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Summer 2017 • Vol. 23 • No 2 • www.lawndalecity.org • (310) 973-3200
No Illegal Fireworks in Lawndale!
Hopper Park
IT'S A CRIME - $1,000 FINE Only Safe and Sane Fireworks Permitted See page 8.
Hogan Park
Health and Safety Fair
Harold E. Hoffman Community Center
Saturday, June 3, 2017 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Lawndale Civic Center Plaza See page 2.
Los Angeles County, Lawndale Library
Register for classes Now! See Page 3.
Rudolph Park
5th Annual Lawndale
Community Services Department NEWS
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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.
Music Festival
Saturday, September 23, 11:00 a.m. at Jane Addams Park Featuring:
11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Susie Hansen Latin Band Electric Caravan Lawndale Blues Boys Big Daddy T Blues Band Rosa Lee Brooks Project (Featuring Greg Wright)
See more info on page 9!
Mark your calendars and join us for the fantastic “free” event. Food and drink items will be 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.
2017 Lawndale Special Events Calendar May
Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 29, 9:00 a.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Wall
June
Health & Safety Fair Saturday, June 3, 10:00 a.m. at Lawndale Civic Center Plaza Activities: Dog licensing and low cost vaccinations, health and safety information, live entertainment, Sheriff and Fire Department displays, delicious food and much, much more! Lawndale Civic Center Plaza: Located one block west of Hawthorne Boulevard and W. 147th Street at the terminus of W. 147th Street. Navigate to 14700 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 Street Closures: W. 147th Street from Hawthorne Boulevard to Burin Avenue; Burin Avenue from north side of City property line at De Oro Lane to City Hall south parking lot property line. Affected streets will close at approximately 7:00 a.m. and will re-open at approximately 3:00 p.m. on June 3. Special Event Parking Information: Parking will be available at the City Hall west parking lot, Lucille Smith Elementary School, surrounding surface streets and at Hawthorne Boulevard median. No time limits for those parking at Hawthorne Boulevard median between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on June 3.
September
Lawndale Blues & Jazz Music Festival
Saturday, September 23, 11:00 a.m. at Jane Addams Park
October
Halloween Haunt Tuesday, October 31, 4:00 p.m. at Lawndale Civic Center Plaza Activities: Haunted House, Costume Contests, Live Stage Entertainment and Delicious Food.
FUN AHEAD
November
Angel Tree Lighting Ceremony Date to be determined, 4:00 p.m. at Lawndale Civic Center Plaza Activities: Visits and Photos with Santa, Live Stage Entertainment, Winter Activities, and Delicious Food.
Mark your calendars and join us for all of these super events. All events are free with the exception of food and drink items.
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Class and Program Registration Information Registrations for the following classes and programs begin Tuesday, May 30, 2017, and will be accepted exclusively at the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center at the second floor reception desk. Pre-registration is recommended for all classes. Certain classes may have enrollment limits. Class space may or may not be available on first date of class. 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) Monday - Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Credit and debit cards only. (Visa, MasterCard and Discover) 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) Note: American Express not accepted. 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, Departments, Community Services and click on Please be aware that there is a service charge when registering for programs online. More registration and program information can be obtained by contacting the Community Services Department during normal operating hours. See page 16 for hours of operation.
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City-Observed Holidays Monday, May 29, 2017 – Memorial Day Tuesday, July 4, 2017 – Independence Day*
Holiday Closures arold E. Hofmann Community Center – Closed H City Hall Offices and All Other City Departments – Closed
Recreation Facility Hours All Parks and Bollinger Gym – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.* *No Fireworks Allowed IN PARKS!
2017 Summer Recreation Classes and Programs Learn to dance!
Dance Instruction Classes (Cultural) Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3873
Mexican Folkloric for Beginners – Session I
July 3 – July 24
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
4-17
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3874
Mexican Folkloric for Beginners – Session II
July 26 – August 16
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
4-17
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3875
Mexican Folkloric for Beginners – Session III
August 21 – Sept. 13
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
4-17
$25
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3876
Mexican Folkloric for Intermediate – Session I
July 3 – July 24
Mon/Wed
7:00 to 8:00
6-17
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3877
Mexican Folkloric for Intermediate – Session II
July 26 – August 16
Mon/Wed
7:00 to 8:00
6-18
$35
CC DR
M. Alvarez
3878
Mexican Folkloric for Intermediate – Session III
August 21 – Sept. 13
Mon/Wed
7:00 to 8:00
6-18
$25
CC DR
M. Alvarez
Note: All classes will end with a public showing. Male students are welcome to participate.
Learn to dance!
Dance Instruction Classes (Line) Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3879
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session I
June 26 – July 24
Monday
6:00 to 7:30
15+
$26
CC MR2
R. Cook
3880
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session I
July 8 – August 12
Saturday
11:00 to 12:30
15+
$26
CC MR 2
R. Cook
3881
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session II August 7 – Sept. 11
Monday
6:00 to 7:30
15+
$26
CC MR 2
R. Cook
3882
Multi-Cultural Line Dance – Session II August 19 – Sept. 16
Saturday
11:00 to 12:30
15+
$26
CC MR 2
R. Cook
Dance Instruction Classes (Performance)
Express yourself dancing!
Instructor: Orange County Dance Productions (OCDP) Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
3846
Beginning Ballet!
June 27 – August 15*
Tuesday
5:50 to 6:35
6-10
$64
CC DR
OCDP
3862
Hip Hop Jazz Tumble#
Tuesday
6:40 to 7:25
5-9
$64
CC DR
OCDP
3883
Princess Ballet “Under the Sea”
Tuesday
5:00 to 5:45
3-5
$64**
CC DR
OCDP
3887
Tap, Jazz and Ballet Combo^
Tuesday
4:10 to 4:55
3-6
$64
CC DR
OCDP
June 27 – August 15* June 27 – August 15* June 27 – August 15*
Instructor
* No class on July 4 $ 5 materials fee due to instructor at first class meeting for princess supplies. Cash only please. ** ! Leotards, tights and ballet shoes required. # Sneakers or dance shoes required. ^Ballet and Tap shoes required. After school fun for teens!
Game Room for Teens and Adults (Drop In Program)
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
Ongoing
Tuesday
8:00 to 3:30
18+
$0
CC MR 1
Staff
Open Game Room
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
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Show your skills; learn new ones!
