The new year brings new laws. Read on for information about new rules affecting parking, insurance, protections against artificial intelligence, workplace safety and new official state symbols. Assembly Bill 413: No Parking Here Commonly known as a “Daylighting Law,” AB 413 took effect across California Jan. 1. It bans drivers from parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk to make intersections

NEW PODCAST IS HERE The Golden Rain Foundation launched its first-ever podcast, LW Direct, today, Jan. 9, on all major podcast platforms. Each episode will explore key topics related to Leisure World and the Golden Rain Foundation, such as the reserve study, community governance, the resident and gate portals, and more. Executive Director Jessica Sedgwick and Executive Manager of Mutual

SALVATION ARMY Once again, the Salvation Army donation trucks will be stationed at the Community Gardens on Jan.11 from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. to accept Leisure World donations in support of its adult rehabilitation centers in Southern California. The GRF is sponsoring the event in an effort to provide a convenient outlet for shareholders to divest themselves of excess furniture and household

GRF RECREATION Tickets are now on sale for the popular GRF Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance to be held on Feb. 14. The romantic, not-for-couples- only evening will begin at 6 p.m. in Clubhouse 2 with a sumptuous dinner of lemon herb chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, steamed vegetable medley, Sonoma salad, and chocolate mousse for dessert, catered by Country Gardens Caterers. This year,