This department handles the identification of deceased persons as well as cause of death; these services are for all law enforcement agencies throughout Contra Costa County. The department also notifies next of kin, performs drug and toxology tests as well as autopsies, if necessary.
Contra Costa County Support Services Bureau is a division of the Contra Costa Sheriff's office, and is located among industrial complexes on Arnold Industrial Parkway. It houses the property services division. It is responsible for the storage, record keeping and disposition of all property and evidence submitted to the Bureau by the Sheriff's office, as well as the contract cities of Danville, Lafayette, Orinda, Oakley and San Ramon.
The Orange County Sheriff's Department South Operations Division provides law enforcement services to more than 566,000 residents of South Orange County. The 10 contract cities of Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, and the unincorporated areas of Trabuco Canyon, Coto De Caza, Ladera Ranch, Wagon Wheel, and Las Flores are all within the South Operations area of responsibility. The division deploys approximately 140 patrol cars during each 24 hour period to provide law enforcement services. There are approximately 471 staff members, of which 371 are deputy sheriffs.
Sacramento International Airport SMF is an airport serving the Sacramento Area. SMF Airport is situated approximately 10 miles to the northwest of Sacramento’s city center. The airport moves about 9 million passengers annually. SMF opened in 1967 after the County Board of Supervisors commissioned a study to move air operations to sparsely populated areas. With rapid growth in the 1990s “international” was added to the name in 1998.
Located just north of I-5 on Airport Boulevard, SMF Airport has a variety of parking options including economy, short-term, long-term, garage and valet. Sacramento Airport consists of two terminals (A, B) with 32 gates. Terminal A and B are connected by shuttle bus. There are 12 airlines that fly in and out of SMH serving several international and domestic locations.
At Sacramento International Airport there is an array of quick service and full service dining options, ranging from Starbucks to California Pizza Kitchen. Whether it is books and magazines on your list or clothing and accessories MSP has you covered with options ranging from the Travel Mart to Vino Volo. In terms of services there are currency exchanges, Massage Bar, shoeshine, and ATMs.
Getting to and from SMF International Airport has never been easier including the Yolobus, taxis, limousines, vans, car rentals and shuttles available. If staying over at Sacramento International Airport there is 3 nearby hotel and motel options including the Four Points By Sheraton Airport Hotel, Holiday Inn Express and the Motel 8 Las Vegas.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) does an extraordinary job in giving visitors of all ages a "big picture" of our planet. The museum houses one of the world's top collections of natural and cultural history. NHM protects more than 35 million objects, some dating back 4.5 billion years. Many are displayed within the Dinosaur, Mammal, Bird, and Insect Halls, as well as in the Discovery Center, interactive Nature Lab, Gem and Mineral Rooms, and Nature Gardens.
Best and worst time to go to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
Not surprisingly, the museum is crowded on weekends, holidays, and during the summer. Weekdays can be crowded, too, with school field trips. The best times to visit NHM are weekday afternoons, after 1:30 p.m., and weekend mornings at 9:30 a.m.
Must See/Do at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The Natural History Museum has a wealth of "must-sees" starting with the Halls of North American and African Mammals, with dioramas of animals in their "realistic" settings. The 14,000 square foot Dinosaur Hall is stunning. Be sure not to miss the Nature Lab on Level G with live animals, including frogs, turtles, snakes and rats.
Admission to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas). Admission ranges from $5 to mid-teens; children 2 and under are free. Specialty combo tickets, which include the seasonal Butterfly and Spider Pavilions, are higher.
How to get to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The Natural History Museum is located in Exposition Park at 900 Exposition Boulevard between Vermont Avenue and Figueroa Street. Paid parking is available (cash only) at the Museum's Car Park (Exposition Blvd. and Bill Robertson Lane). The Expo Rail Line stops right at the museum (exit at the Expo/Vermont stop).
Food at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The NHM Grill on Level G of the museum serves burgers and grilled sandwiches, salads, wraps, soups and pre-packaged snacks and drinks. You can dine inside or on the outside patio.
Insider tips for visitors to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
Free admission is offered on the first Tuesday of each month, except in July and August. If you take Metro to the Natural History Museum, show your ticket or pass and receive $1.25 off an adult admission. The daily "Hidden in Plain Sight" tours offer fun hidden factoids that you might miss-like the predatory wolves hidden in the plains bison diorama.
Author's bio: Lori Huck works in television development as well as writes on entertainment and the arts. She's a fan of the vibrant arts scene in Los Angeles and is a member of many museums and arts organizations.
Los Angeles County Clinics & Health Care Centers is located in Baldwin Park. It specializes in environmental health, striving to promote health and quality of life to the residents of Los Angeles County. The clinic does this through identifying, preventing and controlling harmful environmental factors throughout the country. Areas it works with include beaches, water wells, public pools, lead hazards, food, housing, emergency preparedness, chemical hazards and landfills.