Super CPR Saturday - Saturday, May 11^th is Super CPR Saturday! Join us at Fire Station 1 to learn how to administer Adult CPR using lecture, videos, and hands-on demonstrations. Participants receive a Red Cross CPR 2-year certification. This FREE class is designed for all age ranges that can understand the information. Two classes are offered: from 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., and 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. All participants must register before May 11^th. Sign up here! 

El Segundo Fire Department's Open House opens the doors of Fire Station No.1 to the public and invites the community to come out and tour the fire station, check out the fire engines and trucks up close, and learn about their local firefighters and safety personnel.  The event is Saturday, May 11^th, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station 1. There will be live music, food, activities for kids, and more! Hope to see you there!

Evening Book Tasting - On May 14^th, sample a curated selection of genre varietals from El Segundo Public Library's literary buffet. Staff will guide you through the genre tasting menu. Join other readers to discuss and discover what pleases your literary palate in the relaxed, convivial atmosphere at Richmond Bar and Grill.

Check out the Library's website for the full schedule of events. 

Join us on Saturday, May 25^th, at the Joslyn Center from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. as we celebrate all older adults in the community. This year's theme is "Powered by Connection". Elderfest is an opportunity to explore the many ways older adults remain active and involved with their communities. The event includes, entertainment, raffled goods, recognition of the El Segundo "Older American of the Year" by elected officials, and a free lunch for local seniors. Reservations are required. Please call 310-524-2705 or visit the Joslyn Center front desk to RSVP.

The City Council Recap provides highlights and a quick overview of business discussed during the Tuesday, April 16th City Council meeting. To watch the full City Council meeting, click here. 

El Segundo News is a monthly news show that can be watched on the City's website, Channel 3, and the City's social media channels. The show focuses on city-related issues and events.

Check out the May episode with all the latest happenings, news, and business spotlights HERE! 

On April 15^th, the Los Angeles Aging & Disabilities Department launched its Access to Technology (ATT) program, designed to help older adults and people with disabilities get connected online. For those that qualify for the program, they'll give you a tablet, teach you about staying safe online, and provide Internet for 2 years - all for free! Plus, you can take free classes to learn more.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the annual community survey. Your feedback is invaluable and helps the City measure the effectiveness of local services and programs.

The information from this survey directly contributed to the City's operational decisions at the City's strategic planning session that took place on April 30^th. Some aligned priorities discussed at the session include:

• Addressing the unsheltered homeless population
• Providing quality infrastructure (eg. parking and capital improvement projects)
• Maintaining the City's "small town" character
• Allocating resources to support local businesses across industries
• E-bike Safety

To watch the full strategic planning session, click here.

Spots are still available for the El Sgundo Fire Department's FREE Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training Sign up today for this hands-on, in-person four-day training! Training will take place at Fire Station 2 over the weekends of May 31^st and June 7^th on Friday evening and during the day on Saturday. Click here for details and register today!

Exciting opportunities await at the City of El Segundo! We're hiring passionate individuals who want to make a difference in our vibrant community. Whether you're interested in public safety, public works, community services, administration, or other areas, we have diverse roles available for all experience levels. Join us and enjoy competitive benefits, a coastal location, and the chance to contribute to impactful projects. Explore our careers page for current job openings and apply today!

El Segundo Boulevard Improvement Project is in the final stages of being completed, with pavement, traffic signals, and landscaping restored by the end of May - weather permitting. Repaving activity continues on El Segundo Blvd. between Illinois St. and Isis Ave., and Nash St. between Imperial Hwy. and El Segundo Blvd., and Douglas St. between Imperial Hwy. and Rosecrans Ave. During the process, there will be lane closures but at least one lane will remain open at all times in all directions. Commuters should expect delays and consider taking alternative routes. Click here for full details, including the schedule and map.

Additional improvements include installation of curb ramps and bike lanes, traffic signal modifications, drainage modifications, and landscaping. Funding is provided by Metro.

Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements Project construction activities have started and are expected to continue through June 4, 2024. Work hours are Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tomovich and Associates, the contractor for this project, delivers notices to affected residents one week before construction and posts "no parking" signs at least 72 hours in advance, where needed. Please contact Floriza Rivera with any general questions at 310-524-2361.

Below are the most recent updates on the situation with the Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant, which is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles:

• Hyperion reports that between Monday, April 15 and Tuesday, April 16, 2024, Digester Battery E at Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant experienced leaks.  The leaks have been stopped, and Hyperion staff are actively engaged in the cleanup and drainage process to enable a thorough investigation of the cause. Click here for full details.

• Hyperion continues the final installment of tank cover replacement for Battery D which is expected to be completed in June of 2024.

Additional details and documents continue to be shared on elsegundo.org/hyperion and at future City Council meetings. Sign up to receive the latest Hyperion news and updates from the City of El Segundo directly to your inbox.