The annual HOA matters were taken care of between approximately 6:30pm and 7:00 pm.
Afterwards a Deputy Engineer for the city gave a brief summary of the status of the slide on Paseo Del Mar. They are still monitoring the slide and adjoining area. The rep was asked by a homeowner just what "options" there might be for repairing the damaged area, but no answer is available yet. Many homeowners felt that the city will just go with the cheapest option, which is nothing. The group…
My neighbor had a visitor over the weekend, who left his car unlocked. With his laptop and check book in sight. Needless to say it only took a couple of minutes for someone to come by and take them. 30 minutes later the thief was already attempting to cash one of his checks for a hefty amount!
*NOTE* - the "victim" says he is pretty sure this was a young female (as he saw a female near his car) and that the thief is a smoker,…
At the request of the LAPD, I have introduced a motion that instructs the City Attorney to work with the Department of Transportation, along with the Los Angeles Police Department as necessary, to draft an ordinance amending the Los Angeles Municipal Code so that the unsafe skateboarding activity referred to as "bombing" is prohibited on San Pedro streets.
I don't want to ban skateboarding in the San Pedro streets. We are raising…
The reported “Frisbee Ban” is actually a misunderstanding, somehow perpetuated by social media, news sources etc… It appears that the intended rule or change to rules, was to allow officials/lifeguards etc, to designate areas at any given time for Frisbee tossing and other sports, based upon conditions at the beach.
The Daily Breeze has the corrected information in their paper today and on their website.
Being concerned about our kids skateboarding, and wondering what the rules & laws are for drivers, I asked an LAPD Sr. Lead Officer, for our area, to offer her insight. (Please be mindful that a driver should NEVER leave the scene of an accident, even if the driver is not at fault. I believe that is a serious violation of the law.) - MB
“As far as what protections the driver's have if they hit a skateboarder, it is of course always dependent on the nature of…
If you've ever lost a pet, and needed to check at the local animal shelter (and this could happen to ANY pet owner) you will want to read this, mentioned on tonight's news: (here's how to contact the governor's office: http://gov.ca.gov/m_contact.php)
From ABC News, Sacramento:
“SACRAMENTO - Governor Jerry Brown is planning to strip the $23 million dollars given annually to California animal shelters to compensate them for holding…
Councilman Joe Buscaino and Congresswoman Janice Hahn represent us and live here!
Misty Copeland graduated from San Pedro high, and she was a ballerina HERE first, before moving to New York to become a professional ballerina in the American Ballet Theater. We're SO proud of Misty!…
It was my pleasure to be on hand to welcome Misty Copeland, soloist at the American Ballet Theater in New York, back to San Pedro High School on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012.
She spoke to the students about her experiences and I was honored to present her with a Certificate on behalf of the City.
Added by Joe Buscaino on February 9, 2012 at 4:57pm —
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THEY DID IT! Your San Pedro Convention & Visitors Bureau successfully bid to host the 2012 Reunion of the Veterans Association of the USS Iowa July 2-7. DoubleTree by Hilton will be the host hotel. And we know that the 300 to 500 attendees will be bringing business to shops, restaurants, and more all around town. SPCVB will be making all the ground arrangements…
Throughout its history, leprosy has been feared and misunderstood. For a long time leprosy was thought to be a hereditary disease, a curse, or a punishment from God. Before and even after the discovery of its biological cause, leprosy patients were stigmatized and shunned. For example, in Europe during the Middle Ages, leprosy sufferers had to wear special clothing, ring…
Our friend Donna Littlejohn @ the Daily Breeze has shared "Urgent lost dog notice: "Olive," tan Chihuahua mix, needs daily meds, lost today near 159th & Hawthorne".
I had the opportunity to attend the the Presentation of Encore Entertainers presentation of Annie at the Warner Grand Theater in San Pedro on Friday. The musical runs from Feb 2-5, and I recommend you check it out. I got to go back stage right before the performance and meet many of the child actors. They are all fantastic.
Added by Joe Buscaino on February 4, 2012 at 11:30am —
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Now for some news that is a little more fun & exciting:
Hawthorne, CA – Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) has successfully test fired SuperDraco, a powerful new engine that will play a critical role in the company’s efforts to change the future of human spaceflight.
Following two tragic deaths of teen skaters in San Pedro, most recently Caleb Daniel Simpson on Saturday, January 28, 2012, Councilman Joe Buscaino took advantage of the visit of skating and television superstar Rob Dyrdek to City Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 1, to ask him to speak directly to San Pedro teens who are "bombing" city streets at speeds of up to 40mph in hopes of reaching them and getting them to be safe when they skate.…
Thank you, Councilman Buscaino for helping get the word out about dangerous Skateboarding practices in San Pedro.
Please let's help Joe promote this video!... MB
"Following two tragic deaths of teen skaters in San Pedro, most recently Caleb Daniel Simpson on Saturday, I took advantage of the visit of skating and television superstar Rob Dyrdek to City Hall today to ask him to speak directly to San Pedro teens who…
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On November 16, 2024, join the L.A. Conservancy for a day at San Pedro’s historic Harbor House! “From YMCA to Home” is a special tour that explores the adaptive reuse of this historic building, from YMCA to army hotel to apartment living. The event will also feature the panel discussion "Adaptive Reuse and Preservation’s Broader Role in Housing”: a panel of distinguished guests will discuss how this beautiful Spanish Colonial Revival landmark shows how historic buildings can be…See More
Brouwerij West's newest concert with MBF Productions and Tangent Productions will feature Metalachi this Fourth of July weekend! Supporting the L.A. based metal and mariachi band is Poco Pocho and Spaghetti Cumbia, two…See More
Come experience car-free open streets at CicLAvia’s 52nd event on Sunday, May 19; between 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy this compact neighborhood route as a pop-up park for the day connecting Wilmington Waterfront Park and Banning Park. For all ages and abilities, CicLAvia - Wilmington offers walkers, joggers, bikers, roller skaters, and those who simply want to play with one’s favorite people-powered way to enjoy this 2.25-mile temporary park. Always free, CicLAvia…See More
Defendant Michael Taylor in Case GA1111-32, along with other civilians, were denied access to and from the Hollywood courthouse on May 2nd, 2024 after Taylor...
