|
|
Dear Neighbor,
Our local economy and communities benefit from more residents having equitable access to employment opportunities – this must include our fellow residents who have served their time and are ready to work. Last year, I presented a motion with Supervisor Solis that the Board of Supervisors passed to create a Fair Chance Ordinance for our unincorporated communities that is aligned with the California Fair Chance Act (FCA) also known as Ban the Box.
Recently, the County’s Department of Economic Opportunity led a free virtual training in partnership with Root & Rebound and the County’s Department of Justice Care and Opportunities and Consumer & Business Affairs for justice-system impacted residents to know their rights, employer responsibilities, and where to access critical job search support.
If you missed it, you can watch the full recording of the workshop here: https://bit.ly/LA-Fair-Chance. Please share this with fellow residents who might benefit from this important information.
To learn more about the County’s Fair Chance Ordinance and its impact on workers and employers in our unincorporated communities, visit bit.ly/DEOFairChance.
Sincerely,
Holly J. Mitchell
Supervisor, Second District
Read Ahead:
|
|
On-Site Mental Health Services for Unhoused Residents at LA County Libraries with Highest Need
Our LA County Library system serves 3.4 million residents each year. Offering a wide range of programs and resources that all residents can benefit from, including those experiencing homelessness. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved my motion with Supervisor Hahn to provide an on-site clinician and/or licensed social workers at 10 libraries with the highest reported needs for additional expertise in serving unhoused residents (libraries will be selected in each of the five Supervisorial Districts). This pilot program will start in June and take place at the Carson, Lennox, and Willowbrook libraries in the 2nd District.
|
|
Team Mitchell Presents at Ladera Heights Civic Association Meeting
|
|
|
Team Mitchell attended the Ladera Heights Civic Association quarterly meeting, where representatives from the LA County Sheriff’s Department, LA Police Department, and LA County’s Fire Department provided updates and addressed community concerns. Our team shared about our 2nd District Community Budget, including the winning proposals that the Ladera Heights community voted on. We’re excited to move forward with the implementation phase of the initiative.
LA County Parks Free Snack Program
LA County Parks Free Snack Program is open to all children and youth 18 years old or younger. Delicious and nutritious snacks are available at 48 park locations, Monday thru Friday from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Enrollment is not required.
Participating 2nd District County Parks include: Alondra, Athens, Bethune, Bodger, Campanella, Carver, Del Aire, East Rancho Dominguez, Earvin Magic Johnson, Enterprise, Helen Kellen Park, Ladera Park, Lennox Park, Mona Park, Roosevelt Park, Ted Watkins, Victoria, and Washington. To learn more, visit parks.lacounty.gov/snackprogram
|
|
Marina del Rey Annual Dragon Boat Festival
Team Mitchell had the pleasure of joining our Marina del Rey (MdR) community for LA County’s Annual Dragon Boat Festival. 40 teams competed in multiple races for the glory of being the fastest on the water, including Team Mitchell, the LA County Dept. of Regional Planning, LA County Dept. of Public Works, LA County Dept. of Beaches & Harbors, and the MdR Tourism Board. Congratulations to all the teams that competed!
Thank you to the LA County Dragon Boat Club and the Department of Beaches and Harbors for making this event possible and for supporting our office’s initiative to help make Marina del Rey more accessible and sustainable for all to join. To learn more about MdR 4 All visit: https://www.mdr4all.org/now
|
|
FUNDING & GRANT RESOURCES |
|
SMALL BUSINESS MOBILITY FUND GRANTS
The County’s Department of Economic Opportunity and Inclusiv Action are offering grants to help sidewalk vendors in LA County get permitted and comply with the Sidewalk Vending Ordinance. The first round closes on May 2, 2025.
