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Fall 2016 • Vol. 22 • No 3 • www.lawndalecity.org • (310) 973-3200
Lawndale City Hall
Los Angeles County, Lawndale Library
Larry R. Rudolph Park
Larry R. Rudolph Park
Hogan Park
Hogan Park
Charles B. Hopper Park
Charles B. Hopper Park
Fall Special Event Programs
BLUES jazz 4th Annual
and
Lawndale
Lawndale
Blues Boys
Music Festival with Charity CAR SHOW
Awesome Blue - 2:45 p.m.
Lawndale Blues Boys - 1:30 p.m.
When? Saturday, September 24 What Time? 11:00 a.m. Louie Cruz-Beltran - 12:15 p.m. Ellis - 11:00 a.m. Where? Jane Addams Park (see below for location details) Activities: Good Music, Charity Car Show and Informational Booths. All activities are free! Delicious food available for purchase. If you would like to be on the Lawndale Blues and Jazz Music Festival Post Card Mailing List to learn about future music festival events, please send an email with complete mailing address information such as name, address, city and zip to mestes@lawndalecity.org with Music Festival Mailing List in the subject line.
Halloween Haunt
When? Monday, October 31, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Where? Lawndale Civic Center Plaza (see below for location details) Activities: Haunted House, Costume Contests, Live Stage Entertainment, Games. All activities are free! Delicious food available for purchase.
Angel Tree Lighting Ceremony Halloween Ghouls and Goblins
When? Monday, November 28, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Where? Lawndale Civic Center Plaza (see below for location details) Activities: Visits and Photo Ops with Santa Claus, Live Stage Entertainment, Winter Activities. All activities are free! Delicious food available for purchase. Don’t forget your camera to capture those memorable moments!
Santa’s Sleigh Tours Lawndale
Snow Sled Run for Children
When? Tuesday, November 29, 2016 - Friday, December 9, 2016. Note: N o Santa Sleigh on December 3 and 4. More Info? Please see page 10 for program schedule. Special Event Locations: Lawndale Civic Center Plaza: Located one block west of Hawthorne Boulevard and W. 147th Street at the terminus of W. 147th Street and Burin Avenue. Navigate to 14700 Burin Avenue, Santa's Sleigh Lawndale, CA 90260. Looking Good City-observed Holiday Hours & Office Jane Addams Park: Located at 15114 Closures: Firmona Avenue at the southwest corner of Marine and Firmona avenues. Navigate to 15114 Firmona Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260. Thursday, November 24, 2016, Thanksgiving Day Special Event Street Closures: Halloween Haunt and Angel Tree Lighting Ceremony events: W. 147th Street from Hawthorne Boulevard to Burin Avenue; Burin Avenue from De Oro Lane to City Hall south parking lot boundary. Affected streets will close at approximately 2:00 p.m. and will re-open at approximately 9:00 p.m. on October 31 and November 28. Special Event Parking Information: Lawndale Blues and Jazz Music Festival: Parking will be available on the surrounding surface streets and at the Hawthorne Boulevard median. No time limits for those parking at Hawthorne Boulevard median between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on September 24. Halloween Haunt and Angel Tree Lighting Ceremony: Parking will be available at the following locations on a first come, first served basis: Lucille Smith Elementary School, Hawthorne Boulevard median and City Hall west parking lot. No time limits for those parking at Hawthorne Boulevard median between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on October 31 and November 28.
Mark your calendars and join us for all of these super events!
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City Hall and All Department Offices, Closed Public Works Yard, Closed Harold E. Hofmann Community Center, Closed
City-observed Holiday Recreation Facility Hours: Thursday, November 24, 2016, Thanksgiving Day Hogan, Hopper and Rudolph parks, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Jane Addams, William Green and Rogers/Anderson parks, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bollinger Gymnasium, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All Recreation Facility Hours will revert to normal operational hours on Friday, November 25, 2016. See page 16 for recreation facility hours.
Community Services Department NEWS
Class and Program Registration Information
The Community Services Department is located at the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center located at 14700 Burin Avenue and can be reached by calling (310) 973-3270 during normal operating hours. See back cover for center operational hours.
Registrations for the following classes and programs begin Tuesday, September 6, 2016, and will be accepted exclusively at the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center at the second floor reception desk. Walk-in program registration hours and acceptable forms of payment are as follows: • Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Cash, personal checks, money orders, cashier’s checks, credit and debit cards. (Visa, MasterCard and Discover) - Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Credit and debit cards only. (Visa, MasterCard & Discover) • Monday • Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Credit and debit cards only. (Visa, MasterCard and Discover) • Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Credit and debit cards only. (Visa, MasterCard and Discover)
Register Online! Registration for classes and programs can also be completed 24/7 online at the City’s website at www.lawndalecity.org. Go to Government, Please be aware that there is a service charge when registering for programs online. Departments, Community Services and click on
2016 Fall Recreation Classes and Programs Learn to dance!
Cultural Dance Classes Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3686
Mexican Folklore (Beg.) – Session I
Sept. 19 – Oct. 10
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
4+
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3687
Mexican Folklore (Beg.) – Session II
Oct. 12 – Nov. 9*
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
4+
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3700
Mexican Folklore (Beg.) – Session III
Nov. 14 – Dec. 7**
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
4+
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3688
Mexican Folklore (Inter.) – Session I
Sept. 19 - Oct. 10
Mon/Wed
7:00 to 8:00
6+
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3689
Mexican Folklore (Inter.) – Session II
Oct. 12 – Nov. 9**
Mon/Wed
7:00 to 8:00
6+
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3701
Mexican Folklore (Inter.) – Session III
Mon/Wed
7:00 to 8:00
6+
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
Nov. 14 – Dec. 7**
*No class on October 24 and October 31. **No class on November 28.
Note: All classes end with a public show performance. Male students are welcome to join any of the Mexican Folkloric classes.
Express yourself dancing!
Line Dance Classes Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
Sept. 19 – Oct. 17*
3690
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session I
Monday
6:00 to 7:30
15+
$20
CC MR 2
R. Cook
3692
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session II Nov. 7 – Dec. 5***
Monday
6:00 to 7:30
15+
$20
CC MR 2
R. Cook
3691
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session I
Saturday
11:00 to 12:30
15+
$25
CC MR 2
R. Cook
3693
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session II Nov. 19 – Dec. 10
Saturday
11:00 to 12:30
15+
$20
CC MR 2
R. Cook
Sept. 24 – Nov. 12**
*No class on October 10. **No class on October 8, October 22 and October 29. ***No class on November 28. Dance!
Performance Dance Classes Instructor: OC Dance Productions (OCDP) www.ocdanceproductions.com Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
3694
Princess Ballet #
Sept. 13 – Nov. 8
Tuesday
4:45 to 5:30
3-6
$79**
CC DR
OCDP
3663
Beginning Ballet and Creative Movement #
Sept. 13 – Nov. 8
Tuesday
5:35 to 6:20
4-6
$79
CC DR
OCDP
3664
Beginning Ballet #
Sept. 13 – Nov. 8
Tuesday
6:25 to 7:10
6-10
$79
CC DR
OCDP
Sept. 15 – Nov. 17*
Thursday
4:10 to 4:55
4-7
$79
CC MR 2
OCDP
Sept. 15 – Nov. 10
Thursday
5:00 to 5:45
4-7
$79
CC DR
OCDP
Sept. 15 – Nov. 10
Thursday
5:50 to 6:35
6-11
$79
CC DR
OCDP
3665
Children’s Musical Theater
$!
3697
Tap, Jazz and Ballet Combo
3677
Hip Hop Jazz !
+
Location
Instructor
supplies due to instructor at first class meeting. *#No class on October 27.! ** $10 materials fee due for princess + $ Ballet shoes required
Jazz or tennis shoes required
Ballet and tap shoes required.
Cash only please. Ballet or jazz shoes required.
Learn to do it right!
Family Education Classes Act. # Class Name
Dates #
3684
Sept. 19 – Dec. 12 Make It Happen With Care* Parenting & Disciplining Children with Care
3685
Sept. 17 – Dec. 10 # Make It Happen With Care* Parenting & Disciplining Children with Care
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Monday
5:30 to 8:00
1 Parent & Guardian
$60**/ $75***
Saturday
11:00 to 1:30
1 Parent & $60**/ Guardian $75***
Location
Instructor
CC CR
C. Vega
CC CR
C. Vega
* $50 materials fee due to instructor at first class meeting. Cash only please. Parent orientation meeting, Saturday, September 17, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. in Community Center Conference Room. **Single Parent/Guardian fee. ***Per couple fee. # No class on October 31 and November 28.
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Game Room for Teens and Adults (Drop In Program)
Have fun!
Activities for Teens include ping pong, foosball, checkers, chess, Xbox and hang-out time. Teens interested in bringing their own Xbox games must have them approved by staff before use. Activities for adults include ping pong, foosball, checkers and chess. Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
N/A
Open Game Room
Ongoing
Tuesday
8:00 to 3:30
18+
$0
CC MR 1
Staff
N/A
Open Game Room
Ongoing
Tuesday
3:30 to 5:30
Teens
$0
CC MR
Staff
N/A
Open Game Room
Ongoing
Thursday
8:00 to 2:00
18+
$0
CC MR 1
Staff
N/A
Open Game Room
Ongoing
Thursday
2:00 to 4:30
Teens
$0
CC MR
Staff
Get in shape, stay in shape!
