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Dear Neighbor,
This week, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion I authored, instructing the Department of Public Health in collaboration with the Anti-Racism, Diversity and Inclusion (ARDI) Initiative, Department of Health Services, Emergency Medical Services, Aging and Disabilities Department, and other relevant County departments and partners to raise awareness about disparities in Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) heart health and promote resources through culturally and linguistically appropriate channels.
Los Angeles County is home to approximately 1.5 million residents of AANHPI descent. This is the largest AANHPI community in the country representing over 40 ethnic groups, each with distinct languages, cultures, and characteristics.
Because of practices like data aggregation and the harmful “model minority” myth, the needs of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) residents often go unnoticed. We now have studies showing people of South Asian descent had the highest death rate from heart disease than any other ethnic group in the United States, holding up to four times the risk and developing heart disease up to a decade earlier.
We must remember that heart disease and related issues are preventable and that we have a responsibility to inform the public, especially our AANHPI communities, through culturally and linguistically appropriate channels. Our families and loves ones deserve a chance to take care of themselves and we must proactively promote the health and wellbeing and raise awareness.
For more information on heart disease, please visit LA County Department of Public Health.
Sincerely,
Hilda L. Solis
Supervisor, First District
  I had the immense pleasure of joining the celebration of 700 Simmons this week, a rehabilitated 11-unit building in East Los Angeles that marks the success of one of the first residential community land trust projects in Los Angeles County, and the first of its kind in East Los Angeles.
700 Simmons demonstrates the transformative impact the LA County Pilot Community Land Trust Partnership Program can have for families looking to secure permanently affordable housing. That is why I am proud to have championed the motion in 2020 that ensured approximately $14 million for acquisition and rehab projects, including 700 Simmons.
This project is a testament to the collective change we can make by implementing community land trusts as an alternative ownership model to secure long-term affordable housing, promote community control, and prevent displacement. Thank you to the Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC), Fideicomiso Comunitario Tierra Libre (FCTL), the residents of 700 Simmons, and all our partners and community members. ¡Si se pudo!
  This week, my office in East Los Angeles held an Emergency Preparedness Workshop at the East Los Angeles Civic Center alongside our partners at Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Department of Public Social Services, Department of Consumer and Business Affairs, and Department of Aging and Disabilities.
With 83 seniors in attendance, our older adults learned valuable safety tips from the Fire Department, who led this workshop in Spanish. I am deeply committed to ensuring our residents, including older adults in our First District communities, are empowered and knowledgeable about staying safe. What a joy to see folks building community over conchas and coffee. Thank you to all our residents who attended, our partners, and of course, Team Solis, for such an incredible event.
  I joined the long-awaited ribbon cutting celebration this morning for the Vincent Community Bikeways Project, a project from the San Gabriel Valley Greenway Network Strategic Implementation Plan to transform Los Angeles County’s watershed areas into an interconnected network of bike paths, trails, and green spaces for all.
This project, which includes support from several state, regional and community organizations, delivers multiple community benefits including improved mobility and recreation options for people of all ages and abilities, the option for active transportation, and safe access to parks, jobs, schools, and shopping centers.
I grew up in the neighboring community of Puente Valley and understand that for many of our families, access to green spaces or even a car for travel is not always possible. The completion of this bikeway project increases access to green spaces and encourages environmentally friendly alternatives to travel.
The Vincent Community Bikeways consists of 4.5 miles of bikeways to connect people cycling between Vincent/Covina Islands, and the cities of Azusa, Covina, Irwindale, and West Covina. I have no doubt this will provide a better quality of life for all our residents in the San Gabriel Valley.
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It was a joy to join CultivaLA for their Farm Pumpkin Patch event in South El Monte last week. Over 500 children and their families picked out their very own pumpkin to decorate and take home, in addition to partaking in arts and crafts, a petting zoo, an emergency preparedness workshop and other fall festivities.
This event is always a fall favorite of mine –there is nothing quite like kicking off the spooktacular season amongst community.
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The Dia de los Muertos celebrations in Grand Park not only honors the rich cultural heritage of the Latino community but also invites all Angelenos to participate in a joyous remembrance of loved ones, showcasing art, music, and tradition.
I took some time this week to visit these altars, and as I saw our First District’s altar alongside other beautiful community and county altars, I was moved by the vibrant spirit of Los Angeles and the joyous remembrance of loved ones, great community leaders, and even pets that have passed the rainbow bridge.
The altars and celebrations will continue until Nov. 2nd, and I encourage everyone to view, participate, and celebrate this piece of civic and cultural engagement.
To learn more, visit https://grandparkla.org
 
This Saturday, join the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center at Whittier Narrows Park to add a new member to your family!
In honor of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, the Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control is waiving adoption fees for dogs, Oct. 15th-31st, including spay/neuter and microchip services.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is hosting a community meeting on harm reduction for residents in Supervisorial District 1 from 12-1:30 p.m. Friday, November 1 at the LA Mission. Registration is required. On-site parking is limited.
The Los Angeles County LGBTQ+ Commission is excited to announce the open application for two at-large LGBTQ+ Commissioner seats! The application will close on Friday, November 1st at 11:59PM PST. Please share this announcement amongst your communities and encourage interested folks to apply.
To learn more and for the application link, visit http://lgbtq.lacounty.gov. For direct questions, reach out to info@lgbtqcommission.lacounty.gov
 
 Meet Sierra!
This adorable little dumpling, Sierra (#A5652679) has had a rough start to life, but you would never know when you spend time with her. Incredibly sweet, affectionate, and trusting, Sierra is the perfect little lovebug, ready to wiggle her way into your home and heart. She is very friendly with people and other pups.
Interested in viewing other pets at our County Shelters? Visit Dept of Animal Care and Control https://animalcare.lacounty.gov.
 Meet Max!
Max (#A5652680) is a compact German Shepherd and Welsh Corgi mix will shine in a home where he feels safe and is well cared for. Although a shy boy, he warms up a little more easily with women on a gentle approach. Max is good on a leash and is ready for his new family!
Ready to meet him? Come visit him today at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center!
Interested in viewing other pets at our County Shelters? Visit Dept of Animal Care and Control https://animalcare.lacounty.gov.
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