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August 5, 2023
LADWP Outdoor Watering Update

After observing two-days-a-week outdoor watering restrictions for the past thirteen months, LADWP customers can begin watering outdoor landscapes for up to three-days-a-week. After experiencing a record snowpack, the return to the City's Phase 2 Emergency Water Conservation Ordinance was approved and effective July 27, 2023. The return to three-days-a-week watering means customers with street addresses […]

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July 19, 2023
Filing a Noise/Curfew Complaint for the Van Nuys Airport

https://viewpoint.emsbk.com/vny1 LA CITY ORDINANCES OF NOTE: View detailed information here: https://www.lawa.org/-/media/lawa-web/environment/files/noise-mgt/van-nuys--complete-curfew-ordinance-revised.ashx 155727: Basic Curfew Ordinance (No take-offs between 11pm – 7am) 171889: Additional Curfew Hour (No take-offs between 10pm – 11pm) 181106: Noiser Jet Phase Out (Max noise allowed at any time: As of Jan 1, 2014 = 80dB. As of Jan 1, 2016 = […]

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July 19, 2023
NEW Developments and/or Redevelopments and Land Re-Categorization at VNY Airport Impacts Lake Balboa

On April 19, 2023 Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) opened doors to a “Community Open House” at the Airtel Plaza Hotel to unveil their vision of future land use options at Van Nuys airport (VNY).  The event was followed by a virtual presentation of the “VNY Vision Study” on April 22, 2023.  LAWA’s Virtual presentation […]

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July 14, 2023
Heat-Related Safety Tips and Resources

The San Fernando Valley is no stranger to intense heat waves as this past week has demonstrated. With July bringing in some of the hottest days of the year so far, it is important to be informed of all heat-related safety tips and resources especially as temperatures are expected to continue rising over the weekend: […]

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July 3, 2023
Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events 2023

Your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks, parades, and celebrations around Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley As Independence Day nears, it's time to ready the barbeque and find out where Fourth of July fireworks and other star-spangled celebrations are going on throughout the San Fernando Valley and nearby communities. Do note the date […]

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June 27, 2023
Election: Today Is the Last Day to Vote in LA City Council District 6 Race

Imelda Padilla and Marisa Alcaraz vie to replace Nury Martinez. Vote centers close at 8 pm tonight. After more than eight months of speeches and a crowded primary election that narrowed the candidates to two, the runoff to replace former Councilmember Nury Martinez on the Los Angeles City Council will come down to voting day Tuesday, June 27. […]

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June 24, 2023
Have a great 4th of July, but leave fireworks to the professionals

Personal possession or use of fireworks in Los Angels is illegal. There are dozens of FREE fireworks shows in Los Angeles. Take the entire family and enjoy watching the "rockets' red glare" under the stars. Find a free show at lafd.org or call (888) 654-FIRE.

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June 2, 2023
State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel to Swear in our New Board on Wednesday, June 7

We are proud to announce State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel will be attending our LBNC meeting to swear in our new board members on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. Lake Balboa is a new addition to Jesse Gabriel's district. He would like to meet as many new stakeholders as possible. Bring family members and neighbors! Meet and […]

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May 26, 2023
L.A.'s $13 Billion Budget Signed for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year

Today Mayor Bass signed the City Council approved $13 billion budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The budget includes an unprecedented $1.3 billion to address housing and homelessness and approximately $3.2 billion for the Los Angeles Police Department. Regarding LAPD, the budget seeks to restore staffing levels to 9,500 officers, hire additional civilian personnel and […]

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May 10, 2023
How Many City Council Districts Should We Have? Join the City-Wide Conversation

After the leaked tape of the three Councilmembers making racist and offensive remarks during the previous 2021 redistricting process for City Council boundaries, the City of Los Angeles is now in the process of considering reforms to the redistricting process, including discussion of how many Council Districts should there be, how many residents should each […]

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May 8, 2023
City of Los Angeles - Emergency Management Department - NOTIFY LA

City of Los Angeles - Emergency Management Department - NOTIFY LA WELCOME TO THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES EMERGENCY ALERT PORTAL Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our emergency alerts through Everbridge. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, […]

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May 1, 2023
Notice of Preparation of a Program Environmental Impact Report and Notice of Public Scoping Meetings

(Traducción al español a continuación) PROJECT:  Comprehensive Plastics Reduction Program LEAD AGENCY:  City of Los Angeles - Bureau of Sanitation REVIEW PERIOD:  May 1, 2023 through May 30, 2023 The City of Los Angeles (City), as the Lead Agency, through its Bureau of Sanitation (LA Sanitation and Environment, LASAN), is preparing a Program Environmental Impact Report […]

