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Dear Neighbor,
I recently joined my fellow Supervisors and leaders from across LA County to raise awareness of the Report on Hate Crimes for 2023. Thank you to the County's Human Relations Commission for leading the collaborative process of compiling this necessary report.
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Each number captured represents a fellow resident who has the right to live, love, worship, and be true to themselves without experiencing threats to their safety and humanity.
The increase in reported crimes is a disturbing trend that we have the power to help stop. We know there are still far too many incidents that go unreported, which is why the data from this annual report is critical for improving our strategies and shared responsibility to respond to and help prevent all forms of hate.
Join the county in standing up to hate by being accountable for our actions and how we treat each other and by reporting and getting the resources at https://www.lavshate.org/ or 2-1-1.
Sincerely,
Holly J. Mitchell
Supervisor, Second District
Read Ahead:
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UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITY UPDATES |
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Addressing Homelessness: LA County’s Pathway Home Resolution in Florence-Firestone Houses 65 People |
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 The County’s Pathway Home program led a large-scale resolution in our Florence-Firestone community, helping to connect 68 people experiencing homelessness to interim housing along with support transitioning to permanent housing and removed 28 inoperable RV’s. Check out the coverage here from KTLA on how this three day effort with the support of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority and non-profit organization, The People Concern.
The County’s Pathway Home team is continuing to work through additional housing options for the people in the Alameda/Lou Dillon area due to the interim housing site being at capacity. If you are a motel owner in this area that is interested in working with the county to provide interim housing through this program, please contact Carter Hewgley at CHewgley@ceo.lacounty.gov.
To report encampments in Unincorporated LA County, call 1-888-838-6746, email dumping@pw.lacounty.gov or use The Works App here. In the City of LA, you can submit a request through 3-1-1 or complete the form here.
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Willowbrook: Upcoming Public Meeting (January 8, 2025) on Bowman Plating Company’s 2024 Health Risk Assessment
 We want to ensure our Willowbrook residents are aware of the upcoming South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (South Coast AQMD) virtual public meeting on Wednesday January 8th, 2025 from 6:00-8:00pm to discuss the results of Bowman Plating Company’s (Bowman) 2024 Health Risk Assessment (Spanish version).
South Coast AQMD is an agency that helps monitor and protect against air pollution. As a member of the AQMD board and representative for this community, I encourage our Willowbrook residents to join my office in attending this important discussion. This is an opportunity to learn more about potential health risks from AQMD staff, get insight on next steps for Bowman’s risk reduction plan and to provide feedback directly to the facility.
Join the January 8, 2025 / 6:00-8:00pm Zoom Webinar Meeting - click here: https://scaqmd.zoom.us/j/92670382707 Zoom Webinar ID: 926 7038 2707 (applies to all)
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For more information on South Coast AQMD’s Health Risk Assessments visit: https://www.aqmd.gov/home/rules-compliance/compliance/toxic-hot-spots-ab-2588/health-risk-assessment
2nd District Beautification Project: Transforming Empty Lots into Green Spaces and Removing 71,000 Pounds of Trash
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It's always inspiring to see our next generation of leaders taking action. I recently had the pleasure of joining our 2nd District Beautification Project Clean-Up Crew members who are part of LA Conservation Corps for a design workshop. Over the past year, this amazing group of Corps members have completed more than 100 clean-ups helping to remove over 71,000 pounds of trash from our unincorporated communities. But their impact goes beyond clean-ups. They're also transforming empty lots into beautiful green spaces, designing gardens with guidance from LA Trade Tech's Professor of Architecture and Environmental Design, Marcela Oliva.
I can't wait for our fellow residents to experience the benefits of the final design projects these students will bring to life!
To learn more about the 2nd District Beautification Project, visit https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/beautificationproject
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Advancing Equity in the County’s Procurement Process for Small and Diverse Businesses |
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The county relies on goods and services from businesses and non-profit organizations to help us meet the needs of millions of residents. Increasing access for small businesses and organizations from communities that have historically faced barriers to work with the county has been a priority for me since taking office. With the support of the board, my office has proposed policies aimed at creating a more equitable process to address this challenge.
I appreciate the detailed updates this week from our county departments, including the Department of Economic Opportunity on the actions taken to make our procurement process more efficient and inclusive. To learn more about how small businesses and non-profits can work with the county, visit: https://doingbusiness.lacounty.gov/
Re-Opening of Monteith Park in View Park
The stormwater improvement project at Monteith Park in our unincorporated View Park community is complete and now the park is re-opened for the community to enjoy. This project involved the construction of an infiltration system to help manage stormwater and urban runoff. from 228 acres of primarily residential and commercial land from neighboring areas. The View Park Green Alley improvements portion of the project is still closed and is expected to open in January 2025.
