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To cap off our celebration of Autism Acceptance Month a few weeks ago, Council District 12, the City of LA's Department on Disability, and LA Recreation and Parks invite you to a morning of conversation and resources for our autistic community.
This event will feature live performances, therapeutic animals, the honoring of longtime Los Angeles City Commissioner on Disability, David E. Wolf, and the raffling of two tickets to Disneyland. We hope to see you there.
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Volunteers Cleaning Communities undertook a massive effort last week in celebration of Earth Day. With 350 volunteers, they cleaned up 20+ miles of local streets in the Valley.
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Making Movies that Matter Film Festival
Following many months of preparation, Council District 12 and the 33 schools participating in the Making Movies that Matter Film Project officially invite you to join us for the culminating event at The Soraya. Students throughout the San Fernando Valley have been involved in an immersive process through which they've learned how to film, act, direct, edit, and produce films. Please consider joining us for the culminating event that will screen the films and conclude with an awards ceremony. Follow this link to RSVP.
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LA2050 Grants Challenge
What do YOU care about, LA? We’re excited to share that our partners at LA2050 have launched voting in the 10th annual LA2050 Grants Challenge. Each year, LA2050 gives $1 million to nonprofits and other social impact organizations making LA better. But, it’s up to Angelenos to determine what issue areas will receive funding – from homelessness and income inequality to park access – through online voting. Voting is online through May 8th, available in 10 languages, and open to all ages. We encourage you to vote now!
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Restaurants Care Resiliency Fund
A new cycle for grant funding is available for independent restaurants. Restaurants Care is partnering with SoCalGas, PG&E, and SDG&E to provide restaurants with grants that can go towards kitchen equipment, technology upgrades, and any difficult or unforeseen circumstance. Applications are now open through May 7 and restaurants with less than $3 million in annual revenue are encouraged to apply. Follow this link to learn more and apply.
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LA Region Small Business Summit
The City and County of Los Angeles invite you to a free Small Business Summit and the opportunity to access resources and get insights on how to improve your business. This partnership between the county and the city aims to continue helping small businesses grow and thrive by providing important resources, panel discussions, and free on-site services. Click here to read all about it and register.
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Council District 12 Year in Review
We invite you to take a look at the newest volume of Council District 12's Year in Review, which highlights some of our accomplishments over the past year. Working together we were able to continue supporting our first responders, welcome new businesses into the community, and find common sense solutions that increased the quality of life for our neighborhoods.
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L.A. Repair Participatory Budgeting
North Hills! It’s time to VOTE for your favorite community idea to be funded thru L.A. REPAIR Participatory Budgeting! Last year, residents from across the neighborhood submitted ideas for improving our community. Now YOU have the power to decide how $775,000 of the City's budget will be spent, so vote NOW at repair.lacity.org! Voting is open to anyone over the age of 15 who lives, works, or studies in the REPAIR zones.
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Senior Citizen/Disability Lifeline Program
The Lifeline Rate Program is a City of LA Office of Finance program that offers senior and disabled citizens an exemption on their electric and other utility bills. This rate is available under provisions of the Los Angeles Municipal Code or the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California. To learn more about this program and to apply, visit the City of Los Angeles, Office of Finance website.
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Storm Damage Resources
In order to advocate for State/Federal disaster assistance on behalf of residents, the LA County Office of Emergency Management is conducting a survey of all County residents (including those within the City of Los Angeles) to submit information on their property damages resulting from the February and March 2023 storms. Visit https://bit.ly/40VCuHg to report major damages. The survey is not an application for financial assistance, nor does it indicate that assistance is now or will become available.
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Legal Help for Small Business Owners
Are you a small business owner in Los Angeles? Could you benefit from FREE legal help? Los Angeles Economic Workforce Development Department has teamed up with its various partners for the LA Regional Small Business Legal Aid program, which offers free legal help, from basic legal information and guides to representation by an attorney to help address immediate/long-term issues. Visit lalegalhelp.org to connect with a legal expert now!
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MAKING MOVIES THAT MATTER
Nevada Ave Elementary
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Nevada Ave Elementary is one of the many schools telling stories and inspiring future filmmakers through the Making Movies that Matter Film Project (MMTM). For the past three iterations of the project, Nevada Ave Elementary has been a recipient of an MMTM grant from the Council District 12 office.
Fourth-grade teacher, Mr. Frankie Sanchez works with a select group of students to create and produce short films as an extracurricular activity. Through his leadership of the program, Mr. Sanchez provides a safe space for his young students to express themselves, giving them an outlet for their creativity while also making use of his technological savvy. Mr. Sanchez believes that the addition of the Making Movies that Matter Film Project to the student’s extracurricular activities was a no-brainer as the school already provides enrichment for the students with other programs that also focus on the arts. In addition to undertaking the film project, students at Nevada are also able to participate in the Ballet Folklorico Dance team and the school’s First Step Team.
In early 2022, Nevada Ave welcomed new Principal Sarah Bobertz, an educational professional with 20 years of experience and an extensive background in Special Education. As a first-time principal, Ms. Bobertz saw the potential in her new school and was determined to provide the elementary students and staff opportunities they may not have otherwise had by finding ways to implement activities and programs that would enhance their education. Under her leadership, the Folklorico program was expanded, the school’s enrollment has increased by 15%, and she has transformed the Making Movies that Matter Film Project from a limited semester-long endeavor to a full-time school enrichment program that will continuously provide students with the chance to learn the craft of filmmaking.
We thank both Principal Bobertz and Mr. Sanchez for their commitment to their students and for ensuring the kids have a wonderful time while they learn how to make a movie through the MMTM project. We look forward to seeing this school’s film premiere at The Soraya at CSUN on May 18th. Please follow this link to join us and RSVP for what is certain to be a night to remember.
