Englander E-News: Setting the Record Straight on Pot Shops; District Photo Contest and More

Opposition to Illegal Pot Shops

It has been brought to my attention that a campaign in favor of marijuana dispensaries has falsely implied that I support one of the marijuana dispensary ballot measure over another.

I wanted to set the record straight and state that I am not affiliated with any campaign advocating for marijuana dispensaries. I am disappointed that anyone would use my name and likeness in an inaccurate and malicious manner. 
My record on this issue is clear. 

I am proud to have worked with LAPD to close ALL illegal pot shops within Council District 12.  Whatever happens on Election Day, I am committed to putting our neighborhoods first and will continue crack down illegal pot shop activity.
 
For more information regarding measures appearing on the ballot, click here to view.

Getting Tough on Hit-and-Run Offenses

This week, the Los Angeles City Council's Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved my resolution supporting State Assembly Bill 184 which extends the statute of limitations on hit-and-run offenses.

Currently, state law allows that if a motorist is not identified within three years of the incident, the motorist cannot be prosecuted.  AB 184 would provide that charges maybe brought one year after the person is initially identified as a suspect.

There are over 4,000 hit-and-run incidents a year in Los Angeles that lead to injury and death. Most of the motorists that are involved in hit-and-run accidents are never prosecuted, in part, because of the statute of limitations.It is vital that the City of Los Angeles support AB 184 to help curb the epidemic of hit-and-run offenses in Southern California.

Census Grant Writers Workshop was a Big Success!

More than thirty participants came to our Community Service Center to learn how to use census statistics to more effectively write grant proposals. Workshop participants learned where to locate census demographics to help build an effective case for project funding.

Workshop demonstrations were provided on how to navigate and pull up demographic data from the new and improved census website. Participants were also shown how to write a narrative using census data, tips on how to write strong grant proposals, and were introduced to different types of available data products.

Due to the success of the workshop we will be offering another session on Wednesday, June 12 at 10am in our Community Service Center. 

For more information or to RSVP contact Semee Park at (818) 882-1212 or emailSemee.Park@lacity.org

San Fernando Valley Solar FiT Workshop and Networking Event

Join Councilmember Englander and the Los Angeles Business Council, for a discussion of LADWP’s Solar FiT program. Come learn how to participate in this unprecedented program and take advantage of an opportunity to network with other solar providers.

Join Councilmember Englander and the Los Angeles Business Council, for a discussion of LADWP’s Solar FiT program. Come learn how to participate in this unprecedented program and take advantage of an opportunity to network with other solar providers.

Upcoming events

Thursday, May 30
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Corporate Pointe at West Hills
8521 Fallbrook
West HillsRepresentatives from the Department of Water and Power will be available to discuss the Bundled FiT program.Please RSVP by May 27 to sparekh@labusinesscouncil.org

CD12 Photo Contest

As part of our “Year of Healthy Living,” Councilmember Englander is hosting a District 12 Photo Contest. We are seeking submissions of photographs depicting examples of healthy living. District 12 boasts the most public parks in Los Angeles, providing photographers a wide variety of opportunities to capture examples of a healthy lifestyle. However, healthy living means more than just eating vegetables and exercising. It also means taking care of our community, our environment, our mental health and more. There is a lot of room for creativity in the “Year of Healthy Living” Photo Contest. 

After an initial screening process, photos will be posted on our contest Facebook page. Finalists will be determined by how many “likes” your photo gets on the Facebook page and five winners will be chosen by Councilmember Englander. The finalists and winners will have their work proudly displayed at Councilmember Englander’s Community Service Center in Chatsworth.Click here to visit our CD12 Photo Contest Facebook page.For more information please contact Semee Park at (818) 882-1212 or email atsemee.park@lacity.org.

Voter Information for Upcoming City Elections

On Tuesday, May 21 Los Angeles voters will decide who will serve as Mayor, City Attorney and City Controller for the next four years. 

The General Municipal election includes choices on four ballot measures and depending on where you live, the opportunity to pick new representatives to the City Council, Los Angeles School Board and Los Angeles Community College Board.Whatever your choices are, it is important to participate and make your voice heard.

Click here to find your polling location and access your sample ballot.All polls open at 7:00 am and close at 8:00 pm.For further questions about the Tuesday, May 21 General Municipal Election contact the Office of the City Clerk – Election Division at (888) 873-1000 or visithttp://cityclerk.lacity.org/election.

Save the Date for the Valley Family Festival!

Get ready for three days of family-friendly fun in the park at the Valley Family Festival coming up Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2 at Northridge Park.

The AMAZING lineup includes carnival rides, games, live music, and dance acts, a health fair, community booths and great food! There will also be bouncers, arts and crafts activities for the kids!