This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives, ensuring that their courage and service are never forgotten.

The Los Angeles City Council recently passed the budget for the upcoming fiscal year after a lengthy meeting. The budget addresses challenges posed by reduced revenue and rising costs, requiring difficult decisions to allocate limited resources effectively. Key highlights of the approved budget include funding for: Hiring 574 additional police officers Inside Safe housing program […]

Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore is retiring at the end of February, which means L.A. is on the hunt for a new leader in one of its most challenging jobs. Turnover in the police chief role happens every five to 10 years. Here’s your refresher on what the chief does, how the selection process will […]

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has appointed Carmen Chang as the new General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Neighborhood Empowerment (DONE), an announcement confirmed by the Los Angeles City Council. Chang emphasized her commitment to inclusivity and representation in her new role: "I am honored to be appointed to serve as General Manager […]

Optimize your budgeting with Level Pay monthly billing, a hassle-free payment plan that evens out seasonal fluctuations in your utility bills. With predictable monthly payments, you'll know exactly how much to budget each month, regardless of the season. All residential and multi-residential customers with eligible services, even those currently behind on their bills, can enroll. […]

The price you see on the menu is what you'll pay for your meal (plus taxes) under a state law that has the restaurant industry fuming. From automatic service charges to vague "living wage" fees, California restaurants have increasingly been tacking on extra costs to diners' bills in recent years, much to customers' chagrin. But […]

Saturday, May 18 · 9am - 12pm PDT ONEgeneration's Intergenerational Daycare Center 17400 Victory Blvd Van Nuys, CA 91406 If tickets are not available, walk-ins are accepted!! We look forward to seeing you at the event, open from 9am to 12pm. Register in advance for a complimentary extra raffle ticket. This event is open to […]

LA Sanitation & Environment (LASAN) and the City of Los Angeles are committed to reducing plastic pollution in our communities. Source reduction or preventing waste from being generated in the first place is the most effective waste management strategy. Visit lacitysan.org/sourcereduction to find out more about our plastics reduction programs and initiatives. Below is an overview […]

The Neighborhood Council Budget Advocates are sponsoring a virtual Town Hall on the Mayor's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, which will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom.  Register here. The Mayor is required by the City Charter to release her Proposed Budget for the next fiscal year by […]

The State of the City is happening TONIGHT at the halls of the people’s house — City Hall. You can join the live stream at 5:30 PM on Mayor.LACity.gov/SOTC2024. Become a part of the conversation on X (formerly Twitter) by using the hashtag #SOTC2024 and follow us at @MayorOfLA. Looking forward to sharing the progress and future […]

The City of Los Angeles is thrilled to announce the revival of its highly sought-after free home-delivered meal program for seniors. The Rapid Response Senior Meals Program is crafted with care and tailored exclusively for seniors residing in the City of Los Angeles who could benefit from additional food support. Participants will receive five free […]

CITYWIDE RESIDENTIAL SPEED HUMP PROGRAM Request and Approval Process (New application requirements - PLEASE READ) Step 1. Online Application - A Block Representative for the street should go online at https://ladot.lacity.gov/projects/safety-programs/speed-humps to find the next available open application period to apply for speed humps on their street segment. You will need to know the City […]

Do you have concerns about community safety? Mayor Karen Bass wants to hear from you. Please complete this survey to share your thoughts about ways to improve safety in the City of Los Angeles. Your input will help the City improve services and expand safety programs. Click here to take the Community Safety Survey

Dear Stakeholders: I'm thrilled to report that we are starting to see a direct impact from our work at the Neighborhood Council! At Thursday's meeting of the City of Los Angeles Travel, Trade, and Tourism Committee (TTT), the Committee voted in alignment with the Lake Balboa Neighborhood Council and our community. Below are the recommendations from the […]

Ways to submit a claim for pothole damage to your tires, wheels, or to your car from hitting damaging potholes in local streets. Be aware that the city will honor the claim only if the pothole has been reported before your damage claim.

Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Alert Overview Heavy rainfall is continuing in the region, resulting in a flood warning and flood watch. The National Weather Service reports significant rainfall in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Los Angeles counties, with some areas receiving up to five inches of rain. The storm has also caused power outages in the […]

Today is the deadline to repay rent owed between October 1, 2021, and January 31, 2023. The City of Los Angeles is working to prevent renter households from losing their homes and is spreading the message about resources available to help prevent Angelenos from self-evicting. (Lea este boletín de noticias en español) | (한국어로 된 뉴스레터는 여기서 […]

The 6.7 quake in 1994 revealed crucial information for experts and residents to get ready next time When the Northridge earthquake struck the San Fernando Valley in the early hours of Jan. 17, 1994, Craig Renetzky and his family were asleep at home in Reseda three miles from the quake’s epicenter. As walls and windows […]

The LAKE BALBOA HOLIDAY PARADE is a community parade that will take place on December 23rd beginning at 5 pm at the private residence of the Middletons located at 7944 Paso Robles Avenue. Neighbors, Friends, and Families will decorate their bicycles, wagons, mopeds, themselves, and other modes of transportation with lights and bells. The parade […]

Calling all aspiring leaders – applications for the 2024 EmpowerLA Youth Conference are now open! The Department of Neighborhood Empowerment is looking for 50 young people from across Los Angeles to participate in a day-long event focused on civic engagement, local government, and community impact. Spend the day at Los Angeles City Hall learning from […]

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives, ensuring that their courage and service are never forgotten.

