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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!
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.
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: […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wednesday, October 26 at 6pm LA Valley College, Monarch Hall 5800 Fulton Ave. Valley Glen, CA 91401 Are you prepared for the next natural disaster? What should you do in an active shooter situation? Join Councilmembers Paul Krekorian and David Ryu, and the North Hollywood Community Police Advisory Board for an emergency preparedness workshop and […]
October 13, 2016 at 6pm – 9pm Rosa Parks Learning Center 8855 Noble Ave North Hills, CA 91343 https://www.nury-martinez.com/homelessness_town_hall
This month, the City Council voted to support a plan to simplify the process to allow for new neighborhood councils in smaller communities that are part of existing NCs. The old de-certification process was an unfair and overbearing process to people who serve as volunteers. The new ordinance allows for up to five new sub-division neighborhood council additions […]
This year’s Congress of Neighborhoods for the Neighborhood Councils (NCs) was up in attendance by the hundreds and consistent in quality as previous years. The program was well planned out and consisted of workshops from gaining knowledge of City departments’ protocols to improving pertinent management skills required of NC board members for successful interactions in […]
Saturday October 1, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Free admission • Free family EP kits* • Free parking Free food* (all-beef hot dogs, hamburgers, and veggieburgers with fixings) Everything is free at the Fair to encourage everyone to be disaster ready. Fire Station 87 10124 Balboa Blvd Granada Hills, California 91344 (between Devonshire St. & […]
Sat, October 8th, 10am - 1pm Confused about what’s being built in your community (and what isn’t)? Learn how City Planning works! Free Planning & Land Use 101 crash course with special guests: Kevin Ocubillo | Transportation & Planning Deputy Office of Councilmember José Huizar, City Council District 14 | City of Los Angeles Craig […]