GYMNASTICS AND DANCE CLASSES Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
3905
Gym Babies
June 27 – Sept. 12**
Tuesday
3:30 to 4:15
1y,8m-4
$79
CC MER A Just Dance
3906
Gym Babies
July 1 – Sept. 9 #
Saturday
10:30 to 11:15
1y,8m-4
$79
CC MER A Just Dance
3907
Gym Kids
June 27 – Sept. 12**
Tuesday
4:30 to 5:30
4-6
$79*
CC MER A Just Dance
3908
Gym Kids
Thursday
4:30 to 5:30
4-6
3909
Gym Kids
July 1 – Sept. 9 #
Saturday
11:30 to 12:30
4-6
3910
Gym Juniors (Beginners)
June 27 – Sept. 12**
Tuesday
5:30 to 6:30
8-13
3911
Gym Juniors (Beginners)
Thursday
5:30 to 6:30
8-13
3912
Gym Juniors (Beginners)
July 1 – Sept. 9 #
Saturday
12:30 to 1:30
8-13
3913
Gym Juniors (Advanced)
June 27 – Sept. 12**
Tuesday
6:30 to 7:30
8-13
3914
Gym Juniors (Advanced)
Thursday
6:30 to 7:30
Jazzy Tots*** ^
June 29 – Sept. 14***
3915
June 29 – Sept. 14
Thursday
4:00 to 4:50
July 1 – Sept. 9 #
Saturday
10:30 to 11:20
3916
June 29 – Sept. 14***
Jazzy Tots*** ^
June 29 – Sept. 14***
CC MER A Just Dance CC DR
Just Dance
3-5
$70*
CC DR
Just Dance
CC DR
Just Dance
$70*
CC DR
Just Dance
CC DR
Just Dance
CC DR
Just Dance
Saturday
11:30 to 12:30
5-8
Thursday
5:00 to 6:00
8-14
Saturday
12:30 to 1:30
8-14
June 29 – August 24
Thursday
4:00 to 5:00
CC MER A Just Dance
$70
June 29 – Sept. 14***
JDC Dancers***
CC MER A Just Dance
$67*
Jazz Funk (Advanced)^
3864
$67*
CC MER A Just Dance
3-5
3918
!
$67*
CC MER A Just Dance
8-13
3917
Jazz Funk (Advanced)^
$67*
CC MER A Just Dance
CC MER A Just Dance
July 1 – Sept. 9 #
3919
$79*
$67*
Jazz Funk (Beginners) # ^
July 1 – Sept. 9 #
$79*
Instructor
5-13
$70*
$70*
$70 +
* $ 10 materials fee for T-shirt due to instructor at first class meeting. Cash only please.
+ $ 80 materials fee for costume due to instructor at
first class meeting. Cash only please.
** No class on July 4, August 22 and September 5. No class on July 6, August 17 and September 7. *** #
No class on August 19 and September 2. ^ Dress: Summer preparation for fall season parade and competition team. Wear all black JDC fitted black T-shirt or black tank with all black leggings with tan jazz shoes. ! Parent orientation on first day of class.
Martial Arts Classes
Learn to discipline yourself!
Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3927
Little Dragons A – Session I
June 26 – July 31
Monday
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
$30*
CC MER
J. Duncan
3928
Little Dragons A – Session II
August 7 – Sept. 11
Monday
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3929
Little Dragons B – Session I
June 28 – August 2
Wednesday 5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3930
Little Dragons B – Session II
August 9 – Sept. 13
Wednesday 5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
3931
Little Dragons C – Session I
June 26 – August 2
Mon/Wed
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
CC MER
J. Duncan
CC MER
J. Duncan
CC MER
J. Duncan
CC MER
J. Duncan
3932
Little Dragons C – Session II
August 7 – Sept. 13
Mon/Wed
5:00 to 5:45
5-11
3885
Soo Bahk Do, Korean Karate – Session I
June 26 – August 2
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
11+
3886
Soo Bahk Do, Korean Karate – Session II
August 7 – Sept. 13
Mon/Wed
6:00 to 7:00
11+
* $35 for uniform ordered from instructor; see instructor for details.
$25*
$30* $30* $48* $44*
$48* $44*
Optional Federation membership fee of $79;
Optional testing every other session for $10.
Music Classes
Discover your hidden talent!
Note: Students must have their own guitar for each class. Act. # Class Name
Dates
Day
Time
Ages
Fee
Location
Instructor
3889
Youth Guitar
June 27 – August 22*
Tuesday
4:00 to 5:00
8-13
$90
CC MR1
P. Ellis
3845
Adult/Teen Guitar
Tuesday
5:00 to 6:00
14+
$90
CC MR1
P. Ellis
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June 27 – August 22*
Class Locations Legend Location
Room Name
Location
CC MR
Community Center Meeting Room
2nd Floor
CC MR 1
Community Center Meeting Room 1
2nd Floor
CC MR 2
Community Center Meeting Room 2
2 Floor
CC DR
Community Center Dance Room
2nd Floor
CC MER
Community Center Main Event Room
3rd Floor
CC MER A
Community Center Main Event Room A
3rd Floor
CC MER B
Community Center Main Event Room B
3rd Floor
nd
Kids, Cool Off at Jane Addams Park This Summer! The wading pool at Jane Addams Park will be open this summer each Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. beginning Friday, July 7 through Friday, August 25. The pool is designed for young children 2 to 6 years of age. Adult supervision, preferably a parent, is required. Bathing suits and swim diapers specifically designed for pools are required as well. Traditional baby diapers are not allowed in the pool at any time. Please prevent unnecessary sunburns and bring your own sunscreen.
USDA Free Food Program The City of Lawndale Free Food Program is open to all adults who qualify. 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 and packs and distributes weekly. The food received each week varies and oftentimes consists of canned goods and some type of fresh produce. Food Distribution Information: 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, however, no earlier than 7:00 a.m. Those obtaining food must provide signature confirming that Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP) guidelines are met. For more information, please contact the Community Services Department at (310) 973-3270.
Are You Looking for Dependable Transportation in Lawndale? 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. Ride the Beat today! For trip schedules, please visit www.lawndalecity.org, Quick Links, City Bus and click on Route Schedules.
Are You Planning an Event? Look No Further than the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center! The Harold E. Hofmann Community Center has state-of-the-art rooms available for reservation for private functions such as: birthday parties, baby showers, wedding receptions, business meetings, family gatherings, 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: Main Event Room Full Main Event Room – 3,700 Square Feet * 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 ##
* Dining event capacity 300 people; assembly event capacity 400 people. Dining event capacity 150 people; assembly event capacity 200 people. ** # ##
Room capacity 50 people. Room capacity 100 people. 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 at (310) 973-3270.
Lawndale Seniors Have More Fun! Come and See Why... If you are looking for senior programs and fun activities in Lawndale for seniors, please visit the Senior Services web page at 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 Harold E. Hofmann Community Center, however, availability is limited!
