Frustrated by city inaction, residents and airport tenants push for a solution For years, residents near Van Nuys Airport have asked the city for relief from noise and emissions affecting their neighborhood. They've attended meetings, gathered signatures, and repeatedly contacted city officials, but little has changed. Residents are now working directly with Van Nuys Airport […]

LAWA (the authority that owns and operates LAX and Van Nuys Airport) is proposing a new landing fee at Van Nuys Airport (VNY), set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The proposed fees aim to help cover the rising costs of maintaining and upgrading airfield infrastructure. The landing fee will be based on aircraft […]

From the office of State Senator Henry Stern (CA District 27): We are excited to announce a call for artists within our district to submit their artwork for a special contest. The winning pieces will be proudly displayed in our Capitol office, showcasing the incredible talent from Senate District 27! This is an opportunity for […]

Keep Los Angeles clean and vibrant by using MyLA311! Whether it’s through the app, website, or simply calling 311, MyLA311 is the best and most direct way to report issues on our city streets including illegal dumping, potholes, graffiti, animal services, and so much more. The Board of Public Works is once again hosting MyLA311 […]

The Department of Recreation and Parks is launching the first phase of the Park Needs Assessment and they want to hear from you! This is your chance to get involved, share your thoughts and help shape the future of L.A's parks and recreational spaces. You can participate at needs.parks.lacity.gov or attend a live session... Saturday, March 8 10:00 […]

The City’s civil rights department, LA Civil Rights, is receiving reports that some banks may be illegally closing or restricting the accounts of depositors with Armenian surnames. One bank has already been penalized for this illegal conduct. If you know someone whose bank account was closed or restricted without a clear explanation, and you believe […]

Los Angeles Metro is set to close the Van Nuys G Line Station for three years, beginning Friday, February 21, 2025, to facilitate major infrastructure improvements. This closure is part of a $668 million upgrade to the 18-mile Metro "G Line" Bus Line (BRT), aimed at enhancing travel efficiency and reducing traffic congestion. What’s Changing? […]

Financial Assistance Available for Recovery Small businesses and workers impacted by recent wildfires in Los Angeles now have access to financial relief. The City of LA, in partnership with the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), has launched the LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds to support those affected. Grant Opportunities Eligible […]

Storm to Bring Heavy Rain, Potential Mudslides, and Flooding to Burn Areas Southern California residents are bracing for a powerful storm expected to bring significant rainfall between Wednesday and Friday. The storm poses a heightened risk of mudslides and debris flows in areas recently scorched by wildfires. Flood Watches in Place for Burn Scar Areas […]

The Lake Balboa Neighborhood Council will present a comprehensive list of community needs and concerns to Councilmember Imelda Padilla at the upcoming board meeting on February 5, 2025. Key topics include public safety issues in the Sepulveda Basin, the future of Van Nuys and Whiteman Airports, land use developments, improvements for the local dog park, […]

The Los Angeles City Council has approved a $25,000 relief fund to help residents of the northeast San Fernando Valley recover from the devastating wildfires earlier this month. The fund is aimed at assisting those who experienced income loss due to the disaster. Relief Fund Overview This relief initiative, led by Councilwoman Imelda Padilla, focuses […]

We want to take a moment to thank our first responders, activists, and community members for stepping up during this challenging time. Your efforts—whether through resource-sharing, outreach, or direct action—are truly making a difference and show the strength and resilience of our community. With so much information circulating, we’ve compiled a list of resources to […]

LADWP customers experiencing outages should expect crews to respond within 24-48 hours from the time outages are reported. Report outages, see outage alerts, and track the status of outages at: https://www.ladwp.com/outages Contact LADWP: 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397) MyLA 311 connects you to city services and info; use it to report fallen trees, request cleanups, etc. Dial 311 […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an alert for a severe windstorm expected to impact Ventura and Los Angeles counties from Tuesday, January 7, through Wednesday, January 8. Winds are expected to reach 50-80 mph, with gusts up to 100 mph in some areas. In Los Angeles, Red Flag Parking Restrictions will be in […]

Enjoy Free Rides on LA Metro This Holiday Season LA Metro is once again offering free rides on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve to ensure safe and convenient travel during the holidays. From 4 a.m. on December 24 to 3 a.m. on December 25, passengers can ride Metro buses and trains for free. Free […]

The California E-Bike Incentive Project is a statewide consumer-facing incentive program that aims to provide point-of-sale voucher incentives — for the purchase of electric bicycles (e-bikes) — to residents in disadvantaged communities, low-income communities, and low-income households with an annual household income of less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). The base incentive […]

California Takes Action on Bird Flu Outbreak Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in response to California's rising bird flu cases. The announcement follows confirmation from the CDC of a severe human case in Louisiana. “This proclamation is a targeted action to ensure government agencies have the resources and flexibility they need […]

LA County Launches Program to Cancel $800M in Medical Debt for 200K Angelenos Los Angeles County is tackling medical debt head-on, offering relief to hundreds of thousands of residents burdened by unpaid bills. Through a groundbreaking initiative, the county plans to clear $800 million in medical debt for low-income residents, helping alleviate financial stress for […]

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

Join us for a Virtual Community Meeting as Metro plans for Housing in the Valley  Balboa Station Virtual Community Meeting  Thursday, December 12, 6 pm – 7:30 pm Zoom link: bit.ly/BalboaMtg Call-In: 888.788.0099 Webinar ID: 884 1046 0828  Metro is currently planning housing near Balboa Station and is seeking input from the community on the architectural […]

