Neighborhood News

November 26, 2016
Community Holiday Celebration

Secretary of State Alex Padilla, State Senator Bob Hertzberg, Assemblymember Raul Bocanegra, and Councilwoman Nury Martinez Invite you to a Community Holiday Celebration Thursday, December 8th, 2016 5.00 pm- 7.00 pm Brand Park Community Center 15121 Brand Boulevard Mission Hills, CA 91345 Special Guest: Council President Herb Wesson Happy Holidays! Bring your ideas for legislation. […]

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November 16, 2016
DWP Refund Checks May be Headed Your Way

A court-appointed monitor has verified at least $67.5 million in refunds owed DWP customers in the aftermath of the overbilling scandal. A court-appointed independent monitor has verified at least $67.5 million in refunds and credits that the Department of Water and Power will need to pay to remedy inaccurate bills issued to customers during a […]

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November 16, 2016
Sign Up for Winter Basketball
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November 10, 2016
Family Health and Resource Fair - Saturday, November 12

This Saturday, November 12th, Councilmember Nury Martinez' office along with Congressman Tony Cardenas will join together and partner with Walgreens to bring to the Arleta community the Annual Family Health and Resource Fair. We would like to invite you to participate in this event and take advantage of free health screenings and other resources available this weekend.

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November 10, 2016
This Veterans Day

A note from Congressman Tony Cárdenas: Dear Friends, This week has been difficult on a lot people. However, we cannot forget those who have protected us and have allowed us to engage in the civic process. We thank you, America’s service members, veterans, and military families, for all of your sacrifices, not just on Veterans […]

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November 4, 2016
Get Out and Vote

On November 8, there is much at stake for our country and our communities. We will be electing a new President, electing a new U.S. Senator for the first time in more than two decades, and casting votes for other federal and state offices. Even more pronounced in this election is the number of initiatives […]

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October 29, 2016
The Los Angeles Planning Department Wants to See Your Vision for the City of Los Angeles

The City of Los Angeles has recently embarked on a four year journey to update the General Plan. The General Plan is the constitution for future growth and development within the city. It is at the heart and foundation of the city’s long-range vision and serves as the basis for decisions that affect all aspects […]

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October 29, 2016
City Council Approves $5,000 in Additional Neighborhood Council Funding

This week, the City Council approved a motion to increase Neighborhood Council funding by an additional $5,000 each year. This funding is critical to provide our Neighborhood Councils the support they need to fund programs for the community Neighborhood Councils have provided funding for numerous programs including hosting hundred of cleanups and community informational fairs. Click […]

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October 28, 2016
Getting LA to Work: A Job Creation Plan

This week, the City Council unanimously approved a citywide plan to create jobs and make Los Angeles more business-friendly. Just 15 months ago, Council President Herb Wesson appointed Councilmember Paul Krekorian chair of the Ad Hoc Committee on Comprehensive Job Creation Plan (Jobs Committee) to present a strategy to stimulate economic and job growth throughout the city […]

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October 25, 2016
Arleta Avenue Cleanup - Oct 15

On Saturday October 15th we collaborated with Arleta Slugz Run Club, Pacoima Beautiful, Walgreens and Councilwoman Nury Martinez' Office and cleaned Arleta Avenue near Sheldon! If you have an area that needs cleaning, we would love to work with you!

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October 24, 2016
Congressman Tony Cárdenas Veterans Day Forum

The Office of Congressman Tony Cárdenas invites you to the Annual Veterans Day Forum on November 11 from 4:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. at Richard E. Byrd Middle School, 8501 Arleta Ave, Sun Valley, CA 91352.  This event is free and will provide food, entertainment, and resources for the Veteran, friend, and family.

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October 21, 2016
Be Part of L.A.’s Clean Energy Future

Participate in one of LADWP’s 2016 Integrated Resources Plan workshops to help chart the course for the City’s power supply over the next 20 years. Your input can help LADWP transform Los Angeles into a healthier, cleaner, more sustainable City. Please RSVP for one of the following workshops or live webcast. Workshop and Live Webcast: […]

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October 21, 2016
Upcoming City Council Committee Hearings on Cannabis/Marijuana

The City Council is in the beginning stages of an open and public conversation about how best to regulate all aspects of the marijuana, or cannabis, industry within the City of Los Angeles. It also marks another important opportunity for the Neighborhood Councils to be fully engaged in the City’s legislative process and truly have […]

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October 21, 2016
Winter Basketball at Branford Recreation Center
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October 21, 2016
Monday Is Your Deadline to Register to Vote

Trump or Clinton? Legal marijuana? No more death penalty? Property tax increases? Homeless aid? There's a lot at stake this election. County election officials reminded residents Thursday that Monday is the deadline to register to vote in the upcoming election. There is a variety of ways people can register in time for the Nov. 8 election. […]

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October 15, 2016
Falling Through the Cracks

A Discussion on Alternatives in Education for Underserved Populations You are invited to attend an Educational Symposium on providing alternatives in education for an underserved population.  As we are all aware, not every student thrives in a traditional setting.  This Symposium is designed to focus attention on alternative forms of access to academic and vocational […]

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October 15, 2016
9th Annual Valley Disaster Preparedness Fair a Huge Success!

Sincere thanks to everyone who attended and supported the Valley Disaster Preparedness Fair on Saturday, October 1, 2016. A very special Thank You to those Neighborhood Councils that hosted an Outreach table. We had a great turnout with about 3,000 attending. Over 50% of families responding said they learned about the Fair from Neighborhood Councils. […]

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October 15, 2016
LA Parks Survey

Our parks are important to our communities. This questionnaire is a great opportunity to let the City of Los Angeles know your thoughts about our parks. What is working? What needs improvement? What’s missing? What would you love to see more of in your community park? Your feedback is valuable. It will be part of […]

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October 15, 2016
A Call for Cool Block Leaders!

The nonprofit Neighborhood Council Sustainability Alliance (NCSA), in collaboration with the City of Los Angeles, invites Neighborhood Councils and city residents to learn about Cool Blocks LA, a free, five-month pilot program that helps neighborhoods become planet-friendly, disaster-resilient, and community-rich. The NCSA seeks three Cool Block Leaders within each Council District to build Cool Block […]

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October 8, 2016
8 Things You Can Get Help With at Congressman Cárdenas' Mobile Office Today

Is your passport about to expire? Are you a Veteran waiting on a VA claim? Or maybe you just want to pay a visit to some friendly dogs and cats. Come by the mobile office today - Saturday, October 8 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Best Friends Animal Society, 15321 Brand Blvd, Mission […]

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