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LA County Probation Oversight Commission releases report on education

“The youth in our juvenile halls and camps deserve classrooms that promote learning, healing, and successful re-entry into the community”

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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Probation Oversight Commission presented and unanimously accepted a report on the state of education in Los Angeles County Probation juvenile halls and camps at a public special meeting today that highlighted four key findings from quality of instruction to staffing.

Commissioners shared their observations, findings, and recommendations based on months of classroom observations of interviews with staff, students, and education advocates in the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) juvenile court schools.

The report describes four key findings, explained through individual anecdotes and overall observations:

  • Most classrooms lack a culture of learning
  • The quality of Instruction is generally far below expectations
  • Staffing of classrooms creates barriers to learning
  • A few on-site school leaders exhibited the ability and intent to Improve Instruction

First District Supervisor Hilda Solis, along with education advocates from around the County and young people who were formally incarcerated, asked the Probation Oversight Commission to be the “eyes and ears” of the public on this issue to address significant concerns echoed by the public and by the Department of Justice in a 2021 settlement agreement.

In keeping with the Commission’s role as a Civilian Oversight body, the report does not reflect a technical or scientific evaluation of education in Los Angeles juvenile court schools. Instead, the report offers thoughtful observations of Commissioners and staff, with varying levels of experience and expertise in education, who endeavored to be objective and fair and make findings based on educational practices and norms they would consider acceptable for their own children and for young people who have experienced high levels of trauma and educational disruption.

The chair of the Commission’s Programs & Services subcommittee, Sean Garcia-Leys, said he hopes the report “helps focus County departments and all stakeholders on making student engagement the number one priority for improving the education of our incarcerated youth.”

The recommendations in the report include:

  • Empower effective principals, teachers, and youth to collaborate with each other and the public to lead site-specific improvement efforts.
  • Encourage students to bring their authentic selves to their academic work.
  • Integrate arts, cooperative learning, project-based learning, and cultural relevance into classroom instruction.
  • Give more weight to educational needs when balancing education and safety.
  • Take better advantage of low staff-to-student ratios in lesson-planning
  • Ensure that the new secure track facility begins with the best possible educational program.
  • Make public all documents related to the Probation Department and LACOE’s agreement with the California Department of Justice.

Many members of the public addressed the Commission at the meeting, sharing concern, but not surprised about the findings and recommendations. While there was broad agreement that the carceral setting in a juvenile hall or camp is not conducive to the educational needs of youth, the report indicates multiple areas of achievable improvement.

The Commission will continue to engage the public on this issue and push for much-needed improvements and accountability in the classrooms of LACOE’s juvenile court schools.

Commission Chair Franky Carrillo reiterated the importance of this work. “The youth in our juvenile halls and camps deserve classrooms that promote learning, healing, and successful re-entry into the community. The Commission will keep working on this issue until that goal is achieved,” said Carrillo.

The detailed report can be viewed by clicking here.

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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

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Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Lindsey P. Horvath with President Biden at an event held in downtown Los Angeles, March 2024. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz)

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

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

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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Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Women’s Fire Prep Academy.
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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

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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.

RIDE FREE ON METRO ON ELECTION DAY TUESDAY!

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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

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California Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis addressing the audience at the Connie Norman Trans Empowerment Center. (Photo Credit: Paulo Murillo)

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.

Los Angeles City Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky

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.

You can watch more stories like this on Channel 92 or 94 on most cable systems, or anytime here. Catch up on LA County Close-Up here.

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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 Library’s Laptop & Hotspot Loan program.


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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

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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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A look inside LA County’s new ballot processing center ahead of the March 5 Primary election. Make your plan to vote today!
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LA County’s state of emergency on homelessness is one year old. This seismic shift has accelerated service delivery, cut red tape, and sparked critical change for LA County and our communities. Watch this video to learn more about how LA County is charting a new course to end homelessness.

To learn more about LA County’s response to the homeless emergency, visit homeless.lacounty.gov/emergency/year-one/.

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Make Your Plan to Vote By Mail – Register by February 20!

The March 5th Presidential Primary Election is quickly approaching, and we want to make sure you’re ready to make your voice heard. This year, the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk has made it easier than ever to be a voter.

Skip the lines and make your plan to Vote by Mail today.

It’s fast, easy, and convenient to Vote by Mail:

  1. Register to vote by February 20th to receive your Vote by Mail ballot. Have you moved? Are you new to L.A. County? Will this be your first time voting? Update your voter registration here.
  2. Drop your ballot off in the mail or at an Official Ballot Drop Box. Look out for your ballot in the mail. When you receive it, fill it in, sign it, and drop it off at a mailbox on your way to work, on your daily walk, or when dropping the kids off at school. You can also drop it off at any Ballot Drop Box near you.
  3. Securely track your ballot with the Where’s My Ballot? tool. Hesitating to Vote by Mail because you want to make sure your vote is counted? The Where’s My Ballot? tool will maintain your privacy and track your ballot every step of the way. Track your ballot here.

When you Vote by Mail, you ensure that work, school, long lines, or a bad commute on Election Day won’t stop your ballot from being counted. Make your plan to vote today!

February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month

February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, and the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control has opportunities for pet owners to spay and neuter their pets at a reduced cost.

To see if you qualify for a reduced-cost voucher, send an email to: [email protected] or call (562) 345-0321.

Remember, spaying and neutering your pets are required by law in LA County.
To learn more about the Department of Animal Care and Control visit: animalcare.lacounty.gov.

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Misfortune & Calamity Tax Relief

If your home was damaged by the recent flooding and mudslides, you may be eligible for tax relief. To qualify, you must file an application with the Assessor’s Office within 12 months from the date the property was damaged or destroyed, and the loss must exceed $10,000 of the current market value.

To learn more, visit assessor.lacounty.gov/tax-relief/disaster-relief.

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Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month with Los Angeles County at one of many events happening throughout the County. We also encourage you to join us in a month-long tribute to the trailblazers who have influenced our community and the world. 

For more information, or to find an event near you, click here.

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LA County’s Military and Veteran Affairs’ Gallery of Heroes – African American Military History. (Photo: Los Angeles County / Mayra Beltran Vasquez)


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