| Parks are a key part of summer fun, and ensuring that the parks in Council District 12 are up to the standards of our community is something my team and I work on daily.
A few weeks ago, we shared a small, but meaningful accomplishment regarding the replacement basketball hoops at Dearborn Park. Repairs to amenities at parks, like basketball hoops, are representative of the dedication and work of city employees in various departments, including the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP). To that end, I would like to share a few more examples of small improvements we’ve made at local parks that come with huge benefits to parkgoers. |
|  | Pickleball’s meteoric rise in popularity as a recreational activity has also brought the meteoric rise in requests for courts to accommodate the demand for the sport. As my team, alongside RAP, work to find solutions to accommodate the demand, we have also heeded calls to keep courts that are currently available, well-maintained. Pictured above are courts at Chatsworth Park South, which were recently equipped with new nets, a bulletin board, and wind guards. Soon, benches will be added as well. |
|  | At the Mary Ellen Crosby Playground in Bee Canyon Park, community leaders were vocal about safety concerns at the park including a broken swing. My office worked to expedite the repair of the swing and are working on addressing the remaining issues. |
|  | On the subject of parks, I joined numerous community leaders in encouraging the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Council to support naming Porter Ranch’s new 50-acre park after Jane and Bert Boeckmann. The Boeckmanns lived just south of this new park for decades and gave so much back to our local community and the entire San Fernando Valley.
I was delighted that the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Council listened to the community and unanimously supported naming this new park after Jane and Bert Boeckmann. This exciting new park, which includes the “Sesevenga Pavillion,” an amphitheater with a stage for arts and performances for the community, will be open to the public soon—more details to come. |
|  | To discover parks and facilities throughout the City of Los Angeles, click here. |
|  | | | | Free Homeownership Virtual Seminar As part of its Upward Mobility programming, the City of Los Angeles' Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department (LA Civil Rights) is proud to partner with Los Angeles Partners in Homeownership to present its third Homebuyer Seminar on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m.
This free online seminar will provide foundational knowledge for ready first-time homebuyers and those considering homeownership seeking access to key information, such as:
A customized homebuying action plan Down payment and closing cost assistance programs How to build a mortgage-ready credit profile
Visit OwnLA.org to register today! Participants will have the opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and get on the path to realizing their homeownership dreams. |
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| | Biggies & Meow Meows Adoption Event In an effort to help find homes for the animals in the overcrowded city shelters and to save more lives, the Paula Kent Meehan Pet Care Foundation is sponsoring the Biggies and Meow Meows Adoption Event, starting now through July 31, 2024. During the Biggies & Meow Meows adoption month, the adoption fees for dogs over 40 lbs. are $51 (that does not include a $20 license fee for LA City residents); puppies: $75, cats: $12.50; and kittens: $25. Follow this link to see the pets available for adoption. |
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| | Prepare and Protect Yourself for Heat Season Summer is here, and as those of us in the San Fernando Valley know, temperatures can be sweltering during the summer season. Many areas throughout Los Angeles County, including the West San Fernando Valley, are currently under an excessive heat warning through the start of next week. Here are a couple of recommendations for high-temperature days: Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated throughout the day. If you must go out, plan your day to avoid going out during the hottest hours, and wear sunscreen. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothes, and wear a hat or use an umbrella. Cars get very hot inside, even if the windows are ‘cracked’ or open. Never leave children or pets in cars. Call 911 if you see a child or pet in a car alone. Beware of and know what to do for heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Call 911 right away if you see these symptoms: high body temperature (103°F or higher), vomiting, dizziness, confusion, and hot, red, dry, or damp skin. Heat stroke is a medical emergency.
Additionally, the City of Los Angeles Climate and Emergency Mobilization has a one-stop shop where you can find cooling centers and learn more about heat resources. Click here to learn more. |
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| | Police Officer Recruitment Incentive Program Want an opportunity to earn $2000 while helping your friends, family, neighbors, and mentees begin a rewarding career with the Los Angeles Police Department? Refer a candidate to become an LAPD officer and receive $1000 when they are hired and $1000 upon their graduation from the Police Academy. There is no limit to the number of candidates you can refer.
