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SnowFest & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Saturday, December 6
12:00-8:00 p.m.
Norwalk Civic Center Lawn
12700 Norwalk Blvd.
The City of Norwalk will host the 2008 SnowFest
on Saturday, December 6, at Norwalk City Hall,
12700 Norwalk Boulevard. This special holiday
celebration begins at 12:00 p.m. Bring the whole
family for a day of free holiday games, crafts, snow, and snow sledding.
Immediately following SnowFest is Norwalk’s Annual Tree Lighting
Ceremony. Join the Norwalk City Council as they ring in the holiday season!
The Tree Lighting festivities are held on the City Hall Lawn area. The evening
will conclude with the arrival of Santa Claus on his special sleigh at 6:15 p.m.
Photos with Santa will be available for a small fee. For more information, please
call the Recreation and Park Services Department at 929-5702.
Schedule of Activities
Snow Slides, Crafts, Snow Play Area & Games
12:00-5:00 p.m.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
6:00-6:15 p.m.
Holiday Entertainment
5:00-5:45 p.m.
Santa’s Visit
6:15-8:00 p.m.
Personal Santa Letters for Children
The Norwalk High School Band Boosters will be writing Santa letters for
children as a fundraiser. For more information please contact Diane Gonzales
at (310) 980-8121 or email [email protected]
Senior Center Holiday Dance
Get into the holiday spirit and celebrate as the Norwalk Senior Center is
transformed into a winter wonderland for the Annual Holiday Dance! The event
takes place on Thursday, December 4 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will feature
festive music from “The Versatiles,” a band specializing in 1940’s and 50’s pop
music. A delicious catered meal will include Lemon Herb Chicken complete with
sides and a desert. Seniors age 50 and older are welcome. Tickets are $10.50
per person and may only be purchased in advance. Tickets may be purchased
at the Norwalk Senior Center. The final day to purchase tickets is November 28.
Please call 929-5580 for more information
Upcoming Norwalk
Library Events
Holiday Art Activity
Extravaganza at
Norwalk Library
‘Tis the season. Make a gift
instead of buying one. Norwalk
Library is offering a holiday art
activity program on Wednesday,
December 10 from 4-6 p.m. School
aged children are invited to create
various holiday keepsakes such as
tree ornaments, cards, Santa Claus
hats and door hangers. Participants
are welcome to make one or several
pieces of artwork until the program
ends or while supplies last. For more
information please call Cheryl Gilera
at 868-0775
Magic of The Holidays
With Tony Daniels
Celebrate the holidays at the
Norwalk Library! Magician Tony
Daniels will be performing his funny
and always wacky magic show,
infused with some holiday cheer on
Tuesday, December 16, at 6:15 p.m.
All ages are welcome. Please contact
Cheryl Gilera at 868-0775 for more
information.
16th of September and Locks of Love a
Tremendous Success
On September 13th, the City of Norwalk hosted the
annual 16th of September Celebration. The all-day event
was held at Norwalk City Hall and consisted of various
activities that called attention to the diversity and cultural
richness of our community.
Several young women competed in the Queen Contest.
The top four were asked to attend a City Council meeting
to be honored. The Queen and Court included Queen Carmen Javier, 1st runner up Laura
Ruvalcaba, 2nd runner up Brittany Martinez and Co-2nd runner up Andrea Martinez Congratulations ladies.
A very special effort by our previous Queen is especially noteworthy and a
tremendous success.
The “Locks of Love” program was initiated by our previous 16th of
September Queen Candie Aguilar after she had contacted Norwalk’s
Vice Mayor about the plausibility of the program. It was conducted by our
Recreation Department and Cerritos College’s Cosmetology Department
with the help of the Department Chairwoman Pat
Novinski and her students.
It was held on Saturday, September 13, 2008,
on the Norwalk Civic Center Lawn as part of our
Annual 16th of September Celebration. Cerritos hair stylists were
on site cutting and styling hair and makeup artists were applying
complimentary makeup for donors who participated in the Drive.
Over 150 donations were collected. The longest ponytail was
26” and the youngest donor was 3 years old. Overall, 1,888 1/2
total inches were collected including $40 in cash.
Locks of Love uses all donated hair for hairpieces for people suffering from long-term
medical hair loss due to any diagnosis.
The City Council individually handed out certificates to the volunteers and presented
Cerritos College’s Cosmetology Department a check for $1,000 for the great job they did.
