This week, the City of L.A. began administering third dose Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised. Anyone who qualifies should check with their healthcare provider to make sure that receiving a third dose is the best option. Moderna or Pfizer third doses will be administered at least 28 days after […]
VaxFacts from the Mayor – June 28, 2021
Summer is here — and the end of the pandemic is in sight. Our state’s reopening and the steady decline in COVID-19 infections and related deaths has brought us renewed hope for recovery. This milestone for California comes as one in every five infections in the U.S. is now linked to the new and more […]
VaxFacts from the Mayor – May 17, 2021
From the first moments COVID-19 vaccines were approved, our City has done everything possible to get people vaccinated swiftly and safely. Those efforts continue today, with daily work to increase access to life-saving doses across Los Angeles. And right now, with expanded eligibility, extended vaccination site hours, and appointment-free options, we are closing in on […]
VaxFacts from the Mayor – May 7, 2021
It’s never been easier to get vaccinated against COVID-19 in Los Angeles. For the first time, the City has opened up appointment-free options for vaccinations, and we’ve moved more doses to walk-up centers and mobile clinics — all part of our ongoing effort to bring these life-saving vaccines directly into communities and make getting a shot as […]
Mayor Garcetti’s Proposed Budget
Because through the pain and trauma of this past year, we showed who we are — and defined what we believe in. This is a city whose people never run from tough challenges — we rise together to meet them. This is a city unafraid to acknowledge where we’re falling short and committed to doing […]
VaxFacts from the Mayor – April 12, 2021
Good news: Beginning tomorrow, every Californian 50 years and older will be eligible to get a vaccine –– bringing our state, our city, and our communities a step closer to ending this pandemic. If you’re eligible for a vaccine, you can book your appointment. This milestone comes as many regions in the United States contend with a […]
VaxFacts from the Mayor – March 31, 2021
Good news: Beginning tomorrow, every Californian 50 years and older will be eligible to get a vaccine –– bringing our state, our city, and our communities a step closer to ending this pandemic. If you’re eligible for a vaccine, you can book your appointment. This milestone comes as many regions in the United States contend with a […]
VaxFacts from the Mayor – March 16, 2021
This week marks another milestone in our vaccination effort in Los Angeles. Beginning yesterday, people with certain severe underlying health conditions are eligible to be vaccinated. Vaccines are now also open to veterans of all ages who are eligible for VA healthcare and enrolled with the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. And this week, […]
VaxFacts from the Mayor – March 11, 2021
Every day, there are more signs of progress in our battle against COVID-19. We’re administering more vaccines across Los Angeles, including through mobile clinics in L.A.’s hardest-hit areas. This week, the City began deploying the one-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine alongside the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines –– and vaccination appointments are still open at City-run sites. […]
Vax Facts from the Mayor – March 4, 2021
Tonight I announced several important updates to our vaccination effort in Los Angeles –– including the deployment of vaccination teams directly to homebound Angelenos and a partnership with Uber to provide free rides for South L.A. residents to our new USC vaccination site opening on Tuesday, March 9th. These critical programs build on our commitment […]
Vax Facts from the Mayor – February 28, 2021
Good news: vaccine eligibility is expanding. Starting tomorrow March 1, we’ll update our City of Los Angeles vaccination portal to allow those in Tier 1B –– workers in food and agriculture, education and childcare, and emergency services and first responders –– to make first dose appointments at City sites. We’re making this change to provide […]
Vax Facts from the Mayor
Here are the facts you need to know: STAY INFORMED: It can be challenging to keep up with ever-changing vaccine news. Get key information by signing up for email updates from the L.A. County Department of Public Health. Tell your friends and family to sign up for this VaxFacts newsletter or follow us at @MayorOfLA on Twitter. You can check out our Frequently Asked Questions to learn […]
Mayor Garcetti Issues “Safer at Home” Emergency Order to Los Angeles
Mayor Garcetti issues “Safer at Home” emergency order – ordering all residents of the City of L.A. to stay inside their residences and immediately limit all non-essential movement. Coronavirus.LACity.org El alcalde Garcetti anuncia la orden de emergencia “Más Protegidos en Casa”, ordenando a todos los residentes de la Ciudad de Los Ángeles que permanezcan dentro […]
Mayor Garcetti: Proposed Gondola that Could Take Fans to Dodger Stadium
Here’s the first look at renderings of the proposed gondola that could take fans from Union Station straight to Dodger Stadium. Here’s the first look at renderings of the proposed gondola that could take fans from Union Station straight to @Dodgers Stadium. pic.twitter.com/E2WQIbLG63 — Mayor Eric Garcetti (@MayorOfLA) April 26, 2018
Mayoral Candidate Forum Hosted by Northridge East Neighborhood Council
Thanks to everyone who attended Wednesday’s Northridge East NC Board meeting and Mayoral Candidate Forum. Special thanks to NENC’s Nick Beer for doing an excellent job of moderating the Forum! http://www.dailynews.com/government-and-politics/20170216/a-los-angeles-mayors-candidate-forum-without-mayor-eric-garcetti Mayor Eric Garcetti, who is running for re-election against 10 challengers, skipped a pair of candidate forums held Wednesday night in Northridge and […]
Watch the State of the City Address Live at 5 p.m.
Today, I will be giving my third State of the City Address as your Mayor. Each year, I try to find a place for this speech that means something to me personally — and that speaks to this unique moment in our city. This evening, I will be speaking in Harbor City, near our Port […]