City of West Covina Government

City of West Covina Government Council Meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

The City of West Covina was incorporated in 1923 to prevent the City of Covina from establishing a sewage farm within the current city boundaries. The 507 residents of the area banded together to maintain local control of their land. Walnut and orange groves continued to flourish during the following decades. The City of West Covina began the second-half of the 20th century with exciting new devel

opments and projects. The City Hall and Police facility were built in 1969 as an example of a Joint Powers Authority in the County of Los Angeles. The Civic Center Joint Powers Authority, consisting of the County of Los Angeles and the City of West Covina, also completed a three-level parking structure in the Civic Center complex. The Civic Center complex includes the Los Angeles County Regional Library, the West Covina Courthouse (formerly Citrus Municipal Court) and the City Hall offices. Incorporated February 17, 1923
16.04 square miles
Population: 110,212
Average rainfall: 22 inches
Elevation above sea level: 362 feet
Area devoted to recreation: Approximately 181 acres
Seventeen Public Elementary Schools and Three Public High Schools
City Flower: Lilly of the Nile (agapanthus)
City Tree: Diamond Leaf Pittospourus
First Mayor: Benjamin F. Maxson - February 1923 to April 1928

✨ 2026 STATE OF THE CITY & EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION ✨ An evening dedicated to celebrating community, recognizing excellence,...
09/04/2026

✨ 2026 STATE OF THE CITY & EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION ✨

An evening dedicated to celebrating community, recognizing excellence, and creating opportunity.

Join City of West Covina Mayor Letty Lopez-Viado for the 2026 State of the City & Employee Recognition as we come together to reflect on our community’s accomplishments, recognize the dedicated employees who help move our City forward, and celebrate the people, partnerships, and possibilities shaping West Covina’s future.

🥂 Cocktail Social & Check-In: 5:30 PM
✨ Program Begins: 6 PM
📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
📍 West Covina Sportsplex | 2100 S. Azusa Ave., West Covina
👔 Business Formal Attire
🎟️ Pre-Sale: $65 | At the Door: $75 | Table of 8: $500

We look forward to an elegant and memorable evening celebrating all that makes West Covina a community of opportunity.

RSVP: westcovinasotc2026.eventbrite.com

Due to a power outage, the Cooling Center at the Cortez Park Community and Senior Center is closing early this afternoo...
08/28/2026

Due to a power outage, the Cooling Center at the Cortez Park Community and Senior Center is closing early this afternoon. Please visit the Cooling Center at Cameron Community Center located at 1305 E. Cameron Avenue which is open until 8pm today.

✨ WEST COVINA PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD ✨ West Covina residents, it’s time to celebrate the businesses that help make our co...
08/27/2026

✨ WEST COVINA PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD ✨
 
West Covina residents, it’s time to celebrate the businesses that help make our community special! 🏆✨
 
Nominate your favorite West Covina based business for the 2026 People’s Choice Award.
 
🗳️ Nominations are open through September 7, 2026.
Simply scan the QR Code on the graphic or submit your nomination here:
https://bit.ly/wcsotcpca (https://bit.ly/wcsotcpca)
 
The winning business will receive special recognition and be invited to be honored during the City of West Covina’s 2026 State of the City & Employee Recognition Event. 🥂🏛️✨
 
Help us recognize the local businesses that serve our residents, strengthen our community, and make West Covina a great place to live, work, and shop. 🤍
 
Nominate your favorite today!

🎉 Grand Opening Celebration! 🎉Please join us in celebrating The Marrows Grand Opening! 📍 The Marrows
📅 Grand Opening: Au...
08/26/2026

🎉 Grand Opening Celebration! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating The Marrows Grand Opening!
 
📍 The Marrows
📅 Grand Opening: August 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
📍 Location: 987 S. Glendora Avenue, West Covina, CA 91790 (Inside Haven City)
 
We look forward to seeing you there!
 

🧪🌋 Science is about to get GROOVY! ✨ Join us at Innovators Club as we create our very own LAVA LAMPS! 🫧🔬 We’ll mix, expe...
08/19/2026

🧪🌋 Science is about to get GROOVY! ✨

Join us at Innovators Club as we create our very own LAVA LAMPS! 🫧🔬 We’ll mix, experiment, and discover the science behind those colorful bubbles while putting STEM into action!

