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LA vs Hate Mural Unveiling at Willowbrook Senior Center |
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Team Mitchell had the honor of being part of the unveiling of the new mural It's All for You, designed by the talented artist Brittney S. Price. The mural celebrates LA County’s Black community, utilizing the power of art to unite diverse communities. This event was the culmination of residents across Willowbrook and South LA coming together to pay homage to the history of their communities while working to create a brighter future. Thank you to LA vs Hate, LA County Aging & Disabilities Department, Brittney S. Price, Willowbrook Inclusion Network, Brotherhood Crusade, and LA Commons. We celebrate all the community partners involved in making this project and call to action possible. You can visit this beautiful mural outside the Willowbrook Senior Center. To learn more about LA vs. Hate visit: https://www.lavshate.org/.
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Jacqueline Avant Children and Family Services Center Grand Opening |
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We officially commemorated the grand opening of the Jacqueline Avant Children and Family Center with a ribbon cutting and resource fair. The Center, located in the Watts-Willowbrook community, was named in honor of beloved philanthropist Jacqueline Avant, who dedicated her life to supporting youth in South LA. The Center addresses the complex needs of children facing behavioral and mental health challenges. This event and center wouldn’t be possible without St. John’s Community Health, Special Needs Network Inc., LA County Departments including Public Health, Public Works, Internal Services, Department of Health Services, Mental Health, Arts & Culture, and Children & Family Service. Special thank you to Mark Ridley Thomas and the Avant family and friends for their generosity and everyone that made this facility possible. |
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Carson Gardena Dominguez Rotary Club Operation Gobble |
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Team Mitchell joined the City of Gardena and community partners at Operation Gobble! The Rotary Club of Carson-Gardena-Dominguez has distributed Thanksgiving meals since 1991 and our office has been proud to support the club for the past three years in providing community members with food boxes. This year 500 families received a Thanksgiving box. Thank you to the Rotary Club of Carson-Gardena-Dominguez for making the holidays special for our communities! |
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Clippers Community Courts Opening Event |
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We celebrated a significant partnership between the LA County Parks Foundation and the LA Clippers Foundation that will benefit hundreds of thousands of LA County residents by improving 117 new basketball courts at LA County Parks and Recreation facilities. Thank you, Gillian Zucker and the LA Clippers Foundation for your commitment to promoting park equity through initiatives like free youth basketball clinics, free jerseys for youth basketball leagues, and contributing to the Clippers Community Courts Program. And a special thank you to Mr. Russell Westbrook for continuously showing up for Jesse Owens Park and the LA community. |
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EBT skimming has been reported throughout Los Angeles County. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) wants to make sure you are aware of EBT card skimming and how to protect yourself from this type of theft.
EBT skimming occurs when a person places a plastic mask on a retailer’s payment machine to steal EBT card information and benefits. Follow these Simple Steps to Stop Skimming:
- Before you swipe your card, check the device! If the machine looks broken, rattles, or does not have a protective seal - don’t use it.
- Change your PIN every month to prevent thieves from stealing your personal information, benefits, and funds.
- Check your benefits balance regularly by logging onto your BenefitsCal.com account to report any questionable activity.
To report skimming incidents to DPSS contact (866) 613-3777 or call the California EBT customer service hotline at (877) 328-9677. For more information on EBT Skimming click here.
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COMMUNITY BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Ladera Heights and Florence-Firestone community members ages 16+ (regardless of immigration status) are invited to join our first Participatory Budget Advisory Committee. As part of the Advisory Committee, you will help decide what our pilot participatory budget will include and where budget dollars will be spent. Selected members will play a role in deciding how to spend part of a final public budget.
Applications are open from Nov. 20 – Dec. 20, 2023. Learn more here: mitchell.lacounty.gov/CB-2023/
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WEST CARSON - COMMUNITY BENEFIT PROPOSAL REQUEST
In partnership with LA County Public Works and the LA County Department of Regional Planning, our office invites West Carson community residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to submit community improvement ideas for use of the $300,000 Bridge Point improvement fund. For more information and to submit your proposal, fill out the online form on our website, send us an email, or print out the form and send it in by mail. Submissions are open until November 30, 2023.