The Los Angeles City Council recently passed the budget for the upcoming fiscal year after a lengthy meeting. The budget addresses challenges posed by reduced revenue and rising costs, requiring difficult decisions to allocate limited resources effectively. Key highlights of the approved budget include funding for: Hiring 574 additional police officers Inside Safe housing program […]

Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore is retiring at the end of February, which means L.A. is on the hunt for a new leader in one of its most challenging jobs. Turnover in the police chief role happens every five to 10 years. Here’s your refresher on what the chief does, how the selection process will […]

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has appointed Carmen Chang as the new General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Neighborhood Empowerment (DONE), an announcement confirmed by the Los Angeles City Council. Chang emphasized her commitment to inclusivity and representation in her new role: "I am honored to be appointed to serve as General Manager […]

Optimize your budgeting with Level Pay monthly billing, a hassle-free payment plan that evens out seasonal fluctuations in your utility bills. With predictable monthly payments, you'll know exactly how much to budget each month, regardless of the season. All residential and multi-residential customers with eligible services, even those currently behind on their bills, can enroll. […]

The price you see on the menu is what you'll pay for your meal (plus taxes) under a state law that has the restaurant industry fuming. From automatic service charges to vague "living wage" fees, California restaurants have increasingly been tacking on extra costs to diners' bills in recent years, much to customers' chagrin. But […]

Saturday, May 18 · 9am - 12pm PDT ONEgeneration's Intergenerational Daycare Center 17400 Victory Blvd Van Nuys, CA 91406 If tickets are not available, walk-ins are accepted!! We look forward to seeing you at the event, open from 9am to 12pm. Register in advance for a complimentary extra raffle ticket. This event is open to […]

LA Sanitation & Environment (LASAN) and the City of Los Angeles are committed to reducing plastic pollution in our communities. Source reduction or preventing waste from being generated in the first place is the most effective waste management strategy. Visit lacitysan.org/sourcereduction to find out more about our plastics reduction programs and initiatives. Below is an overview […]

The Neighborhood Council Budget Advocates are sponsoring a virtual Town Hall on the Mayor's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, which will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom.  Register here. The Mayor is required by the City Charter to release her Proposed Budget for the next fiscal year by […]

The State of the City is happening TONIGHT at the halls of the people’s house — City Hall. You can join the live stream at 5:30 PM on Mayor.LACity.gov/SOTC2024. Become a part of the conversation on X (formerly Twitter) by using the hashtag #SOTC2024 and follow us at @MayorOfLA. Looking forward to sharing the progress and future […]

The City of Los Angeles is thrilled to announce the revival of its highly sought-after free home-delivered meal program for seniors. The Rapid Response Senior Meals Program is crafted with care and tailored exclusively for seniors residing in the City of Los Angeles who could benefit from additional food support. Participants will receive five free […]

CITYWIDE RESIDENTIAL SPEED HUMP PROGRAM Request and Approval Process (New application requirements - PLEASE READ) Step 1. Online Application - A Block Representative for the street should go online at https://ladot.lacity.gov/projects/safety-programs/speed-humps to find the next available open application period to apply for speed humps on their street segment. You will need to know the City […]

Do you have concerns about community safety? Mayor Karen Bass wants to hear from you. Please complete this survey to share your thoughts about ways to improve safety in the City of Los Angeles. Your input will help the City improve services and expand safety programs. Click here to take the Community Safety Survey

Dear Stakeholders: I'm thrilled to report that we are starting to see a direct impact from our work at the Neighborhood Council! At Thursday's meeting of the City of Los Angeles Travel, Trade, and Tourism Committee (TTT), the Committee voted in alignment with the Lake Balboa Neighborhood Council and our community. Below are the recommendations from the […]

Ways to submit a claim for pothole damage to your tires, wheels, or to your car from hitting damaging potholes in local streets. Be aware that the city will honor the claim only if the pothole has been reported before your damage claim.

Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Alert Overview Heavy rainfall is continuing in the region, resulting in a flood warning and flood watch. The National Weather Service reports significant rainfall in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Los Angeles counties, with some areas receiving up to five inches of rain. The storm has also caused power outages in the […]

Today is the deadline to repay rent owed between October 1, 2021, and January 31, 2023. The City of Los Angeles is working to prevent renter households from losing their homes and is spreading the message about resources available to help prevent Angelenos from self-evicting. (Lea este boletín de noticias en español) | (한국어로 된 뉴스레터는 여기서 […]

The 6.7 quake in 1994 revealed crucial information for experts and residents to get ready next time When the Northridge earthquake struck the San Fernando Valley in the early hours of Jan. 17, 1994, Craig Renetzky and his family were asleep at home in Reseda three miles from the quake’s epicenter. As walls and windows […]

The LAKE BALBOA HOLIDAY PARADE is a community parade that will take place on December 23rd beginning at 5 pm at the private residence of the Middletons located at 7944 Paso Robles Avenue. Neighbors, Friends, and Families will decorate their bicycles, wagons, mopeds, themselves, and other modes of transportation with lights and bells. The parade […]

Calling all aspiring leaders – applications for the 2024 EmpowerLA Youth Conference are now open! The Department of Neighborhood Empowerment is looking for 50 young people from across Los Angeles to participate in a day-long event focused on civic engagement, local government, and community impact. Spend the day at Los Angeles City Hall learning from […]