The Importance of Pedestrian Safety
With the increased use of electronic devices in our everyday lives, pedestrian and traffic
safety have become increasingly important. Devices such as IPods, portable gaming devices, and
cell phones have diverted pedestrians’ attention to oncoming traffic throughout all areas within our
community. With that in mind, the Department of Public Safety would like to remind pedestrians
of the following safety tips:
• Be cautious of your surroundings, especially when using IPods, MP3 players, or any device that
does not allow you to hear potential hazards.
• Cross at intersections, preferably in marked crosswalks, whenever possible.
• Allow vehicle time to stop before you step into the crosswalk. Although you have the right-ofway, do not assume the vehicle sees you.
• Before stepping off the curb, look LEFT-RIGHT-LEFT, and listen for oncoming traffic. Do not simply
depend on traffic signals to guide you when it’s clear to walk. Look before you step into the street
• Don’t jaywalk or cross between parked or stopped vehicles
• Walk on sidewalks when they are available. If there are no sidewalks, walk on the left side of the
street facing traffic. Walk defensively and keep your eye on the traffic at all times.
Whether you are a pedestrian or motorist, the City of Norwalk Department
of Public Safety encourages all of its residents to abide all traffic laws and
safety regulations. If you have any questions concerning pedestrian or traffic
safety, please contact the Public Safety Office at (562) 929-5732.
Distinguished Service Award
On-Call Coach Operator Marciano “Sonny” Braga
is the Transportation Department’s Distinguished Service
Award recipient for the 3rd Qtr. 2008. This is the first time
that Sonny has been selected for this award.
Sonny joined the City as a Part Time On-Call Coach
Operator on October 1, 2006. Sonny has been selected
due to his excellent driving record, customer service skills
and perfect attendance. In fact during Sonny’s recent
performance appraisal it was noted that he had accrued
zero absences within the previous 12-month period.
As far as recreation, he enjoys the game of golf and spent his last
vacation in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was hoping to win a raffle for a trip to
Hawaii as he is planning to get married next year.
Sonny’s advice for new Coach Operators is to always greet everyone who
boards your bus with a smile and treat everyone nicely. Drive safely and be
professional. Congratulations Sonny for being selected as the Transportation
Departments Distinguished Coach Operator of the 3rd Quarter, 2008.
Be an Angel, and Make a
Difference in a Child!
City of Norwalk Angel Tree Project:
“A Gift of Clothing”
Angel Tree is an annual project that
benefits approximately 1,500 children in need
(Grades K-5) in our Community. Help make a
child’s holiday season special by becoming an Angel Tree
contributor this holiday season. Simply select an Angel Tree
Tag, purchase an article of clothing, and return the wrapped
gift with the tag to the Angel Tree site by Monday, December
8. Your gift, along with other goodies will be given to these
children at a holiday celebration in December.
Angel Tree Tags are available at these locations:
Applebee’s Restaurant, 12129 Imperial Hwy.
Cerritos College Bookstore, 11190 Alondra Blvd.
Doris Hair Designs, 10923 Alondra Blvd.
Norwalk Arts & Sports Complex, 13000 Clarkdale Ave.
Norwalk Chamber of Commerce, 12040 Foster Rd.
Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Blvd.
Norwalk Regional Library, 12350 Imperial Hwy.
Norwalk Senior Center, 14040 San Antonio Dr.
Norwalk Social Services Center, 11929 Alondra Blvd.
Wal-Mart Store #5164, 11729 Imperial Hwy.
Washington Mutual, 11618 Rosecrans Ave.
$1 Angel donations can be made at these locations:
American Legion, 11986 Front St.
Comfort Inn, 12512 Pioneer Blvd.
Church’s Chicken, 15813 Pioneer Blvd.
Corral Family Day Care, 15103 Jersey Ave.
Gold N Pawn, 11815 Alondra Blvd.
Joyland Preschool, 12645 Pioneer Blvd.
Lopez Family Day Care, 14508 Devlon Ave.
Luera’s Cleaners, 12836 Rosecrans Ave.
Norwalk Arts & Sports Complex, 13000 Clarkdale Ave.
Norwalk Childcare Offices, 12035 Firestone Blvd.
Norwalk Christian Towers, 14141 Clarkdale Ave.
Norwalk High School, 11356 E. Leffingwell Rd.
Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Blvd.
Norwalk Senior Center, 14040 San Antonio Dr.
