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LA community food charity Project Angel Food expands leadership team
The 32-year-old food charity founded as an outreach program of the LA Center for Living has delivered 14+ million meals to sick Angelenos
HOLLYWOOD – The 32-year-old food charity founded by Marianne Williamson as an outreach program of the Los Angeles Center for Living during the height of the HIV/AIDS pandemic, has grown into a 501(3) nonprofit organization in Los Angeles County that has delivered almost 14 million meals to Angelenos too sick to shop and cook for themselves since 1989.
Project Angel Food, (PAF), serves the majority of Los Angeles County with South Los Angeles and Metro Los Angeles being the two largest service areas for the organization providing nutritional meals and counseling for people living with serious illnesses, such as cancer, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, and renal failure.
Over the past 6 years since 2015, Richard Ayoub has served as the organization’s Executive Director. When Ayoub signed on, the organization was $400,000 in debt. Under his leadership, the organization has flourished to meet the needs of L.A.’s critically ill, more than doubling its clients from 1,050 to over 2,400, its annual budget from $3.8 million to $8.3 million, and its staff from 31 to 75 full time employees.
“Through each challenge we have grown as the need. I’ve been inspired by the dedication of our staff, volunteers, community leaders and benefactors big and small who have stepped up to meet every obstacle with a resolve so powerful that the impossible became possible time and time again,” Ayoub said in a statement.
Currently PAF delivers 21,000 meals per week; has over 2,400 clients served per year; clocks in 42,000 volunteer hours invested per year; and there are 95,000 meals delivered per month, of which the non-profit offers 13 medically tailored menus.
On Wednesday PAF announced that Ayoub had been elevated to Chief Executive Officer.
Last month, the Board of Directors elected a new slate of executive officers including Tim Robinson, Chairman; Robin Fujimoto, 1st Vice-Chair; John Sonego, 2nd Vice-Chair; Charles Frazier, Treasurer; and Steven Entezari, Secretary. Jason Ball continues in a leadership role as Chair Emeritus.
Ayoub announced that the food charity is expanding its leadership team, adding Bill McDermott in the newly created role of Director of Special Projects. In this position, McDermott is responsible for exploring the possibilities of a much-needed expansion of Project Angel Food’s facilities, building a major donor program and a legacy program.
McDermott is known as one of the top fundraising professionals in the country; for the last two years he served as Chief Development Officer for GLAAD in New York City, and before that he led the development department of the Los Angeles LGBT Center, including management of their $74 Million dollar capital campaign.
“At this critical juncture in our history, I’m thrilled to have Bill join Mark McBride, Director of Philanthropy, and Mindy Glazer, Director of Institutional Giving and Strategic Partnerships in a development dream team to fund our vital work today and into the future,” Ayoub said in a statement.
Ayoub was raised in El Paso, Texas and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at El Paso and became an Emmy-award winning television and news executive producer in Texas, Arizona, Florida, and Los Angeles, where he was executive producer at KCAL9, KCBS2, and KABC7, in addition to the syndicated magazine show Extra.
Ayoub was Executive Producer of Project Angel Food’s 2020 and 2021 Lead with Love Telethons on KTLA 5.
He is a hands-on leader who frequently delivers meals, sometimes on his own, and sometimes with folks like Mayor Eric Garcetti, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Adam Lambert, or the Duke & Duchess of Sussex – Harry & Meghan, but he says that the real stars are Project Angel Food’s clients.
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LA County’s Justice, Care and Opportunities Department recently launched an innovative and voluntary residential job training program that offers a chance for justice-involved individuals to receive free certifications and hands-on training in fire services plus room and board, career counseling, life skills training and job placement assistance.
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Dine Out LA County
Los Angeles County currently offers Outdoor Dining for restaurants within unincorporated areas by permit. The LA County Department of Economic Opportunity, in collaboration with Public Works, Public Health, and Regional Planning, are currently developing a Permanent Outdoor Dining Program that will continue to benefit both businesses and patrons.