GYMNASTICS AND DANCE CLASSES Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
3668
Gym Babies
Sept. 20 – Dec. 6*
Tuesday
3:30 to 4:15
1y,8m-4
$79
CC MER A Just Dance
3667
Gym Babies
Thursday
3:30 to 4:15
1y,8m-4
$70
CC MER A Just Dance
3676
Gym Kids
Tuesday
4:30 to 5:30
5-7
$79**
CC MER A Just Dance
3675
Gym Kids
Thursday
4:30 to 5:30
5-7
3674
Gym Kids
Oct. 1 – Dec. 3*
Saturday
11:30 to 12:30
5-7
3673
Gym Juniors (Beginners)
Sept. 20 – Dec. 6*
Tuesday
5:30 to 6:30
8-14
3672
Gym Juniors (Beginners)
Sept. 29 – Dec. 8
Thursday
5:30 to 6:30
8-14
3671
Gym Juniors (Beginners)
Oct. 1 – Dec. 3
Saturday
12:30 to 1:30
8-14
3670
Gym Juniors (Advanced)
Sept. 20 – Dec. 6*
Tuesday
6:30 to 7:30
8-14
3669
Gym Juniors (Advanced)
Thursday
6:30 to 7:30
8-14
$70**
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Thursday
4:00 to 5:00
3-14
Sept. 29 – Dec. 8*
Sept. 20 – Dec. 6* Sept. 29 – Dec. 8*
Sept. 29 – Dec. 8*
$70**
$70**
$79** $70** $70**
$79**
Instructor
CC MER A Just Dance CC MER A Just Dance CC MER A Just Dance CC MER A Just Dance CC MER A Just Dance CC MER A Just Dance CC MER A Just Dance
* No class on October 25, 27, 29 and November 8, 10, 22, 24, 26, 28.
** $10 materials fee for class t-shirt due to instructor at first class meeting. Cash only please.
Become a star! Competitive team dance classes Act. # Class Name 3704
Dance Club – Parade Team +
3703
JDC Dancers – Mascot ***
3702
JDC Dancers – Mini Mascot
Dates Sept. 22 – Dec. 8
##
Location
Instructor
$70**
CC DR
Just Dance
#
CC DR
Just Dance
CC DR
Just Dance
##
Saturday
11:30 to 12:30
5-8
$75
Sept. 24 – May 20 ##
Saturday
10:30 to 11:30
3-4
$75 #
Sept. 24 – May 20
** $80 materials fees for costume due to instructor at first class meeting. Must be enrolled in Dance Club (3704) class to be considered eligible. *** # + Orientation on Thursday, September 8, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Cash only please.
$50 registration fee and $50 costume fee due to instructor at first class meeting. Cash only please.
## No class on October 27, 29, November 10, 26, December 24 and 31.
Martial Arts Classes
Learn to discipline yourself!
Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3678
Little Dragons A – Session I
Sept. 19 – Oct. 24
Monday
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3679
Little Dragons A – Session II
Nov. 7 – Dec. 5**
$30*
Monday
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3680
Little Dragons B – Session I
Sept. 21 – Oct. 26
Wednesday 5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3681
Little Dragons B – Session II
Nov. 2 – Dec. 7
Wednesday 5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3682
Little Dragons C – Session I
Sept. 19 – Oct. 26
Mon/Wed
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3683
Little Dragons C – Session II
Nov. 2 – Dec. 7**
Mon/Wed
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3695
Soo Bahk Do, Korean Karate – Session I
Sept. 19 – Oct. 26
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
11+
CC MER
J. Duncan
3696
Soo Bahk Do, Korean Karate – Session II
Nov. 2 – Dec. 7**
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
11+
CC MER
J. Duncan
* $35 for uniform ordered from instructor; see instructor for details. for $10. **No class on November 28. Page 4 The people are the City!
$25*
$30* $30*
$50* $44*
$50* $44*
Optional Federation membership fee of $79; Optional testing every other session
Have You Missed a Lawndalian?
Back issues can be accessed online at www.lawndalecity.org, Quick Links, Lawndalian.
Polish your talent!
Music Classes Note: Students must have their own guitar for each class. Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3699
Youth Guitar
Sept. 20 – Nov. 8*
Tuesday
4:00 to 5:00
8-13
$70
CC MR1
P. Ellis
3662
Adult/Teen Guitar
Tuesday
5:00 to 6:00
14+
$70
CC MR1
P. Ellis
Sept. 20 – Nov. 8*
*No class on October 25. Discover your hidden talent!
Vocal Instruction Classes Act. # Class Name 3698
Vocal Instruction*
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
Sept. 20 – Dec. 6**
Tuesday
6:00 to 7:00
6-13
$70
CC MR 2
Just Dance
* Participants must bring a small notebook and pencil to each class. **No class on October 25 and November 8 and 22. Learn to relax!
Yoga Classes Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3719
Yoga for All Ages
Sept. 19 – Dec. 12*
Monday
5:00 to 6:00
10+
$70/ Free #
CC DR
S. Richards
3720
Yoga for All Ages
Sept. 24 – Dec. 10**
Saturday
10:00 to 11:00
10+
$63/ Free #
CC MR 1
S. Richards
*#No class on October 24, 31 and November 28. **No class on October 29 and November 26. Notes: Class is available free of charge for eligible Medicare members only. Non-members may participate for a fee.
You can check your Medicare eligibility by visiting https://www.silversneakers.com/tools/eligibility. If eligible, please print a card and bring it to the first class. All Medicare members must still register prior to class.
Youth Sports Programs Act. # Class Name 3705 3706
Pee Wee Sports - Session I**
Pee Wee Sports - Session II**
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
Sept. 24 – Oct. 22
Saturday
10:30 to 12:00
3-5
$25
BG
Staff
Nov. 5 – Dec. 10*
Saturday
10:30 to 12:00
3-5
$25
WGP
Staff
*No class on November 26. **Parent participation required for each class.
Wanted
Youth Team Sports Programs
Registration: Now through December 8. Last date to register is December 8, 2016. Note: Age and utility bill verification required for new and returning players. NO EXCEPTIONS! Special Requests: All coach requests must be written on registration form at the time of registration. All player requests for same team as another player must be written on the registration form for both players at the time of registration. Special requests are not guaranteed.
Volunteer Youth Basketball Coaches
Volunteers must successfully pass a Live Scan background check. Volunteer Coaches are eligible for a registration discount for child. Call (310) 973-3277 for more information.
Act. # Class Name
Dates
Ages
Skills Assessment Date
Fee (Resident/Non-R) Location
Instructor
3707
Youth Basketball
January 14 – March 4
5-7
No skills assessment
$40 / $45
BG
Staff
3708
Youth Basketball
January 14 – March 4
8-10
Monday, Dec. 12 @ 6:00 p.m.
$40 / $45
BG
Staff
3709
Youth Basketball
January 14 – March 4
11-12
Monday, Dec. 12 @ 6:30 p.m.
$40 / $45
BG
Staff
3710
Youth Basketball
January 14 – March 4
13-17
Monday, Dec. 12 @ 7:00 p.m.
$40 / $45
BG
Staff
Class Locations Legend Location
Room Name
Location
Location
Room Name
Location
CC MR
Community Center Meeting Room
2 Floor
CC MER B
Community Center Main Event Room B
3rd Floor
CC MR 1
Community Center Meeting Room 1
2nd Floor
CC K
Community Center Kitchen
3rd Floor
CC MR 2
Community Center Meeting Room 2
2 Floor
BG
Bollinger Gymnasium
CC DR
Community Center Dance Room
2nd Floor
JAP
Jane Addams Park
CC CL
Community Center Computer Lab
2nd Floor
WRP
Will Rogers Park
CC CR
Community Center Conference Room
2nd Floor
WGP
William Green Park
CC MER
Community Center Main Event Room
3rd Floor
CC MER A
Community Center Main Event Room A
3rd Floor
nd
nd
4040 W. 154th St. 15114 Firmona Ave. 4161 W. Manhattan Beach Blvd. 4558 W. 168th St.
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Do You Have a Green Thumb? The Community Services Department is calling all gardeners and will be accepting applications for new and returning gardeners for the Dan McKenzie Community Garden program. Dan McKenzie Community Garden is a 44-plot garden located at 4324 W. 160th Street in Lawndale. Each garden plot is approximately four hundred (400) square feet and provides the opportunity for gardeners to grow their own food for personal use and get some exercise while doing so. A garden plot can be leased for a nominal cost for a term of one year beginning on January 1, 2017 and ending on December 31, 2017. If you have a green thumb and want to become a gardener, or if you are a real gardener and are interested in applying for a garden plot, the Community Services Department will begin accepting applications on Monday, November 7, at 7:30 a.m. and continuing through Thursday, December 8, 2016, at 3:30 p.m. Beginning the week of Monday, December 12, 2016, garden plots will be assigned based on a system of priority until all plots have been assigned. Applications can be obtained by visiting the City’s website at www.lawndalecity.org, City Hall Online, Forms, Community Services. Applications can also be obtained by visiting the Community Services Department. For questions pertaining to garden registration procedures, or any other related questions, please contact Kari Conley-Bell at (310) 973-3283, or via email at kconleybell@lawndalecity.org. Applications must be submitted in person at the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center.
