Paramount reviews six‑month drone pilot and asks staff for more data City staff reported a six‑month review of a civilian drone pilot used to monitor street racing; the review found limited added value in Paramount, cited weather and operational limits, and estimated a higher annual cost if continued. Council asked for more data and possible summer testing.

The Paramount City Council is re-evaluating a costly drone program aimed at curbing street racing, revealing operational challenges and mixed results.

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Paramount Unified outlines IB candidacy for Odyssey and a multi-year reunification at Paramount High Superintendent Dr. Joshua Lytle told chamber attendees that Odyssey STEM Academy is in candidacy for the International Baccalaureate program and described a four-phase, multiyear Paramount High School reunification project that aims to re-locate ninth graders and add athletic and classroom facilities by 2027'031.

Paramount Unified School District is on the cutting edge with plans for an International Baccalaureate program at Odyssey STEM Academy and a bold multi-phase revitalization of Paramount High School!

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Paramount leaders outline housing, public-safety and plaza projects in State of the City update Mayor Peggy Lemons and City Manager John Moreno told a business luncheon that Paramount will pursue housing growth while protecting local planning, invest in a Hay Tree Public Market and Civic Center upgrades, and cite crime and street-racing reductions tied to targeted enforcement and new technology tools.

Paramount is set to transform its community with new public spaces, responsible housing growth, and cutting-edge technology, all while prioritizing safety and local character.

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Paramount council introduces updated development‑impact fees, exempts most single‑family additions Council introduced an ordinance updating development impact fees (parks, storm drain, water; new transportation, public‑safety and commercial‑linkage fees) and unanimously amended the draft to exempt typical additions to existing single‑family homes from the new fees.

The Paramount City Council is shaking things up with new development impact fees aimed at funding future infrastructure, while sparing most single-family home additions from extra costs.

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Paramount reports 10% drop in overall Part I crimes in 2025, but violent incidents rose Sheriff's representatives told the council that overall Part I crimes fell 10% in 2025, but crimes against persons rose 17%, with homicides increasing to three; staff described pilot programs such as FAST Deputy and a CARFAX Driver Exchange to improve response and efficiency.

Paramount's 2025 crime report reveals a surprising 10% drop in overall Part I crimes, yet alarming increases in violent incidents, including a rise in homicides and aggravated assaults.

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Paramount officials disclose Cr6 spike in air samples, press South Coast AQMD for follow-up City staff and consultants reported a large spike of hexavalent chromium on Jan. 26 but said it did not meet AQMD’s three‑consecutive‑sample threshold; AQMD has issued Notices of Violation to some sites and an investigation remains open.

Paramount officials are raising alarms after air monitors detected a shocking spike of hexavalent chromium, prompting urgent investigations into local industrial sites.

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Paramount posts unmodified audit but finance director flags rising liabilities The city's finance director reported an unmodified audit opinion for fiscal year ending 06/30/2025 and a near-$2 million one-time surplus, while warning of long-term pressures from pension, retiree health liabilities and water-fund constraints.

Paramount celebrated a clean audit and a $2 million surplus, but looming financial challenges could spell trouble for the future.

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Paramount planners warn SB 79 could override local zoning near planned stations Planning staff told the city council that Senate Bill 79 (SB 79) allows state-defined transit station areas to be built at densities and heights well above current local zoning, and they outlined limited options to defer applicability while staff prepares ordinance language and awaits regional maps.

Paramount's planning staff warns that Senate Bill 79 could drastically reshape local zoning, allowing towering buildings and high-density developments around new transit stations.

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Paramount staff to introduce ordinance to prohibit short‑term rentals; council sets Jan. 13 adoption hearing Planning staff returned with an ordinance (12‑11) to more explicitly prohibit short‑term rentals citywide in residential zones and certain nonconforming properties; council introduced the ordinance and placed it on the Jan. 13 agenda for adoption.

The Paramount council is set to ban short-term rentals like Airbnbs in residential zones, following community support and regional trends.

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LA County Sanitation Districts to seek modest wastewater rate increase; Paramount homeowners would pay about $2.75–$2.92 monthly An LACSD official told Paramount council the districts propose a five‑year wastewater rate increase averaging under $3 per month for a typical household to restore reserves, cover 20% higher operating costs and begin design of additional treatment; Proposition 218 notices and public hearings are planned.

Paramount homeowners may face an average increase of just under $3 a month for enhanced wastewater services, but what does this mean for your community's future?

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Paramount City Council honors Black Student Union with proclamation for Black History Month Council recognizes Paramount High School's Black Student Union during February meeting.

The Paramount City Council celebrated Black History Month by honoring the Black Student Union for their impactful contributions to diversity and inclusivity in the community.

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Local mayor honors student as honorary mayor for the day Student expresses gratitude after being appointed honorary mayor for the day.

A young resident of Paramount took the reins as "Mayor for a Day," celebrating civic engagement and inspiring the community with a heartfelt thank you to the city's leaders.

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