Frustrated by city inaction, residents and airport tenants push for a solution For years, residents near Van Nuys Airport have asked the city for relief from noise and emissions affecting their neighborhood. They've attended meetings, gathered signatures, and repeatedly contacted city officials, but little has changed. Residents are now working directly with Van Nuys Airport […]

LAWA (the authority that owns and operates LAX and Van Nuys Airport) is proposing a new landing fee at Van Nuys Airport (VNY), set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The proposed fees aim to help cover the rising costs of maintaining and upgrading airfield infrastructure. The landing fee will be based on aircraft […]

From the office of State Senator Henry Stern (CA District 27): We are excited to announce a call for artists within our district to submit their artwork for a special contest. The winning pieces will be proudly displayed in our Capitol office, showcasing the incredible talent from Senate District 27! This is an opportunity for […]

Keep Los Angeles clean and vibrant by using MyLA311! Whether it’s through the app, website, or simply calling 311, MyLA311 is the best and most direct way to report issues on our city streets including illegal dumping, potholes, graffiti, animal services, and so much more. The Board of Public Works is once again hosting MyLA311 […]

The Department of Recreation and Parks is launching the first phase of the Park Needs Assessment and they want to hear from you! This is your chance to get involved, share your thoughts and help shape the future of L.A's parks and recreational spaces. You can participate at needs.parks.lacity.gov or attend a live session... Saturday, March 8 10:00 […]

The City’s civil rights department, LA Civil Rights, is receiving reports that some banks may be illegally closing or restricting the accounts of depositors with Armenian surnames. One bank has already been penalized for this illegal conduct. If you know someone whose bank account was closed or restricted without a clear explanation, and you believe […]

Los Angeles Metro is set to close the Van Nuys G Line Station for three years, beginning Friday, February 21, 2025, to facilitate major infrastructure improvements. This closure is part of a $668 million upgrade to the 18-mile Metro "G Line" Bus Line (BRT), aimed at enhancing travel efficiency and reducing traffic congestion. What’s Changing? […]

Financial Assistance Available for Recovery Small businesses and workers impacted by recent wildfires in Los Angeles now have access to financial relief. The City of LA, in partnership with the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), has launched the LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds to support those affected. Grant Opportunities Eligible […]

Storm to Bring Heavy Rain, Potential Mudslides, and Flooding to Burn Areas Southern California residents are bracing for a powerful storm expected to bring significant rainfall between Wednesday and Friday. The storm poses a heightened risk of mudslides and debris flows in areas recently scorched by wildfires. Flood Watches in Place for Burn Scar Areas […]

The Lake Balboa Neighborhood Council will present a comprehensive list of community needs and concerns to Councilmember Imelda Padilla at the upcoming board meeting on February 5, 2025. Key topics include public safety issues in the Sepulveda Basin, the future of Van Nuys and Whiteman Airports, land use developments, improvements for the local dog park, […]

The Los Angeles City Council has approved a $25,000 relief fund to help residents of the northeast San Fernando Valley recover from the devastating wildfires earlier this month. The fund is aimed at assisting those who experienced income loss due to the disaster. Relief Fund Overview This relief initiative, led by Councilwoman Imelda Padilla, focuses […]

We want to take a moment to thank our first responders, activists, and community members for stepping up during this challenging time. Your efforts—whether through resource-sharing, outreach, or direct action—are truly making a difference and show the strength and resilience of our community. With so much information circulating, we’ve compiled a list of resources to […]

LADWP customers experiencing outages should expect crews to respond within 24-48 hours from the time outages are reported. Report outages, see outage alerts, and track the status of outages at: https://www.ladwp.com/outages Contact LADWP: 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397) MyLA 311 connects you to city services and info; use it to report fallen trees, request cleanups, etc. Dial 311 […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an alert for a severe windstorm expected to impact Ventura and Los Angeles counties from Tuesday, January 7, through Wednesday, January 8. Winds are expected to reach 50-80 mph, with gusts up to 100 mph in some areas. In Los Angeles, Red Flag Parking Restrictions will be in […]

Enjoy Free Rides on LA Metro This Holiday Season LA Metro is once again offering free rides on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve to ensure safe and convenient travel during the holidays. From 4 a.m. on December 24 to 3 a.m. on December 25, passengers can ride Metro buses and trains for free. Free […]

The California E-Bike Incentive Project is a statewide consumer-facing incentive program that aims to provide point-of-sale voucher incentives — for the purchase of electric bicycles (e-bikes) — to residents in disadvantaged communities, low-income communities, and low-income households with an annual household income of less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). The base incentive […]

California Takes Action on Bird Flu Outbreak Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in response to California's rising bird flu cases. The announcement follows confirmation from the CDC of a severe human case in Louisiana. “This proclamation is a targeted action to ensure government agencies have the resources and flexibility they need […]

LA County Launches Program to Cancel $800M in Medical Debt for 200K Angelenos Los Angeles County is tackling medical debt head-on, offering relief to hundreds of thousands of residents burdened by unpaid bills. Through a groundbreaking initiative, the county plans to clear $800 million in medical debt for low-income residents, helping alleviate financial stress for […]

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

Join us for a Virtual Community Meeting as Metro plans for Housing in the Valley  Balboa Station Virtual Community Meeting  Thursday, December 12, 6 pm – 7:30 pm Zoom link: bit.ly/BalboaMtg Call-In: 888.788.0099 Webinar ID: 884 1046 0828  Metro is currently planning housing near Balboa Station and is seeking input from the community on the architectural […]