Planning a Celebratory Event? Have it in Lawndale! The Harold E. Hofmann Community Center has four state-of-the-art rooms, one with full amenities, available for reservation for private functions such as: birthday parties, baby showers, wedding receptions, business meetings, family gatherings, Main Event Room formal dining events, etc. Whatever event you are having, the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center has a room that is made just for your event. The following spaces are available for reservation for large and small groups: Full Main Event Room - 3,700 Square Feet Meeting Room Half Main Event Room - 1,850 Square Feet Main Event Room Kitchen - 800 Square Feet Full Meeting Room - 1,780 Square Feet Half Meeting Room - 890 Square Feet For more details, such as room availability and pricing, visit the City’s website at www.lawndalecity.org, and go to Government, Departments, Community Services, Facilities Rental and click on the Facility Rental and Deposit Fee Schedule to get all of the room and pricing details. After visiting the website, if you still have questions, please contact the Community Services Department.
USDA Free Food Program The City of Lawndale Free Food Program is open to people of all ages who qualify that are in need of food. The food is provided by the Food Bank of Southern California and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The food bank obtains and distributes donations of nutritious food that the City of Lawndale picks up from the warehouse, packs, and distributes weekly. The food received each week varies and oftentimes consists of canned goods and some type of fresh produce. Food distribution takes place at the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center, located at 14700 Burin Avenue, at the third floor Main Event Room. Food is distributed every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. on a first come, first served basis to those who qualify until all food is gone. Lines to obtain food form early. Those obtaining food must provide signature confirming that Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP) guidelines are met. For more information, please contact the Community Page 6 www.lawndalecity.org Services Department.
Looking for Dependable Transportation? Ride the Beat! The Lawndale Beat Fixed-Route Transit offers effective transportation solutions within the City of Lawndale at a reasonable cost, and in many cases free of charge. The Lawndale Beat is a seven day per week service consisting of two routes, the Residential and the Express. The Beat will get you nearly anywhere you want to go in Lawndale and links to neighboring transportation systems, such as: Metro, Torrance Transit and Beach Cities (Redondo) Transit at the Metro Green Line Station and the South Bay Galleria. The Lawndale Beat operates Monday thru Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:35 p.m.; Saturdays, 8:40 a.m. to 5:55 p.m.; and Sundays, 9:20 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Fares are an incredible $0.75! Seniors 62 years of age and older, disabled, children 6 years and younger (with a paying adult) may ride free of charge. One free transfer per passenger is available for connection to one of the neighboring transportation systems. Save money, save gas and help the environment by keeping cars off the road. Ride the Lawndale Beat today! For more information, including trip schedules, visit www.lawndalecity.org, place your cursor over Government and then Departments, then mouse click on Community Services and then Lawndale Beat Bus at the left of the page.
Looking for Senior Programs and Activities? Look No Further! Visit the Senior Services web page at www.lawndalecity.org, Departments, Community Services, Senior Services, or access the Senior Post by making one more click on Senior Post. Hard copies of the Senior Post can also be picked up at the Community Services Department building, however, availability is limited.
Lawndale Certified Farmer’s Market, Each and Every Wednesday Did you know that Lawndale has its own certified Farmer’s Market? Why not buy your organic fruits and vegetables right here in Lawndale from friendly farmers for reasonable prices? When you purchase food at Lawndale’s Certified Farmer’s Market, you are supporting “green” and “healthy” living. The Lawndale Certified Farmer’s Market operates each and every Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Lawndale Civic Center Plaza on the lawn of the Lawndale Library located at 14615 Burin Avenue near the intersection of Burin Avenue and W. 147th Street, just one block west of Hawthorne Boulevard. The Lawndale Farmer’s Market also provides tasty food prepared right on the spot while you wait. If you are interested in good food and good company, visit Lawndale’s Certified Farmer’s Market on any Wednesday. Please be aware that as the days get shorter this fall, the market will remain open and will have temporary lighting to make your evening shopping just as easy. Please note that due to the winter holidays, the market will be closed beginning Wednesday, November 23, 2016, through Wednesday, December 28, 2016, and will re-open on Wednesday, January 4, 2017.
Public Works Department NEWS The Public Works Department is located at 4722 Manhattan Beach Boulevard and can be reached by calling (310) 973-3260, Monday through Thursday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Fall Capital Improvements Program Update The Public Works Department is pleased to provide you with this quarterly update of the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The program covers: street, concrete, and traffic improvements (including sidewalk, curb and gutter), parks, and city facilities improvements. Projects are currently under construction or are in the planning and design phases.
Spotlight on Public Works Department - 2nd Quarter 2016
Current Projects
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT PRODUCTION STATISTICS:
Larch Avenue and W. 149 Street Improvements Project: The project will include street improvements on Larch Avenue from W. 147th Street to Marine Avenue and on W. 149th Street from Hawthorne Boulevard to Larch Avenue. Construction is expected to begin in October 2016 with an anticipated completion date of December 2016. The project will address street infrastructure deficiencies such as, poor pavement conditions, drainage issues resulting from damaged gutters, outdated wheelchair ramps, damaged driveway approaches and sidewalks, and other appurtenances. The project will be funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds and Measure R funds. th
COMPLETED Projects Citywide Traffic Signal Improvements: The City received a $1.5 million Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority Measure R Grant Funds to improve several traffic signals in the community. The signal upgrades will facilitate traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian movements within the City’s transportation network. Some of the traffic signal improvements will include the following elements: full-traffic actuated operation; bicycle and pedestrian use accommodations; timing plans for signals and new controllers, cabinets, conduits, wiring, and detection loops where needed and at a number of the following locations: Manhattan Beach Boulevard at Freeman Avenue; Rosecrans Avenue at Jefferson Avenue; Rosecrans Avenue at Ramona Avenue; Rosecrans Avenue at Firmona Avenue; Inglewood Avenue at W. 147th Street (both intersections); Inglewood Avenue at W. 152nd Street; Artesia Boulevard at Inglewood Avenue; Artesia Boulevard at Kingsdale Avenue; Artesia Boulevard at Grevillea Avenue; Prairie Avenue at W. 164th Street; Prairie Avenue at Manhattan Beach Boulevard; Prairie Avenue at W. 154th Street; Prairie Avenue at W. 147th Street; Prairie Avenue at Rosecrans Avenue; Marine Avenue at Firmona Avenue; Marine Avenue at Mansel Avenue; and Marine Avenue at Freeman Avenue. Construction for this project began in September 2015 and was completed in May 2016. Larry R. Rudolph Park: The new 1.5 acre park includes community gathering spaces, picnic and shade structures, an amphitheater, and a restroom building with cantilevered viewing deck. The park also includes multiple play areas for people of all ages, outdoor exercise equipment, a horizontal climbing wall, and a 1/8th of a mile long perimeter walking path. In addition, a rich California native plant palette including grasses, shrubs, and shade trees helped transform this formerly vacant lot into a beautiful and vibrant park with new play and picnic spaces for the community to enjoy. To reduce the amount of storm water entering the storm drain system, and to provide storm water cleansing on site, a bio-swale at the park perimeter was constructed. This project was completed in May of 2016 and was designed and constructed with California State Proposition 84, Round Two grant funding. If you have not yet visited the park, please do so as soon as possible and see another one of Lawndale’s crown jewels. City Sidewalk Repairs Project: The project scope of work includes the repair of raised and damaged sidewalks, driveway approaches, curb and gutters, upgrading wheelchair ramps to meet ADA standards, and localized pothole repairs. The target area includes Hawthorne Boulevard, Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Marine Avenue and various other city-wide areas. The construction for this project began this past summer and is expected to be completed by the time you read this article. The project was funded with both Proposition C and STP-L funds and is estimated to cost approximately $447,000.
(April – June)
Completed Service Requests: Total Completed Service Requests: . . . . . . 1,193 Residential Graffiti Removals:. . . . . . . . . . . 185 Commercial Graffiti Removals:. . . . . . . . . . 768 Pothole Repairs:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Permits Issued by Public Works:. . . . . . . . . . 54
Reports Completed and Filed: A Metro Prop C Quarterly Report, Inglewood Corridor L Project Measure R Monthly and Quarterly Reports for Inglewood/405 Freeway On-ramp and City-wide Signal Improvements Projects
Monthly Department Training and Meeting Participation: Los Angeles Permit Group South Bay Cities Council of Governments Solid Waste and Recycling Franchise Management Public Works Crew Safety Training Capital Improvement Projects (Biweekly) City View Permit Program OPRA Service Request Program Regional Water Quality Board Technical Advisory Committee Emergency Management ICS-300 Training
Attention Seniors, You May Qualify for a Utility Users Tax Exemption If you are a Lawndale resident senior 65 years or older, meet the Social Security Administration criteria of a blind or disabled person, or income does not exceed the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) established income limits for very low income families, you may qualify for a Utility Users Tax break. To obtain a Utility Users Tax Exemption Brochure, or an exemption application, please visit the Finance Department located at City Hall between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Proof of eligibility will be required for all applicants.
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Please Recycle, It Makes Sense! Lawndale Launches Organics Recycling Program: In October of 2014, Governor Brown signed Assembly Bill 1826 requiring businesses and multi-family complexes to recycle their organic waste on or after April 1, 2016. Organics are defined in the bill as food waste, food-soiled paper, landscaping waste, and compostable utensils. The requirement for businesses to recycle organics will be phased in starting with the largest organics generators, such as grocery stores, large restaurants, and food processing businesses. Also covered under this bill are multi-family complexes of 5 or more units. Multi-family complexes are not required to recycle food waste; however, are required to recycle landscaping waste. Lawndale has established an organics recycling program that will be available to all of Lawndale’s businesses and multi-family complexes at no additional charge. Organics will be separated out of your waste with specially designed orange bags that you will simply place inside of your trash containers. The bags will be separated from the trash by the City’s designated waste hauler, Republic Services, at their processing facility. Contact Republic Services at (800) 299-4898 for more information and to sign up to start recycling your organic waste. Organic waste accounts for about 40% of the material in landfills that Californians dispose of annually. Most organic waste is recyclable through methods such as composting, mulching, and anaerobic digestion. Recycling organic waste not only saves our valuable landfill space, but also creates green jobs.
