The Chamber of Commerce in Lincoln Park encourages and promotes business, stimulating a vibrant economy in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills. The organization provides networking opportunities through the Business EXPO, business-to-business-luncheons, business after-hours mixers and referral groups. Its events, such as the State of the Cities luncheon and the Los Altos Fall Festival, are integral parts of Los Altos civic life. Memberships range from $110 to $585.
The South Gate Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization dedicated to advocating for and representing business' interests. It is especially helpful to newcomers, business leaders and visitors interested in relocating to the area. Its mission is to increase employment opportunities throughout the community and enhance economic stability. Jerry Brown is the president of the executive board.
Dedicated to public safety and long-term livibility in the community, the Los Angeles County Building & Safety Division focuses on enforcing safety codes for buildings. You may have the blueprint for your dream home, but the Building & Safety Division will see to it that it meets all the necessary city and state codes. Through their Property Rehabilitation Program, it makes sure all buildings maintain upkeep and are safe to the public, helping property values and preserving residential neighborhoods.
Hidden away deep inside Mason Circle off of Bates Avenue are the office buildings for Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control. Dedicated to the counties more than 1 million residents and covering 725 square miles Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control has been protecting public health since 1927 from mosquitoes, mice and rats, yellow jackets, ticks, and skunks by controlling them in a responsible environmentally conscious manner.
The Monrovia Community Center is located on West Palm Avenue across the street from Library Park.
The center has a banquet room with a maximum occupancy of 250 which can be rented out for private parties. The center also features eight other rooms available for rent. Racquetball courts on the premises are currently closed for repairs.
The city's Community Services Department is headed by April Soash.
Lafayette is at the center of the two cities, Lafayette and Orinda, and one town, Moraga, that form the region known as "Lamorinda." The city was incorporated in 1968, although settlement of the area began in 1848 and the Pony Express made a quick stop here in 1860.
Today, Lafayette is favored by long-term residents and new arrivals for its semi-rural charm, quality of life, top-rated schools, low crime rate, mild climate and oak tree-studded hills. Located between Berkeley and Walnut Creek, Lafayette has its own Bay Area Rapid Transit station (BART) and is only a 25-minute BART ride from San Francisco.
A "limited services" city with police and fire protection contracted to county agencies, Lafayette's administrative offices are responsible for human resources, finance and office operations. Code enforcement, engineering, parks & recreation, planning, and public works are headquartered at city hall.
The Police Services Division provides contract law enforcement services through a contract with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department. Police Chief Mike Hubbard heads a team of 15 sworn officers, five reserve officers, a canine officer and five non-sworn officers.
Duties include crime suppression, investigation, traffic enforcement, youth services, vehicle abatement, and community outreach and education. The Public Safety function includes the school crossing guard program, with all costs shared with the Lafayette School District.
Call 925 284-5010 for 24-hour dispatch or 911 for emergencies.