City Adopts Balanced Budget
The La Mirada City Council adopted a balanced budget for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year at its June 24 City Council meeting. The adopted budget maintains the City’s commitment to sound fiscal management while continuing to fund essential services and infrastructure improvements.
General Fund revenues are projected at $53.95 million, with expenditures set at $49.39 million, resulting in an operational surplus of approximately $4.56 million. Public Safety remains the City’s highest priority, with more than $13 million allocated to support law enforcement services, traffic safety, emergency preparedness, and public safety volunteer programs.
The Public Works Department will receive more than $9 million to maintain the City’s streets, parks, sidewalks, and public buildings. The adopted budget also includes $27.44 million in capital improvement funding for projects including the Telegraph Road and Valley View Avenue pavement rehabilitation projects, Behringer Park turf renovation, and upgrades to traffic signals and medians, among others.
The remaining budget includes funding for Community Development, Administration, a wide range of recreation, cultural, and enrichment programs offered through Community Services and a vibrant upcoming season at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.
“The adopted budget continues the City’s practice of prudent fiscal stewardship,” says City Manager Jeff Boynton. “Operations are funded appropriately with additional resources set aside for capital improvements and future needs.”
To read the full Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget report, visit the City of La Mirada’s website at cityoflamirada.org. For additional information, contact La Mirada City Hall at (562) 943-0131.
Parks and Recreation Month
July is Parks and Recreation Month and It’s time to play, splash, dance, read, and celebrate!
From concerts and movie nights to chalk art, family campouts, and so much more, there’s something happening almost every day in La Mirada. Whether you’re a park regular or just discovering your favorites, this month is packed with fun for all ages.
Check out the full calendar of events below and don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate everything that makes La Mirada parks so special!
Movita Juice Bar Set to Open
Movita Juice Bar, a nationwide chain, is opening their La Mirada location on Saturday July 12 at 15074 Rosecrans Avenue in the La Mirada Theatre Center.
“A juice bar concept that offers a full array of healthy options like: fresh raw juices, smoothies, açai bowls, functional beverages, and nutritional supplements; a socially responsible company that uses fresh fruits and veggies, high-quality ingredients, eco-friendly materials, and is always current on the latest trends for healthy lifestyles,” according to their website.
Behringer Park Turf Renovation Underway
The Behringer Park turf renovation has begun and will bring several enhancements to the park’s athletic fields.
The existing turf will be removed and replaced with with a more consistent , high-quality natural turf. In addition, the irrigation system will be upgraded to improve water efficiency and grading and drainage improvements will be made to address existing drainage issues.
This should help alleviate the closures that have plagued the park the past decade-frustrating many youth sports parents.
The park is anticipated to be open by early 2026. For more information you can call Public Works at (562) 902-2385.
