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March 8, 2024

On Tuesday, Council District 12 residents spoke and spoke loudly. I am honored and humbled to be re-elected as Councilmember of the 12th District.

As a resident of Council District 12 for over 40 years, it means everything to my family and I to have the support of the community that raised me.

Overwhelmingly, voters in Council District 12 made it clear that you want a representative who is keenly focused on increasing public safety, tackling the homelessness crisis, supporting local businesses, and improving the community’s overall quality of life.

You also made it clear that you want a representative who listens, understands the issues that matter to you, and most importantly, has put in the work alongside you to make this community what it is. I always say that Council District 12 would not be the special place it is without the many organizations and people who invest their talents, energy, and time into making our neighborhoods better for all. I see so many examples of this amazing community at work every single day, and I am so proud to represent you.

Putting the needs of our district first has been and always will be my guiding principle. I am humbled and grateful for the trust you have once again placed in me. I will continue to serve you faithfully as your Councilmember and work diligently each and every day for the betterment of our Council District 12 community.

On Wednesday, I welcomed Ken Craft and Rowan Vansleve from Hope the Mission to recognize their latest initiative to combat our region’s homelessness crisis.

Traveling 16 miles from Santa Monica to Downtown Los Angeles, Ken and Rowan visited the City Council as part of their 3,500-mile bike ride to Washington D.C. The duo’s initiative is simple, bring awareness to everything our city is doing to combat the homeless crisis but also make it clear that cities throughout Los Angeles County continue needing support from the federal government to successfully bring solutions to our region.

Hope the Mission has been an invaluable partner, working tirelessly alongside the city to make a meaningful difference. Their commitment to this cause, dedication to partnership, and relentless pursuit of innovative solutions exemplify the spirit of our city and our shared values of compassion and resilience.

Throughout the district, my office continues working diligently to address areas in the community that are facing difficult encampments.

This week my office was able to successfully conduct an outreach operation on Oso Ave that cleared a street that had been a source of concern for residents and business owners alike. We will always monitor our neighborhoods and address problematic encampments by offering the services and resources needed to get people off of our streets.  

PORTER RANCH COMMUNITY SCHOOL CAPACITY ISSUE RESOLVED

This week, the Los Angeles Unified School District formally announced plans to address the capacity issues at the Porter Ranch Community School. This plan successfully meets the demands of passionate parents and ensures that students attending the school are able to remain in attendance and will not be forced to relocate to a different campus.

As a former PTA Chair and someone who has supported the Porter Ranch Community School since its inception, I know that this resolution is the preferred choice for so many in our community. I’m pleased to have shepherded the district toward what was clearly the most preferred and viable solution for parents and students in Porter Ranch.

I remain proud of my strong partnership with all of the schools located in Council District 12 and will always stand with our students, parents, and educators.

CD12 COMMUNITY UPDATES

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

UPCOMING

3/17 - Ready for Reseda

The Council District 12 team is excited to partner with LADOT to celebrate the recent transportation safety improvements along Reseda Boulevard. Join us at Ready for Reseda, a free event, powered by CicLAvia, on Sunday, March 17, from 1-5pm to ride, bike, and skate along the new protected bike lanes. This event will feature a series of guided group bike rides along Reseda Boulevard, between Reseda Park and Saticoy Street. Click here for more event info.

3/15 - 3/17 - Department on Disability Abilities Expo

The City of Los Angeles Department on Disability is proudly co-sponsoring this year's Abilities Expo hosted at the Los Angeles Convention Center. This is a great opportunity to learn and check out the newest assistive technology, services, and products available for people with disabilities. Learn more and register for this free event at www.abilities.com/losangeles. 

3/17 - Oakridge Estate Tour

The Oakridge Estate at 18650 Devonshire Blvd. in Northridge has a tour planned for the afternoon of Sunday, March 17 at 2pm. Docents will lead the 75-minute tour of the home that was built for Barbara Stanwyck by architect Paul R. Williams in 1937. Visit theoakridgeestate.org to learn more.

3/20 - Adult Crafting Pressed Flowers

Meet new friends and learn a new craft. The Chatsworth Branch Library invites you to stop by to create your own beautiful framed pressed flower arrangement. Visit the Chatsworth Branch Library (21052 Devonshire St, Chatsworth, CA 91311) at 11:30 AM.

4/6 - College Fair and Granada Hills Charter

Prospective college students are invited to attend a college fair being held at Granada Hills Charter High School. Click here to learn more.

4/7 - 20th Annual Day of the Horse

Trot on down to the 20th Annual Day of the Horse for a fun-filled afternoon learning about the importance of the equestrian community to Chatsworth. There is no registration for the event – just come and enjoy – Sunday, April 7th from 11am to 3pm at Ride On Therapeutic on Topanga Canyon Blvd. 

4/15 - Los Toros Charity Golf Tournament

Clear your calendars! Come enjoy a round of golf that helps the Kiwanis Club of Chatsworth fund various events, programs, and scholarships to benefit members of the community. Click here to get your tickets.