September 3, 2022
UPDATES FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
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NWSPNC Upcoming Meetings via Zoom |
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Executive Committee Special Meeting
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 @ 6:00pm
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
Wednesday, September 7, 2022 @ 5:30pm
Joint Environment & Sustainability Committee Meeting with Central San Pedro and Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Councils
Thursday, September 8, 2022 @ 6:00pm
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READ THE CITY OF LA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT ADVISORY HERE
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A massive heat wave has hit Los Angeles and high temperatures can be expected through early next week. If you are in need of a cooling center to find relief from the heat, please review nearby centers from the list below or visit the County's website and use the interactive map to find the closest center. You can also call 2-1-1. LEARN MORE
Cooling Centers in the Harbor Area:
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- Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library - 24000 S. Western Harbor City 90710
- Wilmington Branch Library - 1300 N. Avalon Boulevard, Wilmington 90744
- San Pedro Regional Library - 931 S. Gaffey St. San Pedro 90731
- San Pedro Service Center - 739 W. Third St. San Pedro 90731
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Heat Wave & Energy Shortages |
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In response to the current heat wave and potential related energy shortages, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an emergency proclamation that will allow the use of backup generators and similar backup power sources to reduce the strain on California’s electrical grid during peak times of the energy emergency. The proclamation suspends air quality requirements for power plants and also allows them to increase energy production to assist with current needs, and allows at berth ships to operate auxiliary engines. The proclamation, which remains in effect until midnight on September 7, 2022, can be found here.
Permitted facilities are required to notify the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD), as well as the California Air Resources Board and the California Energy Commission, within 48 hours if their operations will result in exceedance of permit requirements. To notify South Coast AQMD of any permit exceedances, please send an email to EmergencyRelief@aqmd.gov.
South Coast AQMD supports efforts to reduce energy use and encourages businesses and individuals alike to do their part, including:
- Set thermostats to 78° or higher between 3 and 10 p.m.
- Refrain from using major appliances between 3 and 10 p.m.
- Turn off unnecessary lights and use energy efficient lamps when needed.
- Keep windows and doors closed to prevent the loss of cooled air.
- Charge electric cars after 9 p.m.
If you have any other questions about the process or the Governor’s orders, please contact Terrence Mann, Deputy Executive Officer for Compliance & Enforcement at 909-396-3023 or by email tmann@aqmd.gov.
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Caltrans Western Ave Bicycle Pedestrian Improvement Project Presentation Sept 6 |
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On September 6, 2022, Caltrans will give a presentation to the City Council on the Bicycle Pedestrian Improvement Project along Western Avenue.
This Caltrans project includes upgrading existing curb ramps to ADA standards and adding bike lanes along Western Avenue from 25th Street in San Pedro, to Carson Street in Torrance. This route traverses the cities of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, Lomita, and Torrance.
The hybrid in-person/virtual meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in McTaggart Hall at Fred Hesse Jr. Community Park and via Zoom. The meeting will be live-streamed on the City website and televised on RPVtv Cox 33/Frontier FiOS 38.
A staff report (PDF) for this topic is available on the City website. Please submit your comments to the City Council in advance of the meeting by emailing them to cc@rpvca.gov. If you would like to provide comments during the meeting or leave a pre-recorded voice message, please complete a form at rpvca.gov/participate.
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Find Your Inner Farmer at the Christensen Science Center |
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Job Opportunities with the Los Angeles
Department of Water and Power (LADWP)
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Please note that the application due date is Thursday, September 15, 2022.
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Making L.A. Climate Resilient |
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Learn About the Proposed Oil
& Gas Drilling Ordinance
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Los Angeles City Planning released a draft ordinance that would prohibit new oil and gas extraction, phase out existing extraction operations, and protect the public from the range of risks and hazards associated with oil and gas extraction. LEARN MORE HERE
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Phase One Planning Work Gets Underway for Micromobility Lane Network
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Celebrate Labor Day Weekend
By Bringing Home a Furry Friend
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Los Angeles, September 2, 2022 – Start your Labor Day weekend with a new furry friend as LA Animal Services offers discounted adoption fees on Saturday, September 3 and Sunday, September 4. Adoption fees for dogs will be $51 (not including $20 license) and $75 for puppies. The adoption fees for cats and kittens will be waived thanks to a generous grant from the ASPCA.
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For the latest information on Covid-19 visit the City Controller's website here.
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Help the City Help Our Neighborhood |
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Use the MyLA311 app to report potholes, graffiti and street light problems!
City information and services are just a few taps away. Use the app to quickly and easily request the City's most popular services, including graffiti removal, pothole repair, and bulky-item pickup. Other features include access to the City Services knowledge base, map of nearby City facilities, City Social Media feeds, and more. https://www.lacity.org/myla311
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This is a friendly reminder that if you are reporting a crime or need police response to please call 9-1-1 for emergencies and
1-877-275-5273 for non-emergencies.
LAPD social media accounts are not regularly monitored & should not be used to report public safety issues.
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People nationwide who are experiencing a mental health crisis and in need of immediate help will be able to dial or text 988 and receive assistance through the new Suicide and Crisis Lifeline number. As the lead agency in developing a seamless roll out of 988, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) has been preparing for this launch for more than a year to ensure operational logistics and response teams are in place to enable Los Angeles County community members to call 988 and receive immediate help during a mental health crisis. |
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Disclaimer: Acknowledgement of any entity or person(s) on this email newsletter does not constitute the neighborhood council’s support or endorsement of it or its products or services. |
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