SHARPS Collection Program: The City’s Waste Hauler, Republic Services, is now offering the residents of Lawndale, at no additional charge, the collection of used SHARPS. Within one week of request, a pre-paid, postage-paid mail-back container to safely collect used SHARPS and to send SHARPS for proper disposal will be delivered to each resident making such request. SHARPS containers are also available for pick-up at the City Public Works Yard located at 4722 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Lawndale. Residents are limited to four (4) containers at no additional charge per year. Each container shall be of adequate volume to accommodate the needs of a diabetic person for a three month period.
Don’t Fight, Get Help! South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution is an association of experienced professionals in conflict resolution available to assist residents of Lawndale who experience conflict in their personal and/or professional lives. Using creative conflict resolution techniques, we help prevent, manage, settle and resolve disputes. Parties can avoid litigation, unpleasant interactions and unnecessary disputes and arrive at a mutually satisfactory resolution to a wide variety of situations. The South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution has been able to resolve countless issues in Lawndale and can do the same for you. So instead of feuding, contact the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution and get your problem resolved once and for all. Bilingual mediators are also available. The Center’s services are available at no cost to residents, businesses, landlords and tenants. Call us now at (310) 376-7007, or visit our website at www.sbcdr.net, for more information.
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Help Clean Up Your City; Dispose of Unwanted Items Properly! Abandoned Items Plaguing Lawndale: You may have noticed an increased number of TVs, mattresses, sofas, chairs, and other large items abandoned throughout Lawndale. This is not only unsightly, but dumping these items in the public right-of-way is illegal and perpetrators can face severe fines and penalties. The City of Lawndale and the City’s designated waste hauler, Republic Services, is here to help the citizens of Lawndale dispose of these items responsibly. City of Lawndale single-family residents are offered up to four “bulky item” pickups each year. Each of these pickups can include up to four items such as, but certainly not limited to, refrigerators, sofas, mattresses, televisions, computers, and toilets. Bulky items are limited to items that can be lifted by two men. Call Republic Services’ customer service line at (800) 299-4898 at least 24 hours in advance of your regular trash collection day to schedule your collection. Residents living in multi-family buildings can receive one bulky item pickup per year; however; your landlord must contact Republic Services to set up a pickup appointment. Before scheduling a bulky item or electronic waste pickup, consider donating your old items to charity. To donate items, call Goodwill Industries at (800) GOODWILL or the Salvation Army at (800) 95-TRUCK for more information. The closest donation centers to Lawndale are located below: Salvation Army, 4001 Inglewood Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Goodwill, 2318 Artesia Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Goodwill, 13245 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250 Bulky items can also be collected at no charge during Lawndale’s Clean-Up Week, held in September and again in March of each year. Please contact the Lawndale Public Works Department at (310) 973-3260 for more information.
Attention Lawndale Business Owners – It’s That Time of Year Again… As we close in on the end of another year, the City of Lawndale would like to remind all Lawndale business owners that business licenses expire on December 31, 2016. Business license renewal fees are due on or before January 1, 2017. Please be aware that beginning February 1, 2017, for each subsequent month in which the license renewal fee is unpaid, an additional penalty of twenty-five percent (25%) of the value of the license, up to ten dollars, or whichever is greater, to a maximum of 200%, shall be added to the balance (LMC 5.07.030). Renewal statements will be mailed to all Lawndale business owners no later than November 1, 2016. Payments can be returned to the City by mail or hand delivery. If you choose to mail your payment, simply complete your renewal statement by making any corrections and sign and date the form. Please make personal checks, money orders or cashier’s checks payable to “City of Lawndale” and write the business license account number on the check. Payments can be mailed to City of Lawndale, Attn: Finance Department, 14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260. If hand delivering your payment, cash, credit or debit cards, personal checks, cashier’s checks and money orders will be accepted. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Finance Department at (310) 973-3246 Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
It’s Back to School Time; Drive Safely!
Municipal Services Department NEWS The Municipal Services Department is located at 14616 Grevillea Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260, and is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Staff is also available seven days a week by calling (310) 973-3220 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Did You Know… …that you should contact the City’s Planning Division before you begin any work at your property, including replacing landscaping? Although the City would like to see more drought tolerant landscaping, there are certain types of landscaping, like artificial turf, which have restrictions.
Did You Know… …that a fence permit is required for all new fences, as well as the replacement of an existing fence? Any fence or wall over 2 feet high requires a permit from the Community Development Department. In addition, no fence or hedge may be higher than 30 solid inches in the front yard and 6 feet in the rear yard.
Did You Know… …that you should contact the City’s Building and Safety Division before you begin any work at your property? Most home improvement projects, from replacing a water heater or windows to remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, requires a building permit. Construction without permits is unsafe and can end up costing additional fees in the long run.
It’s that time of year again; time to drive your children to and from school. Even if you do not typically drive your students, chances are you will need to drive on a rainy day or on a special occasion. Please consider the following safety tips for safe drop-off and pick-up of your precious cargo: Don’t back up. When backing up, the blind zones behind a vehicle can result in unnecessary pedestrian accidents. E xit on the right. Always let your passengers out on the curb side of the vehicle and watch them walk safely to the sidewalk. Put down that cell phone. Avoid all driving distractions, such as cell phones, GPS devices, and even your morning cup of coffee to protect your precious cargo. Follow the rules. Familiarize yourself with the traffic flow around your schools, so you know where to enter and exit safely. Obey all signs and directions provided by safety personnel. Park Safely. Do NOT park in the following areas: alongside red curbs, near fire hydrants, within crosswalks, or in the middle of the street. In addition, do not double-park. Leave earlier and arrive safely. Take the time to leave just a few minutes earlier so you do not have to rush to make it on time. For more information on school safety, please contact the Municipal Services Department.
2nd Quarter Beautification Home Awards The City’s Beautification Committee has awarded the second quarter Beautification Home Awards to the following homes in Lawndale: 2nd Quarter Recipients (April – June): Southeast Quadrant: 4059 W. 166th Street Southwest Quadrant: 4709 W. 171st Street Northeast Quadrant: 15201 Eastwood Avenue Northwest Quadrant: 14812 Burin Avenue Congratulations to all of the winners! If you would like to nominate a beautiful home or business in your neighborhood for consideration, please contact the Municipal Services Department at (310) 973-3220.
Keep your City clean! Participate in Clean Up Week: September 10 - 18 Clean-Up Week Details: Garage and Yard Sales: Permits are not required. Please note that garage/yard sale signs are not allowed on public property. Curbside Recycling: On your trash day, you can place small appliances, bundled branches, lamps, etc. at your curbside. Disposal at City Public Works Yard: Where: Public Works Yard – 4722 Manhattan Beach Blvd. When: Sunday, September 11, and Saturday, September 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. What: Lumber, unwanted furniture, small and large items; electronic waste, such as: televisions, computers, laptops, VCR’s, cell phones, microwaves, radios, etc. Hazardous waste will not be accepted. For hazardous waste disposal call (800) 238-0172. City Clean Up Day: Saturday, September 17 at 9:00 a.m. Volunteers needed! Meet at Wienerschnitzel, 14900 Hawthorne Blvd. at 9:00 a.m. Lunch provided for volunteers at the conclusion of the event. Event is sponsored by the Beautification Committee and Wienerschnitzel. For more information, contact the www.lawndalecity.org Page 9 Municipal Services Department.
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department News The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Lawndale Service Center is located at 15331 Prairie Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260, and can be reached by calling (310) 219-2750.
Pool Safety Tips The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department hopes that everyone had a safe and fun summer. Because we are so lucky here in California to have spectacular weather on a year-round basis, swimming is a year-round activity. While pools can be a fantastic way to have fun and keep yourself cool, they can be inherently dangerous and/or fatal. Hot tubs and jacuzzi’s can pose challenges and be unsafe as well if not used properly. Therefore, the following are some pool safety tips that will help to keep everyone safe when taking your next dive into a residential pool: Secure your pool with appropriate barriers. Keep your children under active and responsible adult supervision at all times. Ensure everyone in the home knows how to swim well; enroll them in an age-appropriate water orientation and learn-to-swim course. Keep your pool or hot tub water clean and clear for maximum visibility. Establish and enforce pool safety rules and safe behaviors. Ensure everyone in the home knows how to respond to aquatic emergencies by having appropriate safety equipment and taking water safety, first aid and CPR courses. For information and training resources such as, aquatics safety courses, additional pool safety tips, First Aid and CPR classes just to name a few, visit www.redcross.org.
