City of Lawndale Community Services Department
Provides a variety of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of the community. The following are some of the programs and events put together by Community Services :

Office Hours

Monday through Thursday 7:00am - 6:00pm
Closed on Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Closed on City Observed Holidays

 

Community Services Staff

Mike Estes, Community Services Director - (310) 973-3272
Sabina Almeida , Community Services Supervisor - (310) 973-3271
Jose Serrano , Acting Recreation Coordinator - (310) 973-3277

Kari Conley , Community Services Coordinator - (310) 973-3283
Reshonda Everage, Transit Operator - (310) 973-3287

DESCRIPTION
The mission of the Community Services division is to promote quality programs that strive to meet the diverse needs of the community, while advocating a positive environment, the development of character, and physical and mental wellness, to improve the quality of life. The services provided allow community members to participate in a safe and friendly environment with a balance of recreation, social activities and human services.

TYPICAL TASKS
Promote the sense of community through the administration of community wide events including the: Halloween Haunt, State of the City/Mayor's Breakfast, Angel Tree Lighting Ceremony, Volunteer/Sponsor Recognition, Youth in Government Day, Youth Day Parade, Memorial Day Breakfast, and Tiny Tot Graduation. Administer departmental contracts and services: Fixed-route transit, MAX Commuter, and Special Transit services. Seek and administer grants and funding opportunities, including sponsorships of City programs and events. Operate the McKenzie Gardens.

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