For questions, please email Daisy De La Rosa at Ddelarosa@planning.lacounty.gov or Jesus Herrera at Jherrera@planning.lacounty.gov.
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COMMUNITY NAVIGATOR PROGRAM
The Center for Nonprofit Management launched the Community Navigator Program which aims to make direct investments in community organizations to provide community navigator services to communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This programming was made possible through the County of Los Angeles’ allocation of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds. The primary objective is to engage and support organizations, small business owners, individuals, and their families in accessing ARP-funded resources and other County services necessary for their recovery.
Awardees will receive $200,000 - $268,000 over two years, plus skill-building, training, and capacity-strengthening assistance.
To apply and learn more click here.
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WEST NILE VIRUS DETECTED IN FLORENCE-FIRESTONE
The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District (GLACVCD) has confirmed the first mosquito sample to test positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Florence-Firestone. WNV is transmitted to people and animals through the bite of an infected mosquito and can make people sick, cause life-threatening illnesses, such as: encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord) or even cause death.
For more information about WNV in your community, visit the link here.
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To access additional information on upcoming community resources and events related to education, health, housing, workforce development and more click here.
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YOUTH ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
Wed, Nov 29 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Lennox Library
4343 Lennox Blvd., Inglewood CA 90304
Join Team Mitchell and the Partners for Peace Coalition for youth advocacy and policy training. This event will also feature discussions on gun violence prevention and community safety.
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HOMEOWNERSHIP INFORMATIONAL SESSION
Sat, Dec 2 | 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park
905 E. El Segundo Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90059
The LA County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs is hosting a FREE event on homeownership. Experts will be on-site to share valuable tips and resources with first-time home buyers and seasoned homeowners. Discussion will include succession planning, mortgage relief, foreclosure, and more.
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RISE, RECLAIM, RESTORE: TEEN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT
Sat, Dec 9 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park
905 E. El Segundo Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90059
LA County’s Office of Violence Protection will be hosting engaging workshops and interactive activities focused on equipping young people with the tools to navigate their mental well-being at the Rise, Reclaim, Restore: Youth Mental Health Summit. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
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FREE DRIVE-THRU FOOD GIVEAWAY AT EAST RANCHO DOMINGUEZ PARK
Wed, Dec 13 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
East Rancho Dominguez Park
15116 East Atlantic Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90221
Join Team Mitchell for a free drive-thru food giveaway. No walk-ups. Line formation begins at 8:30 a.m. There are no eligibility requirements and food will be available while supplies last.
For additional food resources, visit GetCalFresh.org or covid19.lacounty.gov.
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SENIOR RESOURCE WORKSHOP
Wed, Dec 13 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Del Aire Park Community Room
12601 South Isis Avenue, Hawthorne, CA 90251
Join my office to learn more about resources available for senior citizens including in-home support services, Medi-Cal, LA County resources, and more.
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INGLEWOOD OIL FIELD COMMUNITIES HEALTH IMPACT SURVEY
LA Public Health and UCLA are partnering to understand the health impacts on residents that live near the Inglewood Oil Field. All households within 1.5 miles of the oil field can participate. The survey is completely voluntary and confidential. For more information contact Ms. Ha Luong at (310) 957-9209 or email haluong97@g.ucla.edu.
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FREE ART CLASSES AT FLORENCE LIBRARY
Oct 9 - May 20
Florence Library
7807 Compton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001
Join Lynn Chu, instructor and multidisciplinary artist working with watercolor, ceramics, and textiles. Through Project Art Los Angeles, she will be leading tuition free child art classes at the Florence Library for different age groups. Enrollment is ongoing throughout the year. Registration is required in advance and space is limited.
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BOS Meeting Updates
The Board of Supervisors (BOS) meets every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m., except on Tuesdays following a Monday holiday when meetings begin at 1:00 p.m. The next meeting is Tuesday, November 21. All public Board meetings can be viewed live at: http://bos.lacounty.gov/Board-Meeting/Live-Broadcast.
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This Week on Social Media
Follow Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell on Instagram, Facebook, X, and Threads to get the latest updates, resources, and events happening in the 2nd District!
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