Mayor Karen Bass brings the Olympic Flag to LA.
At the conclusion to the Games of the 33rd Olympiad – the Paris Olympics – Aug. 11, LA Mayor Karen Bass accepted the Olympic Flag from Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo...
Council recognizes national awareness week.
On May 23, the City Council recognized Public Works during the National Public Works Week, intended to highlight the hard work that Public Works employees...
Fire Dept. hosts first Civilian Recognition Lunch since pandemic.
A robust and full crowd celebrated the career achievements of nine LAFD civilians at a fun luncheon held July 30 at the Stadium Club at Dodger Stadium...
Port Police Officer Maria Hernandez, Port’s first female K9 Officer, retires.
K9 Officer Maria Hernandez, Port Police, 41 years of City service, Club Member, a trailblazer who paved the way for other female Officers by being the first female K9 Officer in Port Police history...
Club Sports: Where You Belong!
This fall, the Club is thrilled to offer new and exciting additions to the Club Sports Program at an affordable price for Club Members...
Planning wins for public outreach, community planning.
City Planning recently received two prestigious awards from the Los Angeles section of the American Planning Association (APA LA)...
Theodore Higgins, Chief Environmental Compliance Inspector, PW Sanitation and Environment, passed away July 22.
A Memorial Service was held for Theodore Higgins, Chief Environmental Compliance Inspector on Aug. 14 at Forest Lawn in Cypress...
Fire Commission honors seven who saved a hiker’s life.
On Aug. 6, the LA Fire Commission recognized the six LAFD firefighters for their dedicated efforts and skillful handling of a hiker whose life was in the balance...
Firefighters Association honors Capt. II Richard Moody.
LAFD Capt. II Rich Moody, 24 years of City service, was named Firefighter of the Year (2023) for his personal and professional accomplishments last year...
Nominate a Club Member as: Employee of the Year!
In a new program, the Club will honor awesome public service employees...
Airport Police/CHP hockey team takes bronze at police tournament.
The Club congratulates the Airport Police hockey team, comprised of dedicated officers from both Airport Police and the CHP...
Lifes Moments
Lifes Moments: Retirements September 2024
Here’s a listing of all those who retired from the City this month...
Lifes Moments: In Memoriam September 2024
Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of the following current and retired City employees who have passed away...
Lifes Moments: Graduations September 2024
Did you or a loved one get married? Have a baby? Get a promotion? Graduate? Or accomplish something special? Send in a photo with the details. We love to share your good news.
Send In Your Veterans Day Messages
In November we plan to post your messages and photos of the person in your life who has served our country (in uniform, if possible), to honor them for their service...
Zoo’s famous condor repopulation program hatches 17 chicks.
The Los Angeles Zoo is capping off its 2024 California condor breeding season with a record-breaking 17 chicks hatched...
Arlene on the Scene – September 2024
Alive! follows the Club’s Arlene Herrero, Vice President of Business Development, as she meets Club Members...
Raise employee morale! Schedule a Club Mobile visit!
Club Mobile Team is ready to visit City worksites with gear, tickets, insurance, more. Say hi to the Club…
Police Dept., Port Police took part in National Night Out.
On Tues., Aug. 6, several divisions of the LAPD and the Port Police took part in National Night Out, a nationwide event...
LACERS
LACERS Appointment-Based Service Is Now in Operation
LACERS is now using an appointment-based system for all Members who need in-person assistance...
LACERS: Cost of Living Adjustment Became Effective July 1
The LACERS Board of Administration has approved the maximum allowable Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible LACERS Retired Members and Beneficiaries at 3.0 percent...
LACERS Well hosts 5K walk-run.
On June 27 as part of its LACERS Well fitness program, LACERS held a 5K run-walk at the Silverlake Reservoir Trail...
LACERS honors its best employees as event returns post-pandemic.
On May 9, LACERS held its seventh Employee Appreciation Week and Guiding Principles event to award employees who best represent the principle categories of professionalism, innovation, respect, kindness and caring, and teamwork...
