attorney, and philanthropist, Jim Helms leaves an extraordinary legacy of service in Arcadia and throughout the San Gabriel Valley. “Former Mayor Jim Helms was one of Arcadia’s greatest lights, a man whose integrity, brilliance, and quiet strength shaped this city for generations. To me, he was not
ARCADIA MAYORAL ROTATION SCHEDULE UPDATED
When the City Charter was updated to include an automatic rotation of the Mayor, City prepared a schedule for the first five rotations. With the coming transition in February, that original cycle will be completed. Below and attached is an updated schedule for the next five years. We will update the names for 2028 and beyond after the 2026 elections are completed.
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Contact us https://www.arcadiaca.gov/enrich/recreation___community_services/contact_us/index.php Senior Lunch Program The senior lunch program operates Monday through Friday from 11:30am - 12:15pm and offers those 55 years or older a meal for $3. During the week of December 1, 208 meals were served. On Thursday, December 4, seniors celebrated National Sock Day. Monday Dance On Monday December 1, 100 seniors attended Monday Dance's performance by Nightlife. Monday Dance is a p
ELARA DISCUSSIONS RETURNING
Around this time last year, there was much heated discussion regarding the proposed Elara housing project in the County unincorporated area at 4217 E. Live Oak Ave. We have learned this week that another round of discussions is taking place as the development is changing somewhat. Instead of being partially dedicated to the previously homeless, the project would now be fully dedicated to permanent supportive housing for the formerly homeless and the funding for the project is
FORMER ARCADIA MAYOR JAMES HELMS PASSES AWAY AT 100
ARCADIA, CA – The City of Arcadia is deeply saddened to announce the passing of former Mayor James “Jim” Helms, who died at the age of 100. A beloved community leader, veteran, attorney, and philanthropist, Jim Helms leaves an extraordinary legacy of service in Arcadia and throughout the San Gabriel Valley. “Former Mayor Jim Helms was one of Arcadia’s greatest lights, a man whose integrity, brilliance, and quiet strength shaped this city for generations. To me, he was not
ENCHANT CHRISTMAS OPENS
Also at Santa Anita Park this weekend is the grand opening of the Enchant Christmas experience in the south parking lot. The rains have made the soft opening dates difficult, but this weekend is slated to be sunny and crisp, perfect for ice skating, hot cocoa, and creating snaps for your Insta. Here is a link to the event for more information (sadly, Arcadia is “Los Angeles” in their parlance): https://www.enchantchristmas.com/ . For certain dates, the organizers have offered
ARCADIA MAYORAL ROTATION SCHEDULE UPDATED
When the City Charter was updated to include an automatic rotation of the Mayor, City prepared a schedule for the first five rotations. With the coming transition in February, that original cycle will be completed. Below and attached is an updated schedule for the next five years. We will update the names for 2028 and beyond after the 2026 elections are completed.
Recreation & Community Services - Senior Lunch Program
The senior lunch program operates Monday through Friday from 11:30am - 12:15pm and offers those 55 years or older a meal for $3. During the week of November 3, 243 meals were served. On Tuesday, November 4, seniors got creative and made festive hand turkeys with their own personal touches and shared what they’re thankful for this holiday season.
ARCADIA SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR LA28 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES
ARCADIA, CA – The City of Arcadia became the latest to sign a Venue City Games Agreement with LA28, the Olympic and Paralympic Organizing Committee in Los Angeles. Approved by the City Council at its meeting on Tuesday, November 4, the agreement defines the roles and responsibilities of both the LA28 Organizing Committee and the City of Arcadia. LA28 identified Arcadia, home to the renowned equestrian center at Santa Anita Park, as an ideal staging area for the Games. During
Honoring Veterans
To commemorate Veterans Day, 140 thank you cards were distributed to local Veterans and 20 care packages were delivered to Veterans residing at Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel and Arcadia Living. The care packages have been graciously donated by Operation Gratitude and Operation: Care and Comfort. Veterans will continued to be honored next Monday, November 10, at the annual Veterans Day Celebration at the Arcadia Community Center from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Attendees will enjoy
VINTAGE LIGHTING SYSTEM SHORTING OUT
The Public Works Services Department has received reports of non-functioning streetlights on Altura Rd. Upon inspection, staff found a short in the 6.6-amp lighting feed. While the failure point has been identified, the equipment to make the repairs requires a special order and will not arrive for several weeks. The 6.6-amp series street lighting is an older electrical system where lights are wired in a single loop, and the current is kept constant at 6.6 amps by a regulating
Power Beyond Term Limits: April Verlato’s Latest Political Move and the Recall That Divides Arcadia
Arcadia, CA — Former Arcadia City Councilmember April Verlato has re-emerged at the center of controversy, this time as the driving force behind an effort to recall sitting Councilmember David Fu. The move has stirred frustration and disbelief among residents and city insiders, many of whom view it as an act of retaliation and a calculated attempt to reassert control over a council that has increasingly distanced itself from her influence. A Retaliation Disguised as Reform Th
Grand Theft
On October 28, 2025, at approximately 7:45 p.m., the Arcadia Police Department responded to a reported theft of softball equipment at Lojewski Field, Eisenhower Park (601 North 2nd Avenue, Arcadia). The investigation determined that on October 27, 2025, at around 10:00 p.m., two softball pitching machines were last seen secured inside the locked batting cages. On October 28, 2025, at about 7:30 p.m., the batting cage door was discovered removed from its hinges and the two pit
NOVEMBER ELECTION IN FULL SWING
As the November Special Election ends next week, we are getting more questions about where people can go to drop off their ballots or to vote in person. The County has drop-off Boxes and City Hall in the Parking Lot and at Tierra Verde Park at the corner of the street. Those are emptied each night by elections officials. There is a voting Center at Arcadia County Park with the following details: Arcadia Community Regional Park Chimney Room 405 S Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia CA 91
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January 2023 Employment Law & Compliance Highlights - By Law Offices of Paul P. Cheng & Associates
2023 California Minimum Wage Changes Effective January 1, 2023, the minimum wage is $15.50 per hour for all employers. Click here for...
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