No dipping allowed at San Pedro's new fountain
After spending more than $14 million to build an elaborate fountain with synchronized lights and music, the Port of Los Angeles apparently forgot to include one thing: "No swimming" signs. To the surprise and concern of harbor officials, many San Pedro residents have begun taking dips in the new fountain at First Street and Harbor Boulevard that is part of a waterfront improvement project, reports the Daily Breeze.
Kids (and reportedly a few adults and one dog) have been making use of the pond to find relief from the heat. Some have been spotted bringing beach towels along as they make a special trip to the pond.
Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Geraldine Knatz said she wanted to put a fence around the fountain to prevent any mishaps. Instead, the port installed some last minute "No swimming" signs to keep bathers at bay.
The fountain and its choreographed light and music shows won't be officially dedicated until July 25. If you can't make it, then watch a YouTube video posted by a fountain fan as the attraction sprays water back and forth in tune to the song "Theme From 'A Summer Place'."
-- Jesus Sanchez
They spent how much on a water fountain and we are in a drought? LA Residence, why do you let your politians rip you off? The fountain will not be used for more than 10years. Do the math, $14,000,000 / 10 = $1.4 million per year. Why not spend that money on a pool to let the kids play???
Posted by: WASTEDMONEY | July 07, 2008 at 12:28 PM
Geraldine Knatz needs to have a fence put around her wallet. 14 million dollars could have renovated downtown San Pedro so that people would actually come to San Pedro on purpose.
Posted by: San Pedro Slum | July 13, 2008 at 01:41 AM
14 million for a fountain no body asked for, and they hire an Ex-Mall cop to ride around 24hours a day, 365 days a year, on a $10,000.00 "Special built" scooter cart, to tell people "Keep out of the water". And now, He tells People that they "Are not allowed to feed the birds in the area."
Last week all but 3 Trolly workers were laid off because of lack of planning by the city,and payroll cuts.
I was born in San Pedro, I worked at Todd Pac. Ship Yard, I've always enjoyed the area- But with all this, I'll NEVER GO BACK!
Posted by: John Barnett | March 14, 2009 at 04:46 PM