A LETTER FROM LOS ANGELES COUNTY SUPERVISOR HILDA L. SOLIS
 Dear Friends,
My heart aches for the people of Maui who are enduring unimaginable loss and heartbreak in the aftermath of last week’s horrific wildfires.
To support recovery efforts underway, I have donated $500 to the Maui Strong Fund and ask that Angelenos across LA County join me to help our brothers and sisters in Maui heal.
For more information on the fund, click here.
Sincerely,
Hilda L. Solis
Supervisor, First District
The National Weather Service is warning that a storm brewing off Mexico’s Pacific coast could potentially bring significant rain, flash flooding, rough surf, and dangerous winds to L.A. County beginning late Sunday through Monday. Some areas could see up to five inches of rain.
To sign up for emergency alerts, click here. You can also follow @ReadyLACounty on social media to get resources and safety tips on how to be best prepared.
 The LA County Department of Justice, Care and Opportunities has $100M in funding for community-based organizations that offer alternatives to incarceration and programs that serve under-resourced communities across the county. The application portal closes on Friday, September 1.
 Did you know LA County youth can get up to 400 hours of paid work experience and explore new career pathways? Through Youth at Work Elevate, youth participants ages 17-24 will be placed in high-growth business sectors or with employers offering high-road jobs including arts and entertainment, healthcare, hospitality, e-commerce, transportation, and more! Participants will have access to career consultation and professional development, mentorship hands-on training, and work experience! Applicants must be able to commit 30-35 hours weekly. Current or former foster, justice-impacted, currently or previously experienced housing instability or homelessness, and LGBTQ+ youth are encouraged to apply!
Get ready to walk, bike, or skate at CicLAvia - Koreatown meets Hollywood presented by Metro on Sunday, August 20, from 9 am to 4 pm, RAIN OR SHINE! Enjoy 5 miles of open streets and connect with the surrounding communities. Look for us at the Hollywood Hub and be sure to stop by for cool swag, and fun activities, meet the team, and ask us any questions about using Metro Bike Share. There are several Metro Bike Share stations with close access to the route, so if you plan to ride a Metro Bike, make sure to check out the station map to plan your day ahead of time!
 In partnership with the LA County Treasurer and Tax Collector, my office is hosting a virtual community meeting about the upcoming Short-Term Rental (STR) Ordinance. An STR is the use of property to provide lodging for compensation for periods of 30 consecutive calendar days or less. STRs are commonly booked through hosting platforms such as Airbnb, Expedia, and Vrbo. The Ordinance aims to strike a balance between the economic benefits of STRs and potential impacts on housing stock and quality of life for residents.
If the Board of Supervisors adopts the STR motion, the proposed regulations will apply to STRs in the unincorporated areas of LA County. All STR Operators will be required to register and pay an annual registration fee of $914 and can only use their primary residence.
 Are you tired of seeing vehicles illegally parked on front lawns in your neighborhood? Frustrated by graffiti on public buildings, in local parks, and at other landmarks? We have a solution for you. The Works offers a one-stop solution for LA County residents to report and track a variety of services, including road maintenance, graffiti removal, illegal dumping, and more. If the service is not handled by Los Angeles County, The Works will provide you with the appropriate contact information.
 Do not miss Clinica Romero's annual Back-to-school distribution and health fair in Lincoln Heights. There will be a school supply giveaway, free haircuts, live entertainment, and health services.
Date: Saturday, August 19
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Location: 2032 Marengo St. Los Angeles, CA 90033
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