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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.
Summer 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, in the planning and design phase, or completed.
Current Projects Inglewood Avenue Widening Project: Phase I and II of the project boundary will be from Manhattan Beach Boulevard to the I-405 Freeway northbound on-ramp, as well as the Marine Avenue intersection. The project will include construction of a right turn pocket, pavement resurfacing, crosswalk and traffic signal replacements, utility relocation, curb, gutter, traffic striping and other roadway modifications that will complete the traffic improvements throughout the project limits. Phase III of the project will widen Inglewood Avenue to provide a third southbound traffic lane from south of 147th Street to Marine Avenue. The project will also provide a continuous 10' wide sidewalk from Lawndale High School to Marine Avenue, a raised landscaped median island, traffic synchronization, street striping, and other roadway modifications that will complete the traffic improvements throughout the project limits. The project is in the design phase and is anticipated to be completed in 2018. Funding sources include Measure R, Proposition C and other federal funds (SAFETEA-LU).
Street Improvement Projects: The City’s Capital Improvement Program has identified the following streets for improvements: 162nd Street from Firmona Avenue to Hawthorne Blvd. 164th Street from Inglewood Avenue to Freeman Avenue 168th Street from Inglewood Avenue to Prairie Avenue 170th Street from Inglewood Avenue to Hawthorne Blvd. Larch Ave. from Marine Ave. to Manhattan Beach Blvd. Prairie Avenue from north City limit to south of 149th St. Osage Avenue from Firmona Avenue to 167th Street Alley west of Hawthorne Blvd. from 166th St. to 167th St. Alley east of Hawthorne Blvd. from 166th St. to 169th St. The various street improvements will address asphalt pavement repairs, restored roadway gutter/drainage flows, necessary modifications to eliminate/diminish street and cross-gutter nuisance water, and removal, where appropriate, of existing slotted cross-gutters. In addition, the project repaired damaged sidewalks, curbs and gutters, cross-gutters, alley gutters, curb return ramps, driveway approaches and re-establishment of traffic striping and markings as well as pavement markers and signage. The project began in January 2017 and is anticipated to be completed in the fall of 2017. Funding sources included Measure R, State Gas Tax Revenues, Proposition C, TDA, and STP-L.
Spotlight on Public Works Department - 1st Quarter 2017 (January – March)
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT PRODUCTION STATISTICS: Completed Service Requests: Total Completed Service Requests: . . . . . 929 Residential Graffiti Removals:. . . . . . . . . . 57 Commercial Graffiti Removals:. . . . . . . . . 621 Pothole Repairs:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Permits Issued by Public Works:. . . . . . . . . 63
Reports Completed and Filed:
COMPLETED Projects Larch Avenue Street Improvements Project: The recently completed project included street improvements on Larch Avenue from W. 147th Street to Marine Avenue. In addition to other improvements, the project addressed street infrastructure deficiencies such as poor pavement conditions, drainage issues resulting from damaged gutters, outdated wheelchair ramps, damaged driveway approaches and sidewalks. The project was funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Measure R funds. Storm Drain Replacement Project: The project’s scope of work addressed the broken storm drain pipe and sink holes at the intersection of 169th Street and 170th Street. The existing 18” corrugated metal pipe will be replaced with one hundred and fifty (150) linear feet of reinforced concrete pipe. Construction elements included demolition, removal, potholing, trenching, traffic control, pipe installation, trench backfill, and paving repair.
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os Angeles County Metro Proposition C Quarterly L Report for Inglewood Corridor Project Measure R Monthly & Quarterly Reports for Inglewood/ 405 Freeway On-ramp Measure R Monthly & Quarterly Reports for Citywide Signal Improvements Project
Monthly Department Training and Meeting Participation: Los Angeles Permit Group South Bay Cities Council of Governments Solid Waste and Recycling Franchise Management Public Works Department Crew Safety Training Capital Improvement Projects City View Permit Program OPRA Service Request Program Regional Water Quality Board Technical Advisory Committee
SHARPS Collection Program The City’s waste hauler, Republic Services, is now offering 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 used SHARPS for proper disposal will be delivered to each resident making a request. Each container shall be of adequate volume to accommodate the needs of a diabetic person for a three month period. Contact Republic Services at (800) 299-4898 to request your “free” SHARPS container.
What Are the Effects of Illegal Dumping? Dismantled televisions are finding their way into the fair streets of our city. Illegally dumped and stripped down TVs pose a serious threat to families and their children. Not only do TVs contain broken glass, choking hazards, and sharp wires, they contain many hazardous chemicals that can cause serious injury and illness if directly exposed to or inhaled. Some of these chemicals and their potential effects on our bodies are listed below: Lead: Exposure to lead can cause muscle weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and in more extreme cases can damage your kidneys. Mercury: Exposure can cause tremors, emotional changes, insomnia, headaches, neuromuscular changes, and in higher exposures, respiratory failure, kidney effects and potentially death. Cadmium: Exposure can cause vomiting, damage to lungs and kidneys, and can potentially cause cancer. Arsenic: Exposure can cause vomiting, diarrhea, numbness and tingling in extremities, rashes, liver and kidney damage, and in more extreme cases, even death. These are only four of the toxic chemicals that are found in old, abandoned televisions that threaten your well-being, and if not disposed of properly will leak into our environment through the soil and groundwater. You can help to combat these threats to others by keeping these chemicals away from our families by properly disposing of old televisions by doing one of the following: Call for a bulky item pickup: The City’s waste hauler, Republic Services, will collect your old television as a bulky item pickup; however, you have to contact them beforehand at (800) 299-4898 to schedule a pickup appointment. Dispose of Item Yourself: If you would like to dispose of a television yourself, you may take it to the following location: Hyperion Treatment Plant, 7660 W. Imperial Hwy, Gate B, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293 Hours: Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Donate it to Charity: If you would like to donate your old television, instead of recycling it, another option is to donate it to Goodwill Industries at (800) GOODWILL or the Salvation Army at (800) 95-TRUCK.
New Law – Commercial Organics and Food Waste Recycling In October of 2014, Governor Brown signed Assembly Bill 1826 requiring certain businesses and multi-family complexes to recycle their organic waste beginning April 1, 2016. Organics are defined as food waste, food-soiled paper, landscaping waste, and compostable utensils. The requirement for businesses to recycle organics/ food waste will be phased in starting with the largest generators such as grocery stores, large restaurants, and food processing businesses. Also covered under this bill are multi-family complexes of 5 units or more. Multi-family complexes are not required to recycle food waste, but are required to recycle landscaping waste. Lawndale has established an organics recycling program that will be available to Lawndale businesses and multi-family complexes that fall under AB 1826 at no additional charge. Businesses will place organics/food waste in specially designed bags and place them in the trash receptacle and Republic Services will separate the bags from the trash at their processing facility. Businesses and multi-family complexes can sign up for landscape and/or organics recycling service by contacting Republic Services at (800) 299-4898. 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.
