This week, I had the privilege of taking part in various celebrations to acknowledge the work of the many people in our city who make Los Angeles what it is and contribute to its vibrancy.
From celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month at City Hall with AAPI leaders from across the city to honoring dedicated individuals at the YMCA Annual Association Dinner, and even having the chance to shine a spotlight on some of the most incredible and inspirational women in the San Fernando Valley, it is truly amazing to see the sheer number of people who care for and work towards a better Los Angeles.
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Round 3 Small Business Rental Assistance
Round 3 of the Small Business Rental Assistance Program is now open through May 24. This program hosted by the Los Angeles Economic Workforce Development Department provides businesses that are in need of COVID-19 financial recovery assistance with grants. Businesses must be located in the City of LA, in operation before March 2020, and if you were rejected previously due to lack of documentation, you are now eligible to apply.
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
5/17 - Chatsworth-Porter Ranch Chamber of Commerce Mix & Mingle
Swing by the Elks Lodge to meet both current and prospective members of the Chatsworth-Porter Ranch Chamber of Commerce. Click here to see the flyer.
5/20 - ONEGeneration Senior Symposium
ONEGeneration invites you to their annual Senior Symposium for a morning of music, zumba, free health screenings and so much more. Follow this link to register for the event.
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 - Mother's Day Appreciation Event with Shades of Motherhood
Shades of Motherhood and Rock the Spectrum Northridge invite all mothers to a day of pampering with a team of Paul Mitchell School hairstylists and manicurists. Here's the info.
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.
5/24 - LA City Equestrian Advisory Board Meeting
If you are passionate about the equestrian community, we urge you to attend this event to discuss the current and future plans for this important Valley tradition. Click here to view the flyer.
5/27 - Providence Holy Cross Medical Center Stroke Health Fair
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center will be hosting a free stroke health fair that will provide health education and screenings, and meet and greets. Click here to learn more.
5/27 - Magnolia Science Academy 7 Seeking Volunteers
MSA -7 is looking for volunteers to spend a day outside working together and making a difference for students by planting & regreening areas hard hit by the pandemic. Click here to register.
5/27 - VCC All Street Clean Up Along Reseda
Come and make a difference in your community by helping clean our streets. VCC supplies the grabbers, bags, and vests for you. You only need to bring your passion for a clean community.
6/11 - Valley Youth Philharmonic Orchestra Spring Concert
The talented ensemble of young musicians invite you to their upcoming spring concert at In-Christ Community Church. Please follow this link to view the flyer.
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THROUGHOUT MAY
- Robert M. Wilkinson Multipurpose Center Programming
The Wilkinson Center is offering classes to help people stay in their best cardiovascular health. Click here to learn more.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 bins 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.
- Economic Opportunity Grant Program
Phase 2 of the Economic Opportunity Grant Program is now open and invites small businesses and nonprofits to apply. Click here to learn more and to apply.
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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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