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New Dockweiler Recreational Vehicle Park Set to Re-Open for Summer 2005 Season

Supervisor Knabe today announced that the Dockweiler Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park will reopen at noon on Friday, May 27 at Dockweiler State Beach, 12001 Vista del Mar in Playa del Rey, after several months of renovations.

" Dockweiler Beach is one of the many beautiful beaches that line our coastline in Los Angeles County and we are excited to be able to open up just in time for summer recreational activities," said Knabe.

The $11 million project, funded by County of Los Angeles Proposition A and State of California Proposition 40 bond funds, includes the replacement of restroom buildings, an entry kiosk, maintenance and lifeguard facilities refurbishment, parking lots, a concession building and new landscaping.

The newly renovated RV Park offers 117 spaces complete with water, electric and sewage hookups including 35 new back row hookups with full utilities for recreational vehicles up to 37 feet in length. Other amenities include laundry facilities and hot showers.

Dockweiler RV Park visitors can enjoy beachfront views, utilize the fire pits on the beach, hang glide off the nearby bluffs, bike along the 22-mile long Los Angeles County Beaches coastline bike trail, or take a trip to any of the numerous Los Angeles area attractions.

Reservations for Dockweiler Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park are being accepted now for the summer 2005 season, by dialing (800) 950-7275.

For additional information regarding Dockweiler Recreational (RV) Park dial (310) 322-5008.

New Irrigation Renovations at Los Verdes Golf Course

Supervisor Don Knabe announced today that Los Verdes Golf Course would receive an estimated $2 million dollars to renovate the irrigation system.

The funding will provide for a more efficient system that will be able to determine the optimal times for irrigation to be conducted. It can also turn the system off during rainy weather to avoid over watering to make optimal use of resources.

"As the only golf course located in Rancho Palos Verdes overlooking the stunning vista of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island, Los Verdes is a wonderful asset to the County’s recreation facilities," said Knabe.

The system will include the installation of new main lines, laterals, valves, irrigation heads and a controller. A wash area clarifier at the maintenance yard will connect to the existing sewer system. In addition to gauging water needs, the new system will be capable of injecting fertilizer into the turf.

"We are so excited to move forward on this project," said Knabe. "This new efficient irrigation system will help update and maintain the stunning grounds for golfers."

The estimated two year project will not affect the public’s use of the golf course.

Supervisor Knabe Announces Completion of Adventure County Park Gymnasium

Supervisor Knabe announced today that Adventure County Park will celebrate its Grand Opening Ceremony on Wednesday July 28, 2004 at 3:30 p.m.

The $4.2 million project, which commenced in June 2003, both expanded and renovated the current park to include new recreational facilities, additional parking as well as a kitchen designed to accommodate a Meals on Wheels program.

"After a year of construction, the new gymnasium at Adventure County Park will become a valuable community center for the people of Whittier," said Knabe. "With all of its new additions, the modern recreational facility will be able to host organized competitions, educational classes, community meetings and social functions."

The County’s youth workers demolished existing benches, planter areas, and chain link fences to help out with the construction project. The following new additions and renovations were made to the facility: basketball court, weight room, 2 ball fields, restrooms, office, shower rooms, enclosed courtyard, concrete walkways, 2 parking lots, and 22 new trees (to replace those removed previously).

Traffic Signal To Be Installed In Rowland Heights on Fullerton Road At Sunrise Drive

Supervisor Don Knabe announced today that a new traffic signal and curb ramps will be installed in Rowland Heights at the intersection of Fullerton Road and Sunrise Drive. This will be part of the County’s ongoing road construction and maintenance program, and is expected to improve conditions for motorists and pedestrians.

The new addition is included in the Fiscal Year 2004-05 Road Fund Budget and is estimated to cost between $90,000 and $105,000. The project complies with the California Environmental Quality Act.

To increase contractor awareness of our program and to contract work to the private sector, this project will be listed on the County website for bids which will begin August 3rd, said Knabe. The participation of the private sector in public developments provides a united sense of community which will help keep our streets both maintained as well as safe.

The project is scheduled to be completed within 30 days. Work will commence in December 2004. Once work begins, Fullerton Road may be reduced by one traffic lane in each direction, and Sunrise Drive may be reduced to one traffic lane for both directions, controlled by flaggers. Lane reductions will only be in effect during working hours.

Knabe Funds Peninsula Transit Shuttle

Chairman of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Don Knabe, today announced the funding of $405,000 of his Fourth District Proposition A funds for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Transit Authority’s Shuttle Service.

Despite tough budget times, it is important to continue to fund important projects such as the shuttle in Palos Verdes, said Knabe. Local transit projects are important throughout the County. Every person we get out of a car and into a bus is less traffic and less pollution.

