Oakland City Wire

LA County launched a new COVID-19 home test collection program today, which allows certain County residents to do free testing from the comfort of their own homes.

CITY OF COVINA: Introducing Banna Park

The City of Covina is excited to announce the opening of Banna Park to the public!

CITY OF OAKLAND: Temporarily Suspends Indoor Recreation Programs Due to Rise in COVID-19 Cases

Due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases (10,733 current cases as of November 30, 2020 in Oakland per Alameda County Public Health Department), and coupled with the fact that the holiday season and gatherings are anticipated to play a major role in the rise of COVID-19 infections for Oakland families, Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development (OPYRD) is temporarily suspending the Town Camp Enrichment Program.

CITY OF LONG BEACH: City of Long Beach, Nonprofit Partnership Offer Grants to Child Care Providers

The City of Long Beach and The Nonprofit Partnership (TNP) are administering grants for licensed early child care providers to purchase supplies needed to meet State and Los Angeles County COVID-19 protocols.

CITY OF CLAREMONT: Household Hazardous Waste Round Up at Brackett Field

The Los Angeles County Sanitation District will host a FREE Household Hazardous Waste Drive-Thru Collection Event on Saturday, December 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Brackett Field in La Verne.

CITY OF CARSON: City of Carson inviting participants to serve on commissions, committees, and boards

By Press release submission | Nov 28, 2020

The City of Carson is inviting residents and members of the public to participate in serving on a commission, committee, or board.

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CITY OF BURBANK: Launches Plant for a Greener Burbank Initiative

By Press release submission | Nov 28, 2020

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CITY OF BELLFLOWER: New LA County Health Order Modification In Response to COVID-19 Surge

By Press release submission | Nov 28, 2020

On November 17, Los Angeles County established thresholds for additionalactions if the five-day average of cases is 4,500 or more orhospitalizations are more than 2,000 per day.

CITY OF SANTA MONICA: City Council Recognizes the Achievements of Santa Monica’s Three Outgoing Councilmembers

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2020

At its meeting, last night and following the November 3 election, the Santa Monica City Council honored the public service of its three outgoing councilmembers: Councilmember Ana Maria Jara, Mayor Pro Tempore Terry O’Day, and Councilmember Ted Winterer.

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CITY OF LONG BEACH: City Further Defers Business License Tax and Fee Payments

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2020

Recognizing the financial strain that the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have on many local businesses, the Long Beach City Council last week voted unanimously to offer additional time for business owners to pay some City business license tax and fees and provide an additional grant opportunity to eligible businesses that have been particularly hard-hit by the pandemic.

CITY OF COVINA: Launches mobile phone applications for iPhone and Android to help residents report issues on the go and tap into local government around the clock

Citizens and visitors to the City of Covina can now report potholes that need filling, traffic signal issues, and graffiti that needs removing form an app on their iPhone or Android smart phones, with the launch of the Covina At Your Service a new mobile work order application.

CITY OF OAKLAND: Prepares for Winter Weather, Encourages Residents and Businesses to Adopt a Drain on Their Block to Prevent Flooding

Oakland’s recent rainy weather is a helpful reminder that winter is arriving, and could bring with it rainy or stormy weather that City workers, residents and business owners can all prepare for now.

CITY OF BURBANK: Burbank Public Library Offers Expanded Services for Job Seekers

In response to increased unemployment and the need for remote services, Burbank Public Library has enhanced its offerings to job seekers and entrepreneurs.

CITY OF ALHAMBRA: Donations Sought for Virtual Spark of Love Toy Drive

The Alhambra Firefighters Association, the City of Alhambra, and the Alhambra Unified School District are asking for your help to bring smiles to children’s faces this holiday season.

CITY OF CLAREMONT: Police Department Toy Drive

By Press release submission | Nov 21, 2020

The holiday season is upon us and this year, the Police Department is proud to once again partner with Keeping the Good in Our Neighborhood (KGNH) for a no contact, socially distanced, drive-through toy drive (per COVID-19 protocols) that will benefit local children in need.

CITY OF SANTA MONICA: Santa Monica Receives the 2020 National Leadership in Sustainability Award from the International Code Council

Each year, the International Code Council (ICC) recognizes outstanding contributions to building codes or public policy in the fields of energy efficiency and sustainability.

CITY OF OAKLAND: New App Makes It Easier to Schedule Building Inspections

The City of Oakland’s Planning & Building Department launched a new application called, Oakland Building Inspection Request, making it easier for customers to schedule building inspections.

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CITY OF CARSON: Offers Business Assistance Grant up to $30,000 per Business

The City of Carson is offering a one-time Business Assistance Grant to businesses in Carson who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

CITY OF BELLFLOWER: How to Talk to Your Kids About COVID-19

The topic of the COVID-19 has educators and parents wondering how best to talk to their children and students to help reduce worry and anxiety.

CITY OF LOS ANGELES: The City of Los Angeles Recognized for its Innovative Use of Technology to Serve Residents