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You’re Invited to the Grand Opening of the Harbor Gateway Office!

Join Councilmember Tim McOsker for the grand opening of the new Harbor Gateway Office! Mark your calendar for an afternoon of community celebration, connection, and excitement as we unveil this fantastic new resource for our neighborhood.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, March 29
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: 970 W. 190th St. Suite 150, Los Angeles, CA 90502

Meet Councilmember Tim McOsker and connect with your community at this special opening. Discover what the Harbor Gateway Office has to offer and how it aims to serve our community better. We look forward to celebrating this new space with you!

Mark your calendar, and we’ll see you there!

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How to Register to Vote in the Neighborhood Council Board Election

Your vote is your voice, and you can use it to help shape the future of your community. Voter registration is officially open for Neighborhood Councils serving the Harbor Area, including Harbor Gateway North. Neighborhood Councils are a hyper-local form of government that work to ensure the City of Los Angeles is responsive to the needs, challenges, and aspirations of YOUR neighborhood.

If you live, work, rent or own property, worship, attend school, or are a vested community stakeholder in the Harbor Gateway North area, you can vote in the upcoming Neighborhood Council elections.

Neighbors need to register to vote every Neighborhood Council election cycle, so even if you voted in the 2023 Neighborhood Council elections, you need to make sure you register with the Los Angeles Office of the City Clerk to receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the Neighborhood Council elections.

Voter registration for your vote-by-mail ballot has opened and will remain open until March 16.

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105 ExpressLanes Project – Upcoming Construction

LA Metro has provided us an update of upcoming construction work activities being planned in the area. After the completion of the current freeway roadway restriping activities and placement of concrete barrier along the freeway, major construction activities are in anticipated in the area soon.  

Project Background: The I-105 ExpressLanes Project will convert the existing HOV Lanes into two ExpressLanes in each direction from Sepulveda Blvd to Studebaker Rd. This project will be completed in 3 segments. Segment 1, between Sepulveda Blvd and Central Ave, will undergo major construction first.

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MyLA311 Week: Report Issues & Keep Los Angeles Clean

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 Week to encourage residents to use the service and come together to ensure neighborhoods know about this critical tool. Get started by visiting myla311.lacity.org, or visiting the App Store or Google Play to download the app, or by calling 311.

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Conozca Sus Derechos: Recursos para Personas Indocumentadas

Todos tienen derechos constitucionales, sin importar su estado migratorio. Es fundamental saber cómo ejercerlos.

Qué Hacer Si ICE Intenta Ingresar a Su Casa o Vehículo

  1. Cree un plan de preparación familiar con la información de contacto de su abogado, proveedores de cuidado infantil y otros apoyos.
  2. No abra la puerta si un agente de inmigración está tocando. Pida ver una orden judicial a través de la ventana o debajo de la puerta.
  3. Tiene derecho a permanecer en silencio—no responda preguntas. Llame a la línea directa de CHIRLA al 888-624-4752 si necesita orientación.
  4. Tiene derecho a hablar con un abogado.
  5. Nunca lleve documentación falsa, ya que es un delito.

Para más información, visite el Departamento de Inversión Comunitaria para Familias de la Ciudad de Los Ángeles.

[Tarjeta Conozca Sus Derechos – Español (PDF)]

[5 Cosas Que Hacer Si ICE Intenta Ingresar – Spanish]

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Know Your Rights: Resources for Undocumented Stakeholders

Everyone has constitutional rights, regardless of immigration status. It’s important to know how to exercise them.

What to Do If ICE Tries to Enter Your Home or Vehicle

  1. Create a family preparedness plan with contact information for your lawyer, childcare providers, and other support.
  2. Do not open the door if an immigration agent is knocking. Ask to see a warrant through the window or under the door.
  3. You have the right to remain silent—do not answer any questions. Call the CHIRLA hotline at 888-624-4752 if you need guidance.
  4. You have the right to speak with a lawyer.
  5. Never carry false documentation, as it is a crime.

For more information, visit the City of Los Angeles Community Investment for Families Department.

[Know Your Rights Red Card – English (PDF)]

[5 Things to Do If ICE Tries to Enter – English]

Relief Grants Available for Small Businesses & Workers Impacted by Wildfires

Relief Grants for Small Businesses and Workers Affected by Wildfires

Financial Assistance Available for Recovery

Small businesses and workers impacted by recent wildfires in Los Angeles now have access to financial relief. The City of LA, in partnership with the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), has launched the LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds to support those affected.

Grant Opportunities

Eligible businesses and nonprofits can receive up to $25,000 in grants, while displaced workers may qualify for $2,000 in cash assistance. These funds aim to provide immediate financial support to help recover from economic setbacks caused by the wildfires.