Club Retirement Plaque Presentations: September 2024
Robert Larios, the Club’s President & CEO, honors Club members with the coveted Club Retirement Plaque...
Alive! Around the World: Oklahoma and Argentina
Alive! goes wherever you go! Club Members bring their recent copy of Alive! with them when they travel and and we publish their picture...
Noelle’s Picture Perfect Contest Winners: September 2024
Submit your photos to the Picture Perfect contest, and you could win a $50 Amazon E-Gift Card. Once a month, the best pics are selected for publication...
Send In Your Veterans Day Messages
In November we plan to post your messages and photos of the person in your life who has served our country (in uniform, if possible), to honor them for their service...
LA Public Library’s Top Ten: September 2024
Here are the top 10 books, CDs and DVDs loaned, and songs by the the Los Angeles Public Library...
Lt. Long Nguyen graduates from Sherman Block Leadership Institute.
The Club congratulates Lt. Nguyen on successfully graduating from the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute...
In Memoriam: Mary Jo Diemer, vendor who created Club promotional merchandise, dies.
Mary Jo Diemer, co-owner with her husband, Thom Wilson, of Rosebud Marketing, which produced Club promotional merchandise for many years, died July 8 of pulmonary disease. Mary Jo was 79...
Fire Dept. promotes 72 sworn, civilian employees.
On June 13, the LAFD honored the achievements of 72 LAFD uniformed and civilian employees who have successfully been promoted in rank or status within the department.
LAPL hosts Parables Convening: An Octavia Butler Celebration
The Los Angeles Public Library celebrated the award-winning science fiction author, Octavia E. Butler, at the Parables Convening: An Octavia E. Butler Celebration...
Alive! Around the World: Denmark and Argentina
Alive! goes wherever you go! Club Members bring their recent copy of Alive! with them when they travel and and we publish their picture...
Newton Area Officer Todd Patino was named Newton Area’s Officer of the Quarter for the period ending in June.
Officer Patino was selected by Detective Supervisors as the employee of the quarter...
Olympic/Paralympic poster project now on display in City Hall.
To celebrate the Paris Olympic 2024 Games and prepare for 2028 host of Olympic and Paralympic Games, Cultural Affairs, the City of Paris and the County of Los Angeles Dept. of Arts and Culture co-facilitated a poster design competition...
Club Honors 32 With Mukai Scholarships
The Club is pleased to announce the winners of the annual Joannie Mukai Scholarship Program for 2024...
Lotus Festival: Popular summer festival blooms for 43rd year.
The Lotus Festival returned to Echo Park Lake July 13 and 14. This year’s festival honored the people and culture of the Philippines...
Arlene on the Scene – August 2024
Alive! follows the Club’s Arlene Herrero, Vice President of Business Development, as she meets Club Members...
LA Public Library’s Top Ten: August 2024
Here are the top 10 books, CDs and DVDs loaned, the Los Angeles Public Library...
Transportation team takes top prize from government group.
The LADOT won the 2024 Outstanding Achievement in Sustainability, the most prestigious award from the Southern California Association of Governments...
Club Sports: Club-sponsored basketball program continues at EXPO Center
More than 100 City employees hit the hardwood for the Club-sponsored one-day basketball tournament, held July 7 in EXPO Center’s outstanding facilities...
Georgianna Mitchell receives retirement commendation from LAPD.
In June, before her retirement, Georgianna Mitchell, 37 years of City service, was honored with a certificate of commendation from LAPD Chief Dominic Choi and a team at the LAPD for her many years of service...
Get Ready for Retirement
If you plan to retire soon or are newly Retired, you have access to attend a retirement planning party with Club Retiree Specialist Counselors that will set you up for success in retirement.
Exec. Director Gene Seroka shares monthly updates with C&M.
On March 29, Harbor Executive Director Gene Seroka, Club Member, held the quarterly Town Hall gathering for Construction and Maintenance employees.
Owner thanks LAFD Firefighters for saving his business.