Schedule Your Bulky Item Pickup Today! The City of Lawndale and Republic Services are here to help you dispose of your large and bulky items responsibly. These items can include refrigerators, sofas, mattresses, computers, toilets and many other items. City of Lawndale single-family residents are offered four “bulky item” pickups each year. Each pickup can include up to four items. Single family residents that exceed the number of pickups or place more than 4 items out per pickup, or do not schedule their pickup in advance with Republic Services, will be charged a fee of $22.22 for each additional item collected. Residents living in multi-family complexes can receive one bulky item pickup per year per unit. Bulky items are limited to items that can be lifted by two men. Call Republic Services’ customer service at least 24 hours in advance of your regular trash collection day at (800) 299-4898 to schedule your collection. Another way to easily schedule your bulky item pickup is to download, sign up and use the My ResourceTM app from Republic Services on your cell phone. You can also use the app to pay your bills, report a missed pickup and even rate their service. 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 Avenue, Redondo Beach Goodwill: 2318 Artesia Boulevard, Redondo Beach Goodwill: 13245 Hawthorne Boulevard, Hawthorne Please call the Lawndale Public Works Department at (310) 973-3260 for more information.
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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.
Are You a Responsible Dog Owner? Anyone Can Be By Following a Few Simple Steps. Below are a few reminders about some of the things you can do to be a responsible pet owner. These tips will help you, and your neighbors, have an enjoyable experience with your dog. All dogs are required to be licensed with the City annually. All dogs should be current on their rabies vaccination throughout the entire licensing period. It is not permissible to allow your dog to run at large at any time. Dogs should be kept on a leash whenever they are off your property. When taking your dog off property, you must have the proper supplies such as disposable baggies and gloves, or a scooper, so pet waste can be disposed of in a sanitary manner. It is unlawful to allow the animal waste to remain on any public or private property not owned or leased by the animal owner. For the peace and tranquility of your neighborhood, dog barking should be monitored and steps taken to limit the continuous or extended barking of your pet. If you and your neighbor are having difficulty coming to an agreement over pet noise, please contact the City’s free mediation service to assist you. The South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution can be reached by calling (310) 376-7007. The Municipal Services Department would be happy to help you learn more about any of these items or other tips for healthy, happy pet care. The Municipal Services Department can be contacted by calling (310) 973-3220.
Dog Licensing and Low-cost Vaccinations: What: Health and Safety Fair When: Saturday, June 3, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Where: Jane Addams Park, 15114 Firmona Avenue Please see page 2 for more details.
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Igniting Illegal Fireworks is a Crime in Lawndale! Violators Will Be Fined $1,000! The City of Lawndale, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the Los Angeles County Fire Department will be out in force this Fourth of July season to curb the use of illegal fireworks in Lawndale. Illegal fireworks are any fireworks that do not bear the California Fire Marshal "Safe and Sane" designation. Safe and Sane fireworks can only be used in Lawndale from noon until 11:59 p.m. on the 4th of July. Any firework that shoots up in the air or explodes is illegal anywhere and at any time in the City of Lawndale. Fireworks are also prohibited in all City parks. Violations of these laws will be strictly enforced and are punishable by up to a $1,000 fine plus penalties and assessments from the courts.
THE FOLLOWING FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL:
If you know of areas in your neighborhood where illegal fireworks are used each year, please notify the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department or the Municipal Services Department for additional information.
Did You Know…? …that Planning Department approval is required prior to installing any concrete or paving in the front yard setback (front 20 feet) of your property? If you would like to install a new parking pad, driveway or walkway, please obtain approval first. Even if you are just replacing old concrete or paving, you may need approval, so always contact the City’s Community Development Department to find out if you need a permit before you begin the work. A brief phone call, or visit to City Hall, will be much less problematic than a code enforcement violation or removal of work that has already been completed .
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department News
Los Angeles County Lawndale Library 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.
The Lawndale Library is located at 14615 Burin Avenue and is open for business on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Thursdays and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For questions about library services, please contact the library at (310) 676-0177.
Pool Safety Tips The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department would like everyone to have a fun and safe summer. Please remember while pools can be fun and a great way to keep yourself cool in the summer, they can be inherently dangerous and/or fatal.
Library Summer Discovery Program Launches In June!
Here are some home safety pool tips: Secure your pool with appropriate barriers. Keep your children under active supervision at all times. Ensure everyone in the home knows how to swim well by enrolling in age-appropriate water orientation and learn-to-swim courses. Keep your pool or hot tub water clean and clear. Establish and enforce 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.
Starting in June, the Lawndale Library will be kicking off its Summer Discovery Program for all ages. Just stop by to hear more about the exciting programs and events that are planned, and make sure to sign up!
For additional information and pool safety tips please visit: redcross.org
BLUES jazz 5th Annual
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Lawndale
Music Festival
Saturday, September 23, 11 am
Jane Addams Park, 15114 Firmona Ave., Lawndale, CA 90260
Susie Hansen Latin Band
Electric Caravan
Mark your calendar and join us for this free event. Food available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and sunscreen. No alcohol! Canopies, umbrellas, and other portable shade equipment must be located in the canopy zone or be taken down once the festival begins.
W 149th St Mansel Ave
Grevillea Ave
Firmona Ave
Kingsdale Ave
Condon Ave
Marine Ave
Jane Addams
W 152nd St W 153rd St W 153rd Pl
PARK
Jane Addams Middle School
W 153rd St
Marine Ave Hawthorne Blvd
Inglewood Ave
Rosa Lee Brooks Project (Featuring Greg Wright)
W 154th St
Lawndale Blues Boys
Big Daddy T Blues Band
W 156th St
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2017 Outstanding Older American Award Recipient – Libor Kubes Libor Kubes has been a volunteer for the City of Lawndale for over 15 years. He has lived in the South Bay for 20 years and enjoys spending time with his wife and family. Mr. Kubes volunteers with the senior nutrition program setting up tables, chairs and cleaning up after the programs. He is always one step ahead by getting the water, tea and coffee ready in the morning, or setting up tables for lunch. Mr. Kubes has also added his volunteer talents to the City of Lawndale commodities program. He helps the commodities participants find places to sit and assists with any questions they may have. His friendly demeanor and enthusiastic attitude makes him a pleasure to work with. Mr. Kubes is always kind to other seniors, helps translate when needed and volunteers every week without fail. Libor Kubes is an outstanding example of an active senior that enjoys volunteering and helping his community.
