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Month: July 2024

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Heat Wave for the West

A new heat wave is expected starting this weekend. Here are a couple of recommendations for high-temperature days:

Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated throughout the day.

If you must go out, plan your day to avoid going out during the hottest hours, and wear sunscreen. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothes, and wear a hat or use an umbrella.

Cars get very hot inside, even if the windows are ‘cracked’ or open. Never leave children or pets in cars. Call 911 if you see a child or pet in a car alone.

Beware of and know what to do for heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Call 911 right away if you see these symptoms: high body temperature (103°F or higher), vomiting, dizziness, confusion, and hot, red, dry, or damp skin. Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Additionally, the City of Los Angeles Climate and Emergency Mobilization has a one-stop shop to

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Public Comment for Housing Element Rezoning Program Draft Ordinances

On Thursday, July 25, 2024, Los Angeles City Planning held a virtual public hearing for the Housing Element Sites and Minimum Density Ordinance, and Resident Protections Ordinance. More information about the public hearing can be found on City Planning’s website here. Information on the draft ordinances can be found here.

Please note that feedback gathered at the hearing will be used to inform future revisions to the draft ordinances, and no decision will be made at the hearing. In addition to the public hearing, comments and questions may also be submitted by emailing housingelement@lacity.org. Please include the applicable case number in the subject line.

As a reminder, public comment will close on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

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Greater LA Vector Control Launches Summer Campaign

As temperatures soar in Los Angeles, so do the numbers of mosquitoes and their relentless, itchy bites. Recognizing mosquitoes’ impact on our daily lives, the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District (GLACVCD/District) has launched its summer campaign, “Safeguarding Public Health Since 1952,” with a focus on raising awareness and outreach of its services to Greater Los Angeles residents. Beyond enhancing visibility, the campaign aims to equip residents with effective measures to shield themselves and their community from mosquitoes. Click here to read more about the GLACVCD and learn more about ways to protect yourself from mosquitos.

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Governor Newsom Orders Dismantling of CA Homeless Encampments

The order comes less than a month after the Supreme Court reversed a ruling that prohibited cities from banning encampments.

Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a sweeping executive order yesterday to dismantle homeless encampments, impacting hundreds of thousands of people, the New York Times reported. This action follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that permits cities to ban sleeping outside in public spaces.

The June Supreme Court decision overturned a lower court ruling that had halted such bans, deeming them cruel and unusual. This change has led to diverse approaches to homelessness across the state.

“We have been hard at work to address this crisis on our streets,” Newsom said in a statement to The New York Times. “There are simply no more excuses. It’s time for everyone to do their part.”

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Office of the Mayors Crisis Response Team

Are you a compassionate Angeleno wanting to make a difference in your community? Join the Mayor’s Crisis Response Team (CRT)! CRT is committed to providing resources and support on scene to survivors of crime and crisis in the City of Los Angeles. CRT is currently accepting applications for the upcoming Fall Training Academy that begins September 17th and is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays for nine weeks at LAPD Elysian Park. Watch their video here: https://lacrt.org/about.

To fill out an application, visit https://lacrt.org/volunteer.

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Upcoming L.A. Sanitation Webinars on Proposed Sewer Service Increases

The City of Los Angeles is proposing to resume rate increases for the sewer service charge that were paused in 2020 because of the pandemic. This is necessary to protect Angelenos’ public health and the environment. The City currently offers financial assistance for the Sewer Service Charge to households in need and this assistance will continue for eligible households in need through the EZ-SAVE Program.

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Celebrate Independence Day Safely at a Public Fireworks Show or Drone Display

Think About Your Neighbors and Celebrate SAFELY This Year!

All fireworks, even the so-called ‘safe and sane’ variety remain illegal for personal possession or use in the City of Los Angeles. Attending a professional fireworks show or drone display is the safest and smartest way to celebrate Independence Day 2024.

Professional Fireworks Shows within the City of Los Angeles are added to the list below as LAFD permits are issued. If you are looking for shows outside the City of Los Angeles, in areas served by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, please visit fire.lacounty.gov.

NOTE: To confirm public admission, parking and other details, please follow the links below or directly contact the venue or organization hosting the show.

July 4, 2024

Atwater Village – The Messi Experience – 2800 Casitas Avenue
Downtown LA – Grand Park 4th of July Block Party 2024 and Drone Display (**No Traditional Fireworks**) – 200 N Grand Avenue
Elysian Park – Dodger Stadium – 1000 Vin Scully Drive
Hollywood – Hollywood Bowl – 2301 North Highland Avenue
Hollywood – Rocky + Fireworks – Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Marina del Rey – Fourth of July Fireworks Show – 13650 Mindanao Way
Pacific Palisades – 4th of July Fireworks Show at Palisades High School (Advanced Ticket Purchase Required) – 15777 Bowdoin Street
Porter Ranch – Shepherd of the Hills Church – 19700 Rinaldi Street
Woodland Hills – Bob Blumenfield’s 4th of July Extravaganza – 5800 Topanga Canyon Boulevard

July 5, 2024

Hollywood – Charlies Angels + Fireworks – Hollywood Forever Cemetery

July 6, 2024

Hollywood – Shrek 2 + Fireworks – Hollywood Forever Cemetery

What if you witness illegal fireworks use in the City of Los Angeles?

Report illegal fireworks directly to the Los Angeles Police Department at any hour, using their online fireworks complaint form at:

https://complaint.lacity.org/complaint/fireworks/

NOTE: The fireworks complaint form above is the most efficient way to notify the Police Department of illegal fireworks use. Only call 9-1-1 if someone is injured or there is an active fire.

What if I have fireworks?

The Los Angeles Police Department has a special process that allows you to surrender fireworks without penalty. To receive special guidance, please call the LAPD non-emergency number 1-877-ASK-LAPD. Do not transport fireworks anywhere, and do not bring them to a Police Station until you have received this special guidance.

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Proposed Sewer Service Charge Rate Increase

LA Sanitation is conducting public outreach efforts to inform communities across Los Angeles about the proposed Sewer Service Charge rate increase. We would like to give constituents a chance to ask questions and get information on available funding assistance for those in need.

Residents should start seeing outreach mailers in their mailboxes the first week of July. These mailers will contain information about two upcoming Zoom webinars about proposed sewer rate increases. The first webinar will be on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 9:30 A.M., and the second webinar will be on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 6:00 P.M.

Webinar 1 (07/20) registration link is here.
Webinar 2 (08/6) registration link is here.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PROPOSED INCREASED SEWER RATES

The City is proposing to resume Sewer Service Charge rate increases that were paused in 2020 because of the pandemic. This is necessary to protect Angelenos’ public health and the environment. Please know that assistance will be available for households in need.

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