Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following: --- Los Angeles City Council Redistricting --- City of Los Angeles Consolidated Planning and Fair Housing Community Meeting --- LAUSD School Board Redistricting Pre-Draft Public Hearing --- Statement on the 2012 Community Budget Survey --- Mayor Villaraigosa invites Angelenos to "Discover the Arts in LA" --- Statement on the passing of Don Cornelius --- Free Movie Night in Pacoima --- Free Tax Preperation/Filing Services --- Canceled - North Hills Community Clean Up --- Free Recycling Event --- Valley Vocalizers Toastmasters --- Title II of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) “Obligations of State & Local Government” Training and Workshop Please contact us with any questions. Have a wonderful weekend!
LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL REDISTRICTING Nearly 2,000 Angelenos from across the City participated at the commission hearings, which took place in each of the 15 council districts throughout Los Angeles.
The Commission will be hosting 7 public hearings between February 1-11, 2012 to gather input regarding the Commission's preliminary draft map. The preliminary map will be posted on the Commission's website at http://redistricting2011.lacity.org by the end of this week. After the conclusion of this next round of hearings, the Commission will make any necessary changes to the map before adopting and a presenting a final proposed map to the City Council on March 1, 2012.
The Commission wants to hear your thoughts on the new preliminary draft map, and invites you and your community to participate in this important meeting. Below is information about the hearings nearest you.
Los Angeles City Council Redistricting Hearings Date: Saturday, February 4, 2012 Time: 11:00 AM Location: Pierce College, The Great Hall 6201 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Date: Thursday, February 09, 2012
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Walter Reed Middle School, Auditorium 4525 Irvine Avenue, Studio City, CA 91602
As with the last round of hearings, light refreshments and translation will be provided.
CITY OF LOS ANGELES CONSOLIDATED PLANNING AND FAIR HOUSING COMMUNITY MEETING The City of Los Angeles Commission on Community and Family Services and the Community Development and Housing Departments invite you to attend two upcoming community meetings.
The City is requesting public input on the Mayor’s proposed budget for the federal Housing and Community Development Consolidated Plan (April 1, 2012 – March 31, 2013).
Funds can be used to invest in: • Businesses to create jobs • Job training for adults and youth • Neighborhood improvements • Gang prevention • Affordable housing • Services for seniors and the disabled • Fair housing
Los Angeles anticipates receiving four grants providing approximately $93 million. In addition to a review of the proposed Consolidated Plan budget, there will be a discussion about fair housing and barriers and impediments to fair housing choice in Los Angeles. You will have an opportunity to share information and learn about fair housing rights.
Meetings will be held in the following locations: North Valley Sunland-Tujunga Municipal Building 7747 Foothill Blvd. Tujunga, CA 91402 Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Central/Downtown Los Angeles Central City Neighborhood Partners 501 South Bixel Street Los Angeles, CA 90017 Wednesday, February 1, 2012, 6:00 to 7:30 pm Watts/South Los Angeles Bradley Milken FamilySource Center 1773 E. Century Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90002 Thursday, February 2, 2012, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Facilities will be accessible for persons with disabilities. Language translation is available upon request made at least 72 hours in advance.
Please call the Commission or CDD for additional information at 213-744-9047 or 213-744-7333. TTY: 213-744-9395.
If you are unable to attend, but want to share your comments, please send them to cdd.planning@lacity.org, or to: Community Development Department 1200 W. 7th Street, 6th Floor Los Angeles, CA 90017 Attention: Planning, Research, and Evaluation Division
LAUSD SCHOOL BOARD REDISTRICTING PRE-DRAFT PUBLIC HEARING The Los Angeles Unified School District Redistricting Commission is excited to report that there will be 7 Pre-Draft Public Hearings that we would like you to attend. Come and tell LAUSD Redistricting Commissioners what you would like to see in the new Board District map!
Board District 1 February 9th, 6 PM Hamilton High School 2955 S. Robertson Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90034
Board District 2 February 7th, 6 PM Mendez Learning Center 1200 Plaza del Sol Los Angeles, CA 90033
Board District 3 February 6th, 6 PM Reseda High School 18230 Kittridge St. Reseda, CA 91335
Board District 4 February 7th, 6 PM Berstein High School 1309 N. Wilton Pl. Hollywood, CA 90028
Board District 5 February 6th, 6 PM Southgate High School 3351 Firestone Blvd. South Gate, CA 90280
Board District 6 February 8th, 6 PM Panorama High School 8015 Van Nuys Blvd. Panorama City, CA 91402
Board District 7 February 8th, 6 PM Edison Middle School 6500 Hooper Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90001
Translators, sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability, requests should be made at least 72 hours prior to meeting. Please call (213)473-5704 or emailcharles.modica@lacity.org for accommodations.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA RELEASES STATEMENT ON THE 2012 COMMUNITY BUDGET SURVEY
January 31, 2012
LOS ANGELES -Mayor Villaraigosa issued a statement about the ongoing collection of the annual community budget survey.
"As the City of Los Angeles continues on the path towards fiscal sustainability, it is important to receive the input and participation of Neighborhood Councils and their constituents. This year we gained valuable insight from community stakeholders by partnering with the Neighborhood Council Budget Advocates to design the community budget survey.
The community budget survey was released January 15, 2012 and distributed to all 95 Neighborhood Councils around the City. It is available for public access at budgetsurveyla.com. The survey includes questions focused on the City’s major budget concerns for the upcoming fiscal year, and will be available until February 22, 2012. Upon the deadline, my office will collect the information and release the findings to the public.
We hope that Angelenos will take full advantage of this opportunity. This is your chance to help make the City work for you; your views are a vital aspect in creating a spending plan that truly reflects the needs of our city.”
The link to the Mayor's 2012 Community Budget Survey is:
A hard copy of the survey can be found at www.lacity.org. Once on the City's website, under the Mayor's name, click on "City Budget" and follow the prompt.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA INVITES ANGELENOS TO “DISCOVER THE ARTS IN LA” January 31, 2012 LOS ANGELES -Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement celebrating the fourth annual LA Arts Month and the “Discover the Arts” campaign. The “Discover the Arts” campaign runs from January 16, 2012, to April 30, 2012, and more information can be found at discoverlosangeles.com/thearts
"Today, I joined LA, INC., local art leaders, artists, and private partners to celebrate LA Arts Month and kick off the three-month 'Discover the Arts' campaign.
In tough economic times it is tempting to see art and culture as a luxury, but creativity is what drives our city’s economy. With one in every eight people in the region employed in a creative field and more creative establishments and employment than any other city in the U.S., Los Angeles truly is where the world creates and innovates.
'Discover the Arts' is the longest running and largest arts campaign in the City of Los Angeles, and celebrates the abundance of diversity and cultural experiences our great City has to offer. More importantly, it opens the doors of our renowned art and cultural institutions to Angelenos and visitors alike at affordable, discounted rates.
I encourage Angelenos and visitors to get out and explore the vibrant collection of art and performing arts right at our fingertips. There are wonderful treasures nestled in the heart of Los Angeles just waiting to be discovered.”
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF DON CORNELIUS February 1, 2012 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement today on the passing of Don Cornelius:
“Today, Los Angeles mourns the loss of Don Cornelius, an innovative television host and producer, but more importantly, a national icon in the African-American community.
As the host and producer of the world-renowned show, Soul Train, he broke barriers for many African-American artists, providing the first platform for them to showcase their remarkable talents to a mainstream audience.
In my years of service, I had the great pleasure of developing a friendship with him. Although he has left us, his presence will forever be remembered in the phrase he so cleverly coined, “…wishing you love, peace, and soul.”
He was indeed cherished by the community and his peers for his many accomplishments, and for that, his legacy will continue.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.”
FREE MOVIE NIGHT IN PACOIMA Councilmenber Richard Alarcón and his City Ambassadors invite you in honor of Black History Month to Movie Night FREE ADMISSION Friday, February 3, 2012, 5:30 PM Where: Northeast Valley Neighborhood City Hall 13520 Van Nuys Blvd Pacoima ,CA Bring your own food ,blankets and friends. To RSVP or any questions call : (818) 485-0600
FREE TAX PREPARATION/FILING SERVICES State Controller John Chiang along with North Valley Occupational Center, State Senator Alex Padilla, Assemblymember Felipe Fuentes, LA City Councilmember Tony Cardenas, and LAUSD Board Member Nury Martinez invite you attend:
Through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program For taxpayers with annual incomes of $50,000 or less.
Saturday, February 4, 2012 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. North Valley Occupational School 11450 Sharp Avenue - Mission Hills, CA 91345
What To Bring: Photo ID Social Security Card or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number for all family members All Earnings Statements (W-2’s, 1099’s, Social Security Income) Copy of Prior-Year Tax Return Bank Account & Routing Number for Direct Deposit Tuition Fees & Expenses Expenses Paid for Child/Day Care
CANCELED- NORTH HILLS COMMUNITY CLEAN UP EVENT CANCELED The North Hills East Neighborhood Council Invites you to join us Neighborhood Cleanup Day
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012 Time: 9am-1pm Where: Penny Lane 15314 Rayen St., North Hills, CA 91343 Refreshments will be provided
Questions or to RSVP please contact: Dawn Mondie Beautification Committee, Chair Dawn.nhenc@gmail.com or (818) 538-9151
FREE RECYCLING EVENT Sponsored by Rotary Clubs of North Hollywood, Van Nuys and West San Fernando Valley Collection and disposal of electronic e-waste and paper. Recycle old, used broken electronics. Drop off paper for shredding (paper shredding will take place off site)
Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 9am to 3pm 3 easy drive up and drop off locations
North Hollywood St. Charles Borromeo Church Service Center 10850 Moorepark St. at Moorepark and Lankershim
Valley Glen LA Valley College parking lot B at Fulton Ave. and Oxnard St.
Woodland Hills LA Pierce College 6201 Winnetka Ave. Parking lot 7, Mason Entrance at Victory Blvd. and Mason
What is E-Waste? E-waste is defined as any consumer electronic equipment that has reached its 'end-of-life', end-of-usage', wheather in full or non-working condition. Most electronics or electronic equipments with a cord or circuit board such as: Home Entertainment and Small Appliances Stereo Systems Television Sets VCR/VCD/DVD Players Car batteries Computer equipment and networks Computers Computer monitors Copiers Laptops Printers Scanners Main Frame Units Networking equpment Motherboard Systems Tower Supplies Toner Cartridges Cell Phones Landline phones MP3 Players PDA's Smart Phones
Disclaimer: Computer/laptop harddrives will not be removed onsite. For your privacy, harddrives left on computers/laptops will be wiped clean magnetically. No large appliances will be accepted (microwaves, refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, etc.)
Attention Business Owners with broken, used electronics All E-Waste will be provide free door-to-door pick up service for participating businesses when you mention one of the above Rotary Clubs when calling "All-E-Waste" to schedule a pick-up service for your business. For more information or to schedule a pick up please call All Ewaste 818-982-1818.
For more information about Rotary and clubs in your area please visit, www.rotary 5260.org
VALLEY VOCALIZERS TOASTMASTERS Gain effective speaking and leadership skills in a FUN atmosphere! Meeting the first and third Fridays of each month. 10:00 AM 14151 Haynes Street (rear meeting room) Van Nuys, CA 91401 Web site: http://www.ilcsc.org For more information: Call (818) 785-6934
TITLE II OF THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITY ACT (ADA) "OBLIGATIONS OF STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT" TRAINING AND WORKSHOP Free to the public Presented by the Independent Living Center of Southern California Thursday, February 23, 2012, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Van Nuys, CA RSVP: Rodrigo (818) 785-6934, or rflores@ilcsc.org
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
--- Community Budget Survey --- City Hall park Input Needed --- 2012 African American Heritage Month Poster Competition --- Mayor Villaraigosa to hold Press Conference Call --- New Economic Report by US Conference of Mayors shows Anemic growth in Nation's Metro Economies, including California --- Letter from Mayor Villaraigosa to Governor Brown asking state to create a smarter economic development strategy for California Cities --- Historic Walking Tour of Van Nuys --- Los Tres Grandes del Valle Fundraiser --- Black History Month events in Pacoima --- Love your Dog and Pet EXPO --- Monte Carlo Casino Night
Please contact us with any questions.
COMMUNITY BUDGET SURVEY
The Mayor's Office, in collaboration with the Neighborhood Council Budget Advocates, is proud to present to you this year's Mayor's Community Budget Survey!!
The link to the Mayor's 2012 Community Budget Survey is:
A hard copy of the survey can be found at www.lacity.org. Once on the City's website, under the Mayor's name, click on "CityBudget" and follow the prompt.
CITY HALL PARK INPUT NEEDED The Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks has developed 3 options for the restoration of City Hall Park. YOU can view these designs on the department website and make comments.
Please distribute widely as the only other time the public will have an opportunity to comment will be at APN Committee, Cultural Heritage Commission, Parks Commission and Council.
2012 AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH POSTER COMPETITION MAYOR ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSA The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, Wells Fargo, and The African American Heritage Month Committee invite you to participate in the 1012 African American Heritage Month Poster Competition. Flyer attached.
“Our Inventor s– Stepping Back Into the Future”
Open to all students in grades K-12 within Los Angeles County. Contest participation requires the creation of an original artwork by one student, inspired by the interpretation of the 2012 African American Heritage Month’s contest theme.
Entry Guidelines: • Medium can be watercolor, acrylic, oil, pen, pencil, chalk, or marker on paper, canvas, or wood • Artwork must be two-dimensional and must not exceed 18” x 24” • Student’s signature should be at the bottom right corner of the artwork • Judging is based on originality, creativity, and interpretation of the African American Heritage Month contest theme • One entry allowed per student • Previous City of Los Angeles Heritage Month Poster Competition first place winners are ineligible for first place
Each entry must include the following information typed on a sheet of paper taped to the back of the work: • Student’s Full Name • Grade • Home Mailing Address • Home or Mobile Telephone Number • School / Organization’s Name and Address • Teacher’s Full Name, Telephone Number, and Email Address • Title of Work, Medium, and Sentence About Inspiration or Description of the Depicted Work
Competition Winners: • One Grand Prize will be awarded • Prizes include premium art supplies • The following six divisions have three categories with 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners selected for each category: 1. Grades K - 1st 2. Grades 2nd - 3rd 3. Grades 4th - 5th 4. Grades 6th - 8th 5. Grades 9th - 10th 6. Grades 11th - 12th
DEADLINE: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 by 6:00 p.m. Early entry submissions are encouraged
Select one of the inventors listed below. In your artwork, please depict how this inventor/invention has impacted the past, present day, and/or your personal life: George Alcorn George Washington Carver Kenneth Dunkley Garrett Morgan Elijah “Real” McCoy Carter G. Woodson Jack Johnson Madam C.J. Walker Dr. Patricia Bath Theora Stephens Mary B. Kenner Sarah Goode Ellen Elgin Marie V. Brown All entries should be delivered or mailed to: Rebeca Guerrero Department of Cultural Affairs 201 North Figueroa Street, Suite 1400 Los Angeles, CA 90012 culturela.org, rebeca.guerrero@lacity.org, 213.202.5545
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA TO HOLD PRESS CONFERENCE CALL January 19, 2012 WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Mayor Villaraigosa to hold a conference call with Los Angeles reporters to discuss his Washington D.C. agenda as president of the US Conference of Mayors (USCM), Thursday, January 19, 2012 at 12:45 PM PST. .
Villaraigosa met with President Obama and Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood yesterday, a week in advance of the President's State of the Union Address and traditional start of the Congressional session. He also met with National Economic Council Director Gene Sperling today. In those meetings Villaraigosa urged the White House to strongly push for the passage of a long-term transportation bill to create millions of jobs including 166,000 in Los Angeles.
A report released by the USCM yesterday showed by the end of this year Los Angeles will regain just 20 percent of the jobs lost since the Great Recession and housing crisis. None of California’s metros have reached their pre-recession levels of employment, and the coming year offers little sign of significant progress. Job growth in 2012 for the state’s metro areas is forecast to be anemic, ranging from 2% in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario metro area, 1.4% in the San Francisco-Oakland and Sacramento-Roseville areas, 1.1% in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Santa Ana metro, and 0.1% in the Santa Barbara-Santa Maria region.
Mayor Villaraigosa is calling on Congress to act on a number of job creating items, including:
Investing in infrastructure jobs by passing the bipartisan surface transportation legislation that includes America Fast Forward, which will dramatically expand the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan program.
Cutting taxes for working Americans by preventing taxes from increasing on 160 million working Americans by extending the payroll tax cut through the rest of 2012.
Providing relief to those looking for work by extending unemployment benefits through the rest of 2012
Strengthening communities by protecting the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership, and COPS programs from any further cuts in FY 2013.
NEW ECONOMIC REPORT BY US CONFERENCE OF MAYORS SHOWS ANEMIC GROWTH IN NATION’S METRO ECONOMIES, INCLUDING CALIFORNIA
January 18, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC- Job growth for nearly all of the nation’s metro areas will increase this year but not fast enough to force the unemployment rate below 8 percent, according to a report produced by IHS Global Insight as part of the US Conference of Mayors’ US Metro Economy series. Projected job growth for San Francisco and Los Angeles for 2012 is 1.4 and 1.1 percent respectively.
The Report released today forecasts job growth for all metro areas, but mild to weak for many, and predicts that 22% of metro areas hardest hit by housing crisis will take five years to recover.
“The economic recovery is too slow, and it is a direct result of the inaction of this Congress in 2011,” said Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, the President of the US Conference of Mayors (USCM), in a speech to the non-partisan organization’s 80th Winter Meeting. “If we gave the 112th Congress a mid-term report card, the grade would be clear. Congress would get an ‘F.’”
At the close of 2011, 125 cities and their metro areas had not seen any net job growth. By the end of last year, the economy as a whole had regained only 30 percent of jobs lost from the Great Recession.
The outlook for 2012 is better. By the end of this year, the report forecasts that almost every one of our 363 metro economies will see job gains and the nation will have gained back 48 percent of its lost jobs. But despite this progress, the recovery remains slow and uneven. For almost 80 of the nation’s metro areas, it will take more than five years to get back to pre-recession levels of employment. Sacramento--Arden-Arcade--Roseville, Fresno, Santa Rosa-Petaluma, and Santa Barbara-Santa Maria-Goleta are among those who will take longest to recover.
The report offers a glimpse into what middle-class families are going through in this economy: median real income for US households in 2010 was $49,455 – 7.1% lower than in 1999, when it was $53,252.
After unveiling the findings of the report at a morning press conference, Villaraigosa used an afternoon speech to the US Conference of Mayors to lay out an agenda to put America back to work. In particular, he called for: (1) investing in infrastructure jobs by passing bipartisan transportation legislation that includes the America Fast Forward; (2) cutting taxes for working Americans by extending the payroll tax cut; (3) providing relief to those looking for work by extending unemployment benefits; and (4) strengthening communities by protecting the Community Development Block Grant program, the HOME Investment Partnership program, and public safety programs from further cuts in FY 2013.
“If Congress flunked the mid-term, it can still get a passing grade,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. “When Congress returns to session, it must make a down payment on America’s economic future by investing in our cities.”
Additional insights from the report:
The researchers expect a modest improvement in housing starts this year (730,000 units, compared with 610,000 in 2011), concentrated in apartments, since people are renting instead of buying.
With rises in oil and food prices slowing, inflation will fall back to 1.5% in 2012.
The median real income for US households in 2010 was $49,455 – 7.1% lower than in 1999, when it was $53,252. This decline has been even steeper for poor people. During this time, income for the bottom 10% of American earners declined by 12.1%.
This is an important issue for metro areas, as the trend in median income decline has hit cities hardest. For example, from 2009 to 2010, metro area household income fell 2.2% while rural areas didn’t fall.
Even with a stronger domestic performance, the recession risk for the U.S. remains uncomfortably high, at 30%. IHS predicts a mild recession in Europe, but not severe enough to tip the United States into recession. It will primarily impact export demand and earnings of American companies.
IHS Global Insight expects trade to soften in 2012, with exports increasing only 3.7% while imports rise 2.7% thanks to softening growth abroad, including the economic turbulence in the Eurozone. Over the longer term, though, there’s good news: Export growth will be strong, averaging 7.9% annually over the next five years, outpacing imports, which will advance by 5.2%. This will chip away at the US trade deficit and open up more opportunities for local firms to sell goods globally.
LETTER FROM MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA TO GOVERNOR BROWN ASKING STATE TO CREATE A SMARTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY FOR CALIFORNIA’S CITIES January 17, 2012 LOS ANGELES-- Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa sent the following letter today to Governor Jerry Brown, calling for the state to create a smarter economic development strategy for municipalities across the state in the absence of community redevelopment agencies. The Honorable Edmund G. Brown, Jr. Governor of California State Capitol Sacramento, CA 95814 Dear Governor Brown:
With the California Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the action to shutter redevelopment agencies across the state, we must now create a smarter economic development strategy for municipalities across the state. It must be a strategy that balances the need to create jobs, world-class schools and safe communities: the keys to a truly Golden State.
Like many other municipalities statewide, our cities are willing to take up the job of driving economic development. But we will need Sacramento’s help. We will need the focused residential and commercial investment tools to continue to help our underserved communities.
What tools are we talking about? The ability to clean up polluted sites. The ability to assemble, purchase and sell property to further housing, commercial and industrial development that fuels our economy. The ability to adopt and implement more detailed land use provisions that are more protective of community interests and allow new private investment to proceed without burdensome state regulations.
As you know well, the recession and housing crisis have had a lasting impact on our state. With 4.1 million Californians unemployed and numerous of neighborhoods blighted by foreclosures, we all must focus on job creation in this economy. Working with you and the legislature, we can take the steps necessary to put unemployed Californians back to work and to speed up the pace of economic recovery in the state.
With the Supreme Court’s decision behind us, leaders in Sacramento and cities and towns across California must move forward to create an important new chapter. Now is the time to work together and find a responsible path forward. With the right tools, we can continue to address our major challenge: the creation of jobs and livable, economically vibrant neighborhoods and communities throughout the state.
Sincerely,
ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSA Mayor – Los Angeles
JERRY SANDERS Mayor – San Diego
TOM TAIT Mayor – Anaheim
ASHLEY SWEARENGIN Mayor – Fresno
BOB FOSTER Mayor – Long Beach
EDWIN LEE Mayor – San Francisco
JEAN QUAN Mayor – Oakland
KEVIN JOHNSON Mayor – Sacramento
CHUCK REED Mayor – San Jose
HISTORIC WALKING TOUR OF VAN NUYS Join us for a stroll back in time through the "Town That Was Started Right!"
The development entity known as The Syndicate began the process in 1910, but William Paul Whitsett saw it through to the end. Originally a barley field, Van Nuys became a prosperous center of City Government, agriculture and industry. Come explore what remains to be appreciated: original 1911 buildings hidden beneath modern facades, first churches, a civic center with many special revelations, one of the main hubs of social and official activity, the Women's Club building, Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monuments #201, #202, and #911, and National Register of Historic Places Monument #2509.
Learn about the origin of the Daily News and the company which was a nationwide maker of silent movie theatre organs. Who were Hobart Johnstone Whitley, Wayne E. Bechtelheimer and Whitley Van Nuys Huffaker? Relive "Wednesday Nights on Van Nuys Boulevard." We will have historic photographs and stories to share as we wander this surprisingly historic San Fernando Valley treasure.
Historic Walking Tour of Van Nuys Saturday, January 21, 2012 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Attendees will meet under the "Bridge/Archway" of the Braude Constituent Center, 6262 Van Nuys Blvd. on the SE corner of Sylvan Street and Van Nuys Blvd.
