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Celebration Without the Risk: Paramount’s New Year Message
As the New Year approaches, the City of Paramount reminds residents that fireworks celebrations should not come at the cost of safety. Unlike the Fourth of July holiday, all fireworks, including those labeled “Safe and Sane,” are prohibited during New Year’s. The City is committed to keeping our neighborhoods safe by enforcing the law, educating […]
How to Have a Joyful and Sustainable Holiday Season
We might not get a “White Christmas” here in Paramount, but we can still create a greener one. This season is the perfect opportunity to embrace our traditions while making choices that protect both our community and the planet. From decking the halls with environmentally-friendly decorations to making the most of your holiday meal leftovers, […]
Keeping the Holidays Merry and Secure in Paramount
The holidays always brighten up the City of Paramount with festive decorations, annual events, and the excitement of celebration. With so many events and the anticipation of the festivities, it is easy to get swept up in the season, yet this time of year also brings an increase in safety challenges. As residents start to […]
Partner Spotlight – American Red Cross
The City of Paramount is full of resources and partnerships designed to educate, protect and better serve its residents. One of these partnerships is with the American Red Cross Greater Long Beach and South Bay Chapter, which works with the City to enhance disaster preparedness and emergency response efforts throughout the community. The Red Cross […]
Lives of Valor: Veterans of Paramount
Veterans Day. What does it mean? How did it start? As World War I was ending, the Allied nations and Germany entered an “armistice,” a temporary end of war, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month: November 11, 1918. Although the war officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was […]
Ready to Vote? November 4 Election Info
L.A. County’s Vote Centers, Vote by Mail and official Drop Boxes make it easy for everyone to participate in the Statewide Special Election on Nov. 4, 2025. Check your voter registration You can check your registration status and learn about voter registration options at the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. The last day to register to […]
Paramount’s Ultimate Guide for a Safe and Spooky Halloween
It is almost that time of year when ghosts, goblins and ghouls roam the streets! As excitement builds for a night of costumes, candy and chills, the City of Paramount encourages residents, visitors and the community to make safety part of their Halloween plans. With a few precautions, everyone can enjoy a night that is […]
City of Paramount Provides Free Water Usage Monitoring Service for Residents
Water is one of the world’s most valuable resources, and the City of Paramount is making it easier than ever for its water customers to stay in control of their usage. The City has partnered with Aquahawk, a free online monitoring service that helps Paramount customers track consumption, catch leaks early, and avoid unexpected high […]
Building Resilience Through Communication This National Preparedness Month
Since the start of the year, California has faced no shortage of emergencies and challenges. From fires to storms, communities statewide have been reminded that disasters can strike at any time. September is recognized as National Preparedness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies, whether at home, […]
Partner Spotlight: Fair Housing Foundation
Everyone deserves a place to call home, free from discrimination, confusion, or uncertainty. In support of this principle, the City of Paramount is proud to partner with the Fair Housing Foundation (FHF), a nonprofit organization committed to eliminating housing discrimination and ensuring all residents have equal access to safe, fair housing opportunities. Through this partnership, […]