In recognition of National Preparedness Month (October), the City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department is sharing important resources and tools on a weekly basis to ensure you and your loved ones are prepared. From sharing tips on what to include in your emergency kit to understanding the basics of making an emergency plan, this […]

Apply for a Speed Hump in Your Neighborhood Everyone deserves safe streets, but if cars are speeding on your residential street, you can apply for a speed hump to be installed. Before applying, please be aware that completing a speed hump request involves multiple steps of engagement and technical review. You should also know that […]

Metro has a plan to make it easier to get around LA, with better transit across the North Valley. The North San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor Project will improve east-west transit service with better access to jobs, education, and essential services. This new approach, called the BRT Network Improvements, is the result of extensive outreach […]

Excessive Heat Continues in Los Angeles Los Angeles is expecting the current extreme heat wave to continue this week.  The City of Los Angeles has air-conditioned cooling centers at designated Recreation and Parks facilities open this Labor Day holiday through Wednesday from 10 am - 9 pm. Please note that due to the holiday City […]

As a community, we have worked hard to make Jesse Owens Park a destination for families in our neighborhood. Coming Soon: Playground New restrooms New concrete Benches Over the next few months, you will see various construction crews by the park as they work to improve the area. How to Help See something? Say something. […]

Internet access is necessary for work, school, healthcare, and more. Unfortunately, high-speed internet remains unaffordable for too many households. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) runs a program, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), that reduces the cost of getting online for people with limited income.  Many internet providers offer fully covered internet plans – meaning you […]

Cierre de la encuesta sobre comedores Al Fresco (al aire libre) Dear Al Fresco Participants and Interested Stakeholders, Earlier this summer, Los Angeles City Planning released two surveys to gather feedback from both the general public and businesses participating in the current LA Al Fresco program. The response has been informative, with nearly 2000 members […]

Below is information on the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline launched in July. The Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional work. In Los Angeles, when someone in emotional (mental) or suicidal distress calls or texts 988, they are immediately connected to a trained professional who can […]

August is the universal birthday given to many shelter dogs as their official birthdates are often unknown. In celebration of 'Dogust', LA Animal Services is once again offering reduced adoption fees throughout this weekend, 8/6 - 8/7, to encourage more folks to come by the shelters and give these furry friends a new lease on […]

The Valley Youth Philharmonic Orchestra is holding an open audition on Saturday, August 20. This open audition is a great opportunity for young musicians to join a program focused on developing and improving their musical abilities. The audition fee is $20 and will take place at the In-Christ Community Church's Choir Room. Please click this link […]

Applications are now open for the L.A. Small Business Academy. This year's academy is focused on addressing the challenges that diverse small businesses in the construction sector face. The academy will focus on upcoming city projects, contract compliance, and more. Those who are accepted must complete all classes to graduate. The application is open through […]

The Greater LA County Vector Control reminds everyone that we no longer have a "mosquito season." Mosquitos remain active throughout the year and can cause sickness and even death. Luckily, there are ways to combat these insects and take back the outdoors, our neighborhoods, and our community. Take a closer look at the important information […]

The Economic Workforce Development Department is preparing to launch another round of the small business rental relief program this coming Monday, July 11. Grants will be of up to $15,000 or six months of back rent, whichever is less. The grant may be used for rent payments that were incurred on or after March 1, 2020 until […]

Animal shelter hours have been updated to expand opportunities to visit and adopt on a walk-in basis. Shelters are open (no appointment needed) on Tuesdays and Thursdays (8AM - 5PM), and on Saturdays and Sundays (11AM-5PM). Shelters are also open by appointment Wednesdays and Fridays (8AM-5PM). Please click here for more information on adopting.

LADWP’s Water System supplied an average of 454 million gallons of water per day to the more than 4 million residents of Los Angeles, its businesses, and visitors in 2021. The city’s water met and surpassed all federal and state drinking health-based water drinking standards set by both the state and federal governments. Follow this […]

The North San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor project is hosting community meetings in June to provide the communities and stakeholders an update on the project. Scroll down to see meeting dates and times — including one meeting that will be virtual. The project is now studying an option that aims to increase connectivity and provide […]

For the first time in two years, the Los Angeles Public Library will be having a full slate of programs for kids and teenagers, with many of the events taking place in-person. From art, poetry, music, yoga, access to digital books, and even the chance to learn a new language, there is no shortage of […]

The City of Los Angeles has moved into Phase 3 of its emergency water conservation ordinance. This ordinance requires all LADWP customers to reduce the number of outdoor watering days from three to two days per week. LADWP has created an informative FAQ that drives home the seriousness of the situation and outlines the goals for our […]

California is less than one week away from the statewide primary election. Election Day is June 7, but every registered voter should have already received a mail-in ballot to cast their votes for governor, senator, secretary-of-state, controller, and more. To count, your vote must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by the county election's […]

Groundbreaking for this project is scheduled for mid-July.