Restaurants in unincorporated Los Angeles County have opportunities to expand dining seating into the following areas:
- Private Walkways
- Private Parking Facilities
- County’s Road Right-of-Way (Sidewalks, Metered or Unmetered Parking Spaces, and Alleys)
To learn more about this program, register for community meetings, or apply for a permit, visit lacounty.pw/dining.
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Compact Mobile Food Operations Subsidy Program
The Department of Economic Opportunity will be supporting new and existing street vendors selling food with obtaining their Compact Mobile Food Operation (CMFO) permits. Through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, the Department of Economic Opportunity will subsidize up to 75% of the total cost of CMFO fees which may include a permit fee, plan check, site evaluation, and home inspection. The funds are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information on the CMFO program, visit opportunities.lacounty.gov. To register for an upcoming workshop, click here.
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Women’s History Month: Fun at the Library!
Celebrate the last week of Women’s History Month with LA County Library! There’s something for everyone – to find an event near you, or to learn more with a good book, visit lacountylibrary.org.
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During a recent LA County Pathway Home operation in Signal Hill and Long Beach, 60 people were moved off the streets and on to the road to permanent housing. To learn more about Pathway Home, click here.
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Veteran Women’s Month
LA County celebrates all the incredible women who have served our country with unwavering courage and dedication. From defending our freedoms to breaking barriers, women veterans have played pivotal roles in shaping history and paving the way for future generations.
CalVet is surveying women veterans to assess their needs, gain their perspective, collect valuable data and link to services. Your experiences matter, and your voice is invaluable. Request a survey link today!
Thank you for your service!
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HOP120: Home Ownership Program
LA County’s Home Ownership Program, HOP120, provides a second mortgage loan for first-time homebuyers with assistance up to $85,000, or 20% of the purchase price, whichever is less. The loan provides a down payment and/or closing cost assistance–secured with a Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. HOP120 loans are 0% interest loans with a deferred payment.
For more information, and to see if you qualify, click here.
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W.A.T.E.R. YOUTH PROGRAM
W.A.T.E.R. Youth Sailing Camp is back for Spring Break! Taught by LA County W.A.T.E.R. Program Lifeguards, LA County Beaches and Harbors is ready to bring exciting outdoor adventures to eager campers in Marina del Rey! Here are the details:
- Dates: March 26 – 29, 2024
- Times: 10 AM – 4 PM
- Cost: $300 for the 4-day session (Financial aid available for qualifying families.)
- Ages: 11 to 17
- Level: Beginning
Click here to learn more and sign-up.
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Spring has sprung at Descanso Gardens! Plan your visit today.
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LA County Chair appoints two Angelenos to LGBTQ+ commission
Chair Lindsey P. Horvath has appointed two LGBTQ+ trailblazers to the inaugural Los Angeles County LGBTQ+ Commission
LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Lindsey P. Horvath has appointed two Los Angeles LGBTQ+ trailblazers to the inaugural Los Angeles County LGBTQ+ Commission, created through a Board action last June.
At the March 19 meeting of the Board of Supervisors, the Board unanimously approved Supervisor Horvath’s two historic appointees: Alejandro Soria and Sydney Rogers, known as Miss Barbie-Q.
“I am so excited that Sydney Rogers and Alejandro Soria have accepted our invitation to serve Los Angeles County as the Third District’s inaugural LGBTQ+ Commissioners,” said Horvath. “Their expertise, lived experience, and passion for uplifting all of our LGBTQ+ family, especially in this difficult time, are needed now more than ever. I look forward to working together to deliver for our LGBTQ+ communities and to ensure Los Angeles County is a place where everyone is welcomed, supported, and empowered.”
Alejandro Soria is a licensed marriage and family therapist who spent his professional career working with and advocating for LGBTQ+ families and individuals in the San Fernando Valley. A resident of Sylmar, Alejandro currently is the Senior Director of Outpatient Mental Health at the Village Family Services. He also is a private practitioner in the City of San Fernando, providing therapeutic services to children and adults. He is happily married and lives with his husband in Sylmar and brings deep passion and knowledge of the San Fernando Valley’s LGBTQ+ community to all of his work.
