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Turning Down the Volume on Party Houses
L.A. City Council to impose new fines in crackdown on ‘party houses’ On Wednesday, February 21st, the City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to rein in out-of-control party houses in Los Angeles. The ordinance creates a series of escalating fines against the homeowners or those who rent from them, who use their homes for massive […]
Fires May Be Fading, But Smoke Still Plagues Northridge
Though crews have the LA County wildfires mostly contained, Northridge residents are advised to take precautions for the smoke. Although firefighters are getting the upper hand on the wildfires burning in the Southland, unhealthy air was expected to continue Monday afternoon due to smoke rising from the blazes. The county Department of Public Health issued […]
2017 San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade Video
Video Courtesy of Mark Hovater
“Love is a Warm Blanket” Donation Drive
“Love is a Warm Blanket” is an annual blanket drive for the homeless in Los Angeles and beyond during Winter months, whose mission is to warm the hearts of the homeless and spread love with donations of blankets. New and gently used (washed) blankets will be collected at drop off sites until February 2018. You can also order directly through […]
Happy Independence Day
July 4th is one of the best days of summer. Whether you take your party to the beach or stick with a backyard barbecue, remember that fireworks are illegal in the City of Los Angeles! Fireworks are dangerous – they can cause serious injury and death to people, damage homes and property, and potentially start […]
A Guide to L.A.’s 2017 Outdoor Movie Screenings
There are few things better than watching a movie under the stars in Los Angeles. OK, maybe an all-you-can-eat taco bar under the stars is better, but barely. From an iconic cemetery to a rooftop in the heart of the entertainment capital of the world, L.A.’s spring and summer outdoor screenings are held at amazing […]
CD 12 Board of Public Works Town Hall
Councilmember Mitchell Englander and the Department of Public Works invite you to attend a Town Hall Meeting of the Board of Public Works. During the meeting, we will discuss public works projects in our district, offer an opportunity for community members to interact with Public Works staff, and learn about the challenging and exciting work that […]
CSUN On-Campus Hotel Project Public Meeting 5/10/17, 6:30 pm – RSVP
A five-story, 148-room hotel is proposed to be built on the CSUN campus on the site of the existing Orange Grove Bistro (formerly The University Club), located northwest of Nordhoff Street and Zelzah Avenue. CSUN is holding a public information meeting on Thursday evening, May 10, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. The project details are contained […]
Be Part of the Los Angeles Welcome – Saturday, May 6
This Saturday, please join the LA Department of Convention and Tourism Development in kicking off National Travel & Tourism Week by showing that the City of Los Angeles does welcome all visitors from everywhere! You may have seen the inspiring #EveryoneisWelcome video which is part of the global welcome initiative launched last week by our […]
Last Call for Public Surveys
The Police Commission is seeking the assistance of the community by completing an online survey to express their thoughts, opinions, and concerns in regards to the LAPD’s video release policy. We encourage the neighborhood Council members and their community constituents to visit www.lapdvideo.org to complete the online survey. The survey is provided in both English/Spanish […]
West San Fernando Valley Not Immune from Gang Violence, City Leaders Acknowledge
LA police and city leaders are brainstorming ways to combat the rising gang problem in west San Fernando Valley. A Los Angeles City Council committee Monday discussed ways to combat three years of rising gang-related crime in the west San Fernando Valley. Although the west valley enjoys a reputation as a quiet area low in […]
Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti to Address State of City
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is set to deliver his 2017 State of the City address today at City Hall at 10am. Watch it live at https://facebook.com/Garcetti The location of the City Hall chambers for the annual speech is a departure for Garcetti, who last year delivered it at an LED maker near the Port […]
Los Angeles to Consider Banning Oil Drilling Near Homes and Schools
Over the objections of the oil industry, Council President Herb Wesson wants to eliminate oil drilling in neighborhoods where people live. City Council President Herb Wesson plans to introduce a motion Wednesday to eliminate oil drilling in Los Angeles near homes, schools and other facilities. The motion calls for a study on the proposed restrictions, […]
24th Annual SOLID All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, May 20 8am-11am 10250 Etiwanda Ave, Northridge, CA $9 per person (Kids 3 and under are free)
Community Forum: Public Release of Officer-Involved Shooting Videos
The Los Angeles Police Commission Wants Your Input If an LAPD officer shoots a civilian, should video of the incident be released to the public? If so, when? And who should make the decision? The Los Angeles Police Commission wants your input. Please go to www.LAPDVideoPolicy.org to take an online questionnaire and help shape the LAPD’s policy on […]
Reward Offered to Combat Valley’s Spike in Home Burglaries
There have been more than 1,400 residential burglaries in the Valley so far this year, a 25 percent increase in such crimes. A spike in “knock-knock” burglaries plaguing the San Fernando Valley prompted City Councilman Mitchell Englander Wednesday to call for a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the culprits. […]
LAPD Reconsiders Controversial Body Camera Policy
The LAPD is reconsidering its policy to keep body camera footage from the public, and is asking for community input on a new policy. The Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners and Chief Charlie Beck outlined plans Thursday for seeking community input on establishing policies for the release of body camera footage taken during critical […]
San Fernando Valley 2nd Forum on Homelessness
The Valley Alliance of Neighborhood Councils (VANC) Resource Board invites you to attend the San Fernando Valley 2nd Forum on Homelessness Monday, March 27, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. Granada Hills Charter High School – Rawley Hall 10535 Zelzah Avenue, Granada Hills 91344 Featured Guest Speakers: Marco Santana -Senator Bob Herzberg’s office Kevin Taylor […]
Stay Informed with NotifyLA
The City of LA’s Emergency Management Department encourages you to sign up to receive free emergency alerts from the NotifyLA program. NotifyLA is a free emergency alert system that sends you life-saving safety information during emergencies and disasters. NotifyLA also keeps you up-to-date with relevant information about local emergencies and hazards like earthquakes, floods, fires […]