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This week we celebrated the long-awaited ribbon cutting for the non-profit organization HOPICS (Homeless Outreach Program Integrated Care System) new Access Center in Compton. This is more than a building. It’s a welcoming open door for people experiencing homelessness to take the first courageous step toward safety, stability, and a place to call home. Thank you to Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragán, Compton Mayor Emma Sharif, and to everyone who made this vision a reality. When we invest in people, connection, and housing, our communities as a whole benefit. To learn more about services and support provided by HOPICS visit: www.hopics.org.
National Public Health week (April 6 -12) is right around the corner. We are proud to partner with the County Department of Public Health, Department of Economic Opportunity, and Inclusive Action in the City for our Taste of Possibility event on Thursday April 9 at Ted Watkins Park.
This is a one-stop-shop for sidewalk vendors and small businesses to receive information and support with the County’s Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKOs) so they can safely operate their business and serve our communities. There will also be resources for receiving a Compact Mobile Food Operation cart. To learn more click here.
Here is the list of events happening throughout public health week.
We partnered with the LA Regional Food Bank to distribute over 3,000 boxes of food to 30 locations throughout our district that included senior centers, housing sites, and community-based organizations. Check out the video to learn more.
Thank you to our We are the 2nd District Volunteer Coalition for helping to make this two-day food distribution possible, putting meals on the tables of families and seniors.
For info on food resources, please visit: lafoodbank.org/find-food/pantry-locator/ or call 2-1-1.
Join us in partnership with the LA Phil on Saturday, April 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Judith and Thomas L. Beckmen YOLA Center (101 S. La Brea Ave, Inglewood, CA 90301) for an interactive dance, poetry, and music making event.
We will explore and honor cultural legacies, confront erasure of BIPOC artists, and take steps toward a more inclusive future in the arts.
This free event will include workshops on percussion traditions from cultures across West Africa, Son Jarocho Zapateado (regional Mexican folk dance), Tinikling (Philippine bamboo dance) and more! We hope to see you there!
Metro wants to hear from you! The Metro Board is composed of the five Los Angeles County Supervisors, the Mayor of Los Angeles and three mayoral appointees, representatives from other cities across the County, and a non-voting state representative. This structure is designed to balance regional perspectives in decision-making. As Los Angeles County governance evolves, including the future expansion of the Board of Supervisors and the establishment of an elected County Executive, the Metro Board has directed staff to provide background information and support a thoughtful discussion on ensuring Metro provides strong regional representation, accountability and leadership.
Participate in an upcoming Community Listening Session and provide your input on who should represent your interests on the Metro Board.
Upcoming Meetings:
Monday, April 6, 5:00 p.m.
In-Person: Residence Inn Conference Room, 2420 Marine Ave, Redondo Beach
Virtual: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1601341255
Webinar ID: 160 134 1255
Wednesday, April 8, 6:00 p.m.
In-Person: Metro Headquarters, 1 Gateway Plaza, 3rd Floor Board Room, Los Angeles
Virtual: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1618562032
Webinar ID: 161 856 2032
To find your nearest listening session and to learn more click here.
If you are not able to participate virtually or in-person you can still share your feedback here by taking the survey.
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