In recognition of National Preparedness Month (October), the City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department is sharing important resources and tools on a weekly basis to ensure you and your loved ones are prepared. From sharing tips on what to include in your emergency kit to understanding the basics of making an emergency plan, this […]

Apply for a Speed Hump in Your Neighborhood Everyone deserves safe streets, but if cars are speeding on your residential street, you can apply for a speed hump to be installed. Before applying, please be aware that completing a speed hump request involves multiple steps of engagement and technical review. You should also know that […]

Metro has a plan to make it easier to get around LA, with better transit across the North Valley. The North San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor Project will improve east-west transit service with better access to jobs, education, and essential services. This new approach, called the BRT Network Improvements, is the result of extensive outreach […]

Excessive Heat Continues in Los Angeles Los Angeles is expecting the current extreme heat wave to continue this week.  The City of Los Angeles has air-conditioned cooling centers at designated Recreation and Parks facilities open this Labor Day holiday through Wednesday from 10 am - 9 pm. Please note that due to the holiday City […]

As a community, we have worked hard to make Jesse Owens Park a destination for families in our neighborhood. Coming Soon: Playground New restrooms New concrete Benches Over the next few months, you will see various construction crews by the park as they work to improve the area. How to Help See something? Say something. […]

Internet access is necessary for work, school, healthcare, and more. Unfortunately, high-speed internet remains unaffordable for too many households. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) runs a program, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), that reduces the cost of getting online for people with limited income.  Many internet providers offer fully covered internet plans – meaning you […]

Cierre de la encuesta sobre comedores Al Fresco (al aire libre) Dear Al Fresco Participants and Interested Stakeholders, Earlier this summer, Los Angeles City Planning released two surveys to gather feedback from both the general public and businesses participating in the current LA Al Fresco program. The response has been informative, with nearly 2000 members […]

Below is information on the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline launched in July. The Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional work. In Los Angeles, when someone in emotional (mental) or suicidal distress calls or texts 988, they are immediately connected to a trained professional who can […]

August is the universal birthday given to many shelter dogs as their official birthdates are often unknown. In celebration of 'Dogust', LA Animal Services is once again offering reduced adoption fees throughout this weekend, 8/6 - 8/7, to encourage more folks to come by the shelters and give these furry friends a new lease on […]

The Valley Youth Philharmonic Orchestra is holding an open audition on Saturday, August 20. This open audition is a great opportunity for young musicians to join a program focused on developing and improving their musical abilities. The audition fee is $20 and will take place at the In-Christ Community Church's Choir Room. Please click this link […]

Applications are now open for the L.A. Small Business Academy. This year's academy is focused on addressing the challenges that diverse small businesses in the construction sector face. The academy will focus on upcoming city projects, contract compliance, and more. Those who are accepted must complete all classes to graduate. The application is open through […]

The Greater LA County Vector Control reminds everyone that we no longer have a "mosquito season." Mosquitos remain active throughout the year and can cause sickness and even death. Luckily, there are ways to combat these insects and take back the outdoors, our neighborhoods, and our community. Take a closer look at the important information […]

The Economic Workforce Development Department is preparing to launch another round of the small business rental relief program this coming Monday, July 11. Grants will be of up to $15,000 or six months of back rent, whichever is less. The grant may be used for rent payments that were incurred on or after March 1, 2020 until […]

Animal shelter hours have been updated to expand opportunities to visit and adopt on a walk-in basis. Shelters are open (no appointment needed) on Tuesdays and Thursdays (8AM - 5PM), and on Saturdays and Sundays (11AM-5PM). Shelters are also open by appointment Wednesdays and Fridays (8AM-5PM). Please click here for more information on adopting.

LADWP’s Water System supplied an average of 454 million gallons of water per day to the more than 4 million residents of Los Angeles, its businesses, and visitors in 2021. The city’s water met and surpassed all federal and state drinking health-based water drinking standards set by both the state and federal governments. Follow this […]

The North San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor project is hosting community meetings in June to provide the communities and stakeholders an update on the project. Scroll down to see meeting dates and times — including one meeting that will be virtual. The project is now studying an option that aims to increase connectivity and provide […]

For the first time in two years, the Los Angeles Public Library will be having a full slate of programs for kids and teenagers, with many of the events taking place in-person. From art, poetry, music, yoga, access to digital books, and even the chance to learn a new language, there is no shortage of […]

The City of Los Angeles has moved into Phase 3 of its emergency water conservation ordinance. This ordinance requires all LADWP customers to reduce the number of outdoor watering days from three to two days per week. LADWP has created an informative FAQ that drives home the seriousness of the situation and outlines the goals for our […]

California is less than one week away from the statewide primary election. Election Day is June 7, but every registered voter should have already received a mail-in ballot to cast their votes for governor, senator, secretary-of-state, controller, and more. To count, your vote must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by the county election's […]

Groundbreaking for this project is scheduled for mid-July.