Hello, neighbors!

It’s hard to believe September is almost here! Fall is shaping up to be a busy season in La Verne, with plenty of community events to look forward to. Be sure to mark your calendars as you read through today’s newsletter.

Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the importance of proximity—of showing up, spending time together and connecting face to face. Even in an increasingly digital world, gathering in person remains something valuable for us humans to do.

That’s one reason La Verne Daily is planning events in September, October and November. I’m excited to share more details with you soon—stay tuned!

Staci

Business Buzz 🐝

La Verne Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Incoming 2027 Board Members

The La Verne Chamber of Commerce celebrated outgoing leaders and installed the 2026-27 board directors during its Evening of Champions on Wednesday at Hanawalt House on the University of La Verne campus.

Adrian Avila began serving as board chair July 1, and two new directors joined the board: Barbara Gallob and Zach Taylor. Ana Robles is chair-elect and will begin her term July 1, 2027.

Current board directors include Debra Carter, Emmeline DePillis, Jill Dolan, Juan Fuentes, Anna Valiente Gomez, Josh Goldman (past chair), Kelli Holmes, Wayne Hurley, Lanae O’Shields, Christopher Reiff, Ana Robles, Marianne Stark, and Morgan Sternquist. Brian Bowcock is Board Member Emeritus.

Chamber Executive Director Matt Duran also announced the winners of the Best of La Verne competition on Wednesday. Community members nominated and voted for their favorite businesses across 100 categories. Eligible businesses were either located in La Verne or were members of the La Verne Chamber of Commerce.

More coverage of this year’s winners is coming soon, including the winner of the nicest restroom!

Waste Management takes over La Verne trash billing Sept. 1

Waste Management will take over billing and customer service for residential trash collection in La Verne beginning Sept. 1.

Collection schedules, services, and rates will remain unchanged during the transition, which the City says is intended to improve customer service, reduce delays, and streamline the billing process.

You may receive two trash-related invoices in late August or early September, but the City says you are not being charged twice. The final City utility bill covers July and August because the City bills after services are provided. The first WM bill covers September and October because WM bills in advance.

WM will automatically create accounts using residents’ existing information. You will receive your new account number on your first WM bill and can then create an online account at wm.com/mywm.

You should carefully review your first bill because additional carts will now be itemized. Monthly charges are:

• $12.25 for each additional trash cart
• $11.63 for each recycling cart beyond the two included carts
• $16.21 for each organics cart beyond the two included carts

If you want to keep your additional carts, you do not need to take action. If you no longer want them, you should contact WM to arrange removal.

Additional charges apply for more than two (2) recycling or two (2) organics containers. Residents may adjust their service levels if needed.

Be sure to check your first mail (hitting your mailbox soon, if it hasn't already). You will receive your account number on your first Waste Management bill. You can create your account and manage your bills at wm.com/mywm.

Bills may be paid by bank account, credit or debit card, check or digital wallets, including Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Wallet. A $1.99 convenience fee will be charged for credit card, debit card and digital-wallet transactions. Payments made through direct debit from a bank account will not carry a convenience fee. In-person cash payment options are available at participating locations, including Walmart. After the transition, La Verne City Hall will no longer accept payments for trash bills.

WM will waive late fees for the first two bimonthly billing cycles, covering four months.

➡️ Representatives will be available at La Verne City Hall 8 a.m-5 p.m. on Aug. 27 and Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24 to help residents establish online accounts and answer questions.

In 2019, the City Council authorized an agreement with WM through Dec. 31, 2030, granting the company the exclusive right to provide solid waste, recycling, organics, green waste, and related collection services for residential and commercial properties throughout La Verne. The agreement also establishes service requirements, rates and fees, regulatory responsibilities, performance standards, and payments to the City. Existing service levels, rates, and franchise agreement terms will remain unchanged with the billing transition.

Larios Meat Market aims to open in September!

Stay tuned for more information about a possible soft opening and their grand opening. Follow them on Instagram @lariosmeatmarket.

Check out more Business Buzz here ➡️

A Show for the Ages: Silver Fox Follies Celebrates 18th Performance

By Kaitlyn McMullin

For 18 years, the Silver Fox Follies have shown that performers do not have to let age or physical ability keep them from taking the stage.

The annual variety show brings together performers of all ages—including at least one who is 94—for an afternoon of music, dance, and classic entertainment while raising money for Rising Stars of Equestrian Therapy.