History of La Verne
What product were the surrounding cities (La Verne, San Dimas, Glendora, etc.) known for producing?
Citrus plants (for example, oranges were quite popular)
This department is in charge of law enforcement and peace keeping.
Police
Name the 3 high schools in La Verne
Bonita, Damien, Lutheran
Where are some places you can volunteer in the community?
Habitat for Humanity, local animal shelter, trash pick up, food and clothing donations hosted at schools/churchs, etc.
Who is the elected head of a city?
Mayor
Who founded La Verne?
Isaac Wilson Lord
This department is in charge of fire prevention, fire suppression, paramedic service, hazardous materials control, weed maintanence, and emergency preparedness.
Fire Department
How many fire stations are in La Verne?
3
How does the city pay for a good amount of the services that it provides?
Taxes
In gneral, how often are elections for the mayor held?
(There is a range of numbers you can pick from, since each city has their own rules.)
2 to 6 years
What year was La Verne founded?
1887
This department is in charge of recreation and sports programs, youth activities, and senior citizen services.
Community Services
What street is city hall located on?
D Street
What is are some important duties a citizen can have as a member of a community?
Voting, participation in local events, join various town organizations, hold offices
Who appoints the heads of the different departments?
Mayor
What was La Verne's name when it was first founded?
Lordsburg
This department is charge of street and facility maintenance, water division, sewer maintenance, street sign and street light maintenance, and much more.
Public Works
What is the name of the park that illustrates what historical La Verne was like?
Heritage Park
If you wish to contact the police, and it is not for emergency purposes, what phone number should you contact? (The answer to the question is not the actual phone number)
The police department's phone number. (Not 911)
4
What is the name of the major railroad that ran through all of the cities in the nearby area, facilitating their growth?
Sante Fe Railroad
This department is in charge of building and safety, housing, planning, and economic development.
Community Development
What is the name of the hiking trial that runs through the City of La Verne?
Marshall Canyon Trial
Who in the community has the power to make changes to the local government if they so desire. (Similar answer to state and national governments.)
The individual citizens
What is the official name for the collection of local laws?
Municipal Code