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No. 95499
March 23, 2017
Paver program offered by LH
A new reign
By Jay Seidel La Habra Journal
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Helping with the crown: La Habra Senior Kellie Stein was crowned as the new Miss La Habra Saturday night at the La Habra Community Center. Stein received the crown, sash, a necklace and a $1,000 scholarship. The other four members of the court were also named. To see them, go to Page 7.
Heights creating investment committee LA HABRA HEIGHTS
By Jay Seidel La Habra Journal
The city of La Habra Heights will be accepting applications from residents interested in being a part of the city’s Investment Management Committee. The purpose of the committee is to provide advice to the city council regarding the city’s investments, conduct an annual review of the city’s investment policy, review the city’s investment portfolio quarterly and consult the city treasurer with insights on investment opportunities. City Manager Jarad Hildenbrand said that many neighboring cities have similar committees in place. He clarified that the committee would only have an advisory responsibility and that the treasurer would be the only person with authority to invest money.
He explained that he sees the committee being like the current Roads Committee in its structure. Many committees are comprised of some combination of one or two council members, the treasurer and three to five residents who are industry specialists. The city currently has $4 million deposited in the state’s Local Agency Investment Fund, $1.2 million in a Wells Fargo Savings account and $2.1 million in a Wells Fargo checking account. The proposed earnings for the city’s current investments is budgeted at $13,500. Hildenbrand said that with a properly managed and safe investment policy, the city could see upwards to $75,000-$100,000 per year. He noted that there are knowledgeable investment managers
within the city and he is hoping they will apply to be on the committee and share their insight and experience. For those residents who are interested, applications can be picked up at the La Habra Heights City Hall. Applications will be reviewed by the city treasurer and brought to the council for approval. More information can be found at the city's website and by contacting the city at (562) 694-6302.
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The city of La Habra has created a commemorative paver program for the new Civic Center Plaza outside the council chamber offices. Those interested can purchase a customized engraved paver to celebrate their family, honor a loved one, remember a special occasion, or highlight a business or organization. According to City Manager Jim Sadro, pavers will be carved in place, and will only have to be removed if there is some kind of specialized logo to be carved. This will expedite the process and allow for minimal disruption to the new grounds. There are two options for residents to choose from when ordering a paver: An 8 x 8-inch paver and a 12 x 12-inch paver. According to Sadro, company logos can be engraved onto the pavers for an additional cost, depending on the scope of the artwork. It may require the paver to be moved to the vendors shop to carve. There will be a section of pavers set aside for council members to dedicate them to, and residents can pick and choose the location of their pavers. For more information, contact the Community Services Department at 562-383-4200, ext. 5202. CORRECTION In the previous issue (dated March 9) It was stated that the La Habra City Hall project cost $22.5 million. That number includes renovations to Legion Hall and the Police Department buildings as well as the additions to the Community Center to accommodate the LH Women's Club, the Scout Hut and the Art Gallery. This is in addition to the new city hall and post office.
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