“As a proud San Fernando Valley resident and proud member of our strong and resilient LGBTQ+ community, I am honored for the opportunity to serve my community on the inaugural LA County LGBTQ+ Commission. As a mental health clinician with years of service to San Fernando Valley families, I am eager to offer my services and expertise to deliver for our communities,” said Alejandro Soria.
Sydney Rogers, also known as Miss Barbie-Q, is an activist, entertainer, and social worker who currently serves as the Equity Manager of Community Programs at the Los Angeles LGBT Center and the Program Manager of the Trans Economic Empowerment Project. She identifies as a a long-term sober, formerly unhoused Black Trans Femme sex worker who has fought to bring visibility and understanding to the TGI community throughout Los Angeles County. She is the recipient of the 2023 Williams Institute/Trans Latina Coalition UniTy Community Leadership Award. Sydney has worked in Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Hollywood, and throughout the Third Supervisorial District of Los Angeles County.
“As anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and acts of violence increase day over day, I am grateful to Supervisor Horvath for recognizing the importance and necessity of uplifting Black and TGI voices at this critical time,” said Sydney Rogers. “As a drag artist and entertainer, our experiences in Los Angeles County matter. I am ready to bring my lived experience and that of so many others to LA County’s LGBTQ+ Commission, and it will be my priority to speak up for the most forgotten members of our community.”
The Los Angeles County LGBTQ+ Commission will be seated and hold its first meeting in the coming months.
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With the help of the American Rescue Plan, the LA County Library and the LA County Internal Services Department is working hard to provide access to the internet and technology for people who need it. Click the links below to learn more about these programs:
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March is Women’s History Month
This Women’s History Month learn more about LA County’s efforts to improve lives through the Women and Girls Initiative and the Commission for Women. And join LA County in celebration through the LA County Library‘s live virtual programming, booklists, digital resources for all ages, and the Natural History Museum‘s history of women in LA.
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Finding Affordable Housing
Looking for affordable housing in Los Angeles County? The Housing Resource Center is a tool to help people list and find affordable, special needs, accessible, and emergency housing within the County.
To learn more visit housing.lacounty.gov, or call (877) 428-8844 to get assistance.
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Parks After Dark is Back!
Parks After Dark returns for the spring season with FREE activities at 34 LA County Parks. Bring your family and friends and explore all the art and culture activities we have to offer. Dust off your dancing shoes and join us for a night full of music and dance and a variety of free activities for the whole family!
Click here to find a Parks After Dark location near you.
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From Castaic to Long Beach, from Malibu to Walnut, our dependence on artificial light has created a light dome that disrupts ecosystems, is harmful to human health and separates us from the galaxies that fill our skies. Watch this video to learn about what steps LA County is taking to mitigate this light pollution.
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Registration Now Open: Step Out | Walk to Stop Diabetes 2024
Register online now to join the American Diabetes Association® in Long Beach for this year’s Step Out® Walk. This fun and meaningful event is a perfect way to join the fight against diabetes, recognize people living with diabetes, and fundraise to support the mission of the American Diabetes Association®.
To learn more, or register to participate, please visit the Step Out Walk website.
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Digital Guide to LA County Services
Have a question about an LA County program or service, but don’t know who to contact? Check out the updated, digital Guide to LA County Programs & Services! The Guide to County Services is intended to help residents locate services and explore the departments and agencies that serve them.
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Calling All Women in Entrepreneurship!
Ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to new heights? Join LA County’s Women and Girls Initiative THIS FRIDAY as they kickstart Women’s History Month with the Women Entrepreneurs Social—an exclusive event designed to empower and equip women entrepreneurs in Los Angeles County.