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April 21, 2023
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 […]

Read More
April 21, 2023
Restaurants Care Resilience 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 […]

Read More
April 18, 2023
LA City Council In 2023: Your Guide To Who's Who (And What They Do)

Things are settling down after a period of scandals and elections. New faces are in, and longstanding members are gone. We help you understand who's who and what's next. Los Angeles voters changed out multiple City Council members after the 2022 election, but 2023 is shaping up to be an evolving year of its own. […]

Read More
April 18, 2023
LAUSD Deal Reached For Smaller Class Sizes, 21% Teacher Raises

The Los Angeles Unified School District and the teacher's union announced a tentative labor deal Tuesday morning. The Los Angeles Unified School District and the union representing its teachers announced Tuesday they have reached a tentative labor agreement that includes a 21% salary increase and reductions in class sizes. "With this tentative agreement, LAUSD now […]

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April 14, 2023
10th Annual Earth Day Celebration

Celebrate National Earth Day April 15, 2023 Saturday from 10 AM - 2 PM Tarzana Recreation Center 5655 Vanalden Ave Tarzana, CA 91356 Reduce. Reuse, Recycle. Do Your Part!

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April 14, 2023
Sepulveda Basin Vision Plan Survey

Please help us understand how you currently use the Sepulveda Basin and how we can reimagine the space by completing a brief questionnaire by visiting www.surveymonkey.com/r/SBVP1. Click here for more information about the Sepulveda Basin Vision Plan: https://eng.lacity.org/sepulveda-basin-vision-plan The survey is available in other languages: En Español

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April 14, 2023
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 […]

Read More
April 5, 2023
Two Interactive Community Open Houses to Envision Future Land Uses at Van Nuys Airport

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) invites you to attend one of two interactive Community Open Houses to envision future land uses at Van Nuys Airport. This is an opportunity for you to provide input and ask questions. Your involvement in this process is essential to achieve a balanced land use vision for Van Nuys Airport. In-Person Community […]

Read More
August 5, 2023
LADWP Outdoor Watering Update

After observing two-days-a-week outdoor watering restrictions for the past thirteen months, LADWP customers can begin watering outdoor landscapes for up to three-days-a-week. After experiencing a record snowpack, the return to the City's Phase 2 Emergency Water Conservation Ordinance was approved and effective July 27, 2023. The return to three-days-a-week watering means customers with street addresses […]

Read More
July 19, 2023
Filing a Noise/Curfew Complaint for the Van Nuys Airport

https://viewpoint.emsbk.com/vny1 LA CITY ORDINANCES OF NOTE: View detailed information here: https://www.lawa.org/-/media/lawa-web/environment/files/noise-mgt/van-nuys--complete-curfew-ordinance-revised.ashx 155727: Basic Curfew Ordinance (No take-offs between 11pm – 7am) 171889: Additional Curfew Hour (No take-offs between 10pm – 11pm) 181106: Noiser Jet Phase Out (Max noise allowed at any time: As of Jan 1, 2014 = 80dB. As of Jan 1, 2016 = […]

Read More
July 19, 2023
NEW Developments and/or Redevelopments and Land Re-Categorization at VNY Airport Impacts Lake Balboa

On April 19, 2023 Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) opened doors to a “Community Open House” at the Airtel Plaza Hotel to unveil their vision of future land use options at Van Nuys airport (VNY).  The event was followed by a virtual presentation of the “VNY Vision Study” on April 22, 2023.  LAWA’s Virtual presentation […]

Read More
July 14, 2023
Heat-Related Safety Tips and Resources

The San Fernando Valley is no stranger to intense heat waves as this past week has demonstrated. With July bringing in some of the hottest days of the year so far, it is important to be informed of all heat-related safety tips and resources especially as temperatures are expected to continue rising over the weekend: […]

Read More
July 3, 2023
Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events 2023

Your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks, parades, and celebrations around Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley As Independence Day nears, it's time to ready the barbeque and find out where Fourth of July fireworks and other star-spangled celebrations are going on throughout the San Fernando Valley and nearby communities. Do note the date […]

Read More
June 27, 2023
Election: Today Is the Last Day to Vote in LA City Council District 6 Race

Imelda Padilla and Marisa Alcaraz vie to replace Nury Martinez. Vote centers close at 8 pm tonight. After more than eight months of speeches and a crowded primary election that narrowed the candidates to two, the runoff to replace former Councilmember Nury Martinez on the Los Angeles City Council will come down to voting day Tuesday, June 27. […]

Read More
June 24, 2023
Have a great 4th of July, but leave fireworks to the professionals

Personal possession or use of fireworks in Los Angels is illegal. There are dozens of FREE fireworks shows in Los Angeles. Take the entire family and enjoy watching the "rockets' red glare" under the stars. Find a free show at lafd.org or call (888) 654-FIRE.