Application Deadline

Grant applications are currently open and will close on February 24, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Small business owners and workers in the City of LA can receive assistance with their applications through WorkSource Centers and BusinessSource Centers.

How to Contribute

Philanthropic donations are welcome to expand relief efforts. Those interested in contributing can visit lacounty.gov/relief to support small businesses and workers in need.

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Heavy Rainstorm to Hit Southern California Wednesday Through Friday, Raising Flood and Mudslide Concerns

Storm to Bring Heavy Rain, Potential Mudslides, and Flooding to Burn Areas

Southern California residents are bracing for a powerful storm expected to bring significant rainfall between Wednesday and Friday. The storm poses a heightened risk of mudslides and debris flows in areas recently scorched by wildfires.

Flood Watches in Place for Burn Scar Areas

The National Weather Service has issued flood watches from 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, to 4 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, for areas affected by recent fires, including the Eaton, Palisades, Franklin, and Bridge fire burn scars. These locations are at high risk for flash flooding and debris flows due to the lack of vegetation, which reduces the soil’s ability to absorb water.

Rainfall will begin Wednesday night with light showers, intensifying late Thursday into Friday.

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How to register to vote in the Neighborhood Council Board election

Your vote is your voice, and you can use it to help shape the future of your community. Voter registration is officially open for Neighborhood Councils serving the Harbor Area, including Harbor Gateway North. Neighborhood Councils are a hyper-local form of government that work to ensure the City of Los Angeles is responsive to the needs, challenges, and aspirations of YOUR neighborhood.

If you live, work, rent or own property, worship, attend school, or are a vested community stakeholder in the Harbor Gateway North area, you can vote in the upcoming Neighborhood Council elections.

Neighbors need to register to vote every Neighborhood Council election cycle, so even if you voted in the 2023 Neighborhood Council elections, you need to make sure you register with the Los Angeles Office of the City Clerk to receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the Neighborhood Council elections.

Voter registration for your vote-by-mail ballot has opened and will remain open until March 17.

Register to vote in one of six ways:

1) attend our Voter Registration event on Sat. February 1 from 10 am to 2 pm at 555 W. Redondo Beach Blvd., Gardena, CA 90248 (between Figueroa Street and the 110 freeway)

2) online via the City Clerk portal: https://clerkappsele.lacity.org/NCElection/login

3) complete a paper registration form, copy your photo ID or other required documentation of your stakeholder status and mail to the City Clerk-Election Division, 555 Ramirez Street-Space 300, Los Angeles, CA 90012

4) complete a paper registration form, take a photo of your photo ID or other required documentation and email to the City Clerk at clerk.electionvbm@lacity.org

5) complete a paper registration form, take a photo of your photo ID or other required documentation and fax to the City Clerk at 213-978-0376

6) call the City Clerk for assistance: 213-978-0444 or email clerk.election@lacity.org or contact our office or email us for assistance: 310-768-3853 info@harborgatewaynorth.org

Neighborhood Council Voter Registration form – ENGLISH

Neighborhood Council Voter Registration form – SPANISH

other languages are available on the City Clerk’s Neighborhood Council Election website

More details on how to register to vote and types of documentation needed can be found here

A list of our candidates can be found here and then select Harbor Gateway North from the pull-down menu.

Four Board seats are contested. An online Candidate Forum will be held on Wed. February 12 or Thurs. February 13 at 7 pm via Zoom–more details to come. The recording of the Candidate Forum will also be posted to our website.

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Supporting Our Community During the Wildfire Crisis

We want to take a moment to thank our first responders, activists, and community members for stepping up during this challenging time. Your efforts—whether through resource-sharing, outreach, or direct action—are truly making a difference and show the strength and resilience of our community.

With so much information circulating, we’ve compiled a list of resources to help navigate available options. While this list isn’t exhaustive, we hope it serves as a helpful starting point for you, your loved ones, or anyone in need.

If further assistance is needed, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Start Here

Use these resources to guide your board’s efforts in utilizing emergency funds, or reach out to local shelters and organizations to offer support.

  • Mutual Aid LA (MALAN): The MALAN team maintains a regularly updated Google Sheet with available resources for those affected by the fires, including volunteer opportunities and donation needs. Access the MALAN Fire & Wind Storm Resources here.
  • LA Fires | Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer for events from January 10–12, 2025. Sign up here.
  • Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: They are accepting food donations and volunteers. Learn how to help here.
  • How to Help: Read this guide on how to support without overwhelming organizations.

