07 May 2025

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It’s illegal to feed wildlife

It’s illegal to feed wildlife


CRIME Feeding wildlife is illegal in California. Section 251.1 of the California Fish and Game Code states that feeding a wild animal can be considered animal harassment. People can be fined up to $1,000 for feeding a squirrel in California. Feeding wildlife can not only cause issues with bringing unwanted wildlife and stray animals into residential communities, doing so is illegal in

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LW’s water bill could double over next . ve years

LW’s water bill could double over next . ve years


WATER RATE HIKE by Emma DiMaggio Communications Manager The Seal Beach City Council is considering water and sewer rate increases that could double Leisure World residents’ monthly water bills over the next five years. On April 28, the Seal Beach City Council held a second study session to delve into issues related to the city’s failing water and sewer systems. Both systems are

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LW Library’s author series begins May 9 with NYT bestseller

LW Library’s author series begins May 9 with NYT bestseller


AUTHORSPEAK SERIES The LW Library is excited to announce its upcoming slate of authors who will be visiting Leisure World to speak with interested readers. From May to October, the library will host five different authors. The first event featuring Christopher Reich will be held Friday, May 9, in Clubhouse 4 at 11 a.m. Reich, a New York Times bestselling author, has penned more than a dozen

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May Day Protest at the Globe

May Day Protest at the Globe


On May 1, about 70 residents gathered with protest signs and enthusiasm to participate in a May Day protest at the Main Gate. May Day, otherwise known as International Workers’ Day or Labor Day, is celebrated across the globe. Its purpose is to commemorate the Haymarket Affair, a series of events that led to violent conflict between police and protesters striking for an eight-hour workday in Chicago.

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Commonly Asked Questions About Annual Meetings and Elections

Commonly Asked Questions About Annual Meetings and Elections


by Ripa Barua Elections Specialist The 2025 annual meeting season begins Thursday, May 15. The fever-pitch of activity will continue for the next six weeks as all 16 Mutuals and the Golden Rain Foundation (GRF) host their annual meetings. Following are the most asked questions and answers about this time of the year. What is an annual meeting, and how is it different from a regular board meeting?

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Hazardous Waste and   E-waste Disposal

Hazardous Waste and E-waste Disposal


Leftover household products such as paints, cleaners, oils, batteries and pesticides that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients are considered household hazardous waste, and require special disposal. Illegal disposal of hazardous waste significantly impacts air quality by releasing harmful pollutants, including toxic fumes, particles and greenhouse gases. These pollutants

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