How to Play Pokémon GO Safely No, your boss is not delusional. Neither is your best friend. They are among the many people hunting to be the next star trainer in the real world of Pokémon GO. Although your personal trainer may be excited for you as you venture to burn calories around many different places, we too enjoy a good workout! Many of our deputies continue to capture Pokémon and want to share some secrets in becoming the ultimate Ash Ketchum: Don’t play while driving. The last thing we need is a dead Pokémon. Stay vigilant as you play. Distraction can cause injuries, especially when you walk into traffic. Play in well-lit areas. As far as we know, there are no glow-in-the-dark Pokémon. If you suspect you are being followed, yell for help and use your phone to call 9-1-1. Gamers are strangers, too. Just because they like Pokémon does not mean they will be nice to you. Be cautious of being lured into a bad situation. Pokémon have homes too…just not yours. So if you are not invited, stay out of private property. We can guarantee you won’t find Pokémon in a jail. Although you may not be able to battle your real-life BFF, you can definitely teach him some things. So have him walk with you. And if you see Pokémon near a deputy, let him know! Pokémon might be telling you to also look for a career! We are hiring, so call (800) A-DEPUTY. Always be safe, play the game safely and enjoy it!
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He’s Making His Plans Early and Checking Them Twice... Santa Claus is Coming to Town! It’s only fall; however, Santa is making plans to visit your neighborhood. Mark your calendars and be ready for Santa when he comes through your neighborhood. Santa will make his way through the various neighborhoods beginning at 6:00 p.m. each night. No Santa Sleigh on December 3 and 4.
Route 1 – Tuesday, November 29
Leuzinger HS driveway on Larch; Leuzinger HS driveway on Avis; 14817 Avis; 15001 Avis; 14902 Osage; 14710 Osage; 14711 Eastwood; 15005 Eastwood; 14920 Freeman; 14710 Freeman; 14719 Larch; 14923 Larch; 15217 Larch; 15335 Larch; 15316 Freeman; 15138 Freeman.
Route 2 – Wednesday, November 30
15203 Eastwood; 15341 Eastwood; 15130 Osage; 15129 Avis; 15327 Avis; 4137 W. 159th ; 4305 W. 159th ; N/E Corner at Manhattan Beach Blvd.; 15710 Freeman; 15701 Larch; 15636 Sombra.
Route 3 – Thursday, December 1
15336 Osage; 4027 W. 159th ; of Avis & Saylor 4219 W. 156th ;
4035 W. 160th ; 4149 W. 160th ; 4303 W. 160th ; 4152 W. 161st ; 4040 W. 161st ; 4031 W. 162nd ; 16217 Freeman; 4138 W. 163rd ; 4028 W. 163rd ; 4123 W. 164th ; 4110 W. 165th ; 4030 W. 165th ; 4032 W. 167th ; 4025 W. 168th.
4228 W. 161st ; 4121 W. 162nd ; 4033 W. 164th ; 4041 W. 166th ;
Route 4 – Friday, December 2
4330 W. 163rd ; 4305 W. 164th ; 4230 W. 165th ; 4301 W. 166th ; 4332 W. 167th ; 4166 W. 167th ; 4137 W. 168th ; 4311 W. 168th ; 4304 W. 169th ; 4166 W. 169th ; 4121 W. 170th ; 4319 W. 171st ; 4316 W. 170th.
Route 5 – Monday, December 5
4455 W. 163rd ; 4565 W. 163rd ; 4548 W. 164th ; 4517 W. 165th ; 4548 W. 166th ; 4521 W. 167th ; Wm. Green School parking lot on 168th ; 4531 W. 170th ; 4558 W. 171st ; 4537 W. 172nd ; 4572 W. 173rd.
Route 6 – Tuesday, December 6
4729 W. 173rd ; 4728 W. 172nd ; 4725 W. 171st ; 4718 W. 170th ; 4725 W. 169th ; 4720 W. 166th ; 4751 W. 167th ; 4720 W. 166th ; 4757 W. 165th ; 4744 W. 164th ; 4721 W. 163rd.
Route 7 – Wednesday, December 7
4509 W. 162nd ; 4611 W. 162nd ; 4733 W. 162nd ; 4722 W. 161st ; 4562 W. 161st ; 4535 W. 160th ; 4717 W. 160th ; 4732 W. 159th ; 4600 W. 159th.
Route 8 – Thursday, December 8
15311 Grevillea; 15629 Grevillea; 15626 Mansel; 15420 Mansel; Jane Adams School parking lot on 153rd ; 15409 Firmona; 4607 W. 156th ; 15336 Condon; 15224 Condon; 15118 Condon.
Route 9 – Friday, December 9 14507 Burin; 14807 Burin; 14806 Grevillea; 14500 14801 Mansel; 15009 14806 Kingsdale; 14510 14717 Firmona; 14916 14706 Condon.
14927 Burin; 15008 Grevillea; Grevillea; 14509 Mansel; Mansel; 15002 Kingsdale; Kingsdale; 14509 Firmona; Condon; 14808 Condon;
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Otoño 2016 • Vol. 22 • No 3 • www.lawndalecity.org • (310) 973-3200
Programa de Eventos Especiales del Otoño 4o Festival Anual de Blues y JAZZ de Lawndale con Show de Carros para obras de Caridad
Lawndale
Blues Boys Awesome Blue - 2:45 p.m.
Lawndale Blues Boys - 1:30 p.m.
¿Cuándo? Sábado 24 de septiembre ¿A qué hora? 11:00 a.m. ¿En dónde? Parque Jane Addams (ver en la página 2 los detalles de la ubicación) Actividades: Buena Música, Show de Carros para Obras de Caridad y Puestos de Información. Louie Cruz-Beltran - 12:15 p.m. Ellis - 11:00 a.m. ¡Todas las actividades son gratuitas! Deliciosa comida disponible para compra. Si le gustaría estar en la Lista para recibir tarjetas postales del Festival de Blues y Jazz de Lawndale para saber de futuros eventos de festivales de música, por favor mande un correo con su información, nombre, dirección, ciudad y código postal, a mestes@lawndalecity.org y escriba Music Festival Mailing List en la línea de asunto (subject line).
Halloween ¿Cuándo? Lunes 31 de octubre, de 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ¿En dónde? Lawndale Civic Center Plaza (ver en la página 2 los detalles de la ubicación) Actividades: Mansión Embrujada, Concurso de Disfraces, Entretenimiento en Vivo, Juegos. ¡Todas las actividades son gratuitas! Deliciosa comida disponible para compra.
Ceremonia de Iluminación del Árbol del Ángel ¿Cuándo? Lunes 28 de noviembre de 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ¿En dónde? Lawndale Civic Center Plaza (ver en la página 2 los detalles de la ubicación) Actividades: Visita y sesión de fotos con Santa Claus, Entretenimiento en Vivo, Actividades de invierno. ¡Todas las actividades son gratuitas! Deliciosa comida disponible para compra. No olvide su cámara para Horario y cierre de oficinas de los Días conservar esos momentos inolvidables.
Paseos de Lawndale y el Trineo de Santa ¿Cuándo? Martes 29 de noviembre – viernes 9 de diciembre Aviso: No habrá trineo de Santa el 3 y 4 de diciembre. ¿Más información? Pase a la página 10 para ver la programación. Ubicación de Eventos Especiales: Para mayor información, vaya a la página 2. Cierre de calles por eventos especiales: Para mayor información, vaya a la página 2. Información sobre estacionamiento en eventos especiales: Para mayor información, vaya a la página 2. Marque su calendario y únase a nosotros en estos súper eventos!
Feriados de la Ciudad: Jueves 24 de noviembre de 2016, Día de Acción de Gracias El Ayuntamiento y todos los Departamentos estarán cerrados. Yarda de Obras Públicas, cerrado. Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann, cerrado.
Horario de Días Feriados de las instalaciones recreativas de la ciudad: Jueves 24 de noviembre de 2016, Día de Acción de Gracias arques Hogan, Hopper y Rudolph, de 10:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. P Parques Jane Addams, William Green y Rogers/Anderson, de 10:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. Gimnasio Bollinger, de 10:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. Todos los horarios de las instalaciones recreativas volverán a su horario normal el viernes 25 de noviembre de 2016. Ver en la página 16, el horario de las instalaciones recreativas. www.lawndalecity.com Page 11
NOTICIAS del Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios
Información sobre inscripciones a clases y programas
Las inscripciones para las siguientes clases y programas comienzan el lunes 6 de septiembre de 2016 y se recibirán exclusivamente en la recepción del segundo piso del Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann. El horario y las formas aceptables de pago para las inscripciones conforme vayan llegando, son las siguientes: Lunes – jueves de 7:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. – Efectivo, cheque personal, orden de pago, cheque de caja, tarjetas de crédito y débito. (Visa, MasterCard y Discover) Lunes – jueves de 5:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. – Exclusivamente tarjetas de crédito y débito. (Visa, MasterCard y Discover) Viernes, 7:30 a.m. a 3:30 p.m. – Exclusivamente tarjetas de crédito y débito. (Visa, MasterCard y Discover) Sábados, 10:30 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. – Exclusivamente tarjetas de crédito y débito. (Visa, MasterCard y Discover). ¡Inscripciones en línea! Las inscripciones a las clases y programas también pueden realizarse en línea 24/7 en el sitio web de la ciudad en www.lawndalecity. org. Vaya a Government, Departments, Community Services y haga clic en Existe un costo al inscribirse a los programas en línea. Puede obtener mayor información sobre los programas y las inscripciones, contactando el Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios durante las horas hábiles normales. Pase a la página 16 para ver las horas hábiles. ¡Haga una cuenta! También puede hacer una cuenta haciendo clic en El Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios está en el Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann, ubicado en el 14700 de la Avenida Burin y se les puede contactar llamando al (310) 973-3270. Ver la contraportada para las horas hábiles del centro.