Free Breakfast and Lunch for Kids The Lawndale Elementary School District is pleased to extend our FREE summer breakfast and lunch program to all children ages 1 – 18 in our community at the following Lawndale school locations beginning Monday, June 19, 2017 through Friday, July 28, 2017. Breakfast will be provided from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and lunch will be provided from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the following Lawndale Elementary School District locations: William Green Elementary School: 4520 W. 168th Street Will Rogers Middle School: 4110 W. 154th Street Mark Twain Elementary School: 3728 W. 154th Street Jane Addams Middle School: 4535 W. 153rd Place Billy Mitchell Elementary School: 14429 Condon Avenue* *Lunch served from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. This is a drop-in program, no registration is necessary. For more information, please call Alice Garcia at (310) 973-1300 extension 50051.
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.
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.
Have You Missed a Lawndalian? Back issues can be accessed online at www.lawndalecity.org, Quick Links, Lawndalian.
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.
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Verano 2017 • Vol. 23 • No 2 • www.lawndalecity.org • (310) 973-3200
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BLUES jazz de Lawndale
Sábado 23 de septiembre a las 11:00 a.m. en el parque Jane Addams Pase a la páginas 2 y 9 para mayor información.
Ver en la página 2 el Calendario de Eventos Especiales de Lawndale. Los días feriados de la Ciudad, se pueden encontrar en la página 2. ¡Niños, refrésquense en el parque Jane Addams este verano! El chapoteadero del parque Jane Addams abrirá este verano de lunes a viernes de las 12 p.m. a las 4:00 p.m. comenzando el viernes 7 de julio, y hasta el viernes 25 de agosto. La piscina está designada para niños de 2 a 6 años de edad. Se requiere supervisión de adultos, preferentemente un padre. También se requieren trajes de baño y pañales específicamente diseñados para nadar. Los pañales de bebé tradicionales no se permiten en la piscina en ningún momento. Por favor evite quemaduras de sol innecesarias y traiga su propio bloqueador de sol.
Programa Gratuito de Alimentos USDA El Programa “Commodities” de la Ciudad de Lawndale está abierto a gente de todas las edades que califiquen, que se encuentran en necesidad de alimentos. Los alimentos son suministrados por el Banco de Alimentos (Food Bank) del Sur de California y la Secretaría de Agricultura (USDA) de los Estados Unidos. El banco de alimentos obtiene y distribuye donaciones de alimentos nutritivos que la Ciudad de Lawndale recoge semanalmente de bodegas, empaqueta y distribuye. Los alimentos recibidos cada semana varían y a menudo consisten de alimentos enlatados y algún tipo de vegetales frescos. Información sobre la distribución de alimentos: La distribución de alimentos se encuentra en el anexo al Nuevo Centro Comunitario ubicado en el 14700 de la Avenida Burin, en el salón de eventos especiales, en el tercer piso. Los alimentos son distribuidos cada miércoles a las 10:00 a.m. conforme vayan llegando y hasta que se terminen todos los alimentos para aquellos que califiquen. Las líneas para obtener alimentos, se forman temprano, pero no antes de las 7:00 a.m. Quienes obtengan alimentos, deben firmar confirmando que se ha cumplido con los reglamentos de EFAP. Para mayor información, por favor contacte a la oficina del Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios al (310) 973-3270.
NOTICIAS del Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios El Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios se encuentra 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 durante horas de operación normales. Vea en la contraportada las horas que opera al centro.
Información sobre Inscripciones a Clases y Programas Las inscripciones a las siguientes clases y programas comenzarán el martes 30 de mayo de 2017 y se aceptarán exclusivamente en la recepción del segundo piso del Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann. Las horas para inscribirse personalmente y las formas de pago aceptables son las siguientes: • Lunes – Jueves, de 7:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. – Efectivo, cheques personales, órdenes de pago, cheques de caja, tarjetas de crédito y de débito. (Visa, MasterCard y Discover) • Lunes – Jueves, 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) Atención: No se acepta American Express. ¡Inscríbase en Línea! También se pueden inscribir a las clases y programas, en línea por internet 24/7 en el sitio web de la ciudad en www.lawndalecity.org. Vaya a Government, Departments, Community Services y haga clic en Le informamos que hay un cargo por inscribirse en línea. Se puede obtener más información sobre inscripciones y programas contactando al Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios al (310) 973-3270 durante horas de operación normales. Vea las horas de operación en la página 16. ¡Abra una cuenta! También puede abrir una cuenta haciendo clic en
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¿Está planeando un evento? No busque más; ¡Hágalo en Lawndale! El Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann cuenta con salones de lo más moderno en instalaciones, que están disponibles para reservación, para funciones privadas como: fiestas de cumpleaños, baby showers, recepciones de bodas, juntas de negocios, reuniones familiares o cualquier otro evento. El Centro Comunitario de Lawndale tiene el salón para su evento. Las siguientes instalaciones están disponibles para grupos grandes y pequeños:
Salón Principal de Eventos Completo – 3,700 Pies cuadrados*
Medio Salón Principal de Eventos – 1,850 Pies cuadrados** Cocina Salón Principal de Eventos – 800 pies cuadrados Salón de juntas completo – 1,780 pies cuadrado # Medio salón de juntas – 890 pies cuadrados ##
* Evento para cenas con una capacidad de 300 personas, evento para asambleas con
una capacidad de 400 personas. ** Evento para cena para 150 personas; evento para asambleas con una capacidad de 200 personas. # Salón con capacidad para 50 personas. ## Salón con capacidad para 100 personas. Para más detalles, como disponibilidad y costo, contacte 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 información completa sobre todos los salones y detalles en cuanto al costo. Si todavía tiene preguntas después de visitar el sitio web, por favor contacte al Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios al (310) 973-3270.
¡Los Personas de la Tercera Edad de Lawndale se Divierten más! Venga a ver porqué... Si busca un programa y actividades divertidas para personas de la tercera edad, haga favor de visitar la página web de los Servicios a los personas de la tercera edad, en Departments, Community Services, Senior Services, o busque acceso en el Senior Post haciendo un clic más en Senior Post. Copias impresas del Senior Post se pueden obtener en el Centro Comunitario Harold E. Hofmann, pero la disponibilidad es limitada.
Busca transportación confiable? 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 el 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' hoy! Para información sobre horarios, visite www.lawndalecity.org, Quick Links, City Bus y haga clic en Route Schedules.