The Women Entrepreneurs Social will be a dynamic gathering featuring networking opportunities, short presentations by successful female entrepreneurs, and an opportunity for attendees to give an elevator pitch of their businesses. The goal is to create a collaborative environment where women can share insights, build connections, and access valuable resources to advance their entrepreneurial endeavors.
Date: Friday, March 8th, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Walt Disney Concert Hall
To learn more, and register to attend, click here.
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Ballot-dropoff sites at Metro transit stations & free rides election day
Metro issued a map of its route lines which includes nine locations that have dropoff boxes for ballots. The free rides include buses & trains
LOS ANGELES – On Primary Election Day which is next Tuesday March 5, the Los Angeles area regional transit agency Metro is again offering free public transit rides on Election Day to help voters reach the polls.
Metro issued a map of its route lines which includes nine locations that have dropoff boxes for ballots. The free rides include all Metro buses, trains, bike share and Micro rideshare.
On Election Day – Tuesday March 5 – polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. but the free rides continue until midnight.
The Super Tuesday ballot includes the presidential race, California’s U.S. Senate seat, multiple seats in Congress and many local races and measures.
🇺🇸 Free rides Tuesday to help you reach the polls!
— Metro Los Angeles (@metrolosangeles) March 1, 2024
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📱 Plan your trip at Google/Apple maps, https://t.co/uQLolAJyCL
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RIDE FREE ON METRO ON ELECTION DAY TUESDAY!
ballot dropoff at 9 stations http://mtro.la/fw2F50QK2SN
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polling locations etc http://lavote.gov
Voters can safely and securely drop off their ballots at these Metro station Vote-by-Mail drop boxes:
- El Monte Bus Station
- Harbor Freeway Station
- Harbor Gateway Transit Center
- Hollywood/Western Station
- North Hollywood Station B
- Norwalk Station
- Westlake/MacArthur Park Station
- Wilshire/Vermont Station
- Union Station (East Portal)
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Connie Norman Trans Center is first voting center in a trans space
Connie Norman Transgender Empowerment Center prepares to open as a voting place Saturday for Los Angeles County primary voting
By Paulo Murillo | LOS ANGELES – California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis and Los Angeles City Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky paid a visit to the Connie Norman Transgender Empowerment Center (CONOTEC) on Thursday morning, joining FLUX, the Unique Women’s Coalition (UWC), and the Human Rights Campaign in commemorating a historic moment.
The center has made U.S. history by becoming the nation’s first Vote Center situated within a Transgender establishment. The center prepares to open as a voting place Saturday for Los Angeles County primary voting.
FLUX’s Queen Victoria Ortega, UWC’s Queen Chela Demuir, Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, and the Lieutenant Governor marked this milestone by announcing that CONOTEC would open its doors to all Los Angeles County voters from Saturday, March 2, through primary election day on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.
Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis expressed, “The opening of the nation’s first transgender voting center today in Los Angeles marks a significant milestone in our efforts to champion equity, inclusivity, and LGBTQA+ rights in California. By providing a safe and affirming space for the transgender community to exercise their fundamental right to vote, we are breaking down barriers and ensuring every Californian has equal access to the ballot box.”
Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky added, “I couldn’t be prouder that L.A.’s Fifth Council District is now home to the first voting center in the Nation located in a transgender facility. As extremists across the country continue their endless attacks on both the LGBT Community and our democracy, Los Angeles must stand as a beacon of hope. I want to thank CONOTEC for opening this voting center and for the critical work they do every day to support the needs of the Los Angeles transgender and nonbinary community.”
California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis and LA City Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky joined FLUX, Unique Woman’s Coalition, and Human Rights Campaign at Connie Norman Transgender Empowerment Center today as it prepares to open Saturday for Los Angeles County primary voting
Queen Victoria Ortega, international president of FLUX, stated, “Fighting to provide a safe and welcoming place for our transgender and non-binary siblings is exactly why the Connie Norman Transgender Empowerment Center exists. We will continue to work towards equality for all.”