Tour highlights include: - Van Nuys Bungalow - Women’s Club - Old Van Nuys Library (1927) - United Methodist Church - Municipal Building Façade - Van Nuys Post Office - Abeles Map - Fernando Statue, Crystal Plunge - Bob’s Big Boy, Busch Gardens - Lankershim, Van Nuys, Whitsett, Whitley
Cost: $10 per person suggested donation; visit www.theMuseumSFV.org Parking: Street and metered parking in area RSVP: 1-818-347-9665 or email at events@TheMuseumSFV.org Attendees can also pay in advance by going to Museum website and click on DONATE button to register and make suggested donation
LOS TRES GRANDES DEL VALLE FUNDRAISER Cesar E. Chavez Commemorative Committee presents a dinner to honor Ignacio Gomez, Lalo Garcia, and Frank Martinez.
Three artsists who have enriched our community with their art and commitment to social justice. Friday, January 27, 2012 Vaughn International Studies Academy 11505 Herrick Ave. Pacoima, CA from 6 pm to 9 pm $20 Dinner, entertainment, silent auction
Proceeds will go toward the expenses of the 19th annual Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice Ticket information: Virginia Megerdichian, megerdichian@pys.org, 818-837-2272 Alex Reza, 661-259-3938, 661-645-0631, aareza@mac.com
BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS IN PACOIMA Councilmember Richard Alarcon invites you to:
Movie Night: The Great Debaters Friday, February 3, 2012 from 5:30pm to 8pm Northeast Valley Neighborhood City Hall 13520 Van Nuys Blvd, Pacoima
Marie Harris Square Inauguration Ceremony Saturday, February 18, 2013 from 4pm to 8pm Van Nuys and Glenoaks Blvd. Pacoima
Northeast San Fernando Valley Gospel Fest Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 3pm to 6pm New Christ Memorial Church 13333 Vaughn St. Pacoima
For more information or to RSVP call the Pacoima office at 818-485-0600
LOVE YOUR DOG AND PET EXPO Sponsored by Councilmember Alarcon. Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 9am to 2pm Brand Park 15174 San Fernando Mission Blvd. Mission Hills, CA
***Dog Walk*** Registration starts at 9:00am Walk starts at 10am Route along Brand Blvd to Columbus and San Fernando Mission Blvd to staging area. All dogs must be on leash for the walk Show your love for your animal by participating in the free walk. ***Pet Expo*** Free Spay & Neuter (Must be low Income). Must call to make appointment: 818-485-0600 Low Cost Grooming Services & Vaccines Pet Adoptions & Animal Licensing Pet Microchips & Pet Information booths All pets will be entered in a free raffle!
MONTE CARLO CASINO NIGHT
Presented by the Sunland-Tujunga Chamber of Commerce & Sunland-Tujunga Elks Lodge
February 25, 2012 Doors Open at 5:30 PM 10137 Commerce Avenue, Tujunga
Tickets $25 per person, Includes game script & Food Buffet served @ 6:30 pm Gaming tables @ 6 pm – 10 pm Live Auction & Raffles: start @ 10 pm
Sponsorships available for $100 Includes, dinner, game script, name recognition at event and advertising in The Voice Of Village newspaper
For tickets and Sponsor Information, Call: Fran 818 352-4433, Sonia 818 384-9670,
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
--- Mayor Villaraigosa, interior secretary Salazar tour LA River celebrating Urban Waters Federal Partnership --- Mayor Villaraigosa joins LACE to kick-off performance art project to end rape in Los Angeles --- Mayor Villaraigosa, Chief Beck release Gang Reduction Stats --- Statement on the passing of Dr. Geraldine Washington --- Tree Planting and Ribbon Cutting Celebration --- We Care Wednesdays Food Truck Lunch Festival --- ICON Free Workshops --- SFV Youth Chorus Holds Auditions for New Season --- Fundraiser for Flood Victims of Central America --- Job Opening: Community Educator
Please contact us with any questions. Have a wonderful weekend!
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, INTERIOR SECRETARY SALAZAR TOUR LA RIVER CELEBRATING URBAN WATERS FEDERAL PARTNERSHIP January 12, 2012 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and United Sates Interior Secretary Ken Salazar toured the Los Angeles River on Thursday and discussed the partnerships between the City of Los Angeles and the Obama administration to continue to protect, restore, and revitalize the Los Angeles River Watershed. The Urban Waters Federal Partnership will support local projects focusing upon increasing economic development, recreational and educational opportunities, and water conservation.
The Los Angeles River was identified as a priority for the Obama administration under the President’s America’s Great Outdoors (AGO) initiative in 2010 and was recently selected as one of seven pilot cities from across the nation for the Urban Waters Federal Partnership. The Partnership works with local governments to help underserved communities reconnect to their waterways and the green space surrounding them.
“We are grateful that the Obama administration has made the LA River a priority through America’s Great Outdoors and the Urban Waters Federal Partnership,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. “By working together, we can create an emerald necklace of parks, walkways, and bike paths that will protect the river’s environmental integrity and promote access and economic growth for all Angelenos.”
The Los Angeles River Watershed was chosen for the federal partnership because of its unique capacity to facilitate economic, environmental and social benefits by reconnecting large urban communities, particularly those that are overburdened or economically distressed, with an iconic natural resource.
The Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan (LARRMP) provides a 25-50 year blueprint on how to transform the City’s 32-mile stretch of river through more than 240 potential projects. Since the adoption of the plan, the City of Los Angeles has connected people to the Los Angeles River through projects like the Elysian Valley Pedestrian and Bike Path as well as the Rio de Los Angeles State Park.
Not only does a healthier river promote healthy communities, it also helps spur Los Angeles’ local economy. The revitalization of the river is expected to generate regional economic growth in the near term through project planning, architecture, and construction as well as long term job-creation through facilities maintenance. A revived river also increases tourism and property values.
“Today we are celebrating the partnerships that are transforming the Los Angeles River watershed into a national symbol of how once-neglected urban waterways can be cleaned up and restored to improve the quality of life and boost the economy in America’s communities,” said Secretary Salazar. “Once known for pollution and poverty, these watersheds can become model urban parks cherished for their trails and access to river recreation.”
An Urban Waters Ambassador will work alongside local partners and accelerate on-the-ground projects focusing upon increasing economic development, recreational and educational opportunities, and water conservation.
The Partnership hopes to help economy-boosting initiatives like the CleanTech Corridor and the Los Angeles River Revitalization Corporation.
Los Angeles will also work with the Partnership to make the River accessible to all. A new 7.2mile Cornfield-Arroyo Neighborhood Trail Network will connect urban communities to the LA River, Arroyo Seco, and LA State Historic Park. Three miles of urban creek trails will bring the Watts community green streets, greenways, and connections to the regional trail system.
The Partnership will push for green infrastructure to retain rainwater and local water conservation programs, like the Bureau of Reclamation’s WaterSMART, which uses cost-share funding to develop projects that use water more efficiently. Additional support will go to the LA River Keepers/Corps, which is instrumental in water quality testing, river cleanup, and developing on-the-job skills.
North Atwater Park, the site of today’s event, is adjacent to the Glendale Narrows portion of the LA River and is currently being restored through the Master Plan with native vegetation and improved stormwater filtration. The park is set to reopen this spring.
Other in-process or completed River Revitalization Master Plan Projects include: • Bull Creek Restoration project, completed Spring 2009 • Riverdale Green Street project, opened September 2010 • Elysian Valley Bikeway, opened December 2010 • Confluence Plaza project, opened in March 2011 • Albion Dairy Park, broke ground September 2011 • LA River West Valley Bikeway, currently under construction • Sunnynook River Park, will break ground in 2012 • LA River Greenway Phase II, will break ground in 2012 • LA River Headwaters project, received more than $1 million from the State of California in 2011 • LA River and Aliso Creek Confluence project, received more than $1 million from the State of California in 2011 • LA River Revitalization Corporation secured approximately $4 million from a private donor to build a pedestrian/bicycle/equestrian bridge in 2011 • LA City identified an additional $1 million to contribute toward completion of the US Army Corps of Engineers' LA River Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility
Study, positioning it to be completed in the next two years
Urban Waters Federal Partnership Members: • US Environmental Protection Agency • US Department of Interior • US Department of Agriculture • US Corporation for National and Community Service • US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention • US Department of Commerce/Economic Development Administration • US Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration • US Army Corps of Engineers • US Department of Transportation • US Housing and Urban Development • US National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA JOINS LACE TO KICK-OFF PERFORMANCE ART PROJECT TO END RAPE IN LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES -- Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa along with Police Chief Charlie Beck, artist Suzanne Lacy, LACE (Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions) and rape advocacy groups will mark the first day of the "Three Weeks in January" a public performance art project to raise awareness about the ongoing need to fight sexual assault and rape on January 12, 2012.
“Three Weeks In January” is a public performance art project by artist Suzanne Lacy, presented by LACE, recreating key aspects of “Three Weeks in May” (1977) art project exposing the rapes in Los Angeles during a three week period in May 1977 and depicting every incidence on a map of the City. January 12 will be the first day of marking rape statistics on the map.
The City's 2011 year-end crime statistics showed a significant reduction in rape cases yet rape and sexual assault continue to have a devastating impact on the women and men in our City.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, CHIEF BECK RELEASE GANG REDUCTION STATS January 10, 2012 LOS ANGELES –Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and LAPD Chief Charlie Beck announced the 2011 results of the City's Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD) program including a successful 2011 Summer Night Lights (SNL) program resulting in a 35% reduction in gang related Part 1 crimes for all SNL sites.
“In 2008, we changed the face of gang prevention and intervention in this city and launched the Gang Reduction and Youth Development Program," Mayor Villaraigosa said. "GRYD’s comprehensive strategy represents a sea change in the way we reduce gang violence. Today, the Summer Night Lights has become a crowning achievement of these efforts and a source of pride in some of our most crime-ridden communities."
The Mayor’s Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development is an initiative to prevent at-risk youth from joining gangs. It intervenes with gang members to help them safely leave the gang life and responds to gang-related crisis situations across the City. Twelve geographic zones—areas with the highest levels of gang violence—are targeted for prevention and intervention services.
The highly innovative GRYD program is designed to prevent and reduce gang violence using research driven tools, law enforcement, and family-focused psychological theories. The comprehensive gang violence reduction strategy has drawn national attention.
"The GRYD program is the cornerstone of our gang crime reduction efforts," said Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck. "If we are to see a significant decrease in gang crime here in Los Angeles in 2012, GRYD will play a pivotal role. GRYD is a model program that combines gang intervention with youth development, in an effort to reduce gang crime and create healthy communities here in LA."
GRYD partners with the LAPD on several intervention program and activities that builds bridges between the community and law enforcement. In addition, GRYD in collaboration with the Advancement Project oversees LAVITA, the first comprehensive gang intervention academy in the country which provides certification for gang intervention workers.
The Mayor and Chief Beck recently released the City’s 2011 year-end crime statistics showing that overall gang crime dropped 15.2% representing a reduction of nearly 843 gang crimes last year. The LAPD also reported a 9.4% reduction in gang-related shots fired. Violent crime and property crime were also reduced across Los Angeles for the ninth consecutive year.
As part of GRYD's comprehensive strategy, Summer Night Lights (SNL) keeps City parks open until midnight from Fourth of July weekend through Labor Day weekend. For these nine weeks, SNL provides extended and expanded programming between the hours of 7 PM to midnight, activities for at-risk youth and their families, job opportunities, and a safe place to spend the summer evenings at 32 recreation centers and parks in and around the City’s GRYD zones.
Communities around SNL parks experienced a 35% reduction in gang-related part 1 crime for all SNL locations combined, 35% reduction in gang-related homicides, 43% reduction in aggravated assaults and 55% reduction in shots fired. This past summer, an estimated 774,800 visits were made to the 32 SNL sites combined, an increase of 64,800 visits from 2010. A total of 484,250 meals were served throughout the program at all SNL sites combined.
In addition, over 1,600 jobs were made available in the summer through SNL including 320 Youth Squad members. MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING DR. GERALDINE WASHINGTON LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement today on the passing of Dr. Geraldine Washington:
“Los Angeles mourns the loss of Dr. Geraldine Washington, an outstanding educator and tireless advocate of equal opportunity for all students.
As President of the Los Angeles Branch of the NAACP, Dr. Washington was on the front lines of fighting the declining enrollment of African American students in the UC system. Her efforts on behalf of students spanned over 40 years and demonstrated her lifelong commitment to keeping the doors of higher education open to all.
Her legacy of service to Los Angeles, its students and the community will live on through the many lives she touched.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends during this difficult time.”
TREE PLANTING AND RIBBON CUTTING CELEBRATION The Arleta Neighborhood Council, Councilman Cardenas and the Department of Public Works, Environmental Services Group of the City of Los Angeles are proud to announce a neighborhood enhancement project along Arleta Blvd. A grant-funded project is mitigating the HOV expansion of Highway 5 by planting trees in nearby neighborhoods. The Arleta NC has partnered with the City of Los Angeles to plant 100 trees along Arleta Blvd.
Saturday, January 14th at 9am Location: Branford Park Childcare Center 13306 Branford Street Arleta, CA 91331 For information call Sergio Ibarra at 818-406-6526 or Lorena Bernal 818-771-0236
WE CARE WEDNESDAYS FOOD TRUCK LUNCH FESTIVAL Fundraiser to benefit the programs and services of the Center. Featuring: Germany's Famous Brarwurst, Glowfish Truck, Grilled Cheese Truck, M.O. Egg Rolls and Tortas 2 Die 4.
January 18, 2012 from 11am to 2pm Lucky Supermarket Side parking lot- Sherman Way side 7227 Van Nuys Blvd. Van Nuys, CA
ICON FREE WORKSHOPS Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods (ICON CDC), is offering several FREE workshops for entrepreneurs and small business owners in January and February.
*NEW* Restaurant Cost Structure English & Spanish Workshop | Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 | 5:30pm - 7pm Van Nuys Constituent Center: 6262 Van Nuys Blvd, Room 1A, Van Nuys, CA 91401 The workshop will cover tools to enable a restaurant owner to measure profitability on a weekly basis. Learn to manage your food, labor and other expenses!
Intro to QuickBooks English & Spanish Workshop | Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 | 5:30pm - 7pm Van Nuys Constituent Center: 6262 Van Nuys Blvd, Room 1A, Van Nuys, CA 91401 The workshop will include a introduction on the value of QuickBooks to your business, a discussion on financial reporting, tax reports to support tax preparation and MORE!
SEATING FOR WORKSHOPS IS LIMITED...Please RSVP ASAP! All workshops and services are FREE to Los Angeles businesses and residents with ICON's enrollment. (Provide Photo ID and enrollment form) Forms can be emailed/faxed to you in advance.
SFV YOUTH CHORUS HOLDS AUDITIONS FOR NEW SEASON The San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus is celebrating its 20th year of making music! Comprised of youngsters from 3rd to 12th grade, auditions for the Spring season will be held on Sunday, January 15 from 2-6 p.m. at the Canoga Park Methodist Church.
Under the leadership of Musical Director Yohan Partan, rehearsals are on Sunday afternoons in Canoga Park. The SFV Youth Chorus participates in performances and community events throughout their choral season, which runs from January through June.
Enrollment fee is $150 per semester. Contact Sue Saper at 818-212-9356 for information and audition appointment, oraudition@valleyyouthchorus.org. For more information on the SFV Youth Chorus visit the website at www.valleyyouthchorus.org.
FUNDRAISER FOR FLOOD VICTIMS OF CENTRAL AMERICA Help build hope for the flood victims of El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua by attending this event and enjoying an evening of guest speakers, celebrity appearances, prizes, live entertainment and a chance to bid on silent auction items for this cause. 100% of proceeds will be personally accepted by representatives of the charitable alliance, WORLD VISION. Friday January 27th, from 6pm. West Tower headquarters building of La Curacao. 1625 W Olympic Blvd, 9th Floor - Los Angeles, CA 90015
Special guests: Cónsul General de El Salvador - Walter E. Duran Martínez Cónsul General de Guatemala - Lic. Pablo César García Saénz Cónsul General de Honduras - Abogada, Astrid Bustillo-Villars Cónsul General de Nicaragua - Lic. José Alberto Acevedo Vogl
Masters of Ceremonies, ALFREDO NAJERA and FANNY VELIZ Invited Artists: - Gustavo Lima (El X Iracundo) - Diana Mera - Carmen Corona - Will Echegoyen - Erika Miranda - Tadeo Arnold.
JOB OPENING: COMMUNITY EDUCATOR Western Region, Los Angeles Lambda Legal seeks a Community Educator for its Education and Public Affairs Department in its Western Regional Office in Los Angeles, CA.
Lambda Legal is the nation’s oldest and largest legal organization committed to achieving full civil rights for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgendered people, and people with HIV or AIDS. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in New York City, Lambda Legal has regional offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, and Dallas. Lambda Legal achieves its mission through litigation, education, and public policy work.
Lambda Legal’s civil rights work encompasses a wide range of areas, including federal and state constitutional law issues; discrimination in employment, benefits, housing, insurance, schools and other areas; prevention of harassment and violence; LGBT youth issues; parental rights and adoption; sodomy law reform; and access to healthcare, education and AIDS-related treatments. Lambda Legal uses not only litigation and policy advocacy, but also educational messages, publications and strategies to increase public knowledge about LGBT people and people with HIV or AIDS, and advance civil rights through change in societal attitudes.
Responsibilities: The Community Educator is primarily responsible for developing and carrying out educational and advocacy campaigns and programs in their region and assisting with national campaigns related to Lambda Legal’s priority issue areas. This includes creating training curricula and conducting trainings, conducting outreach to individuals and organizations, distributing educational materials, planning and implementing educational events and using other creative strategies to inform people about legal issues related to LGBT rights and to mobilize people to take individual and collective action to win improved rights. The Community Educator will speak at conferences, meetings, community forums and trainings related to Lambda Legal’s work and respond to public inquiries requesting educational information and assistance with local community organizing related to Lambda Legal’s program priorities. The Community Educator will recruit, coordinate and supervise volunteers and student interns.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be experienced in conceptualizing, developing and implementing campaigns and/or educational programs. They must be skilled at motivating and facilitating others to take action for social change. They should excel at creation of educational tools, developing and facilitating trainings, and reaching out to and communicating with diverse individuals and groups. The ideal candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills, be well organized, and adept at using the Internet and maintaining databases, to-do lists, and networks of activists. They must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be well organized and detail-oriented. Must be a self-starter and work well independently and as a part of a team. Knowledge of and experience with LGBT and HIV issues is required. Spanish language skills and experience with web 2.0 and creating on-line advocacy campaigns are a plus.
Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience within the guidelines of the Lambda Legal salary scale. Excellent employer paid benefits package including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance and generous employer contribution to retirement account. Generous vacation.
Application: Send cover letter, position title (in subject line of email) and resume by February 29, 2012 to: Arleen Fernandez Community Education and Marketing Assistant 120 Wall Street, Suite 1500 New York, NY 10005 Fax: 212.809.0005 afernandez@lambdalegal.org
No calls, please. People of color and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Lambda Legal is an equal opportunity employer.
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
--- MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, CHIEF BECK ANNOUNCE 9th CONSECUTIVE YEAR OF CRIME REDUCTION IN LOS ANGELES --- MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA CELEBRATES MILESTONE IN CLEAN TRUCK PROGRAM AT PORT OF LOS ANGELES --- STATEMENT ON STRING OF LA ARSON FIRES --- STATEMENT ON STATE SUPREME COURT RULING ON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES --- MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ASKS ANGELENOS TO RECYCLE THEIR CHRISTMAS TREES --- MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ADDRESSES GRADUATING CLASS OF CITY’S GANG INTERVENTION ACADEMY --- MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA SENDS HOLLYWOOD COMMUNITY PLAN TO CITY COUNCIL --- HILLERY T. BROADOUS COMMUNITY FESTIVAL --- ART BY THE COMMUNITY FESTIVAL --- WOMEN AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE MEMORIAL --- LA MUSEUMS FREE-FOR-ALL --- HOMELESS CONNECT DAY --- LA COMMONS DOCENT PROGRAM --- THING BIG, START SMALL
Please contact us with any questions. Have a wonderful weekend! MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, CHIEF BECK ANNOUNCE 9th CONSECUTIVE YEAR OF CRIME REDUCTION IN LOS ANGELES January 5, 2012 LOS ANGELES — Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck announced the City’s 2011 year-end crime statistics that showed violent crime and property crime were reduced across Los Angeles for the 9th consecutive year.
"Thanks to the hard work of LAPD officers and our gang reduction efforts, crimes rates in Los Angeles are once again at historic lows," Mayor Villaraigosa said. “For nearly a decade crime has declined in LA — this speaks to the impact a record number of police officers has had on our City. In 2012, I remain committed to keeping public safety our top priority and ensuring that our communities continue to enjoy the safety they deserve.”
In 2011, the total number of citywide Part 1 crimes was 104,215—a decrease of 5.8%. Citywide violent crime was down 7.3% while property crime was down 5.5%.
“For the 9th consecutive year, the officers of the LAPD and the community have worked together to reduce crime in Los Angeles," said Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck. "This year’s reduction, 5.8%, is even more remarkable because it was achieved despite the continued fiscal challenges facing the City."
Complementing the City’s police force, the Mayor’s office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development has targeted gang intervention and prevention efforts where they are needed most—in the areas of highest gang crime. Overall gang crime dropped 15.2% which represents a reduction of nearly 843 gang crimes last year. The LAPD also reported a 9.4% reduction in gang-related shots fired.
CRIME
2011 vs. 2010
Homicide
+.3%
Rape
-19.9%
Robbery
-8.0%
Aggravated Assault
-5.7%
TOTAL VIOLENT CRIME
-7.3%
Burglary
-2.3%
Burglary Theft from Vehicle
-9.0%
Personal/Other Theft
-1.5%
Auto Theft
-9.4%
TOTAL PROPERTY CRIME
-5.5%
TOTAL PART I CRIME
-5.8%
In 2011, the Los Angeles Fire Department continued to serve Angelenos by transporting approximately 500 individuals to local hospitals and responding to nearly 1,000 emergency incidents per day. Los Angeles has the lowest fire fatality rate for any large city and the LAFD averaged 48% below national fire loss levels.
”With over 350,000 calls for service in 2011, the Los Angeles Fire Department is there when you need us,” said Los Angeles Fire Chief Brian Cummings.
Also present at the press conference were federal officials from the United States Department of State and the United States Marshal Service who were instrumental in helping the Arson Task Force apprehend the suspected arsonist responsible for the recent string of arson fires.
At LAX, the total number of reported crimes dropped 27% to 1,612 in 2011 from 2,220 in 2010. Major crime decreased by 29% to 508 incidents in 2011 from 715 incidents in 2010. Reports of Part 1 Property Crime, the more common type of crime that affects the quality of passengers’ experiences at LAX, decreased 29 percent to 503 incidents in 2011 compared to 710 in 2010.
“LAX is one of the safest, high-density and high-traffic areas in the City of Los Angeles," said Los Angeles Airport Police Chief George Centeno. “The total number of crimes is remarkably low, given the over 250,000 people – travelers, visitors and workers – come to LAX every day. The 2011 crime statistics are a direct testament to the dedicated hard work provided by every sworn police officer and civilian employee.
The City of Los Angeles continues to experience reductions in crime due in part to an expanded police force, more targeted police strategies, community policing, improved enforcement tactics, as well as the implementation of the City's comprehensive gang initiatives. MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA CELEBRATES MILESTONE IN CLEAN TRUCK PROGRAM AT PORT OF LOS ANGELES January 4, 2012 LOS ANGELES - Delivering on his promise to reduce pollution at the Port of Los Angeles and protect public health, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa today marked a major milestone in the Clean Truck Program. The program required all trucks at the Port of Los Angeles to meet the toughest environmental standards in the nation by January 1, 2012.
