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I joined the Los Angeles Department of Transportation at a groundbreaking for the critical upgrades coming to the intersection of Paxton St. and Haddon Ave. in Pacoima. Funded by the “Northeast Valley Traffic and Mobility” earmark, which is a $3 million federal earmark aimed at providing safety upgrades to high transited areas, this project will enhance community safety here and at 8 other intersections in Council District 7.

At this particular intersection:

– The current pedestrian crossing beacon, which is outdated, will be replaced by a new hybrid/emergency beacon. The new hybrid/emergency beacon is superior because, after flashing yellow yield lights, it will signal traffic to a full stop with a red signal light. The current beacon lacks that capability.
– Additionally, this intersection will have new continental crosswalks (fresh paint) installed on both the north and south sides of Haddon Ave.
– Finally, per ADA compliance, four new curb ramps will be installed to help individuals who are visually impaired more easily navigate our streets.

These upgrades should be completed by April 2023. I am proud to have strongly advocated for these changes; the crossing serves as an important connection for Ritchie Valens Park, Telfair Elementary School, San Fernando High School, and for the community as a whole.

I look forward to providing additional updates.

Critical Upgrades Coming to the Intersection of Paxton St. and Haddon Ave. in Pacoima

I joined the Los Angeles Department of

Today, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at Fenton Primary Center (11351 Dronfield Ave., Pacoima, CA 91331) in Pacoima, the Community Advisory Committee (CAC) will host its *FINAL* meeting as part of its community-informed re-envisioning process for Whiteman Airport. The CAC is advisory to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works.
The residents of Pacoima and the surrounding neighborhoods deserve environmental and economic justice, so I strongly encourage you to attend.

Participants can also join online via Zoom at https://bit.ly/Jan26CACMeeting.

CAC

Today, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at

This morning, I joined the Los Angeles Department of Transportation at a groundbreaking for the critical upgrades coming to the intersection of Paxton St. and Haddon Ave. in Pacoima. Funded by the “Northeast Valley Traffic and Mobility” earmark, which is a $3 million federal earmark aimed at providing safety upgrades to high transited areas, this project will enhance community safety here and at 8 other intersections in Council District 7.

At this particular intersection:

– The current pedestrian crossing beacon, which is outdated, will be replaced by a new hybrid/emergency beacon. The new hybrid/emergency beacon is superior because, after flashing yellow yield lights, it will signal traffic to a full stop with a red signal light. The current beacon lacks that capability.
– Additionally, this intersection will have new continental crosswalks (fresh paint) installed on both the north and south sides of Haddon Ave.
– Finally, per ADA compliance, four new curb ramps will be installed to help individuals who are visually impaired more easily navigate our streets.

These upgrades should be completed by April 2023. I am proud to have strongly advocated for these changes; the crossing serves as an important connection for Ritchie Valens Park, Telfair Elementary School, San Fernando High School, and for the community as a whole.

I look forward to providing additional updates.

Critical Upgrades Coming to the Intersection of Paxton St. and Haddon Ave. in Pacoima

This morning, I joined the Los Angeles

An event that was meant for joy and celebration quickly turned tragic when a gunman shot and killed 10 innocent people and injured 10 others.
Thoughts and prayers need to be met with action and policy that will save lives.

The gunman has not been caught. If you know any information, please call the LA County Sheriff’s homicide detectives unit (323) 890-5500, or submit anonymous tips at (800) 222-8477.

An event that was meant for joy

#Update: The last round of the Middle Class Tax Refund (MCTR) was distributed to eligible Californians on January 14th. The California Franchise Tax Board began distributing the MCTR on October 2022. The refund was a one-time payment to provide relief to eligible Californians.

Eligible Taxpayers who e-filed their 2020 CA tax return and received their CA tax refund by direct deposit may have received a direct deposit payment. Some taxpayers received their payment on a MCTR debit card which was sent by mail to remaining eligible taxpayers.

If you need to report a lost or stolen MCTR debit card, you may report it by calling Money Network at 1 (800) 240-0223. They are open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
Information on eligibility requirements are available here: https://www.ftb.ca.gov/…/middle-class-tax…/index.html….

Please feel free to contact my district office at (818) 504-3911, if you have any further questions about the Middle Class Tax Refund.

Report a Lost or Stolen MCTR Debit Card, by Calling Money Network

#Update: The last round of the Middle

The deaths of Keenan Anderson, Oscar Leon Sanchez, and Takar Smith underscore that our work in reforming procedures, demanding accountability, and expanding deployment of unarmed response where appropriate is far from over.

It’s why, today, I introduced a motion that seeks to expand deployment of unarmed response models that can better handle mental health and domestic dispute emergencies.

This remains among the most pressing public safety issues and priority for policy and budget deliberations this year.

Introduced A Motion that Seeks to Expand Deployment of Unarmed Response ModelsIntroduced A Motion that Seeks to Expand Deployment of Unarmed Response Models

The deaths of Keenan Anderson, Oscar Leon

As a Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) customer, you may be eligible to get a *FREE* professionally prepared, custom landscape design to replace your current turf with water-saving, California-friendly, and native plants.

Transforming your lawn into a sustainable landscape not only saves you water and money, but helps reduce urban runoff, attracts local pollinators, and recharges the groundwater supply.
Note: the program is only available to single-family residential customers.

To apply and learn more about the program, please visit www.designyourgarden.ladwp.com/.

FREE Turf Replacement Design Service

As a Los Angeles Department of Water

Due to several factors (including widespread, below-normal temperatures; high natural gas consumption; reduced natural gas flows; and pipeline constraints, including maintenance in West Texas), customers will likely receive gas bills that could be double or higher compared to last year’s winter bills.

In response, the Southern California Gas Company (SoCal Gas) recently announced a $1 million contribution to the Gas Assistance Fund.

The Gas Assistance Fund is a joint effort between SoCalGas and United Way of Greater Los Angeles to help income-qualified customers pay their natural gas bill with a one-time grant of up to $100 per household.

For more information, please visit https://www.socalgas.com/gaf or call (877) 238-0092.

Income-Qualified Customers Pay Natural Gas Bill with One-Time Grant of up to $100 Per Household

Due to several factors (including widespread, below-normal

Because of the recent storms that have hit Southern California, there’s been an increase in potholes—both on our streets and freeways.

While my staff and I are busy reporting potholes, you can also make a difference. For street potholes, please submit a report to 311; for freeway potholes, please submit a report to Caltrans.
If you suffer any damages as a result of a pothole, you can also seek compensation.

Please stay safe out there, and thanks for doing your part.

For Street Potholes, Please Submit a Report to 311

Because of the recent storms that have