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Dear Neighbor,
I’d like to share a follow-up from our Pathway Home RV encampment resolution that happened at the end of August in the unincorporated West Rancho Dominquez/East Gardena communities. Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to meet with new residents from that Pathway Home resolution program for a pre-Thanksgiving dinner as they transitioned out of interim housing and received house keys to their permanent homes. The new 4-story modular apartment building in the Florence-Firestone community (that they moved into) will provide on-site services through St. Joseph Center to assist tenants with ongoing case management, including workforce opportunities, mental health support, substance abuse services, and more.
Connecting residents to permanent housing with the services they need to stay housed is a key step in the County's Pathway Home initiative program. This would not be possible without our partnerships and Measure H funding. It is a significant moment for the households that moved in, but it is not lost on me that we must continue to urgently work together to get the countless more unhoused residents the services and housing they need. I look forward to sharing more welcome home days as we work to scale up the Pathway Home program throughout the 2nd District and LA County.
Sincerely,
Holly J. Mitchell
Supervisor, Second District
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UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITY UPDATES |
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Team Mitchell Food Box Distribution to Senior Centers |
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Team Mitchell packed and distributed 500 boxes filled with fresh produce, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday, and delivered them to senior centers across the 2nd District. Our office was proud to partner with Sustainable Economic Enterprises of Los Angeles (SEE-LA) to source farm-fresh produce through local farmers. LA County has compiled several food and nutrition services for older adults to address food insecurity among our senior communities. To learn more about the County’s available resources, click here.
Ladera Heights & Florence-Firestone: 2nd District Community Budget Advisory Committee
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Ladera Heights and Florence-Firestone community members are invited to join our first Participatory Budget Advisory Committee. As part of the Advisory Committee, you will help guide and design what our pilot participatory budget process will include. Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), immigrants and refugees, youth (between the ages of 16-22), and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply regardless of immigration status. If you’re interested in applying, click here. The application is open now through Wednesday, December 20, 2023.
Ensuring the Ongoing Success of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital (MLKCH) is a lifeline for South LA residents and is the only private hospital built by the County on County-owned land. We must ensure MLKCH remains operable and continues to provide quality care to all its patients. The Board recently approved my motion to report back (in writing) on the steps we can take to stabilize the hospital’s financial position. I look forward to sharing more updates from the report on the necessary support the County can provide.
Clippers Community Courts Opening Event
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We joined Mr. Russel Westbrook at his hometown basketball court in Jesse Owens Park in South LA to celebrate a significant partnership between LA County Parks and the LA Clippers Foundation that will benefit thousands of residents by improving 117 new basketball courts across LA County. More communities will have access to free youth basketball clinics and giveaway items to encourage playing sports.
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Jacqueline Avant Children and Family Services Clinic Ribbon Cutting |
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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. This Center helps address the complex needs of children facing behavioral and mental health challenges. It wouldn’t be possible without partnerships from 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 vision and support in making this possible.
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There are many different types of food resources available in LA County, and finding what you need can be confusing and overwhelming. Use 211LA to navigate the various food supports and programs to find and connect to food resources in your neighborhood. Click here to find locations near you.
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Shop Local LA County this Holiday Season
To celebrate Small Business Saturday, the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity launched the Shop Local LA County Holiday Campaign, reminding residents to support local businesses during the holiday season. As part of this initiative, they introduced the Shop Local Sweeps, offering participants a chance to win a $500 gift card to spend at a local business of their choice. Weekly drawings begin on December 8th and will continue through the new year, reminding everyone how their spending can make an impact in the community.
LA County Rent Relief Website
LA County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) has launched the LA County Rent Relief Program Portal. This portal will help landlords access grants for eligible expenses incurred from April 1, 2022, and onward, including unpaid rental debt and related costs like utilities. Priority will given to those meeting specific criteria. For more details and updates, visit https://lacountyrentrelief.com/.
West Carson Community Benefits Proposal - Application Open
In partnership with LA County Public Works and 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 an email (see below), 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
LA County CARE Court
Starting December 1, 2023, Los Angeles County will implement the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Act. Qualifying individuals or entities can petition the Superior Court of Los Angeles County to help connect eligible individuals to a broad array of services, including mental health and housing services, via a voluntary CARE Agreement or CARE Plan established and overseen by a judicial officer. For more information, click here.
Respiratory Disease in LA County Dogs
LA Public Health is currently investigating a respiratory illness known as Atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (aCIRD). Dog owners in LA County should look out for symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, and lethargy (lack of energy) in their dogs. If your dog is experiencing these symptoms, follow these steps to keep your dog–and other dogs safe and healthy. For more info, visit the Public Health website.
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TENANT RIGHTS AND PROTECTIONS FOR WORKERS IMPACTED BY THE ENTERTAINMENT STRIKES
Mon, Nov 27 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Online via Teams
This week, as part of ongoing support for small businesses and workers in the Entertainment Sector impacted by the historic Hollywood Strikes, the LA County Film Office, the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity, the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs, and StayHousedLA are partnering on a Tenant Rights and Protections Webinar. The webinar will provide information about the protections and rights that exist in the County and City of Los Angeles for folks facing eviction or housing insecurity. Available housing and other resources assistance will always be shared.
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SIDEWALK VENDING ORDINANCE LISTENING SESSIONS
Spanish Session: Wed, Nov 29 at 11:00 a.m.
English Session: Wed, Nov 29 at 6:00 p.m.
Magic Johnson Park
905 East El Segundo Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90059
Join the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity team and share your feedback about the upcoming sidewalk vending ordinance for LA County unincorporated areas.
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YOUTH ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
Wed, Nov 29 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 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 | 9:00 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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2023 WORLD AIDS DAY 35TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE EVENT
Wed, Dec 6 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Charles R. Drew University LSRNE Foyer
1731 E 120th St, Los Angeles, 90059
Join Supervisorial District 2, the Los Angeles County Commission on HIV, Black Caucus, Charles R. Drew University (CDU), and CDU DrewCARES for a poignant and inspiring World AIDS Day event as we reflect on the progress made, honor the resilience of our Black community, and look toward a future where HIV is no longer a barrier to health and equality.
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RISE, RECLAIM, RESTORE: TEEN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT
Saturday, Dec 9 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park
905 East El Segundo Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90059
LA County’s Office of Violence Protection will host 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
Wednesday, 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. Food will be available while supplies last.
For additional food resources, visit GetCalFresh.org or covid19.lacounty.gov
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PARKS AFTER DARK WINTER WONDERLAND
Friday, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 16
Various Locations
Parks After Dark (PAD) returns for the winter season starting on December 1st, with extended hours and free recreational activities at 31 LA County parks. Bring your family and friends to an LA County Parks location for snow days, sports, exercise classes, dancing, healthy cooking classes, movies in the park, concerts, computer courses, health outreach, and social service resource fairs.
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