Follow this link to see the Making Movies that Matter Film Project in action at another participating school.
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Home Delivery of COVID-19 Test Kits
The United States is once again offering home delivery of COVID-19 test kits. Each order is limited to 4 tests per household. Follow the link to order yours.
COVID-19 Information
Click here for resources and the latest updates from the County Department of Public Health.
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4/27 - 5/3 - Simi Hills Observatory Birdathon
Simi Hills Observatory invites you to participate in its first Birdathon. This multi-day event will tally bird species and raise funds for wildlife research. Email hopbird@lafn.org for more info.
4/29 - Shepherd Loves Local
The Shepherd Loves Local event is taking place this weekend! Come by and meet local small businesses that represent the economic engine of our city. Follow this link to learn more.
4/30 - Chatsworth Historical Society Garden Party & Fashion Show
The Chatsworth Historical Society invites you to a fundraiser featuring vintage fashion and tea. Please visit the Chatsworth Historical Society's website for more information.
5/1 - Baila Baila Fun with Music & Movement
The Mid-Valley Regional Library invites you to the Baila Baila program which teaches children from ages 2-6 to Spanish through music and movement. Follow this link to learn more information.
5/2 - Harry Potter Trivia Tournament
The Chatsworth Library will be hosting a Harry Potter Trivia Tournament for teens and tweens from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. For more information about this event call (818) 341-4276.
5/5 - Los Angeles Urban League Youth and College Career Fair
Los Angeles Urban League is hosting a college & career fair offering students the opportunity to meet employers and get hired for paid positions or internships. Click here to see the flyer.
5/6 - CSUN Taiko Drumming Ensemble
The Granada Hills Branch Library invites you to a special performance by the CSUN Japanese Taiko Drumming Ensemble. Click here for details.
5/6 - VFW Post 2323 Day of Service
The Veterans of Foreign Wars are hosting a day of service in Granada Hills and ask for your assistance in kicking off veteran-led community service projects. Follow this link to learn more.
5/7 - Classic Chevys of Southern California Classic Car Show
Rancho San Antonio Boys Home opens its doors to you for the 40th Annual Classic Car Show hosted by Classic Chevys of Southern California Car Club. Click here to learn more.
5/11 - United Chambers of Commerce Inspirational Women's Awards
The United Chambers of Commerce invites you to join in celebrating 5 outstanding women in the San Fernando Valley. Follow this link to learn more about attending this paid event.
5/13 - PearlCon 5 Fundraiser
The Daniel Pearl Magnet High School PTSA is hosting a fundraiser called PearlCon. This event is a mix of car show, craft fair, and comic book convention. Click here for more information.
5/20 - Northridge West Neighborhood Council Ice Cream Social
Celebrate the community, meet neighbors, and best of all, enjoy free ice cream. Follow this link to learn more about this event and beloved community event.
5/20 - Father's Day Card Making at the Chatsworth Library
Come to the Chatsworth Library to create memorable Father's Day cards. It is open to teens and adults. Call (818) 341-4276 for more information.
5/21 - BSA Troop 92 All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Support BSA Troop 92 and buy tickets to their all-you-can-eat breakfast fundraiser. Pre-sale tickets are $10 and tickets at the door are $13. Click here for all the information.
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THROUGHOUT APRIL/MAY
- 118 Freeway Reseda Off-Ramp Update
According to updates provided to my office from Caltrans, work on the 118 Freeway Reseda off-ramp has been delayed due to water mitigation efforts and supply delays. Caltrans' contractor is moving to a seven-day-a-week work schedule and is developing an updated project timeline to share with the public.
Although Caltrans is a state agency, my office has continued to be at the forefront of pushing for progress and updates in recognition of the fact that our community is impacted by the closure, and we will provide updates as they become available.
- San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission April Needs List
The San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission needs a variety of items in April. To see everything they are hoping to receive and how you can donate, follow this link.
- LAHD Webinars for Tenants and Landlords
If you are interested in learning about Los Angeles' current rules regarding tenant protections, follow this link to register for one of LAHD's upcoming sessions.
- Sidney's Sock Project for Hope the Mission
Donate socks to Hope the Mission (formerly Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission) for Sidney's Sock Drive, an initiative spearheaded by the organization's President & CFO's 12-year-old daughter. Donate a pair through their Amazon wish list or by visiting the CD12 Community Service Center, or any of the 20+ locations.
- LADOT Hiring Crossing Guards
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation is accepting applications for new Crossing Guards. Please visit this link to learn more and download an application.
- LASAN's Toiletries Drive
Join Los Angeles Sanitation and Environment and donate unopened toiletries that will be donated to the St. Francis Center and LA Sanitation's Livability Services Division. Click here to see items needed and drop-off locations.
- LASAN's OrganicsLA
Los Angeles Sanitation and Environment customers should use their green bin to dispose of all food scraps and food-soiled paper, along with their existing yard waste. To help residents start collecting food scraps, the City is providing 2-gal kitchen pails. Residents can start making appointments to pick up their pails through the LASAN's scheduling system.
- Free Bulky Item Drop-Off
LA Sanitation & Environment is accepting bulky items at five locations around the City monthly. Click here to see the dates, times, and details.
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LEFT: Cooking up flapjacks at the highly anticipated S.O.L.I.D. Pancake Breakfast fundraiser.
TOP RIGHT: Council District 12's Deputy Chief of Staff Brenton Tesler was recently recognized at the YMCA's Volunteer of the Year.
BOTTOM RIGHT: It was a pleasure to join the Valley Korean American Parents Association for the Annual Youth Olympics.
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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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