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Paramount Proclaims November as National Home Care and Hospice Month
On Tuesday, November 12, the City Council issued a formal proclamation recognizing November as National Home Care and Hospice Month. This annual observance honors the essential role of homecare and hospice providers in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. This recognition also highlights the City’s collaboration […]
Paramount Launches New .gov Website
At the October 8 City Council Meeting, the City of Paramount announced some exciting changes to make it easier for you to connect with your City government! We’re giving our website a makeover and launching a new app called Paramount Now. These updates will help visitors find information and services more easily. On November 1, […]
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
On Tuesday, September 10, the City Council issued a formal proclamation honoring Spanish Heritage Month, celebrating the strong cultural roots of the Paramount community while reinforcing its commitment to fostering inclusivity and understanding of all neighbors. Observed annually from September 15 to October 15, this month-long celebration honors the influence of Hispanic culture in shaping […]
Save on Solar Programs in Paramount
In Paramount, the path to a sustainable future shines brighter than ever, with a range of solar programs designed to make clean energy accessible and affordable for all residents. From single-family homes to multifamily housing units, these initiatives offer valuable resources to help residents reduce electricity costs and promote environmental stewardship. The City’s commitment to […]
Stay Ready with Paramount’s Preparedness Resources
In Paramount, the path to a sustainable future shines brighter than ever, with a range of solar programs designed to make clean energy accessible and affordable for all residents. From single-family homes to multifamily housing units, these initiatives offer valuable resources to help residents reduce electricity costs and promote environmental stewardship. The City’s commitment to […]
Paramount Prepares for New Commercial Organics Collection Service
As part of an ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, the City of Paramount is gearing up for a change in its waste practices. Beginning August 1, 2024, Athens Services, the City’s solid waste service provider, launched a new commercial organics collection service. This move aligns with the changes outlined in California Senate Bill (SB) 1383 and […]
Lindsay Lumber Closes After More Than a Century in Business
*This story was originally published in the Paramount Chamber of Commerce Pulse Beat, August 2024 issue. Written by Dan Stracner Founded in 1921, Lindsay Lumber Company became a veritable Paramount institution during its 103 years of operation. Many thousands of board feet of lumber and other building materials from this company were used to build homes […]
Press Release: Declaration of Ballot Measure
On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, the Paramount City Council adopted a resolution to place the Paramount City Services, Business License Tax Reform Measure on the November 5, 2024 ballot. The Measure, if adopted by voters, will not increase taxes on residents. Rather, the updated business license tax structure aims to provide a balance of taxes […]
Smart Moves for Driving Back to School
With the school year quickly approaching in Paramount, it is time to gear up for a safe and smooth transition back to the classroom. According to the American Automobile Association, traffic accidents involving school-age children increase by up to 30% during the back-to-school season. The Public Safety team is ready to help protect Paramount by enforcing […]
Public Notice – NPA Letter Misinformation
It has come to the City’s attention that a letter from the National Police Association (NPA) has been circulating, requesting donations and falsely implying a connection with the Paramount City Council. The City of Paramount is in no way associated with the National Police Association, and does not endorse their letter or their request for […]