Pase a la página 3 – 5 para ver los Programas y Clases Recreativas del Otoño
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Programa de Alimentos Gratuitos USDA
El Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios está llamando a todos los jardineros y se estarán recibiendo las solicitudes para los nuevos jardineros y los que regresan, para el programa del Jardín Comunitario Dan McKenzier. El Jardín Comunitario Dan McKenzie es un jardín de 44 lotes ubicado en el 4324 al oeste de la Calle 160 en Lawndale. Cada lote de jardín es de aproximadamente cuatrocientos (400) pies cuadrados y brinda oportunidad a los jardineros a cosechar sus propios vegetales para uso personal y al mismo tiempo hacer un poco de ejercicio. Se puede rentar un lote de jardín por un costo nominal por el término de un año comenzando el 1o de enero de 2017 y terminando el 31 de diciembre de 2017. Si tiene curiosidad y quiere convertirse en jardinero, o si es un jardinero de verdad y está interesado en meter una solicitud para un lote de jardín, el Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios estará recibiendo las solicitudes el lunes 7 de noviembre a las 7:30 a.m. y continuando hasta el 8 de diciembre de 2016, a las 3:30 p.m. Los lotes de jardines serán asignados en base a un Sistema de prioridad, comenzando el 12 de diciembre de 2016 y hasta que todos hayan sido asignados. Las solicitudes se pueden obtener visitando el sitio web de la ciudad en www.lawndalecity.org, City Hall Online, Forms, Community Services. También se pueden obtener las solicitudes visitando el Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios. Para preguntas sobre el proceso de inscripción para los jardines, o cualquier pregunta relacionada, por favor contacte a Kari Conley-Bell al (310) 973-3283, o por correo electrónico en kconleybell@lawndalecity.org. Las solicitudes deben entregarse en persona en el Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann.
El Programa de Alimentos Gratuitos de la Ciudad de Lawndale está abierto al público de todas las edades que califiquen y que se encuentran necesitados de alimentos. Los alimentos son suministrados por el Banco de Alimentos del Sur de California y la Secretaría de Agricultura (USDA, por sus siglas en inglés). El banco de alimentos obtiene y distribuye donaciones de alimentos nutritivos que la Ciudad de Lawndale recoge de bodegas, los empaca y los distribuye semanalmente. Los alimentos recibidos cada semana, varían y frecuentemente consisten en alimentos enlatados y frutas y verduras frescas. La distribución de alimentos se lleva a cabo en el salón de eventos especiales, en el tercer piso del Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann, ubicado en el 14700 de la Avenida Burin. Los alimentos de distribuyen cada miércoles a las 10:00 a.m. conforme van llegando y es para aquellos que califiquen y hasta que se terminen los alimentos. Las líneas para obtener los alimentos se forman temprano. Aquellos que obtengan alimentos, deben confirmar, con su firma, que se siguieron los lineamientos EFAP. Para mayor información, contacte al Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios.
¿Está planeando alguna celebración? ¡Hágalo en Lawndale! El Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann cuenta con cuatro salones de lo más moderno, uno con todos los servicios, disponibles para reservación para funciones privadas como: cumpleaños, baby shower, recepción de bodas, juntas de negocios, reuniones familiares y eventos con cenas formales, etc. Cualquier evento que tenga usted, el Centro Comunitario tiene un salón hecho justo para su evento. Las siguientes instalaciones están disponibles para grupos grandes y pequeños: Salón Completo para Eventos Principales – 3,700 pies cuadrados Medio Salón de Eventos Principales – 1,850 pies cuadrados Cocina de Eventos Principales – 800 pies cuadrados Salón de juntas completo – 1,780 pies cuadrados Medio salón de juntas – 890 pies cuadrados Para mayor información, como disponibilidad de los salones y precio, visite el sitio web de la ciudad en www.lawndalecity.org, y vaya a Government, Departments, Community Services, Facilities Rental y haga clic en Facility Rental y Deposit Fee Schedule para obtener los detalles del salón y el precio. Si todavía tiene preguntas después de visitar nuestro sitio web, haga favor de contactar al Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios.
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¿Busca transportación confiable? ¡Tome el Beat! El servicio de transportes de ruta fija 'Beat' de Lawndale ofrece soluciones eficaces para transportación dentro de la Ciudad de Lawndale, a precios razonables, y en muchos casos, sin costo alguno. El 'Beat' de Lawndale es un servicio de siete días de la semana, consistente en dos rutas, la residencial y la express. El 'Beat' de Lawndale lo llevará a casi cualquier lugar a donde quiera ir en Lawndale y con trasbordo a sistemas de transportación vecina como: El Metro, Torrance Transit y las Ciudades de las Playas (Redondo), a la estación del Metro Verde y al centro comercial South Bay Galleria. El 'Beat' de Lawndale opera de lunes a viernes, de las 7:00 a.m. a las 6:35 p.m.; sábados de las 8:40 a.m. a las 5:55 p.m.; y domingos de las 9:20 a.m. a las 5:45 p.m. ¡El pasaje cuesta increíblemente, $0.75! 'Seniors' de 62 años o más, discapacitados y niños de 6 años o menos, (con un adulto que pague) pueden viajar gratis. Se brinda un trasbordo gratuito por pasajero para conectar a uno de los sistemas de transportes vecinos. Ahorre dinero, ahorre gasolina y ayude al medioambiente, evitando la circulación de carros. ¡Viaje en el 'Beat' de Lawndale hoy! Para mayor información incluyendo los horarios del sistema de transporte, visite www.lawndalecity.org, ponga su cursor sobre Government y luego Departments, y haga clic en Community Services y luego Lawndale Beat Bus a la izquierda de la página.
Del Departamento de Obras Públicas El Departamento de Obras Públicas, se encuentra ubicado en el 4722 del Bulevar Manhattan Beach y se les puede contactar llamando al (310) 973-3260 de lunes a jueves entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 6:00 p.m.
Actualización sobre el Programa de Mejoras Importantes de Otoño El Departamento de Obras Públicas se complace en brindarle una actualización trimestral sobre el programa de mejoras importantes de la ciudad (CIP por sus siglas en inglés). El programa comprende: calles, concreto y mejoras de tránsito (incluyendo banquetas, aceras y coladeras) parques y mejoras a las instalaciones de la ciudad. Los proyectos se encuentran actualmente bajo construcción o en la fase de planeamiento y diseño. Por favor pase a la página 7 para los proyectos más sobresalientes actuales y COMPLETADOS
Lo más sobresaliente del Departamento de Obras Públicas del 2º trimestre del 2016 (Abril – Junio)
Pase a la página 7 para las ESTADISTICAS DE PRODUCCIÓN DEL DEPARTAMENTO DE OBRAS PÚBLICAS
¡Por favor recicle, tiene sentido! Lawndale Lanza el Programa de Reciclaje Orgánico: En octubre del 2014, el gobernador Brown firmó el Proyecto de Ley 1826 el cual requiere que los negocios y los complejos multifamiliares reciclen su desecho orgánico a partir del 1º de abril del 2016. La materia orgánica se define en el proyecto de ley como desecho de alimentos, papeles sucios, desecho de jardín y utensilios biodegradables. El requisito de los negocios de reciclar la materia orgánica será iniciado paulatinamente comenzando con los negocios que más generan, como los mercados, restoranes grandes y negocios de procesamiento de alimentos. También este proyecto de ley cubre los complejos multifamiliares de 5 of más unidades. No se requiere que los complejos multifamiliares reciclen desecho de jardines. Lawndale ha establecido un programa de reciclaje orgánico que estará disponible a todos los negocios y complejos multifamiliares de Lawndale, sin costo adicional. El desecho orgánico se separará de su desecho/basura en bolsas anaranjadas que deben colocarse en sus botes de basura. La compañía de recolección de basura, Republic Services, separará la basura en su planta de procesamiento. Para mayor información y para comenzar su desecho de basura orgánica, contacte a Republic Services al (800) 299-4898. El desecho orgánico representa alrededor del 40% del material en los tiraderos donde desechan los californianos anualmente. La mayor parte del desecho orgánico es reciclable a través de los métodos de abono y digestión anaeróbica. Reciclar el desecho orgánico, no solamente salva nuestro valioso espacio de los tiraderos, sin que crea buenos trabajos para el medioambiente.
Programa de Recolección SHARPS: La compañía de recolección de basura de la ciudad, Republic Services, está ofreciendo actualmente a los residentes de Lawndale, sin costo adicional, la recolección de objetos puntiagudos usados, SHARPS. A la semana de hacer la petición, se le entregará a cada residente, un envase con el porte pagado para recolectar sus SHARPS y para disponer de ellos adecuadamente. Los envases SHARPS también están disponibles para ser recogidos en la yarda de Obras Públicas de la Ciudad, ubicada en el 4722 del Bulevar Manhattan Beach. Se limita un total de cuatro (4) envases a los residentes, por año, sin costo adicional. Cada envase tendrá un volumen adecuado para que quepa el suministro de tres meses de una persona diabética.
