We keep hearing about community engagement and community input; when and where will it take place? Are we still a democracy in Whittier?
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Commentary and Interview: Houseless Protest Group Occupies Central Park, City Hall
"At all times, Whittier should have a shelter open, and they don’t, so we are going to stay until it is open."
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Whittier City Council Passes Eviction Moratorium in 4-1 Vote
On Tuesday evening, in its first remote meeting after the state and county safer-at-home mandates, the Whittier City Council enacted a COVID-19 eviction moratorium in a 4-1 vote.
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Five Ways You Can Help
Scientists say that helping others can help with stress management, immune building, and more. Here are some ways you can exercise your altruism muscle
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Escape Online: Travel, Learn, See, Hear, Taste, Move, and More
Escape the boundaries of your safe-at-home stay with events and activities available free online.
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The Money Crunch: Resources for Whittier Area Emergency Needs
Sustainable City News shares local, regional, and national resources for workers feeling the crunch in greater Whittier.
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Stuck at Home? Get Lost in All the Fun Free Stuff
Sustainable City News shares links to tons of free stuff including education, entertainment, student & parent resources, lifestyle, self-care, and more.
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Whittier’s Coronavirus Lockdown Begins
The coronavirus pandemic has reached Los Angeles County, with predictions of an overtaxed healthcare system. Disorganized but swift social distancing in Whittier has included school closures and event cancellations. Find out what you can do to protect yourself and the community at large.
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Opinion: School Closure Now
"The school district has a key role to play in stopping the tsunami of illness and death that is heading our way by moving classes online. When you look back years (or even weeks) from now, you will be glad that you moved swiftly and decisively at this moment."
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“Second 57 Freeway” Could Impact Whittier Wildlife
“I can’t emphasize enough how critically important it is to maintain wildlife movement through this area at the very least,” asserted Andrea Gullo, Executive Director of the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority. “This linkage will affect the Authority’s, many cities’ and the County of Los Angeles’ ongoing commitment to the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor.”