Up to 11 Nights of Full Eastbound Freeway Closures, Feb 19 - Mar 3

The Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension Project is reporting up to eleven nights of full eastbound lane closures for this bi-weekly period, February 19-March 3, 2012.  The closures will take place overnight and impact the eastbound IS 210 Freeway between Rosemead Boulevard and Santa Anita Avenue.  Foothill Boulevard will be used to detour traffic through the Arcadia area.  Please use alternate routes during the closures.  Additional information can be found at www.foothillextension.org or by calling the 24-hour hotline at 855-446-1160.

Weekly Activity Highlights for February 5-11, 2012

http://www.ci.arcadia.ca.us/docs/weekly_2.5.12.pdf

Weekly Tip - Parent's Guide to Internet Safety from the FBI

"Our children are our Nation's most valuable asset. They represent the bright future of our country and hold our hopes for a better Nation. Our children are also the most vulnerable members of society. Protecting our children against the fear of crime and from becoming victims of crime must be a national priority.

Unfortunately the same advances in computer and telecommunication technology that allow our children to reach out to new sources of knowledge and cultural experiences are also leaving them vulnerable to exploitation and harm by computer-sex offenders."

 

The Federal Bureau of Investigation offers parents an information packed Parent's Guide to Internet Safety.  The guide offers tips on watching for behavior changes or indications that a child may be the target of online predators.  Use the guide as a first step in becoming more aware of the dangers associated with online activity by our youth.  There are many great resources to be found by querying the topic.  Arm yourself with knowledge and be a part of your child's online life!

 

http://www.fbi.gov/stats-services/publications/parent-guide 

Metro Gold Line Update Feb 13, 2012

Weekly Activity Highlights for January 29 - February 4, 2012

http://www.ci.arcadia.ca.us/docs/weekly_1.29.12.pdf

Weekly Tip - Megan's Law Database

The State of California maintains a public database enabling you to search for names of registered sex offenders and information about them.  You can also search by location, zip code, and some venues where children gather.  The Megan's Law database is updated regularly and it is best to check your area every so often for any new offenders.  The page has legal disclaimers and information you will need to review and agree to prior to conducting a search.

In addition to the Megan's Law information, the State website offers great advice and tips to parents on helping prevent our children from becoming victims of sexual assault.

"Inform children that it is wrong for adults to engage children in sexual activity.  Stress to your child that he or she should feel comfortable telling you anything, especially if it involves another adult. If your child does not feel comfortable being completely honest with you, then together you should find another trusted adult your child can talk to in confidence.  Make an effort to know the people with whom your child is spending time.  Knowledge is power. This is especially true for protecting children from sexual assault..."

For additional information, please link to the California Attorney General page HERE.

Weekly Activity Highlights for January 21-28, 2012

http://www.ci.arcadia.ca.us/docs/weekly_1.22.pdf