Norwalk Social Services Center, 11929 Alondra Blvd.
Rosewoods Restaurant, 14322 Pioneer Blvd.
Tam’s Burgers, 11700 Rosecrans Ave.
You may also help by providing a monetary donation
to help provide the children with a holiday celebration,
that otherwise might not be possible if not for the help of
the Norwalk Community. For more information, call the
Norwalk Social Services Center at (562) 929-5544.
Norwalk Transit Stuff-A-Bus Helps
Collect Toys for the Community
The sixth annual holiday themed Stuff-A-Bus will be servicing all routes of
Norwalk Transit from November 24 through December 31, 2008 in celebration
of the holiday season and to attract generous donations for Norwalk’s Angel Tree
Program. The Stuff-A-Bus will be used to collect new, unwrapped toy donations
from participating schools and businesses in support of the City of Norwalk Social
Services Department Angel Tree Program for needy families in the community to
receive a gift of clothing, a toy and see Santa Claus at his “workshop”. Norwalk
Transit invites riders to enjoy this holiday spirited bus as it travels on its regular
fixed-route. The bus will also be on display with the Metrolink holiday train at the
Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Metrolink Station on November 28, 2008 between
7:35 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. Toy donations may also be made at the City of Norwalk
Transportation Department Customer Service division located at 12650 E.
Imperial Hwy. from November 24 to 31, 2008. To schedule a toy donation pick
up at your business or school location, please call (562) 929-5533.
2008 Santa Sleigh Stops in Norwalk! December 6-22
Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their favorite elves are making their journey through Norwalk to spread holiday cheer. While in town, Santa will take
requests for special Christmas wishes and pose for photographs with children. You may bring your own camera or let us take an instant photograph
for a nominal fee. In the event of rain or inclement weather, some stops may be cancelled or rescheduled. This year, Santa will be collecting canned
goods to distribute to those who are less fortunate. If you would like to contribute, please bring one canned food item to your visit with Santa.
Each food item must have its original label attached. Please call 929-5702 if you have any questions. Santa will be at the following stops:
Monday, December 15
Saturday, December 6
Chavez Elementary School
6:00 p.m.
Norwalk City Hall Lawn
6:15 p.m.
12839 Dilworth Street
7:00 p.m.
Monday, December 8
Cresson Elementary School
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 16
Vista Verde Park
7:00 p.m.
Volunteer Avenue & Crewe Street 6:00 p.m.
Gard Avenue & Elmhurst Drive
8:00 p.m.
Paddison Elementary School
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 9
Lakeland Elementary School
8:00 p.m.
Orr Elementary School
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday,
December
17
Studebaker Elementary School
7:00 p.m.
Sanchez Elementary School
6:00 p.m.
Lakeside Middle School
8:00 p.m.
13523 Benfield Avenue
7:45 p.m.
Wednesday, December 10
Glazier Elementary School
6:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 18
12641 Kalnor Avenue
7:00 p.m.
TBA
6:00 p.m.
Silverbow Avenue & Sproul Street 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 11
Moffitt Elementary School
8:00 p.m.
Edmondson Elementary School
6:00 p.m.
Gerdes Park
7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 19
Barnwall Street & Flatbush Avenue 8:00 p.m.
Cheshire Street & Belshire Street
6:00 p.m.
Friday, December 12
Saturday,
December
20
Morrison Elementary School
6:00 p.m.
14513 Devlin Avenue
5:00 p.m.
Mollette Street & Bechard Avenue 7:00 p.m.
14314 Crossdale Avenue
6:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 13
D.D. Johnston Elementary School 5:00 p.m.
Monday, December 22
Spry Street & Curtis & King Road
6:00 p.m.
Ramona Park
6:00 p.m.
11243 Lakeland Road
7:30 p.m.
Important Holiday Safety
y Tips
NORWALK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The City of Norwalk wishes you and your family a fun
n and
afety
safe Holiday Season. Here are some tips to help assure safety
in and out of your home.
Personal Safety Tips
• Be aware of your surroundings and people who appear
pear
suspicious.
• Shop with a friend or relative.
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• Before going holiday shopping, let someone know
where you are going and what time you expect to
be back.
• Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Use checks
or credit cards when possible to pay for purchases.
• Do not carry a large purse or have your wallet visible.
• If you feel uncomfortable with someone around you, walk to a well-lit
area where there are other people.
• Use the ATM machine during the day when people are around.
