The City of Paramount has reported that all 16 metal-related businesses in town are set to receive Administrative Action permits. This new permit program establishes stricter oversight and was developed to address any future potential air quality issues in the City. This program is a first of its kind in California and places the following […]
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MWD Offers Rebates for Residential Turf Replacement
The Metropolitan Water District (MWD) of Southern California offers a Turf Replacement Program for homeowners to replace their existing lawn with drought-tolerant landscaping. Not only do grass lawns require heavy maintenance expenses, they also cause rainwater runoff, which decreases groundwater supply and water conservation. The program offers a rebate of $2 or more per square […]
“Energy for All” Program Provides Free Solar Installation for Qualifying Paramount Residents
May 24, 2021 in News
Eligible Paramount residents can reduce electricity costs and contribute to a clean energy future by signing up for the Energy for All residential solar program through GRID Alternatives, a nonprofit organization offering solar panel installation and maintenance free of charge to qualifying households.
City of Paramount Develops Draft of First Climate Action Plan
May 21, 2021 in News
The City of Paramount has developed a draft of its first-ever Climate Action Plan (beginning on page 247), which outlines strategies to meet the State’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals and creates a roadmap to follow as Paramount continues to advance its sustainability efforts. “Ensuring a clean, safe and sustainable environment is a top priority […]
Paramount Adds Environmental Sustainability Section to City Council Meeting Agendas
May 4, 2021 in News
The Paramount City Council has moved to establish a regular section on their meeting agendas that examines sustainability issues.
Paramount Proactively Analyzing PFAS Treatment Options
The City of Paramount is assessing options for treating water for the removal of manmade chemicals known as “PFAS,” following the detection of minuscule amounts of PFAS in Water Well 14 in February 2020.
Paramount Earns Tree City USA Status for Third Consecutive Year
March 25, 2021 in News
For the third consecutive year, the City of Paramount has earned Tree City USA status for 2021. The distinction is awarded by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor communities for their commitment to effective urban forest management.
South Coast AQMD Temporarily Suspends Hexavalent Chromium Monitoring in Paramount
The City of Paramount has been informed that, due to COVID-19, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has temporarily suspended monitoring of hexavalent chromium.
Join the Discussion on Housing in Paramount
January 20, 2021 in News
The City of Paramount’s General Plan guides land development to meet the vision and needs of the community. The General Plan is divided into “elements” – including one for housing. Since 1969, California has required that all local governments adequately plan to meet the housing needs of everyone in the community by adopting housing plans as part […]
Paramount to Receive 70-100 New Trees Through CAL FIRE Urban Forest Grant
January 19, 2021 in News
The City of Paramount is excited to announce that 70-100 new trees will be planted in the community thanks to an Urban & Community Forestry grant from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (or CAL FIRE).