✨ FREE for the first 20 participants — pre-registration required!

A special thank you to our sponsor, SPIRITT Family Centers, for helping make this program possible! 🙌

⚡ Spots fill fast, so don’t miss out!

📍 Palmview Park & Community Center
1340 E. Puente Ave.
West Covina, CA 91790

⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📞 (626) 939-1461

🌕✨ WEST COVINA MOON FESTIVAL 2026! ✨🌕 Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with culture, community, entertainment, ...
08/18/2026

🌕✨ WEST COVINA MOON FESTIVAL 2026! ✨🌕
 
Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with culture, community, entertainment, and FUN! 🎉🏮
Join us Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 1 – 9 PM in the West Covina City Hall Parking Lot for an exciting celebration with something for everyone!
 
🎤 Anything for Selena Cover Band
🦁 Traditional Lion Dancers
🎭 Cosplay Contest
🚘 Car Show
🎶 Live Entertainment & Community Performances
🍜 Delicious Food
🛍️ Unique Vendors
❤️ Community Health Fair
🎡 Family Fun Zone
✨ And so much more!
 
Bring your family, bring your friends, and come ready for good food, great energy, and nonstop excitement!
 
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 1 – 9 PM
📍 West Covina City Hall | 1444 W. Garvey Ave. South
 
🌙 Celebrate under the moon with us West Covina style! 🏮✨

🍁🏀 GET READY FOR FALL BASKETBALL! 🏀🍁A new season is right around the corner! Our Youth Basketball Fall Program is a grea...
08/18/2026

🍁🏀 GET READY FOR FALL BASKETBALL! 🏀🍁
A new season is right around the corner! Our Youth Basketball Fall Program is a great opportunity for young athletes to get on the court, sharpen their skills, learn the game, and be part of a team. From practices to game days, players will have the chance to build confidence, develop teamwork, stay active, and have fun!

📣 Registration is NOW OPEN!
🏀 ALL skill levels welcome
🔥 Don’t miss out on the action!

Program Details:
The 7-week program is $130, and practices will begin the week of September 21st. Practice schedules will vary by team and will be held either Mondays & Wednesdays or Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Mandatory Evaluations: Monday, August 31st
Location: All practices and games will take place at Cameron Community Center.

For more information, please contact the Cameron Community Center at (626)919-6966 or email: [email protected]

Grab your sneakers and get ready to hit the court. We’ll see you this fall! 🏀

✨ 2026 STATE OF THE CITY & EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION✨ An evening dedicated to celebrating community, recognizing excellence, ...
08/18/2026

✨ 2026 STATE OF THE CITY & EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION✨

An evening dedicated to celebrating community, recognizing excellence, and creating opportunity.

Join City of West Covina Mayor Letty Lopez-Viado for the 2026 State of the City & Employee Recognition as we come together to reflect on our community’s accomplishments, recognize the dedicated employees who help move our City forward, and celebrate the people, partnerships, and possibilities shaping West Covina’s future.

🥂 Cocktail Social & Check-In: 5:30 PM
✨ Program Begins: 6 PM
📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
📍 West Covina Sportsplex | 2100 S. Azusa Ave., West Covina
👔 Business Formal Attire
🎟️ Pre-Sale: $65 | At the Door: $75 | Table of 8: $500

We look forward to an elegant and memorable evening celebrating all that makes West Covina a community of opportunity.

RSVP: westcovinasotc2026.com

🎉 Grand Opening Celebration! 🎉Please join us in celebrating Grocery Outlet’s 80th Anniversary and Rebrand Grand Opening!...
08/15/2026

🎉 Grand Opening Celebration! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating Grocery Outlet’s 80th Anniversary and Rebrand Grand Opening!
Be one of the first 200 guests and receive some sweet treats.

📍 Grocery Outlet
📅 Grand Opening: August 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
📍 Location: 1528 E. Amar Road, West Covina, CA 91792

We look forward to seeing you there!

08/14/2026

🚒🚓 ONE EVENT. SO MUCH TO DO. 💥
West Covina showed up for Touch-A-Truck + National Night Out! From exploring incredible vehicles and meeting the people who serve our community to enjoying a night full of family fun, it was all about bringing our community together. 🤝✨
Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night one to remember! ❤️

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