Guard Against Burglary
• Check all indoor and outdoor lights for defects before using. Do not
overburden electrical outlets.
• If possible, keep porch and yard lights on. Well-lit houses are less
susceptible to break-ins.
• Avoid placing wrapped gifts in view from the outside.
• If you are going to be away during the holidays, let a trusted neighbor
know where you are going to be and how to get in contact with you. You
may also contact the Department of Public Safety to have patrol checks of
your home while you are away.
Christmas Tree Safety
• Christmas tree fires annually claim the lives of children and adults.
• Consider purchasing an artificial tree (they are much safer and cleaner).
• Before purchasing a live tree, check it for freshness by tapping it on the
ground (it should not lose its green needles).
• Cut one inch off the trunk to help the tree absorb water.
• Leave the tree outside until you are ready to decorate it.
• Your Christmas tree stand should hold at least one gallon of water
(a 6 foot tree will use one gallon of water every two days).
• Check the water level everyday.
• Secure the tree with wire to keep it from tipping over.
• Keep your tree away from floor heaters, fireplaces, or other heat
sources.
• Use UL approved lights and link no more than three strands together.
• Use miniature lights that have cool-burning bulbs.
• Turn off the Christmas lights when you sleep or leave your home.
• Never use candles.
• Dispose of the tree properly.
Why shop at a locally owned business first? The following 10
reasons show how more money spent at local business is reinvested
in your community creating diversity and helping the community
maintain or create its unique appeal.
1. SHOPPING LOCAL CREATES JOBS - Shops in our town
create local employment and self-employment. These people in
turn spend in the local economy.
2. LOCAL INDEPENDENT SHOPS INVEST MORE IN OUR
COMMUNITIES - Local businesses are proportionally more
generous in their support of local charities, schools, and community
events. So supporting local shops means a financial impact on
your community.
3. LOCAL SHOPS SELL A WIDE RANGE OF GREAT
PRODUCTS AT AFFORDABLE PRICES - Many people get out
of the habit of shopping locally and are then surprised by the range
of products and gifts available right in their own community.
4. SHOPPING LOCAL SAVES YOU MONEY - Out of town
shops have done a good job of convincing us all that local
businesses = expensive. If you add travel, fees to transfer larger
items and your time, the overall cost is often much higher.
5. SHOPPING LOCAL RETAINS OUR COMMUNITIES People don’t like losing shops and services in small towns but don’t
equate this to how they spend their money.
6. SHOP LOCAL RETAINS OUR DISTINCTIVENESS Independent shops create distinctive shopping experiences and
stock different products. Local businesses respond more quickly
to the needs of local customers, stocking products to meet the
changing population needs.
7. SHOPPING LOCAL SAVES THE ENVIRONMENT - Local
shops often stock a high percentage of local sourced goods which
do not require long car and bus journeys, helping reduce our
global footprint.
8. LOCAL SHOPS ARE FOR EVERYONE - Most people can
get to their local shops easily and this especially important for the
elderly and young people and those without transportation.
9. LOCAL SHOPS VALUE YOU MORE - Evidence from
numerous surveys show people receive better customer care
and service locally. These businesses survive by their reputation
and repeat business which means you get a higher standard of
service.
10. SHOPPING LOCAL SAVES SERVICES - Private and public
sector services cluster around shops. As shops disappear so do
hairdressers, banks, and restaurants, etc.
So….shop smart, shop local!! It makes good cent$!!
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10 REASONS TO SHOP LOCAL
The City of Norwalk would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to all the men and women who unselfishly risk their lives to serve our country in
the war with Iraq. Our gratitude to all those who have returned home safely, to those who are still serving and our thoughts and prayers to those
families who lost a loved one. Thank you for your courage and support to the following Norwalk residents.
Jose G. Rodriguez RIP
Miguel Guzman RIP
Antonio Acero
Ronny A. Aguon
Thomas J. Aguon
Edgar Ahumada
Luis Ahumada Jr.
Jun M. Modok Alcid
Richard J. Almeida
Wilfredo Alvarez Jr.
Richard R. Alvarez III
Ambrail Amezquita
Salvador Araiza
Alejandro Arias
Aldo Arroyo
Fernando Avalos
Glen K. Baird
Michael Ballesteros
Marcus Bazzle
Zocarlo Benologa
Derek Steve Blackshire
Chris Bobbit
Brian Buck
James Caddell
Robert Cancio Jr.