Ayude a mantener limpia su ciudad; deseche adecuadamente los artículos no deseados Los artículos abandonados están plagando Lawndale: Habrá notado un gran número de televisores, colchones, sofás, sillas y otros artículos abandonados por la ciudad de Lawndale. Esto no solamente se ve mal, sino que tirar estos artículos en la vía pública es ilegal y a los perpetradores se les pueden multas y sanciones muy serias. La Ciudad de Lawndale y la compañía de recolección de basura, Republic Services, están aquí para ayudar a los ciudadanos de Lawndale a deshacerse de estos artículos de una manera responsable. A los residentes de Lawndale, de una sola familia se les ofrece la recolección de hasta cuatro “artículos voluminosos”, por año. Cada una de estas recolecciones puede incluir hasta cuatro artículos tales como, pero no limitados a, refrigeradores, sofás, colchones, televisores, computadoras y excusados. Los artículos voluminosos están limitados a artículos que se puedan cargar entre dos hombres. Llame a la línea de servicio al cliente de Republic Services al (800) 299-4898 con por lo menos 24 horas de anticipación a su día de recolección regular. Los residentes viviendo en multifamiliares pueden recibir hasta una recolección de un artículo voluminoso por año, pero su casero debe contactar a Republic Services para pedir la recolección. Antes de pedir una recolección de un artículo voluminoso o electrónico, considere donar sus artículos a obras de caridad. Para estas donaciones, llame a Goodwill Industries al (800) GOODWILL o al Ejército de Salvación al (800) 95-TRUCK para mayor información. Los centros de donación más cercanos a Lawndale se encuentran a continuación: Salvation Army, 4001 Inglewood Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Goodwill, 2318 Artesia Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Goodwill, 13245 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250 Los artículos voluminosos pueden recogerse sin costo alguno durante el día de limpieza de Lawndale, el cual se lleva a cabo en septiembre y marzo de cada año. Para mayor información, haga favor de contactar al Departamento de Obras Públicas de Lawndale al (310) 973-3260.
Atención a los Propietarios de Negocios de Lawndale – Ya llegó el momento otra vez… Conforme nos vamos acercando al final de otro año, la ciudad de Lawndale quiere recordarles a los propietarios de negocios de Lawndale, que sus licencias se vencen el 31 de diciembre de 2016. Las cuotas de renovación de licencia deben pagarse antes del 1o de enero de 2017. Le recordamos que comenzando el 1º de febrero del 2017, por cada mes subsecuente que la licencia no se pague, hay una multa de veinticinco por ciento (25%) del valor de la licencia y hasta diez dólares, o lo que sea mayor, y hasta un máximo de 200%, se agregará al saldo (LMC 5.07.030). Las renovaciones serán enviadas a los propietarios de negocios de Lawndale, a más tardar el 1º de noviembre del 2016. Los pagos pueden enviarse a la ciudad por correo o entregados personalmente. Si usted decide enviar su pago por correo, simplemente complete la renovación haciendo cualquier corrección y firme y ponga la fecha en el formulario. Por favor pague con cheque personal, orden de pago o cheque de caja, pagaderos a la Ciudad de Lawndale y escriba el número de la cuenta de la licencia en el cheque. Los pagos pueden enviarse a City of Lawndale, Attn: Finance Department, 14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260. Si se entregan personalmente, se aceptan pagos en efectivo, tarjetas de crédito o débito, cheques personales, cheques de caja y órdenes de pago. Si tiene alguna pregunta haga favor de contactar al Departamento de Finanzas al (310) 973-3246 de lunes a jueves, de 7:00 a.m. a 5:30 p.m.
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¡De regreso a la escuela, maneje con seguridad!
Noticias Del Departamento de Servicios Municipales El Departamento de Servicios Municipales está ubicado en el 14616 de la Avenida Grevillea en Lawndale y está abierto de las 7:00 a.m. a las 6:00 p.m. El personal está disponible los siete días de la semana, llamando al (310) 973-3220 de las 7:00 a.m. a las 6:00 p.m.
¿Sabía usted… …que debe contactar a la División de Planeamiento de la Ciudad antes de que comience a trabajar en su propiedad, incluyendo la reposición del jardín? A pesar de que a la ciudad le gustaría ver más plantas resistentes a la sequía, hay ciertos tipos de plantas, como pasto artificial, que tienen restricciones.
¿Sabía usted… …que se requiere un permiso de bardas, para todas las bardas nuevas, así como para la reposición de bardas existentes? Cualquier barda o pared de más de 2 pies de alto, requiere un permiso del Departamento de Desarrollo Comunitario (Community Development Department). Además, ninguna barda o seto puede ser mayor de 30 pulgadas sólidas, en la yarda de enfrente y 6 pies en la yarda trasera.
¿Sabía usted… …que debe contactar a la División de Seguridad de Edificios de la Ciudad (Building and Safety Division) antes de que comience a trabajar en su propiedad? La mayoría de los proyectos de mejoras a las casas, desde reponer calentadores de agua o ventanas, o remodelar cocinas o baños, requieren un permiso de construcción. Una construcción sin permiso no es segura y a la larga puede terminar en un costo adicional.
¡No pelee, pida ayuda! El Centro de Resolución de Disputas de South Bay es una asociación de profesionistas con experiencia en la resolución de conflictos, disponibles para ayudar a los residentes de Lawndale que estén pasando por un conflicto en sus vidas personales o profesionales. Usando técnicas creativas para la resolución de conflictos, ayudamos a prevenir, manejar y resolver las disputas. Las partes evitan un litigio, interacciones no placenteras y disputas innecesarias y llegan a una resolución satisfactoria en una gran variedad de situaciones. El Centro de Resolución de Disputas de South Bay ha podido resolver innumerables asuntos en Lawndale y podemos ayudarle a usted también. Entonces en lugar de discutir, contacte al Centro de Resolución de Disputas de Lawndale. También hay mediadores bilingües disponibles. Los servicios del Centro se encuentran disponibles sin costo para los residentes, negocios, caseros e inquilinos. Llámenos ahora al (310) 376-7007, o para mayor información, visite nuestro sitio web en www.sbcdr.net.
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Llegó ese momento otra vez cuando hay que llevar a los niños a la escuela. A pesar de que usted no lleve a sus estudiantes, lo más probable es que necesite manejar en un día lluvioso o en alguna ocasión especial. Por favor considere los siguientes consejos sobre seguridad para dejar recoger esa carga tan preciada: No retroceda. Al retroceder, hay zonas ciegas atrás del vehículo que pueden causar accidentes innecesarios a los peatones. Salga hacia la derecha. Siempre deje a sus pasajeros a la orilla de la banqueta y mírelos caminar con seguridad por la banqueta. Deje el celular. Evite distracciones al manejar, como teléfonos celulares, aparatos GPS, y hasta el café matutino para proteger su carga preciada. Obedezca las reglas. Conozca el tráfico alrededor de sus escuelas para que sepa cómo entrar y salir con seguridad. Obedezca los letreros y las direcciones que le dé el personal de seguridad. E staciónese con seguridad. NO se estacione en las siguientes áreas: junto a la orilla de la banqueta pintada de rojo, cerca de una bomba de agua, dentro del cruce de peatones, o en medio de la calle. Tampoco se estacione en doble fila. Salga temprano y llegue a salvo. Salga unos minutos antes para que no tenga prisa de llegar a tiempo. Para mayor seguridad en la escuela, por favor contacte al Departamento de Servicios Municipales.
Premios de Embellecimiento de Hogares del 2o trimestre El Comité de Embellecimiento de Hogares de la Ciudad, ha dado los premios de Embellecimiento de Hogares del 2o trimestre, a los siguientes hogares de Lawndale: Receptores del 2o trimestre (Abril – Junio): Cuadrante Sureste: 4059 W. 166th Street Cuadrante Suroeste: 4709 W. 171st Street Cuadrante Noreste: 15201 Eastwood Avenue Cuadrante Noroeste: 14812 Burin Avenue ¡Felicidades a todos los ganadores! Si quiere nominar a un bello hogar o negocio en su vecindario para consideración, por favor contacte al Departamento de Servicios Municipales al (310) 973-3220.
¡Mantenga limpia nuestra ciudad! Participe en la semana de limpieza: Septiembre 10 - 18 Detalles de la semana de limpieza:
Ventas de garaje y de yardas: No requieren permiso. Le recordamos que los anuncios de las ventas de garaje y yarda, no se permiten en propiedad pública. Reciclaje a la orilla de la banqueta: El día de su recolección de basura, puede poner artículos pequeños, montones de ramas, lámparas, etc., a la orilla de la banqueta. Desecho en la Yarda de Servicios Públicos de la Ciudad: Dónde: Yarda de obras públicas – 4722 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Cuándo: Domingo 11 de septiembre y sábado 17 de septiembre de 8:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m. Qué: Madera, muebles, artículos pequeños y grandes, electrónicos, como televisores, computadoras, laptops, VCR’s, celulares, microondas, radios, etc. El desecho peligroso no se aceptará. Para deshacerse de desecho peligroso, llame al (800) 238-0172. Día de Limpieza de la Ciudad: Sábado 17 de septiembre a las 9:00 a.m. ¡Se necesitan voluntarios! Nos reuniremos en Wienerschnitzel, 14900 Hawthorne Blvd. a las 9:00 a.m. Se dará almuerzo a los voluntarios, al terminar el evento. El evento es patrocinado por al Comité de Embellecimiento y Wienerschnitzel. Para mayor información, contacte al Departamento de Servicios Municipales.
Del Departamento del Alguacil del Condado de Los Ángeles El centro de Servicio de Lawndale, del Departamento del Alguacil del Condado de Los Ángeles, se encuentra ubicado en el 15331 de la Avenida Prairie y se les puede localizar llamando al (310) 219-2750.