On May 7, the Los Angeles City Board of Fire Commissioners recognized a group of firefighters after a business owner penned a letter to the Fire Chief extending his gratitude for saving his business...
Environmental Programs Div. holds its first service pin ceremony.
On June 12, Airports’ Environmental Programs Division hosted its first-ever service pin and presentation ceremony...
Janisse Quiñones is new CEO at LADWP
On May 14, the City Council confirmed Janisse Quiñones as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Engineer of the LADWP, one of the City’s biggest, most important and most prominent positions...
Griffith Observatory names seat in honor of the late Tom LaBonge.
Before he tragically passed away, former Councilman and proud Club Member Tom LaBonge had visited every corner of the City...
LAPD overall winner as Club celebrates 20 years of sponsoring teams in this popular desert footrace.
The 40th annual Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay grew in its third year after a hiatus during the pandemic, and the Club was there for all the action...
LADWP crew members move to next round as dept. hosts regional Lineman’s Rodeo competition.
The LADWP hosted the annual Lineman’s Rodeo May 18, showcasing the skills of electric utility workers who work around the clock to keep the power flowing across their communities...
Cooking: Gouda, Prosciutto & Fig Jam Sandwiches with Tomato & Arugula
The only thing better than a fantastic sandwich is one that’s ready in minutes! Channeling a bit of Julia Child’s flair, Anthony Bourdain’s edge, and Thomas Keller’s precision, we’ve crafted the ultimate quick bite...
Noelle’s Picture Perfect Contest Winners: August 2024
Submit your photos to the Picture Perfect contest, and you could win a $50 Amazon E-Gift Card. Once a month, the best pics are selected for publication...
Resources for Those About to Retire or for Club Retirees
If you plan to retire soon or are newly Retired, you have access to attend a retirement planning party with Club Retiree Specialist Counselors that will set you up for success in retirement.
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium hosts Shark Week featuring the feared sea creatures.
Coinciding with TV’s week of sharks, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium presents its own Shark Week from 2 to 5 p.m. July 14-19. Shark Week features special shark crafts and activities each day...
LA Public Library’s Top Ten: July 2024
Here are the top 10 books, CDs and DVDs loaned, the Los Angeles Public Library...
Arlene on the Scene – July 2024
Alive! follows the Club’s Arlene Herrero, Vice President of Business Development, as she meets Club Members...
Club Retirement Plaque Presentations: June 2024
Robert Larios, the Club’s President & CEO, honors Club members with the coveted Club Retirement Plaque...
Alive! Around the World: Oslo and Argentina
Alive! goes wherever you go! Club Members bring their recent copy of Alive! with them when they travel and and we publish their picture...
Noelle’s Picture Perfect Contest Winners: July 2024
Submit your photos to the Picture Perfect contest, and you could win a $50 Amazon E-Gift Card. Once a month, the best pics are selected for publication...
It’s time for another Grown-up Coloring Contest!
The prize: a $50 Amazon gift card. So get out your crayons, sparkles and whatnot, and get going!...
Grown-up Coloring Contest
Grown-ups, get your crayons out! It’s time for another Grown-up Coloring Contest! The prize: a $50 Amazon gift card...
Carmen Chang appointed new GM of Dept. of Neighborhood Empowerment.
Carmen Chang, formerly the Director of Programs and Organizing at Golden State Opportunity, has been confirmed as the new General Manager of the Neighborhood Empowerment Dept...
Det. Mitzi Roberts, who inspired a book character, retires after 29 years of City service.
Det. III Mitzi Roberts, one of the department’s most determined crime investigators and who inspired popular author Michael Connelly to create the fictional character Renee Ballard, retired in April after 29 years of City service...
CD5 thanks StreetsLA for its hard work.
In April, Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavski acknowledged the hard work of the StreetsLA External Relations Team with a Council proclamation...
Jumping for Joy
Welcome to our Benefits Issue – a periodic reminder of the hard work our Club staff performs to elevate your lives through special services, discounts, private parties (we love arranging those), sports and so much more...