Resources for Evacuees and First Responders

This evening, the Los Angeles Fire Department issued a number of mandatory evacuation orders and warnings for parts of Encino, Tarzana, and Woodland Hills. If you are in a mandatory evacuation zone, please stay calm, gather your essentials, and follow official instructions to ensure your safety and the safety of your loved ones. If you receive an evacuation warning, please prepare to quickly evacuate if ordered to do so.

Nearby Shelters

  • Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Recreation Center – 14201 Huston St, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  • Lanark Park – 21816 Lanark St, Canoga Park, CA 91304
  • Calvary Community Church, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA 91362
  • Ritchie Valens Recreation Center – 10736 Laurel Canyon BLvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
  • Pan Pacific Recreational Center – 7600 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
  • Westwood Reaction Center – 1350 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
  • Pasadena Civic Auditorium – 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
  • Stone Recreation Center – 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025

Nearby Animal Shelters

  • (Small animals) El Camino Real Charter High School – 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  • (Small animals) Agoura Animal Care Center – 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
  • (Large animals) Pomona Fairplex 1101 W McKinley Ave. Pomona
  • (Large animals) Industry Hills Expo 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry, CA 91744
  • (Large animals) Antelope Valley Fair 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster, CA 93536

Other Resources

  • Evacuation Centers and Shelters: Locate shelters through the American Red Cross Shelter Finder. Airbnb is also offering free stays in partnership with 211 LA.
  • Free Child Care & Temporary Evacuation Sites: YMCA centers are open as evacuation sites, providing shelter, showers, and basic amenities for first responders and displaced families.
    • Koreatown YMCA: 433 S. Vermont Ave.
    • Westchester YMCA: 8015 S. Sepulveda Blvd.
  • Free Meals: Many LA restaurants are offering free meals to first responders and evacuees. See the growing list here.
  • Animal Shelters: Emergency shelters for displaced pets need volunteers and donations. Visit LA County Animal Care & Control.
  • Showers & Amenities: Planet Fitness is providing free access to facilities, including showers, locker rooms, and Wi-Fi, for wildfire-affected residents and first responders until January 15. No membership required.
  • Pro Bono Therapy: Free therapy services are available for those affected by the fires. Please share this resource.
  • Photo Recovery: Chatbooks is offering free reprints of photos lost in the fires. Contact them at support@chatbooks.com or through their social media.

Disaster Assistance

  • FEMA Assistance: Apply for FEMA disaster support here.
  • Red Cross Safety Updates: To check on loved ones or report your safety, call the Red Cross at (800) 675-5799.
  • Crisis Counseling: The SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 crisis counseling at 1-800-985-5990.
  • Support for Children: Project Camp is hosting pop-up day camps for kids affected by the fires. Learn more or donate here.

Safety Guides and Resources

  • Wildfire Smoke Protection: Learn how to protect yourself from smoke here.
  • Wildfire Smoke Safety Toolkit: Access the CEMO Safety Toolkit.
  • Air Quality Tracking: Monitor air quality through AirNow.gov or the IQAir App.
  • Water Safety:
    • LADWP issued a 48-hour boil water advisory for Pacific Palisades (90272).
    • Pasadena has a “Do-Not-Drink Water Notification.”
    • Track updates here.
  • Conserve Water: The LAFD is using our urban water supply to fight fires. Help conserve by running full loads of laundry and dishes and turning off taps when not in use.
  • Evacuation Preparation: Find detailed evacuation guides at ReadyForWildfire.org, including their Go! Evacuation Guide.

Evacuation Resources

This evening, the Los Angeles Fire Department issued a number of mandatory evacuation orders and warnings for parts of Encino, Tarzana, and Woodland Hills. If you are in a mandatory evacuation zone, please stay calm, gather your essentials, and follow official instructions to ensure your safety and the safety of your loved ones. If you receive an evacuation warning, please prepare to quickly evacuate if ordered to do so.

Nearby Shelters

  • Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Recreation Center – 14201 Huston St, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  • Lanark Park – 21816 Lanark St, Canoga Park, CA 91304
  • Calvary Community Church, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA 91362
  • Ritchie Valens Recreation Center – 10736 Laurel Canyon BLvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
  • Pan Pacific Recreational Center – 7600 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
  • Westwood Reaction Center – 1350 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
  • Pasadena Civic Auditorium – 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
  • Stone Recreation Center – 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025

Nearby Animal Shelters

  • (Small animals) El Camino Real Charter High School – 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  • (Small animals) Agoura Animal Care Center – 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
  • (Large animals) Pomona Fairplex 1101 W McKinley Ave. Pomona
  • (Large animals) Industry Hills Expo 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry, CA 91744
  • (Large animals) Antelope Valley Fair 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster, CA 93536

We’re in This Together

Our collective strength and resilience make a difference. Let’s continue supporting one another through this challenging time.

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