This measure would designate the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange. The measure would request that the Department of Transportation determine the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources covering that cost, erect those signs.

This measure would designate the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange. The measure would request that the Department of Transportation determine the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources covering that cost, erect those signs.

This measure would designate the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange. The measure would request that the Department of Transportation determine the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources covering that cost, erect those signs.

WHEREAS, Of all the promises America offers, none is more elusive or precious than the right to be free from crime and violence; and

WHEREAS, Californians are indebted every day to our peace officers, and we pay special tribute to their bravery and dedication and share in their pain when one of their members is killed in the line of duty; and

WHEREAS, The men and women of law enforcement have the unenviable task of guaranteeing the publics safety and it is as difficult and dangerous as it is important, as evidenced by the death, at 35 years of age, of Deputy Michael Richard Arruda of the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department, who was tragically shot on June 9, 2004, in the City of Hacienda Heights and ultimately succumbed to his injuries on June 15, 2004; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda faithfully served the residents of the County of Los Angeles as a deputy sheriff; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda stated that one of the reasons he became a law enforcement officer was to be a role model and to make a positive difference in other peoples lives, and as a deputy sheriff, he was praised by his peers, supervisors, and members of the community for his tireless efforts to protect people, prevent incidents, and serve as a leader; and

WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the hazardous work, serious responsibility, and strong commitment that Deputy Arruda willingly accepted during his 13 years as a law enforcement officer; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda is remembered as a dedicated and devoted partner to his fiancee, Sergeant Lidia Silva; a loving son to his parents, Ricardo Edward Arruda and Joyce Ann Arruda; a caring father to his son, Michael Edward Arruda, and daughter, Savannah Violet Arruda; and a thoughtful sibling to his sister, Lisa Marie Dumont; and a man who committed his life, beliefs, and career to the County of Los Angeles and the safety of its residents; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing BR 53-1771 at postmile 14.262 in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange; and be it further

Resolved, That the Department of Transportation is requested to determine the cost of appropriate signs, consistent with the signing requirements for the state highway system, showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources sufficient to cover the cost, to erect those signs; and be it further

Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the Director of Transportation and to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, Of all the promises America offers, none is more elusive or precious than the right to be free from crime and violence; and

WHEREAS, Californians are indebted every day to our peace officers, and we pay special tribute to their bravery and dedication and share in their pain when one of their members is killed in the line of duty; and

WHEREAS, The men and women of law enforcement have the unenviable task of guaranteeing the publics safety and it is as difficult and dangerous as it is important, as evidenced by the death, at 35 years of age, of Deputy Michael Richard Arruda of the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department, who was tragically shot on June 9, 2004, in the City of Hacienda Heights and ultimately succumbed to his injuries on June 15, 2004; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda faithfully served the residents of the County of Los Angeles as a deputy sheriff; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda stated that one of the reasons he became a law enforcement officer was to be a role model and to make a positive difference in other peoples lives, and as a deputy sheriff, he was praised by his peers, supervisors, and members of the community for his tireless efforts to protect people, prevent incidents, and serve as a leader; and

WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the hazardous work, serious responsibility, and strong commitment that Deputy Arruda willingly accepted during his 13 years as a law enforcement officer; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda is remembered as a dedicated and devoted partner to his fiancee, Sergeant Lidia Silva; a loving son to his parents, Ricardo Edward Arruda and Joyce Ann Arruda; a caring father to his son, Michael Edward Arruda, and daughter, Savannah Violet Arruda; and a thoughtful sibling to his sister, Lisa Marie Dumont; and a man who committed his life, beliefs, and career to the County of Los Angeles and the safety of its residents; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing BR 53-1771 at postmile 14.262 in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange; and be it further

Resolved, That the Department of Transportation is requested to determine the cost of appropriate signs, consistent with the signing requirements for the state highway system, showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources sufficient to cover the cost, to erect those signs; and be it further

Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the Director of Transportation and to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, Of all the promises America offers, none is more elusive or precious than the right to be free from crime and violence; and

WHEREAS, Californians are indebted every day to our peace officers, and we pay special tribute to their bravery and dedication and share in their pain when one of their members is killed in the line of duty; and

WHEREAS, The men and women of law enforcement have the unenviable task of guaranteeing the publics safety and it is as difficult and dangerous as it is important, as evidenced by the death, at 35 years of age, of Deputy Michael Richard Arruda of the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department, who was tragically shot on June 9, 2004, in the City of Hacienda Heights and ultimately succumbed to his injuries on June 15, 2004; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda faithfully served the residents of the County of Los Angeles as a deputy sheriff; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda stated that one of the reasons he became a law enforcement officer was to be a role model and to make a positive difference in other peoples lives, and as a deputy sheriff, he was praised by his peers, supervisors, and members of the community for his tireless efforts to protect people, prevent incidents, and serve as a leader; and

WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the hazardous work, serious responsibility, and strong commitment that Deputy Arruda willingly accepted during his 13 years as a law enforcement officer; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Arruda is remembered as a dedicated and devoted partner to his fiancee, Sergeant Lidia Silva; a loving son to his parents, Ricardo Edward Arruda and Joyce Ann Arruda; a caring father to his son, Michael Edward Arruda, and daughter, Savannah Violet Arruda; and a thoughtful sibling to his sister, Lisa Marie Dumont; and a man who committed his life, beliefs, and career to the County of Los Angeles and the safety of its residents; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing BR 53-1771 at postmile 14.262 in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange; and be it further

Resolved, That the Department of Transportation is requested to determine the cost of appropriate signs, consistent with the signing requirements for the state highway system, showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources sufficient to cover the cost, to erect those signs; and be it further

Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the Director of Transportation and to the author for appropriate distribution.

