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April 19, 2024

You’ve heard me say it many times, but Council District 12 is a special place because of the people who work daily to ensure our community thrives. Over the last week, those efforts have been showcased in various ways.

Throughout Los Angeles and in CD12, speeding continues to threaten the safety of pedestrians and drivers alike. After being tipped off by constituents about a speeding issue at Devonshire and Mason, my office worked with Devonshire’s Volunteer Community Patrol to radar the area. The Community Patrol successfully gathered data on the speeding issue while also temporarily deterring speeding during their deployment. The volunteers handed off the data to LAPD’s Valley Traffic Division which resulted in the location being added to the division’s patrol!

When it comes to organizations that do it all, one of the first groups that comes to mind is the Chatsworth Women’s Club. Recently, several Board Members of the club attended the Sierra Cahuenga District Convention in Calabasas and came home with nine prestigious recognition awards. These accolades, spanning categories such as Advocates for Children, Civic Engagement and Outreach, Education and Libraries, Environment, and Communications and Public Relations, not only honor the club but also underscore its work within our community.

I am always thrilled to spotlight the fantastic work that the ladies of the Chatsworth Women’s Club do on a daily basis, and it brings me joy to see their work being recognized throughout the region!

Freedom Church, Kiwanis Club of Chatsworth, LA Family Housing, and myriad agencies, service providers and organizations whose mission it is to provide assistance and services joined forces with my office to bring resources to homeless individuals in the district. From providing necessities like food and haircuts to significant resources like access to service providers, this event aims to benefit people living on the streets and is only possible because of the partnerships and collective work of so many dedicated individuals.

Serving a community of people who give back on a daily basis is a source of inspiration for me, and I look forward to continuing to support their efforts whenever possible.

CD12 COMMUNITY UPDATES

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

UPCOMING

4/20 - 30th Annual S.O.L.I.D. All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast

Join CD12 and the Supporters of Law Enforcement in Devonshire for the 30th Annual All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast. This classic CD12 tradition raises funds to support our law enforcement officers with key resources and support. Who doesn’t love a good pancake?

4/20 - West Hills Community Cleanup

Join friends and neighbors to clear debris and remove overgrowth behind Orcutt Ranch. Click here for more information!

4/20 - LADWP Customer Support Saturday in North Hills
LADWP invites you to a customer support day where you can receive one-on-one consultation on saving water, power, and money! Visit them from 9am - 2pm at 9154 Sepulveda Blvd., North Hills 91343

4/20 - Table Talk Tea at the Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley
Join the Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley for a panel discussion celebrating women and featuring bright teens and influential women. Follow this link to see the flyer.

4/20 - Arab American Heritage Month at the Mid-Valley Regional Library
Join the Mid-Valley Regional Library for a demonstration of how to prepare hummus and baba ganoush and enjoy a sample of these delicious dips alongside a cup of mint tea! Click here for details!

4/20 - Giant Used Book Sale

The Friends of the Chatsworth Library are once again holding their quarterly book sale! The sale will take place in the Community Room and includes thousands of almost-new hardback books and a huge selection of paperback books, all at a fraction of the cost of new. Go to laplchatsworthfriends.org or call (818) 341-4276 for more information.

4/20 - Encino Food & Wine Festival

ONEgeneration is excited to announce the Encino Food & Wine Festival! Come on out with your family and friends and enjoy endless samples of local wine, beer, and food from vendors across Southern California. Follow this link to buy your tickets that go towards supporting ONEgeneration.

4/21 - Greek Myths Renaissance Book Faire

The Museum of the San Fernando Valley welcomes you to a free family event featuring music, games, and live youth performances. Click here for more information!

4/22 - OneGeneration Wilkinson Senior Center Labyrinth Walk

ONEgeneration invites you to join them for a walk through a labyrinth that will aim to awaken the senses, promote flexibility, and encourage relaxation. Click here to read all about it.

4/23 - Coffee with a Cop

Come by ONEgeneration for the latest Coffee with a Cop event. Meet, speak, and ask questions of your Senior Lead Officers.

4/24 - Heroes in Education Appreciation Celebration

The North Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce invites you to this year’s Heroes in Education Celebration, where educators and volunteers from local schools are honored for their work. Here is more information.

4/27 - Rotarians Feeding San Fernando Valley

The Rotarians need your help! Join them at LAPD Devonshire PALS to help pack food and feed families in the San Fernando Valley. Click here to view the flyer and click here to sign up!

4/27 - Earth Day at Chatsworth Nature Preserve

Celebrate Earth Day at the Chatsworth Nature Preserve. This celebration will start with a blessing ceremony and feature guided hikes, exhibitions, and more. Click here to read all the details.

4/27 - Policy con Pan Dulce

Come join a free forum with community leaders honoring Congressman Tony Cárdenas’ 28 years of dedicated public service. Come engage directly with your local elected officials on social, economic, and political issues. Registration is required to attend. Click here to RSVP.  

4/27 - Granada Hills Library Book Sale

The Granada Hills Library is hosting a BOOK SALE in the library’s Community Room, located at 10640 Petit Avenue. The Book Sale will be held from 9:30am to 3:30pm. All proceeds benefit the library!

4/28 - Sock Hop with Granada Hills Woman’s Club

Join the Granada Hills Woman’s Club for their Sock Hop event! Donate to the group’s cause and in return receive a spaghetti dinner! Donations are required by April 14th! Click here to view all the details.

5/3 - Salute to Recreation’s Senior Dance

The Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, the Office of Councilmember John Lee, and various Council District 12 Neighborhood Councils invite you to celebrate at Salute to Recreation’s Senior Dance '24. Click here for the information!

5/5 - Troop 92 Fundraiser

Troop 92 asks for your support at their upcoming breakfast burrito fundraiser. $15 at the door. Rumor has it these are the best burritos ever. Click here to see the flyer!

5/9 - 10th Annual Inspirational Women of the San Fernando Valley

Join the United Chambers of Commerce to celebrate five incredible women who have undoubtedly made the San Fernando Valley a better place. Click here to see more information.

THROUGHOUT APRIL

Non-Perishable Food Drive

LA Sanitation is collecting non-perishable food to donate to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, St. Francis Center, and Inside Safe participants, local organizations that provide services to Angelenos in need. Click here to see the list of accepted items and drop-off locations.

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.