Julio Fuentes, City Manager
111 South First Street
Alhambra, CA 91801
Phone: (626) 570-5010
Fax: (626) 576-8568 www.cityofalhambra.org
About the City of Alhambra
Alhambra is a city of charming, well-manicured residential neighborhoods and a growing number of businesses. It is situated within a "Sixty Mile Circle" centered on Los Angeles--a dynamic concentration of population, employment, business, industry and finance with two-thirds of the State's 100 largest corporations headquartered within this circle. High quality educational, medical and transportation services abound. Alhambra has some of the region's strongest retail centers, drawing sales from auto dealerships and shopping districts. The renaissance of Downtown Main Street has been a top priority and today there are numerous attractive destinations for persons to shop, dine and be entertained locally. Numerous recreational and sporting venues are also available in the area.
The City Council meets the second and fourth Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 111 South First Street.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate: Hon. Barbara Messina
Barbara is currently serving on the Alhambra City Council, and was chosen to serve as her cities alternate in 2007. She previously served in this position from 1994 to 1998. Barbara is also a member of SCAG's Regional Council and its Transportation and Communications Committee.
Alternate: Hon. Steven Placido Steven has served on the SGVCOG Governing Board since his election to the Alhambra City Council in 2004. Prior to his election to the Council, he served on the HCDA Citizens Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission. He has a long history of community involvement with a variety of organizations, including: the Eagle Scouts, the Alhambra Day School Nursery Board, the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, the Alhambra School Board Foundation, the Alhambra Chapter of the American Heart Association, Boy Scouts of America, the Alhambra Chapter of DeMolay, and the YMCA Support Committee.
Donald Penman, City Manager
240 West Huntington Drive, P.O. Box 60021
Arcadia, CA 91066-6021
Tel: 626 574-5402
Fax: 626 446-5729 www.ci.arcadia.ca.us
About the City of Arcadia
Arcadia was incorporated in 1903 and became a Charter City in 1951. It is an upper-middle class community of approximately 54,000 people in an 11.2 square mile area located 20 miles east of Los Angeles. The City government is "full-service" with its own Police Department, Fire Department and Library, and a City Council-City Manager form of government. Arcadia is known for beautiful neighborhoods, warm character and a "community of homes" atmosphere. The City places great emphasis on preserving "green space" and its commitment to the environment is evidenced by the large population of healthy trees you will find around town. Arcadia has been designated a Tree City USA for ten consecutive years.
Arcadians take pride in their well-established traditions and high standards. The Arcadia Unified School District is one of the most highly thought of in the State; high quality medical services are available locally; and an excellent assortment of recreation and leisure activities are offered for all ages.
Arcadia has a broad commercial base with businesses ranging from the very small to the very large. Westfield Shoppingtown Santa Anita is a popular regional mall; downtown Arcadia has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years; south, west and north Arcadia all have thriving businesses; and many consider Santa Anita Race Track to be the finest facility of its type in the country.
The City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 7:00p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 240 W. Huntington Drive.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate:
Hon. Robert Harbicht Bob Harbicht is serving his fourth four-year term on the Arcadia City Council. He has been Mayor of Arcadia twice, and has served on the SGVCOG Governing Board since 2006. Bob has the almost unique distinction of having been Mayor of two Southern California cities. He was Mayor of Duarte and was twice elected to the Duarte City Council. Bob became Mayor of Duarte at age 31, making him the youngest Mayor in that city's history. Bob is currently Mayor Pro Tem of Arcadia.
Alternate:
Hon. Peter Amundson
Peter Amundson was elected to the Arcadia City Council in 2006 and is currently serving as the Mayor Pro Tem. As an Arcadia native, Peter feels it is an honor to serve his hometown and to give back to the community that has given him so much. His interest and love for Arcadia was instilled within him as a young child as he was privileged to spend countless hours with his neighbor, the former Mayor and Arcadia advocate, Conrad Reibold. Peter has been an active volunteer in the community since he was a teenager and is involved in several organizations within the city. His experiences have made him a huge supporter of community volunteerism.
Peter believes the purpose of local government is to look out for its citizens' interests. His focus on the council is primarily quality of life issues for Arcadians. He feels public safety is the number one responsibility of local government. As someone who loves the Arcadia he grew up in, he is an advocate of slow growth and controlled development. Mr. Amundson appreciates the history and culture of our city as well as the hometown traditional values that have made Arcadia great.