“The Clean Truck Program has greened our port for the long haul and ensured Angelenos will breathe cleaner air for generations to come,” Mayor Villaraigosa said. “We have proven that we can increase economic and environmental sustainability at the same time. With $1.5 billion worth of investments in capital improvement projects over the next five years, we plan to keep the Port’s status as the nation’s premier trade gateway.”
Responding to the Mayor’s call for a comprehensive strategy for cutting port-related emissions, the Port of Los Angeles developed the Clean Truck Program - a plan to reduce pollution and offset public health risks from Port trucks. Through the program, the Port of Los Angeles offered incentives to purchase Clean Trucks while enacting a progressive truck ban with associated fees. A fact sheet on the program is attached.
"The Port of Los Angeles, along with our industry partners, has made the business of moving cargo cleaner," said Port Executive Director Geraldine Knatz, Ph.D., "The results speak for themselves, and we couldn't be more proud of reaching this milestone."
The Port exceeded the goal of reducing harmful emissions from trucks alone by at least 80 percent and did so ahead of schedule. Emission studies show that since 2005, emissions from trucks alone have been reduced dramatically\, including a 92% reduction in sulfur oxides, an 89% reduction in diesel particulate matter, and a 77% reduction in nitrogen oxides– the primary pollutants associated with smog and asthma.
“The American Lung Association in California congratulates the City of Los Angeles for its continued efforts to reduce lung damaging pollutants in our air,” said Jane Warner, President and CEO of the American Lung Association in California. “Important efforts such as the Clean Trucks Program will, over time, protect millions of lives and save California much more than it ever will cost.”
Overall, the Port has reduced sulfur oxide emissions by 76%, diesel particulate matter by 69%, and nitrogen oxides by 50%. These numbers surpass the original goal to cut 45% of total Port emissions.
“Today we are celebrating a national model that has set the bar for what it takes to create healthy neighborhoods for port area residents while promoting a vital port economy.” said Patricia Castellanos, LAANE Deputy Director and Chair of the Coalition for Clean and Safe Ports. ”Above all we applaud the Villaraigosa administration for their commitment to the program’s long-term sustainability that promises the creation of good jobs and reduction of toxic diesel rig emissions for years to come.”
The plan has allowed the port to grow while ensuring that environmental impacts on our communities are reduced and the environmental benefits are sustained. The Port is continuing its greening efforts by fostering new green technologies, including a pilot program for a commercially feasible zero-emission truck.
“The Clean Truck Program provided a clear roadmap for forward-thinking businesses to compete without dirty trucks,” said David Petitt, Director of the Southern California Air Program for the Natural Resources Defense Council, “Its success represents a major step towards our climate and clean air goals, bringing relief to millions of Californians whose health has been negatively affected by diesel truck pollution.”
The Port of Los Angeles is the leading destination for imports from Asia, the nation’s number one port center based on trade volume and the number one customs district. Upcoming projects will expand capacity and opportunities for exporters to grow their operations with manufacturing space and increased movement of goods.
For example, the Port's main channel deepening project will allow the world's largest ships to call at all of the Port's terminals. The China Shipping terminal is doubling in size to include 142 acres as well as an additional 2,500 feet of wharf space. Additionally, three new roadway and rail infrastructure improvement projects amount to more than $250 million in investments that will make it easier for goods to get to market.
More than 43,000 direct jobs are connected to marine terminal operations at the Port, and it is estimated that every $1 billion in exports creates 5,500 jobs in LA. That is why growing the Port is an integral part of the Mayor's five point plan to create jobs in LA. The five points are: (1) reforming its business tax; (2) reducing red tape; (3) partnering for economic growth; (4) modernizing LAX and improving the Port of Los Angeles; and (5) building a 21st century transportation network.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON STRING OF LA ARSON FIRES
January, 2, 2012 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Villaraigosa released the following statement on the string of arson fires in Los Angeles:
"Over the past few days we have been faced with an ongoing series of arson fires committed by an individual with wanton disregard for the lives and property of Angelenos. Thankfully, there have been no lives lost to these criminal acts and only minor injuries to date.
After another series of fires last night that brought the total to 54 since Friday, I am encouraged by the detainment this morning of a 'person of interest' in Hollywood. While the investigation continues, I am thankful for the ongoing and relentless effort by the LAFD, LAPD and other agencies to respond to these incidents and pursue every lead toward an arrest in the case. I also want to thank Angelenos for their vigilance these past few days and their patience as our public safety agencies worked under extremely challenging circumstances to not only handle the rash of arson fires, but to protect the rest of the City, as well, over the New Year Holiday."
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON STATE SUPREME COURT RULING ON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES December 29, 2011 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement on the California Supreme Court’s ruling on redevelopment agencies:
“This year alone we have created more than 18,400 jobs through the Community Redevelopment Agency in Los Angeles. A proven economic development catalyst, these investments have transformed communities like North Hollywood and Bunker Hill with jobs and opportunity.
Today, the court has spoken. We all must acknowledge the difficult challenge before us to create jobs, world-class schools and safe communities, keys to the future of our Golden State.
Today our schools are in a dangerous and desperate financial position. An investment in education at this pivotal time could save an entire generation, and those to come, from falling behind academically and economically. Our communities have been dealt painful state and federal cuts to public safety while many mayors face an increasing need.
I intend to work closely with leaders in Sacramento and across California to develop a responsible path forward that invests in our schools, our safety and puts the 14 million unemployed Californians back to work. This includes new legislation to provide economic tools to communities most in need.
I will invite mayors from across the state, Governor Jerry Brown, Speaker of the Assembly John Perez and Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg to meet next month to discuss a sound, long-term solution.
Many will see this decision as a set back, but I see it as an opportunity for California to step forward and responsibly invest in our future."
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ASKS ANGELENOS TO RECYCLE THEIR CHRISTMAS TREES December, 23, 2011 LOS ANGELES -Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa kicked-off the City of Los Angeles’ annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program at the Los Angeles Zoo by demonstrating the simple 3-step process for recycling a Christmas tree. The Christmas Tree Recycling Program is part of the Villaraigosa administration’s agenda to increase recycling and reduce waste.
“We are aggressively reducing, reusing and recycling our waste. In fact, Angelenos have increased recycling so significantly that we lead the nation in waste diversion. This holiday season there is something we all can do---we can recycle our Christmas trees,” said Mayor Villaraigosa, “Think of it as your holiday gift to Mother Nature.”
Residents can participate in the Christmas Tree Recycling Program by:
1) Using their green bins and following three simple steps: Remove the decorations and stand, cut the tree into pieces, place the tree into the green yard trimming bin
2) Place trees next to their green bin on their curb on collection day
3) Bring trees to one of 21 citywide drop-off sites at participating Los Angeles Fire Department and Recreation and Park sites, including the LA Zoo, on Sunday, January 8, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (A list of drop off sites is attached)
Villaraigosa was joined by Deputy Fire Chief Emile Mack, who reminded residents that dried out Christmas trees can be a fire hazard. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, from December 24th through the 26th fire deaths, injuries, and dollar loss increase an average of 50%, 61%, and 43%, respectively.
"Christmas trees fires are a serious danger to our families and our homes," said Deputy Fire Chief Emile Mack, "Angelenos can prevent Christmas tree fires by watering their trees, keeping open flames away, removing dry trees from their homes, and recycling them after the holidays."
The Christmas Tree Recycling program began in 1992 and is led by the Department of Public Works Bureau of Sanitation in cooperation with the Los Angeles Fire Department and the Department of Recreation and Parks. Each year an average of 100,000 trees are recycled and used as mulch and compost throughout the city.
Other components of the Villaraigosa administration’s recycling agenda include:
The Residential Recycling Service allows over 750,000 households to place their recyclable goods in blue and green bins for curbside pickup every week.
The Multifamily Recycling program brought recycling to half of the city residents that may never have had it and now has a participation rate of over 400,000 households.
The Food Waste Recycling Program takes 33,000 tons of organic material produced by over 1,000 participating restaurants and mixes it with yard trimmings to make nutrient-rich compost for agricultural and horticultural applications.
The Blue Bin School Recycling Program, which recently expanded to 658 schools within the LAUSD, gives schools blue recycling bins and then picks up the collected material once a week at no cost to the schools and saves over $1 million in waste hauling costs annually.
The Green Waste Program collects over 500,000 tons of green waste annually and turns it into mulch to be used in the City’s green spaces.
S.A.F.E. (Solvents/Automotive/Flammables/Electronics) centers collected 7.6 million pounds of household hazardous waste and e-waste last year.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ADDRESSES GRADUATING CLASS OF CITY’S GANG INTERVENTION ACADEMY December 20, 2011 LOS ANGELES –Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa today addressed the graduating class of the Los Angeles Violence Intervention Training Academy (LAVITA), the first of its kind program in the country.
“Over the past six years, we have worked tirelessly to steer kids away from gangs and violence and towards school and jobs,” Mayor Villaraigosa said. “This graduating class has learned that when it comes to keeping the peace, it’s not about black or brown. It’s about trust and working together on the common goal of keeping our communities safe.”
LAVITA is the first comprehensive gang intervention academy in the country and provides certification for gang intervention workers. The academy is overseen by the Mayor’s Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD) in collaboration with the Advancement Project.
LAVITA strengthens the City’s gang intervention strategy by developing a uniform method of training for intervention workers. The primary goals of LAVITA are to aid in professional development and encourage life-long learning for intervention workers in five identified areas: Direct Practice, Personal Development, Applied Theory, Broader Policy and Concrete Tasks.
Additionally, LAVITA furthers the GRYD strategies of proactive, culturally specific relationship building, community engagement and professional collaboration with other city agencies. This comprehensive approach is designed to guide the professional development of community crisis intervention workers operating throughout the City of Los Angeles.
Graduates are gang intervention workers contracted by non-profit organizations that have an existing contract with the Mayor's Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development.
The Mayor’s Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development is an initiative to prevent at-risk youth from joining gangs, intervene with gang members to help them safely leave the gang life, and respond to gang-related crisis situations across the City. Twelve geographic zones—areas with the highest levels of gang violence—are targeted for prevention and intervention services.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA SENDS HOLLYWOOD COMMUNITY PLAN TO CITY COUNCIL December 19, 2011 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced that he is sending the Hollywood Community Plan – a comprehensive land-use blueprint which recently cleared the City Planning Commission– to City Council. The plan is a major component of the Mayor’s development reform agenda to cut red tape and make it easier to create jobs.
“This is the first update of the Hollywood Community Plan in more than two decades,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. “Up until now, planning has been done in piecemeal fashion. Under this new community plan, the growth of Hollywood will be guided by a comprehensive blueprint that cuts red tape, preserves neighborhood character, and accommodates growth around transit corridors.”
Mayor Villaraigosa made his announcement on the rooftop of the historic Hollywood Tower apartment building in front of a sweeping view of the Hollywood Sign. He was joined at the event by City Council President Eric Garcetti, Councilmember Tom LaBonge, City Planning Director Michael LoGrande and representatives from the area's neighborhood council and business community.
Community plans are land use policy documents that guide the physical development of the City’s neighborhoods by designating land for particular uses such as housing, business, industry, and open space. Community plans also direct the physical form and density of new development. The Hollywood area is one of 35 regions in Los Angeles with its own community plan.
As virtually every part of Los Angeles continues to grow, one piece remains fixed: the supply of land. That’s why Mayor Villaraigosa is committed to using land more efficiently to accommodate growth while enhancing quality of life.
The Hollywood Community Plan moves Los Angeles closer to a vision of transit-oriented development while preserving neighborhood character. The Planning Department prioritized community input, holding over 150 meetings with stakeholders.
When the Hollywood Community Plan was last updated, there were no Metro stops in Hollywood. In the years since then, five Metro stops have opened in the area, connecting residents and businesses to Downtown and the San Fernando Valley. Thanks to voter approval of the Measure R half-penny sales tax in 2008, Los Angeles is doubling the size of its rail network over the next 30 years further increasing mobility options.
Hollywood has taken major steps forward under the old community plan, adding marquee attractions such as Hollywood & Highland and the W Hotel, but the revitalization of the area has been slowed by an outdated community plan which resulted in builders going to the City Planning Commission and the City Council to amend the community plan for each transit-oriented development that exceeded the outdated restrictions imposed in 1988. This drawn-out process made it more expensive to invest in the area, hindering its revitalization. Under the new Hollywood Community Plan, there will be greater clarity at the outset about what sort of development is appropriate around transit corridors, and where future development should be directed.
“We hear over and over again from the builder community that ambiguity and uncertainty hinders revitalization,” said Kerry Morrison, the executive director of the Hollywood Property Owners Alliance. “In this uncertain economy, providing more clarity about the plan for the future invites investment back in. And that means new jobs and more opportunities.”
While accommodating growth around transit corridors, the Hollywood Community Plan simultaneously protects Hollywood’s environmentally sensitive hillside communities from over-development and preserves the single-family character of Hollywood’s low-density neighborhoods. The plan also encourages studios to stay in Hollywood by protecting the light industrial zoning of the media district in the Santa Monica Boulevard and Highland Avenue area.
As a General Plan amendment, the Municipal Code requires the Mayor’s approval or disapproval of the Hollywood Plan prior to City Council review. Next, the plan will be presented to the City Council’s Planning and Land Use Management Committee, which will hold a hearing on the matter, with full City Council consideration to follow.
HILLERY T. BROADOUS COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Celebrating his legacy- Commemorating his centennial
Hillery T. Broadous Elementary School 12561 Filmore St. Pacoima, CA Saturday, January 7, 2012 from 10am to 3pm
Come and enjoy a day of fun: Family, Food, Fun Childrens games, face painting, magician, storytelling, choirs, dancer, drill teams, boxing teams, resource fair.
For information call 818-272-1691
ART BY THE COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Join us in celebrating the Grand Opening of the East San Fernando Valley Nature Parkway project. Presented by Friends of the Nature Parkway.
January 7, 2012 from 12pm to 4pm 14758 Devonshire St. at Woodman For inquiries contact natureparkway@gmail.com or 818-523-7330
Art, Music, Dance, Diverse Food Trucks, Resource booths, Face painting. Free gift for the first 30 volunteers (1 per family) Bring an item to donate to MEND, Food: cereal, dry beans, rice, pasta, peanut butter and canned tuna or Clothing: undergarments all sizes
WOMEN AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE MEMORIAL Women Against Gun Violence are having a candlelight memorial on Sunday, January 8, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Los Angeles on Commonwealth Avenue.
January 8 is the one-year anniversary of the Tucson shootings. They will be reading the names of those who died in Los Angeles in 2011 due to gun violence. Guests can also submit name(s) to be read. They will be lighting candles as well.
LA MUSEUMS FREE-FOR-ALL Los Angeles Museums Band Together for MUSEUMS FREE-FOR-ALL Free Admission Days January 28th and 29th, 2012
In a joint effort to present the arts and culture to the diverse and myriad communities in Southern California, the Museum Marketing Roundtable announces the seventh annual ‘Museums Free-For-All’ Saturday-Sunday, January 28th and 29th, 2012. The museums—presenting art, cultural heritage, natural history, and science—will open their doors wide and invite visitors free of charge.*
The Annenberg Space for Photography Autry National Center California African American Museum California Science Center Chinese American Museum of Los Angeles Fowler Museum at UCLA The Hammer Museum The Getty Center The Getty Villa** Laguna Art Museum Los Angeles Fire Department Museum and Memorial (Hollywood and San Pedro)- (Saturday, January 28th ONLY) The Museum of Tolerance- (Sunday, January 29, ONLY) The Museum of Contemporary Art- (Sunday, January 28, ONLY) Museum of Latin American Art Pasadena Museum of California Art Santa Monica Museum of Art- (Saturday, January 28th ONLY) Skirball Cultural Center ***- (Saturday, January 28th ONLY) Zimmer Children’s Museum- (Sunday, January 29th ONLY)
*Regular parking fees apply. General museum admission only. May not apply to ticketed exhibitions. **Timed tickets are required. Visit www.getty.edu. ***Timed entry to the Noah’s Ark exhibition will be on a walk-up, first-come, first-serve basis on this date
When: Saturday, January 28th, and/or Sunday, January 29th (see exact dates per institution above) How: Public information: www.museumsla.org.
The Museum Marketing Roundtable (MMR) brings together the diverse museum marketing community of Los Angeles to raise awareness, increase visitation, and membership in museums in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. The MMR provides opportunities to leverage our collective strengths, using institutional cooperation as a means to expand our reach to potential visitors. The MMR provides individual members opportunities for learning and personal interaction to enhance communication and marketing skills.
HOMELESS CONNECT DAY Homeless Connect Day will provide necessary connections for homeless individuals and families in SPA 6 to access services in a supportive community-type setting.
February 9, 2012 from 9am to 3pm South park 345 E. 51st St. Los Angeles, CA 90011
Activities include: free food, fresh fruits and vegetables, clothes, health related services, HIV/STD testing, Grad Van, Cal Fresh Mobile Unit and information and access to mainstream benefits.
Vendors include: DMH, DPSS, SSA and Dept. of health
For more information, please contact Tonia Johnson at 323-948-0444
LA COMMONS DOCENT PROGRAM Building on the success of Trekking LA, LA Commons is proud to announce the launch of the Neighborhood Docent Program. In partnership with the Los Angeles Mayors office, this program offers the opportunity for residents and visitors alike to explore LA’s vast network of neighborhoods with the people who know them best: locals. By recruiting, training and supporting a network of local neighborhood ambassadors, the Neighborhood Docent program will bring to life the stories, culture and history of Los Angeles so that participants have an authentic and deeper connection to the city and the people who live here.
Central to the success of the program is the training and support of docents so that they can provide a quality experience to tourgoers. Through our certification process LA Commons will ensure our docents provide the best possible experience by providing (among other things) instruction, “on the job” training and stipends.
An equally critical part of the Neighborhood Docent program is our web platform. Our newly renovated website will help connect the emerging network of neighborhood docents, with other program participants. Online tools such as a blog, community calendar and dedicated neighborhood pages (featuring aspects of the communities that make them special such as local stories, neighborhood maps, recipes, art and artists) allow participants to share their stories, upcoming events and other neighborhood happenings. In general, it will serve as a celebration of LA neighborhoods and the people that live in them. To view the website for yourself, visit www.lacommons.org.
Goals • Develop a network of neighborhood ambassadors and cultural advocates. • Train docents in using storytelling as a medium to connect their communities. • Highlight the diversity of Los Angeles neighborhoods and the people in them.
Program Components • Docents will participate in a training program to prepare them for providing a quality experience to tourgoers • In conjunction with the Mayors Office, a ceremony event will be held at the end of the training program to celebrate and officially recognize the Neighborhood Docents • Docents will receive a $100 stipend for each tour they lead Docent Requirements • Attend all 5 training sessions (see timeline below for scheduled dates) • Organize and lead at least four tours per calendar year. • Document each tour and share photographs, maps and blog posts with LA Commons online community.
Ideal Qualities of A Neighborhood Docent • Neighborhood Knowledge – Deep knowledge of neighborhood with an emphasis on local relationships, particularly with the local arts and cultural communities. • Public Engagement – The ability to share engaging stories and command the attention of an audience. • Passion for Place – A true love of place, particularly in their neighborhood. • Attention to Detail – Takes pride in their work however big or small the task; notices “the little things.”
Timeline • November ‐ January 2011: Docent Recruitment • February ‐ March 2012: Docent Training, each session is scheduled to last 2‐3 hours. o Session 1: Saturday, February 11 o Session 2: Saturday, February 25 o Session 3: Saturday, March 3 o Session 4: Saturday, March 17 o Session 5: Saturday, March 24 • April – September 2012 o Docent Ceremony (Early April) o Neighborhood Docent tours begin (Mid April)
If you are interested in becoming a Neighborhood Docent or to learn more about the program contact Maidel Luevano atmaidel@lacommons.org
THING BIG, START SMALL $1,000 - $25,000 The ACCION USA Microloan program financing to business owners in Los Angeles for the purposes of business startup or expansion. www.microloan.org Angelica Banuelos 818-899-8506 13168 Van Nuys Blvd. Pacoima Hablomos Espanol
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
--- Angel City Christmas ---Statement on Teachers' vote in support of new contract for Los Angeles Unified School District --- Mayor Villaraigosa, Business Delegation returns from Asia Trade Mission --- Korean shipping company to invest in keeping the port of Los Angeles competitive --- Mayor Villaraigosa urges new interim CEO of LA Housing Authority to take immediate action to restore public trust --- Mayor Villaraigosa urges reform of the LA Housing Authority --- Sylmar Homeless Emergency Winter Shelter ---8th Annual San Fernando Valley Christmas Celebration --- All the Way from Africa! WATOTO! ---Victims Rights Assistance Program (V-RAP) --- LA Commons Neighborhood Docent Program --- Support San Fernando High School Calculus Camp ---LA VALLEY COLLEGE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Please contact us with any questions.Have a wonderful weekend!
ANGEL CITY CHRISTMAS Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa, The City of Los Angeles and the Rotary Club presents Angel City Christmas.
Saturday, December 17, 2011 Algin Sutton Park 8800 South Hoover Ave. Los Angeles, CA
Giving away Toys and Clothing One gift per child Starts at 8am - Line will begin forming at 6:30am. Distribution is on a first come, first serve basis.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON TEACHERS' VOTE IN SUPPORT OF NEW CONTRACT FOR LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT December 16, 2011 LOS ANGELES --Mayor Villaraigosa issued the following statement on last night's vote by United Teachers Los Angeles to ratify a new contract for Los Angeles schools.
"I would like to applaud our teachers, the overwhelming majority of whom voted to move the district one step closer to becoming a decentralized system of locally empowered schools. As I said in the State of the City this year, we need to put teachers where they belong – on the front lines of our school improvement efforts.
This agreement is a testament to how far we've come and how far we still need to go. My hope and belief is that this agreement will continue to accelerate change and improve results for kids. In terms of the work ahead, we need to develop ongoing training and support for our educators, continue empowering our parents, and establish clear accountability for student achievement. Lastly, we still need to adopt a multiple-measure evaluation system to provide teachers and principals with the support and feedback they need to successfully lead our schools."
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, BUSINESS DELEGATION RETURN FROM ASIAN TRADE MISSION December 15, 2011 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa led a delegation of local and national business leaders, along with executives from the Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles World Airports and LA, Inc. on a trade mission to China, Japan, and South Korea. As a result of the trip, the Mayor will host top Asian companies in Los Angeles in 2012 to finalize agreements, secure investments and create jobs here in Los Angeles.
“During this mission, we have strengthened our economic ties with Asia, solidified important relationships, and promoted LA as the best city to increase investment, trade and tourism,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. “I look forward to finalizing agreements in the coming year that will get shovels in the ground and put Angelenos back to work.”
The delegation traveled to LA’s three largest trading partners December 3 through December 14, 2011. Asia is home to eight of LA’s top ten trade partners accounting for over $250 billion in two-way trade and hundreds of thousands of direct and indirect jobs.
Over the past two weeks, the Administration expanded investment and trade through agreements with Lotte Group, Hyundai, Wet, IKONIC, Rhapsody Clothing, Huawei, AECOM and Forever 21. The delegation promoted expanded tourism to Los Angeles at a series of events in all three countries.
"This trade mission was of great importance," said Mickey Kantor, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce and Trade Representative. "The Mayor was able to connect with Los Angeles Port and Airport clients and with companies seriously interested in investing in Los Angeles and jobs in this city. Los Angeles is the gateway to both Asia and Latin America and our economic growth and future depend on these connections."