Date of Hearing: June 17, 2024

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION

Lori D. Wilson, Chair

SBPCA Bill Id:SCR 115

Author:(Archuleta) – As Introduced Ver:February 20, 2024

SENATE VOTE: 36-0

SUBJECT: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange

SUMMARY: Designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange. The measure also requests the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) determines the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources covering that cost, erect those signs.

EXISTING LAW: Assigns Caltrans the responsibility of operating and maintaining state highways. This includes the installation and maintenance of highway signs.

FISCAL EFFECT: Unknown, but the measure requests that Caltrans determine the cost of appropriate signage consistent with requirements for the state highway system, and only erect the appropriate signage upon receiving donations from non-state sources covering the cost.

COMMENTS: Of all the promises America offers, none is more elusive or precious than the right to be free from crime and violence. Californians are indebted every day to our peace officers, and we pay special tribute to their bravery and dedication and share in their pain when one of their members is killed in the line of duty.

The men and women of law enforcement have the unenviable task of guaranteeing the public’s safety and it is as difficult and dangerous as it is important, as evidenced by the death, at 35 years of age, of Deputy Michael Richard Arruda of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, who was tragically shot on June 9, 2004, in the City of Hacienda Heights and ultimately succumbed to his injuries on June 15, 2004.

Deputy Arruda faithfully served the residents of the County of Los Angeles as a deputy sheriff. Deputy Arruda stated that one of the reasons he became a law enforcement officer was to be a role model and to make a positive difference in other people’s lives, and as a deputy sheriff, he was praised by his peers, supervisors, and members of the community for his tireless efforts to protect people, prevent incidents, and serve as a leader.

It is appropriate to recognize the hazardous work, serious responsibility, and strong commitment that Deputy Arruda willingly accepted during his 13 years as a law enforcement officer.

Deputy Arruda is remembered as a dedicated and devoted partner to his fiancée, Sergeant Lidia Silva; a loving son to his parents, Ricardo Edward Arruda and Joyce Ann Arruda; a caring father to his son, Michael Edward Arruda, and daughter, Savannah Violet Arruda; and a thoughtful sibling to his sister, Lisa Marie Dumont; and a man who committed his life, beliefs, and career to the County of Los Angeles and the safety of its residents.

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs
Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Aimee Anspach / TRANS. / (916) 319-2093

 CONSENT  

Bill No: SCR 115

Author: Archuleta (D)

Introduced: 2/20/24

Vote: 21

SENATE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE: 15-0, 4/9/24

AYES: Cortese, Niello, Allen, Archuleta, Becker, Blakespear, Dahle, Dodd, Gonzalez, Limón, Newman, Nguyen, Portantino, Seyarto, Umberg

SENATE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE: Senate Rule 28.8

SUBJECT: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange

SOURCE: Author

DIGEST:

This resolution designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the “Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange”.

ANALYSIS: Existing law assigns the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) the responsibility of operating and maintaining state highways, including the installation and maintenance of highway signs.

This resolution:

1. Memorializes the career and life of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda.
2. Designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing BR 53-1771 at postmile 14.262 in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the “Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange”
3. Requests Caltrans to determine the cost of appropriate signs consistent with the signing requirements for the state highway system showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources sufficient to cover that cost, to erect those signs.

Background

On the evening of June 9^th, 2004 Deputy Sheriff Michael Richard Arruda along with 3 other deputies from the City of Industry Station responded to a “man with a gun” call at a Motel 6 in Hacienda Heights. When the deputies arrived at the door of the second-floor unit they were confronted by the suspect who came out shooting. The suspect’s weapon was not immediately identified as a pellet gun because it closely resembled a 40 caliber semiautomatic pistol, and in the heat of the moment deputies returned fire. During the encounter, Deputy Sheriff Arruda was tragically shot and ultimately succumbed to his injuries on June 15, 2004.

Michael Richard Arruda was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts and served four years in the Navy before joining the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in May 1991. He was initially assigned to the men’s Central Jail for eight years before transferring to the City of Industry Station in 2000. Deputy Sheriff Arruda was described by his supervisors as “an outstanding, hard-working, reliable, diligent team player”, and was the recipient of many commendations during his years of dedicated service.

