Councilman Garcetti's Weekly Newsletter

[The information below was provided by the Office of Councilman Eric Garcetti.]

GARCETTI SUPPORTS GREENER BUSINESSES, COMMUNITIES THROUGH CLEAN UP GREEN UP INITIATIVE

L.A. City Councilmember Eric Garcettijoined Los Angeles families in supporting the Clean Up Green Up initiative to strengthen our neighborhoods and businesses. 

"This policy is a win-win.  It will make people healthier in some of our unhealthiest communities and it will spark growth industries to create the jobs of tomorrow," said Garcetti.

Clean Up Green Up would establish "green zones" in the Boyle Heights, Pacoima and Wilmington neighborhoods, which were selected because of nearby pollution sources that put their residents at higher risk for asthma, lung disease, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Businesses within these zones would be offered financial and other incentives to help them create jobs by greening their operations. Local residents would benefit not only from the additional jobs, but from reduced pollution. 

The motion to establish the Clean Up Green Up program will be heard by the City Council's Planning and Land Use Management Committee before it goes to the full Council for approval.  It was authored by Councilmembers Jose Huizar, Richard Alarcon, and Tony Cardenas and former Councilmember Janice Hahn, who is now serving in the U.S. Congress.

GARCETTI HOSTS GOVERNMENT 101 WORKSHOP FOR KOREAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY

Los Angeles City Council President Eric Garcetti hosted a Government 101 workshop for the Korean American community. Government 101 trains local residents to access city resources and become effective advocates for their communities. The morning training included a tutorial on the City of Los Angeles’s legislative process and information on how residents can influence the process.

"This is an opportunity for the community to think about how city government can help them and then learn how to access that assistance," Garcetti told the dozens of participants. "I hope you find this workshop informative and that you stay engaged in local government."

Garcetti created Government 101 after he was elected in 2001 to encourage local residents to engage in city issues and give them an opportunity to learn more about city resources available to them. Since its inception, the program has graduated more than 1,000 participants.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• On Saturday, May 19, join the Hollywood Studio District Neighborhood Council (HSDNC) for a neighborhood walk. Meet at the Fountain Community Garden (5620 Fountain Avenue at St. Andrews) for an opportunity to meet your neighbors, talk with your HSDNC representatives, and share your public safety concerns with officers from the Hollywood Police Station. The walk will start promptly at 2:00 p.m. For more information, see theHSDNC event flyer.
• On Saturday, May 19, the Edendale Branch Library (2011 W. Sunset Blvd) will host a free concert at noon. Stop by to listen to classics performed by the Ondine Ensemble and enjoy light refreshments.
• On Saturday, May 19, check out the 70 businesses along Echo Park Avenue and Sunset Boulevard that are participating in the Echo Park PDA Art Walk. The event will be held from noon to 6 p.m.  This website has a map of participating venues. Mention “Echo Park Art Walk” to receive discounts at participating businesses.

• On Saturday, May 19, join the Silver Lake Neighborhood Nursery School, family and friends in celebrating its annual Spring Fair. This year’s event will feature homemade food, games, crafts, and live music from local bands as well as a silent auction and quilt raffle. The event will be held at the school (2700 Tesla Avenue) from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. General admission includes food and is $10. Tickets are 50% off for children between the ages of 6 and 12 and free for anyone under the age of 6. Please help make this event more environmentally-friendly by bringing your own cups for beverages. For more information, please click here.

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