"The meetings with our stakeholders - and in particular the Memorandum of Understanding signed with Hyundai Merchant Marine - advances our current and proposed terminal expansion projects," said Kathryn McDermott, deputy executive director of Business Development for the Port of Los Angeles. "It's important that our international customers at the highest level of management understand that these projects, which will support thousands of new jobs, are supported by the mayor and city as well as the Port."
"With Asia largely seen as the economy of the future, it was critically important to position Los Angeles International as a gateway airport," said Los Angeles World Airports Executive Director Gina Marie Lindsey. "We are spending over $4 billion to re-build LAX and it will be well positioned, more than at any other time in its history, to welcome new air routes for next generation aircraft, business, cargo and tourism."
Throughout the trip, the delegation met with several key government leaders including China’s Vice Premier Wang Qishan, Vice President Xi Jinping, Chongqing Part Secretary Bo Xilai, Beijing Mayor Guo Jinlong, Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan, Shanghai Mayor Han Zheng, Sendai Mayor Emiko Okuyama, and Korea Prime Minister Kim Hwang-sik, and Seoul Mayor Park Won Soon.
While in Japan, the delegation met with disaster preparedness experts to share best practices with key experts. ABOUT THE TRIP: Increasing Investment, Expanding Growth During this trade mission, the delegation held dozens of meetings and events designed to encourage companies to locate in Los Angeles, invest in our local companies, and increase imports and exports of goods and services through the Port of Los Angeles. After the trip, the Mayor will host several companies in Los Angeles to finalize agreements and secure investments.
For example: • The Mayor met with top level executives and signed an MOU with the Lotte Group to encourage future business opportunities for both Lotte and the City of Los Angeles. Lotte is a big 5 Korean conglomerate, and the City will host a visit from the company during the spring. The company recently made a significant investment in 4D technology in Hollywood, and now we hope to find them a home here in LA to become a part of our growing creative economy.
• Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd is a leader in information communications technology. The company has products and services in 130 countries and is used by 45 of the world's top 50 telecom operators. The Mayor will host Huawei during the first quarter of 2012 to close the deal and move this communications technology leader to LA.
• The Mayor signed a $30 million MOU between LA-based Rhapsody Clothing and foreign investor Seoul-based Willbes & Co., Ltd. This joint agreement will secure hundreds of new jobs in LA by expanding foreign markets.
• IKONIC Entertainment Group is a new LA-based company formed to provide project turnkey services to the entertainment real estate business in China. IKONIC is expected to create 200 LA jobs while working on the Shiyan city Taichi Lake project—the largest leisure resort project in China.
• The Mayor attended an MOU signing where Water Entertainment Technologies (WET), and LA based design company, committed to building a $3.2 million dollar fountain for the Youngsan International Business District (YIBD) project.
• AECOM is a Fortune 500 company and global provider of professional, technical and management support services headquartered out of LA. AECOM is the program manager firm for the $4.1B program underway to renovate LAX international terminal. Villaraigosa attended the opening of their Shanghai office and celebrated the expansion of this LA company’s global business.
• OnGreen is an LA-based company that helps local CleanTech firms find investors and partners from around the world. OnGreen showcased LA CleanTech firms, their products, and services during a series of meetings and events designed to increase Asian investment in LA’s growing CleanTech sector.
• LA-based Forever 21 re-entered the Chinese market by opening three new Forever 21 retail stores. Forever 21 is the only North American company to compete in China in the fast-fashion sector with the likes of H&M & Zara. The Mayor attended the Beijing store opening.
Expanding Trade Expanding imports and exports strengthens our local economy and creates jobs. In fact, every $1 billion in exports creates 5,500 jobs.
The Port of Los Angeles is the leading destination for imports from Asia, the nation’s number one port center based on trade volume and the number one customs district. During the trade mission, Port executives showcased LA’s expanded capacity and opportunities for Asian exporters to grow their operations in Los Angeles with manufacturing space and increased movement of goods. For example, a channel deepening project will allow ships to reach a 53-foot depth.
The China Shipping terminal is doubling in size to include 142 acres as well as an additional 2,500 feet of wharf space to accommodate a maximum of 1.5 million 20-foot containers.
• Villaraigosa signed an MOU with Hyundai Merchant Marine Company to make the largest private expansion at the Port of LA. Hyundai is a Korea-based company specialized in the provision of shipping services. In 2011, Hyundai Merchant Marine’s cargo was 10% of our total trade volume. The Korean-owned company pledged to help build the Port’s Pier 500 project that will create thousands of permanent and construction jobs. Pier 500 will help the Port of LA stay competitive by allowing larger container ships through the Hyundai Merchant Marine Terminal. To improve efficiency for the Port's customers, the project will also include an automated terminal to handle containers directly off the ship and "on-dock" rail that will allow trains to be loaded within the terminal.
President Obama recently signed a long-awaited free trade agreement with South Korea, providing a significant boost to Los Angeles companies, LAX, and the Port of Los Angeles to increase exports to America’s seventh-largest trading partner. The passage of the U.S. - Korea Free Trade Agreement is expected to add $10-$12 billion to annual U.S. Gross Domestic Product and around $10 billion to annual merchandise exports to Korea.
• Villaraigosa gave a keynote speech to the Korean International Trade Association (KITA) about LA-Korea investment opportunities. KITA is Korea’s foremost trade promotion organization. The Port of LA expects to see double digit export growth following the implementation of the Korean Free Trade Agreement.
Increasing Tourism Tourism generates $14.1 billion and supports 437,000 jobs in the Los Angeles area. It is one of our top growth industries and a key contributor for our local economy. As the entertainment capital of the world, LA welcomed 5.2 million international visitors in 2010, contributing to $4.9 billion to our local economy. Last year, 829,000 tourists from China, Korea, and Japan visited LA.
Villaraigosa and his delegation used this trade mission to increase Chinese tourism even more to the US. In Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo and Seoul, Villaraigosa hosted a customer appreciation reception or luncheon to increase demand for travel to Los Angeles. Attendees included executives from airlines and tour operators who package travel to the U.S.
At these luncheons, Villaraigosa described a city bursting with sights and sounds for visitors. The internationally renowned Cirque du Soleil has created IRIS, a new show just for LA and it’s playing in the heart of Hollywood at the Kodak Theater. The renaissance of Downtown LA is in full swing; its streets are lively thoroughfares with cutting-edge galleries and trend-setting restaurants, cafes and bars. The LA Live complex is a vibrant hub of entertainment activity in the heart of the City. And 60 of our region’s art and cultural institutions have organized Pacific Standard Time, a historic collaboration that showcases the artists and creative people that established Los Angeles as one of the world’s art capitals.
Sharing Best Emergency Preparedness Practices Japan’s early warning system is believed to have saved businesses, hospitals, and transportation networks hundreds of millions of dollars in damages by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami because they were able to shut down processes 30 to 60 seconds prior to the earthquake.
• The delegation visited Tokyo and the earthquake ravaged Sendai and Arahama, Japan, to meet with local government officials, emergency responders and university researchers about how the area responded to the natural disasters. Villaraigosa met with the Mayor of Sendai, Japan, as well as tour Sendai with first responders and visited Tohoku University, a major player in disaster preparedness. Villaraigosa also attended a disaster emergency briefing at the Japan Meteorological Agency and learned from experts about Japan’s early warning system demonstration, with the goal of learning and sharing emergency preparedness best practices.
Delegation Villaraigosa traveled with a limited number of city staff, as well as executives from Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles World Airports and LA Inc. Villaraigosa was accompanied by a delegation of top national and local business leaders. The delegates were:
Antonio R. Villaraigosa - Mayor of Los Angeles Michael “Mickey” Kantor – Partner – Mayer Brown Thomas “Mack” McLarty – President – McLarty Associates David Fisher - Chairman - Capital Group Jose Villarreal – Senior Advisor - Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP Don Chang - CEO - Forever 21 Dr. Sung Won Sohn - Vice Chairman - Forever 21; Commissioner - Board of Harbor Commissioners Gina Marie Lindsey – Executive Director, Los Angeles World Airports Michael Lawson - President - Board of Airport Commissioners - Los Angeles World Airports Kathryn McDermott - Deputy Executive Director - Port of Los Angeles Patti MacJennett - Senior Vice President, Marketing at LA INC, Los Angeles Convention & Visitors Bureau Mary Carley - Associate Vice President, Travel Industry Marketing at LA INC., Los Angeles Convention & Visitors Bureau Jim Featherstone, General Manager, LA Emergency Management Department (Japan Only) Elga Sharpe - Chief of Protocol, City of LA Matt Karatz - Deputy Mayor of Business and Economic Policy, City of LA Eileen Decker – Deputy Mayor of Homeland Security, City of LA (Japan Only) Stephen Cheung - Managing Director of Business and Economic Policy - International Trade, City of LA Nicole Legacki - Director of Business and Economic Policy - International Trade, City of LA Casey Hernandez - Press Secretary to Mayor Villaraigosa Gabriela Ortiz – Special Assistant to Mayor Villaraigosa
Cost The Port of Los Angeles and Los Angeles World Airports believe this trade mission is an investment in their economic growth and covered the approximate $295,000 cost of the trip. No taxpayer dollars were used by these proprietary departments.
Non city-employees who were members of the delegation paid their own expenses.
Los Angeles Foreign Relations Los Angeles has the 3rd largest Consular Corps in the world after New York City and Hong Kong. There are 96 countries represented in Los Angeles, including 65 career diplomats and 31 honorary diplomats.
Since the beginning of his administration, the Mayor has met and hosted over 415 foreign dignitaries including Royalty, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Chancellors, Emirs, Ministers, Ambassadors and Consuls General.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ANNOUNCES KOREAN SHIPPING COMPANY TO INVEST IN KEEPING THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES COMPETITIVE December 13, 2011 SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA -- During his trade mission in Korea, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa signed a Memorandum of Understanding with California United Terminals, a subsidiary of Hyundai Merchant Marine, to expand the flow of goods and services between Los Angeles and South Korea. The Korean-owned company pledged to help build the Port’s Pier 500 project that will create thousands of permanent and construction jobs.
"I am proud of the fact that Hyundai Merchant Marine has confidence in our relationship and our port, and is committed to investing in the Pier 500 project and the Port’s long-term future," Mayor Villaraigosa said. "Partnerships like this are what we need to support local businesses, create new jobs, and retain the Port of Los Angeles’ title as the nation’s number one shipping container port."
Pier 500 will help the Port of LA stay competitive by allowing larger container ships through the Hyundai Merchant Marine Terminal. To improve efficiency for the Port's customers, the project will also include an automated terminal to handle containers directly off the ship and "on-dock" rail that will allow trains to be loaded within the terminal.
The Port of Los Angeles is the leading destination for imports from Asia, the nation’s number one port center based on trade volume and the number one customs district. During the trade mission, Port executives will showcase LA’s expanded capacity and opportunities for Asian exporters to grow their operations in Los Angeles with manufacturing space and increased movement of goods. For example, a channel deepening project will allow ships to reach a 53-foot depth. The China Shipping terminal is doubling in size to include 142 acres as well as an additional 2,500 feet of wharf space to accommodate a maximum of 1.5 million 20-foot containers.
To keep the Port of Los Angeles competitive, the Villaraigosa administration will invest $1.2 billion in new infrastructure at the Port over the next five years, creating 20,000 jobs. The Mayor also announced this year the Los Angeles Regional Export Council that helps coordinate export services in the LA region and connect companies with the services they need to grow their business and create new jobs. Research indicates that every $1 billion in exports creates 5,500 jobs.
President Obama recently signed a long-awaited free trade agreement with South Korea, providing a significant boost to Los Angeles companies, LAX, and the Port of Los Angeles to increase exports to America’s seventh-largest trading partner. The passage of the U.S. - Korea Free Trade Agreement is expected to add $10-$12 billion to annual U.S. Gross Domestic Product and around $10 billion to annual merchandise exports to Korea. The Port of LA expects to see significant export growth following the implementation of the Korean Free Trade Agreement.
During this trade mission, Villaraigosa and his delegation are holding dozens of private meetings in China, Korea and Japan designed to encourage companies to locate in Los Angeles, invest in local companies, and increase imports and exports of goods and services through the Port of Los Angeles. South Korea is Los Angeles’ third-largest trading partner and its fastest-growing market for exports. Asia is home to eight of LA's top 10 trade partners accounting for over $250 billion in two-way trade and hundreds of thousands of direct and indirect jobs.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA URGES NEW INTERIM CEO OF LA HOUSING AUTHORITY TO TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO RESTORE PUBLIC TRUST December 13, 2011 LOS ANGELES –After the Board of Commissioners who oversee the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) appointed Douglas Guthrie as the agency’s new Interim CEO on Tuesday afternoon, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa sent a letter to him urging immediate action to restore public confidence.
“The recent allegations regarding the misuse of public funds and other conflicts of interest at HACLA have dealt a serious blow to Angelenos’ confidence in the agency,” wrote Mayor Villaraigosa in his letter. “Your first task must be to move swiftly and decisively to correct this situation. You must ensure the public that HACLA is completely dedicated to the goal of providing safe, decent and affordable housing for the city’s most vulnerable residents.”
Prior to Tuesday’s vote, Mayor Villaraigosa strongly endorsed Guthrie’s appointment as Interim CEO in a letter to the Board of Commissioners.
Guthrie brings to the job almost four decades of professional experience in the area of affordable housing, including serving as deputy executive director and chief operating officer of the Chicago Housing Authority. Guthrie has served as the general manager of the Los Angeles Housing Department since December 2009.
The mayor’s letter to Guthrie urges him to take the following actions:
-Institute a top to bottom review of policies and personnel at HACLA and make all necessary changes -Immediately implement systematic controls over travel, meal and other expenditures and over the use of agency purchasing cards; -Immediately begin working with Los Angeles City Controller Wendy Greuel on the audit process and ensure the full cooperation from all HACLA staff in this process; -Review the agency’s Code of Ethics and implement any provisions needed to strengthen it; -Report back to the HACLA Board of Commissioners and the mayor’s office within 30 days on the progress of the reform effort.
Attached, please find a copy of the Mayor's letter to Guthrie.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA URGES REFORM OF LA HOUSING AUTHORITY December 12, 2011 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa released a letter on Monday urging the seven-member Board of Commissioners that oversees the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) to pursue a comprehensive review of its policies and personnel and to work with City Controller Wendy Greuel on an independent audit.
Mayor Villaraigosa also urged the Board to consider Doug Guthrie for the position of Interim CEO of HACLA. The Board is scheduled to vote on an Interim CEO of HACLA on Tuesday.
Guthrie currently serves as general manager of the Los Angeles Housing Department and has almost four decades of professional experience in the area of affordable housing, including serving as deputy executive director and chief operating officer of the Chicago Housing Authority.
“By appointing such a proven leader as Mr. Guthrie, the Board would start HACLA on a new path forward and signal its determination to decisively transform the management of the agency,” wrote Mayor Villaraigosa in his letter.
Once the Board appoints an Interim CEO, Villaraigosa would like them to work with the agency’s new leadership on the following critical reforms:
- A top to bottom review of policies and personnel at HACLA; - The implementation of systematic controls over travel, meal and other expenditures and over the use of agency purchasing cards; - Immediately begin working with Los Angeles City Controller Wendy Greuel on the audit process and ensure the full cooperation from all HACLA staff in this process; - A review of the agency’s Code of Ethics and, if necessary, the implementation of new provisions to strengthen it.
The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is a state-chartered public agency that receives substantial funding from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development.
SYLMAR HOMELESS EMERGENCY WINTER SHELTER For the Emergency Winter Shelter Season Of:
December 1, 2011 to March 15, 2012 Location: 12860 Arroyo St. California National Guard Armory
Opening: 6 PM, 1 December 2011, Opens Daily at 6 AM Closing: 7 AM, 16 March 2012, Closes Daily at 7 AM Wake up at 4:30 AM Shuttle Van Pick Up Routes: Orange Line Bus Station at Van Nuys Blvd and Aetna St - (6 PM to 9 PM daily) Post Office Parking Lot at the Bus Stop on Ratner and Vineland - (6 PM to 7 PM daily) Shuttle Van Drop Off Routes: Orange Line Bus Station at Van Nuys and Aetna - (5:30 AM to 7 AM daily) Post Office Parking Lot at the Bus Stop on Ratner and Vineland - (5:30 AM to 7 AM daily)
Hot Dinner Sack Lunch Showers Blankets and Towels Soap, Shampoo, hygiene supplies Safe, Warm, and Welcoming Case Manager
8th ANNUAL SAN FERNANDO VALLEY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Project Living Hope in conjunction with LAPD Mission Station, and several other community based organizations host the8th Annual San Fernando Valley Christmas Celebration.
Sunday, December 18, 2011 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Vista Middle School 15040 Roscoe Boulevard Panorama City, CA 91402
FREE - live concert w/ professional and local talent, public safety displays - LAPD Finest Baseball Team Winter baseball clinic - community interactive booths - inflatable bouncers - face painting - interactive game area - photo I.D. booth - food court with hotdogs and beverages, popcorn, cotton candy booths - a brand new toy for every needy child present.
ALL THE WAY FROM AFRICA! WATOTO! Presented by: Rev. Dr. D. D.Chatman, Greater Community Missionary Baptist Church named The Champion Green Church by The Energy Upgrade California Program of L.A. County
You're Cordially invited to: the "Green Awareness Concert Extravaganza"
ADMISSION...NO CHARGE WHO: The Watoto Children's Choir from Uganda Africa WHAT: A "Green Awareness" Concert Extravaganza WHEN:December 18, 2011 at 6pm WHERE: The Great Room located at 11076 Norris Ave, Pacoima,CA 91331
For reservation or more information please call 1-855-ECO-GCBC
The children from the Watoto Village in Uganda, Africa are orphans. Wouldn't it be nice if we could show our support with our presence? Our goal is to have 500 guests in attendance. You can help us achieve that goal by joining us for this once in a life time event.
Funding provided by the LADWP through a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.
VICTIMS RIGHTS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (V-RAP) An Affiliated Program of PCYCC, Inc. "Victimes Fighting Back" Hosts Crime Awareness/Prevention
The 1st Victims Outreach Community Meeting Wednesday, January 2, 2012 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm 6262 Van Nuys Blvd. Van Nuys, CA (Corner of Van Nuys and Sylvan St.)
Please come join us! If you have any questions regarding safety issues in your community and would like to voice your opinion and support our effort to stop the violence in your homes, schools and community.
LA COMMONS NEIGHBORHOOD DOCENT PROGRAM Through our Neighborhood Docent program residents and visitors alike will be able to explore LA’s vast network of neighborhoods with the people who know them best: locals. By recruiting, training and supporting a network of local neighborhood ambassadors, the Neighborhood Docent program will bring to life the stories, culture and history of Los Angeles so that participants have an authentic and deeper connection to the city and the people who live here.
Central to the success of the program is the training and support of docents so that they can provide a quality experience to tourgoers. Through the certification process LA Commons will ensure the docents provide the best possible experience by providing (among other things) instruction, “on the job” training and stipends.
Goals of the Neighborhood Docent Program - Develop a network of neighborhood ambassadors and cultural advocates. - Scale the Trekking LA program so that hundreds and eventually thousands can participate. - Train docents in using storytelling as a medium to connect their communities. - Highlight the diversity of Los Angeles neighborhoods and the people in them.
Neighborhood Docent Requirements - Attend eight hours of training. - Organize and lead at least four tours per calendar year. - Document each tour and share photographs, maps and blog posts with LA Commons online community.
Ideal Qualities of A Neighborhood Docent - Neighborhood Knowledge – Deep knowledge of neighborhood with an emphasis on local relationships, particularly with the local arts and cultural communities. - Public Engagement – The ability to share engaging stories and command the attention of an audience. - Passion for Place – A true love of place, particularly in their neighborhood. - Attention to Detail – Takes pride in their work however big or small the task; notices “the little things.”
Timeline Winter 2012 - Docent Training Begins Spring 2012 - First Neighborhood Docent Tours take place Fall 2012 - First season of Neighborhood Docent Tours conclude - Recruitment of new docents for upcoming training in Winter 2013 - Evaluation of the program
If you are interested in participating as a docent, contact Maidel Luevano at 562-726-7345 ormaidel@lacommons.org
About LA Commons LA Commons helps Los Angeles’s diverse neighborhoods give voice to their unique stories through community-based arts programs. Developed by artists in collaboration with local youth, these projects create a genuine artistic expression that illuminates important aspects of the community’s culture or history. Since programming activities began in 2003, LA Commons has developed grass-roots projects and initiatives in eight neighborhoods: MacArthur Park, Koreatown, Chinatown, Mid-City, Sylmar, East Hollywood (Little Armenia and Thai Town), Leimert Park and Highland Park. These programs have brought together 60 artists and 300 youth, along with over 1600 members of the communities in an innovative process of grass roots artistic and cultural discovery. LA Commons pursues its mission of educating, empowering and enriching neighborhoods, while promoting greater understanding, engagement and connectedness for all residents of, and visitors to, the city of Los Angeles.
In 2006, together with UCLA’s Department of Urban Planning LA Commons introduced “Trekking LA” to provide an opportunity for visitors from other parts of Los Angeles and tourists from outside the region to discover and experience these arts and cultural projects, as well as the authentic food, music, festivals and rich cultural history of the communities. From sampling barbecue in neighborhoods across Los Angeles, to listening to jazz and dancing to music from around the world, these tours spur both increased cultural interaction and economic activity.
An equally critical part of the Neighborhood Docent program is our web platform. Currently, our cultural tourism activities are presented on our website Trekkingla.org, which can also be linked through ourlacommons.orgwebsite. Our goal as part of the Neighborhood Docent program is to expand beyond the current, static site to a dynamic place where our neighborhood docents and other program participants can share their stories, upcoming events and other neighborhood happenings to appeal to an audience of people who really want to get to know the city. An expanded digital platform will allow us to reach new audiences, share LA’s unique stories with the world, and leverage technology to connect people in a meaningful way. Because of the richness of the content, we hope that the site will be a destination for locals and tourists from throughout the US and the world. The website will include a blog with content provided by our staff, board and our community of docents as It will also feature stories, recipes, art and artists, maps and other aspects of the communities that make them special places. In general, it will serve as a celebration of LA Neighborhoods and the people that live in them.
SUPPORT SAN FERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL CALCULUS CAMP This year 100 students are fundraising more than $10,000 in order to attend a two-day Calculus Camp retreat at Big Bear in April. Calculus Camp is a weekend of rigorous academics, bonding, and an opportunity for our youth to experience new neighborhoods. 100 students will travel to a Big Bear Resort youth camp to celebrate their high school success and support each other through their final high school academic challenge, the AP exams. This is a culminating fieldtrip for our seniors who have remained academically dedicated and represent their community with pride.
As you know, many of our calculus students are low-income, immigrant youth who will be the first in their families to attend college. Calculus Camp not only prepares them for the trials of college, but honors their dedication and commit to the high school and their community.
Calculus Camp remains a Tiger Tradition at SFHS, and we ask for your support as we seek to provide quality education to our students under growing budget restraints. Fundraising will provide: camp rental fees, meals, transportation, materials, and Calculus Camp 2012 T-shirts.
Donations can be made online atrazoo.com/calccampor by check made out to San Fernando High School Calculus Camp and must be submitted by March 31, 2012.
LA VALLEY COLLEGE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER The Family Resource Center (FRC), a unique model of a public/private partnership, is the first and only family resource center on a college campus in California.
Provides family support services, not only to LAVC students, staff and faculty, but also to community members who have children. Various services are designed to assist families such as parent and baby sessions, a baby clothing exchange, lactation room, parent-lending library, and community resources – all for free!
In addition, the FRC houses grant programs that provide education and professional development activities to build the early childhood workforce.