Now in his fifth decade of living in Arcadia, Council Member Peter Amundson and his wife, Jackie, could not think of a better place on earth to raise their three children than the City of Arcadia.
Fran Delach, City Manager
213 E. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, CA 91702
Tel: 626 812-5238
Fax: 626 334-6358 www.ci.azusa.ca.us
About the City of Azusa
The City of Azusa was founded in 1887 and incorporated as a general law city on December 29, 1898. The City is located in the County of Los Angeles, situated 27 miles northeast of the City of Los Angeles, and nestled against the San Gabriel Mountain foothills. The City of Azusa encompasses 9.13 square miles and has a population of approximately 45,000. Educational facilities include nine public elementary / middle schools, two public high schools, one private school, and one private university.
The City Council meets the first and third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Auditorium, 213 E. Foothill Blvd.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate: Hon. Angel Carrillo
Alternate: Hon. Uriel Macias
Uriel was elected to the Azusa City Council in March 0f 2007, and has served as the Alternate on the SGVCOG Governing Board since his election. Previously he served as City Treasurer from 2001-2005. He earned a bachelor's degree in finance from Cal-State Pomona and is currently the CFO/Controller for a major food producer in Los Angeles County. He has over 15 years of management and, corporate finance experience.
Vijay Singhal, City Manager
11403 East Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Tel: 626 960-4011
Fax: 626 962-2625 www.baldwinpark.com
About the City of Baldwin Park
Baldwin Park dates back 142 years to 1860 when it was a part of the cattle grazing land belonging to the San Gabriel Mission; later, Baldwin Park was part of Rancho Azusa de Dalton and the Rancho La Puente.
With the decline of cattle ranching due to severe drought, the area north of the present Ramona Boulevard was settled by small farmers-squatters. The community, named "Pleasant View", was composed of small farms and Vineyards shaded by pepper trees. Water shortage was a major problem - farmers with no wells were forced to haul water in from the San Gabriel River. Since irrigation was not utilized, all crops depended upon rainfall for water.The community's name was changed to "Vineland" in 1880, with business centered around the General store at today's Los Angeles and La Rica streets. In 1890, the Vineland School District was formed; the settlers built a two-room school building which served as a meeting place for all public gatherings.
A threat to the small community loomed in 1906 when "Lucky" Baldwin proposed to establish a town, "Baldwinville" nearby. To prevent this, Vineland residents invited the octogenarian Baldwin to a conference at Shultis' grocery store. While entering the store, Baldwin slipped and would have fallen had Shultis' wife not caught him, As the story goes, Baldwin, grateful to the lady, agreed to a change in plan, and Vineland became Baldwin Park.
Baldwin Park was incorporated in 1956, becoming the forty-seventh General Law City in the state of California. Today, the city has changed from the small farming community in the late 1800's to one of over 70,000 population.
City Council meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month, 7:00 p.m. at the City Council Chamber, (14403 East Pacific Avenue).
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate:
Alternate: Hon. Monica Garcia
Councilmember Monica Garcia was elected to the Baldwin Park City Council for a four-year term in November 2007. She is proud to represent the City of Baldwin Park, where she and her family have lived and worked for over 30 years. After many years in public service, Monica now works in the private sector. She understands how government and business operate – and she is putting her experience to work for the residents of Baldwin Park.
Michelle Keith, City Manager
600 Winston Avenue
Bradbury, CA 91008
Tel: 626 358-3218 www.cityofbradbury.org
About the City of Bradbury
The City of Bradbury is a small, residential/equestrian-oriented community of approximately 1,000 nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains below Angeles National Forest in Los Angeles County. Incorporated since July 26, 1957, the City is a true "contract city." It has a small full-time staff and contracts for many of the services provided to its residents. The community encompasses 1.9 square miles, and includes 3.2 miles of public streets and roads. Bradbury is bordered on the west by the City of Monrovia, on the south and east by the City of Duarte. The city includes communities within the Bradbury Estates, along Woodlyn Lane, and in no-gated areas. Much of the city is zoned for agriculture and maintains open-space in the foothills through two and five acre minimums. Other areas of the city enjoy quiet residential streets which preserve the rural feeling that led to the city's founding. It is a General Law City operating under the City Council/City Manager form of government. The City Manager oversees all city functions.
