The L.A. Zoo is hosting 10-week paid internships for college students from over-excluded identities in the zoo and conservation fields. Interns will work directly with industry professionals on real-world projects, summarize their practical knowledge, and present their experience at the conclusion at the end of their internship. This opportunity will allow students to jump-start their […]
Last Call for Rental Assistance–March 31!!
If you are a landlord or tenant and need financial assistance with unpaid rent or utilities, we encourage you to apply for the CA-COVID-19 Rent Relief Program. Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2022, to pay unpaid rent and/or utilities owed up to March 31, 2022. Income-eligible applicants may qualify regardless of immigration status […]
LA County’s Guaranteed Income Program is Launching on March 31st
Could you use an extra $1,000 a month? LA County’s Guaranteed Income Program is launching. Eligible residents who are selected will have a chance to “breathe” easier. Applications start March 31, 2022. For details on eligibility, please visit breathe.lacounty.gov
Billions Of Genetically Modified Mosquitoes May Swarm California
As many as 2 billion mosquitoes will be released in California to help combat mosquito-borne diseases such as yellow fever, dengue, and Zika. A swarm of 2 billion genetically modified mosquitoes could soon buzz across California to help combat an invasive mosquito species known to spread diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, Zika and yellow fever. […]
Council District 12 – “2021 Year in Review”
Over the last year, CD12 was able to prioritize public safety, support local businesses, and put our neighborhoods first. Click here to download the Year in Review PDF.
Housing is Key
The Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) has announced that the “Housing is Key” Rent Relief Program will stop accepting applications on March 31st. This program provides free financial assistance to landlords and renters who need help with unpaid rent or utilities due to COVID-19. LAHD urges tenants and landlords to apply before the end of the […]
Healthy Buildings, Healthy Places Program
The Los Angeles City Planning Urban Design Studio invites your participation in their upcoming workshops regarding the Healthy Buildings, Healthy Places program. Since its introduction in 2021, LA City Planning has developed a strategy to implement healthy building and climate-adapted site design through an update to the City’s landscape ordinance. Please join the department for one […]
City Vaccination Requirements in Effect
COVID-19 vaccine verification is now required for customers and onsite employees at indoor portions of bars, wineries breweries, nightclubs, and lounges in the County of Los Angeles. Additionally, in the City of Los Angeles, vaccine verification is needed to enter additional establishments beyond what is required under the County mandate including: Establishments where food or […]
LA County Masking Update
Effective today, LA County has made modifications to masking rules. After hitting a key milestone, the Los Angeles County Health Officer has lifted indoor mask requirements in many places, but federal and state rules continue to require masks for everyone* 2 years of age and older in some locations (see table). Masks are required indoors […]
Speed Limit Reductions
In response to the Mayor’s Executive Directive No.10: Vision Zero, which committed the City to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries from traffic collisions by 2025, and the Governor’s recent signing of AB43, which allows cities to maintain and enforce existing safe speed limits and roll back speed limit increases that happened several years ago, the […]
Metro Temporary Service Adjustments
Due to staffing shortages, Metro is making temporary service adjustments, effective Sunday, Feb. 20, to many bus and all rail lines in order to provide riders with more reliable and predictable service. While wait times may increase slightly, these adjustments will result in fewer canceled trips. Click here for details regarding affected lines.
LA Optimized for Small Businesses
LA Optimized is a recently launched program to bridge the digital divide and help small businesses access the assistance they need to succeed in the digital marketplace. In recognition of the setbacks small businesses faced during the pandemic, this program aims to provide the resources, tools, and services necessary to help them remain competitive, grow, […]
SoCalGas Company Puts Forward its Angeles Link Plan
From CD12 Councilmember John Lee: Yesterday, the Southern California Gas Company put forward its Angeles Link plan that will create the United States’ largest Green Hydrogen Energy Infrastructure System, which will significantly help end our dependence on the Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility. Ending the region’s reliance on Aliso Canyon in a responsible manner […]
Super Bowl Party Safety
HAVING A COVID SAFE SUPER BOWL Guidance for Families and Individuals This guide offers ideas on how to reduce your risk of COVID-19 while enjoying a Super Bowl watch party with family and friends. The Super Bowl often means gathering indoors for an extended period of time while eating, drinking, cheering, and shouting. These are […]
LA City Youth Council
Applications for the first-ever LA City Youth Council are now open! This incredible opportunity will allow 30 young adults to serve a one-year term in which they will learn about local government, manage community projects, and make policy and budgetary recommendations to city officials. If you, or someone you know is interested, follow this link […]
LADWP Cares
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is offering assistance to customers who may have fallen behind on their utility bills. LADWP will begin applying credits to unpaid residential bills starting this month. In addition, the department is also offering a variety of financial assistance programs including discounts that can make managing your bill easier. Follow the link […]
$12,250 Tax Hike If CA Health Bill Passes: CA Universal Health Care Bill Spurs Debate Over High Cost
A universal healthcare bill advanced in the Assembly, but an attached amendment to raise taxes by $163 billion may be a nonstarter. California could become the first state in the nation to enact universal healthcare coverage, but opponents are already questioning how that will be paid for. On Jan. 6, a group of Democratic lawmakers […]
Having issues ordering your free at-home COVID test? Here’s what to do
On Tuesday, Americans were able to order free COVID tests for the first time after the federal government rolled out its website for ordering them a day earlier than expected. However, some people ran into issues with the site. The website, COVIDtests.gov, was reportedly in its testing phase when it launched on Tuesday and should […]
Place Your Order for Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits
All Americans can now order free at-home COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits as part of the Biden Administration’s effort to reign in the latest surge of coronavirus cases amid the Omicron Variant. The home tests are meant to supplement the more conventional lab tests consumers get at testing sites, clinics, or hospitals. Persons interested in […]
Request for Proposals (RFP) to Solicit Researchers to Conduct the Aliso Canyon Disaster Health Research Study
On Tuesday, January 18, 2022, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit researchers to conduct the Aliso County Disaster Health Research Study (Health Study). The purpose of the Health Study is to evaluate the short and long-term health impacts of the 2015-2016 Southern California […]