To learn more about the project click the link here.
Celebrating New Supportive Housing in West Carson
 I greatly enjoyed meeting Rocio and many other of my newly housed constituents at PATH Ventures' newest supportive and affordable housing development in our unincorporated West Carson community. This beautiful four-story community site provides 111 units of supporting housing for individuals and families with low incomes and special needs.
Thank you to the County's Development Authority, Mental Health and Health Department, and Assessors office for working closely with PATH and community partners to open this site and provide wrap-around services for residents.
I look forward to continuing to work together to create many more moments like these.
Pledging My Commitment to the 2nd District
 Surrounded by my fellow residents, elected and community leaders, our dedicated county workers, and my incredible team, I proudly pledged my commitment to continue serving the 2nd District for a second term. Thank you for trusting me with this honor. I am grateful for every person who has been part of the progress we have made these past four years, and I am clear that our work is not done.
I want to thank constituents Brian Bowen, Karen Qualls, Chris’ Anthony Sims, and Maria Jose Vides for administering a community oath that I was proud to accept, because it was tied to their lived experiences that are similar to so many of our residents and representative of a fundamental pledge to meet the diverse needs of our communities so that we can leave the 2nd district better than it was before I took office.
Thank you to everyone who made this swearing-in ceremony so special, including John Kim with Catalyst California, Caroline Bhalla with the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission, the Los Angeles County Fire Department Honor Guard, Goapele, Pastor James McKnight, Benin Lemus, Pastor Rene Molina, Las Colibri - the all-women mariachi band, the Koreatown Youth + Community Center drummers, Charles Fletcher, the artist Ramsess for sharing is inspiring artwork, the Girls Scouts of Inglewood, and the Wilshire Ebell Theatre.
To view event photos, click here.
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Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health celebrates the one-year anniversary of the implementation of the CARE Court program. This program helps adults experiencing severe, untreated mental illnesses by developing a plan to provide services tailored to their needs. For more information, visit https://www.lacourt.org/care/. Residents and family members can also access other LACDMH programs, services, and resources here, by calling the 24/7 Help Line at (800) 854-7771, or calling/texting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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Volunteer for the 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count
Registration is now open for the 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count. Every year, thousands of volunteers join this meaningful effort to survey our communities and gather critical data on Angelenos experiencing unsheltered homelessness. Your participation directly helps advocate for and allocate vital resources to those in need. Register here https://count.lahsa.org/.
Economic Opportunity Holiday Grants
Small businesses and nonprofits in L.A. County can receive up to $5,000 in funding through the new Economic Opportunity Holiday Grant Program! Powered by PACE in LA and the American Rescue Plan Act, this grant supports organizations still recovering from the pandemic. Applications are open until December 31st. Visit bit.ly/SmallBusinessGrants2025 to check eligibility, apply, and access resources.
LA County Department Of Arts And Culture Grant Review Panelists
The Department of Arts and Culture is looking for panelists with a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and skills to serve on grant review panels and artist selection committees! If you are an artist, community member, arts administrator, educator, or funder, we need you! Nominate yourself or someone you know by filling out this brief questionnaire here.
2025 EmpowerLA Youth Conference Application Now Open
Applications are officially open for the 2025 EmpowerLA Youth Conference, taking place on Saturday February 22, 2025! Young people between the ages of 14-17 from across Los Angeles are invited to apply to attend this day-long event focused on civic engagement, local government, and community impact. EmpowerLA Youth Conference attendees will explore the role the Neighborhood Council system plays in grassroots democracy, attend learning sessions on ways to be civically engaged in the community, network with like-minded young leaders, engage with City leaders, and so much more! Breakfast and lunch will be provided to all participants. Applications are due Friday, December 20, 2024. Learn more and apply: empowerla.org/civicyouth/.
LAHSA Winter Shelters Now Open
LAHSA’s Winter Shelter Program (WSP) is now open throughout LA County from November 1 - March 31 ! The Winter Shelter Program is held annually to protect people experiencing homelessness during Los Angeles's colder months. Winter Shelters are located all across the County, and will be operating 24 hours a day. For more information about the Winter Shelter Program, visit http://lasha.org/winter-shelter or call 211.
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LA COUNTY PARKS AFTER DARK WINTER WONDERLAND
Fridays: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 4:00 pm - 8:00 p.m.
Parks Across LA County
Parks After Dark returns for the winter season with extended hours and free recreational activities at 34 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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65TH ANNUAL LA COUNTY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
Tuesday, December 24 | 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season with the 65th Annual LA County Holiday Celebration! Enjoy live music and dance performances at the Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion or stream the event live on PBS SoCal. Admission is free, but tickets are required. Don’t miss this holiday tradition - secure your tickets at holidaycelebration.org.
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