LA Valley College, Child Development & Family Complex http://lavc-frc.tumblr.com Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Programs:
- Daddy and Me play groupsare for Dads and their young children ages birth to three years old. Our next monthly session is this Saturday, December 17, 2011from10:30am to 12:00pm. These play groups are FREE and allow time for bonding and exploration, with fun activities including block play, music, dramatic play, and more! To RSVP, call the Family Resource Center at (818) 778-5612.
- Infant and Toddler Play Groups A wide variety of Infant and Toddler Playgroups designed to support student, faculty, and community parents. All sessions take place in the Family Resource Center. Sessions are free, but registration is required. Play Sessions are led by a family psychotherapist whose goal is to promote the relationship between the parent and baby and to create a system of support for the parents. - Baby Clothes Exchange Program Did your baby outgrow that shower gift? Do you keep meaning to get rid of those too-small clothes? Are you longing for cute baby clothes in the next size? Then bring in your used CLEAN and good condition baby clothes (newborn to size 3) and TRADE them for what you need!
- Parent & Child Lending Library
A large selection of children’s picture books, parenting resource books, and child development texts that can be borrowed from the on-site lending library. Any community member or student that uses any of our other services is invited to borrow books for a two week period.
- Community Education Parenting Classes
- Child Development and Parenting Workshops
- Private Lactation Room and Refrigerator for Moms
- "Creative Activities for Youth Children" Program
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
--- SHARE NIXLE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY --- LA CITY COUNCIL REDISTRICTING COMMUNITY MEETINGS --- MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, BUSINESS DELEGATION EMBARK ON ASIAN TRADE MISSION TO STRENGTHEN ECONOMY IN LA --- MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ANNOUNCES COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN LA-BASED ENTERTAINMENT GROUP AND LEADING CHINESE INVESTMENT GROUP --- ENVIORNMENTAL AWARENESS FAMILY EVENT --- LAS POSADAS PAGEANT --- TRINITY CHURCH CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION --- LUMINARIA FESTIVAL --- SUN VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP NEEDS YOUR HELP
Please contact us with any questions.
SHARE NIXLE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY As of today, there are over 4,600 Public Safety agencies nationwide using Nixle to send notifications such as tornado warnings, storm alerts, missing child bulletins, road closures and other local information to their communities. Through the power of text messaging, you can receive this information immediately or choose to have it sent to your inbox via email. You decide!
Registration is free, secure and can be completed by visitingnixle.com, or by sending a text message with your zip code to 888777. Not sure how to send a text message to 888777?
Lastly, if your local agencies are not yet utilizing the Nixle system, contact them today and let them know Nixle provides a FREE notification system to all public safety agencies!
LA CITY COUNCIL REDISTRICTING COMMUNITY MEETINGS Help Shape Your Community On Monday, Dec. 12!
Every 10 years the people of Los Angeles have an opportunity to shape the fifteen L.A. City Council district boundaries. If you care about public safety, transportation, city services, and parks in your neighborhood, come tell the Commission about where you live, work, and play.
Attend one of the fifteen hearings throughout the City of L.A. starting with the hearing nearest you.
Public Hearing Near You Council District 2 Date:Monday, December 12, 2011 Time: 6:30PM - 9:30PM Location: North Valley City Hall 7747 Foothill Blvd. Tujunga, CA 91042 *Light Refreshments will be provided.
Council District 6 Date:Tuesday, January 3, 2012 Time: 6:30PM - 9:30PM Location: Van Nuys City Hall 14410 Sylvan Street Van Nuys, CA 91401
Council District 7 Date:Saturday, December 10, 2011 Time: 11:00AM – 2:00PM Location: Alicia Broadous-Duncan Senior Center 11300 Glenoaks Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, BUSINESS DELEGATION EMBARK ON ASIAN TRADE MISSION TO STRENGTHEN ECONOMY IN LA DECEMBER 2, 2011 LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa will lead a delegation of local and national business leaders, along with executives from the Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles World Airports and LA Inc. on a trade mission to China, Japan, and South Korea. The delegation will travel to LA’s three largest trading partners December 3 through December 14, 2011. Asia is home to eight of LA’s top 10 trade partners accounting for over $250 billion in two-way trade and hundreds of thousands of direct and indirect jobs.
“The future of Los Angeles is tied closely to our neighbors in the Pacific Rim. As we strengthen and rebuild our local economy we must leverage our assets in this global marketplace to create jobs here in Los Angeles,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. “Since our 2006 trade mission, we have worked to develop strong economic ties with Asia. This year we will continue to strengthen important relationships, while working to increase investment, trade and tourism in LA.”
During the 2006 LA trade mission to Asia, the Administration signed $300 million in investment agreements and expanded tourism. Earlier this year, Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD opened its North American headquarters in Los Angeles. Based in Shenzhen, China, BYD topped the Businessweek Technology 100 list and was ranked the 8th most innovative company in the world. BYD’s newly renovated facility, located along the Figueroa Corridor in the Downtown Auto District, will bring hundreds of engineering, management and indirect jobs to Los Angeles. BYD’s presence is a significant boost to the Administration’s effort to expand the City’s clean tech sector.
Also earlier this year, one of China’s largest communications companies, China Telecom, opened a second Internet Data Center (IDC) in Los Angeles. This will be only its second center on the West Coast. The IDC will allow businesses in California and China to communicate more efficiently. China Telecom forecasts over $100 million of economic development in the region from the IDC.
This year, the Administration will announce agreements to expand investment and trade with Hyundai, Wet, IKONIC, AECOM and Forever 21. The delegation will promote expanded tourism to Los Angeles at a series of events in all three countries.
Throughout the trip, the delegation will meet with several key government leaders including China’s Vice Premier Wang Qishan, Vice President Xi Jinping, Chongqing Part Secretary Bo Xilai, Shanghai Mayor Han Zheng, Sendai Mayor Emiko Okuyama, and Seoul Mayor Park Won Soon.
While in Japan, the delegation will meet with disaster preparedness experts to share best practices with key experts.
ABOUT THE TRIP: Increasing Investment, Expanding Growth During this trade mission, the delegation will hold dozens of meetings and events designed to encourage companies to locate in Los Angeles, invest in our local companies, and increase imports and exports of goods and services through the Port of Los Angeles.
For example:
• OnGreen is an LA-based company that helps local CleanTech firms find investors and partners from around the world. OnGreen will showcase 15 to 20 LA CleanTech firms, their products, and services during a series of meetings and events designed to increase Asian investment in LA’s growing CleanTech sector. • LA-based Forever 21 will re-enter the Chinese market by opening three new Forever 21 retail stores. Forever 21 will be the only North American Company to compete in China in the fast-fashion sector with the likes of H&M & Zara. • IKONIC Entertainment Group is a new LA-based company formed to provide project turnkey services to the entertainment real estate business in China. IKONIC is expected to create 200 LA jobs while working on the Shiyan city Taichi Lake project—the largest leisure resort project in China. • Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd is a leader in information communications technology. The company, which has committed to opening an LA office, has products and services in 130 countries and is used by 45 of the world's top 50 telecom operators. • AECOM is a Fortune 500 company and global provider of professional technical and management support services headquartered out of LA. AECOM is the program manager firm for the $4.1B program underway to renovate LAX international terminal. Villaraigosa will attend the opening of their Shanghai office and celebrate the expansion of this LA company’s global business.
Expanding Trade Expanding imports and exports strengthens our local economy and creates jobs. In fact, every $1 billion in exports creates 5,500 jobs.
The Port of Los Angeles is the leading destination for imports from Asia, the nation’s number one port center based on trade volume and the number one customs district. During the trade mission, Port executives will showcase LA’s expanded capacity and opportunities for Asian exporters to grow their operations in Los Angeles with manufacturing space and increased movement of goods. For example, a channel deepening project will allow ships to reach a 53-foot depth. The China Shipping terminal is doubling in size to include 142 acres as well as an additional 2,500 feet of wharf space to accommodate a maximum of 1.5 million 20-foot containers.
• Villaraigosa will make an announcement with Hyundai Merchant Marine Company regarding an expansion at the Port of LA during the trip. Hyundai is a Korea-based company specialized in the provision of shipping services. In 2011, Hyundai Merchant Marine’s cargo was 10% of our total trade volume.
President Obama recently signed a long-awaited free trade agreement with South Korea, providing a significant boost to Los Angeles companies, LAX, and the Port of Los Angeles to increase exports to America’s seventh-largest trading partner. The passage of the U.S. - Korea Free Trade Agreement is expected to add $10-$12 billion to annual U.S. Gross Domestic Product and around $10 billion to annual merchandise exports to Korea.
• Villaraigosa will give a keynote speech to the Korean International Trade Association (KITA) about LA-Korea investment opportunities. KITA is Korea’s foremost trade promotion organization. In 2006, Villaraigosa signed an MOU with KITA reflecting Los Angeles’ commitment to enhancing the future growth of trade with Korea. The Port of LA expects to see double digit export growth following the implementation of the Korean Free Trade Agreement.
• Villaraigosa will showcase LA goods and services available for import at various events, including a Fashion Showcase in Shanghai, press events for LA creative firms including AECOM Inc., IKONIC Entertainment Group and Wet Design. Increasing Tourism Tourism generates $14.1 billion and supports 437,000 jobs in the Los Angeles area. It is one of our top growth industries and a key contributor for our local economy. As the entertainment capital of the world, LA welcomed 5.2 million international visitors in 2010, contributing to $4.9 billion to our local economy. Last year, 829,000 tourists from China, Korea, and Japan visited LA.
In 2006, Mayor Villaraigosa opened the LA Tourism Office in Beijing to increase air service between LA and China, and to create passenger demand for Los Angeles. From 2006 to 2010, total visitation from China to Los Angeles increased by 150 percent from 110,000 in 2006 to 273,000 in 2010. In 2010, visitors from China contributed $268 million to the Los Angeles area economy just in direct spending.
LAX has expanded service with direct flights to the Pacific Rim. In the past 14 months, these six direct flights were added:
• United Airlines direct Shanghai-LAX • American Airlines direct Shanghai-LAX service • Air China added additional direct Beijing-LAX service • Korean Air added A380 service for Seoul-LAX • ANA direct Tokyo-LAX • Delta direct Tokyo-LAX
Villaraigosa and his delegation will use this trade mission to increase Chinese tourism even more to the US. In Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo and Seoul, Villaraigosa will host a customer appreciation reception or luncheon to increase demand for travel to Los Angeles. Attendees will include executives from airlines and tour operators who package travel to the U.S.
At these luncheons, Villaraigosa will describe a city bursting with sights and sounds for visitors. The internationally renowned Cirque du Soleil has created IRIS, a new show just for LA and it’s playing in the heart of Hollywood at the Kodak Theater. The renaissance of Downtown LA is in full swing; its streets are lively thoroughfares with cutting-edge galleries and trend-setting restaurants, cafes and bars. The LA Live complex is a vibrant hub of entertainment activity in the heart of the City. And 60 of our region’s art and cultural institutions have organized Pacific Standard Time, a historic collaboration that showcases the artists and creative people that established Los Angeles as one of the world’s art capitals.
Sharing Best Emergency Preparedness Practices Japan’s early warning system is believed to have saved businesses, hospitals, and transportation networks hundreds of millions of dollars in damages by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami because they were able to shut down processes 30 to 60 seconds prior to the earthquake.
• The delegation will visit Tokyo and the earthquake ravaged Sendai, Japan, to meet with local government officials, emergency responders and university researchers about how the area responded to the natural disasters. Villaraigosa will meet with the Mayor of Sendai, Japan, as well as tour Sendai with first responders and visit Tohoku University, a major player in disaster preparedness. Villaraigosa will also attend a disaster emergency briefing and early warning system demonstration, with goal of learning and sharing emergency preparedness best practices.
Los Angeles Ties with Asia This is the second Asia trade mission of the Administration and there has been considerable business development between the regions in recent years as the economic partnership with Asia has grown.
Chinese-owned businesses in the City of Los Angeles support 600 jobs and $32 million in wages.
• The Villaraigosa Administration recruited Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD, to locate its North American headquarters in Los Angeles. It officially opened on October 24, 2011. Based in Shenzhen, China, BYD topped the Businessweek Technology 100 list and was ranked the 8th most innovative company in the world. BYD’s newly renovated facility, located along the Figueroa Corridor in the Downtown Auto District, will bring hundreds of engineering, management and indirect jobs to Los Angeles. BYD’s presence is a significant boost to the Administration’s effort to expand the City’s the clean tech sector.
• One of China’s largest communications companies, China Telecom, opened a second Internet Data Center (IDC) in Los Angeles October 21, 2011. This will be only its second center on the West Coast. The IDC will allow businesses in California and China to communicate more efficiently. China Telecom forecasts over $100 million of economic development in the region from the IDC.
Japan is the largest source in the City of Los Angeles for jobs and wages from foreign businesses and home to the most Japanese-owned businesses in the county. The 424 Japanese-owned businesses employ 16,200 Angelenos and pay $792 million in wages.
• In 2006, Villaraigosa and his delegation met with Family Mart, a Japanese owner of the popular Famima!!, an upscale convenience store chain. Since that meeting the company has invested in LA and created new jobs by opening nine locations in Southern California, six of which are in Los Angeles.
Korean-owned businesses in LA employ more than 1,500 people and contribute $85 million in wages.
• Korean Air is the largest trans-Pacific passenger carrier flying out of LAX. It is the largest cargo carrier in the world and third largest out of LAX. Korean Air recently purchased the Wilshire Grand Hotel and announced a $1 billion renovation of the building. The new 560-room luxury hotel will create 12,000 jobs and be the first Class-A office tower built in LA in 20 years.
Itinerary Dec. 3: Depart Los Angeles Dec. 4–6: Beijing, China Dec. 7: Chongqing, China Dec. 8–9: Shanghai, China Dec. 10: Tokyo, Japan Dec. 11: Sendai and Tokyo, Japan Dec. 12: Tokyo, Japan Dec. 13–14: Seoul, South Korea Dec. 14: Return to Los Angeles
Delegation Villaraigosa will travel with a limited number of city staff, as well as executives from Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles World Airports and LA Inc. Villaraigosa will be accompanied by a delegation of top national and local business leaders. The delegates are:
Antonio R. Villaraigosa - Mayor of Los Angeles Michael “Mickey” Kantor – Partner – Mayer Brown Thomas “Mack” McLarty – President – McLarty Associates David Fisher - Chairman - Capital Group Jose Villarreal – Senior Advisor - Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP Don Chang - CEO - Forever 21 Dr. Sung Won Sohn - Vice Chairman - Forever 21; Commissioner - Board of Harbor Commissioners Gina Marie Lindsey – Executive Director, Los Angeles World Airports Michael Lawson - President - Board of Airport Commissioners - Los Angeles World Airports Kathryn McDermott - Deputy Executive Director - Port of Los Angeles Patti MacJennett - Senior Vice President, Marketing at LA INC, Los Angeles Convention & Visitors Bureau Mary Carley - Associate Vice President, Travel Industry Marketing at LA INC., Los Angeles Convention & Visitors Bureau Jim Featherstone, General Manager, LA Emergency Management Department (Japan Only) Elga Sharpe - Chief of Protocol, City of LA Matt Karatz - Deputy Mayor of Business and Economic Policy, City of LA Eileen Decker – Deputy Mayor of Homeland Security, City of LA (Japan Only) Stephen Cheung - Managing Director of Business and Economic Policy - International Trade, City of LA Nicole Legacki - Director of Business and Economic Policy - International Trade, City of LA Casey Hernandez - Press Secretary to Mayor Villaraigosa Gabriela Ortiz – Special Assistant to Mayor Villaraigosa Cost The Port of Los Angeles and Los Angeles World Airports believe this trade mission is an investment in their economic growth and will cover the approximate $295,000 cost of the trip. No taxpayer dollars will be used by these proprietary departments. Non city-employees who are members of the delegation will be paying their own expenses.
Los Angeles Foreign Relations Los Angeles has the 3rd largest Consular Corps in the world after New York City and Hong Kong. There are 96 countries represented in Los Angeles, including 65 career diplomats and 31 honorary diplomats.
Since the beginning of his administration, the Mayor has met and hosted over 415 foreign dignitaries including Royalty, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Chancellors, Emirs, Ministers, Ambassadors and Consuls General.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ANNOUNCES COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN LA-BASED ENTERTAINMENT GROUP AND LEADING CHINESE INVESTMENT GROUP DECEMBER 6, 2011 BEIJING, CHINA –On the second day of his trade mission to Asia, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced a new collaborative partnership between the LA-based Ikonic Entertainment Group and the Shiyan-based Taichi Lake Group.
“We are in Asia to increase tourism and investment in Los Angeles to expand the growth of LA companies,” Mayor Villaraigosa said. "This new agreement will help create jobs and industry in our City by strengthening relationships with our partners in China."
Ikonic estimates that the agreement reached between Ikonic and Taichi Lake Group will create several hundred LA-based jobs over the next three years. They expect the agreement to generate tens of millions of dollars in revenues to Ikonic, and boost business for numerous LA-based subcontractors and service providers.
“This project is an example of the very best of LA’s creative industry capabilities being exported overseas on a large scale,” said Tony Christopher, Ikonic Co-Founder and CEO. “Our goal is to demonstrate Los Angeles’s truly unique ability to deliver world-class entertainment to the world.”
Ikonic will be the master designer and project manager for six projects commissioned by Taichi Lake Group for the largest theme park and resort in China. Ikonic will provide planning, concept creation, schematic design, design development, and construction oversight services in support of the project’s entertainment items, which include a Taichi Kung Fu-themed park, a $50 million live show, and related media production and publishing, totaling over $300 million.
During the trade mission, the Mayor will promote the benefits of LA's creative services and goods for Asian investors and consumers. Home to the world’s leading movie studios, television networks, video game developers, and as well as music industry’s artists, producers and distributors, Los Angeles has the largest creative economy in the U.S. According to the 2009 Otis Report on the Creative Economy, one in every six people in the region is employed in a creative field.
“As the creative capital of the United States and the world, we are uniquely positioned to export our innovative goods on a global scale," Mayor Villaraigosa added. "The two partnerships formed today will bring out the best of both cultures while generating economic prosperity for Los Angeles and China."
About Shiyan City Shiyan City is a city of 3.5 million located in northwest Hubei province, directly northeast of Wudang Mountain and the Taichi Lake tourism district. It is approximately 630 miles directly east from Shanghai. The city is China’s largest and the world’s third-largest Heavy Truck production center, and a major tourism destination in China. It is the largest major city in proximity to Wudang Mountain and is therefore an important stop for tourists bound to the mountain.
About Ikonic Entertainment Group Ikonic is a new company formed in Los Angeles to provide the very best total project turnkey services to the entertainment real estate business in China. The company is the brainchild of Tony Christopher, the Founder & CEO of the Landmark Entertainment Group and Jack Chen, a Chinese American businessman and Founder & CEO of Transworld Capital Group (TCG) a financial advisory and investment firm specializing in cross-border business development and transaction management in China. Together the new company has the ability to design, build, finance, manage and turn over development of entertainment real-estate projects targeting China, the number one country in the world today in new land development.
Through its association with Landmark, Ikonic utilizes the very top talent in the world today. Considered the third best theme park design company after Disney and Universal, Landmark has a proven track record of award winning projects with Universal as its main client and projects such as the Spiderman Dark Ride, T2/3D, a live action 4D theater, Star Trek, an amazing simulator attraction, and Jurassic park to name a few of its best completed projects. Additionally, Ikonic has worked with and can bring in organizations such as Six Flags, Busch Gardens and Management Resources, each of which can provide high level operation services.
About Taichi Lake Group Hubei Wudang Taichi Lake Investment Group Co., Ltd. specializes in investing in such areas as culture, tourism, and urban development. Aiming at building up regional comprehensive value, TLG was co-founded by a group of shareholders, including Beijing Xing Tong Investment Co., Ltd. , Zhejiang Xiang Yuan Investment Group Co., Ltd, RenHe Oriental Investment (Beijing) Co., Ltd., and Shanghai Zhong Jiuinvestment Group, etc.
About Taichi Lake Ecological Tourism Area Taichi Lake Ecological Tourism Area is composed of two major parts, namely Taichi Lake New Area Projects and Taichi Lake Tourism Area, with eight groups and 39 projects. It covers a total area of 400,000 square kilometers for development and construction and a total building area of about 3 million square meters, with a total investment of 10 billion yuan. The area is planned to, via construction in three to five years, become a well-known and world-class tourist resort and form a Greater Wudang industrial pattern integrating sightseeing, recreation and health preservation surrounded by mountains and waters.
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS FAMILY EVENT December 10 from 10 am to 1 pm Broadous Elementary School 12561 Filmore St. Pacoima, CA
-Christmas Basket Raffles and many more prizes -Free snacks -Plant seeds and flowers -Recyclable Christmas Arts and Crafts -Play a memory game -Puppet show for the whole family -Teach kids how to recycle
For more information call Georgina Solis at 818-785-5627
LAS POSADAS PAGEANT Las Posadas Pageant Coming Saturday, December 10 to Historic Andres Pico Adobe in Mission Hills (With a Visit from Santa!) A one-night Las Posadas (and visit from Santa) will be presented at5:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2011at the Andres Pico Adobe,10940 Sepulveda Blvd., Mission Hills (across from the Mission Hills Post Office at Brand Boulevard). Sponsored by the San Fernando Valley Historical Society (SFVHS), this community holiday event is free and open to the general public. Complimentary pan dulce and hot chocolate will be served. Las Posadas is a traditional Christmas pageant that re-enacts Mary’s and Joseph’s search for shelter in Bethlehem before the birth of Jesus. It features an angel-led procession with lighted candles that follows “Mary and Joseph” from door to door as they seek lodging for the night. With each refusal, a traditional song is sung by Franciscan nuns accompanied by musicians, and the couple wearily moves on to another door seeking shelter. The 177-year old Andres Pico Adobe, with its many doorways and luminarias-lighted pathways, is an excellent locale for the event and lends a wonderful ambience to the historic pageant. Finally, the couple comes to rest in a stable where Jesus is born and swaddled in a feeding trough, ormanger. Afterward, there is a celebration in the Adobe's courtyard with refreshments and a piñata-breaking party. This year the event will include La Mesa de Jesus (the table of Jesus), a tradition from northern Spain that features fresh fruits and nuts along with hot beverages and traditional pastries. A special appearance by Santa Claus is on the horizon, according to authorities close to the SFVHS celebration. For additional information, please contact the San Fernando Valley Historical Society at818-365-7810, or visit the Society’s Web site athttp://www.sfvhs.com. (Please call to confirm performance should rain threaten this year.)
TRINITY CHURCH CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Trinity Church Invites the Community to celebrate Christmas together Sunday, December 11, 2011 1150 O'Melveny St., San Fernando (corner of San Fernando Mission & O’Melveny St.) 11:00am ● 12:00pm ● 1:00pm FREE 20 tons of snow to play in, live music, toys for children, food and photos with your family
For more information: www.trinitychurchsf@org or (818) 361-0012
LUMINARIA FESTIVAL Studio City Neighborhood Council presents Luminaria Festival Sunday, December 11, 2011 from 3 pm - 6 pm Campo de Cahuenga 3919 Lankershim Blvd. Studio City, CA 91604 (Free parking at Campo de Cahuenga or MTA's Universal City Red Line station lot)
* Kids Activities * Live Entertainment * Cookies & Cocoa * And More!
Come celebrate the holidays at a festive event sponsored by the Studio City Neighborhood Council. This FREE event includes refreshments, story time from the Studio City Library, Campo de Cahuenga oral history presentations and live entertainment!
Enjoy all this and the bright luminaria displays, which will decorate Campo de Cahuenga.