Consejos de Seguridad para la Piscina El Departamento del Sheriff del Condado de Los Ángeles espera que todos hayan tenido un verano seguro y divertido. Como tenemos mucha suerte de que aquí en California tenemos un clima espectacular todo el año, las piscinas están abiertas todo el año. Las piscinas pueden ser una manera fantástica de divertirse y quitarse el calor, pero también pueden ser peligrosas y hasta fatales. Igualmente, los jacuzzis presentan un reto y pueden no ser seguros si no se utilizan de una manera apropiada. Por lo tanto, a continuación tenemos algunos consejos en cuanto a la seguridad que pueden ayudar a mantenerlos a todos a salvo cuando se metan a una piscina de una residencia: Asegure su piscina con barreras apropiadas. Mantenga a sus hijos bajo supervisión responsable de adultos en todo momento. Asegúrese que todos en su casa sepan nadar bien; inscríbalos en clases de natación adecuadas para su edad. Mantenga su piscina o su Jacuzzi limpios y con la máxima visibilidad. Imponga reglas en la piscina y comportamientos seguros. Asegúrese que todos en su casa sepan cómo actuar en caso de una emergencia acuática, teniendo el equipo adecuado de seguridad y tomando cursos de seguridad en el agua, primeros auxilios y resucitación, (CPR). Para información y recursos de entrenamiento como cursos de seguridad en el agua, consejos de seguridad en la piscina, primeros auxilios y resucitación (CPR), por mencionar algunos cuantos, visite www.redcross.org.
¡Ya está haciendo sus planes y los está revisando una y otra vez… Santa Claus, ya viene en camino! Apenas estamos en otoño; sin embargo, Santa está haciendo sus planes para visitar su vecindario. Marque su calendario y prepárese porque Santa Claus va a pasar por varios vecindarios desde las 6:00 p.m., todas las noches. No habrá trineo de Santa el 3 y 4 de diciembre. Vea la página 10 para encontrar sus rutas.
Farmer’s Market Certificado de Lawndale, Todos los Miércoles ¿Sabía usted que Lawndale tiene su propio Farmer’s Market certificado? ¿Por qué no comprar frutas y verduras orgánicas aquí mismo en Lawndale, de granjeros amistosos, a precios razonables? Cuando compra alimentos en el Farmer's Market de Lawndale, usted está contribuyendo a un medio ambiente responsable y a una vida saludable. El Farmer’s Market certificado de Lawndale se encuentra todos los miércoles de 2:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. en la Plaza del Centro Cívico en el Ayuntamiento y en el prado de la Biblioteca de Lawndale ubicado en el 14615 de la Avenida Burin, cerca de la intersección de la Avenida Burin y la Calle 147, a una cuadra al oeste del Bulevar Hawthorne.
Cómo jugar Pokémon GO con seguridad No, su jefe no está alucinando, ni tampoco su mejor amigo. Están entre mucha gente que anda a la caza de ser el siguiente entrenador estrella en el mundo real de Pokémon GO. A pesar de que su entrenador personal puede estar emocionado de que usted queme calorías yendo por diferentes lugares, nosotros también disfrutamos de un buen ejercicio. Muchos de nuestros oficiales han atrapado a Pokémon y quieren compartir algunos secretos para convertirse en el último Ash Ketchum: No juegue mientras maneja. Lo último que necesitamos es un Pokémon muerto. Manténgase alerta mientras juega. Las distracciones pueden causar lesiones, especialmente cuando camine entre el tráfico. Juegue en áreas bien iluminadas. Según tenemos entendido, no existe el Pokémon que brille en la oscuridad. Si sospecha que lo están siguiendo, grite para pedir ayuda y llame al 911. Los jugadores son extraños también. Solo porque les guste el Pokémon no quiere decir que sean buenos con usted. Tenga cuidado de que no lo estén atrayendo hacia una mala situación. Pokémon tiene casa también…pero no es la suya. Así es que si no lo invitan, no se acerque a una propiedad privada. Le aseguramos que no va a encontrar a Pokémon en la cárcel. A pesar de que no pueda pelearse con su mejor amigo, definitivamente puede enseñarle algunas cosas. Así es que hágalo que camine con usted. Y si ve a un Pokémon cerca de un oficial, dígaselo. Pokémon también podría estarle diciendo que busque una carrera. Estamos contratando, así es que llame a (800) A-DEPUTY. Siempre a salvo, juegue con seguridad y disfrútelo.
El Farmer’s Market de Lawndale también brinda buena comida preparada en el momento, mientras usted espera. Si le interesa la buena comida y la buena compañía, visite el Farmer's Market Certificado de Lawndale, los miércoles. Por favor tome en cuenta que como se vayan acortando los días este otoño, el Mercado estará abierto y tendrá iluminación temporal para seguir haciendo sus compras vespertinas con facilidad. Le informamos que debido a las festividades decembrinas, el mercado cerrará desde el miércoles 23 de noviembre de 2016 hasta el miércoles 28 de diciembre de 2016 y reabrirá el miércoles 4 de enero de 2017.
¿Busca programas y actividades para seniors? ¡No busque más! Visite la página web de servicios a los Seniors en www.lawndalecity.org, Departments, Community Services, Senior Services, o vaya al Senior Post, haciendo un clic más en Senior Post. También se pueden conseguir copias impresas en el Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios, pero la disponibilidad es limitada.
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Lawndale City Hall: 14717 Burin Avenue - (310) 973-3200 Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm Lawndale Civic Center Plaza
Intersection of W. 147th Street and Burin Avenue
Harold E. Hofmann Community Center 14700 Burin Avenue - (310) 973-3270 Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 8 pm; Friday, 7 am to 4 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm. Closed on Sundays & City-observed holidays.
Sheriff’s Service Center: 15331 Prairie Avenue (310) 219-2750 (Use 911 for emergency purposes)
Sheriff’s Department / South LA Station
1310 W. Imperial Hwy., Los Angeles, CA 90044 - (323) 820-6700 (Use 911 for emergency purposes)
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Lawndale Fire Station #21
4312 W. 147th Street - (310) 679-1131 or (310) 676-4606 (Use 911 for emergency purposes)
Los Angeles County Help Line
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Telephone Number 2-1-1
Los Angeles County Lawndale Library: 14615 Burin Ave. - (310) 676-0177 Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday, 1 pm to 8 pm; Thursday & Friday, 11 am to 6 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Planning & Building: 14717 Burin Avenue - (310) 973-3230
Building Permits - (310) 973-3230 Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm Building Inspector - (310) 973-3237 Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 9 am
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Public Works Department: 4722 Manhattan Beach Blvd. - (310) 973-3260
City Hall (310) 973-3200 Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles (310) 973-3214 Mayor Pro Tem Pat Kearney (310) 973-3217 Councilmember James Osborne (310) 973-3216 Councilmember Daniel Reid (310) 973-3218 Councilmember Bernadette Suarez (310) 973-3215 City Clerk Rhonda Gorman (310) 973-3212 City Manager Stephen N. Mandoki (310) 973-3202 Animal Control Services (310) 973-3220 Building Inspections (310) 973-3230 Business License (310) 973-3246 Lawndale City TV (310) 973-3259 Chamber of Commerce (310) 679-3306 Code Enforcement (310) 973-3220 Community Development/Planning (310) 973-3230 Community Services (310) 973-3270 Emergency Preparedness (310) 973-3220 Employment Opportunities/Job Hotline (310) 973-3200 X 3209 Fire Department (310) 679-1131 Graffiti Removal Hotline (310) 973-3264 Lawndale Little League (310) 489-2266 Library (310) 676-0177 Neighborhood Watch (Sheriff’s Department) (310) 219-2750 Personnel (310) 973-3201 Post Office (310) 679-9804 Railroad Information (Public Utilities Commission) (213) 576-7000 Senior Services (310) 973-3270 Sheriff’s Department (310) 219-2750 Shopping Cart Retrieval Hotline (310) 973-3299 South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution (310) 376-7007 Trash Pickup and Street Matters (310) 973-3260
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm
Municipal Services Department: 14616 Grevillea Avenue General Info: (310) 973-3220; Parking Info: (310) 973-3223 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm Patrol Hours: Monday - Sunday, 7 am to 6 pm Telephone Service: Monday - Sunday, 7 am to 6 pm Lawndale Historical Society Museum
14616 Grevillea Avenue - (310) 973-3205 Hours: Wednesdays, 1 pm to 4 pm and first Saturday of the month by request only.
Jane Addams Park (Supervised): 15114 Firmona Avenue - (310) 970-2188 Hours: Monday - Friday, 3:30 pm to 8 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm Bollinger Gym (Supervised): 4040 W. 154th Street - (310) 973-3274 Hours: Monday - Friday, 6 pm to 10 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm
William Green Park (Supervised): 4558 W. 168th Street - (310) 371-5273 Hours: Monday - Friday, 3 pm to 8 pm; Thursday, 1 pm to 8 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm
Rogers-Anderson Park (Supervised)
4161 W. Manhattan Beach Blvd. - (310) 970-2189 Hours: Monday - Friday, 3 pm to 8 pm or Dusk*; Thursday, 1 pm to 8 pm or Dusk* Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm or Dusk*
Hogan Park (Supervised): 4045 W. 167th Street Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm or Dusk* Hopper Park (Supervised)
4418 W. 162nd Street - Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm or Dusk*
Rudolph Park (Supervised): 14725 Larch Avenue Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm or Dusk*
Dan McKenzie Community Garden (Unsupervised)
4324 W. 160 th St. (Must be a registered gardener to enter.) Hours: Monday - Sunday, Dawn to Dusk
Alondra Park (LA County Facility)
3850 W. Manhattan Beach Blvd. - (310) 217-8366 *Closes at 8 pm or Dusk. Whichever comes first.
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