The City Council strives to provide the very highest level of service to its residents and is very responsive to resident concerns.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate
Hon. Richard Barakat
Alternate
Hon. Bruce Lathrop Bruce Lathrop has been a business lawyer in the Los Angeles area for over 18 years, providing strategic legal counseling in intellectual property, corporate law, government contracts, and dispute resolution, and serving as in-house or outsourced corporate counsel to clients, managing day-to-day business and legal affairs. Where appropraite, he is also able to draw upon the additional expertise of attorneys that are Of Counsel to the firm.
Bruce has significant experience in government contractor internal investigation and compliance matters, and in intellectual property, licensing, and contract matters involving computer hardware and software, geographic information systems or GIS software, graphical user interfaces, avionics, the Internet, and system design, development, and testing.
Bruce is a registered patent attorney, member of the American Bar Association's Business, Intellectual Property, and Public Contracts Law Sections, and he is a member of the Pasadena Angels and serves as mayor pro tem for the City of Bradbury. Bruce received his law degree with honors from the University of Southern California and his engineering degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where his upper division coursework focused on industrial engineering, ergonomics, user interface design, and man-machine systems.
City of Claremont
Jeff Parker, City Manager
207 Harvard Ave.
Claremont, CA 91711
Tel: 909 399-5441
Fax: 909 399-5492 www.ci.claremont.ca.us
About the City of Claremont
Located 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, Claremont is best known for its tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and college campuses. Claremont is a vital, balanced community that provides a wide range of programs and services for all age groups, preserves a full range of housing opportunities, and supports a variety of thriving commercial and industrial centers. Our city values protecting the environment while encouraging appropriate development, and respects traditional values while embracing new ideas.
The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at City Council Chambers, 225 West Second Street.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate: Hon. Sam Pedroza
Sam has served on the SGVCOG Governing Board since 2007. He was first elected to the Claremont City Council in 2005. He recently served on the Claremont Community Services Commission, which he was appointed to in 2001. Sam is an Environmental Planner for the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County, where his responsibilities include government relations, outreach and public relations. He is also a member of the San Gabriel Valley Public Affairs Network, the Joint Powers Agreement Board for the San Gabriel River Discovery Center, and a founding board member of Amigos de los Rios. Along with representing Claremont on the SGVCOG, Sam also serves as his city's representative to the Claremont Chapter of the American Red Cross, the Six Basins Water Master Board, and the Southern California Association of Government.
Alternate: Hon. Corey Calaycay
Corey has served on the SGVCOG Governing Board since 2005, the same year that he was first elected to Claremont City Council. He has been had been an active leader in the community in the years prior to his election. Corey has over seven years of experience working for the California State Legislature. He has worked for former Assemblyman Bob Margett (59th District), former Assemblyman Bob Pacheco (60th District), and Assemblyman Todd Spitzer (71st District). Corey currently works for State Senator Bob Margett (29th District). Councilmember Calaycay serves as Claremont's representative to CLOUT, California Contract Cities Association, Foothill Transit, and the Los Angeles Division of the California League of Cities.
Authenticity is the new watchword for business development in the 21st century–and Covina has it in spades. While the instant suburbs of the last century scramble to create faux town centers, Covina offers retailers and businesses a genuine Downtown environment with a walkable home-town feel.
Covina is the premier location for distinctive and unique restaurants and retailers that have made it the entertainment center for the San Gabriel Valley. Nightlife, live theater, and destination shopping combine for a lively and animated ambiance.
This sought-after environment is at the heart of a community with its roots in the citrus boom that made early California the nation's premier destination. Yet, far-sighted planning means the community is poised to blossom in the new atmosphere of environmental consciousness that is guiding California into the future. The walkable Downtown offers smart growth development opportunities for increased densities with a transit-oriented emphasis adjacent to Covina's Metrolink station.
The City of Covina was incorporated on August 14, 1901 under the California Government Code as a general law city. Covina is home to approximately 49,000 residents and encompasses 7 square miles.
The City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 7:30p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 125 E. College.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate: Hon. Kevin Stapleton Councilmember Stapleton was first elected to the City of Covina's City Council in 1997, but was re-elected in 2001, 2005, and 2009. He served as Mayor from 1998-1999, 2004-2005, and 2008-2009.
