‘L.A.’ Taken, So City Offers ‘Los Al’ Decals
In an effort to promote pride in the city, officials here are selling “Los Al” bumper stickers.
The $2 oval decals have black and silver shimmery lettering on a white background.
The hometown bumper sticker fad began with Huntington Beach’s “HB” in 1992. Now, hundreds of thousands of cars bear similar stickers boasting towns such as SA (Santa Ana) and WH (West Hollywood).
Los Alamitos Mayor Alice Jempsa said the idea of selling Los Al stickers came from the city staff, which wanted “to do something to promote civic pride.”
She said the city, with a population of about 12,000, has much to brag about. It is home to the Armed Forces Reserve Center, where presidents land when they come to the area, and the Orange County High School of the Arts and several prominent businesses.
“It’s really a very special community,” Jempsa said. “I really think I’m fortunate to live here.”
Residents are encouraged to buy the decals at City Hall, 3191 Katella Ave.
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