City of Bellflower Launches New “My Bellflower” Mobile App

Bellflower residents now have a faster and easier way to connect with city services. The City of Bellflower has launched its new My Bellflower mobile app, giving community members a convenient all-in-one platform to access information and request services from their phones. 

Meet The BEAST Team:

A Collaborative Approach to Community Safety

The City of Bellflower is proud to spotlight the City’s brand-new Bellflower Enforcement and Safety Team (BEAST), a focused group of public safety, maintenance and community services personnel dedicated to supporting community safety and beautification while connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with essential services.

The BEAST team is composed of one public safety officer, two public works maintenance workers and two sheriff’s deputies who work collaboratively to continue the City’s outreach efforts while improving our ability to uphold community standards and expectations for public spaces. The goal of the BEAST team is to provide consistent enforcement and clean-up of encampment areas in public spaces and connect the individuals in these areas to available services like the Bellflower New Hope shelter – Bellflower’s 50 bed temporary supportive shelter. 

Celebrating Bellflower’s 2025 Employee Spotlights

Each month, the City of Bellflower proudly recognizes team members who exemplify dedication, leadership and a commitment to public service. As part of the City’s ongoing focus on Goal #3 — Investing in a High-Performing and Efficient Team at City Hall — we’re celebrating the standout employees highlighted throughout 2025.

Christmas Tree Recycling

The holiday season is a time for joy, family and celebration – but it also tends to create extra waste. The City of Bellflower, in partnership with CR&R Environmental Services, encourages residents to recycle their Christmas trees and holiday organics to help reduce environmental impact.

Christmas Tree Recycling Guidelines

CR&R will be collecting Christmas trees through January 10. To prepare your tree for recycling:

• Remove all decorations, lights, ornaments, tinsel and flocking.
• Trees with artificial snow or paint cannot be composted.
• Trees under 6 ft: Place the tree inside your organics cart.
• Trees over 6 ft: Cut the tree in half and place it at the curb on your regular collection day.

Holiday Season Wrap-Up: Please Remove Exterior Lights

As we wrap up another festive and colorful holiday season in Bellflower, we would like to remind residents to remove exterior holiday lights by Jan. 31, 2026 once the season has concluded. Thank you for doing your part to keep Bellflower bright, safe and energy-efficient year-round.

Discover What’s New with the Bellflower City Life Magazine

The City of Bellflower is excited to share the release of the Bellflower City Life magazine, a quarterly publication that highlights City news along with Parks and Recreation program information in one convenient guide. 

The Oak Center Enters Wood Framing Phase

Construction continues to make exciting progress at The Oak Center, which has officially entered the wood-framing phase. Since breaking ground on May 1, crews have completed underground utilities, poured the mat slab and installed the CMU block walls, marking several major milestones in the project. 

Nominations Now Open for the 2026 BRAVO Award!

Do you know someone who has demonstrated exceptional public service or heroic actions in Bellflower this year? The City is now accepting nominations for the 2026 BRAVO Award (Bellflower Recognizes Acts of Valor & Outstanding Service), which recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to strengthen and protect our community. 

Residents, Sheriff and Fire Department personnel, medical and security professionals are all eligible for nomination. Nominations are open through Jan. 19, 2026. Recipients will be honored at a special ceremony on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Bellflower Symphony Association Presents its Winter Concert

Enjoy a festive night of winter favorites from the Bellflower Symphony Association on Saturday, Jan. 31. The event begins at 7 p.m. at the William & Jane Bristol Civic Auditorium,16600 Civic Center Dr. Admission is free!

Free Employment Services Workshop for Bellflower Small Businesses



Calling all Bellflower small businesses! You're invited to attend a FREE employment services workshop hosted by the Southeast Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board (SELACO WDB) on Thursday, Jan. 15, at 4 p.m. at Bellflower City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Drive. 

Pawty Little Things Receives Economic Development

Team Visit

Pawty Little Things owner Jessica O’Neal brings her love for dogs to life through her boutique shop, which offers stylish clothing and accessories for dogs of all breeds. Welcoming animal lovers from across Bellflower, the shop invites pet parents to stop by with their fur companions to try on cozy winter apparel.

Economic Development Team Visits Hambone’s BBQ Smokehouse

Hambone's BBQ Smokehouse has been smoking busy this holiday season, smoking up mouthwatering meats and catering festive gatherings throughout the Bellflower community.

Owner Keenan Handy stays hands-on, focusing on both exceptional food and the day-to-day operations that keep the business thriving.

Bellflower Recognizes Entrepreneurial Program Graduates

The City of Bellflower proudly congratulates it’s 22 graduates from Asociación de Emprendedor@s, who recently celebrated the completion the free entrepreneurial program at the Bristol Civic Auditorium at Bellflower City Hall.

Designed for Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs, business owners and Bellflower residents, the eight-week program guides participants through essential skills needed to start, fund and grow a business.

Free Fair Housing Workshop to Educate Residents on Their Housing Rights & Responsibilities



The City of Bellflower, in partnership with the Fair Housing Foundation (FHF), invites residents to attend a free Fair Housing Workshop on Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 2 to 4 p.m., in the Green Room at Bellflower City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Dr.

Safely Recycle Electronics at Bellflower e-Waste Event



Bellflower residents are invited to safely dispose of old electronics at the upcoming e-Waste recycling event on Jan. 17-18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Woodruff Elementary, 15332 Eucalyptus Ave. The event provides a convenient opportunity to recycle electronics that have reached the end of their useful life, whether they are working or not.

Chamber of Commerce Events

Monthly Morning Mingle

Tuesday, Jan. 27, 9-10 a.m.

Chamber Office Conference Room, 16730 Bellflower Blvd.

Start your day with great conversations, coffee, pastries, a raffle and new connections with Bellflower businesses.

Shake ‘Hen Buns Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, Jan. 29, 4 p.m. 

16537 Bellflower Blvd., Suite A, Bellflower

Help us welcome this new American restaurant to the City of Bellflower!

Order Now: 2026 Labor Law Poster

16730 Bellflower Blvd.

Ensure your California employees know their workplace rights. Pick up your laminated poster in English or a Spanish/English combo. Key laws for 2026 include minimum wage updates, pay equity, AI transparency and more. Order now while supplies last.

Brakensiek Library Events

Children’s STEM Program: PeeWee Pyrotechnics

Wednesday, Jan. 14, 4-4:45 p.m.

Learn the math behind safely launching fireworks, then create a pompom “firework” shooter. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Adult Conversation Club

Saturday, Jan. 24, 2-3 p.m.

Join us for Conversation Club to practice your English by conversing with other English learners about a variety of topics. For ages 18+

Family Storytime - Winter

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 4-5 p.m.

Learn about winter celebrations around with world, then create your own winter-themed art to take home. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.