Daniel Cardiel
Edward Castellanos
Javier Castillo
Hector Ceja
Santos Cervantes
Timothy Michael Chantland
Desiree Chavarria
Adam Conaway
Michael Edward Contreras
Trevor Cook
Jose Cordero
Misael Cortez
Obed Cortez
Oscar Curioso
Raymundo Delgado
Richard Dorn
Luis E. Duran
Victor Duran Jr.
Christopher Ecle
Michael Ecle
Armando Escamilla Jr.
Wilfred A. Escobar
Ruben Esqueda
Denny M. Estrada
Jason Farias
Luis G. Felix
Omar Galindo
David Garcia
Ives Garcia
Robert J. Geiser
Jeremy Gilmore
Eduardo Gonzalez
Jose Francisco Gonzalez
Nicanor Gonzalez Jr.
Enrique S. Gutierrez
Hector Gutierrez
Michael Guzman
John P. Harguendeguy
Darnell Hatfield
Teela Hernandez
Charles J. Hobbs
Brent A. Jones
Joseph Kloby
Glenn Kocina
Paul Kocina
Eric Kuhns
Sabrina La Chapelle
Jamie Leigh Langiewicz
Steven Lauderdale
Herbert A. Leal
Eric Llamas
Salvador Llamas
Vincent Lopez
Mario Marquez
Andrew P. Marinez
Beatriz M. Martinez
Stephanie Martinez
Victor Martinez
Anthony McCleary
Vincent J. Meno
Roger Molano
Shaun Mora
Oscar Morales
Tulio Morales Jr.
Manuel Steven Moreno
Travis Morrone
Carlos Muro
Beninno Ornelas
Miguel Ortiz
Monique Page
Fernando Paramo
Jesus Parra
Steven Pavelski
Kevin Peng
Donald Poirier
Robert J. Prieto
Jeremy Proffitt
Roman Quintanilla
Manuel Ramirez Jr.
David Allen Raymond
Michael Richards
David Rivera
Marilyn Roberts
Suzanne N. Robinson
Marcel Rodarte
Christopher M. Rodriguez
Rachel E. Rojas
Samuel Rojas
Jessica Y. Gibson Romero
David Darrell Rosales
Alexander Salinas
Oshada Rukshan Samaranayaka
Humberto Santana Jr.
Damien Santiago
David Sarabia
Josh Saunders
Larry Sena
Darryl A. Sombrero
Ernesto Soriano
Daniel Soto Jr.
Paul David Soto
Oscar De Sousa
Vincent Talamantes
Glen Tedtaotao
Pierre Tedtaotao
Christopher Matthew Tellers
Fernando Temblador
Joseph W. Thomas
J.P. Thompson
Fortunato Torres III
Jay Anthony Torres
Randall Wayne Turner
Richard Paul Uribe
Erick Valdez
Robert Valenzuela
Jason Valles
Jair Vargas
Albert Vasquez
Christopher Vasquez
Louis Vasquez
Alex Villaseñor
Tasha Villaseñor
Matthew James Wallace
Crystal White
Nathan Yriarte
Veterans Day Ceremony 2008
Every year on November 11th, Norwalk’s City
Council joins with American Legion Post #359 and
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7138 to pay tribute
to the service and sacrifice of the men and women
who in defense of our freedom have bravely worn
the uniform of the United States.
From the fields and forests of war-torn Europe
to the jungles of Southeast Asia, from the deserts
of Iraq to the mountains of Afghanistan, brave
patriots have protected our Nation’s ideals, rescued millions from tyranny, and helped spread
freedom around the globe. America’s veterans answered the call when asked to protect
our Nation from some of the most brutal and ruthless tyrants, terrorists, and militaries the
world has ever known. They stood tall in the face of grave danger and enabled our Nation
to become the greatest force for freedom in human history. Members of the Army, Navy, Air
Force, Marines, and Coast Guard have answered a high calling to serve and have helped
secure America at every turn.
Our country is forever indebted to our veterans for their quiet courage and exemplary
service. We also remember and honor those who laid down their lives in freedom’s defense.
These brave men and women made the ultimate sacrifice for our benefit. On Veterans Day,
we remember these heroes for their valor, their loyalty, and their dedication. Their selfless
sacrifices continue to inspire us today as we work to advance peace and extend freedom
around the world.
