San Dimas News Archive

The Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program provides San Dimas and other Los Angeles County residents a proper and legal way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals and electronic waste that cannot be disposed of in the regular trash. The Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Collection Event is a one-day, drive-through collection event where residents can drive to a specific location to drop off their hazardous waste. These events are free and open to the public. No appointment is needed.

Upcoming round-up:

Date: March 6, 2010
Location: Monrovia, Myrtle Avenue Park & Ride Lot, North Myrtle Avenue & Pomona Avenue, Monrovia, CA  91016
Time: 9am-3pm

For additional information on household hazardous waste collection programs in your area contact, the L.A. County Department of Public Works at 1-888-CLEAN-LA or visit their website at http://ladpw.org/epd/hhw.

The public is invited to attend the Community Advisory Committee Meeting on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at the San Dimas Sheriff's Station, 270 S. Walnut Avenue. The meeting will include a presentation about Crime Stoppers, a Los Angeles regional crime reporting program.

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The Census counts every resident in the United States, and is required by the Constitution to take place every 10 years. In March of 2010, census forms will be delivered to every residence in the United States and Puerto Rico. The 2010 Census aims to count all U.S. residents--citizens and non-citizens alike. When you receive your form, just answer the 10 short questions and then mail the form back in the postage-paid envelope provided. The questions ask for information such as name, sex, age, date of birth, Hispanic origin, race, household relationship and if you own or rent. The census DOES NOT ask about the legal status of respondents or their Social Security numbers.

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The Homelessness Prevention Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) is a new program that offers help for people with temporary financial difficulties. If someone has fallen on some hard times, the County of Los Angeles may be able to help them stay in their home or find a good, safe place to live. HPRP can help with overdue rent, past-due gas and electric bills, security deposit for a new apartment and utility turn-on fees. The program may also offer short-term rental subsidy, mediation services, consumer counseling or legal services. For more information, contact the Housing Office at (909) 394-6208 or call the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer Affairs at (800) 973-3370.

On Wednesday, February 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the San Dimas Senior Center, in association with the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services will be sponsoring FREE H1N1 Flu Shots. The Plummer Community Building is located at 245 East Bonita Avenue. No appointments are required.  H1N1 flu shots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.

Note: If you have an allergy to eggs or a serious illness, please see your doctor. For more information call: (909) 394-6290.

Looking for a great form of exercise? Try Lap Swimming, for adults 18 and older, at the Swim and Racquet Club. Lap Swimming is held Monday - Friday from 6:15-7:30am and 5:30-7:00pm. For more information please call (909) 592-1430 or stop by the Club 990 W. Covina Blvd San Dimas 91773.

Wednesday  2/3 and Thursday 2/4:   WESTBOUND ALLEN AVENUE WILL BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC ON BOTH SIDES OF SAN DIMAS AVENUE (EASTBOUND WILL REMAIN OPEN TO TRAFFIC)
 Please abide by posted traffic control signs for your safety.  We apologize for any inconvenience.
For more information on San Dimas Ave. construction information, click the link below.

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ARE YOU READY FOR THE NEXT RAIN FALL?
Sand bags are available in San Dimas to San Dimas residents (click here for locations).
Sand bags can be very useful in diverting water, protecting slopes and structures, and assisting in erosion control.

For storm-related questions, please contact the City of San Dimas Public Works Department at 909-394-6240.
For additional information and resources, visit the Los Angeles County website.

For mud flow information, you may call (800) 214-4020.

The San Dimas Relay For Life Kick-Off Rally will be held on Friday, February 19 at 5:30 p.m. in the Historic Walker House. Relay For Life is an awareness raiser and fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.  At the kick-off rally, families, caregivers, cancer survivors, members of the community, friends, and family come together to celebrate the beginning of the Relay For Life season. It is an opportunity to learn about the many ways to become involved with Relay For Life. There will be food, drinks, and prizes.

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Contact: Email Relay for Life for Information.

Learn how to save a life with American Red Cross CPR/AED (Automated External Defibrillator) for Adult and Child, CPR for Infant and Standard First Aid. Lay responders will be trained to overcome any reluctance to act in emergency situations and to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies. The training will also provide the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life, minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. The class will meet on Saturday, February 20 from 8:00am until 5:00pm at the San Dimas Swim and Racquet Club, 990 W. Covina Blvd. The fee is $30.00 per person, 18 and over. Pre-registration is required at San Dimas City Hall, 245 E. Bonita Ave. or online at www.cityofsandimas.com. Please call (909) 394-6230 for more infomation.