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Dear Neighbor,
September is Senior Center Month! Our senior centers offer so much more than just activities - they provide a supportive community where our older adults can stay connected, active, and healthy. From fitness classes to tech workshops, LA County’s senior centers create a welcoming environment for our older adults to make new friends, engage in longlife learning and enjoy diverse cultural experiences.
Join us in celebrating Senior Center Month by volunteering at your local senior center and sharing information from LA County’s Department of Aging and Disabiliies on services and programs available at our senior centers: https://ad.lacounty.gov/services/community-and-senior-centers/.
Here are the LA County Community and Senior Centers in the 2nd District:
- Gardena Community Service Center: 14112 S Kingsley Dr., Gardena, CA 90249
- East Rancho Dominguez Community Center and Park: 15116 S Atlantic Ave., Compton, CA 90221
- Florence-Firestone Community Service Center: 7807 S Compton Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
- Willowbrook Senior Center: 12915 Jarvis Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Sincerely,
Holly J. Mitchell
Supervisor, Second District
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UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITY UPDATES |
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LA County’s Fair Chance Ordinance Now in Effect |
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LA County is doing its part to implement the California Fair Chance Act (FCA) or Ban the Box so that individuals impacted by the justice system have a fair chance at employment opportunities. LA County’s Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) is in effect, and the County’s Department of Economic Opportunity has put together resources to help businesses and job seekers navigate the new guidelines. Click here for more information or email fairchance@opportunity.lacounty.gov for assistance.
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Board Accepts $1.67 Million Federal Grant to Support Street Vendors in Unincorporated LA County with Code-Compliant Carts
The Board recently accepted $1.67 million in federal funds from the City of Los Angeles to support sidewalk vendors in getting the necessary vending carts and permits to comply with LA County’s Sidewalk Vending Ordinance. By providing code-compliant vending carts, this collaboration helps sidewalk vendors safely conduct business, protects public health, and helps limit disruptions to brick-and-mortar small businesses. Read the latest article on this here from MyLANews.
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LA County’s Vision Zero Receives $29.81 Million Federal Grant
Each year, on average, more than 75 people lose their lives in traffic collisions on unincorporated County roadways. Vision Zero is an initiative of LA County's Public Works Department to eliminate traffic-related fatalities. The $29.81 million in funding received will support critical infrastructure changes in the unincorporated areas with the highest rates of traffic collisions and pedestrians, including in the unincorporated communities of Westmont/West Athens and Willowbrook/West Rancho Dominguez in the Second District.
We look forward to this significant investment helping to further actualize LA County's Vision Zero plan, especially for our unincorporated communities impacted by illegal street racing and takeovers. To learn more about the County's Vision Zero initiative, visit https://pw.lacounty.gov/visionzero/.
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Be a Voice for Your Local Park: Alondra Park Community Meeting |
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LA County’s Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its annual community meetings at parks across the County. Team Mitchell recently joined the Alondra Park meeting and encourages you to check out the complete list of upcoming opportunities to share feedback on ideas and programs you want to see at your county park. To learn more, visit https://parks.lacounty.gov/annual-community-meeting/.
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September is Preparedness Month and serves as an opportunity to remind all LA County residents to be ready year-round for disasters that can strike at any time.
Visit ready.lacoounty.gov for emergency/disaster preparedness and resources.
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National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. If you or someone you know needs support, you are not alone. Help is available at 9-8-8 or online at 988lifeline.org. You can call, text, or chat with a counselor for assistance anytime, 24/7.
Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, the perfect time for you, your friends and family to get a library card. Your local LA County Library is giving away a FREE tote bag, pen, pencil, and sharpener (while supplies last) to anyone that signs up for a new library card or adds their email address to an existing account.
