On Saturday, June 15^th join us for Black in Mayberry's Juneteenth Festival at Recreation Park from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. This FREE event will feature live music, captivating performances, interactive arts activities, an art exhibit, a kid's zone, black-owned business vendors, food trucks, and much more.

The event promises something for everyone, with activities and attractions that celebrate African American culture, history and contributions to America. Click here to RSVP and for event details.

Join us on Saturday, June 22^nd from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the George E. Gordon Clubhouse for a FREE Eco Gardener Workshop. Learn how to successfully design a drought tolerant landscape that can alleviate the high demand on our precious water resources, while saving you money. Topics include developing a palette of climate-appropriate plants with a focus on California natives, applying key design principles, and laying out a successful planting plan.

To RSVP and to learn more about the class, click here. This class is a partnership between the City and the Water Replenishment District.

The El Segundo Public Library is ready for summer!

Join the largest book club in L.A. with the One Book, One County program from June 1 - July 27, 2024, where 18 library districts will read and discuss "L.A. Weather" by María Amparo Escandón.

Learn about the best summer reads from Penguin Random House rep, Liz Camford, on Saturday June 8^th at Book Buzz: Summer Reading Picks.

The fun continues with summer reading programs, mad science experiments and more! To learn about the Library's reading programs and activities for every age, please click here.

Please note the Library's new hours starting June 3^rd: Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday - Saturday: 10: a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sunday: Closed.

The City Council Recap provides highlights and a quick overview of business discussed during the Tuesday, May 21st 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 June episode with all the latest happenings, news, and business spotlights HERE! 

On May 21, 2024, City Council adopted the new Downtown Specific Plan and the accompanying zone changes and zoning code zmendments.  The Specific Plan contains regulations for the future physical development of the Downtown area and is effective June 20, 2024.

The new specific plan establishes a balance of land uses within the downtown area to reach its optimal potential. It also aims to beautify, improve mobility, and enhance downtown streetscapes to further connect it to El Segundo's surrounding neighborhoods - creating a destination for residents and visitors alike. The plan includes an environmental impact report, downtown dining guidelines, and associated application and renewal fees. For more information on the Downtown Specific Plan, click here.

Summer camps and classes are almost here! Summer camps will run from June 10^th – August 23^rdf. There are lots of camps for all age groups ranging from beach activities to Legos, and  filmmaking, to art, and more. Visit the Summer Camps page to view each of the camps, we have something for everyone!

If you’re looking for a class, we’ve got you covered. Many of our summer classes are starting in June and July going through August. We have classes featuring fitness, art, dance, and water fitness. Youth and tot classes include arts, enrichment, sports, and dance. Registration is open to both residents and non-residents on esrec.org. You can also visit us in-person at the Clubhouse or Checkout Building in Recreation Park to register. Check out our Summer Activity Guide on elsegundorecparks.org  or call us at 310-524-2362 with any questions.

Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements Project construction activities have started and are expected to continue through June 7, 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, and click here for more information.

El Segundo Boulevard Improvement Project has experienced some delays and is in the final stages of being completed, with pavement, traffic signals, and landscaping restoration. There will still 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 a map of the work areas.

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

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:

• City of L.A. retained a recruiting company to hire a new division head position at Hyperion, and a representative from El Segundo will be one of four people sitting on the hiring panel along with representatives from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Waterkeeper Alliance, and Heal the Bay.

• 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.