Earlier this week I had the pleasure of joining the City of Los Angeles' Department of Recreation and Parks, the Bureau of Engineering, and community leaders for the grand reopening of the Chatsworth Park North Baseball Fields! After many months of work, the park has been significantly upgraded with a new irrigation system, grading and reseeding of the field, a new water fountain, the installation of new bleachers, and general improvements to the three existing baseball fields.
As your Councilmember, it remains critically important for me to find ways to maintain our district's open spaces, improve locations that are meaningful and historic to our community, and ensure that kids have access to safe and modern recreational spaces.
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COMMUNITY SAFETY AT PETIT PARK
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The brash and egregious crimes at Petit Park have rightfully struck a chord with the local community. My office is working with various departments including the LAPD, Recreation & Parks, and the Mayor’s office to crack down on violence in the park and surrounding areas.
Throughout this week, LAPD has deployed extra patrols within and around the park beginning in the afternoon hours to help deter any type of potential criminal activity. Additionally, the Mayor’s Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development has been deployed to the area to assist in community outreach and provide assistance to any victims.
We will continue working on solutions to improve safety at the park and address the concerns of neighbors in the area.
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Free Business Consulting Service at CSUN
The Nazarian College Small Business Consulting Program at California State University, Northridge, provides free consulting services to small businesses in the San Fernando Valley region. Under the guidance of expert faculty, Nazarian College students provide much-needed support, analysis, and recommendations for small business owners. Each client is assigned a team of three to five students who conduct in-depth client intake interviews; collect client financial records for analysis; research and analyze clients’ self-identified challenges; prepare and submit written reports; and secure a six-month post-consultation survey, among other activities. Small businesses can apply here: https://www.csun.edu/nazarianconsult
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LA County Heart Heroes
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is committed to training 500,000 county residents in the skill of Hands-Only CPR. To make this incredible feat a reality, the department has set up multiple trainings throughout the county at sporting and entertainment venues, colleges, churches, and throughout various communities. If you are interested in learning this life-saving skill and want to help them reach their goal, follow this link to learn more and find the nearest training near you.
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Devonshire PALS School Supply Drive
The LAPD Devonshire PALS Youth Center is asking the community to help their efforts to collect and donate school supplies for the youth as they prepare for their return to school. Backpacks, mechanical pencils, notebooks, pens, and anything students may need to be successful for the coming school year are welcome. Click here to view the flyer and learn more information on how you can help.
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LACI Founders Business Accelerator
LACI’s Founders Business Accelerator (FBA) increases the economic, community, and environmental impact of small businesses and micro-enterprises throughout Los Angeles. During this free, six-month virtual program, participants will develop a powerful strategy to grow in today’s rapidly changing business landscape. Participants will receive training and individual support from LACI’s highly accomplished Executives-In-Residence and other industry experts, who will help strengthen your business plan, tap into vital resources and accelerate your success.
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LAHD Webinars for Landlords
With various changes to rules and regulations regarding rental properties, the Los Angeles Housing Department is hosting a series of webinars for landlords to learn more about the city's ordinances. Specifically, these webinars will provide an overview of no-fault evictions allowed under the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) and the recently passed Just Cause Ordinance (JSO). Follow this link to sign up for one of the upcoming Wednesday sessions.
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LASAN Lateral Rebate Program
The City of Los Angeles, LA Sanitation & Environment (LASAN), is offering two sewer lateral rebates on a first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon the completeness and accuracy of the rebate application and supporting documentation, and are available until annually allocated funds are exhausted. All property owners who own residential, multifamily, commercial, and/or industrial property, and are in good standing with their sewer service charge fees paid to the City of Los Angeles, are eligible to apply. Click here to learn more and apply (make sure you are logged into your MyLA311 account before applying.)
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Dr. David Ramey
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Council District 12 is one of the places in Los Angeles that continues to cultivate and encourage equestrian tradition. Horsemanship has a long history in our community and even today, you will find organizations and individuals who are dedicated to the preservation of this culture and the well-being of horses throughout the district. One of those very individuals is Dr. David Ramey, who works as an equine veterinarian in the Chatsworth community.
Dr. David Ramey graduated from the Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1983. Following his graduation, Dr. Ramey completed an internship in Equine Medicine and Surgery at Iowa State University, entered private equine practice in Southern California in 1984, and then set up his ambulatory clinical practice, Ramey Equine, in 1987. Dr. Ramey’s practice specializes in the care and treatment of sport and pleasure horses. He cares for a diverse group of horses, from top-level hunters and jumpers to pleasure horses, miniature horses, and even the occasional donkey.
In addition to being a full-time practitioner, Dr. Ramey is also an internationally recognized researcher, author, lecturer, and blogger. He has written 13 books, 5 book chapters, and has had over 70 papers published in professional journals. He has lectured on various topics in universities, expos, and conventions around the United States, as well as Canada, Australia, and the UK. Dr. Ramey is also the current president of the Los Angeles Equine Advisory Committee, established by the City Council in 2008 to advise on matters pertaining to horses in Los Angeles.
A Chatsworth resident since 1998, Dr. Ramey lives with his wife, Marissa, and their irrepressible puggle, Funny. Dr. Ramey is especially proud of his two sons, both of whom attended Sierra Canyon School in Chatsworth. His son Jackson is an accomplished linguist in service to the US Navy, and his son Aidan is an electrical engineer working at NASA's famed Ames Research Lab in Mountain View, CA.
We thank Dr. Ramey for his advocacy, leadership, and care for the horses in Council District 12 and the City of Los Angeles. If you would like to learn more about Dr. Ramey and Ramey Equine, follow this link.
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8/1 - National Night Out at Northridge Park
Come by Northridge Park to celebrate National Night Out with Council District 12 and the LAPD Devonshire Division.
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7/28 - Granada Hills Library Robot Building & Animatronics
The Granada Hills Library invites you to a Robot Building & Animatronics presentation where you can learn more about engineering and see some robots up close.
8/5 - 21st Annual LAPD & LAFD St. Baldrick's Event
The St. Baldrick's Foundation's LAPD & LAFD Head Shaving Fundraiser is back. Come watch first responders shave their heads to raise funds for childhood cancer research grants.
8/5, 8/19 - Hikes at the Santa Susana Pass
Come to one of the upcoming hikes at the Santana Susana Pass State Historic Park. Hike to an overlook and enjoy a spectacular view of the San Fernando Valley. Click here for more info.
8/26 - Texas Hold'em Casino Night with VFW Post 2323
All-American VFW Post 2323 invites you to a casino night fundraiser. Click here to view all of the details. Please note that the date for this event was recently changed.
8/26 - Sharing a Story with BARK Therapy Dogs
Kids are invited to the Chatsworth Branch Library to improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs from the BARK program.
8/31 - Bling Bling Bunco with the Granada Hills Woman's Club
The Granada Hills Woman's Club is hosting a fundraiser where guests will show off their most outrageous jewelry. A $25 donation is required to attend.
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TOP: CD12 staff dropped by the GNC of Granada Hills to congratulate them on their 10th anniversary.
BOTTOM: Council District 12's Rapid Response Team is available to quickly address illegal dumping. Call (818) 882-1212 or email Councilmember.Lee@lacity.org to report an issue and request pickup.
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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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