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Dear Neighbor,
As we prepare to celebrate the 4th of July this week with friends and family, I want to emphasize that the sale or use of illegal fireworks in LA County is prohibited and highlight some safety tips and resources for enjoying fireworks this summer, including checking out the Marina del Rey 4th of July show at 9:00 pm. For a close-up view of this 20-minute show, you can visit Burton Chace Park at 13650 Mindanao Way or Fisherman’s Village at 13755 Fiji Way.
- The County of Los Angeles Fire Department has compiled a list of free professional fireworks shows to encourage families to experience safe and spectacular displays in their community. They have also shared safety tips for using “Safe and Sane” fireworks at home, which you can read here.
- For pet owners, the LA County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) advises keeping your pets indoors during fireworks, closing windows and curtains to reduce noise and flashes, and staying calm to provide reassurance without reinforcing fear. DACC will remain open throughout the holiday to help pet owners reclaim their lost and frightened pets.
Reporting Illegal Fireworks in LA County:
Residents can report the sale or use of illegal fireworks to their local Sheriff’s station or leave an anonymous tip at 1-800-222-TIPS.
For more information on fireworks safety and a list of professional, free fireworks shows near you, visit Fireworks Safety in LA County. Let’s celebrate responsibly and keep our loved ones safe. Have a happy and safe Fourth of July!
Sincerely,
Holly J. Mitchell
Supervisor, Second District
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UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITY UPDATES |
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2024 Los Angeles Point-in-Time Homeless Count |
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This year’s point-in-time count of the estimated amount of people experiencing homelessness showed a decline in people experiencing homelessness after many years of increases in LA County and LA City, proving that our unified efforts are working. With the addition of LA County’s Pathway Home program, which focuses on people living in encampments, our capacity to bring people home humanely–has increased. By providing ongoing outreach and connection to interim and permanent housing with supportive services, we are getting more people to say “Yes” to housing that meets their needs. This is the time to keep our focus on strategic investments in outreach, mental health services, and affordable housing to make sure this decline in homelessness becomes more than a slight shift - but a continuous drop in less people experiencing homelessness on our streets.
To learn more about results from the the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority’s 2024 Point-in-Time Homeless Count visit, The Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count 2024
Measure A is on Ballot this November
 Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solution and Prevention Now, also known as Measure A, was approved by the Board of Supervisors to be placed on the ballot this November. Voters will decide on a 1/2 cent sales tax to provide local funds throughout the county for more affordable housing and expand critical mental health and addiction services for unhoused people with increased public oversight to ensure funding is spent effectively.
I want to thank the Registrar-Recorder’s Office for certifying the 393,293 signatures that the Our Future Los Angeles Coalition submitted and thank the coalition for building a network of diverse supporters and communities to help expand access to affordable housing and proven solutions in the fight to end the homelessness crisis.
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Public Review of Draft West Side Area Plan Now Available - Share Feedback by August 1, 2024
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The draft ordinance for the West Side Area Plan (WSAP) and the draft Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) are now available for your review, the WSAP includes proposed zoning changes for the Ladera Center. The public review period will be open for 45 days, concluding on August 1, 2024.
We encourage you to review these documents and provide your comments and feedback. Your input is important and will be considered in finalizing the WSAP. The project materials will be available for review on the West Side Area Plan website. You can submit your comments through August 1, 2024, to WestSideAreaPlan@planning.lacounty.gov.
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Latest Update on Parking Enforcement Services
 During last week’s Budget Deliberations, the Los Angeles County’s Chief Executive Office provided its recommendation after reviewing plans from the Sheriff Department and Public Works to keep parking enforcement services within the Sheriff's Department for the foreseeable future. A phased-in budget plan will be developed for consideration during the 2024-25 Supplemental Budget phase (October 2024) to provide the Sheriff's Department with enough funds to expand their parking enforcement personnel and community engagement efforts, and increase coverage to 24-hours a day/7 days per week. Additionally, as a result of my motion, the Department of Public Works will embed staff within the Parking Enforcement Detail to create a workgroup that will have a joint goal of enhanced enforcement and disincentivizing illegal parking via new signage, changes to traffic flow, and more. I am pleased with the CEO's recommendations and look forward to seeing parking enforcement improve in our unincorporated communities.
Dive Into Summer Fun - LA County Pools Now Open!
 Summer is here and our County pools are open! Now is the perfect time to head to your local pool and beat the heat by splashing around and enjoying the water. I recently visited three of our local pools in the Second District: Alondra Regional Park, Enterprise Park, and Colonel Leon H. Washington Park for my annual community pool plunge to celebrate the opening of our pools.
This summer, the Department of Parks and Recreation has over 550 lifeguards on duty and will offer full programming and extended hours of operation for the first time since 2019. Additionally, our Parks After Dark (PAD) pools will feature night safety lighting and be open from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday during summer. Come out to enjoy all the fun your local County pools can offer. Visit LA County Swimming Pools to find a pool near you.
