Eight Nights of Full Eastbound 210 Freeway Closures, March 4-17, 2012

The Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension Project is reporting up to eight nights of full eastbound lane closures for this bi-weekly period, March 4-17, 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 http://www.foothillextension.org/ or by calling the 24-hour hotline at 855-446-1160.

Weekly Activity Highlights for February 19-25, 2012

http://www.ci.arcadia.ca.us/docs/weekly_2.19.12.pdf

Weekly Tip - Be Careful Who You Friend!

This tip is adopted from a great informational post on the Oh My Gov Blog, written by Jack B. Winn.

"Social media accounted for a majority of personal data stolen or obtained through false pretenses.  According to Javelin Research, Google+, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook users were the most at risk."

"Smartphone users were also at higher risk. Owners of iPhones and Androids were 33 percent more likely to be victims of fraud compared to the general population.  Behavior seemed to be at fault."

The post contains some great insight about our sharing of personal information through social media.  Criminals may take advantage of the info we have volunteered online, free for the taking.  This is a great reminder about sharing smartly, while at the same time, still engaging and participating in social media.  Remember to "Be careful who you friend!"

Time to Serve?

Did you know the Arcadia Police Department has a "Pay to Stay Inmate Program" as an alternative to staying in county jail? The program allows those persons convicted of a misdemeanor to serve time in the Arcadia City Jail instead of being housed at the county jail. The sentencing court must approve the arrangements and a commitment order must be obtained from the court prior to the application. For additional restrictions, application forms, fee or other information, visit the Pay to Stay page on the City website.

Weekly Activity Highlights for February 12-18, 2012

http://www.ci.arcadia.ca.us/docs/weekly_2.12.12.pdf

Weekly Tip - Child Seat Installation & Inspections

With the new child restraint laws impacting California parents earlier this year, we ran a post highlighting Safe Kids LA and their great tips on child restraint seats, as well as highlighting changes in the law.  Some parents may also need assistance in proper installation of child restraint seats or simply an inspection of the equipment and vehicle.  The California Highway Patrol offers this service to the community. Link to their website and locate the nearest CHP area office to call and schedule an appointment.

Proper installation and use of child restraint seats is not only important in keeping your child safe, but improper use may result in issuance of a citation should you be stopped.  Always make sure your child is properly belted or secured in a child restraint seat!

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.