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Jul 19 2006, 12:00 AM

MULTI-AGENCY LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTION AT LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ENHANCES PUBLIC SAFETY FOR USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION

(Los Angeles, California – July 19, 2006) A multi-agency law enforcement operation conducted today at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) resulted in nine commercial ground transportation vehicles removed from service and 149 citations issued to drivers for mechanical and administrative violations.

Jul 19 2006, 12:00 AM

MEDIA ADVISORY MULTI-AGENCY LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTION AT LOS ANGELES AIRPORT ENHANCES PUBLIC SAFETY FOR USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION

WHAT:

Multi-agency inspection operation is currently underway at LAX with unannounced inspections of commercial ground transportation vehicles (limousines, taxis, vans, etc.) Inspections of commercial vehicles include both mechanical and administrative processes. Los Angeles Airport Police Ground Transportation Enforcement Unit, California Public Utilities Commission, Los Angeles Department of Transportation and Los Angeles World Airports Landside Operations are concentrating on proper licensing (PUC permits and valid drivers licenses), airport operating permits, and other law enforcement related issues. The California Highway Patrol is concentrating on braking systems, passenger restraints and other safety systems required to be in good working order.

Jun 30 2006, 12:00 AM

FOURTH OF JULY PASSENGER TRAVEL EXPECTED TO INCREASE AT LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AND ONTARIO AIRPORTS AIRPORT OFFICIALS REMIND PASSENGERS FIREWORKS ARE BANNED ON AIRCRAFT

(Los Angeles, California – June 30, 2006) Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) expects to serve more than 900,000 travelers over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Friday, June 30 through Tuesday, July 4, an increase of one percent over the holiday period last year.

Jun 28 2006, 12:00 AM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT POLICE ARREST TWO SUSPECTS AFTER ROBBERY

(Van Nuys, California – June 28, 2006) Two suspects are in police custody tonight following their arrest around 11:30 a.m. by a Los Angeles World Airports Police officer assigned to Van Nuys Airport, who was flagged down by a pedestrian reporting he had been robbed at knife point.

Jun 08 2006, 12:00 AM

MULTI-AGENCY "STING" OPERATION OF TAXICABS AT LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ENHANCES SAFETY OF TRAVELING PUBLIC

(Los Angeles, California – June 8, 2006) Nearly 500 taxicabs were inspected during a six-hour multi-agency law enforcement taxi “sting operation” conducted this morning at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Of the 477 taxicabs inspected, 54 drivers received administrative citations for mechanical and equipment violations, such as improper lights; no proof of insurance, registration or permit; no license plate; unsealed meters; no fuel cap; improper attire and unsanitary interiors. Also discovered were two "meter zapper" devices attached to taximeters and used to illegally accelerate the fare. An additional two more taxis had connector wires that could have been used for the same purpose.

Jun 02 2006, 12:00 AM

MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ACTIVATES THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

(Los Angeles, California - June 2, 2006) Demonstrating his commitment to the LAX Master Plan settlement agreement and upholding his promise to work to regionalize air traffic among Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and other Southern California airports, Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa, joined by Congresswoman Jane Harman, Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe and Los Angeles City Councilmember Bill Rosendahl, today announced plans to re-activate the Southern California Regional Airport Authority (SCRAA).

Jun 01 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS STATEMENT ON ASSEMBLY BILL 1882 ON AIRPORT POLICE CPC830.1 STATUS

(Los Angeles, California – June 1, 2006) Following is a statement from Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Executive Director Lydia H. Kennard regarding Assembly Bill 1882 that proposes change of status for Los Angeles Airport Police officers.

May 25 2006, 12:00 AM

BILL UPGRADING STATUS OF LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS POLICE APPROVED BY CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLY

SACRAMENTO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 05/25/2006 -- The California State Assembly today approved a bill sponsored by Assembly Majority Leader Dario Frommer granting additional powers and authority to Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Police. In approving the measure, the Assembly rejected arguments suggesting the upgrading of police powers would create confusion or was unnecessary.

May 24 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS NAMES JAMES T. BUTTS JR. TO NEW AIRPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT EXECUTIVE POSITION

(Los Angeles, California -- May 24, 2006) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Executive Director Lydia H. Kennard today announced the appointment of James T. Butts Jr. to the new position of Deputy Executive Director of Airport Law Enforcement & Protection Services.

May 24 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES AND ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS EXPECT BUSIEST SUMMER TRAVEL SEASON IN FIVE YEARS

(Los Angeles, California – May 24, 2006) Flights from Los Angeles International and Ontario International Airports (LAX and ONT) this summer will be full or nearly full due to growing demand for travel and a tight supply of seats. Both airports are expecting the busiest summer travel season in five years.

May 24 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS APPOINTS ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MANAGERS

(Ontario, California – May 24, 2006) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) appointed a new airport manager and assistant airport manager to oversee Ontario International Airport (ONT), effective May 29.

Jess Romo, ONT’s new manager, has over 17 years experience with the City of Los Angeles, eight of which were at LAWA as property manager at Los Angeles International, ONT and Van Nuys Airport. He has extensive experience in lease administration and property management, having worked at the Bureau of Engineering, Department of Water and Power, and General Services.

May 11 2006, 12:00 AM

LAX AIRPORT POLICE “WE RIDE FOR THOSE WHO DIED” POLICE UNITY TOUR 2006

Law Enforcement officers from all over the nation participated in the Police Unity Tour 2006. The tour consisted of over 400 officer’s riding bicycles over 300 miles from Florham NJ to Washington D.C. over a four day period, to honor all fallen officers killed in the line of duty in 2005.