City of Whittier
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13230 Penn Street
Whittier
, CA
, 90602
Phone:
562-567-9999
33° 58' 29.6724" N, 118° 1' 59.9124" W
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Whittier is a city in Southern California located within Los Angeles County, California. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city had a population of 85,331, reflecting an increase of 1,631 from the 83,680 counted in the 2000 Census, and encompasses 14.7 square miles (38.0 km2). Like nearby Montebello, the city constitutes part of the Gateway Cities. Whittier was incorporated in February 1898 and became a charter city in 1955.[7] The city is named for the poet John Greenleaf Whittier and is home to Whittier College.
The City is constantly changing its services and programs to keep up with trends and current issues. To achieve this, the Recreation Division is continuously developing new programming for youth in art, dance, special interests and sports programs. Enhanced adult programs include art, special interest classes, workshops and fitness. The Recreation Division is under the direction of Virginia Santana, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services.
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