The program was conducted on Patriot’s Concourse at Norwalk City Hall. The prelude was
an outstanding piece of music by Norwalk’s own All City Band Directed by Tom Phillips.
John Gomez, Commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7138, gave the welcome
and a combined color guard of the American Legion representatives, Veterans of Foreign
Wars representatives and the Norwalk Public Safety Cadet Color Guard presented colors.
Chaplain of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7138, Mike Hill, gave the invocation and
John Gomez did the Pledge of Allegiance.
A special treat was the National Anthem sung by the Norwalk High School Singers.
Nancy Lanpher conducts the group and Assistant Principal Leonard Shryock arranged their
participation.
Another special treat was God Bless the USA sung by Mrs. Rice’s 3rd Grade Class from
Dolland Elementary School.
Introductions were made by Veterans of Foreign Wars Commander John Gomez and
American Legion 1st Vice President Wayne Carrigan and Auxiliary President Becky Bullard.
Civic Dignitaries included Kevin Gano representing Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano
and the Norwalk City Council. The Mayor’s comments were, “Good morning everyone. It’s
an honor to celebrate Veterans Day with you and call attention to the service of all those who
put their lives on the line for this nation’s freedom.”
“Ever since the first Veterans Day – originally “Armistice Day” – in 1919, Americans have
paused to salute the men and women who have kept us free.”
“To the many veterans here today, I thank you for your service to our Country. “Veteran”
is a title you can wear proudly in Norwalk because we all know whether you served for a
few years or for many, you put the nation’s needs above your own. You all stood ready, if the
order came to risk everything for our Country’s cause.”
“Our wars have taken some of our finest citizens. This great sacrifice has given us every
hour we live in freedom. The sacrifice will never be forgotten.“
“So, on this Veterans Day — as we honor the dead, remember the missing, celebrate the
living, and recognize all of those who fought to defend our country and our freedom — let’s
also pray for a time when we all live in peace.”
“Until then, may God bless us all and keep us safe.”
Norwalk’s All City Band’s Service Medley and rendition of “God Bless America” were
outstanding.
The highlight of the event was comments by Keynote Speaker, Oscar Barraza, U.S.M.C.
Retired. He related his personal struggles and achievements and how his love of God and
Country has made him the man he is today.
Dolland Elementary School’s 3rd Grade Class did the Veterans Day Salute.
Chaplain of American Legion Post #359, John Cowan, did the benediction. The Norwalk
High School Singers who sang, “Let it Shine”, nicely finished off the program.
Thanks to everyone who made this year’s Veterans Day a tremendous success.
Mrs. Rice’s 3rd Grade Class from Dolland Elementary School.
Keynote Speaker, Oscar Barazza, Lance Corporal, USMC.
Nancy Lanpher conducts Norwalk High School Singers.
All City Band performs splendidly under direction of Tom Phillips.
Norwalk Public Safety Cadets as part of Combined Color Guard.
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Community
Calendar of Events
December 2 City Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m., City Hall
Council Chambers, 12700 Norwalk Blvd.
December 6 Snowfest / Tree Lighting Ceremony, Civic
Center Lawn, 12 - 8 p.m. for information call (562) 9295702
December 12 City Hall is Closed
December 16 City Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m., City Hall
Council Chambers, 12700 Norwalk Blvd.
December 25 City Hall is Closed
December 26 City Hall is Closed
Norwalk Now is published monthly to inform residents of events and issues shaping
the future of Norwalk. Comments or questions are welcome and may be directed to the
Community Information Office, City Hall at (562) 929-5735. © 2008 City of Norwalk.
Christmas Tree Recycling
The holiday season is quickly approaching
and each jurisdiction will face the annual task
of arranging for Christmas tree collection
and disposal. The Sanitation Districts are
pleased to again sponsor a Christmas
Tree Recycling Program as part of our green waste
recovery program at the Puente Hills, School Canyon,
and Calabasas Landfills.
This year’s Christmas Tree Recycling Program will
run from Friday, December 26, 2008 through Saturday,
January 17, 2009. Please place Christmas trees on the
parkway next to the trash containers. Norwalk’s trash
haulers will collect Christmas trees using a special
designated truck at no additional cost. Please remove
all ornaments, plastic containers, metal stands and bars
from your tree. Trees 8 feet or taller need to be cut in
half. Flocked trees and trees coated with a fire retardant
will be accepted. If you live in a multi-residential home
please place your Christmas tree next to your trash
container.
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