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NOTICIAS del Departamento de Obras Públicas El Departamento de Obras Públicas está ubicado en el 4722 del Bulevar Manhattan Beach y se le puede contactar llamando al (310) 973-3260, de lunes a jueves entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 6:00 p.m
Actualización del Programa de Mejoras Importantes del Verano El Departamento de Obras Públicas se complace en brindar un reporte de actualización trimestral de las Mejoras Importantes de la Ciudad (CIP, por sus siglas en inglés). El programa cubre calles, concreto y mejoras al tráfico (incluyendo banquetas, y coladeras), parques y mejoras a las instalaciones de la ciudad. Los proyectos que se encuentran actualmente en construcción, en planeación y en su fase de diseño o completadas.
Por favor vea la página 6 para los proyectos actuales y completados.
Lo más sobresaliente del Departamento de Obras Públicas – 1er trimestre de 2017 (enero – marzo) ESTADÍSTICAS DE PRODUCCIÓN DEL DEPARTAMENTO DE OBRAS PÚBLICAS: Solicitudes de Servicios Completados: Total de Solicitudes de Servicios Completados: . . 929 Limpia de Graffiti de Residencias:. . . . . . . . . . . 57 Limpia de Graffiti de Comercios: . . . . . . . . . . . 621 Reparación de baches:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Permisos expedidos por el Departamento de Obras Públicas:. . . . . . . . . . . 63
Reportes Completados y Archivados: eporte Trimestral de la Propuesta C del Metro del R Condado de Los Ángeles, para el Proyecto del Corredor Inglewood Reportes Mensuales y Trimestrales de la Medida R, de la rampa de acceso de Inglewood a la Autopista 405 Reportes Mensuales y Trimestrales de la Medida R para el Proyecto de Mejoras a los Semáforos de la Ciudad
Capacitación y Participación de Juntas Mensuales del Departamento: Permisos de Grupo de Los Ángeles Consejo de Gobiernos de las Ciudades de South Bay Administración de Franquicias de Residuos Sólidos y Reciclaje Entrenamiento de las Cuadrillas de Seguridad del Departamento de Obras Públicas Proyectos de Mejoras Importantes Programa de Permisos de la Ciudad Programa de Solicitud de Permisos de OPRA Comité de Asesoramiento Técnico de la Junta Regional de la Calidad del Agua
Programa de Recolección SHARPS Los servicios de recolección de basura de la Ciudad, Republic Services, está ofreciendo ahora a los residentes de Lawndale, sin costo adicional, la recolección de artículos puntiagudos o filosos, SHARPS usados. A una semana de pedirlo, se le entregará al residente un envase con el porte pagado, para mandar los artículos usados SHARPS. Cada envase tendrá el volumen adecuado para acomodar las necesidades de una persona diabética por un período de tres meses. Contacte a Republic Services al (800) 299-4898 para pedir su envase gratuito SHARPS.
¿Cuáles son los Efectos Dañinos de Desechar Artículos Ilegalmente? Televisores desarmados están apareciendo en las calles de nuestra ciudad. Los televisores desarmados y tirados ilegalmente presentan una amenaza seria para las familias y sus hijos. Los televisores no solamente contienen vidrios rotos, peligro de atorarse en la garganta, y cables puntiagudos, también contienen químicos que pueden causar serias lesiones y enfermedades si se les expone directamente a ellos o si son inhalados. Algunos de estos químicos y sus posibles efectos en nuestros cuerpos, están enlistados a continuación: Plomo: La exposición al plomo puede causar debilidad muscular, náuseas, vómito, diarrea, estreñimiento y en casos extremos puede dañar los riñones. Mercurio: Su exposición puede causar temblores, cambios emocionales, insomnio, dolores de cabeza, cambios neuromusculares y ante una exposición mayor, insuficiencia respiratoria, efectos en los riñones y puede causar la muerte. Cadmio: Su exposición puede causar vómito, daño a los pulmones y riñones y puede causar cáncer. Arsénico: Su exposición puede causar vómito, diarrea, adormecimiento y cosquilleo en las extremidades, erupciones, daño al hígado y los riñones, y en casos extremos, puede causar la muerte. Estos son solamente cuatro de los químicos tóxicos que se encuentran en televisores viejos abandonados, que amenazan su bienestar y si no se dispone de ellos adecuadamente, se escaparán en el medioambiente a través de la tierra y el agua subterránea. Usted puede ayudar a combatir estas amenazas a otras personas, manteniendo estos químicos lejos de nuestras familias y disponiendo de los televisores viejos de la siguiente manera: Llame para que se recoja un artículo voluminoso: El servicio de recolección de la ciudad, Republic Services, recogerá su televisor viejo como una recolección de artículo voluminoso, sin embargo, usted tiene que contactarlos de antemano al (800) 299-4898 para arreglar que se recoja el artículo. Disponga del artículo usted personalmente: Si usted quisiera deshacerse de su televisor personalmente, puede llevarlo a la siguiente dirección: Hyperion Treatment Plant, 7660 W. Imperial Hwy, Gate B, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293 Horas: Sábados y domingos de 9:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. Dónelo para una obra de caridad: Si usted quisiera donar su televisor en lugar de reciclarlo, otra opción es que lo done a las Industrias Goodwill al (800) GOODWILL o al Ejército de Salvación al (800) 95-TRUCK.
Nueva Ley – Programa Comercial de Reciclaje de Desecho de Alimentos/Orgánicos En octubre del 2014, el Gobernador Brown firmó el Proyecto de Ley 1826 requiriendo que ciertos negocios y complejos multi-familiares reciclen el desecho orgánico a partir del 1º de abril de 2016. Lo orgánico se define como desecho de alimentos, papel sucio de alimentos, papeles de jardinería y utensilios de abono. Los requisitos para que los comercios reciclen desecho orgánico/alimentos comenzará con los generadores más grandes como mercados, restoranes grandes y comercios de procesamiento de alimentos. También bajo este Proyecto de ley están los complejos multifamiliares de 5 unidades o más. Los complejos multifamiliares no requieren reciclaje de desecho de alimentos pero se requiere que se recicle el desecho de jardín. Lawndale ha establecido el programa de reciclaje orgánico que estará disponible en los comercios de Lawndale y los complejos multifamiliares que entran dentro del Proyecto de ley AB 1826 sin costo adicional. Los comercios pondrán el desecho de alimentos orgánicos en bolsas especialmente diseñadas, en receptáculos de basura y Republic Services separará las bolsas, de la basura en sus instalaciones de procesamiento. Los comercios y los complejos multifamiliares pueden registrarse para el servicio de reciclaje orgánico y de jardín, contactando a (800) 299-4898. Los desechos orgánicos representan alrededor del 40% de material en vertederos que los Californianos desechan anualmente. La mayoría del desecho orgánico es reciclable a través de métodos como compostaje, acolchado y digestión anaeróbica. Reciclar desecho orgánico no solo salva nuestros espacios valiosos en los vertederos, también crea ‘empleos verdes’.
