Paramount AROUND TOWN
SEPTEMBER 2020
2020 CENSUS BE COUNTED & FUND OUR PROGRAMS
The Deadline is September 30 Paramount's population, as determined by the U.S. Census, has resulted in funding for the following: • School meals • Citywide graffiti removal • Rent/mortgage/small business relief grants • Repairing our public pool • Repairing sidewalks • Paramount Park futsal courts • Beautiful traffic medians • Residential Remodel Program • A safe, attractive environment
DRIVE RECKLESSLY IN TOWN,
LOSE YOUR CAR IS A TEMPORARY THRILL WORTH THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS AND THE LOSS OF YOUR VEHICLE? The Paramount City Council doesn’t think so. It has approved tough new penalties to combat a sharp increase in dangerous street racing, donuts, and intersection takeovers, with the ultimate punishment being the confiscation of the offender’s car. Various forms of reckless driving are widespread throughout the region. Due to Paramount’s close access to many freeways, the City has been plagued by these lawbreakers who care nothing about our neighborhoods or putting people in mortal danger. Street racers and the spectators urging them on who are apprehended in Paramount now face severe consequences.
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For the drivers, there are large fines for the racing itself and costs to store impounded vehicles that, combined, can reach thousands of dollars. In addition, felony vandalism charges can also be filed, as it costs the City as much as $6,000 to repair an intersection after it’s been hit – and the driver can be liable for full reimbursement. For some, they can lose their cars for good. Those watching and encouraging the reckless driver can be charged with a misdemeanor and/or be fined too. Residents are encouraged to call (562) 623-3500 when they see an intersection takeover starting to form.
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