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5-Year Anniversary: Celebrating the CROWN Act (July 3)
 I was recently recognized as a 2024 CROWN honoree by the CROWN Act Coalition and Dove - and shared the space with so many incredible women leaders across diverse sectors who are committed to ending race-based hair discrimination. On July 3, 2019, we made history together when Governor Newsom signed my bill, (Senate Bill 188), Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act, into law. Since then the CROWN Act has been enacted in 26 states and 50 municipalities. Thank you to social justice organizations, activists, and businesses nationwide fighting for CROWN Act legislation to be enacted in all 50 states. Congratulations to my fellow CROWN Award honorees, Graceyn Hollingsworth, Uzo Aduba, LaTosha Brown, and Eunique Jones Gibson.
To learn more on how you can get involved and join in celebrating CROWN Day on July 3, visit https://www.thecrownact.com/crown-day-2024
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The LA County Office of Violence Prevention has partnered with LA County Library to offer free gun locks at their 5 tool lending library locations to prevent accidental firearm incidents. Each household may receive up to 2 free gun locks. For more information, visit https://lacountylibrary.org/gun-violence-awareness/
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FACILITY FEE WAIVERS FOR CHILD CARE PROVIDERS FOR INFANT & TODDLER SPACES
 The LA County Office for the Advancement of Early Care and Education (OAECE), in partnership with the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, is offering facility fee waivers for renovation or construction projects for childcare facilities that need plan reviews and/or construction permits.
Applicants must serve infants and toddlers (Ages birth - 3) at the childcare facility and provide a current CA Department of Social Services, CCLD Infant/Toddler license. The facility must be located in Unincorporated Los Angeles County, and the cities of Artesia, Carson, Cerritos, Industry, Irwindale, La Canada Flintridge, La Mirada, Lakewood, Lawndale, Lomita, Rolling Hills Estates, Santa Fe Springs, or Westlake Village.
Visit https://childcare.lacounty.gov/special-projects/ for more information.
SOUTH BAY AREA PLAN
 The LA County Department of Regional Planning wants your feedback on the draft area plan to help shape the future of our 2nd District communities in the South Bay: Alondra Park/El Camino Village, Del Aire, Hawthorne, Lennox, West Carson, and Wiseburn.
The South Bay Area Plan is a community-driven initiative to drive future growth and development meeting the diverse needs of residents. The plan addresses critical issues such as traffic congestion, air quality, environmental justice, and noise impacts.
Your voice is important, check out the draft plan and share your comments through July 8: planning.lacounty.gov/long-range-planning/south-bay-area-plan/
KOLLAB YOUTH SUMMER SESSION: JULY 8 - AUGUST 15
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Join Kollab Youth for their summer session for engaging activities and learning opportunities. The session is designed for applicants 15 years and older. Participants can enroll as pre-apprentices and gain access to paid job opportunities. Virtual classes occur every Wednesday and Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., attendance is mandatory. Register by Monday, July 1. Visit Kollabyouth.org/youth-registration for more information.
CAREERS FOR A CAUSE 8-WEEK PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRAINING
 Careers For A Cause is an 8-week pre-employment training program offered by Los Angeles Southwest College to prepare Los Angeles residents to compete for careers in social services–such as Community Health Workers and Peer Support Specialists. Participants selected for the program will receive case management and supportive services during training. Classes begin August 26, 2024, to October 18, 2024, Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Visit bit.ly/LASC24 and apply by Thursday, August 1, 2024.
THE SEED SCHOOL OF LA COUNTY - ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
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SEED LA is excited to welcome all students from Los Angeles County, no matter their background or identity. 9th-grade students can apply now to join for the upcoming school year.
As part of the nation’s first and only network of public, college-prep boarding schools, SEED LA is dedicated to helping students realize their full potential. The school takes pride in providing a nurturing and empowering educational experience.
Parents can submit their child's application at www.seedschoolla.org or call 213-298-7072 for more information.
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YOUTH SAILING CAMP
June 10 - August 16
Burton Chace Park
13640 Mindanao Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Join our Youth Sailing Camp with multiple sessions available for Summer 2024. LA County Water Program Lifeguards will teach beginner classes. Financial aid is available for qualifying families. Open to ages 11 to 17.
Visit LA County Youth Sailing Camp for more details or call 424-526-7897.
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MARINA DEL REY 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SHOW
Thursday, July 4 | 9:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.
Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Fisherman’s Village
13755 Fiji Way
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular 20-minute fireworks show over the water in Marina del Rey! The fireworks will be shot from a barge on the waters of the Main Channel in Marina del Rey. Enjoy synchronized music at Burton Chace Park and Fisherman’s Village. View the show from nearly anywhere in Marina del Rey and surrounding areas such as the Venice Pier, Playa Vista, and Dockweiler Beach.
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TOO TOXIC TO TRASH
Saturday, July 6 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lawndale High School
Lloyde Parking Lot
14901 S. Inglewood Ave
Lawndale, CA 90260
The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Electronic Waste Collection Program gives Los Angeles County residents a free, legal way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals and electronic waste that cannot be disposed of in regular trash bins. Please bring unwanted items in a sturdy box, preferably in their original, labeled containers, and be prepared to leave containers behind.
Los Angeles County residents are welcome to attend any of the HHW collection events. For more information call the HWW/E-Waste Hotline at (800) 238-0173 or email info@lacsd.org.
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