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Vulcan editorial linked on Azusa website, does it matter to you?

The city of Azusa’s website posted a link to the Tribune’s editorial on the Vulcan Materials Co’s Azusa Rock Quarry mining proposal decision. This, to my recollection, is the first time the city has ever linked to a story written … Continue reading

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Azusa Mayor Joe Rocha announces (early) he will seek reelection

About two weeks ago at an event with some of his supporters and friends, Mayor Joe Rocha announced he will seek reelection in March. Rocha said he normally announces his campaign before the political season hits full throttle because he … Continue reading

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La Verne City Manager leaving his post (no, not for Miami)

We reported yesterday that long time La Verne City Manager Martin Lomeli was packing away the briefcase and moving on. The 23 year City Manager is retiring next month and will be replaced by Assistant City Manager Bob Russi. In … Continue reading

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The Vulcan hangover (this is far from over)

Like many others, I have lost some sleep because of the Azusa Rock Quarry mining proposal controversy in Azusa. My loss of sleep is more of the I had to work until the wee hours of the morning due to … Continue reading

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Duarte asks, like a good neighbor…will Azusa be there?

In a detailed letter thrashing Azusa’s supposed new and improved Azusa Rock Quarry mining plan (facing the City Council tonight for round two) Duarte officials offered a mining plan of their own called the Good Neighbor Plan. Being that the … Continue reading

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Vulcan plan changes and staff report released

The Azusa city staff report for Vulcan Materials Co.’s Azusa Rock Quarry mining plan was released late Thursday and includes a series of changes. The plan is up for reconsideration and a public hearing on the proposal is scheduled for … Continue reading

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This is your side of the council chamber and this is our side…

In the future, if you want to walk to the Azusa City Council dais and speak to your favorite councilman (for handshakes, serving petitions, autographs or general public scolding) you may have to practice your limbo skills … or just … Continue reading

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Azusa councilman (incorrectly?) clumps school board with city

It was a quick comment, maybe one said in the moment, but there were some whispers and shaking heads on Monday night after one of Uriel Macias comments on the budget. The city was about to vote on their budget … Continue reading

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Following Lakers parade the after party is at Azusa City Hall

If you plan on attending the Azusa City Council meeting Monday night post Lakers victory parade, bring a snack, some comfy shoes and drink plenty of water as it is shaping up to be a long night. On the agenda … Continue reading

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