September 25, 2020
UPDATES & OTHER NEWS FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
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NEXT VIRTUAL NWSPNC MEETINGS:
Executive Committee meets Oct. 5, 2020 at 5:30pm
Youth & Outreach Committee meets Oct. 6, 2020 at 6:00pm
Budget & Finance Committee meets Oct. 7, 2020 at 5:30pm
Monthly Board & Stakeholder Meeting Oct. 13, 2020 6:00pm
AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING
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Neighborhood Purpose Grants |
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Congress of Neighborhood is Tomorrow! |
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The Los Angeles Congress of Neighborhoods event unites leaders from the city’s 99 Neighborhood Councils. Held annually, the goal for this event is to help Neighborhood Council leaders obtain the tools necessary and establish the relationships they need to build a prosperous future for their communities.
This event is a unique opportunity to learn about best practices, discover what is being done to improve each neighborhood, and opens a dialogue with each other. This year the event will be held as a Virtual Event. RSVP IS REQUIRED.
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September is National Preparedness Month |
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With wildfires across the state triggering evacuations, the recent earthquake rattling us awake at night and extreme-weather incidents like the record-breaking heat wave over Labor Day weekend resulting in power outages across Southern California, we’re reminded of the importance of always being prepared for emergencies. We're working daily to strengthen our grid's resilience, and encourage you to plan and prepare for the unexpected.
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The Department of Beaches and Harbors encourages kids to celebrate Coastal Cleanup month by learning how ocean pollution begins in their neighborhood, no matter where they live. Students in Grades 3-5 can enter the poster contest by submitting artwork containing environmental messages about keeping the beaches and ocean clean. Five winners from each grade will have their artwork wrapped around beach trash barrels on some of Southern California’s most popular beaches. The deadline for entries is Jan. 10, 2021. Visit The Department of Beaches and Harbors for more information on how to enter!
When visiting our lovely L.A. County Beaches, always remember to practice social distancing, wear a mask when not in the water and can the trash to help keep our beaches clean and safe!
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Find Your Local Flu Shot Clinic |
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Beginning this October, LA County's Department of Public Health (DPH) and LA County Library will be offering free flu vaccines to those 6 months of age & older at select Library locations across the County. Flu shot clinic dates & locations for October & November 2020 are being finalized and will be announced here, once available. Health insurance will not be a requirement.
If you're thinking of getting a flu vaccine, LA County recommends calling your regular health care provider to see what other shots you may need. If you don’t have a regular provider, dial 2-1-1 (the LA County Information Line) or visit publichealth.lacounty.gov for a list of no cost or low-cost vaccine providers.
To view a recent interview with Dr. Erika Flores Uribe from the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services regarding the differences between The Flu and COVID-19, click here.
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To help children get back to school, and parents back to work, LA County will be sharing regular content on resources and support for distance learning. County students, parents, educators, child care providers, or administrators are invited to read and share what you see here to ensure we are all "learning together safely" during the COVID-19 crisis.
Wide Open Schools
Wide Open Schools helps families and educators find trusted resources to enrich and support distance learning. Every day students can access free, high-quality learning activities across subjects, all in one place. More than 75 partners and supporters have come together to meet the change in learning needs of students, teachers, and families due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Explore daily activities, videos and events for children in Pre-School, Elementary, Middle and High School. Choose from a variety of subjects - ranging from Math and English to Emotional Well-Being and Movement - to help build new skills.
Parents and teachers looking for innovative and fun new ideas to better navigate distance learning can find tips and resources through the parent and teacher portal.
Visit Wide Open Schools to explore more.
Oscar has a message for you!
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Mayor's Youth Council
The Mayor’s Youth Council is an academic year program for Los Angeles high school students to promote civic engagement and inspire the next generation of civic leaders. The Youth Council empowers members to advocate for causes relevant to Angeleno youth by giving them a voice in City Hall.
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Join the StreetsLA iGroup
The Bureau of Street Services has created the StreetsLA iGroup where stakeholders can receive updates, participate in events and provide online input into the care and maintenance of LA's streets, sidewalks and street trees. To join, go to https://streetsla.lacity.org/join-streetsla-igroup where you will be asked to fill out a few surveys before being added as a member.
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There’s one more date coming up that everybody should circle on their calendars: Election Day –– November 3, 2020.
This year’s election is more important than ever, and our job is simple: cast a ballot. The last day to register to vote and receive a Vote by Mail ballot is October 19th. If you miss that deadline, you can register and vote in-person at any Vote Center up until November 3.
And remember, there are three ways to cast your vote: you can mail in your ballot, place it in a drop box, or show up in-person from October 24th through on Election Day. Voting is our civic duty, and everyone should have their say.
Even if you think you’re registered to vote, double check your status and verify that your information is correct. To do that, and get more information on voting in Los Angeles, visit LAMayor.org/LAVotes.
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Important information on what to
do if someone steals your identity.
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Did someone use your personal information to open up a new mobile account or credit card? Or maybe buy stuff with one of your existing accounts? Or did they file for unemployment or taxes in your name? That’s identity theft. READ MORE
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Reputable Sources for Covid-19 Updates |
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For the latest information on Covid-19 from reputable sources, consider these links:
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Continue to support local San Pedro businesses! |
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