September 26, 2021
UPDATES & NEWS FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
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Tuesday, September 28, 5:00pm
NWSPNC Community Issues Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 30, 6:00pm
NWSPNC Port Committee Meeting
Friday, October 1, 8:00am
NWSPNC Bylaws & Elections Committee Meeting
Monday, October 4, 6:00pm
NWSPNC Executive Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 5, 5:30pm
NWSPNC Youth & Outreach Committee Meeting
Agendas for these meetings will be posted on the
Check our website for other upcoming meetings of interest including the Caltrans Info Session on the Bicycle Pedestrian Improvement Project (Re: Western Ave.) and the NC Sustainability Alliance's Cool Block Café Meetings)
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Mayor's Youth Council - Deadline Extended to Oct. 1st |
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The Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC) application for the 2021-2022 program is now available. The Mayor’s Office is looking for passionate high school students from each region in LA interested in civic engagement to join the 2021-2022 MYC class. Please find additional information and the application on the program's website here. New Deadline to apply: Oct. 1, 2021
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Metro Board approves fareless plan for K-14 students and easier access to discounted fares for many riders |
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The Metro Board of Directors approved going forward with the first phase of Metro’s fareless plan. Phase 1 offers fareless transit to K-12 and community college students in schools or districts that partner with Metro. There is certainly strong interest. In August, Metro tested fareless transit with six schools and districts, distributing more than 5600 test TAP cards to students. READ MORE
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Western Ave Bicycle Pedestrian Improvement Project Meeting Sept. 30th |
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COVID-19 RENT RELIEF RESOURCE FAIR
100% FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY
REGISTER ON THE SPOT!
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Behind on your rent and utilities?
Join us next at the COVID-19 Rent Relief Resource Fair
Tuesday, September 28th
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
(First Come-First Serve)
Bring the required information below, and meet with a specialist, who will get you registered on the spot! See flyer below.
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If you can't attend the Resource Fair, get assistance through the contact information Below |
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The City of Los Angeles is partnering with the State of California to allow Angelenos to access additional state and federal rental assistance funds. Under a new framework, the State will be responsible for processing applications and distributing relief funds for Angelenos. Eligible LA renters and landlords can apply for emergency assistance at HousingIsKey.com or by calling 833-430-2122. Additional information is also available at HCIDLA.lacity.org.
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Redistricting: Time to Make Your Voice Heard |
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Every ten years, following the results of the census, Los Angeles modifies the shape of its city council districts to maintain their balance. Right now, crucial decisions are being made about how representation works in Los Angeles, and it is time to weigh in. New draft maps have been released, and they will be discussed this week and throughout October before being presented to City Council, which must accept new boundaries by December. Here is exactly what happens between now and then:
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This Monday, September 27, the Redistricting Commission will meet to discuss the existing draft maps and the feedback they've received on them.
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This Thursday, September 30, the Commission will meet to adopt a draft map.
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On October 6, 9, 13, and 16, the Commission will present the draft map.
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On October 21, the Commission will adopt the final map.
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Finally, on October 28, the Commission will adopt its final report.
The current map drafts under consideration by the Redistricting Commission are available here.
You can weigh in on the maps by giving comment at the meetings this Monday and Thursday (here's the meeting schedule page), or by submitting written comment directly to the Commission here.
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Reimagining Public Safety: Mental Health Response |
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In order to improve public safety and emergency response to people experiencing mental health episodes, the City is piloting a new program that will deploy teams of trained mental health staffers to mental health emergencies.
Under the program, specialized teams comprised of a Clinical Driver, a Peer Support Specialist, and a Licensed Psychiatric Technician that will be on call 24/7. These teams will operate out of LAFD stations.
The type of program was a key element of the “reimagining public safety” discussions that followed the murder of George Floyd. Mental health experts and law enforcement officials agreed the first response to a mental health crisis should be people with specific training and an ability to de-escalate situations.
More details on the program and its launch date coming soon.
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Can the Trash! Clean Beach Poster Contest Teaches Kids That Every Day Is Coastal Cleanup Day
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Educational campaign reminds residents that
“ocean pollution begins at home.”
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Help pick the next LAUSD Superintendent |
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The stakes couldn’t be higher: the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education is picking a Superintendent—and needs your help. Fill out the survey below. It’s free, safe and completely private. Your voice matters to us!
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Cool Blocks LA Meetings Continue |
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The Neighborhood Council Sustainability Alliance is partnering with the Climate Emergency Mobilization Office to bring Cool Blocks to LA and to bring people together to create the neighborhoods we want to live in.
Cool Blocks LA uses a proven neighbor-to-neighbor model that has helped thousands of people make their neighborhoods safer and healthier, prepare for disasters, save money, and lighten their environmental impact.
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Quilt Block Workshops
We Are Home: A Community Quilt ProjectJoin us on Sunday, October 10th at Angels Gate Cultural Center for a 2-hour workshop making your own quilt block for We Are Home: A Community Quilt Project.
Led by SoLA (South LA Contemporary Gallery), participants will be provided with fabric, thread, and basic quilting supplies to make 12 x 12 inch quilt blocks with the theme of Home. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own materials, memorabilia, tools, etc., to personalize their creation.
Participants will be asked to donate their block to the project. Donated blocks will be assembled into a quilt temporarily on display at The Center. Quilt blocks will be auctioned in December, with proceeds benefiting homeless serving organizations.
Available workshop times Sunday, October 10th:
Morning session 10am - 12pm
Afternoon session 1pm - 3pm
This is an all-ages, free community event. Children must be accompanied by an adult. COVID-19 safety protocols will be enforced, including mandatory mask-wearing and health screening upon check-in. REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE
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Fun On-Line Events from the LA Library |
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Continue to support local San Pedro businesses!
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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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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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Disclaimer: Acknowledgement of any entity or person(s) on this website does not constitute the neighborhood council’s support or endorsement of it or its products or services. |
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