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Whittier is located in Los Angeles County, about 12 miles southeast of the City of Los Angeles. A five Member City Council under the Council-Manager form of government directs the City.

The Whittier Peace Memorial was dedicated by the citizens of the Whittier area to the men who gave their lives in World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. The names of 157 men who were killed, …

Over 1,700 acres in the Whittier hills are preserved and offer biking and hiking trails with breathtaking views of downtown Los Angeles, Catalina Island, the Pacific Ocean and even the world famous …

The goal of this section is to provide answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about City-provided services. The Directory lists department phone numbers and is organized by topic, …

Learn about the City Council, departments, and services of Whittier, California.

To learn more about Whittier’s history, there are many good books on the subject available at the Whittier Central Library and at the Whittier Historical Society and Museum.

Over 1,700 acres in the Whittier hills are preserved and offer biking and hiking trails with breathtaking views of downtown Los Angeles, Catalina Island, the Pacific Ocean and even the world famous …

Oct 31, 2025 · The division monitors tax earnings, analyzes and plans for the redevelopment of sites, markets sites for development and provides liaison services to developers and community …

The City of Whittier hosted a virtual workshop on June 18, 2025 to provide residents with information about California’s updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) map and what it means for Whittier.