Invite your candidate today, encourage them throughout the process and very soon you’ll see the incentive added to your paycheck! Click here for more information! |
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| | Work Begins on the North San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor LADOT has begun constructing bus-only lanes on Roscoe Blvd in the San Fernando Valley. The new lanes are part of Metro's North San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor and will increase connectivity by adding 22 miles of peak-hour bus lanes that extend from Topanga Canyon Blvd in the west to Coldwater Canyon in the east, with a brief gap near the I-405 ramps. The lanes will operate during the morning and afternoon peak hours with up to 82 bus bulbs at key locations to improve speed and reliability. |
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| | Proposed Increases to Sewer Rates By now you probably have heard that the City of Los Angeles is proposing a rate increase for its Sewer Service Charge (SSC). The funds bring needed updates to the City’s aging sewer system and go specifically toward the management, maintenance, and improvement of that system. Steady rate increases were paused in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Property owners will receive a notice in the mail in early July outlining the need for the proposed rate increase and how they can learn more about providing input at two webinars this summer. Wastewater treatment is among the most critical services LASAN provides to protect public health and the environment. We understand that many Angelenos may require financial assistance with their bills, and encourage them to visit http://www.ladwp.com/financialassistance to learn more about LADWP’s financial assistance programs.
To learn more about the proposed rate adjustments, we encourage you to attend one of LASAN’s webinars on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 9:30 am, and Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 6 pm.
To register in advance, visit the respective link on each date. Visit www.lacitysan.org/rates for more information. |
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|  | 8/6 - National Night Out One of the community’s biggest events of the year returns! Join the LAPD Devonshire Division and the Council District 12 team at Northridge Park for an evening of fun and community!
7/13 - The American Music of Joplin and Copland Join the Granada Hills Branch Library for a performance by violinist Paul Stein. Click here for more details.
7/14 - “The Lennon & McCartney Show” at Big Oak Theater Come be amazed by exceptional vocals and instrumentation. Featuring hit songs by The Beatles, this show is sure to please. Click here for more information.
7/14 - A Pirate Mystery Play & Pirate Stew Cook-Off Granada Hills Woman’s Club invites you to an afternoon of piracy, swashbuckling, and treasure-seeking. Don’t forget your sea legs and your best mateys; click here to find out more.
7/15 - Heat Relief for Seniors Resource Fair The LADWP, in partnership with the L.A. City Department of Aging and KBLA Talk 1580 radio station is hosting a Heat Relief for Seniors Resource Fair on July 15. While supplies last, attendees will receive a free portable air conditioning unit.
7/16 - Street Racing Info Community Meeting The LAPD Valley Traffic Division invites you to hear from the Captain and learn more information on how the department is addressing street racing in the San Fernando Valley. Click here for the details.
7/20 - Giant Used Book Sale The Friends of Chatsworth Library will hold their quarterly book sale. The Library is located at 21052 Devonshire Street in Chatsworth. The sale is 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.
7/30 - Blood Drive at the Porter Ranch Library Be a force for good! Donate blood at the Porter Ranch Branch Library and make a difference in someone’s life. Follow this link to see the flyer and learn more. |
| | LA Sanitation New and Used Toy Drive From July 1st through August 30th, 2024, the CFRP will be collecting the following new and gently used toys. Everyone is encouraged to donate: Educational games and toys Video games and video game consoles Dolls and stuffed animals Toys for children with special needs or disabilities
Please do not donate “violent” toys or toys that resemble weapons. Toys must be clean. Click here for a list of donation locations.
Summer Family Movie Nights Join the Chatsworth West UMC for an outdoor movie series every second and fourth Saturday throughout the summer. Click here to see the details.
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. |
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COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER
By appointment only. Please call or email.
9207 Oakdale Avenue, Suite 200
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Phone: (818) 882-1212
Fax: (818) 701-5254 |
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| LOS ANGELES CITY HALL
By appointment only. Please call or email.
200 North Spring Street, Room 405
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 473-7012
Fax: (213) 473-6925 |
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