A library card also gives you 24/7 access to a huge collection eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, music, movies, and TV shows from OverDrive, Hoopla, Kanopy, and more. You can read, watch, and listen on any device! To learn more visit https://lacountylibrary.org/library-card-sign-up-month/
LA County Youth Commission
The Los Angeles County Youth Commission is accepting applications for commissioners, applicants must be 18+. Commissioners work with other members of the commission on numerous items including providing feedback on LA County policies and programs that impact youth, collaborate with community-based organizations and leaders to identify new approaches to serving youth and assist in the creation of reports and formal recommendations to the Board. Additionally, commissioners receive training and development from Youth Commission partners on a wide range of topics.
Application Deadline: Friday, September 27
To learn more about the role and to apply visit: http://forms.office.com/g/FSbTvyexAa
Department of Arts & Culture Grants Applications
It’s arts and culture grants season! The LA County Department of Arts and Culture has three applications open: Organization Grant Program (OGP) and Community Impact Arts Grant (CIAG), and Arts Internship Program (AIP). Los Angeles County recognizes that arts and culture strengthen quality of life, health, resilience, and the social and economic development of our people and communities. The Department of Arts and Culture’s programs provide crucial funding to nonprofits to administer their arts programming in communities throughout Los Angeles County. To learn more about the grant opportunities and apply, visit www.lacountyarts.org/funding.
Consumer Protection Lawsuit
LA County has filed a consumer protection lawsuit against Hawx Pest Control for unfair business practices. Consumers who believe they've been harmed by this business can file an online complaint at dcba.lacounty.gov or call 1-800-593-8222.
Learn more here: https://lacounty.gov/2024/08/29/la-county-sues-hawx-services-pest-control-alleging-illegal-high-pressure-sales-tactics-and-charging-for-services-not-provided/
Youth Development Networks - LA County Department of Youth Development
The Youth Development Networks (YDNs) offer free resources to support LA County youth. Programs available include academic and mentorship support, youth intervention and wellness, employment and youth development. To learn more and connect with local YDN services, visit www.dyd.lacounty.gov or contact SCLA-YDN@dyd.lacounty.gov.
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HOMELESS INITIATIVE LISTENING SESSIONS
The Homeless Initiative is hosting a series of virtual community listening sessions to gather input on strategies for addressing and preventing homelessness in Los Angeles County for fiscal year 2025-26. To participate, register using the link below, and check their website for a full list of session dates.
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HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH AT LA COUNTY PARKS
September 14 - October 12
Various Locations
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with LA County Parks & Recreation. Enjoy vibrant music, delicious food, art, and more. Events will take place in parks throughout the County. For more details and to find a park near you, visit parks.lacounty.gov/HHM.
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METRO YOUTH SUMMIT
Sat, September 21 | 9:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
Calling all high school students! Join Metro’s Youth Council for a day of food, prizes, music, a 360 Photobooth, youth led discussions and more. This year’s theme is Empowering Youth: Bridging Communities Through Transportation. To learn more about Metro Youth Council, visit metro.net/youthcouncil. For more information, email: metroyouthcouncil@metro.net.
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2ND DISTRICT STUDENT POLICY SUMMIT: ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
Sat, September 21 | 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m
Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 W. Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Join the Office of Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell for our next Racial Justice Learning Exchange (RJLE) event focused on advancing environmental justice in our communities. We are inviting you to be part of the audience to support local college students as they engage in a policy summit where they will have the opportunity to participate in a mock Board of Supervisors meeting.
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COMMUNITY GARDENING CLASSES
Saturday’s in September | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
2249 South Hobart Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90018
Join SLACDEC Wellness Garden for gardening classes taught by master gardeners, Dr. Sheridan Ross anf Linda Harrington. Please bring gardening tools. Vegetable seedlings and light refreshments will be provided. To register, please email judi@famecorporations.org.
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ANNUAL PARK COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Various Locations
This month the LA County Department of Parks & Recreations is holding community meetings at 67 parks and nature centers. Come meet park staff, learn about upcoming events and programs, and provide your input. Your feedback will shape their budget for the new fiscal year!
For more information visit https://parks.lacounty.gov/annual-community-meeting/.
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We encourage you to share this newsletter with your neighbors!
Sign up for the Second District Unincorporated Newsletter here.
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