For the period of Sunday, December 7th through Saturday, December 13th, the Police Department responded to 957 calls for service, of which 124 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of some of the incidents handled by the Department during this period. Sunday, December 7: At approximately 12:06 a.m., an officer responded to In-N-Out, located at 420 North Santa Anita Avenue, regarding an aggravated assault. An investigation revealed an altercation betw

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

The Arcadia Fire Department responded to a variety of emergency calls during the week of November 30 – December 6, 2025. The following is a breakdown of incident types recorded for this period: Sunday, November 30 At 9:21 a.m., Engine 106, Rescue Ambulance 106, and BLS 106 responded to a medical incident in the 1600 block of Baldwin Avenue. Fire personnel found a 92- year-old female in cardiac arrest. The patient received CPR, cardiac monitoring, intravenous therapy, and was

For the period of Sunday, November 30th through Saturday, December 6th, the Police Department responded to 969 calls for service, of which 111 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of some of the incidents handled by the Department during this period. Sunday, November 30: At approximately 11:35 a.m., an officer responded to Church of the Latter-Day Saints, located at 150 West Duarte Road regarding a trespassing incident. A church staff member asked th

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

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

The Arcadia Fire Department responded to a variety of emergency calls during the week of November 23 – 29, 2025. The following is a breakdown of incident types recorded for this period: Sunday, November 23 At 2:10 p.m., Engine 106, Rescue Ambulance 106, and BLS 106 responded to a medical incident in the 400 block of South Baldwin Avenue. Upon arrival, fire personnel found an 80-year-old female exhibiting stroke symptoms. The patient received a 12-lead electrocardiogram (EKG),

For the period of Sunday, November 23rd through Saturday, November 29th, the Police Department responded to 906 calls for service, of which 90 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of some of the incidents handled by the Department during this period. Sunday, November 23: At approximately 4:23 a.m., an officer responded to the intersection of Live Oak Avenue and Second Avenue regarding a driver asleep behind the wheel. Upon contacting the 28-year-o

For the period of Sunday, November 16th through Saturday, November 22nd, the Police Department responded to 989 calls for service, of which 94 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of some of the incidents handled by the Department during this period. Sunday, November 16: At approximately 8:01 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Columbia Road regarding a burglary investigation. The officer determined two suspects forced o

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

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.

On Monday, November 10, over 100 participants attended the annual Veterans Day Celebration at the Arcadia Community Center. This lunch and ceremony honored and recognized Military Veterans throughout the City of Arcadia. Veterans who attended received care packages from Operation Gratitude and Operation Care and Comfort, fresh orchard leis, and picture frames. A video was presented to honor the Veterans, along with a performance from the Arcadia Marching Band and the Reaction

The Arcadia Fire Department responded to a variety of emergency calls during the week of November 9 – 15, 2025. The following is a breakdown of incident types recorded for this period: Sunday, November 9 At 4:13 p.m., Truck 105 responded to the intersection of Santa Anita Avenue and Live Oak Avenue to investigate a reported outdoor chemical and hazardous condition. Fire personnel arrived to find coolant on the street after an automobile accident. Absorbent was utilized to dry

For the period of Sunday, November 9th through Saturday, November 15th, the Police Department responded to 971 calls for service, of which 101 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of some of the incidents handled by the Department during this period. Sunday, November 9: At approximately 3:13 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Fairview Avenue regarding a battery investigation. The victim stated her boyfriend violated a r

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.

The Arcadia Fire Department responded to a variety of emergency calls during the week of November 2 – 8, 2025. The following is a breakdown of incident types recorded for this period: Sunday, November 2 At 8:57 p.m., Engine 105 and Rescue Ambulance 105 responded to the 1800 block of Seventh Place for a person experiencing abdominal pain. Fire personnel arrived to find a 65-year-old female suffering from chronic pain. The patient received intravenous therapy, cardiac monitorin

For the period of Sunday, November 2nd through Saturday, November 8th, the Police Department responded to 991 calls for service, of which 115 required formal investigations. The following is a summary report of some of the incidents handled by the Department during this period. Sunday, November 2: At approximately 12:02 a.m., an officer responded to the intersection of Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenue regarding a driver asleep at the wheel. Upon contacting the 59-year-old

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

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

The Arcadia Fire Department responded to a variety of emergency calls during the week of October 26 – November 1, 2025. The following is a breakdown of incident types recorded for this period: Sunday, October 26 At 12:07 p.m., Rescue Ambulance 105 and Monrovia Engine 101 responded to a medical incident in the 100 block of California Avenue. Upon arrival, fire personnel found a 71-year-old female experiencing a seizure. The patient received a 12-lead electrocardiogram (EKG), b