Sun Valley Community Blood Drive Tuesday, December 13, 2011 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m 9081 Tujunga Avenue at Waste Management
Please schedule an appointment: (818) 252-3106 orllee@wm.com
Why give? · In the United States, someone needs blood every 2 seconds. · The America Red Cross is the nation’s largest blood supplier, providing it to patients in 3,000 hospitals across America. · Blood cannot be manufactured and the need is constant.
How much blood is needed for…? Typical number of units used: · Open-heart surgery 2-6 red cells, 2-4 plasma, 1-10 platelet · Pre-mature newborn 1-4 red cells · Orthopedic surgery 2-5 red cells
SUN VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL NEEDS HELP Sun Valley Middle School Leadership has begun its tenth year. Part of the Los Angeles Unified School District and situated in the east San Fernando Valley, the program has remained strong and has thrived, while the last decade has seen the school be taken over by the State, be put on the LAUSD Public School Choice list, and change hands to the tune of thirty administrators in just over a decade.
The program has remained strong, and has been called a model for what middle school student leadership ought to be. Most middle school leadership programs are a class embedded in the regular school day, and the focus is very pedestrian in nature. This program is anything but. Its motto of “school, community and self” could not be more accurate. The class (done as an after-school program to allow students who have no elective period to participate) runs school events, focuses on civics and also has a major leadership skills piece, focusing on teambuilding, communication, overcoming personal barriers, and more. Most recently, we were featured on the front page of the Los Angeles Times for a 9/11 memorial museum we created for the ten-year anniversary of the tragic event. KTLA-5 morning news broadcast from the event, and coverage included multiple media outlets of various types. The students spent their summer working on the project. They were inspired having visited Ground Zero.
Each year, the class takes a trip to visit centers of government and democracy. They have visited Sacramento, Washington, D.C., New York City, Philadelphia and Boston. What makes the trips unique is that no tour company is used. The teachers plan and run the trip. Eliminating the tour company “middle man” saves thousands of dollars, and makes the trip affordable for our low-income families. They partner with local businesses and elected officials for scholarships, and rarely have we “left any child behind.” They depend on the community to help make this possible, and this year more than ever, we seek funds to make the trip possible. Besides the fundraising the kids do, they need community help for what we hope will be an eight day trip to the east coast which will, all inclusive, cost each student’s family less than $800.
Our students have gone to work and intern for elected officials, study abroad, and major in government. Our group has met with city-councilmembers, state assembly and senate elected officials, local members of the U.S. House, Senator Dianne Feinstein, L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Georgia civil rights hero/Congressman John Lewis, and former first lady Laura Bush. We have been to the White House seven times. The program is endorsed and supported by City Councilman Tony Cardenas, LAUSD Board Member Nury Martinez, L.A. County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky, State Assemblyman Felipe Fuentes, The Barbara and Garry Marshall Foundation, Waste Management Corporation, the Sun Valley Are Neighborhood Council, Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. Please help make this experience possible for our students this year. Our Federal Tax I.D. number is 95-2373045.
Steve Franklin, MPP, Program Director 2004-2005 LAUSD and L.A. County Teacher of the Year
To help please call818 255 5100
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
--- LADWP Power Outage Update --- Mayor's Office of Economic and Business Policy Newsletter --- LA City Council Redistricting Community Meetings --- Statement on the closure of City Hall Park --- Antonio Villaraigosa: A sad commentary on legislators, litigation and our schools --- Statement on Doe v. Deasy Lawsuit --- Statement on Paseo del Mar Landslide --- Mayor Villaraigosa participates in U.S.-Mexico Binational Mayors Summit --- Mayor Villaraigosa delivers address on "Building a More Livable City" --- Statement on California Supreme Court's Prop. 8 Ruling --- 44th Annual Pacoima Holiday Parade and Festival --- Los Angeles Animal Services Licensing and Vaccination --- 2011-2012 Winter Shelter Program --- Positioning Your Business for Success; A Complimentary Small Business Meeting --- Workshop on Protect your $$$ --- Sylmar Community Project --- Free Flue Vaccine Clinic --- Application of the Science of Adult Attachment Free Training --- Valley Youth Chorus Celebrates Holidays --- San Fernando High School Health Fair --- NAMI Basics --- Sun Valley Middle School Leadership Needs Help
Please contact us with any questions. LADWP POWER OUTAGE UPDATE LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) reports approximately 141,000 of its 1.4 million electric customers are without power as high winds continue to cause outages in several neighborhoods. Approximately 138,000 of these customers are located in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the remaining 3,000 are in the San Fernando Valley.
LADWP currently has over 100 crews responding to over 1,000 separate incidents and has called in crews from out of state and from other remote areas in the State of California to assist in restoration efforts.
LADWP crews are working in extremely dangerous conditions to restore power and are working as quickly and safely as possible to do so. At this time, the current estimated time of restoration for customers experiencing outages is 24 - 48 hours. Many customers will experience shorter outages, but customers experiencing outages should be prepared for up to 24 - 48 hours. LADWP asks for the patience of our customers as we work around the clock to restore service during this major wind storm.
The following areas and neighborhoods have the highest number of customers impacted:
SOUTH South Los Angeles: 6,500 Green Meadows: 5,500 Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw: 2,400
CENTRAL/DOWNTOWN East Hollywood: 7,500 Hollywood Hills: 5,300 Los Feliz: 5,100 Hollywood: 4,400 Chinatown: 1,700
LADWP strongly encourages the public to be vigilant and cautious to stay safe during this storm. Stay away from any downed power lines and poles as well as downed trees and limbs, and protect children home from school today from the same. Beware of traffic signals that may be affected by power outage and proceed with extreme caution. Allow access for uniformed LADWP crews, all of whom carry Department-issued identification cards, so they may service infrastructure in need of repair.
In the event of a power outage:
Stay calm.
Have a flashlight and extra batteries nearby. Don’t use candles in a power outage.
Turn off lights but leave one light turned on so you will know when your service is restored.
Turn off and unplug appliances and other electrical equipment. Unplug heat-producing items like irons and space heaters. This helps prevent circuit overloading, which could delay restoration of service.
Call us and report your outage at 1-800-DIAL DWP (1-800-342-5397).
If you encounter a downed power line:
Report any downed power lines immediately by calling the LADWP at 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397). If you or someone else is in danger, call 911.
Do not touch a downed or dangling wire or anyone or anything in contact with it. Always assume a downed line is still energized.
If a power line falls on your car, stay in the car and wait for help. If you must get out, make sure you do not touch the metal parts of the car and the ground at the same time. The safest exit method is to open the door, stand on the door sill and jump free without touching the car.
Stay away from metal fences, such as chain link fence, as there may be a power line down and touching the fence somewhere beyond your sight.
If there is damage to the connection from the power pole to your house, you should go to the electrical box and turn off the main switch or shut off the fuse switch. Again, always assume electric lines are live.
In case of an electrical emergency, stay calm and think before you act. Don't become a victim while trying to help others. Call 911.
If someone is shocked or not breathing, apply cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR.) Then cover the victim with a blanket, keep their head low and get medical attention.
The public and members of the media are encouraged to check the Department’s news site at www.ladwpnews.com and Twitter page, @LADWP, for updates.
MAYOR'S OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS POLICY NEWSLETTER
The Mayor’s Office of Economic and Business Policy (OEBP) publishes the Los Angeles Works newsletter to advance its mission of retaining, growing and attracting quality jobs and businesses to Los Angeles. We welcome your feedback on how we can improve the newsletter and our support of Angelenos and LA’s business community.
LA CITY COUNCIL REDISTRICTING COMMUNITY MEETINGS Help Shape Your Community On Monday, Dec. 12!
Every 10 years the people of Los Angeles have an opportunity to shape the fifteen L.A. City Council district boundaries. If you care about public safety, transportation, city services, and parks in your neighborhood, come tell the Commission about where you live, work, and play.
Attend one of the fifteen hearings throughout the City of L.A. starting with the hearing nearest you.
Public Hearing Near You Council District 2 Date: Monday, December 12, 2011 Time: 6:30PM - 9:30PM Location: North Valley City Hall 7747 Foothill Blvd. Tujunga, CA 91042 *Light Refreshments will be provided.
Council District 6 Date: Tuesday, January 3, 2012 Time: 6:30PM - 9:30PM Location: Van Nuys City Hall 14410 Sylvan Street Van Nuys, CA 91401
Council District 7 Date: Saturday, December 10, 2011 Time: 11:00AM – 2:00PM Location: Alicia Broadous-Duncan Senior Center 11300 Glenoaks Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331 phone: (213) 922-7740 fax: (213) 922-7707 website: www.redistricting2011.lacity.org redistricting.lacity@lacity.org
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE CLOSURE OF CITY HALL PARK LOS ANGELES -- Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement on November 30, 2011 regarding the closure of City Hall Park:
"Last night, we witnessed perhaps one of the finest moments in the history of the Los Angeles Police Department.
After 58 days of the Occupy LA protest, 1,400 officers enforced the closure of City Hall Park. The closure, conducted in a professional and restrained manner, was meticulously planned and involved coordination with multiple city departments. Over 200 people were arrested with a minimal use of force and with no major injuries to the police or to protesters. The activists’ fundamental rights were respected. This was a peaceful and orderly conclusion of the encampment at City Hall.
Today, the LAPD stands as a shining example of constitutional policing.
I commend the officers who took part in the operation. They are an honor to their profession. Their restraint – in the face of a potentially dynamic situation – is a key reason why City Hall Park was closed in an orderly manner. I also want to commend Chief Beck and his command staff for their leadership over the last eight weeks. At every turn, Chief Beck displayed a steady hand and excellent judgment in developing his department’s response to Occupy LA. The General Services Police Officers, social workers and other City personnel also made key contributions to the successful closure of the park.
From the start, we pledged to do things differently in Los Angeles. We took a measured approach, respected protesters' first amendment rights, sought to de-escalate conflict and supported open communication.
We did not rush. We respected the dignity of the protesters and gave them time to gather their belongings and arrange their departure. When we made the decision to close the park, we made sure that ample human services, such as shelter beds, were available to those who needed them. As a result, the LAPD was able to avoid the violent confrontations that have marred similar operations in other cities.
The Occupy movement should not be about defending a particular patch of parkland, but rather about spreading the message of economic equality and pushing for social justice. I thank participants who heeded our call and left City Hall Park before the operation, those who stayed, but departed peacefully or were arrested without incident. These Angeleno activists have also demonstrated to the rest of the country that social change is best achieved through peaceful means.
Instead of grinding to a halt amid confrontation, the Occupy LA movement can now amplify their calls for social justice and economic opportunity. In the days ahead, we must build on the foundation of cooperation that we have established over these last two months.
Although we expect further protests as Occupy LA works to broaden its movement, we will work hard to ensure that the City handles these actions with the appropriate restraint. I hope that the Occupy LA activists will do the same.
The movement’s message of restoring the balance to American society is too important to be lost amid clashes and conflict." ANTONIO VILLARAIGOSA: A SAD COMMENTARY ON LEGISLATORS, LITIGATION AND OUR SCHOOLS By Antonio Villaraigosa
11/27/2011
Each year, California's School Boards Association gives out an award to the California state legislator who has been most supportive of education.
This year's winner?
Nobody.
That's right. The association could not find one single California legislator in 2011 who was outstanding in his or her support of education.
In fact, while other legislatures across the country debated and even passed meaningful new laws to improve student learning in our schools, Sacramento took a pass.
California parents can't rely on legislators to enact meaningful education reform. School districts and parents are stymied by contract negotiations.
So California parents are turning to their only other avenue -- litigation.
For the second time in less than two years, parents have sued in order to force meaningful reforms in how we teach our children. The first case -- Reed v. State of California -- protected our most vulnerable students from the effects of teacher lay-offs.
This month, Doe v. Deasy landed on the docket of the Los Angeles Superior Court. Filed by a group of parents dedicated to education reform, the lawsuit focuses on the use of student progress in teacher evaluations, an increasingly acrimonious topic in our already heated education debates. The parents' demand is simple: the Los Angeles Unified School District must follow the Stull Act. The implications for all of California's classrooms are profound.
Good teachers help make good students. The research is clear on this. With a great teacher in front of the white board, students can gain two years of knowledge in a single school year. But when a teacher struggles, students struggle. These students quickly fall behind their peers and can stay behind for years.
Common sense would dictate that we put an effective system of teacher evaluations in place. With such a system, we could identify the strong teachers and those who are underperforming. We could develop teacher training and professional development programs that really add value for educators. Most importantly we could get those teachers who are struggling and those who aspire to grow the added training and support they need and want.
Our teachers would be more successful, our students would learn more, and our schools would produce more graduates on their way to college.
Unfortunately, L.A. Unified School District and the United Teachers of Los Angeles have been unable to negotiate a meaningful set of teacher performance measures. As a result, the district's system of evaluation is perfunctory and superficial. In a district rife with low-performing schools, 97 percent of the district's teachers are still rated satisfactory, year in and year out.
Evaluations are not anti-teacher. Far from it.
In truth, teachers are asking to be evaluated. They want well designed evaluations. In a recent poll done by the American Association of Educators, 80 percent of teachers support the use of test data as part of evaluations. When LAUSD teachers were surveyed on their attitudes towards evaluations, they expressed support for evaluations that included more observations by their professional peers.
Teachers and principals enter their profession as life-long learners. With good evaluation tools that they help to design, we can give them the critical support they need to learn and grow.
Doe v. Deasy has the potential to change how the Los Angeles School District -- and every other district in the state -- evaluates its teachers.
Until this lawsuit, not many people remembered the Stull Act. But this this reminder of a time when the California Legislature was focused on building a better school system has been dusted off by a courageous group of parents and advocates led by EdVoice.
Championed in 1971 by then Assemblyman John Stull of San Diego, the law mandated that local school districts specifically include "measures of student learning" in the evaluation of both teachers and principals.
It also was intended to support teacher improvement. Stull made sure to include provisions in the bill directing local districts to provide critical support for educators who needed to improve their performance.
In 1999, when I was Speaker of the California Assembly, we strengthened both the evaluation and educator support elements of the Stull Act.
Unfortunately these legislative actions have failed to be implemented at the school district level. This likely is tied to the fierce resistance to meaningful evaluations by leaders at the district negotiating table.
This lawsuit could be the catalyst that breaks that resistance in Los Angeles and across the state. It could spark, finally, the adoption of effective measures of educator performance and meaningful programs of professional development.
Across the country, some 20 states passed meaningful teacher evaluation reforms in the last two years. California is not among them. But perhaps, this litigation could force schools to implement the laws we passed some 40 years ago.
We once led the nation in the smart and sophisticated use of evaluations to deliver quality education. It's time for us to regain the mantle of leadership. Our students and our teachers deserve nothing less. And with one in eight Americans educated in the state of California, our country depends on it.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON DOE V. DEASY LAWSUIT LOS ANGELES -- On the November 21st, the first day of hearings of the Doe v. Deasy lawsuit, Mayor Villaraigosa issued the following statement supporting parents who are asking the Los Angeles Unified School District to comply with the Stull Act. Championed in 1971 by Assemblymember John Stull of San Diego, the law mandates the use of student progress in teacher evaluations and requires districts to provide the necessary support to help teachers improve and grow.
As Speaker of the California Assembly in 1999, Mayor Villaraigosa strengthened both the evaluation and teacher support elements of the Stull Act.
"Doe v. Deasy has the potential to change how the Los Angeles Unified School District – and every other district in the state – evaluates its teachers. This lawsuit contends that any educator evaluations, multiple measures of teacher performance and allows us to in turn provide targeted support for them.
After all, good teachers help make good students. The research is clear on this. With a great teacher in front of the white board, students can gain two years of knowledge in a single school year. But when a teacher struggles, students struggle. These students quickly fall behind their peers and can stay behind for years. Therefore, we need to be doing everything in our power to ensure teachers are getting the resources they need to excel.
Until this lawsuit, the Stull Act had gone by the wayside for the past forty years. But a courageous group of parents have stepped forward to remind us of a time when the California Legislature was focused on building a better school system.
Successful lawsuits like Reed vs. California have taught us that through the courts we can seek justice for our kids. That landmark settlement to protect our most vulnerable students from the effects of seniority based teacher lay-offs paved the way for Doe v. Deasy to take on the issue of teacher evaluation and support in improving the quality of our children's education.
We once led the nation in the smart, sophisticated use of evaluations to deliver quality education. It’s time for us to regain the mantel of leadership. Our students and our teachers deserve nothing less, and with one in eight Americans educated in the state of California, our country depends on it."
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON PASEO DEL MAR LANDSLIDE
LOS ANGELES–Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement on November 20th regarding the landslide along Paseo Del Mar:
"On Sunday afternoon, a portion of the previously closed Paseo Del Mar between S. Western Avenue and S. Weymouth Avenue, in the San Pedro area, experienced a significant landslide. A section of the closed road slid off the hill and into the ocean.
Thankfully, there were no injuries and no property was damaged. No homes or other buildings are threatened at this time.
Because of the ongoing landslide, last week the City erected a chain link fence around the affected area and posted signs warning of the danger.
I would like to remind all residents and visitors that the landslide area remains unstable and presents a life-threatening hazard. Please follow the posted signs and keep out of the area.
City engineers and other officials are working to determine the cause of the initial landslide and they have been directed to expedite a contract with an outside geotechnical firm to conduct a thorough study.
The LAPD has increased patrols in the area to ensure individuals are not accessing the site.
I would like to thank the residents of the White Point neighborhood for their patience and cooperation during this time."
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA PARTICIPATES IN U.S.-MEXICO BINATIONAL MAYORS SUMMIT LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and United States Commerce Under Secretary for International Trade Francisco Sanchez hosted mayors and business leaders at the US-Mexico Binational Mayors Summit on November 18th. The summit featured mayors from California and Baja California discussing ways in which cities can play an important role in the promotion of international trade.
“Ninety-five percent of the world’s consumers are outside of the United States, and over the next 10 years, economists project that 80 percent of global economic growth will take place outside of US borders,” said Mayor Villaraigosa, “With numbers like these, developing a strong export economy in the Los Angeles region in the coming years won’t be a luxury. It will be a necessity.”
During his remarks at the summit, Mayor Villaraigosa discussed the modernization of LAX, improvements at the Port of Los Angeles, and the recent launch of the Los Angeles Regional Export Council.
The summit gave mayors an opportunity to discuss trade promotion with federal, state, and local export service providers including the Department of Commerce, Small Business Administration, Centers for International Trade, and the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce.
“Mexico is the United States’ third largest trading partner and second largest export market,” said Francisco Sánchez, Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade, “In order to achieve full economic recovery, it is imperative that we continue to strengthen this relationship and to ensure it provides both greater opportunities and benefits for all of our peoples.”
The City of Los Angeles has prioritized export promotion because every $1 billion in exports supports 5,500 jobs in the US, according to a report from the International Trade Administration.
Mayor Villaraigosa announced the launch of the Los Angeles Regional Export Council on October 31, 2011. The export council is a public-private partnership that will coordinate export services in the LA region and help companies find the services they need to grow their business and create new jobs.
Helping local businesses export is part of Mayor Villaraigosa’s partnering for economic growth strategy, a core component of his five-step plan for creating jobs in LA. The five steps of Mayor Villaraigosa’s job-creation plan are: (1) reforming LA’s business tax; (2) reducing red tape; (3) partnering for economic growth; (4) modernizing LAX and the Port of Los Angeles; and (5) building a 21st century transportation network.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA DELIVERS MAJOR ADDRESS ON ‘BUILDING A MORE LIVABLE CITY’ LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa delivered a major address on “Building a More Livable City” on November 16th, highlighting the concrete steps his administration has taken in the face of the Great Recession to build a better, more livable city for generations to come.
“When I took office in 2005, I made a commitment to work together to build a better, a more livable Los Angeles. To change how the City looked and how we moved,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. “Since 2005, we have made a series of investments in the City to realize this vision. These investments are job generators and down payments to secure our future prosperity and ensure our City’s sustainability.”
Mayor Villaraigosa made his remarks at UCLA to the “Mayoral Housing, Transportation and Jobs Summit,” an annual event sponsored by the Los Angeles Business Council.
The Mayor used his “Building a More Livable City” speech to highlight:
(1) the development of seven innovative New Community Plans -- the most significant overhauls to LA’s local planning vision in many decades (2) the goal of constructing 50 new pocket parks over the next two years; and (3) on-going efforts to promote transit oriented development throughout Los Angeles including along the Crenshaw and Exposition Lines.
Mayor Villaraigosa also used his remarks to discuss the ways in which the City is investing public dollars to put Angelenos to work including: the modernization of LAX which is generating nearly 40,000 jobs; the continuing enhancement of the Port of LA which is generating nearly 20,000 jobs; and the construction of a 21st century transportation network creating 166,000 jobs over the life of Measure R.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT’S PROP. 8 RULING LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement on November 17th on the California Supreme Court’s decision to allow the sponsors of Proposition 8 to defend the ballot initiative in federal court:
"Today's California Supreme Court ruling is the latest step in guaranteeing that all gay and lesbian Americans have the fundamental right to marry the person they love. The Court's ruling that proponents of Proposition 8 may defend the initiative before the 9th U.S Circuit Court of Appeals gives the federal court the opportunity to right this injustice.
I am confident that the 9th Circuit Court will affirm marriage equality and right the damage Prop. 8 has done to our fellow Californians and their families. I look forward to the day when all Americans enjoy the freedom to marry."
44TH ANNUAL PACOIMA HOLIDAY PARADE AND FESTIVAL
The Pacoima Chamber of Commerce holds its 44th Annual Pacoima Holiday Parade and Festival, with the parade scheduled forSaturday, December 3, 2011 at 9:00am with the festival being held at David Gonzales Recreation Center. We invite you to join us once again this year in making our parade an outstanding event. We are looking for participation from the entire community, including all local community and government organizations, schools, businesses (small and large), residents, families and friends.
Our theme this year: “Cultivating Magical Dreams for Our Communities”
The parade will begin at Oneida and Van Nuys Blvd and will travel East on Van Nuys Blvd and end at Glenoaks Blvd. Following the Parade, everyone is invited to join us at David M. Gonzales Recreation Center (10943 Herrick Ave, Pacoima, CA), where food, fun, and entertainment will be waiting.
LOS ANGELES ANIMAL SERVICES LICENSING AND VACCINATION Los Angeles Animal Services will be back at the Sepulveda Basin Off Leash dog park on Sunday, December 4th. People don’t have to mail in their licensing paperwork then wait for their license or stand in long lines at LAAS to get their dog(s) license. Instead, people can get their dog(s) vaccinated and licensed in one visit.
Los Angeles Animal Services (LAAS) will join the low cost vaccination clinic at the Sepulveda Basin Off Leash Dog Park on Sunday, December 4th from. 3:30-5:00pm. LAAS Officers will be available to collect new and renewal applications for dog licensing. The cost to license a spay/neutered dog is only $20. The fee is discounted for low income seniors (62 +)/disabled persons licensing a companion dog. Licenses must be renewed annually.
** Please remember to bring a check with you to cover the cost of the license, cash is not accepted. **
All dogs over four months of age and kept within the City of Los Angeles must be licensed (LAMC 53.28) and must be spayed or neutered (LAMC 53.15.2(b)). A dog license is valid only when the required rabies vaccination certificate, issued by a licensed veterinarian, is provided to the Department and only as long as the rabies vaccination is effective. (LAMC 53.51)
Officers will also available to discuss Los Angeles’ mandatory spay/ neuter law and talk about free to low cost sterilizations options that your pet may qualify for.
The Sepulveda Basin Off Leash Dog Park is located at 17550 Victory Blvd., Encino, CA 91406 (White Oak & Balboa). The park is segregated into three separate enclosed areas for the dogs: under 20 lbs, small/ timid and large dogs. Here the dogs can come to socialize and exercise in a fun and safe environment. All dogs outside of the enclosures must be leashed at all times. All dogs entering the park must be licensed (including spayed/ neutered), current on their vaccinations, both dog and people friendly.