¡Arregle una recolección de un artículo voluminoso hoy! La Ciudad de Lawndale y Republic Services están aquí para ayudarlo a deshacerse responsablemente de sus artículos grandes y voluminosos. Estos artículos pueden incluir refrigeradores, sofás, colchones, computadoras, inodoros y muchos artículos más. La Ciudad de Lawndale y Republic Services están aquí para ayudarlo a deshacerse responsablemente de sus artículos grandes y voluminosos. Estos artículos pueden incluir refrigeradores, sofás, colchones, computadoras, inodoros y muchos artículos más. A los Residentes de una familia de la Ciudad de Lawndale, se les ofrecen hasta cuatro recolecciones de “artículo voluminoso” por año. Cada recolección incluye hasta 4 artículos. A los residentes de una sola familia que excedan la cantidad de recolecciones o que pongan más de 4 artículos para su recolección, o que no pidan la recolección por adelantado con Republic Services, se les cobrará una cuota de $22.22 por cada artículo adicional recolectado. Los residentes viviendo en complejos multi-familiares, pueden recibir una recolección de un artículo voluminoso, por año, por unidad. Los artículos voluminosos están limitados a artículos que puedan levantarse entre dos personas. Llame a servicio al cliente para pedir su recolección a Republic Services con por lo menos 24 horas de anticipación al día de recolección regular, al (800) 299-4898 Otra forma de arreglar una recolección de un artículo voluminoso es inscribiéndose en My ResourceTM y bajar la solicitud en su teléfono celular. También puede usar la aplicación para pagar sus servicios, reportar alguna falta de recolección, y hasta comentar sobre su servicio. Antes de arreglar la recolección de un artículo voluminoso o electrónico, considere donar sus artículos viejos a obras de caridad. Para mayor información, sobre donación de artículos, llame a Goodwill Industries al (800) GOODWILL o al Ejército de Salvación al (800) 95-TRUCK. A continuación tenemos los centros de donación más cercanos a Lawndale : Ejército de Salvación: 4001 Inglewood Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Goodwill: 2318 Artesia Bulevar, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Goodwill: 13245 Hawthorne Bulevar, Hawthorne, CA 90250 Para mayor información, haga favor de llamar al Departamento de Obras Públicas de Lawndale al (310) 973-3260.
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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.
¡Prender fuegos artificiales ilegales, es un delito en la Ciudad de Lawndale! ¡A los violadores, se les impondrá una multa de $1,000! La Ciudad de Lawndale, y el Departamento del Alguacil del Condado de Los Ángeles y el Departamento de Bomberos del Condado de Los Ángeles, estarán en servicio este 4 de Julio para frenar el uso de fuegos artificiales ilegales en Lawndale. Los fuegos artificiales ilegales son los fuegos artificiales que no cuentan con la designación de “Safe and Sane” del jefe de bomberos de California. Los fuegos artificiales “Safe and Sane” son los unicos que se pueden usar en Lawndale de las 12 del medio día, hasta las 11:59 de la noche del 4 de Julio. Cualquier fuego artificial que se dispare hacia arriba en el aire y explote, es ilegal en cualquier lugar, a cualquier hora, en la Ciudad de Lawndale. Los Fuegos Artificiales también están prohibidos en los parques de la Ciudad. La violación a estas leyes será estrictamente observada y castigable por hasta $1,000 de multa, más recargos de los juzgados. Si usted sabe de áreas en su vecindario donde se usen fuegos artificiales ilegales cada año, favor de notificarlo al Departamento del Sheriff del Condado de Los Ángeles o diríjase al Departamento de Servicios Municipales para mayor información.
LOS SIGUIENTES FUEGOS ARTIFICIALES SON ILEGALES:
¿Sabía usted…? …que se requiere aprobación del Departamento de Planeamiento para la instalación de cualquier pavimento ó concreto para la yarda de enfrente (20 pies de frente) en su propiedad? Si quiere instalar una nueva plataforma de estacionamiento, entrada a la cochera o vía de acceso, primero debe obtener permiso. Aunque usted nada más esté reponiendo concreto viejo o repavimentando, usted necesita que se le apruebe, así es que siempre contacte al Departamento de Desarrollo de la Comunidad para saber qué permiso necesita, antes de comenzar la obra. Una breve llamada telefónica o una visita al Ayuntamiento será menos problemática que una violación al código o que se le haga quitar un trabajo que ya ha sido completado.
¿Es usted un dueño responsable de un perro? Cualquiera lo puede ser siguiendo los siguientes pasos sencillos. A continuación tenemos algunos recordatorios sobre algunas cosas que usted puede hacer para ser un dueño responsable de un perro. Estos consejos le podrán ayudar a usted y a sus vecinos a tener una mejor experiencia con su perro. Todos los perros requieren una licencia anual de la ciudad. Todos los perros deben tener su vacuna de la rabia al corriente durante todo el período que dure su licencia. No está permitido que su perro ande suelto en ningún momento. Los perros deben mantenerse con correa siempre que se encuentren afuera de su propiedad. Al llevarse a su perro de su propiedad, usted debe contar con los artículos necesarios como bolsitas de plástico, guantes o algo para recoger el deshecho de su mascota de una manera sanitaria. Es ilegal permitir que el desecho de un animal permanezca en la vía pública o en propiedad privada que no sea la propiedad del dueño del perro o de quién está atendiendo al perro. Por la paz y tranquilidad de su vecindario, se debe vigilar el ladrido de un perro y se deben tomar los pasos necesarios para limitar un ladrido continuo o largo, de su mascota. Si usted o su vecino están teniendo problemas para llegar a un acuerdo por el ruido de su mascota, favor de contactar a los servicios de mediación gratuitos de la ciudad para que les ayuden. Al Centro de Resolución de Disputas de South Bay se le puede contactar llamando al (310) 376-7007. El Departamento de Servicios Municipales estará complacido en ayudarle a saber sobre estos temas y otros consejos para la atención segura y feliz de su mascota. Al Departamento de Servicios Municipales se les puede contactar llamando al (310) 973-3220.
