Dear Friends and Neighbors:
I hope this email finds you safe after this week’s storms. City crews are responding to multiple reports of mud and debris flows, power outages, fallen trees, and other obstructions, and recovery efforts are underway.
The National Weather Service has advised that more rain is anticipated Wednesday evening and I urge you to continue to exercise caution and check in with friends and neighbors. You can visit emergency.lacity.gov for up-to-date information on storm impacts, road closures, and resources for recovery.
To request any non-emergency City services and to report any storm related damage, please call 311 or download the myLA311 app to easily create a service ticket from your phone. As always, you can reach out to our office for non-emergency issues by calling (213) 473-7001 or emailing us at councilmember.hernandez@lacity.org. Check out our newsletter below for upcoming events, district updates, and the latest resources.
In solidarity and gratitude,
Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez |
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|  | The Lincoln Heights Recreation Center has officially been reopened! Community members gathered for a day of sports clinics, a senior yoga class, music, and food to celebrate the newly renovated center.
The improvements at the Lincoln Heights Recreation Center include a new soccer field and bleachers, a walking path, outdoor fitness equipment, a picnic area, new lighting installations throughout the park, four new shade structures and three new trees, as well as renovations to the playground equipment and outdoor basketball court.
Stop by to check out the new equipment and learn about youth programming, sports leagues, and more that will be happening at the center. |
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 | When we took office we were met with a large backlog of unaddressed City service requests. Over the past year we have worked with our partners to close out these requests and bring back vital services to the district. Through collaboration with the Bureau of Street Services, Bureau of Street Lighting, and LA Sanitation, we were able to complete the following in 2023: 1,296 pothole requests 7,927 miles of street sweeping services 2,923 illegal dumping services 3,358 trees trimmed 3,979 lights restored
|  | And the services continue in 2024! We partnered with LA Conservation Corps and Victory Resources to complete a weed, litter, and bulky item removal operation in Westlake. The maintenance was focused on Occidental Blvd and covered all medians between W 3rd and 6th St. The team was able to collect 18 trash bags during the operation. We are grateful for the team at LA Conservation Corps and Victory Resources who made this happen for our Westlake community. |  | Councilmember Hernandez and staff scattered across the District to Glassell Park, Pico Union, MacArthur Park, and Lincoln Heights participate in the Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count. We are grateful to LAHSA for their leadership and for the thousands of volunteers who gathered across LA County to support efforts to bring critical resources to our unhoused neighbors. |
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|  | C40’s Students Reinventing Cities is a global competition that mobilizes youth to reimagine urban areas around the world by developing proposals for cities to create green neighborhoods that improve the quality of life. The site selected for a proposed redesign in Los Angeles is Lincoln Heights Jail. Located in Council District 1, the Lincoln Heights Jail sits vacant in a brownfield neighborhood in need of affordable housing, community resources and economic development.
Students Reinventing Cities provides young Angelenos with the opportunity to participate in the work of reimagining what a thriving community in Lincoln Heights can look like through rehabilitating the space with the resources and services our constituents deserve.
Eligibility Requirements Include: Any youth aged 18-28 Teams must comprise at least one current college or university student (any age, degree level, or discipline). For individuals looking for a team, there is a “Team Up Form” located on the Reinventing Cities website. Teams must be composed of at least two people. There is no limit to the maximum number of people that can be in a team.
The deadline to register your team is Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 9am PT. Contact our office at councilmember.hernandez@lacity.org or c40reinventingcities.org for more information on how to get involved. | |  | Art Exhibition at OXY Arts - OXY Arts (4757 York Blvd) is hosting an art exhibition, Mercedes Dorame: Where Sky Touches Water, from February 8, 2024 to April 20, 2024. The gallery hours are Monday through Sunday from 11am to 4pm.
Love My Community Cleanup & Resource Fair - Pico-Union Neighborhood Council is hosting a Neighborhood Community Cleanup in MacArthur Park on Saturday, February 17th. The volunteers will meet at Alvarado / Wilshire at 8am.
