Montebello’s water system to be sold for $15.8 million
Montebello is poised to collect $15.8 million it can spend on a variety of infrastructure improvements as a result of the city’s decision to sell its tiny water system to San Gabriel Valley Water Co. The city also will keep its water rights, leasing them to the company for nearly $2 million over 10 years. The state Public Utilities Commission should sign off on the sale of the system, which serves 1,647 properties or 8% of the community. The City Council voted 5-0 Wednesday t
Two Arrested for Vandalized Restaurant
Earlier this week, two men were arrested in connection with vandalism on a vacant restaurant in the city of Montebello. The two men allegedly tagged all over the vacant restaurant and police estimate the damages to total $1500. Police were called after witnesses reported people vandalizing the property late in the evening. When the authorities arrived to the restaurant, one suspect was hiding in the patio, while the other suspect ran through the wash and onto the Freeway wher