Vacunas a bajo costo y licencias para perros: Qué: Feria de Seguridad y Salud Cuándo: Sábado 3 de junio de 10:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m. Dónde: Parque Jane Addams, en el 15114 de la Avenida Firmona
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Noticias de la Biblioteca de Lawndale, del Condado de Los Ángeles La Biblioteca de Lawndale está ubicada en el 14615 de la Avenida Burin y está abierta al público los martes y miércoles de 1:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m.; Jueves y viernes de 11:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. y sábados de 10:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. Para preguntas sobre los servicios de la biblioteca, favor de contactar la biblioteca al (310) 676-0177.
El Programa de Descubrimiento de la Biblioteca en el Verano, se Lanza en Junio Page 14 The people are the City!
Comenzando en junio, la biblioteca de Lawndale comenzará el programa de verano de Descubrimiento, para todas las edades. ¡Visítenos para saber sobre los emocionantes programas y eventos que tenemos planeados y regístrese!
ANUNCIOS Y NOTICIAS DE LA COMUNIDAD Receptor del Premio del Ciudadano Americano Mayor del 2017 – Libor Kubes Libor Kubes ha sido un voluntario para la ciudad de Lawndale por más de 15 años. Ha vivido en South Bay por 20 años y disfruta pasar tiempo con su esposa y su familia. El Sr. Kubes es voluntario en el programa de nutrición de seniors, preparando mesas, sillas y limpiando después de los programas. Siempre va un paso adelante para tener agua, te y café, listos en la mañana, o para preparar las mesas para el almuerzo. El Sr. Kubes también ha agregado su talento de voluntario al programa de “commodities” de la Ciudad de Lawndale. Ayuda a los participantes del programa a encontrar su lugar para sentarse y ayuda con cualquier pregunta que tengan. Es un placer trabajar con su actitud amistosa y entusiasta. El Sr. Kubes es siempre amable con otros seniors, ayuda a traducir cuando se necesita y nunca falta de ser voluntario semana tras semana. Libor Kubes es un ejemplo sobresaliente de un senior activo que disfruta su trabajo de voluntario, para ayudar a su comunidad.
Desayunos y Almuerzos Gratuitos para Niños El Distrito Escolar de Primarias de Lawndale se complace en brindar nuestro programa de desayunos y almuerzos GRATUITOS para niños de 1 a 18 años en nuestra comunidad, en las siguientes escuelas de Lawndale, comenzando el lunes 19 de junio de 2017, hasta el viernes 28 de julio de 2017. Los desayunos se servirán de 8:30 a.m. a 9:00 a.m. y los almuerzos de 12:00 p.m. a 12:30 p.m. en las siguientes escuelas primarias del Distrito Escolar de Lawndale: William Green Elementary School: 4520 W. 168th Street Will Rogers Middle School: 4110 W. 154th Street Mark Twain Elementary School: 3728 W. 154th Street Jane Addams Middle School: 4535 W. 153rd Place Billy Mitchell Elementary School: 14429 Condon Avenue* *Los almuerzos se servirán de 12:30 p.m. a 1:00 p.m. Este es un programa de presentarse en el momento, no necesitan inscribirse. Para mayor información, por favor llame a Alice Garcia al (310) 973-1300 extensión 50051.
'Farmer’s Market' Certificado de Lawndale ¿Sabía usted que Lawndale tiene su propio Farmer’s Market certificado? ¿Por qué ir lejos a comprar frutas y verduras orgánicas, si las puede comprar aquí mismo en Lawndale, de granjeros amistosos, a precios razonables? Cuando usted compra comida en el Farmer's Market certificado de Lawndale, está apoyando una forma de vida saludable, libre de contaminantes. El Farmer's Market certificado de Lawndale se encuentra los miércoles de las 2 p.m. a las 7 p.m. en la Plaza del Centro Cívico de Lawndale, en el prado de la Biblioteca de Lawndale en el 14615 de la Avenida Burin Avenue cerca dela intersección de la Avenidad Burin y al oeste de la Calle 147. A solo una cuadra al oeste del Bulevar Hawthorne. El Farmer's Market certificado de Lawndale también brinda buena comida, preparada ahí mismo, mientras espera. Así es que si le interesa la buena comida y la buena compañía, visite el Farmer's Market certificado de Lawndale, los miércoles.
¡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.
Atención Seniors – ustedes pueden calificar para una exención de impuestos de Usuarios de Servicios Públicos Si usted es un residente de Lawndale mayor de 65 años, cumple con el criterio de la Administración del Seguro Social de una persona ciega o con discapacidad o sus ingresos no son mayores a los límites de ingresos establecidos por el Desarrollo de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD) para las familias de bajos ingresos, usted puede tener derecho a una exención de impuestos para Usuarios de Servicios Públicos (UUT por sus siglas en inglés). Para obtener un folleto sobre la exención de impuestos, de Usuarios de Servicios Públicos, o una solicitud para la exención, por favor visite el Departamento de Finanzas ubicado en el Ayuntamiento entre 7:00 a.m. y las 5:30 p.m. de lunes a jueves. Se requiere una prueba de elegibilidad para todos los solicitantes.
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 las Piscinas El Departamento del Sheriff del Condado de Los Ángeles desea que todos tengan un verano divertido y seguro. Por favor recuerde que aunque las piscinas son divertidas y una manera estupenda para refrescarse en el verano, son ciertamente peligrosas y/o fatales. He aquí algunos consejos sobre la seguridad en las piscinas: Asegure su piscina con las barreras apropiadas. Mantenga a sus hijos bajo supervisión activa en todo momento. Asegúrese que todos en su hogar sepan nader bien, inscribiéndolos en clases de orientación en el agua, de edad apropiada y con cursos para aprender a nadar. Mantenga el agua limpia y clara en su piscina o su Jacuzzi. Establezca y ponga en vigor comportamientos de seguridad. Asegúrese que todos en su casa sepan cómo actuar en caso de una emergencia acuática, teniendo el equipo de seguridad apropiado y tomando cursos de seguridad en el agua, primeros auxilios y cursos de resucitación, CPR. Para información adicional y consejos sobre la seguridad en la piscina, por favor visite: redcross.org
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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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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
Public Works Department: 4722 Manhattan Beach Blvd. - (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; Thursday, 1 pm to 8 pm Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm
Hogan Park (Supervised): 4045 W. 167th Street - (310) 214-0512 Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm Hopper Park (Supervised)
4418 W. 162nd Street - Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm
Rudolph Park (Supervised): 14725 Larch Avenue Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm
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
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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
City Hall (310) 973-3200 Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles (310) 973-3214 Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Reid (310) 973-3218 Councilmember James H. Osborne (310) 973-3216 Councilmember Pat Kearney (310) 973-3217 Councilmember Bernadette Suarez (310) 973-3215 City Clerk Rhonda Hofmann 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
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