Networking Opportunity for Businesses - The Bureau of Contract Administration is hosting AccessingLA: BuildWith, an annual networking event on Tuesday, February 27th at the Roy A. Anderson Recreation Center (3980 Bill Robertson Lane). This event provides partnership opportunities in the construction and transportation industries with the City. For more information and to RSVP, visit accessingla.com.
Arroyo Vista Family Health Centers - Arroyo Vista Family Health Centers has provided free and low-cost resources and services to the Northeast LA community for over forty years. Stop by their CD1 location in Lincoln Heights (2411 N Broadway) for vaccines, medical screens, enrollment assistance, and more.
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| Core Reporting Metrics Workshop - The CA Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force is hosting a Core Reporting Metrics virtual workshop on Friday, February 9th from 10am to noon. The Workshop will help frame the need and use of the Core Reporting Metrics and provide an opportunity for public engagement in the development of Core Reporting Metrics that provide statewide coverage, cover multiple wildfire resilience goals, and more. For more information, visit wildfiretaskforce.org.
Idea Lab - Metabolic Studio and the Climate Emergency Software Alliance are hosting Idea Lab workshops on Thursday, February 22nd and Friday, February 23rd. These workshops aim to foster understanding on how technology can play a role in mitigating our current climate challenges. For more information, visit metabolicstudio.org/engage.
Call for Muralists - The Department of Cultural Affairs’ Public Art Division is accepting applications from muralists interested in submitting proposals. For more information about the projects available to apply for, visit culturela.org/calls.
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|  | |  | Permanent Al Fresco Applications Open - At the end of last year, Council approved the Al Fresco ordinance, which made permanent a program that authorizes outdoor dining areas and suspends certain zoning regulations for permitted restaurants. For more information on how to apply for an Al Fresco Permit and/or transition from an Al Fresco Temporary Use Authorization, click below.
| | Founders Business Accelerator - The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) is hosting a 6-month Small Business Accelerator (FBA) program, which is designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen their strategy, connect with a dynamic community of small business owners, receive mentorship from industry experts, and more. The application closes on February 13th. For more information and to apply, visit laci.la/fba10.
Help LA2050 Activate Volunteers - LA2050 is looking for 12 organizations to host a diverse range of volunteer activations around Los Angeles County from April 2nd to May 8th, during this year’s #LA2050GrantsChallenge voting period. The events will provide Angelenos with meaningful opportunities to impact the issues that matter most to them, as a complement to their online votes. Each of the 12 organizations selected will receive a $5,000 grant to support their volunteer activations. Head to LA2050.org to learn more and apply!
Community Navigator Program - The Hispanic Access Foundation hosts a Community Navigator Program that offers support to local leaders and community-based organizations in identifying funding eligibility, resources needed to apply for grant funds, and workshops and training sessions centered on building climate resilience and organizational capacity. For more information, visit hispanicaccess.org.
No-Cost Weatherization - Maravilla Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports low-income families who own or rent their residence. They offer inspect the refrigerator, microwave, stove, washer, and dryer for free and determine whether these appliances can be replaced at no cost. For more information about this service and more assistance programs, visit maravilla.org.
Request City Services - MyLA311 connects Angelenos with City services and information they need to enjoy their city, beautify their community and stay connected with their local government. You can access MyLA311 by downloading the app, visiting the website, or calling the 311 Call Center for services and resources.
| | | |  |  | There are thousands of dogs, cats, rabbits and other furry friends available for adoption at LA Animal Services shelters.
Amado ID Number: A1987719
Amado is a large neutered male who weighs about 93 pounds. He is a mixed breed dog. He is currently being fostered and is in search of his forever home.
Contact LA Animal Services at (888) 452-7381 or visit laanimalservices.com for more information on how to foster or adopt a pet today. | |  | Glassell Park District Office:
3750 Verdugo Rd Los Angeles, CA 90065
Office Hours:
T/W/Th: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Phone: (323) 709-1800
City Hall Office:
200 N. Spring Street, Room 460 Los Angeles, CA 90012
Office Hours: M-F 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Website: cd1.lacity.gov
Phone: (213) 473-7001
Email: Councilmember.Hernandez@lacity.org
Follow our #TeamCD1 accounts for updates on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for City Council meetings, district events, resources and more.
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