Read More
June 2, 2023
State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel to Swear in our New Board on Wednesday, June 7

We are proud to announce State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel will be attending our LBNC meeting to swear in our new board members on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. Lake Balboa is a new addition to Jesse Gabriel's district. He would like to meet as many new stakeholders as possible. Bring family members and neighbors! Meet and […]

Read More
May 26, 2023
L.A.'s $13 Billion Budget Signed for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year

Today Mayor Bass signed the City Council approved $13 billion budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The budget includes an unprecedented $1.3 billion to address housing and homelessness and approximately $3.2 billion for the Los Angeles Police Department. Regarding LAPD, the budget seeks to restore staffing levels to 9,500 officers, hire additional civilian personnel and […]

Read More
May 10, 2023
How Many City Council Districts Should We Have? Join the City-Wide Conversation

After the leaked tape of the three Councilmembers making racist and offensive remarks during the previous 2021 redistricting process for City Council boundaries, the City of Los Angeles is now in the process of considering reforms to the redistricting process, including discussion of how many Council Districts should there be, how many residents should each […]

Read More
May 8, 2023
City of Los Angeles - Emergency Management Department - NOTIFY LA

City of Los Angeles - Emergency Management Department - NOTIFY LA WELCOME TO THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES EMERGENCY ALERT PORTAL Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our emergency alerts through Everbridge. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, […]

Read More
May 1, 2023
Notice of Preparation of a Program Environmental Impact Report and Notice of Public Scoping Meetings

(Traducción al español a continuación) PROJECT:  Comprehensive Plastics Reduction Program LEAD AGENCY:  City of Los Angeles - Bureau of Sanitation REVIEW PERIOD:  May 1, 2023 through May 30, 2023 The City of Los Angeles (City), as the Lead Agency, through its Bureau of Sanitation (LA Sanitation and Environment, LASAN), is preparing a Program Environmental Impact Report […]

Read More
April 21, 2023
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 […]

Read More
April 21, 2023
Restaurants Care Resilience 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 […]

Read More
April 18, 2023
LA City Council In 2023: Your Guide To Who's Who (And What They Do)

Things are settling down after a period of scandals and elections. New faces are in, and longstanding members are gone. We help you understand who's who and what's next. Los Angeles voters changed out multiple City Council members after the 2022 election, but 2023 is shaping up to be an evolving year of its own. […]

Read More
April 18, 2023
LAUSD Deal Reached For Smaller Class Sizes, 21% Teacher Raises

The Los Angeles Unified School District and the teacher's union announced a tentative labor deal Tuesday morning. The Los Angeles Unified School District and the union representing its teachers announced Tuesday they have reached a tentative labor agreement that includes a 21% salary increase and reductions in class sizes. "With this tentative agreement, LAUSD now […]

Read More
April 14, 2023
10th Annual Earth Day Celebration

Celebrate National Earth Day April 15, 2023 Saturday from 10 AM - 2 PM Tarzana Recreation Center 5655 Vanalden Ave Tarzana, CA 91356 Reduce. Reuse, Recycle. Do Your Part!

Read More
April 14, 2023
Sepulveda Basin Vision Plan Survey

Please help us understand how you currently use the Sepulveda Basin and how we can reimagine the space by completing a brief questionnaire by visiting www.surveymonkey.com/r/SBVP1. Click here for more information about the Sepulveda Basin Vision Plan: https://eng.lacity.org/sepulveda-basin-vision-plan The survey is available in other languages: En Español

Read More
April 14, 2023
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 […]

Read More
April 5, 2023
Two Interactive Community Open Houses to Envision Future Land Uses at Van Nuys Airport

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) invites you to attend one of two interactive Community Open Houses to envision future land uses at Van Nuys Airport. This is an opportunity for you to provide input and ask questions. Your involvement in this process is essential to achieve a balanced land use vision for Van Nuys Airport. In-Person Community […]

Read More
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