Currently Councilmember Stapleton serves as the City's delegate to the SGVCOG.
Alternate: Hon. John King Councilmember King was first elected to the City Council in 1992, then elected again in 2005 and re-elected in 2009. He served as Mayor from 2007-2008.
Councilmember King currently serves as alternate delegate to the SGVCOG.
Jim DeStefano, City Manager
21825 Copley Drive
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Tel: 909 839-7010
Fax: 909 861-3117 www.ci.diamond-bar.ca.us
About the City of Diamond Bar
Incorporated in 1989, the City of Diamond Bar continues to balance country living with a progressive approach to promoting and assisting business enterprises. Well suited for many types of business, Diamond Bar is within Los Angeles County, but conveniently located adjacent to three major Southern California market areas; Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
The City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 6:30p.m. in the Council Chambers at AQMD Government Main Center, 21825 Copley Drive.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate:
Hon. Carol Herrera
Carol has served on the SGVCOG Governing Board since 1997, and was first elected to the Diamond Bar City Council in 1995. From 2004-2006, she served as President of the SGVCOG. She is a member of the State Board of Directors for the League of California Cities and the LAFCO Board. She serves as the President of the Walnut Valley Education Foundation and the Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority. She is Past President of the Los Angeles County Division of the League of California Cities, and a former member of the Walnut Valley Unified School District Board of Education.
Alternate:
Hon. Steve Tye Steve Tye was first elected to the Diamond Bar City Council in November 2005, and re-elected in 2009. He served as Mayor in 2007. Prior to joining the Council, Mr. Tye was appointed to the Planning Commission four times, serving from 1997-2005, including two terms as Chairman. He served on the Parks & Recreation Commission from 1994-1997, including once as Chairman. He also served on the Library Task Force and the Sports Complex Task Force in 2004 and was a member of the Diamond Bar General Plan Advisory Committee.
Mr. Tye serves as the City Council delegate to the California Contract Cities Assocation, and California Joint Powers Insurance Authority, as well as the alternate delegate on the Foothill Transit Board, Los Angeles County City Selection Committee, SGVCOG, and Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority. He is also the League of California Cities' appointed representative to the Los Angeles County Solid Waste Management Committee/Integrated Waste Management Task Force, and City Council liaison to the Walnut Unified School District.
Formerly a Vice-President of Sales with a national firm, Mr. Tye is currently a financial advisor with The Smith Consulting Group of UBS Financial Services, Inc. in Brea. Born in Whittier, Mr. Tye graduated from California High School. Earning his Bachelor of Science in Public Administration, graduting Cum Laude from California State University Dominguez Hills.
Darrell George, City Manager
1600 Huntington Drive
Duarte, CA 91010
Tel: 626 357-7931
Fax: 626 358-0018 www.accessduarte.com
About the City of Duarte
The Gabrielino Indians once inhabited the land that is now known as the City of Duarte. In 1841, the governor of Alta California granted to ex-Mexican Corporal Andres Duarte and his wife nearly 7,000 acres of prime land in the upper San Gabriel Valley. He named the place Rancho Azusa de Duarte. In the mid-1800's, most of the Rancho was sold to help defray Andres Duarte's debts. One of those who purchased land was Dr. Nehemiah Beardslee, who started the first school in Duarte and laid out the first section of Duarte's water lines. Much of the remaining land was divided into 40-acre plots and sold individually.
Many of Duarte's earliest pioneer families came to Duarte in the mid-1800's for their health, the pleasant climate, and the fertile soil. English settlers, Americans from the Midwest and deep South, Latinos who remained from the Rancho and Japanese immigrants enabled Duarte to grow into a thriving agricultural community specializing in citrus production.
Two of the country's premier medical institutions were started in Duarte in the early part of this century. In 1913, the Jewish Relief Association started a tuberculosis sanitarium on 40 acres of land South of Duarte Road. This later evolved into the world-renowned City of Hope Medical Center, a recognized leader in fighting cancer and other catastrophic diseases. In 1930, a group of Carmelite Sisters established the Santa Teresita Rest Home, known today as Santa Teresita Hospital. From four small cottages, this medical facility has developed into one of the finest hospitals in the region.