For more information about Los Angeles Animal Services, licensing or required vaccinations contact the West Valley Animal Shelter at 818.756.9326.
For more information about the Sepulveda Basin Off Leash Dog Park please contact the Valley Region Office of the Department of Recreation and Parks at 818.756.8185.
2011-2012 WINTER SHELTER PROGRAM Shelter Locations and Transportation Schedule PROGRAM BEGINS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2011 -unless noted otherwise
Selected community non-profit homeless services providers will provide temporary nightly shelter to homeless persons in Los Angeles County. Those in need of emergency shelter are encouraged to go directly to one of the listed pick-up points for free transportation, rather than the site address, unless otherwise indicated. Most shelters will open at approximately 5:00 PM. For information about the Shelters, please refer to the contact information.
Winter Shelter Hotline Phone: 1-800-548-6047 TDD: 1-800-660-4026 (For the deaf and hearing disabled) Internet Website Address: www.lahsa.org *Information contained in this document is subject to change.
POSITIONING YOUR BUSINESS FOR SUCCESS; A COMPLIMENTARY SMALL BUSINESS MEETING Presented by Business Source, City of Los Angeles and US Bank
LEARN HOW… * Your Business can Benefit from the State Enterprise Zone * To Qualify for Special Tax Credit when Hiring New Employees * Bank Underwriters Think and Evaluate Your Loan/Line Requests * To Prepare Your Business Before You Submit Your Loan/Line Application
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 7:30 a.m. Networking (Light Continental Breakfast will be served) 8:00 a.m. Workshop 9:45 a.m. Q&A
Van Nuys Government Center Marvin Braude Building 6262 Van Nuys Blvd./Sylvan Street Conference Room 1B (Parking available at 6265 Sylmar St/Sylvan St. Lot 752. Cost is $1.00 every 30 minutes)
WORKSHOP ON PROTECT YOUR $$$ Presented by Victor M. Martinez, Income Tax and Accounting
LEARN ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF LIVING TRUSTS, DO I NEED A LIVING TRUST? WHY IS LIFE INSURANCE SO IMPORTANT??? TAX PLANNING...FOR YOUR FUTURE NOT JUST FOR THIS YEAR
Thursday, December 8th from 8:30am to 10am EL ABUELO RESTAURANT 452 NORTH MACLAY AVE SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 818-365-8283 Free admission with a toy donation valued at $20 or more for every adult attending or pay a $50 entrance fee. Breakfast included
GUEST SPEAKERS INCLUDE: WILLIAM D KOEHLER, ESQ LAW OFFICES OF WILLIAM KOEHLER HECTOR R. GUIZAR, MRC LIFE
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE Call 818-361-1668 to register or fax to 818-361-1200
SYLMAR COMMUNITY PROJECT Painting the east wall of Fire Station #91 on Polk Street Saturday, December 10, 2011, 8 a.m. to noon (but no later than 3 p.m.) Volunteers requested Continental breakfast and lunch served
Contact: Rosemary Jenkins Chair, Green Committee Sylmar Neighborhood Council 818-667-3280 C
FREE FLUE VACCINE CLINIC On Tuesday, December 13thfrom 1:30-5:00 pm Valley Regional High School #5 in the Parent Center, Building B. 1001 Arroyo Ave. San Fernando, Ca. 91340
Sponsored by NEVHC and The Los Angeles Education Partnership. It is open to the entire community. No insurance is required, but those under 18 will need a parent signature.
APPLICATION OF THE SCIENCE OF ADULT ATTACHMENT FREE TRAINING Telling a Story that Makes Sense: Application of the Science of Adult Attachment
In this workshop, we’ll explore the scientific underpinnings of adult attachment theory; how attachment experiences influence neurobiology and how people function in relationships; the categories of attachment, and the way the Adult Attachment Interview can transform how professionals listen to the way clients tell their stories.
When: Friday December 16, 2011 Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm (Registration 8:30am -9:00am) Where: The Help Group Autism Center 13164 Burbank Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
Fax or email to Yamilet Guerra at Project SAFE by December 12 Fax: 818-623-6335 or Email: yguerra@thehelpgroup.org
*CE Credits: 3 continuing education credits are available for Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Pathologists, LCSWs and MFCC/MFTs.
The Help Group is approved by the American Psychological Association, The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc., The Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board and The National Association of Social Workers
Dr. Tina Payne Bryson is a parenting consultant, and psychotherapist at Pediatric and Adolescent Psychology Associates, under the supervision of Dr. Robert Colegrove. She is a frequent lecturer to parents, teachers and clinicians, and writes for various websites and organizations. Tina’s new book, co-authored with Dr. Dan Siegel, is titled The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind, Survive Everyday Parenting Struggles, and Help Your Family Thrive. Tina earned her Ph.D. from the University of Southern California, where she focused her research and studies on interpersonal neurobiology, attachment science, and childrearing theory. You can learn more about Tina at www.TinaBryson.com where you can also subscribe to her blog, where she posts an article a week about kids and parenting.
VALLEY YOUTH CHORUS CELEBRATES HOLIDAYS The San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus, under the musical direction of Yohan Partan, invites the community to celebrate the holidays at a concert on Sunday, December 18, 6:30 p.m. at the Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church in Canoga Park. The concert will feature the three ensembles of the chorus, Primi Cantores, Concordia, and Melodia Nova, and several songs by the combined choir. Tickets are $5 and may be reserved by calling 818-212-9356 or may be purchased at the door.
The SFV Youth Chorus is a non-profit choral program for children from grades three through twelve providing educational and enriching experiences for young singers and their audiences. Founded in 1992, the Chorus promotes the opportunity for artistic and personal growth through superior choral instruction, community outreach, and choral music performance. For more information, visit the website at www.valleyyouthchorus.org.
SAN FERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL HEALTH FAIR HEALTH PROVIDERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND Save the Dates When: Thursday, 1/19/11 & Friday, 1/20/11
HealthCorps will be having an In-school Health Fair for the Health Careers SLC students on January 19th and January 20th. Both dates will run the entire school day and will take place in the Social Hall on campus. The health fair will be composed of mostly student run booths, but I would love to have outside resources involved as well. If any community partners, individuals, or student groups would be interested, and are available to set up a table either day, feel free to contact.
NAMI BASICS NAMI Basics is FREE and is an informative new signature education program for parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illnesses. The NAMI Basics course is taught by trained teachers who are the parent or other caregiver of individuals who developed symptoms of mental illness prior to the age of 13 years.
The course consists of six classes, each lasting 2 ½ hours. Classes will be offered weekly for six consecutive weeks. All instruction materials are FREE to participants. Limited Seating, register today!
Where: Northridge, CA When: Beginning in February 20112 Register NOW for details
Should you have questions about the class or how to register, please call: Tina Howard at (661) 476-2261 or Rosina Ehrlich at (310) 488-6113 You can also e-mail us at: namibasics@aol.com www.namisfv.org
NAMI SFV is an all-volunteer non-profit organization serving the San Fernando Valley since 1972. Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families living with mental illness by providing education, information and resources. ALL NAMI SFV services and programs are FREE of charge
SUN VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL NEEDS HELP Sun Valley Middle School Leadership has begun its tenth year. Part of the Los Angeles Unified School District and situated in the east San Fernando Valley, the program has remained strong and has thrived, while the last decade has seen the school be taken over by the State, be put on the LAUSD Public School Choice list, and change hands to the tune of thirty administrators in just over a decade.
The program has remained strong, and has been called a model for what middle school student leadership ought to be. Most middle school leadership programs are a class embedded in the regular school day, and the focus is very pedestrian in nature. This program is anything but. Its motto of “school, community and self” could not be more accurate. The class (done as an after-school program to allow students who have no elective period to participate) runs school events, focuses on civics and also has a major leadership skills piece, focusing on teambuilding, communication, overcoming personal barriers, and more. Most recently, we were featured on the front page of the Los Angeles Times for a 9/11 memorial museum we created for the ten-year anniversary of the tragic event. KTLA-5 morning news broadcast from the event, and coverage included multiple media outlets of various types. The students spent their summer working on the project. They were inspired having visited Ground Zero.
Each year, the class takes a trip to visit centers of government and democracy. They have visited Sacramento, Washington, D.C., New York City, Philadelphia and Boston. What makes the trips unique is that no tour company is used. The teachers plan and run the trip. Eliminating the tour company “middle man” saves thousands of dollars, and makes the trip affordable for our low-income families. They partner with local businesses and elected officials for scholarships, and rarely have we “left any child behind.” They depend on the community to help make this possible, and this year more than ever, we seek funds to make the trip possible. Besides the fundraising the kids do, they need community help for what we hope will be an eight day trip to the east coast which will, all inclusive, cost each student’s family less than $800.
Our students have gone to work and intern for elected officials, study abroad, and major in government. Our group has met with city-councilmembers, state assembly and senate elected officials, local members of the U.S. House, Senator Dianne Feinstein, L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Georgia civil rights hero/Congressman John Lewis, and former first lady Laura Bush. We have been to the White House seven times. The program is endorsed and supported by City Councilman Tony Cardenas, LAUSD Board Member Nury Martinez, L.A. County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky, State Assemblyman Felipe Fuentes, The Barbara and Garry Marshall Foundation, Waste Management Corporation, the Sun Valley Are Neighborhood Council, Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. Please help make this experience possible for our students this year. Our Federal Tax I.D. number is 95-2373045.
Steve Franklin, MPP, Program Director 2004-2005 LAUSD and L.A. County Teacher of the Year
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
--- The City of Los Angeles Launches Ideas.LA2B.Org --- Notice of RFP- Domestice Violence Shelter Operations (DVSO) Program --- Mayor Villaraigosa issues statement on new proposal to improve nearly one quarter of City's Streets --- Mayor Villaraigosa welcomes CODA Automotives's Global Headquarters to Los Angeles --- In Advance of Auto Show, Mayor and Council Leaders urge new tax structure for Auto Dealers to grow sales tax base --- Mayor Villaraigosa issues statement on the passing of NALEO founder and USC Professor Dr. Harry Pachon --- Food Truck Lunch Festival --- Free Business Success Workshop --- Pregunta al Psiquiatra (Ask the Psychiatrist) --- Youth Summit --- 1st Annual Sylmar Olive Festival Kick-Off --- Acoporation4Less Event --- Olive View Community Mental Health Urgent Care Center Open House & Community Resource Fair --- ‘Las Posadas’ Pageant Coming December 10 to Historic Andres Pico Adobe in Mission Hills (With a Visit from Santa!) --- Spber Link Sober Holidays Celebration --- Bureau of Sanitation 2012 "Discover Recycling" Open House
Please contact us with any questions.
THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES LAUNCHES IDEAS.LA2B.Org Let's Talk Transportation!
Do you have an idea - large or small - that could help transform the way Angeleno's travel in and around the community? The City of Los Angeles is listening. Visit ideas.LA2B.org to share your ideas today!
The City of Los Angeles is proud to announce the launch of ideas.LA2B.org, an interactive virtual "town hall" website dedicated to soliciting ideas and conversations about mobility and transportation. The City of Los Angeles is just getting started on a Mobility Element and they need your practical and creative ideas to move Los Angeles into the 21st century.
Simply jump online from work, home, school, or whenever you have Internet access to join the discussion!
Ideas are being sought in the following topic areas...
Favorite Los Angeles Street Most Representative Street Getting Around Los Angeles Street Uses Street Changes
Please share this message. The City of Los Angeles wants to hear from as many Angelenos as possible. Thanks for participating!
NOTICE OF RFP- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER OPERATIONS (DVSO) PROGRAM Effective Date: This bulletin is effective upon date of issue (November 7, 2011)
Purpose: The City of Los Angeles Community Development Department (CDD) is soliciting proposals for the Domestic Violence Shelter Operations (DVSO) program to provide emergency and/pr transitional housing shelters dedicated exclusively for survivors of domestic violence and their children.
Beginning November 9, 2011, the RFP may be downloaded from the CDD website at www.cdd.lacity.org/home_bidsrfp.html. The RFP is also available at the Los Angeles Business Assistance Virtual Network website at http://www.labavn.org.
A Proposers' Conference is scheduled on November 17, 2011 (Thursday) at the Central City Neighborhood Partners (CCNP) building located at 501 St. Bixel St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 from 9:00am to 12 noon. Free parking available.
Porposals are due on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 4:00pm. Please email your questions or requests tocdd.planning@lacity.org. Please note new deadline time.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON NEW PROPOSAL TO IMPROVE NEARLY ONE QUARTER OF CITY'S STREETS
LOS ANGELES –Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement on LA Road Works, a bold and innovative program that will repair nearly a quarter of all City streets:
“Three years ago voters overwhelmingly supported Measure R, to build the 21st century transit network Angelenos deserve. With this investment we are able to create jobs and invest in improving our communities by doubling our rail network, repairing roads, building bike and pedestrian paths among other local transit services improvements.
But we don't need to wait 27 more years to improve our roads, build bike and pedestrian paths bit by bit. In the next few years, we can invest more than $700 million in Measure R dollars to improve nearly one quarter of our streets.
LA Road Works is a bold and innovative plan to deliver to Los Angeles voters more of what they asked for with Measure R, faster than any of us imagined. With today's low interest rates and construction costs, we can do more now than we could over the next 27 years.
I urge the City Council to support this plan to build 21st century streets across Los Angeles. Join me and members of my administration as we fan out across the city to discuss this proposal directly with the public.
Let's think big Los Angeles, and let's continue building a better future, a better Los Angeles, for generations to come.
We have synchronized nearly every traffic signal in the city. We are on track to complete our renovation of the Tom Bradley International terminal at LAX. We have begun adding 1,600 miles of bike lanes and we broke ground on the first rail line to the Westside in 50 years.
During the past six years, we have invested more in street improvements than any other administration. For the first time in a generation, we have ended the decline in the quality of our streets.
But with LA Road Works, we can do even more.
Let's renew the commitment we made when we passed Measure R three years ago. Let's build the 21st century transit network Angelenos want and deserve. Let’s invest locally and creating jobs. And let's put Angelenos to work building a better L.A., with better roads, in 2012."
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA WELCOMES CODA AUTOMOTIVE’S GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS TO LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES– Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement welcoming CODA Automotive to its 100,000-square-foot Global Headquarters in Los Angeles. CODA is a clean energy technology company focused on making positive energy more affordable. CODA’s flagship product – the 2012 CODA – is an all-electric vehicle with a range of up to 150 miles per charge. The company is readying to launch the vehicle, and will exhibit it at next week’s Los Angeles International Auto Show.
“We are proud to welcome CODA to Los Angeles -- the city that creates and innovates. We see CODA's move as a boost to our growing clean technology industry in LA and we are thrilled they chose to locate in our City,” said Mayor Villaraigosa, “CODA has grown tremendously since moving to LA, adding more than 140 employees. We wish them well and look forward to watching their continued growth.
LA’s CleanTech Corridor is growing. We’ve opened the CleanTech Incubator in downtown LA, offering start-ups flexible office space, CEO mentoring, and access to a growing network of experts. Last week we found a partner to develop the CleanTech Manufacturing Center in downtown LA. We are working to attract the clean technology industry to LA so that we can create new jobs and build a more sustainable future.”
IN ADVANCE OF AUTO SHOW, MAYOR AND COUNCIL LEADERS URGE NEW TAX STRUCTURE FOR AUTO DEALERS TO GROW SALES TAX BASE LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced last Tuesday that Beverly Hills Porsche is moving to Los Angeles next year, becoming only the second dealer in 25 years to open in the City.
To attract and retain more businesses that generate jobs and large amounts of sales tax, Mayor Villaraigosa stood with Councilmember Mitch Englander and Council President Eric Garcetti and called for exempting auto dealers from the City’s business tax.
"For too long, LA's business tax has driven auto dealers outside the City limits," said Mayor Villaraigosa. "It's time to reform the way we tax auto dealers so that we can bring more jobs and more sales tax to our City.”
Auto dealers produce substantially more sales tax than business tax. In 2010, auto dealers accounted for only $3.6 million in business tax revenue but a whopping $29 million in sales tax revenue.
Since 1986, the City of Los Angeles has lost 95 auto dealers. If those 95 dealers were still operating within the City limits, Los Angeles would have an additional $57 million per year in sales tax revenue.
According to the Greater Los Angeles New Car Dealers Association, LA's business tax has been an important factor in the relocation decisions of auto dealers because surrounding cities like Glendale have no business tax.
“Eliminating the business tax for new auto dealers in Los Angeles is a win-win, generating higher sales and higher sales tax for the City,” said Charlie Gill, Executive Director of the Greater Los Angeles New Car Dealers Association, “For the first time in generations, dealers would be unfettered by this punitive tax and feel free to move into the City, move their merchandise, and use the money they save to hire new employees.”
Mayor Villaraigosa joined Councilmember Mitch Englander and Council President Eric Garcetti at Tuesday’s press conference. Englander and Garcetti will be co-presenting a motion in Council instructing the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance to eliminate the gross receipts tax for new car dealerships in the City of Los Angeles.
“Having owned a small business in Los Angeles, I know how difficult it is for them to get by,” said Councilmember Mitch Englander. “Every dollar makes a big difference. Eliminating the gross receipts tax is a crucial incentive that can help bring new businesses to Los Angeles and help existing businesses stay and thrive, create jobs and breathe life into our economy. Eliminating the gross receipts tax for new car dealerships is the perfect first step because they generate so much sales tax revenue and jobs.”
“It's time to stop surrounding cities from using L.A.’s broken tax system to lure businesses and jobs away from us,” said City Council President Eric Garcetti. “Targeting car dealers is a big first step. But we must eliminate the business tax all together. L.A.’s costly and cumbersome tax scheme is one that taxes businesses even when they lose money. If we’re going to get our economy back on track, it’s simply got to go.”
The Mayor's Office of Economic and Business Policy helped to persuade Beverly Hills Porsche to come to Los Angeles by pulling department directors together and speeding the permitting process.
The move is good news for Los Angeles because Beverly Hills Porsche did $100 million in sales last year, an amount which will bring in approximately $1 million in sales tax to the City’s general fund once the dealer is located in Los Angeles.
Tuesday’s auto incentive announcement was timed to come in advance of the LA Auto Show which takes place from Nov. 18-27.
“Next week, auto dealers and manufacturers from around the region and the world will come to LA to showcase the future of automotive technology,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. “Let’s showcase Los Angeles to this industry. Let’s show them Los Angeles is open for their business and let’s generate new jobs and revenues for our City.”
Reforming LA's business tax is a core component of Mayor Villaraigosa's 5-step plan for creating jobs in Los Angeles. The five steps are: (1) reforming LA's business tax, (2) reducing red tape, (3) partnering for economic growth, (4) improving LAX and the Port, and (5) building a 21st century transportation network.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING NALEO FOUNDER AND USC PROFESSOR DR. HARRY PACHON
LOS ANGELES – Mayor Villaraigosa released the following statement on the passing NALEO founder and USC Professor Dr. Harry Pachon:
"We mourn the loss of Dr. Harry Pachon, a brilliant scholar and trailblazer.
As a founder of the National Association of Latino Elected Officials, Harry worked unceasingly for the civic engagement and the political empowerment of Latinos in the United States. And as President of the Tomas Rivera Policy Institute and professor, he contributed immensely to the research on Latinos and the policy issues of greatest impact to this community.
Although we will miss him dearly, he leaves a legacy of outstanding scholarship and of advancing the participation of Latinos in the democratic process.
My thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time."
FOOD TRUCK LUNCH FESTIVAL Join San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center. Inc. for their We Care Wednesday Food Truck Lunch Festival. Fundraiser to benefit the programs and services of Center.
Featuring: Bajamar Seafood, DogHouse Truck, Grilled Cheese Patrol, Mama's Truck, M.O. Egg Rolls and Oooh La La Crepes.
Visit the website for more information: November 16, 2011 from 11am to 2pm Lucky Supermarket Side parking lot- Sherman Way side 7227 Van Nuys Blvd. Van Nuys, CA
SFVCMHM, Inc. Tax ID: 95-6194487 Phone: 818-901-4830 www.movinglivesforward.org In the event of questionable weather, please check our website or Facebook page to see if the event is cancelled.
FREE BUSINESS SUCCESS WORKSHOP Goodwill Southern California in partnership with Los Angeles Valley College presents: A free Business Success Workshop Creativity and Innovation for your Business Thursday, November 17 from 8am to 10am Goodwill Southern California Job Service Center 14565 Lanark St. Panorama City, CA Please call 818-782-2520 to Register Continental Breakfast provided, 8am to 8:30am, to pre-registered guests
-Network with San Fernando Valley Businesses and Goodwill recruitment team. -Develop ways to get into a creative mood -Improve your skill sin developing creative ways of seeing your business -Learn two ways to discover your real business problems -Master the SCAMPER technique to expand your ideas
Author and speaker Jim Martney has been a communications instructor at Los Angeles Valley College for more than 30 years. Highly entertaining, his style was once described in the Los Angeles Times as a "Phil Donahue approach to teaching." Jim has spoken nationwide and continues to be in high demand in Southern California.
PREGUNTA AL PSIQUIATRA (ASK THE PSYCHIATRIST) Session is in Spanish.
Venga y preguntele al psiquiatra sus preguntas o preocupaciones acerca de la salud mental. La Doctora sera Kristen Ochoa del Hospital Oliveview. Jueves, 17 de Noviembre de 6:30pm - 8:30pm NOTE CORRECTED ADDRESS: Penney Lane- Rainbow Room 15314 Rayen St. North Hills, CA
Para garantizar estacionamiento seguro cerca del edificio, por favor, llame: Penney Lane, (818) 894-3384, y deje su nombre.
YOUTH SUMMIT The Panorama City Neighborhood Council Presents\ “Preserving Families” Uniting Our Community Saturday, November 19, 2011 Workshops with Community Members, Service Providers, and Law Enforcement, aiming to solve youth violence.
Vista Middle School 15040 Roscoe Blvd. Panorama City, CA 91402 Open to the Public
Participants: - Communities In Schools - New Directions For Youth - More to be Announced
Key Note Speakers: Council Member Tony Cardenas, 6th District Council Member Richard Alarcón, 7th District - More to be Announced
Event Sponsors: Panorama City Neighborhood Council Mayor Villaraigosa’s Office Senator Alex Padilla, Senate District 20 Assembly Member Felipe Fuentes, 39th District Council Member Richard Alarcón, 7th District
1ST ANNUAL SYLMAR OLIVE FESTIVAL KICK-OFF Hosted by Don Neal, Jose Oliva,Sylmar Neighborhood Council, Sylmar Chamber of Commerce, Sylmar Woman’s Club, and Los Angeles Mission College Foundation
Please join us for a night of unlimited wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres at The Wine Cave in Montrose Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 6:00 P.M to 9:00 P.M The Wine Cave 2427 Honolulu Ave. La Crescenta, CA 91020 $40 Donation. Please make check payable to LAMC Foundation Tax ID # 95-2925621
ACORPORATION4LESS EVENT Learn The Difference Between Corporations, LLC's, Sole Proprietorships! Find out tax implications and other important information for your Small Business.
ACorporation4Less.com invites you to attend this free event to expand your familiarity with the following topics: business entities (e.g., corporations, sole proprietors, limited liability companies), various business taxes, licenses and permits. The workshop is designed to educate existing business owners, 1099 subcontractors and real estate agents. All entrepreneurs welcome. Don’t miss this networking opportunity!
