NWSPNC Upcoming Meetings via Zoom
Monday, April 25, 2022 @ 5:30PM

Tuesday, April 26, 2022 @ 5PM

Wednesday, April 27, 2022 @ 6PM

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(Agendas are posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting)
The Dangers of Street Vending
Safety Precautions Encouraged as Cases Increase
With the recent rise in COVID-19 cases, residents planning to gather should follow all safety precautions to avoid spreading COVID-19 or being part of an outbreak.
The current uptick in cases is likely due to the more easily transmitted BA.2 subvariant, which continues to increase in LA County. The average number of daily new cases reported over the last seven days increased to 1,030 compared to the 892 reported last week, an increase of 15%.

Steps you can take to reduce risk:
  • Getting vaccinated or boosted
  • Wearing a mask indoors in public places
  • Testing before and after gatherings
Earth Day in the Garden
Ride for free on bus, rail and
Metro Bike Share for Earth Day, April 22
To celebrate Earth Day on Friday, April 22, Metro is offering free rides on our buses, trains and bike share. Free rides begin 4am on April 22 and continue until 3am on Saturday, April 23. We’re offering free rides to encourage people to take transit, which helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions in LA County.

How to access free rides:
  
  1. Metro bus: No tapping required; simply board the bus as usual.
  2. Metro rail: No tapping required; the turnstiles will be unlocked for underground stations and for above ground stations, just board the train.
  3. Metro Bike Share: Redeem a free 30-minute bike share ride by selecting ‘1-Ride’ at any Metro Bike Share kiosk, online or in the Metro Bike Share app and enter the promo code 042222. This code can be redeemed multiple times throughout the day. A credit or debit card is required. The first 30 minutes of all rides are free. Rides longer than 30 minutes are just $1.75 each additional half-hour. Electric Metro Bike unlocking fees are waived. Temporary credit card holds may apply.
  4. Metro Micro: Redeem 2 free rides by using the Metro Micro app and enter coupon code earthday22. The coupon code can only be used one time for two free rides per account. The coupon code is valid from 4/22/2022 to 4/24/2022. 
  
 To plan a trip, use the Transit app or use our trip planner on metro.net or on Google Maps. For the latest schedules, see our timetable page.
Local News
LA Animal Services Offers Free Microchips
For Pets While Supplies Last
Thanks to a generous grant from California Animal Welfare Funders Collaborative, LA Animal Services is offering free microchips for pets while supplies last! 
 
What is Microchipping?
 
A microchip, the size of a grain of rice, is injected under the animal’s skin between the shoulder blades. Each microchip has a unique number that is registered with a nationwide database along with the pet owner’s address and phone number. If your pet becomes lost, the microchip can be read by scanners that are used by most animal centers and veterinary clinics. Microchips reunite countless pets each year, and can make all the difference in finding your pet if they are lost, or even stolen.
 
How to Receive a Microchip from LA Animal Services 
 
If your pet is not microchipped, you may contact any of our LA Animal Services Centers and schedule an appointment at 888-452-7381, or you may book an appointment online by clicking here.
 
For more information about LA Animal Services, and to learn more information about microchipping and licensing, visit: laanimalservices.com.
Student Loan Pause Extended Through August
The U.S. Department of Education announced an extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest, and collections through August 31, 2022.

The extension will provide additional time for borrowers to plan for the resumption of payments, reducing the risk of delinquency and defaults after restart.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Open Studios Day
50+ Local Artists Open their Doors with the Return of Open Studios Day at Angels Gate Cultural Center
Saturday, April 23rd, noon – 4pm at Angels Gate Cultural Center
 
San Pedro, CA - Angels Gate Cultural Center (AGCC) is pleased to announce the return of Open Studios Day on Saturday, April 23rd from noon to 4pm. Over 50 local artists will open their doors to the public for a peek into their art practice. The event will be accompanied by a free family art workshop and community class demonstrations, in addition to Blues-Birds and the opening of Direct from the Classroom, on view in the galleries.
 
Open Studios Day is a free, family event that provides the public a glimpse into the process, art, and lives of local artists who create at The Center. AGCC hosts one of the largest studio artist programs in the region with a diverse range of artistic disciplines including ceramics, photography, printmaking, writing, sculpture, videography, music, and painting. This self-guided tour of artist studios provides a unique opportunity to interact with the artists and purchase contemporary works of art. A roster of the artists who create at AGCC can be found at www.angelsgateart.org.

First Thursday Art Walk - May 5th
Shakespeare by the Sea Tour Locations Announced!
San Pedro - Point Fermin Park Performances: 
June 23-July 9; August 5-6
VIRTUAL ON-LINE EVENTS
Historically, many low-income communities and under-served populations have been left out of conversations about transportation planning, and this has led to unsafe conditions where pedestrians and bicyclists are over-represented in crashes.

Please join us to learn how we can collaborate to make neighborhoods more walkable.

Scheduled presenters:
  • Christopher Ryder, Vision Zero Los Angeles
  • Eric Bruins, Transportation Deputy for City Councilmember and Chair of the Transportation Committee Mike Bonin (CD11)
  • Arturo Nevarez, LANI Program Manager
  • Gaby Segovia, community leader in Wilmington and Safe Streets Community Promotora with Los Angeles Walks
Council District 15 Candidate Forum - May 7th
Local Artists Discuss Art & Practice in Studio Soup
Featuring Michael Davis, Harold Greene and Eric Johnson
Live Tuesday, May 10th at 6:30pm, PT Online
San Pedro, CA - Angels Gate Cultural Center (AGCC) is pleased to present Studio Soup, a quarterly series of candid conversations about art and process. The next installment, hosted by San Pedro artist Peggy Reavey and AGCC, features guest artists Michael Davis, Harold Greene and Eric Johnson. Join the virtual conversation on Tuesday, May 10th from 6:30pm - 8pm, Pacific Time. Free registration is available at angelsgateart.org/studio-soup
LA MADE from the LA Library
LA Made is a cultural series featuring free music, dance, theater, workshops and more.
Reputable Sources for Covid-19 Updates
Help the City Help Our Neighborhood
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
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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