In 1957, a dedicated group of community members led the fight for incorporation, and on August 22, 1957, their efforts paid off with the formation of the City of Duarte and the Duarte Unified School District. The leadership of the Duarte City Council and the Duarte Unified School Board helped the previously fragmented community to come together, set goals and establish priorities for the newly created City of Duarte.
The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1600 Huntington Drive.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate: Hon. John Fasana John has served on the SGVCOG Governing Board since its inception in 1994. He was first elected to the Duarte City Council in 1987, and has served several terms as Mayor. John has represented 30 San Gabriel Valley cities as a Director to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) since its inception. He has served as MTA Board Chair during FY 2001-2002, and is currently a member of the Executive Management and Audit Committee and the Construction Committee. He also serves as Duarte's representative on the Foothill Transit. John is the Chair of the SGVCOG Transportation Committee. In addition to his work with transportation, John previously served as Chair of Duarte's Community Redevelopment Agency.
Alternate: Hon. Lois Gaston Lois has served on the SGVCOG Governing Board since 2004. She was first elected to the Duarte City Council in 2003, and began her first term of Mayor in 2006. She is the first African-America female to hold this position in Duarte's 50-year history. As from the SGVCOG, she also serves as Duarte's alternate or delegate for several organizations including California Contract Cities, the Gold Line Phase II JPA, and the Southern California Association of Governments. She is also the Delegate-at-Large for California Contract Cities Board of Directors and Executive Board.
Jim Mussenden, City Manager
11333 Valley Boulevard
El Monte, CA 91731
Tel: 626 580-2001
Fax: 626 453-3612 www.ci.el-monte.ca.us/
About the City of El Monte
Located approximately 12 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, El Monte is the hub of the San Gabriel Valley, where two major freeways – Interstates 605 and 10 – intersect and is the ninth largest city (out of 88) in Los Angeles County with a population of approximately 120,000. The land uses within its 10 square mile area are 58 percent residential, 11 percent retail, 10 percent industrial, 7 percent office/retail, and 14 percent other of amenities. El Monte also has an ethnically diverse and dynamic population with 72 percent Hispanic, 18 percent Asian, and 7 percent White.
As the San Gabriel Valley continues to grow so does the City of El Monte through new businesses and quality housing. Many public improvements are underway to provide an attractive and safe environment for its economic growth. El Monte has maintained a reputation for a “business friendly attitude” by attracting commercial and retail businesses as well as international corporations through its Foreign Trade Zone. Other business tools include business financing through Grow El Monte, a pro-active Chamber of Commerce, and a Recycling Market Development Zone. Several trade and professional colleges are also located in the city, providing workforce education to support local businesses.
With the growing population in El Monte, community and educational facilities continue to improve. New parks are being built to serve the growing population with many active sports programs. A brand new Aquatic Center with three pools is located along the Tyler Avenue Heritage District, which includes the City’s Community and Senior Centers, museums, and a public library.
El Monte also encourages quality housing developments through well thought-out architectural designs, use of high quality materials, and enhanced landscaping. Promoting affordable homeownership in the city is vital in maintaining our quality of life. The City and the Redevelopment Agency offer Homebuyer Assistance Programs for eligible households.
The City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 6:00p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall East, 11333 Valley Boulevard.
SGVCOG Representatives
Delegate: Hon. Patricia Wallach Patricia A. Wallach was originally elected to the El Monte City Council in April 1990. She was the first woman in fifty years to be elected to the City Council. She has served as one of El Monte's representatives on the SGVCOG Governing Board since 1994. Along with serving on the City Council, Pat also sits as a member of the Community Redevelopment Agency, the El Monte Community Access Television Corporation, US/Mexico Sister Cities Association and Sister Cities International. Pat has also taken on many other duties such as, the Chairwoman of the Mid-Valley Consortium Board, and former Vice President now alternate of the Foothill Transit Board of Directors representing Los Angeles County First District Supervisor Gloria Molina. Pat also serves as an Alternate to the Independent Cities Association, Alameda Corridor-East Gateway to America Construction Authority, and the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership of Commerce and Cities.
Chris Jeffers, City Manager
116 E. Foothill Boulevard
Glendora, CA 91741
Tel: 626 914-8201
Fax: 626 914-8221 www.ci.glendora.ca.us
About the City of Glendora
More than a century after being settled (1887) and nearly 100 years after its incorporation in 1911, Glendora still retains many of the characteristics treasured by its founding fathers.