Apply here: bit.ly/SmallBusinessMobilityFund
|
|
JOB OPPORTUNITIES & INTERNSHIPS |
|
LA COUNTY IS HIRING LIFEGUARDS FOR THE SUMMER
LA County is now recruiting lifeguards for the summer! To view the full list of requirements and learn how to apply, visit governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty. You can take a walk-in swim test at your local County pool.
|
|
COMMUNITY EVENTS & PROGRAMS |
|
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING
Wednesday, March 19 | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Virtual Via Zoom
Join the Office of Cannabis Management for an online meeting to provide comments and help shape the environmental impact assessment being prepared for the County’s proposed commercial cannabis business license program.
|
|
DOULA MINGLE: CELEBRATING THE LAUNCH OF THE LA COUNTY MEDI-CAL DOULA HUB
Thursday, March 20 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Gathering Spot
5211 W. Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
Join the LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub at the Gathering Spot to mix and mingle with the amazing Community Doula Champions, diverse doulas from all over Los Angeles, advocates, activists, and more.
|
|
WALK & LEARN: MOBILITY JUSTICE IN WEST ADAMS
Friday, March 21 | 1:30 - 5:00 pm
New Life LA
2600 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
Join the Office of Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell with the support of Councilmember Heather Hutt for a one-mile mobility justice walking tour in West Adams. We will gain insights from experts and residents on creating an equitable mobility system that allows all Angelenos to travel freely, safely, efficiently, and affordably.
|
|
KOREAN KNOW YOUR RIGHTS VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
Thursday, March 27 | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Join Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez & the Korean American Federation of Los Angeles (KAFLA) for a virtual workshop led by the Legal Aid Foundation of LA (LAFLA) on immigrant rights. The workshop will be in Korean.
|
|
RENEWABLE ENERGY ORDINANCE UPDATE
Thursday, March 27 | 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Join LA County Planning for an overview of the Renewable Energy Ordinance, which guides where renewable energy projects can be located in unincorporated Los Angeles County. The ordinance is currently being updated to include regulations for battery energy storage systems (BESS). Spanish and Chinese interpretation will be available.
|
|
WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT ECO GARDENER PROGRAM
The Eco Gardener program educates residents on topics that allowe them to create a climate-friendly landscape while saving water. WRD has partnered with cities and nonprofits throughout the 43-city service area to provide FREE workshops that educate and inspire. Learn more here: https://www.wrd.org/eco-gardener-program
|
|
SAVE-THE-DATE
5TH ANNUAL JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION & RESOURCE FAIR
|
|
|
We are excited to share that our 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration & Resource Fair will be on Friday June 13, 2025. If you are interested in being a vendor, performer, sponsor, or volunteer, please complete the interest forms. We look forward to working together to bring this celebration with a purpose to our communities. To sign-up to attend and receive the latest updates on this event visit: https://mitchell.lacounty.gov/juneteenth-2025/
|
|
WILDFIRE INFO & RESOURCES |
|
|
For the latest updates on wildfire recovery efforts, including information on repopulation and resources, please visit https://recovery.lacounty.gov/
Residents and businesses impacted by the recent wildfires now have more time to apply for disaster assistance:
-
CA EDD Disaster unemployment deadline extended to March 31, 2025
|
|
|
You can learn about and provide public comment on upcoming Board motions before they come to the Board of Supervisors for a vote at one of the five public meetings also known as Cluster Meetings taking place each Wednesday.
The next set of Cluster Meetings is on Wednesday, March 19. To learn about cluster meetings, visit ceo.lacounty.gov/agendas.Sign-up to receive weekly notifications on cluster meetings here.
The Board of Supervisors meets every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m., except on Tuesdays following a Monday holiday when meetings begin at 1:00 p.m. The next meeting is Tuesday, March 18. View all public Board meetings live at: http://bos.lacounty.gov/Board-Meeting/Live-Broadcast.
|
|
|
We encourage you to share this newsletter with your neighbors!
Sign up for the Second District Unincorporated Newsletter here.
|
|
|
|
|