Queen Chela Demuir of UWC echoed, “We have reached out to our transgender community across Los Angeles County, encouraging them to join us to vote here at the Connie Norman Transgender Empowerment Center. This is our home. This is their home. Everyone is welcome here. Come and cast your ballot and do your civic duty to make your voice heard.”
In Los Angeles County, voters can cast their ballot at any Vote Center, irrespective of their residential address. Dean Logan, Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk, highlighted, “Our vote center model gives us the flexibility to locate vote centers in facilities and communities that give voters options that convey the significance of being heard through the act of voting.”
Voter registration services are available at all vote centers, and voters can drop off their voted mail ballot at any vote center as well.
Brian Michael Smith, actor from 911 Lone Star and Human Rights Campaign Board Member, stated, “The Human Rights Campaign is proud to stand with and assist Queens Victoria and Chela as they do critical work of fighting for Equality for all – without exception. Part of that equality includes having a safe space for voting in your community.”
The Connie Norman Trans Empowerment Center, named in honor of Connie Norman, the ‘AIDS Diva,’ a fearless Transgender and AIDS activist who passed away in 1996, opened on September 10, 2021.
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Paulo Murillo is Editor in Chief and Publisher of WEHO TIMES. He brings over 20 years of experience as a columnist, reporter, and photo journalist.
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The preceding article was previously published by WeHo Times and is republished with permission.
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The Los Angeles County Registrar/Recorder-County Clerk is prepared for Tuesday’s presidential primary election with a brand-new facility to process ballots.
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Early Voting Now Open!
119 Vote Centers are now open for you to vote early ahead of the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election. Vote Centers will be open daily from 10 AM to 7 PM to vote in person.
A full list and map of Vote Center locations is available online at LOCATOR.LAVOTE.GOV.
Voters can visit any location to vote or drop off their ballot.
First-time voters who missed the registration deadline can visit any Vote Center, complete a Conditional Voter Registration, and cast a ballot in this election. Voters can also update their registration information, including their party affiliation, to receive their preferred party’s ballot or request a crossover ballot.
The ballot in this election is extensive and includes contests and candidates from the neighborhood and local levels through state offices, measures, and federal representatives. Voters are encouraged to review their ballot carefully and vote early.
Learn more at plan.lavote.gov.
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Free Tax Prep LA
Tax season is here! Start preparing to file your taxes with the help of Free Tax Prep LA. The program aims to educate and provide money-saving tax services, supported by various organizations including the Community Investment for Families Department – City of Los Angeles, Consumer & Business Affairs – Los Angeles County, Koreatown Youth and Community Center, and United Way of Greater Los Angeles. Eligible participants can access cashback tax credits and stimulus payments, potentially totaling up to $10,000, including Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, CalEITC, and federal stimulus payments.
Visit Free Tax Prep LA for more information.
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Find Arts and Culture Near You!
As the creative capital of the world, Los Angeles County is home to amazing art and cultural treasures! To help LA County community members get involved in local arts and culture experiences, the LA County Department of Arts and Culture created the Arts and Culture Near You Map. In it, you’ll find amazing arts and culture spots all over the County to explore, and you can also add your own favorites—a theater, museum, dance studio, music venue, or an organization where you engage in the arts.
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LA County sues Grubhub alleging deceptive business practices
Lawsuit seeks to hold Grubhub accountable for business practices that deceive & overcharge consumers, exploit drivers & restaurants
LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit yesterday against food delivery company Grubhub alleging false and deceptive advertising, misrepresentation and unfair business practices that financially harm consumers, delivery drivers and restaurants.
“This lawsuit sends a clear message: Los Angeles County will not tolerate businesses that deceive consumers, take advantage of restaurants, and exploit the drivers who work hard to provide a valued service,” said Los Angeles County Board Chair Lindsey P. Horvath. “Our County Counsel and Department of Consumer and Business Affairs are standing up for consumers and businesses by fighting these unfair practices.”
