November 1, 2024

It was an immense pleasure to join The Village Family Services at their first annual Youth Summit. Alongside 150 service providers, advocates, and partners, this summit was focused on hearing from persons with lived experience and professional expertise about age-appropriate strategies to address the crisis of youth homelessness in our community.

The Village Family Services was founded in 1997 with the purpose of serving youth across Los Angeles, and over the years, they have expanded their focus to include ending youth homelessness by employing youth-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive services and compassionate care. I am grateful for their commitment to our community and for the chance to share my perspective on these subjects with attendees.

I'd also like to congratulate the Los Angeles Dodgers on winning the 2024 World Series Championship. Without a doubt, this World Series brought the people of Los Angeles together, and their triumph is a collective victory for all Angelenos. Go Dodgers today, tomorrow, and forever!

CD12 COMMUNITY UPDATES

2025 EmpowerLA Youth Conference

EmpowerLA is hosting a youth conference seeking to motivate young people (ages 14-17) to get involved with the Neighborhood Council system and intentionally shape their personal and professional futures. Conference attendees will have the opportunity to hear from City leaders, attend workshops and panel discussions, and participate in a resource fair with over a dozen City departments and trusted community partners. This conference is free to attend, and breakfast and lunch will be provided to all attendees.

Youth interested in attending the 2025 EmpowerLA Conference will be asked to complete a short application opportunity, and not all applicants will be invited to attend the conference. Applications are due no later than 11:59pm on Friday, December 20th. Click here to find out more.

LADOT’s DASH Fare Reinstatement

LADOT will be reinstating fare collection on DASH buses on January 11, 2025. DASH has been free since March 2020 and recent shortfalls in funding as well as efforts to improve security on buses and meet the city’s electrification goals necessitates collecting fares again. The fares will be the same as when fare collection was originally suspended ($0.35 with TAP, $0.50 with cash, Free for students and Cityride Clients) and will still be the best transit fares in LA County.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

UPCOMING

11/1 - Shepherd Church’s Fall Festival

Celebrate fall with your friends and family. Enjoy hay rides, a petting zoo, a pumpkin patch, and lots of candy at this free event for our community! Follow this link to see the flyer.

11/2 - 1st Annual Fall Senior Health Fair at the Wilkinson Senior Center

Come enjoy access to health screenings and community resources, and learn about utility bill savings programs. Click here to preregister to receive a complimentary raffle ticket.

11/6 - Discovery School Blood Drive

Stop by 18719 Topham St., Tarzana, CA 91335 for a blood drive from 8:30am to 3:00pm - your donation can help save lives and make a big difference!

11/7 - 11th Annual Educator’s Roundtable

CD12 school educators interested in participating in the Making Movies That Matter Youth Short Film Festival are invited to join us for an exciting kickoff event! Learn more about the program and hear from insightful keynote speakers. Follow this link to find out all the information!

11/9 - Quilting for Community’s Open House

Come enjoy free interactive quilting demonstrations, a quilt sale, and a chance to connect with fellow creatives! Follow this link to find out more.

11/9 - Community Electronic Waste and Shredding Event

In partnership with Republic Services and Sunshine Canyon Landfill and Shepherd of the Hills Church, we invite you to a drive-thru e-waste and shredding event. Click here to see the information.

11/10 - Valley Hive 10th Anniversary Honey & Dessert Competition

Enjoy an extra special evening featuring backyard honey from all over Southern California, delicious homemade honey desserts, live entertainment, games, mead making, and community fun! Click here to find out all the details.

11/10 - Political Collectibles Show & Sale

Hosted by the Southern California chapter of the American Political Items Collectors (APIC), this annual show is an opportunity to discover the value of your political treasures. The event will take place at TAS Social Hall, located at 18200 Rinaldi Place, Northridge, CA.

THROUGHOUT THE MONTH

LA Sanitation Blankets and Socks Drive

From November 4th , 2024 through January 3rd , 2025, the CFRP will be collecting new and gently used (wash and clean) blankets, sleeping bags, and socks. Click here to see drop-off locations.

A Holiday Classic Music Concert: California Christmas

Join the Office of Councilmember John Lee and Terrell Edwards Entertainment for an unforgettable holiday music concert at In-Christ Church. Click here to get your tickets!

San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission October Needs List

Want to get a head start on your holiday giving? Every donation makes a difference—the San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission has released its October Needs List. Click here to view the full list.

Northridge Branch Library Temporary Closure

The Northridge Branch Library remains closed until further notice. Please click here for information about the library.

Bulky Item Drop-Off Events

LA Sanitation will be accepting bulky items at five locations around the city each month throughout 2024. Furniture, carpet, yard trimmings, shelving, and wood will be accepted. To find out more information, click here.

WEEK IN REVIEW

TOP: Halloween fun at Mason Park Recreation Center’s "The Mason Family" Halloween Festival.

BOTTOM LEFT: The Annual CD12 Halloween Drive-In was a spooktacular success! Huge thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate.

BOTTOM RIGHT: Pictured with one of our golden ticket winners of the evening.

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Chatsworth, CA 91311
Phone: (818) 882-1212
Fax: (818) 701-5254

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Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 473-7012
Fax: (213) 473-6925

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