Location: Los Tres Hermanos Restaurant 1049 San Fernando Rd. San Fernando CA 91340 Time: 9:00 a.m When: Tuesday November 29
Note: You pay for your own breakfast starting at $4.99. Plenty of free parkingoff of Truman and Maclay behind the mall. For Info call 818-361-3525 or email hector@acorporation4less.com
OLIVE VIEW COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH URGENT CARE CENTER OPEN HOUSE AND COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR Who is invited: Community Partners, Resources and Residents When: Wednesday, November 30th 2011, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Where: 14659 Olive View Drive, Sylmar, California 91342 RSVP: Please contact Genny Garcia at 818-485-0888 ext. 0835 or by e-mail: ggarcia@dmh.lacounty.gov by November 18th to reserve a table (tables and chairs provided)
‘LAS POSADAS’ PAGEANT COMING DECEMBER 10 TO HISTORIC ANDRES PICO ADOBE IN MISSION HILLS (WITH A VISIT FROM SANTA) Mission Hills, CA – A one-night Las Posadas (and visit from Santa) will be presented at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at the Andres Pico Adobe,10940 Sepulveda Blvd., Mission Hills (across from the Mission Hills Post Office at Brand Boulevard). Sponsored by the San Fernando Valley Historical Society (SFVHS), this community holiday event is free and open to the general public. Complimentary pan dulce and hot chocolate will be served.
Las Posadas is a traditional Christmas pageant that re-enacts Mary’s and Joseph’s search for shelter in Bethlehem before the birth of Jesus. It features an angel-led procession with lighted candles that follows “Mary and Joseph” from door to door as they are refused lodging for the night. With each refusal, a traditional song is sung by Franciscan nuns accompanied by musicians, and the couple wearily moves on to another door seeking shelter. The 177-year old Andres Pico Adobe, with its many doorways and luminarias-lighted pathways, is an excellent locale for the event and lends a wonderful ambience to the historic pageant.
Finally, the couple comes to rest in a stable where Jesus is born and swaddled in a feeding trough, or manger. Afterward, there is a celebration in the Adobe's courtyard with refreshments and a piñata-breaking party. This year the event will include La Mesa de Jesus (the table of Jesus), a tradition from northern Spain that features fresh fruits and nuts along with hot beverages and traditional pastries. A special appearance by Santa Claus is on the horizon, according to authorities close to the SFVHS celebration.
For additional information, please contact the San Fernando Valley Historical Society at 818-365-7810, or visit the Society’s Web site at http://www.sfvhs.com. (Please call to confirm performance should rain threaten this year.)
SOBER LINK SOBER HOLIDAYS CELEBRATION Sunday, December 11, 2011 from 11am to 5pm Valley Indoor Swapmeet 14650 Parthenia St. Panorama City, CA (Outdoor in the parking lot)
Health fair and toy giveaway In support of prevention and recovery from substance abuse and violence. Toys for children 3-11 years old.
BUREAU OF SANITATION 2012 "DISCOVER RECYCLING" OPEN HOUSE Please mark your calendars and plan to attend the Bureau of Sanitation 2012 "Discover Recycling" Open Houses!
Families, children and residents of all ages get a chance to meet Sanitation collection truck drivers and staff, enjoy truck demonstrations and facility tours as well as receive information about recycling and a host of Sanitation services.
The 2012 dates, locations and times are:
Saturday, April 28, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. East Valley District Yard, 11050 Pendleton Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352
Saturday, May 19, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. West Valley District Yard, 8840 Vanalden Avenue, Northridge, CA 91324
Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. North Central District Yard, 452 N. San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Saturday, June 9, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. South Los Angeles District Yard at The Expo Center, 3990 Menlo Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90037 (NE corner of Martin Luther King Blvd & Vermont Ave.)
Saturday, June 23, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Harbor District Yard, 1400 N. Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
Saturday, June 30, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. West Los Angeles District Yard, 2027 Stoner Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Below you will find some pertinent updates from the San Fernando Valley office of Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa. You will find information on the following:
---Mayor Villaraigosa announces the Launch of the Los Angeles Regional Export council ---Mayor Villaraigosa, LAWA Executive Director Gina Marie Lindsey: Making a Safe LAX the most secure in its class in the world ---Healthy Kids Fair ---Re-Power LA Community Townhall --- All Nations Korean Church Health and Safety Fair ---“Family Event on Environmental Awareness” ---The Future of your Downtown, a Public Forum ---Northeast San Fernando Valley Diabetes Awareness Forum ---Experience NOHO ---ICON CDC Free Workshops ---Pregunta al Psiquiatra (Ask the Psychiatrist) ---Sun Valley Homeless Resource Fair
Please contact us with any questions.
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THE LOS ANGELES REGIONAL EXPORT COUNCIL LOS ANGELES – Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced the launch of the Los Angeles Regional Export Council (LARExC) on Monday, a public-private partnership between government, business, and educational institutions that will coordinate export services in the Los Angeles region.
"We in Los Angeles are not waiting for Washington to create jobs," said Mayor Villaraigosa. "We are launching the Los Angeles Regional Export Council to help local businesses find the export assistance they need to grow their businesses and create new jobs."
The Export Council will streamline the region’s export support services and help LA businesses reach international markets where 95 percent of the world’s consumers will soon be located. Research indicates that every $1 billion in exports creates 5,500 jobs.
This public-private partnership will streamline the region’s export support systems by creating a single entry point for businesses interested in selling goods and services abroad. It will create a one-stop regional export web resource to connect small- and medium-sized businesses to the right export services. The Export Council will focus on firms that are already exporting, or have the capacity to start exporting, and will target a dozen key growth industries-- everything from fashion apparel to food processing to clean tech.
The Export Council is a collaboration of regional export service organizations including seven key partners: The Los Angeles Mayor’s Office, the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, the Centers for International Trade Development (CITD), the USC Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER), the UCLA Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER), the Port of Los Angeles, and Los Angeles World Airports.
The announcement of the Export Council took place at CR&A Custom Banner, a local company which currently does limited export business to Latin America and the Middle East. The Council will help companies like CR&A expand their international exports business and take advantage of growing markets abroad.
During his remarks on Monday, Mayor Villaraigosa recognized the Brookings Institution and its Metropolitan Export Initiative for understanding that the export promotion goals articulated by President Obama on the national level can only be achieved if metro economies like Los Angeles make a concerted effort to pursue export promotion locally.
“As we continue to face a weak economy, regional leaders have to leverage their key assets and develop strategies to better engage in the global marketplace if they want to succeed in creating jobs in the short term and transform their economies for the long term,” said Amy Liu, Co-Director and Senior Fellow, the Metropolitan Policy Program at the Brookings Institution. “This economic initiative will put Los Angeles and Southern California on that path to a more prosperous future.”
The Export Council is comprised of several programs to assist businesses with their export activities. The “MBA Export Champions” program connects local MBA students from the UCLA Anderson School of Management and USC Marshall School of Business with LA businesses to help export-ready firms in LA develop sound business plans and reach foreign markets. This is one of the programs made possible by a $320,000 grant from the Small Business Administration.
The Export Council will also work with groups like the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), a Korean trade group, to help train local businesses to take advantage of and understand free trade agreements.
The LA Regional Export Council is a core component of Mayor Villaraigosa's "partnering for economic growth" strategy.
Partnering for economic growth is one of the five steps that Mayor Villaraigosa is taking to put people to work. The five steps are: (1) reforming LA’s business tax; (2) reducing red tape; (3) partnering for economic growth; (4) modernizing LAX and the Port of Los Angeles; and (5) building a 21st century rail network.
The City is making major investments in LAX and the Port of Los Angeles to ensure that we maintain our edge as a hub of international trade.
In December, the Mayor departs on a trade mission where Port and LAWA executives will showcase LA's expanded capacity and opportunities for Asian exporters to grow their operations in Los Angeles with manufacturing space and increased movement of goods. During the trade mission, dozens of LA-based companies will showcase their goods and services to potential Asian investors and customers.
"During our upcoming trade mission we will help Los Angeles-based companies grow here at home by expanding their businesses in Asia," said Mayor Villaraigosa. "There is a growing market around the globe and we intend to help Los Angeles take advantage of it."
MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA, LAWA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GINA MARIE LINDSEY: MAKING A SAFE LAX THE MOST SECURE IN ITS CLASS AND IN THE WORLD LOS ANGELES — Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Los Angeles World Airports Executive Director Gina Marie Lindsey, and members of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Airport Security, released the findings of the panel's comprehensive security review of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and announced a ten point action plan for safety. The report finds that LAX is safer today than it was following 9/11 due in part to $1.6 billion that has been invested in public safety and security at the airport over the past ten years.
"This report confirms what we have known to be true: LAX is safe and is safer today than it was following 9/11," said Mayor Villaraigosa. "But I appointed this panel because we are committed to making LAX the safest, most secure airport in its class around the world. We have already implemented or are in progress of implementing a vast majority of the panel’s recommendations and we will be taking concrete steps to further enhance security and protect the flying public."
To stay on the cutting edge of best practices in airport security, the Mayor tasked the panel with conducting an independent, comprehensive review of security at LAX. The panel provided recommendations in five areas: Counterterrorism/Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, Fire Operations, and Information Technology. The vast majority of the recommendations have been completed or are currently in progress.
"The safety and security of everyone at LAX is my number one priority," said Gina Marie Lindsey, Executive Director Los Angeles World Airports. "We intend to remain a very safe and secure airport. To do so, we must be vigilant in our public safety efforts, evolve our security measures to meet emerging threats and constantly evaluate whether we are doing the right things in the right way. We have invested more than $1.6 billion to make LAX safer and more secure since 9/11. I will continue to work closely with the Board of Airport Commissioners to evaluate and consider the remaining recommendations. All of us at LAWA are committed to the mission to keep LAX safe and secure."
Focused on a commitment to make a safe LAX the most secure in its class and in the world, the Mayor announced an action plan to further improve security at LAX and address recommendations in the report. The plan calls for the hiring of a Deputy Executive Director for Public Safety; enhancing collaboration between LAPD and LAWAPD; updating emergency management procedures; improving physical security at the airport; continued focus on fire and safety operations; and coordination with partner agencies and entities at the airport.
Implementing one of the panel's main law enforcement recommendations, LAWA announced the hiring of Arif Alikhan as the new Deputy Director for Law Enforcement and Homeland Security. He will be charged with all security and public safety matters for LAWA and will work with LAPD and the other agencies responsible for security at the airport. Alikhan was mostly recently a Distinguished Professor of Homeland Security and Counterterrorism at National Defense University’s (NDU) College of International Security Affairs in Washington, D.C. Prior to this, he served as Assistant Secretary for Policy Development at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and as Deputy Mayor for Homeland Security and Public Safety for the City of Los Angeles.
The 27-member panel appointed by the Mayor last November included expert professionals from diverse fields including homeland security, law enforcement, academia, anti-terrorism, technology, and emergency management. The panel was chaired by Lourdes Baird, a retired federal judge.
“Throughout the process, the Panel found the airport to be safe and sought to provide recommendations to enhance it further,” said Lourdes Baird, retired US District Court Judge and Blue Ribbon Panel Chair. “It has been an honor to serve as Chair of the Blue Ribbon Panel and to work with this dedicated group of individuals. I am confident that the leaders at the airport will continue to make public safety their highest priority.”
“The recommendations are intended to enhance the existing security at LAX to ensure that it remains as one of the safest airports in the nation for the protection of the traveling public and the many stakeholders at the airport,” said Richard Drooyan, President of LAPD Commission and Blue Panel member. “We appreciate the cooperation of Los Angeles World Airports that we received and also its commitment to the implementation of these recommendations and to enhancing security at LAX.”
The Mayor also announced that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has awarded LAX $13.5 million in funding for an enhanced closed-circuit television (CCTV) system designed to strengthen security at the airport. The funding is part of a $36 million joint venture between TSA and LAX to upgrade and expand the airports camera network. CCTV systems are an integral part of security operations, acting as a force multiplier and providing threat detection and emergency response capabilities.
"The commitment the City of Los Angeles has demonstrated time and again to ensure the safety and security of its airport is unmatched," said TSA Federal Security Director Randy Parsons. "Under the leadership of the Mayor, the Blue Ribbon Panel has indicated we are on the right path, with more work to be done. As partners, TSA stands ready to continue our work with the City and is acting promptly by announcing approximately $13.5 million in funding for a joint-venture installation of an enhanced closed circuit television (CCTV) system designed to strengthen security at airport."
The City has continually invested in a number of security improvements since 9/11, totaling $1.6 billion:
- In January 2011, LAX opened a new, $13.9 million, state-of-the-art Airport Response and Coordination Center (ARCC) that is both a daily operations center, and an emergency operations center entitled the Incident Management Center (IMC).
- Automated Imaging Technology has been installed at every terminal to screen passengers for both metallic and non-metallic threats, including weapons, explosives or other items that may be concealed under a passenger’s clothes.
- LAWA is investing in an In-Line Baggage Handling & Screening System program will improve and automate the security screening of checked baggage at LAX terminals and will make travel through LAX safer, faster and convenient.
- LAX created a randomized vehicle check inspection process called ARMOR, acknowledged in aviation security as a best practice.
- Bollards and planter barriers have been installed at key locations within the Central Terminal Area to mitigate large vehicle devices from being able to drive up/over curbs and penetrate terminal areas.
- Through a joint LAPD/LAWAPD effort, there are more explosive detection canines at LAX than at any airport in the nation. Earlier this year, new canines were added to airport security that are able to detect persons carrying explosives, the first of their kind in the nation.
ClickHEREto read the full Blue Ribbon Panel report.
HEALTHY KIDS FAIR Presented by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Sigma Lambda Omega Chapter and Boys and Girls Club of San Fernando Valley
Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Boys and Girls Club of San Fernando Valley 11251 Glenoaks Blvd. Pacoima, CA
- Games and Prizes for Children - Workshops for Parents - Health/Safety Presentation - Galaxy Soccer Clinic - Healthy Cooking Demo - Hygiene Classes - Blood and Bone Marrow Drives - Diabetes and Cholesterol Screenings - Raffle Prizes - Healthy Snacks - Community Service Hours - Lots More! Grand Raffle Prizes – Two Bicycles
RE-POWER LA COMMUNITY TOWNHALLS Los Angeles Community Coalition Advocates for Good Jobs, Customer Utility Savings and Clean Energy RePower LA Seeks Community Input on Expanded Energy Efficiency Program Through Regional Town Halls
RePower LA – a new a broad‐based coalition of Los Angeles community organizations, environmentalists, labor, small businesses and faith‐based leaders advocating for an expanded energy efficiency program to save Angelenos money on their energy bills, reduce our dependency on dirty coal, and create local, career‐path jobs for LA’s hardest‐hit areas – is hosting town halls across Los Angeles in November and December.
The town halls will draw crowds of residents, small business owners, elected officials and other community stakeholders to talk about RePower’s proposed solutions to put Angelenos back to work and turn the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) into a greener, more modern utility.
During the town halls, attendees will hear from RePower LA Director Jessica Goodheart about the current problems facing LADWP’s energy use and its aging workforce. She’ll share RePower’s vision and proposed solutions to move LA toward a clean energy future while creating jobs for LA’s hardest‐hit communities. Other speakers will include representatives from the Sierra Club, current LADWP/IBEW Local 18 Utility Pre‐Craft Trainees, Neighborhood Council Representatives and other community group representatives.
“The town halls represent the broad coalition of community members coming together who want to see real change in the way Angelenos use energy,” says Kokayi Kwa Jitahidi, RePower LA organizer.
“The people at these events will represent the job seekers, residents, small business owners, environmental and faith leaders who will see the benefits of an expanded energy efficiency program.
Because the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is the largest municipality‐owned utility in the Country, it can serve as a model bringing an energy efficiency program to scale that focuses on greening an entire City, saving customers money on their utility bills and focusing on local jobs.”
“Through my involvement in Pacoima Beautiful’s Summer Institute, I've learned various measures to use water and energy more efficiently. I think it’s crucial for a city the size of Los Angeles to focus on better ways to use energy and do the right thing for our environment,” says David Rodriguez, Youth Pacoima Beautiful.
The town halls represent a series of meetings and convenings focused on bringing community together as part of RePower’s plan to gather input and educate the community on the need to create good jobs for Angelenos while also saving customers money on their bills, and getting Los Angeles off coal.
The town halls are open to the public and will provide an opportunity for question and answer. West LA Town Hall When: Thursday, November 3, 2011 6‐8 p.m. Where: Iman Center, 3376 Motor Ave. Los Angeles, CA Who: Presenters and Panelists Include: Rick Solis, Venice Community Housing Corporation; Jessica Goodheart, RePower LA Director; Gus Carona (Senior Assistant Business Manager), Saul Felomino (UPCT), IBEW Local 18; Eli Lipmen, Board Member Palms Neighborhood Council; Kathy Seal Sierra Club Member; Oscar Hernandez, Venice YouthBuild Member; Jessica Melton, Venice YouthBuild Member.
San Fernando Valley When:Saturday, November 5, 2011FROM 10 a.m. – noon Where: Pacoima Community Center, 11243 Glenoaks Boulevard, Pacoima, CA 91331 Who: Presenters and Panelists Include: Aura Vasquez, Sierra Club; Jessica Goodheart, RePower LA Director; ICON Community Development Corporation; Jameel Sutton, Steve Mata, LADWP/IBEW Local 18 Utility Pre‐Craft Trainee; Rosemary Jenkins, Board Member Sylmar Neighborhood Council; David Rodriguez, Pacoima Beautiful Youth Member; Kent Minault, Sierra Club Member; Shawn McCloud, Assistant Business Manager, IBEW Local 18.
South LA When: Thursday, November 10, 2011 6‐8 p.m. Where: Juanita Tate Elementary School, 123 W. 59th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003 Who: Presenters and Panelists Include: Lizette Hernandez‐Moore, Director Policy, Research & Innovation CD Tech; Jessica Goodheart, RePower LA Director; LADWP/IBEW Local 18 Utility Pre‐Craft Trainee; Noreen McClendon, Executive Director Concerned Citizens of South Central Los Angeles, Fanya Baruti, All of Us or None; CD Tech Youth Member; Edward Lee, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
ALL NATIONS KOREAN CHURCH HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR ALL NATIONS KOREAN CHURCH PRESENTS A PRE- THANKSGIVING HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR "EASTERN PHILOSOPHY MEETS WESTERN TECHNOLOGY WORKING TOGETHER TO HELP MAKE OUR COMMUNITIES HEALTHIER"
All Nations Korean Church, located at 10000 Foothill Blvd in Lake View Terrace, Ca, 91342 is having a health and safety fair at its beautiful campus located in the northeast San Fernando Valley. This event is free to the community. The date isSaturday, November 5, 2011, from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Before the advent of the scientific discoveries that laid the ground work for western medical technology, herbs provided relief for many illnesses. Many in the Korean community and others ethnic groups still use their native homeopathic remedies and eastern medical philosophy to treat their illness.
The All Nations Church believe that this health fair will offer the perfect opportunity to bring together eastern philosophy and western technology to show that there is room for both in the treatment of illnesses.
All Nations Church will be awarding 6 Scholarships to local students at this event.
“FAMILY EVENT ON ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS” Featuring: -Planting of Seeds & Flowers for the Family! -Creating Recycled Arts & Crafts! -Playing a Nature Memory Game! -Puppet Show for the Whole Family! -Raffles! -Snacks!
This event will be held on 3 consecutive Saturdays beginning late October & continuing through early November in Van Nuys, Canoga Park & Pacoima.10am to 5pm!
*November 5 NEW Academy Elementary School 21425 Cohasset Street Canoga Park, CA 91303
*November 12 Pacoima Neighborhood City Hall 13520 Van Nuys Blvd. Pacoima, CA 91331
THE FUTURE OF YOUR DOWNTOWN, A PUBLIC FORUM The City of Los Angeles invites you to THE FUTURE OF YOUR DOWNTOWN a public forum with Councilmember José Huizar on revitalizing neighborhoods with Bringing Back Broadway and the L.A. Streetcar
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2011 The Orpheum Theatre 842 S. Broadway
5:30pm - 6:30pm Project Open House • Mix & Mingle
6:30pm - 8:00pm Presentation • Panel Discussion
PANELISTS Dennis Allen • L.A. Streetcar Inc. Linda Dishman • Los Angeles Conservancy Ed Kelsey • League of Historic American Theatres Russell Brown • Historic Downtown Business Improvement District Melani Smith • Melendrez Design Partners Tom Rothmann • Los Angeles Department of City Planning Curt Gibbs • CRA/LA Robin Blair • METRO Karin Liljegren, AIA • Omgivning Architecture & Interior Design
MEDIA SPONSOR Los Angeles Downtown News
WITH SUPPORT FROM The Orpheum Theatre Clifton's Cafeteria Downtown L.A. Neighborhood Council Los Angeles Conservancy Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce L.A. Fashion Business Improvement District Historic Downtown Business Improvement District South Park Business Improvement District CRA/LA
NORTHEAST SAN FERNANDO VALLEY DIABETES AWARENESS FORUM Sponsored by LA City Councilmember Richard Alarcon
Thursday , November 10, 2011 from 8:30am-12:00pm Pacoima City Hall 13520 Van Nuys Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331 Please call to RSVP For more information contact us at818-485-0600
Topics: *Overview of Diabetes *Preventing and Managing Diabetes *Obesity in our Neighborhoods *Join the fight against Diabetes
EXPERIENCE NOHO WHAT: Experience NoHo is a FREE, multi-arts festival and celebration in the heart of the bustling NoHo Arts District, featuring live theater, dance, music, art, and food.
Outdoor stages will offer music and dance. Public art stations invite patrons to create their own art, and seven gallery installations to view. 15 NoHo theatres will offer free performances, and classes. Discounts and offerings from local restaurants and retailers. Come SEE, HEAR, TASTE… EXPERIENCE NOHO!
WHEN: Saturday, November 12, 2011 from 12-8 PM. WHERE: In the NoHo Arts District, spanning Lankershim Blvd. from Chandler Blvd. to just past Camarillo Blvd.; Magnolia Blvd. from Bakman Ave. to just past Vineland Ave. COST: ALL EVENTS ARE FREE! INFORMATION: www.experiencenoho.com
ICON CDC FREE WORKSHOPS This month, Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods (ICON CDC) will be offering several FREE workshops for entrepreneurs and small business owners. *FREE* Access to Capital SBA Loan Workshop English and Spanish Workshop: Tuesday, November 8th, 5:30pm - 7pm ICON CDC, 12502 Van Nuys Blvd, Ste 120, CA 91331 Guest speaker, Francisco de Vivo, business loan expert, will be teaching the rules of "The Game". Learn what banks really look for when evaluating a borrower and make your application for your small business successful!
*FREE* Market Your Business Workshop English and Spanish Workshop: Wednesday, November 9th, 5:30pm - 7pm ICON CDC, 12502 Van Nuys Blvd, Ste 120, CA 91331 Learn tips on how to grow your clientele and improve your sales. *FREE* Restaurant Cost Structure Workshop English and Spanish Workshop: Wednesday, November 16th, 5:30pm - 7pm ICON CDC, 12502 Van Nuys Blvd, Ste 120, CA 91331 The workshop will cover tools that will enable a restaurant owner to measure profitability on a weekly basis. Learn to manage and structure your food, labor and expenses! *FREE* Quickbooks Business Workshop English Workshop: Tuesday, November 22nd, 5:30pm - 7:30pm VAN NUYS CONSTITUENT CENTER:, 6262 Van Nuys Blvd, Room 1A, Van Nuys CA 91401 The workshop will include a presentation on the value of QuickBooks to your business, a discussion on financial reporting, tax reports to support tax preparation and MORE!
SEATING FOR WORKSHOPS IS LIMITED...Please RSVP ASAP! Remember: All workshops and services are FREE to Los Angeles businesses/residents with enrollment.
*Enrollment documents can be emailed or faxed to you in advance or may be filled out in person, prior to the workshop*