The lawsuit alleges that Grubhub engages in the following unfair and deceptive business practices and seeks statewide relief to stop these violations:
Harm to Consumers
- Deceptively advertises that consumers can place delivery orders online “for free” but then charges consumers fees on those orders at check-out.
- Uses bait-and-switch tactics to lure consumers with a flat, unqualified price for delivery upfront while adding deceptively labeled “service,” “small order” and “driver benefits” fees at checkout. In some cases, the costs of the fees exceed the cost of the food item ordered.
- Misrepresents restaurant search results on its apps and websites, telling consumers that the search results are based on relevance to the consumer’s query (e.g., “Chinese food near me”), when in fact, the results and rankings are based in part on how much restaurants have paid Grubhub for placement.
Harm to Drivers
Grubhub misrepresents the qualities, characteristics and scope of the “Driver Benefits Fee,” which Grubhub charges consumers in connection with Proposition 22. Grubhub deceptively implies that the fee provides healthcare benefits to drivers and that consumers no longer need to tip their drivers because “they don’t have to depend on tips.”
Harm to Restaurants
Grubhub deceptively and unilaterally charges restaurants for customer refunds, which Grubhub issues without restaurants’ consent, and without verifying whether the customer or the restaurant was responsible.
“The deceptive and excessive fees charged by Grubhub at checkout blatantly undermine our goal of promoting a fair marketplace where businesses, employees and consumers can thrive,” said Rafael Carbajal, Director of the LA County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs. “These practices inflict financial harm on LA County’s residents, restaurants and workers and are unacceptable while so many of them struggle to make ends meet.”
Consumers, drivers and restaurants who believe they have been harmed by Grubhub’s actions are invited to share their experiences with DCBA by emailing: [email protected], filing online at https://iddweb.isd.lacounty.gov/dca_ecomplaint/ or calling 800-593-8222.
The lawsuit, filed by Los Angeles County Counsel Dawyn R. Harrison on behalf of the people of the State of California in response to complaints from consumers and restaurant owners, seeks injunctive relief to stop the unfair and deceptive business practices, and civil penalties. County Counsel’s Affirmative Litigation and Consumer Protection Division has retained the law firm of Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC to assist on this case.
“Our lawsuit seeks to hold Grubhub accountable for their unfair and deceptive business practices that deceive and overcharge consumers, exploit drivers, and unfairly short-change restaurants on order refunds,” Harrison said. “My office is committed to protecting County workers and residents and holding businesses accountable for violations of consumer and worker protection laws.”
The lawsuit was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, and a copy of the complaint is available here: LA County Grubhub Complaint-Redacted.pdf.
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Lights, camera, nostalgia! The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in the heart of Los Angeles’ Miracle Mile is the perfect destination for movie buffs with special exhibitions and a permanent collection taking viewers behind the scenes into how cinema magic is made.
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Calling All Property Owners and Managers
If you have a vacant residential building or apartment units available, there is a fast and simple way to find qualified renters. LeaseUp is the go-to service for people leasing properties across LA County. LeaseUp is an initiative from the PATH non-profit organization that partners with service providers and property owners, developers, and managers in order to quickly fill vacancies and help those at risk of homelessness find and maintain housing.
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Grants Available for First-time Homebuyers
The Department of Consumer and Business Affairs and LA County Center for Financial Empowerment has launched the County of Los Angeles Greenline Home Program which aims to tackle the legacy of redlining. The goal is to empower and uplift economically marginalized communities. $35,000 grants will be available for first-time homebuyers living in LA County.
To learn more about eligibility requirements visit dcba.lacounty.gov/greenline.
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Rise, Reclaim, Restore
Teens are invited to join the LA County Department of Public Health at the Rise, Reclaim, Restore Youth Mental Health Summit. Through engaging workshops and interactive activities, these summits will equip young people with the tools to navigate their mental well-being, support their friends, and become leaders in their schools. Together, we will explore strategies for self-care, coping mechanisms, and building resilience.
Youth who attend will be eligible for raffle prizes, freebies, and community service hours! Click here to learn more.
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