LA County Meets Threshold For Yellow Tier Reopenings
Yesterday, Los Angeles County officially met the threshold for the least restrictive Yellow Tier in the State's Blueprint for a Safer Economy. A revised Los Angeles County Health Officer Order will go into effect on Thursday, May 6, to reflect newly permitted activities. Moving into the yellow tier allows for increases in capacity in many sectors and allows bars to begin providing indoor service at 25% capacity. All of these changes will still require safety modifications, including masking, distancing
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State Legislation on Organic Waste to Impact La Verne Refuse Rates Residents Invited to Learn More!
Similar to many other cities throughout California, the City of La Verne is considering a refuse service rate increase to cover the increased costs of organics and green waste disposal brought about by recent State legislation, as well as a 3.49% increase based on the Consumer Price Index. The La Verne City Council will hear a presentation on this matter at their regular city council meeting on Monday, May 17th, followed by a formal public hearing on Monday, June 21st. All cities in the State, including La
University of La Verne Plans New College of Health and Well-Being
Plans are now underway to organize a College of Health and Community Well-Being as the fifth college of the University of La Verne. President Devorah Lieberman noted that the new college is the transformational focus of the university’s 2025 Strategic Vision approved by the Board of Trustees in November 2020. “The university recognized the increasing need for health professionals in the region and the growing interest in health professions among students,” said President Lieberman. “By leveraging our
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Hour Restrictions Removed for Bars, Breweries and Wineries
The Los Angeles County Health Officer Order was updated to align with the change in CDC recommendations around masking for fully vaccinated people. Additional modifications to the Order also included allowing indoor arcades and indoor playgrounds (bounce centers, ball pits, laser tag) to open at 25% maximum indoor capacity with safety modifications. Bars, breweries and wineries hours of operation limitations due to the pandemic have been removed, and employees who are fully vaccinated at food service
Client Success Story: Unspoken Language Services, Inc.
Amanda Martin is the President and CEO of Unspoken Language Services, an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting service agency that provides onsite and virtual ASL interpretation for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. Amanda started the business as a sole proprietor, solely interpreting for as many deaf individuals as possible. After working full-time as an ASL interpreter, she thought, “how can I help more deaf people on a greater scale?” With what seemed impossible, she soon transitioned her sole
L.A. County Begins to Meet Yellow Tier Thresholds
Los Angeles County has begun to meet the qualifications for the least restrictive yellow tier in the State's Blueprint for a Safer Economy framework. If the County maintains current levels or declines in the case rate and test positivity rate for an additional week, it is possible in early May for the County to move to the yellow tier. Public Health will be working with the Board of Supervisors and sector partners to prepare for the County's possible move to the yellow tier as early as May 5. In the yellow
IVRT Livestreaming ''Zero Hour'' May 11 and 12
Cate Caplin to Direct Frank Minano in IVRT Livestreaming Play “Zero Hour” Claremont, CA— Inland Valley Repertory Theatre (IVRT) proudly announces Cate Caplin as director of its upcoming livestreaming play, “Zero Hour.” A one-man play, Frank Minano will portray Zero Mostel —the outgoing and lively American actor best known for his roles as “Tevye” in “Fiddler on the Roof” and as “Max Bialystock” in “The Producers.”“The real-life Mostel was a larger-than-life figure who was continually performing and would
Sowing Seeds for Life: New Wednesday Pantry Location, Same Love
In January 2021, Sowing Seeds for Life moved out of our temporary home at the Pomona Fairplex and into very welcoming and familiar surroundings at the home of its Pomona pantry for the past seven years, Charisma Life Church on Arrow Highway. The move enabled the food pantry to continue its traditional giveaways, moving them from Saturdays to Wednesdays. Pastor Boyett, Pastor Blonson, Pastor Mendoza, Mirla and Tom Bernasconi offered the nonprofit the use of their church parking lot so Sowing Seeds could
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La Verne Hires New Public Works Director and Restructures Community Services Department
The City of La Verne is proud to announce the hiring of new Public Works Director Shawn Igoe and creation of the Community Services Manager position, which former Recreation Supervisor Yvonne Duran will fill. These staffing changes will enhance internal and external City operations as well as ensure that the City is prepared for the continued reopening of community programs. Following the recent retirement of Dan Keesey, the City hired Shawn Igoe to fill the vacant Public Works Director position. Igoe most
Progress is Taking Place Along All 9.1 Miles of the Glendora to Pomona Project Segment
Travel anywhere along the Glendora to Pomona Project Segment corridor and it is clear that significant progress is being made on this important regional infrastructure project. As of this month, five at-grade crossings are undergoing reconstruction (five more have already been completed), five bridge structures are underway, and crews are actively installing a new and relocated freight track through more than half of the project. Additionally, the pedestrian undercrossing at the future Glendora Station is
A Growing La Verne is Taking Steps to Usher in the City’s Bright Future
The recent increase in construction activities related to the Glendora to Pomona project segment of the Foothill Gold Line (also known as the L Line) is an exciting reminder of and glimpse into the City of La Verne’s future near the planned Gold Line station. The extension of the light rail line will support the projected population and employment opportunities growth in the region, which will also be complemented by the City’s Old Town La Verne Specific Plan. To accelerate funding for the public
How to Start a Dental Practice
Many medical professionals start out careers learning and practicing with an already established office. These dentists were specifically trained in making notes and reading charts but not how to start or maintain those systems for building the practice. Let’s face it, setting up a professional medical company like a dental practice is hard. Many dentists don’t know anything about the business of their practice when first starting out. They have spent several years and have acquired a particular set of
SoCalGas Launches Program to Support Disadvantaged Communities in Los Angeles Co.
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) in conjunction with eight regional charity organizations has launched the 2021 Fueling Our Communities program to help feed individuals experiencing food insecurity. This year’s program will provide free meals, groceries, and restaurant gift cards to thousands of individuals from 20 underserved communities across Los Angeles County. The program, which is funded by a $325,000 donation from the utility, will also help stimulate local small businesses and is expected to
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Tax Day 2021 Is May 17
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. "This continues to be a tough time for many people, and the IRS wants to continue to do everything possible to help taxpayers navigate the unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, while also working on important tax administration responsibilities," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "Even
SBA to Increase Lending Limit for COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans
The U.S. Small Business Administration is increasing the maximum amount small businesses and non-profit organizations can borrow through its COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. Starting the week of April 6, 2021, the SBA is raising the loan limit for the COVID-19 EIDL program from 6-months of economic injury with a maximum loan amount of $150,000 to up to 24-months of economic injury with a maximum loan amount of $500,000. “More than 3.7 million businesses employing more than 20
Shop Local Membership Perks Program
In advance of the 2019-20 school year, Bonita Council PTA in partnership with the La Verne and San Dimas Chambers of Commerce encourages ALL chamber members to participate in the value-added Shop Local Membership Perks Program for current PTA and PTSA members. Members from the La Verne and San Dimas Chambers of Commerce can sign up to participate in this NO COST promotional opportunity by completing a simple application and commit to offer a promotion to the current Bonita Council PTA members (The
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