Nestled in the foothills of the picturesque San Gabriel Mountains, Glendora is only 27 miles (as the crow flies) and about an hour's drive from the bustle of Los Angeles.
Glendora is an upscale suburban city of more than 53,700 people. It is a community in which neighbors know and speak to one another. Business people work together with the collaborative spirit and zeal of their pioneering ancestors. And they turn out in high numbers to celebrate annual festivities such as the 'Flashback to the '50s', and the Route 66 Mile Run.
In this community, crime is low. Police are respected. High-quality schools are plentiful. Homes of worship abound. In Glendora, everyone is family. And families are most important. Glendora is simply a great place to live, work and play for people who cherish small-town living and traditional American values.
The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 116 E. Foothill Blvd.
Alhambra is a city of charming, well-manicured residential neighborhoods and a growing number of businesses. It is situated within a "Sixty Mile Circle" centered on Los Angeles--a dynamic concentration of population, employment, business, industry and finance with two-thirds of the State's 100 largest corporations headquartered within this circle. High quality educational, medical and transportation services abound. Alhambra has some of the region's strongest retail centers, drawing sales from auto dealerships and shopping districts. The renaissance of Downtown Main Street has been a top priority and today there are numerous attractive destinations for persons to shop, dine and be entertained locally. Numerous recreational and sporting venues are also available in the area.
Arcadia was incorporated in 1903 and became a Charter City in 1951. It is an upper-middle class community of approximately 54,000 people in an 11.2 square mile area located 20 miles east of Los Angeles. The City government is "full-service" with its own Police Department, Fire Department and Library, and a City Council-City Manager form of government. Arcadia is known for beautiful neighborhoods, warm character and a "community of homes" atmosphere. The City places great emphasis on preserving "green space" and its commitment to the environment is evidenced by the large population of healthy trees you will find around town. Arcadia has been designated a Tree City USA for ten consecutive years.
The City of Azusa was founded in 1887 and incorporated as a general law city on December 29, 1898. The City is located in the County of Los Angeles, situated 27 miles northeast of the City of Los Angeles, and nestled against the San Gabriel Mountain foothills. The City of Azusa encompasses 9.13 square miles and has a population of approximately 45,000. Educational facilities include nine public elementary / middle schools, two public high schools, one private school, and one private university.
Baldwin Park dates back 142 years to 1860 when it was a part of the cattle grazing land belonging to the San Gabriel Mission; later, Baldwin Park was part of Rancho Azusa de Dalton and the Rancho La Puente.
Located 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, Claremont is best known for its tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and college campuses. Claremont is a vital, balanced community that provides a wide range of programs and services for all age groups, preserves a full range of housing opportunities, and supports a variety of thriving commercial and industrial centers. Our city values protecting the environment while encouraging appropriate development, and respects traditional values while embracing new ideas.
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Authenticity is the new watchword for business development in the 21st century–and Covina has it in spades. While the instant suburbs of the last century scramble to create faux town centers, Covina offers retailers and businesses a genuine Downtown environment with a walkable home-town feel.
The Gabrielino Indians once inhabited the land that is now known as the City of Duarte. In 1841, the governor of Alta California granted to ex-Mexican Corporal Andres Duarte and his wife nearly 7,000 acres of prime land in the upper San Gabriel Valley. He named the place Rancho Azusa de Duarte. In the mid-1800's, most of the Rancho was sold to help defray Andres Duarte's debts. One of those who purchased land was Dr. Nehemiah Beardslee, who started the first school in Duarte and laid out the first section of Duarte's water lines. Much of the remaining land was divided into 40-acre plots and sold individually.
Located approximately 12 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, El Monte is the hub of the San Gabriel Valley, where two major freeways – Interstates 605 and 10 – intersect and is the ninth largest city (out of 88) in Los Angeles County with a population of approximately 120,000. The land uses within its 10 square mile area are 58 percent residential, 11 percent retail, 10 percent industrial, 7 percent office/retail, and 14 percent other of amenities. El Monte also has an ethnically diverse and dynamic population with 72 percent Hispanic, 18 percent Asian, and 7 percent White.
More than a century after being settled (1887) and nearly 100 years after its incorporation in 1911, Glendora still retains many of the characteristics treasured by its founding fathers.
