LA Sanitation received the Outstanding Stormwater Best Management Practice (BMP) Implementation Award for its Garvanza Park Stormwater BMP Project from the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA) at its eighth annual awards ceremony on November 6. This project, completed in partnership with the non-profit North East Trees, had the  primary goals of reducing the amount of polluted… READ MORE

Late last month, LA Sanitation cut the ribbon on the new Nicole Bernson SAFE Center located at 10241 North Balboa Blvd. in Granada Hills. Standing for Solvents, Automotive, Flammables and Electronics, the new SAFE Center will provide residents of the Northwest San Fernando Valley a convenient way to dispose of their unwanted household hazardous waste… READ MORE

Yes, the days are getting shorter and there’s a chill in the air most mornings. But, here in Southern California, we are fortunate to have beautiful weather in November that allows us to enjoy our beautiful shoreline and give back by getting outdoors and getting involved in a clean-up event during this month of thanksgiving… READ MORE

Halloween will be here before you can say, “Boo!” So, as you prepare for that spooky, kooky holiday coming up at the end of this month, take a few minutes to incorporate these simple stormwater-friendly tricks and tips into your autumn activities.  Batman – Ban that Bag! When your little super heroes and princesses go… READ MORE

Los Angeles City Councilmembers Ed P. Reyes and Tom LaBonge joined Public Works officials, community members and Los Angeles River enthusiasts today to celebrate the start of construction of the Lincoln Heights riverside green space named “The Ed P. Reyes Riverway.” Officials broke ground on the $4-million stormwater project originally called the Humboldt Greenway but… READ MORE

No tricks…just dog treats! For a second year, we’re hosting our Hounds of Halloween Pet Photo Contest, which is going on until November 9, 2012. Submit a photo of your fabulous furry friend in their favorite Halloween costume and you could win a free dog bath and 1 dog daycare session (a $30 value), courtesy… READ MORE

At the beginning of every rainy season, the City of Los Angeles prepares its  equipment, facilities and personnel for the wet weather to come.  For several months now, City crews have been clearing out debris basins, checking equipment and preparing for the winter rains that are on the way.  We encourage you to do the… READ MORE

At the end of September, the 2012 Paddle the LA River Program wrapped up its second year, making history by providing first-time kayaking tours along a 1.5-mile stretch of the Los Angeles River. What began as a pilot program in 2011 to provide a non-motorized boating experience on the Los Angeles River at the Sepulveda… READ MORE

Please join City of Los Angeles Councilmember Ed P. Reyes and officials from the Department of Public Works in celebrating the start of construction of the Humboldt River Greenway Project and the 10th Anniversary of the City Council Ad Hoc Committee on the Los Angeles River on Thursday, October 11, 2012. Here are the specifics… READ MORE

Ah…Autumn! The time of year when LA begins to cool down, kids go back to school and everyone begins gearing up for the month ahead that includes pumpkin patches and haunted houses. Fall is also a time when a bounty of events take place here in LA, and this October is no exception.  From the… READ MORE