Rae Bowman

The meeting featured a recognition of the Older Monrovian of the Year and updates from the Youth Commission. Staff provided reports on the community garden program and the collaborative Summer Pool Program at Monrovia High School. Additional updates covered open gym registration statistics, new personnel introductions, an evaluation of the Monrovia Days and Community Festival, upcoming summer concert schedules, and the Movies in the Park series. The commission also received information regarding the 4th of July concert and fireworks event and various commission liaison reports.

The committee held a regular meeting covering several development and review items. Key discussions included a request to continue a Minor Exception public hearing regarding property at West Chestnut Avenue. The committee reviewed and recommended approval for an Advisory Review of a Tentative Parcel Map to merge two residential parcels at North Magnolia Avenue. Additionally, the committee reviewed and approved a Sign Review for a new wall sign for a business located at West Huntington Drive.

The meeting featured updates on the Teen Advisory Board activities and a presentation on the success of the Monrovia Days event. Staff provided detailed plans for the upcoming Summer Reading Program, highlighting a wide range of interactive events, workshops, and literacy activities for patrons. Additionally, the library was honored with the 2026 Race Unity Award. Liaison reports covered scholarship awards for teen students and the fundraising results from a recent booksale held by the Friends of the Monrovia Public Library.

The agenda focuses on the reception of the Adult and Youth Services program report and the presentation of the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program annual report. Additionally, staff will provide updates regarding the July 4th fireworks show and concert, as well as an update on the 2026 strategic plan.

The board approved the street closure request for the 2026 Monrovia Music Fest. Staff provided updates regarding the Summer Program & Opportunities for Teens (SPOT), an evaluation of the recent merchant mixer, an overview of the Monrovia Days Parade and Community Festival, and scheduling for upcoming summer concerts. The Chamber of Commerce reported on upcoming community social events, and board members discussed potential signage for Old Town and restaurant discount initiatives.