
Arcadia Community News – May 2025
May 2025
This newsletter shares important updates, stories, and events happening right here in our community. Below, you’ll find a table of contents featuring the top stories of the month, along with a brief summary. If you’re interested, simply click the link to read the full article.
- Sharon Kwan Becomes Arcadia’s First Asian Female Mayor
- Santa Anita Park to Host LA28 Equestrian Events
- Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map
- Law Day, May 17, 2025
- Safety Spotlight: Man Arrested for Home Invasion and Assault

Sharon Kwan Becomes Arcadia’s First Asian Female Mayor
Sharon Kwan of the Arcadia City Council was sworn in as the Mayor on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Santa Anita Park to Host LA28 Equestrian Events
Arcadia is honored to welcome the return of Olympic equestrian events to the historic Santa Anita Park.

Fire Hazard Severity Zone
CAL FIRE released updated maps identifying areas at greater risk of wildfires due to terrain, vegetation, and weather conditions.

Law Day on May 17, 2025
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Safety Spotlight: Man Arrested for Home Invasion and Assault
On April 2, a man unlawfully entered a home through an unlocked door and assaulted a woman on the 300 block of East Haven Street.