Join us for an old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration and picnic, free to the public. This fun-filled event features The Accidentals, a vintage-vibe barbershop quartet, the Weinermobile, hot dogs and refreshments, a pie-eating contest, children’s games and much more. When: Friday, July 4, 2025 • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PMWhere: Petit Park (Open lawn adjacent […]

If you are between the ages of 16 and 25, and you live in the City of Los Angeles, you can apply to become a member of the Olivia E. Mitchell Youth Council, named for longtime City worker and exemplar of public service Olivia Mitchell. Two youth representatives will be chosen from each Council District, […]

Join Recreation and Parks for the second round of community meetings where you can get the inside scoop on the data being evaluated, share your ideas, and help shape the future of LA’s parks. Spanish translation and refreshments provided!  Click here to RSVP for one of the numerous upcoming meetings.

New Leadership at Office of Public Accountability The Los Angeles City Council has confirmed Tim O’Connor as the new Executive Director and Ratepayer Advocate of the Office of Public Accountability (OPA). His five-year term was approved on Tuesday following his appointment by the Mayor. OPA is an independent office created by the City Charter to […]

If you would like to give in-person feedback on Mayor Karen Bass’s proposed budget, you can speak at the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on Monday, April 28. This meeting is in-person only at City Hall in Downtown Los Angeles. You can view the meeting agenda, including time and location details, here. If you prefer, […]

The updated MyLA311 app was officially released on March 28 with a fresh new design and improved features to help you report City service requests more easily than ever. Submit service requestsBrowse the City Services DirectoryAvailable in multiple languages Download it now on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Learn more at myla311.lacity.org

Task Force to Focus on Los Angeles County and Six Other Southern California Counties U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli announced a new Homelessness Fraud and Corruption Task Force to investigate misuse of funds intended to fight homelessness in seven California counties: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. The task […]

To further engage the community and gather important feedback, LA Sanitation and Environment is hosting a second 30-minute virtual public meeting on this proposed ban. This follows our first meeting on March 26, which yielded valuable input. To ensure that those who were unable to attend our initial session have an opportunity to participate, we’ve […]

Students, parents, and LAUSD officials gathered on Tuesday, April 1, at John F. Kennedy High School in Granada Hills to celebrate a major step forward in the campus modernization project. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the opening of a new two-story classroom building. This building is the first phase of a larger campus renovation plan designed […]

On Tuesday, April 1, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted to create a new county department focused entirely on homelessness. The vote passed 4 to 0, with Supervisor Holly Mitchell abstaining. This major change shifts funding and control away from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), a joint agency between the City […]

The Los Angeles City Council will vote on Tuesday, April 1, on whether to use $15 million from the United to House LA Fund to support renters affected by the January wildfires. Measure ULA, passed by voters in November 2022, was created to support long-term affordable housing. The proposal would redirect part of that funding […]

The Los Angeles City Council approved a set of motions Wednesday aimed at strengthening protections for immigrants in response to increased federal enforcement efforts and threats to sanctuary cities. In a 10-0 vote, council members directed staff to report on new policies that would require businesses in Los Angeles to notify the city of any […]

A report recommending venue changes for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles is moving to the City Council for review and approval on Thursday. Officials say the adjustments will boost revenue and reduce financial risk for the city. On Wednesday, the Ad Hoc Committee on the 2028 Olympics and Paralympic Games, made […]

After debate and multiple amendments, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $637 million budget for homelessness services on Tuesday, March 25. The approved funds include: Over $535 million from the 2025–26 Measure A Comprehensive Homelessness Services budget $59 million in one-time carryover from Measure H $42 million from the State’s Homeless […]

Some relief is on the way for many California utility customers this April, but for most Angelenos—who get their electricity from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP)—the break will only apply to natural gas bills, not electricity. If you are a SoCalGas customer, you’ll see an $86.60 credit automatically applied to your […]

Join the South Coast AQMD Hearing Board for an Important Community Meeting Residents concerned about the Sunshine Canyon Landfill can join the upcoming status hearing by the South Coast AQMD Hearing Board. This meeting will review the progress on the Order for Abatement at Sunshine Canyon Landfill, addressing ongoing air quality and environmental concerns. Event […]

From the office of State Senator Henry Stern (CA District 27): We are excited to announce a call for artists within our district to submit their artwork for a special contest. The winning pieces will be proudly displayed in our Capitol office, showcasing the incredible talent from Senate District 27! This is an opportunity for […]

Keep Los Angeles clean and vibrant by using MyLA311! Whether it’s through the app, website, or simply calling 311, MyLA311 is the best and most direct way to report issues on our city streets including illegal dumping, potholes, graffiti, animal services, and so much more. The Board of Public Works is once again hosting MyLA311 […]

The Department of Recreation and Parks is launching the first phase of the Park Needs Assessment and they want to hear from you! This is your chance to get involved, share your thoughts and help shape the future of L.A's parks and recreational spaces. You can participate at needs.parks.lacity.gov or attend a live session... Saturday, March 8 10:00 […]

Dear Neighbors, Time is running out to file to run for a seat on the Granada Hills North Neighborhood Council! As a Neighborhood Council Board Member, you will have the opportunity to advocate for issues that matter most to you and your neighbors, advise your City Councilmember and other City leaders, and contribute to positive […]