La Verne Officials Oppose County Sales Tax Measure on June Ballot
La Verne officials question accountability and local benefit, while County leaders say Measure ER would help stabilize health services.
May 16, 2026The La Verne Civic Brief
Delivering essential local news, context, and accountability reporting to help residents understand the decisions shaping our community—and why they matter. This newsletter, sent on Saturdays, includes city council agenda highlights you can review BEFORE city council meetings.
Park Too Close to a Crosswalk? It Could Cost You $60 in La Verne
City Council asked for a six-month education period before citations begin.
May 09, 2026
Bonita Unified is Refinancing Bonds—What it Means For You
Plus highlights from the May 4 City Council Meeting Agenda.
May 02, 2026
New E-Bike Rules Coming to La Verne
City Council will review updated regulations aimed at improving safety and enforcement for e-bikes and other mobility devices at the May 4 council meeting.
April 25, 2026
Your Input Matters: City Budget Discussion Set for Monday
If you have strong feelings about any City program—from aquatics to the Explorer Program to street sweeping—this is your moment to put those views on the record before budget decisions are made.
April 18, 2026
La Verne City Council Backs $256M Bonita Unified School Bond
The council voted unanimously to endorse Measure A, which La Verne voters will decide June 2.
April 11, 2026
From Career Day Inspiration to Fire Chief
From a teenage dream to the department's highest rank—meet Brandon Coatney, La Verne's newly sworn-in fire chief with three decades in the service.
April 04, 2026
Trains, signals, traffic—Oh My!
The Wait at Wheeler: Why La Verne's rail crossing keeps drivers sitting
March 28, 2026
La Verne's Landscape Districts Face Rising Costs, Possible Rate Adjustments Ahead
La Verne's landscape districts are burning through reserves. A state turf mandate is adding pressure. And at least one neighborhood may face a new vote on assessments.
March 21, 2026