Deputy Sheriff Arruda is remembered as a dedicated and devoted partner to his fiancee, Sergeant Lidia Silva; a loving son to his parents, Ricardo Edward Arruda and Joyce Ann Arruda; a caring father to his son, Michael Edward Arruda, and daughter, Savannah Violet Arruda; and a thoughtful sibling to his sister, Lisa Marie Dumont; and a man who committed his life, beliefs, and career to the County of Los Angeles and the safety of its residents.

Writing in support of the resolution, the Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association states, “Peace officers put themselves in harm’s way daily in service to, and for the protection of, communities. Deputy Sheriff Michael Arruda succumbed to gunshot wounds on June 15, 2004 that were sustained six days earlier while responding to a call that someone was firing shots and threatening people. Honoring peace officers that have made the ultimate sacrifice serves as a reminder of their dedication and bravery – an honor that Michael Richard Arruda is most deserving of. SCR 115 will ensure that his name and legacy are remembered by future generations.”

Comments

Purpose of the resolution. To acknowledge and commemorate the life and service of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda.

FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No

SUPPORT:

Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs

Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association

Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department

OPPOSITION:

None received

Prepared by: Benjamin O'Brien-Hokanson / TRANS. / (916) 651-4121

4/24/24 14:46:22

**** END ****

SENATE COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION

Senator Dave Cortese, Chair

2023 - 2024 Regular

Bill No: SCR 115 Hearing Date: 4/9/2024

SUBJECT: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange

DIGEST: This resolution designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7^th Avenue Undercrossing in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the “Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange”.

ANALYSIS:

Existing law:

1. Assigns the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) the responsibility of operating and maintaining state highways, including the installation and maintenance of highway signs.

Committee Policy:

The committee has adopted a policy regarding the naming of state highways or structures. Under the policy, the committee will consider only those resolutions that meet all of the following criteria:

1. The person being honored must have provided extraordinary public service or some exemplary contribution to the public good and have a connection to the community where the highway or structure is located.
2. The person honored must be deceased.
3. The naming must be done without cost to the state. Costs for signs and plaques must be paid for by local or private sources.
4. The author or co-author of the resolution must represent the district in which the facility is located, and the resolution must identify the specific highway segment or structure being named.
5. The segment of highway being named must not exceed five miles in length.
6. The proposed designation must reflect a community consensus and be without local opposition.
7. The proposed designation may not supersede an existing designation unless the sponsor can document that a good faith effort has uncovered no opposition to rescinding the prior designation.

This resolution:

1. Memorializes the career and life of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arrunda.
2. Designates the interchange on State Route 60 at the 7th Avenue Undercrossing BR 53-1771 at postmile 14.262 in the City of Hacienda Heights in the County of Los Angeles as the “Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda Memorial Interchange”
3. Requests Caltrans to determine the cost of appropriate signs consistent with the signing requirements for the state highway system showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources sufficient to cover that cost, to erect those signs.

COMMENTS:

1. Purpose of the resolution. To acknowledge and commemorate the life and service of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Richard Arruda.
2. Background. On the evening of June 9^th, 2004 Deputy Sheriff Michael Richard Arruda along with 3 other deputies from the City of Industry Station responded to a “man with a gun” call at a Motel 6 in Hacienda Heights. When the deputies arrived at the door of the second-floor unit they were confronted by the suspect who came out shooting. The suspect’s weapon was not immediately identified as a pellet gun because it closely resembled a 40 caliber semiautomatic pistol, and in the heat of the moment deputies returned fire. During the encounter, Deputy Sheriff Arruda was tragically shot and ultimately succumbed to his injuries on June 15, 2004.

Michael Richard Arruda was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts and served four years in the Navy before joining the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in May 1991. He was initially assigned to the men’s Central Jail for eight years before transferring to the City of Industry Station in 2000. Deputy Sheriff Arruda was described by his supervisors as “an outstanding, hard-working, reliable, diligent team player”, and was the recipient of many commendations during his years of dedicated service.

Deputy Sheriff Arruda is remembered as a dedicated and devoted partner to his fiancee, Sergeant Lidia Silva; a loving son to his parents, Ricardo Edward Arruda and Joyce Ann Arruda; a caring father to his son, Michael Edward Arruda, and daughter, Savannah Violet Arruda; and a thoughtful sibling to his sister, Lisa Marie Dumont; and a man who committed his life, beliefs, and career to the County of Los Angeles and the safety of its residents.

Writing in support of the resolution, the Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association states, “Peace officers put themselves in harm’s way daily in service to, and for the protection of, communities. Deputy Sheriff Michael Arruda succumbed to gunshot wounds on June 15, 2004 that were sustained six days earlier while responding to a call that someone was firing shots and threatening people. Honoring peace officers that have made the ultimate sacrifice serves as a reminder of their dedication and bravery – an honor that Michael Richard Arruda is most deserving of. SCR 115 will ensure that his name and legacy are remembered by future generations.”

1. Consistent with committee policy. This resolution is consistent with committee policy.

FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: Local: No

POSITIONS: (Communicated to the committee before noon on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.)

SUPPORT:

Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs

Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association

Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department

OPPOSITION:

None received

-- END --