The $405,000 will be used for fiscal year 2004-05 and will help continue the Shuttle service.

New Storm Drain Planned for City of Industry and Hacienda Heights

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Don Knabe has announced plans to contract for construction of reinforced concrete box and pipe storm drains and related structures in the vicinity of Industry and Hacienda Heights. The contract will also provide for the reconstruction of asphalt concrete pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalk, and driveways as needed as a result of the storm drain construction.

Work will take place on Clark Avenue, from Ridley Avenue to Ninth Avenue; Ninth Avenue, from San Jose Creek to Gale Avenue; Gale Avenue from Finegrove Avenue to Ninth Avenue; Palm Avenue from Finegrove Avenue to Ninth Avenue; Ridley Avenue from Palm Avenue to Wedgeworth Drive and from Los Robles Avenue to Lujon Street; Los Robles Avenue from Ridley Avenue to Ninth Avenue; Lujon Street from Darley Avenue to Ridley Avenue; and Valencia Avenue from Clark Avenue to Folger Street. This project is part of the County’s program for the construction, repair, and rehabilitation of its extensive flood control system and will provide flood protection to the local area.

The County Department of Public Works will open bids May 18 on a contract to perform the work. Public Works expects the work to start in August and take 180 working days to complete, ending in May 2005. Once work begins, Gale Avenue may be reduced to two traffic lanes, one lane for each direction, during daylight working hours.

Traffic Signals To Be Installed In Industry and Whittier

Chairman of the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors Don Knabe announced plans to contract for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Leffingwell Road and Santa Gertrudes Avenue, et al., in the vicinities of Industry and Whittier. Improvements will also include modification of traffic signals and construction of curb ramps. This project is part of Public Works’ ongoing highway construction and maintenance program to provide for improved traffic flow and safety for drivers and pedestrians.

The County Department of Public Works will open bids May 18 on a contract to perform the work.

Work is expected to take 25 working days, with an estimated start in June and completion in July. During construction, Leffingwell Road, Santa Gertrudes Avenue, Lambert Road, and First Avenue may be reduced by one lane in each direction with the left-turn lane closed when in conflict with construction. Seventh Avenue may be reduced to two traffic lanes, one lane for each direction, and a left-turn lane where existing. Clark Avenue will maintain at least two traffic lanes, one lane for each direction, and a left-turn lane where existing during construction. Local access will be maintained at all times.

Stormwater Discharge Improvements Planned for Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Don Knabe announced plans to contract for construction of flood control improvements in the Cities of Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach. Improvements will include construction of a device to divert low water flows in the existing storm drain along Herondo Street between Monterey Boulevard and Valley Drive, a sediment separation device, a reinforced concrete sump with pumps, discharge pipes, and supporting structures.

This project is part of the County’s extensive stormwater program and will provide improved water pollution control by diverting non-storm runoff to a sewage treatment plant.

The County Department of Public Works will open bids May 11 on a contract to perform the work. Public Works expects the work to start in July and take 45 working days to complete the project, ending in October. Once work begins, traffic may be mildly disrupted.

Stormwater Discharge Improvements Planned for Redondo Beach

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Don Knabe announced plans to contract for construction of flood control improvements in the Cities of Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach. Improvements will include construction of a device to divert low water flows in the existing storm drain along Herondo Street between Monterey Boulevard and Valley Drive, a sediment separation device, a reinforced concrete sump with pumps, discharge pipes, and supporting structures.

This project is part of the County’s extensive stormwater program and will provide improved water pollution control by diverting non-storm runoff to a sewage treatment plant.

The County Department of Public Works will open bids May 11 on a contract to perform the work. Public Works expects the work to start in July and take 45 working days to complete the project, ending in October. Once work begins, traffic may be mildly disrupted.

Streets To Be Slurry Sealed In Whittier

Chairman of the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors Don Knabe announced plans to slurry seal various County streets in the vicinity of Whittier. Slurry seal is a mixture of asphalt and sand applied to existing pavement to seal minor cracks and extend the life of the roadway. This project is part of Public Works’ ongoing construction and maintenance program to improve highway facilities for the traveling public.

The County Department of Public Works will open bids May 11 on a contract to perform the work.

Work is expected to take 50 working days, with an estimated start in August and completion in October. Once work begins, project streets with four traffic lanes may be reduced to two traffic lanes, one lane for each direction and a left-turn lane where existing, during daylight working hours. All other project streets may be reduced to one traffic lane for both directions, controlled by flaggers, during daylight working hours. Local access will be maintained at all times.