After the city council rejected previous proposals to consider contracting with the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Councilman Muir Davis put forward a vote for a study – this time, one that would come at no cost to the city.
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Firefighters’ suit alleges secret surveillance
The La Verne Firefighters Association, the local chapter of the International Association of Firefighters union, is suing the city of La Verne, La Verne Fire Chief Peter Jankowski and Battalion Chief Michael Thompson.
City votes to change LVFD positions
The La Verne City Council last week approved a cost-saving measure regarding Fire Department staffing, over the objections of many who are afraid the change will diminish the safety of city residents.
City manager hires new assistant
La Verne City Manager Bob Russi has hired a new assistant to oversee the city clerk, risk management and the election process among many other things.
La Verne may supply Claremont’s water
The Claremont City Council on Tuesday approved a collaborative agreement that could put La Verne in charge of operating and maintaining Claremont’s water system.
City imposes stricter parking regulations
The city of La Verne placed “no parking” signs Monday on all residential streets within a three-block radius of the University of La Verne. They will stay for the remainder of the fall semester and reappear at the start of spring semester.
Governor wins support for 57, 58
Mirroring the reluctant support voiced by politicians and newspaper editorials, voters throughout the state on Super Tuesday lent their support to the propositions Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger declared will save California.
LV city budget feels governor’s pressure
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s proposal to redirect $1.3 billion from local property tax revenues to the state could cost the city of La Verne $300,000, city finance officer Ron Clark said this week.
210 Fwy sparks legal action
Several La Verne residents have filed complaints with the city as a precursor to a class-action lawsuit over the impact of the 210 Freeway extension, which they say has made their homes uninhabitable.